Sunday, November 28, 2010

Watch: Cops Locate Missing Couple Via Cell GPS

Police find a missing couple in the woods through their cell phone's GPS signal.
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Palm Says Next-Gen Dev Tools On the Way

During its recent developer conference in New York City, Palm provided a lot of information about webOS' future. First and foremost, Palm will begin transitioning away from its Mojo developer environment starting in early 2011 and will replace it with a new developer environment called Enyo. According to Palm, Enyo is faster and easier to work with than Mojo, and it borrows heavily from Palm's ...
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Nokia outs C2-01 3G feature phone

Today Nokia announced the C2-01, a feature phone that it expects to launch during the first quarter of 2011. Nokia says the C2-01 is its most inexpensive new 3G feature phone. Read the full story here.
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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Network in Epping, New Hampshire

EPPING, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--To continue to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, Verizon Wireless has expanded its local network. Earlier this year the company earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for “Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast” *. Consumer ...
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Research and Markets: Global and China Touch Screen Industry Report, 2009-2010

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ebe3b8/global_and_china_t) has announced the addition of the "Global and China Touch Screen Industry Report, 2009-2010" report to their offering. Touch screen manufacturers have witnessed substantial increase in revenue in 2010 owing to the following reasons: first and foremost ...
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Smartphones to pinpoint public transport

COMMUTERS will soon be able to see how far away their bus, train or tram is on their phone, as part of the State Government's new public transport ticketing system.
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'Angry Birds' coming to Wii, PS3, Xbox 360

"Angry Birds," one of the most successful mobile games in history, is taking its bird-slinging game mechanics to a new platform: the traditional game console.
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DGAP-News: Bob Mobile AG: Group EBIT and revenue increase of 30% in Q3/2010 versus Q2/2010, internationalization and ...

Bob Mobile AG / Key word(s): Quarter Results22.11.2010 14:18* Revenue increased from 7.7 to 10.0 million Euro* EBIT increased from 0.9 to 1.2 million Euro* Growth in core markets as well as in new markets* First Browsergame, War2Glory´ is live …
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T-Mobile launches 4G wireless phone network in metro Detroit

Wireless carrier T-Mobile is adding eight metropolitan areas -- including metro Detroit -- to its next-generation 4G network today. The new network will nearly triple the download speeds of the carrier's 3G network, Regional Vice President of Engineering and Operations Bentley Alexander said. T-Mobile now has 4G coverage in more than 80 metropolitan markets in the U.S.
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Rumor: New Palm Mobile â 5-inch Screen; February Launch?

Rumors say Palm is working on a new smartphone to launch in the first quarter of 2011
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Windows Phone 7: Jailbroken

Windows Phone 7 owners received a special holiday treat this Thanksgivingâ€"the release of the first jailbreaking tool for the device.
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Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

ESPOO, FINLAND--(Marketwire - November 24, 2010) - Nokia has appointed Ms Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), a new role that comes into effect as of January 1, 2011. DeVard will join Nokia's Group Executive Board, reporting to Niklas Savander, Executive Vice President and head of Nokia's Markets unit.
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Sony Ericsson PlayStation Phone Likely Gets GameScape

It looks like the Sony Ericsson PlayStation Phone will get GameScape, with the aim of revolutionizing gaming on the go.
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The Blackberry 9780 Bold Offers A Smooth User Experience

The recently released Blackberry 9780 Bold is the latest in the Blackberry Bold range. This popular series of handsets encompasses everything that is good about the Blackberry brand.Unmistakeably Blackberry in its styling, it features the classic QWERTY keyboard and optical trackpad layout, with a 2.44 inch screen and control panel. Whilst similar in appearance, it offers a number of upgraded ...
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New Potato offers TuneLink Auto Bluetooth-to-FM transmitter

Ever wish you could pump tunes from your iPhone to your vehicle audio system using Bluetooth? With New Potato's TuneLink Auto, you can.
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LG Optimus One Hits 1 Million Sales Worldwide

Amman, Jordan: LG Electronics (LG) today announced that worldwide sales of its Optimus One smartphone have hit one million units just 40 days after the phone's initial launch.
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PTC sets fees for celltower applications, funds cover engineering analysis

To cover the cost of an independent wireless consultant, the Peachtree City Council has established a new fee for reviewing permits for new cellphone towers and antennas. A new tower application fee will cost $4,500 and applications to put an antenna will cost $2,000 to review. The review of applications to put an antenna on an existing celltower will cost $250. The new fees were adopted ...
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Ad hoc: NOKIA:Ad hoc: Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

NOKIA / / Ad hoc: Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Processed and transmitted by Thomson Reuters. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Nokia Corporation Stock …
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Sanyo Introduces World's First 2K Quadrive Projector With Cinema Required Real 2K Resolution To Middle East Market

SANYO Gulf SANYO Gulf FZE has announced its latest product, the PLC-HF10000L Large Venue Projector with 2K QuaDrive technology.
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Cox Trying Again on Wireless Service

Cox Communications is having another go at offering cell phone service
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T-Mobile announces Black Friday deals for families

T-Mobile introduces a new Black Friday buy one, get one free promotion for new and existing customers who sign up for a family plan. Originally posted at Dialed In
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The Pearl 3G is a great upgrade from a texting phone, but you're paying a lot for a device with no touch screen or QWERTY keyboard, and relatively few apps.
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Research and Markets: Global and China Touch Screen Industry Report, 2009-2010

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ebe3b8/global_and_china_t) has announced the addition of the "Global and China Touch Screen Industry Report, 2009-2010" report to their offering. Touch screen manufacturers have witnessed substantial increase in revenue in 2010 owing to the following reasons: first and foremost ...
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DGAP-News: Bob Mobile AG: Group EBIT and revenue increase of 30% in Q3/2010 versus Q2/2010, internationalization and ...

Bob Mobile AG / Key word(s): Quarter Results22.11.2010 14:18* Revenue increased from 7.7 to 10.0 million Euro* EBIT increased from 0.9 to 1.2 million Euro* Growth in core markets as well as in new markets* First Browsergame, War2Glory´ is live …
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T-Mobile Comet

The T-Mobile Comet makes a decent case for Android's most appealing possible price point: free.
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Kelly Brook lends glamour to LG handset

LG Electronics (LG) has signed a deal with model and TV personality Kelly Brook to be the face of the LG Optimus One handset, the company’s new smartphone.
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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Rumor: New Palm Mobile â 5-inch Screen; February Launch?

Rumors say Palm is working on a new smartphone to launch in the first quarter of 2011
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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is Sony’s newest phone to compliment, or rather broaden, the lineup of Sony Ericsson’s Android phones. It is designed to cater to those who want the Android experience for a cheap price and finding Sony’s earlier serving of X10 mini and X10 mini Pro lacking in terms of screen size. [...]
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Can Nokia Pull Out a Stateside Smartphone Win?

Nokia won't make it big in America until it cozies up with the big service providers.
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LG Vortex - black (Verizon Wireless)

The LG Vortex is a wonderful entry-level Android smartphone for Verizon Wireless, as long as you know its limitations.
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NEWS: Samsung Philippines launches NX100 mirrorless cam, 2View shooters

Samsung NX100 Remember the camera that we had called "the 14.6-megapixel shooter that spits on the face of the DSLR and disrespectfully tells it, 'Anything you can do, I can do better?'" We recently came face-to-face with it. The mirrorless Samsung NX100 was right on the table where we would eventually sit when we arrived at the venue of Samsung Philippines' latest event. The unit waiting for us ...
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Business ⺠Sanyo stops taking orders for rice bread maker, citing strong demand

Sanyo Electric Co said Thursday that it will temporarily stop accepting orders for its automatic rice bread cooker GOPAN on Dec 1 as it has…
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Walmart Black Friday Online Sale offers $498 50-inch Sanyo Plasma HDTV Deal

