by Jay GotPassport on August 28, 2011
credit: webosroundup.com
So, were you one of the lucky souls who bought a $99 HP TouchPad during their company fire sale? Are you a bit apprehensive in acquiring a device which is essentially being dropped by HP? Don’t fret, you didn’t just buy a fancy $99 digital photo frame, as I’ve gathered some resources for you and your spanking new WebOS device. See more after the break.
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by Joe on August 12, 2011

Today only Amazon is offering a deal on the TomTom VIA 1505TM 5-Inch GPS – $135.95 and free shipping.
- Get over 1 million more miles of mapped roads in the US
- Outsmart delays with Free Lifetime Traffic Updates, without advertising
- Stay up-to-date on road changes with Free Lifetime Map Updates
- Navigate with ease using premium maps of the US, Canada & Mexico
- Travel in style with the new, slim design and integrated Fold and Go EasyPort Mount
by Jay GotPassport on August 10, 2011

In addition to reading Kindle books on a Kindle (that statement was genius..), there are the Kindle apps for iPhone, Android, and pcs/macs. Now there’s a cloud based reading app that is integrated into your browser (Safari, Safari for iPad, and Chrome; I/E and Firefox to be released soon). Other than PDFs, purchased books will not reside on your local hard disk, but in the CLOUDS (insert heavenly music here). Check out some screen shots after the break:
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It’s hard to get excited about a new tablet these days, but since Dell is such a force in the Windows PC/notebook market the Dell Peju is possibly worth a mention. So here goes. [click to continue…]

It looks like your next-generation iPad or iPhone could come with a transparent display. That is, if the tech disclosed in Apple’s latest patent application turns out to be magical enough.
In a USPTO patent application filed in January of this year, Apple discloses its plans to develop a handheld tablet or mobile phone “that includes a display screen having a viewing area with a transparent portion enabling a user to view objects behind the electronic device by looking at the display screen.” [click to continue…]

Today Amazon is offering the Archos 4.3 16 GB Android Tablet for $174.99 and free shipping. I haven’t tested this tablet, but it has decent reviews on Amazon, so if you feel inclined to try this one out drop us a comment and let us know how it performs. [click to continue…]

Ever go on a run or for a bike ride and have to stop to dig through your iPod’s playlist? Well, it looks like Apple is aiming to keep your eyes on your exercise (or on the road if you’re driving) and out of your iPod’s menu system.
In a patent application published today, Apple revealed a directional audio interface for iPods. The gist of the technology is that it allows you go navigate your iPod’s library without digging through the menu. [click to continue…]
by Jay GotPassport on June 16, 2011
Photo courtesy of New York Times
Do you own an iPad? Well, 25 million of you do, and you’ve had to suffer without a made-for-iPad app by the fine folks at Facebook. Well, according to the New York Times, “the” Facebook app will be released in the coming weeks, and like many other iPad apps, will be very touch friendly (yeah that sounded strange) and you can post photos and videos directly to FB captured on the iPad (amongst other cool features, I’m sure). [click to continue…]
by Eric on April 23, 2011

The DryCASE Tablet is a vacuum sealed bag that lets you carry your iPad or other tablet device to the beach, pool or other waterfront locale without worrying about a little splash frying your gear.
With all the air sucked out of DryCASE bag, you can still work the touchscreen display. The DryCASE retails for $60, but you currently can find it on Amazon for about $45.
More info at the DryCASE website and Amazon.com.

Yesterday, RIM’s BlackBerry PlayBook went on sale in the US and Canada, but while the PlayBook didn’t receive quite the fanfare of Apple’s products there was some buzz.
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