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Epson adds wireless printing support thanks to KitKat
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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A good portion of Epson printers now support Android 4.4 KitKat’s wireless printing feature. The company announced today that it would be supporting the latest version of Android’s native printing. With this, you can print from anywhere using a smartphone or tablet. It will work with many apps so you will not have to jump around just to print something. Hit the break for download links and the full press release. Play Store Download Link Epson Supports Android KitKat Native Printing for Easy Mobile Printing Anywhere, Anytime Over 60 Epson Printers Wirelessly Print from Android 4.4 Smartphones and Tablets LONG BEACH, Calif. – May 15, 2014 – Com…
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Gary Oldman returns for HTC One (M8) ‘Power of Suggestion’ commercial
by Guest Justin Herrick- 0 replies
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Gary’s back! No, not Gary Busey for Amazon Fire TV. Gary Oldman has returned in another thirty second commercial for HTC and it’s One (M8). Again, Oldman offers no comments about the handset. Instead, he recommends that it is one for people who form their own opinions and recommends asking the internet. In fact, do so and read our review of the HTC One (M8). Hit the break for the video. Click here to view the embedded video. Come comment on this article: Gary Oldman returns for HTC One (M8) ‘Power of Suggestion’ commercial Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more! News via TalkAndroid
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Google helps you spend more money on Google Play content
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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Google on Thursday revealed it’s ready to support even more payment methods for Google Play purchases, thus encouraging buyers to spend money on apps, movies, TV shows and music. The company announced additional payment options for its online store, including PayPal support, which will let people in 12 countries pay for apps and other digital content. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Halo 5 release confirmed for fall 2015 on the Xbox One
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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If there's any game that's going to help Microsoft catch up with Sony in the console wars, it's this one. Per Gamespot, Microsoft and 343 Industries on Friday confirmed that the latest game in the hugely popular Halo franchise would officially release on the Xbox One in the fall of 2015. 343 is promising that the new game, called Halo 5: Guardians, will be "a bigger effort than Halo 4," the last game in the franchise that was well received by that failed to match the huge sales of Halo 3. 343 Industries general manager Bonnie Ross went on to explain that this "bigger effort" extends to "the content and scope of the game, as well as the technology in what’s now a brand new…
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How a tiny Android projector can replace your computer, TV and cable
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/946868c1ffeabfa7ca4297078829a3c6.jpg Dos Owls’ Odin is a tiny gadget that measures just 4.3 x 6 x 1.8 inches, weighs up to 2.2 pounds (the steel version), and could replace your computer, TV and cable. The Odin is basically an Android-powered computer with access to Google Play store apps and content that’s ready to be used for entertainment and business purposes, and can be easily carried around. The device isn’t available for purchase just yet, as it’ll soon kick off a Kickstarter crowd-funding campaign. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Apple and Samsung’s next major fight won’t be over what you think
by Guest Ben Zigterman- 0 replies
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Earlier this week, we shared a video that explained the incredible potential of graphene, a transparent material that is just a single atom thick. According to the video, graphene is “stronger than diamond, more conductive than copper, more flexible than rubber and it’s so thin you can barely see it with the naked eye.” We also noted that Samsung developed a manufacturing process last month for graphene that could speed up its use in actual commercial products. Graphene could be key to the future of flexible displays, wearable devices, and even batteries. Bloomberg says graphene could lead to phones that stay “charged for a week and recharges in 15 minutes.” Continue r…
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You probably won’t be able to buy the world’s cheapest 4K TV
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/e2c95ac3bed507be947d408a356c13e7.jpg Xiaomi on Thursday unveiled a brand new Android-based product, a 49-inch 4K TV that will cost just 3,999 yuan, or around $640, Engadget reports. Even though 4K TVs aren’t necessarily must-have products just yet, its price certainly makes this Xiaomi smart TV very interesting, assuming international customers will actually get a chance to buy one. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Popcorn Time app brings ‘Netflix for pirates’ to Android devices
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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It's been over a month since we checked in on the fascinating Popcorn Time saga, and it appears that even after a few bumps in the road, progress on the torrent streaming app is progressing smoothly. The Next Web reports that the latest version of the revived Popcorn Time app is able to stream TV show torrents as well as movies, expanding the catalog of content immensely. Additionally, the group behind Time4Popcorn (another spin-off of the original program), has released an Android app, complete with all the features of the desktop app. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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This short video explains why you should care about net neutrality
