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Engadget's iPhone app has been completely rebuilt, and it's available to download now!
We've heard you, and we agree -- our iPhone app has needed a re-envisioning, and we're thrilled to announce that the fruits of a lot of behind-the-scenes labor can now be seen in the App Store. Engadget's iPhone app has been completely rebuilt from the ground-up, with an all-new design taking center stage. Behind the new visuals, you'll find plenty of new functionality. Here's a quick breakdown on what's new and what has changed: Left and right slide-in rails have replaced the five buttons along the bottom, providing a cleaner view and the ability to slot new tools into those bars The left rail provides scrollable, adjustable navigation, while the right rail houses media such as podcasts and videos Within an article, you'll find one-tap access to comments and sharing options right at the top Within the Share icon, you'll also be able to save an article to Instapaper, Evernote, Pocket or into the app's Read Later section Added the ability to save all of the day's stories for offline reading with a single tap. Font size adjustment slider One-tap access to send Engadget editors a news tip, and to send feedback to our developers Support for Events (including Expand!) and recurring Buyer's Guides Our devs are also working hard right now to implement additional features (yes, beyond just tweaks and fixes) later this year. As for our loyal readers that rely on Android and Windows Phone, be assured that we're overhauling those builds as well in order to elevate our entire stable to a new standard. Our hope is to have those platforms served with a redesigned app before the year's end. Give it a download right here, and be sure to submit any issues to our support staff within the app itself (pull up the right rail -> Send Feedback). We'll be poring over each submission in a bid to make things even better as we go. Thanks for reading, and enjoy!
The Engadget app for Windows Phone 7.5 (Mango) has arrived!
It seems like only yesterday that we released our Windows Phone 7 app out into the wild, bringing Microsoft mobile fans the dose of gadget news they were waiting for. But, just as Microsoft made improvements to its OS with Mango, so did we go back in the lab to bring you a better Windows Phone Engadget experience. Now, the fruits of our labor are complete. The WP7.5 version still delivers all the Mobile, HD, ALT and classic content you've come to know and love, but takes advantage of Mango's multitasking to let you play podcasts in the background while perusing our written words. Landscape mode and Live Tile support are also baked in, and we've made it even easier to share and save your favorite posts using Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Evernote, Instapaper, and Read it Later. Sound good? Well, what are you waiting for, hit the source link and see for yourself!
Engadget Android app updated, now with Honeycomb support!
An Engadget app? On your Honeycomb tablet? It's more likely than you think. We've heard your e-mails and your tweets and your various requests for an app that will truly make the most of your pixels, and now you've got it. Version 1.1.12.1 of our offering has been released to the Android Market and with that comes support for your Transformers, your Galaxy Tab 10.1's, and your Iconia Tab A500's -- even your hacked Nooks. You can of course get all the latest news and updates, browse by category, watch the latest episodes of The Engadget Show, and do it all while the podcast is playing in the background. Give it a try, we think you'll like it.
Engadget comes to your TV on Boxee, Roku, Yahoo and DivX starting today
Gather round everyone, while you may have gotten used to accessing Engadget via the browser or any one of our mobile apps, starting today we're ready to come home in one more way: on your TV. Launching on Boxee, Roku, Yahoo! Widgets and DivX is a new AOL HD package which includes a channel full of our videos ready for viewing on big screens. This way, when you want to kick back and enjoy a new hands-on video, The Engadget Show or any of our other content it's only as far away as your remote control, which is probably also your phone, PC or tablet. There's plenty more to come in the future -- we'll figure out an in-app Screen Grabs submission tool somehow -- but for now we're happy to have an official outlet on some of the most widely available connected TV platforms out there. The AOL HD app will begin showing up today, check out the gallery for a few screenshots of us on each of the platforms. %Gallery-129282%
The Engadget app for Windows Phone is here
25,000 apps? Make it 25,001. The Engadget app for Windows Phone is here. Finally. Now your HD7 or Surround or Trophy or Omnia can get some native news in a format that's so Metro it doesn't even have a driver's license. We know that it took awhile, but we needed it to be right, and now it is. On the app you can get all the posts from the main site as well as Mobile and HD, plus podcasts, videos, and all the content we pour our hearts in to every day, pushed right to your palm. If you have a Windows Phone device that can handle QR codes, there's an image waiting for you after the break. Or, you're welcome to click on the source link below, which should open the Zune app and make some magic happen. No Zune app installed? No magic, but maybe that just means you'd prefer our similarly enchanting iPad, iPhone, webOS, BlackBerry, or Android flavors?
