One of the bigger announcements at Microsoft’s Build conference on Tuesday was a plan to make Windows free on smartphones, handheld tablets, and small Internet-connected gadgets. Check this article from PCWorld.com
In December last year, Coursera promised that an official Android version would follow the then-launched iOS app. The native app for Android now makes its debut. Coursera on your mobile expands the reach for the worldwide MOOC platform, and gives you another option to learn on the go. Download it from the Google Play Store. It is still not available worldwide, but should roll out soon. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com
Nokia has taken the spotlight for everything Windows Phone lately, but at least one carrier is offering a last hurrah for those still using HTC and Samsung Windows Phone devices. Check this article from PCWorld.com
iOS isn’t known for its flexibility and the reputation isn’t entirely undeserved. It doesn’t have a built-in speed dial feature, sharing between third-party apps is a long-winded process, there are no widgets, and syncing files over iTunes isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Check on this article from MakeUseOf.com
Whether you’re rooting an Android phones or jailbreaking an iPhone, you’re removing the restrictions the manufacturer or cellular carrier placed on the device you own. Unfortunately, rooting, jailbreaking, and even unlocking cell phones is likely illegal in some countries. Check out on this article from MakeUseOf.com
Your old phones and tablets don’t have to become e-waste. They can do real work as repurposed sidekicks for your PC. Think of them as bonus touchscreen displays and you’ll begin to see the possibilities. They just need to be plugged in, wiped of unneeded apps and notifications, and they’re ready to serve as desktop companions. Here are some of the best ways to reuse that old tech. Check on this helpful article from PCWorld.com
Solid state storage is awesome. Besides its speed, which far outpaces mechanical drives, solid state offers packaging benefits. The drives are small and can be assembled in different configurations to fit different devices. Tablets and smartphones as we know them today simply couldn’t exist if mechanical drives were the only choice. Get some info from this article on MakeUseOf.com