Books

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111124_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Tablet computers are all the rage and there are more options than ever. Both Amazon’s Kindle Fire and Barnes and Nobles’ Nook Tablet are decent options if you’re looking to spend under $250. They’ll both let you browse the web, read books, check email, watch videos and Continue Reading →

Penguin is pulling their e-books from Amazon’s library lending program, citing security concerns. If you’ve been borrowing e-books from your local library, Penguin titles are currently unavailable using the “Get for Kindle” feature. Libraries are being denied access to books they’ve already paid for. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111123_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] According to scientists, all that separates you from any other person in the world is 4.74 other people. Using the 721 million users on Facebook, scientists found that each person can be linked to another through less than 5 connecting friends. Take that, Kevin Bacon. In other Continue Reading →

“Mom … you bought me the wrong one!” Yep, that’s the thing about kids and stuff. They know what they want. And, more importantly, they know what they don’t want. According to Nielsen Media Research 44% of kids between the ages of 6 and 12 years old want an iPad 2. So, how about a Continue Reading →

Skype adds Facebook integration, the Salvation Army goes digital and your kids want an iPad for Christmas. Shelly Palmer chats about it with Ernie Anastos and Dari Alexander on Fox 5 News at 10.   Continue Reading →

Amazon’s tablet, the Kindle Fire, is officially available for purchase. The device will do many things for only $200, but doesn’t have full access to the Android Marketplace. If you’re a heavy user of Amazon’s digital products, the Kindle Fire is for you. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111115_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Apple launched a cloud-based service called iTunes Match. For $24.99 a year Apple will match your iTunes library with its server and let you stream it from any PC, Mac or iDevice. You can store up to 25,000 songs not purchased on iTunes in the cloud. In Continue Reading →

One of the biggest problems with Android tablets is the lack of popular apps made specifically for the format. Amazon announced that its Kindle Fire will launch with full support for many popular apps including Facebook, Netflix, Pandora and Twitter. Read the full release at Amazon.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/111110_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Adobe announced that it’s dropping all future development for Flash on mobile browsers. While Flash will still work on devices that support it, it will no longer be a selling point for iPad competitors. The decision comes after years of Steve Jobs and Apple’s refusal to support Continue Reading →

Barnes & Noble announced the newest addition to its Nook devices, the 7-inch Nook Tablet. The device is comparable to Amazon’s Kindle Fire, but has slightly better hardware, battery life and storage capabilities. The tablet costs $250 and has access to the popular apps Pandora, Netflix and Hulu Plus. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →