LG Android Tablet Release Set For Fourth Quarter

LG on Thursday confirmed that it is working on a tablet-style device that will run Google's Android platform. It also showed off the Optimus Z smartphone.
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Windows Phone 7 draws big crowd at 'gdgt' Seattle

Sang Cho/seattlepi.comRaleigh Paenitz of Microsoft gives the "gdgt live" crowd a Windows Phone 7 demo. · View photo gallery The star of the "gdgt live" gadget show Tuesday in Seattle wasn't the latest Android phone from HTC, wasn't the slick Web-TV aggregator Boxee, wasn't the iPhone-controlled multi-room music system from Sonos. It was Windows Phone 7.
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Mobile Phone Jammers May Be Deployed During Commonwealth Games

Indian security services are considering installing mobile phone jamming systems at Commonwealth Games venues durin g the sporting events due to take place this October.
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Verizon Wireless Endorses CTIA Consumer Code for Wireless Service

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless today threw its wholehearted endorsement behind the updated CTIA Consumer Code for Wireless Service. Dan Mead, chief operating officer of Verizon Wireless, said, "It's important for American consumers to have trust in their interactions with their wireless company, and Verizon Wireless works day in and day out to exceed those ...
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No smart dial in Windows Phone 7 - it should be called Windows Phone 1.0 !

July 29, 2010 [General] | By Edward J. R. It's pathetic. Windows Phone 7 is being developed by idiots. You see smart dial when you enter the dialer - by pressing talk, by choosing phone from the start menu, and with this feature also by typing from the home screen.
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LG Sentio and LG DLite Video Previewed

The new LG Sentio ultra-slim touch phone and LG DLite multimedia flip phone knock on T-Mobile's door. Check them out here.
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Ballmer says he'll give Windows Phone 7 devices to interns, too

Courtesy of MicrosoftLast week, we found out all Microsoft employees will be getting Windows Phone 7 devices when they're released -- by the holidays, in the U.S. But who's left out of the giveaway?
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Candidate finds touch-screen voting machine can be touchy

At a news conference Wednesday, John Toplikar a candidate for Johnson County Commission chairman, said he had problems voting for himself using a touch-screen machine.
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BlueAnt Q2 Bluetooth headset now available

BlueAnt has a bunch of Bluetooth headsets and hands free kits that it has been offering for a long time. I have played with a bunch of the firms gear over the years and the stuff is typically top notch. BlueAnt has announced the availability of its latest Bluetooth headset called the Q2. The Q2 has next-gen voice control and text-to-speech technology inside. The headset also integrates with ...
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Navmii GPS Live: Now Available for Denmark

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Navmii, a leading navigation and location company in the UK, today launched the latest version of its GPS Navigation application for iPhone: Navmii GPS Live for Denmark. At only 30 Krone the app delivers turn-by-turn navigation for a fraction of the cost of other apps. Navmii GPS Live for Denmark joins the hugely popular apps for Sweden, France, Spain, German, The ...
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HTC hires 2 losers from Sony Ericsson and promotes existing managers

July 29, 2010 [General] | By Edward J. R. Why HTC has just hired people from Sony Ericsson - a company that is failing and losing market share over recent years? HTC has just hired losers to steer future of HTC from positions of "Chief Strategy Officer" and "Chief Product Officer".
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BlueAnt Q2 Bluetooth headset now available

BlueAnt has a bunch of Bluetooth headsets and hands free kits that it has been offering for a long time. I have played with a bunch of the firms gear over the years and the stuff is typically top notch. BlueAnt has announced the availability of its latest Bluetooth headset called the Q2. The Q2 has next-gen voice control and text-to-speech technology inside. The headset also integrates with ...
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Bluetooth headset not your thing? How about a wristband?

