Saturday, May 21, 2011

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HP Veer webOS smartphone makes its European debut on O2 Germany

Posted: 21 May 2011 01:48 AM PDT

The HP Veer webOS-powered smartphone may be an exclusive to AT&T in the U.S. (in its Veer 4G dressing), but it will be making its European debut with O2 in Germany next month.
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Clearwire likely to move from WiMAX to LTE

Posted: 20 May 2011 01:31 PM PDT

Speaking to CNET, Clearwire COO Erik Prusch dropped some knowledge that the WiMAX provider may eventually switch over to LTE in the future. "WiMAX to date has been a very good technology choice for us," said Prusch. "We were able to take advantage of the speed to market before LTE was even a glimmer in anyone's eye. But we recognize the ecosystem in the U.S. will be larger for LTE than WiMAX, so we are conscious of that." He unfortunately did not give a timeframe for a transition and said that the plans are not definite.
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Verizon plans to cover more than just the 3G areas with LTE

Posted: 20 May 2011 12:54 PM PDT

During a mobile technology conference, Verizon Wireless chief technology officer Tony Melone revealed some tidbits about the company's plans for its 4G LTE network and voice over LTE services (VoLTE). The carrier will have phones with the VoLTE tech in them by 2012, and by 2013 there could be phones without any 3G radios at all. Verizon doesn't plan to push people off the 3G networks, but did say that the company plans to expand its 4G network further than its 3G network currently covers. This push would go deeper into rural territories that do not have 3G coverage now.
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Verizon to utilize Wi-Fi more in the future

Posted: 20 May 2011 12:05 PM PDT

Speaking at a conference in Texas, Verizon Wireless CTO Tony Melone revealed that the carrier will utilize Wi-Fi more in the future and will encourage users to connect to Wi-Fi when at home.
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Google updates Maps for mobile web browsers

Posted: 20 May 2011 11:27 AM PDT

Google has updated its mobile Maps website for the iPhone and Android browsers, bringing the mobile website up to speed with a lot of the features found in the native apps.
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AT&T sued again regarding phantom data charges on iPhone, iPad

Posted: 20 May 2011 10:31 AM PDT

AT&T is facing another lawsuit that alleges the carrier overcharges for data on the iPhone and iPad. The plaintiffs specifically point out "phantom" data charges that appear on the bill during times when the phone is not being used.
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Google claims block of Skyhook from Samsung, Motorola phones was perfectly legal

Posted: 20 May 2011 09:26 AM PDT

Google has claimed that its actions regarding blocking Skyhook services from Samsung and Motorola phones last year were in line with the law, and that it did not do anything illegal. Skyhook has sued Google claiming business interferences and damaged finances.
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Walmart doubles down on wireless offerings in stores

Posted: 20 May 2011 08:23 AM PDT

Despite shrinking its overall electronics departments, Walmart is betting on wireless phones and tablets to pick up the slack from declining TV revenues. The big box Goliath is to expand the number of stores that have wireless sections by this September.
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Samsung Galaxy S II with NFC to arrive later this year

Posted: 20 May 2011 08:00 AM PDT

When Samsung debuted the Galaxy S II smartphone back at Mobile World Congress in February, it promised both a NFC-equipped version and a model that lacks the newfangled technology that could eventually replace wallets and cash. However, the world has only seen the non-NFC model as of yet, and that left some to question, "Hey, where is our NFC?"
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Google to buy patents from Modu for $4.9 million

Posted: 20 May 2011 07:21 AM PDT

Google looks to be beefing up its patent portfolio, as it has applied for and been granted permission to purchase the patents of now-defunct Modu for a sum of $4.9 million.
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Smartphone manufacturer HTC to expand tablet line this year

Posted: 20 May 2011 06:22 AM PDT

Taiwanese phone manufacturer HTC is looking to expand its tablet offerings this year, according to its European president.
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Orange launches contactless NFC payment system in the UK

Posted: 20 May 2011 06:08 AM PDT

Orange has launched the UK's first contactless, NFC-based payment system with the introduction of its new Quick Tap service.
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Apple fires back at Amazon, claims App Store is not generic

Posted: 20 May 2011 06:06 AM PDT

It's not very surprising, but Apple has denied the claim by Amazon that the term "app store" is generic and cannot be trademarked.
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Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY smartphone for Verizon available for pre-order

Posted: 20 May 2011 06:05 AM PDT

Verizon is now offering its Xperia PLAY smartphone from Sony Ericsson for pre-order on its website. The PLAY retails for $449.99, but is available for $199.99 with a qualifying two-year service agreement.
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AT&T demos 4G LTE network, expects 28Mbps speeds for real people

Posted: 20 May 2011 05:56 AM PDT

AT&T recently demoed its upcoming LTE network for GigaOm, and showed off some impressive connection speeds that it expects to see in the real world.
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Sharp introduces first clamshell Android smartphone; plans to launch globally

Posted: 20 May 2011 05:53 AM PDT

Sharp has introduced the worlds-first clamshell Android phone to the Japanese market, where clamshell phones are still very popular. The Aquos Phone Hybrid 007SH features Android 2.3 Gingerbread and a 16 megapixel camera, all encased in a waterproof shell.
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HP TouchPad webOS tablet expected to land at Walmart for $599

Posted: 20 May 2011 05:49 AM PDT

HP's TouchPad webOS tablet has shown up in Walmart's system and looks to come with a price tag of $599.99 for a 32GB model.
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Motorola DROID X2 for Verizon now available online

Posted: 20 May 2011 05:32 AM PDT

For those that cannot wait, Verizon is now offering the new Motorola DROID X2 online for $199.99 with a qualifying plan or $449.99 retail. The handset will land on store shelves starting May 26.
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Motorola looking for beta testers for CLIQ 2 update

Posted: 20 May 2011 05:08 AM PDT

Own a Motorola CLIQ 2 and don't mind being a guinea pig? Motorola might have a job for you then, as the company has put out the call for 200 beta testers for a planned software update before it is released to the public. Interested users can head over to Motorola's Support Forums to sign up for the test. We will let you know now, its not for the Android 2.3 Gingerbread update.
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