The $498 50-inch Sanyo HDTV advertised in the Walmart Black Friday ad is on sale online on Walmart.com. The 50-inch Sanyo DP50740 is advertised for $498 and compared to last year's Sanyo Plasma...
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Survey Says Core Games Still Best Bets For Publishers

A new survey finds that publishers like Ubisoft are better off making games like Assassin's Creed than they are chasing mobile and social gaming revenues. According to the researchers at Cowen and Company, less than five percent of the 2,301 participants in its Fall 2010 Video Game Survey said they were cutting back on purchases of console games due to playing more online, social, or free-to ...
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BlackBerry Style is an unabashed e-mail machine

Research in Motion is obviously hustling to respond to the iPhone and Android, but the company has struggled to come up with an effective strategy.
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Bluetooth, you saw me standing alone ...

I ran into a friend getting out of his car the other day and as he emerged, alone, his lips were moving and he had a smile on his face, though not for me. He hadn’t noticed me yet, walking toward him on the sidewalk.
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The Nokia N8 has Symbian 3 which has over 250 great features

The Nokia N8 is powered by Symbian 3 which has over 250 great features such as HD video playback on a compatible and connected television, and easy organisation with three separate home screens. It also allows you to multitask easily with its visual task manger to help you switch between open applications with a single tap, without serious effect on the battery.The handset has a stunning 12 ...
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Motorola Brings Two of its Latest Android⢠Smartphones to the Middle East

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Nov. 25, 2010 - Motorola Mobility, a subsidiary of Motorola Motorola , Inc. has announced the UAE launch of Motorola Motorola FLIPOUTâ„¢, a stylishly square and compact smartphone, and Motorola Motorola DEFYâ„¢ which is slim, pocket-able and 'life proof'.
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LG Optimus One Hits 1 Million Sales Worldwide

Amman, Jordan: LG Electronics (LG) today announced that worldwide sales of its Optimus One smartphone have hit one million units just 40 days after the phone's initial launch.
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HTC Desire HD Philippines : Price - PhP 35,000 , Specs, Photos

HTC Desire HD is the current flagship smartphone of the company -- Miss Rhian Ramos is the official celebrity endorser of HTC phones in the Philippines As such, this handset dons the most powerful specifications-set the brand has to offer. Here are some of its key features; • The Cinematic Experience Goes Mobile With its vivid 4.3” screen and SRS Surround audio, HTC Desire HD makes every day ...
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Moshi Moshi MM03i Bluetooth handset packs iPhone dock

Native Union won’t give up on the idea of traditional handsets for modern smartphones, and their new Moshi Moshi MM03i even gives you somewhere to dock your iPhone. The new model has a MultiPoint Bluetooth-enabled handset and a special charge/sync cradle with a charging bay and an iPhone dock. Thanks to the MultiPoint support, you [...]
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New GPS Sex Offender Tracking Devices Tested In Allegheny County

Target 11 has uncovered a new way that police are monitoring sex offenders in Allegheny County. Police said they are using new GPS and cell phone technology to track offenders' every move.
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Yahoo's Mobile Apps Get Game in San Francisco

Yahoo is set to launch a series of interactive outdoor touch-screen games to push its mobile apps.
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'Angry Birds' coming to Wii, PS3, Xbox 360

"Angry Birds," one of the most successful mobile games in history, is taking its bird-slinging game mechanics to a new platform: the traditional game console.
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Bluetooth, you saw me standing alone ...

I ran into a friend getting out of his car the other day and as he emerged, alone, his lips were moving and he had a smile on his face, though not for me. He hadn’t noticed me yet, walking toward him on the sidewalk.
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Sanyo Introduces World's First 2K Quadrive Projector With Cinema Required Real 2K Resolution To Middle East Market

SANYO Gulf SANYO Gulf FZE has announced its latest product, the PLC-HF10000L Large Venue Projector with 2K QuaDrive technology.
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Samsung's Galaxy Tab (Sprint version)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab is the first Android tablet that has what it takes to challenge Apple's dominant iPad.
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Motorola files ITC complaint against Microsoft

