September 30, 2010
Blake Hygate asked:
In the past half decade, there has been an increasing interest in making computing devices smaller and smaller, yet more and more capable. Think back ten years ago – the smallest devices that allowed you to work outside your home were a heavy laptop and a PDA that did little more than hold addresses. Fast forward to more recent years and there are so many devices available that have made working in a regular office almost obsolete for many workers. Right now I’m sitting in Starbucks sipping on a hot coffee as I type, while my wife reads a book. Even on regular “work days”, I can be found at a coffee shop working; Not attached to an office, cubicle or wires.
Indeed the advent of small mobile devices like small laptops and netbooks has been of benefit to countless people who longed for a better workspace. For me, working in an office is of some benefit for certain task, but can often kill any creative spirit within me. Stepping outside the four walls of my office allows my creative juices to start flowing and also provides a nice change of scenery.
My favorite device that has allowed my productivity to skyrocket has been my Asus EEE PC. These small, lightweight little computers are really remarkable. With a 7 inch screen, it’s bigger than a smart phone and has most of the options found in a laptop, just smaller. Because this device is so compact, it fits into the glovebox of my car, ready for a trip to Starbucks when I just feel like getting some work done.
Another device that is changing the playing field for mobile workers is the Apple iPhone. This incredible device is like carrying a computer in your pocket. Sure, you aren’t likely going to write a 5000 word essay on it or build a website, you can still benefit from having one of these handy devices. For those that depend heavily on the internet for their work, an iPhone is the perfect device to carry to use during emergencies. Need to check your email, make a spelling correction on your website, or send out an important message while on the go? The Apple iPhone is the answer.
Even conventional laptops have improved over the past few years to help those wishing for mobility to have their wish granted. With longer battery life, lighter designs and better construction, new laptop computers can help you achieve independence from the office.
Mobile devices can help you achieve your dream of working outside of your office; No more wires, walls and boring walls to stare at all day. Work where you want, when you want and actually increase your productivity.
In the past half decade, there has been an increasing interest in making computing devices smaller and smaller, yet more and more capable. Think back ten years ago – the smallest devices that allowed you to work outside your home were a heavy laptop and a PDA that did little more than hold addresses. Fast forward to more recent years and there are so many devices available that have made working in a regular office almost obsolete for many workers. Right now I’m sitting in Starbucks sipping on a hot coffee as I type, while my wife reads a book. Even on regular “work days”, I can be found at a coffee shop working; Not attached to an office, cubicle or wires.
Indeed the advent of small mobile devices like small laptops and netbooks has been of benefit to countless people who longed for a better workspace. For me, working in an office is of some benefit for certain task, but can often kill any creative spirit within me. Stepping outside the four walls of my office allows my creative juices to start flowing and also provides a nice change of scenery.
My favorite device that has allowed my productivity to skyrocket has been my Asus EEE PC. These small, lightweight little computers are really remarkable. With a 7 inch screen, it’s bigger than a smart phone and has most of the options found in a laptop, just smaller. Because this device is so compact, it fits into the glovebox of my car, ready for a trip to Starbucks when I just feel like getting some work done.
Another device that is changing the playing field for mobile workers is the Apple iPhone. This incredible device is like carrying a computer in your pocket. Sure, you aren’t likely going to write a 5000 word essay on it or build a website, you can still benefit from having one of these handy devices. For those that depend heavily on the internet for their work, an iPhone is the perfect device to carry to use during emergencies. Need to check your email, make a spelling correction on your website, or send out an important message while on the go? The Apple iPhone is the answer.
Even conventional laptops have improved over the past few years to help those wishing for mobility to have their wish granted. With longer battery life, lighter designs and better construction, new laptop computers can help you achieve independence from the office.
Mobile devices can help you achieve your dream of working outside of your office; No more wires, walls and boring walls to stare at all day. Work where you want, when you want and actually increase your productivity.
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September 28, 2010
Gen Wright asked:
People are always intrigued by fresh new technological enhancements, and it seems like in today’s society technology is constantly progressing and improving on a regular basis. It is rare to walk into a household that does not have a laptop computer, let alone a desktop computer, so it has become apparent that keeping up with today’s electronics craze is a growing trend among people of all ages, who branch out from all walks of life. Whether you are a distinguished businessman, a teenager going away to college, or an avid online gamer, you are going to want to invest some time and effort into the selection process of what type of computer will be best for your individual circumstances.
One of the most eye-catching products on the market today is the Apple iPad tablet. Seeing how much of a hit the Apple iPhone has been, it came as no surprise that the iPod Touch would be a much loved product that was soon followed by the iPad. The iPad is a lightweight electronics device that is ideal for traveling because it is easily transported and highly entertaining for trips. It is great for saving data, listening to music, and browsing the web. Additionally, the Apple iPad is a head turner because it looks just like a larger version of the iPod Touch or the iPhone. Leave it to Apple to push the boundaries of a device that already pushes society’s technological boundaries to begin with. The Apple iPad does just that by providing people with the beautiful, sleek, and elegant design that people are falling head over heels in love with.
