Coffee Stain Studios’ ‘GoatZ’ makes you a goat fleeing from zombies
Even the developer behind the miraculously popular Goat Simulator game knows the value in integrating zombies. Right now, millions of gamers can purchase GoatZ for $4.99 in the Play Store. The name of the game speaks for itself. Players take control of a customizable goat traveling through a world overtaken by zombies. Coffee Stain Studios, who admits that this is a “contender for the dumbest thing” they have produced, created a massive map with plenty of goodies throughout. The usual elements of being a goat, such as eating every five minutes, remain while fighting zombies for survival is quite the unique spin.
This may be the best $4.99 you have ever spent.
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Chrome Beta now asks you before downloading a duplicate file
The Chrome Beta app for Android is now getting an update from Google, which brings an interesting feature to the fore. The update cleverly asks users before downloading a file which the user might have previously downloaded.
The browser essentially looks at the root directory to find if there’s a file with the same name, and if there is, you will be notified before the file is downloaded. This is a very handy feature and will avoid clutter on your Downloads folder. In its current form, Chrome Beta adds a suffix (1), (2) and so on for a duplicate file.
This update will make the lives of Android users a lot easier and keep your device clean from duplicate files. Google will also let you download a duplicate file and you will be given a choice to either replace it or create a new file.
It might take some time for the feature to make its way to the Chrome app that millions use, but if you have Chrome Beta installed on your device, be on the lookout for an update.
Via: Android Police
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Samsung confirms Lollipop for Galaxy Note 2 in some markets
Despite recent confirmation that Galaxy Note 2 wouldn’t be receiving Lollipop, Samsung Danmark took to Twitter that some variants of the device would be getting it.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2’s out of Denmark (CSC code: NEE) will get the update. In another tweet, Samsung Danmark said both the Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) and the Galaxy Note 2 4G (G5-N7105) will get Lollipop. However, the updates will occur at different times, and there is currently no info as to which one will come first.
Updates to these devices are based on different markets, so it’s entirely possible that other models could get the firmware upgrade in the near future. After all, before the confirmation that the Note 2 wouldn’t be receiving Lollipop, the device was on an official update list for it. Samsung definitely had plans to upgrade at least a few of the models out there.
Galaxy Note 2 users aren’t left behind just yet. Let’s hope Samsung gets the ball rolling and we’ll see a larger rollout across markets. Of course, there’s always the option of rooting and flashing your smartphone with the updated firmware, if you’re comfortable with that.
Source: Twitter
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Straight Talk now offering 5GB data in $45 rate plan
Wireless provider Straight Talk is now offering customers more data for the same low rate.Effective immediately, the $45 rate plan includes 5GB of monthly data which is up considerably from the previous allotment of 3GB per month.
The deal is available to both new and existing subscribers and does not require any sort of changes on the user’s behalf. Simply enjoy the extra data that shows up the next time you refill!
Straight Talk offers customers two no-contract rate plans: $45 and $60 per month. As a joint venture between TracFone and Walmart, Straight Talk is an MVNO that utilizes Sprint, Verizon, and AT&T networks. Operating as a BYOD (bring your own device) provider, it also allows for tablets, too.
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Nintendo: Expect five smartphone games by 2017
The first smartphone game from Nintendo should arrive in 2015
Nintendo plans to release at least five smartphone games by March 2017, the first of which should debut later this year. Speaking during the recent 2014 earnings Nintendo CEO and president Satoru Iwata said we should expect more than a simple port of existing titles. Given that smartphones are an entirely different animal than something that’s controller-based it takes some juggling.
“You may think it is a small number but when we aim to make each title a hit, and because we want to thoroughly operate every one of them for a significant amount of time after their releases, this is not a small number at all and should demonstrate our serious commitment to the smart device business.“
It is not clear what titles Nintendo plans to offer nor do we know for certain that all five will be for Android. We might hope and assume that this is the case but it has not been confirmed as of yet.
