iPhone 2012 SmartPhone Articles

Bloomberg Says Uptick in NYC Crime Rate Due to iPhone and iPad Thefts 12/28/2012

New York City's annual crime index is up on the year, and Mayor Michael Bloomberg is saying that thefts of Apple products are a major contri

Gameloft iPhone and Android Games on Sale 12/26/2012

Gameloft is having a holiday sale, with bargains on a number of its iOS and Android games. See the full list on TabletPCReview.

All Warner Bros. iPhone Games on Sale 12/24/2012

To celebrate the holiday season, Warner Bros. is now offering all of its iOS games at substantial savings. Get more details from TabletPCRev

Nine Handy Airline Travel Apps for iPhone & iPad 12/22/2012

A iPhone or iPad can be a highly useful air travel tool for booking a flight, changing your seat, checking delays, and more. Here are some o

VIDEO: Apple iPhone 5 Review 12/20/2012

It is faster, slimmer and more powerful than its predecessors, although some might argue the iPhone 5 is a better device than earlier versio

Amazon Instant Video App Now Supports Apple's iPhone and iPod touch 12/14/2012

Apple iPhone and iPod touch owners are getting an early Christmas gift from Amazon, as the company has announced that its Instant Video iOS

Google Maps Once Again Available for the iPhone 12/13/2012

For many iPhone users, the nightmare is over. A free, stand-alone version of Google Maps has been released, replacing the need to use Apple'

In Android vs. iPhone, Google Chairman Brags ''We're winning'' 12/12/2012

While there's no doubt that the Apple iPhone is a very popular device, Google Chairman Eric Schmidt is quick to point out that the Android O

Best Buy Slashes Apple iPhone 5 Price By $50 12/11/2012

In a move clearly meant to attract holiday shoppers, Best Buy has dropped the price of the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4S by $50 each, offering Veri

T-Mobile Finally Getting the iPhone 12/7/2012

T-Mobile will soon become the fourth U.S. telecom to offer the iPhone. This won't happen until next year, however.

Gmail 2.0 Released for iPhone and iPad 12/4/2012

Google has introduced a significant upgrade for its Gmail app for iOS. This software has a redesigned user interface, as well as other impro

Unlocked Apple iPhone 5 Now Available 12/2/2012

Those in the U.S. who would like Apple's latest smartphone but aren't into commitment or contracts can now buy an unlocked version of the iP

T-Mobile Might Soon Introduce the iPhone 11/29/2012

The only one of the Big Four U.S. carriers that doesn't offer Apple's iPhone is T-Mobile. This is going to change soon, if a report from an

Telenav Brings Voice-Guided Navigation To Free Scout App for iPhone 11/20/2012

Telenav, the company behind the Scout navigation application, has just announced a major update for its free iOS program, bringing users voi

Norton Mobile Security Adds First iPhone and iPad Protection 11/20/2012

Norton Mobile Security this week added its first Apple iOS client, along with a new pricing model for safeguarding iPhones, iPads, and Andro

Next-Gen iPhone Might Debut Earlier Than Expected 11/19/2012

Those who are looking forward to Apple's next smartphone might not have to wait as long as expected. The sixth-generation iPhone might be ou

Samsung Galaxy S III Trumps iPhone 4S as Top Selling Smartphone in Q3 11/9/2012

The Apple iPhone 4S was unseated by the Samsung Galaxy S III as the world's best-selling smartphone for the third quarter of 2012, with the

Slow iPhone 5 Production Might Be Starting to Hurt Apple 11/8/2012

Almost 8 weeks after it launched, those buying an iPhone 5 face a long wait. Investors are starting to become concerned that this is a sign

Belkin Announces First Lightning Accessories for iPhone and iPad mini 11/6/2012

The new Lightning port isn't one of the more popular features of the iPhone 5. Still, those who are willing to embrace it can now pre-order

Google ''Not Optimistic'' that Apple will Approve iPhone version of Google Maps 11/5/2012

