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Nintendo leaps into mobile apps with Miitomo [Review]

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Overview –

Miitomo, Nintendo’s first attempt at a mobile app, appears to be an attempt to cross mobile gaming, social media, and a life simulator. Their goal is to create an app that brings people together by sharing information that may not seem relevant in standard social media outlets.

Developer: Nintendo Co., Ltd.

Price: Free (in-app purchases)

Highlights

  • Add friends via social media
  • Customize your own look
  • Share thoughts and feelings with friends

Setup –

The setup is quite extensive, as with the setup of most social media apps (unless you have already created a profile) but, Nintendo has made it a painless, if not long, process. After downloading from Google Play, launch the application. You are first met with a loading screen that cycles through some basic information about what you can do in Miitomo. This process takes some time, on my Galaxy S6 it took about 5 minutes to move past this page. You are then prompted to accept the Nintendo EULA, click approve unless you enjoy reading legalese. Next, you need to decide if you would like to create, or link, a Nintendo account. Creating one is made very easy by automatically pulling your Gmail. The next step is to download the rest of the app.

CAUTION: this is a relatively large download (~300MB) be cautious if attempting to download while on mobile data or if you are letting your children set this up themselves.

Once this is complete, it’s on to customizing your Mii.

Impression –

In typical Nintendo fashion, while taking their first steps into the realm of mobile app development they decided to combine multiple app types in a single swing instead of simply choosing one style and smashing it. While I do appreciate what they are trying to do here, I think a more simplistic approach could have yielded a more cohesive result.

It’s a Game:

Despite how it may appear at first glance, Miitomo does, in fact, have game-like features. Your character can receive rewards in the form of coins, game tickets, or Nintendo points (which can only be used at MyNintendo). There is also a game called “Miitomo Drop” in which you pay either one game ticket or 500 coins to drop your Mii, much like in one of those coin drop games, and you win the prize that your Mii stops closest to. Typically this is either clothes to dress your Mii in or candy to exchange with your friends.

It’s Social Media:

Nintendo was very open from the beginning that Miitomo was about connecting with friends. They wanted the Mii experience that was such a hit on their Wii consoles to extend past the gaming platform – and on this front, they have succeeded. You are able to link both your Facebook and Twitter accounts and search known contacts for friends who also have characters. You can also add friends that are near you by clicking on the same shape in the “Face-to-face” tool.

With this social media tool, you can find out interesting things about your friends that you might not know such as their favorite food, something they recently purchased, or even the most recent movie they watched. This happens by your Mii asking you questions and the answers to these questions are then shared with your friends.

To make things a little more personal they have added a speech engine to the game which you can customize to sound however you like. Whenever a Mii talks to you (the user) it speaks in a voice instead of simply outputting words on a screen. You can also customize the greetings that your Mii uses upon entering and leaving a room. Nintendo did us a solid here and gave us free rein over what we choose to be our greeting; no choosing from a list, no predetermined, boring greetings. They are really putting their text-to-speech engine to work here.

All of these nice social features do raise the bar on social interaction over the web. Even though we can’t control the emotion with which these words are spoken, there is more of an emotional feel to them because they are audible as opposed to visual.

But really, it’s a Simulator:

When you break it down to its roots, Miitomo is a simulator. You can customize things like voice, clothes, hair, temperament, attitude, and even the aforementioned greetings you make. You can make it a perfect representation of who you actually are but, is that really who you want to be? Why not change your hair a little, put on clothes that you would never dare wear in public, answer questions with things you would love to do but could not bring yourself act out in person. It would not be difficult to make your character into the Mii you want to instead of the “real” you.

Likes:

  • Links to social media outlets
  • Character customization to the max
  • Great way to interact with distant friends

Dislikes:

  • Too much in one basket

Conclusion –

For their first attempt at a mobile application, I have to give Nintendo credit, they stepped out swinging for the fences and hit a solid triple. They wanted to integrate and enhance social networking, check; they wanted to give Wii enthusiasts more of that Mii experience, check; and finally, they wanted a game-like feel to the whole thing, check ‘ish. All-in-all I give Miitomo a thumbs up; way to go Nintendo.

