Section: Web, Web 2.0 / Social Networking, Web Apps, Google Still depressed that you don’t have a Google Wave invite? Still confused about what, exactly, Google Wave allows you to do? Well, there’s always Google’s other useful for collaboration tool and cloud word processor, Google Docs. Google today decided to make the whole service easier for those who use it to store multiple files that are also on local computers, or who share a number of documents with others. The new Google Docs features will allow users to finally share files with one another. Just as in single documents, there’s a link to share whole folders now. The folders will be shared just as you see them, so just add a new file when you need to, or take another out when you don’t want it shared any more. It would make it much easier if there’s a lot of documents you share with the same people, so you won’t have to share them individually. Of course, you won’t be able to share everything that isn’t in a folder. The other new feature, which is more of a “why didn’t it do that before?” is batch uploading, so you no longer have to upload new files one by one into Google Docs. With Google trying to get a companies and schools to “Go Google,” the updates make a lot of sense. These are features that would be obvious for using Google Docs with a large batch of previous files and sharing a number of related files with groups of people. It might not make people look away from Google Wave for too long, but it is certainly a welcome addition to me, as someone who’s been using Google Docs as a collaborative tool for some time. Even if it is older and not in real-tie, Google Docs is still arguably better for collaboration than Google Wave, at least until someone builds a spreadsheet extension, and more people learn how to use Wave. Even still, Docs will still be of greater use to those who don’t need to collaborate. Read [Google Docs Blog] Full Story » | Written by Shawn Ingram for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Communications, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile  T-Mobile has yanked the Sidekick off its site and ordered stores to stop selling it following the latest in a series of technical woes affecting the popular device. Just over a week ago users found themselves unable to browse the web, connect to social networking sites, IM or even access their address books. That outage lasted nearly a week, angering many, and just when things seemed to be back to normal, another outage hit, and this time the now red faced company announced that as a result thousands of Sidekick users had lost their personal data (photos, contacts, calendar entries, etc). This has infuriated users and given both the device and the company a black eye.
T-Mobile is pointing the finger at Microsoft, which is putting the blame on Danger, whose technology is behind the Sidekick. The company said a main database and its backup server both failed. Microsoft acquired the company last year. It's not clear when this latest glitch will be fixed, but the lost data is gone for good. T-Mobile issued an urgent warning to Sidekick users not to remove their batteries or let them drain fully or they may lose data as well. Halting sales of the Sidekick may have seemed like a smart move for T-Mobile - it's likely they decided adding new devices to the now fragile Sidekick network would have been another disaster in the making, but given the black eye the device now has, it wouldn't be surprising to see sales plummet once it's put back on sale. As far as current Sidekick users are concerned, T-Mobile is offering a month of free service to make up for all the problems. Read [CNet] Full Story » | Written by Sue Walsh for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Communications, Cellphones, Smartphones, Computers, Software / Applications Google's Android OS added in a Quick Search Box ("QSB") that searches everything on your Android phone as well as the web. When you type in a search item, results populate so you can just select the matching result. Additionally, if every time you type in "Ga" you are looking for your Gadgetell.com bookmark, Google's QSB will learn your behavior and will make it a top result. If you're thinking, "Hey, this is 2009. I don't want to do any typing!" - well, Google's got you covered with voice search as long as you search in English. Other applications (outside of official Google apps) will be able to add their suggestions to QSB. The QSB is located on the home screen for easy access or you can use the Search button on your keyboard (if you Android phone has one). This feature is available on Android 1.6. Read: [Google Mobile Blog] Full Story » | Written by Iyaz Akhtar for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Computers, Gadgets / Other The Slim Data USB card from Kempler & Strauss is a super thin storage drive that can have anywhere from 1 GB to 32 GB capacity. It is a plug and play card and has the same size and thickness as a credit card. This feature makes it easy to store in your wallet as you go place to place. It works with Mac, Windows and Linux based operating systems as well as USB 1.1 and 2.0 interfaces. It is a handy solution for individuals and businesses that need to bring their files on the go. Kempler & Strauss's slim USB data card has won the award for best novelty accessory at this year's CTIA. The card won the award after votes were cast by industry reporters and analysts. It is anticipated that the card will be a hot buy for the holidays. The most widely available version of the Slim Data USB card is the 4 GB and can be purchased from online retailers like Amazon.com. Retail price for the Slim Data 4 GB is $24.99. Read: [PR NewsWire]
