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Slickdeals app comes to Android – aims to lighten your wallet

By Cory Gunther
on 5 Apr, 2013

Today we have some good news and bad news for those on a budget. The good news is the number one place for great deals on the internet has finally released an official app for Android. The bad news being if you install this you'll probably go broke because the deals are so awesome. We're talking about Slickdeals, the biggest community-driven deals site around.

Facebook Home App vs HTC first phone: what’s the difference?

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Apr, 2013

Today the brand new Facebook Home social network experience for Android has been revealed. It's the companies own fresh take on how Android should feel, completely wrapped in Facebook's world. There's still plenty of questions regarding the future of Facebook on mobile, and the regular app, but for now we had a few comments regarding how the newly announced Facebook Home app will differ from the experience out of the box - like with the embedded and integrated system of the HTC first phone.

avast! Mobile Security updated with new UI, folder scanning, and more

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Apr, 2013

For those of you worried about malware or viruses on your Android smartphone or tablet, avast! Mobile Security is one of the highest rated apps. Between being a long-lasting player in the PC security sector, and having amazing anti-theft features this is one of our favorite security apps. And today it just got even better with a brand new update and new features.

Twitter 4.0 for Android released with a native Android experience

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Apr, 2013

Today Twitter for Android has just received a pretty major update to version 4.0 that brings a brand new look and feel to the social app. The update gives Twitter a UI makeover, adds a few new features, and is said to bring with it a "native Android experience" according to the developers. Twitter just confirmed the details on their official blog.

Nexus 4 hardware tweaks add small feet to prevent scratching

By Cory Gunther
on 28 Mar, 2013

It has come to attention that the folks from Google and LG have begun shipping new Nexus 4 smartphones with a few subtle design changes, but changes for the better. Apparently a new batch of devices are shipping as we speak to customers, and they have a few tweaks to improve the hardware and prevent scratching. Check out the image below.

Google posts ‘Featured apps for Tablets’ list with over 130 suggestions

By Cory Gunther
on 27 Mar, 2013

Today the folks from Mountain View are back at it showing all of us Android faithful just how good their tablet app selection really is. We all know that Android's tablet app list isn't the biggest or the best, but with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich blending the OS the amount of quality tablet apps is on the rise. Check out the updated staff picks by Google below.

Google brings over 400 Dark Horse Comics to the Play Store

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Mar, 2013

For all you comic book fans we have some excellent news from the folks at Google. It looks like they've just pushed a massive update to their offering, and now have well over 400 Dark Horse Comics in the Play Store. Google shared the news over on Google+ and mentioned the comics are available in every region Play Books are supported.

Google Play Store gift cards headed to Canada

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Mar, 2013

For those Android loving users up in Canada that have been hoping to be able to use Google's Play Store gift cards, we have some good news. After Google initially launched the service in the US only, it's slowly making its way to other regions around the globe. Earlier this month they launched Gift cards for the UK, and we're hearing Canada is next.

4 awesome alarm clock apps for Android

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Mar, 2013

Alarm clock apps and utilities on Android are a dime a dozen, and finding one that works best for you comes down to how you would like to be woke up. We no longer use our bedside alarm clocks, and instead Android apps have taken over. With so many available we figured a round up with four of our favorites were in order. If you wanna wake up in peace, or have an app that will make sure you're awake - keep on reading.

NCAA March Madness official Android app updated – Live stream all games free

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Mar, 2013

Starting again today we get to enjoy some of the best few weeks in all of sports. Of course we're talking about NCAA Basketball's March Madness. Just like last year today we're bringing you the official NCAA March Madness app for Android, and of course you can stream all 67 games free. Well as long as the app supports your cable provider. It's been redesigned for 2013, looks amazing, and supports nearly every single device I've ever owned or reviewed.