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SmartPhone Articles for February of 2013

Below are the 94 SmartPhone articles for February of 2013

1. 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

2. Apple Now the Top U.S. Phone Maker 2/1/2013

A big jump in Q4 sales pushed Apple to the top of the U.S. phone market for the first time ever.

3. Knights of Pen & Paper Review: The Pen is Mightier than the Sword! 2/1/2013

Paying adamant fan-fare to countless RPG tropes and mechanics, Knights of Pen & Paper offers an experience that exudes respect and love for

4. Verizon Announces Prepaid Plans for 3G Smartphones 2/1/2013

Verizon offers new prepaid plan starting today for users with 3G smartphones. In an attempt to offer a more budget-friendly plan, Verizon is

5. HTC M7 Could Be Coming to All Top U.S. Telecoms 2/1/2013

Release information on HTC's next flagship smartphone is starting to come to light. It's all still unconfirmed, but it seems most U.S. consu

6. LTE Subscribers to Hit 200 Million Mark in 2013 2/2/2013

Despite hitting the market just three years ago, Long Term Evolution (LTE) is expected to reach 200 million subscribers this year, doubling

7. 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

8. Why Americans Have to Wait Until March for the BlackBerry Z10 2/4/2013

The BlackBerry Z10 launched a few days ago, but not in the U.S. -- people in this country will have to wait until March to get it. But this

9. 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

10. BlackBerry Z10 Off to a 'Strong Start' in UK 2/4/2013

Early sales of the BlackBerry Z10 in the UK are off to a "strong start," according to one Jeffries analyst, who claims that some stores have

11. TG BLOG: Nvidia Project Shield: Different. Daring. Dead on Arrival. 2/5/2013

TechnologyGuide: Nvidia is reaching for the stars with its Project Shield handheld. It is an Android gaming-oriented handheld device. Will

12. BlackBerry 10 Android Runtime To be Upgraded to Android 4.1 2/5/2013

The BlackBerry 10 Android emulator, which previously ran at version 2.3.3 of the OS, will eventually be updated to version 4.1, aka Jelly Be

13. Skulls of the Shogun for Windows Phone Review 2/5/2013

Skulls of the Shogun isn't just hilarious and a visual treat, it's a strategy game that perfectly balances depth and accessibility.

14. Documents.Me App Review: Connecting the Clouds 2/5/2013

TabletPCReview covers an app for iOS that pulls together docs from cloud services, email, and computers into a single space.

15. T-Mobile's First LTE Smartphones Might Launch March 27 2/5/2013

Information leaking out of T-Mobile indicates that this telecom is going to introduce its first round of smartphones with 4G LTE near the en

16. Samsung Galaxy S III mini Heading to T-Mobile with a New Name 2/5/2013

A more affordable option to the popular Samsung Galaxy S III is supposedly on its way to T-Mobile... with a new name. The Galaxy S III mini

17. iTunes Has Sold 25 Billion Songs 2/6/2013

Apple today announced that more than 25 billion songs have been bought and downloaded from the iTunes Store since it debuted in April 2003.

18. Samsung and Amazon Overtake Apple in Customer Loyalty 2/6/2013

The results of Brand Keys' annual Consumer Loyalty Engagement Index (CLEI) are in, and it would appear that Apple fans aren't as faithful to

19. No Windows Phone 7.8 Upgrade for T-Mobile's Nokia Lumia 710 2/6/2013

Although Nokia has been working to get the Windows Phone 7.8 upgrade onto as many of its devices as possible, there's one model that won't b

20. BlackBerry Q10 Release Still 3-4 Months Away 2/6/2013

As part of launching its new operating system, BlackBerry has put most of its efforts into the touch-only BlackBerry Z10 smartphone. The ver

21. Nokia Lumia EOS Windows Phone with 41-Megapixel Pureview Sensor Coming in Summer 2/6/2013

Sources close to Nokia are claiming that the company's 41 megapixel Pureview sensor, previously found on the 808, will be coming to the U.S.

