Teens Tweaks

App of the Day: Instagram

2012-04-15T15:45:00.002-07:00

It's here! Instagram has finally been released for Android devices. This social network app lets you share your life through photos! This is going to be big, so get it now at the Google Play Store.

An App You Must Have: Cloud Print

2012-04-01T10:53:00.001-07:00

If you are looking for a solution for printing documents, pictures, web pages, etc. from your Android device, then look no further than Cloud Print. This app provides all the tools you need to print to your nearest wireless printer, or a computer connected to Google's Cloud Print service (which will need Google Chrome to be open on a computer). This might not solve all your problems, but it is one giant leap forward in terms of printing accessibility! This app is still in beta mode, so there will be much more stability to come in the near future. Get it now at the Google Play Store for free.

App of the Day: ASTRO File Manager

2012-03-24T16:16:00.000-07:00

Astro File Manager is one of the best file managers around! Not only does it provide easy access to every folder and file on your Android device, there are also plenty of tools that come with it, such as the app manager, the task manager, and its own cloud file system! If you are a file fan, you should look no further than ASTRO! Get it now at the Google Play Store!

App of the Day: Stardunk

2011-07-26T15:30:00.000-07:00

Stardunk brings basketball to outer space with your earthling rivals! Bring your competition to the stars with the game you know and become the best player of the universe. Whether you're playing with your friends by your side or against you, the game will bring entertainment to your phone. Get it now from the Android Market or the iTunes App Store!

App of the Day: Titanium Backup

2011-07-22T12:55:00.000-07:00

Titanium Backup will let you make backups of all your apps and their data, so you will never lose your save data from Angry Birds or any other app! It stores all the data into your SD card, so it will always be in your phone ready to be restored. For ease of use, there are batch file options to do everything at once; restore and backup all you want! Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: They Need to be Fed

2011-07-21T21:47:00.000-07:00

They Need to be Fed introduces a feeding frenzy to keep some monsters full! In this interactive game, the objective is to feed some monsters by moving them through a world full of food with your phone's touch screen. It is fun for anyone of all skills since in this world, you can never fall off! You simply keep falling into another plane, which leads to another plane, etc. By keeping your monster full, you can go on into new worlds and harder levels! Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Gameboid

2011-07-14T00:00:00.001-07:00

Remember those classic games from your Gameboy series of game players? Well, there's now an app to play all those cherished games from the past. Not only will you be able to use a fully functional keypad to control your games, you can also use bluetooth to connect a controller of your own! Of course, with the Pro version, you will be able to save your state anytime! Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Cut the Rope

2011-07-14T00:00:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a more innocent and friendly game, then look no further than Cut the Rope! This addicting game introduces a character named a creature named Om Nom the candy he so desperately wants! All you need to do is cut the rope that it is hanging from. As you progress, obstacles start to get in the way, and the game becomes more challenging. From breaking bubbles to collecting stars, it's more than just feeding your Om Nom! Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Digitally Imported Radio

2011-07-13T11:15:00.000-07:00

Electronic fans rejoice: Digitally Imported Radio brings the the electronic music party to your Android device. World-famous DJs and artist have brought together one of the biggest compilations of music in one little app, where you can stream the hottest electronic music. You can find a variety of different genres, from trance to ambient music. The app has a fully accessible interface that gives you information as well as music, giving you insight on the music you're listening to. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Urban Dictionary

2011-07-12T12:00:00.000-07:00

If you've lived in a place long enough, you might know all the urban slang and phrases that may happen there. But if you are going somewhere new, you will probably not know what they're talking about. Unfortunately, a standard dictionary won't help you there. By getting the Urban Dictionary app, you are preparing yourself for whatever may appear in a conversation. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: The Periodic Table

2011-07-11T22:44:00.000-07:00

For the scientific minds, the Periodic Table gives you all the elements and its properties. Giving you the full chart, you can easily access your desired element and read up on everything there is to know about it. Additionally, there is a little fun fact for every element in the periodic table, just to give a little extra juice to your brain's hard drive. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Bluetooth File Transfer

