AT 2010 SmartPhone Articles

Increased Wi-Fi Coverage on the Way for AT&T Customers 12/29/2010

In an effort to deal with ever-increasing 3G traffic in New York City and San Francisco, AT&T has recently announced plans to both expand th

PlayStation Phone Might Be Coming Sooner than Previously Thought 12/28/2010

The next iteration of a portable PlayStation device may not be far off, as the PlayStation Phone, the rumored hybrid gaming and phone device

Apple iPhone 4 Now Just $99... but There's a Catch 12/26/2010

AT&T is now offering the iPhone 4, Apple's latest smartphone with 16 GB of storage, for just $99 with a two-year wireless service contract.

Sony Unveils Phone Gaming App, while PlayStation Phone and PSP2 Rumors Persist 12/24/2010

With game playing among smartphone users continuing to climb, Sony plans to release a PlayStation application for iOS and Android OS devices

Independent Study Shows T-Mobile's 4G Data Performance Faster Than All Its Rival's 12/21/2010

While the debate continues over whether or not T-Mobile actually has a 4G network as advertised, a new independent third-party study has tur

Smartphones with 4G, Dual-Core Processors, and More Expected at CES 2011 12/20/2010

The next Consumer Electronics Show is coming in early January, and a number of new Android OS smartphones are expected to be unveiled at thi

Major Update to Windows Phone 7 Not Due until Late 2011 12/20/2010

Rumors abound regarding the schedule and timing of Microsoft's updates to its Windows Phone 7 operating system, with the company supposedly

Apple iPhone 4 Now 25% Off at Sam's Club 12/20/2010

The retailer Sam's Club is reportedly offering the Apple iPhone 4 at $147 with contract, down from the usual price of $200. This is a rare o

Dell Venue Pro Getting Support for AT&T 12/17/2010

The current version of the Dell Venue Pro fully supports only T-Mobile's cellular network, but an upcoming version will work with AT&T. This

Offline Maps and 3D Views Now Available With Google Maps for Android Update 12/17/2010

Never again will you get lost in the big city with the latest update to the Android OS version of Google Maps for mobile, which brings offli

U.S. Cellular Offers All Its Phones at the Cheapest Price Possible 12/16/2010

For those who are running on a tight holiday shopping budget, U.S. Cellular has a proposition: from Friday, December 17 to Dec. 24, sign a 2

Samsung Nexus S Set to Launch at Dawn Tomorrow 12/15/2010

The first smartphone with Google's Android OS 2.3 (code-named Gingerbread) is set to hit Best Buy shelves early on Thursday morning. The Sam

Android Market Update Streamlines App Shopping 12/14/2010

Android users with devices running at version 1.6 or higher will be seeing an update to the Market client over the course of the next two we

Software Updates: Love' em or Hate 'em? 12/10/2010

On the latest mobile operating systems, it's now easy to check for updates to third-party applications. Please chime in to this discussion o

Gmail for Android Update Includes Priority Inbox, New Compose Options 12/10/2010

E-mailing from an Android OS phone just got a little more advanced, as the Google Mobile team has ushered out an update for Gmail for Androi

Microsoft Could Be Prepping Two Updates for Windows Phone 7 12/10/2010

Microsoft is going to add cut-and-paste functionality to Windows Phone 7 in an update that's expected to be released in January. This will s

Nokia X7 Apparently Headed for AT&T 12/8/2010

An unconfirmed report indicates that Nokia's next multimedia-focused smartphone is going to be released by AT&T. Images of a Nokia X7 with t

Consumer Reports Readers Say AT&T Is the Worst Carrier 12/7/2010

ConsumerReports.org readers have spoken, revealing that AT&T is the lowest scoring cell-phone carrier in the U.S., turning in a reader score

Analysts Debate How Much Mobile Shopping Is Happening 12/7/2010

How many consumers are really using smartphones and/or tablet PCs as shopping tools this holiday season? Mobile commerce is already hot righ

Is the Asus Eee Note a PDA for a New Generation? 12/2/2010

The PDA market is dead, murdered by the smartphone. With the Eee Note, it seems Asus is betting that PDAs can find new life somewhere betwee

App Helps with Samsung Captivate and Vibrant GPS Problems 12/1/2010

Samsung has introduced an app that is intended to fix the GPS problems experienced by users of some of its smartphones: AT&T's Samsung Capti

Only 25% of Smartphone Users Are Committed to Their Current Operating System 11/30/2010

A survey done recently in several countries found that the vast majority of smartphone users are open to switching to another operating syst

AT&T, T-Mobile Mull Acer's Liquid Metal Android OS 2.2 Phone 11/24/2010

AT&T and T-Mobile are now evaluating Acer's Liquid Metal, an Android OS 2.2-based smartphone, for possible release in the United States, a s

Deals on Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile Smartphones Available from Wirefly this Weekend 11/23/2010

The online smartphone retailer Wirefly is going to offer a number of popular models at special prices this long holiday weekend, including d

AT&T Promises Big Savings for Black Friday, Cyber Monday 2010 11/23/2010

This weekend, AT&T is going to be offering special prices for many of its smartphones. This carrier has posted some "teaser" details on its

Sony Ericsson CEO Drops Hints about a PlayStation Phone 11/22/2010

In a recent interview, the head of Sony Ericsson would not confirm that a phone that can play PlayStation Portable games is coming soon, but

LG Vortex To Be Verizon's Latest Low-Cost Android OS Smartphone 11/15/2010

Verizon will soon be the third U.S. wireless carrier to offer a version of the LG Optimus One, an entry-level smartphone running Google's An

HTC HD7 Windows Phone Now Available at Half Off 11/13/2010

T-Mobile's cutting-edge HTC HD7 launched this week for $200 with contract, but an online retailer is selling it for half that price. This mo

Virtually All AT&T Android OS, BlackBerry, Windows Phone 7 Models Selling for a Penny 11/12/2010

Amazon.com is having a massive sale on most AT&T smartphones. The new Windows Phone 7 models, plus the Samsung Captivate and BlackBerry Torc

HTC Droid Incredible Gets a System Software Update to Add VCAST App Store 11/12/2010

Verizon has begun sending out an update for the system software on the HTC Droid Incredible. This fixes a number of bugs, and it also adds s

AT&T Introduces its First Windows Phone 7 Models: HTC Surround, Samsung Focus 11/8/2010

AT&T has just launched two smartphones running Microsoft's latest operating system. The HTC Surround and Samsung Focus are both high-end mod

Brighthand.com Moving to Faster Servers on Saturday 11/5/2010

Brighthand is moving to new web servers this weekend. This will improve performance, providing faster response times and more capacity. This

T-Mobile Bringing Out Cheaper Data Plan, New Tethering Plan 11/1/2010

T-Mobile, the fourth-largest wireless phone company in the U.S., has just announced that it is adding two more wireless data plans. One of t

Apple Shipments Increase Dramatically, iPhone Surpasses BlackBerry 10/29/2010

Shipments of Apple's smartphones was significantly greater the number of RIM's BlackBerrys shipped worldwide last quarter for the first time

Verizon Now Offering a Less Expensive Data Plan 10/29/2010

Verizon Wireless has just begun offering its customers the option to sign up for a less expensive wireless service plan if they don't do muc

AT&T To Launch HTC Surround, Samsung Focus Windows Phones on Nov. 8 10/28/2010

AT&T has announced that two of its new models running Microsoft Windows Phone 7 will launch on the same day next month, while the wait for t

New Motorola Droid 2 System Software Update Brings Longer Battery Life 10/28/2010

Verizon has released an update for the system software on the Motorola Droid 2. This includes a number of improvements, the most notable of

T-Mobile myTouch 4G Price and Release Date Announced 10/28/2010

T-Mobile's next Android OS smartphone is going to be the myTouch 4G. This upcoming high-end model will have a large, high-resolution touchsc

PlayStation Phone Images and Details Leak Out 10/27/2010

Sony Ericsson isn't yet ready to announce the long-awaited Playstation Phone, but many of the details on it are available already. This devi

AT&T Now Offering the BlackBerry Curve 3G 10/25/2010

AT&T has introduced the latest mid-range smartphone from RIM, the BlackBerry Curve 3G, which includes a QVGA screen and a QWERTY keyboard. T

DataViz Documents To Go 3.0 for Android OS Offers Desktop Syncing, Support for Google Docs 10/22/2010

DataViz Documents To Go 3.0 for Android OS has just been released, bringing a number of new features to this suite of Office apps, including

HTC HD7 Price and Release Date Announced 10/21/2010

The HTC HD7 will be among of the first devices running Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows Phone 7. T-Mobile has announced that thi

Android OS 2.2 Upgrade for Samsung Epic 4G, Captivate, Vibrant, Fascinate Available by the End of November 10/21/2010

Samsung has started upgrading all the models in its Galaxy S series to Android OS 2.2. The company now says this process will be finished by

Verizon Could Start Offering Tiered Data Plans Next Week 10/19/2010

Verizon Wireless will soon start offering its smartphone customers who don't use much data the option to sign up for a less expensive servic

Android OS-based Motorola Flipout Brings an Unusual Design to AT&T 10/19/2010

AT&T has begun offering the Motorola Flipout, a consumer-oriented Android OS smartphone with an innovative design. This inexpensive model ha

Verizon iPhone Could Launch Later than Expected 10/17/2010

There have been numerous reports, albeit unconfirmed, that Verizon Wireless is going to introduce a version of the Apple iPhone in January.

