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Sonja Thompson
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Sonja Thompson
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Five ways that smartphones enhance your business
Scott Lowe explains five ways that smartphones can shape your business communications strategy and interaction opportunities.
Posted by Scott Lowe | July 12, 2011, 4:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by Scott Lowe
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Q&A on Verizon's new tiered data plans
Michelle Gilbert from Verizon Wireless provides some answers to questions about Verizon's new tiered data usage plans.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | July 11, 2011, 9:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by OmegaWolf747
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Even men can multitask in Android
Jack Wallen offers some tips and tricks for making multitasking on the Android platform almost as easy as it is on your desktop.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 7, 2011, 7:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by dinkydonko
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Are the benefits of mobile tethering worth the additional cost?
According to Scott Lowe, the cost/benefit of mobile tethering is very clear. Before you make a decision, consider the additional cost, performance, security, and bandwidth caps.
Posted by Scott Lowe | July 5, 2011, 3:47 PM PDT | Latest comment by elvis_higgins@...
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Will Mango put Microsoft back in the smartphone game?
Deb Shinder highlights some of the major improvements to Microsoft's first major update to Windows Phone 7 code-named Mango. Two features have not been addressed that she considers deal breakers.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 4, 2011, 11:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by elvisfan0108
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Bad apps: Avoid them
How much simpler can it get? Upload a malicious app and wait for unsuspecting victims. It's time to complicate it for the bad guys.
Posted by Michael Kassner | July 1, 2011, 11:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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iOS vs. Android race is too close to call
It's too early to declare Apple the victor in the mobile device OS war, according to Donovan Colbert. Read his thoughts and predictions on iOS and Android.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | June 29, 2011, 5:00 PM PDT | Latest comment by Vulpinemac
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Google Docs Android app is a mobile office must-have
The official Google Docs app for Android has finally been released. Despite one drawback, Jack Wallen calls the app a major win for the Android platform.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 28, 2011, 1:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by jeb.hoge@...
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Apps of the month (June 2011): Google Voice, Priority Matrix, and more
In Scott Lowe's latest app roundup, he features five business-focused mobile applications: Google Voice, ABBYY Business Card Reader, Read It Later, Priority Matrix, and iTranslate.
Posted by Scott Lowe | June 27, 2011, 5:34 AM PDT
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Turn your mobile device into a credit card terminal
If you need to accept customer payments when you're on-the-go, try the free Credit Card Terminal app, which is available for iPhone, iPad, Android, and Windows Phone 7-based devices.
Posted by Scott Lowe | June 23, 2011, 3:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by Network God
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iPhone 5 rumors timeline worth bookmarking
Can't keep up with the iPhone 5 rumor mill? You're not alone. CNET created a timeline that tracks the iPhone 5 rumors of 2011 so far.
Posted by Mary Weilage | June 23, 2011, 3:32 PM PDT
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B-Folders secures sensitive data on Android devices
If you carry sensitive data on your Android smartphone or tablet, Jack Wallen recommends using the B-Folders application to keep your information safe.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 22, 2011, 12:10 PM PDT
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Intel's new 3-D transistor is good news for smartphone users
Intel has figured out how to increase performance and battery life at the same time. And Moore's Law keeps on truckin'.
Posted by Michael Kassner | June 17, 2011, 10:03 AM PDT | Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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Google's Web mapping can track your phone
In an exclusive story on CNET News.com, Declan McCullagh reported that Google is publishing the estimated location of millions of iPhones, laptops, and other devices with Wi-Fi connections turned on.
Posted by Mary Weilage | June 15, 2011, 11:24 AM PDT | Latest comment by Cell Phones
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The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog
If you encounter the Android 2.3 Gingerbread keyboard bug, developer William J. Francis suggests downloading an alternate keyboard from the Android Market.
Posted by William J. Francis | June 13, 2011, 10:28 AM PDT | Latest comment by bruno.unna
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HTC opens up Sense UI: Is there a hidden truth?
Jack Wallen offers his take on HTC's announcement that it's opening up the Sense UI source and releasing an SDK. Read on to find out whether he'd welcome an HTC fork of the Android platform.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 7, 2011, 11:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by DanielRP
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HTC Trophy is a powerhouse despite the Windows platform
Is the Verizon HTC Trophy a worthy replacement for your current device? Jack Wallen's review may help you answer that question.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 3, 2011, 12:02 PM PDT | Latest comment by grayknight
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Choosing the best mobile device for managing your email
Deb Shinder discusses the pros and the cons of email management on popular mobile platforms and explains why she might switch to Windows 7 Mango when it comes out.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | June 3, 2011, 10:17 AM PDT | Latest comment by Nsaf
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Move telecom expense management to the CIO
Scott Lowe explains why he thinks it makes sense for the CIO rather than the CFO to manage telecom expenses. He also describes the changes his IT department made since he assumed responsibility...
Posted by Scott Lowe | June 2, 2011, 9:47 AM PDT
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Apps for file sharing, backups, gaming, and more
For his May 2011 mobile apps roundup, Scott Lowe features cloudsyncr, ShareFile Mobile, AD HelpDesk, MyBackup Pro, and Atari's Greatest Hits.
