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Windows Phone Mango Won’t Require Physical Buttons?

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [5]

When Microsoft and Nokia first unveiled their new relationship it was said that Nokia would have certain privileges over other Windows Phone manufacturers. Microsoft has been placing hardware design restrictions on its manufacturers including the requirement of specific physical buttons. Hence, when Nokia's "Sea Ray" was leaked, the absence of buttons was assumed to be an exercise in their special privileges. But word comes now that this may not be the case. Read The Full Story

Pew Reports E-Reader Ownership Growth Stronger Than Tablets

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [0]

Ever since the iPad debuted, e-readers were thought to be a dying breed with Amazon's Kindle on the preemptive attack with commercials touting its glare-free e-ink display as opposed to the iPad's glossy screen. However, a new report from Pew shows that so far e-readers are still going strong. In fact, their survey shows that e-readers not only have a greater ownership percentage but also a stronger growth rate when compared to tablets. Read The Full Story

Olivetti Olipad 110 Android 3.1 Honeycomb Tablet Get Video Demo

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [2]

We first talked about Italian company, Olivetti, having plans for an Android tablet all the way back in December of last year. The company has since produced the OliPad 100 that was released with Android 2.2 Froyo and now has a second one called the Olipad 110 with Android 3.1 Honeycomb that's getting ready to launch. A demo video of the Olipad 110 has surfaced recently and you can watch it after the cut, but you'll need some Italian language skills. Read The Full Story

Microsoft Demos Tighter Xbox Kinect And Windows Phone Integration

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [3]

These days it's apparent that offering a complete ecosystem of services with strong developer support that connects users and all of their devices is the key to platform success. Although lagging behind, Microsoft has been busy building up their own ecosystem of services centered around Xbox LIVE, which will be the link between Windows 8, Windows Phone Mango, and Xbox 360. Recently, the company released a demo video that shows a tighter integration between Windows Phone and Xbox Kinect---video after the cut. Read The Full Story

Apple iTV Tipped in March 2011 Patent Listing, Full Fledged Apple Television Again Questioned

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [1]

When it comes to Apple products working with the television, it's generally either hit or miss - for example I, personally, have it in my column signature that I use an iPad for a VCR, playing Netflix shows with it all day long (that is, before and after work, of course.) Up until recently, the app didn't function well unless you had it turned to portrait mode. Recently an update fixed this and it's perfect. Similarly, I've got a friend who purchased an Apple TV and used it for a week, then never touched it again, while I've got an uncle who has the same unit and has used it basically every day since he got it. Today we find an application for iTV, a name for a product that may well push Apple to the brink of one of our most universally American products since the dawn of color sets. Read The Full Story

Verizon Claimed As Fastest Mobile Network For 2011, AT&T Strong In Rural America

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [4]

We all know by now that not all 4G is created equal. And with more and more of us relying on fast and reliable data connections these days as our lives revolve around accessing the internet and staying connected while on the move, its important to know how our network options stack up against each other. PC Mag took this to task with their road test of eight 3G and 4G networks in 21 U.S. cities. [Above: Nationwide results] Read The Full Story

Mouse Pad Travel Pouch Raises Question of Mouse Longevity in our Modern Mobile Culture

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [17]

When was the last time you used a mouse? The last time I used a mouse, it was the late 1990s and I was playing the MMORPG Diablo II. Sidenote: Diablo III is coming out soonish, (within the next year, we hope,) and I may need a mouse – any suggestions? Since then, essentially every person I know, my age or otherwise, has been using a laptop for all their computing needs. A desktop replacement, rather, with a trackpad and no need for a mouse. The manufacturing and distribution group Smartfish has just released a product that, by all means, should have been invented years ago: the Mouse Pad Travel Pouch. Will you partake?

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MasterCard Partners With CSI For Mobile Payments App On Android, iOS, and BlackBerry

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [2]

In a strange move, MasterCard has gone on to partner with CSI for their own mobile payments app. The "tap to pay" convenience of mobile payments is expected to really expand next year, with competing services coming from the Google Walletservice, Visa, and ISIS. MasterCard was a partner for Google's Wallet service, so its not certain why they've branched off to push out a separate mobile wallet app. Read The Full Story

In Pursuit of Brand Me

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [2]

We are a social animal. That doesn’t exactly demand a psych degree to figure out. Yet we’re also a private one; there’s a little of the Gollum about us, clutching close our “precious” secrets and inside-knowledge. It’s no surprise that one of the recurring entries on the periodic “top ten ways to annoy people on social networks” lists is the “mysterious update.” You know the sort: “Big changes afoot…” or “Oh ffs, not again!” leaving readers curious and goggle-eyed (you hope) or simply frustrated (more likely) over what exactly it is in your interesting, exciting life that you’re teasing about today.

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iPhone 4 Titanium Case Costs As Much As The Phone Itself

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [3]

Although we all know the iPhone 5 and 4S are on there way, that doesn't mean you shouldn't treasure your current iPhone 4. And instead of saving up for the next-gen iPhone, you might splurge on a new protective case, well, at least that's what accessories maker Case-Mate is hoping for. The company has recently introduced a new premium case for the iPhone 4 made with titanium. Read The Full Story

Fring 4-Way Video Chat App Now Supports iPad 2

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [3]

Fring is one of the most popular video chat apps that works on both iOS and Android platforms. It is a rival to Skype but brings something new to the table with a 4-way chat feature that lets you video conference with up to three other friends. Today, the app got an update that optimizes it for the iPad 2. Read The Full Story

LaCie And Porsche Design Partner For Next-Gen Hard Drives

, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [1]

LaCie is well known for its high-end external hard drives that pair great design with top-notch functionality. They will be one of the first to introduce Thunderbolt-enabled portable hard drives, with their Little Big Disks, using the Apple and Intel proprietary technology that promises up to 10Gbps transfer speeds. But today, they have partnered with Porsche Designs to introduce a new luxury lineup of hard drives that feature USB 3.0 technology. Read The Full Story
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