App: Android Device Manager

At last! The official app from Google to track your Android device. 

Wind-up Knight : Android Game Review

Wind-up Knight isn't a new game on the market. In fact, I've had it on my last three phones. The reason this review is up is because now there's a connection to Google Play Games, I am going back to complete all the missions (and also because I lost my Titanium backups).

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The Simpsons: Tapped Out now available on Google Play Store

EA was really slacking on bringing this game to Android since this has been out on iOS for months. Basically, you build your own Springfield and unlock characters. 

Google Play Music update

The Play Music app received an update today with a couple of great new features, among them, the "previous"  button has been added to the widget. Nothing fancy, right? But completely necessary. I'm not even sure why it wasn't included in the first place, and what took Google so long to incorporate it. There's a previous but in the notifications bar... Anyways no more complaints, I'm going to go listen to all my playlists backwards with my new button.

Magazines available on Google Play

I've been waiting for the longest time to read GQ on my tablet. Honestly, it wasn't fair that you could only do that on iOS. Luckily, magazines are now available in the Canadian Play store. Click the below link to see what's available now!

Google Play Store: Magazines

App Update: Google+ for Android phones

I don't use Google+ often,  but when I do (queue meme) it's s usually on my PC. That is mainly because that is the only way I can post on my Google+ page for TGK. Luckily, the most recent update to Google social app allows for users to select where they post from. As a result of fact, I'm typing this on my Galaxy S3 and on the Blogger app as well. It would just feel wrong if I didn't.

Game News: Angry Birds Star Wars

The Angry Birds franchise has branched off into the Bad Piggies title, but the update before that brought the Birds into outer space. This new crossover will bring them even further, to a galaxy far, far away, in fact.  Due out on November 8th, I am anxiously awaiting this update, and I think would definitely be worth the purchase. This game will be available on Android, iOS and PC, and I am sure a slew of toys and other merchandise will follow. *throws money at screen*

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Google Maps vs iOS 6 maps

The most recent update to Google Maps on Android devices added a feature where you can "access your desktop and mobile search history through My Places" as well as 'single-handed zoom" to allow for easier navigation while you are planning your trip before you start driving. This is done by double-tapping and then holding down finger and slide to zoom, which I believe to be a great innovation.

In contrast, Apple's iOS 6 has decided to exclude Google Maps, and have launched their own navigation app. This app now has turn by turn navigation and 3D renderings. As it is a new product launch from Apple, there are bugs to be expected. Check out some hilarious mistakes here. I guess after the lawsuits, Apple wants to limit their Google ties, but is it really worth it to deprive your users of a great experience due to spite? One company's maps advance with updates every few weeks, while the other's has taken many steps back.  Let's see how Apple responds.

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Game Review: Major Mayhem

While browsing through the Google Play store on my friend's new Nexus 7, I came across Major Mayhem.  Another freemium game, the objective is to send the Major through the battlefield while shooting enemies by tapping on the screen. Through the missions you will collect coins which you can use to unlock items, or if you can not wait, you guess it, you can pay for coins to unlock the more costly items.

iPhone 5: Nothing New.

The announcement of iPhone 5 yesterday was one of the biggest busts technological advancements in recent times. The highly anticipated phone boasted new features that, yes, may be new to the Apple world, but is nothing new in the smartphone market. Such features include a 4 inch screen, LTE compatibility, and Panoramic photos. While I can't even begin to imagine how a company can hold a press conference and expect people to eat up these pioneering new additions, I have to give credit to Apple's marketing team for building a brand that has such a loyal (and sometimes sheep-like) fan base.

I came across an article on Phandroid.com that better illustrates the situation and also provides many examples. Consumers, open your eyes!

Game Review: Jetpack Joyride

Another game to finally make it's way over to Android from iOS is Jetpack Joyride. I've heard a lot about this game, but never had a chance to try it since it was previously only on iOS devices.

Guide: Unlock Dead Ops Arcade in COD Black Ops Zombies

I was excited at first when I heard that COD:BOZ was coming to Android. I love playing at home, and the thought of being able to enjoy it on the go was exciting, but let's be honest, it is NOT fun playing Black Ops Zombies on a touchscreen phone. You try to aim, and then next thing you know your face is in a wall, while zombies are mauling you from behind. The only consolation, to me, was to be able to play the Dead Ops Arcade. This seems more plausible without any physical buttons.

App update: Instagram

Today Instagram released  a new update for their mobile apps. You can now have a map(pic 3) on your profile that shows where your pictures were taken (the ones with locations tagged, anyway). You will have the option to select which pictures you want to display, and which ones you'd like to hide from stalkers (pic 2).
Also in the update, the timeline's "load more" button at the bottom is gone, and auto-loads older photos for those desperate times when you are really bored.

Game Review: Ski Safari

From Defiant Development, Ski Safari is a fast paced game where your character, Sven, is skiing downhill to avoid an oncoming avalanche. Concept is simple enough, and so are controls and gameplay.

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I've recently come to realize that I've been spending a lot of money. One week I'm buying dress shirts and ties, and I don't even wear them to the office. Growing out of older clothes and styles. Next week, I'll be spending on things the I never grew out of, things that companies reissue to make money off of our pasts. There's no reason that these two things can't combined to make one, awesome being, is there? TGK.