Elements Battle 1.0.8

- New Treasure Chests game mode – hack the locks and get a lot of gold coins
- You need to have an Internet connection to play the game
- Lower energy cost for the monsters’ re-appearance, lower energy costs at the higher levels
Overview:
A young disciple of the elements must take on an epic journey to retrieve missing objects at the behest of his master, Director Fiaryntus. As our hero embarks on this journey he is tasked with confronting all manner of creatures to procure these lost items.

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Fruited 1.3.5

- Fixed the flicker issue during fruit rotations & other animations.
- Few other improvements are done.
Overview:
*** Top puzzle game of iPhone now in Android for free, Enjoy! ***
Awesome puzzle game with addictive gameplay and online game scores. Fruited for Android has several new features with fully upgraded graphics & animations.
If you have got bored with similar games or if you want more funnier and entertaining match puzzle game, Fruited is here for you.

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Guns 4 Hire 1.4.4

No recent changes.

Overview:
There are an estimated SEVEN BILLION people on Earth, a HUNDRED MILLION black market weapons, TEN MILLION bad guys, and against it all… FOUR ass-kicking, money-hungry mercs! Command the toughest squad in the world while taking on crime lords and corrupt dictators in this ruthless bullet-fest!
When no one else can help, it’s time to call in… GUNS 4 HIRE!!

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Yumby Smash 1.4

Fun and challenging missions!
Achievements galore!
All new PowerUp and Yumby discount specials
Overview:
BREAK, SMASH, and BLOW STUFF UP!
Rocket through 90 diabolically fun levels filled with monsters & traps. Use your special powers to blast through blocks and defeat enemies. Create your own levels and play them with friends!

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Shift It 1.1.3

Optimize levels
Bonus levels become easy to unlock
Overview:
Shift It, the sliding puzzle game like none other on Android! Originally designed, a two dimensional Rubik’s Cube (Magic Cube) with 300 challenges!
There’s no shortage of quick and fun puzzle games on Android, and Shift It still stands out as a great one.

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Skype officially adds video messaging feature to its service

Last December, a change in Skype’s terms of service hinted that a new video messaging feature was going to be introduced soon. Now, it looks like the feature has been officially rolled out to the apps on Android and iOS.

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iPhone 5 ahead of Samsung Galaxy S3 in web traffic, but only by a whisker

We know that most of you like to focus on the positives when it comes to the Android vs iOS “war”, but you probably remember one particular battle the iPhone 5 easily won against the Samsung Galaxy S3 last fall.

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On the Firefox origin of Chrome OS

You read the title right. Chrome OS has its roots in Mozilla Firefox, according to former Google employee Jeff Nelson. He has recently blogged about how the operating system came to be and shared some interesting facts, the first of which is that the then new operating system was not exactly built from scratch but was actually a barebones Linux distro.

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100 Doors of Revenge 1.0.4

-Updated level 16 (100%)
Overview:
★★The sequel of the one of the most popular puzzle game 100 Doors 2013★★
This is absolutely new improved and very addictive game in this kind.
More logical and user friendly game will hook you at the start!
Features:
↗ 40 Doors
↗ Addicting mini puzzles!
↗ Complete utilization of your devices features!

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Google Now helps you become a better cook by showing recipes

From showing restaurant recommendations (above) to recipes

Google Now hasn’t stopped bringing the goodies out. A few days ago, not only did we get the oft-requested home screen and lock screen widget, but new cards were also introduced, such as movie passes from Fandango, movie ratings from Rotten Tomatoes, real estate listings from Zillow, and NCAA basketball support.

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Trigger gesture launcher app now available for download on Google Play

Due to the most recent advancements in the world of consumer electronics and technology, tactile buttons are slowly but surely going the way of the dodo. Touch-based control is where it’s at. And thankfully, tapping, poking, and swiping are not the best options for “touching” that human beings can do.

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Another Samsung Galaxy S4 benchmark emerges, plus a couple of Picasa photos

What, did you really think that, just because it was the weekend, Samsung’s Galaxy S4 was going to take a break from its rumor bonanza? Well, guess again, because “the next big thing” (you know, the one that isn’t actually here yet) is today capturing the headlines with not one, but two new leaks.

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Hambo 1.1.6

New version of Hambo is out!
- Removed Openfeint
Overview:
Hambo the war hero needs help rescuing his best friend Bacon from the enemy’s evil clutches! Make use of your deadly arsenal and destroy those who dare to oppose Hambo on his noble rescue mission. Now’s the time to eradicate injustice in this dangerous battlefield.