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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Net neutrality is currently one of the hottest topics in tech, as the FCC voted on Thursdsay on its chairman’s controversial fast lane / slow lane system proposal, but not all Internet users really know what the fight between ISPs and Internet companies is all about. Re/code has a short video explaining what net neutrality means, why users should voice their concerns, and what the FCC’s new proposal is all about. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Get the new PayPal enabled Google Play APK now
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Earlier today we reported on the addition of PayPal as a payment option in the Google Play app. Since Google rolls out updates to their core apps over the course of several days, there is a good chance you could still be waiting for this update. You don’t have to though as the APK is now available for download and install using the link below. Before hitting the download link though, there are a few more improvements that have been spotted in the app. The permissions menu has been simplified and should be a little more user-friendly thanks to categories that can be collapsed or expanded as a user sees fit. There is also a new “Additional Information” section available …
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Motorola to hold Hangout On Air to discuss Moto E
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Motorola has announced they will be holding a Hangout On Air next week on May 22nd to discuss the newest addition to their stable of devices, the Motorola Moto E. Steve Sinclair, Vice President of Product Marketing for Motorola and Bill, Product Manager, will take questions about the hardware and software experience the Moto E offers to users. The Hangout will take place at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 PT. If you want to submit a question to possibly be addressed during the Hangout, post them on one of Motorola’s social network pages on Google+ or Facebook or on Twitter using the hashtag #AskMoto on any of them. source: Motorola Come comment on this article: Motorola to ho…
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Blue HTC One (M8) shows up for pre-order on U.K. retailer site
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Earlier this week when images surfaced of a blue HTC One (M8) we wondered whether it might be a Best Buy exclusive or whether other retailers would get a chance at carrying it. At least in the U.K. that question has been partially answered after the blue version of HTC’s flagship showed up on the MobileFun website for pre-order. The blue HTC One (M8) is listed for £549.99 ($924 USD) for the 16GB version, which is the same price as other colors of the smartphone. No availability or shipping date is provided though. source: MobileFun via: GSMArena Come comment on this article: Blue HTC One (M8) shows up for pre-order on U.K. retailer site Visit TalkAndroid f…
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Bill reminder integration rolling out to Google Now
by Guest Christian de Looper- 0 replies
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A while back there were rumors suggesting that Google would be integrating the bill reminder feature that is in Gmail with Google Now. Well that integration has started rolling out. Right now the feature is pretty basic, and it essentially identifies which emails in your account are bills. A card will then show up in Google Now with the name of the biller, the amount due, the date due, and the ability to see the email with the bill. The feature is still in its early stages, so there’s currently no way to pay directly from Google Now. When the rumors were first started it was due to a string of code in the Now APK, which also showed strings for minimum payments, previou…
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Verizon expands MORE Everything Plans with additional options for small businesses
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Although wireless carriers receive a lot of attention whenever they change plans or offer new options for private consumers, the market for small businesses is another important component of their business. Today Verizon announced they were adding new options for small businesses in need of voice, messaging and data plans. New shareable data options have been created with 60 GB, 80 GB and 100 GB of data available per month. Each of these plans can be used on up to 50 devices including smartphones, tablets and Jetpacks. A 60 GB plan with voice and data runs $450 per month, while an 80 GB plan pushes that up to $600 per month and $750 per month for 100 GB of data. If dat…
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Video: Meet the one shameless iPad mini knockoff worth checking out
by Guest Chris Smith- 0 replies
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Xiaomi on Thursday unveiled it’s first tablet ever, the Mi Pad, which looks like an iPad mini clone dressed in iPhone 5c colors, and which will be more than affordable when it launches in China later this year. The tablet will cost 1,499 yuan (about $240) or 1,699 yuan (about $270) depending on built-in storage, which is significantly lower than the iPad mini, whose price starts at $399. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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More details about Samsung’s Galaxy S5 Prime trickle out
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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We've just gotten our best indication yet that the launch of Samsung's Galaxy S5 Prime is imminent. @evleaks, one of the most reliable gadget leakers around who typically gets intel on devices that are fairly close to being released, wrote on Thursday that the Galaxy S5 Prime will soon launch in Korea and will come in five different color options: "Black, white, gold, blue, and sweet pink." The Galaxy S5 Prime is supposedly going to be an even higher-end version of its popular Galaxy S5 smartphone that will use a metal case instead of Samsung's trademark plastic shell. Samsung typically releases several different variations of its flagship devices — it released at least 1…
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The man who said Apple would ‘disappear’ if it didn’t release an iWatch is back with another...
