I normally don’t talk much about smartphones and tablet applications as there are so many different types of them on the market. This newsletter/blog has always been about Windows computing, either on the desktop or laptop. But, I cannot ignore the cellphones and tablets because so many of you have them…including me.
So, in this edition, I’ve included special articles on the best applications for iPad, iPhone, and Android Smart Phones. I’ve also included updates on the new Kindle Fire tablets and iPad tablets that will be coming out in the very near future. Of all the products mentioned, I only have an Android phone, which I like very much. Later this year, I hope to acquire a tablet of some type…am just waiting for the next generation to show up before I make up my mind.
But, I haven’t forgotten you mainstream computer users, as there are some interesting stories that may concern you. Pay close attention to the “Do Not Track Plus” add-on for all Web browsers. I‘ve installed it on Firefox and Chrome and it seems to work very well. Onward…-JCR
Microsoft warns of dangerous IE browser vulnerabilities
These most severe vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user simply views a specially crafted web page using Internet Explorer. Microsoft is warning all users of its Internet Explorer web browser to immediately apply the latest security patch as a precaution against malicious hacker attacks.
Terrific software and support ... for criminal botnet builders
Shadowy vendor of botnet construction kits based on Citadel Trojan provides platform with customer service that commercial software companies could learn from.
Windows 8 — streamlining the update process
It appears that Microsoft has heard our complaints about a tedious part of the Windows updating process. Changes in Windows 8 should make the never-ending task of installing patches a bit easier, by reducing mandatory system restarts.
Why Your MP3s Sound Bad: High-Resolution Audio Explained
There's more to digital music than MP3 and AAC files, as Neil Young recently reminded us. Here's why high-resolution audio is important.
Do Not Track Plus add-on stops the tracking paparazzi
If ad-blocking is the hacksaw of Internet-protecting add-ons, the overhauled add-on Do Not Track Plus bows today as a finely honed scalpel, excising tracking behaviors embedded in sites without destroying the modern Web. With video.
Amazon readying 9-inch Kindle Fire for 2012, analyst predicts
Bartley told investors in a research note this week that the 9-inch Kindle Fire could launch by the middle of the year. He didn't provide further details on the tablet, but did say that the 9-inch model should increase Kindle Fire sales this year from an expected 12.7 million units to 14.9 million.
Apple in 'crunch mode' preparing apps to demo iPad 3
Apple is expected to unveil its next-generation iPad at a event in San Francisco scheduled for the first week of March, according to a report.
Best Free iPad Apps
But here at Gizmo’s Freeware, we only select the best from the free ones running in full screen on your iPad, while iPhone apps running on the iPad in 1x or 2x mode are excluded from this list.
Best Free iPhone Apps
After using an iPhone for two years, I've learned that lots of things are just easier to do on the iPhone and it's great always having it near. If you are just starting to use an iPhone, I hope this list gets you up to speed with a lot of really great tools.
Best Free Android Apps
Android apps (short for applications) are mobile software designed for running on the Android operating system, which is one of the most popular platforms used in cellphones, tablets and other mobile devices. To help you get the best of the free ones, we have selected some gems in each category and added them here in a convenient list with clear and brief descriptions of each application item.
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