The Senal SMH-1200 headphones are music to my ears (Review)

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We take audio pretty seriously here at AndroidGuys. Our resident expert, Josh Noriega has done a few reviews of some of the best audio products on the market today. During my search for a new pair of headphones, Josh offered up these Senal SMH-1200s for me to review, and boy am I glad that he did.

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Physical Overview

The SMH-1200 Enhanced Studio Monitors are a great looking pair of headphones. As soon as you pull them out of the box you’re greeted with beautiful extra deep earcups and an adjustable, squishy headband. Our Black Onyx version of the SMH-1200’s has beautiful grey stitching that goes the entire length of the headband on the front and the back.

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The stitching ends at the metal-looking hard plastic where the headphones click into place for optimal sizing. R and L icons on each side let you know just exactly where to place the cups on your head if the detachable cable didn’t give it away already.

The Senal logo medallion on the cups fits in nicely with the rest of the design. The silvers and blues fit nicely with the black of the earcups and headband.

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In The Box

Buying the Senal SMH1200‘s nets you more than just headphones. When you open up the box you’re greeted to a package of accessories befitting of the price tag.

The Senal logo insert is easily put aside to show what’s hidden underneath. First up is a nice, soft carrying case. The case has drawstrings and feels great to the touch. It’ll help your headphones stay looking beautiful when you throw them in your backpack and they’re banging around against everything else in there.

Packed securely inside is a gold-plated 1/8th (3.5mm) to 1/4th adapter. This is especially important to have if you’re moving between the studio and home. These things always get lost, so it’s nice to have one come in the packaging. Two cables come in the box, a straight four-foot fabric cable that has a microphone and volume controls (perfect for phones) and a 10-foot coiled rubber cable. Both have their strengths and places so it’s nice to see Senal cover all the bases here.

Sound

The Senal SMH-1200’s are Studio Monitors first and foremost. You can tell with these headphones that Senal tried to walk the line of accurate sound while giving a little extra punch in the low end.

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First, let’s start with the highs. The response is best described as crisp. They’re not overly sharp to the point of pain, but certainly deliver great detail and impact. The highs come through clear and not muffled at all.

The mids are similarly a joy to listen to. If I had to pick one word to describe the mids it would be fun. The well-done mid-range pairs nicely with the prominent bass to provide a really pleasing sound in electronic and bass heavy music.

But, the lows are where the SMH-1200’s really shine. Let me say again – these are Studio Monitors, so don’t go in expecting Beats level bass (not that you should want that anyway). The goal (in my opinion) of these headphones were to provide a studio-quality sound with a slightly punched up low, and Senal nailed it.

Some headphones tend to get muddied when they elevate the low end, but luckily that isn’t the case here. The bass kicks without being too punchy. It’s warm and inviting in a way that will make you want to listen to anything from Skrillex to BB King for hours on end.

Conclusion

Confession: I’m not an audiophile. I absolutely love listening to music, but I just haven’t ascended to the next level. But, these headphones certainly make me feel like I’m close. The closed back SMH-1200s just sound great to me. I love the balance that you get with these. They make all forms of music sound good to my ear.

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Senal made some smart choices like including the ability to collapse the headphones inward for easy storage and detachable cables for different environments. Being able to field phone calls while continuing to use these is very convenient, and since they’re so light you can wear them for hours without any kind of fatigue.

Product Link: B&H Photo, Amazon

BlitzWolf 20W Solar Panel Charger review

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We’ve recently reviewed two well done wall chargers from BlitzWolf. Fortunately, the manufacturer also has you covered if you don’t have a power outlet available. While smartphone batteries have gotten better, they’re still not that good. External power banks are still valuable.

Today, we have a unique approach to a portable charger – which is powered by the sun. Let me introduce the BlitzWolf 20W solar panel charger.

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No, it’s not the smallest portable charger, but you don’t have to worry about charging it. And it works surprisingly well! Let’s check it out.

Design

The design of the BlitzWolf solar panel charger is pretty simplistic. It’s foldable, because the size of the unit when fully opened would be too unwieldy to carry around.

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That’s just a necessary evil, in order for the solar power to be effective. There is a crease between each panel. This gives the unit the flexibility to be propped up in different orientations or folded to a more compact size. The size of a panel is roughly the size of a sheet of printer paper.

