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Samsung and Facebook talks reveal little

By Steve Neill
on 18 Jun, 2013

Mark Zuckerberg is an interesting fellow. If he's not living on what he catches, or scouting the world for new talent, then he's heading out to South Korea to talk to Samsung execs about finding ways to better promote Facebook through their product portfolio. Sadly for us, not many details can be made, but we can make some educated guesses as to why he's there in the first place.

Facebook adds, then deletes ongoing expandable notifications

By Robert Nelson
on 10 May, 2013

We are still waiting for the Facebook Home update to come available in the Google Play Store, however in the meantime, the company has rolled out an updated release of the regular Facebook app. This update is currently available and the changelog details a few minor, but welcomed additions. Aside from what we see in the changelog though, there seems to have been something else that was added and later removed.

Facebook Trusted Contacts password recovery launches globally

By Robert Nelson
on 2 May, 2013

Facebook has launched their latest password security option. This one is called Trusted Contacts and it has the user picking a few trusted friends who will be used if or when you ever find yourself unable to access your Facebook account. Basically you pick a few friends you can trust and if you are ever locked out of your account they will provide the security codes that will allow you back in.

Facebook Home and Chat Head support arrives for existing Facebook apps

By Robert Nelson
on 12 Apr, 2013

The HTC First, the Facebook Home phone went on sale with AT&T this morning. We are also expecting the Facebook Home launcher to appear for download in the Google Play Store today. And while we wait for that to come available, it looks like Facebook has been busy updating some other apps. In this case, they have recently updated the regular Facebook app and also the Messenger app.

HTC First, the Facebook Home phone now available with AT&T

By Robert Nelson
on 12 Apr, 2013

Facebook, during a recent event, announced the HTC First. This handset is the Facebook phone, the one that will be running the Facebook Home launcher on top of a stock Jelly Bean installation. Facebook unveiled the phone, along with the stand-alone version of Facebook Home and were pretty forthcoming in terms of details. Simply put, they offered the specs, features, pricing and release date.

HTC’s ‘Facebook Home’ First smartphone launching as an AT&T flagship

By Robert Nelson
on 11 Apr, 2013

We suspect many would think AT&T will have the HTC One or GALAXY S 4 listed as a flagship, but it looks like the carrier has other plans. In fact, it seems they have plans that might surprise more than a few of you. Think Facebook, or more specifically, think HTC First. It seems AT&T will be launching the HTC First smartphone as their flagship.

Facebook Home: Cover feed, Chat heads, Notifications and other apps

By Robert Nelson
on 4 Apr, 2013

Facebook has officially unveiled Home. And as we previously mentioned, it will be available for download from the Google Play Store beginning on April 12. For those without a calendar handy, that means you can expect to find Facebook Home available a week from tomorrow. In the meantime, here is a breakdown of the features that one can expect if they choose to use Home.

Facebook Home will be available for download on April 12

By Robert Nelson
on 4 Apr, 2013

Facebook Home is arriving as a launcher and will be available for download from the Google Play Store. The availability will initially be available for smartphones and is expected to arrive for tablets later on. So far, Facebook has said that Home will be available for tablets "within several months" and the initial smartphone launch will bring support for select models.

Facebook Home announced: here’s how it forks Android

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Apr, 2013

After all the waiting and speculation we can finally put the rumors and leaks to rest. This morning Facebook has just kicked off their "New home on Android" event and essentially announced what we knew was coming. With plenty of leaks we had a good idea but now it's official. It's called Facebook Home and will be a replacement for your standard Android home screen laden with news feeds and Facebook galore.

Facebook Home event: We’re here live!

By Robert Nelson
on 4 Apr, 2013

Not that we expect this to come as a surprise to anyone reading, but Facebook is having an event today. This is their "Come See Our New Home on Android" event which is as the teaser would imply -- all about Android. Based on recent rumors and leaks, we are expecting a smartphone announcement and also an app. Or based on the leaks, a better description for the app may be launcher.