Are you ready to cut the cord?

I must be a chicjen. Although I love my two Android devices I feel that I still need a laptop and netbook.

Cutting all the Cords: The Feasibility of a 100% Mobile Lifestyle

Google+ New Features

Google+ for Android: polish and performance

Inside History available for Android

To say that I have been pestering the Editors of Inside History Magazine, my favourite Aussie Genie Mag, to publish a version of their Mag for Android is an understatement.

I was thrilled to see the news on FB that this fab production is available for we Android users. Congratulations Cassie, Ben and team on this move.

Inside History | May/June-12 Back Issue for $8.49 | Zinio - The World's Largest Newsstand: 

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Protection

When you install a new app do you just give all the permissions required for download without much thiught?

If you care about your security follow this link:

How App Permissions Work & Why You Should Care [Android]

Manage Your Podcasts With Doggcatcher | ByteMunchers

Seems as though someone agrees with me that Doggcatcher is a great tool for managing your podcasts. I have been using this tool for nearly a year now and have no reason to complain.

Manage Your Podcasts With Doggcatcher | ByteMunchers:

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Amazon's Android Appstore Allows Users to Test Apps on Phones | PCWorld

I wonder if we can access this facility in Australia or, like many of Amazon's new features, it is just for people in the US.

Amazon's Android Appstore Allows Users to Test Apps on Phones | PCWorld:

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Protection for your devices

This article made me think about the gear I use to protect my devices. Like the writer of the article linked to below I have tried a variety of housings for my toys.

My newish Android phone is a cheapish Galaxy model so I have only invested in a screen protector for it. At the time I was seeking a cover I couldn't find one that I liked. I prefer a cover I don't have to open, one that will protect the device from bumps, that encases the back and sides of the device and is made from a soft pliable material like silicon.

The cover on my Galaxy Tab is of the type I described above. Coupled with a screen protector it gives the device which has survived a few drops adequate protection.

How do you protect your Android phone?