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3/14/2010
PhoneArena's Retro-Rewind: LG VX8000
The LG VX8000 was the first Verizon phone to feature a 1.3MP camera with CCD image sensor, dual TFT displays with 262K color support, stereo speakers and external music controls. Life was good in 2005

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3/14/2010
PhoneArena's Retro-Rewind: LG VX8000
The LG VX8000 was the first Verizon phone to feature a 1.3MP camera with CCD image sensor, dual TFT displays with 262K color support, stereo speakers and external music controls. Life was good in 2005

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3/13/2010
Bill passes making cell phones, texting while driving primary offense (Everett Herald)
Police may soon be able to pull over those cars whose drivers are talking on a handheld cell phone. The House reversed course Thursday night and, in an agreement with the Senate, approved a bill to make such behavior a primary offense.
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3/13/2010
Advice on prenatal care now can land free on moms' cell phones (Baltimore Sun)
Aiming to cut down on the high number of premature births in Maryland and across the nation, a new program will offer words of advice for pregnant women and new mothers in a place that will be hard to miss: their cell phones.
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3/13/2010
Wyoming to round up texting drivers
Wyoming became the 20th state to ban text messaging while driving, as its governor signed legislation that will go into effect on July 1. The anti-texting legislation (Senate File 20), was sponsored by Sen. Floyd Esquibel, D-Cheyenne, who has authored multiple distracted driving bills in the past. The law calls for primary enforcement (police can stop and
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3/13/2010
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa coming to iPhone on April 27th!
Right from the floor of GDC, EA Mobile announced that 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa will be released for the iPhone and iPod Touch on April 27! Those attending the event (unfortunately I wasn’t there) had a chance to play the game, though I’m guessing it was not the build EA was demoing. PocketGamer was


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3/13/2010
SPB Software brings SPB Quads to Symbian touchscreen phones
SPB Software is bringing its popular puzzle title SPB Quads to Symbian S60 touch-enabled smartphones. The game, which is already available for the iPhone and Windows Mobile platforms, sees you putting together “all your pattern-finding skills to succeed.” The goal is to reveal and mark rectangles’ corners of the same colors in a field filled


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3/13/2010
Qualcomm to bid in India’s BWA spectrum auction?
Qualcomm (NSDQ: QCOM) wants a piece of the ever growing Indian mobile market. But it don’t want to participate in the upcoming 3G spectrum auction — rather it wants to skip that step and bid for BWA radio spectrum that could be used for WiMAX and LTE services. BWA auctions are set to begin two weeks


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3/13/2010
IBM to collaborate universities in India and Japan to make mobile devices more accessible
As part of its Open Collaborative Research program, IBM is working together with the National Institute of Design (NID) of India and Japan’s Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAST) to explore an open, common user interface platform for mobile devices that will make them easier to use for disadvantaged populations around the world. Here’s


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3/13/2010
GuidePoint launches Android application
GuidePoint Systems, the company that is known as a GPS-based telematic service provider to vehicle owners and fleet managers, has released a free Android app, allowing users to gain access to a variety of location-based services including stolen vehicle recovery, driving directions, emergency help and other assistance. The application, which is already available for the iPhone,


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3/13/2010
China Mobile grabs 20% of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank through a new shares offering
As expected, China Mobile (NYSE: CHL) announced that it has entered into a share subscription agreement with Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, through its wholly-owned subsidiary – China Mobile Group Guangdong Company Limited. The world’s largest mobile operator in terms of number of subscribers grabbed 2,207,511,410 A shares to be issued by SPD Bank by way


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3/13/2010
iSkiPass lets iPhone users buy ski pass for Swiss Alps from their beloved device
SKIDATA, the company behind online ski pass reservation service, is taking the “iPhone route.” Their application is called (guess) iSkiPass and it basically brings their online “process” to the iPhone/iPod Touch, allowing users to quickly and securely buy a ski pass from their beloved gadget. The process involves buying a ski pass, loading it onto an


