Category: Android Applications

  • Skyhook Wireless rolls out new partnerships with Android Developers

    Skyhook Wireless has been working hard to make sure Android apps are giving you the best experience possible. Skyhook does not have any apps of its own on the Android Market, but they have partnered with app developers to help integrate their hybrid positioning system that leverages Wi-Fi, GPS and cell towers to help deliver…

  • Facebook launches official Facebook for Android app

    It’s been rumored for months.  Android users have been teased with leaked screenshots and speculation, but now Facebook has finally unleashed their official Android app to the Android Market. I’d suggest heading on over to the Android Market and downloading the app, but if you’re hoping for the same features that iPhone users get out…

  • Revamped Android Market to launch with Android 1.6

    More Android news to close out the day, this time it’s coming directly from Google’s Android Developers blog. Earlier this week, Tyler from Android Atlas posted up some leaked shots of a revamped Android Market. There was some speculation that the images were just a minor UI update, but now the Android team has confirmed…

  • Hexage’s TOTEMO to launch on September 11th

    To be quite honest, it’s a bit hard to find good quality games on the Android Market these days. Don’t get me wrong, there are a lot of games out there to choose from, but most the developers don’t spend enough time refining the graphics or creating a user experience that simply leaves you wanting…

  • SKYHOOK Wireless gives Sherpa a better location

    I’m sure that by now, most Android fans are somewhat familiar with Geodelic’s Sherpa application for Android. Sherpa allows you find local businesses based on your location without the need to search. The app worked great when you had your GPS signal turned on, but things got a little out of hand when the app…

  • Android Developer Challenge 2 open for submissions

    If you’ve been waiting for the Android Developers Challenge 2 to begin, you’ll be happy to know that the wait is now over. This morning, the Android team posted a new blog posts with some new details on the ADC2 with a link to the site for developers to submit their apps. If you’re a…

  • Android Network Awards voting begins

    As I mentioned a few weeks back, HTC Source is taking part in the Android Network Awards. If oyu are unfamiliar with ANA, it’s a partnership between over 30 Android related sites from across the globe dedicated to helping the growth of the Android platform by helping users find the best Android apps. Members of…