Three major cable channels are now streaming directly to Android devices. A&E, The History Channel, and The Lifetime Network have all released streaming apps in the Google Play Store. These apps allow streaming of full episodes and movies without any cable subscription required Streaming is on the rise, as is “cord cutting” (dropping the cable…
Hipster Zombies -Shoot Pabst Cans at the Ironic Undead!
Sharkbomb’s recently released mobile game might be the ultimate stress reliever. Hipster Zombies pits you against huge mobs of hipsters who constantly attack, new wave after new wave. You’ll defend your side of the screen from your arrogant attackers in a similar way to Plants Vs. Zombies. Oh, and they’re zombies too, so it’s OK…
Verizon Eyeing Acquisition of Canadian Carrier Wind Mobile
Verizon is looking to expand its network north of the U.S., according to a report from Bloomberg. Verizon is eyeing the acquisition of Canadian carrier Wind Mobile. The purchase of Wind Mobile isn’t the only option Verizon is looking at for its expansion north, according to Verizon spokesman Bob Varettoni. Varettoni stated, “We constantly evaluate…
Rockmelt, the literal Internet browser, comes to Android
Rockmelt, formerly a social web browser, has a new product and goal after deciding to ditch the browser project back in April. Its new aim is for total content consumption and Android users will finally be able to dig in thanks to the release of Rockmelt on Android today. Rockmelt’s mission is to help people…
Nokia to stream July 11th event, may introduce 41MP Lumia Windows Phone handset
Nokia is holding a press event on July 11th in New York City, and the star of the show is expected to be a 41-megapixel Lumia handset with PureView technology. The Finnish handset maker is doing all it can to stir up this speculation with several teases that hint at this powerhouse camera phone, hich has…
Boost Mobile to Offer The LG Optimus F7 on June 27th for $299.99
Boost Mobile is expanding its 4G LTE options by announcing the launch of the LG Optimus F7 on their pre-paid network. The device will be available on June 27th for $299.99, and will take advantage of Sprint’s ever-growing 4G LTE network. “The LG Optimus F7 is the ideal smartphone for customers looking for a premium,…
Verizon discounting the Droid DNA and Incredible 4G LTE to make room for the HTC One
According to Droid-Life, Verizon Wireless is kicking off a fire sale to move its existing inventory of the Droid DNA and the Incredible 4G LTE. The phones are now labeled “close out” and inventory of the two models will not be replenished as units are sold. At this time, no other handset is slated to…
Mobile Home: The driving tool that gives Siri a true purpose
Driving while using your phone is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous ways to cause an accident. So automakers have put a huge emphasis on preventing such unfortunate situations, as car models are now leaving the lot with Bluetooth built-in to let folks use their phone hands-free. Unfortunately, for the millions of people who…
HBO GO, ESPNWatch Now Available on Apple TV
Apple TV users will soon be able to watch their favorite HBO shows on the device, as Apple has announced the availability of HBO Go and WatchESPN. Also available for Apple TV are content providers Sky News, Crunchyroll and Qello, who provide live news and sports programming. HBO GO and WatchESPN are some of the…
Google should acquire Canonical and merge Ubuntu with Android
Ubuntu could easily emerge as a force to reckon with in the mobile industry. Perhaps a stand-alone Ubuntu platform won’t succeed (cause it lacks major backers), but Ubuntu for Android definitely has a chance. Just imagine using your regular Android smartphone as a full-blown Linux computer when you connect it to a bigger screen. Powerful…