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2/4/2012
For some AT&T unlimited users, throttling is just 2GB away
For at least one AT&T customer with an Apple iPhone 4S, AT&T threatened to throttle his data speeds after he was one of the carrier's top 5% data hogs in his region; the problem is that at the time, the customer had used just 2.1GB of data for the month

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2/4/2012
Sony trademarks Xperia Sola name in U.S. and Europe
While registering a trademark for a name doesn't guarantee that the device will ever appear, Sony has filed to protect "Xperia Sola" in the U.S. and Europe with the USPTO and OHIM respectively; Sony has had some impressive looking models such as the Sony Xperia S which wowed the CES crowd

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2/4/2012
Funeral home in East Brunswick helps donate cellphones, free minutes to troops
EAST BRUNSWICK — The Brunswick Memorial Home recently completed a drive to collect 1,000 donated cellphones and about 60,000 free minutes of talk time that will be donated to U.S. troops through Cell Phones for Soldiers.
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2/4/2012
Apple expands its Australian lawsuit against Samsung
gavel2312Apple turned up the heat on Samsung in Australia when it expanded its patent and trademark lawsuit to include 278 new infringement claims covering 22 patents and ten devices (some unreleased). This is a significant increase from the original lawsuit which targeted only the Galaxy Tab 10.1  and included with a handful of patent infringement claims. If the court grants Apple an injunction based on these new claims, it  potentially could prevent Samsung from selling any Android device in the land down under. Samsung and Apple are embroiled in a

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2/4/2012
Windows Phone developer head leaves to work on Amazon Kindle
Windows PhoneBrandon Watson, head of the Windows Phone Developer Experience, is leaving Microsoft to join Amazon. According to the ZDNet report, Watson will take over as the Director of the Kindle Cross Platform team. In this new role, he will oversee the development of Kindle apps including those for Windows Phone and Windows 8. February 6th will be Watson’s last day at the Redmond Company. Watson is one of several key people who recently left the Windows Phone division. In these other cases, the employees joined other divisions within Microsoft. In early December, Windows

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2/4/2012
Asus Eee Pad Slider benchmark tests
Very much a first-generation Honeycomb tablet, the Asus Eee Pad Slider is powered by none other than a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor. Relatively speaking, it’s sufficient enough to carry most basic tasks with minimal effort, but in testing out its full capacity

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2/4/2012
ClockworkMod Touch Recovery gets support for 12 devices
We just saw Koush showing off ClockworkMod's new Touch Recovery last week and make its way to its first two devices, the Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S, but now it has gotten support for another dozen devices
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2/4/2012
Windows Phone Developer Experience chief leaves for Amazon
If you pay even a little bit of attention to the Windows Phone ecosystem, you probably know Brandon Watson, who had been the head of Developer Experience for Windows Phone, but now he's moving on to a new gig
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2/4/2012
Asus Eee Pad Slider unboxing
Looking at its packaging, it’s very similar to the one we found with the Transformer Prime very recently, as it sports a mostly black exterior, while an image of the tablet is plopped right at the center to show off its slide-out keyboard. Around the sides though

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2/4/2012
Review: Samsung Galaxy Attain 4G for MetroPCS

Samsung brings a mid-range Galaxy-class device to MetroPCS's network in the Attain 4G. This simpler smartphone packs some surprises, along with some disappointments.


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2/4/2012
Siri will do a lot of things, but won't get you in shape
Siri might be able to make your appointments, give you the weather in Orlando, remind you to buy presents for a loved one and act like the personal assistant it is supposed to be; but one thing that Siri is definitely not is a personal trainer as you can see in this hilarious video
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2/4/2012
Motorola Looking to Win 2.25% of Apple's iPhone Sales

Court documents reveal that Motorola is seeking 2.25% of Apple's iPhone sales in order to license the standards-essential patents that Motorola holds. That percentage amounts to about $15 per iPhone (unsubsidized iPhone 4S 16GB). Motorola and Apple are amidst a patent battle in German courts, and the document came to light as part of this week's proceedings in those cases. At issues is whether or not Motorola's terms represent a fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) offer. Apple argues that the terms are not fair. Motorola has won two decisions against Apple, one in December and one on February 3. The first pertains to smartphone patents, while the second pertains to Apple's iCloud service and email syncing patents.


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2/4/2012
AT&T Asks FCC to Place Conditions of Dish's Network Plans

AT&T has requested that the Federal Communications Commission set a number of requirements in place before Dish Network can build out its planned LTE-Advanced 4G network. AT&T wants Dish beholden to similar requirements levied on LightSquared. It would be required to cover 100 million POPs within 33 months and reach 260 million POPs within 69 months. AT&T also noted that it has "concerns" over Dish's use of 700MHz spectrum (which AT&T is also using for LTE). Dish responded this week to AT&T's request, saying such conditions would thwart its plans. Dish argues that LTE-Advanced will require much longer to deploy, as no other operator has deployed it yet. It also believes the differences between its commercial network (which will be sold directly to consumers) is different from LightSquared's wholesale approach, and requires more back-end systems be put into place. Last, Dish said its LTE-Advanced network will be deployed on its 2GHz spectrum holdings, not 700MHz. The FCC has not yet ruled on the matter.