Apple iOS Keeps Beating Rival Android OS Among Businesses 10/15/2010

While some other studies show the Android OS leaping ahead of Apple's iOS on an overall basis, one new survey finds that Apple continues to

Android OS 2.2 Upgrade for Samsung Epic 4G, Captivate, Vibrant, Fascinate Coming Very Soon 10/15/2010

Samsung has just announced that it is starting to send out an Android OS 2.2 upgrade to all the models in its Galaxy S series. This will bri

T-Mobile Putting a 5 GB Cap on Data Transfers 10/14/2010

T-Mobile USA is going to start strongly encouraging its customers that use the most bandwidth to use less. This move will not affect average

Motorola Droid 2 Available at Deep Discounts 10/13/2010

Those who are willing to buy the Motorola Droid 2 online can get this Android OS-based smartphone at much less than the regular price. The D

T-Mobile G2 Available at a Discount for New T-Mobile Customers 10/12/2010

The regular price for the T-Mobile G2 is $200 with contract, but those who are willing to switch to T-Mobile can get this Android OS smartph

AT&T Getting Samsung Focus with Microsoft's New Mobile OS 10/11/2010

AT&T has unveiled its first round of smartphones running the new Windows Phone 7. The Samsung Focus is the model in this lineup that puts th

HTC Surround Coming to AT&T with Windows Phone 7 10/11/2010

The HTC Surround has just been officially unveiled by AT&T Wireless' Ralph de la Vega. This will be one of the first crop of Windows Phone 7

AT&T Prepping Three Android OS Smartphones from Motorola 10/5/2010

AT&T has just announced plans to introduce three additional smartphones running Google's Android OS by the end of this year. The Motorola Fl

Brighthand Panel at CTIA To Focus on Mobile and Video Marketing 10/5/2010

TechnologyGuide and Brighthand will host a mobile media presentation and panel on mobile marketing this week at the CTIA Enterprise & Applic

AT&T and T-Mobile To Unveil Windows Phone 7 Models Next Week 10/4/2010

Microsoft has announced an event in New York City next Monday at which the first devices running Microsoft Windows Phone 7 will be announced

AT&T Getting the BlackBerry Curve 3G and BlackBerry Pearl 3G 10/2/2010

AT&T will soon begin offering two of the latest smartphones from Research in Motion. The BlackBerry Curve 3G will be out in time for the hol

Samsung Epic 4G System Software Update To Increase Upload Speeds 10/1/2010

Sprint is close to sending out an updated version of the system software on the Samsung Epic 4G that will increase the speed at which it upl

AT&T To Be the Exclusive Provider of Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Models 10/1/2010

Microsoft is holding an event in just over a week in which it will formally unveil the first devices running Microsoft Windows Phone 7. All

Samsung Fascinate Review 9/27/2010

The Samsung Fascinate is the Verizon variant of the Galaxy S. This Android OS smartphone features a Super AMOLED touchscreen and a 1 GHz pro

Windows Phone 7 Launching in Europe on Oct. 11, U.S. Debut Coming a Month Later 9/27/2010

Microsoft is holding a press event in London on Oct. 11, which could be the launch date for the first devices running Microsoft Windows Phon

T-Mobile G2 Can Be Pre-ordered at Well Below the Official Price 9/26/2010

The official price for the T-Mobile G2 is $200 with contract, but the online retailer Wirefly is beating that price by $50 for new T-Mobile

Motorola Droid R2-D2 Launching Sept. 29 at Midnight 9/26/2010

Verizon Wireless is going to have a midnight launch for the special R2-D2 edition of the Motorola Droid 2. This will have a look that matche

Will Apple's iOS and Mac OS X Remain Separate? 9/25/2010

Does Apple really need to keep maintaining separate operating systems, one for iPhones and iPads and the other for notebook and desktop comp

Verizon CEO Throws Cold Water on iPhone Rumors 9/24/2010

There have been persistent rumors that the Apple iPhone is going to be released by Verizon Wireless early next year. The CEO of this carrier

Motorola Droid X Now Immediately Available, No Longer Backordered 9/24/2010

Ever since the Motorola Droid X debuted in July, those wanting to purchase this high-end Android OS smartphone have faced a long wait. But n

New Versions of Gmail for Android OS No Longer Require System Software Updates 9/24/2010

Google has released a new version of Gmail which Android OS users can download and install. Previously, users had to wait for new versions o

Pre-Paid Carrier MetroPCS Beats Verizon and AT&T to 4G LTE 9/23/2010

With 4G services just launched in Las Vegas, a small prepaid wireless provider named MetroPCS has beaten Verizon Wireless and AT&T out the d

HTC HD7 Windows Phone's Full Specifications List and Images Come to Light 9/23/2010

The HTC HD7 is shaping up to be the flagship device running Microsoft Windows Phone 7, especially now that a nearly complete list of its fea

Dropbox for BlackBerry Released, Versions for iPhone and Android OS Updated 9/23/2010

Dropbox is a free online file storage service. An app that gives BlackBerry users access has just been released, and the versions for device

Samsung Captivate System Software Update Fixes its GPS Woes 9/22/2010

AT&T's Samsung Captivate is getting an updated version of its system software. This deals with a bug in the GPS software and also offers som

HTC HD7 Schematic Appears on the Web 9/22/2010

A schematic of the HTC HD7 has leaked out, giving the world its first look at this upcoming model based on Microsoft Windows Phone 7. The sm

Android OS 2.2 Upgrade for Samsung Epic 4G, Captivate, Vibrant, Fascinate Scheduled for Next Month 9/22/2010

All of the top U.S. wireless carriers offer versions of the Android OS-based Samsung Galaxy S, though under different names. No matter what

Samsung Fascinate Gets System Software Update 9/22/2010

Verizon Wireless has released an update for the operating system on the Samsung Fascinate. This brings a number of small improvements and bu

Nokia Hires American Execs, but Will That Be Enough to Raise Smartphone Sales? 9/22/2010

In efforts to build its worldwide smartphone market share, Nokia has added two North Americans to its top management ranks, including its ne

AT&T May Have Canceled the Motorola Flipout 9/21/2010

AT&T never officially announced plans to offer the Motorola Flipout, but several unconfirmed reports indicated that it was going to release

Samsung Gives Peek at iTunes-Like Media Hub for Phones and Tablets 9/18/2010

In rolling out its Galaxy Tab this week at a New York City launch event, Samsung also supplied more details about Media Hub, a new movie and

AT&T's 4G LTE Service Nearly a Year Away 9/17/2010

AT&T has announced that it is going to start offering LTE service in mid-2011, putting it behind rival Verizon in deploying a fourth-generat

Samsung Galaxy Tab Coming to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint 9/17/2010

Following months of leaks, speculation, teaser videos, unveilings, and hands-on reports, the full details of the Samsung Galaxy Tab have fin

DataViz Was Not Acquired by RIM, Still Working on iPhone, Android OS Software 9/15/2010

Despite recent rumors to the contrary, an official DataViz spokesperson says that this well-known mobile app developer has not been acquired

Samsung Fascinate Available Practically Free for New Verizon Customers 9/14/2010

The Samsung Fascinate launched last week. It normally sells for $200, but consumers willing to switch to Verizon Wireless to get this high-e

LG Aims at First-Time Smartphone Buyers with Two Optimus Models 9/14/2010

The LG Optimus One and LG Optimus Chic are an upcoming pair of Android OS 2.2-based devices created for those buying their first smartphone.

