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Gameloft optimizes select titles for the GALAXY S 4

By Robert Nelson
on 29 Apr, 2013

The GALAXY S 4 has launched with select carriers and is currently available for pre-order with others. While some are already beginning to grab the handset, it looks like Gameloft is making sure there will be plenty of games to play. Simply put, Gameloft has recently announced a list of GALAXY S 4 optimized game titles.

Sony Xperia Z pricing revealed as pre-orders go live in the UK

By Robert Nelson
on 1 Feb, 2013

If you are in the UK and looking forward to getting your hands on the Xperia Z, it looks like Sony has inched things one step closer to a release. We are seeing some pricing along with some pre-order availability. Xperia Z details have recently appeared with Sony as well as with several carriers and retailers to include Phones4u, Carphone Warehouse, Three and O2.

Samsung Galaxy Camera gets updated to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

By Cory Gunther
on 2 Jan, 2013

While this news will probably make tons of smartphone owners upset while their still waiting, good for Samsung for being quick with updates. Today Samsung has confirmed the update for their new and impressive Samsung Galaxy Camera to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean is rolling out. The update isn't a big one, or bring too many changes, but brings the camera in line with their Galaxy S III and Note II devices.

Google posts best apps, movies, and music of 2012

By Cory Gunther
on 27 Dec, 2012

The world didn't end on December 21st and now the year is slowly but surely coming to a close. Last week many companies, Google included, posted videos highlighting and wrapping up 2012 and today Google's done the same thing with apps and music from the Google Play Store. Below is just a few noteworthy mentions of Google's top apps, music, movies, and books from the world of Android.

OPPO reveals a 32GB version of the Find 5 smartphone

By Robert Nelson
on 26 Dec, 2012

We saw the official announcement for the OPPO Find 5 smartphone earlier in the month. Nonetheless, it looks like OPPO has taken to Facebook and offered some additional details. This latest includes a 32GB model and a wider international release.

Samsung and Peel announce international expansion of second screen remote app

By Dave LeClair
on 29 Nov, 2012

Samsung and Peel partnered up to bring its remote app to many IR devices and now, they have announced that it is going global. Today's announcement starts the first phase of global rollout of the Peel Smart Remote app. Peel is bringing localized TV program information to over 20 countries and 13 languages across Europe and Southeast Asia.

Verizon lists locations getting 4G LTE November 15

By Eric Abent
on 13 Nov, 2012

Areas in the Midwest and western United States are about to get a big 4G LTE boost from Verizon. The company posted a bunch of releases to its News Center yesterday and today that detail all of the new markets Verizon's 4G LTE will soon be available in. When we say "soon," we mean it too - Verizon 4G LTE will be available in all of the markets listed after the break on November 15, just two days from now.

Galaxy Note II firmware update drops with Multi-View

By Dave LeClair
on 5 Oct, 2012

The Samsung Galaxy Note II in Europe today received a new firmware update that adds a multi-view function. What is multi-view? It is a slick feature that allows users to have two windows open on one screen. This opens up tons of options for multitasking in a more computer-like way. Imagine watching a movie on your device and having an IMDB window open at the same time to find out who the stars of said movie are. The potential uses for this new feature are nearly limitless. Of course, not all Android apps support this feature, but as more devices have the feature we expect more apps to start using it. New Galaxy Note II devices in stores had this feature installed already, and it is good to see Samsung issuing the feature for devices already in the wild. Right now the new firmware is available in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom. Besides multi view, it is not clear what else is included in this updated firmware. Users can update their devices over the air or using Samsung KIES. Either way, if you live in one of the supported regions, you should be able to get this new firmware right now. Let us know in the comments how you like the new feature. [youtube R8bKvj1ZlsE] [timeline] [via Sam Mobile]

Sony PlayStation Mobile store launched for Xperia and HTC One X devices

By Dave LeClair
on 3 Oct, 2012

Sony just launched their brand new service called PlayStation Mobile where users can pick up games on select Android devices. Of course, Vita owners can also grab these titles on their portable gaming system. As of launch, there are around 20 paid titles available through PlayStation Mobile, and we assume that list of titles will grow substantially over time.

Google Maps updated with new high-resolution images

By Eric Abent
on 28 Sep, 2012

Google is on a roll with the Google Maps updates lately. Earlier this week, the company announced that it had updated Google Maps Street View to include a select number of underwater locations around the world, and today, it has updated Maps once again. This time around, the big G is adding more high-resolution satellite images and a number of 45° aerial images from many places around the world.