WeatherBug for iPhone Can Warn You when there's Lightning in Your Area

By Ed Hardy | 4/1/2013

The newly redesigned version of the WeatherBug app has a unique feature: it can tell users exactly how far away the nearest lightning is. Video

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Skype Updates Windows Phone 8 App with HD Video and People Hub

By Hannah Becker | 3/20/2013

A new update to Skype's Windows Phone 8 app brings HD video for higher-end handsets, along with reactivation of the People Hub feature disabled in January.

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Be Safe with the Breathometer -- the Smartphone Breathalyzer

By Michael Wall | 3/13/2013

Breathometer is going to be the first smartphone breathalyzer. The accessory will quickly and easily measure blood alcohol level with the help of a corresponding application, and easily attach via the handset audio jack.

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Skype Updates iOS App Again, Adding Slick New Calling UI

By Hannah Becker | 3/8/2013

In the latest of a long string of updates, Skype's app for iPhones and iPads this week got a slicker UI for placing calls, plus new enhancements to chat.

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Google Maps iOS App Adds New Features for Finding People and Places

By Hannah Becker | 3/7/2013

The Google Maps app for iPhones and iPads added new features this week, aimed at making it easier to find nearby places and contact your friends.

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Google Spiffs Up iOS and Android Chrome Browsers

By Amber Riippa | 3/7/2013

Google has updated its Chrome browsers for Android and iOS, during the same week that its competitor Opera released the beta of a new WebKit-based Android rival. TabletPCReview has more.

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Google Play Marks Its First Birthday By Giving Out Price Cuts and Freebies

By Hannah Becker | 3/6/2013

Google Play is celebrating the week of its first birthday by giving out price cuts and freebies on music, movies, books, TV shows, games, and more. TabletPCReview has additional info.

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Polaris Office for iOS Gets 80% Price Cut

By Hannah Becker | 3/4/2013

If you're open to checking out alternative office suites for your iPad or iPhone, Polaris Office for iOS is now downloadable at an 80 percent discount. TabletPCReview has more details.

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Stamp Rocket Brings Simple Task Automation to iPhone, iPad

By Hannah Becker | 3/2/2013

Wisconsin-based SnowShoe has released an app that allows users to automate every-day tasks on an iOS device.

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BlackBerry 10 Software Update Brings Improvements to Performance and Camera

By Michael Wall | 3/1/2013

BlackBerry issued a new BlackBerry 10 update today. This adds a number of new features, and is already available on select carriers for download directly to devices.

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Photoshop Touch Not Just for Tablets, Now Available for iPhone and Android Phones

By Michael Wall | 2/27/2013

Adobe is now offering its Adobe Photoshop Touch app for smartphones. This offers powerful Photoshop features with touch-based gestures, and is available for iOS and Android mobile devices.

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Scout for iPhone Update Offers ETA Sharing and Live Events

By Michael Wall | 2/21/2013

Telenav looks to add even more sharing options with its Scout for iPhone navigation app. The free update adds a slew of features including ETA sharing and live events.

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