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Global mailbox shipments decreased by more than 4 million during the first six months of 2009, according to a report from T3i Group.
Paragon Software Releases Backup and Recovery Solution
Paragon releases a solution for backup and recovery and a system upgrade utilities product designed to help cost-conscious businesses migrate to Windows 7.
Law Firm Proposes Class-Action Suit for Blocked Xbox Live Users
A boutique Texas law firm establishes a forum for Microsoft Xbox 360 owners who feel they were unfairly banned from the company's Xbox Live service, in the interest of filing a class action suit against Microsoft.
Cloud Engines Offers Updated Pogoplug Media Sharing Device
The candy-colored Pogoplug media sharing device allows users to access media files from other computers or even the Apple iPhone.
Why E-Readers, MP3 Players and Other Single-Purpose Devices Are Endangered Species
Throughout the history of technology, there have been devices that have revolutionized how people used technology by providing a unique capability. But when these devices only do one thing, no matter how well they do it, their lifespan is often short. This is usually because their core functionality quickly becomes a feature of devices that are more popular and can do more than just one thing. Looking back, it's easy to see this in action, from devices that were once ubiquitous and are now extinct to current product categories that are on their way out to new, exciting devices that are destined to become a feature checklist of next-generation smartphones. So take a look at this list of the dismal past, sad present and unpromising future of single-purpose devices.
Spiceworks Launches Green Power Manager Plug-in
Spiceworks and Intel help budget-conscious businesses go green with a downloadable Power Manager plug-in that regulates computer power consumption.
Smartphone Sales Drive Nonvoice Communication, Study Finds
The proliferation of smartphones is increasing the propensity of consumers to use nonvoice communication, a study by BIA/Kelsey finds.
Motorola Droid Takes Aim at iPhone with Google Mobile Services
The Motorola Droid has been touted as a potential iPhone killer by any number of reviewers since its Nov. 6 debut, and the device does indeed offer many features that could allow it to seize substantial market share in the smartphone arena. The Droid runs the Google Android v2.0 operating system, which integrates services such as Gmail, YouTube and easy access to Amazon.com's MP3 Store. For those who use their smartphones as a productivity platform, the Droid offers a good deal of functionality in that department. For business users, the Droid offers up integration with Exchange 2003 and 2007, as well as the ability to view Microsoft Office and PDF documents. Its Google Maps Navigation beta offers voice-guided navigation, while the 5-megapixel integrated camera includes auto-focus and the ability to edit images. The following slides delve into these features and more.
Motorola Droid, HTC Droid Eris Could Be the Droids You're Looking for
NEWS ANALYSIS: The Motorola Droid and the HTC Droid Eris present a lot for the typical smartphone user to like, including crisp call quality and excellent battery life. A few kinks aside, the Google Android operating system seems versatile and able to handle most minute-to-minute needs in the productivity, communication and entertainment qualities. Despite a few form-factor issues that could make the smartphones off-putting to some users, both Droids come closest to being the long-predicted & iPhone killer.&
Sony Says E-Reader Shipments May Miss Holidays
Sony announces the Wi-Fi enabled Daily Edition e-reader, but notes the device may not ship in time for Christmas.
Ke Solutions Offers E-Commerce Solution for Cost-Conscious Businesses
Ke Solutions offers several levels of Website development and support packages aimed at providing budget-conscious companies with a user-friendly approach to Web design.
Netgear Offers ProSafe Wireless-N Dual-Band Access Point
Netgear offers cost-conscious businesses expanded work force mobility with the ProSafe Wireless-N Dual-Band Access Point, available for $429.
Apple, China Mobile Still in Talks Over iPhone
At the GSM Association's Mobile Asia Congress, China Mobile's CEO says his company is still in talks with Apple to bring the iPhone to the Chinese market.
Xactly Offers Self-Service Application for Salesforce CRM
Xactly is offering a free, 30-day trial with the release of Incent Express, a sales compensation application aimed at cost-conscious businesses.
IT in Manufacturing Hit Hardest by Recession, Report Says
A survey of cost-conscious business owners suggests the sluggish economic recovery is negatively impacting IT projects across several vertical markets.
New Oxford Dictionary Names 'Unfriend' Word of the Year
The ubiquitous social networking site Facebook becomes further ingrained in the cultural consciousness as & unfriend& is selected by the New Oxford American Dictionary's 2009 Word of the Year.
6Connex Releases Virtual Experience Platform 4.0
A virtual meeting platform from 6Connex helps cost-conscious businesses set up conferences and organize the promotion and marketing of products and solutions.
Wireline Data Spending Declines in Recession, Report Finds
The economic recession is taking its toll on wireline data spending among U.S. businesses, but is expected to rebound in the coming years, a report by In-Stat finds.
Apple Wins Lawsuit Against Psystar
Apple wins a copyright infringement claim against Miami-based Psystar, a company that had been selling PCs loaded with Mac OS X Leopard.
Global DataGuard Delivers Unified Security for Cloud Computing
Global DataGuard helps cost-conscious businesses secure their operations in the cloud with the impending release of its unified threat management solution.