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Dolphin V11 brings new mobile browsing experience to Android

There are numerous web browsers for Android but only a few deliver fast mobile browsing. Dolphin, one of the best Mobile Web Browsers for Android, was recently updated with new features and some bug fixes. Its developer added a Search engine option and support for multiple-thread downloads.



Dolphin V11.2.3 has improved the Right-To-Left support to more interfaces. Big issues have been fixed as well, including error on inputting works on search box, emoticons not showing then posting on Facebook, and error in choosing file to upload on some websites. The problems of incorrect naming when downloading files and issues with Facebook have already been fixed too.


The mobile browser for Android can now do Gestures, allowing the user to access web by simply creating a gesture or symbol. The Sonar feature allows voice control to search, bookmark favorite sites, navigate, and share on social networks. With the One-tap Share, you can tweet, post to Facebook, and save files directly to Box or Evernote with a single tap. Meanwhile, Tabbed browsing allows you to toggle between screens as if you are browsing on a desktop.


Just like a desktop browser, Dolphin now allows Add-ons for different tasks. Such add-ons can enhance mobile Interner browsing. To save bookmarks and passwords, sync history, open tabs easily, there’s the Dolphin Connect feature. Other basic features include custom themes and wallpapers and adding your favorite sites to the home screen.


Still not convinced that the Dolphin for Android is worthy to be installed? The web browser app also allows WiFi Broadcast so you can share links with people on your WiFi network or are nearby.


Download Dolphin V11.2.3 from the Google Play Store.


SOURCE: Dolphin





Anki Drive race gaming soon to support Android devices

Anki Drive is the new generation of remote control car racing. A lot of Gen X-ers grew up with remote control cars, helicopters and planes being top-of-the-line in toy technology, but we are a long ways into the future from those days. Enter Anki Drive, a race car gaming combo which brings together mobile gaming, bleeding edge wireless technology, and robotics into one awesome mashup. Even better, it’s coming to Android really soon.



Anki Drive racing was exclusive to iOS devices for the longest time now, but the manufacturers and the brains behind the racing game had to bring it over to Android at some point in time – and that time is in October, as announced on the Anki Drive website by Hanns Tappeiner, co-founder of Anki Drive. He specifically mentioned that support was coming to “select Samsung devices”, so we’ll just have to wait which those would be.


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What is Anki Drive? Well, that’s kind of complicated to explain in one go – but it basically is your good old remote control racing with some mobile gaming aspects. Think of the power-ups you got when playing Mario Kart on your Nintendo 64 and you will have an idea of what we’re talking about. Also, you can upgrade your cars via the mobile app, and the car “grows” into maturity as you get better and win more races, collecting more upgrade points. That’s basically it, but let this Tech Crunch hands-on video show you more.




From the looks of it, it does seem a bit exciting – although you have to purchase the starter kit to start racing Anki Drive cars. We’re assuming that support will come to the Samsung Galaxy S4 and S5, and maybe the Galaxy Note 3 and Note 4. These are all speculations at this point, so let’s wait for October to roll in and Anki Drive to make the official announcements.


SOURCE: Anki Drive, video from Tech Crunch





Verizon rolls out 4G LTE-enabled Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5

More good news from Verizon: the 4G LTE versions of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 is now available. The Android tablet that boasts of a super high-resolution screen can now be enjoyed with fast mobile Internet from the Bid Red, of course, for a price.



The Galaxy Tab S 10.5 features a WQXGA Super AMOLED high-resolution display with about 4 million pixels. It may not be as obvious to the ordinary eye but the numbers are twice HDTV’s resolution. Colors have been enhanced, thanks to a wider color range, true blacks, and deeper contrast. Display is adaptive so the tablet can adjust color, contrast, and sharpness automatically.


Another special feature of the Galaxy Tab S is the Papergarden app that turns your Android tablet into a mobile magazine. It’s like holding a real magazine, light and thin enough at only 6.6mm. With this tablet, there really is no need to buy magazines that will only end up in a pile (or in my case, never read at all).


The Android tablet now support Multi User More so family members can shared one tablet. This means each one can have an individual customized profile to use. There’s also a fingerprint scanner that allows different users to access or unlock the tablet when needed.


Verizon has proudly added the Verizon Messages feature that lets anyone to text from the tablet. You can skip the smartphone if you get this tablet because of its various connectivity options.


Verizon Wireless is currently offering the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5, which is also XLTE-ready, for a full price of $599. But for a limited time only, buyers can get it for for $499.99 with a two-year contract.


SOURCE: Verizon





Google Play coming changes: developer address, IAP price range

To comply with consumer protection laws, according to this leaked communication, Google will be changing some of its Google Play Store policies and features. While the ability to see a list of price ranges for apps with in-app purchases is definitely a welcome development, displaying a developer's physical address might scare off not just a few from publishing on Google Play Store.



In-app purchases have been the bane of app stores, not just Google's but including Apple's and Amazon's. Currently, Google Play Store does display if an app has in-app purchases but stops at that. Then again, Google's wording below is a bit ambiguous and can be a bit open to interpretation. What will that list contain? Will it list top apps with IAP just like Google Play Store lists top free and paid apps? Or will it list the IAP purchases inside an app, which is a more difficult thing to keep track off. We will just have to wait for Google to formally roll out these changes to find out.



"We will display the price ranges for apps that offer in-app purchases and/or subscriptions on the app's store listing page."



