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		<title>Apple&#8217;s all new iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2013 21:35:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mustafa A.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Apple made history today, releasing two different iPhone models in one day. The 5S and the new 5C. Traditionally they have only released one new model per year, but this year marks the first year that they announced two new phones. The iPhone 5S features ground breaking Touch ID fingerprint  sensor, and the new A7 [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Apple made history today, releasing two different iPhone models in one day. The 5S and the new 5C. Traditionally they have only released one new model per year, but this year marks the first year that they announced two new phones.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-5147" alt="iPhone 5S" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/iphone-5s.jpg" width="385" height="539" /></p>
<p>The<strong> iPhone 5S</strong> features ground breaking Touch ID fingerprint  sensor, and the new A7 Processor makes it <strong>the worlds first 64 bit smartphone</strong>. Here are more details about the 5S from Apple:</p>
<ul>
<li><em>With iPhone 5s, getting into your phone is faster, easier, and even a little futuristic. Introducing <strong>Touch ID — a new fingerprint identity sensor</strong>. </em><em>Put your finger on the Home button, and just like that your iPhone unlocks.</em></li>
<li>A7 makes iPhone 5s <strong>the first 64-bit smartphone in the world</strong> — that’s desktop-class architecture in a superslim phone. And because iOS 7 was built specifically for 64-bit, it’s uniquely designed to take advantage of the A7 chip.</li>
<li>Also features a Co-Processor, the M7 which allows the phone to handle certain tasks without even engaging the A7 chip.</li>
<li>The 5S Camera features a &#8220;<span style="font-size: 1em;"><span style="font-size: 1em;">Larger sensor. Larger pixels. Larger aperture. It also includes </span></span>Continuous burst mode, Slow-motion video and all new 2 tone flash for perfect lighting in all situations.</li>
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<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-5149" alt="iPhone 5C" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/iphone-5c.jpg" width="511" height="539" /></p>
<p>The <strong>iPhone 5C</strong> is a cheaper alternative, starting at $99. It is available in 5 different colors, and has a plastic case. Its other features include:</p>
<ul>
<li><span style="line-height: 13px;">A6 processor. </span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 13px;">8MP iSight camera  with 4-inch Retina display. </span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 13px;">Ultrafast LTE wireless. </span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 13px;">According to Apple, iPhone 5c has the things that made iPhone 5 an amazing phone — and more, including iOS 7. All in a completely new design that feels great in your hand.<br />
</span></li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="http://www.apple.com/iphone/">Read more about the new iPhones here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Part 2: 23 More Insanely Modded Game Consoles and Accessories</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2013 23:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ken M.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yeah!  Here we go again.  I’m glad you made it back for this round of our “Insanely Modded” saga!  We had so much fun compiling our first Game Console Mods list that we just knew there were  more dedicated gamers out there who were modding their game consoles in some of the coolest ways. So without [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yeah!  Here we go again.  I’m glad you made it back for this round of our “Insanely Modded” saga!  We had so much fun compiling <a href="http://thehottestgadgets.com/2008/05/25-game-console-mods-00294">our first Game Console Mods list</a> that we just knew there were  more dedicated gamers out there who were modding their game consoles in some of the coolest ways.</p>
<p>So without further ado, here are another 23 Insanely Modded Game Consoles for you to marvel at.  And when we say &#8220;insane&#8221; we mean insanely<em>-genius!</em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1.  <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2006/11/20/the-real-ps3-grill-cooks-food-delivers-lousy-gameplay/">PS3 George Foreman Grill</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5051" alt="Foreman Grill PS3" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Foreman-Grill-PS3.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>The PS3 George Foreman grill mod has to give a lot of props to the designer for his love of both Playstation and food!  It might be the perfect accessory to a man cave while entertaining company, eating some brats&#8217; and playing some Madden or Call of Duty against your bros.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2.  <a href="http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/12494/Suzuki-SXBox-Xbox-360-Concept-Car-Pictures/">Xbox 360 Car</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" alt="xbox 360 car" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/xbox-360-car.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>So someone decided to not only mod an Xbox 360, but then they decided to mod a Suzuki with that modded 360.  What happens when you do that?  You get the <i>Suzuki SX360</i>! There’s actually a projector that displays the game on the retractable hood!  The controller in the steering wheel and console dash give the car and console and ultra-sleek, ultra-modern, ultra-gaming look and theme.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">3.  <a href="http://globalgeeknews.com/2012/04/16/amazing-assassins-creed-playstation-3-console-mod-pic/">Assassin’s Creed PS3 Mod</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5048" alt="Assassins-Creed-PS3-Console-Mod" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Assassins-Creed-PS3-Console-Mod.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>It has a sword sticking out the top of it!  Are you kidding me?  This is an elaborate mod that brings the essence of thick, metaled armor to the forefront.  The candles add a medieval touch and feel that can completely immerse the gamer into the already deep world of Assassin’s Creed.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">  4.<a href="http://www.dvice.com/archives/2010/03/millennium_falc_1.php">Millennium Falcon Sega Dreamcast</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5038" alt="millenium falcon" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/millenium-falcon.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Yes, the Sega Dreamcast is nearly forgotten.  <i>Nearly.  </i> It’s times like these, though, with the Millennium Falcon in all her glory, <i>bedazziling</i> the  obsolete gaming system that really makes you yearn for the good old days of Han Solo and a little bit of Sega (but not much).</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">5.  <a href="http://www.upscalehype.com/2009/05/queen-of-england-gets-a-gold-nintendo-wii/">Gold Wii made for The Queen of England</a><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-5112" alt="queen-gets-gold-plated-wii-468x270" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/queen-gets-gold-plated-wii-468x270.jpg" width="336" /><a href="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/wii-queen-gold.jpg"><br />
</a><a href="http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/96682-Be-the-Man-With-the-Golden-PS3-for-Just-5000"><br />
