A few days ago, Google announced that Chromecast mirroring was now available on a select number of devices. Unfortunately, there were only about a dozen devices included in that list. What about the rest of us Android users? Thankfully, it didn’t take long for a talented developer to introduce Chromecast mirroring to even more devices. Thanks to this developer, you can now enjoy Chromecast mirroring on devices that are not officially supported. That talented developer is r3pwn, who…
If you’re an Android user, then you’ve probably noticed your phone doesn’t look like the “pure” Android you see on Nexus devices. Unless, of course, you’re a Nexus owner. Samsung, HTC, and other manufacturers all modify Android with their own customizations. They change the UI, the default apps, and almost all aesthetic elements of your Android device. Fortunately, there are a number of easy ways to remove these customizations. Yes, one of those ways is to root your device.…
Times are different now. Today you can play the same games on the console as well as on mobiles. That line of distinction which separated the two has blurred significantly. Now Google has even better plans for Android as the TV platform. Android TV will replace Google TV. This was announced at the Google I/O and through this initiative; the TV set in your living room will become like a mobile device. Rich graphics in your living room Android developers can now make applications for this TV…
Gaming is a popular activity with both adults and children. The plethora of highly interactive games that are available today in both desktop and mobile formats present a multitude of choices for the avid gamer. However, for a rich gaming experience, the PC or the mobile phone needs to have a robust graphics card with excellent processing power. Only then can the games be enjoyed to the fullest. Gaming manufacturers and mobile phone makers have been quick to exploit the potential of gaming…
There is no doubt that the Android platform has surged ahead in popularity and demand. The sales of smart phones being run with this platform is sufficient proof. It is significant that its market share penetration has straddled both the business and consumer segments. This needs to be viewed in perspective of the fact that the Chrome OS has not been able to make headway beyond consumers who are looking for an affordable option. Chromebooks has been able to address a market that looked for a…
Smart phones today have become very popular and are in demand with many new brands being launched almost every day. It is not difficult to understand the reasons for this. When you can get a much bigger screen display, sharper resolution, fast internet connectivity and robust computing power in one gadget at an affordable price, who would not want to take it? But wait. That is not all. You also have one of the best operating systems like the Android running these devices as well as other…
The LG G3 has officially arrived in the United States after months of anticipation. The LG G3 broke sales records in Korea and toppled the long-standing Galaxy S5 at the top of the sales charts. Will it have the same success stateside? Probably. The LG G3 is a fantastic Android smartphone and without a doubt one of the best Android phones ever made. With a magnificent QuadHD screen, powerful processing, and a surprisingly strong battery life, there’s a lot to love about the LG…
Now that the announcement has been made by Google about Android L, the comparison exercises have started in right earnest. The existing Kit Kat is being compared with the new and promising Android L. After reviewing some recent developments, we are happy to join the bandwagon as well and bring to you a comprehensive analysis of features presented in the developer preview version of the Android L released at the Google I/O, a month back. Evaluating Key Factors We are evaluating the two…
With iOS7, iPhone users received a “kill switch” that could remotely deactivate an iPhone after it’s been registered as stolen. Android users don’t have similar protection (yet). Instead, they have many anti-theft apps that help deter thieves, locate stolen phones, and catch the perpetrator. Want to make sure your local phone thief gets brought to justice? Here are the top 5 best Android anti-theft apps you should consider downloading today: 1) Android Device Manager This is the…
India and China are the two biggest smartphone markets in the world. Apple, Google, and Microsoft have all realized the massive potential in these two countries and that’s why the three tech giants are investing heavily in advertising. Google may be the company that comes out ahead. At its 2014 I/O Developer’s Conference, Google revealed a $100 Android smartphone designed for developing markets. That phone is called the Android One and features some impressive specs (for a $100…
