Apple retail stores: 12 years later
On May 19, 2001, the first two Apple retail store opened up for business. One was located in McLean, Va., while the other was situated in Glendale, Calif. At the time, there were no shortage of critics who expressed serious doubt as to Apple's effort to g.....»»
Engadget takes Unikey"s iPhone assisted keyless entry for a spin
We're still a few years away from the self-opening home front door of the Jetsons. But that's okay -- we're making progress. A few weeks ago we told you about Unikey and Kwikset's Kevo, a keyless entry system for your own front door. Now the fine folks at.....»»
Nexus 7 2: What to Expect
Nexus 7 2: What to Expect is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile.Google has been rumored to be replacing the Nexus 7 at some point this year with a new Android-based tablet, presumably called the Nexus 7 2. And while the device did not make an appea.....»»
OtterBox acquires LifeProof
OtterBox, a pioneer in smartphone case technology based in Ft. Collins, Colorado, today got a little bit larger. The company acquired LifeProof, a company that builds a line of waterproof cases that provide superior protection without adding a lot of bulk.....»»
Zite update is aimed at Google Reader orphans
With Google Reader fading into the sunset in July more and more users are looking to replace its functionality. Zite for iOS (free) has some solutions that should please many news hounds. The app was originally born out of a desire to replace Google Reade.....»»
Xbox One: Three-Way Software Solution Simplifies Interactions
Xbox One: Three-Way Software Solution Simplifies Interactions is a post by Travis Pope from Gotta Be Mobile.The operating system that powers Microsoft’s next-generation entertainment console, the Xbox One, is the device’s “game changer” according .....»»
Apple: Google Now violates Siri patents
We recently asked if Apple's ongoing legal battles with Samsung were worth the effort for the computer giant. As if to answer our question, this week Apple amended their infringement claims with a new motion filed in the second California patent case targ.....»»
Ebooks not growing much in Canada, slightly better in the US
A new study from BookNet Canada notes that the ebook market may be in trouble. Paperback books, says BookNet, made up 58% of all purchases last year, with hardcover taking 24%. But ebooks were only 15% of total sales last year, a figure that's down overal.....»»
Video: Testing Out Google’s Conversational Search in Chrome
If you are a Chrome user on your desktop computer, be sure to update to the newest version that was released this morning as it includes Google’s new conversational search. We first saw conversational search at Google I/O last week in one of the mor.....»»
Xbox One Backwards Compatibility is Backwards, Says MS Exec
Xbox One Backwards Compatibility is Backwards, Says MS Exec is a post by Shawn Ingram from Gotta Be Mobile.Don Mattrick, head of Microsoft’s Xbox division recently said in an interview with The Wall Street Journal that he doesn’t see a problem.....»»
Nexus 5: 5 Things to Know
Nexus 5: 5 Things to Know is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile.With one Nexus out on shelves right now and another on the way, many consumers are wondering about the prospects of Google’s yearly Nexus smartphone which very clearly isn’.....»»
Lenovo Horizon 27-Inch Tablet: Gaming Demo Video
Lenovo Horizon 27-Inch Tablet: Gaming Demo Video is a post by Josh Smith from Gotta Be Mobile.The Lenovo Horizon is a 27-inch tablet and all-in-one computer that offers a collection of great gaming experience and accessories that deliver a better gaming e.....»»
TUAW TV Live: Taxes, Texas and Tim
Today on TUAW TV Live, cohost Shawn "Doc Rock" Boyd and I will be conversing about a number of topics. Yesterday saw Apple CEO Tim Cook being grilled by a Senate committee about corporate taxes and at the same time passing along a hint that a "refreshed M.....»»
iOS 7 Beta: Popular Service Promises Early Access for $8
iOS 7 Beta: Popular Service Promises Early Access for $8 is a post by Josh Smith from Gotta Be Mobile.We expect Apple will announce iOS 7 and an iOS 7 beta at WWDC 2013 in early June, and one of our favorite places to get iOS beta access is back to delive.....»»
Daily Deals for May 22, 2013
It's time to save some of that hard-earned cash with our Daily Deals, featuring a handy list from Dealnews and our own hand-picked selections that include some sweet deals on iOS and OS X software (all prices are USD). Deals from Dealnews MacMall: [Ap.....»»
Warhammer 40K Armageddon gets details, coming in 2014
There are a couple of Warhammer-related titles on their way to iOS soon, but this is the most interesting yet. Developer Slitherine has revealed that it's working on a title called Warhammer 40K: Armageddon, a turn-based, hex-tiled strategy game coming to.....»»
Daily iPad App: Sun by Discover Kids is a star-studded look at our Sun
The sun is one of the most important stars in our galaxy. It gives us light, enables the growth of plants, is a source of energy and is the cornerstone of our calendar. To learn more about this spectacular star, you should check out the Sun By Kids Discov.....»»
Apple now allowing Paypal payment for Apple Store purchases (in Germany)
German users have noticed one other change from the Apple Store downtime last night, and that is that Apple will now accept Paypal payments their Apple.com store. You could previously use Paypal as a payment service on the iTunes and Mac App Stores, but y.....»»
Pandora app revamps interface, adds Facebook publishing
Pandora Radio is the granddaddy of streaming music apps, and for years now, the company's iPhone app has been one of the most popular ways to use and interact with the service. Just today, the app has nabbed a big update, bringing it to version 4.3. The n.....»»
5 Thoughts on the Missing Verizon HTC One
5 Thoughts on the Missing Verizon HTC One is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile.In February, HTC unleashed its latest and greatest smartphone, the HTC One, a device that has landed to solid reviews and loads of fanfare. And while the device has yet.....»»