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2/4/2012
Prep your phone for Sunday with these Super Bowl apps that get you in the mood
The XLVI Super Bowl game between the Giants and the Patriots is a favorite American pastime and stops just short of a national holiday. See what apps can help you get in the mood

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2/4/2012
Motorola seeks 2.25% of Apple iPhone sales for use of patents
Court documents, recently released, show that Motorola is seeking a payment from Apple of 2.25% of its Apple iPhone sales; in return Apple will get a license enabling them to use patents, including one involved in a infringement case that forced Apple to pull certain devices from its German online store
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2/4/2012
BlackBerry Music Store now available in Canada
BlackBerry Music Store now available in CanadaRIM’s BlackBerry Music Store now lives in Canada where users can download the free Music Store app from the BlackBerry App World and use it to discover new tracks, purchase and download them right away, and tell their inner circle about the songs they dig. You can either use the built-in search to find the tunes, or browse by what’s most popular, what’s new, what’s on sale, genres, sub-genres; or check out other tracks and albums by the same artist. Not sure you like some song? No problem, with access

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2/4/2012
Huawei MediaPad hits AT&T’s tablet offering
Huawei MediaPad hits AT&T's tablet offeringAT&T is adding another tablet to its portfolio – Huawei MediaPad, which is already available in the U.S. as T-Mobile Springboard. Unfortunately, the device AT&T is selling comes with Honeycomb (rather than Ice Cream Sandwich) on board, though we’re sure Android 4.0 update will be released shortly. Moreover, the press release doesn’t mention multiple color options, hinting us the only version the carrier will offer is silver (which BTW looks pretty cool to me). AT&T has already started selling the MediaPad to its enterprise users at varying price points depending

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2/4/2012
Hotels by Orbitz hits the AppStore
Hotels by Orbitz hits the AppStoreOrbitz released a new iPhone app that allows folks to quickly book a hotel while on the go. Available as a free download, Hotels by Orbitz provides users with an “intuitive search-and-book experience” and offers powerful comparison tools, secure booking in just three taps and Orbitz Mobile Steals. The last mentioned feature is touted to deliver exclusive, mobile-only discounts of up to 50% off hotel stays in popular cities worldwide, something that sounds pretty similar to Hotel Tonight’s offering. The new Orbitz application comes on the heels of earlier mobile

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2/4/2012
AT&T’s Motorola ATRIX 2 new update fixes a number of bugs, improves overall experience
AT&T's Motorola ATRIX 2 new update fixes a number of bugs, improves overall experienceAT&T and Motorola released a new software update for the ATRIX 2 smartphone, fixing a number of bugs and improving the overall experience. No, it’s not the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update, though we’re certain it’s in works as we speak. Here’s what software version 55.13.25 brings: Improvements in the camera app, delivering better overall picture taking experience. Addition of Google Music application from where you can shop for millions of songs and download hundreds of free tracks. Re-naming of Motorola Gallery, Music and Files applications to My Gallery,

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2/4/2012
Samsung Champ Deluxe Duos heading to India
Samsung Champ Deluxe Duos heading to IndiaThe regular Samsung Champ Duos isn’t good enough for every citizen of India? For folks who want something more, the Korean company announced Deluxe version of the device, simply called Samsung Champ Deluxe Duos. The somewhat fancier lookin’ device keeps two SIM card slots to allow folks to use two networks at the same time, while the rest of the specs are unchanged (or so we think). In that sense, this little fella comes with a 2.8-inch QVGA screen, 1.3-megapixel camera, FM radio, microSD card slot, and such pre-installed apps

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2/4/2012
Infographic: Mobile advertising from Barcelona to Barcelona
Mobile advertising from Barcelona to BarcelonaMobile ad mediation provider inneractive prepared a neat infographic, illustrating the mobile advertising growth between two Mobile World Congress events. That’s from February 2011 to February 2012. Here’s what you should know: Ad Clicks are up 711% Ad Requests – up 698% Ad Revenues – up 522% Advertising Spend – up 464% Platforms growth: iOS – 981%, Android – 759%, BlackBerry – 265%, and Nokia/Symbian – 423%. Region wise, North America is up 983%, South America – 674%, Europe – 712%, Asia Pacific – 599%, Africa – 653%, and Oceania

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2/4/2012
Motorola seeking 2.25 percent of Apple's iPhone sales in exchange for patent license
According to recently released court documents, Motorola is looking to get 2.25 percent of Apple's iPhone business in exchange for licensing patents that Motorola claims Apple uses.

