Exactly what titles are we talking about? Currently, there is Minecraft: Pocket Edition, Grand Theft Auto 3, N.O.V.A. 3, Six Guns, and the Infinity Blade series to name a few.

Unfortunately, touch controls are a pain in the -for lack of a better word-  ass. Realistically, playing a mobile game using touch controls can be sluggish, frustrating and most of all detracting- the immersion factor, often evaporates because of a poor control scheme.

Now, there are probably a few of you out there screaming bloody murder about how touch controls are not that awful. While this statement may be true, “not that awful” is not the same as “responsive”, “excellent”, or “revered”. Most gamers tolerate touch controls on a mobile device only because they have to. The few gamers who decided to purchase a Sony Xperia Play are the only ones experiencing what convenient mobile gaming controls feel like. Unless of course you own a PSVita, DS or PSP but those devices fall more under a separate portable gaming category.

Something has to be done about touch screen controls and virtual joysticks. Occasionally they do work well, but that’s quickly become the exception not the rule.

With that being said, third party peripherals and mobile gaming controllers saturate the mobile accessory market. All those some controllers were, at one time, touted to change the face of the mobile gaming industry. For the most part, every one of those accessories fell short because of a single issue- they were incompatible with a large selection of mobile software.

Why pay $50 or more for a mobile gaming adapter that only works with a select handful of games? It’s a complete waste of money.

Power A, like all that have come before, promises to change the mobile gaming industry with their recently announced MOGA controller.

What the Hell is a MOGA Controller?

MOGA is apparently an acronym for Mobile Gaming Controller, and that’s exactly what Power A has unveiled. The MOGA Controller is compatible with Android tablets and phones and connects wirelessly via Bluetooth.

The MOGA controller includes dual analog sticks and a more traditional console control scheme that should be far superior to the standard touch screen controls provided by most mobile games. In addition to the analog sticks, the MOGA controller also includes a four button layout (similar to a PSP, PS3, or Xbox controller) and two top mounted triggers.

The controller secures to the connected phone thanks to a rather unique and integrated foldout stand. It can also connect to Android powered tablets, without the stand, to make use of larger size screens.

Currently, there are only a total of 14 games listed to work with the MOGA but the list will, hopefully, grow by the end of the year. The compatible games include Duke Nukem 3D, Six Guns, Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation, Painkiller: Purgatory HD, Sonic CD and more.

The MOGA controller will come bundled with an exclusive app called “MOGA Pivot” that will work parallel to Google Play. MOGA Pivot will list compatible games and update all the necessary software to optimize use of the controller. Pivot will also scan apps installed on the Android device for compatibility; if and when pre-installed games become compatible, the app will automatically install the proper control profile for use with MOGA.

Will the MOGA Controller Change the Mobile Gaming Industry?

It’s unrealistic to assume the MOGA controller will truly impact the future of the mobile gaming industry. Many companies like Power A have tried, and failed, at creating a successful mobile device controller.

The problem lies in the rather scarce list of compatible software. Despite continuous promises by manufacturers to deliver more compatible software, such accessories have a knack for losing their usefulness. Some great examples of undesirable mobile gaming controllers include the Zeemote, and the iCade Mobile.

There is one alternative to the MOGA currently available called the iControlPad but we must warn you, the controller is unappealing. The reason it makes such an acceptable alternative is because of the unique Blutrol software which allows users to map certain buttons and actions from native apps. To reiterate, this feature allows users to map functions, within a previously incompatible app, using Blutrol.

How Much will the MOGA Controller Cost and When Will it Be Available?

The simple answer to the above question is that we don’t know. We could estimate costs and release dates, but they would probably be way off.

At launch, the MOGA controller will be exclusively available for Android devices, but there’s absolutely no reason why Power A wouldn’t eventually make the peripheral available for iOS devices too.

The only thing left to do is wait until Power A releases the MOGA and reveals some distributors. Considering the device was just unveiled, the release date shouldn’t be far off, but these days there are no guarantees. If you can’t wait, then consider checking out the iControl which is compatible with numerous platforms including Android, iOS, Windows Phone and more.