Reviews are leaving marks all over the internet with people’s feedback pertaining to the iPad, and it’s features that are making society stir. People seem to love that all of the iPad applications that are available to download in the catalog are tested by Apple prior to being released to the public. Such enhancements give people the satisfaction and peace of mind of knowing that their devices are safe and that all of their methods of personalization, involving applications, have been held to rigorous security standards. In general, people love the ability to represent themselves through their personal appearances and coinciding accessories, ranging from jewelry to electronics. Everyone wants to exude a sense of individuality, and with the Apple iPad tablet, people have an open ended deal with customization and personalization. You can change the colors, themes, and sounds of your iPad touch, and when your iPad in use draws attention from those around you, they will be able to get a sense of your personal attributes.
One of the most effective ways of assessing what type of electronics devices are best for you as an individual, is to use the internet as an effective research tool and look at various products under a more meticulous lens. Another successful way of determining which products are most suiting for you is to head down to your local electronics store and personally explore different products. When you have the chance to personally investigate an iPad in use, you will get a feel for the product that will help you to draw the most probable and practical conclusions. For students, frequent travelers, executives, and webmasters, the Apple iPad seems to have something to offer in order to enhance everyone’s personal technological experience. Whether you want to immerse yourself in something extreme and develop your own software for the iPad, or you want to make the most of something simple such as extended travel time, the starting point of your journey is embraced by the simple, happy medium where research meets individuality and technology.
People are always intrigued by fresh new technological enhancements, and it seems like in today’s society technology is constantly progressing and improving on a regular basis. It is rare to walk into a household that does not have a laptop computer, let alone a desktop computer, so it has become apparent that keeping up with today’s electronics craze is a growing trend among people of all ages, who branch out from all walks of life. Whether you are a distinguished businessman, a teenager going away to college, or an avid online gamer, you are going to want to invest some time and effort into the selection process of what type of computer will be best for your individual circumstances.
One of the most eye-catching products on the market today is the Apple iPad tablet. Seeing how much of a hit the Apple iPhone has been, it came as no surprise that the iPod Touch would be a much loved product that was soon followed by the iPad. The iPad is a lightweight electronics device that is ideal for traveling because it is easily transported and highly entertaining for trips. It is great for saving data, listening to music, and browsing the web. Additionally, the Apple iPad is a head turner because it looks just like a larger version of the iPod Touch or the iPhone. Leave it to Apple to push the boundaries of a device that already pushes society’s technological boundaries to begin with. The Apple iPad does just that by providing people with the beautiful, sleek, and elegant design that people are falling head over heels in love with.
Reviews are leaving marks all over the internet with people’s feedback pertaining to the iPad, and it’s features that are making society stir. People seem to love that all of the iPad applications that are available to download in the catalog are tested by Apple prior to being released to the public. Such enhancements give people the satisfaction and peace of mind of knowing that their devices are safe and that all of their methods of personalization, involving applications, have been held to rigorous security standards. In general, people love the ability to represent themselves through their personal appearances and coinciding accessories, ranging from jewelry to electronics. Everyone wants to exude a sense of individuality, and with the Apple iPad tablet, people have an open ended deal with customization and personalization. You can change the colors, themes, and sounds of your iPad touch, and when your iPad in use draws attention from those around you, they will be able to get a sense of your personal attributes.
One of the most effective ways of assessing what type of electronics devices are best for you as an individual, is to use the internet as an effective research tool and look at various products under a more meticulous lens. Another successful way of determining which products are most suiting for you is to head down to your local electronics store and personally explore different products. When you have the chance to personally investigate an iPad in use, you will get a feel for the product that will help you to draw the most probable and practical conclusions. For students, frequent travelers, executives, and webmasters, the Apple iPad seems to have something to offer in order to enhance everyone’s personal technological experience. Whether you want to immerse yourself in something extreme and develop your own software for the iPad, or you want to make the most of something simple such as extended travel time, the starting point of your journey is embraced by the simple, happy medium where research meets individuality and technology.
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September 23, 2010
Jim Oneil asked:
4G mobile technology is how people refer to the next generation of mobile services like the cell phones. It was just made available by at least one provider in a number of places in the US in 2009. Because it is still fresh, there is no established industry standard yet as to what constitutes 4G mobile. Thus, it is simply a marketing term in the mean time.
The letter G, used to shorten the word generation, in the mobile technology world covers the noticeable advances of the past 20-20 years. 1 G technology covered the first widely available mobile phones. Its successor, the 2G technology, began in the early 1990s – switching to a digital format and introduced the concept of text messaging. 3G technology made its mark by improving the way how data is carried, making it possible to have enhanced information services like websites in their original format. The famous iPhone is the best known example of this technology.
4G mobile technology is not yet established to have an agreed set of standards and protocols. This implies that its current features are simply goals and are not yet the full requirements. 4G mobile technology is still in the phase of developing enhanced security measures, since data transfer schemes are drastically increasing. Another 4G mobile technology goal is to overcome and minimize the blips in transmission when one device moves from one area to another covered by different networks. Another thing that 4G mobile technology is still working on is to figure out a way to use a network based on the IP address system used for the internet.
In the United States alone, there are two major systems using the 4G mobile technology. The first one is known as WiMax and is backed by Clearwire – a firm whose primary owner is Sprint Nextel. It began its testing phase of the system in Baltimore in 2008 and was set to expand overwhelmingly into major markets in 2009. The rival system is Long Term Evolution or LTE, which is backed by Verizon. It is expected to be ready for testing in 2010 but will not be available for use until 2012. LTE is hoping to overcome this disadvantage by providing faster speeds and producing cheaper equipment.
