Nokia was quick to stay clear of the ongoing frenzy surrounding the Carrier IQ data logging software snafu, stressing that its devices do not have the controversial software installed. With potential privacy issues stirring up the mobile device environment, it’s no wonder a Nokia official quickly … [Read more...] about Nokia Distances From Carrier IQ
Archives for December 2011
Heavy Smartphone Use Alarms Health Experts
Having sore thumbs or an aching neck lately? That could be a sign of using your smartphone too much, according to some health experts in Britain. Being able to do so many things on your smartphone has its perks, but the downside is that so much time is being spent on such devices that the body might … [Read more...] about Heavy Smartphone Use Alarms Health Experts
The End To Fingerprint-Tainted Touchscreens?
Having a phone that's a fingerprint magnet may soon be a thing of the past. The solution, it seems, comes with the use of candle soot and silica using the right amount of temperature to put an end to fingerprint-tainted touchscreens. A group of researchers from Germany have tested this … [Read more...] about The End To Fingerprint-Tainted Touchscreens?
Recalls Issued on Battery Cases from Best Buy and Mophie
If you have purchased a battery case branded with Mophie Juice Pack Air for your iPod touch 4G or a Best Buy Rocketfish battery case for your iPhone 3G or 3GS, you need to listen up. Best Buy and Mophie have both issued separate recalls on these products. Mophie is recalling 6,118 iPod touch … [Read more...] about Recalls Issued on Battery Cases from Best Buy and Mophie
Portal 2 Turret Plush from ThinkGeek is Awesome
I like it when cool toys and gadgets come from video games into the real world. If you are a fan of Portal 2, you will recognize the turret standing below right away. The turret is one of the things that can give some players a hard time when they are playing. ThinkGeek has announced an … [Read more...] about Portal 2 Turret Plush from ThinkGeek is Awesome
Knobroom MIDI Controller Add-on Created For Adobe Lightroom 3 (video)
A free add-on for Adobe Lightroom called Knobroom is available that will allow you to control the creative adjustments of photos using physical sliders and knobs from a Midi controller with Adobe's Lightroom 3 software. The software add-on has been around for some time but is a great way to add a … [Read more...] about Knobroom MIDI Controller Add-on Created For Adobe Lightroom 3 (video)
Team Fortress 2 Fan Builds Life Size Sentry And Force a’ Nature (video)
Prop maker and Team Fortress 2 fan Zander Brandt has used his exceptional model-making skills to create a fantastic life-size replica of the stage one Team Fortress 2 sentry gun and Scout Force a' Nature. This impressive feat showcases not only his talent but also his deep passion for the game and … [Read more...] about Team Fortress 2 Fan Builds Life Size Sentry And Force a’ Nature (video)
Weezy Bluetooth Speaker Connector (video)
Eikonsite have this week unveiled their new Weezy device, which has been designed to enable older home entertainment systems to be able to easily play music from smartphones and tablets. Weezy simply plugs directly into your ageing music system, and then connects to your state of the art smartphone … [Read more...] about Weezy Bluetooth Speaker Connector (video)
Acer Iconia Tab A200 Officially Announced (video)
Early this week we featured a new demonstration video of the then yet to be announced, Acer Iconia Tab A200. Well today Acer has now officially announced the arrival of their new Iconia Tab A200 tablet. The Acer Iconia Tab A200 is equipped with a 10.1-inch display sporting a resolution of 1280 x … [Read more...] about Acer Iconia Tab A200 Officially Announced (video)
Steam Workshop To Host Custom Made Skyrim Mods
Bethesda has announced that its new Creation Kit is due to arrive in January 2012 together with Skyrim mod tools. This highly anticipated release will enable gamers to create Skyrim mod scripts that can then be made available to other gamers via Steam's Workshop service. Enhanced Modding … [Read more...] about Steam Workshop To Host Custom Made Skyrim Mods
Dijit Universal Remote iPad App Arriving Soon
The creators and developers of the popular Dijit universal remote application, which is currently available for the iPhone, iPod, and Android devices, have announced this week that they are now working on an iPad version. This new version is expected to arrive in the Apple iTunes Store very shortly, … [Read more...] about Dijit Universal Remote iPad App Arriving Soon
Senseg Unveils New Technology That Creates Textures On Flat Screens
Senseg has unveiled a groundbreaking new technology that allows them to create textures on flat screen tablets. This innovative technology provides users with the sensation of texture when they run their fingers over the flat glass screen, revolutionizing the way we interact with touch devices. To … [Read more...] about Senseg Unveils New Technology That Creates Textures On Flat Screens
