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News You Should Know – Voice, Xbox, Kinect

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:06:33 +0000

There’s been quite a bit going on in the tech world lately. Rather than dedicate a post to each separate item, I figured it was best served for everyone’s time to give you a quick rundown on all the news!

Google Voice for the Masses!

In case you missed the buzz, Google just recently announced open registration for . . . → Read More: News You Should Know – Voice, Xbox, Kinect Related posts:

Kindle and Nook Price Drop!

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:59:14 +0000

If you haven’t been paying attention to recent e-reader news, both the Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook have just gone through a drastic price reduction! If you’re an avid reader, and have previously held off on the purchase due to price, now is the best time to dive in! I speak from experience, having . . . → Read More: Kindle and Nook Price Drop! Related posts:

Apple iPad Announced! Pricing starts at $499!

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:26:19 +0000

All,

If you haven’t been following coverage on Apple’s media announcement today, they’re releasing the “iPad” starting at $499! It runs all the apps in the app store, plus does some fancy other stuff for e-reader functionality and your usual web/email/music/video stuff. Looks pretty neat. Engadget has a live feed going right now on . . . → Read More: Apple iPad Announced! Pricing starts at $499! Related posts:

10 Behaviors of Highly-Effective Small Business Technology (Part 1)

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:22:06 +0000

I've read numerous articles about "lessons" or "must-haves" for small business IT. I've boiled them all down into my 10 Behaviors of Highly-Effective Small Business Technology. . . . → Read More: 10 Behaviors of Highly-Effective Small Business Technology (Part 1) Related posts:

Deal Alert: Amazon Kindle Free Shipping!

MW2ML Technology — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 04:20:24 +0000

If you are like me and put off your Christmas shopping until now, I have great news! I just saw on Amazon’s website that you can get two-day shipping on the Kindle for FREE! Yes, you can order today and have it delivered in time for Christmas! This is a perfect gift for those of . . . → Read More: Deal Alert: Amazon Kindle Free Shipping! Related posts:

Holiday Gift Guide 2009

MW2ML Technology — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:26:38 +0000

In preparation for Black Friday, I wanted to summarize all the "gift guides" I've been reading on the Internet the past few weeks. . . . → Read More: Holiday Gift Guide 2009 Related posts:

SugarSync Announces Data Sharing & Backup for Business

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:36:52 +0000

Yes, I’m always harping on the importance of backing up your data, particularly with one of the many online backup services mentioned in my Sponsors page. However, one of the ones I find most fascinating (SugarSync) just announced a “Business” version of their service. The business version allows you to group users under a single account, . . . → Read More: SugarSync Announces Data Sharing & Backup for Business Related posts:

Peek Pronto: Email Anywhere

MW2ML Technology — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:08:12 +0000

Do you like staying in touch with people? Are you constantly checking your email? Have you yet to buy a smartphone because the complexity and cost of data services ($30-$50 per month) sounded too daunting?

Let me introduce you to a nifty little device called the Peek Pronto. It is about the size of a . . . → Read More: Peek Pronto: Email Anywhere Related posts:

Navigation on Smartphones – Are we there yet?

MW2ML Technology — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:07:58 +0000

Navigation/GPS systems were born as an answer to the most annoying road trip question you'll get from your passengers - "Are we there yet?" I have read numerous articles on the Internet claiming that these new Navigation apps for Smartphones mark the end of the standalone GPS/Navigation unit (by manufacturers such as Tom-Tom or Garmin). I ask myself the usual question: Are we there yet? After having spent the past weekend on the road, with extensive use of my "smartphone navigation" application, the answer appears to be "No." . . . → Read More: Navigation on Smartphones – Are we there yet? Related posts:

How to Sync Google Calendar and Contact with your Blackberry and Multiple Computers

MW2ML Technology — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:15:33 +0000

If you’re like me, you have multiple (such as “Work” and a “Personal”) computers. With multiple computers comes the daunting task of managing multiple sets of scheduling and contact information. I have posted before about how I was syncing multiple calendars using my Blackberry. In that scenario, I was manually syncing my calendars back and forth . . . → Read More: How to Sync Google Calendar and Contact with your Blackberry and Multiple Computers Related posts:

Archos Internet Tablet – Ultimate Personal Media and Internet Device

MW2ML Technology — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:22:25 +0000