Unlike the previous generations of mobile technology, 4G mobile will be mainly used for internet access on computers and carrying cell phone communications. Customers in areas which have a strong 4G coverage can use it for a home broadband connection without needing any cables to be mounted in their household. It can also be used for accessing the internet outside the home without having to be stuck in a wireless hotspot like those that are offered by some coffee shops, airports and libraries.
4G mobile technology is how people refer to the next generation of mobile services like the cell phones. It was just made available by at least one provider in a number of places in the US in 2009. Because it is still fresh, there is no established industry standard yet as to what constitutes 4G mobile. Thus, it is simply a marketing term in the mean time.
The letter G, used to shorten the word generation, in the mobile technology world covers the noticeable advances of the past 20-20 years. 1 G technology covered the first widely available mobile phones. Its successor, the 2G technology, began in the early 1990s – switching to a digital format and introduced the concept of text messaging. 3G technology made its mark by improving the way how data is carried, making it possible to have enhanced information services like websites in their original format. The famous iPhone is the best known example of this technology.
4G mobile technology is not yet established to have an agreed set of standards and protocols. This implies that its current features are simply goals and are not yet the full requirements. 4G mobile technology is still in the phase of developing enhanced security measures, since data transfer schemes are drastically increasing. Another 4G mobile technology goal is to overcome and minimize the blips in transmission when one device moves from one area to another covered by different networks. Another thing that 4G mobile technology is still working on is to figure out a way to use a network based on the IP address system used for the internet.
In the United States alone, there are two major systems using the 4G mobile technology. The first one is known as WiMax and is backed by Clearwire – a firm whose primary owner is Sprint Nextel. It began its testing phase of the system in Baltimore in 2008 and was set to expand overwhelmingly into major markets in 2009. The rival system is Long Term Evolution or LTE, which is backed by Verizon. It is expected to be ready for testing in 2010 but will not be available for use until 2012. LTE is hoping to overcome this disadvantage by providing faster speeds and producing cheaper equipment.
Unlike the previous generations of mobile technology, 4G mobile will be mainly used for internet access on computers and carrying cell phone communications. Customers in areas which have a strong 4G coverage can use it for a home broadband connection without needing any cables to be mounted in their household. It can also be used for accessing the internet outside the home without having to be stuck in a wireless hotspot like those that are offered by some coffee shops, airports and libraries.
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September 11, 2010
Bruce Benson asked:
The trends lead me to believe the computing we do at home will soon predominately reside “in The Cloud.” This means the applications we use and rely on everyday are not on our computer at home but in an application out on the Internet and accessed by your browser.
Move Yourself To “The Cloud”
Many folks have already made the move. Here are some of the typical things others have done and what you can do to make the switch yourself:
Use Google Docs as your basic productivity tools. Not only are they very effective and free tools, but they are on-line and available wherever you go (docs.google.com). You don’t need to buy Microsoft Office or even download the free Open Office at OpenOffice.org. I find that on my six year old PC, Google Docs will launch an application (e.g., Documents, Spreadsheet, GMail, etc.) in The Cloud faster than I can launch a Microsoft Office product (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) on my PC. Also, there is freedom in not being tied to that one PC sitting someplace where you can’t always get to it. A notebook works pretty well in this regard, but what happens when that notebook breaks or it goes missing? It kind of feels the same as when you lose your wallet or your keys. It does not feel good at all. With home computing in The Cloud, it is a problem to lose your equipment, but little of what you had been working on is lost. Use Mint.com, Quickenonline.com or other online financial tracking programs. First, they are currently free. That is one big advantage. They are not as good, in my opinion, as an installed program such as Quicken, at least not yet. However, if you are doing nothing other than wanting to track your current balances to ensure your cash flow is positive (i.e., not overspending), then these look like great tools. Use Facebook, LinkedIn or other social networking sites. These sites provide a powerful place to manage your social and professional life. This includes keeping in touch with family and friends and showing your photos, to staying networked with business associates and looking for that next big opportunity. Get your news from CNN.com, USAToday.com or get more focused news of interest from more specialized sites. For example, I pour through consumerist.com and pcmag.com for practical information I can use every day.
Access “The Cloud” From Anywhere
Because I’ve moved much of my mainstream computing to The Cloud, I find I can access it from just about any PC and from my mobile phone. Having my Cloud in my phone, which can browse the Internet, is a phenomenal tool. If the Palm Pre or the iPhone were to work with my wireless service provider, I would upgrade and give up my trusty Motorola A1200.
Use “The Cloud” But Backup Your Critical Data
Do keep backups of your data, especially data you need to access your sites on the web.
For passwords I use Password Safe which is free from sourceforge.net. This way I have all my passwords in one place. Consequently, I also have all those key sites I access in this same place. (This, I discovered, was very handy when I changed my e-mail account recently.) I backup the password file everyday to The Cloud using IDrive.com. I also do a monthly backup of the password file to a USB drive which I keep stored in a fire safe.
Be Secure In “The Cloud”
The scariest part of moving to the Cloud deals with the protection of your privacy and with security of your information. I admit this still worries me a bit. Can I really trust Google? Or how about trusting QuickenOnline.com with my financial data? We hear about data breaches every day. Some hacker broke in and stole personal information from thousands of customers. I have been notified more than once that this has happened at a company with which I do business. I have free credit monitoring right now due to a recent incident at an investment company.
