Monday, December 12, 2011

Now Available | Top 40 Android Apps for Android Phones [2011]

Although Apple’s iPhone has dominated the market share for years, Google now owns a substantial portion too with their Android operating system. With a plethora of apps to select from we have selected some top notch apps from this huge Android market. Following is a list of the best-of-the-best apps that are available in the Android market either for free or are paid.


Top 5 PAID Android Apps for Android Phones [2011]

EasyTether :


Tether to Windows, Mac OS X, Ubuntu, ps3, wii, xbox. No root. No tether fees.
RUN THE APP ON YOUR PHONE AND FOLLOW THE SETUP WIZARD.
It shares your phone Internet connection with PC (Windows 7/Vista/XP 64-bit/32-bit, Mac OS X, Ubuntu, Fedora 13+). EasyTether works via USB.
Remove other EasyTether versions before installation.

Beautiful Widgets :


Beautiful set of widgets including clock+weather, with some toggles
Beautiful set of Widgets containing clock widget, clock and weather widget, weather widgets, date widgets and toggle widgets with skins/themes support! Now with more widgets and layouts!

Plume Premium for Twitter :


Plume Premium (formerly known as Touiteur) is a key that will remove the sponsored contents in the free version of our twitter client. You will experience Plume ad-free and will support further development!
Important Note: You need to KEEP Plume for Twitter installed, this application just remove the ads, and will not pollute your phone!

Vignette :


Vignette: Add film and camera effects to your photos.
• 84 effects & 59 frames
• Retro/vintage styles
• LOMO/Diana/Holga toy camera styles
• Polaroid/instant camera styles
• Cross-process, tilt-shift, photobooth, double exposure and more.

More Icons Widget :


Never run out of screen icon space again. Place 16 icons in the place of 4!
More Icons Widget is a home screen widget that allows you to add more icons onto your home screen. You can place up to 16 icons in the place of 4. Never run out of home screen space again!
Seven widget sizes both horizontal and veritcle:
1x1, 1x2, 1x3, 1x4, 2x1, 3x1, 4x1
Place 16 icons in the 1x4 and 4x1.
Place 12 icons in the 1x3 and 3x1.
Place 8 icons in the 1x2 and 2x1.
Place 4 icons in the 1x1.



Top 35 FREE Android Apps for Android Phones [2011]

Seesmic (Facebook, Twitter) :

The best way to manage your social networks in a simple app.
Seesmic is the best way to manage your social networks in one powerful and yet simple app. You can see and update your Facebook, Twitter, Google Buzz and Salesforce Chatter accounts all at the same time, search and get notifications for new messages! You can share photos, videos and location using the service of your choice like Plixi, yFrog, TwitPic and even YouTube. We also include a widget so you won’t ever miss a single update, from any service.
Download It..!

Facebook for Android :

Share and stay connected with your friends with the Facebook for Android app.
Facebook for Android helps you connect with your friends and share on the go. Upload a photo, keep up with friends’ photos and status updates, look up a phone number, and more – right from your Android device.
Download It..!

ASTRO File Manager :

ASTRO File Manager helps organize your pictures, music, videos and other files.
Welcome to ASTRO 3.0. This version allows you to choose icon sets called "themes" from many colors. Features include: file management, file and/or app backup, image and text viewers, networking, Bluetooth, SFTP, Zip/ Tar, downloader, thumbnails, search files, application manager, task manager, attachments and more.
Download It..!

Google Sky Map :

Google Sky Map turns your Android-powered device into a window on the night sky.
Google Sky Map turns your Android-powered mobile phone into a window on the night sky.
Download It..!

Layar :

Get more out of AR!
Layar is a mobile app for discovering information about the world around you. Using Augmented Reality (AR) technology, Layar displays digital information called “layers” into your smartphone’s field of vision.
With the introduction of Layar Vision, these layers can now recognize real-world objects and display digital AR experiences on top of them. Interact with the world around you by scanning images, such as magazines, restaurant menus and advertising posters with Layar Vision.
Download It..!

