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T-Mobile Galaxy S III Android 4.1.2 update arriving with multi-window

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

T-Mobile has announced the latest software update for the Samsung Galaxy S III. The update process is set to begin today and will be arriving as Android 4.1.2 and with features to include multi-window. Those carrying a T-Mobile branded Galaxy S III will be able to get the update over-the-air or using Kies. On that note, the update is on the larger side so if you are taking the over-the-air approach -- you may want to make sure you are on WiFi before beginning.

Zact opens for business offering customizable no-contract mobile plans

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

ItsOn had been tipped to launch a new mobile offering and in that respect, they have done just that. The one catch, while ItsOn has launched today, it did not arrive exactly as was expected. Basically, instead of ItsOn taking advantage of the Verizon Wireless network, they have chosen to use the network of another US based CDMA carrier. Perhaps more important though, ItsOn has launched the service as Zact and it is indeed a no-contract carrier.

Amazon Coins roll-out as virtual currency for Kindle Fire users

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

Amazon has launched some virtual currency this morning. The currency is called Amazon Coins and they were originally announced back in early-February. The Amazon Coins will be used by Kindle Fire users and to get things started, Amazon will be giving users 500 free Coins. Of course, there are options to buy additional Coins. Plus we should also mention that Kindle Fire users will not be required to use these Coins.

Sundar Pichai: Google I/O 2013 will return focus to the developers

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

With Google I/O just about ready to begin, naturally a big part of what we are going to be seeing over the next few days will be related to the conference. Before it begins though, Sundar Pichai has recently spoken to Wired and the discussion touched on everything from challenges to the dominance of Samsung, the merging of Chrome and Android and of course, Google I/O. Just to clarify though, it still doesn't look like the two Google operating systems are going to be merging anytime soon.

Google Play ‘Games’ fully revealed ahead of Google I/O

By Cory Gunther
on 12 May, 2013

All the details regarding Google Play Games, the new home for gamers and Android's response to iOS Game Center, has been revealed this weekend just days before Google I/O. Back in April some details found inside the Google My Glass APK hinted at a gaming center, but today we know all the juicy details. Android will finally be getting universal cloud-based game saves, and much, much more.

Motorola XFON clears the FCC on way to AT&T

By Cory Gunther
on 11 May, 2013

Things are starting to get interesting regarding Motorola's upcoming smartphone lineup. We've been waiting to see what Motorola and Google cook up together, and today that may have been revealed in an FCC filing. The device is being listed as the Motorola XT1058 with 4G LTE and headed to AT&T. Most likely this is the X-Phone (or XFON) and more details on why can be found below.

Google I/O: What we expect in 2013

By Robert Nelson
on 11 May, 2013

Google I/O 2013 is less than a week away at this point. The conference runs from May 15th through the 17th and will hopefully bring plenty of goodies for Android users. While there is still some question as to what will be shown and announced, we do know that Google will be running things a little bit different this year. The Google I/O schedule was released earlier in the month and it shows just one keynote. The keynote will run for a few hours on the morning of May 15th and this will be where our immediate attention is focused. The Android Community team will be on-site to bring you the latest, however as we recently saw with the release of the Google I/O 2013 app, these events will also be streamed for those not able to attend.

LG Optimus G2 image leaks with edge-to-edge display

By Cory Gunther
on 10 May, 2013

Last weekend we received our first glance at this mystery handset from the folks at LG, which many believe to be the LG Optimus G2, and today we're getting another up close view at what could even be the next Nexus smartphone. The popular Twitter account @evleaks has once again delivered and posted another photo of this unannounced device, and we're still left wondering what exactly LG has planned.

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.

Boxfish Live Guide lands on Android, we go hands-on

By Robert Nelson
on 10 May, 2013

The Boxfish Live Guide app has recently launched for Android. While this one has just landed in the Google Play Store this morning, some may recognize the name given the app had previously been available for iOS. And for those wondering what Boxfish is all about -- think television. The app touts itself as being the "new TV guide." But perhaps more to the point here, the Boxfish app provides a new method of seeing what is on television.