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Who knew that our smart phones can do more than just upload cute videos of cats? According to this article by CNN, smart phones are affecting how we ascertain information about emergencies, as well as how first responders approach the event. Have you ever tweeted about an emergency event, or received urgent information via social media on your phone?
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Microsoft recently launche a new mobile site for Bing, at m.bing.com. Just direct your mobile web browser (it will run on iOS, Android 2.0 and up, and BlackBerry 6.0), and check it out. I’ve included some screen shots from my ipod touch (3rd gen), to give you an idea of the user interface. Some functions only work on gps devices, but over all looks like a nice way for non-Windows phones to access Bing content on a browser.
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Other than the product name, which gets lost in translation, this cell phone ad takes a different approach to selling its phone, with no mention of specs, or people screaming “It’s 4G!” Enjoy!
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The fine folks at the Lookout blog have put together some interesting statistics about where we lose our cell phones, by state, specific location, and by how much people typically paid to replace their phones.
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The first ever “Facebook” phone is the HTC Status, now available for pre-order via ATT.com. According the ATT, the phone will be available on July 17th, for $49 with a 2 year contract. What makes the phone different is the dedicated Facebook button you see on the lower right.
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Manufacturer photo - htc.com
Cell phone hacking is in the headlines again, so it’s a good time to talk about safe mobile computing. We use our phones to send texts, emails, and even check our bank balances. Hopefully you are aware of how important it is to safeguard our home computers and laptops-from viruses and malware, but are you as conscientious when it comes to your daily mobile phone habits?
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I’m sure you’re aware of the on again, off again, studies regarding the connection between cell phone usage and brain cancers. Did you know that researchers will never be able to prove that cell phones cause cancer? Read on for my explanation.
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Photo courtesy of BGR
According to a recent report from comScore, one third of Americans are now proud owners of smart phones (I knew we could do it..). In a 3 month period ending in May, here were the rankings based on Operating Systems: 1: . Google’s Android OS , 2: Apple’s iOS, 3: RIM’s BlackBerry OS, 4: Microsoft, and 5: HP’s webOS. Top manufacturers were 1: Samsung, 2: LG, 3: Motorola, 4: Apple, and 5: RIM. Follow the link for the full story, including some interesting user statistics.
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As of June 30th, Nokia’s USA online store shut down its virtual doors. On their page, Nokia states that customer service will still take calls regarding current orders and returns. [click to continue…]
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stock photo; click to see story by CNN
Sony Ericsson recently announced three new phones, with the Xperia active, as one of the more interesting Android phones to date. Aptly named, the Active is dust-proof, scratch and water resistant, plus one very cool feature. Take a peak at the specs and details from the SE press release, after the break. [click to continue…]
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