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Video: Samsung Sunburst and Strive unboxing video

Michael Oryl — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:39:24 -0400

We unbox and take a very quick look at the new Samsung Sunburst TouchWiz phone and the Samsung Strive QWERTY messaging phone for AT&T.
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Sprint says HTC Hero and Samsung Moment will get Android 2.1 update

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:51:25 -0400

Amid rumors that the HTC Hero and the Samsung Moment would receive an Android 2.1 update, Phone Scoop has confirmed with Sprint that the update will indeed happen. Sprint spokesperson Caroline Semerdjian told the site the Android 2.1 update will occur during the start of the Q2 2010.
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Sprint updates HTC Touch Pro 2 to Windows Mobile 6.5

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:20:13 -0400

Sprint just announced that an HTC Touch Pro 2 update is available. Version 2.04.651.4 of the Touch Pro 2 software installs Windows Mobile 6.5, HTC Sense user interface enhancements, improves the social networking functionality, and fixes a few minor bugs. To update your phone, head over to Sprint's forums.
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3,000 Vodafone HTC Magic Android smartphones infected with malware

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:44:50 -0400

Earlier this month there were isolated reports that Vodafone in Spain had been shipping HTC Magic devices infected with Mariposa botnet malware. Now, as many has 3,000 Android powered HTC Magic devices have been infected with the Conficker worm, Mariposa botnet, and a Lineage (game) password stealer, through their 8GB microSD cards. Vodafone is sending letters, replacement microSD cards, and virus scan instructions, to those with the malware.
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AT&T Global Messaging 50 plan drops international SMS costs

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:24:48 -0400

Today AT&T announced its new Global Messaging 50 package. The $10 per month subscription lets you send 50 text, IM, picture, or video messages from more than 90 countries. The service, clearly not for messaging addicts, charges $0.40 cents for every sent message past the allocated 50. That's a $.10 savings over the typical $.50 international message cost, or $1.30 for MMS texts. The service kicks off on March 20th.
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Verizon Wireless explains Motorola DROID Android 2.1 rollout

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:11:37 -0400

Verizon Wireless has clarified its Android 2.1 rollout schedule for the Motorola DROID. "The Android 2.1 upgrade for the DROID by Motorola was deployed to a small number of Verizon Wireless test users as scheduled. It is expected that the broader phased rollout to all DROID by Motorola users will take place, but not just yet. No date scheduled, we will keep you posted." We're standing by with a test device waiting for our rollout and will keep you updated.
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Palm reports net loss in Q3 FY 2010 earnings, performance "deeply disappointing"

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:57:37 -0400

Palm reported its third quarter fiscal year 2010 earnings yesterday. Despite increased revenues, the company saw a 29 percent decrease in smartphone sales to customers, and reported a net loss.
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Bharti Airtel in India to sell Apple iPhone 3GS

Todd Haselton — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:38:01 -0400

Today Indian wireless carrier Bharti Airtel said that it has reached an agreement to carry the iPhone 3GS smartphone in the coming months. The carrier hasn't announced a specific launch date or pricing, but it does have a splash page with more information and a "coming soon," header.
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Google Buzz widget launches for Android

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:07:21 -0400

Today Google announced that smartphone owners with Android 1.6 or newer installed can now download a Google Buzz widget. The widget lets you "Buzz" what's going on in your current location, and you can also include a picture with your post. The software is free and can be installed from the Android Market. To display the widget on your homescreen tap Menu > Add > Widgets > Google Buzz.
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Press Release: Virgin Media goes Android crazy

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:01:59 -0400

Android handsets arrive in force on Virgin Media.
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Press Release: Yahoo! Named as the Exclusive Search Service on Telefonica's Mobile Portal in Spain

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:02:27 -0400

Yahoo! Continues to Extend Mobile Presence by Providing Millions of Telef�nica Customers Across Spain With an Industry-Leading Mobile Search Experience
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Motorola DROID Android 2.1 update delayed?