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Section: Communications, Accessories, Reviews What is it? The VTech LS6245 is a DECT 6.0 cordless pone that can pair with up to 4 cell phones or headsets. It also acts as a landline phone and has a digital answering system. The base can handle up to 12 handsets. The MSRP is $79.95 for a base and handset package. Additional handsets cost $39.99. What's in the box? - Handset
- Base with answering machine
- Power supply
- Polishing cloth to remove fingerprints
- Phone cable
The Good The VTech LS6245 is flat out stylish with a very slick and glossy design. Instead of the usual buttons, the VTech handset and base are flat with a touch sensitive keypad and controls. Placing the handset at your ear actually locks the keypad so you don't end up dialing with your face. The speaker phone is good with a very loud speaker and good microphone. The menu options are clearly laid out so you can pair your phone quickly. The Bad Call volume on the handset was a bit low even when the the handset was on full volume. The In-Between If you like to hold a phone by crooking your neck and pinning the handset between your head and shoulder, this phone won't do too well. That being said, you could just pair a Bluetooth headset to avoid that whole thing. The VTech LS6245 lost connection with a paired cell phone during one test call, but that only happened once. The glossy design is pretty to look at, but if you hate fingerprints, be sure to keep that included polishing cloth handy. The Crux If you are a person who likes using a landline style phone or can't seem to find your cell phone when it rings, the VTech LS6245 is a good solution for that. Also, if you’re into extremely stylish gadgets, the VTech will fit into your decor easily. Product Page: [VTech LS6245] Full Story » | Written by Iyaz Akhtar for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Audio, Home Audio, Video, HDTV Much like when the original Western Digital WD TV Media Player was released last November, the new and updated version has also quietly slipped into Best Buy. The updated model has been dubbed the WD TV Live Media Player and is now priced 10 bucks less than the original at $119.99. In terms of features, the WD TV Live Media Player will allow you to hook it up to a computer or external hard drive and view stored videos or images as well as play music files on your HDTV. Additionally you can also connect to online sites such as YouTube, Flickr and Pandora. The WD TV Live Media Player ships with a compact remote and the necessary cables to include a composite AV cable, component AV cable and AC adapter. In terms of support, the WD TV Live Media Player offers Dolby Digital and DTS decoders, supports 1080p displays, has USB 2.0, HDMI and a standard Ethernet jack for connectivity. All things considered this looks like a nice option for those looking to be able to get content from a PC to a big screen. Of course, the critics will likely point out the lack of wireless connectivity and Netflix, that said you can always check out the Roku set-top box if that is what you are looking for. Product [Best Buy] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Apple, Communications, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile, Computers, Software / Applications, Web, Online Music/Video, Features, Podcasts, InterrupTech Welcome back to InterrupTech where we catch you up on the most important tech stories. This week there's plenty to cover: The best part about the show? Topics move quickly, but if you don't like a topic, just skip it. Keep an eye on that timer to help you along. Enjoy the show. Full Story » | Written by Iyaz Akhtar for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
Section: Gadgets / Other, ebooks, Green  Ebook readers are becoming more and more commonplace and it seems that just like everything else that trends, it eventually moves over to being able to function with an alternate power source. The latest in the lineup of solar powered devices is the Solar Cell ebook reader which comes courtesy of LG.
As of now the Solar Cell is still just in the prototype stage, but that said it does appear to be on the right track. Of course, in my opinion it would still need to be connected to a book store to see true success. The Solar Cell will have a 6-in TFT-LCD that can get an extra day of reading from roughly about four to five hours of sunlight. This extra juice comes by way of a thin-film 10-cm x 10-cm solar cell, which is said to have been designed specifically for the 6-inch display of this reader. The solar cell measures just 0.7mm in thickness and adds only an extra 20 grams to the overall weight. In other words, it is about as thick as a credit card and as heavy as a fountain pen. As you would expect, anything in terms of pricing and an actual release date have not yet been revealed. Read [LG Display] Via [OLED-Display.net] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 
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