If there were ever a time for Google to play “good guy” it would be now. Apple has simply been piling up the negative criticism with everything from its ridiculous legal attacks to its latest Mapsgate debacle. While Google has been going down the wrong path by setting itself up to bite back (see Motorola Mobility), I believe now to be the perfect time to turn the other cheek. Specifically with their Maps service.

A bit of good news for Sony Xperia go, sola, and U users. Today, Sony began rolling out Android 4.0 to all three devices and plans to continue to do so globally, over the next few weeks. The update brings all of the great features of Ice Cream Sandwich along with a few new media applications and a “Glove Mode” for sola users.

It was only the other day that Verizon updated its NFL Mobile app and already they’re offering up a slick promotion. For this weekend only, users will be able to enjoy free NFL Mobile Premium Access and all the perks that come with it. That means live Sunday and Monday night games as well as unlimited access to NFL RedZone and NFL Network.

Do my eyes deceive me? Has Halfbrick finally dropped Jetpack Joyride into the Google Play Store? Why yes… yes they have! One of Halfbrick’s most popular games is now available for Android and ready to boost its way towards more mobile awards. Barry Steakfries not only has the coolest name, but also the most kick-ass jetpacks.

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 and while some people pick one and stick with it, others change them more often than a teenager’s Facebook status. Each day we’re going to feature a free wallpaper for you to download and use on your Android device. Depending on your device, you may want to use your favorite photo editing software to resize the image for a better fit. Once that’s done, apply and enjoy. Your homescreen can thank us later. Cheers!