22. Samsung Galaxy S IV Rumored To Be Unveiled on March 15 2/6/2013

New information suggests that Samsung may unveil its next flagship smartphone in a few weeks, after MWC (Mobile World Congress event). Accor

23. Nokia Flame Windows Phone Could Be Headed for T-Mobile 2/7/2013

Rumors of the Nokia Flame have been around for months, and it seems this smartphone is finally about to see the light of day. Despite its co

24. 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

25. T-Mobile Might Be the First U.S. Telecom to Offer the BlackBerry Z10 2/7/2013

T-Mobile says its tests of the BlackBerry Z10 are going well -- so well that this carrier might be the first in the U.S. to offer the smartp

26. 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

27. BlackBerry Z10 Review: A Much-Needed Reboot 2/8/2013

The BlackBerry Z10 kicks off the new generation of BlackBerry 10 OS smartphones. Has it been worth the wait?

28. BlackBerry and Windows Phone Gaining Second Winds 2/9/2013

Just as the smartphone market was looking like a two-horse race, Windows Phone and BlackBerry have gotten second winds and are making the ma

29. Apple iPhone 5S Images Leak Out. Maybe 2/11/2013

Pictures that supposedly show un-assembled components of the upcoming iPhone 5S have appeared on the Web. These depict a device that appears

30. 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

31. 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.

32. HTC M7 Rumored to Debut as HTC One 2/11/2013

According to recent information leaks, the HTC M7 is expected to debut as the HTC One. A new image has also leaked out, giving the world its

33. 10 Fun St. Valentine's Day Apps for iPhone and Android 2/12/2013

Thanks to apps for iOS and Android, Valentine's Day is more fun these days. Find out about these apps from TabletPCReview.

34. iOS 6.1.1 Introduced Specifically for the iPhone 4S 2/12/2013

Apple has put out a patch for iOS 6.1 that's just for the iPhone 4S. It's intended to fix a problem with cellular-wireless networking on thi

35. LG Optimus G Pro Will Sport a 5.5-Inch Display 2/12/2013

LG has started to let the world in on some of the details on the Optimus G Pro, although a full set of specs probably won't be revealed unti

36. Comcast Releases Constant Guard Mobile Security App for iOS 2/13/2013

Comcast has released a new security application for iOS to help Xfinity customers prevent online threats. Dubbed Constant Guard Mobile, the

37. HTC Teases With Early Video of the HTC M7 2/13/2013

The official announcement of the HTC M7 is less than a week away, and HTC is started giving brief -- very brief -- glimpses of its next flag

38. 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

39. Google Finally Releasing Nexus 4 Wireless Charger, To Ship On Feb. 16 2/13/2013

After showing off a wireless charging orb at the unveiling of the Nexus 4 back in October, Google has finally released the highly anticipate

40. Significant Security Flaw Found in BlackBerry Enterprise Server 2/13/2013

BlackBerry has warned its enterprise users that it has found a serious problem with BlackBerry Enterprise Server, and a patch needs to be ap

41. Say Hello to the New TechnologyGuide! 2/13/2013

Looking for one resource to answer all your tech questions? You're not alone. TechnologyGuide is a website for consumer and business technol

42. iOS 6.1 Security Flaw Can Bypass iPhone Lockscreen 2/14/2013

iOS 6.1 launched only a few weeks ago, but users have already found a security exploit that lets anyone bypass the iPhone lockscreen. Get mo

43. 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

44. Apple iOS 6.1 Exchange 2010 Bug Hits Transaction Logs Hard 2/14/2013

Admins await an Apple fix to an iOS 6.1 Exchange bug that zaps server resources and knocks out mobile email access. Get more info from our s

45. Infinity Blade for iOS Is Free for a Limited Time 2/14/2013

The popular game Infinity Blade is currently available for free in the Apple App Store. But don't wait, this deal is available for a limite

46. Essential Apps for Rooted Android Phones and Tablets 2/14/2013

When you "root" an Android smartphone or tablet, you can customize it as you like. Here are six great Android apps that take advantage of ro

47. 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

48. Android and iPhone on Over 90% of All Smartphones 2/15/2013

It's obvious that a large majority of smartphones run either Google Android or Apple iOS, but their share of the world market is still growi

49. Apple Must Release a 5-Inch iPhone 2/15/2013

In this editorial, Brighthand's Site Editor argues that it's critical for Apple to introduce a version of the iPhone with a 5-inch screen.