</a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">When American game developing company THQ wanted to promote a complete family of games, who did they send a complimentary Golden Wii to?  That&#8217;s right, the Queen of England.  What better family to help promote your family fun pack than <em>the royal family</em>?  If you look at it, it really does look like something fit only for royalty.  The golden casing shimmers and the controller alone is worth more in gold than some families make in half a year.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">6.  <a href="http://www.mocpages.com/moc.php/112994">LEGO SNES</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5081" alt="SNES Lego" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/SNES-Lego.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>LEGO geeks are some of the most creative around&#8230;and they really love their legos!  To them, there&#8217;s nothing that couldn&#8217;t be, or shouldn&#8217;t be, made out of LEGOs.  That&#8217;s how this mod of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) comes half covered in a shell and half completely made out of those lovable, clickable and stack-able blocks.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">7.  <a href="http://forums.gametrailers.com/viewtopic.php?f=27&amp;t=929951#p22088908">Halo 3 Xbox Mod with Figurines</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5057" alt="halo_mod_xbox_360" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/halo_mod_xbox_360.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>The Master Chief looks great on top of an Xbox 360, doesn’t he?  Like he was born to be there?  Well, I guess he sort of was&#8230;  Forget the coolness of the figurines on top this console, look at the detail that these modders put into the rocks and land (not to mention the controllers!).  Just running your finger across that rugged landscape will put you in the right frame of mind for creating a real life energy sword!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">8.  <a href="http://hacknmod.com/hack/xbox-360-mod-lcd-display-mod/">Xbox 360 with LCD Display</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5082" alt="Xbox LCD" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Xbox-LCD.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>This modder figured they would just bring the screen for their Xbox 360 along wherever they went&#8230;by inserting directly into the console itself.  Evidently, those old portable TVs that are either being junked or sitting in closets somewhere have some used to them after all.  These days you can take it&#8217;s LCD screen and place it directly in your gaming system.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">9.  <a href="http://nerdreactor.com/2011/12/07/an-xbox-case-mod-to-shame-others/">Functioning RC Camaro Xbox 360</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-5106 aligncenter" title="Image via Yahoo" alt="camaro-xbox-360" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/camaro-xbox-360.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Wow&#8230;I may have just died and gone to heaven!  This is a fully functioning RC Chevy Camaro modded into an Xbox 360, and it&#8217;s a really nice looking RC car to boot!  You no longer have to buy one of those bulky console carrying cases, ladies and gents.  You can just drive your Xbox to wherever you might be going to play.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">10.  <a href="http://www.bit-tech.net/bits/2008/10/24/far-cry-2-ps3-mod/1">Far Cry 2 PS3</a><br />
<img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5050" alt="fc3" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fc3.jpg" width="346" /></p>
<p>Reminiscent of the Assassin’s Creed mod, this Far Cry 2 PS3 is also reminiscent of death!  The machete, magazine and spent rounds add a certain blunt violence&#8230;but look a little closer.  The ant on top of the piece of skull in the lower right corner hint to something much more macabre and sinister.  Perfect Far Cry homage.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">11.  <a href="http://www.wiinoob.com/super-nintendo-toaster-mod/">SNES Toaster</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5042" alt="snes toaster" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/snes-toaster.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>No, it doesn’t serve toast in the morning and once poor Mario runs out of lives the cartridge doesn’t pop up, but this is still a pretty neat and unique mod.  Although most mods are based off games and themed to be like them, this modder evidently had a taste for breakfast.  Perhaps he or she found themselves playing their SNES until dawn?</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">12.  <a href="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/texas-longhorn-xbox-mod.jpg">Texas Longhorn Xbox</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5045" alt="texas longhorn xbox mod" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/texas-longhorn-xbox-mod.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Every good sports fan needs to be constantly surrounded by their team’s colors and mascots.  Imagine playing NCAA or Madden on a console modded after your team.  That’s exactly what this modder did with this Texas Longhorn Xbox mod.  <i>Hook’em, Horns!</i></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><i></i>13.  <a href="http://www.bitrebels.com/geek/retro-nintendo-64-star-wars-tie-fighter-game-console/">Star Wars “Tie-Fighter”&#8217; Nintendo 64<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-5120" alt="Nintendo-64-Tie-Fighter-2" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Nintendo-64-Tie-Fighter-2.jpg" width="336" /></a></p>
<p>You don’t know the power of the dark side?  Well, you will in this retro Stars War Imperial fighter and the aging Nintendo 64 console.  May the force be with you as you battle Donkey Kong inside of this N64 console modded for and by true Star Wars enthusiasts.  Do you think George Lucas ever thought this would be happening today?</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">14.  <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Mario-Bros-Inspired-Wii-with-USB-base/">Custom Super Mario Wii with Pipes</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5044" alt="super mario wii mod" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/super-mario-wii-mod.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>The soft billowy clouds on a canvas of baby blue sky and the pipes that act as a control holder make this Wii mod really attractive for any kids or adult play room.  Take special note of the detail on the lower portion of the console as the grass gives way to the stoned wall.  It puts you right back in Mario land.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">15.  <a href="http://www.wiinoob.com/incredible-hulk-wii-mod/">The Hulk Wii Mod</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5053" alt="Hulk Wii MOD" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Hulk-Wii-MOD.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Action-figures or figurines always give mods that extra something special.  This isn’t a case of images simply being painted on the console.  When action-figures are involved the entire console comes to life in real 3D pleasure.  And what better character than the mammoth Hulk?  Exquisitely painted, the peach/orange background sets a tranquil mood while Hulk smashes!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">16.  <a href="http://www.bornrich.com/stylish-xbox-case-mod.html">The &#8220;X&#8221;  Shaped Xbox 360</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5084" alt="stylish_xbox_case_mod" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/stylish_xbox_case_mod.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Simple mods don&#8217;t always have to be so simple, do they?  This is an utlra-sleek, modern mod that is just, well, an &#8220;X&#8221;.  However, while that idea may be simple, it results in a mod that is almost the definition of style.  Just imagine the color possibilities and combinations that you could order to pimp out and match any decor.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">17.  <a href="http://www.2dayblog.com/2011/06/30/cute-spongebob-and-patrick-controller/">SpongeBob and Patrick Controllers</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5047" alt="550x-spongebob-controller" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/550x-spongebob-controller.