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2/4/2012
Verizon’s Casio G’zOne Commando updated with push-to-talk capability and a number of bug fixes
Verizon's Casio G'zOne Commando updated with push-to-talk capability and a number of bug fixesVerizon Wireless and Casio released a new update for the rugged G’zOne Commando Android smartphone. Firmware version C771M100 brings a number of improvements, most notably free push-to-talk capability. In addition, there are other changes included as well, such as: Google Mobile Services has been updated to Gingerbread R8. Improvements in security with the latest Google Security Patch. New Verizon Video Application will replace the current V CAST Video app. Addition of text messaging and multimedia messaging signatures. Correctly enter your PIN/Password in Lotus Traveler without error. The screen is now

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2/4/2012
Meg Whitman's HP plans seem to be more buzzwords than solutions
HP CEO Meg Whitman has had a pretty difficult road to travel in her first five months at the helm of the company, and now she has detailed what she sees as the future of HP both in terms of hardware and in its as yet failed software in webOS
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2/4/2012
Huawei Honor with AT&T 3G bands gets the FCC approval
Huawei Honor with AT&T 3G bands gets the FCC approvalIt seems Cricket won’t be the only carrier to offer the Huawei Honor (aka Mercury), with FCC approving the GSM-based version of the device (Cricket’s version is CDMA one) that can sing along AT&T’s 3G network (WCDMA 850 / 1900 MHz). That, however, doesn’t necessarily mean AT&T will launch the Honor, though we’re sure Huawei would like to see that happening. Perhaps the Chinese company is eyeing the Canadian market, or wants to offer the phone unlocked to the American public. In any case, the Honor is one of the

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2/4/2012
UK: Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S Advance available for pre-ordering; Three, T-Mobile and O2 to offer it, too
Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S Advance available for pre-ordering; Three, T-Mobile and O2 to offer it, tooThe newly announced Galaxy S Advance is heading to the UK, with phone retailer MobileFun and Clove already taking pre-orders for the unlocked device. Those of you who want the mid-to-high end smartphone will have to pour out some 350 GBP (around $550) to be amongst the first ones to get it. We’re hearing the first units will be shipped at some point later this month, with Clove listing February 27th as the first shipping date. If you, however, want to get the Galaxy S Advance along with a carrier

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2/4/2012
New survey shows Android finished 2011 with 48.8% of the global smartphone market
A new survey from Canalys shows that Android powered phones finished last year with a commanding 48.8% of the global smartphone market for a stunning 244% increase from last year; the big loser was Windows Phone which dropped 43.3% year over year

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2/4/2012
Report: Windows Phone 8 to be used by more PC manufacturers than handset manufacturers
DigiTimes is reporting that it has been told by an unnamed source that PC manufacturers like Acer, HP and Dell, will be using Windows Phone 8 to launch comebacks into the smartphone market; at the same time, the number of handset manufacturers using the platform is expected to decline
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2/4/2012
Push-to-Talk now available on Verizon Wireless Casio G'Zone Commando after update
A software update from Verizon to the Verizon Wireless Casio G'Zone Commando is bringing Push-to-Talk capabilities with it; the service will be available to the handset's users without having to shell out any additional money

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2/4/2012
Huawei Honor shows off AT&T 3G bands on trip to FCC
Visiting the FCC the other day was the Huawei Honor, which already is known to Cricket customers as the Huawei Mercury; loaded with AT&T's 3G bands, the Honor is expected to launch with Android 2.3.6 installed out of the box
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2/4/2012
Motorola suing German Apple Stores over three patents
According to FOSS Patents, Motorola Mobility is suing Apple's brick and mortar stores in Germany over the alleged infringement of three patents; the suit is filed in Dusseldorf in reference to two FRAND-pledged patents and possibly one patent not FRAND related

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2/4/2012
Stories you shouldn't have missed this week
In case you missed them the first time, we have once again handpicked the week's most interesting stories

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2/4/2012
700,000 Samsung GALAXY Note LTE units sold in South Korea
Starting in November of last year, those living in South Korea were able to take advantage of the home court advantage and purchase the Samsung GALAXY Note LTE before its release in other countries; thus far, the device has rung up over 700,000 unit sales to distributors and sales channels in Samsung's home country

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2/4/2012
Distracted driving news updates (week of 1/29/2012)

2/3/2012
Motorola scores a permanent injunction against Apple’s iCloud in German Court
Motorola calls Apple patents invalidMotorola has just scored a pretty significant injunction against Apple’s iCloud, as a decision in its favor was handed down by judge Andreas Voss in a German court room. The “permanent injunction” forced the Cupertino-based company to remove most of its products from its German-based online store including the iPhone 3G, the iPhone 3GS, and the iPhone 4 as well as any 3G-enabled iPads. Both companies have been in a patent battle for months, with Motorola getting the best of the iPhone maker so far. Lots of developments have occurred after this initial ruling, so lets

