PiPhone: A Raspberry Pi Powered DIY Cellphone
We have seen many innovations in the handset arena recently, from unique hardware to highly affordable units. David Hunt has now plugged a Raspberry-Pi together with some off-the-shelf hardware to create a fully-functional DIY cellphone.
Average Mobile Data Consumption Doubled In U.S. During 2013
Every year, with faster connectivity options and better smartphones, we are getting used to increasingly greater amounts of mobile data usage. A report now reveals that average data consumption of U.S. cellphone users nearly doubled during 2013.
Using Cellphones More Frequently Leads To Greater Anxiety, Says Study
Cellphones have become an essential part of our lives today. However, depending on technology so much has its side-effects. A new study suggests that people who use cellphones more frequently suffer from greater degrees of anxiety.
Scientists Making Mobile Phone Charger That Uses Urine
Earlier we have seen new technology to charge mobile phone with shoes or a special device that can fully recharge cellphone just in 20 seconds. And now scientists are heading towards a breakthrough. Now scientists are trying to develop such a technology that will able to charge mobile phones with human urine!
Study: Speech-to-text Technology Distracts Motorists While Driving
In order to avoid road accidents, for a long time drivers have been advised not to text anyone while driving. But as people have found not interested to restrain themselves from texting while driving, so to keep their eyes focused on road, hands-free texting using voice-operated technology have been legalized. Recently, a study has found that speech-to-text technologies are more distracting than talking to other passengers in the car.
Recharge Your Cellphone In Just 20 Seconds!
Every mobile needs to be recharged to keep it active. But it usually takes hours to fully charge the phone. An 18-year old Indian girl named Eesha Khare has made such a device that can fully recharge your cellphone just in 20 seconds!
Study: Voice Apps Don’t Make Texting While Driving Any Safer
In order to avoid road accidents, for long time drivers have been advised not to text anyone while driving. But almost no one seemed to follow that advice. As people were not able or not interested to restrain themselves from texting while driving, so to keep their eyes focused on road, hands-free texting using voice-operated technology was legalized. Recently a study has found that drivers who use a voice recognition application to compose their text messages are just as distracted as drivers who choose to manually text while driving.
Apple Patent Shows Pen PC With Cellular And GPS Features
Apple has been awarded a patent of pen-shaped device that works as a portable, wireless computer. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted the patent named “portable computers” initially in 2011, but re-examined and approved again after Apple added descriptions about wireless and cellular features. The device looks like a pen computer with a built-in screen that can display e-mails, text message, and voice data.
North Korea Terminates Mobile Internet Access For Foreign Visitors
At a time of heightened tension between North Korea and South Korea and the U.S., the North Korean government has cut mobile internet access for foreign visitors. The decision came in less than a month after the reclusive regime opened mobile internet access for visitors.
T-Mobile Shifts To No-Contract Model For Good
Earlier this month, we reported about T-Mobile’s possible shift to no-contract wireless plans. T-Mobile has completely switched to contract-free plans yesterday, as speculated.
Rumor Says T-Mobile May Move To No-Contact Model
According to TmoNews, T-Mobile may move to a contract-free model from March 24. The announcement may come as early as today.
$100 SpareOne Emergency Cellphone Powers Up With AA Battery
California-based mobile maker SpareOne introduced an emergency low-powered cell phone under its brand name at the CES 2013. The best thing about this cell phone is users simply can put one AA battery in the back of the phone and make calls for up to 10 hours. To grab customers’ attention, SpareOne has again showcased this phone at MWC 2013.
Study: Using Cellphone While Driving Leads To Other Risky Habits
In many countries, talking over cellphone or texting someone while driving is prohibited. Most states in the U.S. have passed laws in order to prohibit use of cellphone while driving. Still many people are found texting or talking over phone while driving. A new study has found that people who do multitask during driving tend to engage in other risky behaviors while driving.
Samsung Hopes To Ship 510 Million Phones In 2013
Samsung recently surpassed Nokia to take the crown of the world’s largest phone vendor, in terms of sales volume. The company expects to continue its momentum and sell a whopping 510 million phone during the next year.
Two Verizon Staffs Arrested For Stealing A Local Waitress’ Nude Pics
Two Verizon cellphone salesmen in Polk County have been fired from job and police arrested them. Why? Because they stole nude photographs from a customer’s phone and passed it to others.
