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Play Store gets beta testing and staged rollouts for developers

By Cory Gunther
on 15 May, 2013

Google is on a roll at the moment, although so far we've been hearing all about backend services. So far they've touched base on the Play Store, Google Maps, location services getting a major overhaul, Google Games and more. And we haven't even got to the newest Android 4.3 or 5.0 yet. However, they just announced some awesome options for developers.

Google I/O: Google Play Games coming to every Android

By Cory Gunther
on 15 May, 2013

So it's finally started. Google I/O is rocking out full steam and we can hardly keep up. We all knew it was coming, especially considering this leaked and appeared in the Play Store, but Google Play Games is real. Live on stage they've just confirmed everything we already knew. Cloud game saves, cross platform gaming and more.

Google I/O 2013: 900 million Android activations and 48 billion app installs

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

The 2013 Google I/O keynote has begun and as we often hear in the beginning, they are talking numbers. In this case, Android numbers relating to activations and a bit about Google Play installs and revenue. Looking back, 2011 had 100 million device activations and 2012 brought that number up to 400 million.

Samsung dominating Android smartphone profits with 95% globally

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

A Samsung executive recently released some details in terms of GALAXY S 4 shipments. The news touched on how the company managed to break an internal record and have shipped 4 million GALAXY S 4 units since launch. Shifting away from the GALAXY S 4 and to smartphones in general and it looks like Samsung is currently dominating the global market.

ADAIA and BMW partner for topographic map inspired Android phone

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

If you have ever dreamed of having an Android smartphone with a design that has been inspired topographic maps you may be in luck. Such a device will be coming as a result of a partnership between ADAIA and BWM Group Designworks USA. In addition to having a map-like design, the handset will be rugged and for those who like to be in the outdoors.

Google I/O 2013: We’re here live!

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

Google I/O 2013 is set to begin today and we are once again on-site to provide coverage. The keynote will take place a bit later this morning and we look forward to seeing what is announced and talked about. They keynote is scheduled for three hours and will run from 9AM PST through 12PM PST.

Verizon and VMware release Horizon Mobile app to seperate work from home

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

We are starting to see a bit more in terms of using an Android handset in the workplace. While the Android adoption may take some time, we are currently seeing apps that will help to keep your work and personal data seperate. The latest in this bunch has arrived by way of VMware. The app is called WMware Horizon Mobile and the app has been announced for Verizon Wireless users.

HTC Backup app arrives for AT&T HTC One users

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

AT&T may have launched the HTC One without the HTC Backup app, however in a bit of good news for any users that may have been waiting -- the app is now available by way of the Google Play Store. The app is called HTC Backup for HTC One and it does just what the name implies, it backs up the data on your AT&T branded One. In fact, the HTC Backup app has brought support for more than 150 settings.

Game developer Butterscotch Shenanigans sees 95% piracy rate on Android

By Shane McGlaun
on 15 May, 2013

Everyone knows the piracy happens in the software world. Smartphones are certainly no exception, particularly on the Android platform where you don't have to buy from an official application store. One Android game developer has recently offered up some details that highlight the struggles game developers face with app piracy.

Panasonic unveils Eluga P-03E 4.7-inch smartphone

By Shane McGlaun
on 15 May, 2013

Panasonic has announced a new Android-powered smartphone called the ELUGA P-03. The smartphone features a 4.7-inch full HD resolution display. The native resolution of that panel is 1920 x 1080. Panasonic is positioning the new smartphone as a high-end device and it's 10.9 mm thick.