T-Mobile readying truly unlimited data plan?
According to a tip received by TmoNews, the nation’s fourth largest carrier — T-Mobile — is readying a new, unlimited data-plan for launch later this …
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FCC calls for Verizon probe into thousands of dropped 9-1-1 calls
In a letter sent last Thursday to the nation’s top wireless carrier, the Federal Communications Commission is calling for an investigation into thousands of dropped emergency calls placed …
HP reports Q1 2011 earnings, lowers full-year guidance
Hewlett-Packard on Tuesday reported its earnings for the first quarter of the company’s 2011 fiscal year, which ended on January 31st. Revenue missed Wall Street’s …
Motorola: XOOM to have ‘unlockable/relockable bootloader’
Motorola definitely hasn’t won over the hearts and minds of the most hardcore Android tinkerers — thanks in large part to the company’s locked-down hardware …
NPD: Apple computer sales up 20% in January, iPod sales down 10%
Apple watcher Gene Munster of Piper Jaffray on Tuesday revealed NPD Group data showing estimated Apple computer shipments in the U.S. for the first month …
AT&T’s services, products being pulled from third-party retailers
It looks like AT&T is aiming to recapitalize on revenues generated from handset sales. Several third-party wireless resellers — including Wirefly — have reported that beginning this …
Apple to roll out retail-based ‘Joint Venture’ service in coming weeks
There has been quite a bit of noise recently about a quarterly, morning meeting for Apple retail employees scheduled for this Sunday, February 27th. Apple …
Microsoft makes Windows 7 Service Pack 1 available to public
Looking to make your Windows 7 rig even better? Love service packs? You’re in luck! Today, Microsoft made Service Pack 1 for its Windows 7 …
Apple to announce iPad 2 on March 2nd, WSJ reports
Apple will announce its next-generation iPad tablet at a special media event on March 2nd, The Wall Street Journal reports. The report, found on The …
HP TouchPad to launch in April, report claims
Hewlett-Packard’s first webOS-powered tablet will launch this April, a new report claims. Industry watcher DigiTimes cites sources from within HP’s component suppliers in stating that …
Reuters’ source refutes delay of Apple’s iPad 2, iPhone 5 [updated]
Thanks to reports filed by two financial analysts, the Internet has been abuzz with rumors and speculation about an alleged delay to Apple’s two flagship …
Purported Steve Jobs email suggests Netflix, others safe from Apple’s subscription rules
Could all the recent hoopla stirred up by Apple’s decision to enforce its existing App Store subscription policies be much ado about nothing? Earlier this …
Amazon adds unlimited streaming videos to Prime membership benefits
If you find yourself frequently purchasing from online retailer Amazon, you probably have been pitched to sign-up for the company’s Prime service before. For a $79 annual …
Verizon Wireless to launch Motorola XOOM on February 24th; $599.99 on contract
Verizon Wireless on Tuesday confirmed its plans to launch Motorola’s highly anticipated Honeycomb tablet on Thursday, February 24th. The carrier also confirmed pricing for the …
iPhone 5, iPad 2 delayed according to rumors
According to two independent notes issued on Tuesday, both of Apple’s flagship iOS products for 2011 may be delayed. First, FBR Capital Markets analyst Craig Berger …
Happy Motorola ATRIX 4G Day!
Those of you clinging on to AT&T, waiting for a serious Android handset, rejoice. Today, February 22nd, is the day that you can officially purchase yourself a …
Apple iPad 2 video review emerges (not really)
As we can plainly see in this iPad 2 video review, Apple’s second-generation iPad tablet truly is magical. Though previous rumors suggested the iPad 2 …
Verizon Wireless updates V CAST music service for Android
Verizon Wireless on Monday announced a revamped version of its V CAST Music app for Android smartphones. The carrier’s new V CAST Music app combines …
BlackBerry Dakota / Montana (Bold Touch) images surface
Since RIM first began dabbling with the now ubiquitous touchscreen, BlackBerry users have been clamoring for a smartphone with a candy bar form factor that …
Sony readying dual-display Android tablet, sliding Windows 7 VAIO tablet for Q4
An unconfirmed report on Monday suggests that Sony is working on two unannounced tablets slated for release later this year. Struggling electronics giant Sony has …
Verizon iPhone isn’t bringing new users to iOS, developer speculates
According to the founder of Instapaper, a popular Web and mobile service that allows users to read website content offline, the introduction of Verizon Wireless’ …
Sprint to announce new phone on Thursday, likely the HTC 7 Pro
Sprint revealed on Monday its plans to unveil a new device later this week. In a post to its official Twitter account, Sprint said its …
New MacBook Pro models imminent; we’ve got some new details
We have been told by one our Apple sources that the new MacBook Pro laptops will be available for sale in the next two weeks, …
AT&T’s HTC Inspire 4G isn’t even fully compatible with fake 4G
Despite AT&T’s decision to slap “4G” right in the name, the new HTC Inspire 4G smartphone doesn’t even feature full compatibility with the “4G” HSPA+ …
Inventory shortages, price cuts point to imminent iPad 2 launch
As we’re seeing now with Apple’s current MacBook Pro line, delayed shipping dates and sell-outs are often good indicators of an imminent product refresh. Discounts …
Microsoft releases its first Windows Phone 7 update (no copy/paste support)
Microsoft on Monday announced that its first software update for the Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system is now available. Unfortunately, this is not the …
Yobongo for iPhone hands-on
Yobongo, if you haven’t heard, is a new iPhone app that meshes location-aware messaging with a chatroom-like environment, and it’s kind of amazing. By using …
HTC ThunderBolt priced at $249.99 and $299.99 in Best Buy flyers
In a forthcoming Best Buy mobile buying guide for the month of March, the popular nationwide retailer has revealed the price of Verizon Wireless’ upcoming …
BlackBerry Monaco (Storm 3) caught on video
Last month, BGR exclusively reported preliminary details surrounding an upcoming smartphone from Research In Motion codenamed the BlackBerry Monaco. Due for launch from Verizon Wireless in …
Refreshed MacBook Pro models likely due this week
In line with rumors that first surfaced weeks ago, it looks as though Apple is preparing to refresh its MacBook Pro notebook computer line later …
