iPhone users forever had the “I Am T-Pain” app for their devices. Android users could only watch as iPhone users would record their voice and replay the autotuned recording while dying of laughter. Thankfully, Intervigil released MicDroid. MicDroid isn’t as pretty as the “I Am T-Pain” app, but it will do the job. Simply open the [...]

Take a look at this hilarious video where a frog plays Ant Smasher on an Android phone. Be sure to watch it until the end.

Have you ever had a close look at the default People/Contacts icon in Android? There’s a name on it. A closer look reveals that the name Lauren Ipsum is on the icon. What is this name? Lauren Ipsum is a play on the commonly used “Lorem ipsum” phrase that is used as a placeholder for [...]

Why Do Android Apps “Force Close”?

Why Do Android Apps Force Close?

by Mitch Bartlett on January 18, 2012

in Android

We’ve all had that stubborn app that just won’t work. Android users are constantly greeted with that “The applications has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.” message when you need to use the app most. Your only choice is to tap “Force close” to exit the app. Many people have asked me “Why do Android apps [...]

What’s The Best App For Checking Gas Prices?

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Lately I’ve noticed that gas prices can differ by as much as 30 cents in my area. So I’ve started relying on my phone for checking gas prices. Many people recommend Gas Buddy as their favorite. The app is filled with an easy interface and regularly updated pricing. If you’re looking for something different though, [...]

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Does Wi-Fi Consume More Battery Power Than 3G or 4G/LTE?

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Phone nerds have argued about whether or not Wi-Fi consumes more battery power than 3G or 4G/LTE since the birth of the modern smartphone. Some will swear that Wi-Fi is the only way to go. Others say that leaving it off and connecting to the wireless network works best. But, no matter which side of [...]

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What’s the Best Clipboard App For Android?

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When it comes to clipboard management, Android is a bit clunky. Tap, hold, drag. The gestures don’t always function well, especially for those of us with fat fingers. There are a ton of clipboard apps available for download, but which one is the best? I recently discovered a handy app called Clip Ninja that impressed [...]

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Connect and Control Your Android From a PC

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The Droid Bionic/Atrix was one of the first phones to introduce the laptop dock so that you could use your phone like you would a laptop. This may be the future of smartphones. Plug it into a dock at home, then take it to the office to another dock. Since most phones don’t support a [...]

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7 Classic Arcade Wallpapers For iPhone or iPod Touch

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I miss the days of skipping school and spending all afternoon at the video arcade. Celebrate the remembrance of that high score you got on your favorite arcade game with these wallpaper images for your iPhone or iPod Touch.

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Google Hack For Easily Finding Android APK App Files

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You can’t always find the Android app you need in the Market. If you’re struggling to find that one APK file you just have to have, there is a Google Search hack that makes it a bit easier.

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