Droid

Dropbox is a great solution for sharing and syncing files between multiple computers. However, some of you may not be aware that you can use Dropbox to stream mp3 files to multiple devices, including your Android phone.

First, you'll need an Dropbox account, which you can sign up for at the Dropbox website. You may also want to download the Dropbox app for Android, but you can also use Dropbox from the Android web browser.

Read more: Stream Music to your Android Phone Easily with Dropbox

Have you ever accidentally started to download a huge file from the web on your Android phone and need to cancel it? Here's how to do it.

Read more: Cancel an Internet Download in Android

Have you ever wondered what kind of connection speed you get on your Android device or iPhone? The Speed Test app from speedtest.net allows you toquickly and easily find your internet connection speed for either WiFi or your phone's network.

Just download and run the app, hit begin test and wait for the results. It's that simple. It's nice way to quickly test speeds at your favorite local hotspots, at home, or just satisfy your curiosity as to what kind of speed you get from your phone's network provider.

Check out my post at How to Geek for the full description, or dive right in and download the App from either the Android Market or from iTunes. Android phone owners can also install the app using the QR Code to the right.

Here's a nice way to quickly text  the friends you contact the most. Create a shortcut on the home screen to your favorite text contacts. Just one tap and your texting away.

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A few months ago I set out to search the interwebs for a quality armband for my Motorola Droid. As an avid runner and geek, I loved the idea of being able to run with what is basically a computer strapped to my arm. With Pandora and a run tracker app installed, I had dreams of some sort of 3G runner's nirvana. Listening to streaming music while my distance, speed, and route are tracked by a running app.

After doing a little Googling, checking some forums, and perusing Amazon, I didn't really find anything specifically crafted for the Droid. I did however come across the iArmBands Armband for the Nexus One and other Android phones. One of the reviewers stated he used it for the Droid, so I gave it a shot.

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I was completely convinced I would absolutely love this app when I first downloaded it. What RunKeeper Does (is supposed to do)  is use the built-in GPS in your phone to track your fitness activities, including duration, distance, pace, speed, elevation, calories burned, and path traveled on a map. If you create a RunKeeper account, you can even store all of your historical activities on the RunKeeper website. It can chart activities like running, cycling, walking, hiking, skiing, wheelchair, and more.

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Don't risk looking like a dope when your Droid starts ringing, buzzing, or otherwise audibly alerting you in the middle of a big meeting or event. Quickly put in Silent Mode.

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It happens. You download an App and it turns out to be a dud. Or, maybe it just wasn't what you expected. Whatever the reason, sometimes you need to purge your phone of Apps you no longer need or want. It's really a pretty simply operation.