2011-07-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

Take advantage of your bluetooth's capabilities now with Bluetooth File Transfer. It lets two smartphones or Android devices send files to each other via a bluetooth connection. This is a very fast method of data transfer, so you don't have to worry about transferring huge amounts of data. For the transfer to work, though, both devices have to be running the app with the same port number, and for your information, it's an Android app. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Google Sky Maps

2011-07-09T23:07:00.000-07:00

Google Sky Maps brings you the night sky to your phone, giving you the entire map of the heavenly bodies. It is perfect for camping, staying out for the night, or if you're just plain curious! By simply pointing your device at the sky, Sky Maps will show you what lies ahead, including constellations and its stars. You can find planets and even the Sun (although it is obvious) and much much more! If you are curious, then get it now from the Android Market.

App of the Day: PapiJump

2011-07-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

The classic jumping game has made a phenomenal hit in the mobile industry. Control Papi has he continually jumps higher and higher from platform to platform. As you get to the top, the number of platforms start to diminish, and you are more likely to fall out and lose. This game takes a little practice, and you will be a PapiMaster soon enough. Get it now from the Android Market or the iTunes App Store!

App Purchases in US Are Mostly Games

2011-07-07T22:10:00.000-07:00

According to studies by Nielsen, app purchases are mostly game-related. On all the mobile platforms combined, about 64 percent of testers bought a game. The other popular apps were weather, social networking, and navigation related. So, Nielsen has concluded that people are mostly using their smartphones not for business, developing, or education, but for games!

App of the Day: Tuner - gStrings

2011-07-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

You are a musician trying to tune your musical device, but you can't seem to get it right. If have you an Android device, you can simply use gStrings to get the correct pitch to make your musical instrument perfectly tuned. gStrings gives you the correct pitch you are looking for, and it makes the frustrating task of tuning a little less frustrating. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Sketchbook Mobile

2011-07-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

The ultimate painting tools are on the tips of your hands (literally) with Sketchbook Mobile, the professional-grade painting app that lets you become creative on-the-go! The app includes an intuitive interface with everything hidden while you are focused, but when you need something new, the tools are ready to serve you. You don't need to worry about the accuracy or the touch screen because once you calibrate it, everything should work perfectly. If you are getting excited already, get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: Offi

2011-07-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Today's app of the day features a public transportation solution for many people who routinely use them. This "public transport buddy" lets you be in charge of your public transportation by giving you all the information you need for your transport service including: departure times, nearby stations, directions, a network map, and more! It currently supports a whole range of countries and cities all around the globe, from the United Kingdom to San Francisco, making it one of the most globally used and popular transportation apps around. For a full list of supported regions and to get Offi, make a visit to the Android Market!

App of the Day: Nyan Cat Game

2011-07-04T00:00:00.000-07:00

If you haven't already heard, the Nyan Cat has become all the rage over the Internet. Simply put, it's a cut 8-bit animation of a cat with a pop-tart body that flies through space singing "Nyanyanyanyanyan!" Basically in the game version of the cat that has captured the imagination of people of all ages all over the world, you need to catch 500 stars for the kitty. If you haven't heard yet, the Nyan Cat is the word. Get it now from the Android Market!

App of the Day: TapFish

2011-07-03T12:00:00.000-07:00

Care for and own an endless amount of fish of all sorts with this virtual aquarium called TapFish. This app lets you take care of a tank of fish, where you feed, breed, and sell them to buy more fish! As you gain more money, you can buy even more exotic and rare fish that you can sometimes breed with others to get a surprise! Best of all, everything is saved online, so you will never lose your precious clown fish. If you like the idea of a virutal aquarium, then get TapFish now from the Android Market!

