Mobile & Wireless

AT&T revealed plans for Android Honeycomb-based tablets that will take advantage of the future LTE network. The tablets are only a few of the devices that AT&T plans to roll out with the high-speed mobile network, including smartphones, modems and hotspots. The new infrastructure will be nationwide by 2013, with the compatible devices coming in Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110106_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] The 2011 Consumer Electronics Expo has officially started and over 150,000 people are here to see what the future of technology has in store. It’s only day one and there are plenty of things to be excited about. First up, Comcast is releasing an app that will Continue Reading →

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 →

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 →

[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 →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110103_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] 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 Continue Reading →

I was planning a year-end tech wrap-up this week. My goal was to list the most popular topics and articles of the year for your reading pleasure. But, as soon as I opened our analytics dashboard, it was obvious that the most popular tech question for 2010 was … iPad vs. Kindle? So here is Continue Reading →

Verizon is testing a new service that will allow you to control your home’s devices from your smartphone, computer or FiOS TV. The system dubbed Home Monitoring and Control will have you turning off lights, locking your doors and even controlling your thermostat. Available in the first half of 2011, the service is currently being Continue Reading →