Thursday, December 15, 2011

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Study says Samsung's brand perception beats iPhone thanks to new ads

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 04:56 AM PST

A new study of brand perception among American adults claims that Samsung has edged out Apple and its iPhone in positive perception for the first time. The study points to Samsung's new advertising campaign that pokes at the iPhone's flaws and mocks Apple "fanboys" as the reason for the change of heart.
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Google Galaxy Nexus for Verizon on sale tomorrow, December 15

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 02:49 PM PST

Verizon Wireless has just officially informed us that the much anticipated Google Galaxy Nexus by Samsung will be available for purchase tomorrow, December 15 online and in stores for $299.99 with a two-year contract.
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LG courts the catwalk with Prada Phone 3.0

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 01:46 PM PST

LG and high-fashion house Prada have had a long relationship that has produced a few interesting devices, and now they are continuing their partnership by introducing the new Prada Phone 3.0 by LG. The Prada Phone 3.0 sports a typical slate design, but LG has customized the interface to remove any trace of color.
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Mobile Google+ apps to gain ability to create Hangouts soon

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 12:52 PM PST

Google revealed some of its upcoming plans for the Google+ social network today,announcing that it will soon give the Google+ mobile apps for iOS and Android the ability to create hangout video chats on the go. Prior to this, users could join a video hangout chat with their phone, but they lacked the ability to create them.
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Government agencies train investigative eyes on Carrier IQ

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:52 AM PST

The brouhaha surrounding Carrier IQ and the possible privacy violations that stem from its activity has caught the attention of investigative bodies in Washington. Both the Federal Trade Commission and the Federal Communications Commission have expressed interest in learning more about how Carrier IQ's software works and what its purpose is.
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Netflix blesses iPad app with new tablet interface

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:24 AM PST

We knew that Netflix would be bringing the new interface for tablets that debuted in Netflix for Android to the iPad, and it looks like today is the day when it that happens.
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Verizon's color of 4G LTE now covers 200 million Americans

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:02 AM PST

Verizon Wireless has announced that with tomorrow's roll-out of new LTE markets, the carrier will cover 200 million Americans with 4G LTE service in 190 markets across the country. Verizon had set a goal of covering 185 million by the end of 2011, so this figure is well beyond its initial expectations.
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TeleNav announces browser-based navigation app for smartphones

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 10:49 AM PST

Navigation software maker TeleNav has announced a new, browser-based GPS navigation app that can provide turn-by-turn directions to smartphone owners. The new app relies heavily on HTML5 technology, and will be free to use.
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Google updates Gmail for iOS to version 1.1, adds Scribbles feature

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 10:38 AM PST

Google has released an update for its Gmail app on iOS that improves some aspects of the app and adds a new canvas feature that lets users send drawings or graphics with their email.
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Carrier IQ explains its software, points a finger, and acknowledges a bug

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 09:54 AM PST

Today a beleaguered Carrier IQ, maker of software used by wireless carriers to see how phones on their networks are being used, issued a lengthy report on what its software does and does not do. It also copped to an SMS-related bug.
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Day 9 of Google's 10-cent app promo brings 9 games, 2 utilities

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 08:59 AM PST

The new list of premium Android apps that are on sale in the Android Market for 10 cents a pop has been released, and it looks like those who like to spend a large amount of time playing games will be pleasantly surprised, as the list includes 9 premium games with two utility apps thrown in for good measure.
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T-Mobile offers Lumia 710, Nokia's first Windows Phone in the U.S.

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 08:19 AM PST

Nokia has announced that the first Windows Phone that is headed to the U.S. will be the Lumia 710 for T-Mobile. The Lumia 710 was initially unveiled at Nokia World in October alongside the higher-end Lumia 800.
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Google pulls 22 apps from Android Market because of premium SMS scam

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 07:32 AM PST

Google has removed 22 apps from the Android Market because it was discovered that they were scamming users into paying premium SMS charges. The apps removed this time were posing as popular apps such as Angry Birds, and were discovered by security software provider Lookout.
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White Motorola DROID RAZR hits Verizon tomorrow

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 06:55 AM PST

The white version of the Motorola DROID RAZR that was announced last week will be available for purchase tomorrow, December 15. The white model is exactly the same as the black version as far as specs go, so it is still 7.1mm thick and powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core processor. Buyers who prefer their phone to have a lighter pigment can expect to pay $299.99 on-contract for the white model when it becomes available online and in-stores tomorrow.
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ITC drags feet on HTC, Apple patent ruling once again

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:48 AM PST

The International Trade Commission has once again delayed its decision on the patent dispute between HTC and Apple. The decision was originally supposed to be announced on December 6, but it was pushed back to today, December 14. Now, the companies can look towards next Monday, December 19 for a decision on the matter. It was not revealed why the ITC delayed its plans for a second time. If the ITC decides in Apple's favor, it could result in a ban on the sale of HTC's smartphones and tablets in the U.S.
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Pantech Pocket (AT&T) Android smartphone review

Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:32 AM PST

The Pantech Pocket sports an unusual and high resolution 4:3 aspect ratio touchscreen display. Dan takes this low-cost Android smartphone for AT&T and tests it his full MobileBurn review.
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