Andru: USB Phone Charger – Official Unboxing
by Alexander Maxham on Feb 07, 2012 1 Comments">1
Today Fedex brought me a cool new charger for my Android device to review. Have to give a big thanks to the guys over at The Gen for hooking us up with a review unit that we will be giving away. It is basically a charger unlike something you’ve ever seen before, in the world of Android. It’s best used as a desk charger, since Andru stands on the plug, so you could have him standing on your desk and make all your co-workers jealous. As you can see in the picture above I used my old HTC Sensation 4G as …
Android App for Viewing 2D or 3D CAD Designs
by Joe Baquilta on Feb 06, 2012 1 Comments">1
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) applications have already invaded the mobile platform. Although most of such programs’ mobile versions may not be as sophisticated as the desktop ones, the main point here is that more and more productivity applications are now brought into the mobile platform. This would mean that mobile devices like tablets and smartphones are getting more useful, productivity-wise. One of the companies who ventured into a CAD app is IMSI Design. The company is known as one of the leading providers of CAD software applications. It has an array of products that are specifically tailored for computer-aided design. One …
Auto Switch Calls from Earpiece to Loudspeaker with SpeakerProximity App
by Paul Nuñal on Feb 06, 2012 1 Comments">1
For those of you who frequently make or receive calls on your Android phone, an effective app known as SpeakerProximity can be a handy app. In a nutshell, the app provides automatic switching between earpiece and loudspeaker, depending on how far your phone is from you. SpeakerProxmity can be extremely useful in sticky situations when you need both hands on the wheel or when taking calls while performing certain tasks requiring both hands. With the application enabled, all you need to do is take your call, mount the device on a stand, and you’re good to go. The application works …
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Full Review
by Vinny Marino on Feb 02, 2012 1 Comments">1
I’ve had the Galaxy Tab 8.9 by Samsung for about a full week now which means I’ve had some time to gather my thoughts and decide how I truly feel about the device. With all honesty this tablet is amazing it does very well with anything you throw at it from multitasking to smooth graphics this tablet will do it all. While using the Tab 8.9 I experienced little to no lag regardless of how many tasks I was attempting to accomplish. This Tablet has a great spec sheet listing a NIVIDIA Tegra 2 1Ghz processor, 1GB of RAM, Android 3.1 Honeycomb, Samsung’s Touch Wiz UX, 6100mAh battery, …
Pantech Element vs Pantech Burst
by Carl Parker on Jan 31, 2012 0 Comments">0
Pantech’s starting 2012 right by releasing two of their newest devices on AT&T. You may have heard that AT&T is offering both the Pantech Burst and the Pantech Element at a bundle for US$259, but today we’re looking at the Pantech Burst solo. Released a few days apart, the Pantech Burst on January 9 and the Pantech Element on January 22, it’s a fight between a smartphone packing a punch and aimed for the lower-end market and a tablet that’s made a splash with a surprising new feature. We’re not going to spoil the surprise early, so read on to …
Calibrating Your Android Phone’s Battery After Flashing New ROM
by Paul Nuñal on Jan 31, 2012 2 Comments">2
Many Android smartphones are notorious for having poor battery life. Most handset these days are provided with rechargeable batteries that could last a day or two, depending on the materials used or how the device is being used. The sole culprit behind the mammoth battery consumption lies in the Android operating system itself, as it was designed to continuously synchronize data and information throughout the day. Users who have rooted devices may have already found out some tricks on how to get the most life from out of their batteries. Some may have tried installing custom ROMs that are guaranteed …
Exclusive Review – Droid Razr Maxx Review [Video]
by Will G. on Jan 30, 2012 11 Comments">11
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Since the first talk at CES, Android Authority has been following the Droid Razr Maxx for some time now. Released on January 26, the Maxx sports an impressive 3300 mAh battery. That’s enough for around 21.5 hours of talk time! Now that is quite special, however there isn’t much difference between the Maxx and its past brother, the original Razr. With models of the original Razr now offering white and purple, along with the previous option of black stirs up a deep battle. Hardware For hardware it is essentially all the same. It contains the same TI OMAP, 1.2GHz dual-core …
Capture Screenshots of Entire Webpages with SnowDeer Web Scrapper
by Carl Parker on Jan 29, 2012 1 Comments">1
