New Android Honeycomb tablet typing app
Posted by David on February 4, 2011 ·
New Android Honeycomb tablet typing app —TouchType has expanded to tablets via Honeycomb. The company has launched a new tablet version of its SwiftKey typing app to coincide with the release of Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) and the launch of the Xoom tablet from Motorola. The app is claimed to make touchscreen typing more intuitive thanks to an improved version of the Fluency predictive text engine [...]
JVC GX-PX1 Camera
Posted by David on February 4, 2011 ·
JVC GX-PX1 Camera —The new soon-to-be-released JVC GX-PX1 boasts a form factor that could be mistaken for a camera or a camcorder. That lens you see has a 10x optical zoom, while the back of the device is more than notably slim and sports a 3-inch, 230k touchscreen LCD that twist and turns to whatever angle you need. In addition to capturing 10 megapixel photos, the GX-PX1 can record full [...]
“The Daily” iPad Newspaper is out and Free for 2 weeks
Posted by David on February 4, 2011 ·
“The Daily” iPad Newspaper is out and Free for 2 weeks —The Daily, iPad’s intro into the digital print newspaper market and an iPad app, is not only built from scratch and for the iPad, but it has its own dedicated staff. Other news paper apps, such as USA Today and the Financial Times are a carbon copy, to some degree, of their print counterparts. So what else makes The [...]
Google announces Android 3.0 Honeycomb details
Posted by David on February 3, 2011 ·
Google announces Android 3.0 Honeycomb details —At Googles press conference yesterday, the company provided additional details about its Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) mobile operating system. From a new notification bar area, to a new graphics engine, along with several new APIs, it is very obvious that Google and its team of engineers have put in a large amount of time and effort into this tablet [...]
HP webOS puts out quick teaser video week before media event
Posted by David on February 3, 2011 ·
HP webOS puts out quick teaser video week before media event —One week ahead of its scheduled February 9th media event, HP has posted a brief, 9 second video previewing some sort of supposed webOS device. What we see of this video looks to be a well-rounded piece of hardware. What does Palm have in store ? A new smartphone? A new tablet? Both? Check out the video: Posted 2/3/11
Posted by David on February 3, 2011 ·
Google Web-Based Android Market —At a Google press conference on Wednesday, the company launched a Web-based version of the Android Market. Providing functionality similar to iTunes where apps are concerned, the new Android Market website will allow users to browse Android software from any computer with a Web browser. Previously, users could only browse the Market on Android phones and tablets. [...]
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Pentel Airpen Mini can transfer handwritten notes to Android Devices —Sure, we’ve seen several versions of the pen that can instantly transcribe your hand written notes to a digital copy. But how about one that sends your scribblings directly to your Android device? Pentel’s new Airpen Mini, which already works with Macs and PCs to capture your hand written notes, will soon [...]
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Panasonic Lumix GF2 Launches this month —Today, Panasonic announced pricing for their Lumix GF2, a slimmed down and updated version of the GF1. It comes finished in black, silver or red. It will launch this month, and for those of you that already have a bevy of compatible lenses you’ll be able to pick up the body only for $499.95. However, if this is your first foray into a compact micro [...]
Vogel iPad Wall Mount
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Vogel iPad Wall Mount —The Vogel Wall Mount is meant to hold an iPad securely on a flat vertical surface. Any iPad with a Vogel’s Holder then clicks on securely and can be set horizontally, vertically, or at any angle in between. Vogel’s also wants to assure you that when deprived of the iPad companionship, their Wall Mount doesn’t look half bad, as it’s quite a discreetly handsome [...]
Verizon Wireless LTE modem now supports Apple
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Verizon Wireless LTE modem now supports Apple —Verizon Wireless on Tuesday improved its VZAccess Manager software by adding Mac support for the Pantech UML290 LTE modem. The new update — VZAccess Manager version 7.2.4 (2534b) — adds support for Apple computers running OS X 10.4 and later. Pantech’s UML290 is a USB dongle that allows laptops to connect to Verizon’s 4G LTE network. [...]
Verizon iPhone 4 Pre-Orders Start Tomorrow
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Verizon iPhone 4 Pre-Orders Start Tomorrow —Apple has issued a reminder that Verizon Wireless’ upcoming iPhone 4 will become available to pre-order starting tomorrow. Verizon will begin accepting at 3:00AM EST tomorrow, and now Apple has confirmed that it too will take pre-orders online. Pre-orders are on a first come, first served basis and are available to current Verizon Wireless subscribers [...]
