Artvee is a free site where you can browse and download high-res, public domain artworks. You can search by artist, category, or keyword. In the abstract art section, there are 6,357 pieces of art to browse through (and much more to see in other sections). — Read the rest
Stealing beach chairs, stalking strangers, sinking "Mom" in a bay … A golden retriever named Lady makes all kinds of "faux paws" as she enjoys the sea in this hilarious video set to circus music.
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There's no arguing with a baby elephant who wants to nap on your bed. Try as he might, a man sleeping next to a playful baby elephant couldn't ward off the pushy creature's desire to spread out on his air mattress. — Read the rest
Google announced I/O 2022 with an SVD puzzle revealing the conference dates, and it’s now ending it with Playground, a “sound toy” that lets you “create your own Euclidean rhythms and melodies.”
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Reading has been a popular hobby for a long time, and the arrival of new digital technologies and devices like the best Android tablets has changed the way people read and share books in a big way. Because apps for reading e-books are such a convenience, more and more people are turning to them to access their favorite books while on the go. For Android users, there is no shortage of options. E-reader apps not only make it easy to carry a whole library of books in your pocket, but they also come with a lot of features and benefits that make reading more enjoyable.
There are a lot of streaming platforms to choose from nowadays, and with all the entertainment just waiting to be watched, it can be a little difficult to narrow down what's best for you. No sweat; we’ve broken down the top eight to help you decide which one has the right content and features at the right price to suit your needs. Whether you’re thinking of ditching cable or want to try out a new streaming platform, this guide is for you.
The driver of an electric "pedal pub" — a mini bar on wheels where passengers drink and pedal — was charged with a DUI after a crash that injured all 15 passengers in Atlanta on Saturday (video below). The intoxicated driver — who is not supposed to nip on the job — tried to round a corner but tipped the party bike in the process, sending everyone on board to the hospital. — Read the rest
You will no longer have to use a 3rd party website to convert your ePub to something Kindle can read. This change has happened already, however soon, MOBI, which is a format many sites handily converted ePubs into for sideloading to a Kindle, will be disabled for new uploads. — Read the rest
Android Police's weekly app roundup has moved to a monthly cadence, covering the best Android apps to land on Android in the past month. With this move, we are now offering several months' worth of roundups in collapsible lists; this way, you have a singular place to go when looking for worthwhile Android app releases. Whether you require a new way to receive calendar notifications or are simply looking for a tie-in app for your new audio buds, you've come to the right place.
Now that June is over, it's time to check out all the best Android games released during the month in AP's latest monthly game roundup. This is a static page where each month of releases is available in an expandable box, so if you're curious to see what May or April offered, you're covered. Of course, today's post is all about the releases in June, and we have some bangers, including the slick platformer Dadish 3, and the roguelike dungeon crawler, Gloomgrave. So get comfy, as we have a handful of awesome games to explore.
Survival games on Android differ in gameplay but are united by their rewarding gameplay. Whether you enjoy the tense horror of Alien: Isolation or the casual gameplay of Terraria, each moment is another step toward success. While survival games go hand-in-hand with the top Android adventure games, the stakes are usually much higher.
Vogelbescherming Nederland is a Dutch nature conservation organization that supports wild birds. The organization has put together a collection of live webcams that give a peek into different species of birds' nests. They're way too cute. I couldn't help myself from saying "hi" to some of them through my screen, even though they can't hear me. — Read the rest
It's not just dogs that demand their human's attention. Here's an adorable albeit nudge of a cat that won't let his human get any gardening done until he's had his full share of snuggling needs met.
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A VPN, virtual private network, is a great way to instantly improve your online security, but it often comes with a cost and additional downloads. This week, Microsoft has announced that it will add a VPN directly to its Chromium-based Edge browser.
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Back in December of 2020, YouTube started letting users restrict alcohol and gambling advertising. These ad limits are now being expanded to Google’s broader Display network and cover more sensitive categories.
