On the heels of a recent update for Android (yep, Android users always get the first update to Google maps) an update for iPhon and iPad is now available. The update boasts an enhanced UI and a dedicated new iPad experience. So, what’s New in Version 2.0? Optimized iPad experience: A dedicated tablet design brings […]
Research Shows Over 6.6 billion mobile phones will be in use by 2017
There’s no arguing that mobile is here to stay and the mobile user HAS to be considered when launching your next web app, service or ?? Some recent stats reveal that very soon there will be more phones in use on the planet than there are people! Get this… Analysts predict that by 2017 more […]
New release of Waze 3.7 gets friendly and tight with facebook!
Just in time for all that summer travel, Waze has rolled out an update via the release of waze 3.7 (for iOS and Android). The friendly travel and navigation app has gotten even more friendly with additional enhancements to connect you with friends via facebook as well as additional enhancements that help keep you connected […]
Caterpillar Announces Cat B15 Rugged, Android Smartphone
WOAH, this is just downright awesome! The annual CTIA wireless industry show is on this week in Vegas and as usual, there’s plenty of cool announcements coming out of the mobile ecosystem. One announcement that really got my attention comes out of Cat (Caterpillar Inc), you know, the guys who make all that awesome, rugged, […]
Mobile Tip – Photos in the Cloud With Amazon Cloud Photos
An interesting mobile app to help with your mobile file storage issues, now supporting iOS – Amazon Cloud Photos. Release for iOS just today (May 9, 2013) the app syncs up with your cloud storage service and makes your data available for sharing. Protect and store all of your photos in one place with Amazon […]
Device Tip – 7" Android Jelly Bean Tablet with Inbuilt 3G and Voice Calling
The amazing Android powered mobile devices just keep on coming… is it any wonder why Android is dominating the mobile ecosystem? Enter the 7″ tablet running Jelly Bean and supporting 3G voice calling from AirTyme (India). No longer a simple e-reader and web browsing device, this 3G-enabled tablet allows students, field workers and commuters the […]
Dev Tip – Distribute your Android Apps in the Amazon Store
Are you an Android app developer? Well, given that Android is the World’s leading mobile OS it may be a good idea to think about it if you aren’t already. Some cool news for existing developers though as Amazon has greatly expanded their mobile offerings to now enable you to distribute (free or for sale) […]
facebook Home (Android) now in Google Play Store
Good news for all of you facebook fanatics that happen to be sporting Android devices running OS 4+ as the much hyped facebook home app is now available for you. The app hit Play today, April 12 although I suspect many folks won’t be able to run it unless of course you have the latest […]
Go on a Field Trip with Android via Field Trip
Here’s details of an interesting mobile app for Android called Field Trip (I heard about this from Marc Prolieau on a recent James Fee Google hangout). Some details… Field Trip can help you learn about everything from local history to the latest and best places to shop, eat, and have fun. You select the local […]
Samsung Introduces the richer, stronger, better, Samsung Galaxy S 4
The next killer Android and perhaps iPhone killer?? Today in New York a a special event billed as “Unpacked”, Samsung Electronics announced the fourth generation GALAXY S, the GALAXY S 4, according to Samsung “designed to get you closer to what matters in life and bring your world together”… and no doubt designed to continue […]