Apple recently kicked Google Maps out of the iOS, replacing it with an in-house navigation app. Google is working on a stand-alone version,

Unlocked Apple iPhone 5 Pricing Leaks Out 11/5/2012

Apple's latest handset has been available for over a month, but those in the U.S. who would like an unlocked version are still waiting. But

Apple iOS 6.0.1 for iPhone and iPad Going Out Now, Fixes Bugs 11/2/2012

An updated version of Apple's operating system for smartphones and tablets is now available. This fixes a number of small issues, such as th

FreedomPop Sleeve Turns the iPod Touch into an iPhone 10/29/2012

Earlier this month FreedomPop set out to offer free internet to Americans, and now the company wants to turn your iPod touch into an iPhone.

Apple iPhone Sales in Q3 Good, Not a Record 10/25/2012

Apple has just announced the results for its most recent financial quarter. The company sold 26.9 million iPhones in Q3.

AT&T Subscribers Prefer iPhone to Rivals 3-To-1 10/24/2012

During the third quarter of this year, AT&T subscribers bought 6.1 million smartphones, of which a very large majority were iPhones.

Apple iBooks 3.0 Introduced for iPhone and iPad 10/23/2012

Among the plethora of announcements made today at Apple's Event, the tech company revealed that its offering a free update for iBooks. Our s

Verizon Still Selling More Android Smartphones than iPhones 10/18/2012

Verizon Wireless says that during the third quarter of this year it sold more Android-based smartphones than iPhones, continuing a long-held

Canopy Sensus Case Brings Touch Controls to the Back of the Apple iPhone 10/11/2012

This week at GDC Online, accessory maker Canopy was showing off its Sensus case for the iPhone, which provides users with a touch surface on

Steve Wozniak Wants a Bigger iPhone 10/11/2012

Steve Wozniak has not been directly involved with Apple in many years, but he did co-found the company along with Steve Jobs. So when he cri

Apple iPhone 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy S III 10/10/2012

Smartphone shoppers face a choice between Apple's flagship smartphone or Samsung's. Brighthand is here to help with a hands-on comparison of

Consumer Reports Calls the Apple iPhone 5 a "Winner" 10/9/2012

Consumer Reports is well known for offering unbiased opinions on a huge range of products. Anyone with concerns about Apple's latest smartph

Apple Comments on Purple Camera Flare in iPhone 5 10/8/2012

Since the iPhone 5 was released, many users have complained about purple flairs appearing in images, and it appears that Apple has taken not

Apple Begins Shipping Lightning Adapters for iPhone 5 Owners 10/8/2012

Apple has begun shipping its Lightning adapters. These are a godsend for consumers looking to connect their iPhone 5 to the rest of their Ap

iPhone 5 Causing Fistfights and Strikes at Foxconn 10/6/2012

Production of Apple's new flagship smartphone is causing real problems at Foxconn's Zhengzhou factory: quality control inspectors are gettin

Apple Shuts Down Unauthorized iPhone Cable Makers 10/3/2012

The iPhone 5 sports a new connector. One concern that consumers have is the price of purchasing new Lightning add-ons. Many users are simply

Verizon iPhone 5 Update Fixes Carrier Data Usage While Connected to Wi-Fi Network 10/1/2012

Verizon iPhone 5 Users were facing serious problems where data leakage was occurring even when connected to a Wi-Fi Network. An update has b

Apple iPhone 5 Faster Than First Thought 9/27/2012

Apple doesn't disclose many of the important details on its smartphones. That's why it wasn't until after the iPhone 5 had been released tha

AT&T Subscribers Prefer iPhones, While Verizon Customers Go With Android 9/25/2012

As the smartphone race heats up, the fight for first is commonly ranked in terms of operating system market share, with Google's Android OS

Apple iPhone 5 Review: Bigger and Better 9/25/2012

The latest smartphone from Apple brings a larger display, faster processor, and quicker wireless access. How does it stack up in the real wo