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Okay, so this one might be different from all the rest we listed, but anyone who has kids knows that they fall in love with their favorite characters and games as much as the older ones do.  Why not let them play their Playstation with these modded controllers.  They’ll love you even more for it!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">18.  <a href="http://www.ign.com/articles/2010/08/23/iron-mans-xbox-360">Iron Man Xbox 360 Mod</a><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5054" alt="iron man 360 xbox" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/iron-man-360-xbox.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Tony Stark, Iron Man and Marvel-Disney just can’t lose with this franchise, right?  (It’s doing Mr. Downey, Jr. pretty well too!)  This Iron Man Xbox mod is perfectly painted with the arc reactor shining from the center and seeming to power the entire console.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">19.  <a href="http://www.slashgear.com/metal-gear-solid-4-custom-ps3-console-storms-ebay-2220013/">Metal Gear Solid 4 PS3 Mod</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5085" alt="metalgear solid 4 ps" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/metalgear-solid-4-ps.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>This Metal Gear Solid themed PS3 is all decked out and though it may not be as colorful as some other mods, you need to take a closer look at this one.  Check out the digital camouflage edging.  And, oh by the way, that is is a laser-cut, stainless steel Metal Gear 4 log on the top of that console.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">20. <a href="http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-xbox">Wooden Xbox Mod</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5086" alt="wooden-xbox" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/wooden-xbox.jpeg" width="330" /></p>
<p>This Xbox mod screams man-cave&#8230;all&#8230;day&#8230;long!  I can just imagine this stylish mod sitting next to a cigar humidor and bourbon rack while the guys and I are playing our current game of the month club membership into existence.  And since it&#8217;s not plasticized and painted,  this mod is also entirely environmentally friendly.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">21.  <a href="http://digestlabs.com/water-cooled-pc-nes-mod/">NES PC, Water-cooled</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5087" alt="watercooled NES" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/watercooled-NES.jpeg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Water-cooled machine guns could fire for hours and never over-heat.  Imagine how long and how optimally an NES that is water-cooled will run.  But this isn&#8217;t just another NES.  This is an entire PC squeezed into this NES case.  Not only that, but look at the detail and love put into the coloring and graphics of this mod!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">22.  <a href="http://gadgetheat.com/2009/06/22/steampunk-ps3/">Damnation Timberclad PS3-Steampunk Style</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5088" alt="Steampunk-PS3-225x300" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Steampunk-PS3-225x300.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p>Feel how you want about the Steampunk movement.  Some people love it and some people absolutely hate it. But the movement seems to be going strong.  This PS3 mod with Damnation Timberclad inspiration boasts the copper piping, valves and switches to bring the games authenticity right onto the console.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">23.  <a href="http://www.bit-tech.net/news/modding/2013/04/18/project-unity-mod-15-18-consoles-in-one-box/1">Project Unity Mod (15 Consoles in One Box!)</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5080" alt="project unity" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/project-unity.jpg" width="336" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Is this the ultimate modder, tech, geek creation ever?  I don&#8217;t know but I know many modders, tech geeks or gamers that would absolutely fall in love with this one.  Project Unity gives us a mod that has 15 game consoles (with the ability to have 18!) into one tight package.  The kicker is that they were able to also produce one universal controller for playing all of them.</p>
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		<title>ASUS Slated to Debut an Android Powered Smartphone in the US Next Year</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2013 22:05:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mustafa A.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although ASUS is a bit late to the smartphone game, it&#8217;s chairman Jonney Shih has announced that they will be releasing a smartphone in the US by sometime in 2014. It will more than likely be an Android powered device, and if it&#8217;s any better than the Padfone  Infinity, than it should also have some [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>Although ASUS is a bit late to the smartphone game, it&#8217;s chairman Jonney Shih has announced that they will be releasing a smartphone in the US by sometime in 2014. It will more than likely be an Android powered device, and if it&#8217;s any better than the Padfone  Infinity, than it should also have some impressive hardware. The Padfone Infinity has a 13mp camera, a 5-inch 1080p display and a 1.7 GHz quad-core processor.</p>
<p>With stiff smartphone competition from their competitors such as Samsung and HTC, ASUS will have it&#8217;s hands full trying to release a product to top handsets such as the Galaxy S4. Only time will tell if their foray into the US market will be a hit, or a flop.</p>
<p>Get the whole story at <a href="http://www.phonedog.com/2013/07/29/asus-working-to-break-into-u-s-smartphone-market-in-2014/">Phonedog</a> or <a href="http://allthingsd.com/20130729/taiwans-asus-aims-to-enter-u-s-smartphone-market-next-year/">AllthingsDigital</a>.</p>
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		<title>Google&#8217;s New Chromecast Brings Online Video and Entertainment to Your TV</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2013 00:43:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mustafa A.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Google unveiled a new hardware device, called Chromecast, which attaches to your TV allowing you easily enjoy online entertainment on your TV. The best part is that it only costs $35! It is built on Chrome technology, running a simplified version of Chrome OS. All you do is plugin the dongle to your TV, setup [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>Google unveiled a new hardware device, called Chromecast, which attaches to your TV allowing you easily enjoy online entertainment on your TV. The best part is that it only costs $35! It is built on Chrome technology, running a simplified version of Chrome OS. All you do is plugin the dongle to your TV, setup the WiFi and your done.</p>
<p>Chromecast works with Youtube, Netflix, Google Music, Pandora and More&#8230;</p>
<p>Read more about Chromecast <a href="http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromecast/">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>21 New and Noteworthy Android Apps for 2013</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:44:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ken M.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The summer is upon us and soon it will be over. Pretty soon we’ll be thinking Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and then…Christmas. If you’re looking to spice up your Android life with some new apps that are going to be big for the rest 2013 and into 2014, then you’ve come to right place. Here’s [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The summer is upon us and soon it will be over. Pretty soon we’ll be thinking Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and then…Christmas. If you’re looking to spice up your Android life with some new apps that are going to be big for the rest 2013 and into 2014, then you’ve come to right place.</p>
