Wednesday, April 7, 2010

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LG GD880 "LG Mini" touchscreen phone lands this month with HTML5 support

Posted: 07 Apr 2010 05:27 AM PDT

LG today said that its GD880 "LG Mini" phone will be available in Europe this month. The device is the first from LG to sport LG's WebKit Phantom Browser, which supports HTML 5 and Flash content. The LG Mini is equipped with a 3.2-inch touchscreen display, a 5 megapixel camera, WiFi, aGPS, an FM radio, and 7.2Mbps HSDPA connectivity. Pricing has not yet been announced, but for more information check out our hands-on.
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Android gains U.S. smartphone OS marketshare as Apple's share plateaus

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 12:17 PM PDT

Android U.S. smartphone operating system (OS) market share increased 5.4 percent between December 2009 and February 2010. Meanwhile, Apple's share dropped .1 percent. The report by comScore also details the latest mobile phone manufacturer market share in the U.S.
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Google adds Buzz to GMail for iPhone and Android smartphones

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 11:50 AM PDT

Today Google announced that its Buzz social networking app is now integrated directly into its web-based GMail client on the iPhone and on Android smartphones. If you own a smartphone running on one of the aforementioned platforms, you'll be able to view and post Buzz by visiting Gmail.com from your browser.
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Verizon CEO: No Vodafone merger planned, Verizon Wireless open to carrying iPhone

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 11:08 AM PDT

Verizon Communications' chief executive officer Ivan Seidenberg said that there are currently no plans to merge with Vodafone. He also said that Verizon is open to carrying the iPhone, although the ball is in Apple's court.
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RIM outs improved Java and web development tools

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 09:35 AM PDT

Today Research in Motion (RIM) announced improved and updated tools for developers including the Java Plug-In for Eclipse and Web Plug-in v2.0 for those creating applications for the BlackBerry platform. The firm also released the BlackBerry Widget software development kit (SDK) version 1.0 and BlackBerry Java SDK v5.0. For more information on the tools, visit blackberry.com/developers.
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Nokia internet tablet to launch this fall?

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 08:41 AM PDT

Nokia could be planning to release its own internet tablet, a potential iPad rival, as soon as next fall.
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Netflix working on iPhone and iPod Touch support

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 08:16 AM PDT

Netflix's vice president of corporate communications, Steve Swasey recently posted on the company's blog stating that Netflix is working on iPhone and iPod Touch support. "Terrific response to our news today about Netflix on the iPad. For those of you asking whether Netflix will be on the iPhone and iPod Touch: We wouldn't invite you to dinner without planning to serve dessert. In other words, we're working on it so stay tuned," Swasey said.
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Nearly 6 billion mobile app downloads estimated for 2010

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 07:53 AM PDT

ABI Research expects there to be nearly 6 billion mobile app downloads in 2010, up from 2.4 billion in 2009. However, the firm believes that revenues will decrease by 2012.
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MetroPCS launches voicemail-to-text feature

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 06:43 AM PDT

Today MetroPCS announced a new voicemail-to-text service that will automatically convert voicemails into a text message or an email; email messages will have the original recording attached. Yap is powering the service, and it's available to MetroPCS customers today for $3 per month.
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Nokia Ovi Maps with navigation now free for E71 and E66 smartphones

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 06:06 AM PDT

Today Nokia said that its Ovi Maps application, which provides free turn-by-turn directions, is now available for the E71 and E66. In order to take advantage of the new free navigation feature, you must install the latest version of the Ovi Maps, otherwise you'll be prompted to make a payment. The software is available fromnokia.com/maps, or from the Ovi Suite.
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Microsoft unveiling new "Pink" mobile phones next week?

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 05:20 AM PDT

Microsoft may be planning to release a set of youth-oriented phones next week, The Wall Street Journal reports. The feature phones, part of project "Pink," could have a focus around social networking and may be released for Verizon Wireless. Microsoft is said to have designed the software, while Sharp will manufacturer the devices. We'll keep you updated next week, when Microsoft is rumored to make an announcement.
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Verizon Wireless releases OS 5.0.0.607 for BlackBerry Storm 2 9550

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 05:11 AM PDT

Verizon Wireless recently released the latest OS update for the BlackBerry Storm 2, OS version 5.0.0.607. The update improves the virtual keyboard and increases the browser speed, although there have been reports of keyboard issues inside BlackBerry Messenger Groups.
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