Wednesday, March 16, 2011

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T-Mobile now waving international fees to Japan

Posted: 16 Mar 2011 05:16 AM PDT

In an update to its statement from the other day, T-Mobile has announced that it will be waiving international calling and text messaging fees for those who call or message Japan. In addition, T-Mobile customers who use the Wi-Fi calling feature will also be able to call Japan at no additional charge. T-Mobile is making the credits retroactive to March 11 for anyone who has made calls to Japan already and the free calling will be effective until March 31.
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RIM exec indicates video-chat app for BlackBerry PlayBook

Posted: 16 Mar 2011 05:13 AM PDT

On Monday, a RIM executive mentioned a new video-conferencing app that is set to launch in concordance with the highly-anticipated BlackBerry PlayBook. Of course, the PlayBook's dual 3 megapixel front- and 5 megapixel rear-facing cameras are a clear indicator that RIM had video chat in mind.
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Apple iPad 2 gets potential multi-point video chat with Vidyo

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 01:38 PM PDT

Vidyo today announced that Apple's iPad 2, along with Motorola's XOOM tablet and Atrix 4G smartphone, is compatible with Vidyo's VidyoTechnology SDK (software development kit), which will allow developers to build 720p HD multipoint video conferencing apps. The Vidyo platform lets customers join in on multi-person video conferences from whatever device-type they'd like. Just hours after the Friday launch, Vidyo had the iPad 2 running multipoint HD video conferencing using its Vidyo SDK. "The faster CPU of the Apple iPad 2 and its front and rear-facing cameras, make it an exciting platform that begs for HD multipoint video communication and collaboration," said Ofer Shapiro, Vidyo's CEO and co-founder. Currently, the Vidyo platform supports devices such as the iPad, iPhone 4, iPod touch, Samsung Galaxy Tab and Galaxy S smartphone, the Google Nexus S, and other various Android phones and tablets.
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HTC shipments on track after quake

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 01:19 PM PDT

HTC has announced that all shipments and future plans for the Taiwan-based company are still on track, even after the devastating earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan Friday. HTC buildings and employees remained unaffected by the tragedy. However, reports claim that HTC's smartphone shipments may be delayed by a temporary supply halt out of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, which manufactures certain components necessary in HTC's handsets. "We have a comprehensive business continuity strategy and framework in place, which activates a secondary supply chain, in the event of a crisis or natural disaster, such as last Friday's massive earthquake," said Peter Chou, CEO at HTC. While HTC hasn't budged on its position concerning shipment disruption, other similar companies such as Nikon and Panasonic reported that some employees have been injured, factories damaged with portions of their businesses at a standstill due to factory investigations.
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Time Warner Cable to launch first iPad app with live TV

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 12:45 PM PDT

Time Warner Cable has announced that it is launching the first iPad app that offers live television streaming.
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Apple iPad 2 wait time now out to 4-5 weeks

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 11:26 AM PDT

If you were looking to order an Apple iPad 2 online and haven't done so yet, it looks like you'll be waiting a good month before you have it in your hands. Apple's online store is now showing a wait time of 4 to 5 weeks for the iPad 2. This is for all models, Wi-Fi and 3G, and regardless of color. You might be better off trekking to an Apple store or other retailer and hope that they still have one in stock.
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Rumor fingers 10-inch HTC tablet, prices HP TouchPad at $499

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 11:17 AM PDT

An upcoming tablet release leak posted by PreCentral shows that HTC is planning the launch of a 10-inch Android 3.0 Honeycomb slate in June, while also revealing a planned $499 price for HP's TouchPad.
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Verizon Wireless waiving $35 activation fee for Android tablets

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 11:09 AM PDT

Verizon Wireless has informed us via email that it will be waiving the $35 activation fees for the Motorola XOOM and Samsung Galaxy Tab Android-powered tablets. The Apple iPad does not have an activation fee associated with it. Verizon is making this retroactive back to March 1, so customers who paid an activation fee will receive a credit back to their accounts. The promotion is for a limited time, however it was unspecified as to when it will end.
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Google could be testing NFC payment systems in upcoming months

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 10:45 AM PDT

Sources tell Bloomberg that Google could be testing NFC payment systems in New York and San Francisco in the upcoming months.
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Motorola Droid 3, Droid X-2, and Targa for Verizon images leak

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 10:44 AM PDT

Images of the supposed successors to the popular Motorola Droid 2 and Droid X on Verizon Wireless have leaked out along with a new Motorola model named Targa.
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Cricket presents Muve Music data plan at SXSW

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 10:14 AM PDT

Wireless provider Cricket Communications recently announced that it will showcase its Muve Music wireless rate plan on the Samsung Suede during Austin's SXSW event. The Muve Music plan offers unlimited music downloads, ringtones and ringback tones, plus unlimited talk, global text, 3G mobile Web and picture and video messaging for $55 per month.
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TellFi offers Google Voice-like service to Canada

