Mobile

Jumping Ship From Android To iPhone: A Switcher’s Guide

In the US, there’s finally a choice of iPhone carriers (something we’ve always enjoyed in Australia), so there’s going to be a rush of new iPhone buyers who didn’t want the slow AT&T network but are tempted by Verizon. Even in Australia, some people may have held off buying an iPhone because of supply difficulties. So let’s imagine you’ve ditched your stop-gap of an Android phone for what you really wanted all along. But wait — where are all your beloved Android features? Where’s your awesome, free turn-by-turn navigation? Your retro game emulators? Your freedom? Welcome to the iPhone. We’re here to help.


December 30, 2010
Cameras

Gizmodo’s Holiday Gadget Setup Guides

The wrapping paper is gone. Your family has exited. The dust? Settled. So it’s time to squeeze the most out of those terrific tech gifts you got—and we’re here to help. Check below for our comprehensive setup guides.


November 21, 2010
Gadgets

Great Gifts For Bad Drivers

Loved ones are loved ones—who cares if they think Stop signs are short for “Stoptional?” They still deserve the very best! Enhance their driving this holiday with a few gifts for the bad driver.


November 3, 2010
Geek Out

What Your Weed Smoking Choices Say About You

Today, California’s Prop 19 could possibly (but probably won’t) make smoking pot in the state legal. It seems like everyone smokes these days, but what can we learn about a person’s character based on how they choose to smoke?


October 13, 2010
Entertainment

Do I Need An Apple TV?

By lowering the price to $129, Apple has made a bold thrust into the living room, proclaiming, “This is the streamer for the masses.” But, ho, masses! Should you add this relatively inexpensive box to your increasingly cluttered TV system?


September 30, 2010
Mobile

How To Pick An Android Smartphone

The last few months have been phenomenal for Android fans, with Samsung’s Galaxy line hitting all four carriers and Verizon getting a few new, better Droids for their customers. But which should you pick? It’s actually an easy decision.


September 28, 2010
Gadgets

Home Automation! What You Need To Know To Not Be Dumb

Every tech freak, rich man and lazy boy wants to be able to control their house like a Bond nemesis controls his volcano. But… where do you start? Right. Here.


September 18, 2010
Entertainment

How To Protect All Your Precious Stuff

From your latest gadgets to your expensive big TV and even your car, here’s a complete guide on how to protect all your precious material things from thieves:


September 3, 2010
Software

How To Pick The Right Android Keyboard For YOU

There are tons of ways to tap text into your Android (y’know, when you’re not just talking to it). CareAce looked at the stock 2.1 keyboard, Better, Swype Beta, TouchPal, SwiftKey Beta and ThickButtons and sorted out what’s what.


August 11, 2010
Mobile

How To Improve Your Android’s Battery Life

In the words of Google co-founder Larry Page, “if you are not getting a day [of Android battery]there is something wrong.” There must be “something wrong” with a lot of our phones, so hence the How-To Geek’s practical guide.