10 Tips for Using Evernote Effectively

Evernote is a tool for keeping track of, well, everything. At least everything as far as digital information goes, or information that can be digitized. Evernote comprises a Web-based service and clients for Windows, Mac OS X, mobile devices, and … Continue reading →

Samsung NT900X3B-A74 13.3-Inch Laptop | Eee PC

Samsung has just unveiled one of its ultra-thin Series 9 notebooks at a press conference event at South Korea. via Samsung NT900X3B-A74 13.3-Inch Laptop | Eee PC.

Hyundai A7 Android 4.0 tablet available for $110 – Liliputing

When it comes to tablets with Google Android 4.0, there are three types of products available right now. You can buy a top-of-the-line machine like the Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime, install an unofficial build on a less expensive tablet … Continue reading →

Get Android Notifications Pushed To Your Desktop

There may be times where you do not have the time to pay attention to your Android phone. This can be at work where you may not be allowed to have your phone out in the open, or with you … Continue reading →

Three: EU data price caps need to be lower | Regulation | ZDNet UK

Mobile operator Three has called on the government to push for tougher EU rules on data-roaming charges, saying existing proposals will not help people avoid high costs. via Three: EU data price caps need to be lower | Regulation | … Continue reading →

Huawei readies a 10 inch Android tablet – Liliputing

Chinese consumer electronics company Huawei introduced a 7 inch Android tablet called the MediaPad in 2011. Now the company is preparing to introduce a 10 inch model. via Huawei readies a 10 inch Android tablet – Liliputing.

How to Root the Samsung Nexus S

The Nexus S is one of the only phones to officially get Ice Cream Sandwich, but if you’re still itching for something more (you greedy greey Android user), rooting it is pretty simple. Here’s how to do it. via How … Continue reading →

How to Root the Samsung Galaxy Nexus

If you’re a proud owner of Google’s newest Nexus device, you can root it with just a few clicks thanks to a program called the Galaxy Nexus Root Toolkit. Here’s how it works. via How to Root the Samsung Galaxy … Continue reading →

How to Root the Samsung Galaxy S II

Rooting the Galaxy S II is fairly easy, as long as you have a Windows PC handy. All you need are a few tools. Here’s how to do it via How to Root the Samsung Galaxy S II.

Dell Latitude E6220 12.5in Core i7 notebook • reghardware

Dell’s Latitude E6220 is a typical workhorse, designed to be solid, dependable and ever so slightly boring. However, Dell is aiming this compact model more at small businesses rather than large organisations. And the increasing numbers of people who, like … Continue reading →

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40GB RAM Now Available For Under £100 | ITProPortal.com

The price of non-magnetic storage is falling fast; we reported yesterday that you can buy 256GB worth of flash storage for just over £100 and now we’ve learnt that you can get 40GB RAM for £98.90 with free delivery from … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 and Galaxy Mini 2 officially launched | Ubergizmo

Looking forward to some new budget offerings from Samsung? The Korean manufacturer has officially announced the launch of two new Galaxy smartphones: the Galaxy Ace 2 and Galaxy Mini 2. Touted as sequels to the Galaxy Ace and Galaxy mini, … Continue reading →

Lenovo IdeaPad U300e Ultrabook available now, pricier than we thought — Engadget

Back when we first quietly met the IdeaPad U300e at CES, we were told it’d be carrying a $799 price tag; but contrary to that statement, Lenovo’s put the 13.3-inch Ultrabook up for grabs starting at $959 on its site. … Continue reading →

Take command of Microsoft Office Outlook

If last week’s Outlook Configuration Analyzer hasn’t helped to sort out your Outlook problems then you’ll probably need to resort to the usual manual troubleshooting approach, which for instance might involve launching the program with one of its command line switches. via … Continue reading →

More Smartphones, More Risk: Mobilisafe Targets SMB’s With New Security Solution Invites | TechCrunch

Mobilisafe, the stealthy Seattle-based mobile security startup with $1.2 million in funding from Madrona Venture Group and Trilogy Equity Partnership, is opening up access to its private beta program today invite link below for a handful of TechCrunch readers. via … Continue reading →

Microsoft changes policy: all Windows versions get 10 years of support | Ed Bott

In practical terms, this announcement won’t change much, but from a symbolic point of view it’s very big news indeed: via Microsoft changes policy: all Windows versions get 10 years of support | Ed Bott.

Asus adds “instant on” to its latest netbooks – Liliputing

One of the most impressive features of ultrabooks such as the Asus Zenbook UX31 is their ability to resume from sleep nearly instantly. Now it looks like Asus is bringing a similar feature to its Intel Atom-powered netbooks. via Asus adds “instant … Continue reading →

Windows 8 + SkyDrive

Microsoft this week provided new information about how it will integrate its SkyDrive cloud-storage service with Windows 8 (and previous Windows versions), dramatically improving the interoperability between the two. Put simply, SkyDrive should see a huge surge in usage in … Continue reading →

SkyDrive: new details leaked | Ubergizmo

Fans of Microsoft’s cloud storage service, SkyDrive, will be glad to know that Microsoft has got quite a number of features planned for it. Over the weekend there were a bunch of screenshots that leaked, showing off a desktop app … Continue reading →

256GB Worth Of Flash Memory Available From £100.66 | ITProPortal.com

Flash memory has never been so low and now you can grab 256GB worth of flash-based storage for as little as £100.66; as part of its Monday Madness, online retailer MyMemory has dropped the price of its 32GB USB flash … Continue reading →

Orange San Francisco – White, price drop

Argos Online are showing the White version of the Orange San Francisco with a price of £62.99. This is a very good bargain, considering the specs that while not being top end are certainly better than the price indicates. via Orange … Continue reading →

Google promises faster Chromebooks in pipeline | Mobile Computers | ZDNet UK

“We remain very excited about Chromebooks. We got a lot of positive feedback, and we are really looking forward to the next generation of Chromebooks,” said Sundar Pichai, senior vice president of Chrome, in an interview on Thursday. “We will … Continue reading →

Intel builds Wi-Fi into new Atom-based chips | News | TechRadar

ntel has combined a Wi-Fi transceiver with a dual-core Atom processor, opening up the possibility of slimmer mobile devices with longer battery life. via Intel builds Wi-Fi into new Atom-based chips | News | TechRadar.

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Samsung Unveils its Series 7 NP700G7C Ivy Bridge Laptop | Eee PC

A new Samsung gaming laptop that runs on Ivy Bridge processor has just been unveiled. This model, called the NP700G7C-S01US, has Intel Core i7 Processor 3610QM with a maximum clock speed of 2.30 GHz and a CPU Cache of 6 … Continue reading →

How to protect your passwords with KeePass | News | TechRadar

How many passwords do you rely on every day to live and function online? Think hard about all the accounts you have to log into – we’re sure it reaches a dozen, including news sites, forums and others. via How … Continue reading →

Smart Devices Debuts 5 New Budget Dual-Core Tablets | Eee PC

Smart Devices is introducing five new models of dual-core tablets geared for different kinds of users. These are the Q8, S7, Ten3 or T15, T20, and T19. Among these, Ten3 is the Asian company’s flagship tablet model. via Smart Devices … Continue reading →

Notebook Vendors to Offer TouchScreen Ultrabooks? | Eee PC

The newest version of the Windows OS, Window 8, is expected to be released with touch functionalities. Thus, manufacturers of notebooks plan to take advantage of this capability by producing Ultrabooks with touch screens. via Notebook Vendors to Offer TouchScreen … Continue reading →

Asus TF300T, Transformer Series Follow-Up Specs Rumored

First there was the Asus Transformer TF101, then came the Asus Transformer Prime TF201 and then there were the rumors about the TF300T follow-up. At that time there weren’t too many details we could go by but recent reports seem … Continue reading →

Archos unveils Arnova 8b G2 tablet – Liliputing

Archos has added yet another tablet to its line of low-cost Arnova tablets. The latest is the Arnova 8b G2, a slight variation on the Arnova 8 G2 which has been available for a few months. via Archos unveils Arnova … Continue reading →

Poor flash storage could be slowing down your smartphone | The Verge

When you’re looking at storage for your phone, you’ll want to pay attention to more than just the number of gigabytes. via Poor flash storage could be slowing down your smartphone | The Verge.

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T-Mobile clams up over Full Monty ‘speed-cap’ claims • reghardware

T-Mobile has rejected claims that its Full Monty tariff has a 1Mb/s speed cap, but has refused to discuss whether there is a higher limit on the plan. via T-Mobile clams up over Full Monty ‘speed-cap’ claims • reghardware.

You probably need Outlook Configuration Analyzer Tool

Microsoft Outlook is a large and complex application, so if your copy starts misbehaving then it may not always be obvious where to start looking for a solution. But don’t worry, help is finally at hand. Two Microsoft engineers with … Continue reading →

Lenovo’s IdeaPad U300e 13.3-Inch Ultrabook Now Available for Pre-Order | Eee PC

Lenovo’s IdeaPad U300e 13.3-inch Ultrabook has now become available for purchase  from Lenovo’s online shop in the US after it was announced back at the CES 2012. Prices on this devicestart at $959.20 (about 736 EUR). This price includes an … Continue reading →

Gigabyte GSmart G1355 dual-SIM Android phone launching end of the month | Ubergizmo

If you’ve always wanted to get your hands on a dual-SIM capable Android smartphone, Gigabyte might have something in store for you with the GSmart G1355 dual-SIM Android smartphone. via Gigabyte GSmart G1355 dual-SIM Android phone launching end of the … Continue reading →

Two UK airports scrap IRIS eye-scanners • The Register

The UK Border Agency’s multi-million-pound hi-tech eye-scanner programme is in danger of being scrapped, with two airports ditching the service and registration now closed. via Two UK airports scrap IRIS eye-scanners • The Register.

66% of the UK suffers from Nomophobia | Techwatch: Tech News

Nomo-what-now? Here’s another new “phobia” which has been “discovered” along with all those ones documented in that book we saw being plugged a few years back on the TV. via 66% of the UK suffers from Nomophobia | Techwatch: Tech … Continue reading →

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Freecom Mobile Drive Sq 500GB external HDD • reghardware

This stylish mobile hard drive from Freecom is described by its manufacturer as “almost square”, which is another way of saying it’s rectangular. via Freecom Mobile Drive Sq 500GB external HDD • reghardware.

Has Google Already Started “Google Drive” Cloud Storage Service?

Last week, a Wall Street Journal article claimed that Google was hard at work on a new cloud storage system, one it would be launching in the near future. The company is still being quiet regarding the rumor, but tonight … Continue reading →

Alleged Screenshot Of Google Drive Surfaces | TechCrunch

A reader of Geekwire has sent in what he claims is a shot of Google Drive, which apparently has activated early for him. It’s entirely possible that the shot is fake — Google’s stark interface isn’t exactly difficult to recreate. … Continue reading →

Skype Gets Updated On Android

Skype have just updated their Android app and is available to update right now via the Android Market.  This new version is 2.7 and any update is always a good update as it helps improve existing features and adds in … Continue reading →

Next-gen Ultrabooks could suffer because of chip delay | News | TechRadar

Intel looks to have postponed the launch of its upcoming Ivy Bridge chip range, which is set to have a knock-on effect on the next-generation of Ultrabooks. via Next-gen Ultrabooks could suffer because of chip delay | News | TechRadar.

Mobile Data Traffic to Increase by 18-folds Says Cisco | ITProPortal.com

If mobile data traffic continues to rise at its current pace, the day is not too far when carriers will be forced to withdraw unlimited data plans for smartphones and tablets, claims a new Cisco study. via Mobile Data Traffic … Continue reading →

Acer expects EMEA PC market share to rise to 25-28% in 2012

Although Acer saw its share in the EMEA PC market drop in 2011 its ranking still remained as the second largest. Acer president Jim Wong pointed out that the company’s share will rise in every market in 2012, especially EMEA, … Continue reading →

Asus Zenbook UX31 ultrabook review – Liliputing

The Asus Zenbook UX31 was one of the first ultrabooks to hit the market in late 2011. Four months later, there’s plenty of competition in the thin and light laptop space, but the UX31 is still one of the most … Continue reading →

LibreOffice 3.5 released, introduces new grammar tool

The community behind the LibreOffice project has released version 3.5 of the increasingly popular open source office suite. The update introduces new features and improvements that were developed by the project’s growing body of contributors. via LibreOffice 3.5 released, introduces … Continue reading →

OS X Mountain Lion (10.8) in-depth preview — Engadget

You can bid farewell to the days of Apple’s theatrical OS reveals — at least until OS 11 rears its head, anyway. via OS X Mountain Lion (10.8) in-depth preview — Engadget.

Android 5.0 Jelly Bean to launch in coming months? | News | TechRadar

Most Android devices are yet to get Ice Cream Sandwich but rumours are swirling that the next iteration, Android 5.0 (Jelly Bean), will be here before we know it. via Android 5.0 Jelly Bean to launch in coming months? | … Continue reading →

Microsoft reduces SQL Azure pricing | ZDNet UK

Microsoft has reduced the pricing for its SQL Azure cloud database service by as much as 75 percent, and has introduced a 100MB database option. via Microsoft reduces SQL Azure pricing | ZDNet UK.

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Dangers on the Plane | Men’s Health News

Forget the window seat next time you’re booking a flight longer than six hours. According to new research, enjoying window views from 30,000 feet ups your odds of suffering from deep venous thromboses (DVTs)—or blood clots—than being in an aisle … Continue reading →

Wah! Wah! Mommy, Skype won’t play with me — Tech News and Analysis

While Cisco Systems, the San Jose, Calif-based IP communications giant was busy making a fortune selling expensive video conferencing system to large companies, Skype was making it dead simple for little people to video call each other. No big screens … Continue reading →

Intel: Atom powered smartphones, netbooks to cost $199 to $299 – Liliputing

Intel makes processors, not laptops, tablets, or phones. So the company doesn’t actually get to decide what price PC or phone makers will charge for its products — but it can certainly set guidelines. via Intel: Atom powered smartphones, netbooks … Continue reading →

iPad Rival Alert : HTC Flyer Drops To £197 | ITProPortal.com

With a few days before the Mobile World Congress starts in Barcelona, daily deal website iBood has cut the price of the HTC Flyer to £196.90; that’s less than half the original selling price of the device. via iPad Rival … Continue reading →

How some Android applications saved the day….

Today, I did a very stupid thing. A very stupid thing indeed. I left the house without my phone (a Samsung Galaxy S2). I contemplated going home to get it, but decided that maybe I could live one day without … Continue reading →

BBC News – BYOD: Bring your own device could spell end for work PC

Do you dream of a world where you have your choice of laptop, smartphone or tablet at work; all of which connect seamlessly one to another, and are constantly updated? via BBC News – BYOD: Bring your own device could … Continue reading →

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HP Pavilion dm1-4125ea 11.6in netbook • reghardware

Now that everyone and their dog has or wants a smartphone or tablet, the recent drop in netbook sales can hardly be a surprise. Yet does this mean there is no space for a small, cheap laptop? Of course not … Continue reading →

Crypto shocker: four of every 1,000 public keys provide no security

An astonishing four out of every 1,000 public keys protecting webmail, online banking, and other sensitive online services provide no cryptographic security, a team of mathematicians has found. The research is the latest to reveal limitations in the tech used … Continue reading →

1 in 2 smartphones now running Android | News | TechRadar

Android claimed over 50% of the smartphone market share in the last three months of 2011 which sees Google’s mobile OS appearing on one in two smartphones. via 1 in 2 smartphones now running Android | News | TechRadar.

ZTE Light Tab II hits the UK | Ubergizmo

ZTE rides forward in the world of highly affordable Android-powered tablets with their latest release, the Light Tab II. via ZTE Light Tab II hits the UK | Ubergizmo.

Ultrabook Maintaining Its High Cost Until 2013 | Eee PC

Ultrabooks are expected to maintain their high prices until about 2013, when they could hit the US$599 to 699 rates. This range, considered to be the sweet spot in notebook pricing, is average amount users are willing to pay for … Continue reading →

Ultrabooks less desirable in Europe, say Taiwan makers

The proportion of global sales of notebooks for ultrabooks in 2012 is estimated at only 20%, lower than a target of 30% or even 40% as expected by Intel, and this is mainly because ultrabooks are less desirable in Europe, … Continue reading →

Nortel Networks hackers had “access to everything” for years

Nortel Networks suffered a security breach that for almost a decade gave attackers with Chinese IP addresses access to executive network accounts, technical papers, employee emails and other sensitive documents at the once-thriving telecommunications firm, The Wall Street Journal reported … Continue reading →

LibreOffice 3.5 pushes past OpenOffice, not recommended for biz users

The Document Foundation has announced the release of LibreOffice 3.5.0 FINAL, its cross-platform, open-source office suite. Version 3.5.0 introduces a number of new features, including faster grammar checking, multi-line input bar in Calc, and a better user interface for headers and … Continue reading →

Cisco shows why mobile data throttling is a load of crap

If you hate wireless data throttling, thank Cisco for making your argument against the practice that much easier. The telecommunications company says it expects at least 100 million smartphone users to exceed one gigabyte of data monthly in 2012. That … Continue reading →

Would you buy 8-inch iPad?

Wall Street Journal claims that Apple is testing a smaller tablet, around 8 inches. The question: Would you buy one, if available? via Would you buy 8-inch iPad?.

Ultra-high resolution laptop, tablet screens to revive display biz • reghardware

Market success is a product of two factors: supply and demand. Only when both are growing and, at the same time, closely matched will a market perform well. via Ultra-high resolution laptop, tablet screens to revive display biz • reghardware.

Samsung Galaxy Note: Truly, Freakishly Large

For a while Samsung couldn’t decide whether to call its Galaxy Note tablet or a phone. Considering that its 5.3-inch screen splits the difference between an iPhone and a Galaxy Tab 7, that’s not surprising. via Samsung Galaxy Note: Truly, … Continue reading →

Asus laptop maker rumoured to have been told to stop production, by Apple | ITProPortal.com

Unconfirmed reports suggest that Apple has issued an ultimatum to Pegatron, one of its suppliers, that if the company does not stop manufacturing Asustek’s Zenbook – the existing agreement between them for the manufacturing of the iPhone will expire. via … Continue reading →

Acer Iconia Tab A510 tablet coming (to Europe) in March – Liliputing

Acer has announced plans to launch the Iconia Tab A510 Android tablet in France next month for 399 Euros. The tablet features an NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software. via Acer Iconia Tab A510 … Continue reading →

Motorola DEFY MINI announced

A new, smaller DEFY handset has just joined the Motorola portfolio. It’ll be launched at big event here I the UK hosted by Radio 1 DJ Mista Jam. It’s durable, water-resistant and has a Gorilla Glass scratch-proof screen. via Motorola … Continue reading →

Winning HP Pavilion dm4-3090se Beats Edition laptop

If you’re in the market for a new laptop and audio is particularly important to you then you might like to hear about the HP Pavilion dm4-3090se Beats Edition. This sounds as though it could be a real winner, with … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy S2 Mugen Extended battery review

First of all thanks to the guys from Mugen for sending us this battery to review. It came all the way from Hong Kong I was amazed. My experience of spare batteries for phones has basically been buying a replacement when … Continue reading →

5,000 Virgin Media workers unchained to slog away remotely • The Register

Thousands of Virgin Media employees will soon be able to work from their beds a variety of locations after the telco asked network kit biz Cisco to deploy its Quad, WebEx and Unified Comms products. via 5,000 Virgin Media workers … Continue reading →

What is Android? A Beginners Guide | The UK Mobile Phone Blog

We hear it everywhere these days and there is no getting away from it. So what really is Android? No it’s not just an alien but Android is an operating system that powers millions of phones, tablets, and other devices … Continue reading →

Apple ‘seeking part makers’ for 8in ‘iPad Mini’ • reghardware

Asian moles have once again claimed Apple is working on a smaller version of its iPad tablet, but this time the diminutive gadget is said to sport an 8in rather than 7in screen. via Apple 'seeking part makers' for 8in … Continue reading →

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Why Wait? 5 Devices That Run Android Ice Cream Sandwich Today

From its excellent interface to its myriad features, Google’s Android Ice Cream Sandwich is worlds ahead of its predecessors.Though many phones and tablets are due to for an ICS upgrade sometime in the far-flung future,  very few have the new … Continue reading →

Fear of Laptops dying in favour of smartphones

Many of us can remember the days when most computing at home was done on a desktop but increasingly that usage turned to laptop computers. The benefit of laptops was their portability and convenience but now with the surging sales … Continue reading →

Of MacBook Airs, Ultrabooks, and Windows 8

I apparently can’t follow my own advice: I recently purchased an ASUS Zenbook, one of a handful of first-generation Ultrabooks currently in the market and the one, I think, that most closely resembles Apple’s MacBook Air. And while I’m very … Continue reading →

Top 10 Downloads That Enhance Windows’ Built-In Tools

Windows has a ton of great utilities, and while we can’t live without some of them, there’s a special place in our heart for programs that merely improve Windows, rather than adding new software. Here are our top 10 apps … Continue reading →

First Glimpses of Office 15 Are Minus the Ribbon

As part of a carefully timed preview of the forthcoming Windows on ARM (WOA) operating system, which borrows the new “Metro-style” usage model from Windows 8, Microsoft released a video showing WOA running what were described as technical previews of … Continue reading →

Fabled Google Drive Won’t Be Another Dropbox

The Wall Street Journal has revived rumors about Google launching a cloud storage service called Drive. The comparison everybody wants to make is to Dropbox. The thinking is that Google will challenge everyone’s favorite start-up by releasing a native desktop … Continue reading →

The Best Virtual Assistant for Android

There are a number of apps for Android that all advertise that they can be your personal assistant. None of them are perfect, and all of them have their quirks, issues, and especially their limitations. Even so, we think that … Continue reading →

The lessons of Virgin Media’s flexible working initiative — Online Collaboration

This morning UK digital communication provider Virgin Media announced it’s rolling out a clutch of Cisco social and remote business tools to 5,000 employees following a successful pilot of the tools, including WebEx, Quad and Unified Communications. That’s good news … Continue reading →

Why I’ll Never Trust a Human With My Data Again

On Valentine’s Day, I may have an unexpected present: My websites might all go dark, and a decade’s worth of data may vanish. My host’s domain registration is set to expire tomorrow, and the man behind it has disappeared. via … Continue reading →

Acer rolls out Android 4.0 for the Iconia Tab A200 – Liliputing

The Acer Iconia Tab A200 is a rather run-of-the-mill 10 inch Android tablet with a 1280 x 800 pixel display and a 1 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual core processors. But it’s also now one of the first tablets on … Continue reading →

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2: 7 inch tablet with Android 4.0 – Liliputing

Samsung is adding yet another new tablet — this one with a 7 inch display and Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software. You can add the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 to the company’s long list of Android tablets, including … Continue reading →

Apple Selling Low-Cost 13-inch MacBook Air | Eee PC

For those still not over the loss of the 13-inch white MacBook as a low cost, full-sized  educational, Apple has started offering a new SKU of the 13-inch MacBook Air. via Apple Selling Low-Cost 13-inch MacBook Air | Eee PC.

Review – Viewsonic Viewpad 10e

Last week we had the initial impressions post about the Viewpad 10e, via Review – Viewsonic Viewpad 10e.