What sort of games would you like to see come to mobile devices? Is there a specific character or series you’d like to play on your Android handset? Leave a comment below!
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Some Galaxy S6 owners are seeing a purple speck on photos taken with the front-facing camera
The new Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets have certainly made a good impression on many folks out there. Along with a premium build and revamped software, these two handsets arguably feature two of the best cameras available on a smartphone to date. However, it looks like for some users, the experience the camera brings to the table is far from perfect. According to a recent thread on Reddit, some Galaxy S6 owners are seeing a purple speck on all photos taken with the front-facing camera. It’s not exactly clear why this is happening, though the thread lists numerous people who have had similar issues.
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The first user in the thread reported that the purple speck began showing up out of the blue since they have photos taken with the same camera from a few weeks prior. And so far, no one has been able to find out whether this defect is due to a software or hardware issue.
Some users who experienced the same problem claim that the issue can be fixed by switching the front-facing camera’s resolution to 3.8MP from the standard 5MP resolution. While that may be true, if you experience the problem with your handset, either Samsung or your mobile provider will be happy to send you a new device in exchange for the defective unit.
If you’re interested, more examples can be found at the Reddit link below. Have you experienced this issue with your Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge? If so, be sure to let us know in the comment section below.
Samsung Gear VR for Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge now available online
The first virtual reality headset for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge is now available online. Owners of those two Samsung devices can head over to Samsung or Best Buy’s sites to purchase the Gear VR Innovator Edition headset. Both are selling the virtual reality headset for $199. If choosing Best Buy’s in-store pickup, the wait is about 3-5 days. The electronics retailer will start selling the Gear VR Innovator Edition in its stores on May 15.
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Android 5.0 update for the T-Mobile Sony Xperia Z3 gets certified
The T-Mobile Sony Xperia Z3 is all set to get the Android 5.0 update as it has just been certified by the PTCRB. It’s common for updates to be certified by the PTCRB before it’s ready for a commercial release, so the rollout seems to be on track as of now.
The Android 5.0 update for Sony flagships from 2014 have started rolling out recently, so it was only a matter of time before T-Mobile sent out the update. Verizon also has a variant of the Xperia Z3 (known as the Xperia Z3v), so those users should expect an update sometime soon as well.
The update brings the build number 23.1.C.0.381 from 23.0.D.1.123. The update should begin rolling out in a few days from now, so don’t expect an OTA notification to hit your device right away.
Via: Xperia Blog
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Patent for Amazon Prime Air drone reveals user tracking for delivery
The upcoming Amazon Prime Air service will deliver goods from the online retailer to locations specified by customers. A patent filed last September, though, reveals that the service could actually deliver to customers wherever they are. It would be done by utilizing GPS technology found in practically every smartphone on the market today. Even when a customer changes his or her location, the Prime Air drone will adapt and reroute itself. The filing also reveals that Prime Air drones will communicate with each other to trade information relating to traffic and weather.
Amazon is still working on bringing Prime Air to the public despite pushback from the government.
Source: USPTO
Via: TechnoBuffalo
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Motorola confirms that the Verizon Droid Turbo will be updated directly to Android 5.1
According to a tweet sent out by Motorola’s official Twitter page, the Motorola Droid Turbo smartphone will directly be updated to Android 5.1.
The handset was launched in September last year with Android 4.4.4 on board, and is yet to receive the Android 5.0 update. Motorola makes it clear that the smartphone will skip Android 5.0 altogether and make the jump to 5.1.
The company however hasn’t given out a release timeframe for the update, so we don’t know when the carrier will start the rollout of the update. But it’s good to know that an update is on the horizon for Droid Turbo customers.
A switch from Android 4.4 to Android 5.1 would mean that users will be treated to Device Protection, better notifications handling and the plethora of Material Design features in one update rather than waiting for two separate Android updates. Verizon is yet to speak on the matter, but we expect a word from the carrier soon.
Source: @Motorola – Twitter
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