USING GOOGLE MAPS OFFLINE WITH IOS AND ANDROID DEVICE

Google Maps is one of the most used mapping services available today. For those of us who are directionally challenged or are traveling in an unfamiliar place, Google Maps is a life saver. But what about those times when your phone does not have service? While your GPS will work just fine, Google Maps does not … Read more

IOS 8.4 WILL INCLUDE AN UPDATED MUSIC APP

Hands down, Apple has changed the way we listen to music. With the release of the revolutionary iPod in 2001, digital music downloads became the standard. Since then, Apple has continued to improve the overall experience for those using Apple music software. Our question now is, will the improvements continue with the release of iOS … Read more

ALLCAST STREAMING SERVICE HITS IOS

Attention all Apple users! AllCast, a media streaming service, is now available on iOS. Those who own a iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch can now enjoy the services of AllCast. This discovery was first spotted by Engadget, and has since been topic of discussion amongst Apple owners. AllCast allows users to beam photos, videos, and … Read more

REPORT: FORCE TOUCH COMING TO IPHONE 6S

Apple is rumored to be prepping to integrate its Force Touch technology into the upcoming iOS 9 and iPhone 6S release. The Force Touch function will presumably enable users deeper control of the interface and Apple will eventually be providing developers the ability to leverage the hardware as well. It is unlikely that we will … Read more

RUMOR: WINDOWS PHONES/TABLETS TO RUN ANDROID APPS

Courtesy of GSMArena.com The most common reason I hear as to why people aren’t buying Window’s phones/tablets is because their App ecosystem is limited compared to that of Apple and Android. While Window’s 400,000 to 500,000 apps is not a small number, it’s relatively pale in comparison to Apple and Android’s 1.2 and 1.3 million respective available … Read more

SMASHCAST EPISODE 15: A.D.D. TECH TALK

The SmashCast: Episode 15 Okay Smashers, it’s time for episode 15 of The SmashCast! In our most ADD episode ever we discuss Apple’s rumored TV service, Apple eating up record amounts of smartphone marketshare, iOS 9 , Samsung’s snooping TV’s, and a device that lets your puppy Tweet like a boss. Here is a preview of Ridickitech: Click … Read more

PHOTOBUCKET HACKERS ARRESTED FOR HACKING SOFTWARE

One of my worst nightmares would be for someone to hack my photos and then sell them to the highest bidder. Unfortunately for some, this nightmare may have come true. Photobucket users beware; you might want to make sure you were not affected by a recent hack.  Today the FBI arrested Brandon Bourret, 39, from Colorado … Read more

PEOPLE AMAZED BY SONY’S ‘NEW’ PROJECT MORPHEUS

Courtesy of Eurogamer Virtual reality is making strides and headlines almost every day. Today, Sony announced a newer version of its upcoming Project Morpheus; Sony’s attempt at getting into the VR scene. This new iteration sports a full HD screen (1920 X 1080) and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Sony has also added an additional 3 … Read more

PEBBLE’S TIME BREAKING KICKSTARTER RECORD

Today, Pebble announced their latest smartwatch the Pebble Time. The new smartwatch was made available to backers on Kickstarter before its release to the general public. What’s amazing about the release of the Pebble Time was how quickly it reached its goal of $500,000 dollars, which also led the Pebble Time to break the record for the … Read more