I have also been called by my bank asking about charges made to my credit card. They turned out to be fraudulent and the bank removed the charges from my account. What was interesting is that I had just downloaded my most recent bank transactions into Quicken. I did not see these fraudulent charges. I immediately did another download of my bank transactions. There they were, along with transactions reversing the charges. My bank had detected and responded very quickly to these illegitimate activities.
My confidence in reasonable security in The Cloud is based upon my doing business over the Internet since the early 1990s when the Internet opened to commercial sites. The examples with my bank and with my investment company have helped reassure me that they are proactively trying to minimize the risk of loss. There is no guarantee of security. However, it is not obvious that your risk of loss is any greater in The Cloud than it is anywhere else.
“The Cloud” Is Here And Advertising Will Pay For It
I do believe that what we know as personal computing is moving into The Cloud. In the near future we will have much less reliance on a single piece of equipment loaded down with lots of pricey software, much of which we will never use.
Of course, like the broadcast media for decades, this Cloud is driven by advertising. So just as we once watched TV for free, before cable, and still listen to radio for free, it looks like we are going to a personal computing Cloud paid for by advertising. The personal computer will be needed to access The Cloud, but your software applications and information will be in The Cloud and not on your personal computer.
The trends lead me to believe the computing we do at home will soon predominately reside “in The Cloud.” This means the applications we use and rely on everyday are not on our computer at home but in an application out on the Internet and accessed by your browser.
Move Yourself To “The Cloud”
Many folks have already made the move. Here are some of the typical things others have done and what you can do to make the switch yourself:
Use Google Docs as your basic productivity tools. Not only are they very effective and free tools, but they are on-line and available wherever you go (docs.google.com). You don’t need to buy Microsoft Office or even download the free Open Office at OpenOffice.org. I find that on my six year old PC, Google Docs will launch an application (e.g., Documents, Spreadsheet, GMail, etc.) in The Cloud faster than I can launch a Microsoft Office product (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) on my PC. Also, there is freedom in not being tied to that one PC sitting someplace where you can’t always get to it. A notebook works pretty well in this regard, but what happens when that notebook breaks or it goes missing? It kind of feels the same as when you lose your wallet or your keys. It does not feel good at all. With home computing in The Cloud, it is a problem to lose your equipment, but little of what you had been working on is lost. Use Mint.com, Quickenonline.com or other online financial tracking programs. First, they are currently free. That is one big advantage. They are not as good, in my opinion, as an installed program such as Quicken, at least not yet. However, if you are doing nothing other than wanting to track your current balances to ensure your cash flow is positive (i.e., not overspending), then these look like great tools. Use Facebook, LinkedIn or other social networking sites. These sites provide a powerful place to manage your social and professional life. This includes keeping in touch with family and friends and showing your photos, to staying networked with business associates and looking for that next big opportunity. Get your news from CNN.com, USAToday.com or get more focused news of interest from more specialized sites. For example, I pour through consumerist.com and pcmag.com for practical information I can use every day.
Access “The Cloud” From Anywhere
Because I’ve moved much of my mainstream computing to The Cloud, I find I can access it from just about any PC and from my mobile phone. Having my Cloud in my phone, which can browse the Internet, is a phenomenal tool. If the Palm Pre or the iPhone were to work with my wireless service provider, I would upgrade and give up my trusty Motorola A1200.
Use “The Cloud” But Backup Your Critical Data
Do keep backups of your data, especially data you need to access your sites on the web.
For passwords I use Password Safe which is free from sourceforge.net. This way I have all my passwords in one place. Consequently, I also have all those key sites I access in this same place. (This, I discovered, was very handy when I changed my e-mail account recently.) I backup the password file everyday to The Cloud using IDrive.com. I also do a monthly backup of the password file to a USB drive which I keep stored in a fire safe.
Be Secure In “The Cloud”
The scariest part of moving to the Cloud deals with the protection of your privacy and with security of your information. I admit this still worries me a bit. Can I really trust Google? Or how about trusting QuickenOnline.com with my financial data? We hear about data breaches every day. Some hacker broke in and stole personal information from thousands of customers. I have been notified more than once that this has happened at a company with which I do business. I have free credit monitoring right now due to a recent incident at an investment company.
I have also been called by my bank asking about charges made to my credit card. They turned out to be fraudulent and the bank removed the charges from my account. What was interesting is that I had just downloaded my most recent bank transactions into Quicken. I did not see these fraudulent charges. I immediately did another download of my bank transactions. There they were, along with transactions reversing the charges. My bank had detected and responded very quickly to these illegitimate activities.
My confidence in reasonable security in The Cloud is based upon my doing business over the Internet since the early 1990s when the Internet opened to commercial sites. The examples with my bank and with my investment company have helped reassure me that they are proactively trying to minimize the risk of loss. There is no guarantee of security. However, it is not obvious that your risk of loss is any greater in The Cloud than it is anywhere else.
“The Cloud” Is Here And Advertising Will Pay For It
I do believe that what we know as personal computing is moving into The Cloud. In the near future we will have much less reliance on a single piece of equipment loaded down with lots of pricey software, much of which we will never use.
Of course, like the broadcast media for decades, this Cloud is driven by advertising. So just as we once watched TV for free, before cable, and still listen to radio for free, it looks like we are going to a personal computing Cloud paid for by advertising. The personal computer will be needed to access The Cloud, but your software applications and information will be in The Cloud and not on your personal computer.
