A major feature from Android M and the next-gen Nexus phone has leaked
Google has already unwillingly confirmed that it’s going to unveil Android M at its I/O 2015 conference next week, and a few reports now claim …
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Apple’s new music service to reportedly get a rapid-fire launch in multiple countries
Apple is expected to soon unveil its own music streaming service that’s supposed to take on the big players in the streaming music business, including Spotify …
iOS 9 to give Apple Maps a badly needed feature that Google’s had for years
Apple Maps has had its fair share of issues over the years, but one of the most disappointing aspects of the service is its lack …
There’s a new BBM for iOS feature that will actually make iMessage users jealous
True story: a little over a year ago, a friend of mine asked me to help him pick out an Android phone because he was tired …
10 awesome paid iPhone apps that are on sale for free today
Yesterday’s list of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free was a great one, and there are still a few limited-time freebies if you hurry back to that …
Google Maps update brings even better traffic alerts
Google on Wednesday announced that its newest Google Maps update will offer users even better traffic alerts, just in time for the busy Memorial Day …
Apple Pay might expand to Europe sooner than expected
Apple’s mobile payments solution is still only available in America, though Apple is expected to expand Apple Pay support to other markets. One major region …
Spotify unveils its big plans for video streaming – what you need to know
Spotify: It’s not just for music streaming anymore. The hugely popular streaming app announced on Wednesday that it will add video streaming to its library …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps that are free downloads for a limited time
We saw plenty of great feedback following yesterday’s list of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free, and there are even still a few sales in …
Fukushima nuclear plant ordered to upgrade its computers from Windows XP
Well, this is scary. The Japan Times reports that the Tokyo Electric Power Co., a.k.a. Tepco, has come under fire from an independent auditor for trying …
Latest Google Maps update for Android moves the mapping off of your phone
Google is about to update the Android version of one of its most popular mobile apps, hiding in Google Maps 9.9 for Android a not-so-secret feature …
Microsoft’s brand new iPhone app might change how you use email and chat
Microsoft is still struggling in the smartphone business, where it’s a distant third player, well behind Google and Apple when it comes to market share. …
Adblock Plus just released an ad-blocking Android browser – here’s how to get it
Adblock Plus is the most popular desktop ad-blocking software on the planet, and the team behind the popular browser extension is now taking its talents to …
You can download the Office for Android phone preview right now
It is now all but impossible to own a device on which Microsoft Office is not available. On Tuesday, Microsoft released the Word, Excel and PowerPoint …
‘Netflix for Pirates’ just got a lot better: Stream movies in your web browser
“Netflix for Pirates,” aka Popcorn Time, is a very popular movie streaming app that’s available on a bunch of platforms, including iPhone, Android, Mac and Windows. …
7 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free today
There’s no question that we had some great paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free in Monday’s list. In fact, if you hurry back to that …
Android is about to get a new Google Maps update – download it here before it’s released
If a survey asked smartphone users to identify the mobile apps they cannot live without, we have no doubt that Google Maps would find itself very …
With iOS 9 looming, Samsung’s copy of Apple’s best iOS 8 feature has just been released
The timing couldn’t have been better. In the morning, Samsung managed to get its $930 penalty for copying the iPhone reduced by a substantial amount. Then, …
It took about 5 seconds for this free Android app to become one of my favorite news readers
There is no question that news readers make up a category of apps that is completely flooded. On one hand, this is great because it …
No, seriously: Android fans now have a reason to envy Windows Phone users
Windows Phone users haven’t had a lot to brag about lately, but they’re about to get something that will make Android users positively jealous. ZDNet …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time
It’s time to start off another week on the right foot with a great list of paid iPhone and iPad apps that are on sale for free. We showed …
Apple’s latest acquisition could be its most important buy in years
A recent Apple acquisition may soon make Apple Maps the most accurate mobile mapping software on the market. Originally spotted by MacRumors, and subsequently confirmed via The New …
Windows 10 for pirates: An ‘attractive’ upgrade offer is coming, but not a free upgrade
It took Microsoft a while, but the company has finally clarified its stance on the Windows 10 upgrade for pirated copies. Previously, the company said …
The Apple Watch is actually good for your health
The Apple Watch is a great device for a lot of things, most notably fitness. Just like other smartwatches and fitness bands, the Watch can …
How future iPhones could take a cue from… the 2009 BlackBerry Bold?
A recently published Apple patent reveals that the Cupertino-based company may have some interesting plans in store for the home button that graces all iOS …
I’m still very tempted to switch to iOS – here’s what Google could do to pull me back
Earlier this month, I wrote about my extreme frustration with the Android upgrade process. Essentially, I do not understand why it should take more than six …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps that are on sale for free today – a $42 value!
Happy Friday, everyone! It’s that time of day again when we give you the lowdown on terrific iPhone apps that are on sale for free …
A win for Apple: Spotify will reportedly severely restrict its free streaming tier
It seems that Apple is getting part of its wish and Spotify will at least severely restrict users’ ability to stream songs for free. Digital Music …
Microsoft’s invasion of Android continues with another fantastic looking app
In case you haven’t noticed, Microsoft has been on a real roll lately when it comes to releasing great Android apps. Microsoft is looking to …
Rdio’s plan to compete with Apple and Spotify: The cheapest music subscription service we’ve seen yet
With an already packed music streaming field poised to get even more crowded once Apple enters the fray, Rdio is planning to introduce a new …