The charger is made out of a woven fabric, similar to what you find for backpack straps. That means that it feel very sturdy. The solar panels are protected by a plastic film.

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The most right panel is a pocket that has the two charging ports and space for small accessories, such as the necessary microUSB cables (one 6″ cable is supplied). The flap is secured by a strip of Velcro.

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Functionality

The charging ports use Power3S technology. BlitzWolf says that the charger’s 20W power capability allows the ports to output a maximum current of 3A. That’s the Quick/Fast Charging rate, so it’s pretty impressive. The unit intelligently identifies the connected device and outputs the appropriate power.

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But how well does it work in practice? With one device connected and in full sunlight, I got a good charging rate; faster than standard, but not Quick Charging fast. And of course with two devices connected, the rate dropped down a bit. It then seemed more like your standard charging rate.

Final Thoughts

The BlitzWolf solar charger is a great option if you’re often outdoors. You could strap it to your backpack while hiking or lay it out while camping. No more charging up multiple battery packs to make sure that you’re covered. Sure, it’s larger than normal battery packs, and the charging rate varies, but it’s cool to have portable power supplied by the sun.

If you like what you see, you can pick up the BlitzWolf 20W Solar Panel Charger at a discounted price of $43.99 (and free shipping) from Banggood.com.

BlitzWolf 20W Solar Charger product page

LEGO and partners release Jurassic World game

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LEGO today announced the release of their new Android and iOS game, LEGO Jurassic World. As the name hints, the adventure-centered title is based on the classic Jurassic World movies, incorporating all four films into the plot: Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park III and, most recently, Jurassic World.

The app is available on both Android and iOS ecosystems and promises to deliver a quality Jurassic experience. The thrilling story plot recreates unforgettable scenes and action sequences from the films, allowing fans to experience for themselves the franchise’s most memorable moments and the opportunity to fully explore the expansive grounds of Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna where the dinosaurs ran amok.

The app will set you back a moderate $4.99.

 

We’re excited to bring the adventure of LEGO Jurassic World to mobile devices,” said Tom Stone, Managing Director, TT Games. “From creating and playing as a dinosaur, to journeying through Isla Nublar and beyond, fans can now immerse themselves directly into the action of the iconic film franchise wherever and whenever they want.

 

In LEGO Jurassic World, players can take on the roles of classic Jurassic film characters, such as Owen Grady (Chris Pratt), Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard), Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) and Dr. Wu (BD Wong), throughout 20 story levels on a mission to collect precious amber containing dinosaur DNA. Players can use the DNA to build their dinosaur collection, mix their pieces to create an original species with the Dino Customizer by mixing and matching color, body parts and abilities or fill the giant footsteps of the LEGO dinosaurs and actually play the game as the beasts themselves.

Sounds like it could offer some extensive, in-depth gameplay.

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LEGO Jurassic World is rated “E10+” for everyone 10 and older by the ESRB
and is now available for $4.99 on Android and iOS.

Android Download link
iOS Download Link

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99 Rockets is a great ad-infested arcade game [Review]

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Overview

99 Rockets is an Arcade style game that requires quick thinking and your complete attention. Somewhat immersive, the app is based around the challenge of successfully aiming and launching at floating bubbles.

Developer: Itatake

Price: Free (In-app purchases)

Highlights

  • Super simple gameplay
  • Easy to navigate through the app
  • Can be played on the move

Setup

Due to the nature of gameplay, there is no setup required. All you need to do is download the app and open it. There is also unfortunately no Google Play integration, which is no deal breaker, but something we’d nevertheless like to see. The app itself also has virtually no settings and adjustments.

Impressions

An arcade game typically has the same idea and method throughout the whole game, increasing steadily in difficulty as you move up. 99 Rockets is just that. Your goal is to pop all 99 bubbles throughout the game by carefully aiming and shooting your limited arrows. It sounds easy, and for the first few levels, it sure is. But then you start moving up, and things begin to change a bit. Here’s a quick thirty second video of some gameplay to let you have a idea of what the game is all about:

After these first few levels, I became frustrated. Not because of the gameplay difficulty, but because of the way that you have to save your progress: you have to watch an advertisement. Yes, you read correctly. If you don’t watch adverts, you will not make any progress. Quite ingenious, I must say, but nevertheless outright presumptuous. It’s alright if you don’t voluntarily watch them, but you’ll just have to start from level one whenever you make a mistake (which will be very often). Just in case these adverts weren’t enough, there’s more video adverts slapped in when you progress between levels. Or, you could always pay the $0.99 IAP and unlock the advert-free version. I shamelessly wasted 10 minutes of my life saving my progress in a single night.

