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Nokia announced that its partnering with Microsoft to run the Windows Phone 7 OS on Nokia smartphones. Symbian developers were told to prepare for a new mobile operating system after the deal is complete. Nokia hopes the deal will help them compete with its biggest competition iOS and Android.  Read the full article at PCWorld.com Continue Reading →

Been lusting for a Verizon iPhone 4, worried about the cost of the switch?  Here’s what you need to know: The Fees. If you bought your AT&T iPhone less than 30 days ago, you can return it. Depending upon the deal you signed and where you live, you may be subject to a small restocking Continue Reading →

This week on Shelly Palmer Digital Living, Actor/Comedian, Orlando Jones talks with Shelly about digital parenting. John Abell, wired.com’s NY Bureau Chief and Shelly discuss Google’s accusations that Bing is stealing their search results and calling them its own. Shelly’s got some cool websites, great Google tips, important information about backing-up your computer, advice about Continue Reading →

With the majority of Internet connectivity shut down during the protests in Egypt, activists are finding other ways to communicate. Landline phones, fax machines and ham radios are being utilized to push information out to the rest of the world. Egyptians are even distributing faxes that include instructions for making a modem out of a Continue Reading →

Research firm NDP Group reports that movie rental kiosks now account for a larger percentage than in-store rentals. Stores like the now bankrupt Blockbuster account for 27% of rentals, with kiosks like Redbox surpassing them at 31%. Not surprisingly, Blockbuster is now pursuing its own kiosk strategy to compete. Read the full article at CNet.com Continue Reading →

Google’s Android operating system is now the leading OS on Millenial Media’s mobile ad network. 46% of ad impressions were made on Android phones, with Apple’s iOS trailing at 32%. While Millenial Media is only one company, they reach 80% of US mobile phones, suggesting a similar trend across the board. Read the full article Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110114_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Google’s Android operating system is now the leading OS on Millenial Media’s mobile ad network. 46% of ad impressions were made on Android, with Apple’s iOS trailing at 32%. Millenial Media reaches 80% of US mobile phones, suggesting a similar trend across the board. In other news, 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 →

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 →