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Oct 24

Samsung Transform Ultra does the QWERTY slide for Sprint

Posted in: Android, gingerbread, keyboard, mobilepostcross, qualcomm, qwerty, QwertySlider, samsung, slider, Sprint, Today's Chili

What big, wireless brother wants, big, wireless brother gets. With its pay-as-you-go subsidiary already packing this particular piece of mobile kit, ’twas only a matter of time before Sprint got its hands on the Transform Ultra. Officially announced for the third place carrier today, Sammy’s Droid Charge with a QWERTY twist packs the usual array of mid-range specs. The 3.5-incher runs Android 2.3 atop a single-core 1GHz processor, with a VGA front facing / 3 megapixel rear camera, 512MB RAM, 2GB of storage and 1500mAh battery in tow. It’s no next gen, 4G beastie, but sometimes you just need a workhorse to get things done. Pricing and availability have yet to be released, although we’re sure that bit of crucial info’s right around the corner. Official presser awaits you after the break.

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Samsung Transform Ultra does the QWERTY slide for Sprint originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 21

Georgia Tech spies on nearby keyboards with iPhone 4 accelerometer, creates spiPhone

Posted in: hacking, keyboard, Today's Chili

Ever plopped your cellular down next to your laptop? According Georgia Tech researchers, that common scenario could let hackers record almost every sentence you type, all thanks to your smartphone’s accelerometer. They’ve achieved the feat with an impressive 80 percent accuracy using an iPhone 4, and are dubbing the program they’ve developed, spiPhone. (Although the group initially had fledgling trials with an iPhone 3GS, they discovered the 4’s gyroscope aided in data reading.) If the software gets installed onto a mobile device it can use the accelerometer to sense vibrations within three-inches, in degrees of “near or far and left or right,” allowing it to statistically guess the words being written — so long as they have three or more letters. It does this by recording pairs of keystrokes, putting them against dictionaries with nearly 58,000 words to come up with the most likely results.

The group has also done the same with the phone’s mics (which they say samples data at a whopping 44,000 times per second vs. the accelerometer’s 100), but note that it’s a less likely option given the usual need for some form of user permission. Furthermore, they explained that the accelerometer data rate is already mighty slow, and if phone makers reduced it a bit more, spiPhone would have a hard time doin’ its thing. The good news? Considering the strict circumstances needed, these researchers think there’s a slim chance that this kind of malware could go into action easily. Looks like our iPhone and MacBook can still be close friends… For now. You’ll find more details at the links below.

Georgia Tech spies on nearby keyboards with iPhone 4 accelerometer, creates spiPhone originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 18

Hori Tactical Assault Commander 3 PS3 keyboard and mouse: for fans of butch peripherals

Posted in: accessories, keyboard, mouse, ps3, Today's Chili

Peripheral makers often give their devices preposterous names — remember when you asked your grandparents for that Thrustmaster? Hori has outdone itself with the Tactical Assault Commander 3, which won’t allow you to command any sort of tactical assault outside of your PS3. Admittedly, when you settle down in front of the TV, you’ll see it’s got some pretty useful features. There’s adjustable mouse sensitivity and a re-mappable keyboard that remembers your settings after the PS3 powers down. You also get a dedicated walk button to slow your movement, like the gentle tilt of an analog stick. It’s available starting October 24th in black or the Best Buy exclusive digital camouflage edition you see above — but it’ll cost you the same $100 whatever style you go for.

Hori Tactical Assault Commander 3 PS3 keyboard and mouse: for fans of butch peripherals originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 16

Kindle 3 gets software upgrade, ready to soar into the cloud

Posted in: amazon, amazon kindle, AmazonKindle, Books, cloud, e ink, e reader, e-book, e-books, e-readers, ebooks, feature, Features, firmware update, FirmwareUpdate, keyboard, kindle, minipost, reader, Today's Chili

Amazon has pushed out a new update for the Kindle 3, now operating under the alias of the Kindle Keyboard. This gives the well-buttoned e-reader access to some of the cloud features found on its freshly unboxed younger brother, and includes the ability to view any archived documents, notes and highlights you’ve added to that intangible pile of books and articles. You’ll need to tether the Kindle to your PC, point your browser towards Amazon, and download the file corresponding to the right region and model. Excitable annotators can grab the upgrade now at the source link below.