Barring the adverts, I quite liked the game. It can be played in a situation when you have two hours to spare along with your entire concentration, or when you have a two minute toilet break. There aren’t annoying notifications that constantly make you feel obliged to open the game and play it. I also think 99 is the perfect number. You don’t lose motivation and you realize after a few rounds that the end is not that hard to reach. Take note that there are 99 bubbles to pop and not 99 levels.

The arrows change quite a bit as you progress. You get some that shoot in three directions, while some spin around and others don’t. Nothing too complicated.

Conclusion

99 Rockets is almost a great arcade game. As much as I’d love to, there is no forgiving the app developers for the adverts. Sure, adverts are a necessary evil, but certainly not to this extent. Nevertheless, the game had me wanting more and the annoying pop-ups were not enough to deter me from playing. I would still recommend it despite my differences with it.

99 Rockets – Google Play Store

AT&T and DirecTV offering free Samsung TV in limited-time promo

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AT&T and DirecTV is currently offering a limited-time promotion which could net subscribers a free 48-inch Samsung TV.

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In short, customers who purchase the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge and sign up for both AT&T and DirecTV can qualify for a Samsung LED J5200 Series Smart TV 48″ Class TV. Worth approximately $480, it’s a pretty good deal to both new and existing AT&T subscribers. Unfortunately, the promo doesn’t work for those who are already signed up for AT&T and DirecTV.

A few things worth noting:

  • The Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge must be purchased on an AT&T Next Plan
  • Subscribers have to sign up for both AT&T and DirecTV
  • Must register to redeem TV within 60 days of phone purchase
  • The promo expires on April 30

 

Fragile phones are no good – a V10 to S7 Edge perspective

Josh Noriega
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When I reviewed the LG V10 last year, I praised the phone’s robustness. LG built it to withstand impacts from life’s perils.

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Still, despite the impracticality, I swapped my V10 for the Galaxy S7 Edge. Samsung does continually best LG in some ways. The S-AMOLED display and camera performance are superior, to me.

However, after a couple of weeks, I began to disdain the S7’s fragility. I could no longer place my phone down on a table without worrying about the back getting scratched. I have to give extra attention to my grip when handling the phone; the thin sides on the S7 Edge and slippery back make it constantly worrisome. Like many phone enthusiasts, I don’t like cases. They defeat the purpose of the phone’s premium, attractive design.

Still, despite babying the S7 Edge, a multitude of scratches began appearing on my unit.

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Multitude of scratches by the left and right capacitive buttons, and on the Home button.

I’ve been extremely careful with this phone. It hasn’t been smacked against anything or dropped. I’m baffled at how easily it scratches. And the glass is supposed to be Gorilla Glass 4 durable.

I’d be lying if I said the LG V10 didn’t have hairline scratches either. But they didn’t come so quickly or easily. Even, I’ve bumped around my Moto 360 2nd Gen (with Gorilla Glass 3) quite a bit and it still looks pristine.

This may seem more like a rant against Corning, but the fact of the matter is, glass is far from the best material to build a phone out of. The S7 Edge for sure looks pretty out of the box. To me, it’s the sexiest phone out there. But we have to think about longevity, especially with an $800 phone.

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Long scratch/crack developed along the back glass of my S7 Edge, and I have no idea how.

Moral of the story: If you’re getting a Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge, get a case. I know it sucks, I know the hardware feels awesome in-hand, but the phone is just too fragile. I hope Samsung thinks about practicality next time.

Sprint lets subscribers pay monthly for Amazon Prime

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Sprint on Thursday announced that it will let customers pay for an Amazon Prime subscription as part of their monthly bills. Indeed, it’s a way of getting the full benefits of an Amazon Prime account but without the one-time charge of $99.99.

Amazon Prime is another example of the innovative options that Sprint delivers every day to its customers,” said Marcelo Claure, Sprint CEO. “With this monthly add-on, Sprint customers will have great flexibility and will have the opportunity to easily access Amazon’s full entertainment package on America’s fastest LTE network.

