Have you ever tried reading something really intriguing only to be interrupted by some urgent work and not been able to catch up with it later? Yes, it’s the story of nearly every 21st century individual whose life is perpetually on the fast track with too much to read and too little time to read. Luckily, one of the reader-oriented Android apps called Pocket has got it right and seems to be a promising solution to making readability more efficient and elegant. Pocket, the new…
If you’re like most Android users, you use the Google Play Store to download apps. However, the Google Play Store isn’t the only app store available to Android users. In fact, some of the best free and paid apps can be found outside of the Google Play Store. Unlike iOS, Android allows you to download apps from third-party stores quite easily. If you’re ready to experience what the wide, wide world of apps has to offer, then keep reading. Here are our top 5 favorite app stores that…
There is virtually no limit to the number of cool things you can do with Android. XDA-Developers.com recently showed readers how to connect a wireless Xbox 360 controller to their rooted Android tablet – specifically, the Nexus 7. Surprisingly, connecting the controller isn’t as difficult as you might think. In fact, XDA-Developers.com rated the instructions as 1 star out of 3 on the difficulty scale. What you need: -Xbox 360 wireless controller -Xbox 360 Wireless Dongle -OTG…
With the number of Android users rapidly growing, it is truly surprising to see how smartphone technology has not just changed communication, but revolutionized the way of living. Our modes of commuting have not evolved at the same pace; however, we are now empowered with ways to make it a much easier experience with the rise of navigation apps. One of the bold new navigation apps in the Android app market is Waze – a community-based traffic and navigation app centered on the idea of making…
Do you want your Android to run as fast as possible? Are you sick of waiting several seconds for apps to open? Then this list is for you! Keep reading to discover our top five favorite ways to speed up any Android device. 5) Remove unused widgets and live wallpapers Sure, widgets and live wallpapers look cool. In fact, they’re a major advantage that Android holds over iOS and other mobile operating systems. However, having too many widgets on your desktop can quickly drain battery life and…
Since their inception, 3D visuals have captured the imaginations of people of all ages. With a massive step up in the visual display quality and processor power in Android devices, the innovative 3D revolution is now successfully making its foray in 3D games and apps exclusively designed for Androids and other smartphones to captivate and fascinate users. Here are some of the best 3D games to have on your Android devices. Speedx 3D Speedx 3D is a thrilling 3D accelerometer racer game for…
With nearly 700,000 marketplace apps to choose from, every Android user loves to take advantage of the exciting new applications and features available on their devices; however sooner or later, there comes a time when your hordes of applications start draining your battery power and forcing you to recharge your device multiple times during the day. Despite evolving larger displays and powerful processors, there is still not much progress in the smartphone battery technology. Therefore, it is…
The rich world of Android apps has become a much celebrated feature, as more and more people can now integrate the wonders of Android technology into their lifestyle. Taking a page out of this user-embracing philosophy is the new iGrill app for Android – a great app for users who happen to be cooking enthusiasts and have wondered why there aren’t enough cooking-oriented apps in Google Play Store. The iGrill is basically a cooking thermometer component which can be paired with your…
Android features an awesome interface, and switching between apps on Android is generally a painless experience. However, opening a new app while using another app requires users to head back to the home screen and find the app in their grid of icons. Some Android users find this process to be annoying. If you want a better way to switch between apps, then SwipePad is a perfect solution. Using SwipePad, Android users can launch any app while using another app. So, if you’re browsing the…
The Nexus 7 is one of the most popular Android tablets available today. In fact, the Nexus 7 was recently declared to be the best-selling Android tablet ever released – even though it went on sale just three months ago. Due to the popularity of the Nexus 7, many users are considering whether or not to root the device. Sure, the default interface and features might be good enough for the average user, but some users want to squeeze as much performance possible out of their tablets. To…
