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Do you have trouble getting cell phone reception in your area? There is now a spray-on antenna that may help your reception. Demonstrated at Google’s “Solve for X” conference, a Utah start-up company, Chamtech Enterprises, has developed a “Spray-On Antenna Kit” that claims to increase your cell phone reception by 10%. The spray essentially covers a surface with thousands of nanocapacitors. The nanocapacitors then align together to create a wireless antenna for wireless devices. The company claims the spray could be used on a variety of surfaces like walls, trees, clothing and even underwear. (What kind of signal would you be sending from your shorts?)

Does it work? According to an article posted on Mashable, “Physorg reports that the company has conducted a number of tests, including one where they were able to send a VHF signal up to 14 miles away using only a tree that had been sprayed.” I can see this technology would have many practical applications (no pun intended). You could spray it on your cell phone directly to boost the signal, spray on the building or home where you have poor reception, or even spray it on the top of your car for a mobile antenna. According to an article posted by Gizmag, “The company ultimately sees the technology replacing some traditional antennas, eliminating the need for some of the often unsightly towers we use today. Initial tests have the spray-on technology often providing even better signal results than those traditional antennas, often making the spray-on option dramatically more efficient.” Unless this technology boosts the signal more than 10%, I don’t see this spray-on antenna replacing cell towers any time soon.

The company’s CEO, Anthony Sutera, gives a more detailed explanation of the spray-on antenna in the video below:



I love new technology, don’t you? Microsoft and Google are well known for supporting new technology. Microsoft actually gave a grant to someone for developing a way to charge your cell phone using dirt. AS we move into the future, technology will obviously play a big part in the ecology of our planet. I give kudos to all those inventors and also to the companies supporting them.

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Smartphone Battery Life... Who Wins?

You make a plan to meet up with your friends to show off the latest and greatest smartphone that you’ve just spent a small fortune on. Taking it out for all to view, you hit the power button. Nothing. In a mere few hours since buying the mobile device, the operating system used on the smartphone has drained it dry. To avoid this unfortunate situation, compare the iPhone battery to the Windows, Android and Blackberry batteries.

iPhone Battery Comparisons
Apple has made it one of their goals to produce devices with extended battery life times. The iPhone battery life has some of the longest talk times currently on the market. The Apple iPhone 4 has talk times between seven and fourteen hours depending on whether the 3G is turned on. This was an improvement over the iPhone 3 battery with average talk times between five and eight hours. However, the iPhone 4S has an average of six hours of talk time. It is potentially caused by the iOS 5 included on the device. Apple is expected to offer an update to correct this problem.

And the Rest…
Windows 7 phones use a single core processor which can reduce the drain on the battery life. The Samsung Focus S uses the Windows 7 operating system and users have been able to get as much as twelve hours of heavy usage out of the device before the battery has drained. The Blackberry battery life for the Bold 9780 is six hours of talk time and four hours of talk time on the Bold 9000. The Blackberry Torch battery has almost seven hours of talk time available. Although HTC devices have received some backlash, many of the Android devices from Samsung, Motorola and LG have talk time averages of eight hours or more.

Considerations
It is important to remember that battery power differs from device to device. For instance, numerous consumer complaints arose in regards to the HTC EVO battery. Reports came in that the Android device would not last throughout the entire day without the need to be recharged. Although this Android phone has poor battery power, other phones with Android are well-renowned for lasting hours upon hours. For instance, the Samsung Epic Touch has an Android-based OS and lasts for an impressive seven hours and twenty-two minutes of talk time.

Battery Life Tips
Want to make your iPhone, Samsung or Nokia battery last longer? Check out whether or not you are on your phone carrier’s 3G or 4G networks. Disabling this feature has the ability to more than double talk times on most smartphones. Also, Android phones are also set for the brightness to be displayed at the maximum levels and lagging times for sleep modes. Change these settings to increase standby and talk times for your Motorola Droid X Battery and LG Optimus and Samsung Galaxy batteries that rely on Android before use operating systems.

