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Many Blogs Are Now on Death Row

August 6, 2010 at 6:11 am

Magazines? What are those? We are living in a time when digital media reigns supreme. If you’re like me, you likely subscribe or follow several blogs to get your daily fill of news and information.

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GBM Shortcut: Note Taker HD Brings Ink to iPad

July 12, 2010 at 5:38 am

After posting a GBM Shortcut demonstrating FastFinga's features, I was prompted by Dan Bricklin via Twitter to check out his Note Taker HD app for the iPad.

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GBM Shortcut: FastFinga Inking on the iPad

June 29, 2010 at 3:53 am

I'm always on the hunt for iPad apps that turn the media consumption device into a useful productivity tool. Unlike Steve Jobs, I still believe that the pen has a place in digital note taking and computing.

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What Happens When Motorola Droid and RunKeeper Play Hockey

June 14, 2010 at 5:21 am

You've likely seen numerous posts on Twitter and Facebook of runners proudly sharing the detailed statistics of their distance workouts.

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The iPhone’s Role in Limited Data Plans

June 10, 2010 at 4:42 am

As a Verizon Wireless subscriber for over five years, I've had essentially no problems with their wireless service. My experience with customer service, on the other hand, has had its share of bad moments, but I'm happy overall.

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What the Ever Expanding Android Market Needs

May 17, 2010 at 2:53 am

The Android Market, Android's apps store, is finally featuring applications that are able to compete with and rival those of Apple's.

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Palm App Catalog Bites the Dust

May 15, 2010 at 10:21 am

Got a Palm Pixi or Pre through Verizon Wireless? You might want to hold off downloading any new apps for a while as it appears a bug has caused many Pixi and Pre users to lose access to their applications.

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A Tour Through Silicon Valley

April 1, 2010 at 10:14 am

My wife and I have been fortunate to visit my brother-in-law in Mountain View, California, this week. Part of the agreement my wife and I made while out this way was that we each had one full day to plan whatever events we wanted.

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Notion Ink Adam vs. iPad Comparison, Video

February 28, 2010 at 2:07 pm

Thinking the iPad looks pretty sweet? The folks at Technoholik have given us another reason to think twice.  An interesting side-by-side comparison of the two devices highlights a few major differences such as the camera, battery life, and video-out options.

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Tablet PC 2.0: How Important is the Pen?

February 15, 2010 at 9:10 am

The heart and soul of GottaBeMobile has been Tablet PCs; we've documented and provided news about the latest and greatest tablets to hit the market for several years.

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TrendyDigital Keeps iPad, Kindle Waterproof and Trendy

February 14, 2010 at 12:10 pm

Thinking about using that new iPad at the beach this summer? The folks at TrendyDigital have a few iPad and eBook accessories they're hoping you'll find useful.

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Bulletproof BlackBerry Saves Life

February 11, 2010 at 7:01 pm

You've heard the legend of Lt. Dixon's bulletproof gold coin, but what about the lady who lived to see another day thanks to her bulletproof BlackBerry?  A Dayton, Ohio, woman is lucky to be alive thanks to her lifesaving smartphone.  According to police, the BlackBer...

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Motorola Retracts Android 2.1 Update Details for Droid

February 10, 2010 at 2:54 pm

Now you see it, now you don't!  Motorola has pulled the information they posted regarding their upcoming OTA Android 2.1 update for the Droid.  According to their official forums, the press release with full details was premature.

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Netbook or iPad? The Pros and Cons

February 9, 2010 at 1:42 pm

I was a big fan of netbooks when they first came out.  They're cheap, provide plenty of functionality, and make great traveling companions.  Despite the booming popularity of netbooks, I believe that the iPad will create a new market for tablet-styled devices.  Wheth...

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Skooba Debuts iPad Bags, R.A.P.S!

February 1, 2010 at 6:23 pm

Skooba has taken the dive into all things iPad with their new line of custom messenger bags, sleeves, and R.A.P.S!  The three specialized pouches feature a $14.95 R.A.P.S! (pictured right), the $19.95 Neo Sleeve, and a $49.95 Netbook/iPad Messenger.  The three Skooba ...

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Take the enTourage eDGe for a Spin

January 29, 2010 at 6:38 pm

You've seen our coverage of the forthcoming enTourage eDGe which includes Sumocat's impressions, but you want to know a little bit more.  It's called gadget obsession, and you've likely got it if you frequent GottaBeMobile.  Good thing the folks at enTourage have come...

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The iPad: An Opportunity to Change Education

January 28, 2010 at 5:11 am

Around 1450, a man named Johannes Gutenberg created a device that has had an immeasurable impact upon all people.  His machine, the printing press, made it possible for text to be distributed much faster than the scribing process.  Fast forward to 2010, the year that ...

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Beat the System with Google Voice

January 22, 2010 at 5:01 am

Am I the only person in America who thinks wireless carrier's plans are purposely difficult to understand and too costly?  Data plan caps, tethering, ETFs and a lot of other lingo often prevent folks from considering phones with data plans.  I wasn't surprised during ...

