Translogic 186: 1978 Ferrari 308 GTE Virtual Reality Test Drive
Translogic partners with 8112 Studios to take you on a virtual reality test drive of the all-electric 1978 Ferrari 308 GTE, converted by EV West.For years we’ve heard about how virtual reality will revolutionize the world, but only recently does the technology seem poised to hit the mainstream. From advanced headsets like the Oculus Rift, to simple cardboard viewers that turn your smartphone into a VR device, 360-degree videos promise to take us closer to the action than ever before.
Google has acquired Fly Labs to boost Google Photos functionality
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Google has really doubled down on its Google Photos app, and yet another remind of this, Google has acquired Fly Labs to bolster the functionality that already exists. If you’ve never heard of Fly Labs, that’s because their apps – Clips, Tempo, Fly and Crop – have only been available on the iOS platform to the tune of 3 million downloads and 20 million videos edited. This purchase means that these apps will only exist on the App Store for another 3 months, and won’t be receiving any other updates – but you know, that’s only if you have an iOS device.
If you’re on an Android device and love Google Photos, you’ll be excited to know that Google is going to be incorporating Fly Labs video editing know-how into the Google Photos app. It seems inevitable now that Google Photos is going to be morphed into your one-stop shop for all visual media needs and presumably Google’s machine learning algorithms are going to be coming along for the ride too – we’re excited.
What do you think about Google acquiring Fly Labs? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Fly Labs via Android Police
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The creators of Crossy Road are back with Shooty Skies
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Crossy Road was an incredibly popular game, bringing back fond memories of age-old road crossing games like Frogger. Two of the three-man team that created Crossy Road have teamed up again under a new name – Mighty Games Group – to bring you Shooty Skies, yet another game that brings back a game genre from a by-gone video gaming age. This time, it’s the 2D sky shooters that Shooty Skies aims to emulate except with the same voxel art style that made Crossy Road so charming. Check out the trailer for the game below:
It’s frantic, colourful and there are in-app purchases if you want to customize your avatar the way you want them – note that you’ll still unlock them over time from playing the game. Of course, this means that the game is free-to-play, so really that’s all the reasons you need to pick up and try Shooty Skies this weekend.
http://playboard.me/widgets/pb-app-box/1/pb_load_app_box.jsWhat do you think about Shooty Skies? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Android Police
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VW will reportedly offer cash to cheated diesel car drivers
If you’re feeling burned by Volkswagen’s decision to cheat on diesel emissions tests, you might get some compensation for your troubles. Sources for The Truth About Cars understand that VW will launch a “TDI Goodwill Program” that compensates diesel car drivers with cash in the form of prepaid cards. In the US, you’d get both a $500 universal card as well as a VW-only card worth $500 to $750. The automaker isn’t confirming details just yet, but it tells the New York Times that it’s planning an announcement on Monday. Dealers also tell the newspaper that they’re aware of a program in the works, although they don’t know the specifics. It may not include the expanded range of cars reportedly tainted by the scandal, though, since VW is denying claims that it cheated with some models.
Via: New York Times
Source: The Truth About Cars
The creators of Crossy Road release Shooty Skies to the Play Store
If you were a fan of Crossy Road, the retro-style reimagining of Frogger with colorful playable characters and two scoops of wackiness, then you might be eager to know that the same guys who made that game have just put out the arcade shoot-em-up Shooty Skies.
It’s not technically the same company as Crossy Road, which was developed by Hipster Whale. Shooty Skies is the brainchild of Mighty Games, which includes two key developers from Crossy Road: Andy Sum and Matt Hall. The game boasts its predecessor’s blocky, colorful aesthetic and a return to the collectables that made Crossy Road so addicting.
Shooty Skies plays much differently than Crossy Road. As Crossy Road is to Frogger, Shooty Skies is to those myriad top-down bullet hell games that crowded arcades in the eighties and nineties. The ground scrolls by below and your ship fires automatically. You have to use your finger to pilot your little character around the screen, avoiding enemy fire. Your weapons start off as peashooters, but busting open presents frees collectables that turn you into a flying arsenal, The enemies get increasingly tough and increasingly complex as you go.
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It’s a fun, bright little game that makes its money off in-game advertising. If that sounds like your cup of tea, head on over to the Google Play Store and download your free copy.
What do you think? Is Shooty Skies your kind of game, or are you going to be passing on this one? Let us know in the comments!
