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Samsung has a huge presence in mobile devices in the U.S., but perhaps it might grow even bigger worldwide. A rumor going around about Samsung’s goals in 2011 include shipping 330 million phones globally, which would be right up there with Nokia who shipped 110 million smartphones this past summer. By shipping that many mobile…
Confused about the messaging plan for your Samsung Galaxy Tab on T-Mobile? You’re not the only one, but fret not. Apparently the option is still there even though it seemed to disappear for a brief time. However, T-Mobile responded saying that the removal of the feature from its site was a mistake, and the option…
Amidst a flurry of Android 2.3 Gingerbread news today, the details just keep piling on as the user guide has become available. If there was anything you needed to know about the new iteration of Google’s platform, this user guide ought to take care of it as it’s very thorough. Perhaps you’re already an Android…
Today Google announced the Nexus S by Samsung, and it’s coming December 16 as the first Android 2.3, or Gingerbread, device. We’ve seen and heard plenty about the new platform, but today Google released the SDK for Android 2.3 and it gives us a better look at what we can expect from the next iteration…
If you’re from the camp that believes a Verizon iPhone is just weeks away from release, there is an interesting rumor that says Verizon would be willing to pay to keep the Apple smartphone from Sprint and T-Mobile. Additionally, Verizon apparently thinks that Android is beginning to lose its charm and luster as the Apple…
Consumer Reports is at it again with its U.S. carrier rankings, and AT&T has come in dead last. Last year, AT&T was last in customer satisfaction and this year it didn’t change much as it looks like it just received negative marks all across the board. Being the nation’s second largest carrier, one would think…
Verizon recently announced its LTE network launch along with pricing and restrictions, and some journalists were quick to put it to the test. For the most part, results have been impressive. Download speeds are much faster, on average, than what both Sprint and T-Mobile are able to deliver on their respective “4G” networks. Wilson Rothman…
Things are moving right along for Windows Phone 7 as the platform slowly matures and gets new features and apps. This time it’s Chrome to Windows Phone 7, perfect for users of the Google browser who happen to own the new Microsoft handsets. After all, the speedy and clean browser is gaining popularity and market…
Best Buy has announced today that it is kicking off another deal with free smartphones for the month of December. Back in October, the mega retailer was offering select smartphones for free every Friday. This time, the sale is good for the entire month and includes a number of pretty hot handsets. Of course, there…
Mophie has been making some sweet battery extenders for Apple products for some time now, but for the first time its latest – the Juice Pack Plus – actually doesn’t look half bad. Up until now, most iPhone 4 battery extenders and cases have been a little unattractive. For the added battery life, you were…