Verizon, T-Mobile concoct big LTE spectrum swap
Verizon and T-Mobile have agreed to swap some critical LTE spectrum licenses on the AWS band, although the deal’s completion depends on Verizon acquiring several …
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BlackBerry 10 device images and specs leak
N4BB has got its hands on a purported leaked document showing both pictures and specs of RIM’s first two smartphones based on its new BlackBerry 10 …
RIM’s going to be chopped into pieces, says Morgan Stanley
Struggling handset makers such as RIM and Nokia just can’t seem to catch a break. In RIM’s case, the company’s stock was downgraded to underweight …
Analysts whack Nokia sales estimates… again
Just what Nokia needed: another group of analysts slashing its revenue estimates! In this case, Bloomberg reports that Nomura analysts this morning sent out a research …
First Microsoft Surface tablets will be Wi-Fi-only
Bloomberg reports that the first generation of Microsoft’s Surface tablets will only support Wi-Fi connectivity to start, and won’t be able to connect with carriers’ proprietary 4G …
Samsung offers free moving truck for converted iPhone users
Samsung wants iPhone users to know that they don’t have to give up their data if they switch to a Samsung Galaxy device. The company …
DROID RAZR and DROID RAZR MAXX getting Ice Cream Sandwich
Verizon Wireless on Friday announced that both the Motorola DROID RAZR and the DROID RAZR MAXX have been cleared for an upgrade to Android 4.0 …
Facebook growth may be plateauing, comScore finds
Even though Facebook is a social networking juggernaut, it may be reaching the limits of its growth in the United States. Reuters notes that comScore’s …
Google accused of withholding evidence in antitrust probe
Google has apparently decided to mess with Texas. Per the Wall Street Journal, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has filed suit against Google in an …
Microsoft Surface battery life may not stack up to iPad
Gregg Keizer at Computer World has done a little detective work on the battery life of Microsoft’s Surface tablets and has found that it may …
No keyboard for first BlackBerry 10 phone
RIM’s physical keyboards have long been one of the best features of its BlackBerry devices, but apparently the company is going all-touchscreen with the first …
Microsoft wants another crack at making its own phones, says analyst
Microsoft’s first attempt at making its own mobile phones wasn’t exactly a success. In fact, it would be fair to say that the Microsoft KIN was …
Surface tablets will have ‘little impact’ this year, ABI says
Count ABI Research as a Surface skeptic. The research firm on Wednesday said that Windows-based tablets will have “little impact” on the tablet market this …
Microsoft Surface: Three keys for success
I was somewhat surprised to learn this week that Microsoft had developed a tablet that’s actually pretty cool. My expectations were admittedly low when I …
Meet paycardreader, the credit card-stealing Android app
Just in case anyone was starting to feel too comfortable paying for things with contactless credit cards, a German software developer has posted a new …
Majority of Americans not interested in Microsoft Surface tablets, survey finds
An unscientific survey suggests that Microsoft will have its work cut out trying to sell Surface to most Americans, MacTech reports. Keep in mind that the …
Microsoft OEM partners dish anonymously about hurt feelings
Et tu, Ballmer? Microsoft’s original equipment manufacturer partners are doing their very best renditions of Julius Caesar this week after Microsoft apparently blindsided them when it announced …
Windows Phone sales on the rise, T-Mobile says
At least one major U.S. carrier is reporting strong customer interest in Windows Phone devices, as T-Mobile says that the Nokia Lumia 710 has been …
Google Play’s Android app fire sale includes GTA III, NBA Jam, Mass Effect
Anyone looking to get some premium games on the cheap for their Android device should probably head over to the Google Play market today. Google …
Leaked ‘iPhone 5’ case designs show device that’s just 7.6 mm thick
Could the next-generation iPhone be both thinner and longer than previous models? The good folks over at Mobile Fun in the U.K. got their hands …
Microsoft Surface tablets to reportedly cost at least $600
Microsoft’s Windows RT Surface tablet is expected to have a price tag of at least $600, according to a report from DigiTimes. Citing unnamed sources, …
Less Google+ engagement actually a good thing, Google exec argues
When Spinal Tap’s manager was asked whether the band was less popular because it wasn’t selling out large venues any more, he replied that the …
Microsoft Windows Phone 8 will come equipped with “Wallet hub”
Microsoft on Wednesday announced that all Windows Phone 8 devices will come equipped with a near field communications-based wallet program that will let users add …
Sprint, T-Mobile expect delays with Samsung Galaxy S III launch
Samsung’s Galaxy S III is apparently such a hot ticket this summer that at least two mobile carriers are having trouble keeping up with demand. …
Mozilla designs Firefox ‘Junior’ for iPad
iPad fans disappointed with their browsing experience could soon have a Safari alternative from Mozilla. Mozilla has taken the wraps off a new version of …
Microsoft Surface tablet hands-on
Microsoft’s mystery event is finally over and considering the flurry of leaks that piled up ahead of this evening’s press conference, we can’t say were …
Live from Microsoft’s tablet event!
After saving things for the very last minute in an effort to keep today’s news under wraps, Microsoft is finally ready to get the show …
Hacked companies start hacking back
More companies are risking escalating retaliation with the hacker community by directly going after hackers who break into their systems, Reuters reports.The publication describes the new …
Barnes & Noble denies involvement with Microsoft tablet set to be unveiled today
Barnes & Noble has taken to personally debunking the rumor that it will be in any way involved in Microsoft’s mystery news today. Although speculation …
Samsung Galaxy S III now just $179.99 at Wirefly
Anyone willing to sign a two-year contract with Sprint can get a Samsung Galaxy S III from Wirefly for just $179.99. Wirelfly will ship the …
