Android 5.0 Lollipop demonstrated on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Samsung, like many other manufacturers are hard at work readying Android 5.0 Lollipop for their top shelf devices.Both the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 are expected to be updated to the next version of Android, but the following video and screenshots give us a sneak peak of Lollipop running on the Galaxy Note 3.

HTC One M8 receives Android 4.4.4 update with HTC EYE Experience in India

The HTC One M8 users in India, are now getting the Android 4.4.4 KitKat software update, which includes the HTC EYE Experience. The update which is being pushed out OTA (over-the-air) is reportedly around 300MB in size and brings the 3.35.720.1 software version.

Sony offers free movies to Xperia Z3 owners in select regions

Sony is offering three movies for free to those who own an Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact or an Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. Unfortunately this offer is not available worldwide, but only to customers in the US, UK, France and Spain. 

[Android app] NOOK Audiobook by Barnes and Noble now available on Google Play

Barnes and Noble has just released their NOOK Audiobooks for Android app on the Google Play Store. The app allows users to have books read out loud on their Android phones or tablets. This is perfect for those on a long commute who need to catch on on their reading.

You can download the app directly on your Android device through the Google Play Store or by using the following link:

Google Nexus 9 with LTE coming to T-Mobile in December

T-Mobile started selling the Google Nexus 6 smartphone today, to its customers and is also hoping to offer the Google Nexus 9 tablet very soon. The un-carrier confirmed that the LTE version of the tablet will be available in stores from early December, but didn't give any specific dates.

Google Nexus 6 now available at T-Mobile

After a short delay, the Google Nexus 6 is now available for purchase on T-Mobile. The first Motorola built Nexus runs Android 5.0 Lollipop and offers flagship hardware, with a premium design but comes at a higher price than Nexus devices are known for.

Android One devices to receive Android 5.0 Lollipop next month

Google launched the Android One initiative as a way to bring affordable smartphones to users in emerging markets. Android One devices run on stock Android and are supposed to get quick updates to the latest version of the platform. While the Nexus series and Google Play Edition may be higher on Google's update priority, it looks the the Android One devices are next in line for Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Meizu MX4 Pro officially announced with QHD display, 20nm Exynos chip, 20.7MP camera, and fingerprint scanner

After months of speculation, the Meizu MX4 Pro was finally made official, as a more powerful variant of the Meizu MX4. The device design is mostly similar to the MX4 but is more powerful, with a slightly larger frame, bigger display and a redesigned home button which houses a fingerprint scanner.

T-Mobile announces free tablet offer, and BOGO MetroPCS smartphone deal

Its the holiday season and T-Mobile is in the giving mood. The un-carrier has announced that it's going to give away free tablets and smartphones to its customers.

On November 21, existing T-Mobile customers can visit a participating stores and get the Alcatel ONETOUCH Pop 7 for $0 down and $0 payments. That means that the customer will only end up paying the sales tax on the device. The offer will be opened up to everyone on November 22.

Nokia Store will be replaced with Opera Mobile Store on certain Nokia devices

Since Microsoft purchased Nokia's Devices and Services division earlier this year, they have been removing Nokia's branding, from all the product lines that they now own. As part of this transition, Microsoft has come to an agreement with Opera, to replace the Nokia Store on some of its Nokia devices with the Opera Mobile Store.

Nokia N1 officially announced, an Android tablet priced at $249

Nokia has been teasing something inside a mysterious black box, hinting that they were up to something. Now the company has revealed their big secret, the Nokia N1 - a compact, stylish and inexpensive Android tablet.

[Android app] Nokia Z Launcher (beta) arrives on Google Play Store

The Nokia Z Launcher was originally announced back in June, and has been been privately available for testing until now. The Z Launcher is an innovative solution from Nokia's emerging platforms group, which replaces the multiple Android homescreens with a single screen of dynamic apps. The list of apps will change over time based on a users particular needs.

You can download the newest beta directly on your device through the Google Play Store or by using the following link:

[Android app] Google Keep updated with note sharing and real-time collaboration

Google Keep for Android is a easy to use app that makes taking notes and making to-do lists easier. Google Keep has now been updated, with some useful collaboration features to enhance the way you use the app.

You can download the update directly on your Android device through the Google Play Store. You can also download the update and find out what's new after the break

Feedly updated for iOS and Android

The news feed reader app Feedly has been updated for iOS and Android with a few new features and improvements. Feedly allows you to curate, read and share your favorite RSS feeds from online blogs, Youtube channels, and news sites

You can now now root Android 5.0 Lollipop on all Nexus devices

Have you been holding off updating to Android 5.0 Lollipop in fear of losing your root access? Fortunately there is no need to worry anymore as ChainFire, has managed to obtain administrator privileges on all modern Nexus devices, including the Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 (2012 and 2013), Nexus 9, and Nexus 10.

What if Nokia had used Android instead of Windows Phone for its smartphones

In an interview with BBC (from February 2011) Nokia's then CEO Stephen  Elop and Microsoft's former CEO Steve Ballmer, we heard Elop admit that Nokia "spent time with colleagues at Google" to explore the Android ecosystem, while also checking out what Windows Phone had to offer. Here's what some of the popular Lumia smartphones may have looked like if Nokia had chosen to go with Android instead of Windows Phone.

Google Play Edition devices will receive Android 5.0 Lollipop "early next week"

When Google first unveiled Android 5.0 Lollipop last month, they promised to bring the update to their Nexus and Google Play Edition (GPE) devices within weeks. Now that the Nexus devices started receiving Lollipop a few days ago, it looks like the company has shifted its focus to its GPE devices.

Android 5.0 Lollipop demonstrated on the Motorola Moto G (2014)

Google has started rolling out the Android 5.0 Lollipop update to its Nexus devices, but Motorola managed to beat the Android maker by releasing the latest version of the platform for some of its own devices. Here's a look at Lollipop running on the Motorola Moto G (2014).

Google's Project Tango tablet with 4GB of RAM appears on Google Play Store

Google's ATAP (Advanced Technologies and Projects) Team, who are known for Project Ara are also responsible for Project Tango - a smartphone or tablet that makes use of two rear cameras and two sensors to create a 3D model of your surroundings. Today, the first Project Tango tablet was made available on the Play Store.

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge now available in the US through most carriers for $399.99 on-contract

The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, with its unique side display is now available in the US through most major carriers. Unfortunately it comes at quite a cost, with prices starting at $399.99 on contract or a whopping $900 off-contract.