Although it’s kind of hard to tell, this is apparently the HTC Desire HD, and it’s heading to Telus sometime in January/February next year according to tipsters. It’s good to see those wishy-washy rumours last month gaining some more concrete proof. No mention of pricing, but I wouldn’t expect it to be more than $200…
DROID 2 now available from Verizon as a certified pre-owned device
The original DROID 2 is now back on Verizon’s website as a certified pre-owned device. The reconditioned handset is available for $129, which is $70 less than its Global counterpart. While pre-owned devices are often cast aside, I have owned several Verizon Wireless pre-certified devices and almost all have been in excellent physical and operating…
Are your apps violating your privacy, sending private info?
We love our smartphones, but it’s a little disturbing to think that it’s sitting in our pockets and abusing our trust – violating our privacy. It’s not the first time we’ve heard of apps sending our personal data to outside parties without our consent, but it seems like it’s happening on a grander scale than…
China Mobile to make OPhone closer to Android?
We all know that China Mobile has its own special version of Android called OPhone. From what we’ve understood, it’s a platform that sits on top of Google’s original mobile operating system, allowing the world’s largest mobile operator to better control its ecosystem. However, now they’re thinking to bring OPhone a step closer to Android…
Carphone Warehouse drops the price of the Nexus S to £430 from £550 [UK]
Google’s Nexus S, their flagship smartphone meant to show off what Android 2.3 Gingerbread is capable of delivering when it isn’t mucked up by operators and handset makers looking to differentiate themselves, recently started shipping America, but it’s only now coming to the UK. Carphone Warehouse has an exclusive distribution deal and when they first…
Deal Alert: Future Shop Offers Bell HTC Desire Z for Free
Canucks looking for a new HTC Desire Z will want to look no further than Future Shop over the next few days. On now through Christmas Eve (Dec. 23rd), Future Shop has the Bell HTC Desire Z up-for-grabs for free on a new, 3-year contract. On top of that, there’s also a $100 gift card…
U.S. Cellular slashes the Galaxy Tab to $200 with 5GB data plan
US Cellular is ending the holiday shopping season with a bang. After dropping the price on all its handsets to free, the wireless carrier is now offering a substantial discount on the Samsung Galaxy Tab. Originally priced at $499 with a two-year contract, the Galaxy Tab is now available for a lowly $199. This subsidized…
StartTalking for Android updated with voice dialing and additional features
StartTalking, the Android app that lets motorists keep their eyes on the road and hands upon the wheel we talked about in the past, has been updated. The new version features additional voice recognition technology and new functionality, including voice dialing, voice navigation, the ability to personalize the phone’s name and greeting, updated application homescreen,…
Samsung to integrate Mobage social gaming platform in its Android smartphones
Samsung will be integrating the Mobage social gaming platform in its Android smartphones in the coming months. As a result, those with Galaxy and other “made by the Korean giant” Android devices will be able to connect with other gamers, track their status, high scores and so on. And that’s almost all we know at…
Skifta for Android Streams from Cloud to DLNA Screens
All you Android media junkies have a new app to stream your media content to your DLNA compatible devices, and it’s called Skifta. The app is still in beta, but should suit your needs just fine, and it will only get better as time goes on. Watch out Samsung. If you have a DNLA supported…