Foursquare :

Foursquare helps you explore the world around you. Keep up with friends, get insider tips, and unlock discounts and rewards.
While on the go, you can easily tell friends where you are, share pictures, get their comments ("I'm right around the corner, I'll stop by to say hello"), and get insider tips ("order the Lobster Ravioli; it's the best dish by far."). Tons of places offer discounts and freebies to foursquare users, and you earn points and badges for doing the things you love.
Download It..!

WordPress :

Write new posts, edit content, and manage comments on your WordPress blog.
WordPress for Android is an Open Source app that empowers you to write new posts, edit content, view stats, and manage comments with built-in notifications.
WordPress for Android supports both WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress (3.0 or higher) blogs.
Download It..!

Google Goggles :

Search the real world by taking a picture.
Search by taking a picture. Goggles uses image recognition technology to recognize objects and return relevant search results. Identifies products, famous landmarks, storefronts, artwork, and popular images found online. Goggles can translate words in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese & Russian.
Download It..!

AppMonster :

Application Manager for Android
AppMonster is the Application Manager for Android.
With AppMonster you can easily manage your apps. Enjoy features like backup, restore, uninstall, install from SD card, share and much more.
Let the AppMonster support you after phone reset or switch to a new phone.
Download It..!

Skyfire Web Browser 4.0 :

Skyfire Browser makes your mobile web experience richer, smarter and more fun!
Skyfire is the world’s smartest & most social mobile browser!
TechCrunch - Best Android Apps of All Time (Ranked #2)
Appolicious/Yahoo - Best Android Apps of All Time (Ranked #2)
Welcome to the First Mobile Browser for the Social Networking Generation.
What's in Skyfire Mobile Browser?
• Flash Video
• User Agent Switching
• Facebook QuickView
• Fireplace Feed Reader
• Popular Pages
• Related Ideas
• Skyfire OneTouch Search
• Facebook Like Button
• Twitter Integration
• Sports, News & Finance Buttons
• Google Reader
Download It..!

Evernote :

Evernote is an easy-to-use, free app that helps you remember everything across all of the devices you use. Stay organized, save your ideas and improve productivity. Evernote lets you take notes, capture photos, create to-do lists, record voice reminders--and makes these notes completely searchable, whether you are at home, at work, or on the go.
Download It..!

Google Maps :

Download the latest release of Google Maps, and never carry a paper map again.
Get Google Maps with Navigation (Beta), Places, and Latitude
*Navigation: Free, voice-guided GPS navigation system
*Places: Find, rate, and get recommendations for places
*Latitude: See friends on the map and check in at places
Download It..!

Catch Notes :
Catch is a free, feature-packed app that allows you to capture your ideas and experiences across all your devices with secure auto-syncing to the cloud. Capture photos, jot notes, record voice memos, map your location and attach reminders.  And now private and shared Streams lets you gather your notes into collections which can be used as a personal private folders or shared as a private, collaborative spaces.
Download It..!

Dropbox :

Dropbox lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere.
Dropbox is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere. After you install Dropbox on your computer, any file you save to your Dropbox will automatically save to all your computers, your Android device, and even the Dropbox website! With the Dropbox app, you can take everything that matters to you on the go.
Read your docs or flip through your albums when you're out and about. Save photos or videos to your Dropbox and share them with friends in just a couple taps. Even if you accidentally leave your Android in a taxi, your stuff is always safe on Dropbox.
Download It..!

Amazon Mobile for Android :

The Amazon Mobile app allows customers to search, shop, compare prices, read reviews and make a purchase right from their mobile device. Now customers are able to shop any of Amazon's sites around the world from a single app. It also allows customers to scan a barcode for instant details on pricing and availability. Amazon customers have full access to their existing basket, wish lists, payment and shipping options, order history, 1-Click settings and Prime membership benefits. Purchases made through Amazon Mobile are routed through Amazon's secure servers just as they are on the web.
Download It..!

