A researcher has found a way to hack into webOS devices merely using text messaging but the vulnerability only affects an older version of the firmware, which should limit the impact. Intrepidus Group, a mobile security group, said webOS was “riddled with some pretty dangerous bugs” due to the fact that many of its applications…
The Shack dumping Palm phones?
In another sign that Palm’s future as an independent company isn’t very bright, it appears that RadioShack is dumping the ailing company’s handsets from its stores. The online RadioShack Palm Store is completely devoid of the Pre or Pixi and there are reports that some retail stores are not carrying the Sprint version of the…
Best Buy looks to boost mobile stores
Best Buy is going all in with its mobile stores, as the company’s CEO said the retailer planned to open up to 1,000 Best Buy Mobile stores across the United States over the next few years. For 2010, the expansion plans will include 50 to 55 big stores and 75 to 100 smaller stores, according…
Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus Slated for April 28th Launch on O2 and Vodafone Germany
Good news for folks in Germany seeking a dose of webOS. Looks like the Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus are on their way to Vodafone and O2 Germany. While no pricing is yet available, expect both ‘Plus’ models to become available on April 28th. Jon Rubinstein, Palm Chairman and CEO commented on the upcoming…
The mobile roundup – the hot hardware edition
We had a very eventful week in the mobile world, as we saw a bunch of new hardware, cool new programs and a few surprises. Microsoft’s introduction of the Kin devices was the biggest story of the week until Verizon Wireless introduced the hot Droid Incredible. Apple, Palm, and Sony Ericsson also made some waves.…
Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus Available for One Cent at Amazon
If you’re looking for a Palm Pre Plus or Palm Pixi Plus on-contract, you might as well try and find the absolute cheapest (if not free) option to get your hands on one, right? Look no further, I’ve stumbled across a fantastic deal on both the Verizon Pre Plus and Pixi Plus. The fine folks…
IM+ Updated to Version 1.0.2 for webOS
Received a nice little note from the folks at SHAPE Services the other day. The note was to let me know that an updated version of IM+ is available for webOS. The new version brings the app up to 1.0.2, and is available in the Palm Catalog in the US, Mexico, Ireland, Great Britain, France,…
Huawei may snap up Palm
Well, this is interesting. A Reuters report said Palm contacted the Chinese telecom giant Huawei about a possible acquisition in mid-February. Huawei is not that well known in the United States but it is a major telecom infrastructure provider in China and it’s itching to get into the U.S. market in a big way. Acquiring…
HTC mulling its own operating system
After years of relative obscurity, HTC has become a powerful player in the smartphone space. But without its own operating system, it has been beholden to innovations from people like Microsoft and Google. That’s why it’s no surprise that a report said the company is mulling creating its own home-grown OS. Cheng Hui-ming, CFO of…
Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus set to hit Vodafone and O2 Germany on April 28th!
Just when I posted a “still a rumor” that the Palm Pixi Plus is about to hit the O2 Germany, we got the news confirmed by Palm. As a matter of fact, it’s not just O2 that will get to carry the Pixi – Vodafone is joining the party as well. Best of all, Pixi…