Wednesday, January 12, 2011

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T-Mobile Samsung Vibrant 4G leaked

Posted: 12 Jan 2011 05:00 AM PST

A picture of the Samsung Vibrant 4G for T-Mobile has been leaked. The pic shows some specs including a 4-inch Super AMOLED screen, a 1GHz processor, and support for T-Mobile's 21Mbps HSPA+ network.
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Verizon to offer 3G CDMA Apple iPad in future

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 01:25 PM PST

According to Bloomberg Businessweek, Verizon Communications CFO Francis Shammo said in an interview that Verizon Wireless would offer a version of the Apple iPad with built-in 3G CDMA data support, though no date or other particulars were given. It is possible that Shammo was referring to a future model of the iPad that has yet to be announced and not just a refitted version of the original GSM/UMTS iPad that Verizon already sells as part of a bundle with its MiFi 3G mobile hotspot.
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Windows Phone 7 update demoed in video shows speed improvements

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 01:02 PM PST

Microsoft recently demoed its planned update for Windows Phone 7 devices. The demo video, filmed by AnandTech, shows much faster app loading performance, which Microsoft attributes to a new way in which the OS manages memory.
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Video: Apple CDMA iPhone 4 for Verizon video preview

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 12:35 PM PST

Today Verizon Wireless launched the new CDMA flavor of Apple's iPhone 4, which will be available for pre-order on February 3, 2011 and will be available in stores 7 days later. The Verizon iPhone 4 has the same base specs as the original, including weight and height, but does have an updated antenna design and a new Personal Hotspot feature.
Watch the video here.


Toshiba Tegra 2 powered Android Honeycomb tablet: first look

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 11:36 AM PST

We met up with Toshiba during the Consumer Electronics Show to check out its upcoming, and unnamed tablet which will run Android Honeycomb and use a NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor. Check out our hand-on photos with the new tablet.
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Apple and News Corp to intro iPad The Daily digital newspaper January 19

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 09:42 AM PST

According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple and News Corp will officially announce The Daily, a digital newspaper for the iPad, son January 19. Murdoch reportedly called the digital newspaper News Corp's "most exciting product." The announcement will be made by both Steve Jobs and News Corp CEO Ruper Murdoch at the San Francisco Museum of Art.
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Hands-on with the Verizon Wireless Apple iPhone 4

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 09:23 AM PST

We just had a chance to check out Verizon Wireless' CDMA iPhone 4 up-close. While the device's looks are largely identical to AT&T's iPhone 4, there are some minor hardware and software changes. Here's a gallery of images and some early impressions of the phone.
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Verizon to sell iPhone 4 contract-free

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 09:18 AM PST

Verizon Wireless will begin selling the iPhone 4 on February 10 in Verizon and Apple retail stores for $199 (16GB) and $299 (32GB). However, according to the Frequently Asked Questions section of its website, it will also sell the device contract-free. "When purchasing iPhone at the 2 year promotional price a new agreement is required. However, you will also have the option to purchase iPhone at full retail price, which will not require you to sign a long-term agreement," the site says. It's currently unclear what Verizon's iPhone 4 will cost at full retail.
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Verizon will not offer white iPhone 4

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 09:04 AM PST

This one isn't surprising, but it's worth noting. According to a Verizon Wireless spokesperson, Verizon Wireless will not carry a white version of the Apple iPhone 4. Apple originally revealed a white version of the device when it announced the AT&T iPhone 4, but it has never made its way to the market. Looks like us white iPhone fans will have to keep on wishing.
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Apple iPhone pre-sale begins February 3 for qualified Verizon customers

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 08:40 AM PST

Verizon Wireless and Apple today announced that the iPhone 4 will be available for pre-order for qualified Verizon Wireless customers online on February 3, ahead of general availability on February 10. The Apple iPhone 4 features a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash and HD video recording, Apple's A4 processor, and a Retina touchscreen display. The iPhone 4 will start at $199.99 for the 16GB model and $299.99 for the 32GB model with a new two year service agreement.
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Verizon iPhone 4 adds mobile 3G hotspot sharing capabilities

