Learn all about PDF Maps, search and download map, become a PDF Maps vendor – Another fabulous resource for GeoGeeks and GeoTechs is something new from our friends at Avenza Systems. The crew has rolled out a new resource on the web at http://www.pdf-maps.com devoted to Avenza PDF Maps. The site informs you all about […]
Mobile Tip – Open StreetMap (OSM) Editors for iOS
There’s no arguing that OSM is all the rage… we’re now seeing OSM as a basemap layer in many web apps and services and the momentum is getting stronger it seems. With the increased attention on OSM there’s also a great opportunity for the community to contribute to the map and take part in building […]
Amazing Gesture Control Technology from Leap Motion
Imaging using your Mac with iPad-like touch gesture… In this video from The Verge David Pierce talks with Leap Motion CTO David Holz and gets a first look at the company’s next generation 3D motion-sensing device – some amazing technology and perhaps a huge leap in innovation and in the direction that usability and touch […]
PBS Video Looks at Apple Maps v Google Maps and Crowdsourcing
Indeed an interesting quote from an analyst in the video… Apple needs to own maps… they need to own location. It seems David Rumsey enjoys the 3D capabilities of Apple Maps and seems to indicate that the user experience is a little nicer with Apple – indeed Apple is good at making a good experience […]
Think Apple dominates the smartphone market? Think Again, Samsung is #1
In North America much of the mindset of the consumer is that iPhone completely dominates the smartphone market. the reality though is that Samsung is the Global leader in smartphone sales, and its not even close! Sales have been brisk and the numbers are out for !3 2012… According to IDC, the worldwide smartphone market […]
Arlington National Cemetery Web Map and Mobile App for iOS and Android
Some interesting news from D.C as the Arlington National Cemetery has released an interactive map (ANC Explorer) available through its website and through a free smartphone app (iOS, Android, and BB). Using geospatial technology, visitors to Arlington can now search the database for markers of family and loved ones or search for notable, historical grave […]
Apple Rolls Out iPad Mini, iPad 4th Gen, and MacBook Pro with 13" Retina Display
Lots of hype from the Kool-Aid drinking Apple community today as the company officially announced the much anticipated iPad mini, a new generation iPad, and a sweet 13″ MacBook Pro with retina display (starting at $1699) #drool. If you’re wondering about cost, the new mini will start off around the $329 price point and pre-orders […]
The Keystone ECO MarineCase II for Popular Smartphones
Here’s a clever product designed to keep your smartphone safe in very rugged environments – and best of all its a universal size that will fit a number of popular devices. Unlike other products, like Otterbox, for example, The Marine case is not designed for everyday use, but rather for those circumstances when smartphones need […]
Migrate from Blackberry to Android or iPhone with BerryMover
Here’s an interesting app available to mobile device users bailing on their loyalty with Blackberry – BerryMover transfers your BlackBerry contacts, calendar, tasks, notes, text messages and other data over to your iPhone and Android… Reclaim all the data stuck on your old BlackBerry and view it in BerryMover. Import contacts and appointments; view individual […]
Google Maps on iOS 6 – There's a Hack For That… perhaps!
Perhaps running Google maps on iOS and on your iPhone 5 is possible… Ok, perhaps not the greatest solution, unless jail breaking your shiny new iPhone 5 is something you’re willing to mess around with (no, I don’t suggest this at all!). This video, referenced via the Tech rag HuffPost shows off one hackers efforts […]