Recent patent battles between Motorola and Microsoft continue, with Motorola filing an International Trade Commission complaint against Microsoft for use of its patents. Originally posted at News - Microsoft
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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Washington, DC's Logan Circle Neighborhood

LAUREL, Md., Nov. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Data Capacity Increased to Enable Faster Uploads and Downloads 2009 Regional Network Investment Tops $274 M to Further Enhance 3G Network Advantage More Than $2.3 B Invested Regionally Since 2000 Verizon Wireless Test Drivers Drove More Than 18,000 Miles on Local Roadways in First Half of Year In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service ...
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Android out-runs Windows Phone 7 on price comparison site

A lazy fortnight Figures from comparison service Mobiles Please show Windows Phone 7 being outsold by Android more than 15 times over and by Symbian three times.…
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AIS and HTC launch new Android flagship

Advanced Info Service (AIS) and HTC Thailand got together yesterday to launch the latest HTC Android smart phone, the HTC Desire HD, with an exclusive data package as an added attraction.
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LG ANNOUNCES FASTEST TEXTERS IN THAILAND

LG Electronics (LG) today announced Warut Aphimanjindakul, 21, and Paphaporn Asawasirilert, 20, two students from the faculty of Information Systems, Mahidol University, as Thailand’s texting champion
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Windows Phone 7 Has Cheapest Apps

NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Applications for Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 platform are the cheapest of all the mobile application stores including those offered by Apple, Google, Research In Motion and Nokia, according to a new report from app tracking firm Distimo. Paid applications in the Windows Phone 7 store cost an average price of $1.95. This price is in-line with other marketplaces with the ...
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LG Optimus One Hits 1 Million Sales Worldwide

Amman, Jordan: LG Electronics (LG) today announced that worldwide sales of its Optimus One smartphone have hit one million units just 40 days after the phone's initial launch.
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Buzz Building for Sony Playstation Game Phone

The head of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications indicated that the mobile-phone maker might be working with parent company Sony Corp. on a smartphone with a slide-out controller to play videogames.
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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Washington, DC's Logan Circle Neighborhood

LAUREL, Md., Nov. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Data Capacity Increased to Enable Faster Uploads and Downloads 2009 Regional Network Investment Tops $274 M to Further Enhance 3G Network Advantage More Than $2.3 B Invested Regionally Since 2000 Verizon Wireless Test Drivers Drove More Than 18,000 Miles on Local Roadways in First Half of Year In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service ...
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Motorola files ITC complaint against Microsoft

Recent patent battles between Motorola and Microsoft continue, with Motorola filing an International Trade Commission complaint against Microsoft for use of its patents. Originally posted at News - Microsoft
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The Blackberry 9780 Bold Offers A Smooth User Experience

The recently released Blackberry 9780 Bold is the latest in the Blackberry Bold range. This popular series of handsets encompasses everything that is good about the Blackberry brand.Unmistakeably Blackberry in its styling, it features the classic QWERTY keyboard and optical trackpad layout, with a 2.44 inch screen and control panel. Whilst similar in appearance, it offers a number of upgraded ...
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This season's mobile games brighten up the autumn

Berlin - Owners of mobile gaming devices are unlikely to get bored this autumn thanks to a host of new games. There should be something for fans of every genre: from puzzles to adventures to sports.
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Verizon Wireless Commits to Michigan Customers: 'We'll Stay Ahead of Your Data Usage'

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has announced today that it is near completion of a major capacity improvement project for its high-speed 3G network in Michigan this year that will ensure the company continues to stay ahead of its customers' growing data usage on their smart phones, wireless modems and handsets. The project has entailed adding 3G capacity on 115 ...
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Bluetooth used to catch dealers

Police in Bradford use Bluetooth mobile phone technology to try and catch drug dealers in the city.
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Samsung's Galaxy Tab (Sprint version)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab is the first Android tablet that has what it takes to challenge Apple's dominant iPad.
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Touch-screen theory exam for driving licences in Sharjah

