Jkkmobile just reported on Fujitsu’s P1630 hitting the FCC. Initial specs look very familiar with only an upgrade in processor being the most obvious change. Here’s a breakdown of the refreshed device: 8.9 inch 1280 x 768 touch screen Intel Core2 Duo SU9400 1.4Ghz Intel GMA X4500 Up to 2GB RAM Wifi, Bt and LAN [...]
Earlier this month, I reported on Aiptek/Mint releasing a 3M LED-based pico-projector. Back in April, Sierra caught wind of the SunView pico-projector being available in Hong Kong. These devices are extremely small, extremely portable, and promises decent performance at a relatively manageable pricepoint. The Aiptek was rumored to cost around $650 and availability starts [...]
Interesting concept here. Engadget is pointing to a couple of devices from Toshiba that are being shown off at IFA. The SD Multi-Tool and The SD Photo editor are both handhelds with touchscreens. The SD Multi-Tool has a 3.5 inch touchscreen, wireless connectivity and will let you browse the web, do email, run some video, [...]
We haven’t heard much about the TechCrunch Tablet in awhile, but it looks like things might be moving along. Michael Arrington posts a picture of Prototype A of the device and an update. We booted the machine in the case for the first time today, accessed the Wifi network and were able to navigate a [...]
I’ve had the T5010 now for the last week and I’ve been using it in conjunction with my T2010 for note-taking purposes. OneNote 2007 came pre-installed, so I’ve been able to stay current on my notes and to share the notes between the T5010 and T2010. After a week, I’ve had ample time to get [...]
I’ve been thinking about this post for quite some time. I purchased my iPhone 3G almost a month ago and wanted to really work with it before committing any of my thoughts and impressions to the pages of GBM. The context here compares my usage and discoveries about the iPhone 3G to the Sprint Mogul, which [...]
When I ask people that I meet if they’re into technology, I always ask about their favorite web sites. If I find a tech geek, I’ll always ask if they frequent jkOnTheRun, Gizmodo, or Engadget, the site that led me to GottaBeMobile. The strange thing is, most folks that I encounter have never heard of [...]
So, I’m sitting up with Maggie in her hospital room at 3:30 a.m., watching The Princess Bride (her favorite movie). No better time than this to finish off an article I’ve been working on the past several weeks. As I’ve been watching various nurses, doctors, and other staff help my daughter, I’ve been paying particular [...]
I was getting frustrated last weekend with the amount of programs I had on my computer. One of the issues I had was the multiple IM clients I had running. The past week I have been looking for an IM client that would allow me to use multiple services. I tried out Pidgin and Digsby [...]
Engadget found an early review of the new IdeaPad from Lenovo over on a Chinese site. Still looks like this thing is staying away from the states, but they are popping up different places in China. Check out the English translation of the review. I don’t know about everyone else, but if all those little [...]
Samsung used this year’s IFA in Berlin, Germany as a launchpad for its new MacBook Air and Thinkpad X301 competitor with its very own X360. The X360 sports a 13.3″ screen and weighs in at a scant (and MBA beating) 2.8lbs while sporting 3 USB ports, an ExpressCard slot, a multi-format card reader, a fingerprint [...]
You knew it was coming and here it is. Beginning on October 1, Comcast will change its Acceptable Use Policy to include a monthly threshold (or cap) of 250GB a month for broadband. Comcast had recently been smacked down by the FCC for throttling some users for excessive usage and had revamped their policies on [...]
Back before Rob’s most recent difficulties with his daughter Maggie’s health issues (see Rob Bushway.com for updates), Rob was interviewed by Christian Computing Magazine. Kevin Purcell’s interview with Rob covers a host of topics including Tablet PCs, Mobile Technology, OneNote, GottaBeMobile.com, and Rob’s own program, TabletBible. If you have followed any of Rob’s writings here or elsewhere, you [...]