Have a Chromecast or Android TV? Claim your $6 of Google Play Store credit (US only)
When it comes to streaming devices, you can’t get much better value than with the Chromecast. This little HDMI dongle is only $35! What could make it better? Well, the Google Play Store is often handing out freebies and deals for Cast users. If you have a Chromecast or Android TV device you will want to continue reading, as we are about to tell you how to get $6 of Google Play Store credit for free!
Let’s start by telling you a bit about the promotion first. Just like last February, the Google Play Store is offering $6 of Google Play Store credit to any Cast user, whether he/she owns a Chromecast or Android TV. This does extend to multiple devices, so if you happen to have a couple Cast-enabled gadgets you will be entitled to $12.
Each device has to be associated with your account. So far it does seem to be a US-only offer, but nothing is stopping you from trying. It also seems to work with all Android TVs, at least according to online reports so far.
How to get my $6 of Google Play Store credit
Want to cash in on this deal? The process is super simple! There are two ways to redeem this offer: through the Chrome browser and through the web.
Redeem $6 credit through Chrome browser
- Go to the Google Cast Offers website.
- This does use the Cast extension, so make sure it’s installed, activated and that your Cast devices are on (in the same network as the device you are using).
- Check the website box that says you agree to share your Chromecast’s device ID with Google. Then press “Continue”.
- The deal should be in your available options. Redeem your $6 and follow instructions.
Redeem $6 credit through the Chromecast app
- If you don’t have it yet (for whatever reason), go ahead and download the Chromecast app from the Google Play Store.
- Launch the Chromecast application.
- Make sure your Google Cast device is on and in the same network as your phone.
- Tap on the Google Cast device when it shows up on the application.
- Click on the 3-dot menu and select “Check for offers”.
- Select your offer of choice and follow instructions to redeem it.
Wrapping up
Who doesn’t like some good freebies? Lucky for Chromecast and Android TV owners, these are plentiful. Now you can get a game, buy some music or rent a movie to stream through Google Cast. Hit the comments to let us know if it all went smoothly!
Here are the videos you don’t want to miss this week – November 7, 2015
We’re just now wrapping up yet another busy week in the Android world.
This week we managed to bring you numerous comparisons, reviews and even a throwback video that we think you’ll really like. Josh compared the Nexus 6P and the iPhone 6S Plus, Lanh compared the Motorola Moto X Style and the Samsung Galaxy S6, and Gary went incredibly in-depth when comparing the latest and greatest mobile processors on the market. That’s not all, either. We also went back to our roots to go hands-on with the Nokia 3410 – the mobile phone that just about everyone loved.
Our video team has been very hard at work this week, so without any further ado, here are the videos you don’t want to miss.
Flagships going head to head
Nexus 6P vs iPhone 6S Plus
The Nexus 6P is one of the best (if not the best) Android smartphone you can buy today. How does it stack up against the latest from Apple? Josh finds out, in this comparison of the Nexus 6P vs iPhone 6S Plus.
SoC showdown: Snapdragon 810 vs Exynos 7420 vs Helio X10 vs Kirin 935
There are tons of different processors out there that power our mobile devices, but which is the best? Gary walks us through a showdown between the Snapdragon 810, Exynos 7420, Helio X10 and Kirin 935.
Moto X Style (Pure Edition) vs Samsung Galaxy S6
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The latest from Motorola vs the latest from Samsung. There are tons of differences between these two phones, so which one should you consider? Check out Lanh’s in-depth comparison of the Motorola Moto X Style and the Samsung Galaxy S6.
Reviews
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 review
Motorola just recently announced the Verizon-exclusive Droid Turbo 2. Want to learn everything there is to know about this new device? Don’t miss Krystal’s full review of the Droid Turbo 2.
Motorola Droid Maxx 2 review
Motorola’s Droid Maxx 2 is pretty much a mid-range version of the Droid Turbo 2. Is this the right phone for you? Check out Krystal’s full review to learn more.
Going back to our roots
Throwback Thursday: a very special hands-on
Mobile phones have changed drastically over the years, and it’s important to remember where they all started. You really don’t want to miss Nirave’s look back at the phone that started it all – the Nokia 3410.
How does Motorola’s ShatterShield tech work?
The display on the Droid Turbo 2 is covered in Motorola’s new ShatterShield technology. What does that mean? Jayce walks us through what makes up Motorola’s new display tech.
Will Samsung stop making smartphones in 5 years?
An analyst claims that Samsung will stop making smartphones in five years’ time. Is he wrong? Check out Matthew’s post below for all of the details, and don’t mis Jayce’s video attached above for even more speculation.
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