Google released a standalone version of the Google Now Launcher on February 26, 2014 that supports all Nexus Android devices. The Google Now Launcher is available for Google Play Edition devices as well, but users should note that it is only supported on Nexus and Play Edition devices running Android 4.4 KitKat or later.
Review: JLab EPIC Earbuds
JLab Audio is well known throughout both the tech and music industries for delivering quality audio accessories for hardcore audiophiles and the average consumer alike. The company designs some of the highest quality headphones and Bluetooth speakers on the market. Recently, JLab sent me a pair of their EPIC in-ear earbuds to test out. Spoiler alert: I was impressed.
App Review: Learn A New Language With Duolingo
The details of the English language are something that I have always been very good at, and consequently, I had always had an interest in other languages. Especially interesting to me is the language of my ancestors, specifically German. I had taken two German language courses in college, but had always found the pace too rapid to learn the language effectively. Sure, I’d gotten some key base knowledge down, but the courses weren’t at a pace that suited me.
Google Launches $999 Chromebox for Meetings
LinkedIn Acquires Job Matching Service Bright
In its largest-ever acquisition, LinkedIn has bought job matching service Bright for $120 million USD. LinkedIn is the largest and most popular social network centered around showcasing and furthering members’ professional goals. Bright uses advanced mathematical algorithms to match qualified users to employers who may overlook their applications.
Apple Store Removes Last Bitcoin Wallet App
Citing an “unresolved issue” with Bitcoin, tech giant Apple has removed the final remaining Bitcoin wallet app, Blockchain, from the App Store with seemingly no … Read more…
Quickie App Review: SeriesGuide
Normally, I don’t make a fuss over content tracking apps. However, as TV shows become more cinematic, dramatic, and engaging, I found myself unable to … Read more…
Facebook Paper Is Facebook, But Better
Facebook announced this morning a new standalone app called Paper. The goal of Paper is to offer a more enjoyable Facebook browsing experience by combining … Read more…
SwiftKey Comes to iOS Through Note Taking App
Popular Android keyboard replacement SwiftKey has finally arrived on Apple devices in its first iOS app, but not in a way that you might expect. … Read more…
Review: Moshi VersaPouch Mini
Accessories manufacturer Moshi is known for its unique cables, unusual earbud designs, and interesting cases. The Moshi VersaPouch Mini is one of those interesting cases, … Read more…
Quickie Review: TYLT Syncable
I recently received a TYLT Syncable Charge & Sync cable in the mail, and felt the need to share my review of this device. I’ve … Read more…
T-Mobile Enters Personal Banking
U.S. cell phone carrier T-Mobile announced today more plans to revolutionize how consumers do business. Taking another bold step in their “Uncarrier” campaign, this time … Read more…
Marissa Mayer Fires Yahoo COO
Yahoo! chief operating officer (COO) Henrique de Castro has been fired by CEO Marissa Mayer. The former Google employee was the first of many acquisitions … Read more…
Fanny Wang Announces Premium Metal On Ear Headphones
Popular headphone manufacturer Fanny Wang announced a new product line, their premium Metal On Ear Headphones, at CES 2014 in Las Vegas, NV. These high-end headphones … Read more…
Facebook Gets Trending Topics Feature
Mimicking Twitter, Facebook announced today a new feature that will slowly roll out to users of “select countries” called Trending. It’s Facebook’s latest answer to … Read more…
Gumdrop Cases Announces Two New Lines for iPads
Popular mobile case manufacturer Gumdrop Cases announced two new lines of iPad cases during CES 2014 in Las Vegas, NV. The first is the Hideaway, … Read more…
One Month Challenge: Pebble Smartwatch Review
In December 2013, I won a black Pebble Smartwatch (Model 301) as a prize at a Christmas party. I’d always had a passing interest in … Read more…
Review: Poetic SlimLine Case for Nexus 7 (2013)
Poetic is one of the tech industry’s leading smartphone and tablet case and accessory manufacturers. Recently I got my hands on … Read more…
Breaking: T-Mobile Will Pay for You To Switch
T-Mobile US has just officially announced that it will offer to pay off early termination fees (ETFs) for new customers when they switch from their … Read more…
Yahoo! Acquires Aviate
Marissa Mayer, President and CEO of Yahoo!, announced during her Consumer Electronics Show (CES) keynote on Tuesday, January 7th that Yahoo! has acquired popular Android … Read more…
Google & Partners to Bring Android Into Vehicles
Commuters of all kinds, rejoice! News has broken that Google is planning to partner with car manufacturers Hyundai, General Motors (GM), Honda, and Audi to … Read more…
Why Chromecast Matters
It’s no secret that 2013 was a big year for streaming media. Movies and TV shows became more widely available than ever before, the same … Read more…
Three Android Apps You Should Use
Pocket Casts by Shifty Jelly I am sad to admit that I did not truly discover podcasting until 2012, when I started a job that required … Read more…
