Facebook Paper was just released today and the iPhone app ushers in a new way of browsing stories and your Facebook Status Updates. I had a bit of trepidation when using this app, but it is in essence a new simplified version of Facebook that brings it back to the spirit of what the social network was all about. One of the big problems about this new app, is that it is only … [Read more...] about How to Install Facebook Paper Internationally
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Google Preparing an Onslaught of Smart Devices
With consumer focus shifting towards smart wearable devices, Google that has already made a head start in this segment with the Google Glass device is now keen to build up a sizeable presence in this segment. the above assertion stems from the search giant’s recent decision to acquire Nest Labs in a deal worth $3.2 billion. Nest labs right now can boasts of just smart devices … [Read more...] about Google Preparing an Onslaught of Smart Devices
N2A Card’s KitKat Upgrade for B&N Nook Tablets
For Nook device users, here is some good news from N2A Cards: they can now be made to run the latest Android KitKat in both downloadable form or preloaded micro SD card. This applies to the entire Nook tablet lineup, which includes the Nook Color, Nook Tablet, Nook HD, and Nook HD+. Also, an inherent benefit of installing Android KitKat via N2A Card is that users will have the … [Read more...] about N2A Card’s KitKat Upgrade for B&N Nook Tablets
Amazon to Compete with PayPal and Apple with new Kindle Checkout System
Amazon is poised to release a new P2P cloud based payment system that seeks to compete against Square and Paypal. The Kindle Checkout System will be powered by technology acquired by GoPago, which Amazon bought out last year.The essence of the Kindle Checkout system is to allow vendors to take orders or scan credit cards to make purchases. Retail locations is still where … [Read more...] about Amazon to Compete with PayPal and Apple with new Kindle Checkout System
Lenovo Buys Motorola from Google for $2.91 Billion
Lenovo hopes to enter the ultra competitive North American market by agreeing to terms with Google for Motorola. The entire deal is the largest in Lenovo's history and will cost them $2.91 billion dollars. The deal with Google is the second one in the last few weeks, as the Chinese company bought IBM's low-end server business for $2.3 billion.Google originally bought … [Read more...] about Lenovo Buys Motorola from Google for $2.91 Billion
e-Reading Experience on the iPad Mini 2
Today Michael and Peter bring you the e-reading experience found on the iPad Mini with Retina. Often, Apple products make fairly solid eBook readers and you can get a sense on how the iBooks app works and get an overview of the bookstore.The iPad Mini with Retina has one of the highest resolution displays on the market and features a 8.9 inch screen. The extra real estate … [Read more...] about e-Reading Experience on the iPad Mini 2
BlackBerry 10.2.1 Update Allows you to Install APK Files on your Phone
Blackberry has just initiated a global rollout of their new 10.2.1 update for the Blackberry Z10, Q10, Q5 AND Z30. The most exciting new element of said update, is the ability to load in Android Apps (APK Files) directly on your phone, without the need of bulky, cumbersome software.Over a year ago, Blackberry unveiled its latest operating system for smartphones, which was … [Read more...] about BlackBerry 10.2.1 Update Allows you to Install APK Files on your Phone
Audio Books First – A New Publishing Movement
We have heard about a number of authors, comic book companies and publishers do digital first productions. Often, they will release the electronic format, such as eBook first. If you are a comic fan, DC and others do exclusive digital only editions. The digital first mentality is now switching from the written form, into the auditory.Recently, Audible.com brokered a deal … [Read more...] about Audio Books First – A New Publishing Movement
Mobile Bloatware Banned in South Korea
Here finally is some respite for those who hate being bogged down by the sheer number of unwanted apps that manufacturers or various service providers cram the devices with. For the same has now been banned by the South Korean ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning. What this entails is that the apps should be allowed to be deleted if desired by the owner of the device … [Read more...] about Mobile Bloatware Banned in South Korea
Samsung Rumored to Launch Galaxy Pro Line of Tablets During Valentines Weekend
Samsung may have something special this coming Valentine's weekend. While nothing is set in stone yet, it is being hotly speculated that Samsung might launch the Pro versions of the Galaxy Note and Galaxy Tab that the company recently showcased at the CES event earlier this month. Samsung released an internal memo stating all requests for paid time offs on 14th, 15th, and 16th … [Read more...] about Samsung Rumored to Launch Galaxy Pro Line of Tablets During Valentines Weekend
Samsung Announces Slightly Lower Profit in its Quarterly Results
Companies are now releasing with their quarterly performance report cards, providing the industry with an insight of recent activity. Samsung released its figures, and the findings were a bit disappointing given the dip in profit reported. The South Asian giant announced profit of $7.8 billion for Q4 2013, which is a few notches below the $8.27 billion that the company secured … [Read more...] about Samsung Announces Slightly Lower Profit in its Quarterly Results
Adobe Cracks Down on Piracy with New ePub and PDF DRM
Adobe has just pushed out new Digital Rights Management encryption system for their entire line of publishing products. This was designed to make changes to the security of of ePub and PDF Files. Adobe is claiming that the new changes to one of the most popular electronic book formats in the world is the most secure they have ever produced.The new set of DRM for ePub files … [Read more...] about Adobe Cracks Down on Piracy with New ePub and PDF DRM
Cisco Reports Android Devices are the Most Prone to Malware Attacks
Android may be accounting for a phenomenal growth in the mobile segment though all of that is fraught with risks of being infected with malware, warns senior vice president of marketing at Apple, Phil Schiller. Quoting Cisco 2014 Annual Security Report, the Apple executive pointed out that Android alone accounted for an unprecedented 99 percent malware threat in 2013. The same … [Read more...] about Cisco Reports Android Devices are the Most Prone to Malware Attacks