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5 apps that make you more productive

Electronics
By Isabel Eva Bohrer on April 23, 2013 in

productivity apps

Smartphone apps generally tend to serve as a distraction, but what about using tech to get motivated and achieve your goals? These apps promise to help you become more productive, whether you want to read more books, lose weight or tackle a project -- some in rather unconventional ways. Want more? Check out our hands-on test of the Astrid To-Do List app. Read more

From iPod to iWatch: Apple's next big thing

Electronics
By Molly McLaughlin on April 2, 2013 in

NYC Apple Store

Apple is famous for its splashy press conferences, which typically involve a big product launch (and sometimes "one more thing.") From the iPod to the iPhone, many of their products have been technological game-changers that inspire fierce customer loyalty. Rumors abound about Apple's next big thing. Will it be a phone/tablet hybrid? An iWatch? Or something else? Here's a look at Apple's splashiest product launches from the past decade or so, as well as a glimpse into their future.

 

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Should you file your taxes on your smartphone?

Computers & Internet
By Tara Tuckwiller on March 26, 2013 in

TurboTax SnapTax mobile app

Yes, you really can file your taxes on your smartphone. But should you?

TurboTax's SnapTax 2012 (*Est. $25 to e-file (free download)) promises to do your taxes in 10 minutes. Snap a photo of your W-2, answer a few simple questions -- you're done. H&R Block 1040EZ for Smartphone (Free download and e-file) works the same way.

"But how good are they?" asks Salvador Rodriguez at the L.A. Times. "Can users file their federal taxes with just a few taps on 4-inch screens?"

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Get money back: 3 top rebate programs

Electronics
By Sandra Gordon on March 22, 2013 in

Get money back: 3 top rebate programs

To save on everyday purchases and entice you to buy certain products or services, the latest shopping apps and web portals get right down to business. They give you rebates for buying everything from auto parts and groceries to clothes and appliances -- from your smartphone or computer -- or alert you to rebate deals as you shop so you can take advantage of the latest consumer incentive programs.

Bonus: You don't need to earn and redeem points. Your savings go right into your PayPal account or are sent to you in the form of cash or a pre-paid merchant or Visa gift card.

Want to get in on the action? Check out the latest rebate apps and websites. Read more

How to block calls and texts on your smartphone

Electronics
By Isabel Eva Bohrer on March 19, 2013 in

block unwanted texts and calls

Whether it's a former boyfriend, girlfriend or a persistent telemarketer, unwanted calls and texts can be a pain, and depending on your cellphone plan, an added expense. Thankfully, there are ways to block these calls or at least find out who is pestering you. The following apps and services will help limit the ringing of your cellphone. Availability may vary according to your cellphone model and carrier.  Read more

What you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone

Electronics
By Molly McLaughlin on March 15, 2013 in

Samsung Galaxy S4

Last night, Samsung held a splashy event at Radio City Music Hall for its latest smartphone, the Galaxy S4. Emceed by Broadway actor Will Chase, who like every New York actor has appeared on an episode of Law & Order, the event featured a number of theatrical sketches that demonstrated some of the S4's new features. Understated, it was not. While the press filled the theater, thousands were watching the livestream of the event on jumbotrons in Times Square and on YouTube. After the presentation, we had the opportunity to try out pre-production units. Here's what you need to know.

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9 cool, strange and innovative mobile trends at #MWC13

Electronics
By Molly McLaughlin on March 5, 2013 in

Smartphone and tablet cases from Belkin #MWC13

Smartphones and tablets and phablets and apps; that's all that occupied my mind last week at the 2013 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, a tradeshow that attracted more than 72,000 visitors from over 200 countries. It was a busy several days, as multitudes of products were launched and myriad trends were spotted. We've already looked at what the Twitterverse took in; here's a sampling of what @MollyMobile saw. (At left are some cool cases and tablet keyboards from Belkin.) Read more

4 ways to send gifts right from your smartphone

Electronics
By Isabel Eva Bohrer on February 15, 2013 in

gift apps`

Always shopping for gifts at the last minute? We've already covered the ways that you can order and send gifts via social media, but what could be easier than doing the same on your smartphone or tablet? Here are 4 apps that will help you get gifts on time, even if you procrastinate. Read more

Mobile money: 4 apps that pay back

Electronics
By Isabel Eva Bohrer on February 8, 2013 in

money!

Most people see their smartphones and tablets as another expense. But now, your beloved devices can actually help you make money. Whether it is by filling out surveys, taking product photos or signing up for a gig in your city, the following apps can put some change in your pocket. Read more

Navigating the world of mobile apps

Electronics
By Lori Soard on February 6, 2013 in

Mobile apps

If you recently acquired a new smartphone or tablet, but find yourself a bit lost as to which apps would be best to download, you aren't alone. "I love my new iPhone, but there are so many app choices that I didn't even know where to start at first," says Jen Conner, an iPhone owner from Indianapolis.

According to Apple, in 2012 nearly 20 billion apps were downloaded by their customers. "The revolutionary App Store offers more than 775,000 apps to iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users in 155 countries around the world, with more than 300,000 native iPad apps available."

With so many different apps available, if you've never used a tablet before, then you may be unsure of which apps would be best to download. Since some apps cost money, and all apps take up space on your device, you don't want to just start downloading hundreds of apps without knowing which ones are best for beginners. Read more

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