How to keep Windows XP alive by running it through Windows 8
Some longtime Windows XP users are having a hard time letting go of the operating system that has served them so well over the years, …
Apps & Software
Android 4.4.3 KitKat reportedly launching in coming weeks
Various reports have detailed several Android 4.4.3 KitKat sightings and suggested an update was imminent, but it looks like Google is not quite ready to release …
Apple is planning a major iTunes overhaul to stop it from getting crushed by Pandora
Back in the days when MP3s were all the rage, Apple’s iTunes Store was the go-to place to pick up music for your iPod. But …
Here’s the cheapest cloud Android users can buy
Android users who require more cloud storage options, which could come in handy when looking to fix storage issues with their devices, will be happy to …
Google Now may get its smartest feature yet in an upcoming update
Not knowing exactly where you parked your car can be a very problematic issue, and one that has probably affected us all more than once during …
Mailbox, the best email app on the iPhone, is coming to Android and PC
Mailbox is a fantastic app. It’s so great, in fact, that Dropbox spent $100 million to acquire it last year. The Mailbox app helped me …
Download this app right now: Sleep for iPhone and iPad is now free
Getting enough sleep is hugely important for our health, but we often overlook just how crucial it really is. Sleep helps improve our ability to learn, it …
After iPhone, popular service IFTTT gets ready to launch on Android
After launching on iPhone last summer, and on iPad a few days ago, popular automated task service IFTTT (If This Than That) is getting ready …
Searching on Apple Maps is about to get a lot more reliable
The search engine in Apple’s iOS Maps definitely leaves much to be desired but 9to5Mac’s Mark Gurman reports that the company has made a key move …
Major Android update tipped to improve multitasking across devices and web
Google is reportedly working on a major Android update that will bring further functionality to the mobile platform, Android Police says. Referred to internally as project …
5 fantastic free Android apps that do amazing things the iPhone can’t
When it comes to smartphone platforms, there’s plenty to enjoy on iOS and Android alike. The “iPhone vs. Android” debate is obviously a heated one among …
Download this app right now: PhotoMotion for iPhone is now free
The nifty highlight feature on the new HTC One (M8) takes your photos and videos and automatically combines them into a great little highlight reel …
Download this app right now: AirMusic for iPhone and iPad is now free
Apple’s AirPlay is great, as long as you own plenty of compatible devices. The proprietary wireless streaming solution allows users to stream music and videos from …
This app will tell you whether you should sext professionally
iOS and Android users who share a lot of images and videos with their friends and would like to see the actual expression on their …
These 13 videos might be silly, but they still make Microsoft’s Cortana seem impressive
In addition to posting several comparison videos showing the differences between Siri and Cortana, Microsoft has published several other short clips to reveal the distinct “personality” …
Microsoft: Office for iPad is a smash hit, with 12 million downloads in one week
Gee, do you think there was a bit of pent-up demand for Microsoft’s Office software on the Apple iPad? Microsoft announced on Thursday that its …
Video: Here’s everything you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1
Microsoft on Wednesday announced two new updates for its mobile and desktop operating systems including Windows Phone 8.1 and Windows 8.1 Update 1. Both updates …
Download this app right now: Beautiful Widgets Pro for Android now on sale
Thanks to its open nature, there are plenty of awesome things Android can do that the iPhone and iPad simply cannot. For some good examples, check …
Immensely popular iOS app FireChat brings Internet-less chat to Android
The recently launched FireChat instant messaging iOS app that doesn’t require an Internet or cellular connection to allow users to send and receive messages – …
Windows 7 has the most to gain from XP’s impending demise
With support for Windows XP due to end next week, XP’s market share has predictably started to decline… but it’s not benefiting Windows 8 nearly …
Intel modifies Android to make it ready for 64-bit chips
Google didn’t give Android 4.4 KitKat native support for 64-bit hardware like Apple did with iOS 7, but that isn’t stopping Intel from taking matters …
Microsoft makes Windows free for all devices of 9 inches or smaller
Watch out, Google: Microsoft is really coming after you. Microsoft announced on Wednesday that it will make Windows free to use for any manufacturers who …
Microsoft debuts Universal Windows Apps for building cross-platform apps
Microsoft on Wednesday announced a new Universal Windows Apps initiative, which will allow developers to create apps that will work across all form factors, including …
SignEasy’s iPhone app redesigned for iOS 7, including offline editing and faster signing
SignEasy has long since been one of my go-to apps for iOS and Android, and it’s getting quite a bit better today for users of …
Want your iPad photos made into a printed book in just a few hours? There’s an app for that
Kodak Alaris on Wednesday announced a new iPad app that will let users quickly create and print photo books from their images, offering them a …
Download this app right now: DataMan Next for the iPhone is now free
BGR regularly tries to draw readers’ attention to great paid apps when they become free for a limited time, and the latest addition to our …
Why is Apple jacking up iPhone and iPad app prices for some users?
If you’re a fan of downloading apps on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch handheld in several big mobile device markets around the world, buying the latest and …
NightSky, one of the most beautiful and creative physics-based iOS games ever, is now free
If you’re looking for a fun and creative game for you iPhone or iPad, look no further. NightSky is easily one of the most beautiful …
5 more gorgeous iPhone apps you really need to check out right now
Software ecosystems are obviously among the most important parts of the mobile experience these days, and Apple’s is second to none. The company has managed …
Office for iPhone and Android finally available as free apps
In addition to launching Office for iPad, a freemium app that requires a paid Office 365 subscription in order for users to also be able …