Their brands focus on providing an advantageous platform for their customers. They do so by ensuring that they provide the best, most recent devices; as well as cloud computing. Their products have been deployed in over 140 countries, allowing them have a 1/3 share in the devices production all over the world. One of their niches includes the tablet markets. Huawei tablets rival the standards of other tablets, such as the HTC Flyer or the ASUS.

Huawei Tablets: Huawei IDEOS S7 Slim

This tablet is built in to include all the sought after entertainment options. The users of this tablet enjoy the experience of a pleasant touch interface that brings the user through their repertoire of apps which cater to not only entertainment; but information marketing and communications, as well.

The tablet is configured with both 3G and WIFI internet access. These two features enable the user to enjoy a portable internet life, allowing you to surf the net anywhere and at any time. The tablet operates on an Android platform, which offers the unique operating system that allow the user to multi-task with ease.

Since the tablet is based on an Android OS platform, it features built-in apps that include:

Mobile Internet Life

Comes integrated with 3G and Wi-Fi access allowing you the pleasure of downloading apps that can help your business and that elevate your entertainment and your personal life. With the internet connection, you’re also able to send and receive mail in any form from your PC or even your business ventures.

Android Integrated Experience

We all know how the android platform works. With this particular tablet, some of the apps will have you hooked to your tablet for hours. The tablet is made in a way that you can close or switch through on-going tasks; hence allowing you a chance to multi-task.

Sensational High-Def Videos

The tablet features high-definition videos on formats such as H.264, MPEG4 (720P) so you don’t miss any of the action.

High-Quality Audio

The high-quality audio incorporates all types of music formats, and it comes with a built-in speaker which has been equalized properly and delivers quality sound.

Convenient Surf UI

This system integrates all internet applications, thus offering the user a faster and better experience

Integrated SNS with contacts

The tablet enables the user to connect with a majority of SNS websites. If you need to see your friend’s SNS updates, just scroll on through contacts and launch SNS talks with them.

Versatile Accessories

The tablet comes with a leather cove that enables you to keep it protected as well as be able to stand it on any type of desk or surface.

Huawei Tablets: Media Pad (Android 3.2 Honeycomb)

This tablet is extra slim and lightweight. You can carry it anywhere; it’s size is 190 mm x 124 mm x 10.5 mm. It also comes integrated with a seven-inch, high-definition screen with multi-touch activation.

Some of the features in this tablet include

• Full High-definition 10 inch screen with a resolution of 1,920×1, 200.
• It has a K3 quad-core processor running at 1.5GHz
• Runs on android 4.0 platform (Ice cream Sandwich)
• Comes with an 8 megapixel HD camera
• HSPA+, Wi-Fi 11 high speed wireless supported
• 1GB of RAM
• 1.2 GHz dual-core Qualcomm processor
• Micro-USB
• Micro-SD
• Micro-HDMI

This media pad from Huawei offers a whole different experience compared to its competitors. It is pocket-friendly and packed with all of the amenities one would expect from their tablet or phone. It is also quite affordable when compared to the competition. With integrated features such as battery life that’s built to last longer than most of the other tablets available, it affords the consumer more time to work on it or more time to not work while playing Angry Birds Space.

Huawei tablets carry both entertainment and business, and it includes Skype for free mobile-to-mobile. Since it is a pocket-friendly tablet, you can use it as a phone or a tablet giving you the best of both worlds. You could always buy the New iPad or a Samsung Galaxy, or swap them out and only have one gadget that takes care of everything that you want without the extra hardware.

Mobile devices are essential for communication, but they can also help pass the time during lengthy periods of limbo – which is, essentially, just a fancier way of saying gadgets can be used for entertainment.

Android tablets and smartphones even make excellent toys for your children, and will provide hours of entertainment for them. Except, it is never a smart idea to hand an expensive device to a minion with no self-resolve. Furthermore, once you do it, once you hand over that device it’s going to be next to impossible to get it back unless, of course, you want to deal with hours of tantrums and unnecessary screaming.