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September 7, 2010
Rodney Marvel asked:
Mobile computing will never be the same with the advent of Seamless Wi-Fi’s S-Gen UMPC, or Ultra Mobile Personal Computer. In an era when computer manufacturers are developing smaller PC solutions to meet the nomadic nature of today’s consumers, the S-Gen stands out as one of the most robust, yet smallest, micro PC’s available on the market. It has already made appearances on the Montel Williams Show and at numerous shows in Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C.
Ultra mobile is a bit of an understatement. The S-Gen weighs a mere 16 ounces and measures in with a length of 6.5 inches, a width of 3.8 inches, and a depth of 1.25 inches. Despite its diminutive size, this “pocket” PC comes complete with a near full size keyboard, TFT touch screen display, and 20 GB hard drive. Of course, it also has all of the bells and whistles of other mobile products, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular wireless technology. Maybe surprising to some would be the fact that the S-Gen also features an integrated GPS system with internal antennae.
Of course, being able to map your location and see your destination is only useful if you have enough battery power to get you through to the end of your trip. Fear not, the Seamless Wi-Fi S-Gen has a battery life in excess of 8 hours. That is roughly 4 times longer than traditional laptop battery life and double the endurance of higher capacity notebook batteries. When you consider just how many functions the S-Gen is capable of, you will realize that you need every bit of those 8 hours. The S-Gen is essentially a tri-band cell phone, MP3 player, GPS navigation system, and mobile computer all wrapped up into one very portable package.
The S-Gen is so power-packed that it has been featured in PC Magazine, Laptop Magazine, The Mercury News, and The New York Post. Let’s not forget the S-Gen’s reviews on DL.TV, Geekzone, and ZDNet just to name a few. All of this positive publicity can only strengthen Seamless Wi-Fi’s sales numbers when the S-Gen officially launches on July 1, 2008. The estimated retail price is $1,195, a very reasonable value when you consider the four or five devices that this unit will replace when you purchase it.
Recently, at the “Money Show” in Las Vegas, Nevada, Seamless Wi-Fi demonstrated the many features of the S-Gen to businessmen from all over the world. One of the demonstrations that seemed to surprise some was the ability to take a SIM card from any wireless phone, pop it into the S-Gen and immediately begin making calls. The company received a lot of interest while at the show and is very optimistic about the sales potential of this one-of-a-kind product.
Seamless Wi-Fi, Inc. (SMWF), a development stage company, is an Internet company that is developing cutting edge technologies to create and provide new and innovative products and services for both businesses and consumers. The company is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, has three operating subsidiaries, and engages in the development and marketing of Internet communications products and services in the United States. The company provides wireless Internet access service known as wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) in Wi-Fi hot pots. It also develops software program that provides Wi-Fi users with Seamless-Secure Internet browsing, which encrypts the user’s Wi-Fi signal.
Seamless Wi-Fi recently announced the impending launch of a big brother to the S-Gen, the S-NBK-1 mini-notebook. The S-NBK-1, which is available now, contains a 10.2″ TFT screen, 1.6 GHZ processor, 512 MB RAM, 80GB hard drive, and Windows
Mobile computing will never be the same with the advent of Seamless Wi-Fi’s S-Gen UMPC, or Ultra Mobile Personal Computer. In an era when computer manufacturers are developing smaller PC solutions to meet the nomadic nature of today’s consumers, the S-Gen stands out as one of the most robust, yet smallest, micro PC’s available on the market. It has already made appearances on the Montel Williams Show and at numerous shows in Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C.
Ultra mobile is a bit of an understatement. The S-Gen weighs a mere 16 ounces and measures in with a length of 6.5 inches, a width of 3.8 inches, and a depth of 1.25 inches. Despite its diminutive size, this “pocket” PC comes complete with a near full size keyboard, TFT touch screen display, and 20 GB hard drive. Of course, it also has all of the bells and whistles of other mobile products, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular wireless technology. Maybe surprising to some would be the fact that the S-Gen also features an integrated GPS system with internal antennae.
Of course, being able to map your location and see your destination is only useful if you have enough battery power to get you through to the end of your trip. Fear not, the Seamless Wi-Fi S-Gen has a battery life in excess of 8 hours. That is roughly 4 times longer than traditional laptop battery life and double the endurance of higher capacity notebook batteries. When you consider just how many functions the S-Gen is capable of, you will realize that you need every bit of those 8 hours. The S-Gen is essentially a tri-band cell phone, MP3 player, GPS navigation system, and mobile computer all wrapped up into one very portable package.
The S-Gen is so power-packed that it has been featured in PC Magazine, Laptop Magazine, The Mercury News, and The New York Post. Let’s not forget the S-Gen’s reviews on DL.TV, Geekzone, and ZDNet just to name a few. All of this positive publicity can only strengthen Seamless Wi-Fi’s sales numbers when the S-Gen officially launches on July 1, 2008. The estimated retail price is $1,195, a very reasonable value when you consider the four or five devices that this unit will replace when you purchase it.
Recently, at the “Money Show” in Las Vegas, Nevada, Seamless Wi-Fi demonstrated the many features of the S-Gen to businessmen from all over the world. One of the demonstrations that seemed to surprise some was the ability to take a SIM card from any wireless phone, pop it into the S-Gen and immediately begin making calls. The company received a lot of interest while at the show and is very optimistic about the sales potential of this one-of-a-kind product.
