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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 29, 2010
The popular Dolphin Browser HD got an update recently, and there's an interesting tidbit in the changelog (thanks again, Google, for adding that). The line in question is "Fix UI compa...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 26, 2010
If you've patiently been waiting for a better way to remotely admin Windows, Linux or Mac computers from your Android device, then this week brings some great news for you all. Team Viewer has finally...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 23, 2010
If you're a fan of the OpenFeint social gaming network, today's your lucky day: Eight new games have been added to the Android arsenal. They are:Jet Car Stunts (True Axis) – Coming Soon!MUS...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Nov 23, 2010
Skyfire has announced the latest version of its cross-platform web browser -- Skyfire 3.0, complete with a new SkyBar designed for social networking. You have programs like RockMelt browser and ...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 19, 2010
Big things happening for AppBrain today -- they've just released v5 of their Android app for users to download. The release, while improved, does have a few caveats with it though as noted on the AppB...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Nov 19, 2010
Chase has released its mobile banking application for Android, and it seems to have been worth the wait. If you're like me and have been using Chase's less-than-stellar mobile site, or trying yo...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 19, 2010
Here's an update on where we stand on Comcast's rollout of its Android applications, and unfortunately we're the bearers of bad news. Looks like the Xfinity TV app (see our initial look here)&nb...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 18, 2010
Adobe Reader -- Adobe's official pdf reader -- got itself a little update recently. Here's what's new: Tablet supportOpen PDF Portfolios & Password protected PDF filesText searchView mode &nd...
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by Menno
Nov 18, 2010
If the Christmas music on the radio station didn't tip you off, the busiest shopping season is just around the corner. In nine days parents across the country will be lining up outside of ...
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by Menno
Nov 18, 2010
This is a nice update for our readers down in Australia. As of today, you can use Google Maps to give you free turn by turn navigation on your Android device providing it's running Android...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 18, 2010
For those of you not running the latest and greatest Android smartphone but still have a hankering for some Angry Birds, fear not -- a "lite" version of the game is in the works. In a b...
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by Kyle Gibb
Nov 17, 2010
HTC's custom Windows-only syncing application, HTC Sync, has just been updated to version 3.0. Big changes include:Support for groups in ContactsCalendar syncing for up to 1 year in advance...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 17, 2010
As we get closer and closer to the unveiling of Android 2.3 Gingebread, let's look back at one Google app that seems to have fallen by the wayside. Google Listen is the podcatcher of choice for a lot...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 16, 2010
If you're a hardcore Dropbox user like most of us here at Android Central, then you should already have this update. But just in case you're not yet on board the Dropbox train, now is as good a time a...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 16, 2010
Update: Not so much. The app's been pushed to January.This morning we showed you the first shots of the Android version of Comcasts's Xfinity app, but we didn't have a date for when it may be re...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Nov 16, 2010
Lookout, the popular cross-platform mobile security solution, has announced the availability of Lookout Premium -- the advanced version with extra features like the privacy advisor, remote lock and wi...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 16, 2010
Waiting on the Comcast Xfinity Android app and tired of seeing it on the iPhone and iPad? No worries. We've got you covered. Here it is running on the venerable Sprint Hero. We're told it's plenty sn...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 15, 2010
Google Maps just got itself a little update to Version 4.7. And as you can see above, you can now rate plates (as in Google Places) to get personalized recommendations, and add a widget to your ...
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by Andrew Melnizek
Nov 15, 2010
Here in the states, we are about a week-and-half away from one of largest shopping days in America: Black Friday. The day after people stuff their faces with Turkey, crowds of people bum rush retailer...
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by Menno
Nov 15, 2010
Pulse, a popular news reader by Alphonso Labs, is now available for the low, low cost of free on your Android smartphone. Pulse allows you to select up to 20 feeds and arrange them in an image-...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 12, 2010
If you're a frequent Foursquare user you'll want to check in to the Android Market to grab the latest update. The changelog indicates some minor fixes with being able to add and accept friends as well...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Nov 12, 2010
Facebook for Android just received an update, bringing higher resolution picture uploads, improved Places usage for non-English locales, and always welcomed bugfixes. Sorry, still no Facebook ch...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 12, 2010
After a good amount of time being tested under a "beta" tag, Tether for Android has finally been released. While we all know that the tethering option does come included on some devices, Tet...
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by Phil Nickinson
Nov 11, 2010
For those of you looking longingly at your friends on Verizon as they Bing their way through the day, take note. If you find yourself constantly asking "How can I get that wonderful Bing De...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 11, 2010
A lot of folks have signed up for the Rhapsody beta test, and now version 2.0 is available for all in the Android Market. Rhapsody has been trying to work out any kinks within the app itself and thus ...
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by Jerry Hildenbrand
Nov 11, 2010
Fuze Box has announced its Fuze Meeting software, designed for tablets, that brings virtual conferencing to Android. Fuze Meeting already exists for Android phones, as well as Apple and BlackBer...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 11, 2010
Aside from Angry Birds, I can only think of one other game that is as much fun (see: addictive) and that game is Doodle Jump. If you've been waiting for Doodle Jump to go on sale before you took the p...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 10, 2010
If you're a fan of video calling and have yet to try out Tango, now is a pretty good time to give it a look. The cross-platform video calling app was just updated in the Android Market. The two ...
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by Chris Parsons
Nov 10, 2010
If you like to spend your days perusing YouTube videos then the latest Google offering, YouTube Remote might be of interest. As described on the YouTube Blog: YouTube Remote creates a virtual connecti...
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by Menno
Nov 10, 2010
Itching to get the Wall Street Journal on your Android device? If you have a Galaxy Tab, you can. In an unusual move, the Journal released an app for Android tablets before/without h...
