Using an old Apple iPad keyboard dock with your iPhone 5

So, got a new iPhone 5 but can't find a charging dock.  Bluetooth keyboards aren't your style.  Well, do you have an Apple iPad keyboard dock.  All you'll need is the Apple's $29 Lightning to 30-pin Adapter.
I'm a dock kind of person.  It's a personal thing.  The lack of 3rd party accessories for the new iPhone 5 leaves a pretty big gap for us dock lovers.

At the same time, I'm also not crazy about Bluetooth keyboards.  I own an Apple Bluetooth keyboard which works fine, but then I'd need a way to prop up the phone.




The Gadgeteer , Using an old Apple iPad keyboard dock with your iPhone 5, Using an old Apple iPad keyboard dock with your iPhone 5

Slapping someone for looking at Facebook is officially the best job

Here's good work if you can find it–eight bucks an hour to slap another human being. Repeatedly. Writer Maneesh Sethi was disappointed with how much time he wasted looking at social media instead of doing work, and posted a Craiglist ad looking for a dedicated slapper. Every time he logged onto Facebook, he wanted someone to hit him. Considering there are lots of people who would slap me for free, it's no surprise that his ad received 20 inquiries in the first hour.

Ubergizmo , Slapping someone for looking at Facebook is officially the best job, Slapping someone for looking at Facebook is officially the best job

GigaOM RoadMap - Design in the Age of Connectedness - Nov 5, SF

Join GigaOM on Monday, November 5, 2012 in San Francisco for a series of interviews with the leading creators who are building cutting-edge technologies, platforms and visually stunning experiences for the connected consumer. With the data explosion and always-on connectedness, the world has become so complex, and design and UI are the keys to simplifying and creating meaning from the connected landscape. How will the world change when everything has a ubiquitous connection.


Ubergizmo , GigaOM RoadMap - Design in the Age of Connectedness - Nov 5, SF, GigaOM RoadMap - Design in the Age of Connectedness - Nov 5, SF

Samsung begins delivering Jelly Bean to UK-based Galaxy S III owners

Samsung has already started on the Jelly Bean upgrade path for the Galaxy S III, but that hasn't meant much so far unless you live in Samsung's homeland. The update's global relevance is expanding in grand fashion now that the company has confirmed the software is rolling out to Galaxy S III units across the UK. Variants on the smartphone for British carriers should get their taste of Android 4.1 over the course of a multi-week update process that brings everyone to the new version.

Engadget , Samsung begins delivering Jelly Bean to UK-based Galaxy S III owners, Samsung begins delivering Jelly Bean to UK-based Galaxy S III owners

Mazda1 under study

Small seems to be the big new trend among automakers, and Mazda is trying to decide if it wants a piece of the potentially huge tiny-car pie. The Mazda1 would slot beneath the company's B-segment Mazda2, says Mazda's GM of global sales and marketing, Yasuhiro Aoyama, and could might be ready for sale toward the end of this decade. Aoyama was interviewed by GoAuto at this week's Australian International Motor Show in Sydney.

Rumors indicate Mazda could go one of two ways with the little car. It could either shoot for low cost and compete with cars like the Tata Nano or Mazda could instead take on Volkswagen's Up at a higher price point.

Autoblog , Mazda1 under study, Mazda1 under study

Sony's 2011 Xperia lineup will not receive Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Good news Sony customers, the company has recently announced which of their 2012 Xperia handsets will be getting the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update. This includes the Sony Xperia T, Xperia TX, Xperia V, Xperia S, Xperia arco S, Xperia ion, Xperia P, Xperia go and the Xperia J. However it should be noted that the newer handsets like the Xperia T, Xperia TX and the Xperia V will only receive the update in 2013, although there was no word on when the remaining models will receive the updates. We will keep our eyes peeled so do check back with us from time to time to see when the updates begin rolling out.

Ubergizmo , Sony's 2011 Xperia lineup will not receive Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, Sony's 2011 Xperia lineup will not receive Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Microsoft launches four-year, $80 Office 365 University subscription for students

Microsoft's given Xbox love to PC-buying students recently, and it's just announced that it'll carry on that tradition with Office 365 University, by offering a special four-year, $80 subscription to higher-education students. For that sum, you'll get four years of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Outlook, Publisher and Access if you're seeking a sheepskin scroll, which Redmond says works out to $1.67 per month. Also included are 60 Skype world minutes per month and 27GB of Premium SkyDrive storage, along with free upgrades and the ability to install on two separate computers, to boot.

