Robert Nelson

Sony drops the PlayStation Mobile developer licensing fee

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Sony has recently announced that they have ditched the licensing fee required for developers looking to publish games on the PlayStation Mobile platform. While this will be good for developers looking to publish games for the PlayStation Vita, this will also include those looking to publish games for Android smartphones and tablets.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 retail availability expands to Staples

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Staples has announced availability details for the Samsung GALAXY S 4. The retailer will have the handset available under a few carriers, however the in-store and online availability does vary from carrier to carrier. Simply put, the GALAXY S 4 availability with Staples really just means those interested will have another location to pick from when it comes time to make a purchase.

Apple requests Android source code documents in Samsung suit

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

In the ongoing legal issues between Samsung and Apple, it looks like the latter has requested records dealing with the Android source code. This comes as part of the second patent infringement case between Samsung and Apple. Here we have Apple requesting the information based on the argument that Android is being used in all the allegedly infringing products from Samsung.

Microsoft Office Web Apps gain Android support

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Microsoft originally launched the Office Web Apps back in 2010. This launch had the web apps serving as companions to the full desktop Office experience, however improvements over the years have added mode features. Some of these improvements have dealt with collaboration and the ability to create documents and access Office content from a wide variety of devices.

DROID RAZR M and RAZR HD refresh expected to bring a new color

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Motorola introduced a platinum colored DROID RAZR M a few months back. The handset was for Verizon Wireless and was selling exclusively through big box retailer Best Buy. That particular model was a simple color refresh and the handset carried the same specs and $49.99 price tag. Well, flash forward till today and it looks like the DROID RAZR M may soon be getting another color refresh.

T-Mobile Q1 2013 results show first branded customer growth in four years

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

T-Mobile has posted their Q1 2013 results and while these numbers will not reflect the recent merger with MetroPCS, the carrier has said this quarter has brought the "first positive branded customer growth in four years." T-Mobile is reporting 3,000 branded net customer additions, which to put a year on that first positive branded customer growth in four years comment -- means this stems back from 2009.

Huawei P6-U06 image leak highlights the thin design

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

A short while back we saw some details on the Huawei P6-U06 and as of today it looks a like a few images have leaked. This round of images are nice in that they are of an actual handset as opposed to a render. Not to mention, they are fairly clear and have come along with a few details in terms of specs.

AT&T GALAXY S 4 software update begins rolling out

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

T-Mobile announced an update for the GALAXY S 4 earlier this morning and while we have yet to hear direct from AT&T, it looks like they also have an update on the way. Given AT&T has yet to offer an announcement, we have yet to see the changelog for the update. We do know the update is arriving as build number I337UCUAMDL.

Carmageddon for Android coming this Friday

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

Carmageddon will be released for Android this coming Friday and it looks like there has recently been some talk in terms of pricing. Basically, Carmageddon will be available in three versions. The trick with that is all three versions will not be available at the same time. More on that, but suffice to say, Carmageddon will be available for free and also as a paid download.

Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon hands-on with BlueStacks for Android gaming

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

The Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon recently began shipping and while this "table" PC is running Windows 8, those making the purchase will find something Android related. The IdeaCentre Horizon comes pre-installed with a copy of BlueStacks. Basically, this means you can turn your 27-inch Windows 8 PC into an oversized Android tablet. The table PC ships with a wireless keyboard and mouse, however it also has a touchscreen display.