iOS

The leader in voice over IP technology, Skype, has added free iOS video calling to its arsenal. The service is usable between computers and camera ready iPhones while allowing older iOS devices to receive video calls. If you have the data plan to support it, Skype also offers video calling over 3G. Read the full Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/101231_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] 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 will have you turning off lights, locking your doors and even controlling your thermostat. The service will roll out in 2011. In other Continue Reading →

Shelly Palmer Digital Living airs Monday nights from 6:00 pm ET – 8:00 pm ET on SiriusXM Stars Too, Sirius channel 108/XM channel 139. Every week Palmer will explore a wide-range of new trends, topics, and issues, and offer insights on the top stories and newest developments in technology, media and entertainment. The amount of Continue Reading →

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During his State of the Union address in 1930, President Herbert Hoover said, “Competition is not only the basis of protection to the consumer, but is the incentive to progress.” He was talking about railroads, but he might as well have been talking about the cable television business. My cable bill has been a grudge Continue Reading →

Howard Stern has signed a 5-year contract with Sirius XM Radio, who has plans to push his show to the mobile market. Stern has been a major force, helping build a Sirius XM subscriber base of 20 million. While full details of the contract have not been disclosed, it’s safe to say that Sirius has 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 →

Time Warner just released a new high-speed internet service called SignatureHome. The package boasts speeds of 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, seamless integration across set tops and ‘Personal Solutions Advisors.’ Will the amazing speed and service challenge Verizon’s FiOS with a price tag of $200 a month? Continue Reading →

RadioShack is selling the iPhone 4 at prices lower than any other retailer. In an effort to promote its wireless business, RadioShack has discounted the phone by $50 and with a trade-in the smartphone can be purchased for as low as $24. RadioShack will be running the promotion through December 11th. Read the full story 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 →