If you’re looking for the ultimate personal media player, you won’t find it at the Apple store. Amazon just listed the Archos 5 Internet Tablet for $390. While it may be a bit pricey, this thing has pretty much ALL the bells and whistles you could ask for in a device which can surf the . . . → Read More: Archos Internet Tablet – Ultimate Personal Media and Internet Device Related posts:

Blackberry Messenger 5

MW2ML Technology — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:35:21 +0000

I just read on CNET that Research in Motion has just released a new version of the Blackberry Messenger application. This program allows you to send messages, pictures, and files similar to sending emails. This also gives you greater flexibility than SMS/MMS text messages. One of the new features I like, you can now . . . → Read More: Blackberry Messenger 5 Related posts:

Amazon Kindle e-Reader Price Drop!

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:15:18 +0000

Just an FYI:

If you’re an avid reader, but haven’t wanted to pony up the cash for one of Amazon’s Kindle e-Readers just yet, today may be a good day to take another look. Amazon just announced a $40 price cut for the 2nd Generation Kindle down to $259. Additionally, they just announced a version of the . . . → Read More: Amazon Kindle e-Reader Price Drop! Related posts:

HP Mini 311 and Netbook Buying Guide

MW2ML Technology — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:51:51 +0000

Now that just about every hardware manufacturer is releasing netbooks (small, lightweight laptops), its tough to figure out which ones are worth buying. I was just perusing a review of the HP Mini 311 at Engadget, and noticed that this hardware seems like something well worth recommending. It sports graphics testing scores similar to that of . . . → Read More: HP Mini 311 and Netbook Buying Guide Related posts:

Smartphone Roundup: Windows Mobile and Android Supplemental

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:20:00 +0000

If you’ve read my original Smartphone Roundup, or my follow-up (Smartphone Roundup Supplemental) about the Nokia N900, you’ll know that I’m a fan of devices that *just work* and that can do anything I throw at them. While I’m still a fan of Blackberries for their versatility (I currently have mine attached to 3 different . . . → Read More: Smartphone Roundup: Windows Mobile and Android Supplemental Related posts:

Google Voice Application for iPhone: Supplemental

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:09:00 +0000

As a follow-up to my posting about a quick note about Google Voice on iPhone, I saw a link on TechCrunch about full disclosure of the FCC response by Google. They have a link to the actual letter posted by Google, and is fairly interesting in its verbiage. If you like finger-pointing and drama among large . . . → Read More: Google Voice Application for iPhone: Supplemental Related posts:

The “New” Fax Machine: Fax via Internet and Email

MW2ML Technology — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:12:00 +0000

One of the things that I find interesting is how businesses today are still reliant upon “fax” machines. These devices, which have stayed in roughly the same form and function since the mid 1970’s, have become a critical part of many business functions. This is evident simply by asking business owners, or running some . . . → Read More: The “New” Fax Machine: Fax via Internet and Email Related posts:

Remote Backup Agent – Supplemental

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:48:00 +0000

As a supplemental to my posting about Remote Backup for Home and Small Business, I wanted to cover two additional Remote Backup Agent (or Online Backup) options.

Mozy: This option is somewhat of a hybrid of the two options (iDrive and BackBlaze) mentioned in my previous post. Their core offering is $5/month unlimited remote . . . → Read More: Remote Backup Agent – Supplemental Related posts:

Who Needs Remotes When They Have a Blackberry?!

MW2ML Technology — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:05:00 +0000

Here’s a fun post geared more towards our home users, particularly those who read my Smartphone Roundup and are considering a Blackberry! A friend of mine sent along a fun little link from Blackberry’s website: Throw Out Your Remotes.

If you’re at all familiar with Home Automation, you’ll know that there are a number of products . . . → Read More: Who Needs Remotes When They Have a Blackberry?! Related posts:

Smartphone Roundup – Supplemental

MW2ML Technology — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:50:00 +0000

It’s been a while since I posted my original Smartphone Roundup, and compared the features of the iPhone, Blackberry, Pre, and Windows Mobile. However, I stumbled upon a worthwhile addition to the lineup that may be worth examining from a home-user perspective: the Nokia N900 Internet Tablet. Don’t let the name fool you, this . . . → Read More: Smartphone Roundup – Supplemental Related posts: