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  1. Guest Jacob Siegal

    5 games that were never finished and are now impossible to beat

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b7a0926e08cfc7f0a1bbbdfa310f3298.pngSome games require a great deal of effort to complete. Whether its their length, their difficulty or their complexity, games like Dark Souls, Spelunky and Dota 2 are best known for driving players crazy as they attempt to fight their way through increasingly lopsided battles, find every potential pitfall and learn the best matchups. But some games can't be beat simply because the developers never finished them. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/2e6aa7a8db380b006430ac3e8c075b52._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  2. Guest Jacob Siegal

    It looks like an actor from ‘Star Wars: Rogue One’ just gave away a huge spoiler

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/17272bb99fda67e89950818f68451b84.jpgIf the months preceding the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens were any indication, we're never going to know much about the upcoming Star Wars movies before they hit theaters. The same was true of Rogue One, even after we saw the first trailer, but star Mads Mikkelsen might have just given one big spoiler away. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b5d791fb2c0ec7e65d6550fb1650e4b2._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  3. Guest Maren Estrada

    Amazon sale drops this hi-def 3D home theater projector to just $350

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a395b9a33c31183694be1481135bd25b.jpg The home theater of your dreams is, well, very expensive. Sometimes you don't really need all that top-of-the-line gear to create a theater-like movie watching experience in your home though, as long as you know where to cut corners without sacrificing too much. And right now, we're going to tell you where to start. From now until the end of the day on Saturday, the Acer H5380BD 720p Home Theater Projector is on sale on Amazon for $350 with free Prime shipping. (more…) http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/493f5d12234b5d867679ab07215d8ee4._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  4. Guest Jeff Causey

    LG smartphone sales disappoint in latest financial results

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/7acff5efe116f2b7563d8acd53884057.jpgLG released their first quarter financial results today and unsurprisingly, the LG Mobile Communications Company portion of the conglomerate posted disappointing numbers. LG had previously indicated the first quarter would be one of the best ever for the company and that panned out. However, smartphone sales were down causing yet another financial drag on the company as a whole. In their press release, LG blames a slowdown in shipments of their existing devices on interest in the LG G5 causing consumers to hold off on making purchases. The division had sales of KRW 2.96 trillion ($2.46 bill…

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  5. Guest Justin Herrick

    HP’s premium Chromebook 13 is a breath of fresh (and affordable) air

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/58d57b1a68914db3fd3a7d15662db123.jpg Whereas the Pixel from Google is premium and pricey, HP’s new Chromebook 13 is premium and affordable. The Chromebook 13 has an all-metal design measuring 12.9mm thin, boasts a 13.3-inch Quad HD+ display, and packs an Intel Core M processor. All of these impressive features and much more are available in a Chrome OS-powered device that costs half of what the Pixel’s price tag reads. Hit the break for details on the new Chromebook 13 from HP. http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ca3af317cba519a61fd04e989c24ae18.jpg http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ee9e8a7aef355c327…

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  6. Guest Doug Demagistris

    Triby is the first third-party Alexa-enabled speaker

    by Guest Doug Demagistris
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/55e037965919e64dd252ce3e802f7fb0.jpgFor those of you who don’t know, Amazon has built-up a technology called Alexa Voice Service (AVS). This is what provides the functionality of an Amazon Echo speaker. Amazon recently opened AVS to third-parties, letting them to create their own Alex-equipped speakers. Triby is the first one, and it’s now available on Amazon. Triby is an Alexa-enabled portable speaker built by Invoxia. The speaker is capable of performing functions just like you would on Amazon’s Echo speaker. This means you can ask it questions asking for say the weather, or current sports scores. You can also stream musi…

