AT 2013 SmartPhone Articles

Samsung Galaxy S IV US Review: Great, but a Small Step Up 5/25/2013

The Samsung Galaxy S IV may be a marginal upgrade from its predecessor, but is it still impressive enough to edge out the rest of the Androi

Microsoft Updates YouTube App After Cease and Desist Order From Google 5/23/2013

After Google took issue with the way its YouTube app for Windows Phone 8 blocked ads and let users download content, Microsoft has issued an

Fingerprint Scanning Could be a Featured on Galaxy Phones Soon 5/22/2013

Leaked firmware files have indicated that Samsung may be in the process of developing fingerprint scanning technology for its Galaxy line of

Samsung Galaxy S IV Features Coming Soon to Galaxy S III 5/21/2013

A recent leak shows that many of the software features from the Galaxy S IV are headed to the Galaxy S III in a future update.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mega Outed by App Update Notes 5/21/2013

The update notes for the Samsung WatchON app appear to confirm the impending announcement of the super-sized Galaxy S4 Mega.

LG 5-inch Flexible Displays to Make Appearance at SID This Week 5/21/2013

LG is set to show off its new handset with a flexible display at the Society for Information Displays trade show later this week.

Samsung Looks at Memory Fix for Galaxy S IV 5/16/2013

After coming under fire for how much onboard storage is being taken up by preloaded software on its Galaxy S IV, Samsung is reportedly looki

Samsung Galaxy Note 3: What Will It Look Like? 5/16/2013

Rumors keep flying about the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 3, which is expected to launch this fall. Will it have a build along the same l

Google I/O: Google Previews Updated Maps App for Android & iOS 5/15/2013

At Google I/O, Google gave a sneak peek at a big update to its maps app for Android and iOS, featuring a new directional view, traffic incid

HTC First Reportedly Going to Be Discontinued by AT&T 5/15/2013

The HTC First is getting discontinued by AT&T after disappointing sales, according to an unconfirmed report.

BlackBerry Updates Z10 Phones to BB OS 10.1 & Skype App 5/14/2013

Thanks to a new firmware update, Z10 smartphone users can now get access to the cool new features in BB OS 10.1, plus a new Skype app for Bl

Nokia Teases Unannounced Smartphone UPDATE 5/13/2013

Nokia teased a new unnamed device earlier today, which is rumored to be the Lumia 925 and is expected to be revealed at the company's event

Slow Growth for Windows Phone Store, only at 145,000 Apps 5/13/2013

The app selection in the Windows Phone Store has seen a serious decline in growth since last year, featuring a mere 145,000 apps currently.

TG: Nike+ Sportwatch GPS Review 5/11/2013

Our review of the Nike+ SportWatch GPS, Nike's answer to the GPS watches most runners are seen with these days.

Samsung Galaxy S IV Storage Issues to be Investigated by Watchdog 5/10/2013

BBC consumer reports show Watchdog will be airing a segment next week on the discrepancies between the advertised storage on the Samsung Gal

The LG Optimus G Pro is Now Available on AT&T 5/10/2013

The 5.5-inch LG Optimus G Pro is now available in the US on AT&T's networks for $200 subsidized with a two-year contract.

Nokia Lumia 521 Priced and Dated 5/9/2013

The T-Mobile exclusive Nokia Lumia 521 has been given release date and pricing information for the various outlets through which it will be

Windows Phone 7.8 Update Finally Comes to Nokia Lumia 900 5/9/2013

After many months of waiting, Microsoft's promise to not leave the last generation of Windows Phones behind was fulfilled, with the Nokia Lu

Reports Indicate BlackBerry Q10 Supply Issues in UK, Canada 5/8/2013

Reports have indicated that after the early commercial success of the BlackBerry Q10 in the UK and Canada, the handset is already facing som

Facebook Updates Messenger App for iOS 5/7/2013

Facebook has updated its Messenger app for iOS with new stickers, along with an easier way of deleting messages.

Navitel Updates Navigator App for Windows Phone 7.5 5/6/2013

Navitel has updated its Navigator app for Windows Phone 7.5 devices, adding a host of new features for GPS navigation.