Knuckle Duster Product Review
Posted by David on February 2, 2011 ·
Knuckle Duster Product Review —The Knuckle Duster Stun Gun is a sophisticated non-lethal defense product engineered by the southern California company Tracking System Direct (TSD). More recognized for their inventory and line of fleet management and GPS tracking solutions, TSD has rolled out a new line of self-defense products that includes the highly powerful Knuckle Duster Stun Gun. Stun guns [...]
HTC ThunderBolt to have simultaneous voice and data capabilities
Posted by David on February 1, 2011 ·
HTC ThunderBolt to have simultaneous voice and data capabilities —With the HTC ThunderBolt from Verizon Wireless on the horizon, new news of this killer device is indicating that the LTE handset will ship with hotspot-creation capabilities and the ability to simultaneously use voice and data while on Verizon’s 3G network. Verizon comments the following: There is functionality in the Thunderbolt that [...]
Facebook working on commenting system
Posted by David on February 1, 2011 ·
Facebook working on commenting system —According to reports, Facebook is planning to launch a third-party commenting system in a matter of weeks. While Facebook is already heavily integrated into the commenting systems of most major blogs, via Facebook Connect, it is not directly responsible for most commenting systems. The report says that the Facebook commenting product may also [...]
The Next Samsung Galaxy S, Galaxy S2
Posted by David on February 1, 2011 ·
The Next Samsung Galaxy S, Galaxy S2 —The next generation Samsung’s Galaxy S2 handset is set to be announced at the Mobile World Congress in two weeks. Samsung has hinted at this handset sporting its Super AMOLED Plus display and a beefed up processor. Samsung has put out a short teaser video to show us what the new S2 will look like. Looks like the device is going to be incredibly thin. [...]
Sony NGP Handheld
Posted by David on January 31, 2011 ·
Sony NGP Handheld —The new Sony NGP has multiple touchpads, four times the resolution and dual analog sticks, a quad-core Cortex-A9 processor and, on top of that, a quad-core Imagination Technologies PowerVR SGX543MP4+ GPU. It’s nicknamed the PSP3, and won’t be available until the holiday season, but the NGP has already been dubbed the super-phone of this year, and we are biting [...]
Sidekick 4G in the wild
Posted by David on January 29, 2011 ·
Sidekick 4G in the wild —Last week T-Mobile indicated that it would soon launch an HSPA+ compatible Sidekick sequel. Yesterday, images were leaked of the Sidekick 4G. The T-Mobile Sidekick 4G is manufactured by Samsung, and the device pictured is said to be running a customized version of Android 2.2.1. It is unclear if this is a final build for the phone or if it will launch with a newer [...]
Second Iteration Apple Peel adds voice and data to iPod touch
Posted by David on January 28, 2011 ·
Second Iteration Apple Peel adds voice and data to iPod touch —The Apple Peel 520 gives Apple’s iPod touch the ability to connect to a cellular data network. It also allows users to send and receive voice calls and SMS from an iPod touch. Yoison, the company behind the Apple Peel, is already working on a next-generation Peel that brings several additions to the table. The most apparent change [...]
iPhone 4 Personal Hotspot to run $20/mo. on Verizon
Posted by David on January 28, 2011 ·
iPhone 4 Personal Hotspot to run $20/mo. on Verizon —Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam confirmed that there would be a $30 unlimited data plan available for iPhone 4 purchasers at launch. He also stated that the unlimited plan would only be available for a limited time, and that Verizon would then move to a tiered data plan structure similar to that of AT&T. Additionally, the Personal Hotspot feature [...]
JVC GS-TD1 full HD 3D Consumer Camcorder
Posted by David on January 28, 2011 ·
JVC GS-TD1 full HD 3D Consumer Camcorder —JVC is about to release the GS-TD1, a 3D high definition consumer camcorder that combines a couple of proprietary lenses, two CMOS sensors and a newly developed imaging engine to simultaneously record both left and right 1920 x 1080i resolution images. The GS-TD1 also has a 5x optical zoom while recording in 3D mode, optical image stabilization, onboard [...]
