Tuesday, December 13, 2011

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Microsoft's Andy Lees no longer head of Windows Phone

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 04:58 AM PST

Microsoft has announced that it is transferring the head of its Windows Phone division, Andy Lees, to a new position, and that it has assigned a new person to take over most of his responsibilities in the Windows Phone department. Lees will still report to CEO Steve Ballmer, but he now has the job of "driving maximum impact in 2012 with Windows Phone and Windows 8." Terry Myerson, a corporate vice president in the Windows Phone division, will assume the responsibilities that Lees is leaving behind, but it does not seem like he will receive Lees' title of division president at this time. Myerson will be "responsible for Windows Phone development, marketing, and other business functions."
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Adobe releases security and performance update for Android users

Posted: 13 Dec 2011 04:22 AM PST

Adobe's Flash Player for Android has received an update to version 11.1.111.5. The update is expected to resolve performance, stability, and security issues. The free software update is available from the Android Market now.
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Apple iTunes updated with Match and audio fixes

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 07:12 PM PST

Apple has issued an update for iTunes that includes fixes for its new Match service that lets users match their existing music collections with the iTunes catalog in the cloud for $24.99 a year. The update also includes a fix for audio distortion when playing or importing CDs. The update brings iTunes to version 10.5.2 is available through iTunes' update service.
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Video: Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 and 8.2 video tour - part 1 of 2

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 05:47 PM PST

The Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 and 8.2 are the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE versions of Motorola's XOOM 2 tablets that are sold in Europe. They offer very similar specs apart from their screen sizes and the fact that the 10.1 inch model comes equipped with a stylus and supports handwriting recognition. Both feature dual-core 1.2GHz processor with 1GB of RAM and feature 16 or 32GB of internal storage (a 64GB 10.1 model is also available). They go on sale starting on December 20 starting at a cost of $429.99 for the 16GB 8.2-inch model and $529.99 for the 16GB 10.1-inch model.
Watch the video here.


Isis taps Gemalto for mobile payment service security

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 03:22 PM PST

Isis, the joint venture between AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and T-Mobile, has selected Gemalto as the company which it will use to secure its upcoming mobile payment services.
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Nokia supposedly testing LTE versions of Lumia 800 on AT&T, Verizon

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 02:45 PM PST

According to sources reporting to CNET, Nokia is in the process of testing LTE versions of its Lumia 800 smartphone on both AT&T and Verizon Wireless's networks in the U.S.
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T-Mobile adds Wi-Fi calling to HTC Amaze 4G with software update

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 02:12 PM PST

T-Mobile is delivering a software update to the HTC Amaze 4G today that adds a number of improvements to the device, including Wi-Fi calling. Wi-Fi calling, which has been available on other T-Mobile phones for some time, allows users to make phone calls over their own Wi-Fi network, saving their plan's minutes for when they are away from home. The Wi-Fi calling feature is also useful for those that live in areas where T-Mobile's network is not especially strong. The update is being delivered to users in stages, and users should get notifications on their phones when it is ready to be downloaded and installed.
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Microsoft releases OneNote app for iPad, Lync 2010 for Windows Phone

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 01:23 PM PST

Microsoft's Office team has been busy developing mobile apps, and today's release of two new Office apps for mobile devices displays the fruit of their labors. First, the OneNote app for iOS has been updated with iPad compatibility, and second, the Lync 2010 app for Windows Phone has been released.
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Dish Networks expresses interest in T-Mobile if AT&T deal collapses

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 12:54 PM PST

AT&T plans for a buyout of T-Mobile USA have been hit with more than a few snags on the road to approval and completion. In light of that, and the distinct possibility that the deal may not be completed at all, Dish Networks has stepped forward to say that it would be interested in possibly making a deal with T-Mobile to merge the two companies' spectrum assets if the AT&T purchase falls through.
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AT&T, Justice Department request stay on trial over proposed T-Mobile deal

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 11:17 AM PST

Today the Justice Department, AT&T, and Deutsche Telekom filed for a stay on the lawsuit concerning the proposed purchase of T-Mobile USA by AT&T. The parties asked to withhold any court proceedings until January 18, 2012 in order for them to reevaluate all of their options concerning the merger.
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RadioShack, Target offer discounts on AT&T iPhone 4S

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 10:49 AM PST

Both RadioShack and Target are discounting the Apple iPhone 4S for AT&T as part of their holiday promotions this year. The iPhone is normally untouched by any sales or promotions, but it seems that Apple is allowing the retailers to discount the popular device for a limited time.
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Video: Case-mate TANK rugged case for Apple iPhone 4/4S review

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 10:16 AM PST

The new Case-mate TANK case for the Apple iPhone 4/4S is the latest entry into the ultra-rugged case market. It features a two-layer design that uses a shock-absorbing rubber liner and a hard plastic exterior. It also has a unique sliding cover that protects the iPhone's screen when it is closed. Case-mate is offering the TANK in four color options - black/black, black/pink, military green/orange, and white/pink - and is including a belt holster with it. The Case-mate TANK costs $60 and can be purchased from Case-mate's online store or at retailers across the country now.
Watch the video here.


O2 debuts smartphone leasing program with iPhone 4S

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 09:37 AM PST

UK carrier O2 is debuting a new leasing program for smartphone customers that allows them to pay a monthly tariff for a specific smartphone for a year, and then trade up to a new model once the year is up. The first smartphone available with the new lease option is Apple's iPhone 4S.
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Day 7 of Google's 10-cent app promo features Doodle Jump, more games

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 08:51 AM PST

Today's listing of 10-cent apps in the Android Market to celebrate 10 billion downloads from the Android Market has a focus on games and includes two apps that have been available at the discounted price earlier on in the promotion.
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Images of rumored Sony Ericsson Xperia arc HD leak out

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 08:08 AM PST

Images of a rumored upcoming flagship smartphone from Sony Ericsson have hit the internet, and from the looks of things, this might be a phone to watch in 2012. Supposedly named the Xperia arc HD, the phone is said to have a 720p display and dual-core processor.
Read the full story here.


Barnes & Noble outs software update for NOOK Color

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 07:46 AM PST

The new NOOK Tablet may be its darling now, but Barnes & Noble hasn't forgotten about the NOOK Color, and, as expected, it has released a major software update for the device. The update adds Netflix streaming, Flixster movies and TV shows, and full-color comics. There are over 100 new features in total, as well as significant performance tweaks. The NOOK Color 1.4.1 software update is available now and can be downloaded directly to the tablet when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Read the full story here.


Government finds GPS interference in tests of LightSquared's network

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 07:19 AM PST

The U.S. government has published the results of its extensive testing of LightSquared's planned 4G LTE network, and the results don't look all that great for LightSquared. According to the report, the government found that the network caused interference with 75 percent of the GPS devices tested.
Read the full story here.


Nokia seeking buyer for luxury Vertu brand

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 06:52 AM PST

Nokia is apparently seeking to sell its luxury Vertu brand, which offers handsets that are regularly priced in the five figure range, if a report from Financial Times is accurate.
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Amazon Kindle Fire to get software update within two weeks

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 05:37 AM PST

Amazon has revealed to the New York Times that a software update is coming for the Kindle Fire tablet that will address a number of the concerns that users have had with the tablet since its launch.
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