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Spider Solitaire 2.1.2

Bug fixes.
Overview:
The #1 Spider Solitaire game on the iPhone is now available for Android.
From MobilityWare, the makers of the most popular free Spider Solitaire game in the iTunes App store on the iPhone, iPod, and iPad. Best game play of any Spider Solitaire app.! A truly solitary experience!

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Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. for Android to bring virtual pet ownership back in style

Up for a solid dose of nostalgia this weekend? Then turn off Airplane Mode, head on to Google Play, and get a copy of a new app called Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. installed on your Android device of choice right now. For those that don’t know – come on, really? – Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. is an app that is based on the “tamagotchi” virtual pets which became wildly popular in the 90s.

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LG Optimus L5 II E450 coming to Asia, Europe, and North America soon

Like many other big name electronic device makers, LG has been very busy now that Mobile World Congress 2013 is just around the corner. It recently announced three new handsets as part of its Android-powered L Series range, namely the Optimus L3 II, Optimus L5 II, and Optimus L7 II, and it is expected to showcase all three before this month is over.

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Galaxy S4 release date set for March, according to Korean analyst firm

That’s right, folks, the Galaxy S4 rumor mill is churning out more rumors and leaks and today we’re looking at a supposedly leaked document coming from a South Korean research company that suggests the flagship device will be launched in March.

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Is Google building retail stores?

We tend to hear this off-and-on, but it’s mostly speculative that Google should build retail stores. We all love having a place to go and geek-out about Android and all things Google, but Android Authority has been your go-to source for that! Well, dreams do come true, and if the rumors are true… you’ll be able to go to an actual Google store by year’s end.

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Ubuntu for phones dev preview slated for February 21 release

We already know that the release date for Ubuntu mobile OS is set sometime in late February. Today, Canonical has at last marked a specific date, February 21, as the moment when its Touch Developer Preview of Ubuntu will have its images and open source code finally available to test on Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4 smartphones.

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SugarSync 2.0 now available, sports refreshing design

SugarSync 2.0 is finally here! After months of tinkering in beta state, the cloud storage and file sync app has been released for public availability and shows off a major redesign that, unlike the old version, befits the modern style of the smartphone era. The developers have been working hard to accomplish such a feat without compromising the app’s power and flexibility.
Besides the visual makeover, SugarSync 2.0 has a chock-full of features:

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WhatsApp for Android beta APK adds Holo user interface for all

Ever had a problem with certain apps not looking like the rest of the operating system they are installed on? Some apps are notorious for this, looking like they were released for much older versions of Android with the developers not bothering to update them at all.

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Google shares results from Glass Foundry

You remember the Glass Foundry, right? Those were the events held in San Francisco and New York in which developers were invited to come and check out Google Glass. They got to spend a few days wearing, testing, and giving feedback about the much anticipated new “device”.

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Samsung releases Galaxy S2 Jelly Bean source code

Great news for all of you Galaxy S2 owners out there, as Samsung has released the Jelly Bean source code for the popular device this week. International devices have already started receiving the OTA download, with domestic unlocked devices expected to be prompted soon. If you have a carrier-subsidized device, it may be best to not hold your breath. We all know how carriers love to take their sweet time supporting devices (I’m looking at you, Verizon).

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Purchases made on Google Play disclose users’ personal info to app devs

Google is again under attack for its apparent mishandling of its users’ personal information. Not so long after Microsoft criticized the Search giant’s treatment of email contents of its Gmail users, a new privacy issue has surfaced all over the Internet: too much customer information is shared to app developers.

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Nexus 7 32GB bundle includes ear buds and $30 Visa Gift card for just $260

Thinking about finally get your hands on the Nexus 7? If so, you might want to head over to Ebay. Right now you can snag a 32GB Nexus 7, a $30 Visa gift card and some earphones for just $259.
Initially, that’s ten dollars more than you will find the 32GB Nexus 7 via Google Play, but when you factor in the included gift card and Xtreme Noise Isolation earbuds, this is a pretty great deal. To top it off, the shipping is free as well.

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Rhino Shield, the latest awesome Kickstarter campaign

You drop your phone, I drop my phone, we all drop our phones. We’re clumsy, forgetful and just downright careless. So, should we start acting our age and taking care of our toys? Not a chance! We’ll just protect our stuff from us, which is the aim of a new Kickstarter project, Rhino Shield.

