Tech Talks & Microsoft’s Big Chance

Alot to get to so I’ll just cut to the chase. MIicrosoft, Apple has all but teed up your best chance to publicly claim the crown you never really lost. Don’t blow it. I consider it a great sign that you’re utilizing pop-up stands to expand your presence during the holiday season. Use the momentum … Read more

Windows Phone App Updates: AccuWeather, Lyrics, PayPal & More

AccuWeather Version 2.2.0 includes numerous performance improvements and bug fixes to provide an even more consistent and enjoyable weather experience. MSN Money Stocks ***What’s New in Version 1.8 (Mango)*** – Improved news feed&  Bug fixes LevelUp Unfortunately the change log is not included. Lyrics You can now scan your entire library and match lyrics. Includes … Read more

A classic game show available for Windows Phone

What is JEOPARDY! Yesterday, I noticed that an official Jeopardy app was available in the Marketplace, so I grabbed it this morning. I grew up on Jeopardy, and my husband is a fountain of trivial knowledge. You can play solo, vs. 2 AI players, or pass & play. I haven’t tried that last option, but … Read more

Hootsuite Acquires Seesmic

Today Hootsuite announced that a deal was struck with Seesmic to acquire the company. Joined together they represent some of the best features and support in the consumer and business social media management space. “I have always had a lot of respect for Seesmic’s CEO, Loïc Le Meur and the role Seesmic has played in … Read more

Hey Developers: I NEED APPS!

You would think with 100,000+ apps in Marketplace there would be enough of everything by now. Not talking about those popular titles like;Instagram or Pandora. Personally, if these big titles don’t think Windows Phone is important enough to invest  a few thousand dollars on an app, because market share has not reached critical mass despite … Read more

Greenway finds the most efficient route to your destination

This is more of a proof-of-concept at the moment, but it’s something to keep an eye on I believe. Winner of the Microsoft Imagine Cup in Germany, and the Environmental Sustainability Award at the International Imagine Cup in Australia, Greenway will attempt to give you the most gas and time efficient automobile route from where … Read more

Android Innovation, Fragmentation and Demise

I just posted about the news of the Galaxy Tab 7 coming to Verizon and in there I ranted a bit, thinking about it more I want to rant some more, or extend my thoughts on all of that. When it comes to Android tablets there’s no doubt we’ve got tons of choices, but the … Read more