Ultrabook price unlikely to achieve sweet spot until 2013

Despite that notebook vendors all understand that price is the key to significantly drive demand for ultrabooks, especially when approaching to the sweet spot at about US$599-699, considering their profitability, the vendors believe ultrabook ASPs are unlikely reach the sweet … Continue reading →

Acer Iconia Tab A200 Android 4.0 update rolling out now | The Verge

Owners of Acer’s Iconia Tab A200 tablet are going to have a good Sunday: users are reporting that the device received an update to Android 4.0 today. via Acer Iconia Tab A200 Android 4.0 update rolling out now | The … Continue reading →

Maxroam Launches An MVNO With Vodafone In The UK

While startups across the world are doing their best to disrupt mobile networks with clever voice call apps, like Viber, there remains the basic issues of actual voice and data access which still requires some chipping away at. It’s a … Continue reading →

Microsoft May Integrate Skype with Lync | ITProPortal.com

Microsoft’s tactical strategy to link Skype and Lync together vividly implies that the company wants to widen the Office platform. via Microsoft May Integrate Skype with Lync | ITProPortal.com.

Samsung NP300U1A-A01US 11″ Laptop Now Available at Amazon | Eee PC

Another type of ultra portable laptop from Samsung is now available at Amazon. It is called the Samsung NP300U1A-A01US. via Samsung NP300U1A-A01US 11″ Laptop Now Available at Amazon | Eee PC.

How to Root Your Sony Tablet S? | Eee PC

The Sony Tablet S is one of the first gadgets to feature certification for Sony’s PlayStation app for Android. With this, users are allowed to run some of the older versions of PlayStation games on it. via How to Root … Continue reading →

ZTE Tania slashed to £199 at Clove UK

I recently wrote an article about ZTE announces more Windows Phones with the intention of ZTE entering into ‘high end’ handsets along with their budget model, the ZTE Tania. It seems that before they even started selling the device in … Continue reading →

I Lost 3 Laptops in 4 Months and This Post Is My Penance

I lost my bag on Halloween night. It had two laptops—one of which was a review unit—a bunch of notes, and all the rest of my life in it. It was one of the worst and most helpless things I’ve … Continue reading →

T-Mobile lets you gobble data as fast as you can | News | TechRadar

A spokesperson for T-Mobile has confirmed the company does not cap data download speeds on its new Full Monty tariff, or any of its other data plans. via T-Mobile lets you gobble data as fast as you can | News … Continue reading →

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Analyst: no 7in tablet at iPad 3 launch • reghardware

Apple is going to release a 7in iPad – but not next month when it unwraps the iPad 3. So says analyst Ezra Gottheil of Technology Business Research, a market watcher. Speaking to Computerworld, he said he believes that Apple … Continue reading →

The Full Monty – T-Mobile Statement

If you’ve followed our continued coverage of the T-Mobile supposed “cap” you’ll hopefully know the story by now. Basically, several customers were told that there was a 1Mb/s cap, then we were told that there wasn’t, but people continued to … Continue reading →

MacBook Air with Windows 7 review: the ultrabook to rule them all? | The Verge

Let’s be honest: The ultrabook phenomenon is by and large Intel’s and the rest of the PC industry’s reaction to Apple’s MacBook Air. Just take a look at a lot of the designs and the features: the influence (and in … Continue reading →

The Full Monty Plan – Now giving full speed ?

Morning! So, remember the “Full Monty” story ? We added an item showing feedback from the T-Mobile Support guys which showed a cap of 1Mb/s. Shortly after we received a correction from T-Mobile to say that this wasn’t quite right, … Continue reading →

HTC Sensation XL thoughts – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion

I have been somewhat critical of HTC of late for what I perceived to be poor build quality, lack of innovation and a general sense of laziness in the build of their new devices. This has been backed up by … Continue reading →

The average person looks at their phone 150 times a day – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion

Is that all? via The average person looks at their phone 150 times a day – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion.

More Juice Please: All Lightweight Laptops Should Last 10+ Hours

In the rush to hook know-nothing consumers mindlessly scannning the shelves at retail, looking for shiny objects, too many notebook makers have forgotten the true meaning of “ultraportable” as they manufacturer systems that get little more than half a day’s … Continue reading →

ASUS outs ultrathin Zenbook Intel Core i5-2467M dual-core inside (impressions hands-on!) | Eee PC

It’s for sure not very Zen, although kudos to us we’ve pried hands-on the 11.6-inch UX21E-DH521 Zenbook to see closely what makes it tick. via ASUS outs ultrathin Zenbook Intel Core i5-2467M dual-core inside (impressions hands-on!) | Eee PC.

1.5 GHz Archos 1 G9 Turbo tablet hits Woot for $280 – Liliputing

The Archos 101 G9 is a 10 inch tablet with Android 3.2 Honeycomb software and a dual core processor. Last year the company introduced a version with a 1 GHz TI OMAP 4 processor, but recently a 1.2 GHz Turbo … Continue reading →

Using a Galaxy Nexus as a Desktop PC | ITProPortal.com

A video has surfaced on YouTube of a Galaxy Nexus owner using his smartphone as his desktop PC, having hooked it up to a display, Bluetooth touchpad and keyboard. via Using a Galaxy Nexus as a Desktop PC | ITProPortal.com.

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O2 sends 3,000 staff home to telecommute for a day — Online Collaboration

Remote work may be a reality for freelancers with no managers eager to look over their shoulders, at plenty of tech firms that are comfortable with remote collaboration tools and edgy, young companies, but it’s still a long way from … Continue reading →

HP Envy 14 Spectre is flashiest laptop of 2012

A new device, the HP Envy 14 Spectre, could lay claim to the title of flashiest laptop of 2012. There’s no doubting this is a mighty fine piece of equipment and some of you may well be won over by … Continue reading →

Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet Getting Android 4.0 Update | Eee PC

Lenovo has just confirmed that they’ll be giving Ice Cream Sandwich update to the ThinkPad tablet soon enough from its original Android 3.2 OS. It should be anywhere within Spring 2012, so in the next couple of weeks, users can … Continue reading →

Google Drive cloud storage incoming? | News | TechRadar

Google is rumoured to be preparing to launch a new cloud storage service called Google Drive. via Google Drive cloud storage incoming? | News | TechRadar.

Apple Looking at Mac OS X iPad, or MacBook Air on ARM? | ITProPortal.com

A year or two back Apple was apparently working on porting the Mac OS X Darwin kernel to the family of chipsets that also powers the iPhone and iPad. Apple’s Platform Technologies Group, which is a division of the CoreOS department, … Continue reading →

Packard Bell to Launch dot s_C Netbook in Europe | Eee PC

According to reports, the Dutch PC manufacturer (a subsidiary of Acer) Packard Bell is in the process of releasing an upgraded dot s netbook, aka dubbed dot s_C, in Europe. This netbook is supposed to be available to customers of … Continue reading →

PC sales down 20% in the UK | Techwatch: Tech News

The UK market for PCs is looking decidedly rocky according to the latest figures from Gartner. via PC sales down 20% in the UK | Techwatch: Tech News.

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Today’s Mobile Worker News Update February 10, 2012 is a post from: Blog of a Long Distance Worker Tech

Google: Targeting Dropbox With Google Drive

Google is getting close to launching Drive, an online storage service that would compete with Dropbox and Microsoft’s SkyDrive. via Google: Targeting Dropbox With Google Drive.

Asus UX21E Zenbook 11.6in Ultrabook • reghardware

Having already reviewed the slightly larger Asus UX31E Zenbook for El Reg, and quite liking it, I whinged that sending me the UX21E model would be a waste of time. It wasn’t, obviously, because you’re reading this. I loved it. … Continue reading →

Stay Connected Overseas: 5 Ways to Save Money

Between hotel costs, airfare, and dining out, overseas travel can get expensive quickly. But nothing can empty your wallet faster than calling home from halfway across the globe. It’s not uncommon for travelers to unknowingly rack up more than $1,000 … Continue reading →

MSI Win U180 Cedar Trail Netbook Up for Sale | Eee PC

Micro-Star International  has completed the preparations for the shipping of the MSI Wind U180 Cedar Trail netbook. This goes with the collection of entry-level mobile personal computers. via MSI Win U180 Cedar Trail Netbook Up for Sale | Eee PC.

Android Toshiba AT200 tablet at Carphone Warehouse

If you’re after an ultrathin Android tablet then you may want to consider the Toshiba AT200 16GB WiFi device, which is being offered at Carphone Warehouse. It not only looks good but also has decent specs and could appeal to … Continue reading →

Do you store files in the cloud? Try BoxCryptor 1.2

Acomba UG has released BoxCryptor 1.2, its free and paid-for encryption tool for those using certain cloud-based backup services. BoxCryptor is designed for those who wish to encrypt their data locally prior to uploading it to services like Dropbox where the encryption is … Continue reading →

Epson & Other Computer Peripheral Manufacturers to Build Cheaper Ultrabooks | Eee PC

Epson, Onkyo, Viewsonic as well as other smaller companies have reportedly contracted Taiwanese laptop makers to build ultrathin notebooks for them, which could help drop the initial prices to $599(456 EUR). via Epson & Other Computer Peripheral Manufacturers to Build … Continue reading →

Don’t Call it a Business Phone. New Devices can be Divided for Work and Play

It’s not quite Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, but it’s pretty close. Software developers and corporations are working on ways to give your smartphone split personalities: one dedicated to work and the other to play. The BYOD, or “bring your … Continue reading →

HP Folio 13 good value for money laptop

Following our earlier reports today on the Toshiba Satellite U840 Ultrabook, now available in Australia, we have another laptop to tempt you with, this time it’s the HP Folio 13 Ultrabook. This looks to be a substantial laptop with very … Continue reading →

HP Envy 14 Spectre now available, makes other ultrabooks look cheap – Liliputing

The HP Envy 14 Spectre is a striking looking notebook, with Corning’s sturdy, scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass not only covering the display, but also the lid. There’s also a glass touchpad and a glass palm rest area for some reason. via … Continue reading →

MoD unfazed by satellite phone encryption crack | Security Threats | ZDNet UK

The Ministry of Defence has said a satellite phone encryption crack by researchers will not affect UK military use of satellite phones. via MoD unfazed by satellite phone encryption crack | Security Threats | ZDNet UK.

Disk Encryption Software TrueCrypt 7.1a Released

I have been using the open source encryption software TrueCrypt for a long time to keep my data secure on connected hard drives. The program has evolved over the years, and can now create encrypted file containers, encrypt full partitions … Continue reading →

Toshiba AT200 Android Tablet Now Available In the U.K.

We’ve seen a slimmed-down Toshiba Android tablet around Christmas and it turned out to be the Toshiba AT200, coming to the U.S. as the Toshiba Excite X10 in mid-Q1 2012. via Toshiba AT200 Android Tablet Now Available In the U.K..

T-Mobile’s Full Monty speed ‘capped at 1Mb/s’ • reghardware

T-Mobile’s unlimited tariff, The Full Monty, has come under scrutiny after reports surfaced that the cellco may have placed a speed limit on the package of just 1Mb/s. via T-Mobile’s Full Monty speed ‘capped at 1Mb/s’ • reghardware.

Researchers successfully weave flexible batteries into fabric | The Verge

Clothing with gadgets sewn into them are nothing new, but researchers at the Polytechnic School of Montreal are taking wearable electronics to a new level — textiles that are made out of batteries. via Researchers successfully weave flexible batteries into … Continue reading →

Chrome browser arrives on Android | Mobile Apps | ZDNet UK

Chrome for Android, which came out on Tuesday, provides bookmark and open tab synchronisation with the desktop version. However, the beta is at the moment only available for devices running the recent Android ‘Ice Cream Sandwich’ 4.0 distribution of Google’s … Continue reading →

Tesco Rolling out Free Wi-Fi at all Extra Stores | ITProPortal.com

Tesco Rolling out Free Wi-Fi at all Extra Stores | ITProPortal.com.

How Many Monitors Is Too Many?