Engadget app for iPhone and iPod touch updated to 2.2.0, get it now!
Hey there fellow iOS users, just thought we'd let you know that the Engadget app for iPhone and iPod touch has now been updated to version 2.2. What's new, you ask? Well, on top of a stash of performance tweaks, there's now a handy landscape viewing mode along with much improved sharing features; or if you prefer saving the goodies for yourself, then you'll also like our new "save for later" options for Evernote, Instapaper, and Read It Later. Head over to the App Store to nab the fresh update now. Oh, don't worry, we haven't forgotten our buddies on the Windows Phone boat. We can assure you that our devs are hard at work at cooking up an Engadget app for Windows Phone 7 just as we speak, so stay tuned for an announcement soon.
Engadget app updated for Android and webOS
Is it possible we've been so busy we didn't notice our Android app getting a handful of totally fresh new features? Maybe, but hey -- you still win. If you're an Android user, you might like to know that some time last week we flipped the switch on an update to our app that includes some pretty sexy new features, such as search and video playback inline (for Froyo devices). Additionally, our webOS app was recently bugging out, but that issue has since been fixed. Of course, the iPhone and BlackBerry apps are still available and as fly as ever -- so go grab a copy right now! We're including the changelog for the Android app after the break, too. Feel free to nerd out on that.
Dell Streak shows what the Engadget app can do with a 5-inch screen (video)
You asked and we listened. Having given you a quick glimpse of both the Dell Streak and our own Android app way back in the sixth episode of The Engadget Show, we've now put the two together for a more in-depth look. Comparing the 5-inch Streak with the 3.2-inch Hero and 3.7-inch Desire might not seem like a fair fight, but it really illustrates the difference in real estate. Whereas HTC's phones let you see the top story bar and the first couple of latest posts, the Streak gives you a good quintet of headlines to look at before having to perform any actions. And scrolling while reading a post? You can (almost) forget about that anachronism as well. It really is an impressive piece of kit, this supposed non-smartphone from Dell. See it in moving pictures after the break.
Engadget app update: iPhone app passes the 1m download mark, Android and webOS get an update!
Hey cats and kittens, here's an exciting little piece of news we wanted to share with you. Thanks to the love and support of our readers, our iPhone app has just crossed the million downloads mark in the App Store! That is, of course, just iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users -- we're growing our numbers steadily across BlackBerry, webOS, and Android formats as well. And Speaking of Android, we've got a little update that's available right now in the Market which should fix those nasty force close issues some users were seeing. If you're still having issues, make sure you reach out to us -- we really love the feedback! We've also just issued a webOS update, so look for that on your Pre or Pixi. We have even more stuff in the pipeline as far as apps are concerned, including a major forthcoming iPhone update, as well as updates and tweaks for the other existing apps... and we're at work on a dedicated iPad application as we speak! Yes, exciting times are ahead people, but for now, you can grab our current offerings right here: iPhone / iPod touch / iPad Android webOS BlackBerry Update: The Android update was released two days ago, so you may have already downloaded it (for those in comments not seeing it). If you're not sure, the most recent version is 1.0.4.
Engadget app updates: BlackBerry Storm is a go, Android widget fix is in!
Hey everyone -- a few quick updates for you on the Engadget apps. Firstly, for everyone who has been waiting for it (and we know you have), we now have a BlackBerry Storm-compatible version for you, which you can go and download right here. Thanks for your patience with the wait! Secondly, as a lot of you know we updated our Android app yesterday and were having some widget issues. That problem has been resolved and an update is now available in the Market. You can find a QR code for the app right here on our download page if you're too busy to click your icon. That's all for now -- thanks!