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3/13/2010
Evernote iPhone integrations
In addition to the dedicated Evernote iPhone application, the popular note-taking service is also used on / integrated with other apps. Here are some that rely on the Evernote API to deliver a better service:Document reading (OCR) applications that take advantage of Evernote’s handwriting recognition technology include: DocScanner, JotNot, Qipit White and Scanner Pro. News apps


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3/13/2010
Twitter calendar service TwitCal gets an iPhone app
Infoteria, the company behind the TwitCal service (Twitter calendar), is launching an iPhone application – allowing users to share, follow and publish event information through Twitter. In other words, you can use TwitCal to:Tweet events – i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, public events, etc. Follow other people’s calendars – family calendars, artists’ event schedules, sports game days and so


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3/13/2010
BlackBerry Slider Caught on Camera Again
It’s more than likely that the last batch of BlackBerry slider pictures left you unsatisfied, so here’s a fresh serving, showing the device side-by-side with the BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) Curve 8900,and the rear, complete with the door off. Sure, it puts on a few millimeters for being in two parts, but as you can see,


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3/13/2010
Hands-on video: Nokia Messaging for social networks
We had a chance to sit down with Nokia (NYSE: NOK) and check out its Nokia Messaging for social networks application and it seems like Nokia gets how people want to use these services on the go. The app is aimed at making it easier to connect with Facebook and Twitter on the go (Nokia plans


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3/13/2010
Qualcomm patent hints at a new kind of tablet
Tablet computers are a dime a dozen these days, but they all have one thing in common. They’re all slate-style devices with a single touch-sensitive touchscreen and run some sort of mobile operating system. Case in point, the Apple (NSDQ: AAPL) iPad is getting a lot of attention as one of this year’s headlining slate


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3/13/2010
If the world is still intact, Apple and Nokia will face each other in court in 2012
Nokia is apparently seeking $1.3 billion from Apple for infringing on its patents, while the trial is expected to start in 2012
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3/13/2010
Vodafone UK runs free eBook promo to their subscribers
Vodafone UK used today as an opportunity to give customers the opportunity to download up to five free eBooks to their mobile phone. This was the latest in a series of Free Fridays from the UK’s best network that has previously seen customers receive free mobile Internet and free music on the last day of


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3/12/2010
LogMeIn launches Pro2 remote access for Mac
LogMeIn Pro2 for Mac is now available, giving Macs the freedom to be accessed from virtually anywhere, using an Internet-connected web browser or Apple (NSDQ: AAPL) iPhone. With this newest version of LogMeIn Pro2, MacBooks, iMacs and Mac Pros can now be accessed by their users for work or play, in the office or out,


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3/12/2010
Vodafone UK allows registrations for the Google Nexus One
Vodafone (NYSE: VOD) UK have updated the coming soon section of their website quite spectacularly in the last few days – I already reported on the HTC Legend and HTC Desire making it on to the ‘pre-registration’ list (see here), but now we have the Google Nexus One appearing too (never mind the Sony Ericsson


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3/12/2010
Beta version of Tether is now available for Android
Android users that are looking to join in the same fun as BlackBerry users who use Tether, formerly known as TetherBerry, will be happy to know that the beta
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3/12/2010
Wayne County Sheriff issues appeal to donate used cell phones to help seniors (Dearborn Press & Guide)
DETROIT -- Each year, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office distributes thousands of cell phones to senior citizens so they can call 911 in an emergency. But that supply is dwindling leaving Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon to issue his own call for help.
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3/12/2010
O2 mobile phone recycling scheme pays out £1m to customers
O2 Recycle, a mobile phone (and other stuff) recycling service which is O2 (NYSE: TEF) branded, has generated a massive £1 million in cash pay outs for customers, less than five months since its launch in October 2009. The service is operated by phone recycling specialist Redeem Plc and aims to re-use as many of


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3/12/2010
Soon, drivers could be pulled over for using cell phones (Everett Herald)
OLYMPIA — Traffic police may soon be able to pull over vehicles whose drivers are talking on a handheld cell phone. The House reversed course Thursday night and agreed with the Senate on a bill to make it a primary offense to use a handheld phone while driving.
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3/12/2010
Bill passes making cell phones, texting while driving primary offense (Everett Herald)
Police may soon be able to pull over those cars whose drivers are talking on a handheld cell phone. The House reversed course Thursday night and, in an agreement with the Senate, approved a bill to make such behavior a primary offense.
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3/12/2010
BlackBerry 9650 Bold User Manual Leaked
Hot on the heels of rumours of an impending May release, the manual for the BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) 9650 has leaked out, settling once and for all that yes, it will be called the Bold and not the Tour. Taking a quick flip through the PDF, features like OS 5.0, Wi-Fi and GPS, but not