Apple Files Patent for Curved Battery, Could Lead to Sleeker Devices 5/3/2013

Apple files patent for curved battery design, could lead to smaller sleeker mobile devices.

Verizon Updates Galaxy Note 2 with 'Jelly Bean' & Other Improvements 5/3/2013

Verizon Wireless has updated the Galaxy Note 2 with Android 4.1.2 ('Jelly Bean'), plus lots of other improvements.

Apple Releases iOS 6.1.4 Update for iPhone 5 5/3/2013

As Apple continues to ready its new iOS 7 mobile operating system, the company today released an update to iOS 6 for the iPhone 5.

iOS 7 Expected to Launch on Time, Rumored to Feature Significant Redesign 5/2/2013

Insider claims have debunked earlier reports that the Apple iOS 7 launch was going to be delayed, instead reaffirming its release alongside

Sprint Shutting Down iDEN Nextel National Network at the End of June 5/2/2013

Sprint's plans to shut down its iDEN Nextel National Network are proceeding on schedule, with the shutdown taking place at the end of June.

LG Optimus G Pro Coming to AT&T Starting May 10 for $200 5/1/2013

LG officially announced from New York today that the Optimus G Pro is coming to AT&T on May 10 for $200 with a two-year contract.

HTC M4 Image Leaks, Looks a Lot Like the One (UPDATED) 5/1/2013

An image has surfaced of the rumored HTC M4, and though it's expected to be a mid-range device, its design takes a leaf out of the book of t

Your Guide to Upcoming Smartphone Features 4/30/2013

Need a primer on some of the new features or technology that manufacturers are beginning to work into our smartphones? We can help with that

Android 5.0 May Not Debut at Google I/O, Likely 4.3 Jelly Bean Instead 4/29/2013

Recent findings suggest that Android 5.0/Key Lime Pie may not debut at the Google I/O conference next month, and that Android 4.3 Jelly Bean

Sprint Issues Samsung Galaxy S IV Availability Update 4/29/2013

Sprint has announced that inventory for the Samsung Galaxy S IV is "now flowing into Sprint sales channels," bringing the device in limited

Social Networking App Path Adds 1 Million Users a Week 4/29/2013

A company co-founder credits an update earlier this year for the massive growth in popularity of Path, a social networking app for both iOS

Sony Rumored to Be Working on New Waterproof Flagship Phone 4/29/2013

The waterproof build that was seen on Sony's recent Xperia Z smartphone may be featured on the company's next flagship, the Xperia ZR.

Smartphones Sales Overtake Feature Phone Sales in Q1 2013 4/26/2013

Smartphone sales outpaced feature phone sales globally for the first time ever in Q1 2013, according to a recent IDC report.

Spotify Review on NBR: Great Music Streaming 4/26/2013

Spotify is now one of the most widely listened to streaming music services in the US. How does it stack up vs. rival services like Pandora?

Images of Stateside LG Optimus G Pro Leak Prior to Event 4/25/2013

LG may have an announcement planned for May 1, but @evleaks has already let the cat out of the bag by posting images of the US version of th

Source Confirms That Nokia Lumia 928 is Headed to Verizon 4/24/2013

An anonymous source has confirmed to Bloomberg that the Nokia Lumia 928 will be offered exclusively by Verizon Wireless.

Sprint and T-Mobile Push Back Galaxy S IV Release Dates 4/24/2013

Sprint and T-Mobile both recently announced that they will have to push back their Samsung Galaxy S IV release dates due to a limited supply

HTC One Camera Update Released 4/24/2013

The HTC One has received a camera update, improving certain aspects like HDR shots and enhanced audio recording in Zoe clips.

Design Patent Points Towards BlackBerry 10 QWERTY Slider 4/23/2013

BlackBerry was awarded a design patent today that suggests the company could be looking to release a portrait slider-form smartphone with a

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S IV Heading to Stores Sooner than Expected 4/23/2013

AT&T customers who pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S IV can receive the handset five days earlier, and the new flagship device will be availabl

Twitter Music Review: Tweet That Tune 4/22/2013

TechnologyGuide has a review of the iOS-exclusive music discovery service for Twitter, which features social integration and a friendly UI.

