Whether you want to monitor those calories and go on a diet, or you just want to get fitter with a little exercise, don't forget to take your Android phone with you. This guide...

The latest app to join the Google family on Android is Google Offers. It’s basically a way to get bargains and enjoy special offers through limited deals. It has limited availability...

The original Motorola RAZR was the mobile phone to have a few years ago. One smartphone revolution later and the Motorola Droid RAZR is aiming to be similarly successful, but a lot...

If you’re looking for a new high-end Android smartphone then there are two devices that should be vying for your attention right now – the Galaxy Nexus and the Motorola...

Smartphones can be incredibly useful devices for any business professional. The question here is -- which platform will serve you better? Will you be more productive with an Android...

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the new face of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, but what does it offer beyond the upgraded platform? There’s a lot of good stuff here, but there...

The latest version of the Android platform is 4.0 or Ice Cream Sandwich. It offers a host of improvements and it brings smartphones and tablets together. We take a closer look in this...

Being a parent is a full time job and so help from any direction is generally welcome. In this round-up we delve into the Android Market to find some of the best apps for busy parents...

Developers were reluctant to produce apps for Android 3.0 Honeycomb as it only appeared on one type of device -- tablets. But with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich there is greater impetus...

The long-running smartphone platform war shows no signs of ending any time soon. Microsoft and Apple remain committed to challenging Android wherever they can, but Google won’t...

Developers were reluctant to produce apps for Android 3.0 Honeycomb as it only appeared on one type of device -- tablets. But with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich there is greater impetus...

The App Inventor software originally provided by Google makes it very easy to build apps that you can transfer to your Android phone and share with friends!

Getting into Android development? Don't go it alone - our comprehensive collection of guides and articles is a great resource. Find out how to work with the Android platform...

If there is something that *almost* all Android applications have in common it is the preferences screen. Here you can change the settings of the application. This article will...

We are going to create an Android database in our application to store data. This is one of the multiple ways of using persistence in our system. Let's take a look at the steps...

Learn how to create more complex pop-up windows or Alerts in the Google Android Programming Environment. This time we will learn how to organize our AlertsDialogs in a single Activity...

In this article I will explain how you can develop your own Android application by examining every one of the basic files in a new Android project.

In this first part of the series of articles, we will set the environment to start developing own Android applications using Eclipse or Netbeans.

Let's continue talking about Intents in Android, this time more complex examples will be shown.

In this article we will see how to work with XML to build user interfaces for our applications in Google Android.

Whether you want to monitor those calories and go on a diet, or you just want to get fitter with a little exercise, don't forget to take your Android phone with you. This guide...

The latest app to join the Google family on Android is Google Offers. It’s basically a way to get bargains and enjoy special offers through limited deals. It has limited availability...

Being a parent is a full time job and so help from any direction is generally welcome. In this round-up we delve into the Android Market to find some of the best apps for busy parents...

There are loads of great apps on the Android platform that can help small businesses to stay organized and save money. Let’s take a look at some of the best options.

We can all use a little help saving money and with the right apps your Android smartphone can definitely help. Let’s take a look at the best Android apps that save you money.

Google TV hasn’t exactly been a smash hit so far, but version 2.0 is built on Android Honeycomb 3.1 and it offers access to apps via the Android Market. Is it enough to spark...

You don't always have to rely on your keyboard -- there are many handwriting apps available for Android that will either convert your script to text, save it as it is for quick...

Mobile phone platform manufacturers have finally recognized the need for voice-activated features and in the last few weeks Apple and Android have both launched new tools. But which...

The PayPass Locator app is designed to help you find merchants who accept MasterCard PayPass payments. Find out what the app can do for you in this review.

Keeping track of your contacts on an Android smartphone can be a hair-losing experience, but fear not, the Smartr Contacts app is designed to make communicating with people through...

The original Motorola RAZR was the mobile phone to have a few years ago. One smartphone revolution later and the Motorola Droid RAZR is aiming to be similarly successful, but a lot...

