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Tumblr reaches 100 million blogs, 72 million posts per day

By Cory Gunther
on 28 Mar, 2013

Everyone can be a blogger in today's day and age, and a lot of that we owe to Tumblr. This week we've learned that the massive and extremely popular social and blogging site has reached an impressive milestone in March of 2013. Tumblr now has over 100 million blogs on the site, a number which has doubled in under a year after being around 50m in April of 2012.

Google launches an Official Android Blog

By Cory Gunther
on 1 Aug, 2012

Today Google has just shared the news that they've done away with the Google Mobile Blog, and instead will have a dedicated and Official Android Blog instead. The soon to close Google Mobile Blog outed the news this morning confirming the change.

Sony Ericsson “Shakira”?

By David Junior
on 7 Jun, 2010

The device you see in the picture below is the rumored “Shakira”. It isn’t as sexy as the singer but it does look good. This device will be coming soon and is the little brother of the X10. If the X10 is too big for you and the Mini's are too small, this will fit your needs if you like the styling of the X10.

A Peek Under the Hood: Google TV and Logitech Harmony Link

By David Junior
on 5 Jun, 2010

Logitech is teaming up with Google to bring Google TV to your current HDTV. If the Google TV is out of your price range or you already have a few nice HDTV’s, this companion box may be the best choice for you. It brings the full Google TV experience to your existing home entertainment system.

Google Buzz mobile now available for all Android devices

By David Junior
on 27 May, 2010

When Google released Buzz back in February, Android users with 2.0 or higher were the only group to fully enjoy it from their mobile device. Today Google has updated Buzz work on any browser. This is likely an attempt by Google raise the popularity of Buzz.

Fring is first to bring video calling to Android

By David Junior
on 27 May, 2010

With the upcoming release of the HTC EVO 4G, Samsung Galaxy S and Dell Streak, the need for video calling software will increase drastically. Yes, most of these devices will come with preloaded software that can handle this but this is Android and there always room for choice. Fring will be the first to offer video calling software to Android and it is capable of a lot more than just that.

New Features in Todo Q for Android

By David Junior
on 9 May, 2010

If you’re forgetful like me then apps like this will really come in handy. The latest update to Todo Q makes reviewing and entering tasks much easier than before. The new button bar has shortcuts for open settings, maps, adding tasks, and toggling the display for tasks that you have completed. Widget has received and overhaul as well. It now has a 3x2 and displays up to 4 items at once. This app is $1.99 in the Android Market and it only works with 2.0 and above devices.

AndroidCommunity: Wirefly 2010 Blog Awards

By David Junior
on 1 Apr, 2010

Wirefly has just announced their first annual blog awards. We need all of your help in winning this thing, as a matter of fact, we want it every year. So head over to Wirefly and cast your vote for AndroidCommunity.com and help us bring this home.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 will never get multitouch

By David Junior
on 30 Mar, 2010

As more information on the X10 continues to roll in, this device is continuing its roll downhill. It appears as though the hardware is not capable of supporting multi-touch. Couple this with the high suggested retail price and the multiply delays and you have a potential flop on your hands.