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Grumpy old Scot with a taste in gadgets and technology that my pocket can't match which always leads to everything I own being modded into oblivion as I try and make an 8086 run like a super-computer. I also make up my own words, and refuse to follow any spelling conventions. Member of MarchOfTheDroids organising committee.

Lego Star Wars for ALL

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Lego recently added to their list of Android apps with the inclusion of The Yoda Chronicles. The game lets players choose as an a apprentice of either Yoda, or if you prefer the dark side, Count Duku.  Sounds good right.  And now you want to download it.  Sadly you can’t, that is unless you happen to have an Xperia handset you ... Read More »

Google Play Games achievements confirmed

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Eufloria HD on the Play Store has updated, and as a consequence in the ‘what’s new’ tab they list Google Play Games achievements as one of the new additions.  This is something which has been expected for a little while but now it is confirmed and looks as though it will be going live tonight. Read More »

new @swiftkey update brings new themes

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The latest update for the best Android keyboard on the market has just went live.  this update brings three new themes, Pitch, Dusk, and Regal.  As well as the new themes there are also bug fixes.   Related PostsSwype Keyboard now in the Play Store: Too little too late? App Review: Adaptxt Keyboard for Android App Review: @SwiftKey Flow vs ... Read More »

Fantastic web use image from linux hacker

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An anonymous Linux hacker has created a fantastic moving gif of internet use throughout the world.  Using a botnet installed onto 420,000 computers the gif shows a time lapse of internet use resulting in this amazing image. Although highly illegal the ‘attack’ was only carried out on admin level computers without root set as a password.  Worrying?  Sure, but maybe worth it ... Read More »

Google Maps for desktop update sneak peek

Google desktop maps is gearing up for a whole new look and feel.  Last night a new sign up page went ‘live’ for a short while allowing a glimpse of what is on the way.  Luckily the guys over at Droid Life managed to explore a little before it was taken back down (probably awaiting the official IO announcement).  As you ... Read More »

IO2013 – What We Think We Know So Far

Google IO 2013 starts in roughly seven hours from now, so what do we think we are going to see announced.  We must remember that we have been warned by Google that this year will not have a large focus on hardware, it will be mainly software orientated.  However, that being said, here are the rumours (including hardware ones, however ... Read More »

Galaxy S4 Google Edition – I/O Rumours

With no prospect of a new Nexus handset at IO this year Samsung and Google may have just concocted the next best thing.  A top of the range this gen handset running stock Android.  Early this morning the guys over at Geek.com reported that the device will be announced today during IO.  The Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition will NOT be a ... Read More »

App of the Day free app Saturday (EU)

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Today’s free app is a new take on an old game we will all know.  Ships ‘N Battles is a funky looking Battle Ships clone.  The game features cartoon style 3D graphics and special effects along with atmospheric audio. The best feature however is cross platform multi player allowing you to hook up with friends.  Achievements and power ups add ... Read More »

App of the Day free app Friday (UK)

Continuing our daily mini reviews of App of the Day free apps. Remember these apps are NOT available in all regions, the US is confirmed as NOT being included. App of the Day – Friday 10th May Karl’s Castle Today’s app is one for the parents or there.  Karl’s Castle is an interactive story book for young children which brings ... Read More »

Getting round the ITV Player Samsung tie in

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Earlier today ITV sent out a press release regarding their ITV Player app’s latest update.  The part of the press release that most caught the eye was regarding handset comatibility.  Rather than specify a set of minimum specs or even a required version of Android the press release instead stated that due to Android fragmentation the app would only be ... Read More »