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‘Minecraft’ heads to the Gear VR in 2016
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5e4879819015e3f1b3c4134cac834807.png Samsung’s virtual reality platform led by the Gear VR is getting one of the most popular titles in the history of gaming. In 2016, Minecraft will be playable on the Gear VR. Oculus, who forged a partnership with Samsung in August 2014 to work on virtual reality for mobile devices, hosted an invite-only event at GDC 2016 today where the company showcased Minecraft on the Rift and Gear VR. Although a release date was not provided, it’s expected that the game will arrive in virtual reality form by the end of the first half of the year. Microsoft is now the owner of Minecraft developer…
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PlayStation Video comes to Android, taking your movies and TV shows mobile
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/3c2230acef72ad74ad02b609b7599017.png Movies and television shows purchased from the PlayStation Store are no longer restricted to PlayStation devices. Sony has launched PlayStation Video for Android devices. The PlayStation Video app for both phones and tablets enables mobile viewing of movies and television shows. Prior to today, Sony only allowed PlayStation Store purchases to be consumed from PlayStation devices like the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, and select smart televisions. But now you can buy or rent content for viewing in high definition from anywhere. Everything syncs with your PlayStation V…
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Teaser for the HTC 10 proclaims “world first, world class” cameras
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e90c49cc545baefa794f8cdd9856bfd5.jpg The word “consistent” has never been associated with the cameras of HTC’s devices. Every year, the company struggles to give consumers a phone that can just take good pictures. That could finally change with the upcoming HTC 10, which is said to have a 12MP rear camera capable of dueling with the Samsung Galaxy S7 and LG G5. A few hours ago, HTC posted the teaser image you see above to tell the world that its next flagship will have “world first, world class” rear- and front-facing cameras. World First, World Class, Front and Back. You’ll see. #powerof10 pic.twitter.com/qN9HN6OP…
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Uber and other ride services integrated into Google Maps
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/580c734e41d76c9b8d3f93cf980b6dc0.png Google Maps is becoming increasingly useful for anyone traveling to places near and far throughout the world. Today, Google added integration from ride services so that users have more options in addition to driving, taking public transportation, and walking. And all it takes to gain access is swiping over to the dedicated ride services tab when choosing your mode of transportation to get from one place to another. http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4e7994e3fa229a912abce79211b049ae.png Ride services tab at the far right As long as you have a ride service’s app instal…
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UberEATS now available in Play Store to help you grab a bite to eat
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/73516a28ab04cf347ceef0754ecfd14c.png Earlier this year news came out that Uber’s testing of a food delivery service in Toronto appeared to be successful as the company was planning to expand to at least 10 new markets. Those tests relied on the Uber app itself to make food deliveries happen, but the company realized a dedicated app was needed. Today Uber announced they have released the new UberEATS app for both Android and iOS along with the service being available in five markets initially. To get things cooking, Uber is making UberEATS’ deliveries available in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, San Francisco and they will …
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Viral video shows what happens when you douse a Big Mac with molten copper
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/eeba0987f264b7141d0e76d2290edd79.png The Internet is wonderful because everyone who has a strange hobby can film it and become an instant celebrity on YouTube. YouTube user Tito4re, for example, seems to really enjoy taking food and drenching it in molten copper. We recently highlighted his video showing what happens when you pour molten copper onto a jawbreaker and now he's back with a new video that shows what happens when you pour molten copper onto a Big Mac. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/48d7395a7f8ffaeabdc97169140c0c33._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Apple Music beats Spotify to the punch, will be the first streaming service to feature DJ mixes
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/3644d95cfd1ba7b27e019cdd05abbaea.jpg Apple Music just got a lot more interesting. According to a recent report from Billboard, Apple recently inked a deal with Dubset Media Holdings that will allow Apple to put underground songs, DJ mixes, and mashups on it streaming music site. While I still think Spotify, on the whole, is a better product than Apple Music, this news is certainly a compelling point in Apple's favor. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9f7fc781efc2740f5466b5e0e5a5dc7a._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/d504af3372665bcabadb9f02e82a8d99.jpg Yes, it's time for another edition of the worst Uber drivers ever. Previous editions have included an Uber driver who crashed into a cop car and then got busted with pot in his glove compartment, and an Uber driver who left a pregnant woman stranded while nonetheless charging her $13. The latest Uber driver fiasco is no laughing matter, however: It involves a driver who allegedly shot and killed six people and claimed that his own phone's Uber app was mind controlling him. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b28e2b95b68d97e91269284bce3e8b77._.gif Via BRG …
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YouTube added a feature that makes it easy to blur out objects, even while they’re moving