The Bluetooth Wristband Speakerphone from Atomic9 is an alternative to wearing a Bluetooth headset or using a clip on visor speakerphone for your car. This one features audio caller ID, voice activated commands, vibration and sound alert options, up to 4 hours of talk-time and 160 hours of stand-by time. It’s available now for $99.99 [...] Filed in categories: Bluetooth Gear , News , Spotlight ...
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Apple Looking Into iOS 4 Performance Problems on 3G Phones

Apple has reportedly begun looking into complaints of poor performance by iOS 4 operating system on its iPhone 3G phone, a move that comes in response to weeks of criticism on Apple's forums and numerous blog posts advising people who own the older phone not to upgrade.
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LG Sentio and LG DLite Video Previewed

The new LG Sentio ultra-slim touch phone and LG DLite multimedia flip phone knock on T-Mobile's door. Check them out here.
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Windows Phone 7: Everything You Need to Know

Microsoft will attempt to recapture its lost mobile crown with Windows Phone 7 this fall. Here’s everything you know before the first wave arrives.
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Bluetooth 4.0 to show up in laptops, gadgets later this year

IDG News Service - The Bluetooth 4.0 low-power wireless networking specification has been approved, which means the technology may start appearing in devices such as smart meters and laptops later this year, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group reported earlier this month.
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Ballmer says he'll give Windows Phone 7 devices to interns, too

Courtesy of MicrosoftLast week, we found out all Microsoft employees will be getting Windows Phone 7 devices when they're released -- by the holidays, in the U.S. But who's left out of the giveaway?
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Computerworld - T-Mobile USA topped other top U.S. wireless carriers in providing overall customer care during the first half of this year, according to a J.D. Power and Associates report released today.
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Samsung Intensity II Lands at Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless and Samsung today announced the availability of the Intensity II, a sideways slider messaging device with full QWERTY keyboard. The Intensity II features a 2.2-inch display, 1.3 megapixel camera with video capture and infrared night vision, stereo ... (follow link to read)
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Palm Beach deputy speaks out about accident that almost took her life

Griffin spent almost two weeks on life support and lost her right arm after crashing her 20-foot boat into a dock north of Donald Ross Road. A boat on a dry lift fell on hers crushing her arm and causing multiple injuries.
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No smart dial in Windows Phone 7 - it should be called Windows Phone 1.0 !

July 29, 2010 [General] | By Edward J. R. It's pathetic. Windows Phone 7 is being developed by idiots. You see smart dial when you enter the dialer - by pressing talk, by choosing phone from the start menu, and with this feature also by typing from the home screen.
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Sprint posts first subscriber gain in three years

Sprint Nextel said Wednesday that it gained subscribers in its latest quarter, the first such gain in three years, as it continued to improve customer service and retention. Sprint Nextel - Customer service - Business - Telecommunications - Carriers
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Top Asian telcos eye Thai 3G

BANGKOK, July 29 â€" Thailand’s long-awaited auction for third-generation mobile phone network licences attracted interest from leading Asian telecoms firms during recent roadshows, an industry regulator said today. “Several operators showed interest in our 3G plan, but they haven’t confirmed. We have to wait for the end of August to see who will ...
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Apple to look at iPhone 3G iOS 4 problems

Some iPhone 3G owners who upgraded their phone to the latest iOS software have complained of slowness and shorter battery life. Apple now says it will be looking into the complaints.
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Son on phone with mom during fatal attack

BALTIMORE, July 28 (UPI) -- A Florida woman says she was on the phone with her son when he was fatally wounded in Baltimore. BALTIMORE - Parenting - Mothers - Home - Family
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Candidate finds touch-screen voting machine can be touchy

At a news conference Wednesday, John Toplikar a candidate for Johnson County Commission chairman, said he had problems voting for himself using a touch-screen machine.
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HTC poaches CTO, product chief from Sony Ericsson

(Telecompaper) Smartphone maker HTC has named Ron Louks as Chief Strategy Officer. In the new position, Ron Louks will be responsible for driving new strategic initiatives, technology incubation and will work closely with HTC's engineering and operation departments. Prior to joining HTC, Louks was the CTO at Sony Ericsson. Kouji Kodera has been appointed as chief product officer. As HTC's newly ...
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While Verizon smartphone users access more data through their wireless devices than iPhone users on a monthly basis, the numbers are skewed when accounting for those customers who are the biggest users.
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BlackBerry server in China? India wants a monitoring unit too

BlackBerry server in China? India wants a monitoring unit tooBlackBerry server in China? India wants a monitoring unit too
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Bluetooth 4.0 to show up in laptops, gadgets later this year

