Archive for the ‘Mobile’ Category
Internet Usage Via Mobile Devices Doubled In The Past Few Years, Nokia Takes The Lead
Internet use via mobile devices has doubled in the past few years. Nokia has taken a lead amongst others in the market share, Apple and Samsung follow.
WebOS Expected To Get Ahead Of Rivals Android And iOS
HP officials have big plans for the company mobile platform, meant to boost WebOS’ popularity in the top of the pecking order. However, in order to get ahead, the company has taken a step back. Already the teams have been refreshed, with many engineers from the old guard being laid off.
AT&T Starts Throttling Unlimited-Plan Users After 2GB Monthly Data Usage
Increased data consumption has been becoming a problem for mobile carriers. And so, now they are finding ways to curb users from using excessive amounts of data each month. Apparently, AT & T has now started throttling even such users who are on unlimited data plans. AT & T no longer provides the option of an unlimited plan. But many old iPhone users did purchase the plan and are continuing with it. Much to their dismay, AT & T starts throttling them even when they beyond the data limit of 2GB.
Windows Phone 8 To Come With NFC, Multicore Support And Even Better Cameras
In the wake of the Windows 8 launch, a new PocketNow report brings to the table some interesting information. Apparently the guys running the website stumbled upon an exclusive video dedicated only to the big men in charge at Nokia, which provided some insight into the specks that the new fatty update Apollo is going to bring.
Pre-order Of Nokia Lumia 900 Available At Microsoft’s Retail Stores For $25 Down Payment
Finally, we seem to be getting near the much-anticipated launch of Nokia’s flagship Windows Phone device, the Nokia Lumia 900. Although so far, Microsoft or Nokia hasn’t told when exactly the device will be available, Microsoft confirmed that you can now pre-order your Lumia 900 at Microsoft’s retail stores for a down payment of $25.
HTC Rezound 4G Android Phone By Verizon Wireless
Engineered with exclusive Beats Audio technology and powered by the Android 2.3 operating system, the HTC Rezound for Verizon Wireless delivers a powerful entertainment experience with unparalleled audio and multimedia capabilities. You’ll experience true high-definition visuals thanks to the 4.3–inch screen HD 720p resolution–enabling you to watch movies and videos without cropping or distortion.
Apple Becomes World’s Third-Largest Phone Manufacturer
Apple has steadily taken control of the global mobile phone market over the years. While it entered the market only a few years earlier, it has launched a revolution with it’s iPhone devices. And now, as per the reports from IDC, Apple has become the third-largest phone manufacturer. Nokia is still on the top while Samsung is close behind. But Nokia’s share in the global mobile phone market is diminishing very fast and the pace at which Apple’s yearly shipments have increased, we can expect Apple to become the top vendor very soon.
Leaked Video Of Windows Phone 8 “Apollo” Tells About It’s Feature
Windows Phone 8 Apollo is meant to roll out on Windows Phone manufacturers some time later this year hopefully. So far, we didn’t know anything about it’s specific features and the support it provides. Now, however, thanks to a video of Windows Phone 8 Apollo that has been leaked, we do know the features of the OS. And the OS is excellent, it allows apps to be ported from Windows 8 to Windows Phone platform and will come with built-in Skype.
Ice Cream Sandwich Coming Soon On Samsung Galaxy Note And S II
The latest Android OS, Ice Cream Sandwich has been quite a rage of late. Android vendors are trying hard to bring it to as much of their devices as possible, mainly because it is the most user-friendly OS from the Android front so far. Samsung has recently posted on it’s Facebook page that it will soon bring Ice Cream Sandwich to Samsung Galaxy Note and Samsung Galaxy S II by the end of the first quarter of 2012.
Nokia Says Lumia 800 Battery Problems Solved, Fix For Audio And Camera Bug Coming Soon
Many Nokia Lumia 800 users have been experiencing battery issues. Nokia released an update which it claims fixed the issue. However, users said that not only did the update fail to address the issue, it further worsened the problem. On the other hand, the Nokia team that released the update says that it has tested the update and that it is working fine, completely disregarding the complains of the users.
Basic Cellphones – BenQ-Siemens A58 Arrives
The pace of cellphone market has certainly reached a point where higher-specs devices are being achieved every new day. Smartphone have particularly revolutionized it all. However, there is still the charm of a cellphone that comes by cheap, performs the very basic functions of a cellphone and is small in size. For such ties, BenQ-Siemens comes in quite handy.
Sony Ericsson ST25i Kumquat – First Real Leaked Photo?
As the Mobile World Congress date draws near, we expect to find out more news about the upcoming smartphones brought by the world’s biggest developers. But until then, we could start and make some predictions about a leaked photographed that apparently showcases Sony’s upcoming ST25i “Kumquat” Android smartphone.
Dutch Retailer Puts Up Nokia Lumia 910 With 12-Megapixel Camera On It’s Website
Nokia’s Lumia has gained widespread acclaim for being very competitive and aesthetically cool. The hype is particularly high about Nokia Lumia 900 which is to hit the markets sometimes later in this year. However, a surprising piece of news is that a Dutch retailer, Typhone, has put up an image of Nokia Lumia 910 on it’s website, claiming that the device will soon be available in Netherlands. The only different between Lumia 900 and Lumia 910 is that the latter doesn’t support LTE and has a 12-megapixel rear camera, compared to the 8-megapixel camera in Lumia 900. Can this really be true?
Sprint Galaxy Nexus One Step Closer – Google Launches Sign-up Page
Users have been very anxiously awaiting the launch of the flagship Android device, Galaxy Nexus, to launch on Sprint. It had been confirmed earlier that Nexus will definitely launch with Sprint but we weren’t given any definite schedule. However, Google recently put online a sign-up page for users who may be interested in the device as soon as it launches with Sprint. With Sprint, Galaxy Nexus will be coming with nearly all the features it has with Verizon, and some additional cookies too. Read further to know what are these.
T-Mobile Offers Additional Support For Unlocked iPhone From Jan 30
Unlocked iPhones have been increasingly in demand. Some users get the device unlocked officially from Apple, which typically costs quite lot more than the normal price tag. Others choose to unlock it themselves through different tools. T-Mobile officially doesn’t carry iPhone but the carrier has announced that it will support any unlocked iPhones that switch to it. This is definitely a welcome move by T-Mobile and will make things all the more easier for users tooling unlocked iPhones.