Seamless Wi-Fi, Inc. (SMWF), a development stage company, is an Internet company that is developing cutting edge technologies to create and provide new and innovative products and services for both businesses and consumers. The company is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, has three operating subsidiaries, and engages in the development and marketing of Internet communications products and services in the United States. The company provides wireless Internet access service known as wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) in Wi-Fi hot pots. It also develops software program that provides Wi-Fi users with Seamless-Secure Internet browsing, which encrypts the user’s Wi-Fi signal.
Seamless Wi-Fi recently announced the impending launch of a big brother to the S-Gen, the S-NBK-1 mini-notebook. The S-NBK-1, which is available now, contains a 10.2″ TFT screen, 1.6 GHZ processor, 512 MB RAM, 80GB hard drive, and Windows
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September 3, 2010
William Grant asked:
Android Phones
The new Android phones are phones that operate on the Linux Kernal mobile operating System. It was developed by Android Inc, and later purchased by Google. This system enables developers to write managed codes in the java language and control the device with Google developed Java libraries.
The Android Phones are the phones of the future because they combine the ultimate advances in mobile phones, video, cameras, PC’s and Navigation systems with multiple applications. The Phase development of the Android Phones started with the first model that had bugs and poor documentation, this was first introduced with the Sake Game-Android Development Phone. Next came the Android SDK it had a debugger, libraries, documentation, and tutorials. The final droid was the Android OS-Donut which added supports like voice search, priced applications and Gmail freeze fixes.
The Android OS system is important in this new system because it allows third party developers to create their own screen widgets. This allows for more applications and more opportunities for the manufacturer. The new Android Phones are being made by Google, Motorola, and HTC, LG, Dell and others breaking into the Smartphone market. The technology that it promises is ground breaking. The Android system acts like a robot, the user tells it what to do and it does it with supposed lightening speed.
The new Android Phones are basically bringing the desktop to the mobile phones. It allows for emailing, instant messaging, and web browsing all at the same time. It can run applications in the background while the user goes to a social network site. It also allows the user to listen to music and write an email at the same time, while talking on the phone. The possibilities are endless; the Android system allows several applications to run at the same time, just as a computer with windows does.
There are thousand of applications available for the Android phones and more are becoming available everyday. With the apps and the ability to multitask without having to shut down one act to do another is the new age of the mobile phones thanks to Goggles Android system. The new Android 2.0 is the latest in the line of Android systems to hit the market. The capabilities and promises are coming true very quickly as 2.0.1 stands ready for release.
Many people enjoy using the Android Phones already and sales have been phenomenal. Everyone wants a system that acts like a PC but is really a phone with all of the capabilities. The technology has just begun and there is more to come.
Android Phones
The new Android phones are phones that operate on the Linux Kernal mobile operating System. It was developed by Android Inc, and later purchased by Google. This system enables developers to write managed codes in the java language and control the device with Google developed Java libraries.
The Android Phones are the phones of the future because they combine the ultimate advances in mobile phones, video, cameras, PC’s and Navigation systems with multiple applications. The Phase development of the Android Phones started with the first model that had bugs and poor documentation, this was first introduced with the Sake Game-Android Development Phone. Next came the Android SDK it had a debugger, libraries, documentation, and tutorials. The final droid was the Android OS-Donut which added supports like voice search, priced applications and Gmail freeze fixes.
The Android OS system is important in this new system because it allows third party developers to create their own screen widgets. This allows for more applications and more opportunities for the manufacturer. The new Android Phones are being made by Google, Motorola, and HTC, LG, Dell and others breaking into the Smartphone market. The technology that it promises is ground breaking. The Android system acts like a robot, the user tells it what to do and it does it with supposed lightening speed.
The new Android Phones are basically bringing the desktop to the mobile phones. It allows for emailing, instant messaging, and web browsing all at the same time. It can run applications in the background while the user goes to a social network site. It also allows the user to listen to music and write an email at the same time, while talking on the phone. The possibilities are endless; the Android system allows several applications to run at the same time, just as a computer with windows does.
There are thousand of applications available for the Android phones and more are becoming available everyday. With the apps and the ability to multitask without having to shut down one act to do another is the new age of the mobile phones thanks to Goggles Android system. The new Android 2.0 is the latest in the line of Android systems to hit the market. The capabilities and promises are coming true very quickly as 2.0.1 stands ready for release.
Many people enjoy using the Android Phones already and sales have been phenomenal. Everyone wants a system that acts like a PC but is really a phone with all of the capabilities. The technology has just begun and there is more to come.
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August 25, 2010
Hamza Ejaz asked:
If you thought the realm of the Internet is merely limited to your home or office computers then you are in for a huge surprise. Thanks to the humongous advances in technology; mobile broadband has made possible instant web access at your computers and laptops no matter where you are.
Mobile broadband, in actual, is not limited by physical layer restrictions. This means that you can easily access the Internet without any tangled web of wires or cables. All you need is a subscription to a mobile broadband service provider and a plug-in USB modem provided by them. This device, which is most typically called the “dongle”, is your key to high-speed Internet access. Even though USB modems are the most commonly used dongles; a few service providers also provide mobile data cards for the purpose.
If you wish to experience the true power of a mobile broadband then it is crucially important to have a good mobile set. Any limitations or issues with your mobile handset might result in an inefficient broadband connection. The reason for this is that if the mobile handset is incapable of receiving and delivering signals free from attenuation; the chances of this limitation affecting the broadband speed are also high.
