Articles by Vamien McKalin email: v.mckalin@mobilenapps.com
Skype For Windows Updated With Microsoft Outlook Integration
With Windows Live Messenger standing on its final legs, a newer version of Skype has been released with a few key updates that are bound to excite old and new users alike.
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PS3 Unseats Xbox 360 To Become Second Top Selling Console (Behind Wii)
The PS3 (PlayStation 3), despite launching a year after the Xbox 360, has seemingly surpassed the Microsoft console in total hardware shipped to retailers according to the IDC. Shipment does not account for overall sales; however, if Sony is shipping more consoles than Microsoft, then it suggests that there is a higher demand for the PS3 vis-a-vis Xbox 360.
Lenovo's Windows Phone 8 Plans In Full Force: First Device Out In 2013?
Lenovo is making plans to jump into the realm of becoming a Windows Phone 8 OEM. Judging by the emerging reports, the device could come to the market before the end of 2013.
Microsoft Xbox IllumiRoom Brings 3D-Like Projection To Your Living Room
Microsoft has been hard at work coming up with some innovative ideas. One such idea is Xbox IllumiRoom, a system that utilizes Xbox Kinect and a projector to augment the living room.
Lenovo Partners With Bluestack To Bring Android Apps To Windows 8
Ever wanted to run Android applications on a Windows-based personal computer but didn't know how? You probably never heard of Bluestacks. Lenovo has teamed up with the company to bring its Android App Player to Lenovo Windows 8-based PCs, though it is not certain how useful this deal would be.
60 Million Windows 8 License Sold To OEMs And Consumers To Date
Windows 8 seems to be slowly climbing up the ladder as Microsoft announced that it has sold 60 million licenses of the new operating systems to OEM and those who upgraded their PCs to date.
Nokia Denies Any Plans For Android Smartphone
Not too long ago, a news article via Gizmodo popped up claiming Nokia is considering Android as a platform for future smartphones, but as it turns out, there were a few a problems with translation since the source of the article was in Spanish.
Doom 4 Scheduled For Launch On Xbox 720, PS4, And Wii U?
Fans of the Doom franchise may not need to wait very long to get their palms on the next game if recent rumors of Doom 4 releasing on the Xbox 720 and PS4 prove to be true.
Skyrim Mod Introduces New Settlement Called Syerscote With Extra Quests, House And Items
One of the greatest things about the 'Elder Scrolls: Skyrim', is the ability to create mods for the game that anyone is able to download and play. The newest mod for this gigantic game introduces a new settlement called Syercote, along with quests and items to purchase.
Nokia Lumia 920 vs iPhone 5 vs iPhone 4: Camera Comparison (Photo Taking)
The Nokia Lumia 920 faces an uphill battle, but so far, the device has been crushing everything in its path when it comes down to camera performance. The only handset able to compete is the Nokia 808 PureView, and even it loses out in some aspects.
CES 2013: Low Power Intel Core Processor Announced - Coming To Surface Pro?
Intel is surely taking CES 2013 by storm with all the announcements the company has made so far. However, despite talking about fourth generation core processors, Intel managed to squeeze in some information about low-power Ivy Bridge processors.
Xbox 720 Dev Kit Specs Leaked By Ex-Ubisoft Employee: 8 Core CPU, AMD 88XX GPU, 8GB RAM, 640GB Hard Drive
E3 2013 is just five months away and as expected, rumors of the Xbox 720 specifications are beginning to surface more frequently. The latest rumor comes all the way from China and if true, the next Xbox could be a force to be reckoned with.
Panasonic 20-inch Windows 8 Tablet With 4K Resolution: Impressive But Impractical
Panasonic is one of those companies that barely pops up on the radar when it comes to computers and, therefore, when the company announces a Windows 8 tablet with a 20-inch display and 4K resolution out of the blue, we're listening.
Next Generation Ultrabooks Required To Have Touchscreens And WiDi: Intel
Next-generation Ultrabooks will have some things in common: they will run Windows 8 and have touchscreens along with WiDi (Intel Wireless Display). Intel has laid down these requirements for manufacturers who are interested in using Intel next-generation chips to build Ultrabooks.
Google Re-Enables Maps For Windows Phone After Controversial Outage
After the huge uproar against Google in the Windows Phone camp due to Google Maps being disabled for IE Mobile, Google is ready to kiss and make-up by re-enabling access to the site.
NVIDIA Project Shield Demo Video Launched
NVIDIA is going all out with Android and its Tegra chipsets by announcing the prototype of a handheld gaming device - Project Shield. The console is aiming to compete with the likes of the Nintendo 3DS and Sony PlayStation Vita whenever it's released.
Microsoft Putting An End To Windows Live Messenger In Favor Of Skype On March 15
Windows Live Messenger will begin its journey of ceasing to exist. However, no need to lose your mind because Skype will take its place and all your Messenger friends will be there, ready and waiting to chat about Kim Kardashian.
Nokia Lumia 620 Available At Chinese Online Retailers 360Buy And TMall For $350
Nokia's intention with the Windows Phone platform is to retrieve lost market share and finally become profitable again. With the release of the Lumia 620 mid-range Windows Phone 8 smartphone in China, things seem to be headed in the right direction.
CES 2013: ZTE P945 Details Leaked Ahead Of Official Annoucement
With phablet market gaining acceptance thanks to the Samsung Galaxy Note line of Android devices, many phone manufacturers are taking notice. One such manufacturer is ZTE, which is gearing up to show off its 5.7-inch phablet at CES 2013.
So The Leaked Galaxy S4 Is A Spitting Image Of iPhone 5
Did anyone see the leaked image of the supposed Samsung Galaxy S4? If that photo is real, then we could be in for an iPhone 5 look-alike launching this year.
Redguard New Skyrim DLC Or New Elder Scrolls Title For Xbox 720?
Bethesda seems to be preparing another DLC for Skyrim that is called Redguard, or it could be a new Elder Scrolls title for the Xbox 720? We'll find out eventually.
Video Shows Google Maps Working Perfectly Fine On Windows Phone 8: Google Lied
Recently, Windows Phone 8 users began to experience something really strange, they couldn't access Google Maps from within the Internet Explorer 10 mobile browser.
Xbox 720 Crysis 4 May Not Be A First-Person Shooter, Says Crytek Developer
Even as Crysis 3 slowly creeps to its Feb. 2013 launch, developer Crytek is already talking about Crysis 4 and what type of game it may or may not be. However, one thing is for certain, this game is headed for the Xbox 720.
Nokia To Sell Mobile Business In 2013? Unlikely
Since Nokia hit rock bottom, speculations that the company is selling off its mobile business has been plentiful, and rightfully so because recent times saw Nokia investing a lot in mapping and other software products.
Google Executives Told YouTube Developers To Block First-Class Experience On Windows Phone?
Google is up to its old tricks again - this time the company is plotting the downfall of Windows Phone by way of YouTube. Google's motto is "Don't Be Evil", whatever happened to that?
Xbox 720 'Oban' Processor Complete, Production Begins For 2013 Launch
Microsoft's next-generation console, Xbox 720, is on course to hit store shelves by the 2013 holiday season, especially since the chip production has gone gold. This is good news, as it makes it highly possible that the Xbox 720 could meet the 2013 launch window.
Ubuntu Smartphone OS Unveiled, Launching In Late 2013 With Support For Android Devices
Ubuntu has long been a favorite among Linux desktop users ever since the operating system entered the scene years ago, but it is about to take another huge step in the world of smartphones.
