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RIM admits it was behind anti-Apple stunt in Australia
May 2, 2012 – 2:58 pm
RIM admits it was behind anti-Apple stunt in Australia

By Ted Kritsonis

In the midst of the BlackBerry World event currently underway in Orlando, Research in Motion (RIM) issued a statement Monday night claiming responsibility for a series of anti-Apple flashmobs that took place in Melbourne and Sydney.

Tablets, Phablets and Superphones rule Mobile World Congress 2012
March 6, 2012 – 8:08 am
Tablets, Phablets and Superphones rule Mobile World Congress 2012

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Arguably the largest smartphone trade show in the world, the Mobile World Congress is held yearly in Barcelona, Spain as a proving ground for the latest and greatest mobile devices coming to the market.

Samsung WB750 camera pushes boundaries with 18x optical zoom
February 8, 2012 – 11:24 am
Samsung WB750 camera pushes boundaries with 18x optical zoom

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Samsung doesn’t get as much credit as it deserves for its digital cameras, which is a shame because they are pushing the boundaries on features and connectivity and are releasing some of the more compelling models in the market today.

Unlocking phones: what Canada’s carriers will and won’t do
January 27, 2012 – 5:53 am
Unlocking phones: what Canada’s carriers will and won’t do

By Ted Kritsonis

Phone unlocking is always one of those hot-button issues when it comes to mobile freedom, but most consumers buy their phones subsidized by the carriers through contracts. These phones are locked to their respective carriers, making it difficult to use them as leverage to leave for another provider.

Are smartphones ready to replace credit cards?
January 1, 2012 – 1:45 am
Are smartphones ready to replace credit cards?

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Smartphones, alreadysmarter than most people expected, are starting to take on their most critical new task yet: the ability to be used for payment.

Overhauling the First Screen: SmartTV as a Content Hub
December 27, 2011 – 10:13 pm
Overhauling the First Screen: SmartTV as a Content Hub

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Today’s content is consumed in three screens. TVs are the first, computers are the second and smartphones are the third. SmartTVs are starting to combine all three into the ultimate content hub.

Your connected home theatre experience: HDTV choices
December 8, 2011 – 9:40 am

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The good news is that HDTVs have never been more feature packed and affordable. In 2008, a 32-inch LCD HDTV cost about $725. Today, a similar model costs as low as $280. Here are some compelling HDTVs in the market today.

The next wave of tablet competition for the iPad – three products to watch for
November 1, 2011 – 8:51 am
The next wave of tablet competition for the iPad – three products to watch for

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The tablet revolution is in full swing and we are looking forward to some fresh new products in the pipeline.

Where touch meets type: smartphones with both touchscreens and QUERTY keyboards
September 29, 2011 – 10:03 am
Where touch meets type: smartphones with both touchscreens and QUERTY keyboards

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

For most users, the software keyboards on the majority of touchscreen-based smartphones are fine for short SMS messages and brief email messages. Smartphones with slide out QWERTY keyboards offer the convenience of a full-featured keyboard with all the benefits of a touch screen. Newer models are designed around thumb typing and leave the entire screen free for apps, webpages, videos and social media.

First Look at the Samsung ML-3712DW wireless office printer
August 31, 2011 – 3:55 pm
First Look at the Samsung ML-3712DW wireless office printer

By Lee Rickwood

In many ways, the Samsung ML-3712DW monochrome wireless laser printer is for people who hate printing. It’s that good! It’s fast and quiet (noisy printers drive me crazy!). It’s competitively priced for the many features it offers, including some nice green eco-options (almost any printing gives me enviro-guilt!). And better still, it’s the prize in the latest WhatsYourTech.ca contest!

Google buys Motorola Mobility for $12.5 Billion, secures Patent Stockpile
August 15, 2011 – 10:10 am
Google buys Motorola Mobility for $12.5 Billion, secures Patent Stockpile

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

In an unexpected move, Google has transformed from software provider to handset maker by buying Motorola Mobility for $12.5 Billion.

Samsung Series 9 proves that Windows PC laptops can be elegant
July 19, 2011 – 12:57 pm
Samsung Series 9 proves that Windows PC laptops can be elegant

Text and photos by Ted Kritsonis

The Samsung Series 9 is an ultra-thin laptop that looks and feels luxurious, particularly because it blends style, elegance and durability into one fashionable frame. Considering that PC laptops generally lack a certain flair for design, the Series 9 comes off as distinct and versatile in one fell swoop.