Samsung Galaxy S IV Review: The International Version 4/22/2013

The Samsung Galaxy S IV is a certainly a high-quality Android handset, but is it enough of an upgrade to convince GS III users to upgrade?

OtterBox iPhone 4/4S Defender Case Combines Physical and Battery Protection 4/18/2013

OtterBox is bringing a new version of its patented Defender series to the iPhone. Starting today the OtterBox 4/4S Defender Case with Ion In

iPhone and iPad Get Facebook's Chat Heads Feature 4/17/2013

Through an update of its iOS app, Facebook has brought its chat heads feature, first introduced for Android as part of Facebook Home, to the

Scout for iPhone To Add 3D Data, Crowd Sourcing by End of Year 4/16/2013

Telenav now plans to add features to the GPS app that include 3D buildings and landmarks, along with crowd-sourced info on accidents and tra

Ridiculous Fishing Review: Don't Miss This Catch 4/16/2013

With sound design and an eye-catching aesthetic Ridiculous Fishing casts a wide net that is sure to lure in perspective gamers and non-gamer

Verizon Wireless Unveils Android 4.2.1 Update for Motorola Droid Bionic 4/15/2013

Verizon has begun rolling out an Android 4.1.2 update for the Droid Bionic. New features include voice search, Google Now, keyboard enhancem

Will Carriers Adopt T-Mobile's No-Contract Format? 4/11/2013

T-Mobile was the most vocal in its dislike for contracts and decided to do something about it. Will the other carriers follow suit?

Sprint Updates Samsung Galaxy Victory with 'Jelly Bean,' Other Features 4/11/2013

Sprint has released an upgrade for the Samsung Galaxy Victory smartphone which includes Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) plus a number of other ne

HTC First Smartphone With Facebook Coming to AT&T 4/4/2013

The HTC First, the "first and only smartphone" built to feature the new Facebook Home software, was revealed alongside the platform earlier

HTC One Can Now Be Pre-ordered from AT&T 4/4/2013

AT&T customers who are eager to get their hands on the latest smartphone from HTC can now pre-order the HTC One. This device has a large hig

AT&T LG Optimus G Gets Unannounced Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) Update 4/4/2013

Although the update is unannounced, Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) is now available through AT&T for Optimus G users. The AT&T update includes I

AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S IV WIll Cost Less than First Thought 4/3/2013

AT&T announced last week that its version of the Samsung Galaxy S IV is going to cost $250 with a two-year contract, which is $50 more than

HTC One Coming to AT&T on April 19 4/2/2013

The HTC One is coming to AT&T starting on April 19. Unlike its U.S. rivals, this carrier will offer both the 32GB and 64GB variations.

HTC One 64GB Will Be Available Only from AT&T 4/1/2013

As of now, AT&T is the only carrier to offer the 64GB variant of the upcoming HTC One. The flagship handset is expected to release later thi

Seven Android Alternatives to Google Reader 4/1/2013

Now that Google Reader is going away, what are news-hungry users supposed to do? Here are seven other news reader apps for Android. Some are

WeatherBug for iPhone Can Warn You when there's Lightning in Your Area 4/1/2013

The newly redesigned version of the WeatherBug app has a unique feature: it can tell users exactly how far away the nearest lightning is. Vi

Sprint Releases Samsung Galaxy S II Android 4.1 Update 3/30/2013

Sprint has introduced an update for the older Samsung Galaxy S II to Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). This is available now over the wire, not over

Google Translate's Android App Can Now Be Used Offline, Too 3/28/2013

Android users traveling to other countries will no longer need to hook up to the Internet before ordering dinner, due to a new Google Transl

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S IV Pre-orders Start in Mid April 3/28/2013

Most U.S. carriers haven't even announced when they are going to release the Samsung Galaxy S IV . Still, AT&T took a step closer today, whe

Satisfaction Among Smartphone Users on the Rise 3/23/2013

A recent report done by J.D. Power & Associates has found that, generally speaking, satisfaction among smartphone users is rising, and that

Olloclip for iPhone 5 Review: Fun and Creative 3/23/2013

Perfect for shooting wide-angle, macro and fisheye photography, it's a fun accessory for your iPhone. Get more from DigitalCameraReview.

