Best emulators for Android

My Boy! GBA Emulator

Many of us remember the good ol’ days of the GameBoy Advance, but unfortunately they’re now considered a thing of the past. That’s where My Boy! GBA Emulator comes in. Bring your old games back to life on your Android device. The UI is easy to navigate, save your game in a snap, and even learn how to launch the games via your desktop. This is one of my personal favorites. On my Galaxy S7 Edge, My Boy! GBA Emulator runs flawlessly while playing almost any games. There are a few strange slow spots here and there, but the majority of the emulator runs flawlessly.

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DraStic DS Emulator

With DraStic DS Emulator, you can now play your Nintendo DS games, on your Android device. Your favorite interactive games at your fingertips, on your smartphone or tablet. One of the cool things about this app is that you can you use an external controller, making it even more fun to use.

Sync your games with Google Drive, customize some of the features, and even increase your emulation speed if the game is a little too slow for your taste.

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SuperRetro16 (SNES)

Every 90’s kid will appreciate this one: SuperRetro16 (SNES). Remember the games you knew and loved from your Super Nintendo Entertainment System? Now you can jog your memory by downloading SuperRetro16 (SNES), and play them again for years to come. The cool thing about apps like this is that you no longer have to wish that your kids would’ve experienced the games that you had as a child, because now you can show them.

One of the awesome things about SuperRetro16 (SNES) is that there’s cloud syncing across all your devices, making your games available to play, whenever you want to, in whatever form you decide.

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Nostalgia.NES Pro

The Nostalgia.NES Pro is the perfect emulator for the “modern” nerd. The simplistic design is not only fun, but it’s also customizable. Resize the buttons to suit your preferences, easily save your game, and the best part? The ability to rewind. Yes, you can rewind your game to alter the result of your last move, possibly saving your character from utter destruction.

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My OldBoy! GBC Emulator

The My OldBoy! GBC Emulator is similar to the My OldBoy! GBA emulator, but it’s specifically for GameBoy Color games rather than Gameboy Advance games. You can easily change the color palette of your game and even launch games from your desktop. This emulator is neat because it has customizable controls and has special features, such as link cable and tilt sensors. This particular emulator also takes advantage of ARM Assembly code, allowing you to easily get to 60 frames-per-second on even low-end devices. I tried out a Super Mario Bros. Deluxe ROM on this emulator, and it runs great!

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ePSXe

ePSXe is an amazing emulator to bring Playstation (PSX and PSOne) to your Android phone or tablet. Go multiplayer with up to 4 players, or play by yourself. With a 99% compatability rate, you can play all your favorites, use external controls, awesome save features, cheat codes, shaders, filters, and more!

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MD.emu

Sega Genesis is back and better than ever with MD.emu. This emulator features on screen controls with gun support, accurate sound, cheat codes, and automatic save. The best kind of blast from the past, The original Sonic the Hedgehog has never looked so good as on your Android phone/tablet! The benefit of this emulator is that it’s a Sega Genesis emulator, meaning it’s older, and as a result, it’s easier to find perfectly legal ROMs from places likewww.archive.org.

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FPse

FPse is one of the best emulators out there for the original PlayStation, especially because of the stunningly high resolution, offering some amazing graphics. In this well-thought-out app, you’ll find it’s never been easier to use an emulator. There’s 10 different game pads to choose from, multiplayer options, a cheat code search engine, and when you download the app, it’ll search your device for PlayStation games and automatically match them with covers. It makes things look neat, organized, and overall very professional.

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Best cases for Nexus 5X

Spigen Ultra Hybrid Case

Spigen, a personal favorite accessory maker of mine, has a simple option for protecting the Nexus 5X while keeping its body visible. The back of this case offers you the more prominent visibility of the phone. Why? Because it’s an absolutely clear case. It costs around $14 and the hard material gives ideal protection to the Nexus 5X. If you want to show off your Nexus 5X but still want to protect it, this case from Spigen is easily the must-have.

Colors: Clear
Price: $14



SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Series Case

This case from SUPCASE has been introduced as a member of the Beetle Series, and it’s a slim hybrid protective accessory. The cutouts for the volume rocker are sized just right, and the thermoplastic material has been utilized as a part of its making. The best thing about this case is that it solidly holds the phone, yet gives excellent impact protection.

Colors: Frost/Black, Black/Black, Frost/Blue
Price: $17



Verus High Pro Shield Case

On the off chance that you need quality in style and durability with great value, you’re at the right place because Verus’ case for the Nexus 5X gives the greatest protection to your phone against any slippages and impact brought on by the dropping. The polycarbonate material gives the toughness and the protection to the phone while the brushed metal look is high-end and unique.

