Kindle Fire pre-orders exceeding 2,000 per hour
It looks like Amazon has a hit with the Kindle Fire. In the 5 days since it was announced, according to a leaked report, over 250,000 pre-orders have been recorded. If this rate continues the company will need 2.5 million devices to fill the orders.
Facebook: cookie tracking issue is limited
The tracking cookies from Facebook were “fixed” last week. Then another problem was discovered. Facebook says the fix for the new bug will be issued today.
Samsung May Try to Block iPhone 5 Launch
Samsung and Apple appear to be at war. Tomorrow Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 5. Samsung would like to prevent the launch in the U.S. and Europe, perhaps in retaliation for Apple’s block of the Galaxy Tab.
OnlyMeWorld
OnlyMeWorld is a social networking platform similar in function to Facebook or Google+. They hope to be different. OnlyMeWorld claims they do not mine data, track your web use, or use facial recognition software.
The 10 Biggest Surprises about Amazon’s New Kindles
Amazon announced their new Kindles, showing new features, new prices, and more. However. It seems there are some surprises. The Kindle 3G is not able to browse the web using 3G. By default your personal documents are stored at Amazon.com. The Kindle Fire will have a NetFlix App. And more.
Adapteva Aims 64-core Chip at Tablets, Smartphones
The Epiphany IV chip packs 64 cores, far more than most computer chips, and provides stunning performance with low power demands. It’s intended to be used as a co-processor, not the main processor, on a tablet, smartphone, or other small device.
Poisoned QR Codes Spreading Malware To Android Phones
The QR codes you find in your magazines may be fine, but those you see on some web sites may not be so friendly. Some QR codes have been “poisoned” to automatically download malware to your Android phone.
MyClip Thigh, iPad and iPad 2 Kneeboard
Designed as a kneepad for airline pilots, the MyClip Thigh attaches to your leg leaving your hands free. The MyClip Thigh works with iPad, iPad2, Galaxy Tab, and XOOM tablets.
Amazon has Palm in its shopping cart?
Amazon’s new Kindle Fire uses a highly customized version of Android. Buying webOS from HP would free Amazon from the licensing and patent issues surrounding Android.
Amazon Silk: Pros and Cons
The Silk browser is fast. It renders pages on Amazon’s cloud servers before delivering them to your Kindle Fire. But. There are issues with privacy and cloud outages and more.