SHARJAH - The Sharjah Police have launched a new electronic service that will enable driving licence applicants to complete the theoretical examination on touch-screen machines rather than answering the questions on paper.
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Ad hoc: NOKIA:Ad hoc: Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

NOKIA / / Ad hoc: Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Processed and transmitted by Thomson Reuters. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Nokia Corporation Stock …
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Stalkers using GPS systems in phones

Domestic abuse shelters across the country say phone GPS systems are making it harder to keep victims safe.
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Kelly Brook lends glamour to LG handset

LG Electronics (LG) has signed a deal with model and TV personality Kelly Brook to be the face of the LG Optimus One handset, the company’s new smartphone.
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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is Sony’s newest phone to compliment, or rather broaden, the lineup of Sony Ericsson’s Android phones. It is designed to cater to those who want the Android experience for a cheap price and finding Sony’s earlier serving of X10 mini and X10 mini Pro lacking in terms of screen size. [...]
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Police briefs: GPS leads to phone and arrest of man

A stolen cell phone led to a Salinas man getting arrested on a charge of battering a police officer with a wet towel. Police reported the case started late Monday when a cell phone was taken in a vehicle break-in in a grocery store parking lot.
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Bluetooth, you saw me standing alone ...

I ran into a friend getting out of his car the other day and as he emerged, alone, his lips were moving and he had a smile on his face, though not for me. He hadn’t noticed me yet, walking toward him on the sidewalk.
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Motorola Solutions Empowers Mobile Workforces to Get the Job Done Right - Right Now

The Motorola Solutions business of Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced the MC65 - one of the industry’s toughest, most flexible enterprise mobile computers. Motorola’s newest and most rugged en
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Windows Phone 7s selling for $49.99


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Bluetooth, you saw me standing alone ...

I ran into a friend getting out of his car the other day and as he emerged, alone, his lips were moving and he had a smile on his face, though not for me. He hadn’t noticed me yet, walking toward him on the sidewalk.
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Sanyo Introduces World's First 2K Quadrive Projector With Cinema Required Real 2K Resolution To Middle East Market

SANYO Gulf SANYO Gulf FZE has announced its latest product, the PLC-HF10000L Large Venue Projector with 2K QuaDrive technology.
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Friday, November 26, 2010


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T-Mobile USA expands HSPA+ "4G" footprint

Today T-Mobile USA announced that it has launched its HSPA+ "4G" network in 8 more markets. The network is now available in Detroit, Mich.; Grand Junction, Colo.; Harlingen, Texas; Lafayette and South Bend, Ind.; Montgomery, Ala.; Roanoke-Lynchburg, Va. and Youngstown, Ohio. T-Mobile has two phones that take advantage of this network, including the T-Mobile G2 and the T-Mobile myTouch 4G. Read ...
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'Angry Birds' coming to Wii, PS3, Xbox 360

"Angry Birds," one of the most successful mobile games in history, is taking its bird-slinging game mechanics to a new platform: the traditional game console.
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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Network in Epping, New Hampshire

EPPING, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--To continue to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, Verizon Wireless has expanded its local network. Earlier this year the company earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for “Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast” *. Consumer ...
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HTC launched Desire HD and Desire Z here in the Philippines

Yesterday, HTC launched two new high-end Android phones that would follow the popular HTC Desire, the Desire HD and the Desire Z. The original HTC Desire is going down in price and these two new phones will replace it as HTC’s flagship models. In a nutshell, the HTC Desire HD is a larger HTC Desire [...]
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Palm tree trimming raises concerns

Some residents in the 2200 block of Graham Avenue in Redondo Beach are hoping that Southern California Edison doesn’t chop off 10 feet of several queen palm trees that are growing in their backyards, which would kill them.
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Police looking for burglary suspect

Richmond police want to talk to a man seen in surveillance video cashing winning lottery tickets at a Lexington gas station Monday, said Maj. Bob Mott.
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How to change the default web browser on Symbian


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Telecommunications tower: Siting councilâs public hearing is Nov. 23


