Archives For Chris Leckness
Diamond Multimedia AMP1000 Android Media Player Puts Android on HDTVs
Diamond Multimedia launches their Android powered 1080P Media Player, the AMP1000
Windows Phone Overtakes iOS in 2016? I Doubt It.
Let me preface by saying that despite owning more Apple products than the average Apple Fanboy, I dislike Apple. I respect Apple's innovation of existing technology and their knack for getting the general public to buy in to their products.
6 Months Later, I Still Love My Galaxy Nexus
Back in December 2011, I was very excited about the Galaxy Nexus just like everyone else. Many of the others that shared my excitement are past the Nexus and on to the next big thing now. Not me, I still love my Galaxy Nexus. Many awesome phones have popped up sin...
Fitbit Aria WiFi Scale Review
The Fitbit Aria is a WiFi scale that is very similar to the popular Withings scale. It's not necessarily related to mobile tech, but the way I am using it and the Fitbit Ultra in combination with my Galaxy Nexus is. I am using all the tools I have at my disposal to...
Safely Offers Awesome Phone Safety Tools for Parents
According to Safely, 75% of kids 12-17 have a cell phone. Most of the parents allow kids this age to carry cell phones for safety, but kids will be kids. I worry every day about my daughter who averages 5,000+ texts a month.
LG Windows Phones Put on Hold, For Now
Did you even know that LG Manufactured Windows Phones? When I was checking out the Twitter chatter this morning, I was amazed at the amount of people out there that didn't even realize LG even manufactured a Windows Phone device. I guess most people didn't give Window...
Google Drive Automatically Downloaded and Replaced My Google Docs App
Android users looking for the Google Docs app might be surprised to discover that it is missing. Google replaced Google Docs for Android with the new Google Drive app on many Android phones. Google Drive is a free online storage service from Google that keeps documen...
Instattoo – World’s First Tattoo Generator App
Custom Tattoo creation, there's and app for that now. Today, Amidio Inc released Instattoo for iOS, the world's first tattoo generator.
Otterbox Now Offers Low Profile Protection and Realtree Camouflage for the iPhone
Now you can take your iPhone into the woods with you without giving away your position, unless the phone actually rings. Perfect for hunters and those that just want to look like hunters. Otterbox has partnered up with Realtree camouflage on a line of Commuter S...
HTC One X, Nokia Lumia 900, or iPhone 4s Screens – Which Looks Best?
If you are in the market for one of the hottest AT&T phones on the market and wonder which screen looks best, YouTube user foxfire235 has three hot new phones side by side for you. He takes a quick look at the differences between the top 3 AT&T smart phones,...
Facebook Planning a Big Update for Windows Phone App
The Facebook for Windows Phone team is listening to users and promises a big update soon. On their own Facebook page this morning, the team announced some of the v2.5 changes that are being tested now.
Otterbox Commuter Series for Samsung Galaxy Nexus
The Otterbox Commuter series is sleeker than the Otterbox Defender while still providing some great protection for your Galaxy Nexus.
Good News Verizon Customers, Windows Phone Love Seems Inevitable Now
Last week, Josh if the Nokia Lumia 900 could be Windows Phone's "Droid". I think with AT&T, it can well at a lower level, but there's no way it will reach "Droid" status.
Amazon is Selling Sprint 4G Phones for 1 Cent
Amazon is blowing out Sprint 4G models this month. You can grab one of seven hot Sprint phones until April 30th for 1 cent. Of course, like most of these cool deals, you have to be a new subscriber and sign a contract, which I believe includes a commitment to a $79.99 u...
Do You Want To Mount the iPhone on a DSLR?
I am not exactly sure why anyone would want to mount their iPhone to their DSLR, but there has to be a reason. Right? Steve Sande over at TUAW shares the Flash-dock, a new iPhone and DSLR accessory that attaches to the hot-shoe mount on the top of most DLSR came...
Verizon Wireless will turn on LTE in Tuscaloosa on April 19th
Yes, that is correct, Verizon Wireless announced today via press release that they will flip the LTE switch in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on April 19th, 2012.
ChevronWP7 for Windows Phone Shuts Down. What Does Future Proof Mean?
On Friday, the guys behind ChevronWP7 announced that the program is now officially over. Those that participated in this program to unlock our Windows Phone devices were actually part of a "Beta Test" apparently.