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:25:54 -0400

Even though we were told an update was expected to begin at noon today, rumor has it a last minute bug has delayed the Verizon Wireless Motorola DROID update to Android 2.1. According to a screenshot obtained by Engadget, "The OTA software update for the Droid by Motorola is TBD. A new date will be communicated as soon as possible."
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T-Mobile USA considering joint venture with Clearwire for additional spectrum

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:07:07 -0400

During an investor meeting, T-Mobile's chief executive, Robert Dotson, said that the company has been in joint venture discussions with cable companies, namely Clearwire, in an effort to gain more spectrum.
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Help Nokia design a concept phone

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:46:22 -0400

Nokia recently launched its Design by Community initiative, in which it's asking mobile phone users to help create a concept device. You'll be able to vote on what the concept phone will look like, and what its specs are.
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Nokia launching unlimited Comes with Music program in India

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:34:41 -0400

Nokia said recently that it will release its unlimited "Comes with Music" service in India. The application allows supported Nokia phones to download unlimited digital rights management (DRM) locked music for one year. The tunes can then be played back on the device or on a computer.
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China Mobile pursuing Apple iPhone and iPad

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:32:24 -0400

China Mobile has its eyes on the iPhone and the iPad, according to AFP. "We're hoping we'll come to an agreement on the iPhone as soon as possible," China Mobile's chairman and chief executive, Wang Jianzhou said. "We will continue to express our interest in the iPhone. But not just the iPhone, also the iPad." Another Chinese carrier, China Unicom, already sells the iPhone.
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Sprint introduces new Mobile Broadband on Demand for wholesale partners

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:29:29 -0400

Today Sprint and Telspree Communications announced Mobile Broadband on Demand. Sold through Telspree, the service will allow Sprint Wholesale partners to add prepaid wireless broadband products and services to their offerings. Telspree will help wholesale customers decide what they need and integrate backend systems and assist with billing and logistics.
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Google denied "Nexus One" mobile trademark

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:09:55 -0400

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied Google the Nexus One trademark name, citing "a likelihood of confusion." Another company, Integra Telecom, owns the Nexus brand.
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Google updates Maps for Android to version 4.1

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:34:30 -0400

Google updated its Maps application to version 4.1 for Android 1.6 and newer, as well as added live wallpaper support for Android 2.1 devices. The software includes a host of upgrades including swipe support, and a Latitude widget.
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HTC responds to Apple's legal actions

Todd Haselton — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:24:46 -0400

Today HTC issued a response to Apple's claims that HTC has infringed on 20 patents involving hardware and user interfaces. The company says it disagrees with Apple and will fully defend itself.
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Samsung S8000 Jet Ultra Edition feature phone launches exclusively for O2 UK

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:11:12 -0400

Today O2 UK launched the Samsung S8000 Ultra Edition feature phone. The device is free with �15 ($22.94) per month 2-year contract or a 18-month contract with a �20 ($30.59) per month plan. The device has a gamut of features including an 800MHz processor, a 5 megapixel camera, and Samsung's TouchWiz user interface. Read out our review of the unlocked version.
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Video: Casio Brigade for Verizon video - part 1 of 2

Michael Oryl — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:37:59 -0400

Here's a look at the rugged QWERTY keyboard-equipped Brigade for Verizon. It is water, dust, and shock resistant and offers push-to-talk and solid multimedia features. Full written review coming soon.
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Technical issues delay Palm's AT&T launch until summer?

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:22:24 -0400

According to a new analyst report, Palm's webOS devices may not launch on AT&T until this summer. The delay is said to involve technical issues.
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Sprint version of Google Nexus One coming soon

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:58:12 -0400

Today Sprint said that a Sprint version of Google's Android powered Nexus One is on its way. The carrier has not yet announced pricing or a release date, although we suspect it could be a similar time frame as Verizon Wireless' Nexus One, due out this summer. The device will be available online at google.com/phone. For more information on the Nexus One, read our full review.
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Mobile app industry will surge to $17.5 billion in 2012