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2/3/2012
More smartphones were shipped than PCs last year
blue-screen-of-deathCanalys research firm issued a report today that makes us all think back to our very first time getting a blue screen of death on a PC. According to combined statistics from 2011, manufacturers shipped more smartphones than computers in 2011 – 488 million smartphones hit shelves last year, while only 414.6 million PCs did. Though tablets were supposed to reign in the “post-PC” era, the PC numbers do factor in tablet shipments. “Smart phone shipments overtaking those of client PCs should be seen as a significant milestone,” VP and

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2/3/2012
Motorola Atrix 2 Receives Maintenance and Security Update

Motorola has provided a system update for the Atrix 2, which is sold by AT&T. The software update, which must be downloaded via Wi-Fi, makes a number of adjustments to the Atrix 2. According to Motorola, the update improves the performance of the camera; adds the Google Music application; patches security holes; adds emergency alerts from government agencies; and improves the keyboard, device stability, and performance of the Webtop application. The update is free to download and install.


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2/3/2012
Best Buy giving out free flip covers to those pre-ordering Samsung GALAXY Note LTE
Want a way to protect that new Samsung GALAXY Note LTE that you plan on pre-ordering this weekend? Best Buy will give away a cool looking flip cover if you pre-order the handset with the retailer and activate at the store or online

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2/3/2012
Virtual Operator Ting Launches From Tucows

2/3/2012
Google clarifies why CDMA Galaxy Nexus isn't supported as developer device
Earlier today, news came out that the Verizon Galaxy Nexus was no longer listed on the Android Developer Devices page and the page specifically said that "No CDMA devices are supported", but now Google has
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2/3/2012
LG P880 and P700 caught in certification records
LG has a couple of handsets planned for 2012. One of them is the LG X3, a device rumored to feature a quad-core processor under its hood, and the LG CX2 3D which many believe to be the successor to the LG Optimus 3D Android handset.Sadly we can't confirm their model numbers yet but two LG devices have shown up in filings belonging to the Universal Plug and Play database. The models in question are
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2/3/2012
Analyst cuts RIM forecast because of no BlackBerry licensing deals
The future hasn't been looking very good for RIM for a while now, but some believed that the possibility of RIM opening up its platform or products would help the company fight through, but at least one analyst
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2/3/2012
Motorola DROID 4 $199 price confirmed
According to some rumors Motorola DROID 4 could be launching on the 9th, although fresh rumors are pointing at a possible 10th release.Thanks to an internal screenshot leak, we can now more or less confirm that the Motorola DROID 4 will be available to Verizon subscribers for $199 with a two-year contract.For those who would rather buy the device off-contract at its full retail price, expect to fo
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2/3/2012
Sony Ericsson Xperia Active Billabong Edition unveiled
Billabong is a sports brand known for surfing, skating, snowboarding, wakeboarding, etc.Sony Ericsson has teamed up with Billabong for the Xperia active Billabong Edition, which apparently has been designed “with extreme sports enthusiasts in mind.”Internally it will remain the same as the regular Xperia active edition, which means that users can still expect the same IP67 certificatio
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2/3/2012
White HTC Sensation with Android ICS headed to the Netherlands
If you’re living in the Netherlands, you might be interested to hear that a white version of the HTC Sensation will be headed there soon.While the device will be getting a fresh coat of paint, its internals will remain exactly the same.The device will come with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
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2/3/2012
Yahoo! adds app directory to search page
Update: Apparently Yahoo! has had this feature since June. Consider this an "in case you forgot post." Yahoo! might not be the first search engine you reach out to on a daily basis, but if you are looking for a new iOS or Android app, you might want to give it a look. The oft-forgotten search company has now added an Apps tab to its search page that offers search results populated with apps from the Android Market and iTunes App Store. Users can filter the apps into price brackets or categories, and iOS and Android apps are segregated by tabs. Once you have found the app you want, you can have it sent to your handset over SMS, click a link to go directly to the respective app store, or scan a QR code with your phone to start the download right away. Yahoo! also provides a list of trending apps and reviews on apps from Yahoo! users. With either app store boasting hundreds of thousands of apps these days, any help finding the one you want is greatly appreciated.

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2/3/2012
Samsung SGH-T769 passes through the FCC
It looks like a Samsung device is headed your way with the model number SGH-T769. The device recently made its way through the FCC, but unfortunately apart from its model number, little to nothing is known about the device.The device sports WCDMA bands of 850/AWS/1900, which seems to indicate that it will most likely be headed T-Mobile’s way, an 800×480 display and appears to be powere
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2/3/2012
Verizon Galaxy Nexus may not be considered a developer device any more
Something extremely strange has just happened and we're not 100% sure exactly what it means, but it possibly could be that Google is no longer considering the Verizon Galaxy Nexus as a developer device any more
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2/3/2012
Microsoft Stores promotion offers a free year of Zune Pass for those who buy a Windows Phone
Running right now until Valentine’s Day on February 14th, Microsoft Stores are offering a year of Zune Pass for free, well, that’s as long as you purchase a Windows Phone from them. Although it’s more than likely applied to devices bought with a contract, we’d fathom

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2/3/2012
T-Mobile Nexus S users, borrow a friend's AT&T SIM to gain access to Google Wallet
While the NFC-based Google Wallet app is now officially available to Nexus S users on AT&T, it takes little more than a moment with a borrowed SIM card for T-Mobile Nexus S users to enjoy contacless payments as well.

