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Qualcomm is updating the Toq software to include voice to text for SMS to the mix. No longer will you have to type on your smartphone when a text needs to be answered – simply tap the microphone icon on the Toq and say what’s on your mind. Nuance’s speech-to-text technology will do the rest…
Now that it’s “lost” its Devices division to Microsoft, Nokia is looking elsewhere for business. And it wants to explore other growing markets, like connected cars. To that end, the Finns are launching a $100 million venture fund to invest in auto technology companies across the globe. They are looking for promising startups and auto…
Apple may be facing one legal hurdle as it tries to enter the wearables market. Switzerland-based Swatch secured the name for iSwatch and since it [name] is pretty similar to “iWatch,” it could cause enough customer confusion to prevent the Cupertino giant from securing the trademark. Yeah, we know – people looking to buy Apple’s…
Now that its devices unit has been sold to Microsoft, Nokia is free to conquer other platforms. And it’s actively working for developers to help it port HERE maps to iOS and Android. In two separate job listings, the Finns are looking for experienced developers who will not only make HERE apps for the two…
BlackBerry is down but not out, and a new peek at the upcoming BlackBerry 10.3 update proves that the almost defunct handset maker is pulling out all of the stops in order to safe the struggling company. While there have been rumors of just what BlackBerry will be packing into the updated OS, nary a…
Motorola’s Moto G successor will indeed be named the Moto E, a newly discovered document confirms. According to a trade report from Zaiuba, Motorola has imported 1,300 of the Moto E (model number XT1022) from China, with 4GB of internal storage and a price tag of $106. That’s even lower than the price of Motorola’s…
Google Maps for iOS and Android has been updated today adding a ton of awesome new features to the app. Thanks to Google’s handy update, Google Maps will now show you the time of the last train home, when last call is at your local watering hole and even results for Uber rides right alongside transit directions.…
If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your iPhone now is a great time to do so! Target is offering some great deals on the iPhone 5C and iPhone 5S from today, May 6th until this upcoming Saturday, May 20th. This time around, Target is offering savings for customers who would like to purchase an iPhone…
Microsoft has started sending out invites for a “small gathering” taking place on May 20th in the New York City. During the upcoming Surface-themed event we expect to see the new Microsoft tablet unveiled. Yup, we’re hoping to see the Surface Mini which will run the full-blown Windows 8 rather than Windows RT. Or we…
In an effort to make its Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo smart watches more appealing to the general public, Samsung included support for the standard 22mm band. This in turn allows users to easily swap the band to suit their style at any given moment. To promote this feature, the Korean company shared several…