Why can’t Microsoft’s advertistements have as much of a sense of humor as some of their internal, and now Facebook, videos do? I’ll never figure that one out. Maybe Jerry Seinfeld will help, but I doubt it. But anyway, On Facebook, Microsoft is rolling out a couple of clever videos on the new Internet Explore [...]
The folks at MobileDemand got some good news yesterday when they placed #148 in the 2008 Inc. 500 fastest growing private companies list. MobileDemand makes ruggedized Tablet PCs that the GBM Team loves to toss around casinos and other unlikely places. Congratulations to the MobileDemand team. Tags: Tablet+PC, MobileDemand
I was looking for a SIP client for the iPhone and while I did not find that I did come across something that looks quite interesting. TruPhone is a service that allows you to make cheap, or possibly even free, phone calls from you mobile phone to landlines, mobiles or other TruPhone clients by using [...]
As Truc had posted earlier, the information about the new Fujitsu Siemens Amilo was hard to find, but now that has changed. Lilputing (Via JKKMobile) has some specs listed on their site about Fujitsu’s upcoming netbook release. Unfortunately, it appears that this little guy won’t be coming here to the states anytime soon… Europe only [...]
Liliputing has some more information and links about the new, yet unreleased, Dell Inspiron 910. This time, it comes right from Dell – on their own support pages. Take a look at some of the information about the keyboard, LEDs and external drive.
I can’t wait to try this one out later this evening. Sugarsync has been a great tool for me to keep my new Dell laptop and the LS800 in sync with each other. Now – I can get the files on my iPhone. While everything won’t be viewable because of iPhone limitations, it’s nice to [...]
AppleInsider is reporting that they have their hands on a new Apple company filing illustrating a number of Tablet touch screen techniques. The document dates from April 15, 2008 and it looks like it shows an onscreen virtual keyboard as well. Given that Apple is poised to make some announcments soon, I wouldn’t hold your [...]
TouchKit is just that, a kit for working with multi-touch. It is both open source software and hardware that has to be hooked up to a separate computer and projector. Developed by NOR_/D, it is priced at $1580 and it might be a way for tinkerers to come up with some interesting ways to push [...]
Brian Jarvis, UMPC Geek, has spent some time with Intel’s Classmate PC and is reporting in. He breaks his report into four categories. Things he loves. Things he likes. Things he’s not crazy about. Things he doesn’t like. He’s put up a photo set of the unit he’s trying out and is about to see [...]
I wondered when we’d start seeing Netbooks enabled with 3G radios and it looks like we may be on our way there. Steve “Chippy” Paine is linking to information on the LG X110 which sports HSDPA and possibly GPS. Of course those additions are lifting the price out of the $299 to $399 range to just [...]
if you’re going to be working in the cloud, the browser is what will lift you off the ground. Looks like we’ll be finding out more about Microsoft’s latest attempt at Internet Explorer now that Beta 2 has been released to the public. According to the IEBlog, IE8 is built around three themes: Everyday browsing: [...]
My contract with Verizon is up, and it’s time for me to upgrade to a new phone. I currently own a Motorola Q and I’ve been very disappointed with it in terms of functionality and performance. It works, but it’s sluggish; it provides just enough capabilities and power to make it bearable as a smartphone. [...]
Craig Pringle has been making some excellent contributions to GBM since becoming a team member back in the spring, but we haven’t been able to pin down our Aussie mate for a podcast until recently. After finally pinning him down we talked about a range of topics in the Tabletscape and mobile tech including HP’s [...]
OK, let’s think of all the ways you do this. There is some emerging technology that will convert motion into the power you need to charge up your batteries. Let’s see: Dancing. Walking the dog. Jogging or any form of exercise. And then of course we could steer off into the realm of the silly… But [...]
It is no secret that applications that install themselves or stubs of themselves in the Task Tray create love/hate affairs with most users. If you use an application or service frequently, the convenience of having it there outweighs the overhead and resources it consumes. Most users are skilled at the various methods of removing applications [...]