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:58:00 -0400

A new study conducted by Chetan Sharma Consulting for GetJar has found that the mobile application market will be worth $17.5 billion in 2012. The study also offers some interesting tidbits on who consumes the most applications, and who pays for them.
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Samsung updates I5700 Galaxy Spica to Android 2.1

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:38:04 -0400

Today Samsung announced that Android 2.1 is available for the I5700 Galaxy Spica smartphone. Owners can upgrade using Samsung's PC Studio 7 software, which is available from www.samsungmobile.com. Android 2.1 includes pinch-to-zoom inside its browser, gallery, and maps application. It also includes enhancements to homescreen widgets, a more attractive main menu, and more. For more information on the Galaxy Spica, check out our hands-on review.
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Will Sprint's HTC Supersonic be the first 4G smartphone?

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:21:17 -0400

Sprint is planning launch the first smartphone that's capable of running on a 4G network, the HTC Supersonic, according to The Wall Street Journal. The announcement is expected during CTIA next week.
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Press Release: WHERE Announces Real-Time Integration of Where.com with iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Palm and over 100 Other Mobile Devices

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:14:07 -0400

People can now Discover, Save and Share Places and Events on the Web and Automatically Synch them with their Phones
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Motorola DROID Android 2.1 upgrade rolling out

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:07:25 -0400

Today Verizon Wireless posted a PDF document with instructions on how to upgrade the Motorola DROID to Android 2.1 The latest update, version AP:ESE53/BM: C_01.3E.03P includes pinch to zoom support for the browser, gallery, and Google Maps. It also adds live wallpaper support, voice-to-text entry, enhanced weather and news apps, and a host of improvements. There are also reports that Verizon Wireless will issue an over-the-air update beginning on Thursday.
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T-Mobile's Android-powered Motorola CLIQ XT with MOTOBLUR review

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:05:33 -0400

The new Motorola CLIQ XT for T-Mobile USA, known as the QUENCH in other markets, is an Android-powered smartphone in a slim, attractive form factor that features the MOTOBLUR social networking system. Learn all about it in Todd's full review.
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AT&T launches Airo Wireless A25is Windows Mobile rugged smartphone

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:47:17 -0400

Today AT&T announced its first rugged smartphone capable of handling all of its business mobile applications, the Windows Mobile 6.1 powered Airo Wireless A25is.
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AT&T ZERO Charger eliminates vampire power drawing

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:29:51 -0400

Today AT&T announced a new eco-friendly charging solution, the AT&T ZERO Charger. The device helps conserve energy by eliminating "vampire drawing," which happens when a charger pulls power even when it's not needed. The device uses a USB connection, allowing it to work with most cellphones. The charger will be available in May and will cost the same as replacement chargers do.
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BlackBerry Push Service open to all BlackBerry developers

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:06:02 -0400

Today Research in Motion (RIM) announced that developers working with the BlackBerry platform can now use BlackBerry Push to quickly deliver up to 8KB of content to customers. BlackBerry Push also provides users with notifications about applications that are running in the background. Developers can visit blackberry.com/developers/pushservice for more information.
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Google enables gesture search on Android 1.6

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:51:24 -0400

Two weeks after announcing gesture search functionality for Android 2.0, Google has announced that the application is now available for Android 1.6 smartphones. The software allows you to search your Android device by swiping your finger across the screen. It's available now in the Android Market or on Google's mobile blog.
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Motorola CLIQ XT Android smartphone launches on T-Mobile for $129

Todd Haselton — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:58:53 -0400

T-Mobile launched the CLIQ XT today for $129 with a 2-year contract. The Android powered smartphone follows the original CLIQ XT but ditches the QWERTY keyboard and adds a few unique multimedia features. We'll have our review up shortly.
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HTC HD2 available from T-Mobile USA on March 24

Michael Oryl — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:11:40 -0400

As its launch party in NYC was just getting underway, T-Mobile announced via Twitter that the HTC HD2 would be available to its customers starting March 24 for $199.99. The HD2 is a Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphone that features a massive 4.3-inch display. You can read our review of the EU model here.
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Press Release: United Airlines Launches Mobile Check-in Capabilities, Mobile Boarding Pass

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:00:42 -0400

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Xobni Mobile for BlackBerry smartphones now available

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:00:00 -0400

Xobni, the popular Outlook contact management tool, is now available for BlackBerry smartphones. The company also launched its Xobni One service.
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Windows Phone 7 Series to lack copy/paste?

