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ASUS teasing 6-inch Transformer tablet for Computex

By Robert Nelson
on 30 May, 2013

ASUS has dropped a teaser ahead of their Computex announcement and interestingly enough, they have done so using a plastic model and a series of images. The images show the process of building an Android robot named DROID MARK II. They have this little green guy sitting with a model number of N6-TE and some of the pieces look to represent some of the functionality.

Falcon Pro update brings new customization options and features

By Robert Nelson
on 9 May, 2013

It hasn't been all that long since the last Falcon Pro update, however as of this morning, another has appeared in the Google Play Store. This update has the app jumping up to version 1.9 and along with the new numbers comes some new features and some new options for customization. Otherwise, the app remains priced at $1.96, however as one would expect -- those who have preciously downloaded Falcon Pro will get the update for free.

Android Key Lime Pie: What we are hoping to see

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Apr, 2013

There is always going to be talk of upcoming releases of Android, and in this case we are taking a look at what we expect to arrive as Android Key Lime Pie. Google has yet to say when they would be making an announcement for Key Lime Pie, however based on previous history, it seems fairly safe to think that talk will happen in May during Google I/O. For those who may not be as familiar with those dates, Google I/O will begin on May 15 and run through May 17.

HD Widgets Colourform theme pack available now [Hands-on]

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Apr, 2013

We're happy to announce that the best widget pack for Android just got even better. If you haven't tried HD Widgets yet now would be the perfect time as they've just released their brand new theme pack called Colourform. Offering nearly 50 customized and beautiful widgets for our Android home screens that are as customizable as they come. Check out the hands-on video below.

Check out how NASA gets Android devices ready for space

By Shane McGlaun
on 25 Mar, 2013

Late in 2012, we heard that NASA planned to put HTC Android smartphones into as a key component of the small and inexpensive satellite systems. There are a set of rigorous standards that any device that travels into space have to go through to prove that they're durable enough for the trip. If you wondered exactly what getting those Android smartphones ready to go into space required, some new details have now surfaced.

Google Babble unified messenger reportedly leaks

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Mar, 2013

Earlier this week we reported on a new app and service coming from Google that's being called Google Babble. Which will be the companies new unified messaging service to take on Apple's iMessage and BlackBerry Messenger. Now this afternoon we have what appears to be leaked screenshots of the app, or at least a mild attempt at a mock-up design.

HTC One Hands-On

By Chris Davies
on 19 Feb, 2013

Look out, Samsung, because HTC is gunning for you in 2013. The HTC One takes a sensibly non-traditional route to success, opting out of the megapixel race for one, and instead focusing on where, the company insists, users will actually see the most benefit. That's not to say superlatives are in short supply: an incredible 1080p 4.7-inch display, beautiful aluminum construction, and swift 1.7GHz quadcore all take their place inside the cool, crisp chassis.

Google’s BugDroid LEGO set could become a reality, needs supporters

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Feb, 2013

For all those Android fans out there that love the classic Google BugDroid, we have something just for you. Get out the old school LEGO set and have some fun Andy style. Last year you may remember a LEGO CUUSOO project where a few hopeful individuals launched a project to have an actual Android LEGO set -- and today we're happy to confirm it's only a few hundred away from reaching its goal.

Blackberry 10 gets help from Android with 28,000 repackaged apps

By Cory Gunther
on 31 Jan, 2013

This isn't the first time we've talked about Android apps running on a Blackberry, but the all-new Blackberry 10 that was announced and shown off this week is getting more than a little help from the green robot. The Playbook enjoyed Android app support thanks to sideloading in OS 2.0, but today we're hearing nearly 30,000 apps have already been "repackaged" to run on Blackberry.

NVIDIA teases Hawken for Android with Live Wallpaper app

By Robert Nelson
on 30 Jan, 2013

NVIDIA was showing a bit of HAWKEN during the Project SHIELD demos at CES and as of today, it looks like they have extended that teasing a bit. This time they are doing so in the form of a live wallpaper. Simply put, NVIDIA has teamed up with Adhesive and are offering a HAWKEN themed live wallpaper app.