Samsung is rolling out an update to its Smart View app, currently available on the company’s Smart TVs from 2011 and later. The biggest change to the Smart View app is that it is now available across Android and iOS devices, as well as Windows-based PCs. The new app is launching as a beta, with […]
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Microsoft Cortana voice assistant launches for Android, iOS
If you didn’t get in on the beta testing of Microsoft’s virtual personal assistant, today you can download the app without signing up as a tester. Microsoft has launched Cortana on Google Play and the App Store, as well as through Microsoft’s Windows 10 companion app. If you did sign up for the beta test, […]
Verizon added to the list of carriers offering WiFi calling
Verizon will begin offering WiFi calling via the Advanced Calling feature on two Samsung handset models starting Dec. 8. The company is the last of the major cellular carriers in the US to support WiFi calling. The feature will initially only be available on the Samsung Galaxy S 6 and S 6 Edge, but Verizon plans to add […]
Chromebooks in half of all K-12 classroom computers, for better or worse
Google’s Chromebooks now make up more half of all devices in US kindergarten through 12th grade classrooms, according to a report from CNBC, citing an analyst from Forrester research. Just three years ago, Chromebooks had less than a one percent share. Why the big jump? Forrester figures it’s due to a combination of security tools, […]
BlueStacks gets major update, now runs multiple apps at once
BlueStacks, a program that allows you to use Android apps on a PC or Mac has received a major overhaul. BlueStacks 2 features multitasking capabilities, allowing you to open and run multiple apps at once. Apps are displayed as web browser-like tabs that you can click on to switch between, so you can keep Messenger open while playing Clash […]
Kano’s DIY HD Screen Kit goes with its kid-friendly DIY computer
Kano offers a DIY computer kit designed to teach kids to code and work with computers. The company’s first product was a kit that kids can put together featuring a Raspberry Pi, case, keyboard, and software. Now Kano is also offering a DIY 10 inch display kit. Kano’s computer is relatively easy to assemble, but it […]
Sony’s E Paper watch finally on sale at retailers, but in limited release
Almost a year after unveiling an E Paper digital watch with changeable face and strap, Sony subsidiary Fashion Entertainments is now making the watch available in Japan. The FES Watch made its debut on Japanese crowdfunding site Makuake and later appeared on Sony’s own crowdfunding site, First Flight. This month it finally goes on sale. However, it […]
iPad Pro review roundup
The iPad Pro is Apple’s first dip into the larger form tablet. With a 12.9-inch screen, it is the company’s largest iPad to date. At a starting price of $799, it is also the company’s most expensive iPad to date. Apple unveiled the iPad Pro in September, and now it’s available for purchase. Apple also offers […]
Samsung’s $100 Gear VR is now available for preorder
Samsung’s new Gear VR headset turns the company’s 2015 flagship phones into virtual reality displays. First announced in September, the new Gear VR is produced in partnership with Oculus, and it’s now available for pre-order for $100. It should start shipping November 20th. In addition to Samsung.com, the Gear VR is available from Amazon and […]
PuzzlePhone crowdfunding campaign begins
Circular Devices is on track to launch one of the first modular smartphones. The team has been showing off concepts for the upcoming phone for much of 2015, and now the Puzzlephone crowdfunding campaign is now live on Indiegogo. The PuzzlePhone allows the user to replace the “Spine” (the screen), the “Brain” (the storage), and the “Heart” […]