Kindle 3 gets software upgrade, ready to soar into the cloud originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 16 Oct 2011 08:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 15

Motorola Lapdock 100 hits Sprint October 21st, earns employees extra scratch

Posted in: Android, att, availability, carrier, flash, Google, GoogleAndroid, keyboard, mobilepostcross, Sprint, Today's Chili

Ready to play PC with your smartphone? If you aren’t picking up a Lapdock 100 from AT&T on the 17th, you won’t have to wait very long — Motorola’s faux-laptop phone dock has been outed for a October 21st launch date for Sprint via an employee rewards email. Passing the Lapdock 100 Sprint Rewards Me training quiz nets employees $10 in Sprint scratch and the opportunity to sell you a rig that lets a handful of devices play netbook. The laptop shell gives users a full Firefox browser, Quick Office, Google Docs, Adobe Flash, a PC-like File Manager and a luxurious 10.1-inch screen. Still no word yet on just how much this ultra-portable peripheral will set us back, but we’ll keep hoping that it’s cheaper than the Atrix 4G’s axed lapdock.

[Thanks, David]

Motorola Lapdock 100 hits Sprint October 21st, earns employees extra scratch originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Oct 2011 09:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 13

Caption Contest: Mavis Beacon teaches biking

Posted in: bike, keyboard, screen, Today's Chili

Pee-wee’s beloved bicycle has nothing on this bad boy. The two-wheeler’s got a full-sized keyboard, some big red knobs and a miniature screen on its handlebars, for those who have to do some serious content creation whilst weaving through traffic. Sure it’s not the safest solution on the road, but inspiration can strike when you least expect it — then again, so can oncoming cars.

Michael: “Pen > sword, but car > keyboard. Hope the owner’s got life insurance.”
Brian: “Fortunately the victims just walked away with whiplash and a bad case of carpal tunnel.”
Tim: “Dang! You got shocks, pegs… lucky! You ever send off any sweet TXTs?”
Don: “Here’s that bike messenger you asked for, boss.”
Terrence: “When Billy told his friends he got a new bike they asked, ‘but can it play Crysis?’ Little did they know…”
Richard Lawler: “Now potential thieves have to decide between using bolt cutters or rainbow tables.”
Zach Honig: “Hey Giant. Yeah you holding the grocery bag. You’re not so big anymore, now are you?”
Billy: “What? No one said anything about biking while typing.”
Jon: “Q, you’ve really outdone yourself this time.”
Mat: “Data from the Goonies may have grown up, but his choice in bikes hasn’t.”
Dan: “At least they weren’t lying when they called it ‘an unprecedented mobile device.'”

Caption Contest: Mavis Beacon teaches biking originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 11

Lapdock 100 brings a Webtop IQ boost to Moto phones on Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T

Posted in: Android, att, availability, carrier, ctia, flash, Google, GoogleAndroid, keyboard, mobilepostcross, motorola, Sprint, Today's Chili, touchpad, usb, verizon, wifi

Looking to harness all the power of your smartphone PC-style? Motorola is looking to help with its Lapdock 100 for a number of devices, including the Atrix 2, Photon 4G and Droid Bionic. The laptop shell sports a 10.1-inch screen (smaller and hopefully cheaper than the Atrix 4G’s axed lapdock), keyboard with dedicated Android keys, touchpad, multi-tasking and tabbed web-browsing via WiFi or your phone’s data plan. You’ll also be able to utilize a full Firefox browser, Adobe Flash, Quick Office, Google Docs and a PC-esque File Manager. Just in case your smartphone’s SD card doesn’t offer enough storage space, the dock packs two USB ports for all those extra documents you might collect. Looking to stay ultra-portable, the peripheral weighs a hair over two pounds (less than 1Kg) and touts five hours of battery life — which can also be used to recharge that tired handset if needed. If you’re looking to snatch up one of these bad boys, you’ll have to wait until October 17… and even then, it’ll only hit shelves at AT&T. Verizon and Sprint customers will get their chance “later this quarter” and there’s no word yet on pricing. Need more info? Hit that coverage link for product page and get yourself better acquainted.

