Report: Facebook will unveil custom Android interface using proprietary camera and messaging apps

Facebook is hosting an Android-oriented event next week and speculation is sure to run wild. Reports emerging today may shed some light on what we can expect come April 4th. According to the most recent chatter, Facebook will unveil a custom version of Android with a focus on the social network?s apps and experience. Think of it like Facebook?s version of Amazon?s custom Kindle Fire UI. Based on Android, the new build will tie directly into a user?s Facebook profile, bringing interactions via the social network front and center. Facebook Messenger and a presumably Instagram-oriented camera will replace the stock Android implementations. The new OS experience will launch on an HTC-made phone, likely the Myst of rumors past, but could eventually...

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Dishonored Custom Xbox 360 Controller

By Conner Flynn on Friday 29th March 2013 2:32 pm in Gaming We?ve seen our share of customized Xbox controllers, but this Dishonored-inspired Xbox 360 controller is one of the best. It was designed by Devin Smith of End of Line Designs and this is not just some painting or skinning of the controller. It is a real work of art.As you can see, almost every component on the controller is custom: the buttons, the grips and even the Microsoft Xbox logo with the Dishonored symbol which looks like it lights up. The metal ?stitching? effect is awesome, but I wonder if it makes playing a pain. Great work Devin. This is a beauty of a controller. Source Ubergizmo No Comments � For More Information Click Here To Know More...

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Tasker app for Android on sale

Julie mentioned this app in her article on using NFC tags�and promised a followup review. Well at the moment it?s on sale on the Google Play Store�for $1.99. That?s 69% off it?s normal price of $6.49. I?ve played with Tasker and it?s a fantastic and powerful program allowing you to automate and manipulate all sorts of settings though it can be a bit complicated to wrap �your head around at times. �Well worth a look though if you want to extend �the functionality of your Android smartphone or tablet. No idea how long it will be on sale for so if you?re interested get on to it! Manipulate your Gmail from the Android notification bar HP announces the Slate 7, their new 7" Android tablet Android app spotlight : Friendcaster app for Facebook Android...

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Latest factory images posted for Sprint and Verizon?s Galaxy Nexus

For those that like to live life on the edge, it?s always good to have a backup plan. In the case of Android users, that comes in the form of an official factory image, which can be flashed to restore a phone to its original state should anything go awry. Considering the Nexus line of phones are intended as developer-friendly handsets, Google does its best to keep an up-to-date library of factory software for users. Now they have refreshed the list with the latest factory images for the Verizon and Sprint versions of the Galaxy Nexus. The Verizon (toro) factory image is build number JDQ39, based on Android 4.2.2. For Sprint (toroplus), the build is GA02 and Android version 4.2.1. If you own either device and do any sort of root work or...

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Charge your devices faster with the ChargeDr

by Janet Cloninger on March 29, 2013 � 1 comment in Cables, Batteries, News If you find that charging your USB-chargeable devices takes too long, you may be interested in the ChargeDr USB Charge Booster from Digital Innovations. �The ChargeDr uses an unspecified method of boosting the power from your computer?s USB port, so that a normal�5V, 0.5A-2.1A port always outputs�5V, up to 2.1A of power. �The ChargeDr is about the size of a normal USB flash drive, so it?s convenient to carry when you travel and are more likely to need a quick boost in power. �You just plug it in the USB port, and then plug your device?s cable into the ChargeDr. �Data at the Digital Innovations website shows that a 3rd-gen iPad can charge in about 340 minutes compared...

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Hands-on: PlayJam GameStick, the Android micro gaming console [VIDEO]

Android gaming is about to take off in a big way thanks to the the OUYA and PlayJam GameStick getting ready to enter into the mini-console war. Where as the OUYA is emphasizing a beefy NVIDIA GPU to keep graphics relatively console quality, the GameStick is focusing more on portability and the ability to take your Android games anywhere? provided you have access to a television. At the PlayJam booth, they were showing off both the developer kit (grey) and consumer versions of the GameStick (white) Successfully funded on Kickstarter in early February, GameStick hit way above their $100,000 goal, raising a whopping $647,000. The GameStick is about the size of a stick of gum, essentially an HDMI stick that nestles itself snugly inside it?s...

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Jelly Bean update now available for Samsung Epic 4G Touch

Sprint?s Galaxy S2 variant, the Samsung Epic 4G Touch, is the latest to receive an update to Android 4.1. Only available via Samsung Kies, the new software version has been assigned build number GB27. Sprint?s support page says due to file size the update is ?only available over-the-wire.? Users can expect the typical Jelly Bean treatment that has reached other version of the GS2, including such new features as Google Now and rich notifications. It comes skinned with Samsung?s TouchWiz interface. Users are reporting that the update is available for download and installation now. Epic 4G Touch users out there, let us know what you think! [via Sprint | Thanks for all who tipped us off!] About The Author Kevin Krause is a Contributing...

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NERF Strongarm Elite Blaster

by Edwin - on March 28th, 2013 We did take a look at a NERF shooter yesterday, but that did not really come with the kind of sustaining firepower as it holds only 3 darts in its ammo reserves. The thing is, the NERF Triad Elite has an advantage of an extremely long range ? we?re talking about being able to shoot up to 75 feet here, people! Well, for those who want something meatier, then you can settle for the $16.99 NERF Strongarm Elite Blaster, which also comes with a shooting range of up to 75 feet, and it will be able to splatter your target (if you are a good shot) with all 6 darts in rapid succession if the situation calls for it. Of course, the asking price is also higher than the Triad Elite, but that is to be expected when you get...