Google Denies Rumors It's Bringing Its Maps App Back to the iPhone 9/25/2012

After Apple put its own mapping app in iOS 6 -- resulting in loud complaints -- it was rumored that Google Maps may be making a return to th

Apple Sold Over 5 Million iPhone 5 Units on Launch Weekend 9/24/2012

Apple's new smartphones typically sell well in the first few days they are available, and the iPhone 5 was no exception. Apple revealed that

Apple iPhone 5: Should You Upgrade? 9/23/2012

Apple's latest smartphone is now available, and around the world, owners of previous versions are asking themselves, "should I get the new m

Apple iPhone 5: Launch Day 9/21/2012

The nearly year-long wait for the Apple iPhone 5 is over: this smartphone went on sale early this morning. And those who had pre-ordered it

Apple iOS 6 for iPhone Review 9/20/2012

Apple's new operating system isn't going to blow you away, but it does promise a serviceable upgrade that brings a greater level of utility

How To Bring Google Maps Back to Your iPhone 9/20/2012

One of the major changes in iOS 6 is the switch from Google Maps to one built by Apple itself. There is an option for those who prefer Googl

Apple iOS 6 Upgrade Now Available for iPhone and iPod touch Users 9/19/2012

After touting its next generation operating system at last week's iPhone 5 event, Apple has finally launched iOS 6, bringing over 200 new fe

ITC Rules in Favor of Apple: The iPhone 5 Will Release Unimpeded (For Now) 9/17/2012

On Friday, an ITC Judge ruled in favor of Apple, stating that the tech company did not violate some of Samsung's patents. Samsung's claim in

Apple iPhone 5 Breaks 24-Hour Pre-order Record 9/17/2012

The next-generation iPhone went on sale on Friday, and within 24 hours had already passed the two-million mark. The device is selling faster

Apple Smartphone Owners Flood Recycle Sites in Wake of iPhone 5 Launch 9/15/2012

In the wake of the iPhone 5 launch, owners of previous Apple smartphones are clamoring to recycle their old handsets. A new report finds rec

Pre-Paid Apple iPhone 5 Heading to Cricket Earlier than Expected 9/14/2012

The pay as you go no-contract carrier will be offering the iPhone 5 much earlier than expected. Starting Sept. 28 consumers will be able to

Apple iPhone 5 Can Be Pre-ordered Now from Verizon, AT&T, Sprint 9/14/2012

Apple's next flagship smartphone went on sale early this morning, and it's clearly selling well -- Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint still have enou

How To Get an Apple iPhone 5 as Soon as Possible 9/13/2012

Apple's next flagship smartphone is going to be up for pre-order tomorrow. We have some tips for those who want to be among the first to get

Apple iPhone 5 Gets a Micro-USB Port, Thanks to New Adapter 9/13/2012

The new dock connector on the Apple iPhone 5, called the Lightning, can be converted to a micro-USB port thanks to a newly-unveiled adapter

Samsung May Sue to Block the Release of the Apple iPhone 5 9/13/2012

A fresh battle in the cut-throat patent wars between Samsung and Apple could break out soon. Industry sources indicate that the S. Korean co

Apple iPhone 5 To Be Bigger and Faster 9/12/2012

Apple CEO Tim Cook took to the stage today to announce the much-anticipated iPhone 5. This model is going to be the company's first with 4G

New YouTube App Released for iPhone 9/11/2012

Google decided to not wait until the release of iOS 6 to introduce a stand-alone YouTube app for the iPhone. It's available now.

