Friday, October 22, 2010

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Angry Birds for Symbian^3 now available

Posted: 22 Oct 2010 05:28 AM PDT

Today Rovio launched Angry Birds for Symbian^3 smartphones. The addicting game is available in the Ovi Store and provides 105 levels for free. Angry Birds is also available on iOS and Android smartphones.
Read the full story here.


AT&T could be prepping for LTE SIM card transition

Posted: 22 Oct 2010 04:49 AM PDT

Possible leaked documents from AT&T could show that the carrier is prepping to switch from its current SIM card to an LTE-capable one. AT&T is planning to begin deploying its 4G LTE network in 2011.
Read the full story here.


HP Palm Pre 2 and webOS 2.0 hands-on

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 01:13 PM PDT

Today I met up with Palm to check out its latest smartphone, the Palm Pre 2, and the new webOS 2.0 operating system that it features. Here's a gallery of hands-on with the device, as well as some of my first impressions of webOS 2.0 and the Pre 2.
Read the full story here.


Video: Samsung Focus for AT&T and Windows Phone 7 video tour - part 1 of 4

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 12:20 PM PDT

The Samsung Focus for AT&T is one of the first Windows Phone 7 smartphones to hit the market. In this part we check out the hardware design, the user interface, and look into the contacts and camera, as well.
Watch the video here.


Video: Samsung Focus 720p HD video sample

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 12:18 PM PDT

Here is a sample 720p HD video shot with Samsung's new Windows Phone 7 powered Focus for AT&T. The Focus features a large 4-inch Super AMOLED display and can also shoot 5 megapixel still photos.
Watch the video here.


Samsung Galaxy S getting Android Froyo update next month

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 12:12 PM PDT

Earlier today an announcement out of Samsung's UK office stated that the company's flagship Galaxy S Android-powered smartphone should receive an Android 2.2 "Froyo" OS update "early" in November. The update promises improved browser speed, user interface tweaks, Adobe Flash 10.1 support, improved message editing, and extended in-browser search options. Samsung USA has not yet indicated when a similar update will be available for the U.S. versions of the Galaxy S.
Read the full story here.


5.2 million iPhones activated by AT&T this quarter

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 11:45 AM PDT

Today wireless operator AT&T released its earning figured and reported record growth for the quarter, which included 5.2 million iPhone activations, 62 percent more than the 3.2 million it activated during the second quarter of 2010. The company also stated that nearly a quarter of those activations were new AT&T customers.
Read the full story here.


Video: LG Optimus 7 Windows Phone 7 smartphone video tour - part 1 of 2

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 11:27 AM PDT

The LG Optimus 7 is the non-QWERTY member of the pair of new Windows Phone 7 smartphones that LG has launched. It features a 3.8-inch touchscreen display and an HD capable 5 megapixel camera with flash. In this two-part video series we show off the hardware and the Windows Phone 7 features of the phone.
Watch the video here.


Video: LG Optimus 7 720p HD video sample

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 11:27 AM PDT

Here's a sample 720p HD video recorded with the Windows Phone 7 powered LG Optimus 7, which can also shoot 5 megapixel still photos. The LG Optimus 7 is on sale in Europe right now, and features a 3.8-inch touchscreen display.
Watch the video here.


Official Twitter app for Windows Phone 7 now available

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 08:03 AM PDT

Today Twitter released its official Twitter application for Windows Phone 7. The application is free and is available in the Windows Market. It's not currently featured, and I found the best way to find it was by searching. Twitter joins a host of other top-notch branded Windows Phone 7 applications, including Netflix, Facebook, Seesmic, The Weather Channel, Slacker Radio, and more.
Read the full story here.


Nokia pushes MeeGo device to 2011

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:58 AM PDT

Today Nokia's CEO, Stephen Elop, discussed the company's third quarter 2010 earnings, as well as its plans for 2011, on a conference call. While Nokia originally said it would have a MeeGo device available by the end of 2010, Elop said MeeGo devices will be a "2011 event," according to Slashgear. That's in line with Intel's recent statement, which said that MeeGo smartphones won't be out until 2011. The head of Nokia's MeeGo team, Ari Jaaksi, resigned from Nokia late last month.
Read the full story here.


Mobility will be trillion dollar industry by 2014: Report

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:48 AM PDT

A new report from Gartner suggests that revenue from voice and data services will surpass a trillion dollars by 2014. It says that there are three major areas of mobility, including devices, applications, and moving forward, the service and social era.
Read the full story here.


Press Release: Shazam App to Feature at Launch of Microsoft's Windows Phone 7

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:39 AM PDT

Opportunity for new Shazam users to access free version, enjoy unlimited tagging and buy tracks on Zune
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T-Mobile Motorola DEFY landing November 3 for $99.99

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:39 AM PDT

T-Mobile announced via its Twitter account that the Motorola DEFY Android smartphone will be available on November 3 for $99.99 with a new T-Mobile contract. The DEFY is a water-resistant dust-proof device that offers Motorola's custom MOTOBLUR user interface. For more information on the DEFY hit up our original announcement page.
Read the full story here.


Video: HTC 7 Surround for AT&T unboxing and video tour

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:28 AM PDT

Here's an in-depth unboxing and feature tour of the HTC 7 Surround for AT&T, one of the first Windows Phone 7 smartphones available. It features a 3.8-inch touchscreen display and a slide-out speaker for calls and music.
Watch the video here.


Winamp for Android now available, offers Wi-Fi sync

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 07:04 AM PDT

Today Winamp announced that a beta version of its software is now available for free in the Android Market. Winamp for Android offers a host of features, including wireless sync.
Read the full story here.


Nokia reports increased sales in Q3 2010 earnings

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 06:34 AM PDT

Today Nokia reported its third quarter earnings for 2010. The firm noted increased net sales year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter. While its CEO notes the strength of the company, he did say that Nokia is facing a "remarkably disruptive time in the industry."
Read the full story here.


AT&T reports record wireless sales in Q3 2010 earnings

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 06:11 AM PDT

Today AT&T reported its Q3 2010 earnings. The carrier noted record wireless sales for the quarter, as well as increased revenues over the same quarter last year. AT&T also said it activated a record number of iPhones during the quarter.
Read the full story here.


Samsung Omnia 7, HTC 7 Mozart WP7 smartphones land on Orange UK

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 05:33 AM PDT

The Samsung Omnia 7 and the HTC 7 Mozart, two new Windows Phone 7 devices, are now available from Orange UK. Customers who buy the phones will receive a free Bluetooth headset while supplies last. The 7 Mozart is free with a monthly plan starting at £35 ($55), and the Omnia 7 is free with a £40 ($63) per month contract. For more information on both phones, check out our HTC 7 Mozart gallery and our Omnia 7 hands-on.
Read the full story here.


Verizon Wireless to kick off 4G LTE network in West Virginia

Posted: 21 Oct 2010 05:17 AM PDT

Today Verizon Wireless will announce that it plans to launch its 4G LTE network in 10 West Virginia metro areas. The announcement will be made this morning in Charleston, West Virginia.
Read the full story here.


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