Wednesday, October 6, 2010

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AT&T intros LTE-capable USBConnect Adrenaline 4G modem

Posted: 06 Oct 2010 05:11 AM PDT

Today AT&T announced its first LTE capable device, the USBConnect Adrenaline. The Adrenaline will support AT&T's upcoming 4G LTE network when it goes live, requiring only a software update. For now, it will run on AT&T's 3G network.
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Verizon unveils Motorola DROID PRO business smartphone with global roaming capability

Posted: 06 Oct 2010 04:43 AM PDT

Verizon Wireless and Motorola announced the DROID PRO, a new Android smartphone that's specifically targeted at business users. The device can roam on networks globally, and offers a 5 megapixel camera with a dual-LED flash, among other features.
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Motorola open to Windows Phone 7 despite Microsoft lawsuit

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 10:20 PM PDT

Motorola's co-CEO, Sanjay Jha, said that his firm is open to working on Microsoft Windows Phone 7 devices if the software turns out to be compelling enough. The comments come after Microsoft recently announced that it was suing Motorola over its Android smartphone for patent infringement.
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Motorola SPICE Android smartphone unveiled

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:49 PM PDT

Today Motorola announced the SPICE, an Android 2.1 smartphone that sports a slider-qwerty form factor. The SPICE is powered by a 528MHz processor and has the makings of a fine mid-range smartphone. Motorola plans to sell the phone in Brazil.
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AT&T intros USBConnect 900 pre-paid 3G modem

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:39 PM PDT

Today AT&T announced its latest pre-paid 3G USB modem, the USBConnect 900. The USBConnect 900 is priced at $79.99 and does not require a contract. The device is compatible with AT&T's DataConnect Pass prepaid data plans.
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Motorola intros MotoSpeak 2.0 dictation and text to speech software for Android

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:34 PM PDT

Today Motorola announced MotoSpeak 2.0, Motorola's latest technology for hands-free Bluetooth devices. MotoSpeak 2.0 reads text messages aloud to users, and also allows users to dictate responses through the headset. The headset can even announce the name of who is calling or texting. MotoSpeak 2.0 will be available beginning on October 12 for Android 2.2 handsets. It will be compatible with the Motorola Finiti, CommandOne, and Roadster Bluetooth devices.
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Yahoo Finance app for Android launched

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 01:54 PM PDT

Today Yahoo announced that it has launched a Yahoo Finance application for Android smartphones. The software, which is available from the Android Market, offers real-time quotes, a customizable stock watch list, access to Yahoo! Finance portfolios, company stats, news, and ticker videos. The app is currently only available in the U.S.
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T-Mobile G2 not available for pre-order, available tomorrow anyway

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 01:22 PM PDT

T-Mobile has updated its page for the T-Mobile G2 Android smartphone to say that it is no longer available for pre-order due to "overwhelming demand." This strikes us as a potential bit of marketing buzz building, however, since the device will be available for regular purchase and ordering starting tomorrow, October 6.
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Google asks court to toss Oracle patent infringement suit

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 12:57 PM PDT

On August 13 Oracle filed a lawsuit against Google in a U.S. District Court in Northern California. It said that Google infringed on seven patents and related copyrights, primarily related to its Android operating system. Google has asked the court to toss the lawsuit and "declare the patents in question invalid," according to The Wall Street Journal. "It's disappointing that after years of supporting open source, Oracle turned around to attack not just Android, but the entire open source Java community with vague software patent claims," a Google spokesman said. An Oracle spokesperson responded, stating, ""Google's infringement and fragmentation of Java code not only damages Oracle, it clearly harms consumers, developers and device manufacturers."
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Press Release: Corning Supplies Gorilla Glass for Samsung's New GALAXY Tab Smart Media Device

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 12:49 PM PDT

State-of-the-art Glass Technology Completes the Best of Display Products
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Press Release: HulloMail Catapults Voicemail Into Social Media: Share Voicemails Directly to Your Facebook Wall in an Instant

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 12:47 PM PDT

Social Media Tools Launched With the Release of HulloMail's new Android App
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HTC Desire HD smartphone now available for pre-order

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 12:43 PM PDT

Vodafone U.K. customers can now pre-order HTC's Desire HD smartphone ahead of its October 14 launch date. The Desire HD offers a 4.3-inch touchscreen, an 8 megapixel camera, and a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. It runs Android 2.2. The handset is free on £35, 24-month price plans.
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Google Goggles for iPhone now available

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 12:32 PM PDT

Today Google announced that its Google Goggles application, typically reserved for Android smartphones, is now available for the iPhone. Google Goggles is a new feature of the Google Mobile App for iPhone. To use it, simply tap the camera button while running the Google Mobile App, and Google Goggles will launch. Goggles can be used to identify objects and landmarks, Google search books and other items, and more. Currently the iPhone version is only available for English speaking users. It runs on the iPhone 3GS running iOS 4 and the iPhone 4.To use Google Goggles, install the latest version of Google Mobile App in the Apple App Store.
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Android most popular OS among recent smartphone buyers - Nielsen

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 10:33 AM PDT

New August data from The Nielsen Company shows that Android was the most popular smartphone operating system among those who purchased smartphones within the previous 6 months. The data also provides a snapshot of RIM's BlackBerry OS and Apple's iOS market position.
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T-Mobile Motorola CLIQ XT to receive a firmware update

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 09:40 AM PDT

Today Motorola announced that a firmware update is being sent out to T-Mobile's Motorola CLIQ XT users. The update promises "significantly" improved performance and responsiveness, better stability, and an updated version of the Swype keyboard. The touchscreen response has also been improved, and Bluetooth performance has been tweaked. Motorola also says that some messaging bugs have been fixed. The update is rolling out now in phases, so users should be on the lookout for an update notification on their CLIQ XT.
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Nokia N8 review - best camera phone ever

