Most of you are familiar with the third party launcher, Apex Launcher, and will be happy to learn that it has now been updated to version 2.0. Users can look forward to several new features and enhancements across the entire app. You’ll notice the most changes if you spring for […]
In typical Sony style, the official Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update for the Sony Xperia S (LT26i) has appeared on the website of the PTCRB, the North American wireless device certification forum, before an official announcement from the manufacturer. Also in line to receive some Jelly Bean infused love are
Do you want the Chrome browser for your favorite iOS apps? Well, you’re in luck as Google has just released code for that exactly that. The release now provides developers with the ability to have links open directly in Google Chrome versus Apple’s Safari browser. Interested devs will have to
Fresh up from the rumorville, Sharp is allegedly ready to start production on new screens for Apple’s next generation iPhone. According to Nikkan Kogyo, a Japanese business publication, the display manufacturer will start production on LCD panels for the next iPhone in its Kameyama plant beginning this June. As with all
This one goes out to all you Rovio fans. Yesterday, Rovio unveiled Rovio Accounts, a cloud-based save system that allows players to save their game data to the cloud, then access it through any device. For example, if you super far along in Angry Birds Star Wars, but then buy
It’s the big question on everyone’s mind: will the HTC One make its way over to Verizon? HTC added to the confusion when its very own Twitter account deleted a tweet announcing that the One would not be released to Verizon. HTC’s director of public relations, Tom Harlin, mentioned on a
Nokia CEO Stephen Elop announced a recent investors meeting that the company was gearing up to release new affordable devices in the form of Asha phones. Elop was quoted saying: “We are continuing to renew our portfolio, which includes plans to announce innovation and new products in the Asha line in the
Viber has announced today that their service will be receiving the “biggest update to the service yet”. Viber for Android and iOS applications have both been on the receiving end of a pretty meaningful refresh, following the recent introduction of VoIP calling on older versions of BlackBerry OS. An all-new
In recent reports Microsoft worked out licensing deals with both Hon Hai and ZTE that center around patents for Android related technology. What we didn’t know was just how much money Microsoft was bringing in from its Android patents. During just one quarter in 2012, Microsoft brought in $790 million
We’ve heard the rumors and seen the recent leaks and now an official Nokia website page has also gone live indicating that the Nokia Lumia 928 is coming soon. Even though the website doesn’t offer any juicy details it does say “stay tuned for updates about the newest Nokia Lumia”. The good
The Sony Xperia Tablet Z is a solid tablet that offers desirable specs and features. Now, we’re the slab has been spotted making its way through the FCC sporting none other than T-Mobile LTE bands. There were no signs for the requisite two bands needed for AT&T (Band 4 and 17
Users have discovered a bit of a bug when it comes to the newly released AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4. The issue affects how user’s interact with stock wi-fi hotspot and tethering. While some third-party services still work to allow tethering and wi-fi hotspot, AT&T’s direct menu support is not
AT&T has confirmed that a 32-gigabyte version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 will be up for grabs beginning May 10th. The device is priced at $249 on-contract, while the 16GB model is priced at $199. Hopefully, the 32GB model should address buyers’ concerns about the smartphone’s available storage The 16GB model
Google is reportedly preparing to reveal a new YouTube subscription service that would allow users to sign up for access to individual channels. The move could be unveiled as early as this week and subscription fees are expected to begin at $1.99 per month, per channel. Here’s what a YouTube
It has been rumored for quite some time that Sony was looking to enter the Chinese budget market with a smartphone that would still be desired for its design and feature set without carrying a high price tag. According to a leaked image (above), Sony plans to do this by
