[VIDEO] Pro-Tip: use Snap to access Android widgets no matter which app you’re using

Did you know that you don’t always need root to do cool things with your Android phone? Apps have a lot of great functionality on their own these days, and Snap is no different. This particular app will allow you to access your widgets without ever having to leave whichever app you’re in.

[VIDEO] New video provides an animated look at the inside of the BlackBerry Priv

The BlackBerry Priv might not have been able to single-handedly kick start the company's hardware sales in the fiscal third quarter. But things should change for the better early next year. BlackBerry's first Android powered slider will soon be available from the largest mobile carrier in the U.S., Verizon, and that can only mean more Priv units will get rung up. The Verizon version of the phone has already cleared the FCC.

[VIDEO] Deal: Turn your phone into a gaming machine with the PhoneJoy GamePad 2

If you’re a big mobile gamer, you know that touchscreen controls aren’t always the best. In fact, most of the time they suck. Android Area has a nice deal on a gamepad that connects with your phone and gives you more traditional physical controls.

[VIDEO] Android 6.0 beta seeding to Galaxy S6 and S6 edge in the UK

What do you know - the Marshmallow beta for the Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 edge that was supposed to be exclusive to South Korea, has started rolling out in the UK as well. The TouchWiz-zed Android 6.0 firmware comes in the form of a 1.2GB download and brings quite a few changes.

[VIDEO] Android’s latest ‘Be together, not the same’ commercial features finger puppets in all shapes and sizes

Everybody has a fingerprint, but no two are exactly the same. Google’s latest Android commercial tries drive this point home, showing casing a variety of fingerprint puppets in multiple personalities, colors, and sizes.

(VIDEO) Nvidia demonstrates Android 6.0 Marshmallow on the Shield Tablet K1

NVIDIA wants you to know that Marshmallow for the SHIELD Tablet K1 is nearly ready, and they’ve done so with a nice teaser showing the goods off. Will O’Neil — whom you may remember from when TechTV was still a thing — takes us through the update, which doesn’t depart far from Marshmallow’s natural kit but does add a couple of new NVIDIA-specific things.

How to use Cortana for Android (VIDEO)

Microsoft released Cortana for Android in beta several months ago, but now it is finally available for everyone. Cortana is Microsoft’s digital assistant for Windows 10 and mobile phones. It works similarly to Google Now and Apple’s Siri. Information is provided to the user without being prompted, but it can also do a wide variety of voice searches. Cortana is a great alternative if you’re willing to give it a shot.

Here’s a first look at Android 6.0 Marshmallow on the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 [VIDEO]

For starters, SamMobile does say the build number matches what they’ve seen from their Samsung insiders. It also has new features and UI tweaks that hasn’t been spotted in any current Lollipop firmware, so it’s much more than a deceptive build.prop edit.

Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow factory images now available for Nexus devices, brings all new emoji and more

While it’s sure to include a variety of bug fixes, we’re just going to call Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow — rolling out soon to Nexus devices — Android’s big “emoji update.” Although the rollout has started quite yet, as promised, Google did release the factory images onto their developer page in case anyone wants to flash them manually.

Google Now’s new, more consolidated look for Android Wear is finally rolling out to everyone

It was about a month ago that Google seemed to be testing refreshed Google Now cards for Android Wear, but it’s only today the update is now finally ready for the masses. Highlighting the newly updated UI is Google’s very own Android social media accounts, showing off the new features in a quick video.

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 will reportedly launch in Europe early next year

It was a strange turn of events back in August when Samsung first announced the impending release of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 for US and other regions. While the S6 Edge+ was headed to the 4 corners of the globe, they oddly left out any word on a European release for the Note 5. Not long after that, the official word was that Samsung didn’t have any plans to launch the Note 5 in Europe, at least not in 2015. While that always meant 2016 was still a possibility, we didn’t want to get our hopes up.

The Zus Car Charger can charge your phone and also be used to locate your car (VIDEO)

It’s no mystery that battery life on mobile devices leaves a lot to be desired. We’re often looking for outlets so we can plug in and get that little extra boost to help our devices make it through the day. One place where it’s not so easy to find an outlet is a vehicle. Car chargers are a great thing to have. TheZus Smart Car Charger can charge your phone, but it’s also an app-enabled car locator.

Teardown shows BlackBerry Priv display is refreshingly easy to replace [VIDEO]

By now, those of you interested in picking up BlackBerry’s long overdue entry into the Android space have likely already done so. The BlackBerry Priv — now readily available on AT&T, directly from the manufacturer, and soon, Verizon — signals the return of the slide-out physical keyboard. You know, one of the main reasons “business types” stuck around with BlackBerry through the years, despite smartphones all moving to a similar all-display form factor.

Samsung Gear S2 gets a big software update, here’s what’s new

It’s been almost a good 2 months since the Samsung Gear S2 officially launched here in the US. Today, the smartwatch is getting its first big software update. Well, the Korean version anyway. Although an official changelog wasn’t posted, XDA member “supersoulfly” was able to detail some of the new changes you should expect to see when the update — build number R732XXU2BOKF — arrives for your model. Here’s some of what’s new.

Google Fit update adds new exercise and nutrition features, brings it one step closer to full fitness coach

Google Fit, while a great start for monitoring basic activity throughout your day, it’s really only offered a sort of bare bones experience. But in an update rolling out today on the Play Store, Google is bringing the app one step closer to a full fledged fitness coach.

Game on: Acer Predator 8 now available to pre-order, ships later this week (VIDEO)

If you've seen and liked the Acer Predator 8, a new gaming-oriented tablet announced in September, you should be happy to find out that the device is now available to pre-order in the US. Although it was supposed to be released on November 6, the Predator 8 will be shipped only starting November 17, and you can pre-order it either directly from Acer, or from Newegg (check out the two source links at the end of this article).

BlackBerry Vienna leaked, Android-powered QWERTY with a more traditional design

Striking while the iron is still hot, BlackBerry could be looking to launch another Android-powered device — the BlackBerry Vienna -- this time with a more traditional candy bar form factor.

The Rufus Cuff - More than a Smartwatch. A Wrist Communicator. (VIDEO)

Billed as a “wrist communicator”, the Rufus Cuff actually surfaced back in 2014 on Indiegogo, but is now up for pre-order for new customers with a price starting at $249. So what exactly does a wrist communicator do? Basically, it’s a mini-tablet that’s attached to your wrist.

TAG Heuer Introduces Connected, the world's first luxury Android Wear smartwatch (VIDEO)

As scheduled, Swiss watchmaker Tag Heuer launched its first smartwatch at a dedicated event in New York today. Dubbed Connected, the $1,500 Android Wear-powered intelligent timepiece is inspired by the TAG Heuer Carrera, and has been developed in collaboration with Google and Intel.

Blackberry could already have plans to make more Android devices [VIDEO]

Blackberry CEO John Chen recently sat down with Fox News to discuss the company’s hardware business and their newly-launched Blackberry PRIV Android phone. He hit on all the obvious points: Blackberry loves hardware and won’t easily give up on it, and that they’ll be approaching the market with a steady head and make decisions based on market response.