Motorola Defy Announcement Catches Everyone by Surprise 9/13/2010

The wraps have just come off the Motorola Defy, an upcoming Android OS smartphone that had somehow escaped the usual round of leaks and rumo

T-Mobile myTouch HD To Offer a Range of Cutting-Edge Features 9/13/2010

Many more specifications on the upcoming T-Mobile myTouch HD have leaked out, showing that this will be a high-end model running the latest

Apple iOS 4.1 Update Released for the iPhone and iPod touch 9/8/2010

Apple has introduced a promised system software update for its smartphone and handheld. iOS 4.1 is the debut of this company's gaming-orient

Samsung Fascinate Launches from Verizon 9/8/2010

Another high-end Android OS smartphone has been added to Verizon Wireless' line-up -- the Samsung Fascinate debuted this morning. It offers

Verizon's Samsung Fascinate To Launch Tomorrow 9/7/2010

Verizon Wireless has just announced that the Android OS-powered Samsung Fascinate is going to debut Wednesday, September 8. This high-end sm

Apple iOS 4.1 Update for the iPhone Launching this Wednesday 9/4/2010

Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced a few days ago that iOS 4.1 will be released next week, but he didn't say exactly when. Apple UK has reveled

Verizon's Samsung Fascinate Price Leaks Out 9/4/2010

The Samsung Fascinate is going to be released by Verizon in the near future, but this carrier is still keeping some of the details of this h

Samsung Epic 4G Available at a Discount for New Sprint Customers 9/3/2010

The Samsung Epic 4G debuted earlier this week. The regular price for this high-end Android smartphone with WiMAX is $250, but new Sprint cus

Next-Generation Apple iPod touch Launching Next Week 9/1/2010

Apple's CEO has just officially unveiled the fourth-generation iPod touch. As many had expected, this handheld computer is going to sport ma

AT&T Tilt2 Gets a Small System Software Update 8/31/2010

HTC has released an updated version of the system software on the AT&T Tilt2. This brings a new version of the custom user interface for thi

Motorola Flipout Might Be Headed for AT&T 8/30/2010

AT&T has been increasing its lineup of Android OS-based smartphones recently, and the Motorola Flipout is reportedly about to join this carr

Samsung Fascinate Can Now Be Reserved 8/29/2010

Those who are eager to get the Samsung Fascinate, Verizon's next high-end smartphone, can now reserve one at Best Buy stores. This upcoming

When It Comes to Smartphone Screens, Size Matters 8/29/2010

In the last few years, the screens on high-end phones have gone from 3.5 inches to 4.3 inches and even bigger. So why all the fuss about scr

Sprint May Be Catching Up to Demand for the HTC EVO 4G 8/28/2010

Demand for the HTC EVO 4G has been so high, this cutting-edge Android OS smartphone hasn't been available through Sprint's website in over a

Samsung Fascinate Might Debut in Under Two Weeks 8/27/2010

Verizon Wireless customers who are interested in the Samsung Fascinate might not have to wait as long as previously thought. According to in

Motorola Droid's Second Android OS 2.2 Update Going Out Now 8/26/2010

Verizon Wireless has just begun sending out an update for the original Motorola Droid's system software that will add support for Adobe Flas

Next-Generation Apple iPod touch Likely Launching Next Week 8/26/2010

Apple has invited reporters to an event in San Francisco next week. Although the company gave no specifics, the invitation makes it clear t

AT&T Introducing Sony Ericsson Vivaz Early Next Month 8/25/2010

AT&T has officially committed to offering the Sony Ericsson Vivaz, a relatively inexpensive smartphone with a focus on taking pictures and v

Samsung Captivate Available Practically Free 8/25/2010

The regular price for the Samsung Captivate is $200, but a number of online retailers are selling it for much less. New AT&T customers can g

Verizon Releases System Software Update for the Motorola Droid 2 8/24/2010

Those with a new Motorola Droid 2 can now download and install a small update for the system software. This brings a few improvements, but d

WiMAX 2 Heads Toward Standardization 8/22/2010

With WiMAX provider Clearwire about to starting testing rival LTE technology, standardization is drawing near for WiMAX 2, a wireless networ

Verizon's Samsung Fascinate Might Not Debut Until October 8/21/2010

Verizon announced the Samsung Fascinate several months ago, but has yet to release it. An unconfirmed report indicates that this high-end An

LG C900: A Windows Phone 7 Model Headed for AT&T 8/21/2010

The first images have come the light of the LG C900, which will apparently be one of AT&T's first models running Microsoft Windows Phone 7.

Take a Second Look at the T-Mobile G2 8/20/2010

T-Mobile USA has committed to introducing the T-Mobile G2 in the near future, but hasn't revealed many details on it. A new set of images of

BlackBerry Storm3 Might Debut Later than Previously Thought 8/18/2010

A new touchscreen-oriented smartphone from RIM is expected this fall. However, Verizon is reportedly not going to introduce the BlackBerry S

Oracle Calls Patent Foul Against Google and Android OS 8/16/2010

Enterprise software giant Oracle Corp. last week filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Google, claiming its Android operating system v

Verizon Finally Catches Up to Demand for the HTC Droid Incredible 8/16/2010

The HTC Droid Incredible has been on backorder practically since Verizon released it in April. Now, however, customers no longer have to wai

Specifications for Two HTC Android OS 2.2 Smartphones Leak Out 8/16/2010

Many of the details of two upcoming models from HTC have leaked out. One will be a mid-range smartphone with a keyboard, while the second wi

Android-based Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Now Available from AT&T 8/15/2010

Today is the launch of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 from AT&T. This Android OS smartphone has a surprisingly low price given its many high-e

Sprint Taking Reservations for the Samsung Epic 4G 8/15/2010

The Samsung Epic 4G is going to debut at the end of this month, and Sprint is allowing customers to reserve this cutting-edge Android OS sma

Motorola Droid's Second Android OS 2.2 Upgrade To Bring Adobe Flash Support (Updated) 8/14/2010

According to Motorola, the Android OS 2.2 upgrade that is going out now for the original Motorola Droid does not include support for Adobe F

Samsung To Fix AT&T's Captivate and T-Mobile's Vibrant GPS Problem Next Month 8/14/2010

Samsung has promised to deal with a bug in its most recent Android OS smartphones. The problems the Samsung Captivate and Samsung Vibrant ha

RIM vs. India and Saudi Arabia: Let's Make a Deal on Encrypted Data 8/14/2010

India could be inching closer to Saudi Arabia in reaching an agreement for Research in Motion (RIM) to comply with demands for access to the

Android OS 3.0-based PlayStation Phone May Resemble the PSP Go 8/12/2010

The first report that a PlayStation Phone is in development surfaced earlier this year, and now some additional details of it have leaked ou

BlackBerry Torch Launches from AT&T 8/12/2010

AT&T has just become the first carrier in the world to offer the BlackBerry Torch. This breaks new ground in a couple of ways: it's the firs

Samsung Epic 4G Release Date Officially Announced 8/12/2010

Sprint has revealed that the much-anticipated Samsung Epic 4G is going to launch at the very end of this month, and that it will cost more t

Samsung Epic 4G with WiMAX Might Debut Late this Month 8/11/2010

Sprint officially unveiled the Samsung Epic 4G in June, but has yet to say exactly when this eagerly-anticipated Android OS smartphone is go

The ''Must-Have'' Features for Student Smartphones 8/10/2010

When someone is setting out to buy a smartphone, it's important to get one with all the features they need. This guide goes through the poss

Samsung Captivate Available for Just $50 to New AT&T Subscribers 8/10/2010

The Samsung Captivate is AT&T's first high-end Android OS smartphone, offering a large touchscreen, a fast processor, 16 GB of internal stor

AT&T Commits to Android-based Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 8/9/2010

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 will be released by AT&T next week. This Android OS smartphone offers a large, high-resolution display, a 1 GHz

What New Feature Do You Most Want to See Become Standard on Smartphones? 8/6/2010

Over time, features that were once available only in high-end models trickle down to become standard on virtually every smartphone. What cur

Evidence Mounting that Next-Generation Apple iPod touch Will Offer Video Chatting 8/6/2010

The Apple iPhone 4 allows users to make video calls with an app called FaceTime. There's new evidence that the next iPod touch will also off

iPhone 4 Security Hole that Allows Easy Jailbreaking Being Closed by Apple 8/5/2010

