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Reading apps for your Android phoneWe all know the feeling - you're stuck on a train with hours to go, you've read everything in the newspaper that you brought on board, and you're even considering reading the complimentary magazine! Well, if you have a Google Android smartphone such as an HTC Hero or T Mobile G1, then you could be in luck, as there are several apps available that give you access to potentially unlimited reading matter from the comfort of your chair. Here are just a few of them:
HandstandThis app is a great one-stop shop for all your news and information needs. With it, you can catch up with the latest world news, politics and celebrity gossip, get movie times, reviews, and DVD release info, check the latest stock market movements, get up to date sports results and reports, and view weather forecasts for anywhere in the world. The best thing about this app is that it automatically adjusts the detail level for the strength and speed of the connection you are currently getting, so you don't have to wait ages for graphics to download if you are only getting a weak signal.
QuickpediaThis is a great search tool for use with the various Wiki databases, and is a good deal more powerful than its official WikiMobile equivalent. It also allows you to check international and local news services, adjusting to your local location either by GPS or by manual menu selection.
USA TODAYKeep up to date with the latest American news stories, sports results, weather reports, and celebrity gossip by downloading the USA TODAY app for your Android. The visuals are very high quality, and the interface is very user friendly. A perfect antidote to the British news, particularly if you've just read a whole paper's worth!
AldikoThis eBook reader is perfect for when you have a lot of time to kill. It allows you to select from thousands of virtual books, using your finger to scroll across the library. It comes preloaded with a few choice classics, and you can bookmark pages very easily. It isn't as relaxing as reading a real book, due to the comparatively small display area, but it's pretty handy nonetheless.
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