Tuesday, August 31, 2010

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Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Android 2.1 update coming in September

Posted: 31 Aug 2010 04:45 AM PDT

According to Sony Ericsson's official Twitter account for the U.K., the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 should be getting the Android 2.1 update next month. This could apply to the whole Xperia X10 family, including the Xperia X10 mini and the mini pro. However, it's unclear if the AT&T Xperia X10 will get the update at the same time. The official Tweet read: "We can only confirm that the upgrade to Android 2.1 is due for release before the end of September this year. We hope this helps."
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Microsoft launches Bing for Mobile app for Verizon's Android smartphones

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 11:05 AM PDT

Today Microsoft's Bing team announced that a Bing for Mobile client for Verizon's Android powered smartphones is now availabile, and that Verizon plans to launch future Android-powered smartphones that will have the Bing client pre-loaded. Bing for Mobile on Android provides local, voice, and image search facilities and also provides mapping and instant answers to common questions.
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Google bails on JavaOne show due to Oracle patent suit

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 10:45 AM PDT

Today Google announced on its Google Code Blog that it will not be presenting at the Oracle sponsored JavaOne event in San Francisco due to the recent patent infringement suit filed against Google by Oracle.
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RIM gives India "some access" to BlackBerry services, resolves shutdown threat

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 09:33 AM PDT

Just ahead of India's August 31 deadline to RIM, in which India asked for access to encrypted emails and BlackBerry Messenger messages (or it would ban BlackBerry services from the country), the two groups have reached an agreement. "[RIM] has given some access, which we will operationalize from September 1," an Indian government official told Reuters. "They will have to provide full access to all communications that go through India. They will have to set up a server in India," the official added. Google and Skype will be required to do the same. The situation will be reviewed again in two months, Barron's reported.
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Clearwire reveals Rover Stick 4G WiMAX USB modem

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 09:26 AM PDT

Today Cleawire let the wraps off of its new unlimited pay-as-you-go 4G WiMAX service plans, dubbed Rover. Clearwire also announced the Rover Stick, a USB modem that will allow users to connect to Clearwire's 4G WiMAX network.
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Clearwire announces Rover Puck 4G WiMAX portable WiFi hotspot

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 09:20 AM PDT

In tandem with its new pay-as-you-go 4G WiMAX Rover services today, Clearwire also announced the Rover Puck, a 4G WiMAX device that services as a wireless hotspot, providing 4G connectivity to up to 8 devices.
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Press Release: Common Cents Mobile Expands Into Additional Walmart Stores Across the Country

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 09:13 AM PDT

Sprint's pay-by-the-minute prepaid brand now available in nearly 1,250 Walmart stores
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Clearwire debuts Rover unlimited pay-as-you-go 4G WiMAX broadband service

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 09:01 AM PDT

Today Clearwire announced a new 4G WiMAX only pay-as-you-go unlimited mobile broadband package called Rover. Rover lets you sign up for daily, weekly, and monthly plans for 4G access where Clearwire's WiMAX network is available.
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Press Release: Livewire Mobile Introduces Mediadrome: New Online and Mobile Service for Record Labels and Recording Artists

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 08:29 AM PDT

Multi-content Storefront to Help Create and Manage Fan Sites; Legendary Rock Band Guided By Voices to be First Customer
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Press Release: NII Holdings Launches the Exclusive Motorola i897 Ferrari Special Edition

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 08:28 AM PDT

The Motorola i897 Ferrari Special Edition offers the elegance and prestige of the Ferrari brand available in two colors: Red and Yellow
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Sprint stores opening at 8am tomorrow for Samsung Epic 4G launch

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 08:21 AM PDT

Sprint announced today that most of its stores will open at 8am tomorrow for the Samsung Epic 4G launch. THe Epic 4G is an Android powered smartphone that's part of Samsung's Galaxy S family of devices. It sports a 1 GHz processor, a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, support for Sprint's 4G WiMAX network, and a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard. The Epic 4G will cost $249.99 with a 2-year Sprint contract and after $150 instant savings and a $100 mail-in-rebate.
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Sprint: HTC EVO 4G Android smartphone in stock online for a limited time

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 08:14 AM PDT

Today Sprint said that its popular HTC EVO 4G Android smartphone, which it has had a hard time keeping stocked, is now in available on Sprint's online store. Sprint says that there is a limited quantity available for a limited time.
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Intel acquires Infineon's Wireless Solutions Business for $1.4 billion

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 06:53 AM PDT

Intel has purhcased chipmaker Infineon's Wireless Solutions Business, dubbed WLS, for $1.4 billion in cash, Intel confirmed today. WLS will operate as a standalone business, and builds on Intel's WiFi and 4G WiMAX offerings with Infineon's 3G technology, which Intel hopes will help it accelerate LTE. Intel expects to use Infineon's tech in its Intel Core processor laptops, Intel Atom devices, and smartphones, netbooks, tablets, and embedded computers. The deal is expected to close during the first quarter of 2011.
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OmniVision outs OV9740 image sensor for smartphones, media devices

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 06:32 AM PDT

Today OmniVision announced its new 1/6.5-inch OV9740 system-on-a-chip (SOC) CMOS image sensor. OmniVision says the OV9740 is the first 720p HD SOC camera chip that meets Microsoft Office Communication and Skype video criteria, and it's capable of delivering HD video at 30 frames per second. The OV9740 was designed for mobile phones, smart phones, netbooks, notebooks, webcams, gaming consoles, portable media players, TVs, and set-top boxes. The chip is sampling now and is expected to enter mass production in September.
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Verizon updates My Verizon Mobile app for Android, BlackBerry smartphones

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 06:23 AM PDT

Today Verizon announced that it has updated its My Verizon Mobile application for BlackBerry and Android users with a new user interface and account management. The latest version lets you view minute, message, and data usage, tweak your plans, make payments, manage Friends & Family numbers, and view upgrade availability. The service is available on Verizon Android smartphones, and the BlackBerry Storm and Storm 2. Verizon says it's coming to feature phones in the coming months.
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T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 launching September 8

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 06:07 AM PDT

Today T-Mobile USA announced that its latest BlackBerry smartphone, the Curve 3G 9300, will launch on September 8th for $79.99 with a new 2-year T-Mobile contract. The Curve 3G 9300 offers a QWERTY keyboard, WiFi, GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an optical trackpad; it's also be capable of running RIM's new BlackBerry 6 operating system, although it will not launch with that version.
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Motorola adds Android powered MT810, XT806, A1680 to Ming family of smartphones

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 05:57 AM PDT

Today Motorola announced three new Android smartphones for the Chinese market. The devices offer a unique dual-touchscreen form factor: each phone has a transparent flip-cover that serves as a touchscreen, as well as a large stylus-friendly screen. The MT810 will launch on China Mobile, the XT806 will land on China Telecom, and the A1680 will be available on China Unicom.
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Intel finalizing Infineon purchase

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 05:27 AM PDT

Today The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Intel is close to finalizing its purchase of chipmaker Infineon. Intel is expected to pay less than $1.5 billion for Infineon, which was originally looking for a $1.91 billion purchase. Infineon chips are used in the Apple iPhone, as well as other smartphones.
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Samsung S7230E Wave 723 bada powered smartphone announced

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 05:21 AM PDT

Today Samsung announced its latest bada powered smartphone, the S7230E Wav 723. The phone offers a 3.2-inch touchscreen display, a 5 megapixel camera, WiFi, GPS, an FM radio, and more. The Wave 723 will launch in September.
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