Not to mention, giving a child free reign when playing with an Android device or tablet can lead to serious problems. Children can do many things during their playtime with the device that could lead to a less than nominal result. The child could drop the device thus resulting in a broken or cracked screen, or even submerge the device in nearby liquids when you’re not paying attention. Not to mention, inappropriate material litters the Google Play market, and there are lots of high priced apps that can be purchased with the simple push of a button – whoops.

When there’s a $400-$500 device involved, the last thing anyone wants is for it to be demolished by a curious toddler.

Luckily, Archos has released a tablet for munchkins. That’s right, we are talking about a tablet that is designed to withstand kid-safe poking, and prodding but still offers electronic bliss. We’re referring to the Archos Child Pad (we know, it is not an exceptionally creative name). It’s time to liberate your tablet or smartphone from the smudgy little hands of your beautiful little minion.

The Child Pad is a 7″ kid-friendly tablet designed with a slim (12mm) form factor, yet includes a durable plastic housing that is safe for rough little hands. Probably the best feature of all, is that the Child Pad has been filtered to include content that is only suitable for innocent, but prying, little eyes. Not only does the Child Pad include a filtered app store (more on that later), but it also includes a 6 month subscription to the Mobile Parental Filter by Editions Profil.

The Child Pad runs Android version 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and will be preloaded with exclusive content from the new film Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked. The exclusive Alvin and the Chipmunks content will include behind the scenes clips, wallpapers and a themed online game.

Say it with us, yayyyyyyyyyy! Okay, so maybe we’re more enthusiastic about that Alvin content than you are.

The Archos Child Pad

The Child Pad is not, by any means, a dumbed down tablet. We’re willing to bet that even a Dad or two will feel the need to steal the device for personal use, which is acceptable because EVERY father knows how to take turns, right?

It sports a 7″ touchscreen display and is powered by a 1GHz processor combined with 1GB of installed RAM. As mentioned above, the Child Pad runs Android version 4.0 ICS, but it also includes a custom child friendly interface, with large size app icons that are perfect for chubby little fingers. The developers have even lumped applications in related folders so that all entertainment, tools and multimedia are easily and quickly accessible for the little ones.

Despite the child-proof design, the Archos Child Pad provides a complete internet experience thanks to the integrated Wi-Fi (802.11) radio. The Mobile Parental Filter from Editions Profil automatically filters inappropriate web content. The software uses an “intelligent content evaluation system” to verify and analyze websites in realtime and block content that is not safe for children. With the Archos Child Pad, you can truly be worry free while your child is browsing the internet (although, we are fully aware that a dutiful parent always keeps an eye on the child, no need to blast us).

A front facing webcam ensures that children can play with photo software and talk to family, with your express permission of course, via video chat software.

The Child Pad will also come preloaded with a suite of “educational” and “general knowledge” apps that are just perfect for younger audiences. ARNOVA claims the tablet is splendid for gaming, learning, coloring and drawing but naturally, the related apps will have to be installed.

In addition, the tablet will have access to the screened AppsLib market which offers only family friendly applications and content for download. This means that the tablet can be surrendered to a little one without fear of the child coming into contact with inappropriate content. All of the apps and downloadable content in the AppsLib market are free of charge, which subsequently means that parents won’t get any charges or surprise fees.

The Child Pad looks to be a device that is truly safe for children to have free reign.

Archos Child Pad Full Specifications

For the techie minded folks out there, it is always polite to cover the full list of specifications when it comes to a device, some people just like to know what they are. So, here you go.

The Archos Child Pad will include a 7″ LCD resistive touchscreen display with a maximum supported resolution of 800 x 480. An ARM Cortex A8 (1GHz) processor powers the tablet, and combines with 1GB of installed RAM for fluent performance. For internal storage, the Child Pad will include 4GB of internal flash memory with a microSD expansion slot for up to an additional 32GB of external storage. Additional features of the Child Pad include integrated Wi-Fi 802.11 functionality, a front facing webcam, accelerometer support and a micro USB data port.

Additional information and technical specifications, such as a list of supported video formats, can be found on the Archos Child Pad website.