Colors: Electric Blue, Red, Satin Silver, Shine Gold, Steel Silver
Price: $20



DGtle Bumper Rubber Case

From DGtle comes case for the Nexus 5X which guarantees your Nexus 5X won’t be scratched due to its rubber build. Even better is that the TPU material makes it very light, so you’re getting protection in a simple way. The amazing point of interest of purchasing this case is that it assimilates the more prominent shocks when compared to other cases.

Colors: Mint, Matte-Clear, Matte-Black, Purple, Hot Pink, Clear, Black
Price: $9



Adopted Microfiber Hard Case

This slender tough case from Adopted was introduced together with the Nexus 5X, featuring a distinctive microfiber support that is guaranteed to improve grip. The front frame even helps to keep the display screen raised when faced down on a table. It has a price tag which is a bit high, but you’ll be getting a very quality case to improve the look and safety of your Nexus 5X.

Colors: Emerald, Quartz, Carbon
Price: $35



J&D Clear Back Bumper Case

J&D’s Nexus 5X case simply aims at providing protection with style (while really leaning to the former). It gives you the anti-scratch rear and the fit is tight while allowing you to grasp the phone securely.

Colors: Fusion Black, Transparent Clear, Fusion Blue, Fusion Champagne, Fusion Red, Fusion Purple
Price: $10

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Best wireless charging pads for Samsung / QI Smartphones

Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad

People generally like to buy accessories made by the same company who makes their devices. If you’re one of those people, Samsung’s own wireless charging pad with fast charge capabilities is what you’re going to get and there’s no need to read on. This wireless charging pad, which is priced differently everywhere you look, works with the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge along with all other Qi-ready devices. And you probably won’t need to remove your case or cover to use it.

It has a built-in LED light to tell you whether or not your phone is aligned properly. Select Samsung devices will also alert you when a full charge has been achieved.

With an official option like this, there’s no going wrong.

Pricing: $49-$69



Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Charging Stand

In 2016, Samsung introduced a new wireless charging pad marketed as a “wireless charging stand.”

This in-house wireless charging stand with fast charge technology is just like Samsung’s wireless charging pad. The difference? This one, because it’s a stand, positions your phone on an incline rather than having lie flat. The benefit here is that you can easily access your phone while it’s charging. Picking it up and putting it down is less likely when positioned at an angle. Or, if you’d like to glance over at your phone for information, turn on the always-on display that Samsung debuted with the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.

Going for the stand over the pad limits your color options to just one choice and raises the praise.

Color options: Black
Pricing: $69



Nekteck Wireless Charging Pad

Up until now, Nekteck was a completely unknown brand to me. That doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with the company and its products. In fact, it seems that all of Nekteck’s products on Amazon are rated with 4-5 stars. So counting out their wireless charging pad just because you’ve never heard of them is a bad move.

Nekteck’s wireless charging pad supports all Qi-ready devices, but the fast charging feature is only compatible with select Samsung phones — the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy Note 5, and Galaxy S6 Edge+. To activate the fast charging feature, you’ll need to use Samsung or Nekteck’s adapters with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 2.0 technology.

When your phone is placed on the wireless charging pad, a blue light will illuminate to indicate that your phone is charging.

Easing your mind about buying this wireless charging pad is an 18-month warranty and lifetime customer support from Nektech.

Color options: Black
Pricing: $29



TYLT VU Wireless Charging Stand

The world is full of accessories, and a bunch of my personal favorites come from TYLT. Its products are well-made, colorful, and affordable. Can you ask of more? The VU wireless charging stand has a 3-coil system, comes in four colors, and costs less than you’d expect.


With the 3-coil system, TYLT allows you to put your phone anywhere on the wireless charging stand whether that’s in portrait or landscape orientation. Also, this wireless charging stand is designed at a 45-degree angle so you can still see your phone from anywhere and won’t miss a single notification coming in. The VU’s entire design is so subtle and attractive because of its popping color and the long wire sneaking out of the back. TYLT succeeded here with a very simple, modern aesthetic.

Depending where you shop, you can get TYLT’s VU for less than $50 with free shipping.

Pricing: $49-$69



Choetech Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad

The first wireless charging pad I ever owned was this one from Choetech. And it has served me well for nearly one year. Choetech’s wireless charging pad, which is the cheapest on the list, costs just $25 and supports fast charging.

Choetech says this wireless charging pad can charge supported devices up to 1.4x faster than competing products, and its built-in sensor lowers the status lights’ strength when charging in a dark room. Like Nektech, Choetech throws in an 18-month warranty.