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3/12/2010
Vodafone UK looking to lose 500 jobs, acquiring 3UK?
You can file at least part of this post under ‘bad news’ – in the sense that redundancies are rarely, if ever, good news, for all of those involved. Vodafone (NYSE: VOD) UK are said to be preparing to axe as many as 500 jobs in an effort to cut costs. According to TechDigest, Vodafone UK are


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3/12/2010
Nokia makes a revision to its 2009 market share - expects no growth this year
Rather than posting a higher market share in its revision, Nokia had to decrease it from an earlier 38 percent to 34 percent for its 2009 estimates
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3/12/2010
Check out the iPhone game controlled by your mind
While trolling around the Game Developer’s Conference this week, I stumbled upon an interesting app from MindGames which lets you use your brain to play a game. Tug of Mind will be a $5 iPhone game aimed at teaching people how to stay calm under tense situations. You can upload a photo of someone that can


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3/12/2010
iPhone App My First Game is great for young children
“My First Game” is an early-learning game entirely devised for children aged 3 to 6, which they can play either on their own or along with their parents.”My First Game” offers a total of 12 different activities which are both fun and encourage learning. Many different skills are covered, such as recognizing shapes, writing, memory,


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3/12/2010
ESPN Mobile TV lands on Sprint TV
With 24 hours of sports coverage, ESPN Mobile TV will offer a good amount of quality sports programming to get anyone who wants to be kept up-to-date
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3/12/2010
Nexus One's touchscreen has hardware limitations that affect its performance?
With talk circulating of problems with the Nexus One's touchscreen, it appears that the better multitouch responses on the DROID are due to a different touch sensor than the one Motorola uses
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3/12/2010
Nokia C6 is actually a Nokia Nuron with a landscape QWERTY?
The Nokia C6 will look similar to the Nokia Nuron 5230 except for the noticeable landscape QWERTY keyboard it'll be packing along according to

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3/12/2010
Brazil will start manufacturing BlackBerry smartphones
RIM is apparently in the process of opening up a manufacturing plant in Brazil where they will work hand in hand with Flextronics to produce the BlackBerry

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3/12/2010
AT&T Offers Live Coverage of NCAA March Madness
All 64 games of the NCAA® Division I Men's Basketball Championship will be available on AT&T Mobile TV and AT&T Radio services. Live Coverage of Men's NCAA March Madness Subscribers of both AT&T Mobile TV and AT&T Radio will be
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3/12/2010
CNN Mobile Coming to FLO TV
FLO TV will offer CNN Mobile, a channel that includes programming from CNN/US, CNN International and HLN, as well as CNN.com content.  The channel will be available on the FLO TVPersonal Television and FLO TV Auto Entertainment platforms, in
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3/12/2010
iPhones Used More on Nights and Weekends, Says Localytics
iPhone apps are usually used in the evening and on the weekend notes an hourly study of iPhone app analytics data by Localytics. Mobile app usage in the US and Canada peaked at 9:00 pm EST during the week
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3/12/2010
Smartphone Use All Over the Place, Interested in Mobile Coupons and Barcodes, Says Compete
New Compete data is tracking how smartphones are integrated into the daily lives of all types of consumers which bodes well for mobile marketing, especially mobile coupons, Consumers' primary usage of their smartphones is for reasons of personal productivity and
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3/12/2010
Nokia Looking for Dismissal of Apple Suit

Nokia has asked the Delaware judge overseeing the lawsuits between Apple and Nokia to toss Apple's claims that Nokia is engaging in monopolistic behavior. Apple says that Nokia is in breach of contract and is demanding unreasonable royalties for


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3/12/2010
Sprint TV Scores ESPN Mobile