The biggest advantage of broadband is its ability to give instant Internet connection even in remote areas. While many people would argue that they are able to connect to the web even with a Wi-Fi connection on their laptops- the connection will only be possible if you are within the range of a Wi-Fi hotspot. This explains why most Wi-Fi users find themselves to be short of Internet connectivity in remote areas or locations. Interestingly the advantages of mobile broadband are so high that this technology has very successfully dominated the scope of Wi-Fi.
Mobile broadband may cost you a little extra for roaming if you are using it in places other than UK. In addition, the speed of this technology also depends highly on your city. When mobile broadband was first introduced, their prices and ratings were too high for many. However, with time, as more and more customers found the idea of easy and instant web excess in almost every location; the increased competitions lead to affordable prices.
In fact, the idea of broadband has come to be so popular that quite a few laptop manufacturers provide free mobile broadband in their latest laptop models.
The use of mobile broadband has and is likely to witness in the near future a great boom in its usage owing to the advent of 3G (third generation) mobile phones. This mobile technology is way faster than its preceding versions and allows greater bandwidth utilization.
If you thought the realm of the Internet is merely limited to your home or office computers then you are in for a huge surprise. Thanks to the humongous advances in technology; mobile broadband has made possible instant web access at your computers and laptops no matter where you are.
Mobile broadband, in actual, is not limited by physical layer restrictions. This means that you can easily access the Internet without any tangled web of wires or cables. All you need is a subscription to a mobile broadband service provider and a plug-in USB modem provided by them. This device, which is most typically called the “dongle”, is your key to high-speed Internet access. Even though USB modems are the most commonly used dongles; a few service providers also provide mobile data cards for the purpose.
If you wish to experience the true power of a mobile broadband then it is crucially important to have a good mobile set. Any limitations or issues with your mobile handset might result in an inefficient broadband connection. The reason for this is that if the mobile handset is incapable of receiving and delivering signals free from attenuation; the chances of this limitation affecting the broadband speed are also high.
The biggest advantage of broadband is its ability to give instant Internet connection even in remote areas. While many people would argue that they are able to connect to the web even with a Wi-Fi connection on their laptops- the connection will only be possible if you are within the range of a Wi-Fi hotspot. This explains why most Wi-Fi users find themselves to be short of Internet connectivity in remote areas or locations. Interestingly the advantages of mobile broadband are so high that this technology has very successfully dominated the scope of Wi-Fi.
Mobile broadband may cost you a little extra for roaming if you are using it in places other than UK. In addition, the speed of this technology also depends highly on your city. When mobile broadband was first introduced, their prices and ratings were too high for many. However, with time, as more and more customers found the idea of easy and instant web excess in almost every location; the increased competitions lead to affordable prices.
In fact, the idea of broadband has come to be so popular that quite a few laptop manufacturers provide free mobile broadband in their latest laptop models.
The use of mobile broadband has and is likely to witness in the near future a great boom in its usage owing to the advent of 3G (third generation) mobile phones. This mobile technology is way faster than its preceding versions and allows greater bandwidth utilization.
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August 11, 2010
Chetan Bhawani asked:
People have been finding it difficult to carry a digital camera, a handy camera, an mp3 player and a mobile phone where ever they go. This has been well understood by the mobile phone manufactures.
In order to satisfy the customers and to attract more customers the first step taken in the development trend was the integration of the camera, video camera and mp3 in a mobile phone. Once this was done the next step was to develop these features.
The latest features that are present in mobile phones are
o Mp3 player – the mobile phone plays mp3 songs with high clarity and greater bass effect and clarity
o Blue tooth – mobiles phones comes with an inbuilt blue tooth device, which is mainly used for data transfer between mobile phones.
o 3g – this is a technology that is used to connect the mobile to the Internet and browse websites with a greater speed of connectivity.
o Wifi – wifi is a technology by means of which a mobile can be connected to any wireless network.
o Touch screen – no more keypads, every thing is getting converted to touch screen technology.
o Video call – video call feature is similar to the video chat that is performed using the camera of the mobile phones.
o Gps and gprs – global positioning system helps a person to locate himself on any part of this world. It ensures that a person does not get lost.
o Flash light – the flashlight that has been provided in the mobile helps a person to capture photos with greater clarity in dark places.
o Integrated cam – the latest camera resolution is 5-mega pixels, which is more than the basic digital camera and gives a great sense of clarity.
o Cyber shot – this is a special feature of a camera lens that is present in a mobile. The cyber shot is taking photos in motion.
o Black berry – a mobile phone that performs all operations as that of a computer and can be used to do office jobs while staying in home.
People have been finding it difficult to carry a digital camera, a handy camera, an mp3 player and a mobile phone where ever they go. This has been well understood by the mobile phone manufactures.
In order to satisfy the customers and to attract more customers the first step taken in the development trend was the integration of the camera, video camera and mp3 in a mobile phone. Once this was done the next step was to develop these features.
