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iThoughtsHD, developed by Craig Scott, is a handy tool to make your mind maps digital.

Whether you use mind maps for revision, task and project planning or goal setting, the mind-mapping tool can be used to quickly write up your notes or export data from other sources including Excel and ConceptDraw. After completion, you can export your maps to Powerpoint, Keynote, Word, Pages or as a PDF.

For iPhone users, a similar app is available called iThoughts.

This app is compatible with the iPad. Requires iOS 5.1 or later.

Price: $9.99

Download: Apple App Store

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Users of Amazon's Echo smart speaker can now set Outlook as a default calendar for the Alexa service to access.

Outlook users can set Microsoft's web-based calendar as the default option for their Amazon Echo and other Alexa-powered devices: Microsoft said this includes accounts with email addresses ending in @outlook.com, @hotmail.com and @live.com.

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They can then check or add events by voice. For example, you can ask: "Alexa, add 'dinner with Katie' to my calendar," or "Alexa, what's on my calendar today?"

It's not the first calendar for Alexa; the service has integrated Google Calendar since it was launched, but it also shows Microsoft's determination to have its services available on as many devices as possible, even if it doesn't make them.

The move also reflects the continuing momentum behind Amazon's smart device with its embedded voice-powered digital assistant, Alexa, which has evolved from a novelty into the next big thing in technology. The Alexa service is being integrated with devices ranging from from washing machines to smart door locks.

Also, according to The Wall Street Journal, Amazon is also looking at how the Amazon Echo could be used for voice calls too. It's hardly a big stretch: the device already has a microphone, a speaker and a web connection: however, according to the WSJ there are still privacy and regulatory issues to be resolved.

Check Amazon's support website for instructions on how to set Outlook as the default calendar.

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Clients of Amazon's Reverberate brilliant speaker can now set Viewpoint as a default timetable for the Alexa administration to get to. 

Standpoint clients can set Microsoft's online date-book as the default alternative for their Amazon Resound and other Alexa-fueled gadgets: Microsoft said this incorporates accounts with email addresses finishing in @outlook.com, @hotmail.com and @live.com.

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They can then check or include occasions by voice. For instance, you can ask: "Alexa, include 'supper with Katie' to my date-book," or "Alexa, what's on my timetable today?"

It's not the principal timetable for Alexa; the administration has coordinated Google Logbook since it was propelled, yet it additionally demonstrates Microsoft's assurance to have its administrations accessible on whatever number gadgets as could reasonably be expected, regardless of the possibility that it doesn't make them.

The move likewise mirrors the proceeding with energy behind Amazon's keen gadget with its inserted voice-controlled advanced colleague, Alexa, which has developed from a curiosity into the following huge thing in innovation. The Alexa administration is being incorporated with gadgets going from clothes washers to savvy entryway locks.

Likewise, as indicated by The Money Road Diary, Amazon is additionally taking a gander at how the Amazon Resound could be utilized for voice calls as well. It's not really a major extend: the gadget as of now has a mouthpiece, a speaker and a web association: be that as it may, as indicated by the WSJ there are still security and administrative issues to be settled.

Check Amazon's bolster site for directions on the most proficient method to set Viewpoint as the default date-boo

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Hands-on with Android 7 Nougat on the Samsung Galaxy S7: screenshot gallery

The long awaited Google Android 7 Nougat update is finally rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge owners. There are some major appearance changes and improvements in performance.

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Android 7 Nougat comes to the Samsung Galaxy S7

While Samsung has done a fantastic job over the last year in getting monthly Android security updates to its devices, I've always told folks the best way to get the next major version of Android on a Samsung device was to simply purchase the newest device. It's just about time for the Galaxy S8 to launch so that means the S7 is getting the latest software now.

In January, Samsung announced the Android 7 Nougat update would be coming soon to the Galaxy S7 and last night the update hit the T-Mobile S7 in my hand. Unlike the Apple iPhone or Google Pixel, most major Android version updates roll out over an extended period of time after carrier testing and release. If you want timely updates on Android, buy a Pixel.

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Chuwi's Hi13 13.5-inch convertible tablet is $369 Surface Book alternative

The Chuwi Hi13 looks like the Microsoft Surface Book on the outside, but its insides and price say otherwise.

Many Chinese manufacturers produce devices that will never reach North American shores, save through online importers, but Chuwi is an exception that sells its offerings directly through Amazon. So when the company preps a new system like the Hi13, it may be of greater interest than just to Chinese buyers.