At Gizmodo, many of us are fans of the multi-monitor set-up. It’s not surprising: it lets us simultaneously keep an eye on breaking news, email, our writing and graphics, too. But is there a limit to how useful multiple monitors … Continue reading →

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Just Your Type: The Best Smartphones With Physical Keyboards

In the rush to embrace all things touchscreen, most of today’s top smartphones don’t have physical keyboards. For many users, however, touchscreen keyboards — even those with strong haptic feedback — just don’t offer the speed, accuracy, and springy tactile … Continue reading →

Ten Tips to Extend Your Mac’s Laptop Battery Life

Mac OS X Lion was designed to save time with its Mission Control view, iOS-like Launchpad and ability to run several apps at full screen. Apple put a lot of thought into how the hardware and software work together to … Continue reading →

OneNote Mobile for Android – SuperSite Blog Blog

Microsoft announced today that it has delivered the first version of OneNote for Android handsets today. This release follows similar OneNote mobile versions for Windows Phone, iPhone and iPad via OneNote Mobile for Android – SuperSite Blog Blog.

Only 7% Use In-Flight Wi-Fi – Price Remains Too High for Many | DSLReports.com, ISP Information

The latest numbers from Instat suggest that just 7% of potential customers use in-flight Wi-Fi. via Only 7% Use In-Flight Wi-Fi – Price Remains Too High for Many | DSLReports.com, ISP Information.

11 Ways to Increase Your Windows 7 Laptop’s Battery Life

Watching the life drain from your laptop when you’re on the move is stressful. Sure, there are extended and slice batteries for a variety of machines, and portable laptop battery packs are available from companies such as Duracell and Lind … Continue reading →

Lock Down Your Log-in: 6 Password Managers to Protect Your Accounts

For those of you with a different password for every account, these six downloads can be your digital safe. Each program remembers all of your log-ins so you don’t have to and some include data protection for good measure. Want … Continue reading →

Now Available: HP Slate 2 – SuperSite Blog Blog

The original HP Slate was highly touted at CES a few years back but the device itself got off to the quietest launch I can remember and never really amounted to much. But now HP is back with the HP … Continue reading →

Chrome for Android beta launches with place shifting, faster rendering, and card view | The Verge

Chrome for Android — the long-rumored, oft-requested grand unification of Google’s mobile and desktop browsing technologies — has just been announced today, and it’s being made available immediately as a beta release for phones and tablets running Ice Cream Sandwich. … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 review (global edition) — Engadget

Within an 11-day period last fall, Engadget published reviews of two different Samsung Galaxy tablets. At the time, we felt the company was turning into a caricature of itself, with slates in every conceivable size, including 10.1, 8.9 and 7 … Continue reading →

O2 quietly cans gratis Cloud Wi-Fi connectivity • reghardware

O2 has quietly dropped The Cloud from the list of Wi-Fi hotspot aggregators it grants its mobile customers free access to. via O2 quietly cans gratis Cloud Wi-Fi connectivity • reghardware.

The Consumerization of IT Is Not a Victimless Crime

To date, the consumerization of IT has been widely considered a work-centric movement, a way in which personal technologies have intruded into the workplace. And although that’s true enough, I think this trend has equally dramatic ramifications and repercussions for … Continue reading →

ViewSonic V350 dual Sim Android smartphone • reghardware

Review Every now and again, a brand new product comes along that seems to hark back to days of yore, to a time when things were different. One of those things would be the steam-powered PC, another is the ViewSonic … Continue reading →

Lenovo To Update ThinkPad Tablet To Ice Cream Sandwich In May

Lenovo will be starting the ThinkPad tablet update process — to the latest Android 4.x Ice Cream Sandwich platform — in May, according to recent reports. This goes well with rumors we’ve previously heard of regarding the tablet, Ice Cream … Continue reading →

First-Time Smartphone Buyers Prefer Android Over iOS

We recently heard that Apple once again got to the top of the list in terms of market share and user preference and now a recent NPD Group research confirms that the iPhone-maker surpassed Samsung and LG to become the … Continue reading →

World’s thinnest 10.1-inch tab coming to UK | News | TechRadar

Toshiba has announced its super-slim 10.1-inch AT200 tablet will be hitting selves in the UK from the middle of February. via World’s thinnest 10.1-inch tab coming to UK | News | TechRadar.

BT now offers 3.5 million Wi-Fi hotspots | ZDNet UK

BT has announced that it now has 3.5 million Wi-Fi hotspots in the UK and Ireland, and that these are now accessible to RIM BlackBerry users via a new BT FON app for BTs broadband customers. Most of these Wi-Fi … Continue reading →

Toshiba AT200 tablet on sale in UK | Techwatch: Tech News

Toshiba has announced that its AT200 tablet is now on sale in the UK with an initial exclusive with Carphone Warehouse. via Toshiba AT200 tablet on sale in UK | Techwatch: Tech News.

Hey Samsung, Here’s A Reminder From Steve Jobs On Why People Hate Styluses

Here’s the latest in Samsung’s ads ripping Apple customers who line up for the iPhone. Somehow we’re supposed to believe that people who love the iPhone would jump out of line for an oversized phone with a stylus. Or, maybe … Continue reading →

Netbook Navigator Windows 7 Tablet with Dual Core Atom N570 | Eee PC

With Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS dominating the tablet market, Microsoft tries to create an impact with its Windows 7 platform, while Windows 8 is also making a stir. Windows tablet PC maker Netbook Navigator has launched a new model with a … Continue reading →

Toshiba Unveils First 14-Inch Ultrabook | Eee PC

Toshiba has just unveiled its first 14-inch Ultrabook computer, the Satellite U840. This comes as the successor of the popular Portege Z830, which was released in the second part of last year. via Toshiba Unveils First 14-Inch Ultrabook | Eee … Continue reading →

Nokia Champagne: A Tablet or a Netbook? | Eee PC

A photo of an interesting new device called the Nokia Champagne has been circulating around the web. This then causes a lot of speculation with the  main question being asked of: what is it? via Nokia Champagne: A Tablet or a … Continue reading →

ASUS Unleashes its Ultra Slim U47 Laptop | Eee PC

Asus has come up with a new ultraportable laptop that measures only an inch (25.1 mm) in thickness and weighs 2.9 lbs. (1.32 kg). This Ultrabook, called the U47, however, appears less sleek than models like the Asus UX31 but … Continue reading →

AMD aims Ultrabooks, demonstrates 18mm Trinity notebook | Eee PC

AMD is set to unleash super-thin laptop which means real competition on Intel-based Ultrabooks, with purportedly to have enormous battery life and superior graphics performance. The 18mm-thin reference machine, which AMD demonstrated at its current financial forecast day, was manufactured … Continue reading →

Vendors dropping ultrabook prices in preparation of second-generation models

As ultrabooks from brand vendors such as Acer, Lenovo and Hewlett-Packard (HP) are all recently seeing price drops in the North America, sources from retail channel believe that the PC vendors are dropping their ultrabook prices to promote upcoming new … Continue reading →

HTC Flyer Tablet Goes Android 4.0 | Eee PC

HTC flyer currently possessing Android 3.2 honeycomb and 1.5 GHz processor  is known for its decent specifications, fast web browsing and seamless multitasking. via HTC Flyer Tablet Goes Android 4.0 | Eee PC.

HP Plans to Focus on its Tablet Security | Eee PC

HP wants to focus their future marketing strategy on security. The company believes that it would help them gain more consumers if they stress their campaign on a certain quality that their products posses. via HP Plans to Focus on … Continue reading →

Max out Your Droid Maxx: How to Get 10+ Hours of Battery on 4G

The Droid RAZR Maxx from Motorola is already the longest-lasting 4G smartphone currently on the market by a wide margin, enduring 8 hours and 25 minutes on the LAPTOP Battery Test (continous surfing over 4G at 40 percent brightness). via … Continue reading →

Top 10 iOS Battery Savers

Upgrading to iOS 5 delivered a lot of powerful new capabilities to the iPhone and iPad, from Notification Center to iCloud. But these features can take a toll on battery life. There are plenty of other power-hogging settings and activities … Continue reading →

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Today’s Mobile Worker News Update February 8, 2012 is a post from: Blog of a Long Distance Worker Tech

Toshiba Thrive 7 inch Android tablet review – Liliputing

Android tablets with 7 inch displays seem to be a dime-a-dozen these days… or at least available for around $199. But there are a few things that Toshiba’s $380 Thrive 7 tablet offers that you won’t find from low-cost tablets … Continue reading →

Intel SSD 520 Series Review | Ubergizmo

Intel has just announced its Intel SSD 520 Series based on a 25nm manufacturing process, and this new series targets the high-end enthusiast market. via Intel SSD 520 Series Review | Ubergizmo.

Samsung Galaxy S3 to be 7mm thin, rolling out in May 2012? | Ubergizmo

Just earlier this morning, we talked about Eldar’s speculation surrounding the Samsung Galaxy S3, which will not be making its debut at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona later this month, but it seems that he might be off base by … Continue reading →

iPad-Like MacBook Air Seems Unlikely | Eee PC

There had been rumors that Apple would be releasing a MacBook Air with internal parts similar to the iPad. Specifically, the rumors claimed that a future MacBook Air would have an ARM-based processor. However, it appears now that this is … Continue reading →

Notebook Shipments Anticipated to Grow in the 2nd Half of 2012 | Eee PC

A significant rise in notebook shipments is expected during the second half of 2012. The proportion, when the two halves are compared is expected to be 40-45% to 55-60%. via Notebook Shipments Anticipated to Grow in the 2nd Half of … Continue reading →

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Which is the Best Tablet Form-Factor – Review

In the last year I’ve reviewed and owned a fair number of tablets covering just about every aspect of the market.  These have included the monster 12 inch ASUS EP121 complete with a Core-i5 processor and 4Gb of RAM down … Continue reading →

Top 10 Ways to Travel Smarter, Safer, and Cheaper

A vacation can range anywhere from a dream to a nightmare. While some of that depends on circumstance, there’s plenty you can do to make your travel easier, more efficient, and more fun. Here are our top 10 favorite tips, … Continue reading →

Skype for Windows Can Now Video Chat with Facebook, Adds Group Screen Sharing and Push to Talk

The newest version of Skype lets you initiate IMs and video chat sessions with Facebook users, even if they aren’t running Skype. It also includes group screen sharing, a push to talk feature, and HD video for certain webcams. via … Continue reading →

How to Use Evernote: 22 Ways

Last year, Evernote announced they had passed ten-million registered users. I don’t know how that stacks up against active users, but I suspect the ratio is high. via How to Use Evernote: 22 Ways.

ASUS SeaShell AMD-Based Netbook Arriving in March | Eee PC

Netbook is already losing its fame, while computer usage model either trends towards tablets or thin and light Ultrabooks.  However, ASUS still believes some people might want one, especially if it is the ASUS Eee PC SeaShell 1225B, with AMD … Continue reading →

Best NAS drive: 8 on test | News | TechRadar

NAS (network attached storage) devices certainly aren’t the most glamorous gadgets you can have in your home. A network-connected hard drive might seem like a remnant from a home office – a backup necessity for over-paranoid users and not much … Continue reading →

Smartphone security: what you need to know | News | TechRadar

Late last year, alarming reports surfaced that Ralf-Philipp Weinmann, a researcher at the Luxembourg University Laboratory of Cryptology and Security, had discovered a way to completely compromise unprotected smartphones. via Smartphone security: what you need to know | News | … Continue reading →

Fujitsu introduces 7 inch Android tablet for enterprise – Liliputing

Fujitsu is launching a new 7 inch tablet in Japan. Its called the Stylistic M350/CA2, and as the awkward name would suggest, this tablet is aimed at enterprise customers rather than the general public. via Fujitsu introduces 7 inch Android … Continue reading →

Sony Introduces VAIO YB VPCYB49KJ 11.6-Inch Notebook | Eee PC

Sony has officially launched its latest 11.6-inch notebook in its line-up, the VAIO YB VPCYB49KJ. This notebook is built on AMD A50M FCH chipset, which allows this notebook to handle as many tasks that any average person would do. via … Continue reading →

Top 10 Battery Saving Tips for Android

The average smartphone run by the little green robot lasts for 5 hours and 38 minutes on a charge, but the average Android tablet stays juiced up for 6 hours 38 minutes. via Top 10 Battery Saving Tips for Android.