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Lapdock 100 brings a Webtop IQ boost to Moto phones on Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 30

SwiftKey X for Android hits v2.1, fingers party everywhere

Posted in: Android, android market, AndroidMarket, app, froyo, gingerbread, Google, honeycomb, keyboard, market, mobilepostcross, smartphone, tablet, Today's Chili, update

Rejoice, virtual keyboard aficionados! SwiftKey X 2.1 for Android tablets and smartphones just became available today, and brings a bunch of new features and bug fixes to your favorite touchscreen device. Since our hands-on with v2.0, TouchType has updated its on-screen keyboard using the feedback it gathered from its 25,000+ VIP members. The new version of SwiftKey X adds blog personalization, insights about your typing (shareable with friends), heat-map visualization (see screenshot above), localization / language enhancements, and an auto caps toggle. We’ve been using the final build of SwiftKey X 2.1 on our Nexus S for the past couple of days and noticed some improvements in terms of typing speed and accuracy. Pricing remains $4.99 for SwiftKey Tablet X and $3.99 for SwiftKey X. Full PR after the break.

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SwiftKey X for Android hits v2.1, fingers party everywhere originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 28

iLuv unveils WorkStation docks, turns your iPad 2 / Galaxy Tab into a PC, sort of

Posted in: Apple, GalaxyTab, ios, ipad, ipad 2, Ipad2, iPhone, keyboard, Today's Chili

We’ve seen all shapes and sizes of iPad cases, with varying degrees of utility. But, if you have use for a desktop PC-style dock / keyboard combo, you may want to check out some of the new offerings in iLuv’s WorkStation Series. First up is the iMM737, featuring a wired keyboard with iOS function keys that can be stowed in the dock’s base when you’re not typing away, a tilting / rotating bracket for easy customization and built-in speakers. Next, the iMM517 boasts an adjustable slate holder of its own, a Bluetooth keypad and jAura Sound technology. Need something a wee bit more portable? Perhaps the iCK826 or the iSK912 Professional WorkStation Portfolio cases will suit your workflow. Both offer a wireless set of keys that are detachable, should the need arise. Only looking for a keyboard? That’s an option too with the iBTKB20. You can grab any one of these you’d like for $180 to $50, from top to bottom. You’ll have to wait until November to pick up the iMM737, though — everything else will be hitting stores this month. Check out the gallery below for a look at all the above mentioned add-ons, or peep the full PR after the break.

Gallery: iLuv WorkStation Series

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iLuv unveils WorkStation docks, turns your iPad 2 / Galaxy Tab into a PC, sort of originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Sep 2011 06:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 16

Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboards, mice, and headsets hands-on (video)

Posted in: hands-on, keyboard, mouse, Today's Chili, video

Hold on to your seats gaming enthusiasts, Corsair just unleashed an onslaught of Vengeance series peripherals aimed at helping you dominate that Call of Duty marathon… and we got our hands on all of ’em. There’s a lot to cover, so we’ll get right to it. The K60 gamer keyboard boasts Cherry MX Red interchangeable keys for rapid fire, 20-key rollover, windows key lock and crazy fast reporting rate at 1000 reports per second. Its companion, the M60 mouse, implements an Avago 5670 DPI sensor, adjustable center of gravity, custom lift detection and high-mass scroll wheel. In addition to all that, this bad boy features a dedicated sniper button which allows you to hone in on your target that much faster. Read on for the full rundown on the goods.

Gallery: Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboard, mice and headset press shots