Wednesday, November 16, 2011

drag2share: Google Voice for Android finally gets mass texting capabilities

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/google-voice-for-android-finally-gets-mass-texting-capabilities/

Google Voice for Android
Sweet jumpin' Jehoshaphat, it finally happened -- Google Voice for Android now supports sending text messages to multiple recipients. Being able to have a single, archived repository of texts is great, but it was always somewhat bewildering that while you could send a mass SMS from the website you were stuck sending out individual missives on the app. Today's update, version 0.4.2.38, finally gives Voice the power to spam your contacts -- a pretty basic feature that even the lowliest of feature phones enjoys. So what are you waiting for, head over to the Market to get the update now. How else are you going to let all 300 of your closest acquaintances know the next time you're DJing during happy hour?

Google Voice for Android finally gets mass texting capabilities originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Insert Coin: SeeMeCNC H-1 cuts entry price to the world of 3D printing

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/insert-coin-seemecnc-h-1-cuts-entry-price-to-the-world-of-3d-pr/

In Insert Coin, we look at an exciting new tech project that requires funding before it can hit production. If you'd like to pitch a project, please send us a tip with "Insert Coin" as the subject line.


Maybe it was the Turtle Shell racers, or the ability to crowdsource homes for crabs, but we're enthralled with the potential of 3D printers. Now, SeeMeCNC is looking to offer up its skeletal H-1 as "the most affordable" entry-level three-dimensional printer available. Its design roots come from the open source RepRap's latest self-replicating machine, the Huxley. However, there are a few differences here. SeeMeCNC has replaced several parts for injection molding, which apparently shaves a substantial chunk off the manufacturing costs. This includes using plastic roller bearings instead of metal bearings, while the machine has also been readjusted to inch measurements. Fans of the imperial system and 3D printing antics can peer beyond the break to judge whether the cut-price printer will still cut the mustard.

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Insert Coin: SeeMeCNC H-1 cuts entry price to the world of 3D printing originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:44:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Sony may be preparing an internet-based cable TV alternative

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/sony-may-be-preparing-an-internet-based-cable-tv-alternative/

We've officially entered the silly season of pre-CES rumors, so take this with a grain of salt, but the Wall Street Journal reports Sony has approached "several big media companies" about distributing their channels over the internet. This comes on the heels of its report on comments by CEO Howard Stringer about significant R&D efforts going into a "different kind of TV", and the four screen strategy Sony would like to implement. According to the report, Sony's idea is to offer small bundles of channels over the internet to its TVs, Blu-ray players, and the PS3. Still, cutting deals with companies like CBS, that doesn't want to jeopardize its cable and satellite TV-based revenue, could be difficult. As for the competition, similar rumors about Microsoft turned into an effort that mostly works with partners like Comcast, U-verse, and FiOS, while Google is also pursuing a route of adding to, but not necessarily replacing, cable TV. Sony has positioned itself well, adding IPTV services including sports to the PS3 and live TV tuning capability, and its tested the waters of going over the top before, but so far whether it will actually pursue this new plan is unknown.

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drag2share: Nook Newsstand getting Condé Nast publications (except Vogue)

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/nook-newsstand-getting-conde-nast-publications-except-vogue/

After all of our tablet stories, the first question people ask is "But will it run Vogue?" Fortunately for all of you who are desperate to strike a pose and let your bodies move to the music, it won't be long now. Condé Nast is bringing 17 of 18 titles to Nook Tablet, the only omission being Vogue; which is coming in early 2012. Until then, you'll be able to enjoy the rest of the publisher's stable including Glamour, GQ, Teen Vogue and The New Yorker from the end of November. You can purchase individual issues or an annual subscription, print subscribers will get the digital edition free of charge and anyone who does pay will get a fortnight's trial. The only downside to the trial is that it's significantly shorter than the three months offered by the same publisher on the Kindle Fire. There's plenty more details after the break, where we've got a press release all waiting for a closeup.

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Nook Newsstand getting Condé Nast publications (except Vogue) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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drag2share: Square adds customer loyalty and printable receipts to the mobile payment mix

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/square-adds-customer-loyalty-and-printable-receipts-to-the-mobil/

In case you haven't been paying attention, Square, the company that allows vendors to accept payments from various mobile devices, is starting to become a big deal. Now reporting days with over $11 million in transactions, the kids in San Francisco are looking to solve the pains of small business owners while driving repeat usage with a new opt-in customer loyalty system. Coming in the form of a software update, version 2.2 will empower merchants to track repeat visitors and offer sweet incentives to their regulars. For consumers, you'll be capable of seeing these discounts from within the Card Case app, along with letting your awesome presence be known to the shopkeeper -- so, don't be surprised when some owners come grovelin' at your feet. Not to become too futuristic, Square is also going old school with new features such as wireless control of cash drawers and receipt printing. After all, it's hard to look to the future without knowing from where you came.

Square adds customer loyalty and printable receipts to the mobile payment mix originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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