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Flipboard alternatives for social Android news junkies

Flipboard has been a mainstay on iOS devices for about two years, only now making its way to Android through an exclusive launch on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S III. While a leaked APK made Flipboard unofficially available for all Android users, there’s no telling how long it will take Flipboard ... Full Article »

May 16, 2012 11:15am

Action-packed retro style games for Android

I grew up running to the arcade and pumping quarters into video games. I have no idea how much I spent, but it was a lot of fun. I can still remember getting cramps in my thumbs and wrists when the track ball was first introduced. Slowly but surely, a lot of those old video games are now making the ... Full Article »

May 10, 2012 6:30am

Essential apps for rooted Android devices (and those about to root)

Rooting your Android device unlocks some of its inner potential. Manufacturers and carriers commonly offer their own Android skins and apps, but if you want to run a custom ROM (or skin) and perhaps even rid the device of apps you don’t want or need, rooting is the way to go. Rooting can often lea ... Full Article »

May 10, 2012 6:30am

Be ready for Mother’s Day with these Android apps

Even if you reassure your mother daily of your undying appreciation for all she’s done, there’s one day you just can’t skip out on: Mother’s Day. Make mom feel like the special woman she is, with the help of a few Android apps. From ordering flowers to whipping up a home-cooked meal, nothing ... Full Article »

May 8, 2012 6:30am

Share and filter videos with these Viddy alternatives for Android

Many consider Viddy to be the “Instagram of video-sharing.” With 16 million users already on tap (including Mark Zuckerberg’s dog) and plenty of funding, perhaps it has a good shot. Already popular on iOS, we’re still awaiting its release on Android. But until Viddy comes around, here are a ... Full Article »

May 2, 2012 6:30am

Honor Earth Day with these green Android apps

We used to simply plant a tree on Earth Day, but in the era of battery-zapping smartphones, increasing carbon emissions and power-hungry home electronics, it seems all the more poignant that we turn to Android apps in search of ways to cherish Mother Earth. Whether you’re looking for a way to cut ... Full Article »

April 19, 2012 6:30am

Refresh spring cleaning with these Android apps

As the snow melts and the days get longer, you look around the house and realize it’s time for a purge. Shelves have gotten dusty, closets need to make way for warm-weather wardrobes and the whole house could use a breath of fresh, spring air. While spring cleaning may have been a daunting task gr ... Full Article »

April 10, 2012 6:30am

Simple yet challenging puzzle games for Android

I love a good puzzle. I’m pretty sure puzzle games are one of the most popular game types for Android mobile devices. It is always a good thing to give your brain a workout, plus it’s a nice change of pace from many of the first person shooters, zombie attacks or sim-type games. In addition to ... Full Article »

April 8, 2012 6:30am

Tax season is a breeze with these Android apps

Most of you have just received your tax documents from your employer in the past week, so now it’s time to get to the good stuff: your tax refund. There’s dozens of Android apps to help you along the way, from tax calculators to tracking services and other resources. Living in the smartphone era ... Full Article »

April 8, 2012 6:30am

Don’t Passover these handy Android apps

Let me level with you. The available apps for Android concerning the Jewish festival of Passover pale in comparison to those on iOS. Let’s hope that changes in the future. In the meantime, there are still a few useful apps out there that can teach you what you need to know about Pesach, the Seder ... Full Article »

April 5, 2012 5:30pm


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