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f5efab5974e6409b08a0f4bc5502994b.jpg Without a lot of fanfare, YouTube about two weeks ago added a new and advanced blurring tool that lets video uploaders easily and precisely blur out anything that might not be appropriate for public viewing, from the faces of bystanders to license plates on cars. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5bb4c2a4d966e2246241798ed2869f74._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Apple alleges DOJ is trying to ‘rewrite history’ in iPhone hacking case
by Guest Yoni Heisler- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4793b9170650717eaab758313d8423d9.jpg In the latest addition to the back and forth battle between Apple and the FBI over the locked iPhone of one of the San Bernardino shooters, Apple on Tuesday filed a response brief that doesn't pull any punches. While Apple attorneys last week were quick to categorize the DOJ's own brief as an effort to 'smear' the company, we now have a more formal legal rebuttal to pore over. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/87e6466ff045c89d436fdd0fcd82c184._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Professional Chinese hackers are responsible for U.S. ransomware attacks
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/839b369f5710d5184ea7da1b3f2e408b.jpg Ransomware is a kind of cyber attack that’s growing in popularity. Here's how it works: hackers infiltrate computers, encrypt files you want to have access to, and demand money from you to get them back via anonymous Bitcoin transactions. Ransomware attacks are conducted by ordinary individuals with extraordinary computer skills, but recent developments suggest that hackers who may have otherwise worked for the Chinese government are turning to ransomware operations to supplement their fading income. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/08652f8d983554386a7…
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Comcast’s 1Gbps Google Fiber rival launches in Atlanta, with a big catch
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/50a9ea2831994b4cad051f27776dc38a.jpg With Google Fiber headed to Atlanta this year, Comcast realizes that it has to step up its game. And now it's beat Google Fiber to the punch by announcing its own 1Gbps Internet service that is now live in certain trial markets in Atlanta. This being Comcast, however, there are some inevitable catches. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/13876e983029f7fdf0adeca3394f00d2._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Live in the Northeast? Verizon will double your mobile data if you sign up for FiOS
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/8576286066faaaa3e21dd5ce76f4becb.jpg If there were ever a time to consider dumping your ISP in favor of Verizon's FiOS service, this might be it. According to FierceWireless, Verizon is running a limited-time promotion in the Northeastern United States that will give customers a chance to double their mobile data allotment when they sign up for FiOS. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5fee82e862f18646c4ffafa93479f448._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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The iPhone SE tipped to have the same camera as iPhone 6s
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4f4ecd9e5d0196a28761e13302eb1aa7.jpg The iPhone SE looks like a more exciting handset than we'd initially believed. Rather than being a minimal iPhone 5s upgrade, the new 4-inch handset appears to be more similar to the iPhone 6s series when it comes to internal components. Thus, buyers looking for a high-end iPhone experience in a more compact form would not miss out on most of the features available in Apple’s latest iPhones. A new report indicates that Apple might be shooting iPhone SE commercials in New York City that focus on the camera experience of the 4-inch device. Specifically, the ads will tout the 4K recording fe…
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This sleek and modern iPhone 5 stand will probably work with the iPhone SE, too
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ef799b53bb726325649d7be214727e12.jpg On March 21, Apple is going to unveil its first new iPhone of 2016. This is definitely unorthodox since Apple typically only announces new iPhones in the late summer, but every reputable source has now predicted it so it looks like we're in for not two but three new iPhones this year. Rumors suggest that the new iPhone SE coming next week will look almost just like the iPhone 5, so why not prepare yourself by getting one of the sleekest and most modern iPhone 5 stands out there? Right now on Amazon, you can get a elago S5 Stand (aluminum) for iPhone 5/5S for just $8 with free shipping. Co…
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NVIDIA adds SEGA and Warner Bros. to streaming game service
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9ae4b2b9d55e7603582b42bec9c55f36.png At the Game Developers Conference today, NVIDIA announced they are adding two top game publishers to their library of streaming game titles for the the NVIDIA SHIELD with GeForce NOW Android TV device. NVIDIA says this will bring the total number of titles available to 100. The latest additions will be coming from SEGA and Warner Bros. who will combine to bring nine new titles to the platform. Headlining the titles coming from SEGA are four games from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise and a couple other titles from their library. John Clark with SEGA Europe says, “SEGA is delighted to b…
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Setting up Samsung Pay on the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4537f469476b539cb72a2882b8007b6f.jpg It’s pretty clear that Samsung Pay is the best mobile payments service in the world. Samsung’s solution for buying things with your phone is supported just about anywhere because of its ability to work with old and new terminals at checkout. Samsung’s Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge, in addition to last year’s flagships, have both NFC and MST technology to allow Samsung Pay to be supported by more merchants than Apple Pay and Android Pay. Want to start using Samsung Pay wherever you shop? Let’s get it set up on your phone. The requirements for Samsung Pay to be used come down to devic…
