Will the iPhone have good looks AND good reception? Will the internal antenna hinder radio performance? Well, a recent patent application by Apple sheds some light on this issue. Want to find out for yourself? Then keep reading to find out. (Long read, answer at the end)
Can Apple Afford To Keep iPhone A Cingular Exclusive?
Steve Jobs made a few noteworthy announcements in his keynote this past January. Among them, Mr. Jobs boldly announced that he expects to push 10 million iPhones out of Cupertino, CA. by the end of 2008. Great! I really hope Stevie can meet his objective. But, 10 million units in a year and a half…
Red Blackberry Pearl and Palm Treo 680 announced by Cingular/AT&T
AT&T (Cingular) today introduced two eye-catching devices – a dark ruby-colored version of the BlackBerry Pearl (nicknamed “CranBerry”), and a striking crimson iteration of the Treo 680. Both devices have been available for some time, and not surprisingly AT&T doesn’t sell their (comprehensive, by the way) features. The company underlines their color, their cool look,…
Apple iPhone – Disappointing LCD Screen?
Apple has always been an innovator. Now they are a revolutionary mobile device powerhouse that can command the respect of an industry that Apple has only just announced they will break into. Innovation, revolution – these are not words that can describe Apple’s choice of screen size and resolution. But does that mean the screen…
Can Apple Ship 10 million iPhones By 2009?
According to Forbes, Apple may have a harder time reaching the 10 million mark for iPhone sales by the end of 2008, as Steve Jobs announced in his Jan. keynote. First, the market may not be as big as Steve thought. Smartphones only accounted for 10% of worldwide mobile phone sales. Then there’s the issue…
MOTO Q q9 coming to Cingular/AT&T!?
Recently released oddly-named Motorola Q q9 seems set to hit the Cingular (AT&T) customers. At least that’s what the anonymous tipster is claiming at Engadget Mobile.
FCC fillings reveal the AT&T SMT5700 smartphone
According to the FCC fillings, Cingular (sorry that’s AT&T) is working to introduce a new device in the already crowded “QWERTY keyboard” smartphone market. Interestingly, the SMT5600 will be the first smartphone with the new AT&T branding, and will most likely run Windows Mobile 5. Next, this is the first device manufactured by Chinese company…
Red BlackBerry Pearl is coming to Cingular
Not surprisingly, RIM is keen to exploit the popularity of its Pearl model. According to Gizmodo, the Canadian company is preparing to launch a “Red Pearl”, for more fashion-aware individuals and, I guess, ladies. It’s interesting to note that RIM succeeded where other smart device makers have failed – to bring the smartphone to the…
Deal: Nokia E62 for $-24.99!
If you live in the U.S. and are in a need for a new service plan, look no further. Amazon.com has an incredible offer – Nokia (NYSE: NOK) E62 for $-24.99. Yes, that’s minus! The price is after the rebates of course, but still… You get a cheap cheapest ticket to the Symbian smartphone world.…
Start a savings revolution with Cellfire
Yet again, thanks to the eagle-eyed Darla, we found a great free mobile application Cellfire, which gives U.S. consumers mobile coupons to save while shop. Each user has their own set of discounts and offers specific to their geographic location. Users simply click on the coupon they want to use and show the coupon code…