HTC is making several of its apps available, including Blinkfeed, in the Google Play Store. This is a positive move considering rolling out updates will be much easier now that the company won’t have to wait for a major Android update to include updates to its own apps. Motorola has adopted a similar strategy with several of its key apps, including Touchless Control and … [Read more...] about HTC BlinkFeed Makes Play Store Debut
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Apps Magazine Dedicated to Apps Goes Entirely Digital
Apps Magazine happens to be one of the most sought after magazines dedicated entirely to apps. Ironically, the magazine had lacked a native digital edition so far, but the leadership behind the magazine has stated they intend to go entirely digital from now on. The company has so far been coming up with just a digital clone of the print version, but not any more. The new … [Read more...] about Apps Magazine Dedicated to Apps Goes Entirely Digital
Freemium Apps Prove Beneficial For Google, Apple App Stores
A new report by app analysis firm Distimo has brought an interesting revelation, that freemium apps are far more popular than anything else. Freemium apps are those that are available free, though users are required to pay to enjoy advanced services or features. It appears that is how users tend to spend, with an overwhelming 98 percent of revenue in the Google Play Store … [Read more...] about Freemium Apps Prove Beneficial For Google, Apple App Stores
Calvin and Hobbes eBook Debuts at Amazon, B&N, and iTunes
Calvin & Hobbes, the famous comic series has finally entered the digital realm. This applies to three titles as of now: The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, and The Authoritative Calvin and Hobbes which makes up the most read and treasured titles of the comic strip. The three volumes, which have been priced at $13, also covers the majority … [Read more...] about Calvin and Hobbes eBook Debuts at Amazon, B&N, and iTunes
Google eBook Launches in South Africa
Google has included South Africa as the list of nations that have access to its online book store. With this, it is now 39 countries world wide that will have access to the Google online ebook store. Users will have access to millions of ebook titles that include both bestsellers and classics with everything in between. Also, the other inherent benefit is that users can read … [Read more...] about Google eBook Launches in South Africa
Disney Launches Interactive Storytelling Apps For Kids At Google Play Store
Disney Publishing Worldwide today announced the launch of their story telling apps on the Google Play Store, paving the way for the apps to be available to Android users. As of now, there will be eight apps that will debut at the Google Play Store though more apps from the Walt Disney Company’s franchises will be made available in due time. "This launch is a natural next … [Read more...] about Disney Launches Interactive Storytelling Apps For Kids At Google Play Store
App Store Revenue: Google Play Store Registers Steady Growth, Though Apple App Store Still Dominating
Gadget sales only make a company money once, and that's if the devices aren't sold at cost, but the app stores account for a sustained source of steady income. That is how things stand for the biggies in the business, with Apple raking in $1.48 billion from sales via its App Store during the first quarter of the year. That accounts for a dominating 74 percent of the $2.2 … [Read more...] about App Store Revenue: Google Play Store Registers Steady Growth, Though Apple App Store Still Dominating
Google Play Store Updated with a New Look
Google has come up with an update for its Play Store that promises to make things simpler and more organized than ever before. Google claims the entire operation has been designed to ensure anyone who makes it to the Play Store gets finds what they are looking for in the most hassle free manner. Towards this, the changes that have been introduced include bigger images and … [Read more...] about Google Play Store Updated with a New Look
Google Introduces eBook Section to Google Play for India
Google has launched its ebook section at its online store Google Play for users in India. With this, India's avid reders will now be able to buy and download ebooks from the Google Play store, which boasts of a collection of more than 4 million titles right now. With this, Google has also made available the Play Books app, which is compatible with both Android and iOS. Users … [Read more...] about Google Introduces eBook Section to Google Play for India