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Do you know what battery your MacBook needs?

The day has finally come. After years as a faithful companion, your MacBook battery has finally gone kaput. The typical first sign that a battery needs replacement is the time it holds a charge becomes shorter and shorter. As long as you don’t own a MacBook or MacBook Pro computer with non user-removable batteries, installation can be done at home.

MacBook Battery Selection
Although you can purchase an OEM battery replacement for your MacBook, the Apple brand product is likely to be expensive. Save money by considering an aftermarket replacement. Aftermarket replacements often have the same functionality as OEM batteries and cost a fraction of the price.

Double check that the battery you’re selecting is compatible with your model. To determine which type of MacBook battery to purchase, you’ll need to know the model and year of your MacBook. The MacBook and MacBook Pro use different batteries and the batteries aren't interchangeable. Also, you must know the release year of your Macbook or MacBook Pro. As an example, a 15" MacBook Pro battery from 2010 will differ from the battery for the 2011 release. Review the part number of the old battery printed on the body to ensure the replacement battery will work in your portable computer.

Replacement Steps
After you have found the right MacBook Pro battery, you can perform the steps to make the replacement. Removing and installing the new MacBook battery will only take a few minutes. However, for safety reasons, you should give the portable computer time to cool down. Unplug all cords and turn off the power before removing and installing the new battery.

For the 13" MacBook battery, begin by locating the access door on the back of the computer. Find the release latch above the battery compartment door and move to the open position. While the latch is released, tug at the battery tab gently to force the battery out of the computer. Keep the door open while you slip the new battery into the compartment. The battery must fit underneath the brackets surrounding the compartment of the computer. Press the battery into place and then shut the access door. The access door and battery tab must be alignment in order to properly close. Switch the latch to the closed position.

For the 15" MacBook Pro battery, you’ll follow the same steps to open the access door. However, to replace the battery in this portable computer you must insert the beveled edge of the battery while simultaneously holding the battery tab found in the compartment. Press the top of the battery to check for correct fit. Line up the tabs with the access door and adjust the door until it fits flush with the back cover of the MacBook. Move the lever to the close position to finish installation of the MacBook Pro battery.

Warning
It is essential to remember that users can’t replace the 13" MacBook Pro battery on their own. If you need servicing, take these devices to an authorized Apple repair station. Attempting to replace a MacBook battery that is inaccessible could void your warranty. Moreover, remember to follow your area’s guidelines on how to properly dispose of old MacBook batteries. Find local businesses that recycle old computer batteries and deposit them there.


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Did you buy a Motorola Droid RAZR when it came out in November? That’s too bad. Motorola has come out with a new version that puts the original Droid RAZR to shame. What’s the difference? Well the big difference is the battery. The original Droid RAZR only had a 1780 mAh battery. The Droid RAZR Maxx comes with an amazing 3300 mAh battery and is reported to give you 21 hours of talk time and could even give you up to 15 days of stand-by time between charges. Since both the Droid RAZR and Droid RAZR Maxx have batteries built in that cannot be replaced, the option of an extended battery for the Droid RAZR was possible. The new Droid RAZR Maxx has solved that problem.


The Droid RAZR Maxx is a bit thicker than the Droid RAZR. The original Droid RAZR was touted as the thinnest Smartphone on the market, only 7.1mm thick. As you can see from the photo below, the Droid RAZR had a bit of an odd shape, being thicker at the top to accommodate the camera. The Droid RAZR Maxx just basically filled in the gap, adding a bit of weight as well. The RAZR Maxx only weighs 5.1 ounces whereas the Droid RAZR only weighs 4.48 ounces. That’s a good thing, as the Droid RAZR was almost too light. It felt a bit insubstantial unless you purchased a Droid RAZR case. It's still wide (about 2.71 inches) and tall (more than 5 inches). That hasn't changed from the original Droid RAZR.