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 08:40 AM PST

Today Verizon Wireless announced that it will begin offering the Apple iPhone 4 on February 10 in retail stores. The device will run on Verizon's CDMA network, but offers one major feature that AT&T's doesn't: support for Verizon Personal Hotspot. Verizon's Personal Hotspot service allows users to share their 3G connection with up to 5 other Wi-Fi capable devices. That would mean you could use your iPhone 4 to provide internet to your laptop, a tablet, and other consumer electronics. Verizon has not yet detailed how much this feature will cost in addition to a standard data plan.
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Apple explains lack of 4G LTE on Apple iPhone

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 08:38 AM PST

At Verizon's press conference in New York City today, during which Verizon and Apple announced a CDMA version of the Apple iPhone 4, Apple's chief operating officer, Tim Cook, took time to explain Apple's choice to go with a CDMA iPhone instead of an LTE one now. He said that there were two key reasons for the decision. The first was that Apple believes first-gen LTE would have forced some design compromises that Apple "would not make." Secondly, he said "Verizon customers wanted the Apple iPhone now." The iPhone 4 goes on sale on February 10 in both Verizon and Apple retail stores.
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Verizon Apple iPhone 4 announced

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 08:28 AM PST

Today Verizon Wireless officially took the wraps off a CDMA version of the Apple iPhone 4. The device is expected to be available on February 10 in Apple and Verizon retail stores, and qualified Verizon Wireless customers can pre-order the device, before the general public, starting on February 3.
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Sony Ericsson Xperia arc processor detailed

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:46 AM PST

Sony Ericsson has revealed that its new Android 2.3 Gingerbread-powered Xperia arc smartphone is powered by a 1GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 processor that is paired with an Adreno 205 graphics chip. While some spotted the device running Android 2.4 during the Consumer Electronics Show last week, Sony Ericsson has said that this was just a "misconfiguration" error. During our own hands-on with the phone, we noticed that it said Android 2.3. For more information on the Sony Ericsson arc, including a demo of HDMI out, check out our hands-on from CES.
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Skype hits 27 million user usage record with new Apple iOS video chat

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:33 AM PST

A few weeks after Skype announced an update to its mobile app for video chat for iPhone users, the company is now saying that it recently had more than 27 million users signed into its service simultaneously. Skype attributes the boost in users to the new 3G/WiFi video support that it added to its Apple iOS app.
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Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate for Verizon update rolling out now

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:31 AM PST

Users of Verizon's Galaxy S Fascinate are expected to receive a new over-the-air (OTA) update to add a few enhancements to the device. The update is expected to include improved GPS performance, the ability to open PDF attachments in email, and the ability to use special characters in email passwords. It should also increase security by hiding passwords while typing.
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Windows Phone 7 smartphones act as remote control for iTunes

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:27 AM PST

An app has shown up in Microsoft's Marketplace that offers remote control functionality for Apple iTunes. The new app, Remote, lets users control iTunes from their WP7 smartphones just as if they were sitting on their desktops. Controls include volume, the ability to play or pause music, album/artist/song search, and more. The app is available now for download for $1.99.
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iPhone 3GS on sale now for $49 from Apple

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:24 AM PST

Apple has joined its own party and is now offering the 8GB iPhone 3GS smartphone in stores and online for $49 with a new AT&T two year service agreement. The new pricing is almost a 50% reduction from the phone's original price and comes on what we believe to be the day of the announcement of a new CDMA based iPhone for Verizon Wireless.
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Unlocked LG Optimus 2X dual core smartphone available for pre-order

Posted: 11 Jan 2011 07:23 AM PST

UK customers can now order the Optimus 2X smartphone from LG as Expansys has now opened the pre-sale for the device. The Optimus 2X, an Android 2.2 Froyo smartphone that features a ultra fast dual-core processor and large 4-inch WVGA display as well as a 8 megapixel shooter with full HD 1024p video recording, and more. The handset is available for GBP499.99 (US$779). For more, take a look at our hands-on with the LG Optimus 2x smartphone here.
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