This week's offering from MobileFun.com is Trident's Apollo 2-in-1 Snap-on case for the iPhone 5. Having used Trident's Cyclops case on my iPhone 4S, I was anxious to check out the Apollo.   As you can see from the photo above, the colors are bright and really grab your attention. The backplate is interchangeable, so you can have a monochrome case, or a two-tone case. (This case comes in a variety of color combinations including Navy/Orange, Green/Blue, and Red/Black.) In addition to the case itself, you get a screen protector and cleaning cloth in the box. The back plate pops...


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I have very good wireless router from NetGear (with 7 antennas and MIMO technology) at home and I don't need to replace it. Why would I want to buy Airport router from Apple at all? Two reasons: 1. AirPort Express (the smaller AirPort) has built-in audio output (that AirPort Extreme doesn't have). 2. Some apps for iOS can use Apple networking technology, Bonjour over Internet, (not just at home/office), only if the router supports it. So even though I actually didn't need a new wireless router, I bought it! One surprising thing is the size of AirPort Express - it's of similar size to Apple...


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Yes, Windows 8 works on iPad, including multi touch gestures. After getting the app (see link at the end of this review) and after installing streamer software on Windows 8, your iPad discovers Windows 8 and you can start. Of course, you need to enter secret security code to start. Here is the control bar and how it works. While mostly you will use the on–screen keyboard of Windows 8 for text entry, sometimes you will prefer the iOS-side keyboard. What you get is full Windows 8 touch experience, including multi touch and various edge gestures. You can also try the Windows...


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Are you looking for something minimalistic to show off your beautiful iPhone 5? A bumper...but more than a bumper? Brenthaven's EXO case may be exactly what you want.     From Brenthaven's website, the features include: BX2 Foam protection technology in four corners and main surface Push release viewing stand for horizontal and vertical facetime Rubber touch surfaces for comfortable grip Minimalist sculpted form reveals the iPhone and offers complete protection Comes with custom fit clear screen protector Lifetime Guarantee The  BX2 foam is in the corners of the case...


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This game for iOS and Android is special because it realistically simulates the way water works. The purpose of this game is to play fireman by directing water flow from a water canon towards fires: you can adjust the height and angle from which you sprinkle water towards fire. This game is very addictive because the flow of water feels real and because the puzzles to solve are fun. Disclaimer: I liked this game before learning that it was made by 2 Swedish guys from Sweden (and I am very biased as Sweden is one of my 3 most favorite countries in Europe - for me "Made in Sweden" is equivalent...


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I recently snagged a promo code for ContactsXL, and was pleasantly surprised with what I'd gotten. One of the apps I missed most from the "good ole" Palm days, was a little something from Toysoft called Picture Dial. I loved Picture Dial (and not just because I had recommended it be developed in the first place). Highlighted by beautiful photos of your contacts that you could just tap to initiate a call to that person, I always considered this a must-have app. And it's something I've been missing a lot with iOS. ContactsXL makes up for as much of that functionality as can be made up within...


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I recently reviewed the Impact Band for iPhone 5 from Tech21, and was anxious to see what they had for the incredibly popular iPad Mini. They were kind enough to send me their Impact Snap Case with Cover for review.   This is a snap in shell type case made of a hard polycarbonate. Integrated in the shell are strips of D3O for impact resistance. Your iPad Mini is held tightly in the shell with no chance it will fall out. Of course, should you drop the whole case, the D3O should protect your iPad Mini. This is an elegant case that looks beautiful and feels great in your hands. Access...


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Episode 126 Sunday July 8, 2012 MISC   Will you have internet tomorrow? this site WEA (Wireless Emergency Alerts) goes live June 28th, but how many phones are actually WEA compliant? Amazon working on its own smartphone, powered by Android like Kindle Fire After Nokia and RIM, also HTC sinks like Titanic http://www.theverge.com/2012/7/6/3140659/htc-q2-2012-earnings-profit-drop - only Samsung and Apple thrive EyeSight - Touch free user interface for Windows 8 http://www.eyesight-tech.com/ 3 billion apps downloaded - RIM's App World End of the line for Mozilla's Thunderbird...


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Episode 125 Sunday July 1, 2012 MISC   Edward saw new Spiderman movie (in USA on July 3drd starting) : Sony Xperia Android and Sony Vaio aplenty in it, also holographic user interface with 3D-motion detection like Kinect but very precise “Leap Second” bug caused problems for Reddit, Mozella and possibly other big sites. Unrelated to the previous, LeapMotion introduces a new way to interact with your computer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d6KuiuteIA&feature=youtube_gdata_player Apple  No rumors! Macs have no kensington lock, for example : Macbook air doesn’t...


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Episode 124 Sunday June 24, 2012 MISC   Google fusion tables (Edward rant at the end) Apple  No rumors! A judge has dismissed the Apple v Motorola case with prejudice. Speaking of court cases, e-book price fixing case scheduled for 2013 Apple, McMillan, Penguin. I'd like to see ebook prices fixed at around $2.00! Should one wait for Macbook Air with retina or buy new Macbook Air “Mid 2012”? Google and Android All carriers in commercials present Galaxy S3 as the best smartphone in the world, as hook to attract customers Android 4.1 already available in early...


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