The time for partial screenshots of webpages viewed on your Android phone (and the tiresome stitching of those partial screenshots) is finally over. Thanks to the screen-grabbing powers of the SnowDeer Web Scrapper app for Android, you can now grab entire screens of webpages. There already is a slew of screen-capturing tools available on the Android Market, but SnowDeer Web Scrapper stands out for one unique feature–it can grab a shot of the whole webpage, not just parts of the screen. Say you want to take a screenshot of a whole webpage, from top to bottom, including parts that you’d …
Top 3 Remote Desktop Apps For Android
by Aerol Bibat on Jan 28, 2012 4 Comments">4
An Android smartphone is a powerful computing device. However, there are some things that a smartphone can’t do or can’t handle. That’s why we have desktops, after all. However, we just can’t lug a desktop around. It’s also a bit of a hassle when a home computer is processing something and the user has to do a regular check-up on it – which maybe impossible if the owner of the PC happens to be several hours away at work. That’s why remote desktop apps were created. Designed to give users access to their home computer via the Internet using work …
Your Own Soccer Stadium on Your Android Device
by Brigitte Novabos on Jan 27, 2012 0 Comments">0
For hardcore soccer fans, being right where all the action is and showing support for your favorite team is akin to a sacred calling. The ability to connect with friends during a live game (whether on the field or on TV) and to get real-time alerts to game scores, player milestones, and event highlights adds to the overall experience. Developed by Vubooo Ltd., the Football Fans app lets you do just that—and more. Get into the team spirit and check out upcoming and ongoing games while viewing team formations and chants, and interacting with worldwide fans. You can also let …
Getting the Latest Sports News with the Official SB Nation App for Android
by Brigitte Novabos on Jan 26, 2012 0 Comments">0
Want a one-stop app that will bring you all the latest news in the sports world at your fingertips while connecting with other sports lovers? The Android client for the popular SB Nation site is now available for free download from the Android Market. With the official SB Nation app, you can be at the forefront of sports news and updates about your favorite teams and players, be it on or off the field, through the site’s aggregate of over 300+ blogs. The Newsfeed tab allows you to select which sports teams to keep track of, notifying you of any …
Speaktoit Assistant: Interactive, Voice-Activated Virtual Assistant for Android
by Alvin Ybañez on Jan 26, 2012 2 Comments">2
These days, people use their mobile phones not just for calling or texting their contacts. The use of mobile phones has expanded beyond just mere calling and texting and has included other more complex functions such as full Web browsing, productivity, and high-definition entertainment. The mobile phone these days has become a pocketable assistant of some sort. But, wouldn’t it be nice if you could interact by voice to that electronic assistant? With the Speaktoit Asssistant app, you can do just that. The Speaktoit Assistant app is a voice-activated virtual assistant for your Android phone. Using natural language technology, the …
Unboxing of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 [Hands-On Video]
by Vinny Marino on Jan 26, 2012 1 Comments">1
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Today I unbox and take my first look in the Galaxy Tab 8.9 by Samsung. This tablet packs a nice punch with it’s specs sporting a 1GHz dual-core Tegra 2 NVIDIA processor, 1GB of RAM, and a beautiful 8.9 inch display, which measures at 1280×800 pixels to provide a very rich and crisp screen. The tablet also has Touch Wiz UX, a 3.0 megapixel rear camera, 2.0 megapixel front facing camera, 6100 mAh battery, which is all packed into a thin 0.34 inch tablet with a weight of just over a pound! I’ve had some time to play with it …
Best Free Apps to Stream Videos from PC to Android Phone
by Carl Parker on Jan 26, 2012 6 Comments">6
There may be tons of apps on the Android Market that allow streaming videos from your computer to your Android phone, but most of them come with a price. If you’re the type of person who likes to be able to stream videos to your Android phone without spending a cent, we’ve put together a list of five of the best free apps for you. UPnPlay UPnPlay allows streaming from your computer to your mobile device via the DLNA media server. The user interface is rather simple and straightforward, and the configuration is easy to understand. Some of UPnPlay’s features …
Finding Facebook Photos with Pixable
by Alvin Ybañez on Jan 25, 2012 0 Comments">0
With hundreds of friends in your Facebook account, you sometimes find it hard to keep track of your friend’s latest photo uploads. Searching for a single picture from an ocean of photos will surely suck your time. But, don’t fret. The Android Market has an app that instantly finds your friends’ pictures fast and easily. The Pixable app is a virtual organizer for photos shared by your Facebook friends. This app sorts out and ranks your photos according to popularity and your favorites photos. You can view top pictures for the day, keep track of your friends’ pictures, view Facebook …
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