Nvidia Targeting Late Q2 Release for Project Shield Mobile Gaming Console 3/22/2013

The unique Project Shield handheld from Nvidia is close to becoming a reality, as the company's CEO revealed on Tuesday that it expects the

BlackBerry Z10 Now Available from AT&T 3/22/2013

AT&T has just become the first U.S. carrier to make the BlackBerry Z10 available to any customer. This device is the first with BlackBerry 1

Google Updates Gmail App, But Features Vary By Android Version 3/21/2013

In a Gmail app update, users of Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and up get faster notifications and reply, while other Android customers receive sm

Watch Samsung's Hands-on Video Preview of the Galaxy S IV 3/21/2013

Samsung officially unveiled its next flagship smartphone last week, and has released a video of a company rep putting the Galaxy S IV throug

Skype Updates Windows Phone 8 App with HD Video and People Hub 3/20/2013

A new update to Skype's Windows Phone 8 app brings HD video for higher-end handsets, along with reactivation of the People Hub feature disab

Verizon Updates Motorola Droid 4 to Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) 3/19/2013

Verizon begins rolling out its Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) upgrade for the Droid 4 by Motorola today. New features include Google Now and expan

AT&T Introducing Mobile Share Plans for Big Spenders 3/18/2013

AT&T is about to introduce three new Mobile Share plans for those want to use a lot of wireless data, and aren't adverse to paying a lot for

HTC One Review: The International Version 3/18/2013

The new HTC One flagship smartphone has the potential to make a real splash in the Android market with the way it brings excellence to the t

Watch the Entire Samsung Galaxy S IV ''Unpacked'' Event Video 3/15/2013

Did you miss the official unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S IV? It's not too late to see it.

HTC One Release Delayed in UK; What About the US? 3/13/2013

The release of the HTC One in the UK has been pushed back from March 15 to the end of the month, with still no specific news about when it w

Be Safe with the Breathometer -- the Smartphone Breathalyzer 3/13/2013

Breathometer is going to be the first smartphone breathalyzer. The accessory will quickly and easily measure blood alcohol level with the he

How Do the 4G LTE Networks of AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint Stack Up? 3/13/2013

While Verizon offers the most widespread LTE coverage, AT&T offers the fastest pure LTE speeds, according to a new study conducted by Root M

BLOG: What's With The Bricked Windows Phones? 3/12/2013

A rash of hardware failures among two major Windows Phone 8 devices, the HTC 8X and the Nokia Lumia 920, has users wondering what's happenin

AT&T Offers Android 4.1 & DriveMode Update for Sony Xperia TL 3/12/2013

For users of Sony's Xperia TL smartphone, AT&T has issued an update which combines Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) with DriveMode, an app that curb

Sprint Reportedly Set to Offer a Second-Generation BlackBerry 10 Smartphone this Year 3/11/2013

The BlackBerry Z10 is going to be available from three of the Big Four U.S. carriers, but Sprint has opted out. Instead, it's going to offer

AT&T Launching BlackBerry Z10 on March 22: It's Official 3/11/2013

AT&T has just announced that it will introduce the BlackBerry Z10 late next week. It is going to start taking pre-orders tomorrow for this d

Apple Looks At Letting Users Sell Or Loan Used iTunes Items 3/11/2013

Did you ever wish you could make money off of the old music and movies cluttering up your cloud? Apple has filed a patent that just might ma

What To Do When Your Phone Gets Smashed 3/10/2013

If you break your phone, who do you call (after getting a replacement phone, that is) to get the data off your old one?

AT&T Might Introduce BlackBerry Z10 on March 22 3/8/2013

There's no doubt that the U.S. debut of the BlackBerry Z10 is going to be in March. The big question is exactly when that's going to happen.

