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Tweetdeck lives a little longer with Twitter API v1 extension

By Cory Gunther
on 3 May, 2013

Just when I was starting to come to the sad realization that Tweetdeck was shutting down, and Twitter would be retiring their original v1 API on May 7th, we learn that they've extended the date. For those confused, many original legacy Twitter clients like the super popular Tweetdeck all run on v1, and once it's retired they'll no longer work. Twitter confirmed today they've delayed the retirement date.

Dropbox releases Sync API for Android and iOS

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Feb, 2013

Thanks to the brand new Sync API from the folks at Dropbox all those Android and iOS app developers workload just got a bit lighter. Today the Dropbox developer team has announced their new Sync API that will allow apps to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate sync right into their apps. More details can be found below on the new API.

Google updates Maps API, gives developers access to all the neat features

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Dec, 2012

Today the folks from Google up in Mountain View announced some awesome news for Android developers, especially if you're a developer that works with apps taking advantage of Google Maps. Today they launched an update to the Google Maps Android API that opens the door for developers to use the comprehensive and extensive amount of options and features available from Google Maps.

Qualcomm unleashes Snapdragon SDK for Android

By Cory Gunther
on 26 Jun, 2012

Today at Qualcomm's annual developer event they've just announced a brand new addition to the world of Android developers. Just like Qualcomm's exclusive Snapdragon GamesCommand app store, or NVIDIA's for that matter, they've today released the Snapdragon SDK to help developers dive further into the S4 platform and beyond.

HTC will open Beats Audio API to all developers

By Michael Crider
on 19 Oct, 2011

As far as owners/investors go, HTC is proving itself to be a very gracious one. The company invested a whopping $300 million into the Beats by Dr. Dre brand, giving it majority control of the hardware and software produced. HTC promised to run the company as a separate enterprise while taking advantage of its audio expertise, and lo and behold, it has. HTC announced today that it intends to open up the Beats APIs for third-party developers to use in their apps.

Wahoo Fitness offers new ANT+ API for Android

By Shane McGlaun
on 1 Apr, 2011

Wahoo Fitness has been making some interesting accessories for the iPhone for a while now that allows the iPhone to interface with ANT+ fitness sensors to track a person's vital stats during a workout. The company has announced that it has unveiled a new API that allows Android devices to work with ANT+ accessories.

Qik planning to work with FaceTime APIs; estimates 75 million copies preloaded next year

By Dylan Bailey
on 9 Sep, 2010

Qik, the mobile video recording, sharing and chat application has told Engadget that they are definitely planning to integrate FaceTime compatibility as soon as the free APIs are released by Apple.

Sharp IS01 1GHz Android MID developer edition arrives in Japan

By David Junior
on 13 May, 2010

This is the first of two MID’s Sharp promised to release in Japan. The consumer edition should follow suit soon. the developers MID likely released first because Sharp wants the dev’s to make some good app and utilities before it launches to the general public.

Andy Rubin Discusses Android

By David Junior
on 27 Apr, 2010

This was a short but very interesting interview with Andy Rubin, vice president for engineering at Google, shots was dished out and a few things were kind of confirmed. Android is a well known open mobile OS and the most versatile OS of any kind. This openness is the key to Androids success, many manufacturers have adopted the platform and it is really taking off.