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Speaktoit Assistant iPhone App No Match for Siri
February 13, 2012
While the Speaktoit iPhone virtual assistant was indecisive, I’m not: The current iPhone version (0.2), which I tested, is essentially beta software that does a frustratingly inept job of speech recognition. The iPhone app costs $2, while the Android version is free—and does a far better job.
Tablet Typing Made Simple with ZAGGKeys Flex Bluetooth Keyboard for iOS, Android
February 12, 2012
The ZAGGkey Flex Bluetooth keyboard is a gadget designed to the typing process on your iOS and Android tablets and smartphones. Despite its compact size, you'll love the gadget's tactile feel and portability.
The iPhone, Android Walkie-Talkie App Everyone's Talking About
February 10, 2012
With SMS and instant messaging, does anyone still need a walkie talkie? Maybe not. But you’d never know it given Voxer’s popularity. The push-to-talk app is currently among the top free iPhone and Android apps, and its developer, Voxer LLC, says it’s processing more than 1 billion...
Android Security Woes: Google Wallet Threat Bad News for NFC Payments
February 10, 2012
New Google Wallet for Android security threats raise questions about the viability and public-willingness to adopt NFC mobile payments services, even though such services actually have the potential to improve payment security, says CIO.com's Al Sacco.
Opera Mini: Better Browsing on Your iPhone
February 08, 2012
Tired of Safari? The Opera Mini browser is fast, easy to use, and elegant. There are small drawbacks, but it's definitely worth a try.
Scribble for iPhone, iPad Annotates Piles of File Types
February 08, 2012
Soonr’s new iOS app for Apple’s iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, Scribble ($4), is designed to help busy people on the go refrain from becoming something their colleagues loathe: a productivity bottleneck.
Windows Phone 8: Next Step to a Seamless Windows Experience?
February 07, 2012
Windows Phone 8, an update reportedly due when the Windows 8 launches, will bring with it the Windows 8 look and feel and app compatibility. Here's a look at some anticipated mobile features in Windows Phone 8 including NFC and SkyDrive integration.
When Apple iOS Apps Go Bad
February 07, 2012
Apple cherry-picks features and integrates them into native iPhone apps, but many are mediocre and pale in comparison to third-party apps. Is Apple sending the wrong message?
What You Can Learn from Motorola's Recent Refurbed Tablet Security Scare
February 06, 2012
Motorola recently shipped about 100 refurbished XOOM Wi-Fi-only tablets that is says may contain sensitive information belonging to the original tablet owners. But the news would be a non-issue if those owners had simply performed a good ol' security wipe on their gadgets.
VIPorbit Puts New Spin on CRM iPhone Apps
February 06, 2012
VIPorbit claims to be “the only full-featured contact manager” for the iPhone. While there are a number of customer relationship management (CRM) apps for iOS devices, VIPorbit is certainly among the most full-featured of the lot. It’s also a pleasure to use and reasonably priced.
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