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February 07, 2008


Qualcomm surges ahead with multi-mode 4G chip

Qualcomm surges ahead with multi-mode 4G chip


Qualcomm has announced that they are the first to have created a chip which can meet the standards of multiple 4G networking standards. Not only can their chip support Long Term Evolution (LTE), but also meets the standards of the LTE's lesser known competitors.

The MDM9600 and MDM 9800 chips will offer support for the upcoming EVDO Rev. B and the UMB standards for CDMA broadband speeds. The chips will also support 3.5G technology, such as the earlier EVDO format. Qualcomm plans to sample the devices in Spring 2009, which gives us a time frame on when we can see 4G become the new 3G.



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Red Pantech Duo for AT&T

Red Pantech Duo for AT&T

AT&T announced today that they will now offer the Pantech Duo in red for their users. The dual-slider is best known for its horizontal and vertical sliding QWERTY and standard keypads. Here is some key specs for the newly acquired AT&T device:

Pantech Duo Features:
  • 3G connectivity
  • Dimensions: 4.02" x 1.97" x 0.83"
  • 240 x 320 resolution
  • Windows Mobile 6
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    Nokia to offer camera-less E51

    Nokia to offer camera-less E51


    Suppose you work in a highly secure building that doesn't allow camera phones through their doors. Nokia is offering a camera-free E51, for users who want full access to high-end mobile features, but who can't have a camera phone on their daily trip to the office.

    Running off of the Symbian S60 3rd Edition user interface, the E51 is a business-oriented device offering a wide selection of spectrum support including quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and WCDMA (2100 MHz). The camera-free edition will be available at some point this quarter for around $366. -- Andrew Dobrow



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    AT&T lets current iPhone owners upgrade without changing contract

    AT&T lets current iPhone owners upgrade without changing contract


    The announcement of the 16 GB iPhone raised some questions for those of us who already own the 8 GB model of the device. AT&T has made an announcement answering some questions about upgrading to the 16 GB model.

    Users were discovering that it seemed their contracts were automatically being extended to a new 2-year agreement, but AT&T says that because of a quirk in the iPhone activation, this is just an illusion. The new phone is automatically backdated to the original contract date, so you won't have to wait even longer to upgrade again. Users can also keep their same number when they make the jump.



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    Modu modular phone multi-talented with "jackets"

    Modu modular phone multi-talented with


    Modu has some big plans for their new modular phone. Reps from Modu say that they can create $1 billion of revenue with their new device, using modular "jackets" which can change the phones function and design depending on what use you are in need of.

    Modu's system relies on a range of cases which transforms the device into a texting device, music player, or gaming device, depending on which "jacket" you use. By January of next year, Modu plans to have a series of slots called "modu mates" available to morph the phone into a photo frame, clock, and other devices. The new device launches in Russia, Italy and Israel in October.



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    Ericsson announces U500 12 MP mobile platform

    Ericsson announces U500 12 MP mobile platform

    Megapixels might not be the main concern of camera phone users. I mean, right when you hit the 3 MP mark, photo resolution becomes satisfactory for the amateur photographer. This isn't stopping Ericsson from introducing their new U500 mobile camera platform.

    This year we're going to see some 8 MP camera phones popping up, and when this baby gets released in the first half of 2009, we can plan on seeing 12 MP camera phones. It might cost you an arm and a leg, but making poster sized prints of camera phone images might be worth it.



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    T-Mobile releases ROM upgrade for Shadow

    T-Mobile releases ROM upgrade for Shadow

    While the new ROM upgrade for the T-Mobile Shadow doesn't do much in the way of offering any updates for Windows Mobile, but nevertheless, the upgrade does a few new goodies for Shadow users.

    A new application called "audio postcards" creates an MMS message which allows you to add images and audio which can be selected from the main Home screen. Also upgraded is a few tweaks to the MyFaves screen and improved text input.



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    Samsung to re-launch U600 with haptic fingertip vibes

    Samsung to re-launch U600 with haptic fingertip vibes


    The Samsung U600 candybar phone has sort of gotten lost in the crowd among the manufacturers other similar devices. A good move on their part, Samsung is relaunching their U600, this time around adding in some haptic feedback and finger vibration.

    The new "Black" U600 keeps most of the same specs as the previous model, but is said to further increase the interaction between device and user with the haptic touch technology. O2 is said to have exclusive rights over the device, and it will retail for around $200.



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    MobileScrobbler gets major update, brings iPhone and Last.FM even closer

    MobileScrobbler gets major update, brings iPhone and Last.FM even closer


    Even if you own a Windows Mobile or Symbian device, your options of integration with Last.FM is grounded at a bare minimum, so it's a welcomed shock to mobile OS X users that MobileScrobbler has a home on the usually closed door iPhone.

    The newest build of the software, now at V. 1.40, the entire interface of the application has gotten a face lift, adopting a much more native looking UI as well as easier navigation. The new update also incorporates multi-gesture control, allowing a few finger swipes to control your audio. All you need is a jailbroken device to use the app. [MobileScrobbler's Site]



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    February 06, 2008


    Sprint unveils Unlimited Access Pack

    Sprint unveils Unlimited Access Pack


    This is what we like to see. Everything all bundled up into one clear and clean package. Sprint has announced a new wireless plan, their Unlimited Access Pack, which offers unlimited voice, data, texting, email, and picture messaging for the total sum of $119.99 flat rate each month. As far as we know, this is the first all-inclusive package of its kind, and is sure to make the idea of package bundling a whole lot less stressful.



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    Oscar nominees get first dibs on ROKR E8

    Oscar nominees get first dibs on ROKR E8


    Motorola announced today that their music-centric ROKR E8 will be shipped first to be included as a gift in the goodies given to select attendees of the Oscars. The nominees for best acting and directing will each get a special edition E8, with an exclusive personalized false iguana-print box, blue for males and red for the ladies. The devices themselves remain untouched, though the nominees also get a ROKR S9 HD headset.



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    Google likely out of 700 MHz spectrum race

    Google likely out of 700 MHz spectrum race

    An article from Forbes indicates that Google might already be out of the race for the coveted 700 Mhz auction. Analysts don't believe Google will be the one shelling out billions for the C Block spectrum, but it's more likely that Verizon Wireless will be.

    Verizon is eyeing the nationwide block to further close the gap between themselves and AT&T. Verizon currently owns 49 megahertz of spectrum compared to AT&T's 75 megahertz. Google on the other hand will save their money for other endeavors.



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