AT&T drops unlimited SMS requirement for messaging phones
AT&T has dropped its requirement that all customers purchasing “quick messaging devices” — or QMDs for short – subscribe to an unlimited texting plan. According …
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iPhone, iPod touch, Android phones to hurt Nintendo 3DS sales
In our recent review of the Nintendo 3DS portable gaming console, we noted that the iPhone and iPod touch could be a big threat to …
BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 handled on camera [video]
Following BGR’s exclusive scoop in January and our exclusive hands-on earlier this month, the BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 (Montana) has been handled on video for …
Zenonia 2 for Android available free from Amazon Appstore today
Today the popular role-playing game, Zenonia 2 is available for free on the newly launched Amazon Appstore. Zenonia 2 has been a staple on our …
Apple to begin production of iPhone 5 in September, claims analyst
Blog Business Insider has filed a report that states Apple will begin production of its next generation iPhone — oft referred to as the iPhone 5 — …
T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless to intro new unlimited plans
According to leaked internal documents, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless may soon offer new unlimited voice/text/web plans. One image, obtained by TmoNews, suggests that T-Mobile will …
Verizon Wireless HTC DROID Incredible 2 to offer global roaming
The information floodgates on Verizon Wireless’ upcoming HTC DROID Incredible 2 have been lifted. Last week several leaked images of the phone surfaced, and on Monday …
Samsung's Galaxy S II hits UK on May 1st, 1.2GHz processor in tow
Good news for those of you reading this from across the pond. Samsung has let it be known that its new flagship handset, the Galaxy …
AT&T's Motorola ATRIX 4G just $49.99 from Amazon
No, this isn’t April Fools. AmazonWireless is selling AT&T’s Motorola ATRIX 4G for $49.99 with a new two-year AT&T contract. That’s $150 less than AT&T’s …
Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo launch delayed; Xperia PLAY and arc volumes affected by Japan quake
Sony Ericsson released a statement on Friday delaying the broader launch of the Xperia Neo until the third quarter due to supply chain disruptions caused …
Sprint Samsung Replenish 'green' Android phone in the works
Android enthusiast blog Android Central has revealed that the rumored Samsung Replenish will soon launch from Sprint. Details on the Replenish are still slim, but …
Verizon Wireless DROID Incredible 2 shots leak
We had little doubt that Verizon Wireless had plans to launch the Incredible S — announced in February during MWC — as the DROID Incredible …
Harbor Master updated with Game Center support, rewind option
Imangi Studios’ popular Harbor Master game for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad has been updated with a couple of noteworthy features. Harbor Master version …
Moody's cuts Nokia credit rating, points to 'weakened market position'
Following a rating review initiated on January 28th, Moody’s on Thursday lowered Nokia’s senior debt rating from A2 to A3 and cut its short-term debt …
AT&T to retire Video Share service later this year
AT&T has confirmed to BGR that it will retire its Video Share service later this year. AT&T was the first to offer the option on …
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 now $4.99 in honor of Masters
If you’re throwing your chips at the TV wondering why Tiger can’t break into the top five during this year’s Master’s Tournament, then pick up …
Leaked BlackBerry Orlando adds a touchscreen to the Curve form factor
RIM is currently prepping two new non-touchscreen additions to its Curve line this year, codenamed the Apollo (GSM) and Sedona (CDMA). On top of that, …
Clorox ditches BlackBerry for iPhone, other smartphones
Citing a growing number of employees who weren’t happy with the IT team or their aging company-issued gear, Clorox’s CIO Ralph Loura decided to move …
Full specs for the BlackBerry Bold Touch leak
We brought you the first hands-on with the BlackBerry Bold Touch yesterday, and now the devices’s full specs have reportedly been leaked. BGR exclusively revealed …
Verizon Wireless to eliminate one-year contract option on April 17th
Verizon Wireless has confirmed to BGR that it will eliminate the option to sign on for a 1-year contract beginning on April 17th. “The reason …
Nokia: Symbian is no longer open source
Nokia recently said that its Symbian operating system is no longer open source. The Finnish firm is continuing to provide source code to Japanese OEMs …
BlackBerry Torch 2 hands-on!
We’re not done, folks! In addition to getting some hands-on time with the BlackBerry Touch (Monaco / Monza) and the BlackBerry Bold Touch, we’re back …
Verizon Wireless iPad 2 users report 3G connection troubles
Does Verizon Wireless’ iPad 2 have a connection problem? Some users on Apple’s discussion forums seem to think so. One user named “nixxon 2000” started …
Alltel adds LG Axis, Samsung Gem, HTC Merge, Motorola Milestone X to Android lineup
Alltel on Thursday announced four new Android smartphones, including the LG Axis (free), Samsung Gem ($89.99), HTC Merge ($124.99), and Motorola Milestone X. The LG …
Samsung says Galaxy S II not delayed, will launch this month
Samsung has confirmed via an official Twitter account that the Galaxy S II, its upcoming flagship Android smartphone, will launch as planned in April. There …
ESPN outs WatchESPN app for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
ESPN has announced that its new WatchESPN application is now available for iOS devices including the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. The free app provides …
WebOS 3.0 for HP TouchPad spied in leaked screenshots
WebOS enthusiast blog PreCentral.net on Thursday published a series of screenshots from HP’s upcoming webOS 3.0 operating system for the TouchPad tablet. The images were pulled …
Atari’s ‘Greatest Hits’ delivers arcade experience on iOS devices
Stop dusting off your old Atari 2600 and get to the iTunes App Store, stat. Atari Interactive on Thursday announced the release of its Greatest Hits …
Angry Birds Rio flies to webOS devices
HP announced today that the latest installation in the Angry Birds franchise, Angry Birds Rio, is now available for download from the webOS App Catalog. …
T-Mobile Sidekick 4G landing April 20th for $99.99
T-Mobile USA has confirmed with BGR that the Sidekick 4G will be available to customers on April 20th for $99.99 with a new two-year contract …
