We have it. In fact, it came in this morning. But, there are likely a lot of G1 users out there still waiting for RC33 to come their way. Thankfully, xda-developers forum member hetaldp has made the Android OS RC33 update available for T-Mobile G1 users looking to force the software update themselves – it…
Apple patent application hints at removable iPhone battery!
Made famous for its absurdity, the iPhone’s lack of a conveniently removable battery has been one of the iPhone and iPhone 3G’s harshest critiques. With the iPhone’s power-needs draining full batteries in as little as a day, the lack of a removable battery is made even more apparent. But, there’s hope yet. A new Apple…
Microsoft rebrands MobileMe-fighting SkyBox as My Phone
It seems the higher-ups at Microsoft took a bit of a disliking to the SkyBox name and have decided to rebrand their cloud-syncing service as “My Phone.” These days, data synchronization services that store information on third-party servers (the “cloud”) are becoming increasingly important, and Microsoft apparently wants to ensure that their own cloud-sync service…
Worker strike looming over AT&T Mobility on contract expiration
Last week we saw the Communications Workers of America issuing picket signs to union members, leading up to a vote that authorized a strike in case an agreement could not be met before the contract’s expiration. Today the CWA has announced that the contract covering its 20,000-member strong worker union has expired. CWA’s move to…
Samsung unveils touchy-feely Samsung UltraTOUCH S8300 flagship
Samsung’s mobile phone lineup has just taken on a new touchscreen slider flagship with the debut of the Samsung UltraTOUCH S8300. The Samsung UltraTOUCH proves once again that Samsung knows what they’re doing when it comes to super-slim sliders – even better, this little gem packs some serious high-end power. Like any good range-topping handset…
Google launches Google Sync beta for iPhone, Windows Mobile
Looks like Google Sync isn’t just for BlackBerry users anymore! Google has just flipped the switch on Google Sync for iPhone and WinMo devices. iPhone and Window Mobile users can now keep their calendar events and contacts synchronized between mobile phone and the “cloud” in much the same way that Apple’s MobileMe service keeps contacts,…
Hands-on images of the T-Mobile Samsung Memoir 8-megapixel cameraphone
There’s nothing like a little blurry-cam action to get our day going. The latest in-the-wild shots of the Samsung Memoir that you see below should give you a good idea about the 8-megapixel cameraphone’s in-hand size and feel. Sure, the images could be just a bit more clear, but given the Memoir’s secretive launch preceedings,…
LG goes live with LG Incite in South Korea
LG is expanding its reach with the LG Incite, which you will probably remember as the upgraded GSM variant of the LG Dare. The LG Incite has just gone live in South Korea, bringing with it the same Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional OS, 3-inch touchscreen display, aGPS, WiFi, 3G data connection (HSDPA), and 3-megapixel camera…
Netflix Mobile streams video previews to your Windows Mobile handset!
When we first laid eyes on the Netflix Mobile application for Windows Mobile, we were excited at the prospect of controlling our Netflix queue directly from our mobile phones. Steve Ballmer was likewise excited about the upcoming application’s potential to revolutionize the way we rent movies, and now we see why. The Netflix Mobile application…
Archos bringing Android-powered internet tablet to Mobile World Congress!
The mobile world’s attention will be collectively focused on Barcelona, Spain starting next week as Mobile World Congress 2009 kicks off on Monday. And, to live up to convention-goers usually high standards for new technology, Archos has announced a powerful new Android-device slated to make its debut at MWC. Archos has announced that they will…