The Droid RAZR Maxx still comes with the Kevlar back and the Gorilla Glass. All in all, the Droid RAZR Maxx is pretty impressive with its LTE radio, 1.2GHz dual-core processor and 1GB of RAM. It comes with a 16GB MicroSD card (can be upgraded to 32GB) to compliment the 16GB internal storage. Both the Droid RAZR and the Droid RAZR Maxx have a 4.3" Super AMOLED Advanced Display. That sounds impressive, but it isn’t actually as slick as Samsung’s display. The 8.0 megapixel back camera is great and the phone also has a 1.3 megapixel front facing camera for video conferencing. This is something I have missed on my Droid X.

The Droid RAZR Maxx also has some nice new software and app features such as the Smart Actions. Similar to Tasker, Smart Actions lets you choose a set of rules that trigger particular actions. It’s a great way to manage your app behavior. All in all, this phone is looking pretty great. I am due for an upgrade from Verizon next month and unless something even greater comes out, this new phone has my vote. Sure, it’s pricey at $299, but I’m worth it.

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Apple has made claims that the iPhone 4S battery life will provide more talk time when compared to the original iPhone 4 battery life, however, the standby time will be worse on the new iPhone. It all depends on what you are planning on using the phone for in order to determine how long the battery is going to last. You have to remember that the new iPhone 4S has a dual processor versus a single processor in the original iPhone 4, thus accounting for differences in the battery life.

When put to the test, users reported an average battery life of just over nine hours on the iPhone 4S, but on the regular iPhone 4 it was about seven hours. If you are using the phone for video recording, you can expect about two hours out of the iPhone 4S and around 3 hours on the iPhone 4. Even though there are differences between the talk time and the amount of time you will be able to use the phones features, it all boils down to what you want to do with your phone.

Regardless of which phone you choose to use, you need to know that there are options available for you. Take the time to browse through all of the iPhone accessories to see which ones are going to provide you with the best possible benefits. The last thing anyone wants is to be stranded with no options for making a phone call. Even though you will never be able to have an exact battery length, you need to know that you have options to make sure that when your phone starts getting low you can recharge it in just a few minutes.

Car Charger
The iPhone car charger is one of the most common portable accessories you can purchase for your iPhone. This way all you need to do is plug it into your cigarette lighter or 12V accessory and your phone will be powering up in no time. It features a compact design and retractable cord that will make storage a breeze. The car charger will also protect your phone from accidental overcharging. Your phone will be completely charged within a couple of hours on average, depending on the charger you select.

Solar Charger
The iPhone solar charger is one of the newest inventions on the market for charging your iPhone battery. This fabulous piece of technology allows you to charge your phone anywhere there is light. You simply plug the charger into your phone and your iPhone will be completely charged in about four hours. Technology on the go has never been easier. As long as there is natural light your iPhone will be able to charge in no time at all through the power of the sun.

External Battery
Another option to extend the talk time in your phone is an iPhone external battery. You will be able to get additional talk time or video time when you have this handy little battery as a backup at all times. The iPhone accessories for batteries will extend the life of your battery by about 300 percent, which is going to add about 38 additional hours of use. The external battery will last you for about 500 recharging cycles, so you will have plenty of use in your external battery for the iPhone.

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Last week at the SIA Snow Show in Denver, ski glove maker Swany revealed a new Bluetooth ski glove. Yes, now you really can talk to the hand. The g.cell.gloves double can be paired up with your cell phone, keeping you warm and toasty while enabling you to talk on your phone. If you don’t like having a Bluetooth stuck in your ear, the new gloves may be just what you need.

The new Bluetooth gloves are a bit pricey. According to Andy Vuong, TechKnowBytes, “Swany executive Bill Dzierson said the g.cell, which launched in Europe this month, will be released in the U.S. in the fall. The price tag will be a cool $500. While there are helmets with built-in Bluetooth capability, Dzierson believes the g.cell is the world’s first ski glove phone.” The gloves vibrate when a call comes in. By tapping the right glove you can answer a call or make a call, listening and speaking through the glove’s thumb. You just hold the right glove up to your left ear. Hmmm… This will probably cause some strange looks on the slopes.