If you’re looking for a new high-end Android smartphone then there are two devices that should be vying for your attention right now – the Galaxy Nexus and the Motorola...

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the new face of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, but what does it offer beyond the upgraded platform? There’s a lot of good stuff here, but there...

There was plenty of speculation and a delay, but now the Samsung Galaxy Nexus has been revealed. So does the first Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich device live up to the hype? Let’s...

Android is a fantastic mobile operating system and it runs on a wide variety of smartphones. If you’re shopping for a new one then check out this comparison guide for the best...

The Android platform has grown very successful over the last few years. There have been lots of devices released by different manufacturers and in this photo gallery we take a look...

The Samsung Galaxy S II is the phone of the year for 2011. In this photo gallery we get up close and personal with Samsung’s flagship Android smartphone and explain why it is...

Smartphones are popular gifts and the gift buying season is on top of us. But they are also one of those things that it's very difficult to buy for someone. How do you match the...

You love your Android phone, but do you really know it inside and out? What about Google Android in general? Put your little grey cells to the test and find out how well you...

Android is the hottest platform in the mobile world right now. A number of manufacturers produce Android smartphones and they come in various shapes and sizes and at various price points...

Ice Cream Sandwich is version 4.0 of the Android platform for smartphones and tablets. It’s packed with tweaks and new features. Learn about the best it has to offer right here...

It seems odd that Android doesn’t currently support the Chrome browser. The two look like perfect bedfellows and the addition of Chrome could be a real boost for the platform...

Do you have an Android smartphone? Would you say you have a Droid? Maybe you’ve got an HTC? Let’s take a closer look at branding for Google’s Android platform...

Learn how to reduce the amount of data usage on your Android phone. These tips will help you to stretch your data allowance further and reduce your chances of getting unexpected bills...

Sending texts, instant messaging and VoIP apps can all be great ways to communicate without incurring any costs. Check out some of your top options for messaging on Android.

One of the top reasons for buying a smartphone is the ability to use it for email. Learn about the email apps you could be using and find handy guides to set up your email accounts...

Want to know how to block calls or avoid speaking to people you're avoiding? Interested in VOIP or backing up your contacts with a PIM app? Or do you simply plan to assign...

Android already has built-in tools for syncing some types of data - but you may need some help finding backup software for your phone...

Don't let your app installation or fast battery discharge get you down - these Android troubleshooting tips should help you sort out any problems!

Alas the time has come that we need to make sure our Android phones are as protected as our computers -- the threat of malware and malicious apps is on the increase. Then there's...

Smartphones can be incredibly useful devices for any business professional. The question here is -- which platform will serve you better? Will you be more productive with an Android...

The latest version of the Android platform is 4.0 or Ice Cream Sandwich. It offers a host of improvements and it brings smartphones and tablets together. We take a closer look in this...

The long-running smartphone platform war shows no signs of ending any time soon. Microsoft and Apple remain committed to challenging Android wherever they can, but Google won’t...

They share the Linux kernel and that was the only common element between Ubuntu and Android, until the news that Canonical was planning to extend their Linux distro onto mobile phones...

There have been various claims about the dangers of Android fragmentation and the comparatively high number of Android smartphone returns. Let’s take a look at what is behind...

There’s a tendency to focus on the latest and greatest releases in the mobile industry and while the cutting edge of the market is always hotly contested the budget segment is...

The Android mobile phone platform has been around for a few years now, but how much do you know about its founding years, the OHA and the various confectionary-based version names?

Google Wallet looks set to transform the way we shop and pay for services. It offers a convenient new way to pay with your smartphone. Will it catch on? Are there any drawbacks?...

The mobile platform wars are raging on and honestly they get more and more similar every day. So what are the killer features of Android that make it stand out from the crowd?

The Android Market has had its problems and so, when the Amazon Appstore launched, many people were excited about it. A few months on it has become clear that it’s a disaster...