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Android users who recently updated to version 2.2 were shocked to discover that their once pristine streaming audio now sounds muddy, tinny, and downright awful. This flaw with streaming audio was originally reported in June by Nexus One users who were the first to rock this latest version of Google’s mobile OS. With the debut of…
FCC Commissioner Michael J. Copps responded tersely to the joint net neutrality statement issued earlier today by Google and Verizon. Copps crafted a one paragraph statement that re-asserted FCC authority over telecommunications and emphasized consumer rights over corporate interests. “Some will claim this announcement moves the discussion forward. That’s one of its many problems. It is time to move…
Tawkon may have added a little credence to Apple’s claim that the “death grip” which impacts the Apple iPhone 4 is common across many smartphones. The Tawkon app for the BlackBerry, Android (soon to be released) and iPhone prototype uses algorithms to determine how much radiation is being emitted from your cellular device. This doesn’t…
No, MOTOBLUR isn’t going anywhere for now, but Motorola has recently come out and said they will be pulling back on emphasizing their Android UI overlay. The custom skin for their Android handsets have been an eye sore for some time now to some of Android fans, and it seems Motorola has heard those complaints.…
Some Motoroal Droid X owners have reported that their notification ringtones are not as loud as they would like. Some meaning many, as it turns out, and after many complaints of the issue, Motorola is stepping up to the plate and is planning a fix for the issue in an upcoming software update. We’re not…
You’ll soon be able to secure your Android phone with biometric security, as Blue Planet Apps is preparing a BioLock app which will include facial recognition and iris scanning. The BioLock Android app will reportedly enable facial-recognition to unlock your device. This could be especially useful if you have sensitive information on the device. This…
We know that Apple has had some trouble keeping up with iPhone 4 demand but that may not be an issue next quarter because the company is reportedly ordering 10 million units. Sterne Agee analyst Vijay Rakesh said in a note to investors that the company has ordered more than 10 million Apple iPhone 4…
Nothing can beat a good freebie, especially when the freebie is already such an amazing product. This is certainly the case today as Civilization Revolution from 2K Games is available for free right at this very moment. Civilization Revolution was released nearly a year ago, to which James game it a favorable review saying the…
The features for the next BlackBerry Internet Service upgrade have apparently been leaked, and include automatic synchronization of Google Calendar with the native calendar, along with some UI improvements, and some security updates. Carriers will also be able to execute commands through BlackBerry Protect, but the user will have had to install the app. The…
Things aren’t looking too hot for RIM as the global BlackBerry ban saga continues. First, it was the UAE, Saudi Arabia, India and Indonesia; now we have Germany considering a ban on the smartphone, too. The big difference here, however, is Germany is considering the ban for government use given an increase in “cyber attacks”…