Sprint and ESPN today announced the launch of ESPN Mobile TV as part of the Sprint TV streaming video lineup. The announcement comes soon after Sprint confirmed that it would lose its NFL Mobile app to Verizon Wireless. In


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3/12/2010
FCC iPhone, Droid an' Droid Apps 2Day: Broaband Quality Testing App
The U.S. government in its efforts to expand broadband across the great digital divide is offering free web-testing on their website and Android as well as iPhone apps to check broadband speed. Their website is such a big hit, it,
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3/12/2010
Samsung Publishes Info About Two Unannounced Devices

Today Samsung published information about two entry-level devies that are headed to the TracFone network. Both are dual-band GSM devices.SGH-t155g: This clamshell has external icons that light up when the phone has unread text messages, missed calls or other


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3/12/2010
Bulgaria plays host to the Android 2.1 powered Motorola MILESTONE
It's becoming quite clear that an Android 2.1 powered Motorola MILESTONE will be available in Bulgaria “by March 20th” according to the country's
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3/12/2010
Tony Hawk game is for "real" on the iPhone & "dropping soon"
There was no doubt that the Tony Hawk franchise would eventually make its way into the mobile gaming world with a port of one of the Tony Hawk Pro Skater games

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3/12/2010
Verizon to get the LG Cosmos VN250
Even though the LG Rumor 2 came out for Sprint last year, Verizon is now getting their version called the Cosmos VN250 on March 25th

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3/12/2010
Cell Phones & Traffic Accidents-A New Report (KBTX 3 Bryan - College Station)
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Cell phone use has contributed to thousands of Texas automobile accidents since 2005, according to records obtained by a San Antonio television station through an open-records request.
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3/12/2010
Study: 6 percent of Seattle drivers on cell phones (KGW NewsChannel 8 Portland)
SEATTLE (AP) — A survey by University of Washington students found that about 6 percent of Seattle drivers — 1 in 16 — were using mobile phones. An associate professor of communications, Philip Howard, directed more than 90 students. They watched nearly 40,000 drivers at random times on 16 days last month. They caught about 2,500 talking or texting. The university reported Thursday that 55
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3/12/2010
Stylish looking LG GD350 headed to the Russian market
Russia will soon see yet another stylish handset from the Korean based manufacturer as LG Electronics plans on introducing the LG GD350 into that market

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3/12/2010
Nexus One shows up on Vodafone's web site - possible launch this month
Since its unveiling back in January, it was confirmed that the Nexus One was coming to Vodafone UK some time in the spring; specifically it was scheduled for an April

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3/12/2010
Windows 95 makes an appearance on the HTC HD2
For something that was created to run back in 1995, you'd think that our modern smartphones would be more than capable of running something like Windows 95
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3/12/2010
1 in 16 Seattle drivers on cell phones (The Olympian)
A survey by University of Washington students found that about 6 percent of Seattle drivers - 1 in 16 - were using mobile phones.
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3/12/2010
Scaled down version of the Nexus One headed to India?
Now there seems to be a rumor that points to Google's own flagship device, the Nexus One, getting a mini makeover as a “scaled down” version of it is headed for India
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3/12/2010
Android powers itself to a 154 percent increase in market share over the last 3 months
Industry research firm comScore shed some light in the performance of all the major mobile phone platforms out there – Android is
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3/12/2010
Nokia asks judge to toss Apple lawsuit
Today Nokia asked a judge in the U.S. District Court in Delaware to toss an Apple lawsuit that claims Nokia infringed on its patents.

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3/12/2010
Apple pre-sells estimated 50,000 iPads in first 2 hours
Selling like hotcakes, the Apple iPad is estimated to have sold 50,000 units in just the first two hours of accepting pre-orders

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3/12/2010
ESPN Mobile TV now on Sprint TV
Sprint today announced that its Sprint TV service will now include the ESPN Mobile TV channel. Coverage will begin this month and the channel will broadcast over 800 live events this year. Popular Sprint TV equipped handsets include the HTC Hero, Samsung Moment, Samsung Instinct, Palm Pre, and BlackBerry Curve.