Skype Updates iOS App Again, Adding Slick New Calling UI 3/8/2013

In the latest of a long string of updates, Skype's app for iPhones and iPads this week got a slicker UI for placing calls, plus new enhancem

Motorola Rolls Out Android 4.1 Update for Droid RAZR and Droid RAZR MAXX 3/8/2013

Motorola has begun offering upgrades to Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) for the Motorola Droid RAZR and Droid RAZR MAXX, which in the U.S. is offer

BlackBerry Z10 Available in the U.S. on Monday... For a Fortunate Few 3/8/2013

While the BlackBerry Z10 and its BlackBerry 10 operating system have been available in Canada and parts of Europe for months, the business-m

Google Maps iOS App Adds New Features for Finding People and Places 3/7/2013

The Google Maps app for iPhones and iPads added new features this week, aimed at making it easier to find nearby places and contact your fri

Twitter Updates iOS and Android Apps with Top Tweets 3/6/2013

Twitter today introduced new versions of its app for the iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. Among the changes is one that will make it easie

Samsung Galaxy S IV Might Track Eye Movement to Provide Automatic Screen Scrolling 3/6/2013

The New York Times is reporting that Samsung?s upcoming flagship smartphone will feature eye movement so it can scroll web pages, emails, et

Qualcomm Processors Speed Up Recharging a Smartphone's Battery 3/2/2013

The new generation of Qualcomm mobile processors can do more than just speed up your apps. With the 2013 generation of Snapdragon chips, Qua

Stamp Rocket Brings Simple Task Automation to iPhone, iPad 3/2/2013

Wisconsin-based SnowShoe has released an app that allows users to automate every-day tasks on an iOS device.

BlackBerry 10 Software Update Brings Improvements to Performance and Camera 3/1/2013

BlackBerry issued a new BlackBerry 10 update today. This adds a number of new features, and is already available on select carriers for down

Google Working on "Innovative, Transformative" Smartphones 3/1/2013

After Google acquired Motorola in summer of 2011, many expected the company to start pumping out amazing smartphones and tablets. This hasn'

HTC's Jason Mackenzie: "We're David Fighting Goliath" 2/27/2013

HTC president of global sales Jason Mackenzie took some time to talk to Brighthand at MWC about the company's plans and how it hopes to comb

New Survey Finds Americans Treat Mobile Devices Like Their Best Friends 2/24/2013

With smartphones and tablets growing more and more in popularity, it seems Americans have started treating the gadgets as best friends, as a

MWC 2013: What Won't Be Announced at MWC? 2/22/2013

Despite all the hubbub about what is expected to come out of MWC 2013, there's also quite a bit on the smartphone front that we won't be see

Nokia Set to Unveil Low-Cost Lumia Windows Phone at MWC, Could Be the Long-Awaited Flame 2/22/2013

Nokia is reportedly going to use next week's MWC smartphone tradeshow to take the wraps off an in-expensive Windows Phone.

Samsung ATIV Odyssey Review: Take No Chances 2/21/2013

Samsung could have tried something new and different with the Verizon-exclusive ATIV Odyssey, but instead it chose to play it safe.

Scout for iPhone Update Offers ETA Sharing and Live Events 2/21/2013

Telenav looks to add even more sharing options with its Scout for iPhone navigation app. The free update adds a slew of features including E

Smartphone and Tablet Games Combined Outsold Dedicated Handheld Games in Q4 2/21/2013

According to a new report issued by IDC and App Annie, the combined sales of games in the iOS App Store and Google Play narrowly exceeded ha

Watch the HTC One Unveiling Event Video 2/20/2013

Want to watch what Brighthand's Grant Hatchimonji had to travel to New York City to see? HTC has released a video of the entirety of yesterd

Apple Fixes Exchange Bug with iOS 6.1.2 Update 2/19/2013

The bug that has plagued many users of the iPhone and iPad has apparently been fixed. Apple released iOS 6.1.2 to handle this serious flaw i

Nvidia Introduces Tegra 4i with Integrated LTE 2/19/2013

Today, Nvidia introduced the Tegra 4i. Nvidia hopes to make a serious play at the smartphone market with its first integrated LTE processor.