Those wanting to try out a wireless charging pad for the first time should get Choetech’s product because of its price alone. You’ll be hard-pressed to find another wireless charging pad at a price so low without cutting corners.

Color options: Black
Pricing: $25



Incipio Ghost 220 Wireless Charging Base

Because there’s a very good chance you have more than one Qi-ready device in your home or office, Incipio’s Ghost 220 exists. The Ghost 220 is a wireless charging base that charges up to three devices simultaneously. Through wireless charging, it can charge two devices on once because of the rectangle shape. Then, through a physical wire, the Ghost 220 charges a third device; therefore, even if you have just one device that can be charged without wires, this wireless charging base is still worth it because of the external charging support.

Despite charging more devices at once than other products, the Ghost 220 isn’t very expensive. It can be purchased for as little as $45 with free shipping on Amazon.

Color options: Black
Pricing: $45-$69

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Best dating apps for 2016

Tinder

More people are using Tinder, which is about as simple as they come, than any other dating app in the world and generates around 26 million matches ever day of the year. Tinder is built around choosing potential matches based on photos other users who are nearby have uploaded. It’s based almost entirely on looks because users just swipe left or right anonymously to make a decision. Swiping right means you’re interested in the other person while going the other way just moves you on to another person. The kicker, though, is that the people you swiped right for in approval will have to do the same for you two to be matched and begin exchanging messages.

Tinder uses authentication from Facebook, so I think it’s almost guaranteed that you’re swiping among a group of real people with similar interests and common friends. The app won’t send anything to Facebook — saving you from any embarrassment you may feel being on an online dating app. Information from your profile negates the requirement most apps have to complete a profile and answer a mountain of questions. Tinder gets everything needed from your Facebook profile.

Like most dating apps, Tinder is free with a premium subscription available. The two key features unlocked with a Tinder Plus subscription are Passport and Rewind. Passport allows you to change your location to anywhere in the world to experience a fresh set of locals that could be your next partner in life. Rewind, as the name suggests, makes it possible to take back that last swipe that you may or may not have intended to do. Trust me, I won’t tell your potential matches if you swiped left but took it back out of desperation.

People complain that Tinder is too superficial, but you have to have thick skin while dating because you never know when rejection will slap you in the face. Another downfall is that Tinder lacks a web version, limiting users to use phones and tablets only.

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OkCupid

Can you believe OkCupid has been around for twelve years? It’s true. What started with only a web version in 2004 has since expanded to include apps across all major platforms. OkCupid is for anyone who wants their dating life to be accessible on their laptop, phone, and tablet. The service syncs across all of your devices, and OkCupid never pushes you to pay any money. Temporary bonuses exist but none of them are required for you to get the most out of the service.

OkCupid is one of the most complex dating apps because, when setting up a profile, you’re given a massive amount of questions to answer. These responses you provide will be the biggest player in getting OkCupid to show potential matches located in your area. A match percentage is displayed so you have an idea as to whether or not the person you’re about to message shares the same interests and views. But that match percentage is just that. It doesn’t actually mean anything and you’re free to message anyone on OkCupid. What you can do in order to increase the likelihood of chatting with a winner is taking advantage of the Tinder-like swiping feature to notify someone that you’re into them.

Like I said before, OkCupid is free but you can get access to extra features by joining their ‘A-List’ at a price that seems to vary by user. Being an A-List member introduces invisible browsing, read receipts, a bigger inbox, and username changes. It’s not at all necessary and I believe OkCupid offers enough to use without spending a dime because you can view entire profiles at will.

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Coffee Meets Bagel

Coffee Meets Bagel was launched in 2012 by the Kang sisters but really became known by many singles after making an appearance on ABC’s Shark Tank. The service’s founders, who sought $500,000 in return for 5% equity of Coffee Meets Bagel, rejected an offer by billionaire Mark Cuban worth $30 million because he wanted to assume complete ownership of the business. Since that Shark Tank episode aired in January 2015, Coffee Meets Bagel has grown to be one of the top dating services out there.

It works in a way similar to Tinder because authentication comes from Facebook, but the difference with Coffee Meets Bagel is that it’s only going to recommend matches who are friends of your friends. Then the really magic can begin. Every day at noon, you’ll be presented with a single match (aka the “Bagel”) that was hand-picked based on common interests and geography. Coffee Meets Bagels says attraction is also included with the formula to create matches, but I’m not confident that there’s a real algorithm to determine it. Mutual friends shared between you and your Bagel are displayed, and then you can decide whether or not to like or pass on that Bagel within twenty-four hours. Assuming both of you like other’s profile, a private chat is built for you two to get to know each other more by exchanging messages and answering ice breaker questions.