Watch the video to see it demonstrated:


Will the g.cell gloves keep you warm? Do the speaker and microphone stand up to winter icing on the slope? So are, Andy Vuong has only tested the gloves in the office where he found them easy to pair up with his iPhone 4, but hasn’t done an actual “slope test.” The concept is great. And of course this will allow you to keep your cell phone warm and dry by keeping it in an inside pocket of your ski jacket. (Cell phone batteries don’t like extreme cold.) Naturally you won’t be able to text with the gloves unless you have a speech-to-text app on your phone. But hey, at least you can make and receive calls. Don’t you just love new technology?

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There’s a new simplified cell phone that runs on a single AA battery. Amazingly, it is reported to last up to 15 years on standby on a single battery. It also is supposed to give you 10 hours of talk time. And the best part yet is that this little emergency phone is only $50.

Spare One is the first mobile phone to run off of a single AA battery. The AA battery is one of the most available batteries on the market. The Spare One is just a simple little phone, best used for emergencies. The small phone could be kept in a car, at home, or in a child’s backpack as a safety and security measure. An emergency number can be programmed into the center button, and the phone will make emergency calls without a SIM card. For regular use, it requires a SIM card which can be purchased at any GSM network carrier, like T-Mobile or AT&T here in the states.

Can you imagine being in an emergency with only your battery sucking Smartphone? Now there is an alternative. You can keep this simple little Spare One in the glove compartment of your car for just such an emergency. Of course you can also use AA rechargeable batteries in it, and there is even a AA battery charger with a car charging plug that you can keep in the car for emergencies as well.

Do you have an emergency plan? It’s a good idea to have a contact list for your family as well as an emergency meeting point in case you get separated. Along with emergency water, food, blankets, flashlight, and warm clothing, it might be a great idea to have one of these Spare One cell phones in the emergency pack as well. After all, if the power is out, you won’t be able to use your landline home phone, nor will you be able to charge your regular cell phone. Another good idea is to have a Universal DC to AC Car Charger Power Adapter to keep in your car. You can even plug in a laptop to your adapter and keep it charged, as well as portable radios, etc. Winter is coming and so are probable power outages. Be prepared.

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Last week the US Supreme Court made a huge mistake. The Court turned down two appeals from Pennsylvanian schools that were successfully sued by students who were suspended for derogatory social media activity. Apparently the Court decided it was okay for students to post fake profiles of their principals as sex addicts and drug users on MySpace. What is the Supreme Court thinking? Is it really condoning this form of cyberbullying? According to an article posted on ZDNet by Charlie Osborne, “The appeals court saw the cases as “vulgar, juvenile and nonsensical that no reasonable person could take its content seriously.” In addition, the activities did not take place on school grounds, and were outside of school hours.”


Social Media sites are now considered off campus and exempt from school punishment. This form of cyberbullying is frightening. With the Supreme Court turning down these appeals it is essentially approving the cyberbullying behavior. Okay, so it wasn’t done on campus or during school hours. That doesn’t make it acceptable. Perhaps the targeted parties need to sue the authors of the slander. For sure the suspended students’ parents need to reassess their children’s behavior rather than sue the schools. I have a hard time believing that society condones this behavior. I think there should be consequences for the bullies. The Supreme Court has failed us, basing decisions on a ruling from 1969 — which says schools cannot punish ‘non-disruptive’ speech. The laws need to be updated.

Cyberbullying has become epidemic. Between texting and sending private photos via cell phones and of course on Social Media sites, it is far too easy to damage someone’s reputation. Lives can be ruined or at the very least terribly disrupted. Do you think it is alright to gossip and slander someone online or via texting? This is not about 1st Amendment rights. This is about decency. Has society fallen so far from grace as to allow this kind of damaging behavior? If so, then shame on all of us.

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