What if You Didn’t Have to Think About Battery Life? (Video)

The Motorola Droid RAZR Maxx has a huge 3300mAh battery which provides almost two days of juice under a heavy use case scenario. via What if You Didn’t Have to Think About Battery Life? (Video).

58% Brits Say Laptops will be Dead Soon | ITProPortal.com

A recent survey conducted in the UK claims that laptops will be totally out of fashion in the years to come. The inherent law in the vineyard of technology is that, one becomes obsolete and the other comes to enjoy … Continue reading →

ASUS TF300T | 3rd Generation Transformer – Netbook Reviews

It looks like the next generation Asus Transformer has just leaked. A Taiwanese websites, NCCC, have a number of very convincing photos of a model named the “TF300T”, bearing the Asus logo and distinctive design. via ASUS TF300T | 3rd … Continue reading →

Anonymous hackers leak Scotland Yard-FBI conference call • The Register

Members of Anonymous have released an intercept of a conference call between investigators at the FBI and Scotland Yard during which operations against hacktivist group were discussed. via Anonymous hackers leak Scotland Yard-FBI conference call • The Register.

So much for iPhone catching Android

Just weeks ago the Apple Fanclub of bloggers and journalists giddily posted about how iPhone had reversed Androids’ gains. But new data from comScore shows that, in the United States at least, Android is doing just fine, despite iPhone’s remarkable … Continue reading →

Tablets are no longer just idiot toys | News | TechRadar

From time to time even jaded tech hacks get a “wow!” moment. I had one last night when I saw that Avid had launched an iPad app. via Tablets are no longer just idiot toys | News | TechRadar.

Asus Transformer Prime sequel leaked | News | TechRadar

Asus seems to be about to launch another tablet in its Eee Pad Transformer range after images of a new model leaked onto the web. via Asus Transformer Prime sequel leaked | News | TechRadar.

Apple FileVault cracked in under an hour by forensics biz • The Register

Apple’s FileVault disk encryption can be circumvented in less than an hour, according to a computer forensics firm. via Apple FileVault cracked in under an hour by forensics biz • The Register.

Pre Order Galaxy Note At Orange

On visiting Orange in Bristol today they have the Samsung Galaxy Note available to preorder and priced free from £46 a month on contract via Pre Order Galaxy Note At Orange.

Skype 5.8 for Windows brings Full HD calling and deeper Facebook integration | The Verge

Skype released version 5.8 of its Windows client today, which takes a number of features out of beta. Included in the update is support for Full HD video calling (previously calls were limited to 720p), video calls to Facebook users … Continue reading →

Skype – Skype Garage blog – Skype 5.8 for Windows: Full HD video-calling, Facebook integration, Group Screen Sharing

We have just released an update to Skype for Windows (version 5.8). Please download this latest version now and let us know what you think about it by commenting on our Support Network or by filing issues on our public … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy S Advance snapped in the wild, pricing in tow — Engadget

Sure, we’ve read the specs and we’ve seen the press shots, but we didn’t expect to get up close and personal with Samsung’s Galaxy S Advance (GT-I9070) until Mobile World Congress later this month. via Samsung Galaxy S Advance snapped … Continue reading →

Huawei MediaPad Reaches AT&T | Eee PC

Huawei is about to take its seven-inch MediaPad tablet on AT&T’s network. Unfortunately, its offer is only limited to enterprise users, so a business account is required in order to avail this device. Pricing is not being revealed either since … Continue reading →

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CheapAir Lists Flights with Wi-Fi, Personal TV, and Other Luxury Perks

Flying these days is an uncomfortable, difficult process, but if you’re lucky enough to snag a flight with on-board Wi-Fi, or individual monitors in the back of every seat so you can watch TV or listen to music while you’re … Continue reading →

Hands on with Remarks, a remarkable iPad PDF annotation app — Apple News, Tips and Reviews

App developer Readdle has been very busy lately. A big update arrived recently for its PDF Expert software, and now the company is also launching a brand new note-taking and PDF annotation iPad app called Remarks. Here’s a hands on … Continue reading →

Get Up to 4.5GB of Extra Space on Dropbox for Uploading Photos and Videos

Get Up to 4.5GB of Extra Space on Dropbox for Uploading Photos and Videos via Get Up to 4.5GB of Extra Space on Dropbox for Uploading Photos and Videos.

Viewsonic Viewpad 7e going cheap at Misco

Misco to get one quick. But remember this doesn’t have the Google apps. via Viewsonic Viewpad 7e going cheap at Misco.

Wind U180: MSI renews interest into the fading pint-sized notebooks | Eee PC

It would be bold to think that netbooks would survive? Of course, the growing trend and plummeting prices of tablet PCs and then the launch of Intel’s Ultrabook bandwagon, nothing more would have discontinued the netbook form factor. Well, not … Continue reading →

Acer to Merge Netbook & Ultrabook Category | Eee PC

At an opening ceremony during the commemoration of the lunar new year. Acer’s Chairman JT Wang had announced its new years resolutions. This year, Acer will no longer be defending its position in the market. However, he warned that they … Continue reading →

Samsung Prepares Series 5 ULTRA Ultrabooks | Eee PC

Samsung may not yet be shipping the Series 5 ULTRA mobile computers. However, the company is still preparing the products, it decided to go ahead and introduced the pair. via Samsung Prepares Series 5 ULTRA Ultrabooks | Eee PC.

Sony to Gear VAIO Z VPCZ239FJ / B Notebook | Eee PC

This February, Sony is expected to release a new notebook to expand its VAIO Z series. This particular model is called the Sony VAIO Z VPCZ239FJ / B. via Sony to Gear VAIO Z VPCZ239FJ / B Notebook | Eee … Continue reading →

Skype 5.8 for Windows released — get it now!

Less than three months ago, a beta version of Skype was unveiled that boasted a number of new features. The latest update to the popular VoIP tool sees the software jumping straight to version 5.8, finalizing some of the features found in … Continue reading →

Kingston Wi-Drive Review | Gear Diary

There are some smartphone accessories that make you go “huh? Who would buy this?” And then sometimes there are ideas so smart you think, “Wow! Why didn’t anyone do this sooner?” Finally, there’s the “GREAT idea, poor execution” accessory. The … Continue reading →

Google Says Gmail has 350 Million Active Users | ITProPortal.com

It seems like Google is just on the verge of creating yet another milestone as its popular email service Gmail is closing in on the arch rival Microsoft’s Hotmail. The web search giant claims that Gmail currently enjoy a massive … Continue reading →

The Full Monty – T-Mobile reveal all! | The UK Mobile Phone Blog

No we’re not blogging about the hit film of six unemployed Sheffield steel workers. The Full Monty is T-Mobiles latest tariff table which exposes you to everything; unlimited calls, texts AND data, starting at £36 per month. via The Full … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy S Advance up for pre-order in the UK | Ubergizmo

The Galaxy S Advance was announced a few days ago, and it looks like the phone might be going on sale soon via Samsung Galaxy S Advance up for pre-order in the UK | Ubergizmo.

CEO: ARM-Based Windows 8 Devices Will Be Superior

In a conference call with investors this week, ARM CEO Warren East said that ARM-based tablets and other devices based on Windows 8 were superior both to Android tablets and to Windows 8 devices that will run on Intel-type platforms. … Continue reading →

WiFi vulnerabilities found in select HTC Android phones, fix coming soon | Ubergizmo

If you happen to own certain smartphones from HTC that run on the Android operating system, then you might want to take note that some of them are open to a WiFi vulnerability. via WiFi vulnerabilities found in select HTC … Continue reading →

Verisign ‘Hacked Repeatedly’ Says SEC Filings – Execs Claim They Weren’t Informed Until Late 2011 | DSLReports.com, ISP Information

According to SEC filings, Verisign was hacked repeatedly throughout 2010, losing “undisclosed information” throughout. via Verisign ‘Hacked Repeatedly’ Says SEC Filings – Execs Claim They Weren’t Informed Until Late 2011 | DSLReports.com, ISP Information.

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Key Internet operator VeriSign hit by hackers | Reuters

Reuters – VeriSign Inc, the company in charge of delivering people safely to more than half the worlds websites, has been hacked repeatedly by outsiders who stole undisclosed information from the leading Internet infrastructure company. via Key Internet operator VeriSign … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 16Gb Wifi review

Here is a quick question for you how do you make of the most successful Android Tabs in the sub ten-inch category even better? via Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 16Gb Wifi review.

Acer to Launch a $699 Ultrabook This Year? | Eee PC

Ultrabooks are thin, and light, and powerful  mobile computers designed to offer portability and performance. Many ultrabooks with 13.3 inch displays weigh about as much as a 10 inch netbook, but offer full-sized keyboards and displays and far more processing … Continue reading →

Google Docs for Android gains offline access and tablet enhancements | The Verge

Google Docs might be a great solution if you’ve got an internet connection handy, but if one isn’t handy, your remote document won’t be of much use. via Google Docs for Android gains offline access and tablet enhancements | The … Continue reading →

Google Docs for Android can now store docs for offline access – Liliputing

Google has rolled out an updated version of Google Docs for Android. via Google Docs for Android can now store docs for offline access – Liliputing.

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Samsung banking on tablets for MWC 2012 | News | TechRadar

Samsung is readying two tablet devices to headline its press conference MWC 2012 after the South Korean firm announced the Galaxy S3 smartphone would not be in Barcelona. via Samsung banking on tablets for MWC 2012 | News | TechRadar.

Three launch Web Cube

Three have announced a home broadband product, based on mobile broadband delivery. via Three launch Web Cube.

HTC Flyer down in price

We’ve just been sent this shot of the HTC Flyer sitting on the eXpansys website for a mere £234.99. This is the 16GB version and has a 7″ screen, 1.5GHz CPU, Wifi, 1GB of RAM and, with that aluminium unibody, … Continue reading →

ASA UK Bans BT TV Ad for Misleading Most Reliable Wireless Connection Claim − ISPreview UK News

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today upheld two primary complaints by multiple members of the public against a TV advert for BT Retail’s broadband packages, which were judged to be “misleading” because its claim that the ISPs Wi-Fi … Continue reading →

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The first BlackBerry 10 phone – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion

CrackBerry has managed to nab an image of what is supposed to be one of the first BlackBerry 10 phones. Looks familiar, but also looks good. via The first BlackBerry 10 phone – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion.

ASUS Releases ZENBOOK UX31E-RY256S 13.3″ Notebook | Eee PC

Asus has a new notebook to entice its users. It is called the Zenbook UX31E-RY256S and it will be available in Japan come spring this year. via ASUS Releases ZENBOOK UX31E-RY256S 13.3″ Notebook | Eee PC.

Intel Celeron B815 CPU for Inexpensive Laptops Released | Eee PC

Intel has launched a low-priced new Celeron B815 dual-core processor targeted at cheaper laptops and mobile devices. via Intel Celeron B815 CPU for Inexpensive Laptops Released | Eee PC.

LG’s triple SIM A290: the phone every Russian Casanova needs – Engadget

Dual-SIM phones are perfect for when the carriers are desperate for your business, keeping your work life separate, or to mask your philandering — but what if two isn’t enough? LG (stands for Lucky Goldstar, now you know) is producing … Continue reading →

More HP Mini netbooks with Cedar Trail chips on the way – Liliputing

HP recently introduced a new business netbook with an Atom N2600 Cedar Trail processors. Now it looks like the company is getting ready to upgrade its consumer netbooks with Cedar Trail chips as well. via More HP Mini netbooks with … Continue reading →

What Technology Will We Expect with Next Year’s PCs and How Will it Affect Prices?