<p>Here’s our choices for the best apps that are sure to make a headlines in 2K13 and also make your Android life a lot easier and enjoyable!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ifttt.mobile.free"><strong>IFTTT (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antech.textmail"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4978" alt="ifttt for android new app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/iftttt.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>IFTTT is an innovative way to consume content, be alerted and keep every part of your online and social media presence completely up to date. For those that are familiar with creating rules in Microsoft Outlook, then the IFTTT “recipes” will be familiar. An example of one recipe would be “if I’m tagged on Facebook” then “send me an email”. Or, “if I check in on Foursquare” then “update my Facebook status”.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antech.textmail"><strong>SnapText ($0.99)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antech.textmail"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4832" alt="Because no one ever checks their email" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/snaptext-chat-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Being able to create text templates to be used at the “snap” of a finger, SnapText makes it easier to do what we would have done in the first place. If you call a contact and they don’t answer then you’re most likely text them to find out “what’s up”, right? Well, with the SnapText templates you can immediately send a pre-formed, text template as soon as you kill the call.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">3. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.vine.android"><strong>Vine (FREE)</strong></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.vine.android"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4984" alt="Vine" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Vine.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Share your life in motion with the popular Vine program. Now in an Android app, Vine allows you to take 6 second bursts of your life and all that surrounds it to share on Twitter and with your friends. You’d be amazed at how much entertainment can be crammed into that short amount of time. For businesses, it’s a truly great way to connect with your clients on social media.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">4. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeware.android.camera"><strong>Burst Camera for Photoshop ($2.67)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeware.android.camera"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4980" alt="burst camera" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/burst-camera.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>New and already extremely popular amongst photo aficionados. Burst Camera for Photoshop allows you to take quick photo bursts with the shutter sound (which, let’s be honest, makes picture taking that much more cooler) and edit all of your photos. When taking “selfies” the app has a flashlight mode to get that lighting just right!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">5. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.boatmob.floating.touch"><strong>Floating Touch (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.boatmob.floating.touch"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4981" alt="floating touch" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/floating-touch.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Some apps seem so simple that at first glance you may never know why you would need something like that. Floating touch is one of those apps. Basically, the app comes with a “floating” circular button that allows you easy access to system settings, memory cleaning, a lock screen button and a home button. The app comes in very handy when operating apps that hide the Android task bar by allowing you to quickly pop out of your current app and do other things.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">6.  <strong><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.best.volume.booster">Android Volume Booster (FREE)</a><br />
<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.best.volume.booster"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5001" alt="android-volume-booster" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/android-volume-booster.jpg" width="180" height="180" /></a></strong></p>
<p>Need a boost in volume to your music?  Maybe you&#8217;re walking along with some background noise and having trouble hearing the person you&#8217;re talking to.  Android Volume Booster gives your speakers and headphones the sound volume boost you need to make all your calls sound great.  Ever notice how some YouTube videos have differing levels of sound quality?  Well, this app puts a simple solution at work and makes everything sound powerful.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">7. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.DroidSkyView"><strong>Droid Sky View (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.DroidSkyView"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4983" alt="Droid Sky View" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Droid-Sky-View.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>State of the art 3D technology and a high-speed GPS system, with Droid Sky View just point your Android camera at the sky and the app will tell you exactly what you’re looking at. Want to know what that star is called? Then Droid Sky view can tell you. This is a great app for dates and romantic evenings when you both are looking for something to reach for.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">8. <b> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.return7.billminder">Bill Minder ($4.99)</a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.return7.billminder"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5008" alt="bill-minder" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/bill-minder.jpg" width="180" height="180" /></a></b></p>
<p>Bill Minder is an app that brings all of your bills to your Android phone in a calendar app.  Using the Bill Minder calendar you&#8217;ll be able to track and take notice of which bills are coming up, which ones are past due and which bills you still have time to not worry about.  Bill Minder also helps you track your spending and budget with graphs and charts.  One of the best things about Bill Minder is that you and your family can share the apps database by syncing with each other, that way you&#8217;ll never have &#8220;I thought you paid it!&#8221;-confusion again.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">9. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jyamona.app"><strong>VehicLogics ($0.99)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jyamona.app"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4985" alt="vehiclogics" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/vehiclogics.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>The newest car maintenance/tracker on the Android Market. VehicLogics allows you to track your car’s performance in real time with the aid of gauges, logs and graph data. Track your acceleration with the “0 to 60 MPH” tracker! VehicLogics connects to cars via Bluetooth and works on many makes and models.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">10. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.launchertheme.kxnt.click"><strong>Click UI ($1.29)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.launchertheme.kxnt.click"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4986" alt="click ui" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/click-ui.