When Google first came to market with the Android mobile operating system one of the company’s strategies behind the open source software was to make it available to not only programmers but also phone manufacturers. This would help to expand their exposure and growth in the quickly emerging market. And this is why you can […]
Samsung Gear 360: Live Caption Camera Priced Prior to Launch
Even without a specific launch date for Samsung’s Gear 360, the price has already been established. This virtual reality camera will have a launch price of $349, a whopping $150 higher than the 360-degree camera offered by LG. However, considering the incredible functionality of this innovative camera, few doubt the price will stop people from […]
Android Marshmallow Gaining Momentum
Compared to what was posted last month, the number of uptakes for Android Marshmallow have doubled. Finally, this new Google mobile software is being taken seriously. According to analysts, Android Marshmallow 6.0 has reached its highest peak to date. After first being released in November of 2015, Marshmallow showed very little growth. Now with the […]
Want A More Efficient Android Launcher? Check out ASAP Launcher
The benefit of an Android device is that you have so many apps and tools at your fingertips thanks to the open source Android API. This means that if you feel you need a specific tool or application, there is a good chance that someone else has also had the same feeling and, more importantly, […]
Google Brings Translation Feature and other Features to Google Now On Tap Services
Google has recently introduced a new Now On Tap service that is already getting a keen upgrade. The list of features continues to grow as far as this service’s options but you can now add diverse translation services to its pallet. Yes, Android users can now translate foreign text on any screen—in both mobile apps […]
Google Sees Virtual Reality as Paving the Way for Augmented Reality
When it comes to hot technical topics heard around the world, most experts agree that virtual reality is the next big thing. Over the past several years, virtual reality has become a major focus for corporations including Google. In fact, there are numerous content providers and manufacturers already considering different opportunities for bringing their virtual […]
Two New Flagship Handsets Unveiled by Huawei
Huawei unveiled two new flagship handsets in London. China’s Huawei, which is the third largest maker of smartphones, co-branded with Leica to deliver the 5.2-inch P9 and 5.5-inch P9 Plus. Although both Android phones are loaded with innovative features, the one that stands out is the dual lenses located on the rear of the device. […]
Check Point Security Investigates Chinese Advertiser Behind Hummingbad Android Malware
A Chinese group has engineered an Android-based malware campaign that may have ensnared as many as 85 million Android devices and, more importantly, generating an estimated $1 million every three months. According to security software and services Check Point, the Yingmob gang—which they have been watching for five months—is sophisticated, well-staffed, and extremely profitable. The […]
Qualcomm Snapdragon Vulnerability Could Lead to Brute-Force Android Breach
On the cusp of the new Android N (Nougat) OS update release, it turns out there is a full disk encryption breach which can be broken through brute force. It can also take immense patience, but a determined hacker may be able to strip away, layer by layer, the encryption protections on all smartphones powered […]