Engadget , Microsoft launches four-year, $80 Office 365 University subscription for students, Microsoft launches four-year, $80 Office 365 University subscription for students

Next Mass Effect title will not feature Command Shephard

When it comes to the Mass Effect franchise, Commander Shephard is a name that many gamers are probably familiar with. It's akin to thinking of Master Chief when talking about Halo, which is why we wouldn't be surprised if there are many gamers out there who will expect Command Shephard to be in future Mass Effect titles. If you're a fan of the Commander, you might want to brace yourself as come Mass Effect 4 (or whatever the next Mass Effect title will be), the game will be featuring a new hero as opposed to the one that gamers have grown accustomed to. This was revealed by BioWare Montreal when they spoke to the folks at VG247.

Ubergizmo , Next Mass Effect title will not feature Command Shephard, Next Mass Effect title will not feature Command Shephard

Moog shows off LEV-96 sensoriactuator prototype on an acoustic guitar

Moogfest isn't happening for another week, but the synth-maker couldn't wait to take the wraps off of its latest bit of technology. Still in the early days of beta-testing ,the LEV-96 is a far cry from the classic analog instruments we've come to associate with Moog. The company is showing off the sensoriactuator in its early stages by affixing it to a guitar, with two pickup channels beneath each of the acoustic's strings.









Engadget , Moog shows off LEV-96 sensoriactuator prototype on an acoustic guitar, Moog shows off LEV-96 sensoriactuator prototype on an acoustic guitar

Google may soon launch new 3G-equipped 32GB Nexus 7 tablet

. Nobody knows for sure what updates Google (GOOG) has planned for its Nexus 7 tablet. It's rumored that a 32GB model will replace the 16GB model without a price hike, a $99 model will be released and a 3G model will also debut before the end of the year. Tabletblog.de is now reporting that it has a leaked listing for the 3G-equipped Nexus 7 that shows specs pointing to GSM and WCDMA connectivity.

Boy Genius Report , Google may soon launch new 3G-equipped 32GB Nexus 7 tablet, Google may soon launch new 3G-equipped 32GB Nexus 7 tablet

Google's Q3 2012 earnings: $14.10 billion in revenue, $2.74 billion in operating income

In an apparent error, Google's Q3 2012 earnings have gone live smack dab in the middle of the trading day, instead of after the closing bell as expected. Early indications are that the search giant has notched third quarter revenues of $14.10 billion, representing a 45 percent uptick compared to Q3 2011. GAAP operating income in the third quarter of 2012 was $2.74 billion, or 19 percent of revenues, and that would explain the near 10 percent slide in the company's stock price.

Engadget , Google's Q3 2012 earnings: $14.10 billion in revenue, $2.74 billion in operating income, Google's Q3 2012 earnings: $14.10 billion in revenue, $2.74 billion in operating income

Huawei Ascend W1 render revealed, WP8 in a cyan chassis

Nokia's shown off its Windows Phone 8 wares, so has HTC, and we knew Huawei was bringing a WP8 handset to the table sometime soon, too. That day has finally arrived, as an official looking render of the Ascend W1 has popped up on Twitter. If the picture's to be believed, the Chinese firm's handset sports bright coloration similar to its Windows Phone compatriots, and looks to be a handsome addition to the family.

Engadget , Huawei Ascend W1 render revealed, WP8 in a cyan chassis, Huawei Ascend W1 render revealed, WP8 in a cyan chassis

Iomega releases two new StorCenter NAS drives to contain that ever-expanding data waistline

If you're an advanced user or small businessperson with a storage shortage, then Iomega's new hardware is probably trying to catch your eye. The StorCenter px2 and ix4 are a pair of full bodied NAS systems that offer a secure and speedy haven for your most important data. Using EMC storage technology, the hardware offers a personal cloud and Time Machine support for Mac using backup-fans.

Engadget , Iomega releases two new StorCenter NAS drives to contain that ever-expanding data waistline, Iomega releases two new StorCenter NAS drives to contain that ever-expanding data waistline

Call of Duty Elite service will not be available for the Wii U at launch

A couple of days ago it was reported that the Call of Duty Elite service would go free when Black Ops 2 launches on the 13th of November. While that sounds like good news for Elite subscribers who did not want to pay for the $50 a year subscription, this might not be so good news for Wii U gamers. As some of you guys are aware, Black Ops 2 will be released for the Wii U on the 18th of November, a few days after it has launched for other platforms (PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC).