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2/3/2012
Prep your phone for Sunday with these Super Bowl apps that get you in the mood
The XLVI Super Bowl game between the Giants and the Patriots is a favorite American pastime and stops just short of a national holiday. See what apps can help you get in the mood

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2/3/2012
US government and military getting Android phones
Security is one of the things that Android competitors always want to take a swipe at, but if any organizations takes security seriously it would be the US government and US military, and it looks like both will be getting
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2/3/2012
Motorola ATRIX 2 sees a new software update, but it's not for ICS
Requiring owners to download the update via a Wi-Fi connection, the software update brings forth some new enhancements, tweaks, and fixes that will no doubt extend the handset’s functionality even further. Specifically, it features improvements to the performance
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2/3/2012
Apple Resumes Selling Older iPhones in Germany

Apple was able to convince a German court to suspend an injunction that went into effect earlier today that temporarily prevented it from selling the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPad 2 via its web site. Apple lost a patent ruling to Motorola in December that effects the aforementioned devices. The patents in question cover GPRS standards. Apple claims that Motorola is seeking licensing terms for the patents that don't comply with fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) rules. The iPhone 4S was excluded from the patent ruling because it uses a Qualcomm baseband rather than one from Infineon. Motorola had to post a $100 million bond for the ban to take effect., but Apple won a reversal. It isn't clear how long the reversal will last. Separately, German courts today issued another ruling against Apple and its iCloud service. Apple was found guilty of infringing on a Motorola patent concerning how email is synced between devices. The ruling gives Motorola leeway to inquire about past device sales as it prepares requests for damages. Apple is appealing the decisions.


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2/3/2012
U.S. Army, government adopting Android smartphones and tablets for field use
The U.S. government has approved certain Android devices for use by federal employees and officers in the military this year. This is the first time that smartphones have been approved to handle classified documents in the field.

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2/3/2012
Ting Launches 'Mobile Service That Makes Sense' on Sprint

A company called Ting has this week launched its cellular phone service using Sprint's CDMA and WiMax networks. Ting, which is operated by Tucows, provides inexpensive, no-contract access to mobile services. Potential customers will need to buy a Ting-branded phone from Ting, which range from the Samsung Reclaim for $45 to the Motorola Photon for $545. Phone prices are subsidized only slightly. Voice minutes, messages, and data can be each be ordered separately so that customers get the services they want at the cost they need. Voice plans range from "XS" at $0 per month for zero minutes to "XXL" at $52 per month for 3,000 minutes. Text messaging plans range from $0 to $14 and data plans range from $0 to $60 per month, depending on amounts. Users must pay $6 per handset per month at a bare minimum to keep the service active. The service includes voicemail, picture and video messaging, three-way calling, caller ID, tethering, hotspot at no extra cost. Ting is available anywhere Sprint services is provided.


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2/3/2012
Apple and Samsung to grab 90% of 2012 mobile profits
It seems we may need to reframe the argument of iOS vs Android to be simply Apple vs Samsung, because after the huge numbers the two companies put together in 2011, analysts think that 2012 will be even bigger
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2/3/2012
Foursquare is apparently working on an automatic check-in feature for its iOS app
In a recent interview with Business Insider, Rainert mentioned that the app would be gaining automatic check-ins over time, but it seems that “technical restraints” and design are preventing it from becoming a reality right now. Fortunately, the iOS 5 Radar
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2/3/2012
Verizon Prepping Maintenance Update for Droid RAZR

Verizon Wireless has shared the details about a forthcoming software update headed to the Motorola Droid RAZR. The update does not include Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, but does introduce a wide range of enhancements and bug fixes. Some of the applications affected include the mobile hotspot, visual voicemail, VZ Navigator, Bluetooth performance, battery life, and MotoCast. The update also installs new applications, including V CAST and the Commercial Mobile Alert Service. The update will be available shortly.


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2/3/2012
Refurbished Motorola XOOM tablets sold with original owner data intact
Motorola has announced that roughly 100 refurbished XOOM Wi-Fi Android tablets were sent to their new owners with a little bonus: the original owner's data. The affected tablets were sold as part of a batch of 6,200 on Woot.com from October through December of 2011.