New HP webOS tablet trademarks leaked
Posted by David on January 27, 2011 ·
New HP webOS tablet trademarks leaked —Several newly uncovered trademark filings could indicate possible names for HP’s upcoming webOS tablets. The trademark filings, which were revealed today, include “HP Duopad,” “HP Touchcanvas” and “HP Touchslate.” Earlier trademarks suggest that one of HP’s tablets could also be named “HP Touchpad.” HP is holding a press event early next [...]
iPhone 5 & iPad 2 will support NFC mobile payment
Posted by David on January 27, 2011 ·
iPhone 5 & iPad 2 will support NFC mobile payment —Reports are indicating that Apple plans to add a mobile payment feature to future iOS devices. The service, which utilizes a Near-Field Communication chip and a software solution, will be integrated into Apple’s next-generation iPhone and iPad. The source of this new information is Richard Doherty, director of consulting firm Envisioneering [...]
LG to announce Optimus 3D next month
Posted by David on January 27, 2011 ·
LG to announce Optimus 3D next month —Reports are suggesting that LG will announce their rumored 3D smartphone, the Optimus 3D, next month. LG on Tuesday circulated an invitation to press and bloggers for an event that will be held in Barcelona during this year’s Mobile World Congress. While the invitation does not mention the LG Optimus 3D by name, it does picture an unannounced LG Optimus [...]
L.A. Noire coming May 17th
Posted by David on January 26, 2011 ·
L.A. Noire coming May 17th —Rockstar has announced the official launch date of their ground-breaking and anticipated L.A. Noire Xbox 360 game, which is now set to hit store shelves on May 17th. And along with that info they released the second full trailer. A few days ago, Amazon and a few other retailers launched the game’s product page and attached a February release. Turns out that [...]
Hindsight 30 Rear View Bicycle System
Posted by David on January 26, 2011 ·
Hindsight 30 Rear View Bicycle System —This handy rear view camera system from Cerevellum, called the Hindsight 30, has a 3.5-inch transflective display that can be mounted on your handle bars. Thanks to the magic of wireless technology, it connects with a small camera mounted underneath the rider’s seat and provides a crystal clear view of what’s coming up the rear, perfect for big-city [...]
Griffin Stompbox allows iPad foot control
Posted by David on January 26, 2011 ·
Griffin Stompbox allows iPad foot control —Your iPad is obviously for more than just surfing the web and watching videos. Music enthusiasts like the iPad because there are a lot of musician-geared apps and accessories pouring into the market. The Stompbox from Griffin works in tandem with Frontier Design’s iShred LIVE guitar app, which let’s you jam out on your iPad to a variety of settings [...]
iChef is a oven with built-in brain
Posted by David on January 25, 2011 ·
iChef is a oven with built-in brain —The iChef is a stellar oven with a memorized cookbook. Gorenje, an European appliance maker, ships their oven model together with a computer brain that’s capable of fully automizing nearly every culinary task. And it’s all touch-controlled. Basically, you estimate the type of food you’ve put in, and its weight, and the computer does the rest. But more [...]
HP webOS Topaz tablet revealed
Posted by David on January 25, 2011 ·
HP webOS Topaz tablet revealed —Next month at HP’s webOS press event, we’ve been hearing of two tablets coming out. One was revealed today on Precentral.net blog, the Topaz. A render of Palm’s large-form tablet was first seen earlier this month, but this time around there are specs and plenty of details to go along with new renders and slides. Codenamed Topaz, this webOS-powered [...]
Google launches Cloud Print for Android & iOS
Posted by David on January 25, 2011 ·
Google launches Cloud Print for Android & iOS —Google announced a service called Cloud Print last year that enables users to print wirelessly and remotely from within Gmail and Google Docs. Though the service hasn’t garnered much media attention, it shows a great deal of potential and it removes some of the barriers associated with wireless printing. On Monday, Google announced that [...]
Kosoku Dog Leash by Quirky
Posted by David on January 24, 2011 ·
Kosoku Dog Leash by Quirky —The Quirky-developed Kosoku Dog Leash features a fully retractable 6-foot leash, reflective tape for extra visibility at night, an ergonomic handle for comfort, and an integrated side pocket for bags should you live in an area where picking up after your dog is required. It’s just another example of how the collective thinking at Quirky produces great ideas, and [...]