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Sonja Thompson
TechRepublic Staff
Sonja Thompson
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Review: TouchDown mail client for Android
If you have an Android-based phone and you need to connect to an Exchange server, Jack Wallen says you cannot beat TouchDown for a simple to use, single point of entry application.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 27, 2010, 10:43 AM PDT | Latest comment by trevor.branch@...
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Seven antivirus solutions for Windows Mobile and Symbian
If you're using a Windows Mobile or Symbian device, you're no stranger to the risk of viruses or malware on your handset. Here are seven mobile antivirus solutions to consider.
Posted by Shawn Morton | May 27, 2010, 6:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by Ken4354
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Yahoo, Nokia ink mobile alliance: Will it matter?
Yahoo and Nokia on Monday unveiled a global mobile alliance designed to compete against Apple's iPhone and Android powered devices.
Posted by Larry Dignan | May 25, 2010, 2:28 PM PDT | Latest comment by dsfoiuh
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Tether your laptop with the Droid Incredible
Jack Wallen shows that tethering your Verizon Incredible with your laptop is a simple process. This solution may come in handy if you're on the go and don't need a full-blown portable hot spot.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 21, 2010, 11:14 PM PDT | Latest comment by khentloujohnson
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Four steps Apple should take to regain smartphone dominance
It's been reported the Apple has lost some sales ground to Android-based phones. Scott Lowe offers his take on what Apple needs to do to turn this around.
Posted by Scott Lowe | May 19, 2010, 6:33 PM PDT | Latest comment by SmartAceW0LF
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End user basics for securing mobile data
These basic tips will help get end users thinking about how they are protecting their mobile devices and managing their personal and corporate data.
Posted by Shawn Morton | May 18, 2010, 1:40 PM PDT | Latest comment by Neon Samurai
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Mobile news: Android trumps iPhone, Apple causes a stir, EVO 4G details emerge
Mobile stories that caught Shawn Morton's eye this week include Android passing iPhone OS as the number two mobile OS, details about Sprint's EVO 4G, and more.
Posted by Shawn Morton | May 12, 2010, 11:53 PM PDT | Latest comment by macdyver66
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Video: IBM rethinks mobile email
At the Web 2.0 Expo, Jeff Pierce, manager of Mobile Computer Research at IBM, shows off the company's prototype mobile email client.
Posted by Mary Weilage | May 7, 2010, 4:54 PM PDT
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Majority of Verizon customers want iPhone, but analyst says not this year
A survey found that more than half of Verizon's customers would buy an iPhone if available but an analyst says that won't happen this year.
Posted by Sam Diaz | May 7, 2010, 9:28 AM PDT | Latest comment by timtrible@...
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BlackBerry Storm2 9550 features numerous enhancements
Paul Mah offers a brief evaluation of the BlackBerry Storm2 9550. Find out why he thinks this smartphone is what the BlackBerry Storm should have been.
Posted by Paul Mah | May 4, 2010, 1:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by kkchn
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HP's purchase of Palm: Minimal impact on the mobile field (for now)
Hewlett-Packard's surprise purchase of Palm won't rattle the smartphone or mobile field in the near future, but over time the acquisition could spark a few ripple effects. Here's a look at the...
Posted by Larry Dignan | May 3, 2010, 10:06 AM PDT
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A look at the BlackBerry Push Service for third-party apps
In this high-level overview of RIM's BlackBerry Push Service, Paul Mah discusses what it could mean for third-party applications on the BlackBerry platform.
Posted by Paul Mah | April 29, 2010, 6:57 AM PDT
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Your mobile browsing experience is better, thanks to WebKit
Shawn Morton looks at how Apple revolutionized the mobile Web browsing experience with the open source rendering engine WebKit and explains why this matters.
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 28, 2010, 11:37 PM PDT | Latest comment by Adam Parker
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Smartphones news: WES 2010, acquisition rumors, Android Market, Nexus One
Mobile stories that caught Shawn Morton's eye this week include major acquisition rumors, app store milestones, changes in carriers' handset selections, and more.
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 28, 2010, 10:43 AM PDT
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First look: What to expect in BlackBerry OS 6.0
At WES 2010, RIM delivers many more details - and a demo - about the next version of its OS platform, now officially called BlackBerry 6. Here's a list of new features.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 27, 2010, 12:01 PM PDT | Latest comment by J T CUNNINGHAM
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Nexus One: Is Google pushing away from smartphone sales business?
Google has shifted gears on its newest smartphone for Verizon in a way that suggests it may be backing off of its effort to sell directly to the consumer.
Posted by Sam Diaz | April 26, 2010, 2:41 PM PDT | Latest comment by Hazydave
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RIM announces BlackBerry Pearl 3G; bets many consumers won't need full QWERTY
Research in Motion kicked off its WES 2010 event by unveiling the BlackBerry Pearl 3G and touting it as the phone for consumers upgrading from standard cell phones.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 26, 2010, 2:23 PM PDT
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BlackBerry 9650 makes the Bold RIM's new flagship smartphone
Research in Motion showed off its new CDMA version of the BlackBerry Bold on the first day of WES 2010.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 26, 2010, 2:19 PM PDT | Latest comment by M Wagner
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Adobe casts Flash lot with Android; Drops iPhone plans
Adobe's Mike Chambers, principal product manager for the Flash platform, said the company will halt future development on plans to bring Flash apps to Apple's iPhones.
Posted by Larry Dignan | April 22, 2010, 6:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by marshallpaisley@...
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Apple earnings: iPhone growth magnifies global smartphone potential
Apple's strong iPhone growth in international markets offers a glimpse at the potential -- and future competition -- in global markets.
Posted by Sam Diaz | April 21, 2010, 10:12 AM PDT
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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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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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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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Save on your data plan with Onavo Extend
Find out how to extend the value of your existing data plan with the help of Onavo Extend, a free mobile application for both iOS and Android devices.
Posted by Matthew Nawrocki | April 22, 2013, 1:57 PM PDT | Latest comment by jcball5
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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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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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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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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
