In the world of smartphones we see many fads, fashions and phases, often propelled by software, firmware or hardware of the time, be it personal assistants, instant messengers games, video calling or photo-sharing or what-not. Some of them have gone on to become tools and mediums for communication, work or enjoyment that we have come to rely … Read more
So I ran across a Microsoft News article entitled Survey finds greater interest in Microsoft Surface than Google Nexus 7. Hmm. I know there’s some interest in Windows Phone and the Surface, and that’s great, I’ve got no problem with that, but I’m not so crazy about bullcrap surveys. So I bounced this off of Google Trends which lets you see what people are searching for on Google web searches, product search, news search and image search. If people were truly interested in the Microsoft Surface more than the Nexus 7, […]
I think the Muse is an MP3 player? At least it appears to be, but yet it hooks to your phone, specifically the Galaxy line of phones from Samsung. You can sync your songs with your phone and take the Muse with you apparently and it’s only priced at $49.99 which isn’t bad. it can … Read more
On 12/4/2012 9:04 PM, Ram wrote:
Doug Simmons, hopefully your Android is not one of the victims: Security Threat Report 2013
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Doug Simmons: Ram my man, Android is as open, and therefore as vulnerable to malware, as you choose to make it. Among these choices: rooting your phone, enabling sideloading, unlocking your bootloader, installing custom roms from XDA, […]
So it seems GameStop has really expanded it’s tablet program as now you can get the Kindle Fire HD 8.9” and the 7” as well as the regular Kindle Fire. Up until January 31st you can get a $25 Amazon gift card to go with that new tablet. Just in time for holiday shopping, … Read more
If you’re in Europe you’re lucky because you can be one of the first to get the new Archos Android GamePad! Sadly for us in the United States we have to wait until some in the first quarter of 2013. I’m curious about it, it’s a tablet yes but it features actual physical buttons and … Read more
That’s one thing I miss on my Windows Phone, TomTom.. I remember way back HTC Tytn II or AT&T Tilt, it had TomTom on it and I really liked it. Then I had my Samsung Captivate and I had Navigon on it, which I could get for my Windows phone I guess. Anyway, back to … Read more
Many consider Amazon to be Apple’s one true competitor, not because of a device vs. device competition, but a service for service comparison. Amazon’s ecosystem is a direct threat to Apple’s iTunes, and still Amazon continues to expand on this. Now Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire owners will have an option to have access to … Read more
With Android firmly running the show, more and more warnings and educational attempts are popping up to make sure users stay clear of Malware threats. Microsoft took it upon themselves to once gain revive the #DroidRage assault from last year to take advantage of this. What’s this about? Its simple, share with Microsoft how Android … Read more
Here comes Toshiba with a new entry to the Android tablet market, but this time with a bit of a clue. Weighing in with the almost standard Quad Core Tegra 3 processor, .4 inches thick and only 22.6 ounces, it sure does demand some respect. But that’s not why I am “excited,” Toshiba is shipping … Read more
I keep seeing these phones pop up but I’ve never really seen one on any carriers out there. Anyway, InfoSonics has just announced the Verykool S735 Android Smartphone which is running Android 2.3.6 and features a Bluetooth, Wi-fi and tethering abilities as well as a 3.2mp rear camera and a vga front camera. Sure it’s … Read more
Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour has enjoyed a fair bit of anticipation from the mobile gaming crowd. Good news, the wait is almost up, set to be released for iOS December 6th, make sure you clear your schedule for this one. Android folks can expect their slice of the pie “soon after” according to the … Read more