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 09:32 AM PDT

TellFi is a new company that offers services very similar to Google Voice to those in Canada.
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Apple store becomes haven, hub for displaced Japanese

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 09:16 AM PDT

Blogger Kevin Rose published an emotional letter from an anonymous Apple employee in Japan who went into detail on the extent to which Apple outstretched its hand to help earthquake survivors in Japan. From the moment that tragedy struck, Apple staff began leading customers on the top floors to the ground level and safely under the massive wooden display tables.
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Motorola rolls out Android 2.2 Froyo update for MILESTONE smartphone

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 09:07 AM PDT

A Google Android 2.2 Froyo OS update is now rolling out for Motorola's MILESTONE smartphone in Europe. The update, which adds new features and enhancements like a faster just-in-time compiler, can be downloaded direct from Motorola's support page now.
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CEO: HP TouchPad launches in June, beta webOS for PC to follow

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 08:46 AM PDT

At the HP Summit, Hewlett-Packard CEO Leo Apotheker gave up some juicy news concerning the launch date for HP's TouchPad tablet, as well as future plans for its webOS operating system. Apotheker narrowed the TouchPad's summer launch down to a June launch, which will mark the beginning of HP's webOS blast.
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Qik launches new iPhone app with video chat

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 08:08 AM PDT

Qik has released a new iPhone app with video chat called Qik Video Connect that can also be used to chat with select Qik equipped Android smarrphones.
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Best Buy confirms availability of HTC ThunderBolt with 4G LTE

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 07:51 AM PDT

Following Verizon Wireless' announcement this morning, Best Buy has also confirmed availability of the HTC ThunderBolt on March 17. Best Buy will be selling the Android-powered smartphone for $249.99, with a new two-year agreement, through March 19. After that, the price will go up to $299.99.
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Twitter hits big milestone to celebrate fifth birthday

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 07:20 AM PDT

Twitter was able to celebrate a big milestone right at its fifth birthday mark this week. One billion tweets are now sent on a weekly basis on the popular social network. This breaks down to 140 million per day, which is up nearly 100 million from a year ago. There are now 200 million Twitter accounts in existence. The most active point ever was on New Years 2011, when 6,939 tweets were sent in one second.
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RadioShack announces Kyocera Echo pre-order availability

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 07:02 AM PDT

RadioShack has recently announced the pre-order availability date for Sprint's Kyocera Echo, an Android-powered smartphone with two full-sized touchscreen displays. Just yesterday, Sprint announced the April 17 launch date for the device, with online pre-orders beginning on March 26. RadioShack will open up its online pre-order option for the Kyocera Echo the next day, March 27. Sprint's Kyocera Echo runs Android 2.2 Froyo OS and is the first ever dual-touchscreen smartphone. Those interested in the Echo can check out our hands-on video from the launch event in February. Those extremely interested can bookmark Sprint's pre-order webpage.
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Some Apple iPad 2 tablets showing backlight leakage

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 06:40 AM PDT

Based on some internet chatter, it seems possible that Apple might have rushed a bit on the iPad 2, as complaints have surfaced that the tablet's 9.7-inch LCD display bleeds light from some spots along its edge.
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Press Release: AT&T and One Economy Announce Contest to Develop Public Purpose Mobile Applications

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 06:37 AM PDT

$50,000 in Prizes Given to Developers Who Create Best Applications to Improve Lives
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Sprint waiving international fees to Japan

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 06:07 AM PDT

In addition to waiving fees for text messages sent for donations to Japan, Sprint has announced that it will be waiving any international fees for calls and text messages to Japan, as well, in the wake of the recent tragedies there. Calls and texts will be free until April 10.
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Verizon Wireless makes it official: HTC ThunderBolt on March 17 for $249.99

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 05:52 AM PDT

After much waiting and consternation by many, Verizon Wireless has officially announced pricing and availability of their first 4G LTE phone, the HTC ThunderBolt.
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Sony Ericsson announces pricing and availability of Xperia Play in Spain

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 05:51 AM PDT

Sony Ericsson Spain has confirmed availability of the Xperia PLAY on April 1. Pricing will be 649 EUR (US$901), unsubsidized and unlocked. The Xperia PLAY will be available in black on all carriers, while Vodafone will have an exclusive on the white model in Spain for 15 days. No carriers have announced subsidized pricing as of yet.
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T-Mobile officially brings back the Sidekick legacy with the Sidekick 4G

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 05:28 AM PDT

T-Mobile has announced the next generation in its Sidekick lineup: the Android-powered Sidekick 4G by Samsung.
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MetroPCS offering free calls and text messages to Japan as well

Posted: 15 Mar 2011 05:17 AM PDT

MetroPCS has announced that it, too, will be offering free calls to landlines and text messages to Japan for the next 30 days. The carrier also stated that calls to mobile phones will be free but did not give a length of time for that offer.
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