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Android App Review: The SCP Foundation Online

Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Dive into the eerie world of the SCP Foundation with its new app, a must-have for fans of the supernatural and unexplained.
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Android App Review: Vimeo

Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Vimeo app review: A disappointing stumble with grades of potential left unrealised, plagued by bugs and signup issues.
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Android App Review: Memory Trainer

Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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Memory Trainer app aims to combat our tech-induced forgetfulness with brain-tickling exercises. But can a grid of numbers and colours really sharpen our minds?.
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Android App Review: I Can't Wake Up! Alarm Clock

Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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Struggle to wake up? The 'I Can't Wake Up! Alarm Clock' app combats sleep inertia with puzzles, making snooze a challenge!.
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Android App Review: Wikipedia

Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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Wikipedia's freshly rebuilt app brings the world's knowledge to your pocket with enhanced speed and mobile-friendly features.
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Android App Review: Jungle Monkey Saga

Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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'Jungle Monkey Saga' disappoints with its shallow gameplay, failing to live up to its 'saga' title despite engaging jumping mechanics.
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Android App Review: Fantasy Kingdom Defense HD

Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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Fantasy Kingdom Defense HD: A classic strategy game with familiar fantasy elements, boasting bright graphics and tutorial challenges.
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Android App Review: Writing Prompts

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Struggling with writer's block? The 'Writing Prompts' Android app offers a mix of mundane and intriguing scenarios to kickstart your creativity.
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Android App Review: EndlessJabber SMS

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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EndlessJabber redefines texting: Now send SMS from your PC using your Android number. Will its charm outshine its mobility limits?.
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Android App Review: Comic Rocket webcomic reader

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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You're often spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment on the internet, and webcomics are no exception.
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Android App Review: Color Splash FX

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Color Splash FX app offers creative photo recoloring but raises privacy concerns with its intrusive data collection practices.
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Android App Review: Countdown Shopping

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Ugh, grocery shopping is the worst. And even with the best app in the world by your side it'll still be terrible.
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Android App Review: Lumber Jacked

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Lumber Jacked: A vibrant platformer that nods to classics but is marred by quirky controls and invasive ads. Offers a fun, if flawed, experience.
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Android App Review: CammyCam

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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CammyCam takes this idea and inverts it, by turning your device itself into a security camera that can then be remotely monitored.
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Android App Review: Pixel Detective

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Pixel Detective's retro charm fades under repetition, lacking depth and mystery despite a visually appealing setup.
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Android App Review: Auckland Civil Defence

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Auckland's Civil Defence app brings vital disaster prep to your fingertips, practicality over panache, ensuring readiness is just a tap away.
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Android App Review: AT Public Transport

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Auckland's public transport has gone through a few changes over the last few years, at least some of them for the better.
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Android App Review: Dead Ninja Mortal Shadow

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Dead Ninja Mortal Shadow: A stylish, albeit derivative, side-scroller that sneaks into the realm of ninja-based stealth games.
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Android App Review: Street Fight Hero 2014

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Street Fight Hero 2014 ticks all the boxes for an old-school fighting game – it's fun, colourful, over the top, and has its year of release in its title.
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First look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S...

Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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At a packed media event in Auckland last week, Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab S, their latest competitor in the tablet market.