Apple has promised to close a flaw in iOS 4 that allows the iPhone 4 to be easily jailbroken. Two security holes could also be used by less

Verizon Customers Could Be Waiting Months for the Samsung Fascinate 8/5/2010

Both AT&T and T-Mobile have introduced their versions of the Samsung Galaxy S, but Verizon has not yet begun offering the version it promise

Sony Ericsson Vivaz Headed for AT&T 8/5/2010

Sony Ericsson has accidentally revealed that one of its smartphones is on the way to AT&T before the official announcement. The highlight of

Android-based Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Getting Close to an AT&T Release 8/4/2010

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 could be released by AT&T in the next few weeks. This Android OS smartphone offers a large, high-resolution dis

Motorola Sage Could Be AT&T's Next Android OS Smartphone 8/4/2010

A collection of images of the Motorola Sage have leaked out of AT&T. Not all the details on this upcoming model are available yet, but it wi

BlackBerry Torch 9800 Breaks New Ground for AT&T 8/3/2010

AT&T and RIM have just taken the wraps off the BlackBerry Torch 9800, which will be the first in this popular line of smartphones to offer a

Samsung Promises to Fix AT&T's Captivate and T-Mobile's Vibrant GPS Problems 8/3/2010

Samsung has admitted that some of its most recent Android OS smartphones have problems with their GPS receivers, but has committed to fixing

Samsung Captivate Review 7/29/2010

The Samsung Captivate is an Android OS-based smartphone featuring a large Super AMOLED screen and a fast processor. Antoine Wright brings us

Apple Investigating Problems Running iOS 4 on the iPhone 3G 7/29/2010

When Apple introduced iOS 4.0 earlier this summer, it also released upgrades for some of its previous smartphones and handheld computers. Th

Take a Very Early Look at the T-Mobile myTouch 3G HD 7/28/2010

An image of what's supposedly an upcoming Android OS smartphone has appeared on the Web. This shows that the T-Mobile myTouch 3G HD will hav

AT&T Commits to Windows Phone 7 in a Big Way 7/28/2010

Microsoft has said that smartphones running Windows Phone 7 are going to be released by a wide selection of wireless carriers, but AT&T says

CTIA Sues San Francisco Over Cell Phone Radiation Notification Law 7/28/2010

Arguing that San Francisco's new cell phone radiation law violates the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution, the CTIA wireless industry

AT&T Will Launch Dell Aero Android OS Smartphone in Two Weeks 7/27/2010

Dell has just announced that its first smartphone, the Dell Aero, is going to be released by AT&T at the beginning of the second week in Aug

Android OS-based Motorola Charm Might Not Debut Until Late August 7/27/2010

Those interested in the Motorola Charm might have a bit of a wait -- according to an unconfirmed report, this inexpensive Android OS smartp

Dell Streak Tablet Phone Will Fully Support Only AT&T's Network 7/27/2010

Dell has confirmed that the only wireless carrier that its Android OS-powered Dell Streak tablet phone is going to fully support will be AT&

Cellular and Wi-Fi Connectivity: Allies Now Rather than Rivals 7/24/2010

Cellular communications and Wi-Fi networks were at one time bitter foes. Recently, the hostility has abated and rather than competitive alte

BlackBerry Storm3 To Be Slightly Updated Storm2 7/20/2010

Some details of the BlackBerry Storm3 have leaked out of RIM, showing that this upcoming smartphone is going to be an updated version of the

Android OS-based Samsung Captivate Released by AT&T 7/18/2010

AT&T's first high-end Android OS smartphone is now available. The Samsung Captivate includes a large Super AMOLED touchscreen, a fast proces

Apple Updates System Software for the iPhone, iPad 7/16/2010

Apple has introduced iOS 4.01 for the iPhone. It has also released iOS 3.2.1 for the iPad. These small system software updates fix a number

Samsung Captivate First-look Review 7/15/2010

The Samsung Captivate from AT&T is an Android OS-based smartphone featuring a large Super AMOLED screen and a fast processor. Antoine Wright

Motorola Droid 2 Appears in Leaked Verizon Catalog 7/14/2010

Verizon is supposedly prepping another new smartphone for its very popular Droid series -- the Motorola Droid 2 appears in a product catalog

Skyhook's Location Technology Rides the Samsung Wave 7/11/2010

Skyhook Wireless announced a deal with Samsung to deploy its Core Location Platform technology across a number of the handset maker's mobile

Cell Phone Radiation Fears Escalate Despite a Lack of Evidence 7/11/2010

While some studies claim that cell phone radiation and frequent use of cell phones can be hazardous to your health, there is still no concre

AT&T's Motorola Backflip Gets a System Software Update 7/9/2010

Motorola has released a system software update for one of its smartphones offered by AT&T, the Motorola Backflip. However, this isn't the mu

AT&T Reveals Release Date, Price for Samsung Captivate 7/8/2010

When AT&T announced its first high-end Android OS smartphone, the Samsung Captivate, it didn't say when it's going to release this device. T

Next-Generation Apple iPod touch Might Offer Video Chatting 7/8/2010

Apple is expected to release an upgraded version of the iPod touch in a few months, and details on this model are already starting to leak o

Motorola Droid X Once Again Available for Pre-order at Best Buy 7/7/2010

The retailer Best Buy has resumed taking pre-orders for the highly-anticipated Motorola Droid X, but warns customrs that orders placed now w

Palm Pre Plus Available Free to New AT&T and Verizon Customers 7/6/2010

Now that it owns Palm, HP has opened a phone store where it is offering the Palm Pre Plus for free to those who are switching to AT&T or Ver

Yahoo! Launches Mail and Messenger Applications for Android OS 7/6/2010

Yahoo! Inc. has expanded Yahoo! Mail, Yahoo! Messenger to support Android OS 2.0 or greater, providing a new operating system platform alter

Latest System Software Update for HTC EVO 4G Available Again 7/1/2010

Earlier this week, an update for the system software on the HTC EVO 4G was released and then quickly withdrawn after some customers reported

Android OS 2.2 Coming to Samsung Epic 4G, Vibrant, Fascinate, Captivate 6/30/2010

All of the top U.S. wireless carriers are going to release versions of the Android OS-based Samsung Galaxy S, though under different names.

Verizon Getting the Android OS-based Samsung Fascinate 6/30/2010

In the last few days, all of the top U.S. carriers have announced plans to offer a version of the Samsung Galaxy S, and Verizon is no except

Much-Anticipated Hulu App Released for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad 6/30/2010

Apple iPhone users can finally access Hulu's streaming TV service thanks to a new application. The good news is that this lets users watch f

Apple iPhone 4 Now in AT&T Stores 6/29/2010

Today is the first day AT&T is offering the Apple iPhone 4 in its retail stores. Demand for this new smartphone is very high, and supplies a

System Software Update for HTC EVO 4G Causes Problems, Gets Pulled 6/29/2010

A small update for the system software on the HTC EVO 4G that was released yesterday has been withdrawn after some users reported problems.

As iPhone 4 and Droid X Step In, Web-based Voice Calling Heats Up 6/24/2010

The market for Internet-enabled mobile voice calling solutions heats up with the debut of SkypeKit, a software development kit (SDK) that le

SMobile Systems Study Points to Potential Android OS Security Threats 6/24/2010

Can downloading Android applications be harmful to your personal and business data's health? Yes, according to the results of a study conduc

Android OS-based HTC Aria Now Available from AT&T 6/20/2010

AT&T has just launched its second smartphone running Google's Android OS. The HTC Aria is a mid-range model with an HVGA touchscreen, 5 mega

Why are Cell Phone Recycling Rates So Low? 6/20/2010

Only 10% of unwanted cell phones are recycled annually, according to the EPA. And that may be an optimistic estimate. Why is the number so l

HTC Investigating Problems with Sprint's EVO 4G 6/19/2010

An HTC spokesperson has confirmed that HTC is now looking into published reports of glass separation and light leakage problems in its EVO 4

iPhone 4 Delays: Will Retail Stores and Trade-In Partners Take Customer Heat? 6/19/2010

Beyond creating more consternation among iPhone users, a future continuation of the iPhone 4 product shortages and pre-ordering glitches tha

Motorola Droid 2 To Have a 1 GHz Processor, Updated Look 6/18/2010

Those who are currently considering the Motorola Droid should be aware that an updated version with a faster processor and a re-designed key

