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[App Review] FaceLock for Apps protects your apps, brings Face Unlock to Gingerbread

by Raveesh Bhalla on May 27th, 2012 No Comments

Two things make this app stand out: firstly, it brings the Face Unlock capabilities of Ice Cream Sandwich to Gingerbread devices too. That’s impressive, because that means nearly 200 million more phones capable of being protected using the method. The second, which as the name suggests, is the ability to protect individual apps. These are [...]

HTC One X (AT&T) Review

by Kevin Krause on May 4th, 2012 No Comments

HTC set out to create a device so desirable that consumers would immediately tag it as the “one” for them. So does the HTC One X live up to expectations? AT&T’s version of the device doesn’t carry the same quad-core Tegra 3 processor as its international cousin, but it’s hardly missed. The One X mixes [...]

NewTrent iTurbo IMP60D Portable Charger Review

by Quentyn Kennemer on May 2nd, 2012 No Comments

As much as I want to believe that the batteries inside my mobile devices are good enough for my needs, I often find myself in situations where I need to find a wall outlet as soon as possible. This is especially important at events when I need to constantly check my email and calendar to [...]

Galaxy Nexus Case Review: Cruzer Lite Clear TPU and Generic White Bumper [Video]

by Chris Chavez on April 30th, 2012 No Comments

When it comes to my Android devices, I have a tendency to treat them as if they were my babies. And not only because I would do whatever it takes to keep them safe, but I also find some kind of weird pleasure in dressing them up in various outfits to suit my mood. Whether [...]

My new favorite weather app: Weatherwise [App Review]

by Raveesh Bhalla on April 21st, 2012 No Comments

The little peek at the "Share to Google Drive" wasn’t the only good stuff that was on show during yesterday’s Android Developers’ Friday Apps Review. One of the three apps discussed, Weatherwise, really caught my attention. What does it do? As you’d expect, it provides the weather forecast for the locations of your choice. There’s [...]

[Rookie Review] Linwood Wine To-Go is my Week 1 Pick, Week 2 requests now open

by Raveesh Bhalla on April 16th, 2012 No Comments

Firstly, I’d like to apologize for the delay. I needed to give each app a decent run before making my choice, and as such did not want to rush into this post. Anyway, moving forward, the app that stood out for me from the various requests was Linwood Wine To-Go. Why? I believe the app, [...]

A short review of the $35 Aakash/Ubislate tablet

by Raveesh Bhalla on April 15th, 2012 No Comments

tl;dr: It’s a waste of money at even $35 When the Indian Government announced the $35 Android tablet, the Aakash, last year, heads turned. And although just about everyone expected it to be pretty bad, there were a few review reviews that said it’s not too shabby (*cough* Gadget Guru *cough*). I got a chance [...]

Introducing Rookie Review, for Newbie Developers

by Raveesh Bhalla on April 7th, 2012 No Comments

While we as users often revel in the growth of the Android Market/Google Play, proudly stating the 450,000+ apps available as a feature that no other platform, other than iOS, comes close to, the downside to this is the competition developers face to get their apps to the audience they deserve. While there isn’t quite [...]

ZTE Fury Review

by Kevin Krause on March 30th, 2012 No Comments

While most Android diehards would scoff at a device like the ZTE Fury, the Sprint handset offers proof that a quality Android experience can be delivered alongside affordable pricing. Launching for only $20 on contract, the Fury could be mistaken for something (slightly) pricier. A surprisingly good 5MP camera, snappy Qualcomm CPU, and Sprint ID [...]

Video Quickie: Affordable and Unique TPU/Hard Plastic Combo Case For The Epic 4G Touch

by Chris Chavez on March 23rd, 2012 No Comments

When it comes to my Android device. I think of it as my baby. Like any good mother, I want to keep it safe, and I find pleasure in dressing it up in various outfits (cases). Seeing how the last case for my Sprint Epic 4G Touch was feeling stale, I decided to shop around [...]

Powerbag Review – Juiced Up Bag For The Android Geek On-The-Go

by Chris Chavez on March 20th, 2012 No Comments

At this year’s CES, I had the pleasure of wandering into the Powerbag booth where I somehow managed to fall completely in love with their lineup of backpacks, slings and messenger bags, tailored for the geek-on-the-go. Before being exposed to the bags, I’ve heard all the hype I wanted to, and needless to say, I [...]

Apps I uninstalled this week – III

by Raveesh Bhalla on February 25th, 2012 No Comments

I guess you know you’ve got way too many apps installed on your phone/tablet if you can go three weeks since starting a series like this. Unlike the previous two occasions, when I focussed on tablet apps and phone apps separately, this week is going to be a mix. Box: The offer of 50GB free [...]

Samsung Galaxy Note Review [UPDATE: Now With Full Video Review]

by Chris Chavez on February 20th, 2012 No Comments

The Samsung Galaxy Note has long been the object of controversy in the mobile world. Ever since the device was officially announced last year at IFA, we’ve basically seen two camps form when it came to the Note — those that say it’s too big, and those that say it’s just right. And while we [...]

ASUS Transformer Prime Review

by Quentyn Kennemer on February 16th, 2012 No Comments

The ASUS Transformer Prime was the first quad-core Android tablet on the market and we’ve had quite a bit of time to play around with it. We’ll be taking a look at hardware, software and even the laptop dock that turns this Tegra 3 powerhouse into one of the most interesting netbooks you’ll ever see. [...]

Philips Fidelio Speakers For Android Devices Review [Video]

by Chris Chavez on February 14th, 2012 No Comments

When it comes to Android accessories, I’ve always been all about the wireless speakers. I love ‘em. For me, they’re the greatest things since sliced bread. In my quest for finding the best wireless speakers money (on a tight budget) can buy, I came across the Philips Fidelio line of Bluetooth wireless speakers, tailored made [...]

Motorola Droid 4 Review

by Kevin Krause on February 10th, 2012 No Comments

When the Motorola Droid hit the scene, the whole Android landscape changed. Since then the marquee device has fallen from the spotlight, but it’s back in a big way for the fourth installment. The Motorola Droid 4 continues to improve upon the design of the QWERTY-slider handset, upping the specs yet again and adding in [...]

Aviary gives you yet another photo-editing option

by Raveesh Bhalla on February 5th, 2012 No Comments

There are dozens of photo-editing options available in the Android Market (I probably have 7-8 installed in my phone). So when I learnt of Aviary releasing an Android version of their app, I wasn’t too interested in checking it out. I’ve only used it to edit one picture so far, and I’ll come back to [...]

HTC Rezound Review

by Kevin Krause on November 14th, 2011 No Comments

Video editing by Steve Albright The HTC Rezound is the first phone in the United States to offer Beats Audio technology after HTC paid a large sum to acquire the maker of high-end headphones. While the enhanced sound quality is definitely the phone’s major selling point, HTC didn’t skimp on other hardware elements. The phone [...]

Motorola DROID RAZR Review

by Quentyn Kennemer on November 11th, 2011 No Comments

Video editing by Gideon Dominick The Motorola DROID RAZR is the latest smartphone by the manufacturer for Verizon. Borrowing its name from the iconic feature phone series, the DROID RAZR revisits old roots while still enjoying new ones. Will we see this device as a perfect homage to the series or will tihs be just [...]

WIMM One Android Watch Reviewed, So Ugly It Actually Looks Great

by Rob Jackson on November 9th, 2011 No Comments

Our friend Chris Ziegler over at The Verge has just published his review of a new Android-based watch called the WIMM One. Smart watches are an intriguing product line since the purpose of actual watches have been diminished by mobile phones. The potential to act on behalf of both style and purpose gives smart watches [...]