by Guest Jacob Siegal- 0 replies
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Everyone in the tech industry in waiting on pins and needles for Apple to unveil its next project. Many have predicted that Apple is preparing to enter the wearable market with an smartwatch, others have brought up the possibility of a standalone television, but Global Equities Research analyst Trip Chowdhry might have given Benzinga the most peculiar prediction of all: Apple's next product could be a 3D printer. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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This beautiful Bentley ad was shot entirely with an iPhone 5s
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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If you needed any further proof about just how powerful our smartphones are becoming then you need look no further than a recent ad put together by car manufacturer Bentley. Per The Loop, this gorgeous ad was shot entirely on an iPhone 5s and put together using an iPad Air, which just goes to show how these small devices can theoretically allow anyone to make a professional looking commercial, provided they have the proper equipment and the talent. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report
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Flappy Bird creator posts a teaser for his crappy new game
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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Amazing as it seems, we are still talking about Flappy Bird all these months later. And now Flappy Bird creator Dong Nguyen has given us our first look at his followup to his one-time smash-hit mobile game, which he said earlier this week would involve "a guy jumping from building to building." Sure enough, the picture Nguyen posted on Twitter Thursday afternoon features a faceless man in a white helmet jumping onto the roof of a building and then rushing off to presumably jump to another building. Will this new game be as successful? We have our doubts since even big-name studios such as Rovio and King have had trouble expanding their game empire beyond their first hit f…
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Compatibility layer project brings iOS and Android apps together
by Guest Jack Holt- 0 replies
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One of the most frustrating things about being an Android user — regardless of how popular the OS is — is that app developers tend to flock to iOS first. A prime example of this would be the finally released Baldur’s Gate. Android users are seeing the first of the series where iOS users have access to the more popular Baldur’s Gate II. Someone much smarter — or with better understanding — than I would have to explain why this happens but the reality is, iOS users get a chance at certain apps before Android users. Well that may no longer be the case as an iOS compatibility layer has surfaced, allowing for users to run both Android and iOS apps at the same time. However …
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LG G3 and its Quick Cover case seen in public
by Guest Jack Holt- 0 replies
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As we get closer to the announcement of the LG G3 on Tuesday, May 27 we’re bound to see a lot more “leaks” of the device. This past Tuesday we saw the official teaser trailer released and yesterday saw the release of a press render showing the beast of a device off in all its glory. Today we’re seeing the device out in the wild. Not only do we see the G3 itself but we see the Quick Cover case on it as well. As we can see from the picture, the device is big. Given the rumored 5.5-inch QuadHD display that’s not a surprise. We’re less than two weeks away from the official announcement of the device. Are you folks out there interested in the device? source: Seeko via: …
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HTC shows off 3D render of the yet-to-be released red One M8
by Guest Jack Holt- 0 replies
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In April, evleaks showed us a red variant of the HTC One M8 in all its glory and while the device has yet to reach an official capacity, HTC is moving in that direction. A 3D model, hosted by Sketchfab allows you to play with the device and was uploaded by the Taiwanese company itself. Heck, the device has even surfaced in Taiwan suggesting that it will be available starting today in the country. What this could potentially mean is that we’re edging closer to an official release in other areas of the world. We have the 3D model and other shots of the One M8 in red after the break. sources: GSM Arena, PocketDroid Come comment on this article: HT…
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Samsung “Tab Into Color” event scheduled for June 12th
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Yesterday we reported on some news that came out of comments by Samsung’s JK Shin indicating Samsung was ready to launch some new tablets in June. Those plans became more explicit today as Samsung has sent out invitations for a “Tab Into Color” event scheduled for June 12th in New York City at Madison Square Garden or live streamed via YouTube. The expectation is that Samsung will unveil a new line of tablets dubbed the Galaxy Tab S series. The new tablets are expected to come equipped with AMOLED displays running a resolution of 2560 x 1600. Two different sizes are expected, one 8.4-inch tablet and one 10.5-inch tablet. Besides the massive improvements to the screen, …
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Straight Talks gives small data bump to $45 plan
by Guest Jeff Causey- 0 replies
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Straight Talk, the no contract pre-paid wireless provider, has announced a small bump in the data limit on their $45 per month plan. The unlimited talk and text plan now gets 3GB of data per month, a small increase from the 2.5GB limit that was in place. Since Straight Talk does not charge overage fees, users who go over the new 3GB limit will find their data speeds throttled down to 2G type performance. Straight Talk has also enhanced their $30 “All You Need” plan for non-smartphone users to provide unlimited text, 1500 minutes of voice and 100MB of data. For the rest of May Straight Talk will have demo units available at Walmart stores on Saturdays for potential buyers …
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It’s official: AT&T and T-Mobile have the best smartphone upgrade plans
by Guest Brad Reed- 0 replies
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Every wireless carrier wants you to think that it delivers the best smartphone early upgrade plan, but which carrier actually does? Re/code decided to crunch some numbers and found that AT&T actually delivers the plan with the lowest price, although you could certainly argue that T-Mobile gives you the most bang for your buck. Continue reading... Via BRG - Boy Genius Report