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TED Air Android App, “Ideas Worth Spreading”

Posted on Aug 7, 2011 in Multimedia, Top Rated Apps | comment

The TED Air Android app lets you watch and listen to a multitude of TED talks on some of the most important topics in today’s world.Version: 0.9.539 beta Size: 300KB Category: Multimedia Price: FreeIf you aren’t familiar with TED, it stands for Technology, Entertainment, and Design. It has been held since 1984 with the motto “Ideas Worth Spreading.” Just a few of the famous speakers who have given talks include Bill Clinton, Al Gore, and Bill Gates. The TED Air Android app currently has 971 unique talks, all watchable from your Android device. To begin, check...

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Top Android App: AudioManager

Posted on May 20, 2011 in Multimedia, Top Rated Apps | comment

AudioManager is a sleek tool that simplifies the volume adjustment process on your Android device.Version: 2.2.4 Size: 540KB Category: Multimedia Price: Free (Pro version $2.99)AudioManager is both an application and a widget that lets you view all system volumes from your homescreen. You have one-click access to the alarm, music, alerts, ringer, system, and voice call volumes. Each of the volume meters has different level settings like 0-5, 0-7, and 0-15 which are Android presets. To make changes, just drag the marker to your preferred levels. If set to silent, certain volumes like...

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Music Beta by Google Released

Posted on May 10, 2011 in App News, Multimedia | comment

During today’s keynote presentation at Google I/O 2011 in San Francisco, Music Beta by Google was officially announced. In its current beta state, the music service is available by invitation only in the U.S. Make sure to request an invite at music.google.com. For our international readers out there, we do hope that the beta quickly breaks through the American borders although no timeline was given. Important to note is the fact that the service is completely free in its beta form but might have a price/monthly fee with its official release. Benefits of Google Music:Upload songs,...

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Top Android App: TuneIn Radio Pro

Posted on May 9, 2011 in Multimedia, Top Rated Apps | 1 comment

TuneIn Radio lets you browse and listen to radio – live, local, and global.Version: 2.0 Size: 1.26MB Category: Multimedia Price: $0.99 – Amazon App Store (Free version available)To begin, browse the categories of available radio stations; local radio, music, talk, sports, by location, or by language. The “local radio” category features all of the programming you’re used to listening while in your car. When you’ve found the station you’d like, click it to instantly buffer and begin listening. Save in to your “presets” if...

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Top Android App: QuickPic

Posted on Apr 30, 2011 in Multimedia, Top Rated Apps | 1 comment

QuickPic is an efficient, powerful app for viewing and organizing all of the pictures on your Android device.Version: 1.1.1 Size: 242KB (no apps2SD) Category: Multimedia Price: FreeQuickPic‘s claim to fame is its speed and responsiveness (something the stock Gallery Android app can’t say), which is accomplished by caching images to reduce their loading time. The default display is folder-based with thumbnails being shown of the 4 most recent items. Or, if you prefer a list-like view, you can click the icon of a bulleted list in the top left of the QuickPic toolbar. To...

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