Mobile

Blu Introduces The Studio 5.5 For Just $179.99 Unlocked

January 23, 2017October 4, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

One of the fastest growing mobile phone manufacturers in the world, Blu Products, has just announced their 5.5″ phablet the Studio 5.5.

The STUDIO 5.5 features a 5.5 inch FWVGA LCD and slim profile of just 9.5mm which makes handling the device extremely comfortable. In addition, the STUDIO 5.5 is powered by a 1.2GHz Quad-Core processor with 4G HSPA+ 42Mbs connectivity, 5.0 Mega Pixel autofocus camera with LED Flash and 1080p HD video recording, along with an expandable micro-SD slot up to 32GB, 1GB RAM, and Dual SIM functionality. Future software updates and upgrades will be automatically downloaded through BLU’s over-the-air Wireless Update Feature.

Rdio App Makes Personalized Streaming Free

January 23, 2017October 3, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Rdio, the digital music service app that is available on both iOS and Android, has announced it’s personalized streaming stations are now free on mobile for all iOS and Android users. All users are invited to listen to all of Rdio’s stations, with a library of over 20 million songs, at no cost even those who’s subscriptions have ended. They have also announced two new features to the app. Station Sharing, share any song, station, artist even genre via facebook and Twitter (Google+ was not mentioned). Playlist and album stations, which is self-explanatory.

Sprint Calling On Developers To Create The Next Big App

January 23, 2017October 3, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Sprint is issuing a challenge to developers to bring their app ideas to CITA’s MobileCon in San Jose California and turn those ideas into the real deal. They are dubbing this challenge the Sprint Hackathon and it will be held Friday, Oct. 17-18 at MobileCon. Sprint is throwing in FREE registration to MobileCon including all the keynotes, panel discussions, thought leadership stages, trade show and networking just for registering for the Hackathon. Looks like there will be categories and prizes for this Hackathon, take a look at the list below.

Blackberry 10 Receives NATO Approval

January 23, 2017October 3, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Blackberry announced that BlackBerry® Enterprise Service 10 and BlackBerry 10 smartphones have received NATO approval up to “Restricted” level. Having this level of approval let’s NATO countries use Blackberry phones in the office and field.

Sprint Rolling Out Android 4.3 Update For The HTC One

January 23, 2017October 2, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

The day has come folks! Android 4.3 for the HTC One is confirmed rolling out for the Sprint variant. Check those software updates and enjoy!!

How to Possibly Fix iOS 7 iMessage Failures Until Apple Does

January 23, 2017October 2, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

For our Apple readers, some good tips on how to fix iOS7 iMessage failures.

Nokia Lumia 929 coming to Verizon in November

January 23, 2017October 1, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

If I ever try a Windows Phone it will be a Nokia.

T-Mobile Announces Hiring Events for Veterans

January 23, 2017October 1, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

T-Mobile announced an effort to hire military veterans at a series of October hiring events. There are 3500 open positions that T-Mobile hopes to fill with U.S. Armed Forces, and active members of the National Guard, and Reserves. T-Mobile is already has a significant amount of employees who have served or serve in the military.

ATT Brings 1 Gigabit Broadband To Austin

June 4, 2019October 1, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

AT&T announced today that Austin Texas will be able to download their favorite shows and game at lightning speed with their new 100% Fiber 1 … Read more…

AT&T Brings 1 Gigabit Broadband To Austin

January 23, 2017October 1, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

AT&T announced today that Austin Texas will be able to download their favorite shows and game at lightning speed with their new 100% Fiber 1 Gigabit service. The roll out is expected to last through December and will also bring more advanced TV services.

Good Deeds Wireless, Charity Focused Wireless Carrier

January 23, 2017September 30, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Good Deeds Wireless has just been announced. Good Deeds will donate 50% of its profits directly to the charities they work with. Scheduled to launch September 30 in Philadelphia at an event hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of South East Pennsylvania. Currently the three charities that Good Deeds will be supporting are, Big Brothers Big Sisters,

Sherwin-Williams Releases ColorSnap Google Glass App

January 23, 2017September 30, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Updated with video: Thanks Jason T. Smith

Sherwin-Williams becomes the first major consumer brand to launch a Google Glass Application. The application was developed by Resource, one of the largest independent marketing agencies in the country. The app is available for download to your Google Glass but is still in beta and will likely have a few bugs and issues that will need to be ironed out.

PengPod 1040: Dual Boot Tablet On Indiegogo

January 23, 2017September 29, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

PengPod has announced their Indiegogo campaign for their proposed PengPod 1040 dual boot tablet. They are talking about a 9.7″ ultra high resolution tablet that will run Android and Linaro OS (a linux distro). PengPod is pitching this as an all in one solution to mobile and desktop needs.

