Smartphones
TechRepublic's Smartphones blog will address how IT professionalsdeploy smartphones in the enterprise and manage mobile devices in their organizations. We'll also talk about mobile development and f
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Create a mobile app for your company with Conduit Mobile
With the help of Conduit Mobile, you can expand your business into the mobile world quickly and inexpensively by creating your own mobile application.
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Quick Tip: Reset Android default apps
Follow these steps to reset the default applications on your Android smartphone.
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How to use Multi Window with your Samsung Galaxy S III
The Multi Window feature is now available on the Samsung Galaxy S III, thanks to a recent update. Jack Wallen explains how to multitask with Multi Window.
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Apps for the SMB owner's iPhone
With the right apps, SMB owners can have access to many business systems from their iPhones.
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Speech personal assistant in Windows Phone 8
Take a look at Speech, the Windows Phone 8 built-in speech recognition software.
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Scan, track, and control how apps access your personal data
With Online Privacy Shield, you can scan the apps on your device, find out what information they're using, and control what each service can see.
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Empower your Windows Phone 8 with basic invoicing
Take a look at how to install and use Quote To Order, a mobile app for Windows Phone 8 that enables you to quickly create and send invoices to clients.
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Nirvana for contacts: Contacts+
Take a look at Contacts+, an Android application that helps bridge the gap between phone, messaging, and social networking.
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BlackBerry security could be key to their enterprise mobility resurgence
BlackBerry Z10 security could be a key to the device's resurgence, helping BlackBerry regain its status as an enterprise mobility leader.
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Chronos Calendar: A true powerhouse calendar for Windows Phone 8
Jack Wallen thinks Chronos Calendar is better than the built-in Windows Phone 8 calendar. Find out how to install Chronos Calendar, add the Live Tile, and sync it with other calendars.
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Not your lucky number: iOS 7 falls a little flat
Guest contributor Michelle Simpson thinks that Apple's newest release, iOS 7, has actually taken a step backward. Do you agree?
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How to manage bill notifications with My Bills on Android
Follow these easy steps to set up a recurring bill reminder with the My Bills app on your Android smartphone.
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BlackBerry returns to the enterprise
Patrick Gray takes a look at the basic hardware and navigation of the BlackBerry Z10.
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Android's apps are comparatively ugly: Is Linux to blame?
Donovan Colbert didn't realize how nice WP7 was until he had to go back to the Android platform. He predicts that Microsoft will come from behind to steal Android's thunder if Google fails to make huge improvements.
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Does Android's permission system really work?
Android allows applications to sidestep permissions under certain conditions. The bad guys probably know which ones. Do you?
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Four ways that iOS 5 will impact IT departments
Scott Lowe highlights four of the new features in iOS 5 that he believes will have the most impact on IT departments.
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Top job hunting apps to help you find employment
Deb Shinder lists several smartphone apps that can help you find the open positions, get your foot in the door, and make a better impression on the hiring authorities.
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Verizon's HTC Trophy WP7 offers nothing to hate or love
Donovan Colbert spent some time reviewing Verizon's HTC Trophy, but his opinion on the device fell relatively flat. Find out why he thinks the HTC Trophy is unremarkable yet unoffensive.
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Best Android smartphone apps of 2011 for business pros
Jason Hiner highlights 20 of the most useful Android smartphone apps for business professionals.
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Five devices I took with me to TechRepublic Live 2011
Donovan Colbert travels with less tech than he used to, but there still are a few things on his "must pack" list. What devices do you pack when you travel?
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Most productive iPhone apps of 2011 for geeks
Jason Hiner lists his top 20 iPhone apps for 2011, all of which can help you be more productive.
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Mobile credit card processing made easy
William Lewis highlights two easy options for getting started in the credit card game and staying mobile in the process: Square and GoPayment.
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Three apps for the traveling consultant
Scott Lowe highlights three apps that help IT consultants on the go.
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Three protective cases for different smartphone needs
William Lewis takes a look at three protective cases for your smartphone: The Callet, the iPhone 4/4S Soft Touch Pong, and the OtterBox lineup.
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Android mobile hotspot and tethering: Avoid data overages
Jack Wallen offers some tips for avoiding data overages with mobile hotspots and tethering on your Android device.
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LG Spectrum: Simple and uninteresting, perfect for daily use
Donovan Colbert reviews the LG Spectrum smartphone. Find out why he would pick this middle-of-the-road device over the Motorola Razr or Galaxy Nexus.
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Print from your Android phone with PrinterShare Mobile Print
Jack Wallen walks you through the installation and use of PrinterShare Mobile Print, which is the best tool that he's found for printing on the Android platform.
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My name is Sonja, and I'm a nomophobic
Nomophobia is the fear of being without your mobile device. Sonja Thompson suffers from it. Do you?