Apple iPhone 5: What to Expect 9/11/2012

The wait is almost over -- the wraps are going to come off the iPhone 5 tomorrow. But if you can't wait, here's a sneak preview of what Appl

T-Mobile Actively Wooing iPhone Users 9/10/2012

Apple is not going to add T-Mobile to the list of carriers that can offer the iPhone, but that's not stopping this carrier from doing everyt

Apple iPhone 5 to Offer Global 4G LTE Support 9/9/2012

With Apple holding a special event this week, where the company is likely to unveil the sixth-generation iPhone, the rumor mill is in overdr

J.D. Power: Apple iPhone Takes Top Honor in Customer Satisfaction Once Again 9/8/2012

Apple will have to make room for another award on its mantle, as the company's iPhone clinched the top spot in the most recent J.D. Power an

Coming iPhone 5 Release Creates Intro Frenzy for Smartphone Makers 9/7/2012

With Apple's next smartphone expected to be unveiled next Thursday, many developers made their announcements this week to avoid getting over

Almost Confirmed: Apple's Next Smartphone Will Be Named the ''iPhone 5'' 9/5/2012

Apple has sent out invitations to an event next week. While these don't explicitly state that the company is going to be unveiling a new sma

iPhone 5 vs. iPhone 4S: a Visual Comparison 8/30/2012

At this point, there have been enough leaks that it's a safe bet that the next-generation iPhone is going to have a larger screen than its p

LG Reportedly Producing iPhone 5 Screens with In-Cell technology 8/26/2012

With iPhone 5 rumors heating up, as its supposed September announcement nears, a new report claims that LG Display has started mass producti

Do Not Buy an iPhone! 8/21/2012

Here's a piece of advice you won't hear very often: don't buy a smartphone from Apple. If you do, you'll be cheating yourself.

Apple iPhone 4S Selling for Amazingly-Low $50 at Sprint 8/15/2012

Sprint has once again dropped the price of the iPhone 4S, offering the 16GB version of the device for just $50. Of course, customers will st

Scout Update Allows iPhone Users to Navigate Offline 8/14/2012

Telenav released an update to Scout today in the Apple App Store, which includes Always There Navigation, which grants users GPS functionali

Apple iPhone Buyers Can Get Discounts at Target and Best Buy 8/13/2012

With the sixth-generation iPhone expected to debut in less than a month, two more retailers are offering discounts on select Apple smartphon

Top Five iPhone & Android Smartphone Apps 8/12/2012

Here are our five top picks for smartphone apps, based on our reviews, that are worthy downloads in categories that include cloud storage,

Apple iPhone 5 Leaked Images Show Battery Capacity and Tiny Connector 8/12/2012

With the supposed Sept. 21 release date of the next generation Apple iPhone quickly approaching, more details of the device have come to lig

Apple iPhone 4S vs Samsung Galaxy S III 8/8/2012

They are the most popular smartphones available today, but deciding between the two can be a challenge. Brighthand compares these flagship

Apple iPhone 4S from Sprint Cut by $50 8/7/2012

Sprint has recently reduced the price of its Apple iPhone 4S by $50, bringing the 16 GB model down to $150 just in time for the possibly imp

More Details on the iPhone 5 Surface 8/2/2012

New information on the as-yet unannounced Apple iPhone 5 has come to light, revealing a few details on this smartphone, which is expected to

iPhone 5 Likely to be Unveiled on September 12 7/31/2012

Additional reports indicate that iPhone is likely to be revealed at a special media event on Wednesday, September 12. The launch is apparent

New Leaked Image Possibly Shows iPhone 5 7/29/2012

Another rumor regarding the highly-speculated Apple iPhone 5 has come to light. This time a Chinese case manufacturer has posted pictures of

iPhone 5 Might Launch Sept. 21 7/26/2012

The iPhone 4S debuted in mid-October 2011, but a few unconfirmed reports indicate that the next version is going to come out a bit earlier i

Apple iPhone Sales Up 28% Last Quarter 7/25/2012

Sales of Apple's smartphones grew strongly last quarter, up almost 30% year-over-year. That helped the company pull in $8.8 billion in profi

AT&T Sold a Million More iPhones than Verizon Last Quarter 7/24/2012

AT&T is still at the top of the heap when it comes to sales of the iPhone. The company sold 3.7 million Apple smartphones in the second quar

