Catch Notes dying - will you miss it?

We all have our very specific ways of taking notes, but it seems 5-10 million of you will need to be changing your methods soon. The popular app Catch Notes will be shutting down. Catch Notes' last day will be August 30th. Users have until then to download their data if they wish to. The Catch Notes team has given you instructions on how to do it, so you don't need to be afraid that you will lose all your notes.

It is sad to see such popular apps and services dying, but what could be causing it? Is an app downloaded 5-10 million times really not able to pull a profit? Catch doesn't go into details.


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HTC One for Verizon launch set for August 15th?

The Verizon HTC One is still nowhere to be found, but new rumors suggest that'll change in just over two weeks' time. According to documents received by Droid-Life, the Verizon HTC One launch date has been set to August 15th. The original date was apparently set for August 1st, but some suggest Verizon pushed it back a couple more weeks. We're not sure of the company's reasoning, but everyone has their own guesses.
The easiest guess to make is that the carrier wants to give more time to push the HTC DROID DNA before it brings in the superior HTC handset.

Android Phone , HTC One for Verizon launch set for August 15th?, HTC One for Verizon launch set for August 15th?

Mercedes pondering Google Glass navi

Engadget is reporting that Mercedes-Benz might be tinkering with Google Glass for its future navigation systems. The first, big-name wearable tech item of the 21st century, Google Glass has a huge degree of potential in a number of fields, not the least of which is the auto industry. Citing the Silicon Valley Business Journal, Engadget mentions that Mercedes is focusing on producing genuine, door-to-door directions that combine the pedestrian and automotive applications that Google Maps has become known for.

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Should Google go with LG for the 2014 Nexus? [POLL]

The honeymoon period with the new Nexus 7 hasn't exactly expired yet, and folks are already talking about what the 2014 version might entail. Well, one analyst thinks Google could be breaking things off with ASUS and going with a certain South Korean manufacturer for its next rendition. That manufacturer would be LG. The prediction comes from analyst Ming-Chi-Kuo, who seems to have quite the decent track record.
Apparently, LG's major positioning in the display manufacturing market would make the company an ideal match to make Google's next 7-inch wonder.

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Marvell flaunts its Armada 1500-mini CPU powering Chromecast, lists codecs

About Marvell. Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) is a global leader in providing complete silicon solutions enabling the digital connected lifestyle. From mobile communications to storage, cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment and in-home content delivery, Marvell's diverse product portfolio aligns complete platform designs with industry-leading performance, security, reliability and efficiency. At the core of the world's most powerful consumer, network and enterprise systems, Marvell empowers partners and their customers to always stand at the forefront of innovation, performance and mass appeal.

Engadget , Marvell flaunts its Armada 1500-mini CPU powering Chromecast, lists codecs, Marvell flaunts its Armada 1500-mini CPU powering Chromecast, lists codecs

Ford celebrates its founder's 150th birthday around the world

​​. Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motor Company and the man that is widely considered to have put America on wheels, would have been 150 years young today. Naturally, there are celebrations at Ford's Dearborn headquarters, and the state of Michigan has declared today, July 30, 2013, Henry Ford Day.
While Ford's flaws are well documented, his institution of the moving assembly line and $5 work day were largely responsible for the middle class explosion in Detroit during the 1910s and 1920s, while vertical integration in his production contributed even further to the affordability of Ford's products.

Autoblog , Ford celebrates its founder's 150th birthday around the world, Ford celebrates its founder's 150th birthday around the world

Transit comes to Android, brings real-time public transportation directions

We all turn our heads when a very popular iOS app comes to Android. It's like seeing the new kid walk into the classroom for the first time. Today's new kid in town is named Transit App. What is this app. what does it do?

In short, it gives you public transportation directions/navigation in 43 supported cities. It became popular for its good-looking, sleek and simple design. But it is also a very helpful tool. You can get directions in real-time (where available), save your favorite routes and change your location to get direction from other places.

In essence, it's a very simple, yet helpful idea.