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OLPC Gets Tossed in Demonstration

January 21, 2010 at 6:12 pm

Not sure what it is, but seeing electronics smashed, dropped, and blown up is just plain cool.  Case in point is the OLPC XO laptop featured in this video from OLPCNews.com.  The OLPC buzz has been slow lately and the organization appears to be weakening from within, ...

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10 Free Apps Make Sure Droid Still Does

January 2, 2010 at 9:26 am

I've been rocking my Motorola Droid since the first day it was available to the public.  Although it is still a little rough around the edges, the Droid is a different animal from the iPhone and offers an equal amount of impressive and useful features.  This list of t...

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The Smartbook is Coming

December 28, 2009 at 7:35 am

Let's face it, the smartbook will become the inevitable next step in the evolution of our two favorite mobile gadgets: the smartphone and the netbook.  As our demand for mobile Internet content continues to grow, smartphones become more powerful, and mainstream consume...

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Still Time to Hack 2009 Thanks to Lifehacker

December 24, 2009 at 8:45 am

Want to know 2009's best tips, tricks, and hacks?  Look no further than Lifehacker's popular Best of 2009 series.  Lifehacker, the popular site that helps you make life better in nearly every conceivable area, has published their best of 2009 tips and tricks.  ...

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What $100 Can’t Get You

December 22, 2009 at 1:09 pm

The goal of the original One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) was to create a $100 computer that could be given to impoverished school children.  Around the same time as the OLPC, Asus was working on their own budget-friendly consumer laptop, the Eee PC 701 Netbook.  Two years...

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Nexus One News and Weather Widget Available for Droid

December 19, 2009 at 2:15 pm

The recent news of Google's own smartphone, the Nexus One, has generated a lot of discussion and blurry screenshots.  Despite the quality of these low light glimpses into Google's phone, there are many clear gems coming to us in the future Android 2.1 OS.  The Goo...

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Grading My 2009 Predictions

December 15, 2009 at 5:00 am

Taking a look at Warner's scores for his 2009 predictions prompted me to review and grade my own thoughts regarding what I thought would happen throughout this past year.  Read below to examine what I thought 2009 would hold in the tech world.  Here were my prediction...

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Verizon Abandoning the Droid Attack?

November 25, 2009 at 11:28 am

Many news sites and blogs are hailing the Motorola Droid's marketing campaign as a substantial success.  It has been estimated that over 250,000 Droid's were sold in the first week of its launch in early November.  NFL games and family sitcoms have been interrupted by...

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Motorola Droid: Do You Feel The Need to Kill?

November 21, 2009 at 5:26 pm

To kill or not to kill?  That is the question Motorola Droid owners are asking themselves lately.  I have been using and enjoying my Motorola Droid since it was released a few weeks ago.  While I am happy with the phone, it is a little rough around the edges an...

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Motorola Droid Screen Scratch Test: No Protection Needed?

November 11, 2009 at 3:52 pm

Few things bring me joy like watching gadgets get blow up, smashed, destroyed, or scratched.  One southern gentleman has been brave enough to subject his Motorola Droid to the famous "sharp key scratch test."  As the video shows, a sharp key is thrust over an unpr...

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BlackBerry Gets Attacked by Droids: First Impressions

November 7, 2009 at 8:29 am

I managed to snag a Motorola Droid from my local Verizon store in Huber Heights, Ohio, after work yesterday.  To my surprise there was no line and the store was fairly empty.  A few customers were checking out the Droid, but the crowd was thin.  I asked the Verizon e...

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Forget CrunchPad, Meet InkPad

October 17, 2009 at 3:37 am

My daily routine is centered around a paper tablet.  I keep track of my to-do items, record important notes, and write down new ideas.  I love having the ability to write things down as they enter my mind and simply flipping back a few pages to remember what I did the...

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How Many Computers Have You Owned?

October 3, 2009 at 9:47 am

I've owned many computers throughout my life, perhaps more than I'd like to admit.  I sat down the other day in an attempt to create the most complete list of computers that I've owned since I delved into the tech world.  It all started with a Mac SE that my father wo...

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Moblin v2 Impressions: This Has Potential

September 29, 2009 at 4:24 am

I have been using Moblin version 2 on my Dell Mini 10v netbook exclusively for the past couple days.  The linux variant is specifically tailored for a netbook's smaller screen size, longer battery life, and Intel Atom Processor.  While the overall OS is smooth and...

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Alternative Netbook Operating Systems

September 22, 2009 at 3:34 am

Rather than sticking with Microsoft Windows XP or the updated Windows 7, there are a variety of reasons for checking out alternative operating systems for your netbook.  The benefits of using a few of the following operating systems include being a part of a community ...

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High Resolution Netbooks Do Exist!

September 5, 2009 at 8:32 am

If you're like me, you've been frustrated a time or two by the limited screen resolution of your favorite netbook.   A 10.1-inch screen was a vast improvement over the original 7-inch Eee PC, but my eyes can still feel like they're jailed at 1024x600; A claustrophobic ...

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Why I’ll Pass on the Apple Tablet

September 5, 2009 at 7:09 am

You may have read how I believe the upcoming Apple Tablet or CrunchPad would be an excellent tool for K-12 students. While I do believe these tablet devices could have a significant positive impact on the realm of education, I don't plan on purchasing one for my persona...

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