Robert Nelson

Samsung tipped to launch a “Brown Black” Galaxy Note 8.0 in mid-June

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet back in late-February during Mobile World Congress. At the time they were showing the tablet as being available on one color -- white. Since that point we have seen a few bits and pieces about additional colors coming available and as of today, we are now seeing details that another color will be released in a few months.

Viber for Android update brings Holo interface and desktop integration

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

Viber had been available as a mobile app that allowed users to make voice or video calls as well as send text or picture messages. As of today however, Viber is now available for the desktop. As part of the version 3.0 update, the company has introduced a desktop app for Mac and Windows. And in addition to the desktop apps, the Android app has also gotten an update.

AOL and Verizon partnership will bring a new browser bookmark

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

AOL and Verizon Wireless have announced a new partnership. This is one that will have the AOL.com portal coming to Verizon Wireless smartphones. In addition to the smartphones, the portal will also be available on "certain" tablets. Verizon hasn't specified which tablets, however they have said it will include some running Android.

Sony Xperia SP pre-orders go live for the US market

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

Sony introduced the Xperia SP smartphone back in mid-March. At the time they had said the handset would be available during the second quarter, however they didn't offer much in terms of where it would be available or how much it would be selling for. Well, flash forward till today and we now have word of Xperia SP pre-orders for those in the US market.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 Zoom tipped to arrive with 16MP camera

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

We have heard details about how Samsung is working on a rugged version of the GALAXY S 4, which at the moment is known as the Active. Coming a bit more recently though, we are now seeing details of another version of the GALAXY S 4. This one is focused on the camera and at the moment, has been dubbed the GALAXY S 4 Zoom.

T-Mobile GALAXY S 4 software update rolling out today

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

The T-Mobile GALAXY S 4 has only been available for a short time, however it looks like the carrier has already announced a software update. In fact, said update is available as of today and those with a T-Mobile GALAXY S 4 will be able to grab the update over-the-air or by way of Samsung Kies.

Rovio unveils Accounts for cross-device game play

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

Rovio has recently announced a new feature that will be rolling out across their line of games. The new feature is called Accounts and it will likely arrive as good news for those who have multiple devices. Basically, Rovio Accounts will allow you to stop playing on one device and pick up where you left off on another device.

RunKeeper Pebble support arrives with latest Android app update

By Robert Nelson
on 7 May, 2013

RunKeeper became the first confirmed Pebble app a little more than a year ago and while news on that front has been a bit quiet, there is a bit of news for those who may have been waiting. In short, the RunKeeper Android app has been updated and it has brought support for the Pebble smartwatch.

Amazon Kindle Fire HD 7 discounted for Mother’s Day

By Robert Nelson
on 6 May, 2013

Barnes & Noble lowered the price of the NOOK HD and NOOK HD+ for Mother's Day and it looks like Amazon will be having a sale of their own. The Amazon sale is for the 7-inch Kindle Fire HD and will be in effect through May 12. Basically, those shopping (and using the appropriate coupon code) will see a savings of $20.

Adobe entering the hardware space with Project Napoleon and Mighty

By Robert Nelson
on 6 May, 2013

When it comes to Adobe the first thought of many is likely to be something software related. Up until now, that would have been the case. Moving forward though, it looks like Adobe will have Project Napoleon and Project Mighty. Both of these are hardware items and yes, they will both work together. Napoleon deals with a digital ruler and Mighty deals with a cloud connected pen.