Ubergizmo , Call of Duty Elite service will not be available for the Wii U at launch, Call of Duty Elite service will not be available for the Wii U at launch

Aereo opens its streaming TV to Mac and Windows web browsers

If you'd wanted to watch Aereo's unique antenna-to-internet TV streaming until today, you had to tune in from an iOS device or Roku box. That's not a lot of choice for placeshifting, is it. A fresh update to the company's streaming service has widened the choices considerably for New Yorkers to include all the major browsers on Macs and Windows PCs. As long as you're using a recent version of Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Opera or Safari, you can catch up on Ion or Telemundo while you're checking email.

Engadget , Aereo opens its streaming TV to Mac and Windows web browsers, Aereo opens its streaming TV to Mac and Windows web browsers

Former Nokia Money crew kicks off iKaaz mobile payments, lets shops go with or without NFC

It's a big day for mobile payments. Multiple former Nokia Money veterans have formally launched iKaaz, a two-pronged strategy to phone commece where choice is the order of the day. The first components, M-POS and its accompanying Tap & Pay, are rough equivalents to familiar NFC-based services like Google Wallet that rely on an NFC tag and matching app for in-store sales.

Engadget , Former Nokia Money crew kicks off iKaaz mobile payments, lets shops go with or without NFC, Former Nokia Money crew kicks off iKaaz mobile payments, lets shops go with or without NFC

ACHO A605 Full HD Touchscreen PMP

If you're in the market for a new Full HD touchscreen PMP, I recommend you to take a look at this A605 from ACHO. The player has a 5.0-inch 800 x 480 resistive touchscreen display, an 8GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), an FM radio, an e-book reader, a voice recorder, a USB 2.0 port, a built-in 1000mAh li-ion battery and supports up to 1080p Full HD video playback. Price itself is set at $70.97.

TechFresh , ACHO A605 Full HD Touchscreen PMP, ACHO A605 Full HD Touchscreen PMP

Nissan renders new concept car for Sao Paulo show

Nissan has teased the automotive world with a "high-character" concept it will reveal later this month in Brazil. The two fragments we get seem to show a look, sleek sports coupe or hatch with multiple openings in the lower front and behind the front fender. In back, the hint of a Veloster-like glass hatch is evident above wildly-styled taillights.

Autoblog , Nissan renders new concept car for Sao Paulo show, Nissan renders new concept car for Sao Paulo show

Micron's RealSSD P320h PCI Express SSD gets reviewed: wildly fast, but a little unstable

"Taking one's sweet time" just took on an entirely new meaning. Well over a year after Micron first introduced its RealSSD P320h PCI Express SSD, the aforesaid device is finally hitting the general availability stage. And with that, the flood of reviews begins. What sets this guy apart right out of the box is its native stature; much like Fusion-io (and very unlike most all other rivals from OCZ, Intel, LSI, etc.), this thing sidesteps the mishmash of SATA / SAS controllers and opts for a direct-attached PCIe approach.

Engadget , Micron's RealSSD P320h PCI Express SSD gets reviewed: wildly fast, but a little unstable, Micron's RealSSD P320h PCI Express SSD gets reviewed: wildly fast, but a little unstable

2012 Mosler RaptorGTR, #1 of 1, on sale for $700k

You hear the term "one of one" a lot in the classic car realm. It is meant to indicate the utmost rarity in a vehicle with an extremely limited production run. In contemporary cars, other notable examples include a one-off Bugatti Veyron, or the Ferrari P4x5 commissioned by James Glickenhaus. Here is another supercar that can count itself among the club: the 2012 Mosler RaptorGTR.

Autoblog , 2012 Mosler RaptorGTR, #1 of 1, on sale for $700k, 2012 Mosler RaptorGTR, #1 of 1, on sale for $700k

Sony, Discovery and IMAX launch 3net Studios to produce in-house 3D content

If you've spent all of this effort launching an All-3D channel, it's probably wise to ensure you've got enough content to keep your schedules full. That's why 3net founders Sony, Discovery and IMAX are teaming up to launch 3net Studios, with facilities opening in California and Maryland. The new business will be used to bring together the best and brightest minds in stereoscopic media to produce footage for the channel.