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OnePlus 2 gets a price cut in India
by Guest Doug Demagistris- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/8700c643da1c56f12ba473ed181f524a.png The cost for a OnePlus 2 just dropped at the Amazon India marketplace, and it’s here to stay! The permanent price drop went into effect today. Both OnePlus 2 models received a price cut of INR 2,000, which translates to about $30 USD. The 16GB model now costs only INR 20,999 or $311 USD contract-free. If you need more storage space, the OnePlus 2 64GB option is still available and has been lowered to INR 22,999 or $341 USD. This is also contract-free. We recommend you go for the 64GB model considering the small difference in price tag, but ultimately it’s up to you. Both variants c…
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[TA Deals] Take 89% off a SitePoint Premium lifetime subscription
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dbd27161aaf0a9b774a858dcb6d8ee28.jpg SitePoint is an all-in-one library for web developers, designers, and digital professionals. The service has courses covering everything imaginable to keep its users coming back for more learning. The entire library is actually worth $75,000 and that’s a massive price for individuals to pay, so a subscription easily lowers the cost to a realistic and accessible level. A lifetime subscription to SitePoint Premium is normally hundreds of dollars, but we’re offering it on Talk Android Deals for a fraction of its value. Get unlimited online access to $75,000 worth of content: 90+ e-books…
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Video recording, new ad tools to help Android game developers announced by Google
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/fbde63c0c3ec08c13b281dd6396ac298.png At the Game Developers Conference, Google announced several updates to the Google Play Games platform as part of their annual Developer Day event. Noting tremendous growth in the gaming community especially in terms of games reaching the 1 million install plateau, Google hopes the new tools will help developers improve monetization and grow their businesses. The first set of improvements launched by Google is actually in the platform itself and is aimed at players, so developers will not need to work to implement them. Following up on their release of Gamer IDs that removed the need fo…
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Almost every iPhone on the planet is encrypted; almost no Android phones are
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/079aaffc3deafadd3bcbf12b905c850d.jpg Android fragmentation isn't just annoying for users, it's also bad for their security. If you want proof of this, then look no further than the following statistic: Roughly 95% of all iPhones are encrypted right now while only 2% of Android phones can say the same. The reason for this is simple: Google did not start mandating full-disk encryption on flagship devices until Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which still has a painfully low share of the Android smartphone market. As a result, the vast majority of Android devices in the world lack this crucial security protocol. Continue reading... …
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11 paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/fb809368963e731c6b06cd44d9e40186.jpg We typically don't favor games in our posts on paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free, though we do try to include one or two in each list. In today's post though, there are so many fun games on sale that we've decided to include a whole bunch. There are 11 apps in total that you'll find below, and there are a few more freebies in yesterday's post as well. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/131d68342509f38caf58b1e6d341e79d._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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55-inch Samsung curved 4K TV drops under $1,000
by Guest Maren Estrada- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/40feb47fe4c8905ff2e1936e73c9f564.jpg If you're in the market for a new flat-screen TV, 4K is probably the way to go. Sure it's true that 4K content hasn't really proliferated yet, but a television purchase is meant to last for years and trust us, you're going to want a TV capable of playing 4K content in the next couple of years. Then, of course, you can step things up a notch by opting for a curved 4K TV, which adds a little extra flair and a unique viewing experience to the equation. But now you're talking about spending a ton of money, right? Not so fast. For a limited time you can get a Samsung JU6700 Series 55"-Class 4K…
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Disney officially announces ‘Indiana Jones 5’ for 2019 release
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4d071f89289466b27e66cd02e52e0e94.jpg It's official: the adventures of Indiana Jones aren't over yet. On Tuesday, Disney announced that Steven Spielberg would return to direct Harrison Ford in an untitled fifth installment of the Indiana Jones franchise which is expected to release on July 19th, 2019. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/295bf88bcadea991ed4eddc3d37eb455._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Chrome’s big Material Design makeover is on the way, and this is what it looks like
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/20a0fea8043111f870b5062c458617e2.jpg Earlier this year, the first signs of a major visual overhaul for Chrome began appearing online. It looked like Google might finally be bringing Material Design to its web browser, but there was no indication of when the update might actually be available for the average Chrome user on Windows or Mac. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e24a902a78c25c0b5e6aeb30e0ee6126._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report