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Best Android tablet games

Our picks for the best Android tablet games. These games are specially designed to take advantage of large-screened Android tablets.

You can already make your Android phone look like iOS 7

A new custom theme allows Android 4.0+ users to get a taste of iOS 7 without an iPhone, mimicking the new Jony Ive design that was recently unveiled. Besides the look, its creator also added custom apps to help deliver a more authentic experience.

Yet another variant: Samsung to launch faster Galaxy S4

Another day, another Galaxy S4 variant. This latest one will be the fastest S4 available, though the fact that it utilizes LTE-Advanced technology means most users will have to wait a while before they can get the most out of it.

Best Android tablet apps

We put together our first list of some of the best Android tablet apps including TweetCaster and Craigslist HD.

Five reasons you should want Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

We list five important reasons why you should want Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) on your next phone or tablet. If your phone manufacturer is doing its job, you may not have to wait long, either.

Canada, can you hear me now? Verizon sets its eyes on the north

Reports are coming in that Verizon Communications Inc has started looking into becoming Canada's fourth major wireless communications company. The company might take over one of the country's smaller wireless companies, such as Mobilicity or Wind Mobile

Samsung Galaxy Express Review

At the low price of $1, with a contract, Samsung's Galaxy Express is a great bargain that offers the power of a Galaxy S3 in a smaller, less fancy, but comfortable shell.

  • Pros: As powerful as a Galaxy S3, Compact, lightweight design,...
  • Cons: Too many AT&T apps, Low screen resolution, Poor speaker ...

Best Android games

A list of the best Android games out there. We've weeded through the thousands of titles in the Google Play store to bring you the best action games, puzzle games, and sports.

Best Android apps

The best Android apps are getting harder to find in the increasingly crowded Android Market. We're here to help as we test and rank the top applications available for Android phones.

HTC Droid DNA sequel has been spotted

The Butterfly S will allegedly feature the same 5-inch 1920x1080 pixel display as the first model, as well as a faster processor and dual speakers with HTC's distortion-cutting Boomsound technology.

Samsung whacks, bakes and drowns Galaxy S4 in ‘reliability test’ video – passes with flying colors!

In a move to demonstrate how it tests the reliability of its mobile devices, Samsung posted a video on Wednesday showing its flagship Galaxy S4 handset getting whacked, baked, drowned, electrocuted.....

Samsung Galaxy S5 may ditch its plastic shell for an all-metal body

A new rumor reveals that Samsung is already working on the Galaxy S5 and may ditch the classic plastic shell in exchange for an all-metal body. The move may be to lure in customers that want a premium device made with top-notch materials.

Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro Review

Samsung has released its own super-durable smartphone, but is it enough to compete with the Kyocera Torque?

  • Pros: Compact, grip-able design, Withstands water and scratche...
  • Cons: Low-res display, Runs outdated version of Android, Unins...

Sprint unveils Vital, new exclusive phone on sale June 14

Sprint announced that its newest phone, the Vital, will be available for sale starting June 14, in time for Father's Day. The phone has been given platinum certification by Underwriters Laboratory Environment.

BBC launches free weather app for iOS and Android

The BBC added to its line-up of smartphone apps on Monday with the release of BBC Weather, a free offering it hopes will prove popular with Brits wondering when the next downpour is coming.