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Turn Your iPhone Into A Digital Microscope For $10
Mobile November 9, 2013
How much does your average microscope cost? $45, $65, $165? Even if you purchased it from an online retailer such as Amazon, the cost of becoming a budding scientist these days is not cheap. That is why when someone comes up with a really cheap way of constructing something... Read more
Apple Patents System To Control Your Home Using Location Data
Mobile November 8, 2013
Apple has been granted a new patent that could make it possible for Apple to use location data from your iPhone or iPad, which is then fed to automated systems informing it of your whereabouts. So why would we use that you may ask? Well picture the scene. You’ve... Read more
Qardio ECG Monitor Streams Data To Your IPhone
Mobile October 30, 2013
The co founder of Qardio Marco Peluso had a career in the finance industry for 14 years. He worked as an investment banker for JPMorgan and then as a partner at a hedge fund. But things changed when his father had a stroke while they were talking on the phone.... Read more
A “bionic man” was the idea behind 1970s science fiction television show “The Six Million Dollar Man“. The show followed the adventures of a character named Steve Austin, a former astronaut whose body was rebuilt using synthetic parts after he nearly died. Forty years later and Science fiction has... Read more
New OtterBox Provides Apple and Samsung Smartphones Full Waterproof Protection
MobileSoftware Reviews October 20, 2013
OtterBox was founded back in 1998 with a line of indestructible dry boxes. Today, OtterBox is the No. 1-selling case for smartphones and offers an extensive line up of premium screen protectors and other device-enhancing accessories that complement various consumer lifestyles. The market leader in trusted cases for smartphones,... Read more
Make sure that you clear your schedule for Tuesday, October 22; especially if you are an Apple fan. Word from AllThingsD sources is that is the date Apple will hold an invitation-only event to announce new products, specifically the latest updates to the iPad family. We expect the iPad 5 and iPad mini... Read more
Android Fingerprint Sensor To Come – Very Soon!
Mobile October 11, 2013
Apple’s new iPhones were announced with a lot of noise, as usual, and while there are people who (correctly or not) say that there isn’t anything revolutionary about the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C, the fingerprint sensor certainly got a lot of attention. Unsurprisingly, Android is reported to be... Read more
Google’s Eric Schmidt, who is known for his controversial proclamations, has declared that Android has a security advantage over its rival, Apple’s iPhone. It was during the Gartner Symposium/ITxpo that the company chairman answered questions from Gartner analyst David Willis. The conversation went like this: Willis: “If you polled... Read more
Have you ever opened a time-capsule? Lifting the lid on memories from times past is like a secret door into an unknown time, where you can live the experiences of those who were kind enough to share them. Thanks to the new app Recmember Me, you can send your... Read more
That new iPhone 5s is a pretty nifty piece of kit by any stretch of the imagination, but it is an expensive one, especially if you are not due for an upgrade. If the $600+ price tag is more than your finances can feasibly cope with, how about getting... Read more
European Union Calls for micro USB Charging to be Mandatory in all Mobile Devices
Mobile October 4, 2013
The European Union is stirring towards a requirement for micro USB to be mandatory in all mobile devices going forward, thus clearly gunning for technology giant Apple. While nearly ever mobile company has adopted micro USB as the default charging option on devices, this was not done without some... Read more
Could This Be The End For The iPod Classic?
Mobile September 9, 2013
Everyone is waiting for Apple’s upcoming keynote event, where it is expected that the new iPhone 5S, the cheaper iPhone 5C and also new iPads will be launched. However, no one is expecting to see a new iPod Classic. The iPod, which was announced in 2001, was once Apple’s... Read more
iPhone Trade in Program
Mobile August 30, 2013
Apple is about to introduce a trade-in program that will enable users to walk into a Retail store and trade in an old model iPhone to a new one. There are some interesting details about the way in which the program will work and for that matter, is working... Read more
Recently it came to light that Apple would be staging a USB Power Adapter Takeback Program. This was in response to safety issues with some counterfeit USB power adapters for iOS devices. The program will allow users to buy an Apple USB power adapter for only $10 if they... Read more
I bet September 10 is already marked red in your calendar. If you’re an Apple fan, that is. The Internet is ablaze with the news that Apple is going to unveil the new iPhone on September 10, and we all know what that means: conjectures, rumors, “confirmed” details, and... Read more
Apple Chargers Replaced in Worldwide Program
Mobile August 10, 2013
Apple are to launch a worldwide programme to replace counterfeit power chargers. The power adaptor replacement programme comes after a woman was reportedly electrocuted while using a non-Apple charger. Apple’s power adaptor take back programme will take place in stores from 16 August to 18 October Consumers can buy... Read more
Earlier this year, scientists from the Georgia Institute of Technology discovered a security flaw that leaves Apple devices such as iPhones and iPads vunerable to hackers through a simple charger. Billy Lau and his colleagues demonstrated their findings at the Black Hat hacking convention in Las Vegas this week.... Read more
Recently we reported on the tragic death of a woman in China who, her family claim, was electrocuted by an iPhone charger. It seems the questions over whether mobile phones present a possible danger will continue to be asked, especially after new claims from a Mr. Du of Hong... Read more