TweetDeck (Twitter, Facebook) :

TweetDeck is your social browser for Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare and Buzz.
TweetDeck is your mobile browser for staying in touch with what's happening on Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare and Buzz. TweetDeck makes it easy to stay up to date and organized no matter where you are.
(A Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare or Buzz account is required)
Download It..!

Kindle :

Kindle books on your phone including thousands of free books. No Kindle required
Read books on your phone, including thousands of free Kindle books. The Kindle app puts over a million books at your fingertips. It’s the app for every reader, whether you’re a book reader, magazine reader, or newspaper reader—and you don’t need to own a Kindle to use it. Choose from over a million Kindle books from the Kindle Store or enjoy popular magazines like The Economist and Reader’s Digest with high-resolution color images.*
Download It..!

Blogger :

Start blogging on the go with the official Blogger app!
Experience the official version of the Blogger app.
You can easily publish posts with pictures, labels and location information. Also, you can view the list of posts and if you have multiple accounts or blogs, you can easily switch between them.
Blogging on the go is made easy with the Blogger app.
Download It..!

Google Voice :

Make cheap international calls with your Google number. Send free text messages.
Place calls and send text messages showing your Google number. Listen to voicemail and read transcripts. Currently only available in the US.
IMPORTANT: You must open Google Voice at least once after upgrading to route calls.
Download It..!

Adobe Photoshop Express :

Edit and share photos virtually anywhere. Access them all on Photoshop.com
Edit and share photos virtually anywhere. Touch to crop, rotate, adjust color, and add artistic effects. Access all your photos and videos directly from your free Photoshop.com account. Quickly share with family and friends. Requires SD card. By downloading you agree to the Terms of Use at www.photoshop.com/misc/terms.html
Download It..!

Swype :


With one continuous finger or stylus motion across the screen keyboard, the patented technology enables users to input words faster and easier than other data input methods - at over 40 words per minute.

The application is designed to work across a variety of devices such as phones, tablets, game consoles, kiosks, televisions, virtual screens, and more.
Download It..!

Dolphin Browser™ HD :

Powerful, Fast & Elegant web browser for Android 2.0.1+.Browsing made wonderful.
Dolphin Browser HD is the FASTEST, EASIEST and most FUN mobile browser.
Download It..!

RockPlayer Lite :

RockPlayer is high performance, almost all formats media player with a lot of functions. It saves your time and disk space to transcoding or format converting. Just put your video on sdcard or click the URL in browser to watch it.
It load .srt external subtitle with same name of video automatically and support .m3u playlist.
Download It..!

JuiceDefender Ultimate :


Battery life too good to be true!
For battery life just too good to be true, JuiceDefender Ultimate employs a ton of advanced, fully customizable and really effective power saving features.
Absolute control for the highest energy efficiency: try the ultimate battery saving experience!
JuiceDefender is a powerful yet easy to use power manager app specifically designed to extend the battery life of your Android device. Packed with smart functions, it automatically and transparently manages the most battery draining components, like 3G/4G connectivity and WiFi.
Download It..!

Kik Messenger :


Kik Messenger is the totally free, crazy-fast cross-platform messenger app that connects you to your friends in real-time. Use Kik to chat, share pictures privately, plan outings with groups, and stay connected to the people who matter most to you.
Download It..!

Lookout Security & Antivirus :


Protect your phone with award-winning security & antivirus from Lookout
Lookout is lightweight, free antivirus for Android.
Get Lookout for the free antivirus protection you need along with free find my phone, data backup, and more!
Download It..!

Netflix :


Supports Android 2.2, 2.3, and 3.x in the USA, Canada, and Latin America.
Download the free Netflix app to instantly watch TV shows & movies streaming from Netflix.
Download It..!