Facebook to Announce Video Chat Next Week (powered by Skype)

2011-07-02T15:50:00.000-07:00

According to an anonymous source, Facebook will announce that it will be supporting video chat which will be powered by the voIP powerhouse itself, Skype. It will be a browser-based app with an extra desktop component. This service is one long-awaited by many Facebook users, and it will surely be widely used when released. Mark Zuckerburg has sent out invites to his headquarters for a new "unknown" announcement from his team from Seattle. Now, since Skype is now owned under Microsoft, there are surely more exciting news planned out for the future.

App of the Day: Postagram

2011-07-02T12:00:00.000-07:00

Today's app features one of the most creative and extremely practical ones in the mobile industry. Postagram features a new way to use those pictures in your social networking sites such as Facebook and Myspace. With Postagram, you can now have those pictures printed with its fast and cheap service! Essentially, you choose your pictures, customize the size, add a note, and have them printed by Postagram and sent to you within a few days. You only pay a measly sum of 99¢ for most pictures to get printed and sent to you! This revolutionary app can be a great gift for your folks, and you do not need to worry about the payment or shipment, because Postagram's efficient service gets your pictures where you want them ASAP. The hassle-free easy-for-you postal pictures app is now ready to serve you. Get it now from the Android Market or the iTunes App Store!

App of the Day: Calorie Counter

2011-07-01T21:56:00.000-07:00

It is essential to know the amount and the types of food you take every day in order to become aware of your health and well-being. Calorie Counter is a health app that calculates all the intakes of your day and gives you a total of all the different types of energy you have consumed, whether it being carbs, fat, or protein. It also gives you the calorie intake of the day, and tells you whether that is healthy or not depending
on your physical features. Calorie Counter also has a whole database of common restaurant and off-the-counter foods that you can find more information on, including how much calories it has and its ingredients. You can use these as a reference to your daily intake, as well, making your total intake calculations much more easier to calculate every day. The clean, smooth interface of the app really does encourage users to come back and use it every day. You can take better care of your health now by getting Calorie Counter from the Android Market or the iTunes App Store!

App of the Day: APNdroid

2011-06-30T15:30:00.000-07:00

If you don't have a data plan and don't plan on ever paying a penny for extra data charges, APNdroid can help prevent any hidden data fees from appearing on your bill. You can turn off every APN that connects to your data or data roaming networks and makes sure you cannot access your mobile networks. It's pretty neat because you know you're not going to use it anyways. To save yourself from potential data costs, get APNdroid now from the Android Market!

Google+ Beta Released

2011-06-29T00:21:00.000-07:00

Google+, an attempt by Google to make its name into the social networking industry, has been released in its beta mode. Right now, it mimics features other social networking sites like Facebook and Myspace have on their services such as the like button (Plus One in Google+), notifications, and sharing of all kinds of media.

The hit feature called "Circles" is a new way of making specific groups of people. For example, if you wanted a group with only the females in your company, you would make that circle, and within that circle, you can share media and conversations exclusive to that group. You can add or remove contacts in the group, giving that feeling of high-school cliques and their exclusive system. Google will give you suggestions of contacts to add to your group based on algorithmic patterns, and you have the decision to add anyone you want. It's pretty neat but can also be used to shut others out..

The "Sparks" feature is another step from the RSS feed, where you can share what you like with your friends and Circles. Now that anything can be shared to anyone, Google+ will actually make a new impact on the social networking business. With your RSS feeds right on your social networking site, you can read your news and talk to your family and friends at the same time.
There is also "Hangout" feature lets you chat with more than one friend in a conversation mode. You can share stuff, send messages, and simply "hang out." These new features, never before fully integrated by other social networking sites, will surely be a hit to its users when it is released.

Now, the hard part is getting people to use this service. It's hard to imagine Google+ being a social networking site right now because of so little people using it, but Google aims to bring more users into this new service. It's a well-developed, smooth, and accessible to the average user, so it does have a shot. We will see in the near future.