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  7. Guest Justin Herrick

    Talk Android Podcast: Episode 4

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ed87aeec9e25579e95938f4cf0cbb4e5.jpg Listen to the fourth episode of the Talk Android Podcast. In Episode 4 (4/28/16), we cover the following topics: Nexus 9 vanishes from the Google Store HTC’s Nexus devices this year are going by M1 and S1, likely Marlin and Sailfish Fenis down! Third-party Twitter app hits 100,000 token limit Google introduces new MODE bands for Android Wear Nextbit Robin’s April update is here, reveals AIAIAI partnership Updated Samsung Gear Fit 2 leaked alongside Gear IconX Giveaway: Win one of nine LG G5 cases from VRS Design! Please answer this survey so we can learn more about our …

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  8. Guest Doug Demagistris

    Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge sales raise operating profits for Samsung in the first quarter

    by Guest Doug Demagistris
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/31c44c0e5a41b05832e1e262e9076765.jpg Samsung has reported positive results for the first quarter of 2016. The company says the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge lead the way in the increase it had during the impressive period. In the first quarter, Samsung managed to increase their total operating profits to $5.84 billion, which is 12% higher than the same period from last year. Samsung’s flagship smartphones like the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge provided a big boost for the company. The increase in sales could have been due to the earlier release, avoiding the competition from rivals that came later. Samsung also saw an increase in tot…

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  9. Guest Peter Holden

    The second generation Philips Hue app comes with a modern UI and and added functionality

    by Guest Peter Holden
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/293a22e434cda94131d6bdeb712b8f02.jpg If you have the Philips Hue lighting system installed in your house, you’ve probably been left a little dissatisfied with its clunkiness, possibly to the point of having to rely on one of the many serviceable third-party apps. It seems that Philips may have taken notice because it’s just published a new app to the Play Store called Philips Hue Gen 2. The second generation Hue app includes a new, dare we say, even modern UI and some added functionality. http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/241e41a0badaab384624155b68cd46ba.png As you can see from the screenshots above, the UI is…

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  10. Guest Brad Ward

    LG G5 update finally brings the App Drawer back

    by Guest Brad Ward
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b2da2e7cd4247c0a0ee8996806ae22b2.jpg LG has begun rolling out a new update to the G5 that brings the “Home and App Drawer” setup back to the smartphone. Leading up to the announcement of the LG G5, there were many rumors indicating that the company would ditch the App Drawer. When launch day came around, LG did get rid of it, and customers weren’t too happy. That said, LG is fixing the problem in this new update. There is a way to get the App Drawer back through LG SmartWorld without the update, but that’s from the UX 4.0 software. It’ll at least get you by until your able to download the latest update for the home sc…

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  11. Guest Brad Ward

    Motorola schedules a press event for May 17, could be the Moto G4 and G4 Plus

    by Guest Brad Ward
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/510a7fa5d55e4fe792abf5f6167ce334.jpg It looks like the Moto G4 and G4 Plus could be just over the horizon, as Motorola has begun sending out invites to media outlets in India for a May 17 press event where the two smartphones are expected to be unveiled. Previous rumors indicated that the handsets would be unveiled on June 9, but that obviously isn’t the case anymore. We don’t know many solid details, but the two handsets have been the victim of a handful of leaks. The Moto G4 was leaked not too long ago, supposedly having a fingerprint scanner and square home button in tow. That same rumor also says we’ll see a new c…

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  12. Guest Peter Holden

    Huawei’s Honor 5C is official with 5.2-inch Full HD display and Kirin 650 processor for $139

    by Guest Peter Holden
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/63f8476f28b59ffe353e564ed0b09a95.png First spotted at China’s TENAA certification body a couple of weeks ago, the Honor 5C has been officially unveiled at an event in China. Honor is Huawei’s budget-minded sub-brand and most recently launched the reasonably priced 5X (reviewed here). Replacing the 4C, the Honor 5C offers a 5.2-inch Full HD display, 13MP rear camera, and runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow for 899 Yuan ($139). http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/18d63c946cb0b7782869e1f510a41564.jpg As you can see from the specifications sheet below, the Honor 5C packs a punch considering its price. If the included finge…

