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Gmail for Android update adds reply and archive from notifications

By Robert Nelson
on 18 Mar, 2013

Google has rolled out the latest update for Gmail on Android. This latest update is available by way of the Google Play Store and it brings some new functionality for those running Jelly Bean. This update also brings some performance improvements for those running older flavors of Android.

Redbox Instant opens for streaming

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Mar, 2013

Coming off of what was an invitation-only beta period, Redbox Instant is now available for the pubic. At this point the invitation is no longer needed and signing up requires nothing more than a visit to the Redbox Instant website. Well, that and the action of actually signing up. We should also give the warning right from the beginning, there is a free trial available, however you will need to provide some credit card details in order to get started.

Facebook looks to be pushing Android app update, outside the Play Store

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Mar, 2013

Facebook appears to be pushing a new update for Android users. The catch here, the update is apparently not coming from the Play Store. Based on what we are seeing, this Facebook update is talking about adding some new and seemingly expected features such as being able to change your profile picture as well as being able to download files without notification.

Nuance brings added intelligence with Dragon Mobile 3.0 app update

By Robert Nelson
on 12 Mar, 2013

Nuance has recently update the Dragon mobile app. The app, which is dubbed Dragon (Hands-Free Assistant) is available by way of the Google Play Store and is currently sitting at version 3.0.0. Perhaps more important than a new version number though, the update brings several new and seemingly worthwhile features -- all while the app remains free to download and free to use.

Lookout app update protects against the Samsung lockscreen ‘hack’

By Robert Nelson
on 12 Mar, 2013

A short while back we saw the 'hack' that affected some Samsung devices. The initial reports were shown to affect the Galaxy Note II, however it was later revealed that the same bypass could be done on the Galaxy S III. For those who missed that previous report, it was shown that you could briefly bypass the device lockscreen and that there was the potential to gain access to certain types of desktop icons or widgets. Well, good news has arrived for anyone that may have been worried.

RunKeeper 3.1 update adds night-mode and additional audio cues [Hands-On]

By Robert Nelson
on 7 Mar, 2013

Coming fairly quickly after the 3.0 update, RunKeeper for Android has once again been updated. This latest arrives as version 3.1 and with the new number comes a few new features. The new features include a night-mode, access to Google Play Music from within the app, additional audio cues and improvements in terms of sharing. As someone that has been running at odd hours lately, lets begin with the night-mode.

Chrome for Android update adds background audio and more

By Robert Nelson
on 27 Feb, 2013

If you happen to have an Android device running Chrome, you may want to head over to the Play Store and grab this latest update. The update is for Chrome 25, specifically for version 25.0.1364.123 and it has brought some new features along with some notable improvements on existing features.

Waze update adds real-time road closure re-routing and more

By Robert Nelson
on 27 Feb, 2013

Waze for Android has been updated to version 3.6. And while that may sound like just another version number, this update brings some interesting new features. Also, for those thinking you have your navigation needs taken care of with the default Google apps, Waze has some features that still may be of interest to you, one of which is new and has arrived with this latest update.

Snapchat v2.0 update brings support for video messaging on Android

By Robert Nelson
on 21 Feb, 2013

Snapchat came to the Android platform several months back. At the time the app arrived with support for sharing in text and image format, however video was recently added. The video messaging support was being tested in a private beta, however as of today -- that testing period has come to a close and the updated app (with video) is now available in the Google Play Store.

Google Drive Android app update brings video streaming and more

By Robert Nelson
on 20 Feb, 2013

The latest update for the Google Drive app has landed in the Google Play Store. The update is probably not what could be considered major, however there does seem to be enough to consider it worthwhile. Those updating will see the version number go up to 1.1.592.10 and that will bring some performance improvements and bug fixes as well as two new features.