Comics :

The only comics store and reader with Marvel Comics and DC Comics on Android!
The largest digital comic library (over 14,000 comics, over 600 free. Publishers include Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image, IDW, Archie & many more!
Download It..!

Shazam :


Hear a song you don't know? Shazam identifies it instantly. Free and Unlimited.
Free and Unlimited usage: Shazam identifies music instantly, so tag as often as you like with no monthly limits!
NEW: LyricPlay™ :See full-screen lyrics that play in time to the music you’re tagging - learn the lyrics you thought you knew.
Shazam is the quickest and easiest way to discover more about music. Hold your phone up to the music to identify a track, buy it, watch the video, get the lyrics, play in Spotify and more!
Download It..!

Barcode Scanner :


Scan barcodes on products then look up prices and reviews. You can also scan Data Matrix and QR Codes containing URLs, contact info, etc.
Also share your contacts, apps, and bookmarks via QR Code. This is why contacts permissions are needed.
Download It..!

Advanced Task Killer :


*Uninstall and reinstall can fix Force Close issue*
*Go to menu and send bug report to us if you have any issues*
Advanced Task Killer is also known as ATK. It is a tool to kill applications running.
-Ignore List
-One tap widget
-Auto kill
-Customize item height
ATK is often used to kill app and clean memory. We do suggest people use ATK manually kill apps instead of auto killing app.
Download It..!

TuneIn Radio :


Browse and listen to radio -- live, local and global.
Listen to the world.
TuneIn is a new way to listen to the world through live local and global radio from wherever you are. Whether you want music, sports, news or current events, TuneIn offers over 50,000 stations and 1.2 million on-demand streams for you to choose from. The TuneIn Radio app lets you take this entire experience with you on your Android device.
Download It..!

gvSIG Mini Maps :


Many maps viewer. Location, share position, routes, searches, WMS, on/offline.
gvSIG Mini Maps allows you to browse and navigate with GPS a full set of free on/offline maps from your phone or tablet.
Download It..!

SharePrice :


The UK's leading app for investors. Research, monitor, trade.
Research, monitor and trade via the SharePrice app for Android.
Now you can buy and sell on the LSE market whilst on the move via your Android phone. Upgrade or open an account in under 5 minutes at www.shareprice.co.uk
Free contended Level1 LSE data, RNS (news), iii discussions, events, newswires from iii and CityAM, price alerts, portfolios, indicators.
Download It..!

London Tube Status :


- CHANGED APP ICON, to not be the official TFL tube logo
- Fixed problem of tube status widget not updating
- New location based live departures display
- Fixed DLR live departures
Download It..!
Take a look at : Now Available | Top 10 Apps for iPhone 4S [2011]
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Just In | Apple VS Samsung : Patent War [Infographic]

The biggest legal battle between the two giants of the technology industry - APPLE & SAMSUNG - is still on! In this long and hard fought battle between these 2 rivals, where Apple had filed for patent infringement, claiming that Samsung has copied its iPhone and iPad designs asking for a ban on Samsung's products, a final result on who copied whom is still awaited.


Patent is a form of intellectual property. It consists of a set of exclusive rights granted by a sovereign state to an inventor or their assignee for a limited period of time in exchange for the public disclosure of an invention.


Apple has accused Samsung of slavishly copying its iPhone and iPad designs and is trying to stop Samsung from selling Galaxy phones and tablets as the sales of Samsung's products has directly affected the sales of Apple products. Following this, Apple had filed for patent infringement on Samsung in courts worldwide, seeking ban on Samsung products in some countries and is still striving hard to get them banned in others.

While this patent war has resulted in a ban on Samsung's products in Germany and Netherlands, Apple too had too give up its source code of iPhone 4S which exploited its technology which was kept under the wraps till now.

Take a look through the infographic below to study the roots and progression of the Apple VS Samsung lawsuit :

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