Video recap of the NYC and SF Mobile Nations reader meetups
Check out this video recap of our most recent reader meetups in New York City and San Francisco.
All Articles by Mark Guim
Switch to iPhone
8 easy ways to make iPhone X more Microsoft-friendly
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Windows Phone is dead, so I switched to an iPhone X. The experience is surprisingly great for people who use many services from Microsoft. Here are eight ways I use my new iPhone X as a 'Microsoft Phone.'
More is better
This SanDisk case lets you add more storage to your iPhone
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You can upgrade your iPhone with the SanDisk iXpand Memory Case. It lets you add up to 128GB of extra storage to your iPhone 6 or 6S, so you can take more photos, watch more videos, or listen to more music. The case also lets you attach a 1900mAh battery pack to boost your phone's battery life. Watch our hands-on video for a closer look.
Instatweet
How to auto-post your Instagram photos as Twitter photos
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I love sharing photos on Instagram, and 300 million other users feel the same, but I don't like the fact that my Twitter followers can't preview the image directly from my timeline. Instagram has disabled photo integration with Twitter, but there's a workaround.
Transformer for your face!
Hands-on with the GoTech Ion foldable selfie stick
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Own a selfie stick? You might want to replace it with the GoTech Ion. This selfie stick fits easily in a pocket or small pocketbook. It folds into less than 8 inches but stretches to 35 inches when it's time to take those fabulous selfies. It makes selfies even more convenient. Watch our GoTech Ion hands-on video to see it in action. Most selfie sticks in the market have to be...
Custom offline mixes
Here's an early preview of MixRadio on iPhone
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MixRadio, a popular music-streaming service on Windows Phone is heading over to iOS and Android very soon. We got our hands-on the Android version earlier this week, but now we have early access to the iOS app, too. It's not finished yet and it's currently in private beta, but we like what we see so far. Want to see it action? Check out our hands-on video. Windows Phone fans who...
Watch this
Hands-on with Smart kapp, the connected erase board
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If your office or school frequently uses dry-erase boards, then you need to check out Smart kapp. All your ideas and notes can be saved directly to your device. Just scan the QR code or tap the NFC sign at the bottom of the board to connect your phone. You can also share your notes in real time by sharing a link to other users. The 4-inch version of the SMART kapp is now available in...
iPhone Camera Accessories
Early look at the BeastGrip Pro for your iPhone
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Heard of BeastGrip? Our sister site, Windows Central, had high praises for this camera lens adapter and rig system for smartphones. The company gave us an early look at their latest product: the BeastGrip Pro. Just like the original BeastGrip, it lets you attach standard conversion lenses and other accessories to your phone. Take a look at our hands-on video. The iPhone 6 Plus was...
Works with iPhone
Here's how to connect the Microsoft Band with the iPhone
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What makes the Microsoft Band really cool is that it supports multiple platforms. It works with iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. If you have an iPhone, then we're here to show you how to set up the Band with it. We'll run you through it in the video up top, but read on for step-by-step instructions. Connect the magnetic charging connector on the USB charging cable to the charging...
Hands on!
Watch Osmo, the iPad, and the real world collide!
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Osmo (playosmo.com) is a hardware gaming device for kids that connects to any iPad. They have just started shipping after getting more than $2 million in pre-orders from over 2,000 schools. How does it work? It turns physical objects and interactions into digital game elements. You need to see it to believe, so go watch the demo on video. An important piece of Osmo is the reflector...
Even smarter
We go hands-on with the ecobee3 smart thermostat
Earlier this month, ecobee has introduced the ecobee3 smarter wi-fi thermostat and wireless remote sensors. What makes it stand out is that it can measure temperature and occupancy in multiple locations, resulting in increased comfort when you're home and energy savings when you're away. We got up close and personal with the ecobee3 on Monday. Go watch the video! The ecobee3...
Connected cars
Connected technology comes standard in Volvo's 2015 lineup
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Volvo (volvocars.com), the Swedish automaker, has just announced that their new 2015 models will include the company's Sensus connectivity and infotainment system as standard. This includes the 2015.5 Volvo S60, V60, XC60, S80, and XC70. Volvo's Sensus Connect system includes smartphone connectivity through a free app called Volvo On Call. It's available on iOS, Android, and Windows...
Rode announces the new iXY microphone for iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, and iPhone 5c
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The Rode iXY that launched in early 2013 was the world's first microphone for iOS devices. It has won several awards and has become popular with audio professionals and enthusiasts. On Monday, Rode has updated the product with a Lightning connector to support the iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, and iPhone 5c. It retains the same high-quality recording performance at sample rates up to 24-bit/96kHz...
Withings Smart Body Analyzer WS-50 unboxing and setup
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I want to lose weight and track my progress along the way. Sure, there are several scales available, but this is MobileFit month. I decided to check out the Withings Smart Body Analyzer (WS-50). It measures weight, body composition, heart rate and air quality. Withings has also partnered with hundreds of compatible apps such as RunKeeper, MyFitnessPal, and LoseIt. Want to see what you...
You can now pre-order a Kolibree, the first connected electric toothbrush
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Kolibree, the world’s first connected electric toothbrush, is now live for pre-orders on Kickstarter. Funds raised from Kickstarter supporters will be used to manufacture and distribute Kolibree’s connected toothbrush, starting with a limited rollout in June and wide distribution worldwide starting in the U.S. and Europe in late Q3/early Q4 2014. We got a chance to see it in person...
Hands on with Tiffen Steadicam Curve for GoPro HERO
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Tiffen has announced the availability of its new Steadicam Curve for GoPro HERO cameras at CES 2014. It’s now available for $99.95 USD. Designed for action-packed, one-handed GoPro HERO camera shoots, the Steadicam Curve weighs just a half-pound. With its portability, you can create some really interesting action shots. The Steadicam CURVE lets GoPro HERO users shoot shake-free video...