In a previous life, I managed an iOS-focused site. Now, one of the glorious things about working at TechnoBuffalo is the ability to explore the bigger tech universe, but it’s hard to break old habits. Since I’ve gotten questions about what we could see in iOS 5, I’m going back to the old stomping grounds and throwing down my take on what is (and isn’t) on the menu for the next major...
T-Mobile's G-Slate with Google is the first 4G tablet computer to ship, believe it or not. Verizon's Motorola Xoom hasn't yet been upgraded to work with the carrier's LTE network, Sprint's WiMax-equipped HTC Evo View isn't shipping yet, and AT&T hasn't yet announced a 4G tablet. The LG-built G-Slate is also the first 8.9″ tablet to ship with Android 3.0 "Honeycomb," the first...
When I signed on as the Lifestyle Editor for TechnoBuffalo, there was one topic that I really wanted to dive into: Dating. I know, it may seem strange for a tech-oriented site, but hear me out. If compatibility is a key factor in couplehood, then for tech enthusiasts, it naturally follows that a romantic prospect that “gets” tech could be a great match. Take me, for example. I’m a bit...
In a report released to the public earlier this week, Jefferies & Co., a global securities and investment firm, made the bold proclamation that Apple is set to unveil a video-focused cloud service. According to Peter Misek, a leading analyst for the organization, Apple is planning to draw from its massive data center in North Carolina to offer a subscription plan that will compete...
Demystifying Tech is a new weekly series in which TechnoBuffalo’s staff deciphers the cryptic technology terms that are thrown around everyday. By attaining a higher knowledge of the specifications backing the latest gadgets, one is able to make educated decisions and construct substantial opinions about controversial and complex topics. Today, we’ll be briefly visiting the...
If analysts from Gartner are correct, the market dominating lead Apple has with the iPad just may be insurmountable for competitors. According to a report released by the leading analyst group today, they see the iOS operating system leading the tablet market through at least 2015, even though its total market share will continue to drop with each year. “Seeing the response from both...
Folks who have picked up the Motorola Xoom Wi-Fi have been hit with a bit of a puzzle in the form of the tablet having a SIM card slot, something that is only used with cellular services. It is not something you need for using Wi-Fi, so people have been left scratching their heads as to why it’s there. I hate to tell you, but my thinking is it’s not there for anything exciting as you...
Minecraft nerds, myself included, were pleasantly surprised today when several pieces of great news came from one of the game's core designers, Markus "Notch" Persson. Before we get to the news, I'm assuming some of you don't know what Minecraft is. This will be the first time I'm mentioning it on TechnoBuffalo, but I know others in our staff have played it. Here goes. Minecraft is a...
Introduction Name: Jon Rettingeraka: @Jon4Lakers Position: President What I Do in the Herd I’m the voice behind “What’s Up Everyone” in the TechnoBuffalo videos. Most of my day is spent on the business end of the company, but by far the highlight of herd-dom is the chance to get my professional geek on with the rest of the staff. Best Thing About Being in the Herd: The rare...
I’ve been covering Apple products for going on 15 years now, and using them for way longer than that. My elementary school had an Apple IIe with a monochrome green screen in the library. My high school newspaper was published on a fleet of Macintosh Plus, SE and Classics networked together via LocalTalk and an oft-preferable floppy disk based sneakerNet. So when I went off to college I...