If you have a newer car (that is newer than the '80s) warming up your car can be detrimental to performance. Not to mention polluting.

If you have a newer car (that is newer than the '80s) warming up your car can be detrimental to performance. Not to mention polluting.

My Macan doesn't have any time of engine warmer yet I get in after 8 hours of it sitting at -20C, start the engine and drive away as soon as windows are cleared. During the summer I let the engine shut off instead of idling - it unnerves other drivers and bystanders:)
http://www.cbc.ca/1.3423290

Huh, interesting. Thanks for suggesting this Casey McKinnon​. Kinda tempted to go roam my local liquor store with this app, just to satisfy curiosity.

Huh, interesting. Thanks for suggesting this Casey McKinnon​. Kinda tempted to go roam my local liquor store with this app, just to satisfy curiosity.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.craftcheckapp.craftcheck

Quick review of HERE Maps with the Gear S2 companion app

Quick review of HERE Maps with the Gear S2 companion app

Tizen doesn't support Google Maps so I got the HERE Maps Tizen app for navigation from my wrist and HERE Maps on my phone. The nicest part is from the start you download maps for a country or area and never have to worry about data. I downloaded for BC and Alberta but I can download more at any time.

It works pretty slick. You can start navigation from your wrist using S voice to determine where you want to go. Since I have the WiFi version of the Gear all sound is from my phone. The directions display on my wrist and the watch vibrates to indicate you are on the correct route. Worked great for getting around in the car - would be even better for exploring an area by foot.

HERE Maps doesn't have as detailed satellite views as Google Maps but works well for what I want.

The OPPO F1 in now available for Pre-order

The OPPO F1 in now available for Pre-order
The New mid-range Oppo F1 which was announced earlier this month is now available for Pre-Order on the international Oppostyle site for a great price tag of $249 USD. The Pre-ordering cost is $5.00 USD which will be deducted from the total price using a cou...
http://www.androidcoliseum.com/2016/01/the-oppo-f1-in-now-available-for-pre.html

I bought a fake Samsung S6, and wrote a guide on how to not get a fake one, Hope it helps someone else out!

I bought a fake Samsung S6, and wrote a guide on how to not get a fake one, Hope it helps someone else out!
http://endspacevr.com/spot-fake-samsung-s6-how-to

Gave my Dad our Samsung TabPro 8.4. Set up email, put his bookmarks on the home page and downloaded Spider Solitaire for him.

Gave my Dad our Samsung TabPro 8.4. Set up email, put his bookmarks on the home page and downloaded Spider Solitaire for him.

He's liking it.

Sad news. RIP Glenn Frey.

Sad news. RIP Glenn Frey.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/18/entertainment/glenn-frey-obit-feat/

Samsung Gear S2 Giveaway!

https://wn.nr/4YT7z

Acting!

Acting!
https://www.youtube.com/attribution_link?a=k8qWGuxzMY0&u=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DuFW2bmReOq0%26feature%3Dplayer_embedded

50 Free Stylish Fonts To Bring A Touch Of Elegance To Any Design

50 Free Stylish Fonts To Bring A Touch Of Elegance To Any Design
http://bit.ly/22XtL58

Noooooooo

Noooooooo

An amazing performer who reinvented himself frequently.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/arts/david-bowie-obit-1.3398089?cmp=rss

International Giveaway for Nexus fans. ☺

International Giveaway for Nexus fans. ☺
https://wn.nr/k5XpS

Update on my S6 (920F)...always fear of a bootloop or something even though that's happened a total of once in five years. I don't expect to see a lot of changes right away because I'm using Action Launcher 3 and Snowball in my notifications.

Update on my S6 (920F)...always fear of a bootloop or something even though that's happened a total of once in five years. I don't expect to see a lot of changes right away because I'm using Action Launcher 3 and Snowball in my notifications.

New year, new app.

Seems like a wireless charger. Tom Gray how does the apple watch charge? Could this be used with the Moto 360 or Gear S2?

Seems like a wireless charger. Tom Gray how does the apple watch charge? Could this be used with the Moto 360 or Gear S2?
https://press.griffintechnology.com/release/griffin-technology-introduces-new-apple-watch-accessories-at-ces-2016/

I made goal on GoodReads about reading more books. Getting this bundle is a good first step. I've read some of the already published stuff. I really want the new stuff though. I also got a Kindle gift card so I'll be checking out some stuff at Amazon.

I made goal on GoodReads about reading more books. Getting this bundle is a good first step. I've read some of the already published stuff. I really want the new stuff though. I also got a Kindle gift card so I'll be checking out some stuff at Amazon.

All I have to do is remember to update my GoodReads account.
http://www.baenebooks.com/c-3-monthly-baen-bundles.aspx

Playing with my Gear S2 some more. There are some really easy to use templates you can stylize without having to use your phone. I like analog watch faces so I went with one that has my step count and the date on a grey background. I ordered a baby black Python patterned watch strap with quick release pins. Should look very nice with the black watch housing.

Playing with my Gear S2 some more. There are some really easy to use templates you can stylize without having to use your phone. I like analog watch faces so I went with one that has my step count and the date on a grey background. I ordered a baby black Python patterned watch strap with quick release pins. Should look very nice with the black watch housing.

Also found if I install AndroidWear on my phone it enables notification replies from Hangouts on the Gear S2. Apparently AndroidWear adds functionality to wearables even though you can't connect to it.

mySMS is taking over for what Pushbullet used to be

mySMS is taking over for what Pushbullet used to be
With Pushbullet going from offering a fully free service to having a paid service and reducing the options available on the free option, this prompted me to look for an alternative. In all fairness to Pushbullet, I like the application and everything it has...
http://www.androidcoliseum.com/2016/01/mysms-is-taking-over-for-what.html

Recap of our Reviews from 2015

Recap of our Reviews from 2015
So... it's New Year's day here and I'm siting and reflecting and trying to think of something profound to say, and well... it just escapes me.  Instead I thought I'd try to go through the reviews we had. It's the devices and toys we got to play with in the ...
http://www.androidcoliseum.com/2016/01/recap-of-our-reviews-from-2015.html