Over time, Coffee Meets Bagel learns what you do and don’t like in an effort to improve the Bagel selection. And in case you’re the shy type that will never ask someone else out on a date, Coffee Meets Bagel pushes for you and your Bagel to meet.

The success of Coffee Meets Bagel for you, considering it’s still relatively new, mighty vary but the service claims to have generate over 1 million dates while matching five hundred pairs on a weekly basis. Does it hurt to try the app? No, because using Coffee Meets Bagel is free of any charges.

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Grindr

Every of other app listed is missing something at the core that Grindr has: a focus on a specific group of people. Grindr is the world’s leading “social network app” for gay, bisexual, and sexually-curious men. It’s used by over 2 million users in two hundred countries on a daily basis, but those who enter Grindr should go into it with the understanding that the majority of fellow users are seeking hookups. Getting dates out of Grindr is certainly possible; however, don’t be surprised if a blank profile randomly messages you with something as brief and direct as “u lookin?” You’ll need to be a mature person to handle what Grindr’s users send your way.

Grindr is location-based, so all guys on your grid are within a reasonable distance. Select a profile picture and then you can read about the person before starting a chat with them. Profiles are limited to a headline, age, short bio, height, weight, ethnicity, body type, expectations, and relationship status. If that’s not enough for you to build the perfect profile, the app allows linking to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. That’s really all there is to Grindr before the messaging begins. Also, you can use some of the items as parameters for a filter to see the exact type of guy you want.

The popularity of Grindr, especially among gay men, is insane. Most forgo using anything else because the app gets the job done so well. Grindr’s population is high, the design is simple (albeit dated), and it’s free to use. Grindr Xtra adds things like an ad-free experience, push notifications, and unlimited blocks, and those features can be experienced at no cost with the free 14-day trial.

Grindr should greatly improve later this year because Beijing Kunlun Tech Company invested around $100 million in the company.

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Best cases for Samsung Galaxy S7

OtterBox Commuter case

OtterBox is normally the case manufacturer you think of when protective smartphone cases come to mind. These cases consistently provide plenty of protection while still being stylish, which isn’t all that common in the case world. The OtterBox Commuter series pretty much offers the best of both worlds. The Commuter for the Galaxy S7 features a thin, lightweight 2-piece design that will protect against drops, bumps and shock. The case will still slide in and out of your pockets with ease, and also features rubberized port covers to block dust and debris from entering your phone. This case comes with a screen protector and a 1-year warranty from the manufacturer. What more could you want?

These cases can be yours in a variety of pre-selected color options, and OtterBox even has a “pick your own colors” option on its official website. The OtterBox Commuter is available from Amazon and through OtterBox’s website starting at $34.95.

UAG Composite case

Urban Armor Gear (UAG) is a case company that’s notorious for their slim and protective cases, and the company’s Composite case for the Galaxy S7 is no exception. It’s light and grippy, and gives you easy access to all the phone’s ports and buttons. And just because this case is thin doesn’t mean it can’t hold its own — this Composite case meets military drop-test standards (MIL STD 810G 516.6), so your phone will likely survive a drop here and there.

The Composite case for the Galaxy S7 is available in seven color options for $34.95 from UAG’s website.

LifeProof FRĒ case

If you’re looking for a case that will offer drop, dirt, snow and water protection, you should buy the LifeProof FRĒ case for your new Galaxy S7. This is a very slim case that doesn’t add on too much bulk, and it’s extremely grippy, too. Your S7 will be fully sealed inside with a built-in screen protector, which will help keep that beautiful Quad HD display from getting scratched.

The LifeProof FRĒ is a little pricey, but we’re sure you’ll be very satisfied with it. You can pre-order it in six different color options from LifeProof’s website for $79.99.

Speck CandyShell Grip case

Speck is another manufacturer that comes to mind when talking about smartphone cases, and for good reason. The CandyShell Grip case for the Galaxy S7 is designed with both impact and fashion in mind. It’s not too bulky or slippery, and you’ll still have access to all the ports and buttons. The bezels are small around the sides of the display, and they’re also raised so you can put your phone down screen-first on the table without it getting scratched.

Speck’s CandyShell Grip case is available from Amazon and Speck’s website in four color combinations starting at $34.95.

Spigen Rugged Armor Resilient case

It wouldn’t be a case roundup post without Spigen. This company has a number of different high-quality cases available on Amazon for just over $10. The first of which is the Rugged Armor Resilient case. It comes with a glossy accents and carbon fiber textures on the back and provides plenty of protection thanks to its flexible TPU material. It has a raised lip of 1.2mm above the display so you can set your phone down screen-first. It also has a unique Air Cushion technology built in for an added method of absorbing shock. It’s sleek, sexy and inexpensive, which we don’t see too often.

