Optimus G Pro deep-dive review: A supersized smartphone done right

LG's new Optimus G Pro smartphone brings a fresh dose of elegance to the supersized smartphone form. Could it be the new heavyweight champion?

By JR Raphael | 09 May, 2013 10:17

Tags: consumer electronics, at&t, Android, smartphones

Samsung Galaxy S4 deep-dive review: A real-world evaluation

Some things in this world need no introduction. The Samsung Galaxy S4 is not one of those things.

By JR Raphael | 29 April, 2013 15:24

Tags: consumer electronics, Samsung Electronics, Android, smartphones

Stupid user tricks 7: True tales of extreme brain fail

Ah, users -- if it weren't for them, technology would work so well.

By JR Raphael | 15 April, 2013 14:25

Tags: american express, Trademark Productions, business management

HTC One deep-dive review: A smartphone that flirts with perfection

HTC's just-released Android smartphone, the HTC One, offers high-quality hardware, an outstanding camera and stunning design. But the device isn't without its drawbacks.

By JR Raphael | 12 April, 2013 16:09

Tags: consumer electronics, htc, at&t, Android, smartphones

Chromebook Pixel review: A luxury laptop for life in the cloud

A deep-dive review of Google's new Chromebook Pixel laptop, which has high-quality hardware and an amazing touch-based display -- and a few limitations. So at $1,300, is it the laptop for you?

By JR Raphael | 27 February, 2013 19:56

Tags: Google, hardware systems, software, laptops, operating systems

In Pictures: Android lock screen widgets, 20 excellent options

Android 4.2 lets you put widgets on your lock screen -- so which apps make the most of the feature?

Business Roundtable backs CISPA approach to cybersecurity

A cybersecurity proposal released Wedneday by the influential Business Roundtable supports many of the provisions contained in the controversial Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) that was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives last year.

By JR Raphael | 10 January, 2013 11:14

Tags: Cybercrime and Hacking, security, cyberwarfare, intel

SwiftKey Flow review: The Android keyboard you've been waiting for

SwiftKey Flow combines outstanding word prediction with a top-notch interface and new slide-to-type functionality. Quite simply, typing on Android doesn't get much better than this.

By JR Raphael | 06 December, 2012 21:03

Tags: consumer electronics, smartphones, hardware systems, Android, Swift, tablets

HTC Droid DNA review: A superphone with flaws

HTC's new Droid DNA has some standout hardware elements, but the Android smartphone suffers from significant drawbacks that make it difficult to recommend.

By JR Raphael | 20 November, 2012 19:10

Tags: Mobile/Wireless, htc, consumer electronics, Networking, wireless, smartphones, Android, mobile

In Pictures: Android 4.2 - A visual guide to what's new

Google's Android 4.2 release brings bold new flavors to the Jelly Bean platform. Here's a look at the new and noteworthy features it'll bring to your device.

By JR Raphael | 20 November, 2012 08:50

Tags: Android 4.2, mobility, slideshow, smartphones, mobile solutions

Google Nexus 10 deep-dive review: Android, supersized

The Nexus 10 tablet brings the pure Google Android experience into a large-screen form. Here's an in-depth look at where it shines -- and where it falls short.

By JR Raphael | 09 November, 2012 21:30

Tags: Mobile/Wireless, Google, consumer electronics, Networking, wireless, smartphones, Android, mobile

Google Nexus 4 deep-dive review: Android at its best

Google's Nexus 4 offers outstanding hardware and an optimal Android experience, but it may require you to make a few compromises. Here's an in-depth look at the new flagship phone.

By JR Raphael | 07 November, 2012 17:52

Tags: Mobile/Wireless, Google, consumer electronics, Networking, wireless, smartphones, Android, mobile

Samsung Galaxy Note II review: Is bigger really better?

Samsung's Galaxy Note II is big, bright and powerful, with a number of new features. Here's an in-depth look at where it excels -- and where it falls short.

By JR Raphael | 24 October, 2012 13:18

Tags: Mobile/Wireless, consumer electronics, at&t, Networking, wireless, smartphones, Android, mobile

Motorola Droid Razr HD review: How phones should be built

Motorola's Droid Razr HD makes a lasting impression with its first-class build quality and outstanding battery life -- but the Android smartphone also has its fair share of flaws.

By JR Raphael | 22 October, 2012 17:52

Tags: Motorola, Mobile/Wireless, Networking, wireless, smartphones, Android, Motorola Mobility, mobile, Verizon Wireless, consumer electronics, Google

Samsung Chromebook review: Google's new $US249 computer

Google's new $US249 Samsung Chromebook finally gets the price right -- so what's the cloud-centric laptop actually like to use?

By JR Raphael | 19 October, 2012 14:41

Tags: Mobile/Wireless, Google, Networking, wireless, hardware systems, laptops, mobile, Best Buy