Wednesday, August 24, 2011

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Samsung Galaxy W smartphone sports 1.4GHz processor, Android 2.3 Gingerbread

Posted: 24 Aug 2011 05:41 AM PDT

As part of its announcement of its new naming system for smartphones, Samsung has also released a handful of new devices for the global market. As the W moniker suggests, the new Samsung Galaxy W is a mid-range smartphone that features Android 2.3 Gingerbread.
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Samsung unveils new naming scheme for Android smartphones

Posted: 24 Aug 2011 05:20 AM PDT

Samsung has unveiled a new naming strategy for its Galaxy branded smartphones that run the Android operating system. The company is using a series of letters and secondary designations to describe what each model is designed for.
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Android market share jumps 15 percent from June to July

Posted: 24 Aug 2011 04:44 AM PDT

In Millennial Media's monthly report of ad impressions on its network, Android saw some significant growth between the months of June and July. Windows Phone 7 share of the market grew as well, while iOS and BlackBerry remained relatively flat between the two months.
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White HTC EVO 3D headed exclusively to RadioShack on September 9

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 01:59 PM PDT

RadioShack has announced that it will be exclusively carrying a white version of the HTC EVO 3D Android smartphone for Sprint on September 9. While RadioShack's brief tweet and photo to announce the white EVO 3D doesn't provide pricing details, it is likely that it will cost the same $199.99 on-contract as the original, darker version. The EVO 3D is the first glasses-free, 3D-capable smartphone in the U.S., and it is powered by a dual-core, 1.2GHz processor and 1GB of RAM. It runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread with HTC's Sense 3.0 interface.
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Sprint to carry next iPhone in October says WSJ

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 01:02 PM PDT

The Wall Street Journal, quoting its ever-popular "people familiar with the matter," says that the next version of the Apple iPhone will be available from AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and yes, even Sprint in October. While this launch period is later than initially expected, Sprint will also pick up the iPhone 4 at that time.
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Dish Networks learns from LightSquared, asks FCC for LTE exception

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 01:01 PM PDT

It seems that Dish Networks is following in the footsteps of LightSquared, as it has asked the Federal Communications Commission for approval to use its existing spectrum for 4G LTE services. Dish owns 40MHz worth of spectrum that is currently allocated for satellite services. It is looking to build a terrestrial wireless network that it says will allow it to compete with services from cable providers. The FCC granted the same exception to LightSquared for its S-Band satellite spectrum, though LightSquared's actual network has yet to gain approval because of GPS interference concerns.
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South Korea plans to develop its own mobile OS to compete with iOS, Android

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 12:39 PM PDT

Because there aren't enough mobile smartphone operating systems in existence already, the government of South Korea has announced its intentions to develop one of its own to compete with the likes of Google's Android and Apple's iOS. South Korea is home to Samsung and LG, both of which are expected to aid in the new platform's development.
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Window Phone Marketplace now open for Mango app submissions

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 11:22 AM PDT

Microsoft has opened the floodgates for developers to submit apps that are compatible with the Mango update for Windows Phone to the Windows Phone Marketplace. The new apps will be able to take advantage of the new services available in Mango, including fast app switching, background audio, multiple and double sided Live Tiles, better Search integration, and other features.
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Android Market updated with Google +1's, PIN purchase protection

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 09:37 AM PDT

Google is pushing an update out to the Android Market that adds a few new features and changes the look of the homescreen just a bit. Version 3.1.3 of the Market now features Google +1 ratings in the summaries of apps, and more settings menu options, including PIN protection for app purchases.
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Vodafone, O2 to carry BlackBerry Curve 9360 in UK

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 09:04 AM PDT

Both Vodafone and O2 in the UK have let it be known that they will be stocking the new BlackBerry Curve 9360 that was recently announced by RIM. Unfortunately, neither carrier has provided an exact release date or price for the new low-end of the BlackBerry family, but those in the UK can rest easy now that they know it will be coming their way. The Curve 9360 features a traditional BlackBerry design and runs the new BlackBerry 7 OS. It also has an upgraded, 5 megapixel camera, and a higher-resolution, HVGA screen.
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LightSquared signs 4G LTE wholesale deal with InterGlobe Communications

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 08:48 AM PDT

LightSquared has announced another 4G LTE wholesale deal for its forthcoming network. This time, the deal is with InterGlobe Communications, a service provider in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. InterGlobe will purchase 4G LTE and satellite service from LightSquared, which it will then resell to its own customers. Terms of the multi-year agreement were not disclosed.
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New Swype Beta features now available for all users