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>This is a theme and wallpaper app that works in unison with Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher, GO Launcher Ex and others. However, that doesn’t mean that this is an app that isn’t worth the money. With Click UI you get 5 cool wallpapers and the ability to customize icon sizes for your home screen. HD looks really good on your phone and this will truly make your Android device stand out from the pack.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">11. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gtp.nextlauncher.theme.ultracolor"><strong>Next Launcher Theme UltraColor ($3.50)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gtp.nextlauncher.theme.ultracolor"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4987" alt="next launcher ultra color" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/next-launcher-ultra-color.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Another personalization app comes in at number 11. The Next Launcher Ultra Color theme is like putting a 3D rainbow at your fingertips on your Android device. So far it’s been getting rave reviews on the Google Play review section with more than 80% of the ratings being 5 stars.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">12.  <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bluestacks.fonelink"><strong>Fonelink (FREE)</strong></a><strong><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bluestacks.fonelink"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5003" alt="fonelink text from pc" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fonelink.jpg" width="180" height="180" /></a></strong></p>
<p>This app will make your life a lot easier almost instantly.  With Fonelink you can sync your browser with the Fonelink website and your phone. What does this do for you, you ask?  Well, how about sending and receiving text messages right from your PC? Imagine how easy it will be to converse on the PC with texts that you&#8217;d usually have to break stride, pick up your phone and respond to.  This makes you more productive (and possibly distracted!).  When it starts to get in the way, simple turn it off.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">13. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbr.camellia"><strong>PDF Max ($2.99)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mbr.camellia"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4989" alt="pdf max" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pdf-max.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Here it is: the best, all-access, all-feature mobile access for PDF documents. Fast-rendering, fast-texting, text-to-speech&#8230;it’s all here in this powerful little app. If you use PDF often then you will be hard pressed to find another, better performing PDF app than this one!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">14.<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aetn.aetv.watch"><strong> A&amp;E (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aetn.aetv.watch"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4990" alt="A&amp;E app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/AE-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>A&amp;E finally gives us access to the network on our Android Mobile devices. Watch free episodes and get free, exclusive access to clips of upcoming episodes. The A&amp;E app gives you access to all of the network’s greatest shows like Duck Dynasty, Pawn Stars and Storage Wars.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">15. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nfl.fantasy.android"><strong>NFL.com Fantasy 2013 (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nfl.fantasy.android"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4991" alt="nfl.com fantasy football app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/nfl.com-fantasy-football-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>The NFL and Fantasy Football leagues are still growing in popularity. Football has taken over as the national past-time and it seems there’s no holding the league back (except for a few legal issues with star players!). Our list here is just in time for Fantasy Football leagues to start getting into everyone’s minds. What better app to use for your team roster than the official NFL Fantasy app? Are you ready?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">16. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.codified.hipyard"><strong>VarageSale (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.codified.hipyard"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4992" alt="varagesale android app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/varagesale-android-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>No stress. No pushers. No mass, wholesale marketers. VarageSale is a community based marketplace where users can buy and sell their wares and goods without a whole of business mumbo-jumbo. It’s a mobile garage sale on your Android device. It’s fun and allows people to steer clear of the mammoth eBay and Amazon apps if they want to shop or sell.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">17. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tinder"><strong>Tinder (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tinder"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4993" alt="Tinder" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Tinder.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Tinder is a hot, new social dating app that is clean and responsible. The network will tell you who likes you nearby and give you the chance to meet real people looking for mature, responsible relationships. This isn’t a “hook-up” app. This is for the real dater. The ability to chat within the app brings like minded people together immediately.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">18. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supoapp.media.freemovie"><strong>Free Movies Online (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supoapp.media.freemovie"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4994" alt="free movies online" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/free-movies-online.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>The concept is finally here from a private Android app developer! The ability to download and watch free movies on my tablet or phone? Yes, please! Great for the bored airport dweller, train or bus traveler, or even to catch a few scenes while you’re in the dentist’s waiting room. Browse by category and title or even bookmark a movie you want explore later on!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">19. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Sketch.Paint.Draw"><strong>Sketch + Paint + Draw Pad PRO (FREE)</strong></a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Sketch.Paint.Draw"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4995" alt="sketch paint draw pad pro" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/sketch-paint-draw-pad-pro.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>It is amazing to see some of the art that talented people can create on a tablet or smart phone. Sketch + paint + draw Pad Pro is good for any level; from the master painter to the hobbyist who just likes to sketch a little bit here and there. You have a large choice of pencils and paintbrushes, use a vast amount of colors and then share your creations with your friends.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">2o.  <strong><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mb.sigbooster">Signal Booster (FREE)</a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mb.sigbooster"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-5004" alt="signalbooster" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/signalbooster.jpg" width="180" height="180" /></a><br />