Smartphones and tablets have a lot to answer for, at least when it comes to making technology affordable for the public.  Since the launch of the first iPhone it’s become not only accepted that sensors and other devices such as GPS, … Continue reading →

SanDisk 16GB Micro SD going cheap

Last week I spent £10 on two pints of lager in a London hotel. via SanDisk 16GB Micro SD going cheap.

Amazon UK selling the Samsung Galaxy Nexus at £449.41

Amazon have dropped the price of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus to £449.41. If you want to buy it new through a re-seller you can get it for £429.99 (a new seller with no rating). via Amazon UK selling the Samsung … Continue reading →

AirDroid • reghardware

If you’ve ever wanted to manage your Android phone from your computer’s desktop then AirDroid is the answer to your prayers. via AirDroid • reghardware.

Asus to launch Padfone at Mobile World Congress | ZDNet UK

Asus is planning to launch its Padfone hybrid computer — which can combine a mobile phone, a tablet and a notebook — at the Mobile World Congress on 27 February. Asus co-founder Jonney Shih first showed the innovative device at … Continue reading →

Motorola Enterprise Tablet Goes On Sale For £830 | ITProPortal.com

While Apple’s iPad 2 is slowly making its way into the enterprise market, the first Motorola tablet aimed at this category, the ET1 Enterprise tablet, has gone on preorder at Expansys for a whopping £830, more than twice the price … Continue reading →

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The Full Monty from T-Mobile – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion

T-Mobile UK is now offering ‘unlimited’ plans, and they genuinely are unlimited this time. via The Full Monty from T-Mobile – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion.

Why Android is Broken

By most accounts, Google’s Android OS continues to demonstrate awesome momentum. One research firm predicts that Android device sales will surpass PC sales next year, and Google’s Andy Rubin recently boasted that 700,000 Android devices are activated daily—and that doesn’t include … Continue reading →

London named as worst UK city for 3G broadband speeds | ITProPortal.com

A new survey claims that London has the slowest average 3G speed in comparison to the other nine largest cities in the UK. via London named as worst UK city for 3G broadband speeds | ITProPortal.com.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 WiFi Review

Samsung wants to make an Android tablet for everyone, which is why they have four screen sizes: 7.0″, 7.7″, 8.9″, and 10.1″. For many, their 7.0″ and 7.7″ tablets provide an excellent level of portability while also giving you plenty … Continue reading →

Average Windows Laptop Costs $456, Down 14 Percent in 24 Months

The last two years have seen a slow but steady decline in the price for PC notebooks, with the average cost dropping from $530  in January 2010 to $456 in December 2011, according to U.S. sales numbers compiled by Market … Continue reading →

LastPass Update Imports and Exports Your Wi-Fi Passwords

The latest update to our favorite password-storing and syncing tool LastPass allows you to import and export your Wi-Fi passwords and store them as a secure note in the software. Normally your Wi-Fi passwords are only stored on your computer, … Continue reading →

The netbook lives!

Sales may be down, but don’t write off the netbook yet. It’s still a viable form factor for Windows PCs. Netbooks have a few key advantages going for them, and computer manufacturers should just stop and take a moment to … Continue reading →

Windows XP has 800 days left on the clock | Ubergizmo

Windows XP is one of the most loved editions of the Windows operating system to date, being extremely stable, and even granted a warrant to have its downgrade rights extended all the way to 2020. In fact, Windows XP’s successor, … Continue reading →

Samsung 11.6in ‘retina display’ tablet spied • reghardware

Are ten-inch tablets too small for you? Rumour has it Samsung will introduce an 11.6in Galaxy Tab during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) show next month. via Samsung 11.6in ‘retina display’ tablet spied • reghardware.

Samsung Galaxy S Advance gets official: 1GHz dual-core CPU, Super AMOLED and Gingerbread — Engadget

Samsung added a new star to its Galaxy universe today, with the release of the Galaxy Advance S. via Samsung Galaxy S Advance gets official: 1GHz dual-core CPU, Super AMOLED and Gingerbread — Engadget.

Several Ultrabooks to Carry Next-Gen NVIDIA Kepler Graphics | Eee PC

Several new Ultrabooks that do not bear Intel graphics will soon be available in the market. This distinction is important because by definition, an Ultrabook is a thin and lightweight laptop that runs on an Intel central processing unit. The … Continue reading →

Dell XPS 13 Impresses Crowd in San Francisco Event | Eee PC

The XPS 13 is Dell’s first Ultrabook, and the company is celebrating the release of this small wonder with a kick off event in San Francisco. via Dell XPS 13 Impresses Crowd in San Francisco Event | Eee PC.

Android 4.0 Galaxy Tab May Come in February | Eee PC

Samsung may not be announcing the Galaxy S III within the next few months. However, the company is rumored to announced the new Galaxy Tab that’s powered by a dual-core 2 GHz Exynos 5250 processor as well as Google’s Android … Continue reading →

Motorola Milestone 2 going cheap at Expansys

Expansys are doing one of their famous price drops on the Motorola Milestone 2. If you want a qwerty keyboard device and you don’t fancy the Desire Z then this would be ideal. £199.99 is a great price if you … Continue reading →

T-Mobile UK launches ‘Full Monty’ unlimited calls, texts, data plan | The Verge

T-Mobile unveiled “The Full Monty” pay monthly plan today, which includes unlimited calls, texts and data, priced at £41 per month for two years. The plan is available on all phones in the T-Mobile range and features no fair use … Continue reading →

Verizon shared data plans show up in employee training materials, still on track? — Engadget

Verizon said it was working on a shared data solution for 2012, and according to an anonymous tipster, the new packages could be rolling out soon. via Verizon shared data plans show up in employee training materials, still on track? … Continue reading →

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SIM and Micro SIM Tips for Switching Between Phones

SIM and Micro SIM Tips for Switching Between Phones.

Samsung’s next-gen Galaxy Tab headed to MWC with 2GHz processor, 2560 x 1600 screen? | The Verge

Now that Samsung sells slates in nearly every screen size imaginable — 4.65, 5.3, 7.0, 7.7, 8.9 and 10.1-inches across — what’s the next frontier? A rumor at Android and Me (perhaps corroborating an earlier rumor at BGR) claims that … Continue reading →

Motorola Ships Out Wi-Fi-only Xyboard Tablets | Eee PC

Motorola has e-mail its customers that it the 10.1- and 8.2-inch versions of its Xoom tablet sequel, the Xyboard, is already on shipping. The company has also made the tablets available for purchase from its webstore in two storage sizes. … Continue reading →

Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX Battery Life

At the Consumer Electronics Show, Motorola showed us the Droid RAZR MAXX, a new Android phone with a tremendously long lasting battery. via Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX Battery Life.

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Today’s Mobile Worker News Update January 30, 2012 is a post from: Blog of a Long Distance Worker Tech

ZTE Light Tab 2 Android 2.3 tablet headed to the UK | Ubergizmo

Shopping around for more ZTE tablets? Well we know that the ZTE Optik will be headed for Sprint, and the ZTE V66 expected to arrive on Verizon, but it seems that ZTE has more tablets up their sleeves with the … Continue reading →

Acer Iconia Tab A700 Price and Specs Leaked | Eee PC

The Acer Iconia Tab A700 will be out very soon. Some of its specs were already out, but the pricing still remains unknown. via Acer Iconia Tab A700 Price and Specs Leaked | Eee PC.

Budget-friendly Lenovo ThinkPad X130e now available | Ubergizmo

For those in the market for an affordable netbook/notebook, you might have recalled Lenovo’s ThinkPad X130e which was being targeted at students. Unfortunately due to its high demand, the ThinkPad X130e saw a delay to February, but it would appear … Continue reading →

T-Mobile “Full Monty” Plan to arrive on February 1st

A new plan, called “The Full Monty”, is set to arrive on T-Mobile. For just £36 p/m this is said to include “truly unlimited data” along with 2000 any-network, any-time minutes. via T-Mobile “Full Monty” Plan to arrive on February … Continue reading →

When Antivirus Firms Can’t Tell They’ve Been Hacked, We’re All Doomed

Symantec has been scrabbling around trying address a security breach from 2006 that came to light recently. But the fact that the company wasn’t sure its was hacked in the first place doesn’t exactly inspire confidence. via When Antivirus Firms … Continue reading →

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Analyst: Kindle Fire, Nook Tablet Have 40% of Android Tablet Sales

Strategy Analytics raised a lot of eyebrows earlier today with a report that said Android tablets accounted for 39 percent market share in Q4 2011, up from 29 percent a year ago. The iPad’s share dropped from 68.2 percent to … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 unboxing

I have obviously been doing something right in the last few weeks as I have been given a very exciting opportunity. Thanks to Handtec I have got my hands on some of the latest Tech of the year. via Samsung … Continue reading →

ZTE Light Tab 2 Tablet Goes On Preorder For £235 | ITProPortal.com

ZTE’s new Light Tab 2, otherwise known as the V9A, has gone on preorder at Clove for a mere £235 with the first stocks expected to reach the retailer late February, possibly during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. via ZTE … Continue reading →

Asus 1225B Flare gets tested (video)

You might remember the 1225B, the mini laptop Asus announced a while back, as part of their new line of budget laptops. The Flares, as they’re called, are here to replace Seashell laptops, which were sidelined as the Cedar Trail … Continue reading →

Lenovo VP: Tablet-Laptop Hybrids Could Flatten iPad

Is the tablet really killing the notebook or just becoming one? via Lenovo VP: Tablet-Laptop Hybrids Could Flatten iPad.

What Is Evernote?

If you haven’t been paying attention to Evernote, now’s the time. via What Is Evernote?.

Motorola Lost $285 Million In 2011 Selling Phones | paidContent

Having already warned investors that its fourth quarter was going to be rough, Motorola (NYSE: MMI) didn’t disappoint when the actual numbers arrived Thursday. Smartphone shipments were up slightly but the company continues to lose money on mobile sales while … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 WiFi Software Review (Video)

Previously we showed you how impressed we were with the hardware on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7. In this video, we dive into the software and see how Android 3.2 Honeycomb fairs with the 1.4GHz Exynos CPU. via Samsung Galaxy … Continue reading →

HTC to Stop Making So Many Goddamn Phones

HTC has a problem. It realizes it’s addicted to new phones. And if HTC’s execs make good on recent words, we may no longer be drowning in a torrent of the company’s new models every other week. Effing finally. via … Continue reading →

Toshiba Offers its Dynabook R731/W5UE Notebook | Eee PC

In the face of tough competition from other Japanese manufacturers, Toshiba is soon releasing a new notebook in its native. The new notebook is called the Toshiba Dynabook R731/W5UE. via Toshiba Offers its Dynabook R731/W5UE Notebook | Eee PC.

Pocketbook A7 Android Tablet Launching Soon | Eee PC

Pocketbook is set to launch a second-generation Android tablet to their IQ slate. via Pocketbook A7 Android Tablet Launching Soon | Eee PC.

Archos 35 Smart Home Phone • reghardware

Review The last Android-based home phone that landed on my desk came from iDect – that’s Binatone to the rest of us. Frankly, I was less than impressed by it’s lack of integration with Gmail contacts. Now, Archos is out … Continue reading →

Tablets: Apple’s Lead Narrows Among Widening Field Of Android Makers | paidContent

With the tablet market now overtaking PC sales, all eyes are on which platform will dominate this next generation of computing devices. A report out today from Strategy Analytics said that for Q4 it was Apple (NSDQ: AAPL), the company … Continue reading →

Stream Communications launches super-fast 3G data service | Mobile Industry Review

I met this company at the UKTI MWC event this week and was thoroughly excited by the possibilities of their offering. via Stream Communications launches super-fast 3G data service | Mobile Industry Review.