50. A&E Gives iPhone Users Access to Full-Length Episodes for Free 2/16/2013

A&E has updated its iOS apps to bring full-length episodes and movies to iPhone and iPod touch at no charge, allowing fans of shows like "St

51. MAUZ Will Transform an iPhone into a Wireless Mouse 2/17/2013

Ever wanted to control a computer, smart TV or media center via a smartphone? Well that's what Spicebox is doing with MAUZ, an iPhone adapte

52. LG Optimus G Pro Will Debut in the U.S. Next Quarter 2/18/2013

LG's new flagship smartphone is going to launch first in S. Korea, but the Optimus G Pro will bring its 5.5-inch display to the rest of the

53. Apple iOS 6.1.2 Expected this Week to Fix Serious Bugs 2/18/2013

Two significant bugs have turned up in iOS 6.1, and Apple is reportedly rushing out an update to fix them.

54. Job Postings Confirm Windows Phone Blue in the Works 2/18/2013

Job postings referring to "Windows Blue" and "Windows Phone Blue" have been spotting, providing scant details about the next major wave of u

55. Newest Jabra Motion Bluetooth Headsets Unveiled 2/19/2013

Jabra today announced its newest Bluetooth headsets, the Jabra Motion series, which were made to make multitasking easier for the employee o

56. Processor from MIT Means Smartphones May Soon Take Proffessional Pictures 2/19/2013

A team from MIT's Microsystems Technology Laboratory has created a chip that quickly and easily fixes common mistakes of smartphone images.

57. Sprint 4G LTE Coming Soon to New York, San Francisco, Florida 2/19/2013

It won't be long before Sprint's new high-speed data service is available in New York City, San Francisco, and other locations in the U.S.

58. HTC One To Sport an 'Ultrapixel' Camera, Redesigned Homescreen 2/19/2013

HTC has taken the wraps off its next flagship smartphone, the HTC One. Among its many cutting-edge features are a large high-res screen and

59. 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.

60. 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

61. HTC One Hands-On Preview 2/19/2013

Is the HTC One in fact the "greatest smartphone ever"? We spent some hands-on time with it in New York to find out for ourselves.

62. T-Mobile Introduces GoSmart Mobile Brand with No-Contract Wireless Service 2/19/2013

GoSmart Mobile is a new brand being offered by T-Mobile. It offers a range of wireless service plans with requiring service contracts.

63. Samsung Galaxy Camera Wi-Fi Will Offer a Cheaper Option for Those Wanting an Android-Based Camera 2/20/2013

Last year, both AT&T and Verizon brought out the Samsung Galaxy Camera, a point-and-shoot that runs Google Android. A version of this device

64. Nokia Music+ Now Available in U.S. 2/20/2013

The paid version of Nokia's music streaming service, Nokia Music+, is now available in the United States. It debuted in the U.K. a few days

65. 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

66. Sony Xperia Z Review: Multimedia Powerhouse 2/20/2013

Sony is back in the cutting-edge smartphone business with the Xperia Z. Its 5-inch screen has an amazing resolution, and it just might be th

67. T-Mobile Google Nexus 4 Still Available for $150 2/20/2013

T-Mobile subscribers who want a low up-front payment for the Google Nexus 4 can find this high-end smartphone for $50 below its usual with-c

68. Giving Your Game Away Can Lead to Big Profits 2/21/2013

It sounds counter-intuitive, but free games can generate more profits than for-pay ones. Infinity Blade proved this in the last week. Get al

69. 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

70. J.D. Power Says You'll Be Happier with a 4G Phone, But It Will Cost You 2/21/2013

As mobile phone technology rapidly increases, it can be difficult for consumers to determine whether or not and when they should upgrade the

71. 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

72. 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.

