Another Mobile Search; Does Cellphones Cause Cancer Or Not

Here is yet another research that finds no link between cancer in the head and radiation emitted from cell phones.  It's worth a read if you've got the time.

Coming from a science background in the labs, I realized that experiments and researches can be skewed one way or another.  It's not that hard if you're determined.  So with another study out on whether cell phones causes cancer or not, we have to take it in with all the other researches that are available on public.

There are those are determined to make sure there is zero link between the radiation coming from our mobile devices and possible ailments while there are others who are determined to make that link.

I'm sure this debate is far from over.  There is going to be a lot of back and forth but the main point to keep in mind is this:  does increase use of cell phones actually cause brain tumors.  Studies that link cell phone use and possible risks with offering links are entirely another matter.

Personally, I would like to see more effort into this question.  But I would like it free of agendas.  After all, I happen to keep my mobile devices in the pocket of my jeans.  I sure would like to know what it's doing to me down there.

Source:  Electronista, Macdailynews.

Native Google Plus Already On Android, iOS App In Approval (or Disapproval) Process

It's official.  According to The iPhone Blog, the official and native Google Plus app has been released to Apple a few days ago for approval to be released for the general public. This was from a tweet of a known Googler.

What is not surprising that is that those Android users, like my lucky self,  with early access to Plus already have Plus on our devices.  And yeah, it's that awesome.  And I'm sure it'll only get better.

In the heated war between Apple and Google, Mountainview is increasingly giving Android app releases a priority whereas in the early days of the iPhone and Android tussle, Google had on a few occasions released the iOS version before the Android version.  Even now, the Google took a dig at Apple in her tweet.  You'll have to click through to TiPB to get the full scoop.

I can't wait to see just how similar the two apps are.  That Google can release both apps so close to each other is remarkable.  I am still of the opinion that my fellow mobile warriors are going to jump from the Facebook ship and onto the Plus one given the number of requests I've received regarding getting early access to Plus.

As I've said in private e-mails to you, as soon as Google opens the floodgate even just a bit, I'll try to get you in.

How Much For A DVD Copy Of Just Released Movie?

We took my 4-year old nephew to watch Cars 2.  After all, it was a movie made for these little guys on our lives.  And he's seen Cars many times over at home.  And he was especially impressed with what Mator could do in the movie.  LigHTING McQeen is pretty cool but a flying Mator is even better.

But during the movie in the theater, he had to go to the bathroom many times because of the Icee and soda we bought him.  He missed like a third of the movie.  And he would ask what he missed.  

Suppose the studios were to release the movie for movie goers simultaneously.  You go to watch the picture and you can buy a copy of the movie as well on DVD or Blu-Ray.  Obviously, you would jack up the price a bit for the potential lost proceeds that the studios and theaters are may lose.  

The question is how much and how the proceeds would be split.  I reckon I would pay for about $30-$50 for a Blu-Ray copy of the movie we just watched if it's good enough and I happen to love my dear nephew so much.  

How much would you pay?  $50?  With tickets so expensive now, I wouldn't be surprised if we see it for $75 to $100.  And what about home rental for just released movies?  $30 per view on iTunes, anyone?

IN Mobile - China Or India, Who Has the Lead? And Influence Of BRIC

We know that a bunch of mobile gadgets are being manufactured in China. Your laptops, netbooks, and PC certainly are. So are many smartphones. And we certainly know that Apple's iPhones and iPad are made in China (but designed in California). And then we hear a lot about some tech jobs outsourced to India.

I recently had a conversation with a friend who made a trip to India to do some work with his counterparts there. Now it has me wondering just where the manufacturing is in India and how much outsourcing of some development jobs are sent to China?

I reckon because India has a large English speaking population, it could be easier for US companies to set up offices in India.

And could we soon have devices "Made in India"? And does it matter?

Certainly. Take for instance the iPhone. It's only recently that the iPhone 4 was made available in India, nearly a year after it was released in general use in the US. And China has had the iPhone 4 for months. Certainly where the device is manufactured has some bearing on availability.

On top of that, China is currently one of the largest app market in the world. In fact, It is the second biggest after the US market for Apple's iOS app store (MIC Gadget).

