I’ll tell you what I did yesterday to solve this dilemma. First I got into my car and turned on the A/C. Then drove several miles northeast to our one and only Apple Store. The reason: of course to see the new iPhones.
One can look at all the pretty on-line pictures and read all the interesting articles, but until you hold one in your hand and play with it, you really don’t have a good idea what it is all about…and that is what I did.
I took out my iPhone 5 and held it up against both the new models. Before entering the store, I was leaning toward getting the 5.5” Six Plus model…and after comparing both models to my current phone, there is no doubt I want the big one. The 4.7” model was not all that much larger than my 4” iPhone 5, at least to my eyes.
The 6+ is definitely quite a bit larger. And having owned a large smartphone before, this is definitely the model for me. I have read so many articles about the new phones and what other people preferred that I came to the conclusion that any phone is an individual preference. While I want the 6+, many others may think it too big. All I can say is try them both out for yourself. Or maybe you prefer an Android phone. Whatever the case, get what pleases you.
I watched movie previews on both phones and the screens on both are sharp as a tack. The 6+ has better camera features including anti-shake…and a good camera is important to me. One word of warning…the back of each phone is slick and can easily fall out of your hand. So, if you buy one, be sure to get a case right away.
Last time, I didn’t feature any articles on Android. In this edition, you will find several articles on both Android and iOS. See below. Enjoy. -JRC
Tech News and Opinions
Home Depot breach exposes a whopping 56M credit cards
The hardware chain says it has eliminated all malware from its systems after a massive hack put tens of millions of customers' data at risk.
Google Now's latest trick is finding you a cheaper flight
Poking around on Google Flights for a trip will drop a card into the search giant's digital assistant now and will alert you when prices change based on your recent destination or itinerary searches.
Microsoft offers free Office 365 directly to students
To get the software for free, head to the Office 365 for Students website and enter a valid school-provided email address.
Where do the most people go for TV online? YouTube
A Magid survey found more people report going to Google's video site to watch television shows than Netflix or Hulu.
Google Abandons Google+ Sign-Up Requirement for New Google Accounts
This is a pretty big step for the search giant, as Google had been mandating this Google+ account creation for the better part of 2.5 years or so—since January 2012.
Computer Tips and Tricks
Androids Apps Coming to Chromebooks
Look out, Windows! With Google starting to bring over a million Android apps to Chromebooks, the Windows PC is going to face a real challenge.
Symantec releases simplified Norton Security line of Products
Hands-on: Buying Norton for your PC or Mac just got a lot simpler. The product has a rich set of features and the threat protection is excellent.
Three warning signs that email is malicious
Here are three basic tip-offs you can look for to figure out whether you're looking at an email with dishonest intentions. They're hardly an exhaustive list, but more often than not one of these tips will save you from getting suckered.
Apple releases iCloud Drive for Windows PCs
Beyond file syncing, iCloud Drive also offers a feature that lets you sync your bookmarks in Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome with Safari for iOS. You can also integrate iCloud mail, contacts, calendars, and tasks with Outlook 2007 or later.
What to Do if Your Laptop Is Plugged In but Not Charging
If your laptop is plugged in but isn't getting any juice, follow these easy steps to troubleshoot the problem.
Mobile Computing - Android
How to run Android apps in Chrome
What if you could run any Android app you wanted? And what if all you needed was a Chrome browser? That would be pretty awesome. Luckily it’s not just something we can dream about. Thanks to some clever hackers it’s really possible. Here’s how you can do it!
How to transfer your data from Android to your new iPhone
Are you making the change from Android to iPhone? Here is how to make the transition to your new iPhone easier
Android Toolkit - Must Have Apps for your Android Phone
This is an extensive list of some of the best Android apps for your phone and maybe your tablet that will help you be more efficient and productive.
10 Android features that still make it better than iOS 8
Apple's new iOS 8 may have blatantly appropriated some of Android's marquee features—like the Notifications panel and support for third-party keyboards—but it still misses some of what Android users love about the mobile operating system
Google to encrypt data on new version of Android by default
Encryption has been optional since 2011, but Android L, due out later this year, will include activation procedures for automatic encryption.
Mobile Computing – iOS
You can charge your iPhone 6 faster by using your iPad charger
Here’s a simple trick to charge your iPhone battery faster: The latest iPhones have the ability to draw 2.1A of current, and with the right charger the iPhone 6 can fill up to 90% battery life in about two hours.
How to Set Up Family Sharing in iOS 8
Apple users can now share iTunes and App Store purchases with up to six people. Here's how to do it.
11 Tips to Keep iOS 8 From Destroying Your Battery Life
While iOS 8 comes with plenty of advantages, upgrading to a new operating system is never without its drawbacks. Maybe battery life just ain't quite what you'd want it to be, but we've got some tips to squeeze the most out of that sucker and stay juiced all day long.
How to master Messages in iOS 8
iOS 8 brings great new changes to the mobile version of the Messages app, some of which might not be immediately apparent. Here’s a look at the new features and how best to use them.
The Best iPad Tips and Tricks [Updated for iOS 7 and iOS 8]
If you are new to the iOS 7 or iOS 8, check out this article which can be helpful for using an iPad or iPad mini with the new version installed.
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