Last week we looked at Android apps (most also available for iPhones) that help you with research, collecting information, podcasts, players and audiobook readers. Today a few more very useful apps but first a reference back to last week. I used the term “newb” (spelled N E W B) last week and several people emailed…
Welcome back to my next in the series regarding Android Apps that I find useful. Thanks for the emails I have received letting me know you appreciate the series. Also, you sent in some great questions…keep ’em coming! Last week we looked at saving money with the GasBuddy app and getting organized and making notes…
Last week I started a series per your requests on some of the most useful apps I use on my Android phone. They may also be available for iPhones; however, I do not review those. You can check for them on the iPhone store if you are interested. We began with the Amazon App, Dark…
About five years ago I wrote an article similar to this one but over time things change. More importantly than the changes is that you all write to me. I am often asked something similar to, “What is your favorite browser?” or “What is the most popular browser today?” So today I thought we would…
OK, today I am going to tackle a question about smart phones that may make some of you upset with me; although, I will try and be gentle. I am regularly asked why I prefer Android phones over iPhones. First, the main reason I prefer Android phones is that was the first type of smartphone…
Some of the big technology devices to hit in recent years are Voice Assistants. The idea first came about on TV with Star Trek in the ‘60s. This was when you could communicate by voice instructions with the computers. In the real world, “Siri” started on the iPhone 4S at its release in October 2011….
I recently had the opportunity to test an iPhone, 5S. Keep in mind as I continue I began this as an Android fan-boy. But in my new position I have been asked to test specific phones to decide on which one best works for me. So, several weeks ago, I began my journey to the…
Well, after the turmoil I created worrying you about Google watching you online last week, today you can get’em back! I thought today I would show you how to make some money off of Google. Now be warned. You will not be able to quit your job or buy a new car but you can…
Here is one update to the last two columns I wrote about Google Maps and Waze for Android devices. Guess what? Waze released a new version of its excellent product. It has a couple of nice new features but mostly it was cosmetic with a few navigational changes. I believe it looks better, is quicker…
Last week’s column generated a lot of email questions and comments. I did not realize there were a lot of Google Maps and Waze users out there. Some people had never heard of Waze and now are trying it out. Let me know how you like or dislike it as you experiment. One person brought…
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