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Motorola's New Nvidia Phones Aim High


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SANYO satisfies with growing cold chain products sales, planning to launch wine coolers in early 2011

ÇÃ'¹·Õè 25 ¾ÄȨÃ"¡Ã'¹ 2553 12:39 ¹. SANYO is content with cold chain products sales in 2010, posting constant sales during January-September compared to the same period last year. The firm plans to launch two new wine coolers with digital control and the capabilities to keep the taste.
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LG Vortex - black (Verizon Wireless)

The LG Vortex is a wonderful entry-level Android smartphone for Verizon Wireless, as long as you know its limitations.
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Buzz Building for Sony Playstation Game Phone

The head of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications indicated that the mobile-phone maker might be working with parent company Sony Corp. on a smartphone with a slide-out controller to play videogames.
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Nokia hits snag with N8 manufacturing

Symbian mobiles run into power issues Some Nokia N8 smartphones are turning themselves off or refusing to turn on after charging. Nokia has identified a manufacturing problem and has promised to replace the small number of affected phones it said in a blog post on Thursday.
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HTC launched Desire HD and Desire Z here in the Philippines

Yesterday, HTC launched two new high-end Android phones that would follow the popular HTC Desire, the Desire HD and the Desire Z. The original HTC Desire is going down in price and these two new phones will replace it as HTC’s flagship models. In a nutshell, the HTC Desire HD is a larger HTC Desire [...]
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Motorola Solutions Empowers Mobile Workforces to Get the Job Done Right - Right Now

The Motorola Solutions business of Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced the MC65 - one of the industry’s toughest, most flexible enterprise mobile computers. Motorola’s newest and most rugged en
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Nokia appoints Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Nokia Corporation Stock exchange release November 24, 2010 at 16.00 (CET +1)Espoo, Finland - Nokia has appointed Ms Jerri DeVard as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), a new role that comes into effect as of January 1, …
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Watch: Cops Locate Missing Couple Via Cell GPS

Police find a missing couple in the woods through their cell phone's GPS signal.
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Black Sony Ericsson Handsets Are the Most Popular Colour with Facebook Fans

Sony Ericsson has revealed that black handsets are the most popular with Facebook fans. The number of entries received for competitions hosted on Sony Ericsson's global page is repeatedly highest in weeks where either a Cosmic Black camera phone from the Vivaz range or a Sensuous Black handset from the Xperiaâ„¢ collection is the prize on offer. (PRWeb November 25, 2010) Read the full story at ...
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New GPS Sex Offender Tracking Devices Tested In Allegheny County

Target 11 has uncovered a new way that police are monitoring sex offenders in Allegheny County. Police said they are using new GPS and cell phone technology to track offenders' every move.
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T-Mobile announces Black Friday deals for families

T-Mobile introduces a new Black Friday buy one, get one free promotion for new and existing customers who sign up for a family plan. Originally posted at Dialed In
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This season's mobile games brighten up the autumn

Berlin - Owners of mobile gaming devices are unlikely to get bored this autumn thanks to a host of new games. There should be something for fans of every genre: from puzzles to adventures to sports.
Read More

T-Mobile USA expands HSPA+ "4G" footprint

Today T-Mobile USA announced that it has launched its HSPA+ "4G" network in 8 more markets. The network is now available in Detroit, Mich.; Grand Junction, Colo.; Harlingen, Texas; Lafayette and South Bend, Ind.; Montgomery, Ala.; Roanoke-Lynchburg, Va. and Youngstown, Ohio. T-Mobile has two phones that take advantage of this network, including the T-Mobile G2 and the T-Mobile myTouch 4G. Read ...
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Motorola Droid Pro: Ready for business, but call quality disappoints

Watch out RIM, the Motorola is out to get your enterprise customers with the Motorola Droid Pro ($180 with a two-year contract from Verizon). This smartphone, unveiled at Motorola's press event at CTIA Fall 2010 in San Francisco, has some features ideal for business users and IT professionals. The other features and specs, however, aren't enough to entice the everyday user. On top of that, call ...
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Buzz Building for Sony Playstation Game Phone