Using Your iPhone for Summertime Reading 7/24/2012

Is reading one of your favorite summer pastimes? Your iPhone might come in handy.

iPhone 5 Smaller Dock Port All but Confirmed 7/23/2012

There have been reports for some time that Apple is going to shrink the size of the Dock connector on its mobile devices, and the latest to

Take a Look at the iPhone 5 7/12/2012

Images supposedly of the next-generation Apple iPhone have appeared on the Web, helping to confirm the previous reports that this device is

Apple iPhone Now Available Pre-paid from Virgin Mobile 6/29/2012

Virgin Mobile has become the second wireless carrier in the United States to offer the iPhone to pre-paid customers. This allows shoppers to

Google Chrome and Drive Released for iPhone, iPad 6/29/2012

Google and Apple don't get along as well as they once did, but that hasn't stopped one of these companies from developing apps for the rival

Sneak Peek: iCaisse4X Will Add NFC Payments to iPhone While Raising Battery Life 6/28/2012

A Google Wallet rival is now working with big banks and mobile carriers to test a new device that will retrofit existing iPhones and Android

Apple's Next-Generation iPhone Could Include NFC 6/25/2012

Information leaking out of Apple indicates that the next iPhone is going to have NFC (Near Field Communications). If true, it will enable th

Apple iPhone Now Available from Cricket with a Pre-Paid Plan 6/22/2012

For the first time, a pre-paid Apple iPhone can be purchased in the United States. Cricket Wireless is the carrier responsible for this mile

Apple iOS 6 Will Better Protect iPhone Users' Data from Third-Party Apps 6/15/2012

Apple will be making a handful of changes in its upcoming mobile operating system, iOS 6, to protect the personal data of iPhone users from

Apple iOS 6 Revealed, Coming in Fall for iPhone and iPad 6/11/2012

Speaking during a keynote address at his company's annual developers conference, Apple CEO Tim Cook has revealed the details of iOS 6, an up

Facebook App Store for iPhone and Android Debuts 6/8/2012

Facebook users who like to play games on their smartphone can now access the Facebook App Center, which has now launched with more than 600

iPhone Coming to Virgin Mobile for Pre-paid Customers 6/7/2012

Those who want an iPhone but don't like wireless service contracts will soon have the option of getting Apple's latest smartphone from Virgi

More iPhone 5 Internal Hardware Specs Discovered 6/1/2012

An investigation of the beta version of iOS 6 turned up many things about the internal parts of the upcoming Apple smartphone.

TurboScan Review: A Handy iPhone Scanner in Your Pocket 5/31/2012

TurboScan is designed to turn your iPhone into a portable document scanner without the addition of extra hardware. How well does it really w

Apple iPhone Launching from Cricket with Pre-Paid Plan 5/31/2012

Cricket Wireless announced today that it will be the first wireless carrier in the U.S. to offer the iPhone as a pre-paid device to its cust

iPhone 5 Parts Leak Shows Taller Device with Larger Screen 5/29/2012

Images have surfaced showing various parts of an alleged iPhone 5. These help confirm earlier rumors that this device will have a bigger scr

More Details on the iPhone 5 Touchscreen Come to Light 5/22/2012

Apple has reportedly settled on a larger, 3.95-inch display for its upcoming smartphone. This will require a slight change in the resolution

Sprint Offering $100 for Any iPhone Trade-in 5/19/2012

Anyone interested in switching to Sprint for their iPhone service can bring in their current Apple smartphone and get at least $100 off the

Evidence Growing of a 4-Inch iPhone 5 5/17/2012

In the past two days, two major traditional news sources have published reports that Apple is prepping a smartphone with a larger screen tha

Six Streaming Music Apps for the iPhone: Free Choice, But at What Price? 5/17/2012

Streaming music apps let you get just the tunes that are really music to your ears. Apps are free, although the music might not be. Here are

Next iPhone Will Sport a 4-Inch Touchscreen 5/16/2012

Apple is expected to launch its next-generation iPhone with a larger screen, according to sources familiar with the situation.

