BlackBerry gives Saudi govt 'codes' to phones

BlackBerry maker Research In Motion has agreed to hand over coveted “codes” to users’ phones to try to avert a ban on its Messenger service in Saudi Arabia.
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Verizon Wireless to offer limited edition R2-D2 Motorola DROID 2 Android smartphone

Today Verizon Wireless announced the DROID 2, an Android 2.2 powered smartphone with a 3.7-inch touchscreen display, a 5 megapixel camera, and a full QWERTY keyboard. The carrier also said that it will launch a special edition R2-D2 version of the phone, for Star Wars fans, beginning in September. "The special version of the phone will feature exclusive Star Wars content and external hardware ...
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Wipro recognised as first Bluetooth test facility in India

Bangalore, Aug 10 : Global software major Wipro Technologies has been recognised as India's first Bluetooth qualification test facility by the Bluetooth trade association, the IT bellwether said late Tuesday.
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LG Electronics Unveils Self-Diagnosing Customer Service Feature for Laundry Systems

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Aug. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA today launched a new self-diagnosis technology for LG clothes washers and dryers that delivers added convenience while saving consumers time and money. Called SmartDiagnosis(TM), this LG-developed innovation helps customer service representatives quickly and efficiently troubleshoot mechanical issues over the phone, limiting ...
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