Ubuntu for phones brings the true desktop to mobile
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla Ubuntu, one of the more popular Linux distributions on the PC, will soon be primed and ready to run on existing smartphones.
Category: Mobile
How much value do you get from your tech subscriptions?
By Ted Kritsonis
Whether it’s a big ticket subscription, like cable or satellite TV or Internet, or something lower-priced, like satellite radio, Netflix or a music streaming service, the dollars can add up, if you’re not careful. Early into 2013, when New Year’s resolutions are set, it might be a good time to assess if you’re getting what you pay for.
Kobo’s lineup of eReaders are meant for everyone and anyone
By Ted Kritsonis
Kobo’s eReader lineup and e-Book store is a solid combination of hardware and software that has proven to be one of the best in the industry. And to hammer that point home, Kobo coasted along for the first 10 months of the year, and then launched four new devices, one of which is a tablet. The idea appears to be that there’s a Kobo for every type of consumer.
Finding the right tablet is a little easier now
By Ted Kritsonis
Tablets are cool devices but that doesn’t mean they’re all worth the money spent on them. The good thing about 2012 was that a shift to smaller screen sizes and more competition meant lower prices, making it a little easier to choose something other than the iPad. Apple’s tablet still rules the roost, but their competitors have some that could be just what you’re looking for.
RIM Shifts Time in Advance of BlackBerry Launch
RIM needs to make a big splash with its new BlackBerry Enterprise 10 operating system and BlackBerry 10 smartphones in as short a time as possible.
by Lee Rickwood
LG’s Optimus G rises as one of 2012’s leading smartphones
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla It’s got a blazing quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage and an HD screen. This isn’t a laptop, this is the stunning LG Optimus G.
Is 9-1-1 Facing an Emergency? Calling Canadians for Input on 9-1-1 Services
There are serious issues surrounding the use of 9-1-1 services, and the technologies they use and the procedures that should be used when making an emergency call, or responding to one.
by Lee Rickwood
Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a top smartphone for you
By Ted Kritsonis
Smartphones were hot throughout 2012, thanks to a solid list of premium devices consumers could browse through over the course of the year. The best one for you usually comes down to what combination of style and function you’re looking for, but here’s a good reference point to get you started.