HTC One Price and Release Date Leaks Out: Still Over a Month Away 2/15/2013

The HTC One, formerly known as the M7, is going to be released in the U.S. in about a month, according to an unconfirmed report. It will bec

Apple Explains Problems with iPhone Battery Life Since the Release of iOS 6.1 2/14/2013

Apple has tracked down why some users have seen a dramatic drop in the battery life of their iPhone since the release of iOS 6.1: there's a

Apple Has Large Team Developing Wristwatch Computer, Launch Could Be This Year 2/13/2013

Earlier this week, reports surfaced of a new Apple smart watch. Today, those reports have been bolstered with sources claiming that Apple al

iOS 6.1 May Be Hard on the iPhone's Battery Life 2/11/2013

Have you noticed that your iPhone's battery life seems to be shorter since you installed iOS 6.1? If so, then you aren't alone.

Apple Reportedly Working on an iOS Smart Watch 2/11/2013

According to numerous reports Corning, the makers of gorilla glass, have developed a new bendable glass named Willow Glass. The new curved g

Samsung Partners With EA To Attract More App Developers 2/8/2013

Samsung has teamed up with Electronic Arts' mobile gaming division, Chillingo, to offer new developers a more profitable partnership for the

Skype Is Headed for BlackBerry 10 Devices, With a Catch 2/7/2013

There's good news for users of new BlackBerry smartphones: you'll soon be able to use the free Skype video chat service. However, there is a

Nokia CEO Talks Mobile Platform Past, Present, and Future 2/4/2013

In a recent interview, Nokia CEO Stephen Elop explained the decision to go with Windows Phone, what it means for Nokia's future plans, and w

iPhone Users Pay More for Data Plans, but There's More to the Numbers 2/3/2013

iPhone users pay a higher monthly bill than any other type of smartphone user, and it's not because of their usage habits. However, when you

HTC ThunderBolt Finally Gets Its Android 4.0 Update 2/1/2013

When the HTC ThunderBolt was released, it was a big deal -- Verizon's first 4G LTE smartphone. Of course, that was in 2011. But that's not t

Samsung Did Not Infringe Apple Patents Willfully, According to Judge 1/30/2013

Samsung has been granted a small victory after losing a costly patent-infringment lawsuit this summer. Judge Lucy Koh found that Samsung did

Facebook Updates iOS App With Video Recording and More 1/30/2013

Facebook has updated its main iOS app to offer users a handful of new features, with the most notable being the ability to record and share

Does Unlocking Phones Really Matter? 1/28/2013

It's now a violation of the DMCA to unlock your phone. So really, how many of you are scofflaws now?

Windows Phone 7.8 Update Arriving on Lumia 900 Next Week 1/25/2013

The long-awaited Windows Phone 7.8 is finally making its debut on its first handset, the Nokia Lumia 900, next week on January 30.

Verizon's Samsung ATIV Odyssey Priced and Given a Release Date 1/23/2013

Samsung's Verizon-exclusive Windows Phone 8 handset, the ATIV Odyssey, has just been given an official release date and price.

Google Nexus 4 Review: Good Smartphone, Great Price 1/22/2013

The Google Nexus 4 is the flagship model for Android 4.2. It's made by LG and has surprisingly high-end features, given its price.

iOS Remains Top Selling Platform in Q4 2012, Android Users Jump Ship 1/22/2013

The iOS platform maintained its number one sales spot in the U.S. in the final 12 weeks of 2012, due in no small part to users from other pl

AT&T Is Acquiring Regional Carrier Alltel 1/22/2013

AT&T is buying Alltel, a small wireless carrier that offers service in a handful of states, mostly in the South and Midwest.

Watch Today's Presidential Inauguration on Your iPhone or Android Smartphone 1/21/2013

President Barrack Obama will have his second inauguration today. Head over to TabletPCReview to find out how to watch the swearing-in ceremo

Smartphones Trump Tablets: Analysis of Mobile Data Reveals New Challenges for Telecoms 1/20/2013

Despite the increasing popularity of tablets among consumers, smartphone users have consistently consumed more mobile data than tablet owner

LG Optimus G Pro Details Leak, High-end Features Galore 1/18/2013

A new concept image of the LG Optimus G Pro was revealed today. The image shows that the device will sport a 5-inch display, use a 1.7GHz pr