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2/3/2012
Google Wallet Appears in Android Market for AT&T Phones

Google Wallet has become visible to AT&T variants of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S. The application was previously only available to the Sprint version of the Nexus S (though unofficial workarounds for other handsets were possible). The appearance of the application means that Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S owners will be able to download, install, and use the NFC-based Google Wallet mobile payment system to make purchases at select retailers in select cities around the U.S. Google Wallet is still officially unavailable to the Verizon version of the Galaxy Nexus.


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2/3/2012
iTunes Match pairing explicit songs with censored versions, Apple says fix on the way
Apple's iTunes Match service is the company's answer to Google Music and the Amazon Cloud Player as a way to access all of your music wherever you are. The difference is that iTunes Match doesn't actually upload or store your music; rather it scans your library and then offers the songs you own from Apple's own collection. This normally sounds like a great plan (no uploading!), but as some users have recently learned, the system doesn't always work as advertised.

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2/3/2012
Roughly 100 Motorola XOOM tablets sold by Woot were improperly refurbished - Moto wants them back
Apparently, it seems that approximately 100 out of a batch of 6,200 XOOMs were improperly refurbished, thus, resulting in some units retaining the information of the previous owner. Therefore, it’s possible that data such as photographs, documents, passwords
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2/3/2012
Vimeo app for Windows Phone now available
After launching a new Android app and teasing of its new Windows Phone and iOS apps, Vimeo has finally pulled the trigger and published its Windows Phone app in the Windows Phone Marketplace. The free app allows users to watch and manage the videos in their accounts, browse Vimeo's video catalog, share videos through Facebook, Twitter, email, or SMS, and upload HD videos from their phones. Vimeo has designed the app to match Microsoft's Metro interface, so it fits in with native Windows Phone apps. Head on over to the Windows Phone Marketplace to download the new Vimeo app now.

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2/3/2012
Apple granted temporary suspension of German iPhone, iPad injunction
According to a statement by Apple provided to SlashGear, the company has been awarded a temporary suspension of the injunction against the iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4 and 3G-connected iPads in Germany that was enacted earlier this morning.

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2/3/2012
Android Platform Distribution, 60% For Gingerbread, 1% For Ice Cream Sandwich
Google presented recently the platform distribution for December 2011. As expected, Gingerbread is the most distributed and it keeps extending. This version of the software powers 58.6% and it grew 3.1% from November. Froyo is placed second, even if this version has seen a decline to 27.8%, compared to November, with 2.6%. Until now, the
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2/3/2012
Community Center’s cell phone collection benefits troops
Donating unwanted cell phones can help the Dayton Community Center to raise thousands of dollars for much needed programs and services. The community center has announced the Feb. 1 kickoff of its cel
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2/3/2012
Wi-Fi HTC Security Bug Discovered, Fix Rolls Out Next Week
There was a security bug discovered recently on several devices from HTC. This little bug can allow any apps that have access to Access_Wifi_State permissions to check the Wi-Fi status but also to any passwords for your Wi-Fi connections. So far, 7 Android devices from HTC were found having this bug. The devices are: Thunderbolt
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2/3/2012
Sony Ericsson Xperia active Billabong Edition brings the sports enthusiast out of you
Today, Sony Ericsson announced a global strategic partnership with Billabong – you know, the company that makes all of those cool sports themed clothing apparel and various boards. In order to show their mutual love towards one another, we’re being introduced

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2/3/2012
Samsung Galaxy S III, Quad-Core And 2 GB RAM, To Be Launched In April?
Samsung Galaxy S III becomes more and more a smartphone craved by those waiting. The Galaxy S II had success all around the world but the S III should top it. Accroding to Eldar Murtazin, Russian blogger, the device should be launched in April. Even more, the blogger revealed some of the device’s features (at
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2/3/2012
iOS And Android, Two Platforms That Show Growth In 4th Quarter In US
A new survey was conducted by comScore regarding the growth of smartphone platforms in the 4th quarter. According to their statistics, the only 2 platforms that had any significant growth were Android and iOS. Android is still number one in preferences and their shares rose to 47% from 44.8% from the previous quarter, while iOS
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2/3/2012
Motorola DROID 4, To Be Launched February 10th
According to yesterday rumors, the Motorola DROID 4 should be launched February 9th with Verizon. Well, today that date changed and it was moved to February 10th. It would be ok if the release date would remain unchanged because it’s just one day apart, but as we all know, these release date always change. So,
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2/3/2012
10 funny iPad accessories that are real (almost)
Accessories! Some want them, some not, but when it’s about an Apple product you know they’d be there even before it arrives…

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2/3/2012
Google Wallet available for Nexus S, Galaxy Nexus used on AT&T
Google Wallet has had a rocky start since its introduction last year, with it only being officially available for Google Nexus S 4G owners on Sprint, despite other devices likes the unlocked Nexus S and the GSM and LTE versions of the Galaxy Nexus having the proper hardware support for the service. That seems to be changing, however, as the Google Wallet app is now appearing for Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus owners who are using the devices on AT&T's network.