The subscription costs $10.99 per month and can be added into any of the carrier’s monthly rate plans. Yes, this puts the total annual cost at just under $132.  It’s not unlike subscription services for apps or music where it runs less if you agree to it all up front. Nevertheless, Sprint is the only service provider offering this as part of its portfolio.

How It Works

  • Visit http://www.sprint.com/amazonprime, call 1-(800)-SPRINT1 or go to the nearest Sprint store to sign up for Amazon Prime on your Sprint account.
  • After adding Amazon Prime to a Sprint account, the customer will receive a text message with an activation link to complete registration.
  • Once registration is complete, the customer can immediately begin to enjoy all the benefits of Amazon Prime.
  • Customers can also access preloaded or downloaded Amazon apps for easy access to Prime content on compatible smartphones.

 

Steal This Look! – Give your Android a makeover in 5 minutes or less (Zombie Apocalypse Edition)

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We’re huge fans of changing the home screen around a bit and creating a new user experience for our Android. In fact, we love it so much that we have an ongoing series of Get This Look posts. In a nutshell we show you a new layout, app, widget, or icon set for your Android handset and tell you which apps you’ll need to mimic the feel.

Some of these are a little easier to create than others and many of them can be tweaked to no end. The following details are but the ingredients to which you can create your own delicious Android dish; your results will vary. Which is awesome! If nothing else, this is a great way to discover new apps, widgets, icons, and more!

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Board up your windows and lock your doors, because this week’s Steal This Look is inspired by the Zombie Apocalypse!

We live in a culture obsessed with the apocalypse; especially a zombie apocalypse, so why not have your phone or device ready for the occasion?

If you want to take it a step further, I highly recommend you watch the three movies that are responsible for zombies as we see them today: Night of the Living Dead (1968), Dawn of the Dead (1978), and Day of the Dead (1985).

Why pay for some of these apps?

You might put in a few bucks to get things rolling but you’ll be glad you did in the long run. The sheer level of configuration and customization behind a few of these titles means endless designs. If you’ve been doing the custom home screen stuff for a while, you may have already purchased some of these apps already.

What you’ll need

A couple of things to note about this design:

  • Desktop grid is set to 5×4 with subgrid positioning enabled
  • The Dock is set at 7 icons
  • ‘Normalize Icon Size’ has been disabled in Nova’s settings
  • For Ruggy Widget, create a 4×2 Zooper widget on your desktop
    • Use Ruggy Clock Brown
    • Use ‘Automatic location’ for the widget’s location settings
    • Scaling is set at 80%

Once again, what we’ve shown you here is only the tip of the iceberg with what you can do with your phone’s look! Using the above listed apps, the sky is the limit with what you can do. Feel free to leave your ideas and creations below in the comments, and stay tuned next week for a new edition of Steal This Look!

 

888 Poker mobile app review

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Society’s move to smartphone technology during the last decade has had a tremendous impact on the way people communicate with the wider world. Connections are now made instantaneously, and mobile devices are seemingly omnipresent, with us from the moment the alarm bell rings in the morning to when the final texts are sent before bed.

Downloadable apps accessible on smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices represent a multibillion dollar industry, and increasingly, people are using those apps to enjoy the entertainment value offered by games.

According to a report issued by app economy research firm AppAnnie, “games generated approximately 85 percent of mobile app market revenue in 2015, representing a total of $34.8 billion across the globe.” That report also indicates that the app-based gaming industry will grow to $41.5 billion in 2016, before reaching $74.6 billion by 2020.

Leading online poker platforms like 888 Poker make up a significant portion of the mobile gaming market today, with millions of players around the world now able to enjoy their favorite games anywhere. In fact, the 888 Poker mobile app was designed to perfectly replicate the site’s software client, providing a seamless transition between the primary poker room and the mobile alternative.

The following review covers essential information about the 888 Poker app for Android devices, including download requirements, gameplay features, and comparisons to the main client.

Getting Started

In order to access the 888 Poker free app on your Android device, you’ll begin by visiting the site’s mobile page. From there, entering your phone number to receive an SMS text, entering your email address, or scanning a QR code will make the app available.