Apple Cuts the Number of iPhones Being Produced 5/15/2012

Apple is making fewer iPhones, according to an industry analyst. One possible reason for this: the company is already getting ready for its

iPhone $50 Off at Target and Radio Shack 5/13/2012

Two national retailers -- Target and Radio Shack -- are having a sale on Apple smartphones that reduces the prices by $50. This is a somewha

FreedomPop Sleeve to Bring Free 4G Access to the iPhone 5/11/2012

iPhone 4/4S customers looking for a true 4G connection need look no further than at the FreedomPop Sleeve. Better yet, high-speed wireless s

Next-Generation iPhone Could Debut in Early Fall 5/9/2012

Apple may be releasing the next-generation iPhone as early as September, according to Taiwanese industry sources. That's bad news for those

T-Mobile to Launch 4G HSPA+ Service Especially for the iPhone 5/8/2012

As part of T-Mobile's network modernization efforts, the company plans to launch 4G HSPA+ service in the 1900MHz band in a large number of m

Apple iPhone Receives iOS 5.1.1 Update 5/7/2012

iPhone users, as well as owners of the iPod touch or iPad, received an update to iOS version 5.1.1 today, which contains a litany of bug fix

Top 10 iPhone Tips and Tricks 5/5/2012

You can use a smartphone for years and not learn all of its tricks. That's why the Brighthand staff has put together this list of the ten mo

Pebble ePaper Watch for Androids and iPhones Coming Soon 5/5/2012

The Pebble, a highly-customizable ePaper wristwatch that connects to an Android or iPhone, is available for pre-order on Kickstarter now and

Apple iPhone 4S on Sale at a Scattering of Wal-Mart Stores 5/4/2012

A lucky few can go to their local Wal-Mart store and get the iPhone 4S for about one-third off the regular price.

Next iPhone Could Be Taller and Thinner, Sport a Larger Screen 5/3/2012

Most people would like to be a bit taller and slimmer, and apparently that goes for the next-generation iPhone. According to an unconfirmed

PoP Video Turns an iPhone into a Pico Projector... for Cheap 5/3/2012

Those looking for a way to use their iPhones as a pico projector now have a cheap and innovative way to do so with PoP Video.

Apple Rejecting iPhone Apps with Dropbox Support 5/3/2012

Dropbox is one of the most popular cloud-based storage solutions, and many iPhone apps tie into it. This may stop soon, as Apple has decided

Verizon's Smartphone Plans Include Galaxy S III, New iPhone in the Fall, More 4/26/2012

Some of the details of the smartphones coming to Verizon in the coming months has leaked out. This shows that Big Red will be offering two o

Apple Nearly Doubles iPhone Sales, Profits 4/24/2012

During the first three months of this year, Apple sold over 35.1 million iPhones. This isn't an all-time record, but it's an 88% increase ov

Home Button Not Being Redesigned in iPhone 5 4/24/2012

In the past year or so, there have been a number of reports that Apple plans to significantly change the Home button on its iOS devices. How

iPhone Nano Rumored to Launch This Year 4/23/2012

The semi-annual iPhone Nano rumor has surfaced yet again, this time with news claiming that Apple will release the small, entry-level device

Nine Cool iPhone Apps for On-the-Go Movie Fans 4/21/2012

The iPhone is a movie fan's dream come true. Here are nine apps for checking reviews, finding films in theaters and online, viewing flicks o

iPhone 4S Debuts at Five U.S. Regional Carriers 4/21/2012

The iPhone 4S has been released by five regional carriers in the U.S., bringing Apple's latest smartphone to residents in rural areas of the

iPhone 5 Could Be Delayed, Use a New Touchscreen Technology 4/20/2012

Shortages of LTE-enabled chips will reportedly push back the release of Apple's next iPhone until the fall. A separate report indicates that

