Sony launched an Android app for its Qriocity-powered Music Unlimited cloud music service. Available as a free download, the application requires that you subscribe to the Basic or Premium plan to be able to access the catalogue of more than 7 million songs on a streaming basic. Basic plan allows users to listen to personalized…
Making a case for webOS-based HP Foleo smartbook
It was back in 2007 when Palm unveiled its first laptop-like device, Foleo. Then, few months later, they killed it, promising to focus on smartphones. As time got by we saw the netbook market exploding only to be superseded by the increasing popularity of tablets. In 2009 I posted two rants on why Palm should…
Google Nexus 4G coming with Android 4.0 and 4G LTE capabilities?
It looks like Google is continuing the Nexus lineage with what might be called the Nexus 4G, and according to rumors it will be a beast of a phone. The device will be the first to feature Android 4.0, also assumed to be called Ice Cream Sandwich. Additionally, it will have a 1.2-1.5GHz processor, which…
Mobile gifts for your dad
With Father’s Day just around the corner you may be thinking what to buy for your dad this year. How about something mobile related? There are tons of options out there and here I’ll try to give you a general idea of some cool gifts. We’ll start with the most expensive option and go all…
Apple calls Samsung ‘copyists,’ in the latter’s attempt to see next-gen iPhone, iPad
When the legal battle between Apple and Samsung begun to heat up, Samsung demanded to see Apple’s future designs for the iPhone and iPad. Apple accused Samsung of copying the iPhone and iPad for the Samsung Galaxy S line of smartphones and tablets, instead of being original and innovative. Samsung in turn demanded to see…
How to Use a Smartphone for Travel
A smartphone is a great companion for every trip. There are a number of apps that can make your travel easier, whether it’s about finding a place to stay, monuments and historical sights to see, or learning more about the city/place you’re visiting… there’s (usually) an app for that. Here are some apps I’ve found…
iPhone 5 in final testing stage, Verizon model won’t support 3G FaceTime
No one expected an iPhone 5 announcement from Apple during this year’s WWDC, but we still don’t know when the next-generation smartphone will be announced or launched by Apple. There are rumors, however, that the next iPhone is in its final stages of testing, which means the fall 2011 launch rumors could hold some weight.…
T-Mobile to give away 10 HTC Sensation 4G smartphones for Father’s Day!
T-Mobile USA has a great, actually awesome offer for the upcoming Father’s Day. The carrier will be giving away 10 HTC Sensation 4G smartphones to celebrate dads across the country. We don’t have all the details at the moment, but we’re sure you’ll still have to sign-up for some plan and commit your dad on…
Developer Economics 2011: 67% of developers currently using Android and 59% using iOS
Two companies, BlueVia and Vision Mobile, teamed-up to launch Developer Economics 2011, calling it the “quintessential mobile developer research report.” This is the second such annual report which explores issues like which platforms gained and lost developer mindshare, what are the most popular revenue models, which go-to-market channels are the fastest and quicker to pay,…
Etisalat hints at iPhone 5 with LTE 4G launching this year
Wondering what kind of new device will launch with iOS 5? A Dubai service provider, Etisalat, recently hinted that they’re in talks with Apple about selling an unannounced iPhone 5 that’s capable of using their new 4G LTE network. Their Chief Corporate Communication Officer, Ali Al Ahmad said that the iPhone 5 would be arriving…









