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Oddball Tech: Power outlets for all, Internet Explorer 8 is the king, and a lightshow
It’s that time again. Welcome to the weird wired world of technology. Can’t find a plug for that laptop or television or one of the other million chargers you have sitting around? There’s a wall for that. While you’ve got your computer plugged in, fire up Microsoft’s latest Internet Explorer. It’s the greatest browser ever. Ask Microsoft, they’ll tell you the same thing. If you’re sick of hearing things and want to veg out, you…
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Kindle content will continue to be available on more devices other than the Kindle
Jeff Bezos recently spoke at a Wired sponsored conference and revealed some interesting information in regards to the Kindle. One one hand the news was…
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LG announces new advertising campaign featuring Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
Any self-respecting Transformers fan knows about the impending release of the “Revenge of the Fallen” movie set to premiere in theaters on June 24. What…
Gadgetell Review: Stanley 100 Watt Power Converter
On the go a lot? Looking for a way to keep those gadgets charged and ready? Gadgetell tries out the Stanley 100Watt Power Converter to see how it holds up for your on the go tech needs. Does it hold its own or fizzle out? Read more to find out. Continue Reading »
DTV transition largely uneventful
The FCC is reporting that Friday’s transition from analog to digital TV transmissions was largely uneventful. No major outages or problems were reported. Their toll free helpline was flooded with calls - over 317,000 - from people who couldn’t figure out how to operate their new converter boxes, but the… Continue Reading »
Google goes ebooks, unveils plans to begin competing with Amazon
Just recently, during the annual BookExpo convention in New York, Google announced plans to begin selling ebooks. Right off the bat, you would think they have to do something to one up Amazon in order to properly fight in that space, however it seems Google may have a nice plan… Continue Reading »
Audiopoint helps the visually impaired use Google Calendar
Audiopoint, the provider of Voice Terminal Services, introduced an upgrade to its services that is aimed at helping those with vision impairments have access to their calendars on Google Calendar. A user accesses the service by calling from any landline or cellphone. Using voice prompts, the user can hear their… Continue Reading »
What’s the real cost of switching to Sprint for a Pre? Find out at BillShrink.com
If you’re like many of us here at Gadgetell, you are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the Palm Pre on June 6. You may also be wondering if you can even afford to dump your current wireless provider and make the jump to Sprint with the Pre. BillShrink.com will lay… Continue Reading »
AT&T offering a new $3 a day pay as you go plan
People everywhere are looking for savings, and many are looking more for pay as you go cell plans. Now AT&T is offering just such a plan as part of their GoPhone program. It allows users to pay $3 up front for each day that they either place or receive calls… Continue Reading »
In honor of all you Star Trek fans, now you can have your own ST Internet phone
I’m sure any self-respecting Star Trek fan knows this is opening weekend for the latest Star Trek film. So, in honor of the big weekend, here is a nifty little gadget just for you. A Star Trek Communicator Internet phone. Say that five times fast. It is a replica of… Continue Reading »
Mother’s Day is coming up! 5 gadgets for Mom
You’ve only got a little over a week to shop for Mother’s Day folks. And hint! Moms like gadgets too. Don’t be boring and just hand her a card or a bunch of flowers, get Mom something cool this year. Stay away from a sweeper or anything that cleans. Ditto… Continue Reading »
Two new devices from a possible Verizon/Apple partnership?
As JG mentioned yesterday, rumors are floating about talks between Verizon and Apple. AT&T just might be losing exclusive rights to their major breadwinner. But, it seems more and more as though if the deal does go through that we won’t be looking at the exact same iPhone just marketed… Continue Reading »
Kindle 2 build cost is $185.49
A new report has revealed that the build cost for Kindle 2, Amazon’s popular e-reader is $185.49. The E Ink screen’s cost makes up most of that at $60. The other major expense is the built in wireless card, which costs almost $40. Before people start screaming that Amazon is… Continue Reading »
Palm Pre Information & Updates
Palm just introduced their next-gen smartphone, the Palm Pre, and next-gen operating system, Palm webOS. Gadgetell's got the latest Pre and webOS information and news for you right here.
