We’ve been waiting for Palm to release its webOS 1.2 update ever since rumors pointed at a September 24 launch date. That day came and passed with nary a peep from Palm. Today, Palm is making some noise with the release of webOS 1.2 and its support for premium, paid webOS apps. The arrival of…
Palm Pre up for $79.99 at Walmart
If you thought the Palm Pre for $99 at Amazon was a good deal, I’ve got an even better deal for you today. Walmart has popped on the scene, to offer up the Palm Pre for a staggering $79.99 on a new 2-year contract. The only bummer on this one is a $100 mail-in rebate…
Breathe easy, Palm Pre still coming to Verizon
Late yesterday we reported on a rumor that the Palm Pre would not end up on the Verizon Wireless network. If anything, the speculation pointed to Verizon launching the Palm Pre on a smaller scale and without any marketing support from the carrier. Today, two decidedly more reputable analysts are putting in their two cents…
Amazon Throws Down Sweetheart of a Deal: Get the Palm Pre for $99
It came as no surprise to me this morning when I noticed Amazon had the Pre on sale for its lowest price yet: $99.99. In fact, when I noticed this, I thought to myself, ‘sheesh, what took you so long, Amazon?’. To nab it at this price point you’re going to need to sign up…
Verizon shuns Palm’s Pre?
Uh oh. The Palm Pre may have just hit a major obstacle on its road to smartphone glory. The Palm Pre is largely seen as the once-leading smartphone maker’s make-or-break device, but is so far only available on underdog wireless carriers Sprint and Bell in North America. Verizon was expected to bring the Palm Pre…
Consumers see Palm Pre as best alternative to iPhone 3GS
Quick, what’s the first smartphone to come to mind as the best alternative to the iPhone 3GS? If you’re like many consumers, you probably answered “Palm Pre.” A new report from Interpret highlights the Palm Pre’s success in climbing the mindshare-ladder, especially since Palm Pre sales volume isn’t exactly mindblowing. According to the study, the…
O2 bringing Palm Pre to UK on October 16th! Update: Ireland and Germany included in the mix, too!
O2 is the carrier of choice for Palm. The carrier which is also known for its iPhone offering, will start selling the Pre on October 16th. The long-anticipated device will be available starting from free on 24-month £34.26/month, and 18-month £44.05/month or £73.41/month contracts. Alternatively, those who prefer to pay more upfront, could grab the…
iTunes Gets OK from USB Forum to Block Pre Media Sync
Palm has been persistently updating its media sync capabilities to match Apple’s continued blockage in iTunes updates, but the iPhone-maker can claim a larger victory today. The USB Implementers Forum, who essentially regulate the use of USB of all kinds, have ruled that if the Palm Pre is caught pretending to be an iPhone again…
Palm Going Crazy with App Submissions, New Hires Needed to Clear Queue
Looks like Palm has an awesome problem on their hands. They can’t keep up with all the app submissions they’re receiving. Developers have voiced their frustration on lack of response from Palm when inquiring about their app submissions. Thankfully, Palm Developer Community Manager Chuq Von Ruspach (awesome name) posted the following on the dev discussion…
Brief: Palm: There are now 20,000,000 new shares available, please buy some, we need cash
Palm has just issued a press release saying that there are now 20,000,000 new stock shares available for purchase at $16.25 per share. Once the sale is complete, they’re going to pocket around $313.1 million which they’ll no doubt be pumping into more products, further refinements of webOS, and a few more Apple employees. Good…