Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S4 with stock Android coming to Google Play Store

May 15th 2013 at 1:07pm by Kevin Krause

The rumors were true: we will soon see a Samsung Galaxy S4 running stock Android. The hardware will support AT&T and T-Mobile’s networks, but should be the same as the version currently available (we’re guessing this is the Snapdragon model). But that’s not even the biggest aspect of the news.

An Apple user reacts to Google I/O

May 17th 2013 at 3:16pm by Kevin Krause

Sans any huge hardware announcements or the unveiling of a new Android version, this year’s Google I/O keynote left one recent iOS convert with mixed feelings. Did Google do enough or will they soon be playing catchup with Apple?

CONTEST: Win a Limited Edition PhanBot by guessing Google IO’s biggest surprise

May 15th 2013 at 8:12am by Rob Jackson

At Phandroid, we’ve been diehard Android fans since the platform was announced, and our blue android buddy has graced our pages from the start. Thanks to our friends at Accessory Power and Go Groove, we’ve now got a real, live PhanBot to call our own, in the form of a portable speaker that absolutely rocks.

We’re giving away our IO Tester Mini Android Collectible!

May 17th 2013 at 2:16pm by Rob Jackson

On Wednesday, we announced the limited edition GOgroove Phanbot and hooked you guys up with a special price of $21.99 (type in the promo code “PHANDEAL”). But we love giving stuff away and lots of people have been asking about our Mini Android Collectible from Google IO 2013 called “IO Tester”. So we’re giving that away, too!

Flip flop: new rumors suggest Samsung is going the fantastic plastic route for Galaxy Note 3

May 16th 2013 at 9:55am by Quentyn Kennemer

We originally thought Samsung might actually build the Galaxy note 3 with a metal chassis, but it looks like that was a bit of a pipe dream. New rumors say we’re going back to the plastic we’ve come to know and love.

Google+ Hangouts now available on Google Play, replaces Google Talk

May 15th 2013 at 3:31pm by Chris Chavez

Fresh out of Google IO 2013, Google Hangouts is now officially available in the Google Play Store. The new messaging service actually replaces Google Talk.

Google IO 2013 video highlights: was this year a home run or snoozer? [POLL]

May 15th 2013 at 11:19pm by Chris Chavez

Here’s our official wrap up of all the day’s events from Google IO 2013. We got video highlights from today’s biggest announcements and want to hear your thoughts: Google IO 2013 — was it amazing, or a snoozefest?

Samsung addresses Galaxy S4 storage issues, wants to see how it can debloat TouchWiz

May 16th 2013 at 8:53am by Quentyn Kennemer

The Samsung Galaxy S4 storage issues haven’t gone undocumented by a long shot, and Samsung has decided to address those issues. The company is investigating opportunities to optimize TouchWiz to free up more storage, but will it be able to?

Samsung CEO says Galaxy S4 will reach 10 million in sales next week

May 17th 2013 at 9:25am by Kevin Krause

The milestone will make the GS4 the fastest-selling smartphone in Samsung’s history and solidify its position as the “next big thing.”

Confirmed: SMS support is coming to Google Hangouts soon

May 16th 2013 at 10:45am by Quentyn Kennemer

Users had much to gripe about when the new Google Hangouts app launched without SMS support, but users shouldn’t have much to worry about. Google has confirmed that the feature is on its way soon.

White Nexus 4 pictured again, arrives June 10th on Google Play with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean [RUMOR]

May 16th 2013 at 4:07pm by Chris Chavez

The white Nexus 4 has been tracked down and pictured in the wild, this time with a very specific launch date and Android 4.3 in tow.

AT&T blocking Hangouts video over cellular (and how to bypass it with root)

May 16th 2013 at 2:42pm by Quentyn Kennemer

AT&T is blocking Google Hangouts video chats over its cellular network, but there’s a way to get past that if you really need to. Make sure you’re rooted and come in to grab the instructions.

Samsung Galaxy S4′s 6 million shipments make it the fastest selling smartphone in company history

May 15th 2013 at 11:12am by Quentyn Kennemer

Samsung cut no corners in the making of its Samsung Galaxy S4, and the sales numbers are starting to show that. The company has topped 6 million units, making it the fastest selling device in company history.

Google Play Music All Access officially announced as music streaming service, rolling out to US today with 30-day trial

May 15th 2013 at 1:03pm by Quentyn Kennemer

Google has officially announced its new music streaming service. The service will come as part of Google Play Music, and gets a sub tag called All Access. With All Access, you’ll get immediate and instant access to millions of tracks in the Google Play Store.

We didn’t get Android 4.3 at the Google IO keynote, and that’s a good thing [OPINION]

May 16th 2013 at 6:13pm by Quentyn Kennemer

There were many expectations heading into Google IO, as there are every year. But this time, Google showed us that it was willing to prove to developers that they are 100% committed to them. Find out why I think that is a good thing, and why Google IO was a success.

Survey: only 10% of Americans would wear Google Glass — will you wear them? [Poll]

May 15th 2013 at 10:23am by Quentyn Kennemer

Google Glass is exciting, but a lot of people are meeting the smart glass with resistance. BiTE interactive’s new survey polled 1,000 people, and only 10% said they would be comfortable wearing Glass on a daily basis.

Revamped Google Play Music with All Access music streaming now available on Google Play

May 15th 2013 at 6:07pm by Chris Chavez

The all new Google Play Music is now officially available for update or download on Google Play. The update introduces Google’s new All Access music streaming service, and if you hurry, you can lock in your price for $8 a month.

Do you think Android kicks Apple’s ass? Wear it proudly on your chest with this new t-shirt

May 16th 2013 at 1:36pm by Quentyn Kennemer

Android kicks Apple’s ass. Oh, just saying it isn’t enough? Why not wear it on this brand new t-shirt being sold by Dion Briggs? It might offend some people, but if you believe the message is more important than tact you can wear it proudly on your chest.

Refreshed Nexus 7 spotted in Google Hangouts promo? [VIDEO]

May 16th 2013 at 3:28pm by Chris Chavez

We may have been given a quick glimpse of the rumored updated Nexus 7 — complete with LED notification — in the official Google Hangouts video. Take a look at the video and let us know what you think. Legit? Or simply special effects?

Official: Google TV is getting updated to Android 4.2.2. Jelly Bean

May 15th 2013 at 5:31pm by Chris Chavez

Just because it was left out of the official keynote, doesn’t mean that Google doesn’t have any surprises for Google TV owners. Google has announced today that the still budding platform will soon be updated to Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, along with the latest version of Chrome.