The last great phone Blackberry made was the Torch. This model had a full touchscreen a slider keyboard, it gave you the best of both worlds. Sadly, since then phones have either had a keyboard and a small screen or a large screen and no keyboard. It looks like Blackberry is releasing a modern version of the Torch, using their new BB10 operating system. One of the most … [Read more...] about Blackberry Unveils Torch Inspired Slider Smartphone
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Google Chrome for Mobile and PC Gets Dedicated Reader Mode
Google has been working on a new way to read websites by developing a dedicated Reader Mode for Chrome. This basically strips away most of the website design and advertising in order to provide a more visceral experience. This feature has been available for mobile since late last year but now is available for computers. If you're on a smartphone or tablet you can open Google … [Read more...] about Google Chrome for Mobile and PC Gets Dedicated Reader Mode
Is Sony Abandoning Smartphones?
Sony closed down their e-reader business in 2013 and the PRS-T3 marked the last consumer product they ever released. The President and Chief Executive Officer Kazuo Hirai proclaimed that the company is getting out of the smartphone and television business and focusing on game development for the Playstation, streaming music and camera sensors. If all goes to plan, Hirai … [Read more...] about Is Sony Abandoning Smartphones?
iPhone 5 vs iPhone 6 Plus – Reading
Many people skip a generation before buying the latest and greatest Apple product. The S line of smartphones tends to get lost in the shuffle between major updates in technology. With the advent of the iPhone 6 Plus, the question is, is it good for e-reading? Today, we look at the iPhone 5 and 6 Plus and put them side by side showing the exact same content. This should give you … [Read more...] about iPhone 5 vs iPhone 6 Plus – Reading
AT&T to Carry Redesigned Blackberry Passport and Classic
Blackberry and AT&T have just announced that the two sides have once again joined forces to promote a resurgence of keyboard enabled smartphones. The BlackBerry Passport will be available in the near future for $0 down on an AT&T Next plan at $21.67 per month with AT&T Next 24,3 $27.09 with AT&T Next 183 or $32.50 per month with AT&T Next 12.3 You can … [Read more...] about AT&T to Carry Redesigned Blackberry Passport and Classic
Blackberry Abandons Flash in their Internet Browser
Blackberry has officially abandoned Adobe Flash in their main internet browser for all Blackberry 10 enabled smartphones. This move was prompted by Adobe ceasing active support for the platform as the industry seems to have embraced HTML5. When users upgrade to the BlackBerry OS 10.3.1 update for all supported phones it now removes support for Adobe Flash on the Blackberry … [Read more...] about Blackberry Abandons Flash in their Internet Browser
The 10 Big Things Amazon Did in 2014
Amazon had a very productive year and managed to keep themselves in the news with ton of product releases and business maneuverings. Today, we take a look back at the 10 most notable things Amazon did in 2014. Amazon Buys Twitch Amazon acquired the video-game streaming site Twitch Interactive Inc. in August for $970 million. The company doesn't make a lot of … [Read more...] about The 10 Big Things Amazon Did in 2014
Blackberry to Provide Critical Software for Boeing Self-Destructing Phone
The Boeing Black phone has been in development since 2012 and is primarily going to be aimed at military and government officials. The main selling point is that it will self-destruct if tampered with. On Friday, Blackberry CEO John Chen announced that his company will provide critical software to make it even more secure. The Black phone features dual SIM cards and an … [Read more...] about Blackberry to Provide Critical Software for Boeing Self-Destructing Phone
Is a $199 Unlocked Amazon Fire Phone Relevant?
Amazon has been going through some growing pains, to say the least, with their first ever smartphone. The AT&T exclusive provided a barrier for mass adoption and the $699 unlocked price tag scared off most early adopters. The Fire Phone is basically relevant only in the US, due to a number of core Amazon services not working, such as Prime Instant Video. Things are … [Read more...] about Is a $199 Unlocked Amazon Fire Phone Relevant?