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This morning, Facebook was rumored to working on a new smartphone. It was allegedly going to be a low-cost, entry level phone that, naturally, deeply integrates Facebook’s social networking features. The rumor originated from TechCrunch, and was then fueled even more by AlleyInsider, who claimed that the social network was building a new phone and…
Ever since we got word that GV Mobile was resubmitted to the iTunes App Store, we became a little excited. After publishing its review guidelines, Apple responded to an inquiry by Sean Kovacs, developer of the Google Voice application, saying he was more than welcome to resubmit his app. After GV Connect, another Google Voice…
Surprise! It looks like the Samsung Galaxy Tab, which will be running the tablet-incompatible Android 2.2, or Froyo, OS, might have some issues with applications. Samsung already mentioned that some applications and features have been optimized for the 7-inch display tablet experience, so those of you waiting for the Galaxy Tab should know what you’re…
Nokia has been really pushing its marketing campaign for the N8 with tons of videos – both about the device and videos shot with the device. This time, Nokia, with the help of some friends, has filmed “Dot.” It’s a cute little stop motion film about a really miniscule character. What really gets me is…
We just got official word of the HTC Desire Z earlier in London this week, as well as some sweet hands-on time with the device, and now it looks like Amazon U.K. will be offering the device unlocked on October 11. This hot new phone ships free for £429.99 ($672), according to Amazon U.K. The…
When you go grocery shopping, do you like to save a few extra bucks by buying generic “O’s” cereal and acetaminophen? Do you like roaming around New York City finding the best Luis Vuitton or Coatch bags and Rowlex watches from street dealers? Then perhaps the BleckBarry is for you. Either someone thought it would…
We know Verizon is starting an early and aggressive push for LTE, and there is a rumor floating about that Best Buy will be carrying LTE-capable devices as early this fall. After all, the carrier says it’s going to be launching LTE in 30 “NFL cities” very soon. What good is a lightning fast network…
Last night, Samsung made the Galaxy Tab official and told us that it would be available from all four major carriers in the U.S. The 7-inch display tablet computer features Android 2.2, or Froyo, and has a custom UI made by Samsung, which makes the experience feel pretty similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy…
No surprises here as we’ve already announced that today is the day for the Apple iPad launch in China. One thing that is a little surprising, however, are the lines and crowds for the device. Despite rain and gloomy weather, folks in Beijing are crowding the flagship Apple store in China to be one of…
Sony Ericsson fans were probably sorely disappointed when the Xperia X10 finally hit the states, but was sporting Android 1.6 — well behind all the newer, hotter Android handsets. After all, the X10 was announced last November and seemed to have all the time in the world before its recent launch. A leaked roadmap for…