The Spigen Rugged Armor Resilient case for the Galaxy S7 is available on Amazon for $12.99.

POETIC Revolution Premium Rugged case

POETIC’s Revolution Rugged case is super protective. It’s made of premium polycarbonate and TPU materials, and comes with a built-in screen protector with water resistance capabilities. It also features unique corner protection with raised TPU support that will help protect it from extreme shock and impact. The buttons are still very easy to press down, and there are flaps over each of the ports to help keep dust and other things out. All of these unique features are packed into a slim design that will keep your device protected from just about everything you throw at it.

The POETIC Revolution Rugged case will be available soon on Amazon for just $14.95.

SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle PRO case

The SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle PRO case for the S7 is protective, lightweight and thin. It’s made of premium soft TPU and PC materials with port covers to block dust and debris, and also includes a 360-degree swiveling belt clip holster for your carrying convenience. The sporty design will help it stand out from the rest, too.

This case will be available soon from Amazon for only $9.99.

Spigen Neo Hybrid case

Next up is Spigen’s Neo Hybrid Galaxy S7 case. It comes with a newly-designed TPU pattern that will help add lots of grip without building up dust. The case is comprised of a shock-absorbing TPU casing with a polycarbonate bumper that will help keep it grippy, durable and sleek. The buttons are made of TPU as well, so they’ll definitely be easy to press. This is personally one of my favorite cases on the market, and its definitely worth the money.

Really, though, you won’t need to shell out an arm and a leg for this one. The Spigen Neo Hybrid is available on Amazon in three different color options starting at just $16.99.

Ringke Fusion Crystal Clear Bumper case

The Ringke Fusion case for the S7 is perfect if you don’t want to cover up the beautiful design of your brand new phone. It doesn’t add too much bulk, and its slim transparent TPU bumper with Active Touch Technology allows for easy access to all the essential ports and buttons. It also includes attached dust caps so dust and debris won’t easily sneak in the ports. What’s more, it also comes with a free DIY template so you can customize the case!

The Ringke Fusion case is available now on Amazon in three different colors starting at just $10.99.

VRS Design Layered Dandy Wallet case

Lastly we have VRS Design’s Layered Dandy Wallet case. If you’re tired of taking your wallet everywhere and want an easier solution, you should give this case a shot. It’s beautiful, protective and houses up to three credit cards. It features a TPU lip to keep the screen from getting scratched, and also comes with a magnetic clip for quick fastening and access without any hassle.

VRS Design’s Layered Dandy Wallet case for the Galaxy S7 is available on Amazon in three color options starting at only $21.99.

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The best microSD cards (March 2016)

Looking to expand the storage on your new Smartphone? Here are the best options:

Kingston Digital 64GB microSDXC Card

This Class 10, UHS-I microSDXC card from Kingston features a 64GB capacity and advertises a read speed of 90MB per second and write speed of 45MB per second. Included is an SD adapter which the microSDXC card slides into when using on a computer or other standard SD device. The Kingston Digital 64GB microSDXC card is currently available for $35.

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SanDisk Extreme PLUS 64GB microSDXC Card

SanDisk's Extreme Plus UHS-1/U3 microSDXC card boasts transfer speeds of 95MB per second, capable of full HD and 4K video recording. This card comes with its own SD adapter to use with laptops and notebooks, and is capable of reading and writing to microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC cards. You snag the 64GB Extreme Plus microSDXC card for around $50.

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PNY U3 Turbo 64GB microSDXC Card

This UHS-1 (Ultra High Speed) U3 microSDXC card from PNY is capable of 90MB/sec transfer speeds, making it ideal for continuous full HD video recording, even in 4K. It's built with durability in mind, providing a waterproof design that can handle high temperatures and accidental drops. This PNY microSD card is backed by a lifetime limited warranty and its largest 64GB option goes for just $24.99.

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Samsung EVO Plus 64GB microSDXC Card

Last up is Samsung's EVO Plus 64GB microSDXC card, which can transfer data up to 80MB per second, record full HD video, and comes with its own SD adapter. This Class 10 storage card is built to handle high temperatures and is currently priced at $28.

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SanDisk Ultra 200GB microSDXC Card

Perfect for the Galaxy S7 owner after serious storage space, this 200GB microSDXC card from SanDisk provides transfer speeds of up to 90MB per second and can record full HD video. Announced just last year, this beefy card is ideal for video recording or for storing plenty of movies and music on your Galaxy S7. We've seen the prices drop as low as $79 on these cards at Amazon.

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