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 08:33 AM PDT

The new version of the Swype Beta keyboard for Android smartphones that was made available to Google Nexus S 4G owners on Sprint last week is now available for all users in the beta program. Version 3.25 adds quick-access gestures for performing common tasks like cut, copy, and paste, as well as directly posting text to Twitter. It also includes a Personal Dictionary Management feature that lets users manage the words that are added to the custom Swype dictionary. Users can upgrade by uninstalling the current version of Swype that they have on their phones and then running the Swype installer again. Alternately, they can download the Swype Beta installer from Swype's website.
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Angry Birds in the cockpit: United, Continental outfitting pilots with iPads

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 08:12 AM PDT

The next time you get on a United or Continental Airlines flight, head up to the cockpit to make sure the pilot isn't playing Angry Birds at 35,000 feet, as both airlines have announced that they will be giving an Apple iPad to each pilot. The purpose of the iPads is to replace the 38lbs of paperwork and charts that pilots have to lug around with a single app that takes care of everything.
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Microsoft petitions to block sale of Motorola smartphones in the U.S.

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 07:46 AM PDT

Yesterday, Microsoft filed a petition with the International Trade Commission in the U.S. asking to block the import and sale of a handful of Motorola Android smartphones due to claimed patent infringements. This is Microsoft's first action against Motorola since it announced its lawsuit back in October of last year.
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Sprint to carry BlackBerry Curve 9350 on September 9 for $79.99

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 07:43 AM PDT

Following any new smartphone announcement from RIM are the various carrier announcements proclaiming that they will be stocking the new phones, and it looks like Sprint is one of the first ones out of the gate for the new Curve smartphones with its announcement of the BlackBerry Curve 9350. The Curve 9350 will be hitting the Now Network on September 9 for $79.99 on-contract. Not a bad entry level price for the phone, but it is admittedly more than the $49.99 that AT&T is asking for the higher-end Torch 9810. Sprint business customers will get a little bit better of a price on the 9350, as they will only have to fork over $49.99 for the phone. The Curve 9350 features the new BlackBerry 7 OS and a new, 5 megapixel camera with flash.
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Barnes & Noble NOOK Color e-reader tablet updated with more magazine options

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 07:19 AM PDT

Barnes & Noble's popular e-reader cum Android tablet, the NOOK Color, is seeing an update today that brings more magazine and newspaper subscription options, as well as some other new features. With the new update, Barnes & Noble now offers over 200 periodicals that users can subscribe to on their NOOK Color tablets.
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Samsung releases Galaxy S II teaser video for the U.S.

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 06:58 AM PDT

Samsung's flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S II, has seen great success all over the world, except in the U.S., where it has yet to become available. The company has promised that it would arrive Stateside this month, and Samsung is holding an event next week where we will likely see the Galaxy S II's American debut. In the meantime, Samsung's marketing department is kicking into full gear, with videos and promotions, to boot.
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Apple prepping 8GB iPhone 4 to launch next to iPhone 5?

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 06:37 AM PDT

Reuters is reporting new information from the infamous "people with knowledge of the matter" that points towards Apple releasing a lower cost version of the iPhone 4 that will be released alongside the next-generation iPhone 5. Reportedly, the lower-cost iPhone 4 will feature 8GB of internal storage, compared to the 16GB or 32GB versions that are available now.
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RIM BlackBerry Bold 9930 review - best BlackBerry yet

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 05:55 AM PDT

The BlackBerry Bold 9930 (and its 9900 brethren) is one of three new smartphones from RIM that run the new BlackBerry 7 OS. Of the three, the Bold is by far the most traditional BlackBerry. Dan gives it the full rundown and comes to a fairly expected conclusion in this in-depth review.
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Lenovo's business-y ThinkPad Tablet now available to order for $500

Posted: 23 Aug 2011 05:40 AM PDT

Lenovo's business-centric Android 3.1 Honeycomb tablet, the ThinkPad Tablet, that was announced last month is now available to order from the company's online store. The price has jumped up to $499 for the 16GB version, while the 32GB and 64GB 3G-capable versions cost $569 and $669 respectively. The ThinkPad Tablet sports the usual Honeycomb specifications, including a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 pixel IPS display. It also features support for a capacitive stylus, though that will cost you another $30 if you wish to make use of it. Those who place an order now can expect the ThinkPad Tablet to ship on August 29.
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