The folks at CNet got to go hands on with the Zune HD we’ve been hearing about forever and they seem mightily impressed. They really like the 3.3 inch capacitive touch OLED screen and the overall design of the device. While it has that HD in the name, when you watch a video encoded at [...]
As I wrap up my final days here at GottaBeMobile.com, I wanted to share a few thoughts on my own experiences from the past several years, some wins, some fails, as well as impressions on the current state of the industry.
A few arguments are developing over the upcoming generation of entertainment-focused tablet devices: Are these niche products? Should we even refer to them as Tablets? The folks over at Unplggd are asking readers whether an Apple tablet device has mass appeal and true functionality. The post is summed up with this quote, [...]
The best time to kick a rival is when he’s down, and with everyone piling on Amazon, including anti-DRM group Defective by Design, Sony could not have picked a better time to roll out new, lower-priced e-readers, the PRS-300 and PRS-600, and lower-priced ebooks too. Per WSJ: Sony Corp. plans to offer two new e-reader [...]
What’s that boy? Is it already time for another rant? Oh no, this is just a riposte to an op-ed that lays down a point that misses the point. This time, I’m referring to an entry on ReadWriteWeb entitled “Tablets are Toys (Not Mainstream Machines).” Sounds like something that would trigger rant mode, but I [...]
I’m working in and around Union Square in San Francisco today. I stopped by the Apple store after a briefing with Lenovo and before the gdgt.com launch party to pick up a couple of Mophie Juice Pack Airs. The flagship San Francisco is often busy, but it was absolutely packed today. The Apple salespeople were [...]
Rob and Warner have both tip-toed around Jeremy Toeman’s op-ed piece, “The Tablet That Nobody Really Wants “ I prefer a more direct approach. Here’s my take on Toeman’s main points (in bold).
Jeremy Toeman has quite the fascinating read regarding all the tablets that folks seem to be talking about these days, plus the tablets we’ve all been using since 2002. His take: In practical reality tablets generally suck. They are both a worse laptop than a laptop, and a worse touch-input device than a piece [...]
For those interested in Windows XP Mode for Windows 7, the Release Candidate is now available. Keep in mind that Windows XP Mode is designed to help small and medium size businesses make the transition to Windows 7 if they have applications that they are currently running on XP. Here’s a quote from Brandon LeBlanc’s [...]
Apple Tablets, Dell Tablets, Crunchpad Tablets. Tablets, Tablets, Tablets. Rumors. Rumors. Rumors. We have more rumors about more Tablets everyday now it seems. The rumors have become so plentiful that they have become like currency, so much so that they are sparking posts and commentary about why we do and why we don’t need them, [...]
Regardless of your political affiliation or whether or not you follow politics or think that they are important, here’s an interview worth reading. It is also worth reading if you want to gain some insight into the Federal Communications Commission, the US agency that will determine many of the policies about how the sometimes seemingly [...]
James Kendrick has his hands on a review unit of the HP Mini 5101 Netbook and has put up some pictures for your viewing pleasure. HP is targeting the 5101 at the corporate market, but jk points out that it is a good Netbook for consumers as well. I will imagine we’ll see a review [...]
Lenovo’s offering $20 off plus a $30 coupon that drops the price of the IdeaPad S12 down to $399. This configuration includes a VIA Nano ULV processor, 1GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive. Visit LogicBuy for more details and the coupon code.
The Internet is littered with Tablet rumors these days, but usually they center on Apple. This one, coming from an article in Wired, titled Why 2010 Be The Year of the Tablet, has Dell as the focus and features a subscription based system that looks to be a competitor for Amazon’s Kindle and any other [...]
You can have the greatest device on the planet, with the coolest apps around, but if you don’t have reliable connectivity you’re essentially toting around a guessing game. As we see continued advances in devices and software solutions for those who live the mobile lifestyle, it becomes increasingly apparent that here in the US [...]
The mighty glacier that is Google’s web app strategy crept forward a bit with news that they’re introducing more user data synchronization to their Chrome Web browser. The plan starts with the obvious – bookmark synchronization – but more user data sync is planned for the future. Potentially, this means syncing or switching users on [...]
Timing is everything and whether or not Eric Schmidt resigned from Apple’s Board of Directors because of the FCC starting an inquiry over the Apple pulling the Google Voice apps and not allowing Google’s own app for Google Voice to go forward or not, this will always look like their is a cause and effect. [...]
Image can be everything and I guess Radio Shack wants to change its image, or at least that’s what the current talk is. Looks like August 6 will be the unveiling of a new promotion featuring The Shack supposedly connected to “larger than life laptops” in New York City and San Fransisco. There’s a countdown [...]
If you pre-ordered the Always Innovating Touch Book, apparently you’re in the queue to have your order shipped. You might remember the Touch Book as that Netbook with the detachable screen. Always Innovating mentioned earlier that pre-orders would be shipping with software that was in Beta and that in July there would be a “seamless [...]
Loren Heiny shares a simple trick to better find Tablet PC-created line drawings on Google. Basically, use the search term “Tablet PC” in an advanced image search, selecting “line drawings” as the content type. Also works for specific applications, like ArtRage, Alias Sketchbook and Windows Journal, by swapping the search term. Good way to meet [...]
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Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE Review: A Worthy Successor to the Original (Video)
When Sprint had debuted the original WiMax-capable HTC EVO 4G nearly two years ago, it was an instant hit on the Now network. Not only was the HTC EVO 4G the first 4G smartphone in the world taking advantage of Sprint’s then speedy WiMax network, but it brought some new features and pizzazz to the [...]
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 [...]
Google Search App iPhone and iPad Update Looks Beautiful (Video)
Google just delivered a beautiful update to the company’s Google Search app for the iPhone and iPad The Google Search app for iPhone and iPad replaced Safari as my browser of choice, earning a spot in the iPhone and iPad dock. It’s faster and offers a beautiful new full screen image search which looks awesome on the [...]
Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE Review: A Worthy Successor to the Original (Video)
When Sprint had debuted the original WiMax-capable HTC EVO 4G nearly two years ago, it was an instant hit on the Now network. Not only was the HTC EVO 4G the first 4G smartphone in the world taking advantage of Sprint’s then speedy WiMax network, but it brought some new features and pizzazz to the [...]
Ballistic Tough Jacket iPad Case Review: Serious Protection at a Bargain
Ballistic Cases compete with companies like Otterbox to offer more protection than a typical iPad case. The Ballistic Tough Jacket iPad Case for the New iPad and iPad 2 shields your iPad from accidents at a a better price than Otterbox. The Ballistic Tough Jacket uses three layers of shielding on the back, extra absorption on [...]
