Fingerprint Free Screens

by FrankWright 22. August 2011 10:47

Did the title catch your attention? Well you like many other people around the globe all have the same problem…Mobile device screens are always covered in fingerprints! To solve this problem, or remedy it anyhow, most people resort to just wiping their device clean on clothing only to have the fingerprints right back on the device at the next use.


Apple is actually in the process of developing a new type of coating that they are hoping to be able to put on their devices screens to prevent fingerprints from getting on your mobile device screen all together! According to this article Apple has already done this to some of their older devices but not actually to the screen. The other thing is that the coating on past devices seemed to wear off after a period of time. Apple is putting in a patent application for this new process which it hopes will keep your devices clean and their banks full.


If you are interested in reading more on how they actually plan to accomplish this click here!


Categories: Android | Apple | iPhone | Mac

Apple’s iOS 5 Beta Brings Fresh New Features

by JeffSchleif 15. August 2011 15:57

Apple update’s their Operating Systems to for their mobile devices (iPhone, iPad, etc…) to version 5.  With much added improvements and several bug fixes.  One thing that was improved upon is the way Apple’s iOS handles notifications.  Previously users received a pop-up message displaying they had a new text message or a missed call, but now with iOS 5 Apple has implemented a notification system similar to that of Android.  Users can now swipe from the top of the devices display and quickly see everything from missed calls to text messages.  Users of iOS 5 can now also decide what they want to synchronize with iCloud.  Everything from email messages to calendar appointments and even contacts!  This feature happens instantaneously allowing users to access content anywhere with no delay.
iOS 5 is set for release this Fall 2011 and looks to bring with it a lot of great new functionality.  Keep up-to-date with Apple and iOS here.

Categories: Apple | iPhone | Mac | Mobility

FBI Protecting Your Family Via New Technology

by FrankWright 12. August 2011 08:49

In the event that every parent’s worst nightmare were to come true, the FBI has developed an App for that. That’s right the FBI is even jumping on board with the mobile craze. This past week the FBI developed a new App that allows a child’s parents to add crucial information to help law enforcement agency’s find missing children more quickly. Once parents setup that appropriate contact information (of their local authorities) the App allows for one click emails, emergency calls, etc. to them which gives authorities more of the precious time needed to try and find the missing child.

The strange thing about this new app is that they chose to release it on Apple products first. With Android holding a significantly larger portion of market share when it comes to mobile devices such as cell phones and tablets one would think that would have been the platform of choice first. At any rate generally apps that hit Apple products end up on Android fairly quickly so if you have children keep an eye out for this app it just may be your child’s life line.

If you’re interested in reading more click here.

Categories: Android | Apple | iPhone | Mac

Mac's New Threats

by FrankWright 20. May 2011 09:50

Mac users beware! There is a new malware attack that is taking place on Mac’s. That’s right; contrary to popular belief the beloved Mac is vulnerable to Malware attacks.  Those Mac advocates try to lead people to believe that Macs are better than PC’s simply because they do not get malware. Mac’s do get attacked on occasion by malware, the reason you don’t see this more often however, is that, they are such a small market share in comparison to the Windows based PC’s that almost everyone owns. That fact alone means that hackers developing this malware are being smart and trying to get the most bang for the time they put into developing.

While I do not agree that Macs a less susceptible to malware I will acknowledge the fact that Macs are generally made with higher quality parts and then to have a bit longer life due to that. Only problem I would point out when it comes to Macs hardware, if say your screen went bad they generally want to replace the screen and the motherboard at an authorized dealer only. On a PC a screen replacement would only cost you a fraction of that price.

When it comes to what PC you choose to buy the choice is yours, I just recommend that people do a bit of research before believing all the propaganda that implies that Macs are “Malware and Problem Free” because, let’s face it, even Macs can break.

If you’re Interested in reading more about the recent Mac malware attack click here.

Categories: AntiVirus | Computers | Mac | Malware | Security