A Cedar Hill, Texas resident claims that his brand-new Motorola Droid 2 exploded next to his ear, when he was trying to make a call. Aron Embry reported hearing a “popping sound” come from his Droid 2, although he felt no pain at first. He did, however, begin feeling blood dripping onto his neck. Read…
Month: December 2010
The Best Selling Gadgets From Holidays Past
Here is a look back on 40 years of gizmos, games, and gadgets that were a big hit under the Christmas tree. Read the original post by PC World
Apple iPhone 4 16GB Smartphone for AT&T for $149 in-store … or less, more
With activation of new voice and data plans, Radio Shack stores offer the Apple iPhone 4 16GB Smartphone for AT&T Wireless for $149, as reported on its Facebook page. (Note that you don’t need a Facebook account to view this information.) That’s tied with the lowest total price we’ve seen for a refurbished unit shipped,…
Google to hold Chrome OS event, unveil netbook on Dec. 7
Google has announced a Chrome event to be held on Dec. 7. It’s widely believed that the event will detail Google’s progress on the Chrome OS, but that it will also introduce the rumored Google-branded Chrome OS netbook. Read the original post by Andy
RadioShack promotion offers $50 iPhone savings
RadioShack is giving shoppers a chance to load up on iPhones for the holidays, and pay $50 less. These aren’t refurbished iPhones either, they’re brand new, and the deal cuts across the iPhone 3GS as well as the iPhone 4. Read the original post by Andy
TiPb TV 4: Should you get an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPod nano?
Should you get an iPhone 4, iPod touch (2010), or iPod nano (2010)? Or more specifically, who should get an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPod nano? That’s a question we get a lot from people considering their first iOS device or a second device for their family, and that’s the topic for the fourth episode…
TiPb TV 04: Should you get an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPod nano?
Should you get an iPhone 4, iPod touch (2010), or iPod nano (2010)? Or more specifically, who should get an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPod nano? That’s a question we get a lot from people considering their first iOS device or a second device for their family, and that’s the topic for the fourth episode…
Radial menus, location-based radio, 3D displays – iPhone and iPad patent round up
Some of Apple’s more interesting recent patent applications and grants for iPad and iPhone include spiraling, radial menus, an actual radio app, 3D displays without the need for annoying glasses. As always, just because Apple patents something doesn’t mean we’ll ever see it in production hardware or software, so just take these for what they’re…
iOS 4.2 bugs: iPad Camera Kit no longer supports as many USB devices?
Since the iPad doesn’t have a USB port or SSD card slot (can I say “grrrr!’ again?) Apple sells a Camera Kit that’s supposed to let you plug in your camera or card and transfer your pictures and video — but also used to work for low power USB keyboards and Skype/VoIP headsets. I say…
Best Gadgets for Men
What does your list of best gadgets for men, include? This piece of writing intends to give you a list of essential gadgets for men. Read the original post by Buzzle.com
Wikileaks’ PayPal account access terminated
Wikileaks has just seen a major hit to its ability to function, and it doesn’t involve its website, either. PayPal has suspended the account that Wikileaks has used to receive and access donations. Read the original post by Andy
CallLock fixes proximity sensor bug [Jailbreak]
CallLock is a new tweak available for Jailbroken iPhones that does exactly what it says — it locks your phone once an incomming or an outgoing call is connected. If you are like me and your iPhone 4 is still having proximity sensor issues issues then this will prevent you from ever face dialing, muting…
Convergys Corp. plans move to Dover Road
Just eight months after flood waters destroyed its contact center in Clarksville, Convergys Corp. Read the original post by The Leaf Chronicle
WheeMe Massage Robot with Fingerettes
We have recently looked at massage chairs and although they work well, they are bulky and expensive. Read the original post by Ubergizmo
(AHN) Suspect In Brutal Teenage Beating Sues School Board
A teenage boy accused of nearly beat a 15-year-old girl to death outside her school is suing authorities over his education in jail. Wayne Treacy, 16, is claiming he is not receiving a proper education while he remains incarcerated. – (AHN) Read the original post by Andy