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Apple Accepts PhoneGap For iPhone Development

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:11:00 EST

Cross-platform mobile development is getting easier, thanks to frameworks that leverage Web technology.

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Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:11:00 EST

Sprint Gets Nod To Buy iPCS

Marin Perez — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:11:00 EST

Federal and state approval of the $831 million deal removes all but one hurdle toward finalizing the acquisition.

FCC Chair Wants More Broadband

W. David Gardner — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:42:00 EST

A 10% increase in broadband availability means a 1.2 to 1.5 point increase in GDP, Federal Communications Commission Chair Julius Genachowski says.

Amazon Boosts Kindle Features

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:28:00 EST

The market-leading e-book reader is getting PDF support and longer battery life.

Chip Market Decline Less Than Expected

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:50:00 EST

Semiconductor revenue plunged more than $32 billion this year, but iSuppli said it could have been much worse.

Qualcomm Antitrust Case Dropped

W. David Gardner — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:44:00 EST

The European Commission has withdrawn its regulatory proceeding against the mobile equipment maker.

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Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:44:00 EST

PC Shipments Up, Revenue Down In 2009

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:01:00 EST

Gartner had predicted a 2% decline in PC shipments, but instead reports a 2.8% increase from 2008.

Apple Defends App Store Approval Process

Marin Perez — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:22:00 EST

The company said its App Store approval process makes sure Apple's platform has high-quality products.

Jailbroken iPhones Vulnerable To 'Duh' Worm

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:47:00 EST

Cybersecurity companies are warning that new malware can turn modified iPhones and iPods into zombies.

AT&T, LG Launch 3G Netbook

Marin Perez — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:35:00 EST

The subsidized netbook will be powered by Windows XP and requires a $60 monthly data plan from AT&T.

Verizon Nabs Omnia II Smartphone

Marin Perez — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:50:00 EST

Samsung's Omnia II is powered by Windows Mobile 6.5; it packs a large touchscreen, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth, and corporate mail and calendar features.

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Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:50:00 EST

Ciena Wins Nortel Units

W. David Gardner — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:45:00 EST

Nokia Siemens Networks was outbid by Ciena's $769 million offer for Nortel's Optical Networking and Carrier Ethernet units.

Cisco Rolls Out iPhone Security App

Marin Perez — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

The SIO To Go app sends realtime alerts to users' iPhones, notifying of attacks and potential threats to corporate networks.

Review: Bluetooth Headsets For Mobile Pros

Eric Zeman — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Put down that handset and pick up a wireless headset. We rate Bluetooth devices from Aliph, BlueAnt, MoGo, Motorola, Plantronics, and Samsung.

Chrome OS: There Will Be Local Storage

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:20:00 EST

Despite what Google says, not all data will be in the cloud.

Motorola Buys RadioFrame's iDEN Business

W. David Gardner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:56:00 EST

Integrated Digital Enhanced Network products have been The acquisition will enhance its push-to-talk technology delivered over an integrated Digital Enhanced Network, Motorola says.

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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:56:00 EST

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U.S. Cellular Offers Mobile Plan Notifications

Marin Perez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:15:00 EST

Wireless plan customers nearing their limits on minutes or text messages can opt to receive notification from the carrier via SMS.

Nokia Sees Enterprise Demand For Netbook

Marin Perez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:00 EST

The Booklet 3G's embedded mobile broadband and long battery life are attracting mobile professionals, not the mass market it had aimed for, Nokia says.

First LTE Data Call Made On Live Net

W. David Gardner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:18:00 EST

Alcatel-Lucent's live call is the latest in a series of Long Term Evolution tests and trials in preparation for the launch of LTE.

Medicine Bottles Get Net Connection

Mitch Wagner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Bottle cap with wireless Internet connection flashes when it's time to take a pill and even calls forgetful patients with reminders.

Opera Mobile 10 Hits Windows Mobile

Marin Perez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:40:00 EST

The latest version of Opera Mobile adds boosted touchscreen support, visual bookmarks, and improved data compression features.

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Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:40:00 EST

FCC Speeds Cell Tower Reviews

Marin Perez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:59:00 EST

The "shot clock" rule will set a limit on how long local governments can review applications for new cellular towers.

AT&T Loses Bid To Stop Verizon Ads

Marin Perez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:47:00 EST

Verizon may continue to air its 3G comparison ads, judge rules.

8 In 10 Smartphone Users Frustrated By Content

W. David Gardner — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:29:00 EST

Slow page loads and too much irrelevant content are among mobile phone users' complaints, survey by Qualcomm's Xiam Technologies finds.