Android Phone , Transit comes to Android, brings real-time public transportation directions, Transit comes to Android, brings real-time public transportation directions

iPhone 5S Mass Production Ramps Up As Foxconn Looks To Hire 90,000 Workers

Not a day goes by when we don't hear rumors about Apple's upcoming iPhones. Right now it is believed that September would bring not one, but two different iPhone models. Foxconn, one of the biggest manufacturers working for Apple, is reportedly looking to hire 90,000 new workers as Apple is set to ramp up mass production of its next generation iPhone. What about the other iPhone, the much rumored iPhone Lite.

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HTC releases camera app fix after the T-Mobile HTC One OTA update removed HDR functionality

The latest software update for the T-Mobile HTC One may have fixed LTE connectivity issues and improved handset performance, but HTC somehow managed to remove the HDR functionality from the camera app. We're not exactly sure how it happened, but HTC has responded quickly by releasing a camera update for the device which brings back the lost functionality. HTC needs to do little bit of work to ensure a higher standard in quality control with its software updates, but we applaud them for an extremely quick two day turnaround time on the fix.

HTC Source , HTC releases camera app fix after the T-Mobile HTC One OTA update removed HDR functionality, HTC releases camera app fix after the T-Mobile HTC One OTA update removed HDR functionality

iPhone 4 Attributed To Surge In iPhone Sales In The UK

The iPhone 4 is two generations old, making it pretty old as far as smartphone technology is concerned, but apparently there is still plenty of appeal left to the device, possibly aided by its lower price tag. This is according to a new sales report from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech who reports that during the period of May to June 2013, Apple enjoyed a surge of sales which was largely thanks to the iPhone 4 which managed to catapult Apple's market share in the UK up by 5.2%, putting them at around 30.5% of the British smartphone market.

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Gameboy Emulator Runs On Chromecast

Hmmm, we were there when Google's $35 Chromecast dongle was announced to the world, and managed to share a demo walkthrough of it for those who were unable to attend the live event. A couple of days after the Chromecast announcement, we learned that the Chromecast app for Android was released, followed by confirmation of Chromecast support for Google TV. Of course, at such an attractive price point of $35 a pop, the Chromecast's special offer of being accompanied by 3 months' worth of free Netflix access was quickly snapped up, and not long after, we heard that Chromecast had already been rooted.

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$25 Nokia DT-900 wireless charging pad available for a limited time [DEALS]

If you hurry, you guys might catch a pretty good deal on the Nokia DT-900, a wireless charging mat for your Qi-enabled devices. Daily Steals/Ice Monkey has the mat going for a cool $25, close to half the price as we could find it on Amazon. The DT-900 should work fine with your newly purchased Nexus 7 (2013), Nexus 4, or any other device using the Qi standard. The stock meter is running a little low, so we don't know how much longer this deal with last.

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AT&T HTC One Mini Press Render Spotted

Close to a fortnight ago, we got word that the HTC One mini has already received approval from the good people over at the FCC, and here we are two weeks down the road with press renders of the AT&T-bound HTC One mini spotted. How do we know that this shrunken version of the flagship HTC One (with some changes in the hardware too, of course, as it is not only cosmetic alterations on the outside) is headed towards AT&T. The answer is simple, really, as the press render leak did show off the AT&T name where the carrier name is normally displayed.

Ubergizmo , AT&T HTC One Mini Press Render Spotted, AT&T HTC One Mini Press Render Spotted

Smart Cargo for iPad review

I have completely replaced a laptop in my life with my iPad. I discovered this about a year into having my first iPad, when I realized the only time I had moved my MacBook Pro from the desk was when I presented, using both it and my iPad at a few meetings. But, when I'm out for the day, I still want to carry along a few things: a charger and cable – just in case; a portable battery pack; a screen cleaning cloth; a portable speaker; and my Square dongle. So, I usually wind up taking a bag along, just as I did with my MacBook Pro, but it's just a much smaller bag.






