Skype is offering free WiFi access to the net during the Internet Week conference. The start date is November 7 and it runs through November 12. During that time, any WiFi hotspot tied in to Skype WiFi will allow you to get on the Internet for free without using any Skype credits.
Archives for November 2011
iOS 5 Hotmail Integration Brings 100K to Hotmail Per Day
November 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
When iOS 5 launched one of the smaller features included was Hotmail integration in the Mail Settings. Selecting this allows users to more easily add their Hotmail address to iOS 5 so that they can check and respond to email via the standard Mail app.
Jawbone Up Tracks Activity, Food and Sleep
November 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Jawbone is stepping away from the usual bluetooth headset with a new device called Up. Up is a wristband that communicates with an iPhone. What it does is help track how you sleep, get active and what you eat. By combining data it helps you to live a more healthy lifestyle.
Meizu M9 and MX To get Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Update
November 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The CEO of Meizu has confirmed that the M9 and MX devices will both get Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. The comments were left on the company forum which also confirmed an unchanged December launch for the Meizu MX.
iOS 5.0.1 Beta Sent to Developers – Fixes Battery Problems
November 3, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Apple commented about the battery problems yesterday and said that they are working on a fix that will be made available in a few weeks time. Shortly after the comment, iOS 5.0.1 beta was made available for developers to download.
Gmail App for iPhone and iPad Download Now Available on iTunes
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Update: The app has been pulled due to a bug in the notifications. When it’s fixed it will be back up. If you already have the app then you can carry on using it.
As rumoured yesterday, Google has finally released a Gmail app for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
We’ve combined your favorite features from the Gmail mobile web app and iOS into one app so you can be more productive on the go. It’s designed to be fast, efficient and take full advantage of the touchscreen and notification capabilities of your device. And it’s one more reason to switch to Gmail.
Does Siri Take You Over Your Monthly Data Allowance?
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
One of the requirements of using Siri on the iPhone 4S is that you have some sort of a data connection. This could be either a wireless or 3G connection to the Internet. The reason for this is that everything you say is packaged up and sent to Apple so that it can process your voice and then tell the iPhone 4S how it needs to respond… this is of course a very simple way of explaining how Siri works.
As it requires your data plan in some instances, one thing you might want to watch out for is how much data each question takes. Thankfully, someone has done all the hard work and has managed to calculate an average of how much data per query.
If You Nag Siri Enough, It Will Tell You a Story
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you have asked Siri to tell you a story on your iPhone 4S, you would have been responded to with the same few answers over and over again. But, we learn today that if you nag enough it will eventually give in and tell you one.
Android Market Update Leaked
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A new version of the Android Market is beginning to be pushed out to smartphones. The new version is 3.3.11 and it brings a few new features to the market.
Gmail Gets a New Look
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Google [GOOG] has refreshed the Gmail interface and has given the UI a completely new look. The new version has several new features to enhance the experience of email online.
iPhone and iPod touch Get Garage Band
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Garage Band for the iPad has received an update. Amongst a few tweaks, another feature added is iPhone and iPod touch support. For those that already have purchased Garage Band on the iPad, you’ll now be able to download it to your iPhone as it is now a universal app.
Angry Birds Reaches Over Half a Billion Downloads
November 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Angry Birds has hit a new milestone by passing the 500 million download mark. It took the games company behind it just two years.
