Articles Tagged “Apps”
The new look of StumbleUpon for Android
by Sam Cater on Apr 18, 2012 1 Comments">1
StumbleUpon is a free web service that has been around for several years now. The idea behind it is wonderful. Users find interesting things on the web and can quickly save it to a category of interest. For example, if you were to find an article on “Three amazing Android keyboards“, it would be saved to ‘Android’. Then, when another user browses the ‘Android’ interest, that article will eventually come around along with others for the user to read and enjoy. If you are a fan of Reddit, think of it as Reddit Roulette. StumbleUpon Inc. released their first Android …
The fallacy of Android fragmentation – a statistical analysis
by Sameer Singh on Apr 10, 2012 24 Comments">24
Lately, there have been a spurt of reports and surveys detailing the concern the developer community has about Android fragmentation. But is Android fragmentation as big of a problem as it’s made out to be? Let’s take a look. Fragmentation Basics When we talk about fragmentation, we’re essentially looking at two types – Hardware fragmentation and Software fragmentation. Hardware fragmentation is a term used to describe the fact that, at any given point in time, devices based on the same software platform are running on different types of hardware (processors, graphics chips, screen size, etc.) Now, this should be less of a worry for any …
Play Skirim or Battlefield 3 on your Android device via Kainy
by Mike Andrici on Mar 17, 2012 5 Comments">5
Kainy is a new Android app from “indie” developer Jean-Sebastian Royer that has managed to raise quite a few interested eyebrows. Although not one of the most polished apps around, the Kainy Android app (available for $5.04 in Google Play) works paired with its free PC counterpart, allowing you to stream games from your Windows PC to your Android smartphone or tablet. While not entirely visionary – as I’ll explain by the end of this article — the app is an excellent example on how the concept of streaming might be used in the future to intermediate the delivery of …
Privacy & Android – what you need to know. Tips, apps, & more
by Matthew Sabatini on Mar 13, 2012 5 Comments">5
Smartphone privacy has become one of the most intensely debated issues in the tech world. Most of us already back-up data, install anti-virus software on our computers, and lock our car doors. But why is it that our smartphones are going unprotected? If your device gets stolen or you accidentally download malicious applications, all your sensitive data is at risk. Texts, pictures, emails, and more could all fall in the wrong hands. Furthermore, even if you only download apparently safe and “reliable” apps, who can guarantee you that the developers are being completely honest about what they’re doing with your data? …
Call Actions Review – Streamline To Do’s After Phone Calls
by Brandon Sobotta on Mar 08, 2012 0 Comments">0
Many times when you receive calls on our smartphones, you are on the go. This may make it hard to write down an important piece of information you have just received, or to remember to call someone back after you are done with the call. Call Actions is for the people who need that little reminder here or there, or for those who take many phone calls over a day and have a hard time keeping them all organized. Call Actions is an after-call pop up that helps you get organized and stay organized with your phone. Its a straightforward …
Best Addictive Free Games for Android
by Gene Briones on Mar 06, 2012 1 Comments">1
It’s ridiculously funny how people are willing to spend hours and hours trying to beat someone else’s high score. I have to admit that I’m not really willing to spend even a few bucks just to play games. But, yes, I’ve been tempted many times, especially when I knew that the game was worth the price. Thankfully, there are awesome games in the Android Market that are not just fun, but free as well. So, if you’re tired of your boring life or you’re looking to get away for a minute, get a load of these highly entertaining and addictive …
Google Increases App Size Limit on Android Market to 4GB
by Bams Sadewo on Mar 06, 2012 0 Comments">0
Android developers of the world can rejoice on the good news that Google has finally increased the maximum file size of apps on the Android Market. The app size was previously pegged at 50MB, but now, it’s been significantly upped to a total of 4GB. While the APK itself is still limited to 50MB, developers can now attach two expansion files to it, each with a maximum size of 2GB. How will the max size bump benefit developers? Aside from giving them more space for creativity, it can also mean significant cost savings for devs. Currently, when an APK is …
Report Uncovers Fake Android AntiVirus Apps
by Mike Andrici on Mar 06, 2012 10 Comments">10
A month ago, we were unpleasantly surprised to learn that a report from Juniper Networks Mobile Threat Center showed a 3,325 percent increase in Android malware over 2011. According to the report, Android malware samples increased from 11,138 in 2010 to 28,472 in 2011. And if that wasn’t enough bad news for you, a recent report from digital security firm F-Secure shows how Android malware is now dominating the mobile malware scene, as it overtook both Symbian malware and Pocket PC malware. As malware popped out, we’ve seen the Android Market being populated with more and more anti-malware apps, up …
Dolphin Sonar: Control Your Browser With Just Your Voice
by Bogdan Petrovan on Mar 01, 2012 2 Comments">2
We asked and you answered. According to our February poll, Dolphin is the favorite Android browser of our readers. And there are plenty of reasons to love Dolphin, from the blazing-fast navigation, to the intuitive way to access bookmarks and the support for add-ons. Another cool thing about Dolphin is how easy it is to control your browsing experience using nothing but gestures. Being a Webkit-based browser, Dolphin naturally supports the swipes and zooms that we all know and love, but the app also lets you assign custom gestures to websites, for quick access. Want to go to Facebook? Just …
Android Developers Get Better Insight with the New App Stats
by Bams Sadewo on Feb 29, 2012 1 Comments">1
The new app stats, which you can find in the Developer Console, now come with added tools that are essential for analysis and marketing, such as: Viewing apps installations measured by unique users and devices Two new data dimensions – the carrier and app version Timeline charts that highlight the peak performance of the apps and long-term trends More details about the latest App Stats below. Previously, the Developer Console provided developers and publishers with performance data on dimensions like countries, model devices, and platform versions, among others. The new metrics now allow you to track active installs and total …
The Best Android Apps for Writers
by Gene Briones on Feb 23, 2012 1 Comments">1
Gone are the days when writers used to scribble their thoughts on a rugged piece of paper with a pen and ink on the side. Thanks to the wonders of technology, the pen is now replacing the stylus, and the paper? Well, apps for PCs, smartphones, and tablets are now the best and fastest ways to write down ideas, notes and blogs. If you are both a writer and an Android user, check out some of the best Android apps we’ve prepared for you. Evernote Indisputably, one of the most downloaded apps on the Android market is Evernote. This app …
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