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Morgan Roadster and 3 Wheeler get stunning Brooklands treatment

Morgan has rolled out a V6 Roadster and a 3 Wheeler inspired by the UK's legendary Brooklands racing circuit. Each limited to 50 units, the new specials are "designed to celebrate the ancestry of British racing cars and their styling" with special color combinations, satin finishes and detailing. The Roadster comes in Jaguar "Brooklands" Green, Speed Silver Satin hood and radiator cowl and silver A-pillars and window surrounds. A black stitched leather interior will be set off by a special Brooklands steering wheel, light silver gauge bezels, a sculpted box cover and more space for the pedals.

Autoblog , Morgan Roadster and 3 Wheeler get stunning Brooklands treatment, Morgan Roadster and 3 Wheeler get stunning Brooklands treatment

ExCeL move positions IP EXPO as the major European IT event on the international circuit

- Imago Techmedia expands its profile to deliver the complete technology range to an international audience -London, 29 July 2013: With backing from London & Partners, IP EXPO Europe is set to grow from the UK’s number one end-to-end enterprise IT event to the leading European IT event when it relocates to ExCeL London in 2014.

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Motorbooks hits the road with new store on wheels

The bookmobile may be just another extinct wheeled Mastodon to the generation just coming of age. For them, untold reams of information have been always been available in little more than an instant, right in the palms of their hot little hands. There was a time before devices and digital connectivity, though, when those analog masterpieces known as books were how knowledge got around, and bookmobiles served as rolling libraries for many communities. Automotive niche publisher Motorbooks is bringing back the bookmobile with a new twist.

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Sony PlayStation 4 Pre-Orders Back Again At GameStop

Earlier this month you might recall that GameStop had stopped their pre-orders of the Sony PlayStation 4 console, presumably because they ran out of their allocated stock and did not want to process orders they knew they might not be able to fulfill in a timely manner. Well the good news is that if you still wanted to get your hands on a launch day PS4 console, it looks like GameStop has managed to secure more units as they have reopened their pre-orders for the console, although given how popular the console is, you might want to hurry as stock could diminish pretty fast.

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Veebot Draws Your Blood

Robots are most definitely helpful, and they have certainly assisted in ensuring the industrial revolution has moved at a breakneck pace. Most factories these days have robots do all the heavy lifting at assembly lines, although these robots are more of machines than the common bipedal form factor that science fiction movies employ. Robots in the realm of medicine, too, have helped surgeries be more efficient than ever before. Well, here we are today presented with the Veebot, a robot that is capable of drawing human blood.

Ubergizmo , Veebot Draws Your Blood, Veebot Draws Your Blood

Daily use apps - Julie

. Several weeks ago I asked everyone on the Gadgeteer team to write up a quick post about their most used mobile apps regardless of which platform they use – Android, iOS, or Windows Phone. So far we've had quite a few great posts detailing a nice selection of applications – some I'd never tried before. Now it's my turn to share the apps that I use every day on my current smartphone – the Samsung Galaxy S3.
Even though I have a lot of apps installed, I truthfully only use a handful every single day.










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T-Mobile offers all devices for $0 upfront starting tomorrow

T-Mobile is going to start an “unprecedented deal” tomorrow – all devices for $0 down. This effectively means you'll be able to get any smartphone, featurephone, tablet, or mobile hotspot for no money upfront. However, you will still have to pay monthly installments for each device you choose. For a few months, T-Mobile has employed this model of charging you a sum upfront, and then 24 equal monthly payments after that.

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US Navy To Use Kinect Game To Help Address Rape Issues

It seems that sexual assault in the military has become quite an issue and some law-makers are looking to take the legal recourse out of the military's hands, and of course this did not sit well with the military and they have since stated that they plan to tackle this issue internally through training and educational programs, and one of these programs includes a video game which takes advantage of Microsoft's Kinect to help address the issue of rape. The video game is being developed by Organic Motion and is made for the U.S.