Android Reaches 39% Tablet OS Market Share (Standing On Amazon’s Shoulders) | TechCrunch

Apple’s iPad reigns supreme from whatever angle you choose to look at the tablet market (profits, apps, quality, market share, mindshare, you name it), but research firm Strategy Analytics this morning said Android did manage to capture a record 39 … Continue reading →

Apple loses ground to Android in tablet biz • reghardware

Apple may have topped the US smartphone chart in Q4 2011, thanks to the iPhone 4S, but it needs a revamped iPad if it’s to reverse the trend in the tablet market. via Apple loses ground to Android in tablet … Continue reading →

Wi-Fi on the Tube on track for 120 stations | ZDNet UK

Transport for London is nearing the end of its tender process for deploying Wi-Fi to a network of underground tube stations. via Wi-Fi on the Tube on track for 120 stations | ZDNet UK.

PowerPad 16 USB station charges your iPad and 15 others — Engadget

So you’ve found the perfect solution for staying juiced up during your month-long African safari, but how are you possibly going to keep all 16 iPads powered until just before it’s time to go? via PowerPad 16 USB station charges … Continue reading →

Outlook Email Notifications for Important Messages

Most email notifiers inform you whenever messages have been received in a connected email account. These programs usually make no distinctions between important messages and unimportant ones, which can be a issue of the account is regularly flooded with spam, … Continue reading →

Smartr by Xobni Is a Powerful Contact Manager for Your iPhone

iOS: Back in September, contact management service Xobni launched its downloadable tool, Smartr, for Android and GMail. At the time, iPhone users have been left out in the cold—until now. Xobni took the wraps off of Smartr for iOS this … Continue reading →

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One in three coworking space owners plan to expand in 2012 — Online Collaboration

When Deskmag presented the results of its second annual coworking survey at the Coworking Europe Conference in November, we brought you the initial findings, promising more details as they were released. Recently, Deskmag published further details. via One in three coworking … Continue reading →

O2 data breach: why we should all be worried | News | TechRadar

The news O2 has been leaking user information all over the internet is cause for concern – and not just for its customers. via O2 data breach: why we should all be worried | News | TechRadar.

Google: Smartphone Users Embracing PCs over Tablets … For Now – SuperSite Blog Blog

According to a study that was sponsored by Google, consumer usage of smartphones and tablets is on the rise, which should be fairly obvious to just about anyone. But the study also notes that increased smartphone and tablet usage has … Continue reading →

Evernote updates Android and Windows clients

Online note capturing and storage service Evernote has updated its Windows client, Evernote for Windows, to version 4.5.3. Despite the minor revision number, Evernote for Windows 4.5.3 packs in a number of new features aimed at those who store PDF files … Continue reading →

Sony Tablet P and Tablet S Gets Android ICS in Q2 2012 | Eee PC

Sony is about to bring Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich to its tablet portfolio this spring. The company representative said at an event in London that ICS would be arriving on both the Sony Tablet S and Tablet P at … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Nexus i9250 has extended capacity battery | Ubergizmo

Smartphones these days tend to suffer when it comes to their battery life, simply because of the abundance of features that they carry. via Samsung Galaxy Nexus i9250 has extended capacity battery | Ubergizmo.

Acer Iconia Tab A510 to hit European retailers this April? — Engadget

Amidst the madness that was CES, Acer quietly snuck its Iconia Tab A510 onto the showroom floor, tucking the tablet into the folds of NVIDIA’s booth. via Acer Iconia Tab A510 to hit European retailers this April? — Engadget.

Why O2 shared your mobile number with the world • The Register

O2 has been sharing customers phone numbers with every website they visited, but O2 isnt the only offender – its just the one that slipped up and got caught. via Why O2 shared your mobile number with the world • … Continue reading →

The real-world road warrior test: 11-inch vs. 13-inch laptops | Crave – CNET

Theres no trial by fire for a laptop that matches a week in Las Vegas covering the annual CES show. via The real-world road warrior test: 11-inch vs. 13-inch laptops | Crave – CNET.

Punters to pick up cheap laptops not Ultrabooks • reghardware

Ultrabooks are still too darn pricey for punters, with the new skinny laptops’ average selling price during Q4 2011 63 per cent higher than that of regular notebooks. via Punters to pick up cheap laptops not Ultrabooks • reghardware.

HP Slate 500 Windows tablet price drops to $500 – Liliputing

The HP Slate 500 is a Windows 7 tablet with an 8.9 inch, 1024 x 600 pixel display and a 1.86 GHz Intel Atom Z540 processor. When the tablet hit the streets in 2010, HP sold it for $799 and … Continue reading →

Lenovo IdeaTab S2: Competitive Tablet in Competitive Market | Gadgetspy

Lenovo got busy this year at the CES 2012 showing of ultrabooks and tablets. With so many tablets crowding the tablet market and various companies having to give up on their tablets or looking like they’re just about ready to … Continue reading →

Asda drops price of HTC Evo 3D to £250 | News | TechRadar

Asda must have stumbled upon a box of unsold phones in its warehouse – that’s the only reason we can think of for the decision to shift the HTC Evo 3D for not much dosh. via Asda drops price of … Continue reading →

O2 accused of sharing customer phone numbers with every visited website | The Verge

British cellphone carrier O2 appears to be sending customers’ cellphone numbers in HTTP header traffic, inserting the info in data sent to websites over O2′s connection. via O2 accused of sharing customer phone numbers with every visited website | The … Continue reading →

ASUS B23E 12.5-Inch Business Notebook – Netbook Reviews

Asus was very busy at this years CES announcing a few new netbooks, and a whole lot of ultrabooks / laptops. But they did hold one back. The Asus B23E is a 12.5-inch notebook which is aimed towards business users. … Continue reading →

Data Storage: From the Floppy Disk to the Cloud

As part of my annual New Year’s resolutions, I’ve been cleaning my home office. And not just the usual surface job, but a real deep cleaning that entails going through every box, drawer, shelf, and other container, ruthlessly analyzing whether … Continue reading →

Report: Ultrabook Growth to Triple Tablets In Next 5 Years

Despite their early hiccups (jumpy clickpads anyone?), Ultrabooks appear poised to make a rather impressive impact on the consumer electronics market in the coming years. According to a new report by Juniper Research, shipments of laptops packaged in the Intel-backed … Continue reading →

Viewsonic 7-inch Tablet To Get Ice Cream Sandwich | ITProPortal.com

Remember the Viewsonic Viewpad 7e that the company launched back in October 2011 in the US for £200? Well, it seems that a new version of the tablet called the Viewpad E70 will not only get a price cut but … Continue reading →

Privacy Alert: O2 Accused Of Sharing Mobile Surfers’ Phone Numbers | paidContent

O2, one of the largest mobile operators in Europe, is being accused of sharing its customers’ mobile numbers with websites that they visit while surfing on the carrier’s mobile data network. The allegations come amid growing questions of user privacy … Continue reading →

UPDATE O2 UK Mobile Broadband Connections Expose Customers Phone Numbers − ISPreview UK News

Customers of O2 UK’s Mobile Broadband services may be displeased to learn that their private phone numbers are allegedly being exposed to every website they visit from within the connections HTTP headers. via UPDATE O2 UK Mobile Broadband Connections Expose … Continue reading →

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Although seemingly a reasonable explanation, it is the first time that I have heard that O2 would be using this with ANYONE. Almost certainly I will find the clause buried down in my terms of use somewhere (still looking), but this is a shoddy and appalling lack of privacy and control around something that a few people (not me but I still don’t want to share it with web sites unless I choose to) keep VERY private. To not be expressly clear to the user or to provide a mechanism for blocking it is bad. I am reminded of an old Internet Explorer feature that had to be disabled very quickly in the 1990s whereby the browser would present the username of the logged in PC user to every website. The feature was useful in authenticating in a corporate environment but unfortunately they allowed presentation to every site – a horrible privacy AND security issue. The disabling came in to the user control through Security Zones but it was by default turned OFF. This is something that should be the case here.

We shall have to see how this issue progresses. Certainly I am thinking twice about having O2 as a service provider. I will also be more careful about my use of SIM cards from providers I am new to in the future, after all they could similarly do this.

O2 and its telephone number leak update is a post from: Blog of a Long Distance Worker Tech

This is a serious breach of privacy for any mobile phone owner as EVERY SINGLE WEBSITE that the subscriber visits via the broadband connection will then have a copy of the subscribers mobile phone number. No opt-in or opt-out. Also it is quite likely that this has been happening for many years, in fact it could be as old as 3G Broadband from O2. To confirm if you are affected, I suggest you visit a site that displays all of your headers and look for your phone number or other personally identifiable information such as http://www.cylog.org/headers/.

Right now O2 is scrambling to deal with this PR and possible legal issue. I am personally offended that they do this as well. However you need to think wider than this. O2 is not necessarily the only company doing this, nor does it have to be via the same HTTP request header. After all, that header is something that Openwave provides which can be being used by any mobile operator in the world. Additionally other mobile operator WAP gateways manufacturers can and do use different methods of doing the same thing. The result is that privacy can be being breached worldwide, whenever you use your 3G Broadband connectivity.

This means that not only can someone personally identify you very easily, they can pair the informaton directly with the IP address that you are operating on which will also allow the identification of where you are.

If you are interested in background as to what you can be sharing when using your Mobile Broadband connectivity, please look at these two sites http://mobiforge.com/developing/blog/useful-x-headers and http://www.mulliner.org/collin/academic/publications/mobile_web_privacy_icin10_mulliner.pdf.

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How to Create a Hidden Encrypted Volume With True Crypt

A judge recently ordered a US citizen to decrypt storage space on a computer so that police forces could analyze protected files on the system. In this particular case, the defendant was ordered to decrypt the hard drive of her … Continue reading →

Ultrabooks will devour notebook biz by 2016 – report • Channel Register

All notebooks will look like Ultrabooks in five years’ time as vendors find cheaper ways of offering the shiny Intel-based machines, according to a new report. The report’s author also speculated that this move could force Apple to ditch its … Continue reading →

Ultrabooks won’t smash tablets, says analyst • reghardware

Ultrabooks will not outsell tablets, the next five years at least, though the new skinny laptop category will experience unit-shipment growth three times as fast as the tablet. via Ultrabooks won’t smash tablets, says analyst • reghardware.

Dolphin Browser App Introduces Evernote and Skitch Add-ons for Android

Dolphin Browser, the first gesture-based web browser app, just got a handy update: a couple of add-ons from note-taking top dog Evernote. Now you can get Skitch and Evernote baked right into the browser, if you wish. via Dolphin Browser … Continue reading →

How To Set Up Your New Android Phone

One of the biggest advantages Android phones have over the iPhone is the deep level of customization you get. via How To Set Up Your New Android Phone.

Sony Tablet S and Tablet P to be updated to Android 4.0 in spring, alongside Xperia phones | The Verge

Sony plans to upgrade its two Android tablets to Android 4.0, aka Ice Cream Sandwich, this spring, at about the same time that it delivers the update to its Xperia smartphone line. via Sony Tablet S and Tablet P to … Continue reading →

Amazon Drops Price Of Lenovo Ideapad A1 Tablet To £150 | ITProPortal.com

Amazon had temporarily cut the price of the Ideapad A1 tablet to £150 as part of its holiday sales last year but has now made the cut permanent. via Amazon Drops Price Of Lenovo Ideapad A1 Tablet To £150 | … Continue reading →

Price Of 3G HTC Flyer 32GB Tablet Cut To £300 | ITProPortal.com

As the next edition of the Mobile World Congress looms, mobile manufacturers are rapidly clearing out stocks of mature products and HTC is no exception. via Price Of 3G HTC Flyer 32GB Tablet Cut To £300 | ITProPortal.com.