Supposedly if the iPhone was available in large markets like India or other BRIC members at an earlier date, it is conceivable that the app and iOS development could be greatly influenced by the native population of mobile warriors.

The same could be said for other mobile platforms like Android and Blackberry. It won't be long before Apple gives more attention to markets like India that I consider underserved. And it would be foolish for any tech giants to do so much longer.

So perhaps devices will probably continue to be assembled in China for the foreseeable future but I am certain that app development from other BRIC nations will have greater influence sooner. And for US and EU users, we can feel that influence as well.

Pics Of Google Plus Webapp For Mobile

For those of you that have access to Google Plus (through your own means or through me), you may be accessing your profile through your Android app or the browser on your PC.

Here are a few screen shots that I've captured on my iPhone to show you. It works exactly the same on Android devices. I have to say that Google has done a great job with their mobile dev. This is way beyond what Facebook has been able to do.



This is the homepage of sort. Nothing ground-breaking here.




This is the stream page where you can write updates and share them with which ever circle you wish.




This is the circles page. This manipulation for sharing your stream updates with specific people is very easy. You can't do this easily on Facebook so expect Facebook to copy this. Hey it is how the industry works sometimes.




This is the profile page. It's like the stream page except this page allows you to focus one specific individual in your circle.

Again, Google has come a long long way since their mobile search and email pages. With the Plus effort, Google has leaped over everyone and showed just what can be done to create a Webapp if you are willing to innovate.

With Plus, Google has take a huge swipe at Facebook and blurred the line between native and Web-based apps.

Latest On Google Plus: Invitations Still Halted And Loophole Still Closed

Hi, this is a quick update on the Google Plus situation.  On Friday (7/1), I put out a notice on my blog that how those of us with access to Google Plus can invite family and friends into Plus.  It was not a direct invitation but a way to e-mail stream update to people.  From there, they can click on the "Learn more about Google Plus" icon and gain access that way.  

As far as I know, I was able to add those of you interested in getting a Google Plus account as of early morning the next day.  Luckily, I was able to invite a few dozen and was pretty happy about that.

But those that received the email after that or read their e-mails too late were shut out.  And I tested it against this morning and the situation remains the same.  And Google has not opened up on our pages official invitations to invite friends from within our stream page.

I will continue to reply to those of you who e-mailed me for access.  When things change, I will e-mail you directly again and post a new blog post notifying you of the change.  I hope to get all of you on Plus as soon as possible and hope that we remains friends after.  Since this experience, I have made friends from all over the world.  

I can tell you this about Plus.  It is truly a remarkable experience.  

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Another Tablet Use: Law Firms Give iPads To Clients To Stay in Touch

The iPad is the tablet right now. There just is not way of going around it. However I believe it's only time until we see Android tablets in greater numbers in homes, schools, and workplaces. Meanwhile here is a prime example of how tablets are currently being used and and where can go from here.

Many attorneys are already using iPads in the offices and courtrooms. However, a couple of lawyers in Phoenix, Arizona had gone a step further. They equipped some of their biggest clients with iPads that will allow the clients to stay in touch with their cases and attorneys.

Think about this. This is a field that has required updated informations at all time. But there are other fields that require up-to-date information for easy consumption.

According to Arizona Central, Fennemore Craig is a personal injury firm but it looks like other types of law practiced could benefit greatly as well. iPads and other tablets used to help with disseminating information or provide informative information through presentations.

This practice could be put to uses in other industries. What'd amazing is that the use of tablets in such a manner is just a transplant of what we can already do on laptops and netbooks but the form factor of the tablet about the size of a notepad is managed to transform the perception of mobile tech and allowed more to be done than just on PCs.

What other uses are available to us on tablets will increase exponentially in the coming years. And yes, while it will happen, it will take years.

For instance, while the iPad is now more than a year old, we still don't see university and Hugh school students carrying around tablets instead textbooks. And yet, we know that day will come. Already, more ebooks are being sold on Amazon than physical books.

If you work in the law industry, imagine going into a meeting with a client with your iPad, Xoom, or Windows tablet and have the interview automatically recorded and transcribed. Then you can just as easily manipulate the information into formats that can be used by other lawyers and the courts.

That day will happen. It could be a while but the day is coming. And imagine the amount of papers, man hours, and other expenses be saved because of this.


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