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AT&T Begins To Sell Nokia Lumia 1020

The Nokia Lumia 1020, a flagship device from Finnish smartphone manufacturer Nokia, is now up for sale on an official basis, despite its pre-order having hit the "sold out" status sometime last week. Running on the Windows Phone 8 operating system, where the Nokia Lumia 1020 will be available for $299.99, alongside a 2-year contract, with the device arriving in a choice of black, white, or yellow shades. There are whispers that a red version could be introduced to the masses sometime down the road, but it is just speculation as at press time.

Ubergizmo , AT&T Begins To Sell Nokia Lumia 1020, AT&T Begins To Sell Nokia Lumia 1020

Galaxy S4 (GT-I9507) Appears On GLBenchmark

It was not too long ago that an image which depicted the Samsung "GT-I9507″ appearing on Picasa servers, but considering how easy it is in this day and age to manipulate EXIF data, it was pretty difficult to tout the GT-I9507 as the real deal. Sure enough, someone out there decided that a little bit of sleuthing was required as there is a cat to kill, which is why when looking through GLBenchmark's database, there apparently was a benchmark that involved the GT-I9507.

Ubergizmo , Galaxy S4 (GT-I9507) Appears On GLBenchmark, Galaxy S4 (GT-I9507) Appears On GLBenchmark

Mazda Skyactiv-D racer first diesel to run at Indy in 60 years

While it may not be touting the old "Win on Sunday, sell on Monday" axiom we all know and love, Mazda recognizes that racing can only improve its cars. And so it's no surprise that the Japanese automaker is testing and refining its Skyactiv-D diesel engine by sending it out on various race tracks around the country – notably being the first diesel ever to compete at Daytona and the first to notch a Grand Am win at Road Atlanta. Next up. Indy.

Autoblog , Mazda Skyactiv-D racer first diesel to run at Indy in 60 years, Mazda Skyactiv-D racer first diesel to run at Indy in 60 years

WaterBean Filter Is An Interesting Alternative To Bottled Water

It is estimated that consumers in the U.S. spend as much as $15 billion each year on purchase of bottled water. Then there's the longstanding debate about tap water vs bottled water, it is believed that as much as 40 percent of bottled water is actually tap water. So why do consumers spend so much money on it. For some, its the peace of mind that the water is free of all impurities. WaterBean is a new alternative to bottled water. Its a portable water purifying filter that is capable of fitting in to any water bottle, so it turns ordinary tap water in to crisp and clean water.

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Chromecast selling out? Netflix offer no longer available?

Discuss Chromecast on ChromeSpot's new Chromecast Forums. When Google announced the Chromecast yesterday, the company revealed that those who order the device would be entitled to three free months of Netflix streaming video service for new or existing customers, which is about $8 per month. That's a savings of $24, which effectively makes the Chromecast $11 if you were planning on taking advantage of it.
Unfortunately, it looks like something might be up. Folks have noticed that the Google Play Store listing for the Chromecast no longer makes mention of the Netflix offer.



Android Phone , Chromecast selling out? Netflix offer no longer available?, Chromecast selling out? Netflix offer no longer available?

Mini Vision concept presages next-gen Cooper Hardtop

Mini is preparing to launch the third-generation of its trademark three-door hatch, and while we've already shown you that car mostly devoid of camouflage in spy shots, the BMW-owned brand has still seen fit to release a concept that previews the new design. Called the Mini Vision, it looks broadly similar to the cars we showed you at the beginning of the month, aside from a few concepty styling pieces. The Vision is a well-balanced blend of the stylish hatch that rebooted the Mini brand in 2002 and the more bloated model that arrived in 2007.

Autoblog , Mini Vision concept presages next-gen Cooper Hardtop, Mini Vision concept presages next-gen Cooper Hardtop

GM joins Ford in booking $1.2B quarterly profit

Ford isn't the only American automaker that's in the money. General Motors has just reported a second quarter income of $1.2 billion, although that number actually represents a year-to-year drop compared to Q2 2012. This drop can be chalked up to the expense behind launching a new line of full-size pickup trucks (the 2014 GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado), as well as the acquisition of GM Korea. Aside from those one-time costs, GM reported a seven-percent increase in income before interest and taxes, to $2.3 billion.

