Microsoft Launches New Outlook.Com

Microsoft unveiled a new email service yesterday (don’t confuse this with an overhauling of Hotmail – I am talking about a brand new, from-scratch email service). Microsoft created Outlook.com to exists as a separate entity from Hotmail, particularly because Hotmail does not have the best…


New iPhone to Be Announced

Apple fans, unite! The next generation iPhone is just around the corner and the long-awaited new device is expected to be announced on September 12th of this year. Tentatively called the iPhone 5, Apple’s new baby will be announced alongside the company’s new iPod Nano – a double bonus for Apple…


Introducing Google’s Fiber Internet Connection

It’s a bird…It’s a plane - nope, it’s Google’s fast-as-lightning 1000 Mpbs fiber internet connection. The service which has no bandwidth max, no overage fees and comes with a mammoth 1TB of free cloud storage, went live in Kansas last Thursday. But that’s not all… Google has another trick up its…


Twitter is Down (No, it’s Not Just You)

If you’re having trouble accessing Twitter today and wondering, “Is it Twitter or am I doing something wrong?” you can rest assured it’s not you. For the second time in two months (the first time happened in June), Twitter is down. The difficulty is happening on the Web, iPhone and iPad apps and…


iPhone 5 to Sport 19-pin Dock Connector

If you own an Apple iPhone – or have even seen one – you’ve probably noticed that the headphone jack sits at the top of the device. This feature is soon to be relocated as a result of the upcoming iPhone 5 which will be created with a smaller Dock connector port. As opposed to previous models of…


Strong Sales for Newest Samsung Model

The world’s biggest smartphone creator, Samsung Electronics in South Korea, has sold more than 10 million units of its latest model, the Galaxy S III. The launch of this newest smartphone happened only two months ago. The company’s success comes during a time when many investors are bracing…


Apple Ordered to Advertise Samsung is Not a Copycat

In the United Kingdom, a High Court judge’s verdict has forced Apple to post notifications on their web site as well as ads in various newspapers and magazines such as The Financial Times, The Daily Mail, Guardian Mobile magazine and other publications for a minimum of six months. The ads must…


Mobile Use of Travelers is On the Rise

Whether it is weekends at the beach house, a cross-country road trip or a month lazing on the Mediterranean coast, for many people summertime equals travel time. And as smartphone ownership is ever-increasing, so is the use of these gadgets as a savvy way to keep a record of these adventures. Can…


Facebook to Monitor Chat Activity

Facebook is taking a bite out of crime. The giant social network is now working with law enforcement “to ensure the safety of the people who use Facebook,” as reported a page on their site. As addicted to FB as most people are these days, many are not aware of the smorgasbord of safety resources…


Try Before You Buy with YBUY

Purchasing the latest tech device is always a thrilling endeavor. But it can be stressful, too, since the splurge is often a major investment, especially in light of today’s blustery economic climate. A major reason why consumers experience apprehension at the time of a tech purchase is because…