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Superior Police Department Mobile App Now Also Available for Android Smart Phones

Ken Hayes — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:34:27 +0000

Back in November, the Superior Police Department launched their mobile app called “SPDTip.” At the time, the app was only available for iPhone users. Now the deparment has announced that the app can be downloaded for free on android phones as well. From the Superior Police Department Press Release: The Superior Police Department is launching [...]

Teen Forced to Sign 'Mom Contract' to Get iPhone

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:46:48 +0000

The day a teen gets his or her own iPhone is usually one of the happiest of their youth. They're finally seen as responsible, semi-independent individuals. However, this 13-year-old, whose mother decided to attach her own 18-point agreement of rules and guidelines in exchange for the phone, might have reason to look for happier days.

Siri Versus Google Voice Search — Who Wins?

Emerald Catron — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 16:44:44 +0000

We’re sure Apple fanboys will have something to say about this. In a head-to-head contest between Siri and Google Voice Search, it looks like Siri is the loser. But at least she’s friendly while she’s taking her precious time answering your questions. Truthfully, though, both are still faster than asking another person, thankfully. We are [...]

Angry Birds Star Wars Trailer Sneak Peak [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:22:55 +0000

Nerds unite and get excited! We’ve now got another sneak peak at the Angry Bird’s Star Wars game. The Millenium Falcon as a slingshot? What! Awesome! And if you haven’t checked it out yet, Bad Piggies is one of the best games ever. Read my review! [button href="http://kkcb.com/author/khayes/" title="Read More From Ken Hayes" align="center"]

Check Out This Giant QR Code Corn Maze

Kyle Dowling — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:15:40 +0000

If you’ve got a lot of time and a helicopter on your hands, we might have just the thing for you. Allow us to introduce you to the Kraay Family Farm — more importantly, the 13th annual Kraay Family Farm corn maze. Located in Lacombe, Alberta (that’s in Canada!), the annual corn maze has a reputation [...]

What Features Does the New iPhone 5 Have? LTE, Larger Screen, iOS 6 and More

Lisa Bernier — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:08:07 +0000

At a press conference this morning in San Francisco, Apple introduced the iPhone 5. The latest version of the best-selling smartphone has been highly anticipated ever since the somewhat disappointing release of the previous iteration, the iPhone 4s. The iPhone 5 will be the thinnest smartphone on the market. Made entirely of glass and aluminum, [...]

Best Twitter Reactions to the New iPhone 5

Emerald Catron — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:58:37 +0000

So Apple is releasing a new iPhone (again). It’s thinner, lighter, bigger and faster. It comes with headphones that might actually fit your ears. It fits in your hand. It also possesses the ability to explode the Twitterverse. Here’s what people are saying. Can’t wait for the new iPhone 5.I’ve had this mint condition, perfectly [...]

5 Common Problems Of iPhone 4

Ken Hayes — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:22:28 +0000

I got my new iPhone 4s back in April and I fell in love with it, just like I fell in love with my previous iPhone 3. Siri made my life so much easier, with helping me set reminders, sending texts for me, and keeping me company. (I'm kidding about the last one.) However, I haven't heard Siri's voice for a few days now. Yep, she won't even talk to me anymore.

Man Sues Apple for Siri's Imperfections

Shauna Wright — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:00:50 +0000

Apple iPhone 4S users know that Siri, the voice-activated personal assistant, can be hit or miss. Sometimes she understands you perfectly and reacts with precision, and other times? Well, not so much.

But a New York man is so upset by Siri’s flaws and foibles that he’s filed a lawsuit against Apple.

Research Finds Young People Can't Live Without a Smartphone

Shauna Wright — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:15:40 +0000

A new Nielsen poll finds smartphones are becoming less of a luxury and more of a so-called necessity — at least for younger people. Nielsen gathered data to learn more about the age, income and demographics of the typical US smartphone user. Specifically, the firm wanted to know if lower prices are making the devices [...]

Apps For A New iPhone User

Ken Hayes — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:13:48 +0000

I’ve had an iPhone now for 3 years, and I don’t think I could live without it. It is a tool for me that helps me get everything done. My co-host just got an iPhone, and is unsure whether she likes it or not. Maybe it’s because she doesn’t know what is capable of. Here’s [...]

Steve Jobs Stepping Down as Apple CEO

Stephanie Berning — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:33:22 +0000

Steve Jobs is stepping down as chief executive at Apple, the company said on Wednesday. Jobs will remain at the company as chairman, but he and his iconic black turtleneck will be replaced by former Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook. Jobs sent Apple a letter of resignation, which he later made public, on Wednesday. In [...]

iPhone Secretly Tracks Your Every Move, Claims Security Experts

B105 Staff — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 20:53:37 +0000

Security experts Peter Warden and Alasdair Allen have made a startling discovery about Apple's iPhone and 3G iPad: The devices secretly track and record your location.

Apparently, this has been going on for 10 months, despite the fact that Apple has never p

Do Your Taxes On Your Phone.

Tony Hart — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 03:11:02 +0000

So I was cruising around looking for some new apps on my EVO last night and I came across one that I thought was amazing, the new TurboTax “SnapTax”. You can actually can do your taxes on your smart phone now! With SnapTax you take a picture of your W-2 and it will automatically import [...]

NoseDial iPhone App Lets Your Nose Do the Work

Tony Hart — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:22:46 +0000

Can't dial through your woolen mittens? Leather gloves keeping you from texting? Pssht. NoseDial, a new iPhone app from German company Buhmann Marketing allows you to navigate the phone's touchscreen features with your nose instead of your hands.