Engadget , Sony, Discovery and IMAX launch 3net Studios to produce in-house 3D content, Sony, Discovery and IMAX launch 3net Studios to produce in-house 3D content

Windows 8 leaves users ‘dazed and confused' [video]

. There's no doubt about it that Microsoft's (MSFT) upcoming Windows 8 is a huge upgrade. Gone is the Start menu and in its place is a Windows Phone-inspired Start screen populated with flat and colorful tiles for launching applications. Unlike the transition between previous Windows operating systems, Windows 8 is mostly a fresh break from a user interface standpoint. It's designed for touchscreen tablets, Ultrabooks and hybrid tablet PCs, and it will take some getting used to.

Boy Genius Report , Windows 8 leaves users ‘dazed and confused' [video], Windows 8 leaves users ‘dazed and confused' [video]

2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider (video)

McLaren's Icon-Beater Loses Its Top, Gains More Thrills. So far, so good for McLaren Automotive. Since the MP4-12C coupe started deliveries roughly 16 months ago, there are now 1,500-plus more great supercars traveling the roads of our planet.










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Mercedes mulling baby G-Wagon off-roader

Car reports Mercedes-Benz may be considering expanding its G-Class line to include a new, smaller model. The so-called GLG would serve as a competitor for the upcoming, next-generation Land Rover Defender. Internally, the smaller G wears the code name X156 and will be based on the A-Class architecture. Expect to see styling lifted straight from the larger G, complete with a horizontal roof line and near-vertical back hatch.

Autoblog , Mercedes mulling baby G-Wagon off-roader, Mercedes mulling baby G-Wagon off-roader

32GB Nexus 7 tablet seemingly confirmed through various listings and ads

It has long been suggested that Google has a 32GB Nexus 7 tablet planned, and reports not too long ago suggested that Google might have accidentally shipped out a 32GB Nexus 7 to a customer. While Google has yet to make the official announcement, the folks at Android Central have spotted an ad in UK retailer Argos' Christmas gift guide which revealed the 32GB Nexus 7 tablet.

Ubergizmo , 32GB Nexus 7 tablet seemingly confirmed through various listings and ads, 32GB Nexus 7 tablet seemingly confirmed through various listings and ads

Best Buy Insignia Flex tablet to retail for $239 onwards

Best Buy must have taken an envious look towards Amazon's direction, where Amazon did pretty well for themselves with the Kindle range of tablets. Having said that, Best Buy decided to jump into the tablet market with their Android-powered Insignia Flex, with a price point that ranges from $239 to $259. This is a rather narrow band actually, and it remains to be seen whether the Insignia Flex is able to make a name for itself against the iPad as well as the Kindle family.

Ubergizmo , Best Buy Insignia Flex tablet to retail for $239 onwards, Best Buy Insignia Flex tablet to retail for $239 onwards

Integrated Technologies Targets Growth With Epicor ERP

Access to Real-Time Data Described as “Instrumental to Our Future”DUBLIN, Calif and LONDON, October 17, 2012 - Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organisations, today announced that Integrated Technologies Ltd, a UK specialist in the contract design and manufacturer of medical, diagnostic and laboratory instruments used across the world, has selected Epicor enterprise resource planning (ERP) to support its continued expansion.Headquartered in the UK, Integrated Technologies employs 110 people, and has a manufacturing faci

Press Release Distribution , Integrated Technologies Targets Growth With Epicor ERP, Integrated Technologies Targets Growth With Epicor ERP

Tentacles: Enter The Dolphin iOS Game App

With a myriad of game apps now available for people to choose from at the Apple App Store for their iOS device, it pays to have a game that is just a tad bit different from all the rest. This means that games with some of those unique and interesting features usually get most of the attention. Such games like Tentacles: Enter the Dolphin iOS game app really do need it in order to get noticed. Tentacles: Enter the Dolphin is a unique game app with an equally unique game character, a unique setting, and a unique type of game play. In the game players get to control a one-eyed tentacled creature called Lemmy.

Gadget.com , Tentacles: Enter The Dolphin iOS Game App, Tentacles: Enter The Dolphin iOS Game App

LG Optimus G Review

. We were at the LG Optimus G launch in Korea  on September 17*, where we were able to briefly play with it. The Optimus G is the first smartphone to launch with the Quad-Core SnapDragon S4 Pro processor, so it is supposed to offer state-of-the-art performance. From what we have seen with the pre-production unit in Korea, it was fast indeed.
It looks like LG is back in the game of high-end smartphones with this well crafted unit that is truly a great competitor for the iPhone 5 and the Galaxy S3.












Ubergizmo , LG Optimus G Review, LG Optimus G Review