The Android Vibe

End Of The Line For Nexus?

Troy Kng — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:35:45 +0000

We are back after a brief spring break. As I mention briefly in the show, I’ve been spending lots of time trying to get Android to handle lyric display while using Ableton Live to fire off music during live performances. It is pretty interesting to see what music apps are out there for Android. I will be sure to share some of them in the near future.

Google Glass FAQ Updated To Permit Loaning Explorer Edition Unit
PSA: The New Hangouts App Should Now Work On All Android Tablets
Elusive White Nexus 4 Spotted By AndroidAndMe
Nexus Experience Galaxy S4
Google Play Music
Samsung Promises To “Review The Possibility” Of Freeing Up More Storage On The Galaxy S4

Google Glass a Privacy Concern?

Troy Kng — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:50:21 +0000

Google Glass or Smartwatch? It’s not enough to have a smartphone in your pocket these days, but now we need to wear these smart devices. Don’t get me wrong, the idea of the smartwatch is tempting, but let’s take some time and see what the developers can do with them. It’s not good enough to just have the device, but e need fun and engaging software behind it. What are your thoughts on Glass or the Smartwatch? Send your comments to theandroidvibe@gmail.com

Buyer beware: There is a “root any Android” software you should never use
Google Is Working On And Testing Android 4.3
Google Now on iOS is a fantastic move
Google Glass ‘significant’, privacy concerns
T-Mobile Galaxy S4 now available online
Google Bans Facebook and Others From Performing Non-Play Store App Updates

Android Protects NYPD Boys in Blue

Troy Kng — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 04:29:07 +0000

As you might hear noted from time to time in this week’s show, I finally upgraded to the Nexus 4 by Google. It is the perfect companion piece to the Nexus 7, but I won’t give a full review yet until I have had more time to put the Nexus 4 through its paces. Needless to say, I do love the phone, and am quite excited about it. For me, it was definitely worth springing for the Nexus 4 and foregoing the Samsung Galaxy S4.

Everything you need to know about the new Google Play Store
Judge accuses Apple and Google of using patent trials as “business strategy”
Verizon announces upgrade availability changes for wireless customers
Facebook Home now available for download
Xbox SmartGlass App Updated With Support For Tablets Larger Than 7″
NYPD equipping officers with Android smartphones
Actual pilot downplays theoretical takeover of an airline by way of Android app
Podkicker

Easter App Sale in Play Store

Troy Kng — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 07:10:36 +0000

Happy Easter from the Android Vibe! I want to thank all of you for your continued listenership and support, and for keeping the Android Vibe on your playlist this weekend. I hope all of you have a safe and festive holiday!

Galaxy S 4 Will Launch On T-Mobile On May 1st
AT&T’s Galaxy S 4 Pre-Orders Will Begin April 16th
Samsung Galaxy S4 Available For Pre-Order In The UK
T-Mobile Simplifies Plans and Contracts
Both TiVo For Phones And Tablets Updated
Nexus 4′s Design Secretly Updated
Google Launches Open Patent Pledge
Easter App Sale

Google Working On Android Smartwatch

Troy Kng — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 06:31:50 +0000

Not only is Android hip, but fashionable, too! The Android Smartwatch could be a consumer-oriented device that lets us be ultra-cool without being too flashy like Google Glass. We’re not quite sure of all the features, but the Vibe will keep you posted!

Google Currents Update Adds Support For Media
Google Keep For Android
Google Play Store 4.0 Leak
Dan Brown’s ‘The Da Vinci Code’ Book Available For Free From The Play Store
TeamViewer For Android Updated With Native Touch Control
Google May Be Working On Another Wearable
Galaxy S4 Mini Spotted
T-Mobile LTE Launch Sites Leaked

Samsung Officially Announces the Galaxy S4

Troy Kng — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:03:28 +0000

The Galaxy S4 is finally here! Even though the hardware specs didn’t blow anyone’s mind, the software that Samsung has packed in looks absolutely incredible. Most of Samsung’s new apps and features involve ways to interact with the phone without having to even touch it. Only time will tell how rock solid their engineering is, but the concepts really push the envelope for mobile technology, and should scare some of the manufacturers. Well done, Samsung!

On another note, the Android Vibe website has received a facelift to add some new features and make the overall visitor experience more enjoyable. In addition, with the Feedburner debacle, and now the closing of Google Reader, I decided it was time to get the RSS feeds for the show in order. As such, the old Feedburner feed will go away and be replaced with new feeds that are tied directly to the Android Vibe website. It was a hard decision, but as the show grows in listeners, it is important that I make every effort to ensure the longevity of the feeds, and Feedburner is not part of that future. Please be sure to visit the Android Vibe and resubscribe to the new RSS feeds. Thank you for listening!

Google Reader Discontinued
Reader App Removed
Google X Phone
Samsung Galaxy S4
Sidewalk Buddy

The 18″ Android Table

Troy Kng — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 02:54:59 +0000

The big news this week is the White House’s support for protecting our right to unlock cell phones that are bought and paid for. Personally, I have very pleased to see some branches of our government thinking about the rights of consumers instead of big business. Well done, mates!

Alleged U.S. model Galaxy S4 screenshots emerge
White House Officially Responds To Cell Phone Unlock Petition
Play Store 1-Year Anniversary Sale
Twitter For Android Updated To v3.8
PSA: LG Intuition’s Latest Update Wreaking Havoc
Google patent hints at tablet UI that adapts to the way you hold the device
ASUS Announces The Transformer AiO P1801

Manly Android Phones For Real Men

Troy Kng — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 08:47:37 +0000

Special guest Danny Alvaraz from Cellphonius sits in on this exciting edition of the Android Vibe. We discuss the critical issues concerning men and cell phones, and other interesting Android tidbits as we gear up for Mobile World Congress 2013.

Samsung Makes The Galaxy Note 8.0 Official Before MWC
The Chromebook Pixel is official, and available at Google Play for $1300
Google looking to launch subscription music service
Podkicker
Plume

Carrier-Unlocking Your Phone Is Illegal

Troy Kng — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 06:03:28 +0000

After moving the studio to a new space (more like a crawl space), the place is in shambles, but the Vibe carries on regardless. Android news is light leading up to Mobile World Congress, but rest assured we will make up for it with all the news and goodies that come out at MWC. Also of important note, I was a guest star on Google At A Glance with John Hanlon, courtesy of Net Cast Studio. Be sure the check out the show and support John and the crew.

Google At A Glance
Stock Talk: The downward slide at HTC continues
LG teases new phones ahead of MWC
CyanogenMod Gets Cease & Desist On ‘Chronus’ Name
Carrier-Unlocking Smartphones Is Now Illegal In The U.S

CES 2013 Highlights

Troy Kng — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 06:04:15 +0000

From all reviews, CES 2013 was pretty much a bust. However, we sifted through the crap and found the highlights that encourage us to look forward to another year of Android goodness. If you have a favorite story about Android from CES 2013, send it to theandroidvibe@gmail.com

Larry Page On Apple’s Thermonuclear War
Nexus Q Status Changes to “No Longer Available For Sale”
Dolphin Browser Updated, Now Offers One-Tap Sharing, Cross-Device Sync
AT&T Nexus 7 In Play Store Now Comes With A $100 Bill Credit
[CES 2013] Redbox Instant Set To Launch By March
[CES 2013] Samsung Announces The Exynos 5 Octa
[CES 2013] Hands-On With The I’m Watch Color, A $400 Brick Of Failure
[CES 2013] Oh Look, An Oven That Runs Android
[CES 2013] Vizio Announces New 7″ (Tegra 3) And 10″ (Tegra 4) Tablets