Following on from last week's post (Apple or Android? The iPhone vs HTC Legend), I’ve had time to ruminate over my transition, and having given the Legend back a week or so ago, I’ve had time to miss the things that I actually grew to kind of love. For instance, as much as I love the clean layout … [Read more...]
Apple or Android? The iPhone vs HTC Legend
If you’re a lover of air conditioning and cool air, get yourself down to Hell right now. It has temporarily frozen over whilst I temporarily dump my iPhone for an HTC Legend. When announced, I wrote that the Legend might just have the potential to make the swap from iPhone to Android, but it was … [Read more...]
The phones you’ll be upgrading to this year
Another month, another technology show. This time, it was the turn of the mobile industry to get up all in your grill, showing off their latest innovations and creations. I luvz it. Mobile World Congress is one of my favourite shows (Barcelona, phones, tapas - what’s not to like?) and -- thank god … [Read more...]
Powermat gadget charger review
Loose cables are the bane of my working life. Between my phone, netbook, Nintendo DS and iPod, I've got wires all over the place. Even with an extension lead, I'm still using all the available plugs. So how can I reduce the amount of cable clutter in my room? The designers at Powermat think … [Read more...]
Apple iPhone bedding: there should be a nap for that
There is a thin line, between being a normal run-of-the-mill dork, and becoming The Uber-Dork. Buying this iPhone bedding set on the right would shove you right over that line. The set is from Swedish website Ellos, and is aimed at the teen and 'tween' market. Displaying the standard iPhone … [Read more...]
The 10 most confusing gadgets of the last decade
I've lost count of the amount of time I've spent puzzling over why a gadget is refusing to work. A recent study suggests I'm not alone in this area. Research carried out by Confused.com has discovered that consumers constantly come across problems and confusion with their gadgets. And what was … [Read more...]
The iPhone: crank calling made simple
I doubt there's a single mobile phone owner out there who hasn't been guilty of this modern malaise. It's easily done, after all. But if you recently got yourself an iPhone, I'm prepared to stake a small sum that you've been making quite a habit of it of late. After all, crank calling and the iPhone … [Read more...]
Make your own iPhone
Despite my desperation for a Google Android phone, I still feel that shiver of envy when someone else pulls out their iPhone. I want one. So, in a moment of unclarity (i.e. before my morning cup of tea) I got a little bit excited about this tutorial on Crafty Crafty on how to make your own … [Read more...]
Dork Review: Motorola DEXT Android phone
I recently included the Motorola DEXT in a round up of all the new Google Android phones, and I've finally managed to get my hands on one to test! Based on looks alone, I'm impressed. The phone is smaller and slimmer than the iPhone, its biggest competitor, and the slide aspect gives you access … [Read more...]
Dork Review: Alcatel OT-708 touchscreen phone
Browsing through our other reviews, you might be a little surprised to see an Alcatel phone review. Traditionally, this brand of phone is seated at the low budget end of the market. Basic features for a basic price. Now though, Alcatel are pushing themselves into the high tech market. The … [Read more...]