Saturday, July 17, 2010

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Apple iPhone 4 software fix for proximity sensor coming soon

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 11:10 AM PDT

Steve Jobs, during a press conference today, announced that a software fix is coming for the iPhone 4's proximity sensor. The sensor is used to detect the user's face during a call and to deactivate the touchscreen. Users have complained of the device's touchscreen activating while on calls, which has resulted in dropped calls or placing the caller on hold. Apple expects the issues to be remedied soon and included in the next iOS update.
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Apple: 3 million iPhone 4 units sold since launch

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 11:07 AM PDT

Since its launch on June 24, Apple has sold more than 3 million iPhone 4 smartphones, according to Apple CEO Steve Jobs. At today's press event he also said that the iPhone 4 is the fastest selling Apple product ever, surpassing even the iPhone 3G and 3GS models.
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Apple iPhone 4 launching in 17 more countries on July 30th

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 10:39 AM PDT

During a press conference today, Steve Jobs announced that the iPhone 4 will be available in 17 more countries beginning on July 30th. The countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
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White Apple iPhone 4 arriving at end of the month

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 10:36 AM PDT

Today Steve Jobs addressed some of the iPhone 4 reception issues. During his press conference, he also noted that the white version of the iPhone will begin shipping at the end of July.
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Apple offers free case for iPhone 4, refunds for early bumper purchases

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 10:35 AM PDT

Today Apple's CEO Steve Jobs discussed some of the Apple iPhone 4 reception issues. Jobs said that the antenna reception was responsible for less than 1 dropped call per 100, and discussed mostly the reporting of signal strength bars rather than actual signal attenuation. However, he did note that Apple will refund anyone who purchased a bumper for the iPhone 4 early, and will provide free cases to anyone who wants them until September 30th. Anyone who is unhappy with the iPhone 4 can return an undamaged unit within 30 days for a full refund without a restocking fee.
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Google sees 300 percent Android search growth in first half of 2010

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 09:11 AM PDT

During Android's second quarter conference call yesterday, Google's senior vice president of product management, Jonathan Rosenberg, said that Google's browser is the most popular Android application, and that Android search grew 300 percent during the first half of 2010. Google's CFO, Patrick Pichette, also added that there are 160,000 Android smartphones activated daily and that there are 70,000 applications in the Android Market for download. Pichette noted that Google expects a formidable return on its Android investment.
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Motorola DROID X supplies low, but not sold out

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 07:38 AM PDT

Today Verizon Wireless said that the initial order of Motorola DROID X smartphones is running low, and in fact, some stores are sold out around the country. However, the phone isn't completely sold out and you can still order it online. Read on for the official statement from Verizon Wireless.
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Apple, RIM, Google, looked to buy Palm before HP

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 07:11 AM PDT

According to a source speaking to Business Insider, big name tech firms including Apple, Google, and Research in Motion (RIM), were all interested in buying Palm before HP.
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Sony Ericsson posts second consecutive quarterly profit in Q2 2010 results

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 07:00 AM PDT

Today Sony Ericsson posted its Q2 2010 earnings. The company reported its second profitable quarter in a row, with a 25 percent increase in sales quarter-over-quarter. It also saw an increase in units shipped over the first quarter of 2010.
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Review of Samsung's slightly flawed gem for T-Mobile USA, the Vibrant

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 06:42 AM PDT

The Samsung Galaxy S based Vibrant for T-Mobile USA is a very nice Android 2.1 powered smartphone that features a 4-inch Super AMOLED display and a 1GHz processor. It has great specs, but some issues. Learn more in Michael's full review, with video.
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Firefox Sync now available for Apple's iPhone

Posted: 16 Jul 2010 06:40 AM PDT

On July 1, 2010 >Mozilla announced Firefox Sync and Firefox home for the iPhone. Today Apple approved the Firefox Sync application, which is a renamed version of Firefox Weave that lets you pick up your browsing session on your iPhone right where you left off on your computer. Firefox Sync also syncs up with your Firefox Awesome Bar.
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