73. Apple Releasing iOS 6.1.3 to Fix iPhone Lockscreen Bug 2/22/2013

Users frustrated by a security flaw in Apple's iOS 6.1 may soon find relief as reports are saying that Apple has released a beta version of

74. LG Can't Wait for MWC, Unveils Optimus F7, Optimus F5 2/22/2013

The giant MWC tradeshow starts in just a few days, but companies have already started to announce new smartphones. The latest of these is LG

75. 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.

76. MWC 2013: Android vs. Windows Phone, Firefox, Ubuntu, Tizen, Sailfish 2/22/2013

Android will be sharing some of the limelight in Barcelona with a range of mobile device platforms.

77. 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

78. Apple iPhones Vastly More Reliable Than Samsung, Nokia or Motorola Phones 2/23/2013

Apple's iPhones are roughly three times more reliable than Samsung's line of Galaxy phones, five times more reliable than Nokia Lumia phones

79. 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

80. LG Acquires webOS, But It Won't Be Used on Smartphones 2/25/2013

webOS isn't dead just yet. LG is reportedly taking the troubled mobile operating system off of HP's hands. TechnologyGuide has more details.

81. MWC 2013: Nokia News Blast: Lumia 720, 520, 521 and More 2/25/2013

Nokia had plenty to say at the start of MWC 2013 in Barcelona this week, with most of its new device announcements targeted at the mid to lo

82. Samsung Galaxy S IV Will Be Unveiled on March 14 2/25/2013

The wait for the Samsung Galaxy S IV is almost over. This cutting-edge smartphone is going to be announced on March 14.

83. MWC2013: ZTE Grand Memo 5.7-inch Smartphone Revealed 2/25/2013

ZTE reveals its new 5.7-inch handset the Grand Memo. The new handset will look to mix portability and performance with its powerful Qualcomm

84. MWC2013: Asus PadFone Infinity Bringing High-End Specs to this Smartphone/Tablet Combo 2/25/2013

With the PadFone series, Asus offers something different: a phone that can be docked with a large screen to convert it into a tablet. A new

85. MWC2013: Mozilla Announces Firefox OS Partnerships with LG, Huawei, and Sony 2/26/2013

The new Mozilla Firefox OS is picking up steam with major manufacturers LG, Huawei, and Sony all on board to offer Firefox handsets within t

86. MWC 2013: Asus PadFone Infinity Hands-On Preview 2/26/2013

Here at MWC, Asus announced the third iteration of its unique smartphone/tablet dock pairing, the PadFone Infinity, and we got some hands-on

87. MWC2013: Nokia Lumia 520 Hands-On Preview 2/26/2013

Nokia announced just a handful of entry-level Windows Phones at the MWC tradeshow. One of these is the Lumia 520. Read our first impressions

88. MWC2013: Nokia Lumia 720 Hands-On Preview 2/26/2013

The Lumia 720 was one of the Windows Phone 8 models Nokia unveiled at MWC. We got some hands-on time with this device, and came away pleased

89. MWC 2013: LG Optimus G Pro Hands-On Preview 2/27/2013

LG's new flagship phone, the Optimus G Pro, was available for us to play with at MWC, so we took it for a spin. Here's what we thought.

90. Samsung Unveils Wallet App for Android 2/27/2013

Samsung has unveiled Wallet, a new app for Android devices that can store a user?s tickets, coupons, membership cards, and boarding passes i

91. Acer Reveals Interest in Future Phablets 2/27/2013

Acer at Mobile World Congress hints at the possibility of entering the phablet and RT tablet markets in the near future. According to recent

92. Photoshop Touch Not Just for Tablets, Now Available for iPhone and Android Phones 2/27/2013

Adobe is now offering its Adobe Photoshop Touch app for smartphones. This offers powerful Photoshop features with touch-based gestures, and

93. 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

94. Pandora Ends Unlimited Free Music Streaming for Mobile Users 2/28/2013

Free unlimited music streaming is no longer available for Pandora's mobile users.