Friday, April 19, 2024

Software

[Review] Charge six devices at once with Choetech

Yeah that’s right, a sextuplet of devices. The Choetech multi-port USB charger has quickly become one of my most useful gadgets. It’s annoying to keep track of each devices’ individual cable and charger. While I haven’t been able to cut down on the amount of cables I have, I can now use the Choetech charger

Backdrops review: Material to the max

Overview There’s a wide variety of quality wallpaper apps on the Google Play Store, and there’s even no shortage of wallpaper apps that feature the Material Design style in their offerings. These apps are typically well designed with a modern “Material” interface, offering sleek animations and a fluid UI. Within the wide array of wallpaper

VSCO update simplifies how you capture, edit and browse photos

Last time we heard from VSCO, the company trotted out a separate photography app for GIFs. Turning its attention back

MiMedia: A worthy contender in the storage battle (Review)

Overview In today’s world, there are many different companies that deal with media storage, but you need a few different ones to make sure you can store it all. MiMedia is a mass media storage solution that can handle all your digital storage needs. Developer: MiMedia Inc Cost: Free ( In-app upgrade for more storage)

[Review] Lock up your valuables with the LockSmart Mini

No more fumbling with your keys in the dark. With Bluetooth-enabled locks, Australian-based company Dog & Bone envisions a “keyless future”. I spent a week or so testing the LockSmart Mini, a slim padlock that gives a glimpse of a future filled with the Internet of Things. Features Keyless: for bikes, lockers, sheds, gates, fences

The NBA’s fitness app gives you training tips from the pros

The options for fitness apps are seemingly endless these days, and now the National Basketball Association (NBA) is adding yet

JOBY’s Powerband Micro might be the most travel friendly portable battery yet (review)

JOBY, the company behind the famous GorillaPod line of tripods has been diversifying as of late and has just released an intelligent battery pack. The PowerBand Micro will come in two versions, one made for iOS devices and the other for Android microUSB compatible devices. This battery isn’t intelligent in the way hundreds of other

[Review] Charge on the go with the VoltIQ car charger

When we last wrote a review of Tronsmart car chargers, they were Quick Charge 2.0. Now the company has released a new series of car chargers featuring Quick Charge 3.0, and they are fast. I spent a short amount of time with the gadget, and I was impressed. First Impressions There isn’t much to the

Your big-name PC may have a security flaw in its update software

Those problems with security holes in big PC makers' software bundles? They might not be over yet. Duo Security says

Drainpipe: A clever, but frustrating experience (Review)

Overview: Drainpipe is a 2D arena shooter where you play as a rat, Ratfink, trying to survive against a horde of spiders in the sewers of the world. Developer: SeudoApps Cost: Free (with ads) Impressions: Drainpipe is certainly an odd one. It has some clever humor and excellent music, but the gameplay itself is frustrating

EC Technology Bluetooth 4.1 Headset: Solid headphones without breaking the bank (Review)

When it comes to Bluetooth Sports Headphones, the options are plentiful. Even the price range is ample with a high-end in the thousands and the low going as low as five dollars. There are many things to consider with a new purchase. If you’re looking for a budget pair of sports style headphones, EC Technology’s Bluetooth

[Review] Consider an Aukey lens for your photography bag

If you’ve been reading most of my work here on AndroidGuys, you’ll know of my photography hobby. If not, check out my past articles about photo apps and mobile photography tools. Recently I was sent an Aukey super wide angle lens attachment for smartphones. First Look Lens attachments for smartphones range from affordable to expensive.

Get 6 (varying lengths) microUSB cables by EnacFire for $12 (review)

MicroUSB cables are vital in keeping our devices powered and running strong. While reviewing cables can be a mundane task, it is just as important as reviewing some of the other cool products we review. Pick the wrong cable and it might lead to charging issues. That’s why we are here to review the essentials

The Frog Who Travels is too difficult for its target audience [Review]

When I first saw The Frog Who Travels I was hopeful that it would be a throwback to Frogger. Not so much. What I did find was a cute little jumping game that is much too difficult for its target audience. Gameplay This game is a side-scroller that has you controlling a frog who leaps from

Fill the Pot misses the mark (review)

Peeing in a bucket. That is the basis of this Android game. I’m not kidding. Fill the Pot by developer South Pacific Apps is a physics game where everything rides on your…um…aim. (I’m requesting official kudos from the AndroidGuys editorial team for my restraint from multiple bathroom metaphors in this review. It was not easy.) You play the

Restokitch Recipes & Cookbook is an ambitious cooking app and foodie social network

Overview: Restokitch is a recipe sharing app and foodie social network that offers a primarily Indian menu and some ambitious features. Developer: Restokitch Cost: Free Impressions: Restokitch is a recipe app that does a bit more than just offer some interesting and simple dishes. It also markets itself as a sort of social network for