Spotify finally brings streaming radio to Android devices
Spotify on Tuesday announced an update to the company’s popular Android app that adds the free custom radio feature that was previously only available for …
Dan joins the BGR team as the Android Editor, covering all things relating to Google’s premiere operating system. His work has appeared on Fox News, Fox Business and Yahoo News, among other publications. When he isn’t testing the latest devices or apps, he can be found enjoying the sights and sounds of New York City.
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Google Wallet hacked to work on Verizon Galaxy S III [video]
You won’t find Google Wallet, officially, on any of the smartphones offered by Verizon Wireless (VZ), not even the Galaxy Nexus. In fact, you won’t find …
Apple may be prepping mobile payment service featuring AuthenTec security
Apple (AAPL) on Friday acquired mobile and network security provider AuthenTec (AUTH) for approximately $356 million, a move that highlights the company’s transition to mobile …
University sues Apple for allegedly stealing tech that powers Siri
A Taiwanese university has sued Apple (AAPL) for allegedly infringing upon its voice recognition patents, Reuters reported. Taiwan’s National Cheng Kung University claims the technology …
Apple refuses to carry eBook that mentions Amazon
Apple’s (AAPL) digital stores — App Store, iTunes, iBooks — are known for their strict policies and painful approval processes; even the slightest error can …
Next-generation Xbox developer hardware leak may reveal Xbox 720 specs
This past weekend, a supposed Xbox 720 “Durango” developer kit was posted on an obscure developer forum and offered to the public for the price …
Study suggests reading this post could make you blind
The United States Department of Health & Human Services suggests people limit exposure to screens such as computer monitors and television sets to less than two …
New Amazon deal brings Fringe, The West Wing and more to Prime Instant Video
Amazon (AMZN) on Friday announced a new partnership with Warner Brothers (TWX) that will bring new content to its Prime Instant Video library. The new …
ASUS confirms Jelly Bean is headed to Transformer tablets
Shortly after HTC (2498) confirmed that its smartphones would receive an update to Jelly Bean, ASUS (2357) announced that an Android 4.1 update will be …
Foxconn looks for a board seat at Sharp as Apple HDTV nears
Manufacturing heavyweight Foxconn (2354) is reportedly interested in acquiring board seats at Sharp Electronics (6753), DigiTimes reported on Friday. The company received three non-executive board …
Samsung set to take the first step toward flexible smartphones this year
According to a report from Korean language news site DDaily, Samsung (005930KS) will begin producing flexible AMOLED displays this quarter. The panels are said to …
Judge denies Samsung’s appeal, Galaxy Tab ban stands
A United States Court of Appeals on Friday denied Samsung’s (005930KS) second attempt to stop its Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet from being banned, The Register reported. …
Third time is the charm? Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 reportedly launches in November
Microsoft (MSFT) previously announced that its third major Windows Phone release would be coming this fall, though the Redmond-based company did not give specific dates. According …
Apple’s HDTV might not launch until 2014, could be U.S. only
Consumers waiting for Apple’s (AAPL) rumored HDTV might have to wait even longer than expected before they get their hands on the highly anticipated device. …
Google acquires popular third-party iPhone and Mac email client Sparrow
The CEO of the Sparrow, maker of the popular third-party email client by the same name, announced on Friday that Google (GOOG) has acquired the …
40-hour Diablo III binge blamed for sudden death of 18-year old gamer
An 18-year-old Chinese gamer, identified only as Chuang, died after a 40-hour Diablo III gaming binge, according to the Australian Associated Press. The teenager reserved a …
U.S. Senator tells DOJ to drop Apple’s eBook price-fixing suit
United States Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) has written an open letter to the Department of Justice, which was published by The Wall Street Journal, telling …
Hacker claims to have accessed 50,000 accounts from Wall Street IT recruiting firm
An Internet hacker belonging to a group called TeamGhostShell broke into recruiting website ITWallStreet.com, Computer World reported. The information compromised, which includes full names, mailing …
Botnet responsible for as much as 50% of global spam taken down
Computer security experts on Wednesday revealed that they had successfully taken down Grum, the world’s third-largest botnet, which was responsible for roughly 18% of global …
Microsoft posts first ever quarterly loss of $0.06 per share on $18.06 billion in sales
Microsoft (MSFT) on Thursday reported its earnings for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2012. The software giant posted its first ever quarterly loss of $0.06 …
Drop test: Nexus 7 faces off against Apple’s iPad and wins [video]
Apple’s (AAPL) iPad and Google’s (GOOG) Nexus 7 are, without question, the two best tablets on the market. Each device has advantages over the other, …
Are Nexus 7 owners getting what they paid for? Users report dead pixels, loose displays
Google’s (GOOG) Nexus 7 tablet has gotten off to a rocky start. Despite its rave reviews and early sellouts, hundreds if not thousands of disgruntled …
Verizon CFO hints at Q4 launch for Apple’s next iPhone
During the company’s earnings call on Thursday, Verizon Wireless’ (VZ) chief financial officer Fran Shammo hinted that Apple’s (AAPL) next-generation iPhone will launch in the fourth …
When T-Mobile closed its call centers, it shipped U.S. jobs overseas
T-Mobile (DTE) in March revealed plans to lay off 5% of its workforce and close seven call-centers in an attempt to restructure the company and reduce …
Chrome already owns 1.5% of iOS browser market
After being announced during Google’s (GOOG) annual I/O Developer Conference last month, the Chrome Web browser for iOS has received positive feedback from users. The browser …
Apple buying land for $300M Texas expansion
In March it was revealed that Apple (AAPL) was planning to build a $304 million campus expansion in Austin, Texas that would create some 3,600 …
YouTube launches new face-blurring feature to disguise identities
Google (GOOG) on Wednesday announced a new face-blurring tool for its video-sharing website YouTube. The site is the first to roll out such a feature, …
Foxconn plans $1 billion factory in Indonesia to churn out more Apple gear
Apple (AAPL) manufacturing partner Foxconn (2354) is planning a billion-dollar factory located in Indonesia, Games Industry International reported on Wednesday. The company said it was drawn …
WikiLeaks needs a million euros to keep the leaks coming
Whistle-blower website WikiLeaks is desperate for funding and needs “a minimum” of a million euros in order to continue its mission. The organization revealed that …
Microsoft: Windows 8 launches on October 26th
Microsoft (MSFT) on Wednesday announced that its next-generation Windows operating system will be available on October 26th. The news was relayed by Steven Sinofsky, president of …