Evernote Review: Organizing Your Life on an iPhone 4/3/2012

Evernote can come in handy even if you aren't a true organizing enthusiast. The app doesn't always work that well, though, on older iPhones.

iPhone 5 to Launch in June? A Foxconn Recruiter Says So 4/3/2012

In an interview with TV Tokyo, a Foxconn recruiter mentioned that the company is hiring more workers to prep for the iPhone 5 launch "schedu

Hands-On: Five Cool Protective Cases for Apple iPhones 3/30/2012

Smartphones often take a spill to the ground (or into the water, but a protective case can help. Here's a hands-on look at five of the best

Six Handy Shopping Apps for the iPhone 3/26/2012

While the Internet has certainly revolutionized shopping, that doesn't mean that it has made the process all that much easier. Thankfully yo

Apple iPhone 5: What We Know So Far 3/25/2012

In his latest "From the Editors Desk" column, Ed Hardy takes a look at the rumors and speculation about the next-generation iPhone, which mi

Four iPhone Privacy Apps for Protecting Your Content from Prying Eyes 3/23/2012

Do you want to keep personal photos and other content on your iPhone hidden away from any onlookers? Here's the lowdown on four "privacy app

Apple's iPhone 5 Could Sport a 4.6-inch Display 3/22/2012

According to an unnamed industry source, Apple is looking to use a 4.6-inch display on the next generation iPhone. This would be a significa

Report from This American Life on iPhone-Maker Foxconn Retracted 3/18/2012

In January, the radio program This American Life ran a story by Mike Daisey about working conditions at Foxconn, the China-based company tha

Watch March Madness on Your iPhone or Android Smartphone 3/16/2012

Keep up with all of March Madness at the convenience of your smartphone (or tablet). Download NCAA March Madness Live and watch the NCAA Men

Verizon Strongly Implies iPhone 5 Will Have 4G LTE 3/14/2012

Verizon has once again committed to only offering smartphones with 4G LTE service for the rest of this year. This almost certainly means tha

Share Your iPhone's Data Connection with Tether 3/12/2012

Stuck at a location with expensive or no Internet available? Thanks to Tether, you can use your iPhone's data to surf the Internet for a che

iPhone 5 Might Not Have iPad's A5X Processor 3/9/2012

The next installment of the iPhone may not be receiving the new iPad's A5X processor when it launches later this year.

Apple iOS 5.1 Update Tweaks the iPhone 3/7/2012

Apple released iOS 5.1 for the iPhone today. This operating system and software upgrade brings a number of small improvements to Apple's sma

iPhone App Store Passes 25 Billion Downloads 3/4/2012

Users of the iPhone and iPad have now downloaded 25 billion applications from the iTunes App Store since it debuted several years ago. This

Carriers Face a Long Wait to Pay Off Their iPhone Investment 3/3/2012

Getting Apple's iPhone is a double-edged sword for the carriers. Yes, they get more customers but their profits take a hit, at least in the

iPhone Users Can Now Watch Sprint TV for Free 2/29/2012

Sprint has introduced a version of its streaming TV service that works on the iPhone. This includes some free channels like Disney and ESPN

Apple iPhone 5 To Include New ''Micro Dock'' Port 2/24/2012

Cherish your current accessories iPhone users. It looks like Apple is getting rid of the current 30-pin dock connector found on iPhones, iPa

Midway Arcade Now Bringing Classic Games to iPhones 2/24/2012

Remember the days of playing Joust and Defender in the arcades? Well the days of classic games in arcades are gone, but thanks to Midway, yo

Research Firm Predicts Windows Phone Will Supplant iPhone by 2016 2/20/2012

Based to a survey of developers by Ovum, the U.K. research firm says the Nokia-Microsoft deal is re-drawing the smartphone landscape and wil

