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April, 2010 Articles

MyTouch Slide Will Be Available in Red, Black, and White with “Genius Button”

by Kevin Krause on April 13th, 2010

Yesterday brought us a bunch of new pics of the red and black myTouch Slide for T-Mobile, and now we are learning they will be joined by a white counterpart as well. All of the handsets will also feature a little “g” among their soft keys known as the “Genius Button,” as was spotted in [...]

Android April Brings Three New Handsets to Vodafone

by Kevin Krause on April 13th, 2010

Vodafone is stepping up their Android game with the introduction of three new phones to their lineup, the HTC Desire, HTC Legend, and Sony Ericsson X10, for what they are deeming Android April.  You heard right, that’s three more reasons to consider Vodafone if you are a citizen of the UK who wants to get [...]

NFL App Launches on Verizon

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

After the their contract with Sprint ran out, the NFL was quick to sign with Verizon as the exclusive mobile provider of NFL content. Now the result of this partnership is coming to fruition with the release of the NFL Mobile app for Android (and other VZW) devices. The app gives users quick access to [...]

Dell Mini 3iX 3G on Chinese mobile regulator

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Two Dell handsets were spotted among the listings on Chinese mobile regulator TENAA’s site, including the up-until-now unseen Mini 3T1. The other device listed is the Dell Mini 3iX, a phone not too dissimilar from the Dell Aero on AT&T. The 3iX should be sporting Android as it’s operating system and operates on WCDMA bands. [...]

Dell Streak/Mini 5 Making the Rounds

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Looks like Dell is trying to stir up some hype and potential media partners for the Dell Streak / Mini 5, as it took a trip to the MTV offices and the set of internet tech show Cranky Geeks last week. While Greg Clayman of Viacom/MTV tweeted praises for the device, Rob Enderle revealed a [...]

NASDAQ Adds Smartphone Index Featuring Google

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

With a little help from the Consumer Electronics Association, the smartphone  industry has earned its own NASDAQ index, solidifying the influential status of smartphone devices, their manufacturers, and associated interest groups. Among the  companies included in the index is Google, a sign of how important Android has been in the growing smartphone market. Joining Google [...]

Even More MyTouch Slide Pics

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Earlier today Quentyn brought some images posted through TmoNews to your attention, and it looks like the folks over there have got their hands on a few more. This time they have some shots of the black color scheme for the Slide, and the device is looking pretty good. Highlighted in the images is the [...]

HTC EVO 4G Surfaces in Sprint’s Inventory

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Yesterday we posted an early look at a bunch of HTC EVO 4G accessories, and now there is a listing in Sprint’s inventory for the device, months ahead of the scheduled release. The listing with the matching HTCA9292 model number is going for the small fee of $5,555.55. Of course, this placeholder price will eventually [...]

iAd Could be Savior for Google-AdMob Deal

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Last week the FTC began making the arrangements to bust Google’s AdMob buyout on the grounds of the company creating an advertising monopoly across mobile and computer platforms. Now we are seeing a potential lifeline emerging in the form of Apple’s recently announced iAd platform. With Apple’s built-in consumer base, their advertising system will easily [...]

Google and Apple to Account for 75% of Tablet Market

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

An interesting report from electronics market research firm IMS is already making predictions on the outcome of the commencing tablet wars, and their figures indicate two very interesting things: 1) Tablets WILL catch on and create a revenue stream to the tune of $3.6 billion, and 2) Android and Apple will be the leading forces [...]

Nook Release at Best Buy Official

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Coming as no real surprise, Barnes & Noble’s Nook will be finding a home on the shelves of a Best Buy near you come April 18th. Priced at $259.99, the Nook will now be easily available to a larger consumer base, as many were having trouble finding units up to this point. Whether or not [...]

Verizon Still Promising 6 New Devices

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

So now that the Kin One and Kin Two are out of the way, Verizon is promising in an internal memo that they are not the only devices that will be seeing a launch this quarter. More great news for the HTC Incredible, which is almost a sure-thing considering there are still four more of [...]

UPS App Now on Android Market

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

UPS released a brand-spanking new app for Android today, allowing you to take all of your package and shipment tracking on the go. Aside from this helpful feature for the impatient, the app also locates the nearest UPS Stores and shipping centers, making it easier than ever to get a handle on your incoming and [...]

Verizon Stocking Up For HTC Incredible Launch

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

While our original story that the HTC Incredible would be officially announced today ended up being what became the announcement of Microsoft’s Kin 1 and Kin 2, the ramp-up towards the Incredible release only continues as we see in a new leaked inventory pic dug up by no other than our very own sleuths over [...]

The MotoBlock Could Actually Be Real, Dubbed The Motorola Twist

by Quentyn Kennemer on April 12th, 2010

Last night, we reported on a picture that landed into the inbox of PhoneDog’s John Walton. We didn’t know what to think of this perky little thing, at first, and we asked you guys to give your opinion on it. After just half a day of torturing ourselves trying to figure this thing out, someone [...]

WePad Pricing, Release Date Revealed

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Earlier today we learned that Google has its sights set on the tablet market with their own Andorid-based tablet device. While this announcement is sure to steal the limelight away from the WePad — which made quite a splash when first announced — pricing details and a release timeframe have emerged regarding the German-made tablet. [...]

X10 In Australia, Free On Telstra May 4th

by Rob Jackson on April 12th, 2010

For Aussies awaiting Androids, they’ll get a free infusion on May 4th when Telstra launches the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10. To get it free you’ll have to hand-over a handsome sum of money, signing up for the $110 Ultimate plan on a 2-year contract, a total of $2,640. Of course you can always purchase it [...]

Streaming Music Showdown: Pandora

by Kevin Krause on April 12th, 2010

Pandora may be one of the most easily recognized names in mobile streaming music, and rightfully so. The service and app are packed with plenty of great features making it a great choice for the soundtrack to a long drive or an instant party mix. There are some caveats — Pandora isn’t perfect — but [...]

Google Sets Sight On Goggles With Plink Purchase

by Rob Jackson on April 12th, 2010

This past December Google published Google Goggles to Android Market. It didn’t create a HUGE stir, but the possibilities and potential implications of its practical use are certainly far reaching. Snap a picture of a place, thing, barcode, text or anything else and the seemingly magic Goggles will tell you at exactly what you’re looking! [...]

WiMAX 2 Garnering More Interest From Hardware Vendors

by Quentyn Kennemer on April 12th, 2010

Naturally, progression from one decent piece of technology to an even better piece of technology should attract supporters and ralliers, right? Well, WiMAX 2 is doing just that. As more and more realize that WiMAX 1.0 is – even with its relatively early adoption cycle – beginning to lose its luster, others are trying to [...]