Samsung Captivate To Be AT&T's First High-End Android OS Smartphone 6/17/2010

AT&T has just announced plans to offer the Samsung Captivate. This upcoming Android OS smartphone will be well supplied with high-end featur

Apple and AT&T Took More than 600,000 iPhone 4 Pre-orders Yesterday 6/16/2010

Customers eager to get the Apple iPhone 4 could start putting in pre-orders yesterday, and demand was so high that Apple's and AT&T's system

HTC EVO 4G Back in Stock at Sprint 6/16/2010

Those who want an HTC EVO 4G can once again go to Sprint's website and put in an order. Demand for this high-end Android OS smartphone with

iPhone 4 Demand Has Already Exceeded Apple's and AT&T's Launch Day Supplies 6/16/2010

In the first few hours that AT&T was taking pre-orders for the Apple iPhone 4 the carrier sold all the units it has for launch day. And Appl

Motorola Droid X's Launch Date Leaks Out 6/15/2010

Unofficial reports have pointed to the Motorola Droid X hitting store shelves some time in July, and now the exact launch date for this high

Get Any T-Mobile Phone Free on Saturday with a New Family Plan 6/15/2010

In honor of Father's Day, T-Mobile USA is going to offer a one-day special: this Saturday, new customers can get any phone for free by signi

Android OS-based HTC Aria Coming to AT&T Next Week 6/14/2010

AT&T is going to release its second smartphone running Google's Android OS next week. The HTC Aria will be a mid-range model with an HVGA to

AT&T Confirms It's Getting the Android OS-based HTC Liberty 6/12/2010

AT&T has released a video showing off its testing lab for Android OS smartphones. During this demo, an upcoming smartphone is shown of very

Apple iPhone 4: Many AT&T Subscribers Qualify for Discounts, Some Don't 6/11/2010

Steve Jobs says the Apple iPhone 4 will start at $200, but the only ones who can get it for that price are new AT&T subscribers, or those wh

AT&T's Palm Pixi Plus Now Free with Contract 6/10/2010

AT&T introduced the Palm Pixi Plus earlier this week at $50 with contract, but the carrier has already dropped the need for consumers to pay

Samsung Galaxy S Might Debut from T-Mobile in Late July 6/9/2010

The Android OS-based Samsung Galaxy S launched in Europe last week, and unconfirmed reports say T-Mobile USA will introduce it in the next m

AT&T Dramatically Cuts Prices on the Apple iPhone 3GS 6/8/2010

With the iPhone 4 officially scheduled for later this month, AT&T is cleaning out its remaining stocks of the iPhone 3GS by dropping prices

AT&T's New Data Plans Good for Most, but Bad for Heavy Users 6/7/2010

AT&T made significant changes to its data plans today, cutting the cost it requires smartphone users to pay for service, but also getting ri

Android OS-based HTC Liberty May Be Headed for AT&T 6/7/2010

The HTC Liberty is supposedly going to be offered by AT&T. An image and some details of the smartphone have leaked out, indicating that it w

Palm Pixi Plus Now Available from AT&T 6/7/2010

AT&T has begun offering the Palm Pixi Plus, a low-priced smartphone based on the webOS. This messaging-oriented model has a slim design with

Next-Generation iPhone Expected Tomorrow 6/6/2010

Apple is almost certainly going to take the wraps off its fourth-generation iPhone tomorrow. This is expected to be a significant upgrade fr

HTC EVO 4G Gets Small Software Update to Fix Memory Card Bug 6/6/2010

The HTC EVO 4G just debuted this weekend, and Sprint has already released an update for the system software that fixes a problem with access

What Advice Would You Give a First Time Smartphone Buyer? 6/4/2010

Smartphones are all the rage right now, and millions of people are considering switching from their old featurephone to an iPhone or a Black

AT&T Brings Tethering Support to the iPhone, but Ends Unlimited Data Plan 6/2/2010

AT&T is making significant changes to its wireless data plans. Many iPhone users will likely be pleased that they will soon be able to use t

Images of an Android OS-based Smartphone Headed for AT&T Leak Out 6/1/2010

Several images and details of an upcoming smartphone have leaked out of AT&T. This model will supposedly run Google's Android OS and won't b

Next-Generation iPhone Will Likely Offer More Features at the Same Price 5/31/2010

Information that has leaked out about the next-generation iPhone shows that it will be a significant upgrade, but a prominent industry analy

HTC EVO 4G's Two-Way Video Chat Service To Be Free 5/30/2010

The HTC EVO 4G is going to be the first smartphone widely available in the U.S. with two-way video chat, but there has been some question ab

HTC HD2 System Software Update Available Again 5/29/2010

T-Mobile has re-released a system software update for its HTC HD2. This fixes some bugs on this high-end Windows phone, but an earlier versi

Verizon Introduces the LG Fathom Windows Phone 5/27/2010

The LG Fathom is now available from Verizon Wireless. This business-oriented smartphone runs Microsoft's Windows Mobile OS, and offers a med

Android OS-based Acer Stream Might Be Headed for AT&T 5/27/2010

Acer has taken the wraps off its latest smartphone running Google's Android OS. The Acer Stream is going to have a fairly high-end feature

HTC Aria Could Be AT&T's Next Android OS Smartphone 5/26/2010

AT&T has committed to offering an HTC model running Google's Android OS in the near future, and according to an unconfirmed report this devi

With iPhone 4G in the Wings, AT&T Raises Fees and Starts Boosting Network 5/25/2010

With Apple's iPhone 4G still likely for announcement in early June, AT&T has now started beefing up its struggling 3G network with Wi-Fi, on

Apple iPhone 3GS Dropping to Just $97 at Wal-Mart 5/25/2010

Retail giant Wal-Mart is cutting in half the price it charges for the iPhone 3GS. The move comes as Apple is getting ready to replace this m

System Software Update for HTC HD2 Causes Problems, Gets Pulled 5/24/2010

T-Mobile USA has removed from its website a system software update it recently released for the popular HTC HD2. This update was supposed to

It's Official: Verizon Will Introduce the LG Fathom Windows Phone This Week 5/24/2010

Verizon Wireless has just taken the wraps off the LG Fathom, what will surely be one of the last devices with Windows Mobile 6.5. When it is

BlackBerry Bold 9800 Slider Coming to AT&T 5/24/2010

Although it has yet to be formally announced, strong evidence has emerged to show that the first BlackBerry with a sliding keyboard will be

Palm Pre Plus Available for $50 to New AT&T Subscribers 5/23/2010

AT&T is asking $150 for the Palm Pre Plus, but new customers can get this smartphone for much less. Palm's latest model has a touchscreen, s

What Do You Most Want to See Added to Google's Android OS? 5/21/2010

Google unveiled Android OS 2.2 yesterday, and while this has some nice new features, there's still room for improvement. What do you think G

DataViz Documents to Go 2.0 Premium Edition for BlackBerry Review 5/21/2010

DataViz's "Documents to Go" for Blackberry offers a fully functional office suite for your smartphone, but DataViz charges $50 for the appli

Verizon's LG Fathom Windows Phone Might Debut Next Week 5/21/2010

The LG Fathom has yet to be officially announced, but a new report says this Windows Mobile 6.5-based smartphone is going to become availabl

Google's WebM Video Format Won't Run Well on Current Smartphones 5/20/2010

Google has introduced a free video codec for websites. WebM is intended to replace the H.264 format that is currently being used by many onl

T-Mobile Releases System Software Update for BlackBerry Bold 9700 5/19/2010

An update is now available for T-Mobile's BlackBerry Bold 9700. This brings stability improvements and other small enhancements to one of RI

ACSI Survey Ranks Verizon, T-Mobile First in Customer Satisfaction 5/19/2010

The American Customer Satisfaction Index has released its first quarter 2010 report showing how satisfied consumers are with the wireless ca

AT&T May Finally Allow Customers to Tether their iPhone 5/19/2010

AT&T may be just around the corner from fulfilling its promise to allow its customers to use an iPhone as a modem for their laptop. The next

HTC HD2 Gets a ''Bug Fix'' System Software Update 5/19/2010

T-Mobile USA has released a small software update for its HTC HD2 that fixes a few problems. The new version of Windows Mobile 6.5 Pro for t

