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Parrot ASTEROID app market gains a car-friendly version of Facebook

By Robert Nelson
on 30 Apr, 2013

Parrot launched their ASTEROID line of devices back in March. This device lineup consists of the Smart, Tablet and Mini -- all of which have access to the Parrot ASTEROID Market. Before anyone shifts focus thinking this is yet another market to download Android apps, the ASTEROID market does have one unique factor going for it. This market brings a focus on apps that are designed for use while in the car.

Verizon lighting up 4G LTE in 16 more markets December 20th

By Cory Gunther
on 17 Dec, 2012

We've been talking quite a bit about Verizon lately. Between launching multiple new 4G LTE devices, including the Galaxy Camera, to updating markets across the US with 4G LTE speeds. Last week we reported many new cities in the northwest were set to receive 4G LTE, but today Verizon has announced another 16 cities to add to their ever growing list.

Verizon to Launch 400th 4G LTE Market Two Months Early on Oct. 18th

By Brittany Hillen
on 9 Oct, 2012

Earlier this year, Verizon said its goal was to launch 400 4G LTE markets by the end of 2012. Due to a sizeable rollout over the last several months, the company will hit its goal two months early on October 18th, when it rolls out another 21 markets, bringing the grand total up to 417. The 4G LTE network was launched just 22 months ago.

Google adds In-App Subscriptions to the Play Store

By Cory Gunther
on 24 May, 2012

Google+ isn't the only one getting new tricks today. Google has just rolled out some new goodies for the Play Store that should help our friendly developers make even more cash money. Google Added in-app billing last year but today we now have in-app subscriptions. As of today developers can offer in-app payments for monthly or annual subscriptions to games, magazines and more.

“Appreciate” is your personalized app market for Android

By Cory Gunther
on 17 May, 2012

Today we stumbled across a neat app called Appreciate-Personal App Market. We've seen similar apps before for Android but what this does is exactly as it's titled. Shows you apps and games that you'll like, personalized by what you've already got installed, and your interests. It is very thorough but does need Facebook access to truly be used to its full potential. More details and screenshots below.

Verizon expanding 4G LTE in 11 markets across California

By Cory Gunther
on 13 Apr, 2012

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE expansion continues strong again this week with Verizon set to announce updates and expansions for multiple cities and markets, especially those across the great state of California. They already had solid 4G LTE coverage but Verizon is aiming to make that better by increasing the reach in 11 major cities.

Facebook Messenger updated with ICS support and conversation tweaks

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Apr, 2012

In case you don't want to use the often buggy and slow Facebook app for Android, they've also released another app called Facebook Messenger. While it received big attention when first released I've not seen much since then, but Facebook has just updated the app and it has a bunch of improvements and a better, easier to use interface.

Google Play Store updated to v3.5.16 with fixes [Download]

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Apr, 2012

Google has silently pushed another update out for the Android Market Google Play Store over the past day or so, and you'll want to get it if you've been having any issues lately. The last update was version 3.5.15 and brought tons of changes and new features. This update rolling out now is only minor and wont change things too much visually like the last update has.

Google Play Store inverted with a black, blue, or green color theme

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Apr, 2012

Who loves the new Google Play Store, previously known as the Android Market but would like the change the look and feel? We've posted inverted color themes before but today is a lot different. What we have is inverted colors for the Google Play Store in black, blue, pink, cyan and many others. If you like to tweak the look of your Android, these are a great place to start in terms of the Play Store.