The head of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications indicated that the mobile-phone maker might be working with parent company Sony Corp. on a smartphone with a slide-out controller to play videogames.
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Bluetooth used to catch dealers

Police in Bradford use Bluetooth mobile phone technology to try and catch drug dealers in the city.
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China 3G Adoption Still Sluggish Among Mobile Users

While more people in China are adopting 3G service on their mobile phones, the next generation network is still far from becoming mainstream among users in the...
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Sprint Goes From Chump To Challenger In Long-Term Evolution Becoming A Smartphone Player

Sprint’s management has acknowledged in the past that LTE deployment in conjunction with the WiMax push is still an option. LTE deployment could be fruitful to Sprint in terms of bringing the company on similar platform as its bigger rivals.
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Verizon Wireless Commits to Michigan Customers: 'We'll Stay Ahead of Your Data Usage'

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has announced today that it is near completion of a major capacity improvement project for its high-speed 3G network in Michigan this year that will ensure the company continues to stay ahead of its customers' growing data usage on their smart phones, wireless modems and handsets. The project has entailed adding 3G capacity on 115 ...
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Kelly Brook lends glamour to LG handset

LG Electronics (LG) has signed a deal with model and TV personality Kelly Brook to be the face of the LG Optimus One handset, the company’s new smartphone.
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Samsung's Galaxy Tab (Sprint version)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab is the first Android tablet that has what it takes to challenge Apple's dominant iPad.
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National Premiere of âWiring Up 4G in Los Angelesâ â Latest Behind-the-Scenes Sprint Video Hits Internet

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sprint takes to the streets of Hollywood to provide a “behind-the-scenes” glimpse into the power of 4G with its latest video, “Wiring Up 4G in Los Angeles: Capacity.”
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Motorola Droid Pro (Verizon Wireless)

The enhanced security features and touch-screen-keyboard combo make the Motorola Droid Pro a nice BlackBerry alternative, but it still has some shortcomings.
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Smart phone apps give shoppers upper hand

With an avalanche of new smart phone apps just in time for Black Friday, these hand-held shopping tools are redefining the art of consumption, blurring the distinction between the in-store experience and the virtual world of information now available in the palm of your hand.
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BlackBerry Torch: âA celebration of inspirationâ

Research In Motion, maker of the BlackBerry smartphones has recently launched its newest addition, the Blackberry 9800, also known as the Blackberry Torch.
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Telecommunications tower: Siting councilâs public hearing is Nov. 23


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Nokia X2-01 QWERTY feature phone announced

Today Nokia announced the Nokia X2-01, a Symbian S40 feature phone with a full QWERTY keyboard. The Nokia X2-01 is priced at a budget-friendly EUR80 ($110) but lacks amenities like Wi-Fi or 3G connectivity. Read the full story here.
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China 3G retail adoption remains sluggish

By the end of October, China has only 38.6 million 3G mobile phone users, accounting for a tiny proportion of the country's 800 million mobile base, the PCWorld reported on Thursday.
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Nokia admits power problems in N8 top handset

(11-19) 10:11 PST HELSINKI, Finland (AP) -- Nokia Corp. said Friday its top N8 model, aimed at making up lost ground in the smart phone market, has had power problems with some handsets not turning on after recharging....
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Sanyo halts breadmaker orders

TOKYO - JAPANESE electronics firm Sanyo on Thursday said it is unable to keep up with huge demand for its new cooker that turns uncooked rice into loaves of bread, forcing it to temporarily halt sales.
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Kelly Brook lends glamour to LG handset

LG Electronics (LG) has signed a deal with model and TV personality Kelly Brook to be the face of the LG Optimus One handset, the company’s new smartphone.
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China 3G Adoption Still Sluggish Among Mobile Users

While more people in China are adopting 3G service on their mobile phones, the next generation network is still far from becoming mainstream among users in the...
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Nokia supports Symbian amid foundation change