IDG News Service - The Bluetooth 4.0 low-power wireless networking specification has been approved, which means the technology may start appearing in devices such as smart meters and laptops later this year, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group reported earlier this month.
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Top Asian telcos eye Thai 3G

BANGKOK, July 29 â€" Thailand’s long-awaited auction for third-generation mobile phone network licences attracted interest from leading Asian telecoms firms during recent roadshows, an industry regulator said today. “Several operators showed interest in our 3G plan, but they haven’t confirmed. We have to wait for the end of August to see who will ...
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Candidate finds touch-screen voting machine can be touchy

At a news conference Wednesday, John Toplikar a candidate for Johnson County Commission chairman, said he had problems voting for himself using a touch-screen machine.
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Navmii GPS Live: Now Available for Sweden

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Navmii, a leading navigation and location company in the UK, today launched the latest version of its GPS Navigation application for iPhone: Navmii GPS Live for Sweden. At only 38 Krona the app delivers turn-by-turn navigation for a fraction of the cost of other apps. Navmii GPS Live for Sweden joins the hugely popular apps for Denmark, France, Spain, German, The ...
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BlackBerry maker to unveil iPhone rival

BLACKBERRY maker Research in Motion is expected to unveil its long anticipated competition for Apple's iPhone next week, Reuters reported overinght.
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Panasonic buying Sanyo, other unit for $9.4 billion

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's Panasonic Corp plans to buy out subsidiaries Sanyo Electric and Panasonic Electric Works for up to 818.4 billion yen ($9.4 billion) to strengthen its push into greener businesses.
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Sprint Nextel Posts First Subscriber Gain in 3 Yrs

Sprint Nextel gains subscribers for first quarter in 3 years, but posts wider 2Q loss Sprint Nextel - Sports - Motorsports - Sprint Cars - Auto Racing
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Android Developers Get New Licensing Service

Google has announced the release of a licensing service for Android apps in the Android Market. Android's Eric Chu says this comes as the result of feedback from developers who want better protection against unauthorized use of their apps. "This simple and free service provides a secure mechanism to manage access to all Android Market paid applications targeting Android 1.5 or higher," says Chu ...
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BlackBerry Said to Face Possible Restriction in India

Research In Motion Ltd.’s BlackBerry service may be banned in India unless the Canadian company agrees to resolve security concerns, according to a government official with direct knowledge of the matter.
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HTC hires 2 losers from Sony Ericsson and promotes existing managers

July 29, 2010 [General] | By Edward J. R. Why HTC has just hired people from Sony Ericsson - a company that is failing and losing market share over recent years? HTC has just hired losers to steer future of HTC from positions of "Chief Strategy Officer" and "Chief Product Officer".
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Son on phone with mom during fatal attack

BALTIMORE, July 28 (UPI) -- A Florida woman says she was on the phone with her son when he was fatally wounded in Baltimore. BALTIMORE - Parenting - Mothers - Home - Family
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BlackBerry Said to Face Possible Restriction in India

Research In Motion Ltd.’s BlackBerry service may be banned in India unless the Canadian company agrees to resolve security concerns, according to a government official with direct knowledge of the matter.
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Europcar Lands Touch-Screen Technology at Heathrow

LONDON, July 27,2010; Europcar, the European leader in car hire, continues to show the way in customer experience by adding to its series of innovative products, such as weDeliver and its recently released iPhone App, with the introduction of state-of-the-art touch-screen technology at its Heathrow Terminal 5 station.
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T-Mobile tempts first HSPA+ smartphone with teaser page

Today T-Mobile launched a new teaser page for its upcoming HSPA+ smartphone, which will be the first on the market. The site shows a shrouded smartphone, which appears to offer a full touchscreen, and only says "Later this year, the first HSPA+ smartphone from T-Mobile will shape the next generation. Yours." There's also a form that you can fill out for more information as it becomes available ...
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Nokia jumping into desktop web browsers with WebKit

Nokia is developing a full-fledged web browser for the desktop, Eldar Murtazin confirmed today after getting access to a beta. The famed target of Nokia said Ovi Browser would be based on WebKit, like Nokia's mobile web browser as well as Apple's Safari and Google Chrome, but would tie directly into Ovi services. Users could shop some of the Ovi Store and check their calendars, contacts and e ...
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