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Second Apple’s lawsuit against Samsung could be put on hold

In the ongoing saga of Apple versus Samsung, it seems there could be a solution to this mess earlier than expected. We are all aware of the $1 billion verdict in Apple’s favor, and the subsequent request by Apple to have those Samsung products in question banned. There was also a lesser-discussed matter regarding search technology pertaining to Siri, which makes the scope of a second Apple patent suit against Samsung.

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Bump app receives update, allows sharing files between phone and PC

What used to be a file-sharing app solely between mobile phones now works with computers too. Bump, an app that lets users transmit files by simply doing the titular act of bumping their mobile devices together, has announced on its blog that its Web version has been updated to be fully compatible with computers.

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Chameleon on a smartphone? Chameleon on a smartphone.

If you don’t know about the Chameleon launcher for tablets, you should really check it out. Chameleon turns your tablet into a widget machine, with clean lines and a very sexy look. Until now, your tablet was the only thing that could be this cool, but we’ve found a YouTube video showing Chameleon on a smartphone!

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Cordy Sky 17608

Adds support for the Nexus 4
Overview:
Welcome to Cordy Sky, brought to you by SilverTree Media, the team behind the #1 hit games Cordy and Sleepy Jack!
On his journey to Planet 2, Cordy crash lands on a mysterious sky planet, where he meets a stranded robot named Volt. Together they take to the sky to refuel their rocket ship and head toward undiscovered planets!

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Bomb Destroyer 1.0.7

-Fixed Bugs
Overview:
An awesome and exciting physical puzzle game -from the creators of Feed ME!
★★★★★ “great game,it is the best physical puzzle game in Google play” -BIAA
★★★★★ “bomb expert,this game is brilliant keep up the good work,5 stars” – John
To be a great bomb expert ?

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Sony Xperia Z landing in Germany on February 21, soon after in Sweden

Who’s up for a new batch of Sony Xperia Z/ZL availability updates? Yes, new, as in different from the UK story reported earlier today, the Canadian and the Irish/Finnish/Australian ones from yesterday and the German one from two days ago.
This time the Z is alone in the spotlight, but that’s understandable. After all, as far as we know, the Xperia ZL is not due to land anywhere until April.

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Kingdom Royale 1.1.3

[Kingdom Royale Update]
Patch Notes:
1. Minor bugs fixed
Thanks for playing Kingdom Royale!
Contact GAMEVIL Inc. @
Tips & Tricks: http://iphone.gamevil.com
Facebook: http://facebook.com/gamevil
Twitter: http://twitter.com/gamevil

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Verizon’s Samsung Galaxy S3 isn’t as global as first believed

When Verizon released the Samsung Galaxy S3 last year, a much-touted “feature” was the fact that the device would work as a global phone, i.e. you could use the smartphone with a local SIM outside the U.S., without having to depend on international roaming services from Verizon and incur the incredibly high charges associated with it. But is the Samsung Galaxy S3 from Verizon the global phone we all believe it is? Not exactly.

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Sony already working on next flagship phone – the Full HD Android 4.2-based C680X

Sony’s latest spearhead, the Xperia Z, hasn’t even enjoyed a proper global release yet, but there might already be a new high-ender on the horizon to join the Xperia family. A mysterious “unrecognized device” with the C6802 model number has been spotted performing an HTML5 test and is most likely going to land in the second half of this year.

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Is Nokia looking to dump Samsung because of a conflict of interests?

The worst kept industry secret is that Apple is slowly but surely ditching Samsung as its component supplier due to the animosity between the two companies. Before Apple took Samsung to court about copying the iPhone, Apple was Samsung’s biggest component customer. Since the argument between the two, Apple has stopped buying batteries and displays from Samsung and is reducing the amount of memory it buys from the Korean electronics giant.

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Google’s new Nexus 4 store locator aims to help you track down the phone easier

Even if Nexus 4’s limited supply issues have technically come to a happy ending, it’s still not very easy to track the sneaky little devil. The US Play Store has both the 8 and 16 GB versions in stock, but shipping seems to take a while, not to mention you could see that cursed “out of stock” message pop up anytime.