Nokia Corp. has reaffirmed its commitment to the Symbian platform in response to the Symbian Foundation's announcement that it is limiting its activities to its licensing operation.
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Google's Android in top spot for east Asia: GfK

HELSINKI, FINLAND: Google's Android overtook Nokia's Symbian in the third quarter as the most popular smartphone software in eastern Asia, research firm GfK said on Tuesday.
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PTC sets fees for celltower applications, funds cover engineering analysis

To cover the cost of an independent wireless consultant, the Peachtree City Council has established a new fee for reviewing permits for new cellphone towers and antennas. A new tower application fee will cost $4,500 and applications to put an antenna will cost $2,000 to review. The review of applications to put an antenna on an existing celltower will cost $250. The new fees were adopted ...
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Google's Android in top spot for east Asia: GfK

HELSINKI, FINLAND: Google's Android overtook Nokia's Symbian in the third quarter as the most popular smartphone software in eastern Asia, research firm GfK said on Tuesday.
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Thursday, November 25, 2010

Motorola Solutions Empowers Mobile Workforces to Get the Job Done Right - Right Now

The Motorola Solutions business of Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced the MC65 - one of the industry’s toughest, most flexible enterprise mobile computers. Motorola’s newest and most rugged en
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Nokia outs C2-01 3G feature phone

Today Nokia announced the C2-01, a feature phone that it expects to launch during the first quarter of 2011. Nokia says the C2-01 is its most inexpensive new 3G feature phone. Read the full story here.
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Nokia hits snag with N8 manufacturing

Symbian mobiles run into power issues Some Nokia N8 smartphones are turning themselves off or refusing to turn on after charging. Nokia has identified a manufacturing problem and has promised to replace the small number of affected phones it said in a blog post on Thursday.
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LG Optimus One Hits 1 Million Sales Worldwide

Amman, Jordan: LG Electronics (LG) today announced that worldwide sales of its Optimus One smartphone have hit one million units just 40 days after the phone's initial launch.
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T-Mobile Comet

The T-Mobile Comet makes a decent case for Android's most appealing possible price point: free.
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CSR aptX helps new Conran Audio Speaker Dock deliver CD-quality stereo over Bluetooth wireless connectivity

CAMBRIDGE, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CSR aptX helps new Conran Audio Speaker Dock deliver CD-quality stereo over Bluetooth wireless connectivity
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Cell tower variance issue to go back to zoning board

The Cellco Partnershipâs application for a use variance to build a cell tower on the Petersonâs Nursery property on Route 206 at Province Line Road will return to the township Zoning Board of Adjustment next week.
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Protecting Chinese characters in the digital era

As young Chinese increasingly forget how to write characters because they don't have to using keyboards, touch screen technology on mobile phones is reversing the drift.
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Stalkers using GPS systems in phones

Domestic abuse shelters across the country say phone GPS systems are making it harder to keep victims safe.
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Business ⺠Sanyo stops taking orders for rice bread maker, citing strong demand

Sanyo Electric Co said Thursday that it will temporarily stop accepting orders for its automatic rice bread cooker GOPAN on Dec 1 as it has…
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Windows Phone 7 now has over 15,000 developers

If you had any doubts over Windows 7 being a viable platform for development you will be pleased to know that Microsoft revealed this week that is now has over 15,000 registered Windows Phone 7 developers. The developers have also been busy bees, as they are hammering out a large number of applications to support the [...]
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China 3G retail adoption remains sluggish

By the end of October, China has only 38.6 million 3G mobile phone users, accounting for a tiny proportion of the country's 800 million mobile base, the PCWorld reported on Thursday.
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T-Mobile launches 4G wireless phone network in metro Detroit

Wireless carrier T-Mobile is adding eight metropolitan areas -- including metro Detroit -- to its next-generation 4G network today. The new network will nearly triple the download speeds of the carrier's 3G network, Regional Vice President of Engineering and Operations Bentley Alexander said. T-Mobile now has 4G coverage in more than 80 metropolitan markets in the U.S.
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