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Crowdfunding is hot at this year’s South by Southwest: Here’s Why

by on March 13, 2012 | 1 Comment » | 2,174 Views

Crowdfunding isn’t a particularly new idea—ever since it was possible to take payments over the Internet, organizations and individuals have been using their online audiences to fund myriad projects, from entertainment like movies and theatre to tech products like solar energy. But websites like Kickstarter and IndieGoGo provide platforms that really change the way peopleRead more..


Everything You Need to Know About The New iPad

by on March 7, 2012 | 2 Comments » | 3,021 Views

UPDATE: Don’t take our word for it, you can now watch today’s Apple event streaming on their website. Tim Cook just left the stage from Apple’s iPad event in California, where he and his team brought us the latest Apple announcement, presumably including “the new iPad” (yes, that’s it’s full name!). It hits stores nextRead more..


Does this look like a retina display to you? iPad 3 coming March 7th

by on February 28, 2012 | No Comments » | 1,907 Views

Apple’s emails for their invitation-only events don’t come with press releases, PR contact info, or any of the things you come to expect in this industry from most other tech companies. No, they come with a teaser image designed to give you just a taste of what’s to come. I don’t know about you, butRead more..


Could a rugged smartphone help your biz? Then check out the new Samsung Rugby Smart

by on February 23, 2012 | No Comments » | 2,215 Views

If you work in a dirty job where you’re constantly exposed to dirt and grime, or are a road warrior constantly traveling around, then you probably know that phones don’t like being dropped, they don’t like puddles, and they definitely don’t like dust. But small business owners and employees who need a tough phone areRead more..


Win round-trip in-flight wireless coupons from Gogo!

by on February 21, 2012 | 1 Comment » | 2,657 Views

If you haven’t tried in-flight wireless from Gogo yet, you’re missing out. Being productive on-the-go in this age of mobile devices unfortunately means that you need Internet access everywhere if you’re going to compete. With access on a variety of top carriers (see the full list to right), chances are good that your next flightRead more..


Is 4G LTE just a marketing buzzword? Or should you get excited about it?

by on February 17, 2012 | No Comments » | 2,158 Views

For AT&T Premier business and education customers, right now you you can get a great deal on one of three Android-powered 4G LTE smartphones. But what does 4G LTE really mean? Is it just another marketing buzzword like the original “4G” designation was last year, or does it actually mean something this time? 4G LTERead more..


Messages Beta for OSX bring iOS iMessage to the Mac – AVAILABLE NOW!

by on February 16, 2012 | No Comments » | 2,107 Views

With the announcement of Apple’s latest desktop operating system, OS X “Mountain Lion” hitting the web this morning, one of the more exciting features for business on the move is that Apple’s iOS communications platform, iMessage, is coming to Apple’s Mac platform as, simply, Messages. The app is currently in beta, but works great for sending text,Read more..


Is bigger better? Samsung’s betting on it with the Galaxy Note 5.3″ Phone

by on February 15, 2012 | No Comments » | 2,645 Views

I got my hands on the Samsung Galaxy Note (available for preorder now from AT&T, arrives this Friday, Feb. 17th) a couple of days ago, and while I haven’t completely made up my mind about the device, there are a few things I’d like to share ahead of my full review coming next week. FirstRead more..


Free Galaxy S II Phone with Tablet Purchase from AT&T

by on January 27, 2012 | No Comments » | 2,315 Views

Astute readers of this blog have probably noticed this great deal from AT&T in the banner on our site. Basically, with the purchase of of a Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9″ Android Tablet you get a FREE Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket Android smartphone. We like the Galaxy Tab 8.9 because it’s got a fast dual-core processorRead more..


Targus Dock Perfect Accessory for your New Ultrabook

by on January 17, 2012 | No Comments » | 1,927 Views

While not specifically a dock for Ultrabooks, these slick new docks from Targus that require a single USB 3.0 port do make the perfect match. Ultrabooks tend to have fewer ports and expansion options than other laptops thanks to their limited thickness, which means that you won’t easily be able to attach them to aRead more..