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Instagram for Android racks up millions of downloads overnight

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Apr, 2012

Well that sure was fast. Instagram is now what I'd consider an instant hit classic for the world of Android. With over 30 million users on iOS Instagram launched for Android yesterday and has seen huge download numbers. Overnight Instagram managed to get well over 1 million downloads, and possibly as many as 5 million according to the Google Play Store.

Temple Run for Android update solves crashes – supports Bionic and RAZR

By Cory Gunther
on 30 Mar, 2012

The hugely anticipated iOS game Temple Run launched for Android on Tuesday and instantly was a popular hit. It's only been three days and they've reported well over 1 million downloads on Android. With many new games there are bugs, some devices aren't supported, and you get the occasional problem or crash. It's only been out a few days and they've already issued their first update.

Missing purchased apps from Play Store? Google’s working on a fix

By Cory Gunther
on 29 Mar, 2012

Over the past couple of days we've received a few tips that users were experiencing problems with the Google Play Store, and some were reporting that their paid application lists were completely missing. Some went as far as to say the market was asking them to purchase said apps again. After receiving a few more complaints, and seeing several threads appear at XDA regarding the issue we now have good news.

Temple Run for Android officially available tomorrow, March 27th

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By Cory Gunther
on 26 Mar, 2012

Temple Run for Android officially available tomorrow, March 27th

Well folks, after the weeks and weeks of waiting, countless fakes appearing online and tons of anticipation the day is almost here. Temple Run for Android will finally and officially be available for phones and tablets starting tomorrow, March 27th in the Google Play Store, formerly known as the Android Market. As soon as I see it available I'll be sure and shout.

Dude Perfect game is like Angry Birds playing Basketball

By Cory Gunther
on 16 Mar, 2012

Remember the Youtube group called Dude Perfect that made all those awesome videos shooting some of the worlds most impossible basketball shots? We'll they've scored again only this time for Android. Instead of watching their videos on the go, how about play the game. Just recently released is Dude Perfect, an Android game based on the real-life dudes and you can get in on the Basketball action for only $0.99 today.

Scramble with Friends available now – Forget Words with Friends

By Cory Gunther
on 15 Mar, 2012

The extremely popular game Words with Friends has finally received some competition, even if it's from the same company. Zynga, the company behind Words with Friends, Zynga Poker and more has just released their latest hit and word sensation Scramble with Friends to the Google Play Store here in the US. Get it now and enjoy your new addiction.

EA Sports releases FIFA ’12 and NBA Jam for Android

By Cory Gunther
on 15 Mar, 2012

EA Sports has just released two of their latest and greatest games for Android into the Google Play Store. Available today for around $5 is the new FIFA Soccor 2012 (football for the rest of the world) and NBA JAM. I personally have been waiting for NBA JAM but sadly like many of our readers, wont be able to enjoy it because they barely support any devices. Check out the impressive screenshots and details below.

Google Earth update brings Earth gallery and social integration

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Mar, 2012

Google has just issued an update to the popular Google Earth application for Android. Nothing comes close to beating Google Earth and this latest update makes it even better. With gestures, social integration and sharing, Earth Gallery and more it truly has some awesome features you wont want to miss on this latest version.

Verizon keeps rolling – announces 8 new LTE markets launch tomorrow

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Mar, 2012

Verizon is poised to win the 4G LTE battle. With the comments made yesterday that Verizon will be passing the 200 mark of available 4G LTE networks across the US, and their plans to reach over 400 by year's end and double their reach, today they've updated everyone and announced 8 new 4G LTE markets will get the green light. Tomorrow March 15th they'll active 8 more, plus be expanding in multiple markets all listed below.

Google makes more changes, Play Store to be headed by Jamie Rosenberg

By Cory Gunther
on 12 Mar, 2012

More changes for Google and their Android Market have been detailed this weekend. Early last week Google rebranded the Market as the Google Play Store and now we've learned that Eric Chu, Android Team and Market Manager of the past 4 years has stepped away from the Market, and will no longer be in charge of the new Play Store.