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Pebble app now available for Android [Hands-On]

By Robert Nelson
on 24 Jan, 2013

The Pebble app has officially launched for Android. The app is available from the Google Play Store and comes with little in terms of surprise. Simply put, the app is free and notes the device support as being Android 2.3.3 or later. That said, if you have a Pebble e-paper watch coming -- this is the app that you will not only want, but need.

Apple cuts 500px from App Store – Android may be next

By Robert Nelson
on 23 Jan, 2013

Apple recently pulled the 500px app from the iOS App Store and while it may be easy for Android users to casually sit back and watch, it appears as if the app may also be breaking the rules in the Google Play Store. We would hate to see the app pulled and we are certainly not the ones that will be making the decision, however according to Google, they "don't allow content that contains nudity" in the store. Well, let us just say that you can find nude images rather quickly and easily using the 500px app.

Securifi Almond+ wireless smart router Kickstarter launches

By Robert Nelson
on 23 Jan, 2013

Securifi was showing off the Almond+ Wireless Smart Router during CES, and as of today, they have officially launched as a Kickstarter offering. Those interested will be able to pledge their support in hopes that the project gets fully funded and produced. That being said, the Securifi Almond+ project has a goal of $250,000 and pledging options starting at just under $100.

Pebble watch begins shipping today with Android app coming January 24

By Robert Nelson
on 23 Jan, 2013

During CES we learned that the Pebble e-paper watch had gone into mass production and would begin shipping on January 23. And well, coming just as had been promised -- the first batch of Pebble watches will begin shipping today. The details come by way of the folks at Pebble who have offered confirmation of the shipping as well as other details about the Android app and some production notes.

Silent Phone launches for Android with encrypted voice and video

By Robert Nelson
on 22 Jan, 2013

Android users now have the ability to make secure audio and video calls directly from their device. These calls are encrypted and have arrived by the way of Silent Circle. The app itself is called Silent Phone. Those interested will be able to find the app in the Google Play Store and while it is free to download, you will actually need to be a Silent Circle subscriber to use it.

Etymotic launches a noise isolating ‘Awareness’ app for Jelly Bean

By Robert Nelson
on 17 Jan, 2013

We have a bit of app related news for those who happen to be running a device with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and also using a set of Etymotic noise isolating headsets. Or more specifically, for those using the hf2-an and mc2-an noise-isolating headsets and earphones. The app is called Awareness Android Phone for Etymotic app.

AirDroid v2 Beta now available with Find Phone and Camera access

By Robert Nelson
on 16 Jan, 2013

The AirDroid app is currently available in the Google Play Store. However those looking to play with the upcoming release can grab the APK file and get in on the beta access. The AirDroid beta is version 2, which up until recently, was available only with an invitation. Well, the invitation-only requirement has been lifted and that means you can now play with AirDroid v2 and the new features including remote camera access and Find Phone.

MediaFire Android app lands in Google Play with 50GB of free storage

By Robert Nelson
on 16 Jan, 2013

MediaFire happens to be one of the more well known cloud storage solutions available. And while they have a nice offer, 50GB of free cloud-based storage (and a 200MB file upload size), there has been one item that may have kept them from being fully adopted by Android users -- the lack of an app. That being said though, the MediaFire Android app has recently come available.

Oscars 2013 app released by ABC

By Robert Nelson
on 15 Jan, 2013

ABC Digital has released the official Oscars app for 2013. This release comes ahead of the Oscars, which will take place on February 24. The app appears to have just about everything that an Oscars fan could hope for, however ABC Digital released the app for Android 4.0 or later, which means that they cut-off support for about half of all Android users.

Carbon backup beta released with support for Android 4.0 or later

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Jan, 2013

Android users now have another option when it comes to backing up their devices. Though, before everyone gets super excited, we should warn you right up front that this app is still in beta and at the moment -- it requires root. The app is called Carbon, and the nice part here, the final version will not require root.