The Nexus S Takes Android to the Next Level
The Nexus Two…uh…Nexus S officially launched yesterday and those who have had a chance to use the device have some nice things to say. The quality Samsung hardware combined with the latest Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system make for a very snappy and pleasing experience. As Slashgear points out, the Nexus S brings a “glossy [...]
Read MoreMicello Brings You Indoor Maps To Your Phone
Micello describes itself as a “Google Maps” inside of a building. The main segments of focus for Micello are malls and universities, airports, convention centers, and theme parks . Compared to Google Maps, Micello offers you a very detailed perspective of where you are located indoors right down to the name of the store you are standing next to (if you are in a mall). Find out more details after the jump.
Read MoreIn Times of Crisis The Ushahidi Project is Watching
By Brandi Tape It seems like every day at any given moment around the world there is a crisis that goes unheard of because of lack of resources to tell the story. David Kobia’s Ushahidi Project was created to make sure that everyone in need is able to tell their story. The Ushahidi project is [...]
Read MoreGoogle Gets “Buzz”-worthy
Watch your backs Facebook and Twitter. Google is coming for you and it looks like they’re playing for keeps. Tongue’s were wagging as the search engine rolled out yet another addition to the expansive Google empire. Google Buzz is the company’s definitive entry into the social media arena.
Read MoreWhat Does Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” Look Like On Google Maps?
Inspired by a map of Sir Mix-A-Lot’s “Posse on Broadway,” Tyler Gray, deputy editor at FastCompany.com decided to plot Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind.” It’s got to be one of the coolest mashups ever. And maybe the BK in me is adding to the bias, but whatever, it’s definitely worth a peek. (Click here to see the full map and note Jay’s corresponding bars at each point on the map.)
Read MoreHP Unveils App-Friendly, PC-Free Printer
When you think of exciting gadgets, printers might be the last thing to enter your mind. Consumer electronics retailer Hewlett Packard has just unveiled their latest prtinter the Photosmart Premium with Touchsmart Web. Billed as the world’s first web-connected printer, the Photosmart eliminates the PC as the middleman.
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