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Sonja Thompson
TechRepublic Staff
Sonja Thompson
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Have the mobile OS wars really been decided already?
A research report concludes that the mobile OS war has been decided and Apple's iOS and Android are the big winners. In the long run will that really be the case?
Posted by Larry Dignan | November 22, 2010, 9:40 AM PST | Latest comment by Nsaf
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Extend smartphone functionality with hardware add-ons
You can bring your smartphone closer to being the ultimate "ultra-portable computer" with hardware add-ons. Dell Shinder tells you about some options that are available.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | November 19, 2010, 6:12 PM PST | Latest comment by DadsPad
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Five tips for saving battery life on an Android phone
You can't really count on a smartphone if it's constantly running out of juice. These simple measures will help prolong your Android's battery life.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 12, 2010, 11:53 PM PST | Latest comment by option12
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Seven new iPhone apps for business and fun
Scott Lowe lists seven new iPhone apps that caught his attention. Find out which apps he thinks are worth checking out and which apps he recommends skipping.
Posted by Scott Lowe | November 5, 2010, 9:38 PM PDT
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The five best news aggregator Android apps
Out of all of the news apps for the Android mobile platform, Jack Wallen says these five are the best RSS readers.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 5, 2010, 9:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by Kevin@...
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Call for mobile application developers to write tech tips
If you have real-world mobile application development experience and would like to write blogs and tips for TechRepublic, please contact us.
Posted by Mary Weilage | November 4, 2010, 7:47 AM PDT
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Smartphone form factor's impact on usability and user satisfaction
Deb Shinder discusses how much a form factor impacts the smartphone's usability and the user's satisfaction (or lack thereof) with the experience.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | October 29, 2010, 11:59 PM PDT | Latest comment by The Management consultant
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Intel's Peter Biddle on AppUp, the Atom processor, and more
In this interview, Intel's Peter Biddle discusses the future of Intel mobile digital consumer devices, app markets, and vendor relationships, and whether Intel can stay relevant in this extremely...
Posted by Donovan Colbert | October 26, 2010, 12:14 PM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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Skyfire 2.0 browser for Android blows away the competition
Jack Wallen says Skyfire stands out as one of the best and fastest browsers for Android. Here are highlights of Skyfire 2.0's unique features.
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 25, 2010, 10:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by The Cars Forever
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Five must-have Android apps for network administrators
If you're a net admin who is always on the go and you use an Android phone, check out these five free mobile applications that Jack Wallen considers must haves.
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 22, 2010, 11:59 PM PDT
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What's new in Android 2.2/Froyo
Android 2.2 (Froyo) comes with a number of exciting features, including Wi-Fi tethering, Bluetooth voice dialing, cloud to device messaging, and the option to install apps directly to the SD card.
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 21, 2010, 8:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by The Management consultant
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Smartphone location and navigation services
Today's smartphones know where it's at -- thanks to embedded GPS receivers and software that takes advantage of the data those receivers collect.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | October 21, 2010, 6:18 AM PDT
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Adobe tops one million Flash downloads on Android
Adobe has more than one million downloads of Flash Player 10.1 on the Android market, but it still has a few kinks to work out on the mobile front.
Posted by Larry Dignan | October 15, 2010, 11:42 PM PDT | Latest comment by RipVan
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LG Ally review: A budget-friendly Android smartphone
The LG Ally from Verizon Wireless is smaller and much less expensive than other Android devices, such as the Droid X and the HTC Incredible. So is it a viable option for an Android power user?
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 15, 2010, 6:44 AM PDT | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Windows Phone 7 unveiled: First impressions
Microsoft officially unveiled Windows Phone 7, though it will not be available in the U.S. until Nov. 8. Read what three TechRepublic and ZDNet bloggers are saying about Windows Phone 7.
Posted by Mary Weilage | October 11, 2010, 11:06 AM PDT | Latest comment by Pohunk45@...
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Android tablets, smartphones: Firefox's best shot at mobile relevance
Mozilla has released the first Firefox 4 beta for Android, the organization's best shot for mobile relevance. And that relevance could increase as Android tablets hit the market.
Posted by Larry Dignan | October 8, 2010, 4:33 PM PDT
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Review: NAVIGON MobileNavigator iPhone app
NAVIGON MobileNavigator turns an ordinary iPhone into a full-fledged turn-by-turn GPS device. Scott Lowe says the $60 app is worth the money.
Posted by Scott Lowe | October 8, 2010, 9:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by lewis.brendan@...
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Smartphone selection criteria: What factors matter most to you?
Different people have different priorities when they select a smartphone, thus there is no "one size fits all" phone. Deb Shinder discusses some of the criteria that you might want to consider...
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | October 8, 2010, 8:50 AM PDT | Latest comment by Regulus
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Will VMware miss the mobile virtualization curve?
VMware is interested in mobile virtualization, but appears to be facing an innovator's dilemma. The company has so much growth ahead with server, desktop, and data center virtualization that it...
Posted by Larry Dignan | October 4, 2010, 9:25 AM PDT
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Why Nokia should offer a mobile OS smorgasbord
Nokia has been a no-show in North America, specifically the U.S., but that may change if it can come up with a unique approach to the market. Here's a thought: offer more than Symbian as an...
Posted by Larry Dignan | September 30, 2010, 6:22 AM PDT | Latest comment by megous00010
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