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3/12/2010
Nokia to change how they measure mobile industry unit shipments, will include Asian counterfeits
Nokia (NYSE: NOK) released a press release today stating that they’re going to be “revising its definition of the industry mobile device market that it uses to estimate industry volumes”. The new definition will include “vendors of legitimate, as well as unlicensed and counterfeit, products with manufacturing facilities primarily centered around certain locations in Asia


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3/12/2010
AT&T is cutting in half the prices for some of its messaging phones for spring
The slightly warmer weather expected to come along with spring brings some great deals as AT&T is offering their customers up to 50 percent off most
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3/12/2010
FLO Tunes In to CNN

Today Qualcomm's FLO TV unit announced that it has struck a deal with Turner Broadcasting and will now offer CNN as part of its lineup of mobile TV channels. The channel includes programming from CNN/US, CNN International and HLN,


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3/12/2010
Let's Talk shows March 24th as its launch date for the HTC HD2
Perhaps it really isn't much of a surprise, but a retailer has finally confirmed the expected March 24th launch date foe the Windows Mobile superstar, the HTC HD2

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3/12/2010
Vodafone U.K to carry HTC Legend and HTC Desire Android powered smartphones
After announcing that it will carry the Google Nexus One, Vodafone today also said that it will carry the Android powered HTC Legend and HTC Desire smartphones. Vodafone will offer its own services on the devices, including Vodafone Music and MyWeb, on top of HTC's Sense user interface. The carrier did not announce pricing or availability.

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3/12/2010
Fido to launch Samsung Gravity on March 16th?
Looks like Fido will soon be launching the old Samsung Gravity. Reportedly, it will be released on March 16th at a price of $25 on a 2-year contract. However, keep in mind that while it's likely, the info is not official, yet. I also wonder what the phone's worth without contact. Stay tuned for more details.
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3/12/2010
Android 2.1 powered Motorola MILESTONE launched in Spain
Motorola announced the availability of their MILESTONE handset in Spain with the latest Android 2.1 OS. The device is available now unlocked for 499 Euro.
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3/12/2010
Must Watch Video: 32 minutes with Martin Cooper, inventor of the mobile phone
Martin Cooper, while working for Motorola (NYSE: MOT), invented the first portable (as in you could carry it with you) mobile phone. In the video below he spends a little over half an hour and talks about spectral efficiency, explains how mobile phone networks work, what causes congestion, how to solve congestion, and the FCC’s


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3/12/2010
Pics: Motorola CLIQ XT hands-on
For the written hands on review and more pics visit Engadget.
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3/12/2010
BlackBerry Tour 9630 getting push-to-talk upgrade with new model coming in May?
The long awaited BlackBerry 5.0 OS upgrade for Verizon's Tour 9630 is now expected in the next 2 to 3 weeks and will include a push-to-talk function
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3/12/2010
Android 2.1 for Droid Eris leaked
A working build of Android 2.1 with Sense UI for the HTC Droid Eris is now available for download courtesy of the folks at xda-developers. They said it's working fine, but we'd be careful anyway since it's not an official build and you're risking to lose your data, or even brick your device.
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3/12/2010
Verizon Wireless’ CASIO G’zOne Brigade is rugged, comes with QWERTY keyboard
It took quite a while for Verizon (NYSE: VZ) Wireless to get ready the CASIO G’zOne Brigade for the official announcement. We’ve first seen the rugged device at the carrier’s leaked roadmap back in July of 2009. Then, a month later, it got the FCC’s seal of approval and now, more than half a year


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3/12/2010
Verizon's Nexus One is to be sold online only - Sense UI on board as well?
Although there were some rumors about the potential of Verizon's version of the Nexus One being sold in retail stores, it's being confirmed to be sold online

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3/12/2010
HTC Tattoo to get an Android 2.1 update
Good news for all the HTC Tattoo owners out there. Just because you have the least powerful Android smartphone, it doesn’t mean HTC has forgotten you. Unlike Samsung (referring to the i7500 model), HTC takes good care of its customers, hence you could expect to be blessed with an Android 2.1 update in due course.


