AT&T-Vodafone hookup may revolutionize roaming
If the AT&T-Verizon takeover of Vodafone actually goes through, it might represent an earthquake in mobile roaming. AT&T’s (T) acquisition of Vodafone’s portfolio of carriers …
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T-Mobile hooking up unlocked iPhone subscribers with LTE this week
If you’re a T-Mobile subscriber who’s been accessing the carrier’s HSPA+ network with an unlocked iPhone 5, don’t worry about having to buy a whole …
Apple to begin producing next-generation iPhone this quarter
Apple (AAPL) plans to begin production of its next-generation iPhone sometime during the current quarter, according to a new report. The Wall Street Journal’s unnamed …
Samsung has Apple completely outgunned in advertising spending
Samsung (005930) will likely sell a lot of Galaxy S4s this year thanks in no small part to its gargantuan advertising budget that dwarfs the …
Verizon and AT&T could partner to acquire Vodafone [updated]
A new report claims that two unlikely partners may team up to acquire the world’s second-largest mobile carrier. According to the Financial Times, Verizon (VZ) …
More signs point to 2013 Apple ‘iWatch’ launch
A number of solid reports have suggested that Apple is developing a smartwatch as it searches for new revenue streams in the increasingly competitive mobile …
Google may launch an Android-based laptop this year
Since Google’s (GOOG) Chromebook initiative has so far failed to turn the PC market on its head, the company may be planning to shake things …
Samsung reportedly working on two giant new ‘Galaxy Mega’ smartphones
Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy Note phablet lineup is about to see some serious new competition… from Samsung. According to a report from SamMobile, which has a …
Google faces potential fines in Europe over its privacy policy
Six European Union data protection regulators are reportedly planning to launch “coordinated” simultaneous enforcement actions against Google (GOOG) due to its failure to change its …
New leak suggests Galaxy S 4 begins shipping in two weeks
The new king of Android smartphones is set to begin rolling out in just two weeks, according to a new leak. SamMobile has a solid …
AT&T to launch HTC One on April 19th starting at $199.99, preorders begin April 4th [updated]
AT&T (T) on Tuesday announced that it will launch the HTC One on April 19th and pricing will start at $199.99. The carrier will sell …
From critics to cheerleaders: Apple CEO’s apology instantly sways China’s state media
What a difference a day makes. After being forced to issue a public apology for Apple’s Maps debacle late last year, Apple (AAPL) CEO Tim …
‘Something secret’ in the works as Amazon hires former Windows Phone exec
It has been widely reported that Amazon (AMZN) may be working on a Kindle smartphone that is expected to debut later this year. Adding more …
AT&T bringing HD Voice to its LTE network this year
AT&T (T) is planning to follow in T-Mobile’s footsteps by deploying HD Voice technology over its LTE network by the end of the year. Per AllThingsD, AT&T …
HBO admits piracy is a ‘compliment’ that doesn’t hurt sales
While some companies are looking to end piracy across the entertainment industry, one major player doesn’t think it’s quite the crisis it’s often made out …
Nuance plans talking smartphone ads that deliver ‘Dear Abby’-style personal advice
What could be more annoying than overly intrusive mobile ads that take up excessive space on your display? How about intrusive mobile ads that are …
HTC offering free accessories and gift cards to win back consumers
The past year hasn’t been a pleasant one for Taiwanese handset maker HTC (2498), which despite producing critically acclaimed smartphones continues to struggle against the competition. …
HTC may debut Windows 8 tablet later this year
It has been over year since HTC (2498) has released a tablet, however a new report suggests the struggling company is preparing to take on …
$25 Raspberry Pi Model A now available in the U.S.
The cheaper model of the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s microcomputer is now available in the United States. The Raspberry Pi Model A is equipped with the …
AT&T to offer Kindle Fire HD 8.9 with 4G LTE on April 5th
AT&T (T) on Monday announced the availability of Amazon’s (AMZN) Kindle Fire HD 8.9 4G LTE tablet online and in stores later this week. AT&T …
Samsung will reportedly announce Galaxy S4 mini this week
Earlier rumors have suggested that Samsung (005930) is preparing to launch a smaller version of its Galaxy S4 smartphone called the Galaxy S4 mini that is expected to …
Windows 8 still used less than Vista despite slowly gaining traction in 2013
The latest numbers from Net Applications show that Microsoft’s (MSFT) Windows 8 operating system is slowly gaining traction. The company’s latest operating system is now …
The future of Windows Phone may be in the budget category
After some delays, Nokia’s (NOK) Lumia 520 and Lumia 620 budget models have debuted in key Asian markets and they have clearly eclipsed the supposed flagship …
HTC One preorders will reportedly begin April 5th on AT&T starting at $250
Customers eagerly awaiting the arrival of the HTC One in the United States may not have to wait much longer. According to a leaked document published …
‘Phablets’ called a ‘fad’ that will eventually succumb to iPhone-sized devices
If you think that having a large smartphone screen makes you more likely to consume more data, think again. According to a report from Flurry …
Leaked screenshots show how Facebook plans to take over Android home screens
We started hearing word last week that Facebook’s (FB) new “home” for Android will be preloaded software that will essentially let Facebook take over your …
Apple CEO apologizes to China amid fears that propaganda will hurt market share
Apple (AAPL) CEO Tim Cook has gotten used to apologizing recently. In addition to his formal apology to iPhone users over iOS Maps, Cook has …
Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Instant show how cable could die by a thousand cuts
Survey after survey shows that America’s major cable companies are among the least-liked businesses in the United States, but The Houston Chronicle’s Dwight Silverman sees hope …
HTC One Review
The HTC One (2498) smartphone comes at an important time. As good, thoughtful and purposeful as HTC’s products are, the company hasn’t been doing as …
Android’s market share lead over iOS explodes to eight points in the U.S.
Kantar is out with its smartphone market share numbers for three months ending in February and Android devices continue pulling away from iPhone in the …
