Articles by: JR Bookwalter

Sony still snooping whether to upgrade older Xperias to Android 4.4

By JR Bookwalter published 22 November 13

Some Sony phones are guaranteed to get the new OS, but a number of Xperias still face uncertain KitKat futures.

Apple's latest Liquidmetal patents point to 3D printing for new iPhone parts

By JR Bookwalter published 21 November 13

And not just iPhones - future iPads and even the iTV could be built using Liquidmetal 3D printing.

MediaTek plants flag in claim to first 'true octa-core' mobile SoC

By JR Bookwalter published 20 November 13

We've heard octa-core claims before, but MediaTek says this chip uses the power of all eight 2GHz cores.

One formality down: Nokia shareholders overwhelmingly approve Microsoft sale

By JR Bookwalter published 19 November 13

As if we didn't see this coming... Meanwhile, word on the web is Nokia Music may stay in Finland, go cross-platform.

SlingPlayer flings itself to Roku, Windows 8.1 app coming next month

By JR Bookwalter published 18 November 13

SlingPlayer finally arrives on Roku, and Windows 8.1 is next on deck.

Miniaturized Sony Xperia Z1s spied on camera, could find its way to Europe

By JR Bookwalter published 14 November 13

Sony's Japanese-only Xperia Z1f may have a sibling marked for a different region on the way.

Apple could use Bluetooth hotspot for wireless sharing with iWatch

By JR Bookwalter published 7 November 13

Another piece of the iWatch puzzle could be buried in a new Apple patent.

Android 4.4 will soon use your Google+ profile pic for caller ID

By JR Bookwalter published 6 November 13

In early 2014, Google plans to show your smiling mug to everyone you call. If you a Google+ profile photo, that is.

Watching you? No, but Mavericks knows when you're not in front of MacBook

By JR Bookwalter published 1 November 13

Those ambient light sensors are up to more than setting the mood.

You are now free to use your gadgets throughout a flight

By JR Bookwalter, Farrha Khan published 31 October 13

Phone calls still off limits, but passengers will be allowed to fiddle with their laptops, tablets and more.

Google watch could enter mass production 'within months'

By JR Bookwalter published 29 October 13

Next year may be a smartwatch Thunderdome as Google reportedly prepares to jump into the fray.

Samsung may kill off unlicensed third-party accessories with ID chip

By JR Bookwalter published 23 October 13

Samsung may be looking to reign in exploding batteries and faulty chargers.

Surface RT owners back in business as Windows 8.1 RT officially returns

By JR Bookwalter published 22 October 13

A once-pulled Windows 8.1 RT is fixed and re-released within days. Let's just hope it doesn't brick tablets again...

Apple could debut Surface-style keyboard cover alongside iPad 5

By JR Bookwalter published 21 October 13

Hoping for a keyboard cover from Apple with a little Microsoft flare? You might get your wish.

Sony working on faster wireless charging for Xperia handsets

By JR Bookwalter published 18 October 13

Full wireless charging in only an hour? It may become a reality next year.

Google throws Chrome-lifeline to Windows XP users

By JR Bookwalter published 16 October 13

Google Chrome will keep Windows XP safe for a year after its retirement.

Grand Theft Auto V rumored for PC debut in early 2014

By JR Bookwalter published 11 October 13

Industry sources claim Rockstar hasn't forgotten about its PC gamers. This all sounds familiar...

Office for iPad on the way, but not before 'touch first' for Windows

By JR Bookwalter published 8 October 13

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer confirms elusive Office for iPad is in the works, but offers no timeline for release.

Microsoft crows new Surfaces are selling out, but numbers are missing

By JR Bookwalter published 4 October 13

Just how many Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 tablets sales make a sellout? Microsoft isn't saying.

HTC One may be in danger of US import ban thanks to Nokia patent win

By JR Bookwalter published 2 October 13

HTC, Qualcomm reportedly scrambling to avoid possible U.S. import ban, which would only pile on the bad new for the phone maker.

Spotify takes Twitter's lead, makes it easier for users to follow favorite artists

By JR Bookwalter published 1 October 13

Why search for a favorite artist on Spotify when a single click will do? Look for little green Follow buttons to populate the web.

Latest Gmail for Android app suggests mobile ads are on the way

By JR Bookwalter published 30 September 13

Google hasn't flipped the switch yet, but ads could soon invade Gmail for Android. Be warned.

Classic Steve Jobs keynote used to invalidate Apple's own patent

By JR Bookwalter published 27 September 13

Rivals use Steve Jobs' famous iPhone demo to make their case, despite Jobs' "boy, have we patented it!" line.

Holy app stores! Users may drag in 102 billion downloads this year

By JR Bookwalter published 19 September 13

Hate free apps with in-app purchases? Sorry pal, they're here to stay.

Google may crumble stale web cookies with its very own ad tracker

By JR Bookwalter published 18 September 13

It's a move that would make sense - why rely on third-party ad tools when Google could make its very own to track you?