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:47:25 -0400

It seems hard to believe given Microsoft's typical focus around business functionality in its smartphones, but rumors are swirling that its latest operating system, Windows Phone 7 Series, could lack copy and paste support. If that's the case, it sounds like something that needs to be added before the operating system's expected launch during the holiday season of this year.
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Average price of paid smartphone apps up 43 percent this year

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:37:27 -0400

The Yankee Group has released its latest report, titled The Mobile App Gold Rush Speeds Up, which found that the price of smartphone apps has risen since last year. It also discovered that AT&T customers download the most apps, and a few other compelling tidbits about the smartphone application market.
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Google Nexus One smartphone lands on AT&T and Rogers Wireless for $529

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:33:30 -0400

Today Google launched the Nexus One with support for 3G on AT&T and Rogers Wireless. The phone is retailing right now on Google's website, www.google.com/phone, for $529.00 without a carrier contract. The Nexus One originally launched for T-Mobile, and a Verizon Wireless version is expected later this year.
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Motorola DROID tops iPhone sales in first 74 days

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:43:44 -0400

Motorola sold 1.05 million Android powered DROID devices in its first 74 days on the market, the same period it took Apple to sell 1 million iPhones after the device first launched on June 29th, 2007. Google, however, sold just 135,000 Nexus One units during the same time period.
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DemoAnywhere lets Sprint customers test drive 30+ phones

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:33:48 -0400

Sprint today launched its new DemoAnywhere service powered by DeviceAnywhere. The service will allow customers to try out new devices online before they purchase them, using a web interface, and Sprint will also use it to improve customer support.
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AT&T: Small businesses need wireless tech to survive

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:21:07 -0400

AT&T latest Small Business Technology Poll found that 65 percent of small businesses said that they could not survive without wireless technology services. Read on for more findings in the study.
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Windows Phone 7 Series won't multitask, apps limited to Windows Phone Marketplace

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:07:53 -0400

Yesterday, during the MIX conference in Las Vegas, Microsoft highlighted loads of new features in its Windows Phone 7 Series platform. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks, too.
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Broadcasters on board with FCC National Broadband Plan

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:43:11 -0400

The Federal Communications Commission's chairman, Julius Genachowski, says some U.S. broadcasting companies are on board with the FCC's National Broadband Plan.
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Final versions of Opera Mini 5 and Opera Mobile 10 released

Todd Haselton — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:17:02 -0400

Today Opera Software announced that its Opera Mini 5 and Opera Mobile 10 web browsers are now full products, outside of the beta testing phase for most phones. Opera Mini 5 is available for Java-based BlackBerry devices, while the company says the product is still in beta for Android and Windows Mobile handsets. Opera Mobile 10 is available for Windows Mobile and Symbian S60 phones. Opera didn't detail what was added to the final release of both browsers, which are available at m.opera.com.
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Review of HTC's Legend, a Hero on a metal-rich diet

Russell Jefferies — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0400

Russell has put together a review and video of the sleek aluminum-bodied Android 2.1 smartphone known as the HTC Legend for your drooling pleasure. With the latest Sense UI and a AMOLED touchscreen, the Legend is almost too hot to touch. Learn all about it in this review.
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Mog streaming music app set to launch on Android, iPhone

Todd Haselton — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:26:56 -0400

At the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin Texas, Mog announced that its Mog All Access for Mobile application will launch on the iPhone and on Android platforms later this year. The service provides streaming music for $10 per month. It has yet to be approved by Apple's App Store.
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AT&T adds smartphone touch to feature phones

Todd Haselton — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:48:28 -0400

AT&T introduced three new services for the four new feature phones it launched today: AT&T Address Book, AT&T Mobile Share, and a revamped interface for text messaging that includes threaded conversations.
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