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Facebook Home update will return our standard Android icon dock

By Cory Gunther
on 9 May, 2013

The folks from Facebook have apparently been having a pretty good month if recently released numbers are accurate, but changes are still coming to Facebook Home. Today they revealed more than 1 million users downloaded Home, and those who still enjoy it use Facebook 25% more. After many complaints however changes are coming, and Facebook is giving us back our standard Android icon dock we all love, and need.

Facebook Home reaches 1 million downloads, usage on the rise

By Cory Gunther
on 9 May, 2013

Back during the beginning of April Facebook finally released their "Home on Android" simply called Facebook Home. Now just a month later they've confirmed the application has already reached 1 million downloads, and as a result Facebook usage for those with Home installed has increased roughly 25%. That isn't all either, they have new features coming soon too.

Amazon Kindle smartphone with glasses-free 3D tipped

By Cory Gunther
on 9 May, 2013

Amazon is getting ready to release a pair of smartphones, and even an audio-streaming device of some kind, new tips suggests, and one of those smartphones will even feature 3D. It's time to fire up those Kindle smartphone rumors again guys. Apparently the high-end Amazon smartphone will use eye-tracking and glasses-free 3D, among other things, for hands-free usage and much more.

Huawei ‘Beauty’ event set for June 18 – world’s thinnest phone incoming

By Cory Gunther
on 9 May, 2013

Today Huawei has just announced and begun sending out media invites for an upcoming beauty event taking place in London, where we expect them to showcase their latest and greatest smartphone for 2013. Stating that they'll be celebrating beauty, glamour and inspiration on June 18th in the city that embodies them all - London. So what will we see? Read on to find out.

Samsung Galaxy Centura bound for Straight Talk

By Shane McGlaun
on 9 May, 2013

If you're in the market for a lower price smartphone wearing the Samsung name in running the Android operating system, a new offering is turned up called the Galaxy Centura. The phone has turned up online with all the details and is destined to land on the Straight Talk prepaid wireless network. The phone was tipped the of the official Samsung website.

Samsung Galaxy S 4 teardown finds lots of Samsung parts

By Shane McGlaun
on 9 May, 2013

It was inevitable that someone would get their hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S 4 and rip the device to shreds. We all know that when a new high-end device hits the market, the teardowns are coming. The first tear down of the Galaxy S 4 that we've seen comes from IHS.

US Cellular GALAXY S 4 getting a quick software update

By Cory Gunther
on 8 May, 2013

Samsung has been busy with the launch of their new GALAXY S 4 smartphone, and as a result we've been getting a slew of quick bug fixing updates. Yesterday both T-Mobile and AT&T announced the GALAXY S 4 was getting an update soon, and today US Cellular confirmed the same will happen for theirs on May 10th. Below you'll find the changelog and details.

Netflix improves second screen support and subtitles in Android update

By Cory Gunther
on 8 May, 2013

Everyone's favorite movie and TV streaming service on Android just received a rather sizable update this afternoon that should make a few users happy. While the entire streaming quality debate is still a hot topic for Netflix, they've just updated the app with improved features and a few bug fixes. Read on to see what's new in the latest Netflix for Android.

LG Optimus G Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Note II

By Cory Gunther
on 8 May, 2013

Now that the LG Optimus G Pro is readily available in the US from AT&T, we decided to pair it up against the competition. With the Galaxy Note II already being available for some time, can the late-to-the-game Optimus G Pro compete? Both feature stunning 5.5-inch displays and more so lets take a quick look below and let you decide.

HTC First sees first price drop as AT&T cuts to under a buck

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

The HTC First launched with AT&T back on April 12 and while the handset hasn't even been available for a full month, it has already been given a price cut. Or maybe a bit more accurate here, a price slashing. The handset had been selling for $99 on a two-year agreement and as of today, those interested can pick it up for under a buck.