First, Facebook purchased WhatsApp (in 2014 for a mere $19 billion USD). Second, Facebook introduces voice calling into the app. Third, Facebook adds full-on integration of WhatsApp mobile messaging service into their signature social media app. Loosely translated, this means beta users of the newly integrated Facebook app can use a dedicated 'send' button to share messages … [Read more...] about Facebook for Android Test Drives WhatsApp Integration
Canada Gets Google Play for Education, Classroom-Ready Android Tablets
Those of us in Canada have been sitting on the sidelines as Google Play for Education was developed and deployed in the United States in November of 2013, and later in the UK earlier this year; fortunately we don't have any longer to wait. This news is exciting, particularly for those of us with young children. Described as a “'one-stop shop' for engaging, educator-approved … [Read more...] about Canada Gets Google Play for Education, Classroom-Ready Android Tablets
Classic Arcade Title Fatal Fury Special Released for Android, iOS
It makes me sad when I think that my kids will never know the joy of plugging quarters into a machine deep inside a dark (and usually dingy) arcade. Gaming was different then, in a way I can't explain... the closest I can come is to say we were somehow grateful for new titles (and we certainly didn't imagine a time when we'd carry them in our pockets and play them in the palms … [Read more...] about Classic Arcade Title Fatal Fury Special Released for Android, iOS
Kindle v4.8 For iOS Adds Flashcards to iPhone, iPod Touch
Amazon has been busy this last while, the latest measure of this work being an update to their Kindle iOS app. In addition to changes that promise improvements to stability and performance, students will enjoy iPhone and iPod Touch support for the well-loved Flashcards for Print Replica format textbooks functionality (there things were available for the iPad before, the … [Read more...] about Kindle v4.8 For iOS Adds Flashcards to iPhone, iPod Touch
Amazon Prime Instant Video Arrives on Android Tablets
Android users have been able to stream Amazon Prime Instant Video to their smartphones for some time now, but finally the app is tablet-compatible (for those who don't have Kindle Fire hardware). To make it work, grab the Amazon Instant Video app (which is free, but you are still going to need a subscription to the Prime service of course). From there, just visit Amazon.com … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Instant Video Arrives on Android Tablets
Kodansha Launches New Manga
Last weekend, at the Anime Boston convention, comic distributor Kodansha introduced a list of several new manga. The six titles introduced included a new Persona manga, a new Vinland Saga to break the hiatus, and an original horror manga about cats. Attack on Titan 16 Special Edition This special edition contains a set of premium-quality playing cards, each with a … [Read more...] about Kodansha Launches New Manga
Apple Watch Pre-Orders Begin at 12:01AM PT on April 10
It's almost here! Pre-orders for the much-anticipated Apple Watch will begin on Friday, April 10 at 12:01AM Pacific Time. Apple updated the Apple Watch page of their online store today to reflect the pre-order date and time (and build excitement, which is something they are especially good at). Pre-orders will go-live simultaneously in all of the first-wave launch … [Read more...] about Apple Watch Pre-Orders Begin at 12:01AM PT on April 10
Microsoft Set to Deliver Unlocked Surface 3 LTE
Microsoft is full of surprises these days, the latest of which was delivered when their Surface team fielded questions during a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) session. Fans of the Surface tablet were curious whether there would be a model with 3G/LTE that wasn't locked to a carrier --the official answer to which was yes (though the timeframe given carried the typical Microsoft … [Read more...] about Microsoft Set to Deliver Unlocked Surface 3 LTE
Top 5 New Anime for April 2015
There are certain times of year when new anime arrives in hordes, and April is one of those times. And sometimes it can be hard to weed through the slew of new shows and find the ones worth watching. The following is a list of the top five most promising new series, whether by the based material or just the great premise of the plot. For the purposes of this list, we've … [Read more...] about Top 5 New Anime for April 2015
Amazon Turns Your House Into A Shopping Cart
It doesn't seem to matter how many lists I make, or where exactly I store them, somehow I always end up going to the store and forgetting half of the items I went there for. Amazon gets it (and they would also like to get your business). To that end, the online retail giant has created the Dash Button: a small plastic button, complete with reusable adhesive and a hook, that can … [Read more...] about Amazon Turns Your House Into A Shopping Cart
Microsoft Announces Intel Atom-Powered Windows 8.1 Surface 3
Beginning in May there will be a new Surface 3 tablet in town, and this time it's a more affordable version of Microsoft's flagship Surface Pro 3. While the Surface Pro 3 floated on the high-end of tablet pricing starting at $799 USD, the new Surface 3 begins at a much lower $499 USD. Aimed at students and families, this new Surface 3 doesn't appear to sacrifice features … [Read more...] about Microsoft Announces Intel Atom-Powered Windows 8.1 Surface 3