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The Hi13 is clearly an attempt to produce a cheaper version of Microsoft's Surface Book 2-in-1 tablet. It has the same size screen (13.5-inches) with the same resolution (3,000x2,000) and emphasizes digital pen input just like the Surface Book. But aside from both devices running Windows, the similarities basically end there.

At $369, the Hi13 is several hundred dollars less costly than the Surface Book -- and a look at its other specs quickly shows why. Whereas Microsoft uses the latest Intel Core i5 and i7 processors, Chuwi builds its knock-off around an Intel Celeron N3450 processor. Likewise, the lowest-priced Surface Book starts with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of built-in storage, while the Hi13 comes with half the amount of each. Microsoft includes its Surface Pen standard and provides some configurations with optional Nvidia graphics cards; Chuwi instead has an optional digital pen and relies on integrated graphics.

If you can live with the lesser performance of the Hi13, it still includes a USB Type-C port, dual-band Wi-Fi, and four stereo speakers. (The detachable keyboard adds a pair of non-Type-C USB ports.) Chuwi promises 7 hours of battery life from its 10,000 mAh battery, which is far shorter than the Surface Book's claimed 12 hours of battery life.

The Hi13 is slated to go on sale starting on Monday -- don't expect Microsoft to be very concerned. However, if you live in England and don't want to pay the Brexit surcharge (over 10 percent) on the Surface Book, you may just want to see if Chuwi sells directly to the UK.

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ZTE on Friday announced the end of its Kickstarter campaign for the Hawkeye phone -- originally called "Project CSX" and set to have features picked from the community.

The company did poorly on Kickstarter, raising only $36,245 of its $500,000 funding goal.

The Hawkeye phone promised a self-adhering case and eye-tracking technology to enable hands-free experiences. While ZTE hasn't ruled out the Hawkeye completely, the crowdfunding campaign has ended.

ZTE said in a post on Kickstarter:

Project CSX has always been about going against the norm and trying something different. But above all, it's been about listening to you, the consumer. Based on the feedback we've received on both Kickstarter and our own Z-Community forum, we've decided to phase out this campaign; however, this doesn't mean the project is over. We are reevaluating the device for the winning Project CSX idea - an eye-tracking feature with self adhesive backing - and it will be implemented based on your feedback.

ZTE will refund the money to early backers of the $199 phone. It was just a few weeks ago ZTE was asking backers for help with specifications for the Hawkeye, after backers expressed the specs were too mid-range. ZTE hoped to ship the phone in September 2017.

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To counter a national aversion to digital payments of any kind, the northern Italian city of Bergamo has taken matters into its own hands, with some beneficial results.

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How to turn your iPhone or Android smartphone into a satellite phone

I find it pretty weird that there's cellphone coverage on the top of Mount Everest, yet there are loads of dead spots in my neighborhood. One way to get guaranteed cellphone coverage anywhere in the world is to own a satellite phone, and now you can transform your existing smartphone into a satellite phone by just sliding it into a case.

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Yes, that's right, you no longer need a dedicated satellite phone. What you need is a Thuraya SatSleeve.

Just slide on the sleeve, and BINGO! You have a satellite phone.

In addition to offering support for calls and SMS messaging, the latest SatSleeves also have satellite data functionalities for emails, instant messaging, browsing and so on.

Yes, calls and data are going to cost you an arm and a leg (don't be surprised if it adds up to several dollars a minute depending on where you want to use your handset). But for those time when you just have to make - or receive - that call, nothing beats a satellite phone.

The SatSleeve comes in three flavors:

• SatSleeve for iPhone: Adaptor for iPhone 5/5s is inside the package (adaptors for iPhone 4/4s and iPhone 6/6S are available from Thuraya Service Partners)
• SatSleeve for Android: Adaptor for Samsung Galaxy S4 is inside the package (adaptors for Samsung Galaxy S3 and S5 are available from Thuraya Service Partners)
• SatSleeve+: A universal sleeve compatible with a variety of iPhones and Android devices.

The SatSleeve also features a built-in rechargeable battery to extend the battery life of your smartphone, and there's an optional solar charger for those times your adventures take you far from a power socket.

The SatSleeve isn't cheap - it costs around $499 - but if you need coverage where there isn't a ground-based carrier service, this could very well be what you need.

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