Even though 888 Poker is an international company which serves customers all over the world, the mobile app is not available everywhere, but players in the UK, the EU, Australia, Asia, and certain jurisdictions within the US should have no issues logging in.

Players who already have an account with 888 Poker simply need to input their screenname and password information as usual. For new players, take a moment to create an account through the main site via your browser, before downloading the mobile app to your Android device.

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Gameplay Features

Once you’ve downloaded the app and logged in, a streamlined version of the same 888 Poker experience you’re familiar is now always within arm’s reach.

The lobby screen consists of a Cashier button – through which banking features like deposits and withdrawals can be reached – along with your screenname and current bankroll in the top right-hand corner. In the lower right-hand corner, you’ll find the standard “?” button for Help, and the “Gearbox” button for Account Settings.

Three poker variants are included in the 888 Poker mobile app, Texas Hold’em, Omaha Hi-Lo, and Seven-Card Stud, with various stakes from limit, pot-limit, and no-limit available.

The main lobby screen is divided by three main tabs: Beginners, Cash, and Sit & Go. By clicking on the Beginners tab, you’ll have three low-stake cash game tables to choose from: nine-handed $0.01/$0.02 NLHE, six-handed $0.03/$0.06 NLHE, or nine-handed $0.05/$0.10 NLHE. Under the Cash and Sit & Go tabs, you’ll find real money ring games and one-table tournaments, respectively.

A simple set of buttons and sliders allow you to select game type (No-Limit, Limit, etc.), table type (nine-handed, six-handed, etc.), and stakes ($0.01/$0.02 through $5.00/$10.00).

The full schedule of 888 Poker multi-table tournaments is also available, including the site’s $90 buy-in $100,000 guaranteed Sunday Challenge, and the $35 buy-in $25,000 guaranteed Wednesday Challenge.

Snapping into Action

Playing either cash games or tournament poker generally requires an extended period of time, so even if you’re using a tech tip to extend your Android’s battery life, you’ll benefit from seamless software and high-speed play.

Fortunately, the 888 Poker mobile app runs smoothly with a basic high-speed wireless internet connection. In-game animations such as cards being dealt and chips going into the pot occur without skipping or freezing the screen.

The convenient Quick Seat function, which allows players to program their preferred game type and stakes, has been adapted from the desktop client. This means you can automate the game selection process, letting the software bring you directly to the latest table with a seat open which meets your specifications.

Even better, the fast-paced Snap Poker feature has been included in the mobile app, so players can enjoy nonstop action without the usual waits. During a Snap Poker game, the moment you click fold to throw away your hand, you’ll instantly be transported to another table and dealt a new hand. The Snap Poker concept constantly revolves players through a series of tables, so you won’t be wasting precious battery life waiting for habitual tankers or huge pots to play out.

 

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New players registering to the site for the first time will receive an $88 no-deposit bonus simply for signing up. After creating an 888 Poker account, either via the desktop client or the mobile app, check out your account information to claim your first bonus. This no-deposit bonus, which expires on April 15th, 2016, is earned in $8 increments as you earn bonus points while playing real money poker.

In addition, the site offers all new players a Welcome Bonus of 100% on their first deposit, up to $400. This means that when you deposit $20 to get started, you’ll begin with $40 in your account, and if you can afford it, a $400 deposit will start you with an $800 bankroll. The funds generated by this Welcome Bonus are distributed in $10 increments for each 100 bonus points you earn.

Conclusions

The 888 Poker mobile app offers Android device users a top-notch experience from top to bottom. Although a few improvements could be made, the app is still one of the best in the bunch when it comes to mobile online poker platforms.

A few drawbacks include no ability to multi-table, or play several games simultaneously, and the lack of a player search function. Veterans accustomed to using a heads-up display (HUD) while playing will also be disappointed to find that no third-party software is permitted, but with only one table in play at a time, HUDs are not missed nearly as much. Even so, players can always take screenshots of relevant hands to use for later research, a process made much easier by the new Marshmallow operating system for Android.

Overall, the 888 Poker mobile app for Android honors its namesake platform’s reputation, offering players reliable software, plentiful game selection, and an intuitive interface. With a healthy menu of cash games, sit & gos, and multi-table tournaments, the mobile app provides a complete experience for players of all specialties and stakes.

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