The Engadget app for Android gets updated to 1.0.2 -- now with more widgets!
If you're a fan of the Engadget Android app (and let's be honest, you are a fan), then we've got some good news for you today. The app has been updated with some minor fixes, and one not-so-minor addition... a homescreen widget! Included in this release (besides your new favorite widget) is a fix that enables the Android status bar, built-in sharing for articles and galleries, a refresh button for article views, and other assorted tweaks that will make your Engadget experience even more delightful. Don't sleep on this one -- go get the update! Update: We know there's an issue with the space the widget takes up, we're working on it!
The Engadget app for Android is finally, really here!
Everyone, stop what you're doing. The day you've been patiently waiting for has finally come. That's right, the Engadget app is now available for the Android platform... totally free, of course. Can you believe it? Owners of Android 1.5 devices and up will finally have access to the unedited, unrestrained application, which allows quick access to Engadget, Engadget Mobile, and Engadget HD, podcasts, the Engadget Show, galleries, and more. Just as in the iPhone and webOS versions of the app, you've got full support for commenting, options to tip us, and lots of ways to share news with friends, family, or mortal enemies. We're also constantly updating, and we have plans for some changes right out of the gate -- like a homescreen widget that should be coming in the next version, so you can always stay on top of Engadget news. Keep in mind, we're still going to be cranking away on all our other versions too (the BlackBerry and webOS apps have just recently been updated) -- so expect more good stuff coming your way. Okay, less talk more rock -- the app, er... prog, is available for download right now from the Android Market. Go get it!
The Engadget app for BlackBerry gets updated to 1.0.1
Hey BlackBerry friends -- we've got some news for you. The Engadget application (which is also available for the iPhone / iPod touch and webOS devices) has gone and gotten itself a little update on RIM's platform. It's nothing crazy, but we've made some bug fixes, and more importantly, added support for 5.0 devices (Bold, Curve, and Tour)! The devs also thoughtfully included keyboard shortcuts (T, B, N, P, and the spacebar) in this version for your convenience. All you have to do to get your hands on this baby is point your phone's browser to our download page, or if you've already got the app installed, it should prompt you for an update automatically next time you open it. Storm users -- we are working on a version for you as well, and everyone who is curious about the Android app: you should see it released this month!
Engadget Podcast 185 - 02.26.2010
What would have been a perfectly fine, eco-friendly, nicely paced, and Apple-free podcast is ruined by a surprise appearance by jetsetting Engadget Editor-in-Chief Joshua Topolsky.P.S.- KHOTAR. Keyboard Haptic Operation and Tactility Assessment Review. Think about it.Hosts: Nilay Patel, Paul MillerGuests: Ross Miller, Josh TopolskyProducer: Trent WolbeMusic: Mighty Mike - In Bloom (Mike's Rockabye Mix)Hear the podcast00:02:28 - The Bloom Box: a power plant for the home (video)00:05:05 - Live from the Bloom Box press event00:08:00 - Bloom 'Box' Energy Server hands-on (literally) with video!00:11:58 - Nintendo DSi XL hands-on00:15:00 - Nintendo to release 100 Classic Book Collection for DS on June 1400:23:16 - Palm sales 'lower than expected,' revenues to miss targets00:24:14 - Analysts turn sour on Palm stock, cite weak sales on Verizon00:30:55 - Motorola Devour goes hands-on, hits Best Buy for $99 this week (update: video!)00:46:05 - Engadget PMA 2010 coverage00:54:21 - Alienware M11x review01:01:55 - The winners of the 2009 Engadget Awards!01:10:38 - Engadget for iPhone / iPod touch 2.0.1 now available!01:11:47 - The Engadget Show returns this Saturday, Feb. 27th... now with live streaming! Subscribe to the podcast[iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (enhanced AAC).[RSS MP3] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in MP3) to your RSS aggregator and have the show delivered automatically.[RSS AAC] Add the Engadget Podcast feed (in enhanced AAC) to your RSS aggregator.[Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune MarketplaceDownload the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)LISTEN (OGG)Contact the podcast1-888-ENGADGET or podcast (at) engadget (dot) com.Twitter: @joshuatopolsky @futurepaul @reckless @ohnorosco @engadget
Engadget for iPhone / iPod touch 2.0.1 now available!