Yahoo Refocusing Mobile Efforts

Marin Perez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:22:00 EST

The company is shutting down its Go service to concentrate on specialized apps and the mobile Web.

Google Phone Coming, Report Claims

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:01:00 EST

But for many, a Google phone doesn't make sense.

Sprint iPCS Acquisition Opposed

Marin Perez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:49:00 EST

A key iPCS investor said the acquisition price is far too low considering Sprint Nextel paid more for similar-sized affiliate networks.

Verizon's Droid Has Camera Issues

Marin Perez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:46:00 EST

A bug is causing the smartphone's autofocus feature to work incorrectly for days at a time, says a Google engineer.

T-Mobile Says Employees Sold Customer Data

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:11:00 EST

A report issued by the U.K. Information Commission's Office calls for action against the unlawful sale of personal data.

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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:11:00 EST

CTIA Seeks More Mobile Broadband Spectrum

Marin Perez — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:33:00 EST

The mobile industry group said spectrum below 3 GHz should be reallocated for mobile data purposes.

Microsoft Expands App Store

Marin Perez — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:48:00 EST

Windows Marketplace for Mobile is available for handsets running Windows Mobile 6.1 and 6.0, giving developers an audience of about 30 million devices.

Verizon Calls AT&T's Lawsuit Meritless

Marin Perez — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:28:00 EST

In a plainspoken response to AT&T's suit, Verizon said its 3G map ads are accurate and "the truth hurts."

Tandberg Unveils Video Phone Provisioning App

W. David Gardner — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:21:00 EST

Traditionally laborious teleconferencing hardware deployments can now be provisioned by a single software upgrade.

Femtocell Demo Points Toward Standardization

W. David Gardner — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:01:00 EST

Airvana, Intrinsyc Software International, ip.access, and Ubiquisys took part in the handset demonstration.

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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:01:00 EST

Sprint Lights Up WiMax In Texas

Marin Perez — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:28:00 EST

The major mobile operators are investing in next-generation data networks to capitalize on the growing demand for mobile Internet services.

Palm Updates WebOS

Marin Perez — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:16:00 EST

The 1.3.1 update fixes bugs and beefs up security, but doesn't restore the ability to sync with iTunes.

Ruckus Positions 802.11n As WiMax Rival

W. David Gardner — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:57:00 EST

The wireless broadband access system can be deployed cheaper and faster than WiMax, Ruckus said.

Motorola To Buy BitBand

Marin Perez — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:41:00 EST

The deal would enable Motorola to build better set-top cable boxes and improve its video on-demand services and infrastructure. Terms were not disclosed.

Cisco Raises Tandberg Bid To $3.4 Billion

W. David Gardner — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:10:00 EST

A group of Tandberg stockholders protested the original offer to acquire the video conferencing equipment maker.

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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:10:00 EST

Ericsson Completes Nortel Acquisition

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:35:00 EST

The $1.3 billion purchase of Nortel's CDMA/LTE unit makes North America the largest region in Ericsson's global reach.

Code, Networks Are Key To Smarter Cars

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Technology will increasingly be what makes vehicles unique.

RFID Makes Slow And Steady Progress

Mary Hayes Weier — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

RFID isn't changing the world, but it's being used strategically in government and business to track animals, stock products, and tag documents.

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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Farmers Try Smart Tech To Save Water

Chris Murphy — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Wireless sensors and GPS-guided irrigation are helping early adopters cut use. But there are barriers to widespread use.

Companies Look To Cut Landscape Water Use

Chris Murphy — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Smarter controllers use data, not the calendar.

Qualcomm Revamping Brew Platform

Marin Perez — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:11:00 EST

The company is integrating social networking, e-mail, and location-based services into its Brew Mobile Platform.

FLO TV Device Hits Retailers

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

Qualcomm's $249 handheld mobile television lets users watch shows on the go.

Dell Confirms Android Smartphone

Marin Perez — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:40:00 EST

The computer maker will release the touchscreen Mini 3 in emerging markets this year.

Nokia N60 Gets Fast Location App

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:30:00 EST

Skyhook's Map Booster system delivers instantaneous location data to the Nokia smartphones.

Qualcomm Shows Smartbook

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:36:00 EST

The hybrid smartphone and netbook was revealed briefly by Qualcomm chief executive Paul Jacobs at an analysts meeting.

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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:36:00 EST

Femtocells Struggle To Catch On

Marin Perez — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:23:00 EST

The economy and the lack of carrier marketing are sapping demand for femtocells, according to ABI Research.