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<p>Simple app with a big reward.  Ever have an issue getting a good signal on your Android phone?  How about being just a little too far away from your access point to have a good WiFi signal&#8230;especially while downloading files?  Signal Booster can help your phone boos 2G, 3G and WiFi signals so that you never have to have bad reception again.  Text and call without worry from now on!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">21. <strong><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hamid.facebookphoto">Facebook Photo Save (FREE)</a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hamid.facebookphoto"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4997" alt="facebook photo save" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/facebook-photo-save.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></strong></p>
<p>I love to find photos and images on Facebook that I’d love to save and place in other places on the web for others to see. What I absolutely HATE doing is actually trying to download those photos to my phone, then go and look for what folder they were downloaded to and figure out how to share them. It’s a long and overly-complicated process. Well, Facebook Photo save fixes that whole fiasco. You can save the photos to your mobile storage or SD card.</p>
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		<title>New Technology Turns any Surface into a Touchscreen</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:39:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mustafa A.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This amazing new technology allows you to do just that, turn any surface, including your hand, into a touchscreen device. It&#8217;s called Omnitouch, and it is reportedly similar to the technology used in Microsoft&#8217;s Kinect. Supposedly Omnitouch uses a compact pico-projector and a shoulder mounted depth camera. This device also proved to be nearly as [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>This amazing new technology allows you to do just that, turn any surface, including your hand, into a touchscreen device. It&#8217;s called <strong>Omnitouch</strong>, and it is reportedly similar to the technology used in Microsoft&#8217;s Kinect.</p>
<p>Supposedly Omnitouch uses a compact pico-projector and a shoulder mounted depth camera. This device also proved to be nearly as accurate as conventional touchscreen devices. Omnitouch is currently working on miniaturizing the shoulder mounted gear down to the size of a matchbook!</p>
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<p>Read more about this story <a href="http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/gadgets-electronics/stories/kinect-like-technology-turns-any-surface-into-a-touchscreen/">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>17 Amazingly Useful Android Apps You Should Already Have Installed on Your Phone in 2013</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:14:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ken M.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the days when the Android Market was new, a list of &#8220;best&#8221; or &#8220;need to have&#8221; apps would be hard to come by.  Android was so far behind Apple&#8217;s app store that it seemed an insurmountable road to climb in order to compete. Well, Android sprinted from the starting line and today things are [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the days when the Android Market was new, a list of &#8220;best&#8221; or &#8220;need to have&#8221; apps would be hard to come by.  Android was so far behind Apple&#8217;s app store that it seemed an insurmountable road to climb in order to compete.</p>
<p>Well, Android sprinted from the starting line and today things are looking much different. There is a vast ocean of options for Android apps on Google Play, allowing you to make your phone or tablet do everything you need it to do and more.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s our list of  some of the most amazingly useful Android apps that you&#8217;ll want on your device.  These are the apps that you&#8217;ll find you need more often than you don&#8217;t.  These apps may not have all the glitz and glamour of some other apps on Google Play, but when it&#8217;s crunch time; when you need to send a lighting fast text message,  get some quick info,  jot down some notes or just get some plain silence,  then these are your most useful Android apps!</p>
<p>What&#8217;s the best thing about our list? Most of them are free!  Take a look and tell us what you think at the bottom by leaving a comment.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antech.textmail">Snaptext</a> ($0.99)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antech.textmail"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4832" alt="snaptext android text-voicemail app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/snaptext-chat-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p> SnapText is a real convenient app to have if you do a lot of text follow-ups to unanswered calls. We&#8217;re in the habit of needing instant gratification.<strong> When we call someone and they don’t answer, the first thing we do is text them</strong> to see what’s up. With Snaptext you are able to create a list of your very own follow up texts that you usually send all the time anyway. “Where are you?”, “Are you alright?” and “I’m making dinner…don’t eat!” are now easily sent at the snap of a finger! Send the entire text message without even typing it out.<span id="more-4831"></span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">2. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.onelouder.baconreader">Bacon Reader for Reddit</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.onelouder.baconreader"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4836" alt="bacon reader reddit" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/baconreader-reddit.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Reddit has quickly established itself as a one of the web’s top social news, rumor, hack, tip, and entertainment sites. It has a type of cult following and readership that is sought after by most sites of the same type. BaconReader brings everything that is Reddit right to your Android phone or tablet. You get instant access to news and the ability to post your own Reddit links right in the palm of your hand.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">3. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.publicobject.shush">Shush Ringtone Restorer </a>(FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.publicobject.shush"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4839" alt="shush ringtone android" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/shush-ringtone-android-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Nothing is more embarrassing and unprofessional than a cell phone ringing in the middle of a movie or a business meeting.  However, most of us are already in the habit of turning our ringers off for those kinds of important events. Where we epically fail is to turn the ringer<em> back on</em>, leaving us in the lurch with missed calls and texts. Shush Ringtone Restorer is used to automatically turn those ringers and alerts back on after that movie or business meeting.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">4. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.evernote">Evernote</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.evernote"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4840" alt="evernote android" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/evernote.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>There are a lot of cloud and task list apps out there, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Evernote is great because it combines all the “good stuff” from those app and jams it into one little, powerful package. Sort notes, images and voice recordings for future reference. You can add tags to each file for easy sorting and project organization which makes it easier for the whole team to stay on point with the project at hand.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">5. