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Here’s one more way the PS4 is better than the Xbox One
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/7324f715a0945831ea031deb8ed3ae17.jpg PlayStation 4 owners who also happen to love watching 3D content should know that Sony has just updated its new console to support 3D Blu-ray playback, the company revealed in a short tweet. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/6ec8021c30b826a3e5f120178ca93367._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Motorola Nexus likely as Android Silver plans come into question
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/7799dc5bd4b8d6c5e84ed8bd4fa2069c.jpg Over the weekend, news broke that a Nexus device codenamed Shamu would be coming from Motorola. In addition to the rumor of a massive 5.9-inch display, this opened the eyes of many as the Nexus program has been in limbo and Android Silver is approaching as soon as next year. A new report from The Information confirms that Motorola is indeed working on a Nexus device and that Android Silver is really the one in limbo here. Three separate sources confirmed that a Motorola Nexus with a massive display will be available. Google and Motorola reportedly had great interest in doing so for quit…
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LG G Watch charging contacts wearing away for some users
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4e8673d8f820a93da85ae7f5dd9bdb48.jpg Across the internet, there are reports that the LG G Watch is experiencing some wear and tear breakdown at an accelerated rate. The charging contacts on the underside of the co-inaugural Android Wear device are apparently corroding and thus the charging cradle is rendered useless. Users have scraped away some corrosion in order to get the charging cradle to work once again. Some users have even experienced skin irritation, but LG is claiming that no allergy-causing materials are used with the G Watch. Are you experiencing this issue with your G Watch? Source: Reddit Via: 9to5Google …
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Facebook finally moves all messaging over to Facebook Messenger app
by Guest Jared Peters- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9ded72990bc3223e321cceca2716eb6d.jpg Facebook previously announced that they were planning on splitting messaging off from their main application solely into the Facebook Messenger app, and it looks like that day has finally come. Up until now, users had a choice between sending messages through either the Facebook app or the Messenger app, but now users trying to communicate through Facebook will be prompted to download Messenger to continue sending and receiving Facebook messages. Love it or hate it, that’s how it’s going to be moving forward. On the bright side, the Messenger app works better than the main Faceb…
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Verizon pushing Android 4.4.4 update to all Moto X users
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ef98c7c220d203b14b0dc3137b36288b.jpg Each and every Verizon customer that owns the Moto X should be expecting a software update. Motorola transferred the update over to Verizon and, after being approved, it is being pushed out starting today. The 2013 flagship is getting some fixes and improvements aside from the Android 4.4.4 boost. The camera quality has been improved to handle lighting and range better. And users can now pause video recording. The only other change is the redesigned Dialer app. The Moto X is now running the latest version of Android, proving carriers are getting better at making sure updates are issued as …
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Amazon spends $205 on every Fire Phone built
by Guest Jared Peters- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/54de865227136f0d4e751a0a33445860.jpg Unlike the Kindle Fire tablets, Amazon’s Fire Phone retails for a fairly high price. It currently runs $199 with a two-year contract and $649 without a contract, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Samsung’s Galaxy S 5, Apple’s iPhone 5S, the HTC One, etc. For a company that thrives on getting customers into its ecosystem, the Fire Phone has a pretty high barrier for entry, unlike the other hardware Amazon sells. As it turns out, though, Amazon has to sell the phone for a higher price because the device itself costs quite a bit to make. According to a recent teardown and anal…
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Using Facebook on your smartphone is about to get much more annoying
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/556911952bf3a880b0f0c33344b44d03.jpg Facebook may want to look up the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." TechCrunch reports that Facebook plans to take away the messaging feature from its core app and force users to download the separate Facebook Messenger app if they want to chat with their friends. Facebook has apparently been testing out using Messenger as its sole messaging app in Europe and has been encouraged by the results so far, TechCrunch says. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/eaeaa4d61d0c4df9ad485185cffd6d95._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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This might be the worst advice BlackBerry has ever received
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/697b6ed75576cf181e57e446ac762b4a.jpeg We've seen a lot of different ideas for how BlackBerry can turn itself around over the years but none of them has ever struck us as flat-out crazy... until now. IntoMobile's Dusan Belic says that BlackBerry needs to make a big move to counter Apple's huge deal with IBM and that the best way to do this would be by partnering with HP. Yes, that HP. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/94002b806320043ee1c2f8d43d0fced6._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Here’s the iPhone 6 you don’t want to preorder
