Ryan Inoyori

Android devices feature basic functions and applications found from the Play Store. Some of Android phones have front camera which allow them to capture images without flipping the device. But the front camera has another use - Video Calling or Video Chat, and some users just love to make eye-to-eye contact when talking. Here are six best video calling applications for Android.

The Nokia Lumia 920 is one of the most innovative smartphone released which is running Windows Phone 8. The Lumia 920 is also one of the first 4G LTE smartphones, enabling it to get five times more data connection speed than 3G. If you own Nokia Lumia 920 and want to get more out of your device, here are 10 tricks you should know about.

Apple and Samsung are still both preparing for the new age of smart watch world. In the meantime, several decent options, including Sony SmartWatch are already being sold. A firmware update has been released for the device which includes six new watch faces.

IrDA or Infrared Data Association was a feature in top-of-the-line devices such as mobile phones, PDAs, and laptops. Its popularity dropped when alternative wireless communications like Bluetooth and NFC took over. Since both HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4 use IR blaster, does this mean that infrared is coming back for more?

Within few days, the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for Motorola Droid 4 will begin pushing to devices. The update only awaits for Verizon's approval to the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean before the release can start.

After the historical launch of the Galaxy S4 in New York, Samsung's future appears no longer tied up with Android but with Tizen OS. The combined forces of Samsung and Intel has led to the development of Tizen with one of its high-end device to be released in August 2013, made by Samsung as well.

A highly resistant strain of bacteria contaminated hand-washing sinks in the intensive care unit at Melbourne's Dandenong Hospital, causing 10 patients to become ill. The bacteria, known as Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae or CRE, has also killed people overseas.

More and more Android devices are receiving Jelly Bean update lately, including the Canadian version of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250M. The said Nexus device has received an Android 4.2.1 update.

Samsung Galaxy S3 is one of the devices speculated to have Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie, together with the Galaxy S4, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Note 7.0 and Galaxy Note 10.1. While waiting for the arrival of Android 5.0 in May, let's try maximising your Galaxy S3 using these four impressive custom ROMs redefining UI, applications and tweaks.

An interesting research which allows orange fruits to charge up your iPhone has been unveiled. Science geeks pushed the limits by connecting dozens of oranges together to produce enough electricity to charge up the device.

The official Android 4.1 Jelly Bean for Samsung Galaxy S2 recently leaked, and the works for its release is coming really soon. XDA developers came up with the Android 4.1 version as well, and it does seem to be free of bugs and believed to be the final version of 4.1.

While the world is busy providing luxury and performance vehicles, Toyota is thinking of a totally new concept. The vehicle is neither a car nor a bike, but something between of both. It can accommodate two persons at a time and powered by a pair of 2kW electric motors attached to the front wheels.

It is time to celebrate for owners of LG Optimus L9 as their Android territory expands from 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich to 4.1.2. Jelly Bean. European users of the device can now experience the Project Butter and Google Now features.

After the Android 4.1.2. Jelly Bean upgrade to Motorola Electrify M, the next of its kin, Electrify 2 begins to receive the same update. The software update for Electrify 2 will be pushed in phases.

The second chapter of the award-winning game from Blizzard Entertainment, Starcraft II, continues with its latest expansion, Heart of the Swarm. The story focuses on Sarah Kerrigan, Queen of the Blades and the zerg swarm with new evolutions, abilitiesand mutation.

Microsoft confirmed the temporary setback for Windows Phone 7.8 update for Nokia Lumia 800 due to some minor issues, including battery drainage problem and data update failure. But using NaviFirmPlus allows manual installation of the Windows Phone 7.8 update.

ASUS began releasing Android 4.2 Jelly Bean update for Transformer Pad 300 in early March, and it is the first non-Nexus tablet to receive one. ASUS released a full 4.2.1 ROM for the TF300 available via OTA or direct download.

The long-awaited Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for Sony Xperia S might be rolling out later this March, according to the Sony Mobile team in Germany. A tweet which relayed the answer to an inquiry of a Xperia S owner did not specify a date when exactly the roll out would happen. CyanogenMod developers have answers, and this includes a 4.2.2 CM10.1 build for Xperia S.

The first and original of its kind, Galaxy Note is now receiving an official update from Samsung with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean UBLSF firmware. The developers of CyanogenMod made a 4.2.1 firmware version for Galaxy Note GT-N7000.

The Verge got their hands on the upcoming flagship Android smartphone by Samsung, the Galaxy S4, which will be launched March 14, Thursday 7 p.m. in New York. Four new videos have leaked, highlighting the new features: SmartPause eye tracking and the Floating Touch control.

Another part of Google's various services will shut down on July 1, 2013, as part of their spring cleaning. The company decided to axe down the Google Reader RSS which was launched back in 2005. The last update of the product was an integration for the Google+ social network and the removal of the Reader's own sharing service.

The social media site Twitter has launched its first app for Windows 8 and Windows RT. The newly launched Twitter app justified the platform by including Windows 8 focused features such as support for Windows 8 share, Search charms, snap view, live tiles and notifications.

HTC One M7, Samsung Galaxy S4, Sony Xperia Z are just three among the latest smartphones today, and these three are quite expensive once released in the market. So if are looking for the best deals outside physical stores, online mobile shops are your best options. They offer great deals with top-of-the-line devices. Visit the five best Web sites to get the cheapest deal you want.

It is the eve of Samsung Galaxy Launch S4 launch and the world is expecting a phenomenal show at the New York Time Square. However, on the same night, Apple Marketing Chief Phil Schiller insulted rival Android directly before the new Samsung flagship smartphone has been launched.

Both HTC and Samsung are being watched closely by people around the world with their two monster flagship devices. HTC One M7 was launched at the recent Mobile World Congress 2013 and amazed many with its unique features such as HTC Zoe, BlinkFeed, dual-speakers with amplifiers, and HTC Voice Sense. Samsung Galaxy S IV will make its own solo performance in New York City tomorrow evening, March 14, 2013.

Both HTC and Samsung are being watched closely by people around the world with their two monster flagship devices. HTC One M7 was launched at the recent Mobile World Congress 2013 and amazed many with its unique features such as HTC Zoe, BlinkFeed, dual-speakers with amplifiers, and HTC Voice Sense. Samsung Galaxy S IV will make its own solo performance in New York City tomorrow evening, March 14, 2013.

LG recently confirmed the updates for LG Optimus 4X HD, Optimus L7, and Optimus L9 with Android Jelly Bean in the first half of 2013. XDA developers spotted the leaked update with version number V20A and currently under manufacturer's testing.

Even if the world is more focused on the arrival of Galaxy S4 which will appear at the New York Time Square, it doesn't mean that the former flagship of Samsung is forgotten. Android Jelly Bean update for Galaxy S2 is now being released for European users.

By October 2013, the first Ubuntu Touch tablet will be ready for shipment. According to the Web site www.ubuntutablet.com.au, there are two devices to be shipped - Intermatrix U7 and U10 Ubuntu Tablets, the first of its kind in the world.