[TechRepublic] iPhone 5 lacks killer feature, still impresses

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iPhone 5 lacks killer feature, still impresses The iPhone 5 lacks one big killer feature. But, Bill Detwiler explains why the phone's hardware improvements and iOS 6, make the iPhone 5 an impressive device. Read more Resource of the day The new workplace: are you ready? Read about the implications for IT managers & howyou can create a connected, mobile and agile workplace that delivers clear business value for today and the future. Download the white paper now! Additional TechRepublic resources   How to replace a broken laptop screen A cracked screen can make a laptop unusable. Luckily, you can fix it. Bill Detwiler gives you step-by-step instructions for replacing a broken laptop LCD panel. Read more Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 teardown shows rigid, repair-friendly design Bill Detwiler disassembles the Galaxy Note 10.1 and shows you why it's easy to service and an improvement over the 10-inch Galaxy Tab. Read more iPhone 5's thin, ultrafast, and comes with 4G LTE: Will you buy one? The Apple iPhone 5's design, size, camera, and Lightning connector are already generating a lot of buzz. Read about the iPhone 5 specs and features, and take our poll. Read more Apple's Big Day: iPhone 5 With the iPhone 5, Apple pushes the envelope once again with its smartphone design and execution. Jack Wallen highlights the iPhone 5's main features. Read more Infographic: Thwarting cyberspace invaders Florida Tech University illustrates the need for trained IT and security professionals to combat the rise of cybercrime. Read more Upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate with Anytime Upgrade Greg Shultz walks you through the entire procedure of using Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade to upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate. Read more Set up email accounts in Simple Groupware Jack Wallen provides all the information your SMB needs to start setting incoming and outgoing email for all the users on your Simple Groupware server. Read more 10 things you should know before buying a Galaxy S III smartphone If you're thinking about buying a Galaxy S III, be forewarned. This phone offers some incredibly cool features -- but you'll want to factor in a few gotchas. Read more The iPad Mini: Smaller size and price appeal in the enterprise? Patrick Gray speculates rumors about smaller Apple tablets and larger iPhones. What does the potential iPad Mini means for enterprise technology leaders? Read more Featured multimedia   A closer look at the new iTunes (pictures) Apple's shiny new 2012 iPods (pictures) Eyes on Apple's new iPhone 5 (pictures) Apple's big iPhone 5 reveal (pictures) Featured multimedia   Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Bill Detwiler cracks open the Galaxy Note 10.1. This Samsung tablet is easy to open, simple to service, and has several improvements over the 10-inch Galaxy Tab. View on site Slideshow: Delete Windows 8 in a dual-boot system Greg Shultz shows you how to remove Windows 8 from a dual-boot configuration. View on site Five handy network apps for your portable toolkit From monitoring tools to full-blown servers, here are five good networking apps you can carry with you. View on site Featured Webcast LIVE WEBCAST: The IT Factor, Secrets of Outsourcing TechRepublic & ZDNet present, Secrets of Outsourcing, September 20th at 1pm PT, 4pm ET. This webcast will examine how and when businesses should consider outsourcing, which IT functions can be outsourced, pitfalls to avoid, corporate culture, and when to keep things in-house. Today's recommended downloads The new workplace: are you ready? The new workplace: are you ready? Free 2011 Salary Report Remote support for PCs, Macs and Smartphones (LogMeIn) From Possible to Proven: Delivering Business Value Through Smarter Analytics (IBM)   About this newsletter I dissect the latest business tech products and analyze the internal components in order to help IT leaders make smart hardware purchasing and deployment decisions. Bill Detwiler Head Technology Editor My Twitter feed: @billdetwiler Connect with TechRepublic 4G: What does it mean for business? As mobile operators worldwide roll out 4G networks that promise speeds several times faster than 3G, TechRepublic looks at the potential benefits of 4G for business and what firms should know before getting on board. TechRepublic newsletters   Get technical tips and tutorials, IT industry analysis, geeky discussions, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Smartphones Tablets in the Enterprise Geekend TechRepublic UK

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