One2Touch Softpad C1 Foldable NFC Keyboard For Android

January 23, 2017September 29, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

One2Touch, a Norwegian company, launched their Softpad C1 foldable and portable NFC keyboard for Android phones at NFC World Congress.

Evernote And Adonit Introduce New Fine Point Stylus: Jot Script Evernote

January 23, 2017September 29, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Evernote and Adonit announced the fruit of their collaboration, the Jot Script Evernote Edition Stylus. They are boasting the smallest stylus tip on the market measuring 1.9mm small. Bundled in with the Jot Script is what Adonit refers to as Pixelpoint™technology.

Rogers And Sprint Bring Connected Cars To Canada

January 23, 2017September 27, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Rogers Communications and Sprint announced a partnership that will allow Sprint to bring in-car “infotainment”, as they refer to it, and telematics to Canadian drivers. The agreement allows auto makers using Sprint Velocity in Canada to use the Rogers wireless network to connect vehicles on the road.

Adidas miCoach Available On Windows Phone 8 Today

January 23, 2017September 26, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Windows Phone is pushing forward with new apps gaining the Adidas miCoach app today. miCoach is a personal training app and integrates with Nokia phones, Nokia Music and HERE maps. Microsoft released this blurb about the Adidas app.

Top Brands Bringing New Apps To Blackberry, But Is It Enough?

January 23, 2017September 26, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Blackberry announced some top brands jumping in on the Blackberry 10 app market. Blackberry is pretty excited about this development but is it enough to pull the struggling mobile giant from the quicksand? Martyn Mallick, Vice President of BlackBerry World and Global Alliances at BlackBerry had the following to say about the development.

The Developer Interviews: Kahil Nettleton Of Spiderfly Studios (Android)

January 23, 2017September 26, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Thanks for doing this interview with us today Kahil! This is our very first developer interview for the site. I have always loved your work with the Glowfly app and the Spiderfly Studios design work looks stellar! As some of our readers know, I am a novice graphics designer and you were kind enough to take one of my designs and polish it up for use on our Google+ and Twitter page. Thanks so much for doing that.

Microsoft Updates Windows Phone App Studio

January 23, 2017September 26, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

In their on going effort to reach out to developers, Microsoft has released an update to their Windows Phone App Studio. Among the more notable improvements is the addition of new graphic elements such as icons and backgrounds. And the integration of SkyDrive, so that developers can access pictures quickly. Read on below for the more meaty details of the press release.

Zwiffer’s No Blink App Brings Blink Detection To The iPhone

January 23, 2017September 24, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Have you ever taken a picture with your smartphone only to find that one of your subjects blinked and ruined that perfect moment? Well, Zwiffer is looking to eliminate that problem with its new app for the iPhone, aptly named No Blink.

Indiegogo Shootcase Laser Cut Bamboo Case For Your iPhone

January 23, 2017September 23, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

The Shootcase Laser Cut Bamboo case for iPhone looks like a very cool and neat accessory for you iPhone users. The company, who are in … Read more…

Galaxy Note 3 And Galaxy Gear Available On Sprint October 4th

January 23, 2017September 23, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

The Galaxy Note 3 along with the Galaxy Gear Smartwatch will be hitting all Sprint sales channels on October 4th. Running Android 4.3 the Note 3 will come in Jet Black and Classic White. Pricing is set at $349.99 with a two year contract.

The 4.7b Dollar Blackberry Deal

January 23, 2017September 23, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

Yesterday we reported on the woes of Blackberry. There was also speculation that Blackberry would be up for bid to try and save the struggling mobile company from sinking into oblivion. Today Blackberry announced a Letter of Intent led by Fairfax Financial, who already owned some of Blackberry. Below is an excerpt from the Blackberry press release.

Why You Should Consider iPhone And iOS For Your Next Mobile Platform

January 23, 2017September 23, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

A few days ago I brought you just a few reasons why you should consider Android as your next mobile platform. Today I will give you some reasons why iOS could be your choice in mobile. As I did in my Android article, I am going to focus on the good points of iOS and the iPhone. There are plenty of resources on the internet that will give you their reasons not to adopt iOS (I have my own as well), but for this article, I am focusing on why you should consider iOS.

BlackBerry Preliminary Fiscal 2014 Results Are Not Surprising

January 23, 2017September 22, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

BlackBerry Ltd announced their preliminary second quarter fiscal 2014 results on Friday, and the results are no surprise to most in the mobile market. The results show a clear loss (operating loss of $950 million) for Blackberry as well as a workforce reduction of over one-third.

Why You Should Consider Android For Your Next Mobile Platform

January 23, 2017September 21, 2013 by Alex Hernandez

The mobile market is the most intense in competition than it has been in years. The platform players have been shaved down to three major runners, Android, iOS, and Windows Phone (one can make an argument for Blackberry pulling up the rear). The intensity of competition even rings through websites and social networks, where loyal users from each camp take up arms and fight to the death through forum and site comments.