There are a number of apps that let you remote control a PC from an Android phone or tablet. But TeamViewer has just released an app that does the opposite: It lets you remote control an Android phone or tablet from a PC. This lets you offer tech support to an Android user on the […]
Utilities
Take a photo, translate text with Google Translate for Android
Google has updated the free Google Translate app for Android, letting you translate text by snapping a photo and then brushing your finger over the text in an image. All you have to do get started is fire up the app, hit the camera button, point your camera at a restaurant menu, business sign, or anything […]
OTA Update Center brings over-the-air updates to custom Android ROMs
If you have an Android smartphone from a big name device maker such as Samsung, HTC, Motorola, Sony, or LG, when an operating system update is available you’ll probably see a notification on your device prompting you to download and install it. That’s assuming you’re running the software that came with your phone. If you’ve […]
ClockworkMod 6: Create flashable update.zip from your current ROM
ClockworkMod Recovery is a utility that you can use with an Android phone or table to backup or restore your device, or flash (install) software updates or even new operating systems. Now the developer has revealed a new feature that will be available in version 6.0: The ability to create an installable update.zip file based […]
1Tap Quick Bar: Add frequently-used apps, settings to Android notification area
The Android notification area is a place to see information about missed calls, incoming email messages, music that’s currently playing, and all sorts of other information. If you happen to have a phone (or custom ROM) that supports it, you may also find shortcuts to toggle WiFi, GPS, airplane mode, and other features from the […]