The Maze Runner phenomenon is running wild --beginning with a book series by James Dashner and evolving into an action film currently in theatres, the trilogy is now complete with an officially licensed mobile game released by PikPok (developed by Sticky Studios). Players are invited to follow a group of teenagers known as the Gladers around a complex maze in which they have … [Read more...] about The Maze Runner Game Arrives on Android
Amazon Allows Family Sharing for Purchases
One of the joys of reading has always been the ability to share books with your loved ones --how many times have you found a new favourite book that you can't wait to discuss with the people around you? While there have been band-aid solutions and workarounds for a while now, being able to share digital book purchases from Amazon hasn't been possible... until now! Amazon's new … [Read more...] about Amazon Allows Family Sharing for Purchases
Instapaper for iOS Goes Freemium, Gets Updates
With the arrival of iOS 8, apps are starting to release updates to take advantage of the new features. Instapaper is no exception, adding several new features this week but also moving to a freemium business model. What this means for users is that the universal iOS app can now be downloaded for free --with the old subscription package being renamed to Instapaper … [Read more...] about Instapaper for iOS Goes Freemium, Gets Updates
Surf the Web via SMS Using Cosmos for Android
The next time you are waiting in line somewhere and trying to pass the time for 28 seconds, complaining about the speed of the Internet on your smartphone... keep in mind that there are a lot of countries in the world where there are no proper data connections. As smartphone manufacturers start building less expensive Android One devices in many of these countries, finding ways … [Read more...] about Surf the Web via SMS Using Cosmos for Android
Spotify Delivers Streaming Music to Amazon Fire TV
Spotify fans in the US, with a premium subscription, now have an additional incentive to enjoy the popular music streaming service: full support for Amazon Fire TV. For those who may not be familiar already, Spotify offers on-demand access to more than 20 million songs instantly (with no Internet connection required and no interruption for advertisements). In their launch … [Read more...] about Spotify Delivers Streaming Music to Amazon Fire TV
Disney, Twitch.tv and Others Added to Chromecast
Chromecast is enjoying increasing support from app developers, which is good news for those of us with Android devices and the desire to make them interact with our televisions. Thanks to recent updates, this capability has been added to: Twitch.tv, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD, iHeartRadio, and DramaFever. What will you enjoy with these apps? With the three … [Read more...] about Disney, Twitch.tv and Others Added to Chromecast
Avenged Sevenfold Plans Rock and RPG in Hail to the King: Deathbat
If you are fans of the music by Avenged Sevenfold, and you really like the horror genre, news that the band is about to release a new action-RPG game for your iOS and Android devices will be very exciting. In Hail to the King: Deathbat you are invited to fight your way through Nightmare and Bat Country, parts of an animated web series already developed and … [Read more...] about Avenged Sevenfold Plans Rock and RPG in Hail to the King: Deathbat
Fight Off The Sinister Six in Spider-Man Unlimited for Android
There are plenty of action hero games available in the mobile world, but few that capture the true essence of their comic book beginnings. In Spider-Man Unlimited, Gameloft has found a way to marry an action-packed arcade adventure game with the hand-drawn charm of a classic Marvel comic. The aim of the game is to defeat the Sinister Six. They have opened a dimensional … [Read more...] about Fight Off The Sinister Six in Spider-Man Unlimited for Android
Design and Sell Custom Merchandise with Makr iOS App
If you are feeling equal parts creative and entrepreneurial, Makr by Happy Media could be the app you need to succeed (using only your phone). Using your own visual identity or logo, create custom swag (like t-shirts, tote bags, or temporary tattoos). Once your items are mocked-up and looking just right, you can then sell your merchandise in the built-in online store (letting … [Read more...] about Design and Sell Custom Merchandise with Makr iOS App
Microsoft Demos New Windows 9 Start Menu
Microsoft is no stranger to making huge mistakes with their Windows operating system. Beginning with Windows ME many moons ago, we all learned to be skeptical of the next best version that they have promised us. Even worse, some of us got so tired of Windows updates and service packs that we made the move to Apple and Mac OS. In a best effort to win back market-share and beg … [Read more...] about Microsoft Demos New Windows 9 Start Menu