Acer’s newest Chromebox packs more power, 4k video support
When you think of using a computer with a 4k video monitor, a Chromebox probably doesn't come to mind. After all, those little boxes are just wimpy little browsers, right? Acer…
View ArticleGmail for iOS just got easier to use with this software update
Apple iPhone and iPad owners opting to use the official Gmail application have a compelling upgrade waiting for them notes The Verge. The newest version of Gmail for iOS takes advantage…
View ArticleWhy Apple Watch apps should be usable in 10 seconds or less
As Apple reportedly prepares developers to ready the first batch of Apple Watch apps, the company is setting a guideline: Try to keep your app usable in 10 seconds. That tidbit comes from…
View ArticleNike+ moves from app to platform with four new device partners
After going it alone with health tracking hardware, Nike is expanding relationships to use its Nike+ app with non-Nike devices. The company announced four new hardware partners on Friday -- Garmin,…
View ArticleHow to run Linux in a window inside Chrome OS
Thanks to a handy set of scripts, you've long been able to install an instance of Linux on a Chromebook and switch between the two platforms with a simple keypress. What…
View ArticleLive blog: The Apple Watch “Spring Forward” event
Announced in September, the Apple Watch is nearly here; expected to ship in April. There are still many remaining questions about the wearable and Apple is likely to answer them all…
View ArticleHyundai car start here for Android Wear, coming for Apple Watch
Yes, the Apple Watch could replace your car keys, Apple CEO Tim Cook said in an interview with the Telegraph last week. It won't be the only watch to do so, though…
View ArticleGot an Android 4.0 device? You might want an alternative browser
Google won't be updating its Chrome browser past version 42 for older Android devices, so it can better focus on its mobile browser for more current phones and tablets. The company…
View ArticleWatch this: Hands free phone gestures from 2 meters away
Back in October, we saw how Elliptic Labs integrated ultrasound hardware and smart software to interact with phones and tablets though gestures. At the time, the company said its technology worked…
View ArticleApple iPhones outsell Samsung smartphones in last quarter of 2014
We had an inkling that the fourth quarter smartphone sales crown was close: Last month, Strategy Analytics suggested it was a dead heat between Apple and Samsung. On Tuesday, research firm…
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