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Google's internal GPS system, Indoor Maps, which the US have had their hands on since November 2011 is now in the UK, albeit in limited form. So, if all goes to plan, in the very near future you will never have to worry about losing your mate in that vast shopping centre, or losing yourself in the seemingly endless maze of shops ever again!

Facebook have finally submerged themselves into Android with their new app centre. It was only a matter of time! There will be an element of personalisation as recommendations will depend on other apps downloaded and also apps their Facebook friends favour. With more than 600 apps already available, including Spotify and Flixster, and only quality apps making the grade, it's sure to be a huge success.

Behavioural scientists at Edinburgh University are conducting a study of human self-perception, and you could participate via an Android app. The aim is to get a better understanding of the general mood within the UK, and how moods and feelings change and fluctuate. Each individual who takes part will complete a short online survey and then answer questions twice daily for 8 days. Data collected will in due course be published in academic journals or presented at conferences.

Google Play is supposedly the safest place to browse and install apps to your device. Google is the founder of all things Android technology based, and you would expect to have no worries if you choose to use their appstore. Of course, many of you may already be aware that this is just not the case at all!