Haptic feedback is a major component in this new technology invented at the University of Tokyo. Photo: Shinoda Lab

HaptoClone is a new creation from researchers in the Shinoda Lab at the University of Tokyo that can let you practically feel what isn’t actually in front of you. It at least gives you the illusion that you’re feeling it. The technology is trippy in theory, but in practice it very well may lead to a more personal level of communication through our smartphones and computers – or dare I say more intimate.

If you’re a Nexus 4 owner and you’re lacking a few accessories, Google has your back. The company has released three new accessories via the Google Play Store, including some earphones, a USB cable, and a power adapter. Although the prices aren’t as low as we’d expect, they aren’t too bad for an official mobile device accessory.

Today, Google pledged that it will not sue any users, distributors or developers who have implemented versions of its patented MapReduce programming model. Google took out an Open Patent Non-Assertion (OPN) Pledge, which states that they will not take legal action against distributors and developers of open-source software.

The ASUS Padfone Infinity is on the way, and some of us may be forgetting about the first generation Padfone – but not ASUS. The phone that started the phone/tablet hybrid range first appeared back in early 2012, and now an update is available for the device bumping it up to Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean.

We simply love wallpapers. They’re one of the first changes we make to our Android devices and often represent our moods, interests, or wicked alter egos. They’re as unique as the individuals who use them! Each day we’re going to feature a free wallpaper for you to download and use on your Android device.