The Archos Child Pad is Available Now

The merry news here is that you can stop lending your Toshiba Excite 10 LE, Motorola Xoom or Samsung Galaxy Tab Series tablet to your little one. Tablets are not made for younger audiences; it was probably never a brilliant idea to let munchkins have such an expensive device anyways. Didn’t your mother ever teach you to respect your belongings, shame on you!

Fortunately for you, the Archos Child Pad is just for innocent little monsters (see what we did there) which means you can take back that tablet or smartphone, and still be free from tantrums- that is assuming you give them a Child Pad instead.

The Archos Child Pad is available now for $129.99 and can be purchased via the Archos web store.

To survive a real zombie apocalypse, we recommend you follow these guidelines to a tee.

10 Guidelines to Help You Survive During a Zombie Apocalypse

Follow these ten steps closely and you’ll stay alive maybe just a little bit longer; otherwise we hope you like having your face chewed away (bad joke we know).

The Top 5 Tips to Help You Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

Stay Out of The Damn Sewers

For some insanely daft reason, every zombie movie has a scene in the sewers. Why? For the sake of all that is good in this world, stay the hell away from any sewer or drainage pipe during a zombie apocalypse. Humans have five senses for a reason. Sacrificing any one of those senses, during a time where ravenous husks roam free waiting for the chance to tear you to pieces with their bicuspids, is just downright silly.

Besides, most sewers smell really, really bad. Do you want to crawl around in human feces when you will probably have to wait weeks or months for a proper shower? No, we didn’t think so either.

Stay in Shape

The movie Zombieland said it best, “When the zombie outbreak first hit, the first to go, for obvious reasons… were the fatties.”

It doesn’t matter whether there are slow, hobbling zombies, or screaming sprinters of death, if you’re too fat to put one foot in front of the other and accelerate your body at a decent pace, then you’re going to have one hell of a time staying alive.

If you’re overweight you need to get out there and get some cardio done before the major outbreak hits. At least, by the time the plague tosses undead on your doorstep, you can be a little slimmed down.

The biggest part of cardio that any survivor will need is endurance, and endurance isn’t something you can just buy in a store. Endurance, especially when it comes to exercise, is earned over time. Your body builds up the ability to run, walk and scream bloody murder longer and longer – but the trick is, you need to move around to increase endurance.

It’s also worth mentioning that it is so easier to get in shape when you can watch Jane Fonda. There will be no watching of Jane Fonda in a zombie apocalypse, we can promise you that.

Always Travel in Groups, But Remain Emotionally Detached

In a zombie apocalypse groups are beneficial to your health. When the raving cannibals come hunting it’s easier to defend a location with more than one person, and it’s always safer to travel in groups too.

The problem with traveling in a group during a zombie apocalypse, arises when you become emotionally attached to anyone, or everyone, in your group. Whatever you do, don’t.

It takes a cold hearted bastard to survive the zombie apocalypse, and even though the trials and tribulations of the experience will harden you over time, you’ll still need to retain some emotional integrity. Besides, it’s dreadfully hard to pummel a zombie’s brain into a gooey mess when you’re crying like a baby over your buddy Jimbo that just got eaten for doing something stupid.

Remember, people are generally slow to think in dangerous situations, which means that some people are going to die for extremely stupid reasons.

You can’t waste time shedding a tear for anyone, especially stupid people. Hell, learn not to cry at all.

Pets Are Detrimental to Your Health

Pets are an added nuisance during a zombie apocalypse. To put it bluntly, pets are worthless.

If you have a pet, make sure you put it to sleep before you venture into zombie country, otherwise you may find yourself running after a furry little creature, separated from the group and miles away from anything you know.

Just a heads up cat lovers, we know you hold yourselves prodigiously over dog owners – but cats are pets too, kick em’ to the curb.

Kids also have a tendency to do the same thing. If you have a child during a zombie apocalypse, don’t be like Lori from the Walking Dead, keep a good eye on your kid and keep him or her by you AT ALL TIMES. Unless of course you want them to become a mincemeat sandwich while you’re not looking.

Substance Dependency is ABTGYK

Are you slightly confused by that header? No worries, we’ll spell it out for you.

