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Google-FTC Settle, Agrees To Be More Fair
In today’s mobile news roundup: Google agrees to be more fair; Facebook launches voice for iOS and Android apps; Nokia plans aluminum body for next Lumia phones; and Gorilla Glass 3 tougher and stronger. Google agrees to be more fair According to the Federal Trade Commission, Google has agreed to change its business practice to ...
Apple Maps Needs Waze, But Would They Know What to Do with It?
News broke yesterday of Apple’s rumored intention to acquire crowd-sourcing GPS navigation app, Waze. It was reported that Waze is asking $750 million, but Apple is said to be bargaining at $400 million with a hundred million in earn-outs based on performance. In an article published yesterday, we mentioned that one of the key things ...
Top Tech Trends In 2013 – Wearable Multitasking, Shoptimization + More
What does 2013 have in store for us? I know some people are looking forward to seeing the latest fashion craze, dance craze or any craze at all, but for technology enthusiasts, what are we to look forward to this year? In TrendHunterTV’s Top 20 Trends in 2013, there are a lot of interesting trends ...
Apple Won’t Fix DND Bug, Says It Will Resolve Itself by Jan. 7
In today’s mobile news roundup: Apple’s DND bug to resolve itself; Polaroid to open Fotobars in February; Snapchat raises possibility of sexting; and RIM’s camera patent could end inconspicuous shooting. Apple’s DND bug to resolve itself A lot of iOS 6 users who’ve been using the “Do Not Disturb” on their device got a bit ...
iPhone Battery Still Draining? Here’s Why
In December, Apple released version 6.0.2 for iOS to fix a number of WiFi issues, but the update apparently led to more problems than answers as users began complaining of faster battery draining. The problem was first brought to light by TidBit’s Adam Engst and quickly became a very popular topic in Apple’s support forum. ...
How Apple Maps Can Beat Google: Acquisitions + Personalized Services
Before 2012 ended, Google gave iOS users a great Christmas present when they launched the Google Maps app for the iPhone. This may not seem like a big deal, since Apple CEO Tim Cook even suggested iPhone users look to Google as part of an apology for the Maps kerfuffle, but Cook’s also very unlikely to ...
Intel Set-Top Box No Show At CES Despite Boastful TV Dreams
In March 2012, Intel Corp. surprised everyone with their plans to enter the pay TV arena by the end of the year, but 2012 came to an end and Intel’s web TV service is still a no show. According to sources familiar with the matter, Intel hasn’t given up hope in launching the service, it was just ...
Apple Already Testing iPhone 6 and iOS 7
In today’s mobile news roundup: Developers report iPhone 6 and iOS 7 already in the works; Samsung’s bid to seal sales data denied; and Google Project Glass still under development. Developers report iPhone 6 and iOS 7 already in the works Even before a new product hits shelves, you can bet that a company is ...
Boost Your BYOD Performance With These Work-Related Apps
The new year has just begun, and for many of you, there’s countless changes ahead. They may have to do with your work or personal life. They could be something as simple as using your time more efficiently or making better decisions when it comes to your social networking activity. If you’re looking to boost your ...
Best Of: Famous First Tweets
Late last year we saw a surprising profile pop up on Twitter when Pope Benedict XVI sent out his first tweet. He already has more than 700,000 followers, and they seem to be only rising in number. If you’re curious as to what the Pope discussed in his inaugural tweet, check out our earlier report here. The ...