Wednesday, September 22, 2010

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Clearwire announces International Roaming Day Pass for WiMAX users

Posted: 22 Sep 2010 04:57 AM PDT

Clearwire is now offering an International Roaming Day Pass that gives its subscribers the ability to use 4G WiMAX data while roaming in Japan at reasonable rates.
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RIM to announce Amazon MP3 app for BlackBerry

Posted: 22 Sep 2010 04:57 AM PDT

In tandem with its rumored BlackTab launch next week during a developer conference in San Francisco, RIM could also announce a new Amazon music store application, likely Amazon MP3, for BlackBerry. The Wall Street Journal is reporting that RIM plans to announce the aforementioned application, as well as a BlackBerry mobile advertising platform. We'll keep you up to date next week.
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RIM BlackPad tablet, new OS, could be imminent

Posted: 22 Sep 2010 04:52 AM PDT

RIM's BlackTab tablet computer, a device with a 7-inch touchscreen and a new operating system developed by QNX Software Systems, could make its debut as early as next week.
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Motorola DROID X Android 2.2 Froyo update rolling out tomorrow

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 12:31 PM PDT

Verizon Wireless said today that it is rolling out the Android 2.2 Froyo update to its Motorola DROID X customers beginning tomorrow. Enhancements include Adobe Flash Player 10.1 for Android, 270 degree screen rotation, VZ Navigator, Google Maps improvements, and more. To check for an update manually, navigate to Menu > Settings > About Phone > System Updates. More information on what's included is on Verizon Wireless' DROID X support website.
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Google updates Gmail app for Android

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:54 AM PDT

Today Google announced that it has updated its Gmail application. The latest version improves message replies, access to quoted text, and limited support for Priority Inbox. Messages with the Priority Inbox label in the desktop version of Gmail will be labeled "Important." The update is available in the Android market and is not issued as part of an Android system update. The latest version requires Android 2.2 Froyo.
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Mozilla updates Firefox Home for iPhone, iPod touch

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:49 AM PDT

Mozilla has announced that it has updated its Firefox Home app for Apple's iPhone and iPod touch devices. The 1.0.2 update features worldwide availability with support in fifteen languages, one-way refresh of Firefox desktop history, bookmarks, and tabs to your device, instant access to open tabs as they are on your PC, URL search, custom server connections, and more. The free update is available now.
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Press Release: Verizon Wireless Introduces NAVBuilder Inside To Help Developers Incorporate Location, Maps And Navigation Into Apps

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:30 AM PDT

Software Development Kit Enables Cross-Platform Development and Distribution
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Napster now available for Apple iOS devices

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:13 AM PDT

Napster, an online digital music store, is now available for iOS devices including Apple's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. The Napster app is free but does require a $10 a month subscription fee to its music library of over 10 million tracks. To get the new Napster app, visit iTunes.
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Samsung bada-powered Wave tops 1 million units in European sales

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:10 AM PDT

The Wave, a bada-powered smartphone, has surpassed one million in sales in Europe. The Samsung handset debuted in Europe over four months ago and is one of the top sellers in France, Germany, and Austria. The Wave feature phone sports an 3.3 Super AMOLED touch screen, a 1GHz processor, 802.11n WiFi support, and Bluetooth 3.0. For more, check out our full review of the Samsung Wave here.
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Verizon Wireless intros location-based NAVBuilder Inside SDK for developers

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:09 AM PDT

Today Verizon Wireless announced NAVBuilder Inside, a software development kit (SDK) which will help developers add location, mapping, and other interactive location based services to their applications. NAVBuilder Inside can be used by Android, BlackBerry, Brew, and Windows Mobile developers for cross-platform development. The SDK provides a MapKit for embedding satellite, regular, and hybrid maps, and LocationKit for location positioning using GPS, Cell ID, or WiFi. For more information on NAVBuilder Inside, visit http://developer.verizon.com.
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T-Mobile USA sued for blocking medical marijuana text messages

