Android Platform Makes Unofficial Debut

By Adama D. Brown | 1/14/2008

While dedicated hardware has yet to appear, some enthusiasts are already unofficially creating the first mobile devices running the new Android platform, by loading the Google-backed operating system onto existing Linux-based devices.

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Sony Unveils a New MID: the mylo 2

By Ed Hardy | 1/12/2008

Sony has taken the wraps off an updated version of its mylo mobile Internet device (MID). Like its predecessor, this can access the web and make Skype calls over Wi-Fi, and also includes some additional features, like a built-in camera.

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New Asus Eee PC, OQO 02 Demonstrated On Sprint WiMax Network

By Adama D. Brown | 1/8/2008

Manufacturers Asus and OQO yesterday demonstrated new versions of their Eee PC and Model 02 devices with built-in WiMAX, suitable for use on Sprint's "Xohm" network when it launches later this year.

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Nanotechnology May Boost Battery Capacity Ten Fold

By Adama D. Brown | 1/6/2008

A new way of building lithium-ion batteries discovered by researchers at Stanford may be able to increase mobile device battery life by an order of magnitude.

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Brighthand's Predictions for 2007; How Did We Do?

By Adama D. Brown | 1/4/2008

Now is the time when people traditionally make predictions for the coming year, but only the bravest look back and discuss how they scored on the previous year's predictions.

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The Missing Sync Now Available for iPhone

By Adama D. Brown | 1/4/2008

Popular cross-platform synchronization software The Missing Sync by Mark/Space is now available for users of the Apple iPhone. This application makes it easier for users of other smartphones to switch to the iPhone.

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Most Popular Smartphones and PDAs of December 2007

By Ed Hardy | 1/2/2008

Each month, Brighthand publishes a list of the handhelds and smartphones that readers have shown the most interest in during the preceding four weeks.

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Mobile Tech News -- Pink Palm Centro, Amazon's Bestselling Computer, Astraware Game Sale

By Ed Hardy | 1/2/2008

• A Pink Palm Centro May Be Coming to Sprint
• Nokia Internet Tablet Named One of Amazon's Best of 2007
• Astraware Kicks Off Annual Hogmanay Celebration with Discounts on Games

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New Rules on Carrying Spare Batteries on U.S. Flights

By Ed Hardy | 1/1/2008

The U.S. Department of Transportation has instituted new rules for carrying spare batteries on an airplane. Starting today, these must go in the traveler's carry-on baggage, not in their checked baggage.

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2007: iPhones and Handhelds and GPS, Oh My!

By Ed Hardy | 12/31/2007

As the year comes to a close, Brighthand's Editor-in-Chief talks about the three most important events or trends of 2007.

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Apple May Be Planning a Replacement for the Newton

By Ed Hardy | 12/28/2007

According to an unconfirmed report, Apple, Inc. is developing a mobile computer larger than an iPhone but smaller than laptop or Tablet PC. The rumors of its size and shape are drawing comparisons to Apple's Newton, the original PDA.

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Palm Lays Out Product Strategy: Palm OS for Consumers, Windows Mobile for Business

By Ed Hardy | 12/19/2007

Palm, Inc. currently offers smartphones running two operating systems: Palm OS and Windows Mobile. In a conference call yesterday, the company's CEO revealed how his company will use these.

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