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Google Reader petition attracts 50,000 signatures

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Mar, 2013

Google announced the latest wave of shutdowns yesterday evening and while many of the items on the list seem to have attracted little attention, one product did. That one, as you have likely already guessed -- is Google Reader. For those who missed that bit, Google Reader will be shutting down come July 1, 2013.

Google to retire Google Reader and other services this summer

By Brittany Hillen
on 13 Mar, 2013

It has been an eventful day for Google, starting off with an announcement that Andy Rubin, who has been a big part of the Android movement, will be leaving. Now another wave of changes have been announced - Google Reader will be retired on July 1st due to what has been a steady drop in usage. Likewise, several other Google services will also be shutting down.

Galaxy S III revamp coming with HD screen, bigger battery and wireless charging

By Cory Gunther
on 12 Mar, 2013

We know everyone is excited and can't wait to see the new Samsung Galaxy S4, but it looks like Samsung also has been working hard on an updated model of their current flagship Galaxy S III smartphone. Apparently the company is looking to get a few extra miles out of last years Android king, and a refreshed Galaxy S III is on the way soon.

Google’s CFO states Motorola’s next device won’t “wow by Google standards”

By Cory Gunther
on 28 Feb, 2013

Lately there's been lots and lots of talk about what's coming from the folks at Motorola. Now that Google is in charge many are expecting an entirely new Motorola, stunning devices, and better update timelines for our favorite smartphones and tablets. We've heard tons about this new "game changing" Motorola X-Phone too - but this all might still be a bit premature.

Wikipedia aims to deliver articles via text message soon

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Feb, 2013

Some interesting news and reports have surfaced this week regarding the hugely popular Wikipedia megasite. With all the information you'd ever need in over 25 million articles the company is looking for ways to deliver their content to more people. Mainly users in developing markets that might not have high-speed internet, WiFi, and 4G LTE to quickly access the content. Their plan is to deliver it through text messages later this year.

Flipboard update brings save images feature and retweet fixes

By Cory Gunther
on 1 Feb, 2013

Today the extremely popular news and magazine app Flipboard has just received a nice new update full of features and bug fixes. Initially launching on the Galaxy S III as an exclusive app, Flipboard has become an extremely popular news app for Android thanks to the simple and beautiful user interface. They added tablet support in December, and now we have a few new neat features worth pointing out.

Android Community app revealed: hands-on with 1.0!

By Chris Burns
on 20 Jan, 2013

This week we've got a real special treat for all you out there in love with Google's mobile OS: the first official Android Community app! This app is made to connect you to the the vast archive as well as newest in new in Android Community action, top to bottom. This app is absolutely free and is able to work on most any Android device, big or small - let's have a hands-on look right this minute!

CES 2013 was home to more than 150k attendees

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Jan, 2013

While there wasn't quite as much Android presence as we'd have liked, CES 2013 was still wildly successful and tons of fun. In case you didn't know, it was the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and as usual had a huge turn out with thousands of visitors. This year the CEA explained it was again one of the biggest in history and enjoyed over 150,000 attendees.

Goodbye CES 2013: See you next year!

By Cory Gunther
on 11 Jan, 2013

Everyone here in Viva Las Vegas is wrapping up their meetings, closing down their booths and shutting the doors. With that, we'd like to officially say goodbye to CES 2013. It was a fun, crazy, and exciting week with all sorts of goodness. Sadly I couldn't get a Samsung rep to show me that rumored Galaxy Note III. And believe me, I tried. While we have more content coming we wanted to thank everyone involved in a quick post.

Happy New Year from Android Community!

By Cory Gunther
on 1 Jan, 2013

We wanted to take a quick moment and drop a hello to everyone this fine Tuesday afternoon. This Tuesday being the first of many fun Android days of 2013. It's all over folks! 2012 is all over. We hope all of our friends, readers, and partners had an excellent, safe, and fun filled New Years Eve this year.