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anydo">Any.do</a><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anydo"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4842" alt="any.do android app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/any.do-android.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Quite possibly the most useful productivity app in the Android arsenal. Any.do is a task list and reminder system that does it all. An easy to use interface that has all the bells and whistles. It will sync with Google tasks, set reminders, snooze reminders and works great with speech recognition software to set tasks on the go!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">6. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nuance.swype.trial">Swype Keyboard</a> (FREE TRIAL)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nuance.swype.trial"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4851" alt="text apps for android useful" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/swype-android-text-app.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Small numbers. Big fingers. Lots of aggravation. It’s hard to send text on some phones these days, especially with the sensitivity of today’s touch screen technology. With Swype keyboard you just run your finger over the letters of the word you’re typing and it pops up on the screen. If it’s not the word you meant to type then Swype’s dictionary technology will suggest words that are similar to what you were trying to type. Ultra-accurate and an easier solution to tapping and poking your Android phone screen.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">7. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mint">Mint</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mint"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4849" alt="mint useful android apps" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/mint-useful-money-apps.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Managing your bank accounts, credit cards and bills has never been easier-online or off. With Mint you can connect any account you like and watch where and how you’re spending your money at any time. Setting budget and savings goals, Mint will help you stay within your threshold with easy to understand colored pie-charts. The app tells you when you have bills due and even if you’ve been charged a fee for late or non-payment. Absolutely perfect for personal or small businesses.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">8. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.android.chrome">Chrome</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.android.chrome"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4843" alt="google chrome useful android browser" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Google-Chrome.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Say what you will about Google, but Chrome is the premiere web browser out there. If you’re still using the stock browser on your Android device then you’re really missing out. (And kind of lame, actually.) When you’re logged into your Google account then your Chrome cookies, browsing history and search history are on every device you use Chrome on. Highly-responsive, user friendly and a vast library of extensions and add-ons makes Chrome all that you’ll ever need in a browser.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">9. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dropbox.android">Dropbox</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dropbox.android"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4844" alt="dropbox android" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dropbox-android-useful-apps.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>If Evernote is a great “team collaboration” cloud and organization app, then Dropbox is the “family friendly” version of it. Saving documents, images and files to your Dropbox account allows to easily share vacation photos with family around the world simply by sending them the link to your folder, and letting them browse and print which ones they really want.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">10. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.android">Instagram</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.android"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4845" alt="instagram android useful appss" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/instagram.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>It didn’t take long for Instagram to take over the photo-social sharing &#8220;King of the Hill&#8221; title. With a huge pool of custom filters, you can set your photos and videos to your own liking and character. Gather a following and keep up to date with your favorite “Instagrammers” with the social part of the app. This isn’t just a social app, though.  Instagram packs a punch with top of the line mobile camera technology making it perfect for novice and pro alike.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">11.  <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.adobe.pstouch">Photoshop Touch</a> ($4.99)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.adobe.pstouch"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4939" alt="photoshop touch for android" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pstouch.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Photoshop has become extremely popular amongst webdesigners and Adobe users for years.  With Photoshop Touch for Android you get all the features on your phone or tablet.  All the useful layering and selection tools that you&#8217;re accustomed to using on your PC or Mac can now be used on the go.  The best part?  Start a project on your tablet and finish it on your phone if you need to edit something at the last minute.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">12. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skype.raider">Skype</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skype.raider"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4847" alt="skype for android" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/skype-for-android.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Toll free international calling and video sessions are great for family and friends that are in different countries. If you travel a lot for business or just want to see your kid’s faces when you’re away then using Skype is the way to go. Great for small business video calls with clients or just to show your spouse the car that you’re thinking about purchasing in real-time.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">13.  <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.antivirus">Mobile Antivirus Security PRO</a> ($10.49)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.antivirus"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4930" alt="mobile securtiy pro" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/mobile-security-pro.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>It comes with a price tag, yes.  This isn&#8217;t your typical app, though, that might go for two or three dollars.  Mobile Antivirus Security does everything that you&#8217;ll need to keep your Android device safe and running optimally by doing such things as scanning apps, media and files-all in real time.  It will ensure that you&#8217;re browsing the web safely and securely as well as killing apps that are running in the background that could be slowing your device down and eating up battery life.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">14. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fitnow.loseit">Lose It!</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fitnow.loseit"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4850" alt="useful android apps for weight loss" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/lose-it-useful-android-apps.