Review: Nexus 5

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

There was once a time when the Nexus badge on a device meant a truly unique Android experience that was months, and sometimes a year ahead of what most Android smartphones were pushing. Cutting edge features, impressive specs and the promise of Pure Google experience were a big draw to developers and alpha geeks alike.

This year's Nexus 5 smartphone, created by LG under Google's strict supervision is, in many ways, just the right device to represent the KitKat-powered future of Android. But boy, how things have changed.

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Enhancing the Santa Claus Parade Experience

Text by Sonya Davidson (Photo Courtesy of: The Santa Claus Parade / BNOTIONS and SE3D Interactive)

The kids are getting super excited for Santa's arrival. This weekend marks the 109th annual Santa Claus Parade in Toronto. It's actually the longest running Santa parade in the world! Remember those upside-down clowns?

A few of the elves have managed to squeeze me in for a quick interview with Santa! Plus, I have a few app recommendations that may come in handy during parade day! 

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Google Now update includes Waze traffic updates, news card update, improved voice commands

Google has started to roll out new features for Google Now service. Engadget listed the availability of Waze traffic updates that emphasizes alerts relevant to your daily commute and an improved news update card that follows topics and people you’ve searched about or decided to follow. The “What to Watch” card includes more TV show and movie suggestions. You get notifications for store pickups; you can repeat reminders; and even get real-time rugby scores. Ars Technica also discovered that Google Now uses a more conversational approach to voice commands.

Flipboard launches Windows 8.1 app

Flipboard has officially unveiled the Windows 8.1 app and provides similar experience to iOS and Android versions with a few added features. The news reader includes Live Tile support; Windows 8 swipe up gesture to access an app bar; and Windows 8.1 snap mode to run Flipboard alongside other apps.

The new app will be available on Windows Store starting today and can be used on Windows RT tablets. Flipboard said a Windows Phone app version will arrive soon.

Source: The Verge