Netflix Now Gone For Non-Updaters

In a very strange turn, the Netflix App is no longer available to Evo users running 2.2. When launching the previous installed app, you get an error message telling you to update. When you select ok, you get an item cannot be found error.

Stranger yet is the Android compatibility listing that now has only the HTC Incredible running 2.2 listed.

Hopefully Netflix will get this cleared up for everyone soon as the only thing worse than not having a phone on the app list, is having one that was, and now isn't.

5 Minute App Review: Tune In Radio

In the world of streaming media, it appears that more and more providers are going to a pay only system. Slacker recently made the change to cut offerings to 'non-premium' members. Pandora only gives you 40 hours a month without paying extra. Overall, it seems that the more people that start using these streaming services, the greedier they are getting. Believe us, we get that the overhead associated with these streaming services is high, but when you price yourself out of the market, you become obsolete.

It's this that drives us back to services like Tune-In Radio. Tune in radio is available in a free or premium version.  Tune In is far from perfect, but it does offer streams of most (and we mean not all) of your local stations. Similar programs like iHeartRadio do the same functions, but we were happier with Tune-In's selection of stations in our area.

The actual application is very simple. You select the station you'd like to hear from the list that is provided. If you browse local stations, your GPS will tell the program where you are. You will then see the album art, artist name, song title and more information in the player screen. The premium version allows you to record and playback the audio stream from the online source as well.

The free version has very few limitations and even has a reminder alarm for remembering when your favorite broadcasts start. The premium version has even more functionality and a home screen widget.

Tune-In Radio is available in two versions - the FREE app and the PREMIUM version that will set you back $.99 at the Amazon Appstore.

Free - http://www.amazon.com/TuneIn-Radio/dp/B004GYY714/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=mobile-apps&qid=1307306676&sr=1-2

Premium - http://www.amazon.com/TuneIn-Radio-Pro/dp/B004XDYJRU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=mobile-apps&qid=1307306676&sr=1-3

EVO SALE!!!

We love to run stories like this - especially when the reader wins. For some time now, we have been waiting for the day that the $200 price tag falls away from the EVO. Today, it appears that the fall has happened. Our online store partner www.getsmartphones.info is featuring both EVO 4G's at special savings.

The White EVO is now priced at an almost unbelievable $84.99 with new two year contract. The white version features a gloss white backing plate and battery cover. The front is the same black finish as the original.

The Black EVO, yes, the original that hit the market and changed Sprint's fortunes for the positive, is now a lowly $89.99. We have no idea how long this price will be good, but remember, our online partner has a 14 day free shipping return policy and you have 30 days to try out the service before you have to pay to get out of your contract.

The White EVO 4G  can be had at http://t.co/ovrvi1L for that amazing price. Again, we don't know when this deal will end or how long supplies will last, but get that $84.99 EVO while you can.

If you prefer the Black version, get it here http://t.co/7unPMNG while the getting is good for only $89.99.

5 Minute App Review: Redbox

Yes, we know there are a ton of Netflix lovers out there, but there comes a point where "instant" view doesn't have what you want, and you don't want to fork out $20 for a new movie at the store. For this reason alone, Redbox makes sense.

Redbox locations offer same second DVD rentals for a buck or slightly more for those pesky Blu-ray borrowers. You arrive at a kiosk, swipe a credit or debit card and leave with a movie. Return it before 9:00 the next night, and you pay a buck. Miss the deadline, it's only a buck a day more.

The only hassle with Redbox is finding on near you and seeing what they have in the machine. Fortunately, the Redbox app has you covered on both counts. The application makes it simple to view and reserve any movie from any machine in the area. It can even help you find it and navigate to it.

The application is simple, easy to use and about as full featured as you could want. If you are a movie fan and frequent Redbox locations, it's a must have. If you like to rent movies, but are struggling to replace the Blockbuster that closed earlier this year, Redbox's app will help you find the closest location for that too.

Redbox - available in the Android Market (free)

Don't just grab that Gingerbread yet!

As tempting as it is to download that new 2.3 Gingerbread update for your beloved EVO, we are hailing you to hold off for a few days. With the love affair that we have with our wonderous Netflix player, we immediately noticed, "Houston, we have a problem..."

Netflix is currently looking at the issue, but EVO users across the board are reporting major issues with Netflix after their updates have been installed. This could be related to the last update of Netflix itself which rendered quite a few EVO users with broken connections to the streaming content. Sure, you can still manage the queue or look up flicks, but not being able to watch them again is just not acceptable to us.

So, if you've taken the plunge, feel free to shout out below on the comments section about what is working and what isn't working.

Getting The Most From Microsoft Skydrive

One topic that has been getting so much press lately is the 'cloud' services that are coming on board. Amazon's Cloud service allows 5GB of online storage for no charge, with options to purchase more. ZumoDrive offers 2GB's after completing a tutorial. Dropbox, probably the most popular option for Android devices, includes 1GB free and 250MB for every person your refer as well. There are various other serivces, but one that stands out is Microsoft's Skydrive service.

Skydrive offers a whopping 25GB of online storage, and from your PC, you can edit Office documents, view photos and more. After having the amazing experience of Skydrive on an HTC Surround for 2 weeks, I really began to miss my old 'Hotmail' pal and wanted to find new options for accessing my 10 year old photos and older online documents. Sure, Gdocs does a great job for me now, but the history of my content on Skydrive goes way deeper - and is too much to transfer over. Plus, Google only gives me 1GB of online storage without paying the $5 a year for 20GB. Call me cheap, but I like free better.

So my search led me to Sorami's Skydrive Beta app that accesses my Microsoft Skydrive and brings up a file manager of the folder. It allows basic access to the files, download access and upload access to is just a press away. With additional programs like DataViz's Documents to Go, you can actually download, open, edit and reupload your changes to your Skydrive right from your Android powered EVO.

The program still has a few bugs, but it's free and in beta mode so we don't expect perfection. Overall, for the added bonus of 25GB of storage on your EVO, this program is a no brainer. Our hats are off to Sorami and their team on this one.

Available in the Android Market (FREE)

Evo Falls to $149.99 in White and Black

Our online store partner was happy to let us know that the HTC EVO is not only in-stock, but we have the amazing news that it’s priced under $150 in both white and black!

Order yours today and take advantage of the free shipping (and of course returns if you aren’t happy with the service) and get yours today. You can grab it online at www.getsmartphones.info right now at these amazing prices.