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Do "iPhone Killers" Make You Think Twice?

geeksugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:00:06 -0800

Although I can appreciate new phones hitting the market with labels like "iPhone Killer," it really doesn't make me think twice about my decision to buy an iPhone. I'm pretty well immersed in a Mac world — my work and home computers are both Macs — so for me, it only made sense to get a phone made by Apple. I, of course, didn't bat an eye when Nokia announced the N9, its own version of the "iPhone Killer", that boasts all the same goodies the iPhone has, plus a far superior Zeiss 5-megapixel camera (with video capabilities), 32GB of memory (expandable to 48GB with SD card), and a sliding QWERTY keyboard. I must admit that I know plenty of iPhone heads that were turned by tech temptation. Do so-called "iPhone Killers" make you think twice about your purchase?

Do "iPhone Killers" Make You Think Twice?

Yes — I am never satisfied with last-season's technology.

No — I'm totally happy with my iPhone, and wouldn't give it up.

I don't own an iPhone.

Something else. See my comments below.

Griffin's Clarifi Case Improves the iPhone's Camera

geeksugar — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:00:00 -0800

As a photography nut, I'd never give up my camera for the one on my phone, but that doesn't mean that I don't constantly snap candids with my iPhone. Of course, it could be a better camera, but I wouldn't have dreamed it was so easy to improve it and protect it at the same time!

Griffin's Clarifi Case ($35) does much more than keep your phone safe from scratches; its built-in close-up lens covers the iPhone's lens, while enhancing the details and colors in your pictures.

Check out Griffin's side-by-side examples of photos taken with just the iPhone, and then one taken with the case. Pretty big difference, I'd say.

It's great for apps that read your pictures, scanning documents to email, and even just for taking the odd photo — who doesn't want a better camera phone?

How-To: Make Your Own Cardboard iPhone Dock

geeksugar — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:00:50 -0800

I was a little irritated when Apple didn't include a dock for the iPhone 3G. That, the $30 price tag, and general laziness are the reasons I still haven't bought one. I've been able to improvise when I need one, but these DIY instructions on how to make your own cardboard iPhone dock have made my day.

Get your cardstock or thin cardboard, download the provided (free) PDF, and watch the video to make your own too. The other perk besides the whole free thing? The design possibilities are endless — I'm already perusing the pretty cardstock at Paper Source!

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Apple Hits 10,000 Apps: How Many Do You Have?

geeksugar — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:30:00 -0800

An avid iPhone app watch site has reported that Apple has reached a huge milestone — a grand total of 10,000 apps (or thereabouts, they concede).I certainly feel like I've looked at 10,000 apps and tested out nearly that many, but when it comes down to it, I edit quite harshly on my iPhone. I have honed it down to ones that I absolutely need or love, and get rid of those that are really just novelties and fun for a day.Even so, I still have about 40 essential apps on my iPhone (and that number looks to increase, since I'm crazy for new cool ones); so share with me — how many do you have?

iPhone App You Need: lolSpeak

geeksugar — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:00:04 -0800

Nothing's more bothersome than lazy Lolcat translation, so download this lolSpeak app as fast as possible, and you can haz all the grammatically incorrect feline fun as you want.

Trust me, out in this world, you need a good translator.

And it's free, unless you want your kittehs without ads.

Daily Tech: BB Addicts Line-Up For the Storm

geeksugar — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:00:30 -0800

Although the lines are long at Verizon Wireless stores, as people wait to get their hands on the BlackBerry Storm, supply is said to be limited. — RIMarkable
The iPhone 2.2 software update is now available for download and includes Google Street View and Podcast downloads from iTunes. — Switched
With a new site called TweetStalk, you can now follow Twitter users without them knowing. Love this! — TechCrunch
Verizon employees got a peek at President-elect Barack Obama's cell phone records, although no emails or voicemails were accessed. — USA Today
Times Square is now showing off a 17,000 Square Foot LED Billboard that features 12 million individual LED lights. — Gizmodo

Daily Tech: The Phones With the Best Internet Browsers

geeksugar — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:02:35 -0800

Gizmodo has whipped up a really helpful chart which rates 3G web browsing on a number of cell phones. — Gizmodo
Starting in the new year, Philips will be turning its DVD business over to Funai who will manufacture the discs under the Philips name for the US market. — The New York Times
The Peek email device can now open JPEG, GIF, PNG, and BMP images, and send text messages. Just enter your contacts 10-digit phone number into the TO:field of the email message and it will be sent as a text! — CrunchGear
Starting Dec. 28, the iPhone 3G will be available for purchase at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club. — The Boy Genius Report
It's giveaway time! Be sure to log in for your chances to win a Nintendo DS Lite and fitness games! — geeksugar

The Gifted Mother: Seasoned Mommy-to-Be

lilsugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:00:11 -0800

A mom who's expecting her second (third, fourth, etc.) bundle of joy has more experience than those pregnant with their first. Forget books on what she should expect and potions on keeping stretch marks at bay; she's already been there, done that. Sure she'd love a few extra hours in the day to catch up on her sleep or a moment's peace, but here are some gifts that will keep her plugging along during pregnancy.

Great Expectations takes the seasoned mom through 24 true stories of labor and delivery. Since she's already experienced the joy of childbirth, she'll appreciate reading other tales from the hospital bed.
The 3G iPhone is modern-day mom's brag book. The seasoned mommy-to-be will love being able to share pictures of her little ones, in preschool and in utero, with the touch of a screen.
She's already got a closet full of maternity clothes from her previous pregnancy, but she still likes to keep her look current. A fabulous pair of flat boots such as the Paige Boots from Frye will rev up her existing wardrobe.

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iPhone App You Need: OpenTable

geeksugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:00:00 -0800

What's a fab life in the city without an easy way to make restaurant reservations?

OpenTable, the website that made my life easier years ago when they let me make online reservations for dining out pleased me again a few months ago when it became mobile-browser friendly, but it has outdone itself this time with an iPhone App of the same name.

It's free and does just what the website does — and is actually even better, because it can utilize the iPhone's GPS and tell you the nearest 20 restaurants!

Daily Tech: Google Improves Its Search Page For the iPhone!

geeksugar — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:10:22 -0800

Last night, Google rolled out some new improvements for search on the iPhone, including more links to phone numbers, directions, and map previews. — Lifehacker
Good news! A big California web hosting company that contributed to a majority of the world's junk emails has finally been shut down. — Switched
Christina Aguilera recently revealed to MTV that she loves playing Mario Kart on her Nintendo DS. — Kotaku
On Nov. 24, Sling Media will make its new video portal open to the public, offering TV episodes, clips, and full-length movies. — CNET
It's giveaway time! Be sure to log in for your chances to win a Nintendo DS Lite and fitness games! — geeksugar