Dec 18
This week a collection of apps in the Glassware category have arrived for users of the Google Glass headset. This device is one that’s currently still in a limited release … Continue reading
Dec 18
The first big update to the Pebble ecosystem is about to hit inside early 2014 in the form of the Pebble appstore. This portal for Pebble apps and companion apps … Continue reading
Dec 18
Blu Products is a company that makes several unlocked Android-powered smartphones for users that are looking for a no contract device. The company has announced two new smartphones that both … Continue reading
Dec 17
Opera has been around for quite some time already where Web browsers are concerned, whether they are on the mobile platform or otherwise. Their mobile browsers are also pretty popular because they are able to compress data, but this has become not as useful as before considering how smartphones have continued to move forward in their evolution, and data is pretty much cheap these days. After all, most of us do use our smartphones to stream music, download as well as upload stuff, check out social networks on the go, among others.
Opera has recently introduced a new beta Android app that they have called Opera Max, where it will be able to compress the majority of the information that goes through the device, regardless of whether they are images, videos or music. This is made possible thanks to Opera’s setting up of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) which will be able to measure the amount of data that goes through your device, where these data requests will then be sent through Opera’s servers. It remains to be seen just how much data will be saved eventually, but why not give it a go for a month and see where else you can put the saved data to good use? [Press Release]
Opera Max Beta App Launched For Android Users original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Dec 17
There’s nothing like going out for a brisk walk through your workplace with your brand new smartwatch only to have it mistaken for another brand. How harsh is it to … Continue reading
Dec 17
Users waiting for the wood back for the Moto X will be glad to see that it’s finally arrived. Appearing ready for attachment to the customizing Moto Maker engine to the Moto X, this Bamboo back is the first “Natural” back in the category. Users will also find that it’s not quite as inexpensive as […]
Dec 17
Moto G shipping slips again
Posted in: Today's ChiliThe Motorola Moto G was originally slated for release inside January of 2014 for the United States, but upon hearing of the smartphone’s availability here in December of 2013, potential users were eager to put their hands on a unit. What’s happened is a bit of a delay – and more than one delay since […]
Dec 17
Today Google has successfully pushed the MyGlass app for Google Glass to the iTunes App Store. This app allows full functionality to be activated for the wearable headset on an iPhone where only browser-based controls were available before. This release ushers in the first full software support suite for Apple’s devices, starting with the iPhone […]
Dec 17
In the battle of the most popular mobile operating systems, Windows Phone appears to have cemented its third position. As it looks to challenge iOS and Android in the future, Microsoft needs more hardware partners who develop WP devices. When it announced its acquisition of Nokia’s hardware and devices division, many feared that the deal wouldn’t go down well with its OEMs. However there still exists interest, as China’s ZTE has committed to developing WP devices in 2014. India’s XOLO has confirmed its commitment as well, promising Windows Phone devices next year that will cost between $150-$300, the ideal price points for its local market.
XOLO already develops and sells affordably priced Android devices in India. The company’s co-founder tells The Economic Times of India that pricing of its upcoming Windows Phone devices won’t be much different from its Android lineup. XOLO will become the first local manufacturer in India to develop a Windows Phone smartphone, it aims to release the first device early next quarter. The co-founder agrees that there is an ecosystem cost that they’ll have to pay to jump on the Windows Phone bandwagon. However manufacturers like XOLO might be in luck. Microsoft is reportedly considering waiving Windows Phone licensing fees for OEMs, which will no doubt be an added incentive for such manufacturers to produce more and more WP devices.
XOLO Launches $150+ Windows Phone Devices Next Year original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Dec 17
Samsung announced the HomeSync earlier this year but it didn’t immediately reveal the pricing and availability details. It then dropped off the radar before appearing on Samsung’s website back in August. Finally in October Samsung started shipping the $299 HomeSync in the U.S. Through the device users can sync content to their TVs using the Korean manufacturer’s mobile devices. Samsung has announced that it is removing this restriction and opening up HomeSync to Android devices from other OEMs.
Packing a 1.7GHz quadcore processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB flash storage and 1TB hard drive, the HomeSync is much powerful than your average set-top box. HDMI, USB 3.0, microUSB and support for standard audio and video codecs is present. Users also have full access to the Google Play Store, Samsung Apps, Media Hub, Video Hub and YouTube. Those who don’t to stream content can store it on the 1TB HDD, now all these features have been opened up to non-Samsung Android powered devices. The app is available right now through Google Play Store, however only a handful of Android devices from other manufacturers are supported at this point in time. It may take some time before HomeSync becomes compatible with all devices, regardless of their position in the global smartphone market.
Samsung HomeSync Now Supports Android Devices From Other OEMs original content from Ubergizmo. 
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