Case-Mate Pop Case for Samsung Galaxy Nexus
I have been checking out cases for my Galaxy Nexus lately. After my iPhone back glass got busted by a very minor fall and my wife busting her iPhone's front glass a couple of weeks ago, I am thinking about protecting my phones better.
Nokia Steps Up Big Time, Admits Trouble and Offers Fix for Lumia 900
As noted yesterday, Nokia Lumia 900 users were experiencing data issues in areas that they should have coverage. There were a couple of temporary fixes posted online to get around these issues.
How to Get More Screen Real Estate for your Android Phone
Android phones have a set resolution and pixel density from the factory, but it;s easy to tweak this for a better user experience and more screen real estate. Looking at screenshots posted online, Android users may notice that someone who has their phone has more re...
Silent Time Pro for Android – Don’t Let Wrong Numbers and Notifications Wake You
I have been using my Samsung Galaxy Nexus as my alarm clock lately but there has been some major late night drama in my bedroom. I sleep like a bear, nothing wakes me up, not even severe weather.
Will the Lumia 900 Help Microsoft Like the Dell Axim X5 Did 10 Years Ago?
Back in 2002, Microsoft was buzzing in the IT world with Pocket PC handheld devices. The problem with them was the price. I was very envious of a friend of mine that dropped almost $700 on one, which I believe was a Toshiba.
AT&T Makes Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II Available For Purchase Online
If you've been waiting for one of the hot new Windows Phone offerings that have been in the works since CES 2012, your wait is over.
Nokia Lumia 900 Ripped Open Already
Every time a new device hits the pavement, there are sites out there that throw one in a blender, rip it open to show the world its innards, and all sorts of other attention-getting tests and processes.
Hey Microsoft, Windows Phone Still Needs Screen Shot Ability!
If you have ever used a Windows Phone device, you know that screenshots are not something that Windows Phone does. Sure, Windows Phone can post to Facebook and Twitter at the same time.
Windows Phone, iOS, Android: Mobile OSes and Me!
Today a reader commented on "Moving from Android to Windows Phone 7 Part 6: The Verdict", an article I posted last fall when I switched from the Motorola Atrix as my personal daily driver to the HTC Titan.
The 3rd Custom ROM for My Verizon Galaxy Nexus, GummyNex 0.9.0 [VIDEO]
After a few months of installing, removing, and installing more apps, hacks, etc, It was time to wipe the canvas and start over again.
Windows Phone 7 on Your Android Phone
I am not exactly sure why I have been playing around with my phones so much lately, but it is fun to drastically change your phone's appearance from time to time.
Nokia Lumia 900 or HTC Titan II, Which Will You Buy? [Poll]
Now that we have a date and price for both of AT&T's hot new Windows Phones, the HTC Titan II and the Nokia Lumia 900, which one are you leaning towards? Both phones launch on April 8th and the Titan II will set you back $199.99 on contract, which is not a bad pr...
Metro UI Theme for the Galaxy Tab 10.1
If you are into modding your Galaxy Tab, XDA Developers user BroBot175 has a fresh look for you, MetroUI. It's amazing what kind of work people do with open platforms. This modification brings the exciting look and feel of Windows 8 to the Galaxy Tab 10.1 now. T...
glƏƏk! – A New, Unique, Well Done Twitter Client for Windows Phone
It seems like quality Twitter clients for Windows Phone are popping up every day. There are already some high quality clients out there like Mehdoh, Carbon, and my favorite Rowi.
Smoked by Windows Phone Drama Arises
Over the weekend, there was a bit of drama that took place at a Microsoft Store in Santa Clara. Sahas Katta from Scatter Tech headed down with his Samsung Galaxy Nexus to give the "Take the $1,000 Windows Phone Challenge" a go.
Free Games With Ads or Paid Apps Without? [Poll]
Unless you are living under a rock, you know that Angry Birds Space was launched last week for Android and iOS. Windows Phone was left out as I expected, but later on launch day, Rovio changed their tune and said they would be working on a Windows Phone version.
iScore: Using Mobile to Score Baseball Games!
I have been working on a simple website for my son's baseball team this weekend. The goal of the site is two fold, one to let parents know when the next game and/or practice is and to let the kids get excited seeing their names online with their stats.
Woman Falls Off Pier While Texting
Texting and Driving. Texting and Walking. Tweeting and Driving. All Bad! While you might want to chuckle, it's a pretty serious issue.