I’m an avid reader. I’ll read anything I can get my hands or my ears around. In fact, reading is one of my preferred methods of relaxation. It is also something I have to do every day for my job. I’ve enjoyed reading eBooks on mobile devices and I’ve also enjoyed audio books as well. [...]
Of course the answer to the question in the headline of this post is yes. I don’t know if you’ve been following the recent testing going on regarding Apple’s woes with the new, some would say regrettably named, iPhone 3G, but there is a wave of influencers out there pointing their fingers more at the [...]
This is an interesting prototype for those using Firefox. Ubiquity is a Firefox extension that basically adds a command interface to any web page that allows you to enter natural language like instructions to mash-up various web services. If you’re familiar with ActiveWords or Quicksilver, you’ve got a jump on understanding what they are after here. [...]
James Kendrick points to an interesting column by tech analyist Rob Enderle wherein Rob wonders if Netbooks could be the Notebooks of the future. Rob looks at the strengths and weaknesses of what we are currently seeing released (or are about to see released) and, no surprise, finds Netbooks lacking when it comes to performance [...]
Samsung announced that it has developed a high-performance, low capacity, and super compact SSD dedicated to the growing netbook market. The drives will boast 8, 16, and 32GB capacities in a form factor that is roughly 30% smaller than traditional 2.5″ drives. These new drives will start production next month. According to the press release, [...]
Xujiren at asuseeehacks.blogspot.com has posted an interesting commentary stating why he believes netbook manufacturers will eventually phase out smaller 7-inch and 8.9-inch screens for larger 10-inch screens. The proliferation of devices like 10-inch LCD picture frames and larger portable DVD players has played a substantial role in reducing the price of larger screens. The biggest [...]
Our community has been absolutely overflowing with support, love, and prayers for Rob’s daughter Maggie and her health issue. There have been some amazing offers of support that Rob and Kathi are doing their best to acknowledge. I know the many comments and emails as well as the support that has been shown are much [...]
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Last year Toshiba waded into the Android tablet market with the Thrive, a 10.1-inch slate that served as the company’s response to what they deemed missing in the then current crop. Thus, it had several full-size ports, a rugged-ish exterior, and a thick chassis to accommodate both. Though a decent tablet, the Thrive didn’t generate [...]
Samsung Shows That It Is a Software Company
As exciting as it has been to talk, postulate, and speculate about the Galaxy S III’s hardware and specs before the third-generation Galaxy flagship smartphone was announced on May 3rd in London, once the device was announced one thing became apparent: Samsung is now a software company. That doesn’t mean that Samsung is shying away [...]
HTC One X Review | $199 AT&T 4G LTE
HTC hopes to regain their King of the Hill status in the realm of Android smartphones with the One series, and the HTC One X is the flagship of the line. Featuring LTE speeds, a robust processor, a great camera plus a really good audio experience, the One X has what it takes to be a fabulous phone.
tiltpod Review: Key Chain Tripod & Stand for the iPhone
The tiltpod offers a nearly perfect key chain tripod and stand for the iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, a small point-and-shoot camera or and many other small gadgets. I love the mobility, the price and the functionality of this great little accessory from gomite. Born out of a frustration with bulky pocket tripods, the tiltpod is [...]
Droplr Review: 100GB of Online Storage for $3 a Month
Droplr lets users easy and quickly share files between Mac, Windows and iPhone. The new Droplr Pro accounts supercharge the service with 100GB of storage for just $3 per month. Sadly, Droplr doesn’t offer file sync, so it won’t replace Dropbox, Google Drive or Sugar Sync. Droplr makes several file sharing tasks easier and offers [...]
Lusso Cartella Luxury iPad Case Review
The craftsmanship and elegance of the Lusso Cartella Luxury iPad case will lure you in, but unfortunately, the case has some drawbacks that make its $199 price tag hard to swallow. When I first received the Lusso Cartella Luxury iPad case, I was absolutely blown away. The presentation of the thing is about as classy [...]
