iOS and Android device adoption rate said to be fastest in history
According to analytics firm Flurry, the adoption rate of iOS and Android devices has now surpassed all other consumer technologies in history. Smartphones and tablets …
Dan joins the BGR team as the Android Editor, covering all things relating to Google’s premiere operating system. His work has appeared on Fox News, Fox Business and Yahoo News, among other publications. When he isn’t testing the latest devices or apps, he can be found enjoying the sights and sounds of New York City.
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Apple is looking to ban eight Samsung smartphones in the U.S.
Following the court’s ruling that Samsung (005930) infringed upon Apple’s (AAPL) patents, the Cupertino-based company has now requested a preliminary injunction against eight Samsung smartphones in the United …
Production of 13-inch Retina displays now underway for smaller MacBook Pro
Apple’s (AAPL) supply partners have reportedly begun production on Retina displays for its 13.3-inch MacBook Pro, according to NPD DisplaySearch analyst Richard Shim. “The supply …
Lenovo surpasses Apple in China smartphone market
Lenovo (0992) had an explosive second quarter. The smartphone newcomer managed to jump from seventh place in the first quarter to second place in China’s …
PC shipments slow in Q2, Windows 8 not expected to help
PC vendors will continue to struggle as worldwide shipments are expected to grow just 0.9% in 2012, according to IDC. The research firm estimates that companies …
Samsung and Amazon may team up for Galaxy Stellar on Verizon
A mystery device known as the Samsung (005930) Galaxy Stellar will reportedly launch on Verizon Wireless (VZ) for $99.99 with a new two-year agreement, according …
Windows 8 sends Microsoft information about every program you install [updated]
Even though it won’t be released for another month and a half, Microsoft’s (MSFT) upcoming Windows 8 operating system has already found itself at the center …
Shared data plans may not be so bad: Average smartphone owners use less than 2GB of data
There has been a lot of fuss going around about Verizon (VZ) and AT&T’s (T) new shared data plans. While the nation’s two largest carriers …
Samsung gushes over Galaxy S III design [video]
Samsung (005930) loves to talk about its latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S III. The South Korean manufacturer previously revealed how the device was developed with Apple-like secrecy, and now it’s gushing …
Verizon to give Windows Phone a second chance later this year
Verizon Wireless (VZ) will reportedly offer a new Nokia (NOK) smartphone on the upcoming Windows Phone 8 platform later this year. Bloomberg reports that …
iPad demand to push tablet shipments past 100 million units in 2012
Between April and June, tablet vendors shipped nearly 25 million units and are on track to exceed 100 million units in 2012, according to ABI …
Ready to unlock the bootloader on an older Motorola device? Not so fast
Consumers waited over a year for Motorola to finally ease up on its controversial bootloader policy. While its smartphones continued to sell well, a small …
Nokia to unveil two Windows Phone 8 phones on September 5th
During its press event on September 5th, Nokia (NOK) will reportedly announce two new Windows Phone 8 devices, according to anonymous sources speaking with The Verge. The two …
Nokia, Samsung and others team up to tackle indoor location-based services
Nokia (NOK) on Thursday announced “In-Location,” a task force made up of 22 companies across different industries that looks to improve indoor location-based services and …
J.D. Power: Verizon’s network ranked highest in 43 states, above average in rest
J.D. Power and Associates on Thursday announced the results from its latest network quality study, and once again Verizon Wireless ranked higher than any other …
FCC approves Verizon’s cable spectrum purchase
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday officially approved Verizon Wireless’ $39 billion deal to acquire AWS spectrum licenses from a consortium of cable companies. The Commission also signed …
Facebook app for the iPhone and iPad gets major overhaul
Facebook (FB) on Thursday announced that it rebuilt its iPhone and iPad app from the ground up for a faster and more enjoyable user experience. …
Apple’s first OS X Mountain Lion update is now available for download
Apple (AAPL) on Thursday rolled out its first software update for OS X Mountain Lion, OS X 10.8.1. The update includes general bug fixes and resolves previous issues …
Verizon to launch Optimus Vu as the LG Intuition, $199.99 on contract
Earlier this month, LG (06657011) announced that its smartphone-tablet hybrid, the Optimus Vu, would be arriving in the U.S at the end of September. According to Droid-Life, …
Nikon announces the Coolpix S800c, Android users finally get a good camera
Nikon (NINOY) on Wednesday officially announced the Coolpix S800c, the company’s first Android powered camera. The 16-megapixel shooter supports a 10x optical 25-250mm zoom lens and is capable …
HTC to reportedly slash prices and dump Beats Audio from most phone models [updated]
After the launch of the company’s One series failed to generate the level of consumer interest the company was looking for, HTC (2498) plans to significantly …
U.S. government seizes three popular Android piracy sites
The Department of Justice on Wednesday announced that in connection with Dutch and French law enforcement agencies, it has seized three of the most popular …
Almost half of U.S. consumers think 4G LTE is unnecessary
There is no question that 4G LTE is the future of mobile data. Among the four major U.S. carriers, Verizon (VZ) and AT&T’s (T) 4G …
HP posts $8.9 billion Q3 loss, lowers full-year guidance
Hewlett-Packard (HPQ) on Wednesday reported its third-quarter earnings, falling somewhat in line with Wall Street’s expectations. Analysts expected the computer giant to report revenue of $30.1 billion and …
Google Play gift cards now available at RadioShack, Target and GameStop
Google (GOOG) on Tuesday officially announced gift cards for its Play Store. “Google Play gift cards are perfect for any occasion,” the company wrote on …
Sprint rumored to launch LG superphone in Q4
According to a report from Asia Today, LG (066570) is preparing to launch a high-end smartphone that will rival the Galaxy S III. The handset, supposedly …
Google’s public policy director ironically suggests it’s time to ditch software patents
Only a few days after Google filed a complaint with the International Trade Commission against Apple (AAPL), the company’s public policy director Pablo Chavez suggested …
iPhone 4 and 4S sales expected to stay hot in Q3 despite iPhone 5 launch
Even though Apple’s (AAPL) highly anticipated next-generation iPhone is on the horizon, the company’s iPhone 4 and 4S are still expected to sell exceptionally well through …
New Nexus devices reportedly launching this year from Samsung, LG and Sony
Google (GOOG) and three of its Android partners are preparing to launch new Nexus smartphones later this year, according to a report from Japanese website …
Yahoo’s new CEO, ex-Googler Marissa Mayer, wants to give every employee an iPhone
Despite the fact that she worked at Google (GOOG) for the past 13 years, Yahoo’s new CEO Marissa Mayer wants all her employee to use …