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2/3/2012
Skype for Nokia Belle phones is out
Skype for Nokia Belle phones is outSkype has updated its app for Symbian Belle devices (version 2.1.23) like the Nokia 700, 701, 603 and many others that will get the new OS via a firmware update. The popular VoIP application now comes with Belle-like look and feel, while the overall performance has been significantly improved. You know that Skype is a must-have app on your smartphone, right? So if you have a compatible device, get it now. Sure there are other VoIP solutions out there, some of which are even cheaper to use. However, with most

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2/3/2012
Facebook, LinkedIn update their Android apps
Facebook, LinkedIn update their Android appsTwo of the largest social networks, Facebook and LinkedIn, updated their Android apps. First comes the new member of the stock exchange, which app got some handy new features, including: New easier navigation – with a single press you can get to your groups, apps, pages, and settings Improved search that now allows you to look through friends, subscribers, apps and pages Ability to see your friends tags on pictures and zoom Faster notifications – real-time alerts with new push notifications Play games and access your favorite apps on the

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2/3/2012
10 cool iPhone accessories for $20 or less
We have done a little digging on the internet and collected for you 10 cool iPhone accessories that cost $20 or less. Care to know which ones we selected? Read along to find out

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2/3/2012
T-Mobile giving 30% off an accessory in honor of 500,000 Facebook fans
T-Mobile has just surpassed the half a million mark when it comes to fans on Facebook. In honor of reaching this milestone, T-Mobile has released a printable coupon valid for 30% off any one accessory

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2/3/2012
Ting's no-contract, 'pain free' wireless services now available
Ting, the new MVNO that promises to revolutionize mobile phone plans, launched its services to businesses and consumers this week. Ting's premise is that it offers customers more choice with their plans, an even reimburses them for unused minutes - something no other wireless provider can claim.

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2/3/2012
Consumer survey reveals decline in consumer satisfaction with Apple’s phone support
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, one of Apple’s cornerstones has always been phenomenal customer service. A report published by Vocalabs which takes a look at customer satisfaction with phone-based technical support shows some disconcerting trends from Apple’s camp

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2/3/2012
Nokia rushing to kill Symbian, readying Nokia N8 successor as the last device?
After Nokia admitted it can’t meet the 150 million target it set for sales of its “burning” Symbian platform last quarter, now it seems to admit the fire is burning hotter and Nokia might be forced to not quietly retreat, but quickly jump off that platform…
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2/3/2012
How to select the right ultrabook for you
How to select the right ultrabook for youAnd I’m continuing to rant about ultrabooks. This time we’ll help you select the right model for you. Here are some things you should consider. Screen size Most ultrabooks have a 13.3-inch screen, though there are some with smaller and bigger screens, and it’s kinda safe to bet we’ll see even more proliferation in the future. For instance, the Asus UX21 comes with an 11.6-inch display, while LG Xnote Z430 and HP Envy 14 Spectre both have a 14-inch screen. Size and weight The screen size is (obviously) directly proportional

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2/3/2012
White HTC Sensation with preloaded Android 4.0 hitting Europe on March 1st
White HTC Sensation with preloaded Android 4.0 hitting Europe on March 1stHTC Sensation in white will hit (at least parts of) Europe on March 1st. But wait, there’s more – that version of the device also comes with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich preloaded, hinting us all of the Sensation users will get the new software in early March (or so we hope). The information comes from the Taiwanese company’s Dutch office, though we’re certain the Netherlands won’t be the only country where you’ll be able to buy the white Sensation. As a reminder, the HTC Sensation is still considered one

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2/3/2012
Google Chrome to Phone Android app gets new look and feel, landscape support
Google Chrome to Phone Android app gets new look and feel, landscape supportGoogle updated its Google Chrome to Phone Android app with two new features. First of all, you’ll notice a new (improved) look and feel. Perhaps even more important is the added landscape support, which for some reason was missing from the initial app. You may be browsing (and consequently using Google Chrome to Phone) in a portrait mode exclusively, but I’m sure folks with side-sliding phones (those with QWERTY keyboards and perhaps the Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY) more often than not rely on landscape view. Finally, this release also fixes

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2/3/2012
Juniper Research: There will be 3 million mHealth remote monitoring users by 2016
Juniper Research: There will be 3 million mHealth remote monitoring users by 2016According to the latest report by Juniper Research, a burgeoning market for healthcare peripherals and increasing smartphone processing power will result in the number of patients monitored by mobile networks to rise to 3 million by 2016. Using a smartphone as a hub, remote patient monitoring will also lower the cost of mHealth services by reducing the need for costly tailored devices. The report goes on suggesting that the monitoring of cardiac outpatients is currently leading the field, though in time the management of diabetes and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary

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2/3/2012
Rypple brings its social performance management app to the Android community
Rypple brings its social performance management app to the Android communityRypple, the web-based social performance management platform, is going beyond the iPhone, having launched a version of its mobile app for the Android platform. Using the free to download application, managers and employees can align themselves around social goals, recognize great work right when it happens, and stay connected while in meetings or on the road. Some of the Rypple app features include: Public recognition – with your (manager’s) message appearing on a colleague’s individual Rypple profile as part of their portfolio of accomplishments. Real-time feedback – Rypple captures all

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2/3/2012
Samsung Galaxy Y Duos and Galaxy Y Pro Duos start selling in Europe
Samsung Galaxy Y Duos and Galaxy Y Pro Duos start selling in EuropeSamsung has started selling two of its dual-SIM Android smartphones, Galaxy Y Duos and Galaxy Y Pro Duos, in parts of Europe. At the moment I’m writing this, the second device is available in Greece for 139 EUR (about $181) from the operator Wind. Moreover, both phones are selling in Russia, with Galaxy Y Duos going for 7,990 RUB (some $263) and Galaxy Y Pro Duos for 9,990 RUB (about $330), which is much more than what Greeks will be paying. Dual SIM devices are known for their limited distribution

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2/3/2012
Sony announces MWC event for Feb 26th
Sony has just sent out invitations for its MWC event where it promises to update us with its newest devices, and we’ll be there covering all new gadgets and announcements…

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2/3/2012
Rubber vs diamonds: the luxurious iPhone bumpers
Not all bumpers are made equal. Some are there just to add protection, while not entirely ruining your iPhone's look. Others take a "slightly" different approach - they become an integral part of your handset's appearance. Once your iPhone is dressed up in one of these, it'll never want to take it off

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2/3/2012
Apple ups Australian complaint against Samsung to 278 claims on 22 patents
Apple has expanded its patent infringement case against Samsung in Australia to now cover 278 claims on 22 patents allegedly infringed upon by 10 different devices. The broader scope of Apple's complaint even includes devices such as the Galaxy Tab 7.0 that are not yet on sale in the country.

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2/3/2012
Apple forced to pull iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, iPad 2 with 3G from German online store
Apple released a statement in Germany today indicating that it has been required by the court to remove the iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPad 2 with 3G from its online store because of a patent dispute with Motorola. Though the devices are unavailable online, they are still sold in Apple retail stores and partner locations.

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2/3/2012
Motorola ATRIX 2 for AT&T gets an update
A new software update is rolling out to AT&T Motorola ATRIX 2 users. The new firmware revision, v55.13.25, is expected to offer enhancements for a better entertainment experience, greater device security, and an improved operational system performance. For the full list of improvements, go here.

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2/3/2012
Nokia Hello project replacing “inefficient” verbal communication with NFC, and it's not even April Fools' yet
Now, this better be Nokia’s April fools joke posted early, or it’s easily the nuttiest idea we’ve seen from a company’s research department (and we’ve seen some crazy ones!)…
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2/3/2012
Rhapsody for Android updated with new tablet interface
Rhapsody is now offering Android tablet users a unique user experience with a new UI specifically made you their larger devices. According to the online music subscription giant, Android tablets with 9-inch displays and larger will not just get a modified smartphone app. The new UI offers a "more touchable, more engaging" music discovery process. New Rhapsody customers can trial the app for free and listen to over 14 million song choices right now.

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2/3/2012
New Galaxy S II Android 4.0 ROM surfaces with battery life improvements
The update is dated January 29, so it's fairly fresh from the oven, and the best improvement over the previous ICS leaks for the Galaxy S II is the battery life, which has apparently increased significantly

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2/3/2012
More cell phones are bathroom-bound
A marketing agency’s study says 75-percent of Americans with mobile phones say they use the devices in the bathroom.
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2/3/2012
Windows Phone 8 coming with microSD card support
Windows Phone 8 - yes, that’s what Windows Phone will evolve into after the Apollo update - is expected to come with plenty of new features, but probably one of the biggest novelties…
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2/3/2012
Motorola wins in Germany against Apple, iCloud features banned, iPhone 4 disappears online
The court awarded Motorola an injunction against the push email feature in iCloud, so German iOS users will probably be requested to set their email checking in another mode. Apple has, due to an earlier ruling from December, also pulled its 3G/UMTS products from its German online store last night, such as the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, and the 3G-enabled iPad. Retialers are still selling those, though, and Motorola will probably have a battle before it to ban those 3G products across the board.
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2/3/2012
Cell Phones Numbers Going Public? Probably Not
The message sounds deceptively helpful: “All cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sales calls,” the email states.
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2/3/2012
Drivers reminded to put cell phones away
The RCMP, Regina Police Service and SGI are reminding motorists of the risks involved with using cell phones to talk or text while driving. In recent months, cell phone use has been identified as a possible cause in two fatal collisions in the province, according to RCMP.
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