U.S.’ WiMAX operator Clearwire launched a new product – Clear Modem with Wi-Fi. But it’s not a portable device like Sprint’s Overdrive — rather it’s a solution for homes and offices. You know how it works right? Simple start the device and it will connect to Clearwire’s WiMAX network, while sharing connection with all computers…
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Brando has a new iPhone 4 case with integrated Bluetooth keyboard
If you are looking to add some physical QWERTY love to your beloved iPhone 4 and you dislike that Nokia N97 mini-like case we talked about in the past, Brando may have a product for you. The useful (at least I think of it as such) accessory is simply called “iPhone 4 Case with Bluetooth…
In-Stat: 3D-enabled mobile devices to surpass 60 million units by 2014
We know that major movie studios are all about 3D these days. Heck even the TV makers are keeping up with this growing trend, with handset manufacturers preparing to join the ride as well. In that sense, In-Stat released a report talking about 3D-enabled mobile phones and concluding that shipments of such devices will surpass…
Talking Santa will keep your iKids occupied for the holidays
A company called Outfit7 already has a number of “Talking” apps in the app store, including Talking Tom Cat, Talking Baby Hippo, Talking Larry the Bird, Talking Harry the Hedgehog, Talking Roby the Robot and Talking Rex the Dinosaur — all of which have been downloaded for over 30 million times to date. Of course,…
WHERE launches new local discovery apps for iOS and Android
Location media company WHERE launched its new local discovery service that “empowers and inspires people to discover their next favorite place.” At the moment, the mobile application is available for the iPhone and Android-powered devices, with release on BlackBerry and other major platforms (though we’re not sure which platforms) expected by year’s close. WHERE’s key…
ViewRanger Global Open Maps edition hits the AppStore
After Android and Symbian, outdoor navigation app ViewRanger GPS has launched a Global Open Maps edition for the devices running Apple’s iOS. The new application comes with access to a range of global Open Mapping layers from street, terrain to aerial photo, allowing iPhone and iPad users to more easily get around their outdoor pursuits…
India’s Aircel launches Motorola Charm
Aircel is bringing the Motorola Charm to India. The country’s fifth largest GSM operator is offering the Android-powered smartphone for Rs. 13990, both on prepaid and postpaid plans. I guess you know the Charm’s key features already. In case you don’t, you should know it’s a QWERTY keyboard-equipped device boasting a BlackBerry-like form factor, 2.8-inch…
Ben the Bodyguard App Coming Soon to Protect Your iPhone
I came across what has to be the most imaginative and creative iPhone app teaser site, ever. In fact, TUAW put it best earlier today via their Twitter feed: Strong contender for best app teaser site of. all. time. I concur. When you have a minute, head on over to BenTheBodyguard.com and see for yourself.…
Give Cellular South your iPhone and get $100 off an Android handset
Cellular South kicked off a new promotion that offers AT&T customers up to $100 for their iPhone when they buy another smartphone from the regional carrier. In the ultimate affront to Apple fanboys, AT&T customers switching over to Cellular South must physically give up their iPhone and select another handset which may include the Android-powered…
HTC responds to HD7 ‘death grip’ accusations
Earlier this week, reports began surfacing that death-gripping the HTC HD7 causes signal attenuation, a phenomena also exhibited by the Apple iPhone 4. As we saw with the iPhone and its ensuing “Antennagate” saga, this signal loss was captured on video, posted on YouTube, and widely reported across the tech blogs. As expected, HTC has responded…