Tag Archives: smartphone

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11 Ways to Protect Your Smartphone From a Thief

Make sure the personal info on your phone doesn't fall into the wrong hands

Losing your cell phone nowadays could cost you more than a few numbers, be sure…

By Hajj Flemings

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Twitter is a power platform for business users and entrepreneurs to humanize their brand and communicate their message directly with their audience. To fully optimize it as a business tool, though, you’ll have to use third party applications and other online tools. This is especially true for users who have to manage multiple Twitter accounts and conversations. Third party apps and tools provide users a richer Twitter experience and enable deeper engagement with their followers. 	Currently, 58% of published tweets come from official Twitter apps, while the remaining 42% come from third-party apps. That’s a lot of apps and with so many options available, it’s hard to know where to start. Well, here are 10 essential Twitter tools to get the most out of your social media experience. —Hajj E. Flemings

10 Twitter Tools Every Business-Minded User Should Use

When it comes to navigating the Twitterverse, these nifty tools and apps will help you get through the clutter and down to business

From photo sharing to URL shortening, these Twitter apps and tools are essential for navigating…

By Hajj Flemings

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3 Mobile Apps That’ll Help You Find the Cheapest Gas Prices

With gas prices on the rise, getting the most out of your tank is a must. Don't worry there's an app for that!

To help you manage the rising price of gas, I recommend these three mobile apps…

By John Simons

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Black Blogger Month: Mario Armstrong, Multi-Media Master

Gadget guru takes technology to minorities with entertaining content that also fulfills small business needs

Technology expert Mario Armstrong preaches social media literacy and small business principles online through his…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

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8 Mobile Apps That Will Increase Your Business Productivity

There's no telling when and where business can happen, so make sure these apps are downloaded on your phone

Take your business to the next level and on-the-go by being sure to optimize your…

By Hajj Flemings

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You the Consumer Have the Power

Black Enterprise's President/CEO reminds consumers of their financial power and right to great customer service

For decades, African Americans have been hit with what has been called the “Black tax.”…

By Earl "Butch" Graves Jr.

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In the News: Want to Check Your Refund Check Status? There’s An App For That

The IRS launches a smartphone app for iPhone and Android users

The Internal Revenue Service is changing with the times, launching IRS2Go, an app for iPhone…

By Janel Martinez

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Follow Black Enterprise at the Consumer Electronics Show

Drop in all week for news, tips, videos and reviews of the hottest tech products of 2011

Visit BlackEnterprise.com daily between Jan. 4 to Jan 10 for reports on the latest tech…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

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Gingerbread is Here

Five features youll only find on Googles new operating system

It’s Christmas time and everyone has candy canes on the brain; but this holiday season…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

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8 Ways to Protect Your Smartphone from Viruses

Take precaution because mobile malware is on the rise

Your smartphone is just as vulnerable to virus attacks as your computer. Follow these eight…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

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