No more excuses: Google needs to fix Android’s broken update system
We all know the reason why Android phones take much longer to get the latest software compared to iPhones. There are countless different Android hardware …
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You can download Android Marshmallow right now – here’s how
Shortly after revealing the official name of Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Monday, Google released the final preview version of the software along with the Android …
This app singlehandedly transforms your night into an epic drinking adventure
It’s Friday, and you’re probably texting your friends about going out tonight. Yes, you might have a hard time choosing which bars to hit, and …
The worst Android vulnerability the world has ever seen isn’t fixed, no matter what Google tells you
A few days ago, a security researcher revealed that up to 950 million Android devices are susceptible to a hack that takes advantage of one …
Amazon is offering over $90 worth of paid Android apps for free – download them now
Amazon is back at it. The online retailer has yet another giant Android app sale available to Android device owners, offering up 39 premium Android apps as …
7 crazy experimental Android apps you won’t find on any iPhone
Google this week took the wraps off a new project called Android Experiments that’s designed to show off some of the crazier ideas that Android …
Forget USB Type-C, someone just fixed micro USB cables
Yes, micro USB cables work with any Android phone, which means that they’re extremely useful. However, they still have an annoying feature: there’s only one …
Study: Android user loyalty has actually surpassed the iPhone
One of the more commonly touted axioms in tech is that iOS users are, on average, more loyal than Android users. New data from Consumer Intelligence …
One of the best mobile security apps around is now completely free to download
We all love the Internet, but it’s also filled with nefarious hackers willing to take advantage of every single oversight. Some security issues are built into …
Why one longtime Android fan can’t resist the iPhone any longer
We’ve seen quite a few longtime Android fans talk about switching to the iPhone lately and now Apple has converted a longtime Android fan who previously …
How to turn any iPhone or Android phone into a 3D hologram projector for less than $1
File this one under smartphone hacks that are definitely unnecessary but insanely fun. When simple science meets smartphones, the result is a nifty little “hack” that can …
BlackBerry’s first Android phone: More leaked pictures emerge
BlackBerry will likely release its first-ever Android phone later this year and now CrackBerry has posted some new leaked photos of the new device. Among other …
Android’s latest security mess will get worse before it gets better
Late last month, security researcher Joshua Drake informed the world about an Android exploit known as Stagefright. Google was informed about the vulnerability months in advance, …
Do this now: Use this app to see if your Android phone is vulnerable to the ‘Stagefright’ bug
Stagefright is the name of a massive vulnerability that affects more than 950 million Android devices. So far, Google, Samsung and LG have all confirmed they …
Microsoft has released several amazing Android apps and this might be the coolest one yet
In case you haven’t noticed, Microsoft is about a lot more than just Windows and Office these days. In fact, it’s become a really important player …
Turn any phone into a virtual reality headset for $15 with this Google Cardboard kit
When Google first announced Google Cardboard, people laughed. Virtual reality was in the early stages of a resurgence and Oculus was blowing up… and here’s …
Apple wants to bring more of its own apps to Android… but why?
Microsoft might not be the only major mobile player that’s invading other mobile ecosystems, as Apple is also looking to build more mobile apps on …
Can you afford to not buy this 5-pack of high-speed micro USB cables for $10 on Amazon?
You can never have too many charging cables. You lose them, they break, your cat chews on them, your freeloading roommate steals them… they always find …
Why do I still use Android?
I can’t remember the last time I only carried one smartphone with me on a daily basis. My main handset has been an iPhone since …
Windows 10’s Phone Companion app makes syncing your iPhone or Android device a snap
Unless you’ve spent every waking moment with Windows 10 since it launched last week, there are still likely plenty of new features and software additions …
Android took a big hit in Europe thanks to the iPhone – but the interesting question is, why?
Apple has enjoyed record iPhone sales in each of the three quarters since the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus launched last September. CEO Tim …
3 accessories every iPhone and Android user needs are discounted on Amazon right now
If you have an iPhone, an Android phone, or any other smartphone for that matter, there are certain accessories you really can’t live without. Since …
Hilarious: Pranksters load Android onto an iPhone clone, convince Apple fans it’s iOS 9
Those of us who are really into technology can tell the difference between iOS and Android instantly. There are plenty of people out there, however, …
Charge your phone up to 75% faster for just $14
Modern Android phones from Samsung, HTC and other major companies ship with Quick Charge 2.0 technology from Qualcomm, but it’s only useful if you have …
Get the wireless charger that should’ve come with your Android phone for $11
Lots of recent smartphones from Samsung, Google, Sony, Motorola, Nokia, LG and HTC are compatible with wireless chargers, but none of the phones include a wireless charging pad …
The latest Google Maps update lets you customize your map like never before
If you’ve updated Google Maps on your Android device recently, you might have noticed a new feature that Google added to its mobile app. You can now …
The 2015 Moto X looks like the phone that could make me love Android again
Why do Android diehards love Android? A lot of it comes down to freedom — they don’t like Apple’s walled garden approach and they love …
Why does every Android phone company think it can be Apple?
A decade ago, the smartphone market looked nothing like it does today. Nothing at all. Major players included Nokia, BlackBerry and Palm, and none of …
Warning: Crazy new Android security flaw can render your phone completely lifeless
Another day, another Android vulnerability. Just days after researchers disclosed an MMS-based Android vulnerability that potentially puts 950 million Android devices at risk, a different group of …
Longtime Android fanboy will ‘hate’ himself for it, but he’s switching to iPhone
The incredibly long time it takes for many Android phones to receive software updates is something that has driven users crazy for years now. Longtime …
