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Sonja Thompson
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Sonja Thompson
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Capture ideas and collaborate with Catch Notes
Jack Wallen takes a look at Catch Notes, a mobile app for taking notes and collaborating with colleagues on the go.
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 4, 2012, 7:40 AM PDT
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Use Smart Actions to manage the screen timeout in Webtop 3.0
Donovan Colbert show you how to use Smart Actions to avoid short screen timeout delays when using your smartphone as a productivity device.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | October 2, 2012, 6:16 AM PDT
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Android accessibility options for vision and hearing impaired
Jack Wallen highlights some of the accessibility options available in the Samsung Galaxy S III and other devices with Android 4.0.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 26, 2012, 12:37 PM PDT
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Infographic: Your dirty habits making you sick
This infographic by Ion Swipes takes a look at some disturbing stats concerning germs at home and the workplace.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | September 24, 2012, 6:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by andrew232006
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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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Webtop 3.0 opens more doors for Google
Donovan Colbert takes a look at some of the changes with Webtop 3.0. Find out why he thinks Webtop 3.0 will open more doors for Google in the enterprise.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | September 17, 2012, 12:28 PM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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Web conferencing with Adobe Connect Mobile for iOS
Will Kelly shows us the basics of using Adobe Connect Mobile for iOS to access web conferences from your iPhone.
Posted by Will Kelly | September 14, 2012, 11:41 AM PDT
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Apple announces the iPhone 5
With the iPhone 5, Apple pushes the envelope once again with its smartphone design and execution. Jack Wallen highlights the iPhone 5's main features.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 12, 2012, 1:28 PM PDT | Latest comment by Gisabun
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Pros and cons of OTA updates for Android ICS and Jelly Bean
Donovan Colbert recently received the ICS update for his Motorola Droid 4 and Jelly Bean update for his ASUS Transformer Pad TF300. Find out what problems and benefits he's experienced.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | September 10, 2012, 1:06 PM PDT | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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Infographic: iPhone 5 predictions
Only one in every five Android users plans to purchase the iPhone 5 when it's released, according to a recent survey.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | September 6, 2012, 6:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by griswald.goulton@...
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How to install Jelly Bean 4.1.1 on your Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Sara Carter walks you through the steps for updating Jelly Bean 4.1.1 on your Verizon-branded Samsung Galaxy Nexus.
Posted by Sara Carter | September 5, 2012, 3:28 PM PDT | Latest comment by have_hope@...
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Spread the word interactively with Samsung TecTiles
Jack Wallen takes a look at Samsung TecTiles. Find out how you can program TecTiles to complete various actions.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 4, 2012, 6:54 PM PDT
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Infographic: Two thirds of Android users don't pay for apps
This Statista infographic compares iOS and Android users' willingness to pay for apps.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | August 30, 2012, 4:16 AM PDT | Latest comment by Computer_User_1024
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How to use Yammer on your iPhone
Yammer, the enterprise social network, has a capable iPhone app that can help mobile users stay in touch with their coworkers. Will Kelly demonstrates the basics of the Yammer iOS app.
Posted by Will Kelly | August 28, 2012, 7:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by Celestine Smith
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Set up avast! Anti-Theft on an Android phone
Find out why Jack Wallen recommends the free avast! Mobile Security application for your Android phone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 24, 2012, 8:31 AM PDT | Latest comment by Methos1979
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Infographic: The age of apps
From IBM Simon and RIM, which paved the way to the app world we live in, this cool infographic predicts the market all the way to 2016.
Posted by Gina Smith | August 22, 2012, 10:57 AM PDT | Latest comment by CharlieSpencer_Palmetto
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Enjoy the speed of Chrome on your Android phone
Jack Wallen takes a look at how to install Chrome on your Android 4.0 device and what the browser has to offer.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 21, 2012, 6:49 AM PDT | Latest comment by jlwallen@...
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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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Infographic: Smartphone shoppers don't close the deal
This Statista infographic by Monetate shows that smartphone users do more window shopping than making actual purchases.
Posted by Sonja Thompson | August 15, 2012, 6:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by coffeeshop
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Replace your iPhone calendar with Agenda Calendar
The iOS calendar is a useful app, but Agenda Calendar is a great low-cost alternative that offers greater control over the presentation and accessibility of your calendar data. Will Kelly explains.
Posted by Will Kelly | August 13, 2012, 7:38 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
