Wednesday, May 8, 2013

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Google and Microsoft play nice and launch a proper YouTube app for Windows Phone

Posted: 07 May 2013 09:52 AM PDT

The YouTube "app" for Windows Phone was previously just a link to a mobile website that provided limited support for the popular video site. A new Windows Phone 8 YouTube app finally improves the app to include native features and a Metro/Modern UI design.
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Nokia investors urge CEO to ditch Windows Phone and pursue other OS options

Posted: 07 May 2013 09:04 AM PDT

Nokia investors aren't pleased with the company's performance. At its annual meeting, Nokia shareholders urged CEO Stephen Elop to not be so steadfast in his commitment to Windows Phone and consider other opportunities.
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Pebble and RunKeeper finally start running together with new app connectivity

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:29 AM PDT

RunKeeper was one of the main selling points when Pebble first announced plans to deliver a smart watch that could connect with Android and iOS apps, and the two have finally joined together with RunKeeper 3.3.
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Nokia Lumia 928 for Verizon confirmed by landing page and Vanity Fair advertisement

Posted: 07 May 2013 05:40 AM PDT

The Nokia Lumia 928 isn't expected to officially be announced until a May 14 event in London, but an advertisement in the latest issue of Vanity Fair and an associated website have confirmed the existence of the upcoming Windows Phone 8 handset.
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013

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Samsung Galaxy S 4 - 5 tricks you may not know about

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:27 PM PDT

While the Galaxy S 4, like the Galaxy S III before it, has been accused of having gimmicky software that's fun to show and doesn't offer real value, it's still one of the best Android phones. Here are five Galaxy S 4 tips that you may not have noticed.
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AT&T Samsung Galaxy S 4 32GB model available for $249 starting May 10

Posted: 06 May 2013 11:16 AM PDT

AT&T today announced the 32GB model Samsung Galaxy S 4 will go on sale later this week. Beginning May 10, customers who wish to buy an S 4 with higher storage capacity will be able to buy the 32GB model for $249.99 when purchased with a two-year agreement. The extra storage space may prove useful considering that others have lobbied complaints about the amount of available memory in the Galaxy S 4. The system and software features of use up a great deal of storage space, so getting a 32GB model, or purchasing a micro SD card, may be necessary.
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Hulu Plus Windows Phone 8 app now available

Posted: 06 May 2013 10:08 AM PDT

The list of prominent Android and iOS apps that do not support Windows Phone 8 got shorter today with the release of an official client for Hulu Plus, allowing TV watchers in the U.S. to catch-up on their favorite shows whether at home or on the go.
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Gmail iOS app now opens YouTube, Maps, and Chrome links directly in those apps

Posted: 06 May 2013 09:42 AM PDT

Clicking links in the Gmail app for iOS previously opened those links in Gmail's mobile web viewer or Safari, but an update to the app now gives users the option of opening links directly in Google's appropriate iOS apps. Users can enable the feature by launching Gmail and tapping the "Google Apps" button within the Settings menu. Gmail will then automatically open YouTube links in the YouTube app, addresses in Google Maps, and web addresses in Chrome. A Gmail button in the top left will provide a way to return to emails with one tap. Gmail also updated to support signing out of one account rather than all accounts at once. Download Gmail for iOS
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Clearwire board says Sprint is company's only valuable option, urges shareholders to support acquisition

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:28 AM PDT

Despite vocal opposition from large shareholders, Clearwire's board of directors has issued a public statement urging stockholders to vote in favor of Sprint's proposal to acquire the company. A Sprint acquisition is the only course of action that makes sense, according to the board.
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Samsung Galaxy Core coming soon with 4.3-inch screen and Android 4.1

Posted: 06 May 2013 05:29 AM PDT

Samsung just launched the Galaxy S 4, the company's defining high-end phone for 2013, and the Korean manufacturer today announced a new device for the midrange market, the Samsung Galaxy Core that's set to launch later this month.
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Saturday, May 4, 2013

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Jackery Mini review - ultraportable battery pack that extends smartphone battery life

Posted: 03 May 2013 12:13 PM PDT

Battery life stinks on many phones and is only good enough on most others. To rectify that problem, an external battery charger like the Jackery Mini might be a good idea.
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U.S. Cellular confirms plans to carry Apple iPhone later this year to combat customers leaving the carrier

Posted: 03 May 2013 10:22 AM PDT

U.S. Cellular is smaller than the big four carriers, but the company has so far been able to bring flagship Samsung products like the Galaxy S 4 and Galaxy Note II to its network. Later this year, the carrier will add the Apple iPhone to its roster of noteworthy devices.
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AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note Jelly Bean update now underway

Posted: 03 May 2013 07:13 AM PDT

The Samsung Galaxy Note - and yes, I'm referring to the original Note that debuted on AT&T in early 2012 - is receiving a big update to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean beginning today.
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Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II Android 4.1.2 update expands Multi-window support, notifications, and more

Posted: 03 May 2013 05:53 AM PDT

The Samsung Galaxy Note II on Verizon Wireless is being updated to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean today, introducing a long list of new features and bug fixes for one of the biggest phones - literally and figuratively - released last year.
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Barnes & Noble NOOK HD and NOOK HD+ add Google Play, YouTube, and 700,000 new apps

Posted: 03 May 2013 05:14 AM PDT

Barnes & Noble is making an adjustment that will see the introduction of Google Play, and the more than 700,000 apps currently available in the biggest Android app store, available on its most recent tablets.
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