Smartphones

Apple announced the new iPhone 4S available for purchase on October 14th. It looks identical to the iPhone 4, but comes packed with better graphics, a faster processor and a higher-quality camera. Other notable features include wireless syncing with iCloud and a virtual assistant called Siri, which allows for a ton of awesome voice commands. Continue Reading →

Starting October 12th, you can upgrade your iDevices to the newest operating system, iOS 5. The new OS has over 200 updates including a messaging service similar to BBM, Twitter integration and the ability to update your device without plugging it in. The update will be compatible with the iPhone 3G S and beyond. Find Continue Reading →

While Apple ushers in a new era of iPods, Microsoft says goodbye to its competitor, the Zune. Microsoft is dropping all hardware support for the Zune, but will continue to use its branding for the streaming music service being offered on Xbox and the Windows Phone operating system. While the Zune failed for all intents Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111005_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Apple announced the new iPhone 4S available for purchase on October 14th. It looks identical to the iPhone 4, but comes packed with better graphics, a faster processor and a higher-quality camera. Other notable features include wireless syncing with iCloud and a virtual assistant called Siri, which Continue Reading →

Sprint is betting $20 billion that the iPhone can turn the company around. The carrier agreed to buy 30.5 million iPhones over the next four years, seeing the lack of Apple’s handset as the reason why customers are fleeing. Sprint will have to double its subscribers and move them all to iPhones to profit from Continue Reading →

One of the biggest improvements to Apple’s iPhone 5 will be the introduction of Siri’s Personal Assistant Software. The company was purchased by Apple last year and will let users accomplish tasks through voice communication. Steve Jobs equates the technology to artificial intelligence. Read the full article at 9to5mac.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111004_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Sprint spent $20 billion to buy 30.5 million iPhones over the next four years, seeing the lack of Apple’s handset as the reason why customers are fleeing. Sprint will have to double its subscribers and move them all to iPhones to profit from this deal. In other Continue Reading →

A leaked image of Radioshack’s inventory shows that the iPhone 5 will be announced on October 4th as previous rumors suggested. Apple’s newest phone will be available on Verizon, AT&T and for the first time, Sprint. The iPhone 4S, a cheaper less-upgraded version, is also expected to be announced. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →

Amazon announced four new Kindles: three e-ink models and one extraordinary 7” color tablet-style device called the Kindle Fire.  The e-ink models are noteworthy because of their low price points.  Amazon now owns the low-end of the market.  The Kindle Fire is noteworthy because it is not a piece of hardware, it is a portable Continue Reading →

Microsoft launched the newest release of its mobile operating system called Mango. The upgrade includes over 500 updates including Office applications, and further Skype and Xbox Live integration. If you have a Windows Phone, check Microsoft’s website to find out when your device can be upgraded. Read the full article at ComputerWorld.com Continue Reading →