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Creating a quality puzzle app is not easy, even for the best of the best on the Play Store. Balancing gameplay elegance, intricacy, and satisfaction while adhering to a reasonable difficulty curve is a task only the top puzzle games can achieve. The key is to reward players for their deductive reasoning skills rather than demanding snap decisions, incentivizing some deeper thought and caution before proceeding. Build it around an entertaining gameplay loop with a sweet artstyle, and you’ve got a great puzzle game, ready for the best budget Android phones. From calming apps like Mekorama to addictive “just one more go” experiences like Melon Maker, Puzzle apps are primed and ready to keep you guessing.
"What's your favorite cat toy?" Instagram user nala_cat posts. Well, if a paper bag is included in the mix, that's an easy one. The paper bag wins out every time.
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This video describes and pitches "overengineered" mechanical pencils from Japan, a perfect monday start for anyone who appreciates consumer engineering.
Note that it's an ad from a shop selling the pencils. I like how the voiceover artist reads the hyperenthusiastic copy with the most dryly corporate delivery. — Read the rest
When a cat who suffers from FOMO sees her canine buddy prepping for a walk, she puts aside her inherent hatred of cat-walking and begs to be put on a leash. After a few meows, her human obliges, and they all have a wonderful time hitting the pavement in the great outdoors. — Read the rest
When a human discovers pillow stuffing all over the carpet floor and asks the two doggos standing near the scene of the crime, "Who did this?" it doesn't take long to identify the culprit. One of the dogs fesses up in the most humorous way. — Read the rest
When this determined cat dives into the fishbowl with only its head and front paws, squeezing in the rest of its body looks utterly impossible. But when it comes cats, don't be fooled — no tight space is too small, or claustrophobic. — Read the rest
When I first watched this video of orphaned black bear cubs munching on a truckload of donated apples at Kilham Bear Center in New Hampshire, I thought sound effects were added to make it seem like a horror film. But no, the alien motor-like noise is actually coming from the bears, pleasure "purring," if you will. — Read the rest
Words games are popular, and they're fairly accessible for the vast majority of Android users. But it's tough to sort through the Play Store to find the best titles. That's why we here at AP have compiled a roundup of the best word games currently available on Android. We've curated a hand-selected list that should cover everyone's needs, whether you're looking for a game with a minimal theme or something competitive to play with family and friends.
This video of an adorable gosling running excitedly towards its human friend made me smile. The gosling is walking around in the grass when it stops and notices someone it recognizes. It spread's its little wings, starts chirping, and runs as fast as possible towards the person taking the video. — Read the rest
With a devious stare, this stealthy cat demonstrates just how to steal a ball from an unsuspecting pooch. Mastering the pinned back ears and calculated ball-under-chin maneuver look like essential steps in getting the job done.
Cat steals ball right under nose of dog.🐈🎾🐕😅
Zookeepers at the Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka, California shot this video of their charming "Barnyard" Guinea pigs, all lined up in their elevated trail as they scuttle off to bed. Never have I seen a more zealous bunch when it comes to hitting the hay. — Read the rest
Over the weekend, Google fixed up issues with its QR code-reading capabilities in the Google Camera and Google Lens apps where URLs were misread for Android 12 users. But some of those errors exist and persist in Android 11 devices, too, and not just from Google.
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Unless you've been living under a rock for the last two years, you already know that we all have to be more conscious about cleanliness and sanitization. — Read the rest
A sprightly pug named Gus and his mellow buddy, Briggs, make for a highly entertaining doggie duo. In this post from goth_pack on TikTok, every time the little guy gets into shenanigans (which seems to be a lot), the big guy tries to bond with his humans by shooting them "the look" — a long disapproving stare that says, "Not this again." — Read the rest
I'm overwhelmed by the cuteness in this video of a baby lamb nudging a man with its hoof every time he stops petting it. The man is trying to take a peaceful lay-down in a field, but the feisty little ruminant won't allow the man to stop the petting for even a split second. — Read the rest