The other more major change affects developers more than users. The developer console is now requiring developers that provide paid apps or apps with IAP to give a physical address. That in itself is probably nothing surprising, as it increases the sense of accountability for an app and could very well help curb the number of fake apps with IAP. However, what follows the requirement is the part that's more worrying for developers. Google says that the physical address will be displayed on the app's details page in Google Play Store, definitely a cause for concern about the privacy, not to mention the safety of the developer.



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"Beginning September 30, 2014, you need to add a physical address to your Settings page. After you've added an address, it will be available on your app's detail page to all users on Google Play."



Aside from the address requirement, the rest of the changes, or the reasons for them, are not yet set in stone. The information comes from a developer who asked Google why such a worrying change is being made. While it is commendable that Google is actively working to protect consumers (though some might point out only after it has been hit by numerous lawsuits), It should not forget to also fairly treat its developers, who provides the goods that users will be paying for, and not like criminals in the making.


VIA: Android Police


Sony SmartEyeglass to enter tech eyewear market

Almost everybody who’s capable of producing tech eyewear is coming after Google Glass in a big way, and Japanese consumer electronics outfit Sony isn’t one to get left behind. It’s releasing the Sony SmartEyeglass (we guess people are running out of novel names for tech eyewear) to compete in this segment, although it doesn’t have software of its own as of now and is relying on third party developers to work with their SDK.



The hardware seems to have all that it needs to function accordingly – a CMOS image sensor, an accelerometer, a Gyroscope, electronic compass, brightness sensor, and microphone. The eyewear connects wirelessly to your smartphone and depending on the app that the user is currently using, it will display relevant information on the lens as an augmented reality screen. The lens display is in monochrome, as Sony says this will be better for battery life of the device.


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Together with the device, Sony is also releasing their software development kit (SDK) for the device so that third party developers can start utilizing the device and develop software that will take advantage of the wearable. Sony is banking on a gamut of apps that will eventually leverage on the SmartEyeglass’s technology.


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The Sony SmartEyeglass was showcased earlier this month at IFA 2014 in Berlin, and although we don’t have a lot of opinion right now, one thing stands out – the device is not pleasant to look at. Since “ugly” is not a proper term to use here, then we will go with “aesthetically unpleasant”. There is just no way around that description. The frame of the eyewear and the design is such that it looks like there is too much added bulk on the sides of the device. We know that stuff need to be there, but it feels like Sony could have done a much better job in streamlining the look of this device. We’ve put our opinion out there. How about you guys, what do you think about this?




SOURCE: Sony





Star Wars Commanders is here, ready to beat Clash of Clans?

Clash of Clans fans would be happy to know that the Star Wars Commander is now available on Android. You see, a Star Wars game similar to the famous Clash of Clans could be more addicting than ever. But then again, game developer said this is different from Clash of Clans so there is no need to compare. Anyway….



Star Wars Commander lets you lead troops to victory and battle on distant planets. Players are challenged to build a base and recruit an unstoppable force across the Star Wars universe. It’s up to you to choose which side: the Rebel Alliance or the Galacti c Empire. Choose to control the galaxy or rally for justice and freedom.


After some time, who knows, you will be promoted as a powerful battlefield commander. While playing the game, you can also choose to call on Princess Leia and Han Solo to build and defend your base. If you have more time, train the troops and fortify base with more defenses, heavy artillery, turrets, and deflector shields, or just about any weapon available to protect the galaxy.


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Most of the action come with countdown timer. You can speed things up by using premium in-game currency. Game may be free for download but you might be tempted to do in-app purchases. The app has been on iOS the past weeks but it's only now the Android gamers can enjoy the same strategy game with all the Storm Troopers and the Wookies.


Return to Tatooine and see for yourself how the Star Wars Commander can be as addicting as any strategy game today. Download app from the Google Play Store. Game requires Android 0S 2.3.4 or above.


VIA: Android Police





Interstellar is a surprisingly cool movie tie-in mobile game

We’ve had it up to here (points to forehead) with mediocre movie tie-in apps. If it’s not your badly concocted shooting game, then it’s an “easy out” endless runner – yes, we’re looking at you “Despicable Me”. And so when Paramount made noises about doing a tie-in game app for the upcoming Christopher Nolan nerd-fest Interstellar to drum up more hype, you can understand that we’re wary. But it seems we had nothing to worry about.



Interstellar is available now via the Google Play Store as a free download, with no in-app purchases (yey!) – you can keep your money for the obligatory popcorn when you watch the movie. The game is notable in that it is a well-thought of game app that can even stand on its own without the movie tie in – that’s how nice the game is. It carries a very engaging gameplay mechanism, if not exactly unique, but these days which app is really unique eh?


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“Nolan freaks” and space nerds are obviously excited about the director’s newest film, and with good reason it seems. The game is set in space, where the player pilots the in-movie spaceship Endurance, navigating through gravitational fields, and solar systems. The main objective is to travel to other solar systems, dipping into orbits of suns and planets to collect fuel. The game is very challenging (read: heck difficult) as there are times that you can only steer using the gravitational forces around you, and with thrusters that either speed up or slow down the ship. You can rest in the knowledge that most players will crash in a gravity well the first few times they try the game.


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As you transfer from one solar system to another, you find a novel social media aspect to the game. The solar systems you visit are the "home" systems of other players. It's like going over to your friends Clash of Clans camp, but on a galactic scale. This happens through the game’s nifty solar system creator where you get to create your own solar system at the beginning of the game. Sounds nice, right? Check the game out via the source link.


SOURCE: Google Play Store





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