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3/12/2010
Mobiado unveils Classic 712GCB luxury phone
Luxury handset maker Mobiado is out with a new phone called Classic 712GCB, which is a variant of their existing Classic 712ZAF model. When it comes to Mobiado phones, features are not the main point we talk about — rather it’s all about (luxury) materials used and craftsmanship. Here’s what they have to say about their


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3/12/2010
ABSOLUT VODKA brings Drinkspiration to the Android Market
As they promised back in July of last year, ABSOLUT is bringing its Drinkspiration application to the Android platform. As you may know from our description of the iPhone version, Drinkspiration is a complex application that includes several elements, including:Interactive encyclopedia of recipes – which helps users find a perfect drink based on multiple criteria


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3/12/2010
Nokia revises market share, expects no growth this year
Today Nokia revised its 2009 mobile phone market share from 38 percent to 34 percent and said that it does not expect an increase in market share in 2010. Nokia attributed the decrease in its 2009 market share to better market measurement methods.

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3/12/2010
Nexage announces Android support; Unveils APIs
Nexage, which is the “mobile advertising yield optimization and mediation solutions provider,” released the new Nexage Android SDK and an open API, enabling developers to create Android-based apps capable of serving mobile ads through Nexage’s mobile mediation platform – AdMax. The new SDK supports multiple ad formats, including local advertising (for location based services), expandables, native


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3/12/2010
Telect launches Telecom Tycoon in the AppStore
Again we have an example of a company making an iPhone game as part of its marketing activities. The company is Telect, which is the “service connectivity and power solutions provider for the global communications industry,” and the game is called Telecom Tycoon. As you can guess, Telecom Tycoon sees you building mobile networks to grow


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3/12/2010
Belgium to Offer Fourth 3G License
It was back in April of 2009 when we first wrote about Belgium’s plans to issue the fourth 3G license. It looks like the day is approaching, at least according to De Standaard newspaper. Apparently, the license will be sold either as a single 15MHz block — with a reserve price of 80 million EUR —


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3/12/2010
Appular: From marketing/PR company to iPhone app publisher
Appular, which is a marketing and PR firm specialized in promoting iPhone titles, is taking the “publisher route.” What this means is that in some cases — when they like the application/game — they may act as a publisher and share the revenue generated from the app sales with the developer. As a result, their


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3/12/2010
Williamsport High School collecting old ink jet cartridges, used cell phones (The Herald-Mail)
The Williamsport High School Library is recycling empty printer cartridges (ink jet and toner) and used cell phones from businesses and families.
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3/12/2010
Verizon looking at tiered data plans down the road?
When asked about unlimited data plans by the Wall Street Journal, Verizon CTO Tony Melone said, “As much data as you can consume is the big issue"
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3/12/2010
Friday´s News Bits
Monkey Island 2: Special Edition for the iPhone in the works, callers will know your emotional state, Rentals.com appears at Android Market

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3/12/2010
CNN Mobile lands on Qualcomm's FLO TV
Today Qualcomm announced a partnership with Turner Broadcasting and said that its FLO TV service will now offer the CNN Mobile channel. The channel will be avaialable on AT&T Mobile TV equipped handsets, such as the Samsung Mythic and LG Arena, as well as the FLO TV personal television device. Qualcommm said FLO TV will soon be available to iPhone and iPod Touch users through the mophie juicepack TV adapter as well.

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3/12/2010
Weekly Round-Up
Read about the most remarkable events in the mobile world through the week, as well as what is expected to happen in the next one

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3/12/2010
Apple iPad preorders start today
As of 5:30am Pacific Time (8:30am EST), customers interested in the Apple iPad can pre-order their devices today. The iPad is Apple's first tablet device that will run the iPhone operating system and some models will be available with AT&T data contracts. To order, visit store.apple.com. Apple expects the iPad to ship by April 3rd.

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3/12/2010
Google Nexus One pops up at Vodafone UK
When the Nexus One launched in January of this year, Vodafone said that it would bring the Android powered smartphone to Europe, it was just a question of when. Today, Vodafone UK posted the phone on its website declaring that it's coming soon. An official date and pricing have not yet been announced, but it looks imminent. For more information on the Nexus One, check out our full review.

