Entries by Nicole Batac (11943)

Sunday
Dec152013

Airbnb updates Android app with on-the-go posting capabilities

Airbnb wants to encourage Android users to utilize the app while travelling with the new update. You can now write your reviews while you’re still on the move and even find social links with potential guests. The new listing design also lets you see the calendar schedule of the place they’re interested in renting. The company is working to overhaul its mobile apps and have Android features be as it can be with iOS app.

Sunday
Dec152013

Relaxed lets you auto-respond to Facebook and Twitter messages over the Holidays

If you want to step back from your social networking over the Holidays but don’t want to seem like you’re ignoring your followers and friends alike, you can setup Relaxed. The tool responds to Facebook and Twitter mentions on your behalf. There are canned responses or you can generate your own, much like those out of office email responders. However, while it can reply to public and private messages on Facebook, it can’t do the same for Twitter Direct Messages. 

Sunday
Dec152013

Netflix updates Android app to add individual profiles

Netflix finally updates its Android app to support individual streaming profiles under a single account. This lets you filter out suggestions and queues from other users of your device. The app also improved its search capabilities.

Source: Engadget

Sunday
Dec152013

Vorson Bookmark battery packs power in slim form factor

Extra batteries seem to be a requirement for today’s smartphones. Vorson hopes to make it easier and lighter for you to carry a spare with the Bookmark battery pack (US$59.99). A thin 4.7 millimeters thick housing packs in 2,500 mAh of battery. It has a standard USB port for charging and a touch-to-activate battery meter to let you know how much battery life you have left.