Substance dependency is ABOUT TO GET YOU KILLED. Do you find yourself always needing a drink, smoke or toke? Unfortunately, those urges are not going to change when you’re fighting off killer cannibals in a high stress situation. Yes, zombies will cause you loads and loads of stress.

If you’re mind is too busy screaming and telling you to run off and satisfy your vice in a moment of danger, you’re probably going to die. Ween yourself off whatever dependency you have as soon as possible, or you may find that it will do more than just kill you- it will get you torn to pieces by a flesh mongering beast.

5 More Ways to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

Green Transportation is Key

We’re not literally talking about green cars here, so even if you have a brand new lime green Mazda 2. That shiny new vehicle will do you absolutely no good when gas is scarce, and all the roads are blocked.

Have you ever seen what the highways and roads look like in the event of a massive evacuation or emergency? The roads fill up, fast.

Green transportation is key in the zombie apocalypse, and that means bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards and even feet. Always remember rule number one when using green transportation though, wear a helmet.

Oh, and you should probably wear some elbow pads and knee pads too. It hurts like a mother when you scrape your extremities up.

Never Underestimate a Good Blunt Object, Firearms Are Overrated

Movies are all about guns, especially zombie flicks. The bigger the gun, the more badassery that occurs.

While it is true that quite a few people have firearms available, there are a lot of people that own no firearms. We know, we were just as shocked as you that people don’t exercise their second amendment rights.

If you don’t have a gun, don’t fret. Firearms are overrated. They require maintenance and bullets, which can run out fast in a sticky situation.

Blunt objects will reign supreme in zombie country. As a matter of fact, objects that will cause any amount of hemorrhaging will be valuable. Blunt objects don’t run out of ammo, and there will always be an abundant supply.

Sorry dad, your bowling trophy will make a substantial zombie basher.

The Higher The Better

Are you afraid of heights? Well you better get over it fast because, in zombie country, the higher up in the sky you are the better. When your group settles down to make a temporary encampment always make sure it is as far from the ground as possible.

Aside from a divine miracle, chances are pretty high that zombies can’t climb. Higher will ALWAYS be safe, unless there are crazed Hunter zombies, like the ones that appear in Left 4 Dead, because then we’re all screwed.

You Can Never Have Enough Wood

One inanimate object will save lots of people in a zombie apocalypse. Wood.

If you barricade your group in a single location or are trying to make temporary shelter, you can never have enough wood – never. Wood can be used to cover all windows and entrances, and is the only tool that is proven to fortify a shelter. If you don’t have a Home Depot or Lowe’s right next to your shelter of choice, don’t worry – when we say wood we are simply referring to any piece that will complete the job.

Did you find some deadwood on the ground? It will do. Did you rip a door off it’s hinges? Yeah, that will work.

You can never have enough wood.

Stock up on Supplies Sooner than Later

Don’t be one of those idiots running around the grocery store looking for supplies, all while people are getting chewed to pieces around them.

There will always be that one guy who runs back into the store for some cheetos, and never comes back. Don’t let that happen to you.

Stock up on supplies before the crowd rush happens and if, for some god-awful reason, you miss the opportunity, wait until all of the other morons are dead. If you absolutely have to, steal from neighbors or passerby, but whatever you do, don’t venture into the open until after the gist of the zombie horde has dispersed.

In a world of zombies, there will always be zombies, there’s no arguing that, but would you rather take on small groups at a time or a shambling horde of thousands?

Not to mention, if you go out scavenging with the rest of the survivors you’ll probably have to fight off those crazy ladies who are dependent on their caffeine, and let us warn you, those suckers can throw a punch.

Google managed to make headlines earlier with the launch of its cloud storage system: Google Drive. The system has been finally developed to compete with the likes of Microsoft’s SkyDrive and Dropbox. While it has taken the company quite a while to get into the game, Google hit the ground running with a system integrated directly to Google Documents.

The new “Google Drive” seems to retain some of the core features that were formerly a part of Google Documents while also providing upgraded storage and better functionality in terms of product integration (more on that below). Obviously, there are a few things Google could do to make Google Drive even better but we’ll get to that later.