[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110105_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Netflix has made deals with major Blu-ray and Internet-ready TV manufacturers to include a Netflix button on their remote controls. Panasonic, Samsung, Sony, Boxee and Roku are among those adding the big red Netflix button. There are over 250 Netflix-ready devices available, so one push access is Continue Reading →
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Google is developing a digital newsstand that would bring electronic versions of popular publications to devices running the Android operating system. The effort comes as a challenge to Apple which already sells many major publications through iTunes. Google plans on taking a smaller cut on publication sales than Apple as an incentive to drive publishers Continue Reading →
Nintendo’s yet-to-be-released handheld game device, the 3DS, was recently stolen from a Chinese production facility. A release date and price for the 3DS are still unknown, but we now know that it will have 96MB of RAM and a 1,300mAh battery. A YouTube video showing off the device was quickly taken down. Read the full Continue Reading →
Do you want a tablet but don’t want to shell out $600? Taiwanese manufacturer ACO is releasing a $200 8-inch Android tablet at this years CES. While the price may make this device attractive, ACO is a major supplier of low-cost low-performing monitors and TVs, making many skeptical of its quality. Read the full article Continue Reading →
A recent Nielsen report says that Apple’s iOS has the biggest US market share despite the growing popularity of Android handsets. With iOS occupying 28.6% of the market, the advantage is only a few points ahead of its competitors Google and RIM. While Apple currently has the lead, 40% of those who bought a smartphone Continue Reading →
Shelly chats with Greg Kelly and Rosanna Scotto about AreYouInterested.com. Continue Reading →
[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110104_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] A recent Nielsen report says that iPhones are still number one in the USA with iOS occupying 28.6% of the market, the advantage is only a few points ahead of its now arch rival Google Android. While Apple currently has the lead, 40% of those who bought Continue Reading →
Popular TV manufacturer Vizio is extending its product line to include an Android powered smart phone and a tablet. The Via Phone will have dual cameras that shoot video and a 4-inch screen, while the Via Tablet will be an 8-inch WiFi only device with a camera for video chatting. The devices are expected to Continue Reading →
In its most recent pledge drive, crowd sourced knowledge base Wikipedia managed to raise over $16 million. Over 500,000 people contributed making the average donation about $22 per person. Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales said the overwhelming support is “a testament to the spirit of the Wikimedia movement.” The money will go to fund Wiki’s various Continue Reading →
A Citibank report projects that the Apple App Store will generate over $2B in revenue in 2011. The same report estimates that the total app market will grow to $27 billion by 2013. The big driver is smart phone sales, which are projected to enjoy remarkable growth over the next few years. Read the full Continue Reading →