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Running Fred 1.6.2

- Crash at startup on some devices were fixed.
- New Endless Stakes World
- New Character
- Traps have been fine-tuned
- Performance and stability improvements
Overview:
The anticipated sequel to Falling Fred is here!
Fred is back with a new host of painful antics, awesome acrobatic/desperate moves, special items and uber-cool locations.

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HTC One pictured in black, February 19 is nearing

You didn’t really think the HTC One rumor-fest ended already, did you? Good, because neither did we. Even if, after hearing about US release dates and pricing, there wasn’t much to be revealed. Or so it seemed.

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Samsung Galaxy S4 for Verizon (SCH-I545) gets benchmarked, has 1.9 GHz CPU inside

HTC looked in terrific strategic form when scheduling the London/NY twin unveiling events of the One (aka M7) for February 19, but we’re starting to think that won’t be enough to steal the spotlight from Samsung.

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Leaked Galaxy Watch screenshots show device running Samsung Altius / Altios OS, not Android

After having talked about an unconfirmed Galaxy S4 family member yesterday, supposedly a Samsung smartwatch (the Galaxy Watch?), we now have the first set of leaked images of the device, or better said of its OS.

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U.S. HTC One release date and pricing for AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile reportedly leaked

A few weeks ago the international release date for the HTC One (M7) was leaked – March 8 – and now it looks like we have a launch date for the U.S. market as well.
U.S. HTC fans will apparently get the phone a couple of weeks after international buyers, with March 22 being the rumored launch date for the HTC One. The device will be available with all the four major carriers in the country, although HTC Source only mentioned AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile in its report.

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Galaxy S4 mini launch reportedly to start in May

It was only yesterday that we heard the Galaxy S4 family of products actually contains up to three distinct products, the Galaxy S4, the Galaxy S4 mini and what seems to be a Samsung smartwatch.
According to that report, the first two devices appear to be confirmed and now we have a new story from the same Source detailing launch plans for the Galaxy S4 mini.

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Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. 1.0

No recent changes.

Overview:
“This App is released for the United States and Canada”
It’s Tamagotchi’s Sweet 16 this year and we’re giving you the gift!
Bandai has created the first ever Tamagotchi L.i.f.e. App, based on the original virtual pet, and it’s yours, FREE!
It’s just like the virtual pet you loved, only better; its in COLOR, features more characters and higher resolution and a place to keep your Tamagotchi collection.

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Nvidia Tegra 4 SoC to ship only in July, Shield release pushed to September

The Sony Xperia Z and Xperia ZL stole the show at this year’s CES, but one of the highlights of the event was also the announcement of the Nvidia Tegra 4 SoC, featuring four cores (plus a companion core) based on ARM’s latest Cortex A15 technology, and a 72-core GPU (!).

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Rumor: Archos to release three Android smartphones and an 11.6-inch tablet

Archos 97 Titanium HD

Guess what your favorite PMP budget Android tablet maker is up to? If rumor is to be believed, Archos is about to make its debut in the already-crowded but still attractive Android smartphone market. That’s not all, as it’s reportedly readying a super-sized tablet as well.

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Qualcomm reveals Quick Charge 1.0, hints at faster charging technology in the works

Qualcomm announced via its blog on Feb. 14 that some of its Snapdragon chips in devices have a new technology they call Quick Charge 1.0. This charging technology makes devices charge 40% faster than they normally would.

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Sweden has the world’s fastest 4G LTE network, US lagging behind at eighth place

According to a study conducted by UK based network testing firm OpenSignal, Sweden was the first country to introduce an LTE network. Sweden was ranked first place with having the world’s fastest LTE network coming in at 22.1Mbps. The study pointed out that the US was the second country to introduce an LTE network, but is placed eighth in terms of bandwidth provided coming in at a measly 9.6Mbps.

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Galaxy S4 sales to reach 100 million, production may affect Apple supply chain analyst says

A few weeks ago we heard that Samsung may be planning to sell up to 10 million Galaxy S4 units per month once the new flagship device is launched, and today we have an analyst pretty much confirming that number.
According to a note send by Jefferies & Company analyst Peter Misek to investors, Samsung plans to produce 100 million Galaxy S4 units, which would make the device the most popular Android handset ever, beating all previous Galaxy S versions, not that we’d be surprised by that.

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OMG: Samsung just launched a feature phone in India that looks like a GS3

Samsung has just done something they haven’t done in what feels like a century or two, they’ve announced a new family of feature phones. That’s right, feature phones. If you want to stop reading this article, feel free, we totally understand.

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