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3/12/2010
Bill passes making cell phones, texting while driving primary offense (Everett Herald)
Police may soon be able to pull over those cars whose drivers are talking on a handheld cell phone. The House reversed course Thursday night and, in an agreement with the Senate, approved a bill to make such behavior a primary offense.
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3/12/2010
Vodafone 845 - Android 2.1 smartphone for 150 Euro?
The upcomming Vodafone 845 will probably be the cheapest smartphone powered by Android 2.1. It is rumored to sell for around 150 euros (approximately $204), which is a great price point for what you're getting: Android 2.1 OS; 2.8” QVGA display; 3.2Mpix camera; 512MB of internal memory; Wi-Fi; aGPS; Bluetooth 2.1; 1200mAh battery; Support Vodafone's 360 service The name of the
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3/12/2010
AT&T released the Motorola Backflip
AT&T's Motorola Backflip has gone on sale as expected, and can be yours for $99.99 after mail-in rebate and a 2-year contract.
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3/12/2010
Rogers Released Samsung Galaxy Spica
Rogers has announced the availability of the Android 1.5 powered Samsung i5700 Galaxy Spica. The phone is available now for CAD $79.99 on a standard 3-year deal, or CAD $399.99 is you decide to buy it outright. The company also said the handset will receive an Android 2.1 update sometime in the near future, which is definitely good news.Features: Android 1.5 aka “Cupcake” (to be upg
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3/12/2010
Schedule some free one-on-one tutoring on how to use your Android flavored Verizon phone
Big Red is offering free 30 minute one-on-one sessions to help you learn the ins and outs of your Android handset
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3/12/2010
New PhoneArena Feature - Phone Discussions
We are proud to announce a new Phone Discussions feature that will let you share your experience or ask a question about a certain phone…

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3/12/2010
Huawei’s SmaKit S7 Android tablet looks promising, sort of
With the slew of tablets in tow for this year, one has got to fit the bill for everyone, eventually. Some people are pissing themselves in anticipation for the iPad. Those who want better hardware, and you know,  Flash support ( as unimportant as it may be to some), are looking to  other tablets, such


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3/12/2010
Pre-order your iPad at 8:30 am EST this morning
In less than 7 hours, you can pre-order your Apple iPad and be the envy of every boy, girl and domesticated animal on your block

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3/12/2010
Cell phones in school zones illegal in Texas, but not yet in Lubbock (KCBD-TV Lubbock)
Using a cell phone in a school zone is illegal in Texas, but not technically illegal in Lubbock. KCBD NewsChannel 11's Katie Bauer has the story.
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3/12/2010
FCC Releases Apps to Test Broadband Coverage

The Federal Communications Commission today announced the release of a mobile tool to help consumers test the wireless broadband coverage in their area. The mobile version of the Consumer Broadband Test is available in the Apple iPhone App Store


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3/12/2010
Study: 6 percent of Seattle drivers on cell phones (Seattle Times)
A survey by University of Washington students found that about 6 percent of Seattle drivers - 1 in 16 - were using mobile phones.
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3/12/2010
Wayne County Sheriff issues appeal to donate used cell phones to help seniors (Dearborn Press & Guide)
DETROIT -- Each year, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office distributes thousands of cell phones to senior citizens so they can call 911 in an emergency. But that supply is dwindling leaving Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon to issue his own call for help.
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3/12/2010
Twitter Updates Its Status With Location Tool

Today Twitter unveiled a new feature that allows users to automatically share their location with their Tweets. Users need to opt into the service via their accounts and can turn it off at any time. Twitter has made more


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3/11/2010
Bye Bye Cell Phones in Valdosta City Schools (WCTV Tallahassee)
Technology has taken class room distractions to another level. That's why a local school system will no longer allow cell phones on its campuses.
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3/11/2010
Tap Tap Revenge rocks out to King Of Leon with new iPhone app
Nimble-fingered fans of rock band Kings Of Leon will be glad to know that the popular Tap Tap Revenge franchise is back again with another artist-themed iPhone game. Tapulous has announced that it has joined forces with the band to launch the Kings Of Leon Revenge game on the AppStore. The game sports some interesting


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