Autoblog , GM joins Ford in booking $1.2B quarterly profit, GM joins Ford in booking $1.2B quarterly profit

HTC One Max said to be heading to AT&T

The rumored HTC One Max (HTC T6) has been officially announced by HTC, but new details from @evleaks claim that AT&T will be one of the carriers in the US to offer the over-sized phones. A leaked sketch of the HTC One Max (pictures above) suggest the device will look and feel the same as the HTC One while device specifications are expected to include a 5.9-inch 1080p display, 2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, 3,300mAh battery, BoomSound speakers, and an UltraPixel camera sensor.

HTC Source , HTC One Max said to be heading to AT&T, HTC One Max said to be heading to AT&T

NHTSA gives okay for three automakers to skirt tire-related recalls

BMW, Honda, and Mercedes-Benz are all going to avoid small recalls, after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued petitions for "findings of inconsequential noncompliance" to the three manufacturers, according to Tire Business. Basically, the petitions allow the brands to avoid recalls for some very, very minor issues. BMW had tire placards on 364 X6 M CUVs that stated the car could only handle four passengers, when in reality it had room for three in the back.

Autoblog , NHTSA gives okay for three automakers to skirt tire-related recalls, NHTSA gives okay for three automakers to skirt tire-related recalls

Ladies Love It: Ford Fiesta wins Womens World Car of the Year

It's official: A panel of female automotive writers has chosen the Ford Fiesta 1.0-liter EcoBoost as the Womens World Car of the Year, and it beat tough competition like the Mazda CX-5, Range Rover and Porsche Boxster S for the overall top spot. The CX-5 and Range Rover won the SUV and Luxury Car categories, respectively, and the Boxster S laid claim to the Sports Car category, beating the runner up Audi RS5 and third place Toyota GT86/Subaru BRZ (or Scion FR-S). The Audi Allroad was named the Family car of the year.

Autoblog , Ladies Love It: Ford Fiesta wins Womens World Car of the Year, Ladies Love It: Ford Fiesta wins Womens World Car of the Year

TNO’s DSL Seminar 2013 delivers new verdicts on the DSL industry

World’s leading DSL event revealed new insights as operators, vendors and regulators gathered to discuss regulatory and operational aspects of vectoring and future trends in hybrid FTTx and DSL deploymentsDelft, The Netherlands, 25 July 2013 – VDSL2 vectoring is rapidly taking ground in the race to provide added bandwidth to meet the broadband needs of consumers. This was the conclusion reached at the TNO DSL Seminar held last month in Scheveningen in the Netherlands.

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Watch how to charge your car battery using a... chainsaw?

This video is neither as dangerous nor as insane as the title indicates, if only because you're only using the chainsaw's motor and not the actual chain itself. Do not take a chainsaw to your engine without first removing the chain. It would be bad. With the chain, frame and sprocket removed from the chainsaw and an old fan belt, piece of rope, or even your shoelaces attached to the saw, you can remove the fan belt from your car's alternator pulley. Slot the fan belt attached to the chainsaw onto the alternator pulley, and turn the saw on.

Autoblog , Watch how to charge your car battery using a... chainsaw?, Watch how to charge your car battery using a... chainsaw?

Spanish Museum Relies On Robot To Catch Cracks In Artwork

I spy with my little eye, a crack in a Renaissance masterpiece. Well, that particular “job” has fallen onto the shoulders of a robot now, at least at Madrid's Reina Sofia museum in Spain. A huge robot will scan a painting of a masterpiece, where it will do so in an extremely slow process since it has to snap hundreds of microscopic shots via the use of infrared and ultraviolet photography. This particular robot will allow restorers to check out cracks, scratches and creases which are difficult to see at times with the naked eye, in addition to underlying preparatory sketches and other touch-ups.

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