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Sonja Thompson
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Sonja Thompson

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How to manually update a Samsung Captivate to Froyo
Jack Wallen shares the step-by-step process for using the Kies Mini for PC software to get Froyo on a Samsung Captivate. He says the upgrade to Froyo is well worth the hassle.
Posted by Jack Wallen | March 11, 2011, 4:47 PM PST | Latest comment by Andrew_MN
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Google deletes malware-infected Android apps from users' phones
Google has remotely erased malware-infected applications from users' phones. Jack Wallen thinks this latest attack is a clear sign that Google needs to shore up the application submission process...
Posted by Jack Wallen | March 8, 2011, 4:26 PM PST | Latest comment by ereal_2000@...
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HTC Inspire 4G: Read TechRepublic's review of the Android phone
TechRepublic's Jason Hiner says there is a lot to like about the HTC Inspire 4G, especially for under $100. Read his complete review, and check out his photo gallery of the Android smartphone.
Posted by Mary Weilage | March 4, 2011, 11:18 PM PST | Latest comment by dylanm100700
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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 psrai
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Smartphones like Motorola Atrix can replace corporate desktops
AT&T's Ralph de la Vega says he is heartened by the early enterprise interest in Motorola's Atrix phone, which doubles as a laptop. Larry Dignan discusses why de la Vega's argument is notable.
Posted by Larry Dignan | March 4, 2011, 10:27 AM PST | Latest comment by Stalemate
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Android interface showdown: Open Home vs. 91 PandaHome vs. ADWLauncher
If you want to replace the stock UI on your Android phone, Open Home, 91 PandaHome 2, and ADWLauncher are worthy of your consideration. Jack Wallen lists the pros and cons of each Android interface.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 25, 2011, 11:58 PM PST | Latest comment by glengiancola
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Windows Phone 7: Perfection needed to counter ecosystem worries
The Windows Phone 7 update this week had a rough patch. Larry Dignan offers the short version of what happens, and says that Microsoft needs to stick the landing on its next Windows Phone 7 update.
Posted by Larry Dignan | February 25, 2011, 11:19 PM PST | Latest comment by MarlinUX
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Share apps with another Android phone owner
Recommending apps to your contacts who have Android devices is easy with Share Apps and Bump. Jack Wallen explains how to use these free tools to share Android apps.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 24, 2011, 8:30 AM PST | Latest comment by Life_isfun
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10 apps for Verizon iPhone owners
If you purchased a Verizon iPhone, you may have already downloaded well-known apps, such as Angry Birds and Netflix. Check out a CNET blogger's picks for cool lesser-known apps, and then list your...
Posted by Mary Weilage | February 18, 2011, 11:56 PM PST
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Use IronRuby to develop a Windows Phone 7 app
Justin James recently got his feet wet with IronRuby, and he was eager to use it in a real-world scenario. Find out what this Ruby novice thinks of using IronRuby to write a Windows Phone 7...
Posted by Justin James | February 18, 2011, 11:18 PM PST | Latest comment by Justin James
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Superphones need super chips
Larry Dignan highlights key developments from the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and says the mobile processor race is on.
Posted by Larry Dignan | February 16, 2011, 10:27 AM PST
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Nokia and Microsoft: Economics, risks of a 2-year transition to Windows Phone 7
The economics for Microsoft and Nokia may work out, but the biggest unknown is whether the phone maker can endure a two-year transition to Windows Phone 7 devices in a mobile world evolving so...
Posted by Larry Dignan | February 11, 2011, 11:22 PM PST | Latest comment by PriyaDivya
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Install software from outside the Android Market on your Android phone
Even though there are thousands of titles in the Android Market, there's still a lot of great software that isn't available in the Market. Here's how to install a non-Market application on your...
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 11, 2011, 11:07 PM PST | Latest comment by BrianAndrew
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Take screenshots of your Android phone from Windows or Linux
Getting screenshots of an Android phone is not the easiest process. Jack Wallen describes the steps Windows users or Linux users should follow to take screenshots of an Android phone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 9, 2011, 9:10 AM PST | Latest comment by Gis Bun
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Add an Exchange account on Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 devices are beginning to make their way into the enterprise. If you need to add an Exchange 2007 or 2010 account to your WP7 device, follow the steps in this tutorial.
Posted by Scott Lowe | February 3, 2011, 12:53 PM PST | Latest comment by cguyinsa
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12 ways for smartphones to be more business-ready
Smartphones still have a way to go before the mobile devices are extremely useful business tools straight out-of-the-box. Deb Shinder identifies features, capabilities, and functionalities that...
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | February 1, 2011, 1:28 PM PST | Latest comment by -vgrepl.
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Samsung Continuum review: Ticker keeps you up to date with your messaging
Is the Samsung Continuum's unique ticker feature compelling enough to make EVO or Droid X power users replace their phones? Jack Wallen answers this question in his review of the Continuum.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 31, 2011, 12:47 PM PST
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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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Ways to improve your mobile computing experience
From smartphones to iPads to netbooks and high-powered laptops, our mobile options have gone through the roof. But not everyone is using the devices to their full advantage. Deb Shinder offers...
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | January 21, 2011, 11:30 AM PST
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Android 3.0 Honeycomb sweetens the pot for business users
The upcoming Android 3.0 (dubbed Honeycomb) is designed specifically for the tablet form factor. Deb Shinder outlines the key features business users need in a tablet.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | January 18, 2011, 12:48 PM PST | Latest comment by AnsuGisalas
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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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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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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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Quick Tip: Start using widgets on your Android device
Widgets provide easy shortcuts to Android program functions. Find out how to start using these time savers.
Posted by Scott Matteson | June 3, 2013, 10:50 AM PDT
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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 psrai
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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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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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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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Standardize your Android contact phone number format with Twitch
Organize all of your Android contact phone numbers into a standard format with the help of Twitch! Contacts Formatter.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 28, 2013, 2:10 PM PDT | Latest comment by danweis
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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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Top four Android voice recorder applications
After combing through numerous Android recording apps, Jack Wallen lists his top four favorite and why.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 23, 2013, 12:48 PM PDT | Latest comment by briesmith
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Access Gmail using IMAP from your iPhone 5
Follow these simple steps to setup Gmail to use IMAP on your iPhone.
Posted by Will Kelly | June 6, 2013, 7:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by partner_mark@...
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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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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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Easily forward calls and SMS on Android phones
Jack Wallen highlights two Android apps that allow you to easily forward calls and SMS -- Simple Call Forwarding and SMS Forwarding.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 25, 2012, 9:44 AM PDT
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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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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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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 longford4@...
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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
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Manage multiple account passwords with Passwords Plus
Find out how to use Passwords Plus to manage login information from your mobile device.
Posted by Matthew Nawrocki | May 21, 2013, 12:25 PM PDT | Latest comment by jan.de.baat@...

































