Thursday, November 11, 2010

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Sprint launching 4G WiMAX in Los Angeles this month

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 12:48 PM PST

Today a Sprint spokeswoman confirmed that Sprint will launch its 4G WiMAX network in Los Angeles by December 1. Sprint 4G is currently available in 61 markets, and most recently launched in New York City.
Read the full story here.


HTC Sync 3.0 for now available for Android smartphones

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 11:05 AM PST

HTC has released the latest version of its Sync software for its Android smartphones. HTC Sync 3.0 is a desktop client and supports the Desire HD, Desire Z, Legend, Desire, Wildfire, Aria, and the Hero (running Android 2.1). The update provides support for group sync in contacts, extended calendar sync for up to 1 year, and a "My favorite," support inside the contacts app.
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Sales of iPhone 4 slide-on cases suspended in Apple stores

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 10:03 AM PST

Sales of slide-on cases that are meant to protect the iPhone 4 have been suspended in Apple stores, according to CultofMac. Reportedly, some cases can scratch or crack the iPhone 4 glass panels if dirt gets inside the cases.
Read the full story here.


Apple iOS 4.2 could launch on Friday

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 09:27 AM PST

Rumor has it that Apple may release its iOS 4.2 update, which will deliver multitasking to the iPad and AirPrint to the iPhone and iPod touch, could land as soon as this Friday.
Read the full story here.


Video: Samsung Continuum for Verizon video hands-on - part 2 of 2

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 08:36 AM PST

Earlier this week we checked out the Samsung Continuum, a new Galaxy S smartphone on Verizon Wireless that has two Super AMOLED displays. Todd steps in front of the camera to demonstrate this new smartphone for us.
Watch the video here.


10.1-inch Samsung tablet possible with new displays

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 08:25 AM PST

Samsung is showing off some of its latest displays at a tradeshow in China. Among the screen is a 10.1-inch LCD panel, which makes an appearance on an e-reader that looks strikingly similar to a larger Galaxy Tab tablet.
Read the full story here.


Vodafone may not sell Verizon Wireless stake

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 06:58 AM PST

Vodafone, which has hinted that a sale of its stake in Verizon Wireless could be in the works, may hold on to its 45 percent ownership of Verizon Wireless after all. According to Barron's, which cites Daily Mail, Vodafone's CEO Vittorio Colao has said that Vodafone will "look at all options but the current outlook is that dividends from cash growth is the way forward." Verizon is expected to begin paying dividends to Vodafone in 2012. Verizon stopped paying its dividends five years ago in an effort to pay off its debts.
Read the full story here.


OmniVision outs 8MP RAW CMOS image sensor for smartphones

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 06:45 AM PST

Today OmniVision Technologies announced the OV8820, a 1/3.2-inch 8 megapixel RAW CMOS image sensor that offers 1080p video recording at 30 frames per second, or 720p video at 60 frames per second, for smartphones. The sensor also supports full field of view HD video recording with image stabilization. The product uses OmniVision's OmniBSI backside illumination pixel architecture for good low-light performance, too. The OV8820 is sampling now and should enter mass production in March 2011.
Read the full story here.


Sprint announces ZTE PEEL Wi-Fi device for iPod touch

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 06:36 AM PST

Today Sprint announced that, beginning on November 14, it will offer the ZTE PEEL, an iPod touch accessory that uses Sprint's 3G network to provide a Wi-Fi signal.
Read the full story here.


Video: Samsung Galaxy Tab for Sprint unboxing and video tour

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 06:29 AM PST

We recently received the Samsung Galaxy Tab, an Android 2.2 tablet on Sprint. Here's an unboxing and feature tour of the device, which offers users a 7-inch touchscreen display that makes it roughly half the size of Apple's competing iPad tablet.
Watch the video here.


Facebook for BlackBerry updated with Places

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 06:02 AM PST

Today Facebook and RIM announced that Facebook for BlackBerry has been updated to version 1.9. The latest iteration, which will roll out over the next 24 hours, offers Facebook Places support. Places lets Facebook users "check-in," to various locations, such as restaurants (within a 1.25 mile radius), much like they would with Foursquare or other location-based applications. Users can "like," or comment on check-ins, and tag friend at various places. Facebook v.19 for BlackBerry requires BlackBerry Device Software 4.5 or newer. To update immediately, head to BlackBerry App World on your phone.
Read the full story here.


BlackBerry PlayBook tablet to cost under $500

Posted: 10 Nov 2010 05:57 AM PST

RIM confirmed with Bloomberg recently that its upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook tablet will cost under $500. The PlayBook offers a 7-inch touchscreen display, a dual-core processor, support for video chat, and will run a new BlackBerry operating system specifically designed for tablets. RIM's sub-$500 pricing comes as no surprise; that's in-line with price tags for other tablets in the United States. Samsung's Galaxy Tab launched on T-Mobile today for $399, for example, and the Apple iPad starts at $499.
Read the full story here.


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