Posted by Scott Lowe | May 27, 2011, 6:35 PM PDT | Latest comment by SKDTech
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Set up an Exchange account on your Android phone
The Android mobile platform allows Exchange accounts to reside on the same system as non-Exchange accounts. Here's how to set up Android's built-in Exchange support.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 10, 2010, 11:31 PM PDT | Latest comment by mitch_mccarley@...
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Windows Phone 8 is the ultimate 'charge it and get to work' device
Patrick Gray takes a look at the pros and cons of Microsoft's Windows Phone 8. Find out why he was generally impressed with this device.
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 3, 2013, 7:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by simonschilder
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Configure Samsung's S Voice for a more efficient mobile experience
Jack Wallen highlights some of the S Voice capability, and how you can use this tool to make your mobile experience even more efficient.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 10, 2012, 6:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by brooks@...
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Securely connect your Android smartphone via VPN
Deb Shinder explains how you can use a VPN to connect your Android smartphone to your home or work network.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | August 15, 2011, 9:06 AM PDT | Latest comment by alifaizan
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Samsung Galaxy Note II S Pen tips and tricks
Jack Wallen highlights some S Pen features that will help you make the most out of your Samsung Galaxy Note II.
Posted by Jack Wallen | December 20, 2012, 7:06 AM PST | Latest comment by corleyman@...
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Troubleshoot Wi-Fi connections on your Android phone
Wi-Fi connections can make using an Android phone a more robust experience. If those wireless connections aren't working, here are some Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips for users with Android phones.
Posted by Jack Wallen | March 4, 2011, 12:54 PM PST | Latest comment by englandrugbyfaninthesun
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Connect your iPhone to Microsoft Office 365
Office 365, the cloud-based collaboration platform from Microsoft, can actually be iPhone-friendly. Will Kelly shows you how to connect your iPhone to Office 365.
Posted by Will Kelly | April 19, 2012, 9:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by vlaverick
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Send files between Android and iOS with Fast File Transfer
Will Kelly shows us how to transfer files between Android and iOS devices using the free and amazingly simple Fast File Transfer application.
Posted by Will Kelly | January 25, 2013, 1:58 PM PST | Latest comment by perkinmerchant
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Apps for the data center technician's iPhone
Take a look at some iPhone data center apps, plus peers into the future of the iPhone in the data center.
Posted by Will Kelly | April 30, 2013, 9:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by jcbronson@...
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Troubleshoot Contacts and Calendar sync between Android and Exchange
Jack Wallen offers some troubleshooting tips for syncing Exchange contacts and calendars on your Android smartphone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 29, 2012, 9:00 AM PST | Latest comment by Feminaathur
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Fix the Samsung Galaxy S III Wi-Fi connection
If you have a Samsung Galaxy S III with poor Wi-Fi connectivity, you can perform a quick fix before an official update is released. Here's how.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 20, 2012, 6:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by jroth420
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Learn how to multitask on the Samsung Galaxy Note II
Jack Wallen takes a look at two multitasking features on the Samsung Galaxy Note II: Multi Window and Popup Note.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 3, 2013, 7:39 PM PST | Latest comment by radleym
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Connect to a PPTP VPN from your Android phone
The Android platform has an outstanding built-in VPN connection tool. Jack Wallen describes how Android users can set up and connect to a VPN with the help of a PPTP VPN.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 21, 2011, 11:49 AM PST | Latest comment by vpnandroid
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How to reset your Android screen lock security pattern
Jack Wallen walks you through the steps to get into your Android phone if you've forgotten your security pattern.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 23, 2012, 9:06 AM PST | Latest comment by wizard57m-cnet
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Backup your Android SMS, MMS, and phone logs to Gmail
Jack Wallen takes a look at Backup Message & Call to Email, a free application that can help you save your SMS, MMS, and phone logs to your Gmail account.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 6, 2012, 9:13 AM PST | Latest comment by Rayvens
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How to use the Samsung Galaxy Note II S Pen as a business tool
Kris Littlejohn offers a few tips for using the Samsung Galaxy Note II S Pen as a business tool to complete your work faster and more efficiently.
Posted by Kris Littlejohn | December 4, 2012, 12:52 PM PST | Latest comment by siddspain
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Five Samsung Galaxy S III features that might blow you away
Jack Wallen highlights five of the coolest features found in the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 17, 2012, 12:56 PM PDT
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xScope Browser Pro: Full-featured, fast, one-handed browsing
Take a look at how to install and configure xScope Browser Pro, an inexpensive but powerful app for your Android mobile device.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 14, 2013, 1:17 PM PDT
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Create unique SMS/MMS popups and quick replies with Glowfly
Glowfly is an Android app that offers control over SMS/MMS notifications. Find out how business users can use Glowfly to make daily life more efficient and reliable.
Posted by Jack Wallen | April 26, 2013, 5:26 AM PDT
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How to manage the contacts on your Android phone
Jack Wallen shares some tips on how Android device owners can keep their contacts list under control. Two of the tips are specific to the Samsung Captivate line.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 5, 2011, 2:41 PM PST | Latest comment by O Bloody Hell