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HTC One Launches In The UK

By Roland Hutchinson on Thursday 28th March 2013 1:46 pm in Android, Technology News, Top News The HTC One is now available in the UK from a number of retailers, which include the Carphone Warehouse, dial a phone, Phones 4U, and more as well as a number of the various mobile carriers. The HTC One will features Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, and it features a 4.7 inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and 468 pixels per inch, processing is provided by a quad core 1.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor. Other specifications on the HTC One include 2GB of RAM and a choice of either 32GB or 64GB of built in storage, it also uses HTC?s new Ultrapixel camera and HTC?s custom HTC Sense 5 user interface. HTC?s Ultrapixel...

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iPhone 5S Release Date in June: Finally, A Credible Rumor

Apple hasn?t announced an iPhone 5S release date in June, but according to the latest rumor, a well connected Apple�manufacturer�is planning for a June iPhone 5S launch and release soon after. The iPhone 5S is rumored as the next iPhone to launch, and a new rumor claims Apple will announce the iPhone 5S in June. The leak focuses on a June launch, but the manufacturer is also claiming a June iPhone 5S release that their product will match up with. This would mean a June launch date and a release soon after, which could put the iPhone 5S back on stage at WWDC. This is the second iPhone 5S announcement rumor for June, but the first that comes from a trustworthy source. The original claim of the�iPhone�5S launch in June included the iPad 5 as...

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Google Play Movies and TV update brings info cards

Google has upgraded its Play Movies and TV app to bring info cards for select movies and TV shows. Users can pause the program and get information on actors, songs, directors, related films and more. I?m sure I?m not the only one to whip out my phone in the middle of a movie or TV show to check IMDB and get said information, so having that sort of stuff built into the app is a killer feature for many people. Other changes in today?s update include the ability to search across your own library and the Google Play Store at the same time, the ability to receive notifications for new episodes of TV shows you?ve bought, a new refresh button in the overflow menu, and availability in India. Get over to the Google Play Store and hit the download...

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Philips W832 Xenium Dual SIM Card

Philips Xenium W832 Dual SIM Card-with this philips Xenium w832 mobile phone then showed that qualified to be able to get as much excess that could be provided by the philips xenium w832 it?s like a big Battery Capacity 2400 mAh became more fun, because we can use xenium w832 longer, compared with when we use BlackBerry 10 or BlackBerry Curve 9220 certainly to Battery will quickly run out so that when we the mobile we should often charge Battery. This mobile phone using the Android operating system 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. For the processor, the original manufacturer of these windmill country pin dual core processor with 1 GHz speed MTK. Mobile is equipped with 8MP camera, 4 GB internal memory, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and microSD slot card....

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Microsoft Stores now offer Maingear Potenza Super Stock Gaming PC

By Shane McGlaun on Wednesday 27th March 2013 2:48 pm in PC Hardware Maingear has announced that one of its prebuilt gaming computers is now available at all Microsoft store locations around the country. The gaming computer is the Maingear Potenza Super Stock Gaming PC and it is available for $1599. Microsoft is offering the gaming machine in black only. The computer features an Intel Core i7-3770 processor operating at 3.4 GHz with Turtle Boost technology allowing it operate at up to 3.9 GHz. The machine is fitted with 16 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage, and a 30 GB SSD. The gaming computer runs Windows 8 and has an integrated DVD burner. An Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 video card with 2 GB of graphics memory handles graphics for the...

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MiiPC is a spanking new Kickstarter project

by Edwin - on March 27th, 2013 Another day, another interesting idea arrives on crowdsourcing website Kickstarter, and we have the MiiPC this time around. No, do not be mistaken that this could very well be some sort of computer that was developed by the folks over at Nintendo, after all, with the word ?Mii? in it, some folks could be fooled into thinking that way. The MiiPC was launched by Young Song , the founder of eMachines. Young hopes to be a positive yet disruptive force in the traditional PC market by rolling out the first family computer that is based on the Android platform, although he requires the help of Kickstarter and its backers to get the job done. The MiiPC has been priced from $89 as part of a Kickstarter early bird discount,...

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Fieldrunners 2 for Android coming this April, sign-up for the closed beta

Our friends at Subatomic Studios have just announced that the wildly popular Fieldrunners would finally be getting a sequel. It?s called Fieldrunners 2, natch, and it?s headed straight to Android at some point in April. Some lucky users won?t have to wait that long, though, because Subatomic is accepting applications to participate in a closed beta right now. The game, already available on iOS, is considered one of the best in the growing tower defense genre, and it features over 20 new levels ranging from desert-themed war grounds to lava-filled volcanoes. Some new weapons include a tower that launches killer bees, air strikes, mines, and more. They can tell you about all of the new game?s features better than I can, though, so take a look:...

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How to prevent your child from making in-app purchases on your iPad

Every day, I see stories about some person contacting the media to complain Apple wouldn?t reimburse them for in-app purchases their kids made on an iPad. �You see people complaining about charges of a couple hundred dollars to well over $1000 made in a 10 minute period. �The latest story I?ve been seeing is about a British policeman who actually reported his own 13-year old son for fraud for running up a��3,700 (about $5614) bill on his iPad. �See The Inquisitr?s website for the full story. �In the story,�Doug Crossan claims his son didn?t understand he was making purchases, and he thinks Apple should forgive this huge bill. �Since Apple refused, Crossan reported his kid for fraud, not because he wants to get his child in legal hot water,...

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