Microsoft’s Lumia 830 showcases Windows Phone OS 8.1
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla Lumia 830 is the last Nokia handset which also brings the very latest features to Microsoft’s four year old mobile OS.
Category: Gadgets
BlackBerry, Samsung partnering on mobile security
By Ted Kritsonis
BlackBerry and Samsung announced a working agreement yesterday that would see the upcoming BlackBerry Enterprise Services 12 (BES 12) platform be integrated into Samsung’s Knox business platform.
Review: Apple’s 27-inch iMac with 5K Retina all about the display
Text and photos by Ted Kritsonis
The idea of 4K Ultra HD resolution is usually reserved for the highest-end TVs, but Apple has packed in a huge number of pixels into its latest 27-inch iMac. The quality of the display is fairly clear, but whether or not there’s enough of a viewable difference to justify spending the money depends on what you plan to use it for.
Rogers announces new U.S. roaming initiative for $5/day
By Ted Kritsonis
Rogers announced a new roaming initiative called “Roam Like Home” that would allow its customers to roam freely in the United States at a cap of $5 per day. The one catch is that it is only available to those on Share Everything plans.
Glass screen protectors face off at Canadian Wireless Trade Show
Text and photos by Ted Kritsonis
The annual Canadian Wireless Trade Show that took place in Toronto Oct. 29-30 catered as much to retailers and business users as it did consumers, and glass screen protector manufacturers were among those hawking their wares.
Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab S shoots for the stars
Text and photos by Ted Kritsonis
Even the less discerning consumer probably recognizes that Samsung doesn’t seem to be shy in experimenting with its device lineups, and tablets are no exception. The Tab S line, coming in 10.5- and 8.4-inch models, is the most recent and most audacious in its attempt to fight against the dominance of Apple’s iPad. Its ability to compete is made obvious on paper, but it’s the user experience that makes all the difference.
Looking for a smartphone on a budget? Check out this list
By Ted Kritsonis
Flagship smartphones are typically the best on the market, and the cost of entry is high for some, regardless of whether you go on contract or purchase outright. That may make it hard for the budget-conscious to get a high-end device, but there are some affordable options in the mid-range that won’t necessarily break the bank.
Review: Slingbox M1 sticks to basic TV place-shifting
By Ted Kritsonis
The Slingbox has been a rare case in that it has essentially offered the same core functionality and gone through few makeovers, yet has evolved enough on both the hardware and software sides to make the cost of entry more affordable with the M1.