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  13. Guest Chris Smith

    Interactive map guides you to places where Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and more were filmed

    by Guest Chris Smith
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a14053ab55bf57b1a9a98140fda9c9a9.jpgEver wanted to visit the places you see in some of your favorite movies and shows, including Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and whatever else tickles your fancy? There are two ways of doing it. One involves collecting all the location data yourself from the internet. The other is an interactive map that tells you exactly where you have to go to see the locations from your favorite films. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f8a706e674fdebc86be3ea70363a06ca._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  14. Guest FoxNews.com

    DARPA aims to develop smarter, nimbler vehicles

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/cd427133a3961f326c5faf2f9c0adecb.jpgDARPA announced on Tuesday that it has awarded contracts to eight organizations to develop more intelligent, more agile ground vehicles that aren’t burdened by extra armor. The problem that the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency said that it wants to address is that as weapons get better at piercing armor, adding armor to ground vehicles just makes them slower and more expensive to develop and deploy. The initiative comes as part of the agency’s Ground X-Vehicle Technology program, which has awarded contracts to Carnegie Mellon University as well as to companies like Honeywell, Pratt &a…

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  15. Guest Chris Smith

    Someone thinks he found Millennium Falcon wreckage on Earth using Google Maps

    by Guest Chris Smith
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a54da7edfd2cede5f63053354b5ce92c.jpgNot too long ago, someone claimed to have discovered a UFO near Area 51 using nothing other than Google Earth, and various sets of historical images of that location. There’s no way to confirm that sighting, but alien fans will surely want to hear about an equally fascinating find. Using the same Google Earth tool, someone discovered what looks like a crash-landed UFO similar to Star Wars’ Millennium Falcon. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/6a649c16b25c9547ef33da7982cad7cb._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  16. Guest Chris Smith

    The first trailer for Oliver Stone’s ‘Snowden’ movie looks kind of... lame

    by Guest Chris Smith
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/0c0bc55bdde30f307d0cc479356b78d9.jpgIf you don’t know who Edward Snowden is and why he’s so important to the technology sector, then Oliver Stone’s Snowden will tell you everything you need to know about his story. If you already know who Snowden is, then you're probably already anticipating the movie eagerly. The first trailer already makes Snowden look like the next Bourne-style action movie, though parts of the trailer make the movie look kind of, well, lame. It's too early to pass judgement, but watch it yourself and you'll see. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ef0c10cde08baa0f86ea26a796713247._.gif …

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  17. Guest Maren Estrada

    The Amazon Hobby Shop is your new favorite page on the internet

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dd5b876252014f698a59c7029b3c51ca.jpg Quadcopter drones... radio controlled cars... model rockets... radio controlled helicopters... model train sets... it's OK, you don't have to hide your love of all these fun little hobbies anymore. Building your own rocket, stuffing an explosive into the bottom and then launching it hundreds of feet into the sky isn't nerdy — it's friggin awesome! And while driving remote controlled cars used to be something people laughed at, drone quadcopters have now come along and made all things RC cool again. Trust us, it's time to let your nerd flag fly and say hello to your new favorite page on th…

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  18. Guest Jacob Siegal

    This app lets you test out tattoos before you commit to permanent ink

    by Guest Jacob Siegal
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/8f41f8262be1bc55d6893e3cbcbad83e.jpgVirtual reality has (justifiably) been the biggest story in the tech world over the past few weeks. Oculus launched the Rift, HTC launched the Vive and gamers are finally getting the chance to see how much potential VR has. But you don't have to spend $600 on a headset to digitally alter the world around you. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dac34fcc0e386b8e1a89659b3d3d3b0e._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  19. Guest Zach Epstein

    There’s a new drone that’s actually a drone and we’re pretty sure you’ll want one

    by Guest Zach Epstein
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/7d36e83a9abccfdbb6c3020b9e0e13a0.jpgIt really shouldn't be this refreshing to see a company unveil a drone that's actually a drone, but alas. The term "drone" has been broadened to include a wide range of popular quadcopters that don't have any autonomous capabilities at all, but there are still some companies building real drones for consumer use. Back in February we told you about an awesome drone that can follow you and record your every move with its built-in camera, though it's a bit pricey for some. If you don't want to part with that kind of cash you'll be happy to learn that a new drone called the Hover Camera will soon …

