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MirrorLink connects cars and smartphones for smarter driving, and the Samsung Galaxy S III will support it

Mr.Geek — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:57 +0000

Automotive companies have embraced the advantages of smartphone technology; however, it’s been a treacherous road to navigate. Carmakers like the idea of apps improving technology, but they aren’t too keen on encouraging drivers to be distracted. The Car Connectivity Consortium, made up of various auto and electronic manufacturers, has joined together to establish an industry standard for certifying apps and devices that are both safe and useful for drivers. That standard is MirrorLink. MirrorLink is a system that connects smartphones with in-car “infotainment” systems and select aftermarket stereos. Phones connect via USB cable, and the MirrorLink-enabled car or radio automatically detects that a dashboard of approved car apps should appear.

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Chevy GogoLink pairs Spark, Sonic cars and phones for navigation, calls, and media control

Mr.Geek — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:11:56 +0000

Chevrolet has reinforced its place in the smartphone-meets-automobile world with Gogolink , an app and service that connects phones and in-car displays via Bluetooth or USB. Using the MyLink “infotainment system” – really, Chevy? – that comes standard on certain models of the Chevrolet Spark and Chevrolet Sonic, the app makes it possible to extend certain features of a smartphone to a larger screen that’s easier to operate. Gogolink has a focus on driving through 3D maps and the ability to get live traffic updates on crashes, road closures, and alternative routes. The maps can be stored for offline use if things get too hectic. And if you need directions for local emergency services or something less hectic like a restaurant, that’s available too

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Is this the iPad 3's Retina Display?

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:44:48 +0000

The purported screen of an iPad 3 unit, nabbed by MacRumors. (Credit: MacRumors ) Pictures of purported parts of upcoming iPads, iPhones, iPods, and iAnythings are the norm, but perhaps not quite as interesting as this latest one.

The Evolution of Mac OS, From 1984 to Mountain Lion

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:03:59 +0000

Since the release of System 1 in January 1984, Apple has played an integral role in designing and implementing the graphical user interface (GUI) as we know it.

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Apple 'working on' ARM laptop; bad news for Intel, says analyst

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:21:44 +0000

Will Apple come out with a MacBook Air that uses the same kind of chip the iPad does? An analyst claims it's an active project at Apple.

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How to get top dollar for your used iPad 2

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:52:40 +0000

If you're thinking of unloading your old iPad to help cover the cost of a new one, it's time to start thinking about where and how you'll sell it.

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Apple's iPhone loses China market share

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:23:35 +0000

HONG KONG/BEIJING (Reuters) – Apple Inc's share of China's booming smartphone market slipped for a second straight quarter in October-December, as it lost ground to cheaper local brands and as some shoppers held off until after the iPhone 4S launch last month. China, the world's largest mobile phone market, has not been easy for Apple, which is grappling with a lawsuit from a local firm over the …

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Examination of iPad 3 Screen Reveals Retina Goodness

Mr.Geek — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:20:17 +0000

For months now, it has been a foregone conclusion that the iPad 3 will feature a high-resolution retina display. Now further evidence has surfaced, this time with an examination of one of the screens.

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Mac OS X 10.8 requirements omit more Intel Macs

Mr.Geek — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:21:58 +0000

Will your current Mac meet the system requirements for running OS X Mountain Lion? Originally posted at MacFixIt

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Apple Mac OS X 'Mountain Lion' takes more bites out of iOS

Mr.Geek — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:03:17 +0000

Apple's giving developers a preview of the next version of Mac OS X today called Mountain Lion. The software, due out this summer, once again brings over features from Apple's iOS.

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