I have been using an iPhone since the first generation device came out, and I have an iPad I spend lots of time on now as well. On the iPad, I can hit buttons and keys without any issues and type blazingly fast to boot. On my iPhone, however, I often hit the wrong keys, and links on websites are … [Read more...] about Mi-Stylus is Perfect for the Fat Finger iPhone and iPad User
Shane McGlaun
Author Archives: Shane McGlaun
Shane has been a full time geek writing for his supper for six years. He has written for some of the coolest tech sites online and had reviews printed in the print versions of Laptop Magazine and Computer Shopper. You can follow him on Google+.
Common Cents Prepaid Wireless from Sprint and Walmart Debuts
I have never liked the fact that most wireless plans round you up to the next minute no matter if you use 59 seconds or five seconds of the next minute. That seems like a rip-off to me. Sprint and Walmart have unveiled a new prepaid wireless offering called Common Cents that changes that. With … [Read more...] about Common Cents Prepaid Wireless from Sprint and Walmart Debuts
Yanko Design Offers Avatar 1259B Watch You Can Purchase
Normally, when we talk about watches that turn up at Yanko Design, they are nothing but design concepts that you can just look at and dream of owning. These conceptual designs often push the boundaries of creativity and innovation, showcasing what the future of timekeeping might look like. However, … [Read more...] about Yanko Design Offers Avatar 1259B Watch You Can Purchase
Asus Eee Keyboard Now Shipping
Last month we mentioned that the Eee Keyboard had finally gone up for pre-order over at Amazon. We first heard about the Eee Keyboard back during CES 2009 when Asus was showing the thing off in its booth at the show. It was expected to be available long before now. As of today, the Eee Keyboard is … [Read more...] about Asus Eee Keyboard Now Shipping
Zipper Bracelet Watch is Retro 80’s ugly
Most of the watch concepts that I run across are cool in some way. Most of the concepts look cool for instance and offer a strange way to tell time, but this latest concept watch over at Yanko Design is ugly. I can see the strange kids running around the local high school wearing pants large enough … [Read more...] about Zipper Bracelet Watch is Retro 80’s ugly
Clearwire Will Stick with WiMax Until 2012 says CEO
The only companies to choose to use WiMax over LTE for 4G networks in America were Sprint and Clearwire. The two firms work together to roll out networks using WiMax around the country. Last week, Clearwire made mention that it had modified an agreement with Intel that would let either firm walk … [Read more...] about Clearwire Will Stick with WiMax Until 2012 says CEO
Samsung X170 Breaks Out of the Shadows into the Barbie World
Last year, there was a line of new netbooks that were branded with some Disney characters and Nickelodeon shows that my kids liked. My 5-year-old daughter had never shown an interest in a computer until her favorite shows were branded on them, then she wanted one. The latest bit of marketing … [Read more...] about Samsung X170 Breaks Out of the Shadows into the Barbie World
Bugplug is the Weirdest Power Saving Device Ever
Being green can be a challenge if you have lots of electronics in your home. The challenge is that many of the items we have in the house like the TV or computer draw power even when you think they are turned off. This phenomenon is often referred to as "phantom load" or "vampire power," and it can … [Read more...] about Bugplug is the Weirdest Power Saving Device Ever
Rumor: Toshiba Working on World’s Lightest 13-inch Notebook
When it comes to notebooks, I want one that is light, has great battery life, and offers performance. Those things aren’t typically available in one machine since most lightweight ultraportables use slower processors to save battery life. A new rumor is going around about a Toshiba notebook that … [Read more...] about Rumor: Toshiba Working on World’s Lightest 13-inch Notebook
DIY Abduction UFO Lamp Puts All Others To Shame
We have seen a few lamps with a UFO themes before, and one of them was even based on the animal abduction theme like these awesome DIY UFO lamps designed by Jason Dietz. When this dude makes a UFO lamp, he goes all out and does it up big time. The massive lamps stand 5-feet 5-inches tall and have … [Read more...] about DIY Abduction UFO Lamp Puts All Others To Shame
iHome Updates iP90 iPhone/iPod Alarm Clock
I am not a big user of accessories for my iPhone. I don't use a home phone though, so I like to keep the iPhone near me wherever I am. That is especially true at night in case I need the phone in an emergency, so I have a clock that charges the iPhone next to my bed. If you are in the market for a … [Read more...] about iHome Updates iP90 iPhone/iPod Alarm Clock
Apple Patent Application Uses Heart Rhythm to ID Users
I avoid anything with biometric sensors today. They tend to sound good on paper, but when it comes time to use them, they often leave a lot to be desired. For instance, my Dell notebook has a fingerprint scanner that seldom actually lets me into the computer. This experience is not unique to me; … [Read more...] about Apple Patent Application Uses Heart Rhythm to ID Users
