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Sonja Thompson
TechRepublic Staff
Sonja Thompson
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Will Opera get traction on the Apple's iPhone?
Opera said Tuesday that its Mini browser has been approved for the iPhone and iPod touch. Will Opera get traction on the iPhone?
Posted by Larry Dignan | April 14, 2010, 8:11 PM PDT | Latest comment by Gis Bun
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Microsoft unveils KIN: Will users like this all-cloud, no-apps approach?
Microsoft has unveiled KIN ONE and KIN TWO, devices that take advantage of social networking integration yet lack third-party apps. Do you think KIN will deliver well enough for users to overlook...
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 13, 2010, 1:14 PM PDT | Latest comment by boxfiddler
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Palm for sale: What's the best case scenario?
Palm has gone from darling to putting itself up for sale in just a few months. Here's a look at the best and worst case scenarios for Palm's future, developers, and customers.
Posted by Larry Dignan | April 12, 2010, 8:30 PM PDT
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Five things you should know about BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express
Thinking of deploying the BlackBerry platform in your organization? If so, read Paul Mah's overview of BlackBerry Enterprise Server Express.
Posted by Paul Mah | April 9, 2010, 8:53 PM PDT | Latest comment by Cheetahguy
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Apple iPhone OS 4.0: A look at the seven tentpole apps
At the iPhone OS 4.0 press event, Steve Jobs referenced a laundry list of 100 new user features for the operating system. He focused on what he called seven "tentpole" apps, which include the...
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 8, 2010, 5:55 PM PDT | Latest comment by mrsalsabor@...
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4G networks: Know the basics before jumping on the bandwagon
Shawn Morton plans to jump on the 4G bandwagon when Sprint releases the HTC EVO 4G Android-powered handset. Let us know whether you're ready to make the leap to 4G.
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 8, 2010, 9:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by anonymous_user
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Turn your smartphone into a WAP with WMWifiRouter
When Deb Shinder's FiOS Internet connection went down, she used WMWifiRouter to connect her Sony VAIO laptop to the Internet through her Windows Mobile phone's 3G service.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | April 8, 2010, 7:36 AM PDT | Latest comment by dok418
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BlackBerry development basics from RIM's Mike Kirkup
Justin James shares what he learned about BlackBerry development from Mike Kirkup, Director of Developer Relations at Research in Motion.
Posted by Justin James | April 2, 2010, 11:36 AM PDT
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Windows Phone 7 cheat sheet
After several years of seeing Apple and Google take over the smartphone market, Microsoft is attempting a comeback with its upcoming Windows Phone 7 Series. Shawn Morton provides an overview of...
Posted by Shawn Morton | April 1, 2010, 7:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by berrys@...
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Apps are hot, but don't forget the mobile Web
When you're looking at your company's mobile strategy, don't underestimate the value of the mobile Web as a viable platform to reach your customers.
Posted by Shawn Morton | March 31, 2010, 7:35 PM PDT
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Windows Phone 7 Series wish list
Deb Shinder shares her wish list of Windows Phone 7 Series features and attributes. One wish is for Microsoft not to go too far in emulating Apple.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | March 24, 2010, 5:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by dr_cox@...
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How to get around version differences in ActiveSync
Jeff Dray found two drivers that helps him address what he sees as one of the major drawbacks of Windows Mobile and ActiveSync.
Posted by Jeff Dray | March 24, 2010, 9:47 AM PDT
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Palm takes Pre, Pixi to AT&T: Will it matter?
Palm will bring its Pre Plus and Pixi Plus to AT&T in an effort to get more distribution for the troubled devices.
Posted by Larry Dignan | March 22, 2010, 10:54 AM PDT | Latest comment by glenmy@...
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Poll: Which mobile platform interests you the most?
Before Justin James begins his mobile development research in earnest, he wants to know which platform is of most interest to TechRepublic members. Let us know by taking this poll.
Posted by Justin James | March 19, 2010, 10:15 PM PDT | Latest comment by jfreedle2@...
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Google's Nexus One: Can it recover after an early bellyflop?
Google's Nexus One came out of the gate strong but promptly fell on its face, selling a mere 135,000 units. Is it too early to call the Nexus One a flop?
Posted by Larry Dignan | March 18, 2010, 7:27 AM PDT
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A very personal Google Android vs. Apple iPhone war just got some more personality
Tim Bray, who co-invented XML and is a well-known blogger, has joined Google's Android team and wasted no time taking on Apple's iPhone.
Posted by Larry Dignan | March 16, 2010, 9:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by bklau2006@...
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Android development fundamentals: How to get started
If you're considering developing Android apps, read what Justin James learned from talking with an Android Developer Advocate and a VP at Appcelerator.
Posted by Justin James | March 12, 2010, 4:46 AM PST
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Review: Motorola Devour
Jack Wallen was blown away by the Motorola Devour's speed and network agility, but he says the smartphone has one major drawback.
Posted by Jack Wallen | March 10, 2010, 4:23 AM PST
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Nexus One's biggest challenge isn't iPhone; it's Google's online-only sales model
If Google wants to advance Android and put devices like the Nexus One up against the iPhone, Sam Diaz say it needs to dump the online-only sales model.
Posted by Sam Diaz | March 9, 2010, 7:49 AM PST | Latest comment by sheenzt
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Top mobile apps for business users
Shawn Morton lists eight useful business apps for iPhone, BlackBerry, and Android devices. The categories for the apps are productivity, travel, networking, and business news.
Posted by Shawn Morton | March 8, 2010, 10:13 AM PST | Latest comment by steve jack
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