Hey guys, some fun news to share: Engadget for iPhone / iPod touch 2.0.1 was just approved by Apple and is now available on the App Store! The big new feature is landscape mode in article, comment, and sharing views, but we've also bumped up font sizes, made some improvements to the commenting experience, and added the ability to edit tweets directly in the app. Oh, and you can also now email photos from galleries from within the app, and customize the toolbar. Of course, that's in addition to our regular features like offline viewing, built in streaming for The Engadget Show, and in-app tip submissions -- you know, for when you see the iPhone 3GT leak out. So what are you waiting for? You can download the app right here, or just click the image above -- if you've already got it installed the update should be waiting for you right this second. Full changelog after the break. Once again, a big thanks to the team at AOL that makes these apps happen: Sun Sachs, Andy Averbuch, Hareesh P, Anibal Rosado, Rajesh Kumar, Rich Foster, Claudeland Louis, Mike Wolstat, Eric Wedge, Vikas B R, Milissa Tarquini, Asha Indira and Bob Gurwin. High fives all around. P.S.- Updates for the BlackBerry and webOS apps should hit in March, and that's also when we're scheduled to launch our Android app -- stay tuned!
The Engadget app is now available for BlackBerry!
That's right folks -- this isn't a dream. The much-loved Engadget application (also for the iPhone / iPod touch and webOS devices) has made its way to the BlackBerry platform. You can download the free application and enjoy the same breathtaking, emotionally moving experience that has been driving all the other kids wild. All you have to do to get your hands on this baby is point your phone's browser to our download page, and you can almost immediately begin living the dream. We've got even more stuff coming down the pipeline (like an Android app), so stay tuned!
Engadget now available for Pre and Pixi: the first webOS app of 2010 (and 1000th in the Catalog)!
That's right folks. Hot on the heels of our iPhone app release (which has since skyrocketed up the App Store charts to #1 in News), the webOS version has officially landed. You'll see that the experience is shockingly, wonderfully similar to the iPhone / iPod touch version, but of course there are a couple of webOS flourishes to be found. You can download the application right from your Pre or Pixi by simply popping open the App Catalog and, you know... downloading the thing. This is the 1000th application in the Catalog -- a piece of info we feel pretty psyched about. We've got even more on the way (like BlackBerry and Android versions), so keep it tuned here, but for now... webOS fans, go get your fix! For those viewing this on a Palm device, here's your direct link: Download Engadget for webOS
Engadget for iPhone / iPod touch: available now!
Good news, everyone! Our very own iPhone / iPod touch app is finally really available in Apple's much talked about and critically acclaimed App Store! That's right, all the excitement and info you've come to know and love from Engadget is now bottled in an easy to digest and delicious iPhone form. The application -- easily downloadable from your device or iTunes -- features a whole bunch of useful features such as offline viewing, built in streaming for The Engadget Show, in-app tipping (you know, for when you see the next iPhone), and all kinds of customization options. You can download the app right here, or click on the image above. Even better than this? We've got more apps on the way! Before CES (fingers crossed), you should see both a BlackBerry and webOS version of the Engadget application, and plans for the Android version are already in motion. Lastly, a big, big, big thanks to the team at AOL that actually made this thing a reality: Sun Sachs, Andy Averbuch, Hareesh P, Anibal Rosado, Rajesh Kumar, Rich Foster, Claudeland Louis, Mike Wolstat, Eric Wedge, Vikas B R, Milissa Tarquini, Asha Indira and Bob Gurwin. You guys rule.
