Monday
Aug252014

Rogers and Fido offer in-store diagnosis with Device Tune-up

Rogers and Fido are trying to lessen the time you spend away from your smartphones with a new in-store offering. Device Tune-up service is a diagnostic tool that will let store reps solve your smartphone issues on the spot. Some of the services they offer include a diagnosis of the problems that may plague your device; secure your device and data; as well as wipe and back up your data if you’re passing on the device to someone. They will also help you transfer data from one device to another if you are upgrading. Of course, being able to transfer data is still dependent on what OS you are using and where your data is saved.

Monday
Aug252014

Dropbox adds search capability within Word and PowerPoint files on iOS app

 

Dropbox is making it easier for iOS users to search through weirdly named files with its new update. The version 3.3 update lets you search through Microsoft Word and PowerPoint files. The app now also supports larger GIFs. It also comes with a smarter caching system so your stored files take up less space on your iPhone or iPad.

Source: The Next Web

Monday
Aug252014

Samsung tipped to develop its own circular smartwatch

Looks like LG isn’t the only one following Motorola’s lead. According to a report from SamMobile, Samsung is planning on releasing its own take on the circular design for its smartwatches on an upcoming wearable device. There are hardly any details at the moment and it isn’t known if the device will run on Tizen or Android Wear. We are expected to see this new gadget a few months after the Galaxy Note 4 is released. We will keep you posted on any updates about this possible smartwatch. 

Source: Android Central

Monday
Aug252014

Google brings Slides to iOS, adds Office compatibility to productivity apps

It took a while but Google has finally ported its Slides presentation editor and viewer to the iPhone and iPad. Along with the new app, the tech company also updated its Docs and Sheets apps to allow for Microsoft Office compatibility. This means you can open your Office documents in these apps. The Office compatibility is also available on Google Slides.

Source: Gigaom