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As I continue to live in a world of both Android and iOS apps, I have a few observations. These should serve as lessons for would-be app designers. The most useful apps are those that take a single to narrow range of tasks that can be accomplished conventionally on a computer browser and squeeze them down into a simple interface
For some time now, when it came to desktop and laptop computer hardware, innovation has seemed to be somewhat stagnate. After all, what more can be done with word processing software? How can spreadsheets possibly be improved? How can the browsing experience be made better? Can email be made more effective or efficient? Form impacts function, but function often defines
If you mention "TV" and "smartphone" in the same sentence, most people will think about watching TV programmes on their phone. Some people will probably think of Sling. But what if you want to do it the other way round? What if you want to see what's on your smartphone on your TV? In that case, Snapstick may have just
Tom Newman clocks in with Mike from Casio, who were demonstrating low-power Bluetooth in a watch. As you might expect, low power drain is highly desirable in a watch as, unlike smartphones, it's not normal to recharge them every night. Most people would expect a watch to last several years between battery changes and fortunately, Casio expects the battery in
Jeffrey talks sexting with Jeremy Witkins of Wyd Eye Software, on how their PicsChecker application can help parents keep on eye on children's texting behaviour. It works by sending an email of all the texts and pictures sent by the phone to the parent every day. The parent can then review the content for any SMS or MMS sexting material.
Jeffrey interviews Mark Williamson, CEO of Zoodles, which makes software that gives a "kid mode" to devices such as PCs, tablets and smartphones. As I suspect most parents will testify, children are always keen to get their hands on Mommmy's or Daddy's latest toy. The "kid mode" creates a walled-garden (or sand-pit) that includes lots of child-friendly educational games and
Andy McCaskey talks to Technocel about the PowerPak XT, an external powerpack for mobile devices. It's a 1600 mAh battery giving around 4.5 hours of extra use. Works with over 95% of all smartphones via different adaptors. $49.99 and available now from Best Buy or Sprint The BatteryBoost is a keychain-sized rechargeable battery for emergencies, charging and recharging via microUSB. $29.99 and available from the