The latest features that are present in mobile phones are
o Mp3 player – the mobile phone plays mp3 songs with high clarity and greater bass effect and clarity
o Blue tooth – mobiles phones comes with an inbuilt blue tooth device, which is mainly used for data transfer between mobile phones.
o 3g – this is a technology that is used to connect the mobile to the Internet and browse websites with a greater speed of connectivity.
o Wifi – wifi is a technology by means of which a mobile can be connected to any wireless network.
o Touch screen – no more keypads, every thing is getting converted to touch screen technology.
o Video call – video call feature is similar to the video chat that is performed using the camera of the mobile phones.
o Gps and gprs – global positioning system helps a person to locate himself on any part of this world. It ensures that a person does not get lost.
o Flash light – the flashlight that has been provided in the mobile helps a person to capture photos with greater clarity in dark places.
o Integrated cam – the latest camera resolution is 5-mega pixels, which is more than the basic digital camera and gives a great sense of clarity.
o Cyber shot – this is a special feature of a camera lens that is present in a mobile. The cyber shot is taking photos in motion.
o Black berry – a mobile phone that performs all operations as that of a computer and can be used to do office jobs while staying in home.
Filed under Computers And Technology by on Aug 11th, 2010. Comment.
August 1, 2010
Joe Whitt asked:
Just a few years ago, there were very few options when it came to mobile email. Now there are many choices. However, not every mobile email device and service is equal. Here are some things to consider when choosing a mobile email device.
Service Expense – Plans can range from $4 per month to $70 per month to $15 per megabyte. Make sure you understand how you will be charged and choose a plan that meets your needs. International Usage – Many plans only work in the US. If you travel a lot internationally, make sure you choose a plan that works where you need to be. Also make sure you understand the charges for international roaming. Many plans will work, but charge a premium fee of up to $15 per megabyte. You can easily go through 50 megabytes in a month traveling abroad, so these charges can really add up. If you travel a lot you will probably want a provider that offers a flat fee for international usage. Included Services – Some plans offer unlimited basic email, but charge you extra for web browsing. Others include web browsing and other types of data transfer as long as you are in a certain service area. Once again make sure you understand exactly how you will be billed to avoid unexpected charges. It is not unheard of for someone to get a $750 bill for data usage that they thought was included in their service plan. Existing Email Accounts – For a device to be useful to you, it needs to work with your existing email accounts. If you have to create a new email account, the result is yet another way for people to get a hold of you. Choosing a device a plan that works with your current email accounts means it will be transparent to the people who normally contact you through email. Test Your Account – Once your device is setup, you should test it by sending yourself an email to another account and replying to an email that came to your mobile device. This testing is important to make sure you understand exactly what your emails will look like to others. Sometimes mobile email services will automatically add in a signature line or otherwise change the emails being sent and you need to test it so you understand what to expect. Email Reconciliation – Part of the reason for having a mobile email device is so you can deal with emails out of the office. If your system is setup so you get mobile emails, but then have to deal with each one again, once you get back to your desktop, you may be wasting more time that you are gaining. Look for a system that at a minimum allows you to delete an email off of your mobile device and have it removed from your desktop client automatically. Input Method – There are various kinds of input methods for mobile devices. Some use a pen based input. Others require typing letters on a numeric keyboard. Others have a mini QWERTY style keyboard embedded in the device. Take the time to choose a device that you are comfortable using. There are few things worse than spending several hundred dollars on a device meant to increase your productivity only to discover that you cannot stand to use it
Just a few years ago, there were very few options when it came to mobile email. Now there are many choices. However, not every mobile email device and service is equal. Here are some things to consider when choosing a mobile email device.
Service Expense – Plans can range from $4 per month to $70 per month to $15 per megabyte. Make sure you understand how you will be charged and choose a plan that meets your needs. International Usage – Many plans only work in the US. If you travel a lot internationally, make sure you choose a plan that works where you need to be. Also make sure you understand the charges for international roaming. Many plans will work, but charge a premium fee of up to $15 per megabyte. You can easily go through 50 megabytes in a month traveling abroad, so these charges can really add up. If you travel a lot you will probably want a provider that offers a flat fee for international usage. Included Services – Some plans offer unlimited basic email, but charge you extra for web browsing. Others include web browsing and other types of data transfer as long as you are in a certain service area. Once again make sure you understand exactly how you will be billed to avoid unexpected charges. It is not unheard of for someone to get a $750 bill for data usage that they thought was included in their service plan. Existing Email Accounts – For a device to be useful to you, it needs to work with your existing email accounts. If you have to create a new email account, the result is yet another way for people to get a hold of you. Choosing a device a plan that works with your current email accounts means it will be transparent to the people who normally contact you through email. Test Your Account – Once your device is setup, you should test it by sending yourself an email to another account and replying to an email that came to your mobile device. This testing is important to make sure you understand exactly what your emails will look like to others. Sometimes mobile email services will automatically add in a signature line or otherwise change the emails being sent and you need to test it so you understand what to expect. Email Reconciliation – Part of the reason for having a mobile email device is so you can deal with emails out of the office. If your system is setup so you get mobile emails, but then have to deal with each one again, once you get back to your desktop, you may be wasting more time that you are gaining. Look for a system that at a minimum allows you to delete an email off of your mobile device and have it removed from your desktop client automatically. Input Method – There are various kinds of input methods for mobile devices. Some use a pen based input. Others require typing letters on a numeric keyboard. Others have a mini QWERTY style keyboard embedded in the device. Take the time to choose a device that you are comfortable using. There are few things worse than spending several hundred dollars on a device meant to increase your productivity only to discover that you cannot stand to use it
Filed under Computers And Technology by on Aug 1st, 2010. Comment.