Tuesday, December 21, 2010

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Google to push Android 2.3 Gingerbread to Nexus One in coming weeks

Posted: 21 Dec 2010 01:35 AM PST

Google announced via Twitter that the newest version of its Android operating system, 2.3 Gingerbread, will be pushed out to Nexus One smartphone owners in the coming weeks. Currently Google only offers Gingerbread on the recently released Nexus S smartphone by Samsung.
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Press Release: Vonage Mobile Application for Facebook Provides New Functionality to Invite Friends via SMS or Email Directly from an Apple Mobile Device

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 07:27 PM PST

Microsoft outs free Bing-sponsored iPhone, Android apps

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 12:19 PM PST

Today Microsoft announced three new Bing sponsored applications. Two are for iOS devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, while a third is for Android smartphones. Snowboard Hero by Bing is a game that lets you compete as a snowboarding pro on the slopes. Powerboat Challenge by Bing is a game that lets you drive a powerboat on a river course to compete for money and boat upgrades. Holiday 100 by Bing is an Android application that provides top holiday songs, such as Mariah Carey's "All I want for Christmas is You." The songs can be streamed to your phone with album art, and it's available through January 2, 2011. The apps are free and are available in their respective platforms' app stores.
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Apple iPhone 4 sold out in China

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 12:14 PM PST

According to an analyst with Ticonderoga Securities who spoke to Fortune, Brian White, China has sold out of the iPhone 4. It is reportedly not available in Apple Stores, from China Unicom, or from resellers of the device. White estimates that China Unicom hasn't been able to fill up to one-third of the iPhone 4 orders due to shortages, and claims that the device is sold out for two months in the aforementioned stores. White said he believes that China is in the early stages of catching "Apple Fever." China Unicom began selling the iPhone 4 on September 16, and reportedly sold 100,000 units in just 4 days.
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New iPhone app lets drivers report bad driving

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 10:58 AM PST

A new iPhone application called DriveMeCrazy lets drivers report other drivers for bad driving. The reported information can then be sent to the DMV and to insurance companies. Its creator hopes the app will save lives in the future.
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Study suggests T-Mobile has the fastest network in top 100 U.S. markets

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 10:49 AM PST

According to a study conducted by a third-party research firm, T-Mobile has the fastest mobile broadband network in the United States in the top 100 U.S. markets.
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Sam's Club may be offering iPhone 4 for $147

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 10:11 AM PST

According to a leaked memo obtained by Engadget, Sam's Club will offer the iPhone 4 for just $147 during its holiday sale, which ends on Christmas Day. The iPhone 3GS is also reportedly on sale.
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Motorola teases new tablet ahead of CES

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 09:49 AM PST

Motorola just sent us a video teasing a Motorola tablet ahead of CES. The video shows a timeline of tablets, which starts with stone tablets from the beginning of time, moves past the Apple iPad and the Samsung Galaxy S, and ends with a sheet covering Motorola's upcoming tablet. The video stops after displaying "CES 2011." Here's a look at the video.
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Video: Android Market update video tour

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 08:49 AM PST

The Android Market is getting a face lift, and we received the new version of the app store on a Samsung Vibrant for T-Mobile and have put together a video tour of the Market that shows off its new look and improved functionality.
Watch the video here.


Samsung reveals SCH-r710 Suede feature phone for Cricket

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 07:58 AM PST

Today Samsung announced the SCH-r710 Suede, a feature phone with a 3-inch touchscreen that's expected to launch on Cricket in January. The Suede will be compatible with Cricket's new monthly unlimited Muze Music plan.
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Foursquare updates iPhone app with photo, comment support

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 07:45 AM PST

Today Foursquare officially announced a number of new features for its latest Foursquare iPhone client. Users will now be able to leave comments on friend's check-ins, add photos to their tips, and view a history of everywhere they have been. Photos on check-ins are only visible to friends, and Foursquare suggests turning on push notifications to be alerted of new comments. The application is available through iTunes now.
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Verizon intros Mobile Email 4.0 for feature phones

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 06:22 AM PST

Today Verizon Wireless released the latest version of its mobile email client for feature phones, Mobile Email 4.0. The software supports a push e-mail, Microsoft exchange email, and Outlook Calendar Sync. It also offers a new user interface that should look more sleek and make navigation around the app easier. Users will also be able to attach pictures from their My Pix folder on their memory card. Those who haven't already upgraded will receive an embedded SMS that will trigger the update.
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Press Release: Sprint Turns On 4G Service in Denver and Bridgeport, Conn.

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 05:49 AM PST

BlackBerry Bold 9780 (T-Mobile) review

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 05:43 AM PST

We recently received the BlackBerry Bold 9780 from T-Mobile, which is an update of the original Bold 9700 that features the new BlackBerry 6 smartphone operating system and a 5 megapixel camera. Todd took the new Bold out for a short spin and put together this video tour and brief review for your enjoyment.
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AT&T to acquire spectrum from Qualcomm for 4G network

Posted: 20 Dec 2010 05:31 AM PST

Today AT&T announced that it will purchase spectrum licenses in the lower 700MHz frequency band from Qualcomm for $1.925 billion. AT&T will use the spectrum to build out its 4G mobile broadband network. Qualcomm currently uses the licenses to run its FLO TV business, which it will shut down in March 2011. The 700MHz spectrum covers 300 million users in the United States. Qualcomm and AT&T anticipate closing the sale during the second half of 2011. It's still subject to regulatory approval.
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