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 11:05 AM PDT

T-Mobile USA is being sued by a company called EZ Texting, which claims that T-Mobile USA blocked text messages that were intended for those seeking information on medical marijuana.
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RIM may provide India's government with Blackberry email access

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 10:56 AM PDT

RIM may provide India with access to its secure corporate email services, Reuters is reporting today. RIM and India have sparred back and forth over security and privacy concerns in the country, and RIM has already provided India's government with access to some BlackBerry Messenger services in order to thwart a potential BlackBerry ban in the country.
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1 million Apple iPhones activated in South Korea

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 10:47 AM PDT

In less than nine months from its debut in South Korea, Apple's iPhone has surpassed one million activations. South Korea is one of the last countries to offer Apple's smartphone but it now seems the country has welcomed the handset with open arms. The phone is offered currently by KT, which attributes the iPhone's popularity and success on the country's mobile and WiFi networks.
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HP introduces printer with detachable 7-inch Android tablet

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 10:11 AM PDT

HP has announced the Photosmart eStation, a printer that includes a 7-inch detachable wireless Android tablet. The tablet runs Android 2.1 and has a natural focus around printing, but also allows its users to surf the web, use Facebook, and more.
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Novatel reveals Ovation MC545, a compact dual-carrier HSPA+ USB modem

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 08:03 AM PDT

Today Novatel Wireless announced the Ovation MC545, a dual-carrier HSPA+ USB modem that is supposed to be the smallest, most compact modem of its size. The Ovation MC545 is making its debut on Spain's Telefonica Moviles.
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Microsoft Zune services launching internationally

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 07:08 AM PDT

Today Microsoft announced that it is going to begin offering its Zune services, for music and video downs, in over 20 countries. The announcement comes just ahead of Microsoft's expected Windows Phone 7 launch, which includes Zune functionality.
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Video: Pantech Ease for AT&T video tour

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 07:04 AM PDT

We had a chance to meet up with Pantech to check out the Ease, a feature phone offered by AT&T that offers both a full QWERTY keyboard and touchscreen display while still being very simple to use.
Watch the video here.


AT&T intros TerreStar GENUS dual-mode satellite smartphone

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 06:39 AM PDT

Today AT&T and TerreStar announced the GENUS, a Windows Mobile 6.5 powered smartphone that runs on cellular and satellite networks. Priced at $799, this device is ideal for government, energy, or utility, and other workers in remote locations.
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MetroPCS launches nation's first 4G LTE network in Las Vegas

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 06:30 AM PDT

Today pre-paid carrier MetroPCS announced that it has officially launched its 4G LTE based network in the Las Vegas metro area and has announced two new 4G plans for customers to make use of.
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MetroPCS launches first 4G LTE phone: Samsung SCH-r900 Craft

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 06:30 AM PDT

Today Samsung and MetroPCS officially announced the SCH-r900 Craft, the world's first commercially available multi-mode CDMA handset capable of running on 4G LTE networks. The Craft has a sideways-sliding QWERTY form factor and a 3.3-inch AMOLED display.
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Press Release: Motorola Solutions Introduces First Industrial Handheld Mobile Computer with User Selectable WAN Technology

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 05:59 AM PDT

MC959B rugged mobile computer enables enterprise users to access the 3G cellular network of their choice for maximum flexibility
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Nokia clarifies N8 delay statement

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 05:53 AM PDT

Yesterday Nokia said that it was delaying the shipments of its flagship N8 smartphone until October. However, today Nokia said that it wanted to clarify that statement. A post on Nokia's website said, "We had targeted our online pre-order customers to receive their N8s by the end of September. As it can take time from the beginning of shipment to arriving at their doorstep, in full transparency, we have advised our pre-order customers that they should expect their new Nokia N8 in October."
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Press Release: Sanyo Innuendo by Kyocera Features Illuminating Style and Affordability

Posted: 21 Sep 2010 05:38 AM PDT

At just $49.99 a month, Sprint's Everything Messaging 450 Plan Pairs with Sanyo Innuendo to Bring Sprint Customers Wireless Entertainment, Productivity and Value While Showcasing Individual Style
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