AT&T To Introduce the Palm Pixi Plus Early in June 5/19/2010

The Palm Pixi Plus will be released by AT&T in a few weeks. This messaging-oriented model has a slim design with a keyboard fixed below its

DataViz Documents To Go for iPhone Review 5/18/2010

DataViz's Documents To Go is a mobile office productivity suite for Apple iPhone OS. It allows users to work with Microsoft Word, Excel and

AT&T Now Offering the Palm Pre Plus 5/16/2010

The Palm Pre Plus is now available from AT&T. Palm's latest model has a mid-range price and sports a touchscreen, small keyboard, 16 GB of s

Palm Pre Plus for AT&T Review 5/15/2010

AT&T is launching Palm Pre Plus. Jen Edwards brings us a review of this version of Palm's flagship smartphone, a consumer-oriented model wit

AT&T's HSPA+ Service To Become Widely Available this Year 5/15/2010

AT&T is working to upgrade its network with the the HSPA+ standard, which should more than double the data transfer speed of the carrier's 3

Dell Mini 5 Android-based Tablet Phone Definitely Coming to AT&T 5/14/2010

Dell CEO Michael Dell has made it official: AT&T is going to introduce the Dell Mini 5 this summer. The smartphone, also known by its code-n

HTC HD2 Getting a Small System Software Update 5/14/2010

T-Mobile USA is apparently going to announce a "bug fix" update for its HTC HD2 in the coming days. Exactly when the official release will b

HTC EVO 4G To Debut Early in June with Video Chat 5/13/2010

Sprint has just announced that the highly-anticipated HTC EVO 4G is going to debut early next month for $200 with contract. The carrier also

AT&T To Introduce Palm Pre Plus Next Week 5/11/2010

AT&T is going to launch its version of Palm's flagship smartphone on Sunday, making it the third wireless carrier to offer a webOS model. Th

AT&T To Release Four More Android OS-based Smartphones by Mid-Year 5/10/2010

In January, AT&T committed to releasing five smartphones running Google's Android OS in the first half of this year. So far it has released

Google Now Offering a Free Text Translation Tool 5/9/2010

Language translation has been added to Google Goggles. This free software now allows users to take a picture of text written in one language

Palm Pre Plus Could Debut on AT&T by Mid-Month 5/7/2010

AT&T has committed to offering Palm's flagship webOS smartphone, but has yet to say when. However, information leaking out of this wireless

AT&T Might Remain Exclusive Provider of iPhone Until Early 2011 5/6/2010

Despite persistent reports that Apple and Verizon Wireless are in talks to end AT&T's exclusive contract to offer the very popular iPhone, a

Pricing and Release Date for Microsoft's New Kin Phones Revealed 5/5/2010

The Microsoft Kin One and Kin Two will be released earlier than previously thought: Verizon Wireless is going to start offering these messag

Microsoft Communicator Mobile for Nokia Now Available 5/5/2010

A version of Microsoft Communicator has been released that is compatible with some of Nokia's messaging-oriented smartphones. This was devel

Apple May Be Forced to Allow Developers to Create iPhone Apps with Adobe Tools 5/3/2010

The U.S. government is supposedly looking into whether Apple broke antitrust law with a recent change in its developer agreement that blocks

Motorola Cliq XT Gets a System Software Update 5/2/2010

T-Mobile USA has released an updated version of the system software on the Motorola Cliq XT, an Android OS smartphone that debuted early thi

New Details Emerge on Verizon's LG Fathom Windows Phone 5/1/2010

Several unconfirmed reports have indicated that Verizon Wireless is going to release the LG Fathom later this month, but a complete picture

AT&T Reveals Specs for Android OS-powered Dell Aero 4/30/2010

When AT&T first announced plans to offer the Dell Aero, it gave few details on the smartphone, only to mention that it will run Google's And

Verizon Will Release LG Aloha and LG Fathom Next Month 4/29/2010

LG and Verizon are reportedly going to team up on a pair of smartphones in May. One of these will be an Android OS-based model that's shown

DataViz Documents To Go Premium for webOS Is on Hold 4/28/2010

Palm's webOS-based smartphones come with a viewer for Microsoft Office files made by DataViz. An enhanced version with editing capabilities

Google's Free Navigation Service Coming to the iPhone 4/23/2010

The turn-by-turn navigation service that Google launched in its own Android OS is going to be available for Apple's smartphones, and could b

Kensington Travel Battery Pack and Charger for iPhone and iPod touch Review 4/22/2010

Those who often travel Apple smartphone or handheld when they are on the move should consider the Kensington Travel Battery Pack and Charger

Motorola Devour Gets System Software Update 4/21/2010

Verizon launched the Motorola Devour last month and has already introduced an update for the system software. It's not a major upgrade, but

Adobe Gives Up on Tool that Would Let Flash Developers Create iPhone Apps 4/21/2010

It's well known that Apple doesn't want Adobe Flash on its products, and now the company doesn't even want Flash developers to create apps f

BlackBerry OS 6.0 Will Bring a New Look, New Features 4/20/2010

The launch of the next version of the BlackBerry operating system is reportedly right around the corner. There will supposedly be many signi

AT&T May Get the Android-based Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 this Summer 4/20/2010

Sony Ericsson's Android OS-based Xperia X10 could be on its way to AT&T in July. The smartphone offers a large, high-resolution display, a 1

Study Finds U.S. Lagging in Mobilization 4/19/2010

A recent study across 16 countries indicated that the United States significantly lags behind other nations in using mobile phones for anyt

NotebookReview Asks, What is a Smartbook and Who Needs One? 4/19/2010

Smartbooks combine the features of laptops and smartphones. Brighthand.com's sister site NotebookReview.com has an overview of what this eme

Android-powered Dell Aero and Mini 5 Coming to AT&T this Summer 4/17/2010

AT&T is reportedly going to release Dell's first two devices running Google's Android OS in the next few months. The Dell Aero will be a low

iPhone 4G May Debut in Late June 4/16/2010

Apple is expected to release a new iPhone this summer, and there's been a lot of speculation as to the date. A bit of detective work has tur

Verizon Lets the HTC Droid Incredible Release Date Slip Out 4/15/2010

Verizon accidentally gave the world a peek at the teaser website for its upcoming smartphone, the HTC Droid Incredible. This will apparently

Android OS Ported to Intel Atom Processors 4/14/2010

Intel has created a version of the Android OS that can run on an Atom microprocessor, which could lead to smartphones and tablets with Googl

HTC To Create or Buy An Operating System? 4/13/2010

HTC has become a major player in the world's smartphone market by offering devices using Windows Mobile and Android, operating systems licen

Microsoft's New Kin Phones Aimed at Consumers who Text More than Talk 4/12/2010

Microsoft has just unveiled a pair of smartphones developed by Project Pink. These will have a new user experince, and be inexpensive consum

Vonage VoIP App Released for Android OS Smartphones on AT&T and T-Mobile 4/11/2010

A version of Vonage Mobile has been released for smartphones that run Google's Android OS and have service through AT&T or T-Mobile. This al

iPhone OS 4.0 Will Include iChat 4/10/2010

Although Apple CEO Steve Jobs gave the world its first official look at iPhone OS 4.0 this week, he apparently didn't reveal all its feature

Motorola Cliq Gets a System Software Update 4/9/2010

A system software update is available for the Motorola Cliq, an Android-based smartphone from T-Mobile USA. It improves to the device's batt

HTC HD2 Back in Stock at T-Mobile 4/9/2010

T-Mobile USA has had great difficulties keeping the HTC HD2 in stock at its website, but this highly sought after model is once again availa

Developers Releasing Android OS Apps at a Breakneck Pace 4/8/2010

Consumer interest in Google's Android OS has been growing tremendously in recent months, and third-party software developers are attempting

Apple iPhone OS 4.0: What the Rumors Say 4/7/2010

Apple is going to take the wraps off the next version of its mobile operating system tomorrow. People who are too impatient to wait for the

Verizon Releases Small System Software Update for the BlackBerry Storm2 4/6/2010

A small tweak is now available for system software that's on Verizon Wireless' version of the BlackBerry Storm2. This doesn't appear to offe

Apple iPhone OS 4.0 To Be Unveiled Later this Week 4/5/2010

Apple just announced that it will take the wraps off iPhone OS 4.0 at a press event to be held in just a few days. According to recently-lea

Samsung Gives Sneak Peek at Upcoming bada OS-Based Smartphones 4/5/2010

The Samsung Wave will be the first model running Samsung's bada OS, but will soon be followed by many more. These upcoming smartphones have