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  20. Guest Yoni Heisler

    Is Cord Cutting a problem? Apparently not for Comcast

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/2a26bf8f579f6b0645f0a4474c055192.jpgFor years, it was widely assumed that the cable industry was in the midst of a transition. Blindsided by streaming services from the likes of Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu, it was effectively taken as fact that cable companies were withering as more and more subscribers were opting to cut the cord. Bolstering this narrative was ostensibly cold hard data. For instance, The Wall Street Journal last year relayed a study which claimed that the number of households with cable "will fall at an accelerating rate for at least the next four years..." (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a…

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  21. Guest Jacob Siegal

    ‘Top Gear’ is getting a new spinoff next month called ‘Extra Gear’

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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/7f8e1421915db018061dd1b94e664945.jpegJeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May won't be returning for the next season of Top Gear, but that doesn't mean that the BBC is giving up on the property altogether. In fact, on Wednesday morning, the BBC announced an online spinoff called Extra Gear, which will launch alongside the new season of Top Gear in May. (more…)http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/adaa24e09e709981c47a2ba9c17b6d06._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

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  22. Guest Yoni Heisler

    All the panic surrounding Apple’s declining iPhone sales is way overblown

    by Guest Yoni Heisler
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9d8ef815b002c7125447b393ab3e6c27.jpgFor the first time in company history, Apple recently posted a year-over-year drop in iPhone sales. During the March 2016 quarter, Apple sold 51.1 million iPhones compared to 61.2 million iPhones sold during the same quarter a year-ago. And seeing as how the iPhone is Apple's primary revenue driver, Apple's earnings also took a hit, with the company posting EPS of $1.90, down from $2.33 during the year-ago quarter. Not surprisingly, shares of Apple opened up 8% lower when trading began earlier this morning. And while shares have since climbed back up from a low of $95.98 to about $98, the stoc…

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  23. Guest Jared Peters

    Samsung might be using Vulkan for a power saving TouchWiz launcher

    by Guest Jared Peters
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/a91c714120236c270e05301accb0bbb1.jpgVulkan is going to be a very big deal for mobile phones, but it’s going to do more than just improve the gaming experience on your smartphone. While most of the original buzz surrounding the efficient API was centered around lowering CPU overhead so 3D applications could run better and consume less energy, it looks like we’ll start to see that leveraged in simpler applications, too. During SDC 2016, Samsung engineers discussed how they can use Vulkan to improve performance and battery life for their TouchWiz launcher, which should certainly catch the attention of stock Android enthusiasts. …

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  24. Guest Jared Peters

    HTC’s Nexus devices this year are going by M1 and S1, likely Marlin and Sailfish

    by Guest Jared Peters
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/0d325ea65b4fca79892a821434133254.jpgIt’s about that time of year for Nexus rumors to pick up, and we’re all still not-so-secretly hoping that HTC will take over this year. A new leak from Evan Blass seems to confirm this, as he’s leaked that there are two devices being developed for Android N that are both HTC manufactured. There are two devices mentioned, one being the M1 and the other being the S1. These models would fit in with Google’s fishy names for Nexus phones, and there was already a mention of Marlin in an AOSP commit earlier this year. Sailfish is speculation, but it does make sense. The Nexus 5 was Hammerhead, the…

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  25. Guest Justin Herrick

    Nexus 9 vanishes from the Google Store

    by Guest Justin Herrick
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    http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/430c8f2f90bddc0d02d41f86eb682ebf.png Earlier today, Google’s Nexus 9 was silently pulled from the Google Store. The tablet was on the market for just shy of eighteen months. The Nexus 9 debuted in October 2014 alongside the Nexus 6, two devices which have been viewed by many as very underwhelming members of the Nexus line. Google’s flagship tablet appeared to be solid on paper at launch, but the Nexus 9 actually shipped with a list of problems. Performance lagged and stuttered for nearly a year, maintaining a cool temperature was tough, and build quality was eh. Really nothing about the tablet was impressive outside of t…

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