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 09:26 AM PDT

Nokia's first Symbian^3 smartphone, the N8, is finally here. It brings a new 12 megapixel, HD capable camera to the party, as well as strong Ovi Maps support and a simply fantastic industrial design. It even works on both AT&T and T-Mobile USA. It's the best Symbian touchscreen device to date, no doubt.
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Motorola FLIPOUT headed to AT&T on October 17

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 08:09 AM PDT

The Motorola FLIPOUT, originally announced in June, is headed to AT&T on October 17. The FLIPOUT runs Android 2.1, Motorola's MOTOBLUR user interface, and has a 600MHz processor. It will retail for $79.99 with a new 2-year AT&T contract.
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AT&T outs Motorola FLIPSIDE Android powered QWERTY smartphone

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:55 AM PDT

AT&T just announced three new Android smartphones, including the Motorola FLIPSIDE, an Android 2.1 powered device. The FLIPSIDE offers a 3.1-inch screen as well as a full QWERTY keyboard. It's expected to debut in time for the holidays for $99.99 with a 2-year AT&T contract.
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AT&T announces Motorola BRAVO Android smartphone

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:46 AM PDT

Today AT&T announced a new Android 2.1 powered smartphone, the Motorola BRAVO. The BRAVO is powered by an 800MHz processor and runs Motorola's MOTOBLUR user interface. It is expected to make its debut this holiday season for $129.99 with a 2-year contract.
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AT&T launches three Motorola Android smartphones

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:31 AM PDT

Today AT&T announced three new Android smartphones from Motorola, including the FLIPOUT ($79.99), the FLIPSIDE ($99.99), and the BRAVO ($129.99). The BRAVO has an 800MHz processor and a 3.7-inch touchscreen display. The FLIPOUT has a pivot design, with a full QWERTY keyboard, and was originally announced by Motorola in June. The FLIPSIPE sports a 3.1-inch high resolution display, a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, CrystalTalk Plus, and more. All three phones run Android 2.1. The FLIPOUT is expected to be available on October 17, while the BRAVO and FLIPSIDE are expected to be available by the holiday season.
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Boost Mobile BlackBerry Curve 8530 smartphone now available

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 07:00 AM PDT

Today Boost Mobile announced that it will begin selling the BlackBerry Curve 8530. The Curve 8530 offers a full QWERTY keyboard, 802.11b/g/ Wi-Fi, 3G data speeds, an included 2GB microSD card, and GPS support. The device is hitting Boost Mobile retail stores and independent retailers now, and Boost says that it will be available online, with free shipping, at http://boostmobile.com beginning on October 14. The BlackBerry Curve 8530 is priced at $249.99 before taxes. /p>
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Samsung sells 5 million Galaxy S smartphones globally, 2 million in U.S.

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 06:34 AM PDT

Today Samsung announced that NTT DOCOMO will begin selling its Android powered Galaxy S smartphone in Japan. In the release, Samsung also briefly noted that global sales of it Galaxy S smartphones have surpassed 5 million units. 2 million of those were to the U.S. market, and a million were sold in Korea. The Samsung Galaxy S smartphone family launched on all four of the major U.S. carriers, and its Galaxy Tab Android tablet is expected to launch in the coming weeks.
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NTT DOCOMO to sell Samsung Galaxy S, Galaxy Tab in Japan

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 06:33 AM PDT

Today NTT DOCOMO said that it will begin to sell the Samsung Galaxy S smartphone, as well as the Samsung Galaxy Tab, in Japan. Both devices will launch with Android 2.2 and will support NTT DOCOMO's e-book service, which it plans to begin trailing in October. The Galaxy S and the Galaxy Tab will also support NTT DOCOMO's sp-mode service which provides access to i-mode mail accounts. The Galaxy S offers a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, a 5 megapixel camera, a 1GHz processor, and Flash support. The Galaxy Tab has a 7-inch screen with a 1024 x 768 resolution, and will also support Flash.
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Netflix adds TV-out support to iPhone, iPod touch

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 05:57 AM PDT

The latest version of Netflix for the iPhone and the 4th generation iPod touch adds support for outputting video to a TV. Users will need to use A/V component cables in order to connect their device to a television. Netflix for iOS allows users to stream Netflix content from their Instant Queue directly to their iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. Netflix added TV-out support to the iPad in May.
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Nokia's head MeeGo exec resigns

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 05:44 AM PDT

Ari Jaaksi, a Nokia vice president who was in charge of leading the MeeGo device team, resigned from Nokia last week. Taloussanomat, a Finnish newspaper that first reported the story, said a Nokia spokesperson informed the paper that his resignation does not effect the current MeeGo roll-out schedule. Nokia has said that it plans to release its first MeeGo powered handset by the end of the year. Jaaksi isn't the first executive to leave the firm. Nokia's former CEO, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, stepped down in September. Not long after that, another executive, Anssi Vanjoki, and the chairman of directors, Jorma Ollila, also stepped down. However, Peter Skillman, former VP of design at Palm, recently joined the MeeGo team.
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Android Market updated with localized pricing

Posted: 05 Oct 2010 05:25 AM PDT

Google has updated its Android Market to include localized application pricing. That means that users will see the prices for applications listed in their home country currency. For example, applications published around the globe, when viewed in the United States, are priced in dollars. We just tested it ourselves and noticed apps that would originally have been priced in GBP or Euro now display an estimated dollar value based on the current currency rate. The changes should be in effect now.
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