When Google launched their Google Wallet payment service, it was initially not available on Verizon Wireless. However, it now appears that after yesterday's update, Google Wallet is now working on Verizon Wireless. According to a number of owners of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus LTE, the app now works, … [Read more...] about Google Wallet Now Works On Verizon Galaxy Nexus
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Samsung Confirms Galaxy Note 2 To Be Announced 29th August
We have been hearing a number of rumors about the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 over the last few weeks, and were expecting the device to be announced some time later this month. Now Samsung has confirmed that they will announce the new Galaxy Note 2 at their IFA press event later this month, which takes … [Read more...] about Samsung Confirms Galaxy Note 2 To Be Announced 29th August
FDA Approves Ingestible Sensor That Communicates with Smartphone App
The FDA has approved an ingestible sensor in the US that has been in use in Europe since 2011. The sensor is called the Ingestion Event Marker and involves a sensor the size of a grain of sand embedded in a pill or other edible item. The sensor is swallowed by the user and is powered by stomach … [Read more...] about FDA Approves Ingestible Sensor That Communicates with Smartphone App
New Apple Smart Cover Patent With Embedded Display Revealed
Apple has been granted another patent for a new Smart Cover, although this one is slightly different than Apple's existing Smart Cover as it features a secondary built-in display. As you can see in the figure below, this new smart cover features a built-in flexible display, and it is designed to … [Read more...] about New Apple Smart Cover Patent With Embedded Display Revealed
RIM BlackBerry PlayBook 4G LTE Tablet Launches In Canada 9th Of August
We recently heard that RIM would be launching their new BlackBerry PlayBook 4G LTE tablet before the end of July, and now RIM has just announced that the device will be launched in Canada on the 9th of August. The BlackBerry PlayBook 4G LTE will be available in Canada from next Thursday from mobile … [Read more...] about RIM BlackBerry PlayBook 4G LTE Tablet Launches In Canada 9th Of August
Sharp Says They Are Shipping Screens For iPhone 5 This Month
We have been hearing rumors over the last few weeks that Apple intends to officially announce the new iPhone 5 next month, with a date of the 12th of September tipped for the official announcement. Now, according to a recent report from Sharp, they have said that they will start shipping displays … [Read more...] about Sharp Says They Are Shipping Screens For iPhone 5 This Month
Nexus Q Pre-orders Start Shipping
Google announced yesterday that they were delaying the launch of their Nexus Q media streamer in order to improve the device. They also announced that anyone who had pre-ordered the device for the $299 price tag would now get the Nexus Q for free. Now it would appear that the first Nexus Q devices … [Read more...] about Nexus Q Pre-orders Start Shipping
HTC Rezound Android 4.0 Update Released
We have been hearing for a while that the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for the HTC Rezound on Verizon would be available shortly, and now it would appear that the update has started to roll out. According to the guys over at Android Police, Verizon has started rolling out the update to the … [Read more...] about HTC Rezound Android 4.0 Update Released
Facebook App Center Rolls Out Worldwide
Today, Facebook has rolled out their new App Center worldwide, allowing all Facebook users to now benefit from the social network's online store for desktop and mobile applications. Facebook's App Center has been available since June in English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, … [Read more...] about Facebook App Center Rolls Out Worldwide
RIM Considering Licensing BlackBerry 10 To Other Manufacturers
RIM, a company which was once dominant in the smartphone market, seems to be unable to keep up with the likes of Android and Apple's iOS. Now, it would appear that RIM may be considering a new direction for the company. According to a recent report by The Telegraph, who spoke to RIM's CEO, Thorsten … [Read more...] about RIM Considering Licensing BlackBerry 10 To Other Manufacturers
Olympic WiFi Police Clamp Down On 3G Hotspots At Games
Further to the banning of 3G hotspots at the London 2012 Olympic games, to protect the communication of referee and measuring devices used within the different sports at the London 2012 games, from wireless interference during large public events. The Olympic's have "Wifi Police" patrolling the … [Read more...] about Olympic WiFi Police Clamp Down On 3G Hotspots At Games
O2 Pocket Hotspot Launches In The UK
O2 has today launched a new 3G Pocket Hotspot to the range of service and devices, providing owners with Wi-Fi connectivity where 3G signal is available. This innovative device is designed to offer seamless internet access on the go, making it an ideal solution for travelers, remote workers, and … [Read more...] about O2 Pocket Hotspot Launches In The UK