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/982a25fa62a8310cddf2eb6cd38ebb20.jpg The iPhone 6 isn’t even officially out yet, and more than 30 sellers are already ready to offer preorders for the handset before it’s officially announced by Apple. Luxury retailer Brikk has decided to throw its hat into the iPhone 6 preorder ring as well, and allow potential buyers to request their custom, and extremely expensive, 24-karat gold iPhone 6, CNET reports. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/2a2cf0f6799bfd758f6c50f61493619c._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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FINALLY: Windows Phone fans have something to be excited for this year
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9793a4e22d9eea37996e6501985571a0.jpg This hasn't been the most exciting year for Windows Phone hardware, most likely because Microsoft has been devoting a lot of energy to finalizing its plans for what to do with the recently acquired Nokia handset division. However, things may be about to change because new reports suggest that we're going to see some brand-new Windows Phone devices hit the market very soon. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/701cabda03f4778c6a27bf6b9d5a7401._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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iPHONE 6 LEAK: Check out the device's major redesign in new leaked video
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/45f84a1b9128b2b3ba996b973fb7405c.jpg The rear iPhone 6 shell which has appeared in various reports so far has leaked yet again, as YouTube channel has apparently scored a copy of the component directly from a manufacturer. In a short video, iCrackUriDevice goes over all the design changes expected for the iPhone 6, including the phone’s thin profile, relocated power button, iPod touch-like volume rockers, round corners, redesigned antennas on the back, and increased size of the device, while comparing it to last year’s flagship iPhone model, the iPhone 5s. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/…
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Video: Cortana trolls Siri in new TV commercial
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/27115240bda149ebde87bbdb73f78ddd.jpg Microsoft has a new TV commercial for its Windows Phone 8.1 Cortana assistant in which it’s taking new shots at one of its biggest competitors, Apple’s voice-based assistant Siri. The new ad, titled “Happy Anniversary,” shows a smartphone user issuing certain commands to an iPhone 5s (Siri) and a Lumia 635 (Cortana), with only the latter able to recognize them and deliver appropriate responses. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/aa43a00557566516dfc9d7faf4b54363._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Leaked footage shows Halo: The Master Chief Collection in action
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9aac79bf0c1adbcebc4c5fd61d6c2497.jpg Although Halo: The Master Chief Collection comprises four games we've already played, 343 Industries still hasn't shown off much in the way of gameplay footage since announcing the project at E3 this year. That changed this week when the team took the stage at Comic-Con to reveal not only the gorgeous new cinematics that would be appearing in Halo 2, but also the graphical differences between Halo 2 remastered on the Xbox One and the original game, which you can swap between with a single button press. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/dea11615eddf2aa517b0…
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Apple wants to make it even easier for you to buy an iPhone 6 in its retail stores
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/41800c78a02b3d5f4104ac9ea5338808.jpg Apple will reportedly offer potential iPhone buyers a new way of acquiring iPhones in its retail stores, in addition to on-contract, prepaid and full price purchases, 9to5Mac has learned. The company will apparently test drive iPhone purchases via carriers' early upgrade programs, including AT&T Next, T-Mobile Jump and Verizon Edge. It’s not known whether Sprint's One Up plan will also be supported. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/c7d0d3d7b3defa895eb5054c0a870c8e._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Microsoft will launch another new Surface tablet in October – but not the Surface mini
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e0fd24ba885554577a2a146d3ad019ef.jpg Microsoft reportedly had plans to unveil a new Surface mini tablet alongside the Surface Pro 3 earlier this year, but the company supposedly cancelled those plans when it realized the mini tablet didn't offer much in the way of compelling differentiation. Some reports suggest the Surface mini is back in the mix and could launch later this summer, while others state that tablet has been shelved indefinitely. Whatever the case may be, it looks like Microsoft has another new Surface tablet in store for us this fall. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5b3677b3f…
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Your smartphone is about to kill off another piece of arcane technology
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/338ca355a25556e2330b5c5a55b2cd67.jpg Smartphones have effectively replaced a lot of the gadgets that we used to buy, including calculators, compasses, alarm clocks and dedicated GPS trackers. And now The Wall Street Journal reports that smartphones look poised to kill off another antiquated piece of technology — hotel key cards. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e196627f6c3a18443ce86fc17e205196._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 review: It’s all about the display, and it’s gorgeous
by Guest Robert Nazarian- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/13879b1b7104bf8cb1ac052cf3794732.jpg Samsung is the reigning king when it comes to smartphone market share, but that success never translated to tablets. With the smartphone market slowing, Samsung made a decision to go “all in” on tablets for 2014. It all started in January with the Galaxy Tab Pro series and the Galaxy Note Pro. Then they followed up with the Galaxy Tab 4 series a few months later. That seemed like enough, but Samsung wasn’t done. They decided to come out with something extraordinary. The Tab S promises to sport the most amazing display on a tablet ever, not to mention it’s pretty thin. There is no shortage…