Apple Settles iPhone 4 ''Death Grip'' Lawsuit 2/18/2012

Apple has agreed to settle a lawsuit related to a fault in the design of its smartphone that debuted back in 2010. The company is going to h

Google Has Been Tracking What You're Doing on Your iPhone 2/18/2012

The Safari web browser blocks companies from using cookies to track what web sites people are visiting. Google found a work-around, but this

Six Great Apps To Turn Your Apple iPhone into a TV 2/16/2012

We all hate missing our favorite TV shows. Now, if you have to be away from your TV, you can always turn to your iPhone. With the right soft

Apple Modifying iPhone to Better Protect Users' Data from Third-Party Apps 2/15/2012

Several days ago, news came out that some iPhone apps are sending to their developers personal information about their users without permiss

Valentine's Day Roundup: Ten Best Love Apps for iPhone and Android 2/12/2012

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, love and romance are suddenly in the air. Here are ten apps for iPhones and Android phones tha

IBM: BYOD Brings Security Woes, Consumerization & Hassles Over iPhone Vs. Android OS 2/11/2012

With more employees bringing their own personal smartphones and tablets to work, employers are weighing Apple's iOS vs. Google's Android OS,

BLOG: Is the iPhone 4S a 4G Device? Depends on Who You Ask 2/9/2012

The most recent blog post from Brighthand's site editor takes a look as a surprisingly difficult topic: whether Apple's latest smartphone sh

iPhone GPS Navigation Apps: Three Free (or Cheap) Options 2/8/2012

The iPhone makes a great GPS, but navigation software for Apple's smartphone with turn-by-turn directions is often quite expensive. Fortunat

Vonage Releases VoIP App for Android and iPhone, Allows Free Mobile Calling 2/8/2012

Those looking to communicate with users all over the world will now have a chance to do so with Vonage Mobile. This app promises free high-d

MacPhun FX Photo Studio Review: Cool Photo Sharing & Special Effects for iPhones 2/4/2012

If you're an iPhone owner, you're probably taking tons of photos. Is MacPhun's Photo FX Studio app worth the 99 cents? Read the full review.

MacWorld/iWorld Brings More iPhone Apps, More Cases, More Gadgets 1/30/2012

MacWorld/iWorld just wrapped up in San Francisco, and Brighthand's reporter on the spot brings us his thoughts on the most interesting softw

BLOG: The iPhone 5 Should Be Released This Summer, Not Next Fall 1/26/2012

The most recent blog post from Brighthand's site editor gives his thoughts on when Apple should release its next-generation smartphone, and

Apple iPhone Outsold Android Last Quarter in the U.S. 1/25/2012

Apple enjoyed stellar sales in the last quarter of 2011. Not only were more iPhone units sold than in any previous three month period, a mar

Apple Sold a Record 37 Million iPhones Last Quarter 1/24/2012

During the last three months of 2011, Apple sold just over 37 million iPhones, a record number and more than double the number sold in the s

Time Warner Cable Customers Can Use their iPhone to Control their TV 1/22/2012

Time Warner Cable has introduced TWC TV for iPhone, a free app for its customers that allows them to watch live TV from within their home, c

Apple iPhone 4S vs. Samsung Galaxy S II: Which Is the Greatest? 1/21/2012

If you're new to the smartphone world, you may not know which way to go. Do you want an iPhone, which seems to be the "it" device that every

T-Mobile Says Next iPhone Might Support its 3G/4G Service... Maybe 1/14/2012

Earlier this week, a T-Mobile executive made a statement that implied that the next-generation iPhone is going to support the AWS frequency

Apple iPhone 5 to Support T-Mobile's AWS Spectrum 1/11/2012

With Verizon, AT&T and Sprint all selling the Apple iPhone, T-Mobile is the last of the four largest carriers in the U.S. to not run the han

iPhone 5 Could Have a Quad-Core Processor 1/6/2012

Buried deep in the latest beta of iOS 5.1 is code that strongly suggests Apple is getting ready to release smartphones and tablets with quad