HP Brings In the Pavilion dm4-3000 14-inch Notebook | Eee PC

HP recently introduced to the public a new 14-inch notebook in their Pavilion line. The model is called the Pavilion dm4-3000, and it will soon go on sale in Japan. via HP Brings In the Pavilion dm4-3000 14-inch Notebook | … Continue reading →

HTC Flyer Will Have ICS Update? | Eee PC

Stylus support in the HTC Flyer is limited. It can only use the stylus in certain apps not the entire system. In short, it does replace your fingers. HTC did not implement palm rejection. Samsung supports the S-Pen system wide … Continue reading →

Decrypting laptop doesn’t count as self-incrimination, US federal judge rules | The Verge

A federal judge in Colorado has ruled that decrypting a computer hard drive does not count as self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment. Judge Robert Blackburn has ordered Ramona Fricosu, who is charged with fraud, to release the contents of her … Continue reading →

Matias Slim One Keyboard – Lost In Mobile – Intelligent Mobile Discussion

When you spend a lot of time at your desk, the continual switching to your iPhone can be a pain. The Matias Slim One Keyboard is designed to get around that. Clever idea. via Matias Slim One Keyboard – Lost In … Continue reading →

HP Presents its ENVY 15-3000 Notebook | Eee PC

Hewlett Packard is getting ready for the launch of a new notebook specifically designed for consumers in Japan. This new product has been named the HP ENVY 15-3000, and it carries features that will have to compete with the notebooks … Continue reading →

One Year at My Standing Desk | Smarterware

Last January I took apart my computer desk and rebuilt it at standing height. I’ve been standing at my desk every workday since. Just in my 2011 travels, I’ve seen standing desks everywhere from the offices of San Francisco startups … Continue reading →

iDesk concept looks awesome | Ubergizmo

Are you a fan of the Microsoft Surface but wished it wasn’t running Windows? Well, if iOS or Mac OS is more of your operating system of choice, this concept design from Adam Benton might be right up your alley. … Continue reading →

Sony’s VAIO Lineup Gets New CPUs, Built-in 4G LTE

Sony announced today that it has refreshed its VAIO lineup of notebooks with new CPUs, software updates, and a few new color schemes. The notebooks set to see improvements include the VAIO Z, S, E, and C series. The top-of-the-line … Continue reading →

HP launches Mini 1104 netbook for business, education – Liliputing

HP has updated its business-friendly netbook line with the HP Mini 1104. It’s a 10 inch netbook aimed at business and education. via HP launches Mini 1104 netbook for business, education – Liliputing.

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9 Tips for Working While Traveling

Every once in a while you need to do freelance work while you’re traveling. via 9 Tips for Working While Traveling.

London train station platforms will soon be much more fun!

As part of push to make London ready for the upcoming Olympic games in July and August, Transport for London have agreed to roll out WiFi across London Tube platforms via London train station platforms will soon be much more … Continue reading →

Pantech Element waterproof tablet now available for $300 and up – Liliputing

Looking for an Android tablet that you can take out on your boat without worrying about damage from the waves lapping over the sides of the vessel? AT&T is now offering the Pantech Element, a waterproof Android tablet with an … Continue reading →

LG Optimus Pad 3D Tablet Down To £350 | ITProPortal.com

LG Optimus Pad 3D Tablet Down To £350 | ITProPortal.com.

HTC Flyer might get another update, Ice Cream Sandwich this time

HTC and their device updates are well documented to be a bit hit and miss. It’s a tale full of lies and deceit. They will basically do what they want and when they want. Why shouldn’t they though? but hey … Continue reading →

Archos Arnova 7C G2 Now Available From £80 | ITProPortal.com

Archos Arnova 7C G2 Now Available From £80 | ITProPortal.com.

A Glimpse at the Archos 70b IT | Eee PC

The Archos 70b Internet Tablet is a product refresh of the Archos 70 IT that was showcased at the CES 2012. Now, it is available on Archos Store and should be selling at major retailers real soon. via A Glimpse … Continue reading →

Acer Iconia Tab A510 and A700 Unveiled in Europe | Eee PC

Two new updates have followed a press event in Hamburg as Acer unveils its new products in its tablet line-up, the Iconia Tab A700 and A510. The Tablet Community as well as the Tablet Test expect the quad-core Android 4.0 … Continue reading →

Netbooks Going Extinct with Intel Atom CPUs? | Eee PC

While it’s not much of a big-seller for the past months, it seems that Intel Atom chips are heading for its end. Intel recently published its financial results for Q4 2011 as well as for the whole year. However, despite … Continue reading →

ASUS, Acer and Lenovo Ultrabooks Get Thunderbolt | Eee PC

Computer makers, ASUS, Acer and Lenovo, are rumored once again to be preparing new batch of ultrabooks with the Thunderbolt connectivity technology. Created by Intel, this technology uses two major protocols for transmissions. One of them is the PCI Express … Continue reading →

The Zagg Sparq Portable Power at CES – Geek News Central

Zagg’s protective films are popular “first purchases” for new smartphone owners and but Zagg offer other products in the mobile working space. Todd chats to Nate from Zagg to about the Zagg Sparq, a portable rechargeable battery pack. via The Zagg … Continue reading →

On Telecommuting and Using the Tech We Have | Gear Diary

So this co-worker of mine just had his first child. When Sami and I had Maggie (in the Booming 90′s), I took two weeks off, and then worked half-time (for half-pay) for, I think, two months.  This was my manager’s … Continue reading →

“Ultra” in name only: the failures of Intel’s Ultrabook rules

Ultrabooks were the fashionable product to launch at CES this year. But the new Ultrabooks, meant to be PC competitors to the MacBook Air, seemed suspiciously fat. And heavy. And lacking in solid-state drives. Despite the dimensional and internal differences … Continue reading →

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BBC News – Blackberry maker RIM says co-chief executives step down

Blackberry maker Research In Motion RIM has said its co-chief executives Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie have stepped down in a shake-up. via BBC News – Blackberry maker RIM says co-chief executives step down.

ASUS Eee PC R051BX leaked | Ubergizmo

While ASUS may be making waves recently with its Transformer Prime tablet, it looks like the company has another netbook up its sleeve. via ASUS Eee PC R051BX leaked | Ubergizmo.

Perspective: An ultrabook…? We tend to think different | Eee PC

You’ll notice that every year at CES, tech-surveillance groups participate in a sort of stylespotting — an attempt to spot 0ne or two huge themes of the show that could steal or characterize the year in technology. via Perspective: An … Continue reading →

Portable Laptop Desk | GeekAlerts

Working from home on computer has its advantages and one of them is not being seen. Nobody knows that you’re in your pajamas and even better, snuggled in the warmth of your blankets in bed or on the couch. But just because you’re comfy … Continue reading →

Honeycomb Versus Ice Cream Sandwich on the Motorola XOOM (Video)

Android 3.x Honeycomb is the version of Google’s mobile operating system specifically designed to take advantage of the unique features of tablets, including larger batteries, larger screens, and higher resolutions. The Motorola XOOM was Google’s launch device to introduce Honeycomb, … Continue reading →

Argos in UK makes pricing blunder on Nokia’s Lumia 800 ‘sim free’

A major retailer in the UK, Argos, has made a serious pricing blunder on their online store, causing them to sell out of the Nokia Lumia 800 Sim-Free. They posted the handset at a reduced price of only £119.99 (was … Continue reading →

Good Deal: Nokia Lumia 800 SIM-free for £119.99 at Argos UK (update) | The Verge

In what it describes as an online exclusive, UK catalog retailer Argos is offering Nokia’s Lumia 800 for just £119.99 (about $186) with no SIM or contractual commitment in sight. That’s a massive discount from the typical price for the … Continue reading →

Xoom discounted – just £225

The original Motorola Xoom is now down to just £249. For that you get Android 3.0 (Honeycomb), 32GB of storage, a 10.1″ LED screen and it’s powered by a NVIDIA Tegra 2 Dual-core CPU. Andrew Farquhar has just mailed in … Continue reading →

Eye-Fi CEO slams SD Association’s eerily similar Wireless SD card standard, says his IP is being violated — Engadget

Yuval Koren is not pleased. For those unaware, he’s the CEO of Eye-Fi, the company that has practically written the rules on embedding WiFi into SD cards. If you blinked last week, you probably missed the SD Association’s announcement that … Continue reading →

ASUS B23E-XH71 Business Laptop at Amazon | Eee PC

A new business laptop from Asus is now available for pre-order via the retail website Amazon. This laptop is called the Asus B23E, and it boasts of the Intel Core processor with full voltage. via ASUS B23E-XH71 Business Laptop at … Continue reading →

Motorola Xoom Getting Ice Cream Sandwich Update | Eee PC

At the end of last year, Motorola disclosed that the latest update to Android, the popular Linux-based OS for tablets and other mobile devices, will soon be available for its devices. Now, the company has given information that Ice Cream … Continue reading →

Windows Store apps for Windows 8 detailed, restricted to five PCs at a time | The Verge

Microsoft detailed the fine points of its Windows Store for Windows 8 today. The store, due to enter beta in late February, was previously revealed in December, and allows developers to submit apps starting at $1.49 and charge up to … Continue reading →

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Ultrabook Buying Guide: 6 Things to Look For in a Super-Slim Laptop

The buzzword in laptops for 2012 is Ultrabooks. Why? They have a lot of appeal for shoppers who are looking for a machine that’s thin, light and responsive. By Intel’s definition, Ultrabooks weigh less than 4 pounds and measure 0.8 … Continue reading →

The Future of Air Travel: Now With Even Less Legroom

Southwest Airlines is completely retrofitting its planes in an effort to reduce costs and “protect the environment.” Sounds great, except that the redesigned seats will take away some of the precious few comforts you had left in the air. via … Continue reading →

Megaupload Saga Teaches Painful Lessons About Cloud File Storage

After yesterday’s dramatic, international sting operation, the people behind Megaupload are in custody, their Web empire and fancy cars having been seized by authorities. Founder Kim Dotcom and his associates are charged with piracy on a massive scale, among other … Continue reading →

Start Microsoft Office Programs Without the Splash Screen

If you’re sick of staring at that Microsoft Word or Excel splash screen every time you start up the program, this little trick will keep it from popping up before the main window. via Start Microsoft Office Programs Without the … Continue reading →

You Don’t Need All Those Chargers: How to Consolidate Your Extra Bricks and Still Power Your Gadgets

Every new device you buy seems to come with its own charging brick and cable—which is good, until you have a drawer full of them in your office, or wind up having to pack a dozen charging cables, bricks, and … Continue reading →

How To Enable Phone Notifications In Google Calendar

If you are using Google Calendar to keep track of things, you’d probably notice that you only get notifications on your desktop computer if you are on that computer and have the Google Calendar page open. That’s fine if you … Continue reading →

Acer’s New Battle Plan: Sell A Ton Of Ultrabooks, Phase Out Netbooks

While the tablet market has been red hot over the last 12 months the executives at Acer are taking a different approach, going all in with second-generation ultabook models in the second quarter of 2012 and then with new models … Continue reading →

MSI GUS II, External Graphics Solution for Laptops | Eee PC

2012 CES, MSI, showed up with a unique graphics solution for laptops. The GUS II is an external graphics card enclosure prototype. It adds dedicated desktop power to laptops equipped with a Thunderbolt port. via MSI GUS II, External Graphics … Continue reading →

2012 ushers in twin tablets and budget smartphones | Techwatch: Tech News

Deloitte publishes its predictions for the coming year: Two tablets and cheap smartphone adoption via 2012 ushers in twin tablets and budget smartphones | Techwatch: Tech News.

Intel Atom N2800 Benchmark Released | Eee PC

PassMark already has the Intel Atom N2800 benchmark results in their database. PassMark collects PC benchmarks done with their software on the users’ systems. The Intel Cedar Trail processor, N2800, a dual-core chip that runs on 1.86GHz scored 755 points. … Continue reading →

Samsung Galaxy Tab Tablet Down To £199 | ITProPortal.com

The original Samsung Galaxy Tab tablet is now available from under £199, less than half its original selling price, as part of Carphone Warehouse’s January sale. via Samsung Galaxy Tab Tablet Down To £199 | ITProPortal.com.

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