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Lose It logs your age, bodyvweight and how many pounds you’d like to lose per week. The app then tracks your exercises by time, distance and intensity to show how many calories you’re burning during every workout. Cool, right? That’s not the best part. You can log whatever you eat by portion to help stay within what the app allows you for your daily caloric intake. You can manually input, choose from popular restaurant menu items or scan the barcode for the <em>most accurate</em> calorie tracking app in the Android Market.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">15. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aws.android.elite">Weather Bug Elite</a> ($2.99)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aws.android.elite"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4852" alt="android good weather apps" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/weather-bug-elite.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>Real-time weather sensors and alerts from all across the globe can come in handy for the often traveled Android user. Besides that, you can bet that Weather Bug’s weather alert system is one of the best around to ensure that you’ll be ready for dangerous, inclement weather with help from your Android device.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">16. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=flipboard.app">Flipboard</a> (FREE)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=flipboard.app"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4854" alt="flipboard android useful app" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/flipboard.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>A convenient way to get all the news that pertains to you and that you care about. Flipboards innovative system allows you to browse all of the important headlines of the time by swiping your finger and opening new boards. See an article you like? No problem. Just click on it and the Flipboard system takes you straight to the original source and the article. Trendy and tight!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">17.  <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=slide.cameraZoom">Camera Zoom FX</a> ($2.99)<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=slide.cameraZoom"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-4931" alt="camera zoom fx" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/camera-zoom-fx.png" width="180" height="180" /></a></p>
<p>While Instagram takes a great camera app and goes social with it, Camera Zoom FX developers pride themselves on having the best camera app on Android.  The app was actually names just that by Lifehacker.  Give it a try and you&#8217;ll quickly fall in love with the features like stable shot, burst, voice activation and time lapse.</p>
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		<title>Nexus 5 Specs Leaked? Looks like Android 5.0 is Right Around the Corner!</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:06:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is finally arriving everyone, the Nexus 5 running Android 5.0! We have all been at the edge of our seats biting our nails, and waiting to see what is to follow the popular LG Nexus 4 flagship phone from Google. The Nexus 5 will be a variant of the LG G2 with the main difference being [&#8230;]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/OptimusGPro-Press-02-900-75.jpg"><img class="wp-image-4953 aligncenter" alt="OptimusGPro-Press-02-900-75" src="http://thehottestgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/OptimusGPro-Press-02-900-75.jpg" width="540" height="304" /></a>It is finally arriving everyone, the Nexus 5 running Android 5.0! We have all been at the edge of our seats biting our nails, and waiting to see what is to follow the popular LG Nexus 4 flagship phone from Google.</p>
<p>The Nexus 5 will be a variant of the LG G2 with the main difference being Android 5.0. The G2 is expected to launch running Android 4.2.2. The Nexus 5 will be powered by a 2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and either 2GB or 3GB of RAM. Pair that with a 13MP camera and an impressive 5.2-inch Full HD (1920&#215;1080) IPS LCD display, and the Nexus 5 is likely to be a game changer. Did I mention it also makes phone calls?</p>
<p>Needless to say the success of the LG Nexus 4 was mostly due to it&#8217;s pure Android experience. With the Nexus 5 set to make it&#8217;s appearance later this year, these specs are sure to make some Android users go nuts. We have yet to see what the phone will actually look like, but we can tell from the G2, that we are in for a treat.</p>
<p>Read more about the Nexus 5 <a href="http://www.android.gs/nexus-5-release-date-specs-rumors/">here.</a></p>
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		<title>The New 6&#8243; HTC One MAX</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 01:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Small, medium, or large? Smartphone that is. With the success of large smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy Note and Note 2, HTC feels they too can capitalize on the growing demand for both larger and smaller versions of their smartphones. With Samsung releasing mini versions like the S3 Mini,  and phablets  like the Galaxy Note 2, [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>Small, medium, or large? Smartphone that is. With the success of large smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy Note and Note 2, HTC feels they too can capitalize on the growing demand for both larger and smaller versions of their smartphones.</p>
<p>With Samsung releasing mini versions like the S3 Mini,  and phablets  like the Galaxy Note 2, it is clear to  HTC that size does matter. The New HTC One Max is <span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">a 6&#8243; version of the HTC One. Not much is known about this device at this point, but it is rumored to have a 2.3GHZ Snapdragon processor with either 32GB or 64GB of internal memory. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">I think it is safe to assume it will look similar to the HTC one. Another rumor says that HTC will add an HTC Mini to the family; giving us all the option to choose the size that&#8217;s right for you. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;">Read the full story </span><a style="font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;" href="http://techcrunch.com/2013/07/15/htcs-plus-sized-one-max-is-a-6-inch-phablet-said-to-launch-in-september/">here.</a></p>
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		<title>Sony Xperia&#8217;s Rumored &#8216;Honami&#8217; Handset Features a 20.7MP Camera</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2013 21:50:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If rumors are true, then handset makers like HTC and Samsung may have their work cut out for them. Rumors have it, the new Sony handset known as &#8220;Honami&#8221; will sport an 800-series Snapdragon quad-core processor clocked at 2.2GHZ. It is said to be paired with 2GB of ram, a 5&#8243; Triluminous display for a [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>If rumors are true, then handset makers like HTC and Samsung may have their work cut out for them. Rumors have it, the new Sony handset known as &#8220;Honami&#8221; will sport an 800-series Snapdragon quad-core processor clocked at 2.2GHZ. It is said to be paired with 2GB of ram, a 5&#8243; Triluminous display for a full HD 1080p experience, NFC, LTE capability, and wait for it; a 20.7 MP ExmorRS sensor. You heard right. This is the same size sensor used in the new Galaxy Camera.</p>
<p>With 16GB of internal storage and expandable capabilities, this new phone may put it&#8217;s competitors on it&#8217;s toes. Who will win? Apparently the fight will break out later this year.</p>
<p>To read more about the Sony Xperia &#8220;Honami&#8221; <a title="New Sony Experia &quot;Honami&quot;" href="http://www.engadget.com/2013/07/16/alleged-sony-xperia-honami-specs/?utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_source=feedburner&amp;utm_campaign=Feed%3A+weblogsinc%2Fengadget+%28Engadget%29" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p>
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