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Sonja Thompson

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Sonja Thompson

Sonja Thompson
Sonja Thompson has worked for TechRepublic since October of 1999. She is currently a Senior Editor and the host of the Smartphones and Tablets blogs. Sonja also edits the TR Dojo video series.
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    Samsung Epic 4G: Killer keyboard and UI on a powerful Android phone

    Jack Wallen says the Samsung Epic 4G lives up to the hype. Find out why he is blown away by the smartphone, as well as where he thinks the device slightly misses the mark.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | September 2, 2010, 9:42 AM PDT | Latest comment by Alz Paul

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    The Great Land Grab author talks mobile app development

    In this interview, Jake Gostylo, author of The Great Land Grab game for Android phones, discusses his experience writing mobile applications and offers advice about getting into app development.

    Posted by Donovan Colbert | August 27, 2010, 11:59 PM PDT | Latest comment by AnsuGisalas

  • 7

    Host sites and share files via the kWS Android web server

    kWS is a mobile web server that can serve up files or a web site from your Android device. Here's how to install and run kWS.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | August 27, 2010, 10:19 PM PDT | Latest comment by PurpleSkys

  • 3

    Repair options for a cracked iPhone digitizer

    If you crack your iPhone's digitizer, three options for fixing it are: trying the DIY approach, taking the device to The Genius Bar, or sending it a repair service. Find out why Jack Wallen chose...

    Posted by Jack Wallen | August 25, 2010, 5:12 PM PDT | Latest comment by Jim Martinez

  • 0

    Review: BlackBerry Bold 9700

    If your organization is considering deploying BlackBerrys in the enterprise, you should take a look at the BlackBerry Bold 9700. Paul Mah says the smartphone does not disappoint.

    Posted by Paul Mah | August 20, 2010, 8:21 PM PDT

  • 11

    Pros and cons of jailbreaking or rooting your smartphone

    If jailbreaking/rooting might compromise the phone's security and void the warranty, why are some smartphone owners doing it? Deb Shinder outlines the benefits and more of the drawbacks of...

    Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | August 20, 2010, 8:00 PM PDT | Latest comment by markmak

  • 0

    Add a second Exchange account to your iPhone 4

    Apple has added support for multiple Exchange accounts on the devices that support iOS4. Scott Lowe walks you through how to add another Exchange account to your iPhone.

    Posted by Scott Lowe | August 19, 2010, 8:12 AM PDT

  • 5

    Oracle vs. Google over Java: Android lawsuits may begin to pile up

    Oracle's lawsuit against Google for Java patent infringement highlights how Android is going to become a big target in court.

    Posted by Larry Dignan | August 13, 2010, 9:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by Nsaf

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    Android poised to be No. 2 smartphone OS worldwide

    Google's decision to open source Android to multiple wireless handset makers has the mobile operating system poised to be No. 2 worldwide in short order.

    Posted by Larry Dignan | August 12, 2010, 7:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by Vulpinemac

  • 2

    Review: NagMonDroid network monitoring Android app

    If you use the Nagios network monitoring tool and have an Android phone, Jack Wallen says NagMonDroid is a must-have application, despite one major drawback.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | August 9, 2010, 2:17 PM PDT | Latest comment by RimieSmith

  • 0

    Review: ConnectBot SSH client for Android

    The ConnectBot SHH client allows you to connect to your Linux machines from anywhere your Android phone can get a signal. Linux expert Jack Wallen calls this a must-have app.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | August 4, 2010, 4:36 PM PDT

  • 4

    Review: Monitor servers remotely with the ServerUp Android app

    ServerUp is for any network administrator with an Android phone who requires 24/7 server monitoring capability. Jack Wallen provides details about this app's features.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | August 3, 2010, 6:56 AM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...

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    Forrester: RIM rules security roost

    Apple's iPhone and iPad are increasingly being adopted in the enterprise and secure enough for most firms, but high-security companies are likely to stick with Research in Motion's BlackBerry...

    Posted by Larry Dignan | August 2, 2010, 9:39 PM PDT

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    Smartphone camera shopping tips

    Deb Shinder discusses which features to look for in a smartphone camera and which phones are regarded as having the best cameras.

    Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 30, 2010, 5:50 PM PDT | Latest comment by irivlin

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    The myriad business uses for smartphone cameras

    Smartphone cameras are no longer just for the consumer market -- the cameras can also be useful business tools. Deb Shinder lists good business reasons to have a camera on your phone.

    Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 29, 2010, 5:50 PM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Koch

  • 6

    Review: LogMeIn Ignition for Android smartphones

    LogMeIn Ignition is a robust option for remotely accessing and controlling multiple Mac or PC computers via your Android smartphone.

    Posted by Shawn Morton | July 23, 2010, 8:29 PM PDT | Latest comment by mdeans@...

  • 8

    Review: Locale Android app silences your phone at the right times

    With the Locale app, Android power users can prevent their phone from ringing at specific times, such as during an important meeting. Jack Wallen offers this review of Locale.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | July 21, 2010, 6:50 AM PDT | Latest comment by jred

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    Did Apple iPhone 4 flap delay long-rumored Verizon Wireless debut?

    The flap swirling around the Apple iPhone 4 antenna and Steve Jobs' defense of the device may have delayed a long-rumored move to Verizon Wireless, according to an analyst.

    Posted by Larry Dignan | July 19, 2010, 10:22 PM PDT | Latest comment by fdhdfgh

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    Google wants us all to be mobile app developers

    Google's App Inventor for Android development tool does not require users to have any programming knowledge. Here's a brief overview of how it works.

    Posted by Shawn Morton | July 14, 2010, 9:40 PM PDT | Latest comment by captainpj

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    Get the most out of the Swype text-entry technology

    Deb Shinder offers tips and tricks for using Swype, a fast way to enter text in smartphones' on-screen keyboards.

    Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 13, 2010, 5:02 PM PDT | Latest comment by Graham@...

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