Android 4.1 Hits AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S III Thanks to Over-the-Air Update 1/17/2013

AT&T has officially rolled out an over-the-air update for Samsung Galaxy S III owners' to get a taste of Android 4.1 "Jelly Bean." While the

FaceTime Can Now Be Used on All AT&T Tiered Data Plans 1/16/2013

Since Apple gave FaceTime the ability to work over a cellular connection, AT&T has been slowing adding support for this feature. Today, the

Car Owners Dissatisfied with Navigation Systems, Turn to Smartphones Instead 1/13/2013

It appears more drivers are turning to their smartphones to help them get around, as a new survey from J.P. Power and Associates reveals tha

Sprint Will Carry BlackBerry 10 Devices Later this Year 1/11/2013

Following the announcement of its competitors earlier this week, Sprint has confirmed that it plans to carry the BlackBerry 10 platform late

Samsung Reveals Flexible Youm Display Technology at CES 1/11/2013

Samsung showed off its new flexible OLED technology (called Youm) at CES this week in Las Vegas. The Korean manufacturer demonstrated its ne

Qualcomm Unveils Next-Generation Snapdragon Mobile Processors 1/10/2013

Qualcomm introduces its next generation of Snapdragon mobile processors. Qualcomm claims that the new chips boast impressive new speeds and

Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile Set to Carry BlackBerry 10 Phones 1/10/2013

Major US Carriers Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile have all announced that they will carry the soon to release BlackBerry 10 platform. The news c

The Wait for the Pebble Smartwatch Is Almost Over 1/9/2013

Want to check incoming emails, texts, etc. without having to pull out your smartphone? Then the Pebble watch might be right for you. Announc

Samsung Exynos 5 Octa Smartphone Processor Unveiled at CES 1/9/2013

Samsung has just raised the bar on what to expect from a smartphone chip. The newly-announced Exynos 5 Octa will include a startling 8 proc

Verizon Introduces New Share Everything Data Plans for Small and Large Businesses 1/9/2013

Verizon has unveiled its new Share Everything Data plans for business users. The two plans that are suited around small and large business u

Huawei Goes Big With Ascend Mate And Ascend D2 1/8/2013

It looks like Huawei is aiming to make a big splash in the smartphone market this year, as the company took the stage at CES to show off two

T-Mobile Talks 4G LTE, Unlimited 4G Data Plan, Nationwide HD Voice at CES 1/8/2013

During its CES 2013 press conference, T-Mobile gave an update on its promised new LTE network, unveiled a new unlimited data plan, and detai

Samsung at CES: "BYOD Will Be the Norm Within the Next Two Years" 1/8/2013

Samsung looked into the bring your own device trend within the enterprise, and came away thinking that BYOD will be the norm by the end of 2

CES 2013: Samsung ATIV Odyssey Hands-On Preview 1/8/2013

The ATIV Odyssey, Samsung's Verizon-exclusive Windows Phone 8 device, was on hand for inspection at CES this week, so we took it for a test

CES 2013: Intel & Partners Ready New Smartphones Based on Two Atom Chipsets 1/7/2013

At CES, Intel detailed plans for smartphones based on "Lexington" and "Clover Trail+' Atom chips. Intel also talked up intentions for future

CES 2013: Samsung Gives Windows Phone 8 ATIV Odyssey Official Reveal at CES 1/7/2013

Samsung finally provided us with hard-and-fast specs at CES today for its upcoming Windows Phone 8 device, the ATIV Odyssey, which will laun

Apple iPhone 5 Rated Worst Top Smartphone by Consumer Reports 1/7/2013

Despite its running title of "best smartphone in the market" for the past five years, Apple's iPhone seems to be losing traction among criti

Nvidia Reveals Project Shield Mobile Gaming Platform at CES 1/7/2013

Nvidia has revealed Project Shield. Equipped with a Tegra 4, processor Project Shield will look to provide a new and open gaming platform th

The iPhone's "Do Not Disturb" Feature Is Broken This Week 1/4/2013

Those who use the "Do Not Disturb" feature on their iPhone got a nasty surprise this week: a bug causes it to never turn off. Read more on