Palm Developer Days Mini Conference Scheduled for Later this Month 4/2/2010

Palm is going to hold the first in a series of all-day training sessions for developers near the end of this month. Palm Developer Days are

Google Celebrates April Fool's Day with Translate for Animals App 4/1/2010

Google has released Translate for Animals, an application that supposedly translates what people's pets are saying into English. In reality,

iPhone HD Could Be Apple's Next-Generation Smartphone 3/30/2010

According to a sudden burst of rumors, Apple is going to release a model called the iPhone HD early this summer. This will supposedly live u

Apple iPad Can No Longer Be Pre-Ordered for Saturday 3/29/2010

The Apple iPad will debut on Saturday, April 3, but anyone who really wants one on that day should have ordered it already. Those who place

Palm Pre Plus for AT&T Preview 3/27/2010

AT&T announced this week that it is going to be offering the Palm Pre Plus in the coming months. Palm had this model on display at the CTIA

StyleTap's Palm OS Emulator Released for Jailbroken iPhones 3/26/2010

The long-delayed version of StyleTap for the iPhone has finally been released. This emulator allows over 30,000 applications originally writ

Android-Based Dell Aero Is Headed for AT&T 3/22/2010

AT&T has pre-announced its plans to offer the Dell Aero, a re-branded version of Dell's first smartphone running Google's Android OS. Expect

AT&T Commits to Offering the Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus 3/22/2010

Palm announced today that both its most recent smartphones are headed for AT&T, the third major U.S. wireless carrier to pick up webOS-based

Several High-End Smartphones Expected to Debut at CTIA 3/21/2010

One of the most important phone-related tradeshows of the year is going to be held this week in Las Vegas. This spring's CTIA should see the

HTC Responds to Apple's Patent Infringment Lawsuit 3/18/2010

Earlier this month, Apple filed a lawsuit against HTC, accusing the rival smartphone maker of infringing on some of its patents. Today, HTC

Google Nexus One Now Available to AT&T Customers 3/16/2010

Google has just introduced a version of the Nexus One that fully supports AT&T's cellular-wireless network, including its 3G service. Until

BlackBerry Tour 9650 Could Launch in Late Spring After Being Renamed 3/14/2010

RIM pre-announced the BlackBerry Tour 9650 early this year, but has kept quiet about it ever since. Unconfirmed reports indicate that this m

HTC HD2 Might Debut in the U.S. Slightly Later than Previously Thought 3/11/2010

It's a virtual certainty that T-Mobile is going to release the HTC HD2 late this month, but there have been a few conflicting reports on exa

Opera Mini 5 for Android OS Gets Updated 3/11/2010

Opera Software has released a new beta version of Opera Mini 5 for the Android OS. This web browser has been designed to used much less data

Microsoft Encouraging Cross-Platform Games for Windows Phone 7, Xbox, and PC 3/10/2010

When Window Phone 7 was first unveiled last month, Microsoft promised integration with its Xbox Live service, but was light n details. Today

Palm Gives Developers Advanced Tools for Creating webOS Games 3/9/2010

Palm, Inc. has released a beta version of the webOS Plug-in Development Kit (PDK). This gives game makers the tools they need to create high

Carrier Accidentally Reveals that Next-Generation iPhone Will Offer Video Calling 3/8/2010

A European wireless operator has let slip that the iPhone version expected to hit the market this summer will allow users to make video call

AT&T Now Offering Its First Android-Powered Smartphone, the Motorola Backflip 3/7/2010

AT&T has gotten on the Android bandwagon by releasing the Motorola Backflip. This inexpensive smartphone has an unusual reverse-flip keyboar

Apple iPad Is Going to Be a Bit Late 3/5/2010

When the Apple iPad was unveiled in late January, Steve Jobs promised it would be on the market in 60 day. Today, the company admitted that

Sony Working on a PlayStation Phone and an iPad Competitor 3/4/2010

Sony is working on a smartphone that will be able to play games created for the PlayStation Portable, according to a new report. This compan

The Launch Date for the Apple iPad May Have Been Revealed 3/4/2010

Apple has promised that the iPad will be on store shelves by the end of this month, but hasn't given an exact day for the release. An unconf

Opera Mini 5 Now Available as a Native Windows Mobile App 3/4/2010

Opera Software today released a new version of the Opera Mini 5 web browser for Windows Mobile smartphones. Unlike previous version, this is

Nokia Nuron Aimed at Budget-Conscious T-Mobile Customers 3/3/2010

T-Mobile USA has just announced plans to release the Nokia Nuron, a Symbian smartphone with a large touchscreen and 3G access. This device w

Nokia C5: a Smartphone That Will Emphasize the Phone 3/3/2010

The newly-unveiled Nokia C5 is the first in the C-series. this company's upcoming line of Symbian-based smartphones targeted at consumers. T

Apple Taking HTC to Court for Patent Infringement 3/2/2010

Apple today filed a lawsuit against HTC today, accusing the rival smartphone maker of infringing on 20 patents related to the user interface

Palm Admits the webOS Isn't Catching on as Fast as it Hoped 2/25/2010

Palm, Inc. warned investors today that it isn't bringing in as much revenue from sales of its smartphones as it had originally forecast. The

Verizon's Android-Powered Motorola Devour Debuts Exclusively at Best Buy Stores 2/25/2010

The Motorola Devour, Verizon's third smartphone running Google's Android OS, is being released today. At launch, the only brick-and-mortar s

iPhone Beat Out Windows Mobile in 2009, but Both Trailed Symbian and BlackBerry 2/23/2010

The global smartphone market last year grew around 24% last year, and virtually all the smartphone platforms saw increased sales. The notabl

PocketGear Buys Handango, Merging the Two Largest Cross-Platform App Stores 2/23/2010

As of today, PocketGear has acquired Handango, creating the world's largest cross-platform app store with a catalog of more than 140,000 pai

Palm's webOS 1.4 Update Expected this Week 2/22/2010

A system software upgrade for Palm's recent smartphones will supposedly be released on Thursday, or this weekend at the latest. Among its en

Skyfire Accelerates Developing Web Browser for the Android OS 2/22/2010

Skyfire has been working on a version of its high-end web browser for Android OS, and to facilitate this process has recently acquired kolby

Mobile World Congress 2010 Wrap Up: New Operating Systems and Smartphones 2/19/2010

In addition to the premiers of numerous smartphones, this year's enormous telecommunications tradeshow in Barcelona was marked by the launch

Motorola Cliq Getting a System Software Update this Week 2/18/2010

Motorola has promised to release an update for the system software on the Motorola Cliq, an Android-based smartphone being offered by T-Mobi

AT&T Will Launch the Android-Powered Motorola Backflip in Early March 2/18/2010

After some broad hints last month, AT&T has officially announced that it will be offering the Motorola Backflip in a few weeks. This smartph

Google Adopts a New Strategy: Mobile First 2/17/2010

During his first ever keynote address at the Mobile World Congress 2010 tradeshow, Google CEO Eric Schmidt announced that more of his compan

MWC Day 3: Attention Turns to New Android OS and bada OS Smartphones 2/17/2010

Much of the attendees' attention at the Mobile World Congress 2010 tradeshow today was on smartphones that were unveiled this week. This inc

Bluestreak Bringing Flash Platform to Android OS, Java Devices 2/16/2010

Bluestreak Technology today announced its MachBlue platform will soon support Java and Android devices, meaning more device manufacturers wi

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini and X10 mini pro: New Variations on an Android Phone 2/16/2010

Sony Ericsson is broadening its Android offerings. The Xperia X10 is its first smartphone running Google's OS, and now two more have been an

MWC Day 1: Big Operating System Announcements from Microsoft, Nokia, and Samsung 2/15/2010

The annual Mobile World Congress tradeshow kicked off in Barcelona today, and the first day had a focus on operating systems, whether its th

Palm Pre Could Be Coming to AT&T in Mid-May 2/12/2010

The FCC has approved a device that evidence suggests could be AT&T's version of the Palm Pre. This wireless carrier has committed to offerin

RIM Still Dominates U.S. Smartphone Market, but Google and Apple Gaining 2/11/2010

BlackBerry-maker Research In Motion had the most popular smartphone platform in the U.S. in December 2009. However, RIM's share declined 1%