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Hilton Worldwide spending $550 million to make mobile devices hotel tools
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b83f91e4c59aa8ca8765b6319137c98e.jpg The hospitality industry has generally been behind when it comes to adopting newer technology. Hilton Worldwide, though, is ready to roll the dice to make their hotels tech-friendly. The $550 million upgrade costs will allow guests to handle everything from getting a room to entering it without ever having to deal with a front desk. This is Hilton Worldwide’s attempt to bring in a younger demographic to its 4,200 locations around the globe. As soon as next year, guests at select locations will be able to unlock room doors with a smartphone. And by the end of 2016, all locations should b…
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Samsung Galaxy Alpha display resolution confirmed to be 720p
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/92a6c4b9da45d3f05cd2ee4eb1808564.png As is the case with many devices, leaks and rumors leave little left to be desired when the time comes for a company to make an announcement. The Galaxy Alpha is no different and we have even seen images of the device. Today, we know what display resolution will be present on the upcoming Samsung device — 720p. The company is finally listening to everyone giving the Galaxy Alpha a metal body (albeit just on the sides), but a 720p display is a rather mid-range specification. No matter what anyone thinks, this is what Samsung is moving forward with. The Galaxy Alpha will keep the dimpled,…
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Samsung’s Galaxy Gifts commercial showers people with happiness
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/c2653c78065059d83276673be816fbaf.pngDoes bloatware make people happy? Probably not. Galaxy Gifts, though, really make people happy. So happy that they cannot contain themselves. Galaxy Gifts just has that kind of effect. In a new commercial promoting the Galaxy Tab S, people are showered with joy due to the freebies and promotions that Samsung includes with its latest tablet. Some of the people in the commercial are savoring the enjoyment for themselves or with a friend, but one man loses control and giggles outside of an office with others nearby. Folks, that is the power of nearly thirty promotional items at work. The lesso…
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Samsung officially announces the Galaxy Star 2 Plus
by Guest Jared Peters- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/94ea2586387e7e8f0dcf601f41ba8adc.jpg Samsung has officially added two new budget devices to its online store in India, including the Galaxy Ace NXT and the Galaxy Star 2 Plus. The Ace NXT has actually been on sale for a few weeks, but now Samsung has added it to their online store. Since the Ace has already been available for a while, the Star 2 Plus is the bigger news story of the two devices. This device features some upgrades over its predecessor, including a 1.2 GHz processor, 512 MB of RAM, and a 4.3 inch 480 x 800 resolution screen. On the software side, you’ll get Android KitKat and some of Samsung’s usual TouchWiz…
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The ‘Holy Grail’ of batteries might double your smartphone’s battery life
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/5cd4e31bf2a656c4e1eb8502f8ae210b.jpg Researchers from Stanford including former U.S. Secretary of Energy and Nobel laureate Steve Chu are currently working on “fixing” lithium-ion batteries in order to offer a longer charge to various devices that require such batteries, including smartphones and electric cars. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/b3309cc6ca3eff8dba124ad714637002._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Cool new app turns your Android phone into a video game controller with gesture support
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f392c0afcca330cb82a597a83943ad74.jpg When it comes to video games, mobile gaming grows more impressive with each new device generation. Controlling a game with on-screen buttons never quite offers the same experience as a physical video game controller though, so it seems odd that Ideum would put so much time and effort into creating an app that transforms an Android smartphone or tablet into a video game controller for PC gaming. The result is quite impressive, however, and it actually adds some nifty functionality that standard gaming controllers simply cannot offer. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaM…
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Foxconn pulls out the big guns to ensure iPhone 6 production goes perfectly
by Guest Zach Epstein- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/f14d684ae7af305efa77fbb1e5ff5703.jpg Apple is without question Foxconn's largest and most important client. The China-based electronics manufacturing giant has seen its revenue skyrocket since it began building iPhones and iPads for Apple, and 2014 will seemingly be the biggest year yet for the iPhone, with two new models set to debut and as many as 80 million units on order. Since the iPhone 6 and "iPhone Air" phablet comprise Foxconn's most important project ever, the company isn't taking any chances — the biggest of Foxconn's big guns has been called upon to ensure that everything goes as planned. Continue reading... …
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These incredible 3D holograms make Star Wars sci-fi tech a reality
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/ce4d0155876b3c6a904e5af9c27ca1a5.jpg After decades of incredible technological advancements, we now have a greater understanding of which former pipe dreams might be within reach and which are better left to the world of science fiction. Holographic video has been one of the sci-fi concepts slowly transitioning into the real world over the past several years, and this amazing project from Chris Helson and Sarah Jackets is about as close to the Star Wars hologram as we've ever seen. Continue reading... http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/4afa86c9dafbe237c9b1bd23027cb565._.gif Via BRG - Boy Genius Report