Sunday
Aug032014

‘Flappy Bird’ makes a comeback as Amazon-exclusive ‘Flappy Birds Family’

Flappy Bird creator Dong Nguyen previously said his game will make a comeback but in a better, less addictive fashion. He now calls it Flappy Birds Family and it integrates multi-player support. Nguyen also included more obstacles and ghosts that are meant to distract you. Remember, resist the urge to break your screen out of frustration because the game is still as tricky as ever. If you’re interested to play, you would only be able to get the game from the Amazon Appstore. There is no word yet if it’s making its way to the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

Source: SlashGear

Sunday
Aug032014

Google Now Launcher available for other Android devices

Google is making its Nexus 5 launcher available for other Android-powered devices, with a few conditions. The Google Now Launcher was initially available with the Nexus 5 and then with other Nexus and Google Play Edition devices. Now, Android users with devices running on version 4.1 or higher will gain access to the launcher. You just have to make sure you are running the latest version of the Google Search app.

The launcher will change your homescreen to look identical to that of the Nexus 5 when it first launched. You will gain access to the “Ok, Google” voice command, new wallpapers, as well as the ability to see all your cards just by swiping to the right from your home screen.

Source: Ubergizmo

Saturday
Aug022014

Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup 7/27-8/2

Saturday
Aug022014

LG releases software fix for G Watch to fix residue buildup

LG is releasing a rather unusual update for its G Watch device. There are some users reportedly seeing residue buildup on the charging pins of their smartwatches. While it doesn’t have an effect on the device’s performance, LG wants to remedy the issue with its software update. The problem is due to the battery current causing the terminal pins to discolour. The fix will disable the current when the G Watch is not connected to its charging dock. They are pushing the update to all G Watch owners.

Source: SlashGear