What to Expect at Mobile World Congress 2010 2/9/2010

Come February 15, the tech world turns its collective attention to Barcelona in hopes of catching a glimpse at the future of mobile technolo

SDXC Will Replace SDHC, Offer Up to 2 Terabytes of Data Storage 2/8/2010

In the very near future, users will be able to store more than 100 HD movies on a single SD card, movies they can then watch on their smartp

Barnes & Noble nook Gets a Second Software Update 2/5/2010

Barnes & Noble has begun sending out v1.2 of the system software for its nook e-book reader. Like an earlier update, this both improves the

Symbian Is Now an Open Source Operating System 2/4/2010

The largest transition of proprietary code to open source in history has just been completed: all the source code for the Symbian OS -- an o

SlingPlayer for iPhone Now Runs Over AT&T's 3G Network 2/4/2010

Al launch, the iPhone version of the SlingPlayer streaming TV app would work only over Wi-Fi, but AT&T announced today that this service can

System Software for the Nokia N97 Mini Updated 2/3/2010

Just a few days after updating the firmware on the Nokia N97, its sister model the N97 Mini has also been updated. These two smartphones hav

Google Nexus One Gets Updated with Pinch-To-Zoom 2/2/2010

Google has added what's probably the single most requested features to its Nexus One: the ability to enlarge or shrink web pages and images

Microsoft Updates Windows Mobile with Multi-Touch Support 2/2/2010

Microsoft has officially announced a new version of Windows Mobile that adds support for capacitive touchscreens and multi-touch, as well a

Citrix Enabling Mobile Desktop Virtualization with Nirvana Phone 2/2/2010

Citrix Systems and Open Kernel Labs this week released the "nirvana phone" reference, which they claim will turn hypervisor-based smartphone

Nokia N97 Receives a Small Firmware Update 2/1/2010

Nokia's flagship Symbian smartphone, the Nokia N97, has received system software update to v21, which includes improvements to the browser a

Microsoft Execs Promise that Next Version of Windows Mobile Will Be Unveiled Soon 2/1/2010

If there is any doubt that Microsoft plans to take the wraps off the an update to its smartphone operating system this month, statements fro

Next-Generation iPhone and iPad May Get Video Conferencing, Spell Check 1/31/2010

Details on the next version of Apple's iPhone OS have begun to leak out. According to unconfirmed sources, this will include support for two

Google Nexus One for AT&T Practically Confirmed 1/30/2010

A device that's almost certainly an AT&T-compatible version of the Google Nexus One has been approved by the FCC. This is good news for this

HP's Android-Based Netbook May Be Released by AT&T 1/28/2010

HP was demonstrating a netbook running Google's Android OS at CES earlier this month, but said it was an experiment rather than a product it

RIM Confirms that the BlackBerry Tour 9650 Is On the Way 1/28/2010

RIM has not yet announced the BlackBerry Tour 9650, but that didn't stop it from mentioning this upcoming smartphone on its official Faceboo

Apple iSlate Faces a Tough Tablet Trail 1/26/2010

Apple is a company known for setting new standards and raising the bar in terms of new technology development. The big question is, can it d

More Evidence for an AT&T Version of the Google Nexus One Comes to Light 1/26/2010

More evidence has emerged that Google is going to release a version of the Nexus One that will offer full support for AT&T's wireless networ

Motorola Split Could Be an Android OS Phone that Lives Up to Its Name 1/25/2010

AT&T may be getting a smartphone with an unusual design featuring a split keyboard that slides out from either side of the touchscreen. The

Motorola Droid and Cliq Available at Big Discounts for New Subscribers 1/22/2010

Wireless carriers regularly offer special deals to new customers, hoping to lure in additional subscribers. For example, both of Motorola's

HTC Diamond3 with Windows Mobile 7 Might Be Headed for AT&T and T-Mobile 1/22/2010

One of the first smartphones with Windows Mobile 7 is reportedly going under the codename "Obsession". When it's released, though, it will s

Nokia Giving Away Free Navigation App 1/21/2010

Nokia has released a new version of Ovi Maps for its Symbian smartphones that includes free navigation for those who are driving or walking.

iSlate and iPhone OS 4.0 Unveiling Expected on Jan. 27 1/18/2010

Apple has confirmed earlier rumors by announcing a press event for the end of this month. It's not saying what's going to be unveiled, but n

AT&T Cuts the Cost iPhone Users Pay for Unlimited Voice and Data 1/16/2010

AT&T has dropped the price it charges subscribers -- including users of the Apple iPhone 3GS -- for an unlimited voice and data plan. This w

Donate to Haitian Relief with a Text Message 1/16/2010

The small Caribbean nation of Haiti was struck by a devastating earthquake this week, killing thousands and leaving many more without food,

Samsung Moment Gets a Small System Software Update 1/15/2010

Sprint has introduced an update for the system software on the Samsung Moment. This isn't the promised upgrade to Android 2.0, but it does b

Inbrics MID-M1 Will Be an Android Smartphone Packed with Features 1/14/2010

Android-powered smartphones are nothing new, but the MID-M1 is making waves for what manufacturer Inbrics seemingly intends to be a truly al

Nokia N900 Update Adds Landscape-to-Portrait Screen Rotation 1/14/2010

The Nokia N900 has received two system software updates this week, addressing some bugs and also making a significant enhancement: adding po

Motorola Backflip Could Be Coming to AT&T in Early March 1/14/2010

Although AT&T has yet to come out and say it, this carrier isn't trying very hard to conceal its plans to offer the Motorola Backflip. This

webOS Update Brings Bluetooth Tethering to European Palm Pre Users 1/12/2010

Palm has released an update for the system software on the European version of the Palm Pre. Among other changes, it adds the ability for th

T-Mobile and Google Investigating Nexus One's 3G Connection Problems 1/11/2010

The Google Nexus One debuted from T-Mobile USA last week, and the first users of this Android-based smartphone are reporting problems with c

Two webOS-Powered Smartphones Headed for AT&T 1/9/2010

When Palm's webOS debuted last summer, only Sprint subscribers could get it. This is going to change soon: AT&T Mobility's CEO revealed at C

AT&T Getting on the Google Bandwagon, Commits to Five Android OS Phones 1/9/2010

Following in the footsteps of all its top rivals, AT&T has promised to offer its first smartphones running Google's Android OS. These will b

Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus Coming to Verizon Later this Month 1/7/2010

Verizon Wireless has just revealed that it will soon begin offering enhanced versions of the Palm Pre and the Palm Pixi. The new Pre will of

Ovi Store Now Available to AT&T's Nokia Phones 1/7/2010

AT&T has announced support for the Ovi Store on those Nokia smartphones that it currently sells, as well as for future devices. This makes i

Verizon May Be Getting the Apple iSlate and iPhone 1/6/2010

Apple and AT&T have had a successful partnership, selling millions of iPhones together. But analysts say Apple has wandering eyes, and will

T-Mobile USA's Entire 3G Network Now Runs at 7.2 Mbps 1/5/2010

T-Mobile USA announced today that it has fulfilled a promise it made last year: it's entire 3G network is now running at 7.2 Mbps, significa

Small System Update for the Palm Pre and Pixi Fixes Big Calendar Bug 1/5/2010

Palm has released webOS 1.3.5.1, an updated version of this operating system to fix a bug in that affects those who synchronize a Palm Pre o

Survey Finds Dramatic Increase in Consumer Interest in Google's Android OS 1/4/2010

A survey performed by a research firm has found that consumer interest in Google's Android OS has risen dramatically in the past few months,

iPhone OS 4.0 Could Be Demoed Later this Month 1/4/2010

Apple is widely expected to unveil its new iSlate tablet computer near the end of this month. According to an unconfirmed report, this will

Several Big Smartphone Announcements Expected at CES This Week 1/4/2010

The Consumer Electronics Show -- the 500 pound. gorilla of tradeshows -- is kicking off later this week. A number of companies will be using

Palm's webOS Gets Support for Running Native Linux Apps, High-End Multimedia Tools 1/4/2010

When developing the webOS, Palm decided to make it very easy to create applications with simple tools. While this has advantages, there was

Google Nexus One Could Be Headed for AT&T 1/3/2010

Although it is not yet official, there have been numerous reports that, later this week, Google is going to release its first Android OS sma

Synaptics to Demo New Ways To Interact with a Smartphone at CES 1/2/2010

If the Synaptics vision of the future is to be believed, consumers will be squeezing, tugging, and tilting their smartphone to operate it, r