You’re in the big game now. You just got your new Android device, you’re checking emails, stocks, and sports scores, and “this is the best thing ever.” Overall, you’re satisfied. The Android phone is faster than your BlackBerry, “cooler” than your flip phone, and you can finally see what’s on your big screen. You’re officially in mobile… Continue Reading
Tag Archives: Android
Top Five Android Phones I’d Buy Today
Moving to Android is perhaps one of the best decisions you can make to better you law practice. David Chanin is one such attorney who wants to be numbered among the best. David’s looking to switch from BlackBerry to a new smartphone with more power and reliability. David wonders what’s the best option for someone… Continue Reading
Is Google Now for iOS Bad for Android?
Google announced the availability of Google Now for iPad and iPhone, and the iTunes Store has the updated Google Search app. There are a number of Android lovers who mourn the loss of their beloved, only-available-on-Android, Google Now feature. Admittedly, I’m among the pack of mourners. My body and mind hurled the same range of emotions I… Continue Reading
Resources for Android-Using Lawyers
This post is a special courtesy to a reader who asks about some resources for using Android tablets in a law practice or for legal research. Naturally, the question presumes that there are other resources for lawyers using Android devices besides this blog. In fact, as Google shows us, there are over 4 million hits for… Continue Reading
Android Really Isn’t for Attorneys
Well, it’s time to admit that Android doesn’t work when we’re talking about the legal practice. At least, that’s what this post by Adriana Linares would have you believe. Now, we’ve been down this road before, on several occasions. Someone claims that Android doesn’t work for lawyers, and I combat their thinking. Usually, the argument’s… Continue Reading
Google’s Killing Spree: Is Android Next?
Google Reader became such an ingrained service in my daily news gathering, that its untimely demise leaves some difficult to replace void in my life. Sure, I’m loving Fever, but acting in a world without Reader, how can I survive? To add insult and suffering, check out this post. Sure, I can survive without Groups, Blogger,… Continue Reading
The Lawyer’s Guide to Android Tablets
This post is longer (1700 words) than most of the other posts on this site. Beware. Over at iPhone J.D., Jeff wrote a great post on selecting an iPad. I’ve written several similar posts, like this one about tablets in the legal industry, or this post where I discuss the best Android tablets for lawyers. I half-heartily stabbed the… Continue Reading
Android Gmail App Updated
Go grab the update for Gmail app. The newest release includes the ability to “reply, archive or delete from notifications” without the need to open the app, and some performance improvements. The action is pretty cool when you use it. That’s a pretty nifty feature.… Continue Reading
Apple’s Innovations
Emily Stewart over at onlinemba.com threw me a decent video to post, including a nifty write-up on their blog. The post and video discuss the ways Apple “innovates” in developing its products. Admittedly, Apple’s tactics aren’t any worse than some other companies, but it’s nice to know just what’s being boasted. Watch out though, because… Continue Reading
Hanging With My Androids
It’s snowing this morning here in OKC, so that means I’m not getting a lot accomplished. That’s okay though, I have some Android friends to keep me company. I hope you’re staying warm, keeping happy, and enjoying the midway point of this week.… Continue Reading