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[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/101214_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] A new report by IDC says that downloads of mobile apps will increase 60% a year, creating more than a $35 billion business by 2014. And, as you know, apps aren’t just for iPhones anymore. In other news, Google announced the launch of TeachParentsTech.org, a site dedicated Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101213_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] With the popularity of Internet-ready devices skyrocketing, Sprint and T-Mobile are promising an “aggressive 4G product lineup in 2011.” Will these tablets allow Sprint and T-Mobile to compete with the carriers hawking the iPad? In other news, Zeta Interactive’s Buzz Awards went to YouTube for being the Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101210_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] With Google’s Android operating system finding its way onto more and more handsets, it’s no surprise its mobile phones are dominating the market Android phone activations are double the iPhone’s. With iPhones and Androids everywhere, will BlackBerry and Windows 7 devices have a shot? In other news, Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101209_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Ever worry that upon passing, your social media presence would be underwhelming? A new website called 1000 Memories was created to help families and friends share memories of those who have passed away. Who would you trust to be your social benefactor? In other news, The WikiLeaks Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101208_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Consumer Reports rated AT&T the worst US mobile provider in a survey of over 58,000 subscribers. Despite the poor marks, the iPhone 4 was tied in first place for handsets. Will the iPhone’s future availability on other carriers force AT&T to make improvements? I’m not holding my Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101207_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Facebook has announced a new layout for your profile that will make your personal information even more prevalent. The new design displays your education, work history, relationship status and slideshow of recent pictures. I hate it. In other news, the US Department of Transportation has proposed a Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101206_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Want a cheap iPhone 4? RadioShack is selling the them at prices lower than any other retailer. In an effort to promote its wireless business, RadioShack has discounted the iPhone 4 by $50 and with a trade-in, the smartphone can be purchased for as low as $24. Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101203_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Amazon.com has stopped hosting WikiLeaks on its servers. In a tweet, WikiLeaks responded by saying, “If Amazon are so uncomfortable with the first amendment, they should get out of the business of selling books.” Wrong, the first amendment says the government can’t legislate what we say, Amazon Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101202_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a new plan to help protect consumers’ personal data online. The proposal includes a Do-Not-Track provision that would allow Internet users to decide whether they give sites and advertisers permission to collect personal data about their online habits. The F.T.C. recognizes Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/101201_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] While Apple devices don’t traditionally attract corporate clients, JPMorgan Chase & Co. is giving iPads to all of its global investment banking employees. Several other corporations are also considering the iPad for business uses. Is this bad news for the BlackBerry PlayBook?  You bet it is!  In Continue Reading →