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Cell Phones the Central Technology of Developing Countries

Andy — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:42:21 +0000

This interesting article in the New York Times asserts that cell phones are even more important a technology in many third-world and developing countries than they are in many heavily industrialized countries like the United States. Many countries are building cell phone towers in areas that never even had wired networks, spreading telecommunications for the first time by way of cellular technology. By some counts, more people have access to a cell phone today than to a toilet.

Photo: Cells phones at an electronics market in Lagos, Nigeria (Associated Press)

3D TV on the Horizon

Andy — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 23:10:36 +0000

The recent success of the Avatar in the theaters has proven it: 3D is going big. With technologies in rapid development allowing 3D home theater and 3D television viewing at home, 3-dimensional content is sure to hit big by the end of 2010.

As a homebase for early adopters and 3D enthusiasts, we’ve just launched 3DTVUG — The 3D TV Users Group. Here’s a place to discuss the ins and outs, the hopes and the hype surrounding the developing world of 3D home viewing.

Video on the Go: Portaprojectors for Cell Phones

Andy — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:41:05 +0000

If they’re yet showing up on your radar, they soon will be. Portaprojectors (aka pico-projectors, pocket projectors) are pocket-sized video projectors that can be hooked up to a camera, a laptop, or yes, even a cell phone. Imagine their uses: travelling business presentations, portable movie theaters, video games in bed, etc. Some upcoming cell phones should even be released soon with micro-projectors built in. Who said 2010 wasn’t the future?

Nokia n900 Contest with $40 in Prizes at n900talk.com

Andy — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:22:35 +0000

A contest for early members of the n900 community forum has just begun. More details at n900talk.com.

Alias2.com – Samsung Alias 2 User Community Launched

Andy — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:31:12 +0000

A user community for the Samsung Alias 2 has launched at Alias2.com. Here, users of the Alias 2 can discuss tips, tricks, and hacks to get the most out of their phone, as well as compare software applications and accessories for the Alias 2.

LG enV Touch Available

Andy — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 06:47:09 +0000

The LG enV Touch was just released on the Verizon network and is a very slick touchscreen multimedia phone. Check out the enV Touch Community Forum for discussion on this hot new device.

Samsung Tint Available

Andy — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 05:40:24 +0000

The Samsung Tint is a stylish entry-level flip phone just released on the MetroPCS network. Visit SamsungTint.com for the latest tips, tricks, and user support for the Tint. And post any questions or share any tips on the Samsung Tint forum.