When I’m shopping for consumer electronics, I usually have one of two motivations. I’m either looking for the best solution to an immediate problem or I’ve done some careful research to determine my next long term purchase. In the first case, I’m typically in a …continue reading

The iPod touch has been proclaimed one of the most successful portable media and gaming devices on the market, and for good reason. Powered by iOS, the iPod touch has virtually all the features of an iPhone in a relatively inexpensive and equally pocketable form. …continue reading

At some point we’ve all complained about iOS autocorrect. There’s even a website — damnyouautocorrect.com — dedicated to laughing at the worst autocorrect fails. However, it looks like Apple is planning on doing something about it in future iOS releases, and the beginning of that …continue reading

Seeking superior Siri sensation? Sincerely serious Siri specialists scrutinize services so sweating squares see sense!

Apple’s current television advertising campaign shows us smiling, tech-savvy people going about their daily iPhone 4S-enriched lives made easier by utilizing the new voice-interactive Siri virtual assistant. Is Siri all …continue reading

The iPad has exploded in popularity over the past year as many professionals have adopted the tablet as a primary means of doing business. Not only is it exceptionally portable, making it easy to read and respond to important emails and other documents while commuting, …continue reading

When Apple announced the iPhone 4S, few changes made more waves than Siri. Siri is a virtual assistant that utilizes Wolfram Alpha and Wikipedia to answer just about any question the user has. It also enables you to schedule reminders, make appointments, set timers, control …continue reading

If you own a new iPhone 4S, you’ve probably had the chance to enjoy the services of Siri, the virtual assistant that Apple recently included with the device. But you may have also noticed that your new friend, while being able to help you with …continue reading

Mint.com has long been the go-to Web site for money management. Whether you want to track where all your money is being spent, create budgets for different things, track the paying of your student loan debt, or help yourself save up for that tropical vacation, …continue reading

With the recent iOS 5 update, many people who enjoy their iOS devices jailbroken are holding off on the upgrade due to the lack of an untethered jailbreak. While it’s true that an untethered solution (which means you can reboot your device freely, rather than …continue reading

Square is my second-most favorite creation by Jack Dorsey — who, if you didn’t know, also co-founded Twitter (which is, of course, my first-favorite). Square is a mobile credit/debit card reader for iOS devices, and along with the app, you can use Square to …continue reading

Haroonbannu, a member of our LockerGnome community, asks:

“Is there an app for improving your sex life? With gazillions of apps out there, chances are there are a couple of them designed to flare it up a bit. Has anybody ever come across one?”

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Making music can be fun. Whether you have no formal training or you went to Juilliard, you probably sing in the shower — if not habitually, at least once in a while. Admit it! There’s no shame in that confession. Maybe you even brave the …continue reading

The iPhone 4S may not have been the revolutionary update iPhone owners were expecting, but there were quite a few updates that absolutely change the overall user experience. The question potential upgraders have to ask themselves is whether or not these changes are significant enough …continue reading

There seems to be a bandwagon mentality across social networks when it comes to bashing a new gadget. If the general consensus is that the gadget is a great step, people clamor to sing its praise across various discussion threads, typically repeating the same basic …continue reading

Apple’s AirPlay feature for iOS 5 is pretty impressive. Without any cables, you are able to stream video and share your screen from your iOS device right to your big-screen TV or projector. The interface and connectivity itself may need a few touchups (hopefully through …continue reading

There are few times throughout the year that are more fun to take photos than during Halloween. Some people come up with the craziest costume ideas, and the addition of alcohol (or even just lots of sugar) can create some truly picture-perfect moments. If you …continue reading

If you have an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch, you’ve likely already heard about and upgraded to iOS 5. The latest version of Apple’s mobile OS is packed with new features and functions — including some that aren’t obvious. Want to take advantage of the …continue reading

Have you ever envisioned a future where your smartphone or tablet can control your home? What about using your smartphone at the office to set the thermostat in your home, guaranteeing you save energy yet return to a comfortable environment after a long day at …continue reading

Starbucks is back to offering apps for iOS users as Picks of the Week. These “picks” debut every Tuesday and have previously been limited to songs that can be downloaded for free using iTunes. Several weeks ago Starbucks announced that it will be releasing a …continue reading

Who doesn’t love a good garage sale? There is something thrilling about finding a book or collectable you’ve been looking for for years — and of course, it’s gratifying to sell it, too. A new app call Rumgr recreates the feeling of a garage …continue reading

Contrary to popular belief, some of the biggest announcements made by Apple Tuesday don’t relate directly to the iPhone at all. The iPod touch and iPod nano have both received some pretty handsome upgrades of their own.

The iPod nano will be …continue reading

Apple announced on Tuesday a new version of its popular iPhone product line, including several key updates to the processor and camera. One of the biggest updates came in the form of a piece of software known as Siri, an artificial intelligence that acts as …continue reading

Of all the announcements made by Apple Tuesday, one in particular stands out as potentially being the most incredible. Apple fans around the world tuned in to live streams, blogs, and their Twitter feeds to find out all about the new iPhone 4S, a significant …continue reading

Real Steel, a story set in the near-distant future where humanoid robots do battle in a giant ring, is arriving at US theaters in October. That doesn’t mean you have to wait until October to experience these 2,000 pound robots doing battle in various arenas. …continue reading

Tim Cook, the new CEO of Apple, took the stage at Apple’s famed Town Hall room in Cupertino, CA today. His mission: to unveil the brand new iPhone 4S, the latest edition of the popular smartphone. He didn’t come out in the traditional turtle neck …continue reading

Apple’s October 4th “Let’s Talk iPhone” announcement was largely underwhelming, focusing on recapping Apple’s market share in various areas and reminding you of all the features of iOS 5 at first, then launching into the new iPhone 4S, which features mostly incremental upgrades without any …continue reading

The beauty of iOS devices is they can do so much, practically replacing the need for any other gadget. Not only does the built in camera replace the need for a camera, or the built in iPod into the iPhone replace the need for any …continue reading

Yes, the iPhone 4 has been out for ages and so has the Mophie Juice Pack Air, a case designed for the iPhone 4 that includes a rechargeable battery that extends the life of your phone considerably. Until recently, the idea of doing a review …continue reading