Android

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 →

Samsung will be showing off the Galaxy Player – an iPod touch competitor – at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show. The portable entertainment device will have the Android FroYo OS, front and rear-facing cameras, a 1GHz processor and HD video playback. With many similar features to the iPod, the yet revealed price point may be Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/101228_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Samsung will be showing off the Galaxy Player – an iPod touch competitor – at this year’s CES. The device will have the Android FroYo OS, front and rear-facing cameras, a 1GHz processor and HD video playback. With so many similar features to the iPod, the yet Continue Reading →

The Wall Street Journal did a privacy investigation on 101 of the most popular iPhone and Android apps, revealing that nearly 60 sent users’ information without their consent. Information like the phone’s unique ID, location, gender and age are transmitted regularly to advertising agencies. Among the worst offenders is popular music application, Pandora. Read the Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/101220_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Many consumers are finding ways to shop online without being on the computer. Orders being placed through mobile devices accounted for 5% of online sales this year. Busy retailers are providing apps that make it easy to shop while waiting in line. In other news, The Wall Continue Reading →

ArmyTimes reports that the Army is considering giving its members smartphones as a way to stay constantly connected. But instead of checking Facebook statuses, the phones will tap into the Army’s private network and allow for instantaneous battleground updates. With Apple products already prevalent in their infrastructure, the iPhone would serve as an easy choice for Continue Reading →