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Turn Your Wireless Routers into Access Points
By Eric Geier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published July 2, 2009
Your aging wireless router can help increase the wi-fi coverage in your home or office.
iPhone 3GS 3.1 Update Due Soon
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published July 2, 2009
As fears of overheating units and insufficient inventory plague the iPhone, Apple is moving quickly to release an iPhone OS upgrade.
HP ProBook 4510s: Well Priced, Stylish
By Gerry Blackwell | Mobile/Wireless Article Published July 1, 2009
The Hewlett-Packard ProBook 4510s is a stylish and reasonably muscular 15.6-inch widescreen notebook.
iPhone Apps for 3.0 OS and the iPhone 3GS: 50 Downloads
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 30, 2009
Utilities, fun, business, travel – the top iPhone apps to use the new 3.0 OS and the iPhone 3GS capabilities.
Dell to Enter the Handheld Market
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 30, 2009
The prototype is described as slightly larger than Apple's iPod Touch.
Smart Phones, Facebook to Push Mobile Ad Market
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 29, 2009
Within two to three years, the mobile ad market should see a dramatic upswing.
Palm Takes It on the Chin, Still Fighting
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 27, 2009
Forget the non-impressive current results, the company might benefit from some good developments, like an app store strategy, favorable Pre demographics and the webOS ecosystem.
Acer Aspire 3935 Laptop: Pricey but Sweet
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 25, 2009
The Acer Aspire 3935 isn't the cheapest laptop on the shelves but it lives up to its boast about offering "glamor and efficiency."
Netbook Review: Asus 1000HE, the 'Champ'
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 24, 2009
With different user needs, it's hard to call one netbook "the best," yet the Asus Eee PC 1000HE has as good a shot as any netbook.
Mobile Unit Allies: Nokia and Intel
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 24, 2009
Angling for a break in the all-important mobile market, Intel joins with Nokia.
Google Phone Hits Shelves in August
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 23, 2009
The Google mobile unit will compete against the Pre and the iPhone.
iPhone 3.0 Software Review: Apple Catches Up (Mostly)
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 22, 2009
The free iPhone software update moves the handheld forward, but could have gone further.
iPhone: 3G vs. 3G S
By Larry Magid | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 22, 2009
The iPhone 3G S is a pricier option. Is Apple's new iPhone worth it?
iPhone 3G S: Over One Million Sold
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 22, 2009
Apple's latest iPhone is a stunning success in its market debut.
Analysts Still Bullish on RIM
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 20, 2009
Research In Motion didn't wow investors with its Q1 earnings, but industry observers are far from discouraged.
iPhone Crowds Fairly Small
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 19, 2009
Some lines appear in front of Apple and AT&T stores, but nothing like the iPhone's debut.
Get Your iPhone 3G S (If You Pre-ordered)
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 19, 2009
Apple announced it has sold out of the initial iPhone shipments based on pre-order sales.
Why Apple Should Dump AT&T
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 17, 2009
Thanks to AT&T's slow execution on support for new iPhone features, its horrible customer service, and its high and confusing prices, yet another iPhone launch has been compromised.
Fixes for Wi-Fi Hotspot Annoyances
By Eric Geier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 17, 2009
A guide to securing your connection, accessing remote files, sharing connections and more.
iPhone Apps: the Top 46 Oddest
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 15, 2009
You have all the productive iPhone apps already loaded. Now it’s time for a little amusement.
Cell Phone Sales Hit Hard
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 14, 2009
The recession has produced a double-digit slump in sales of mobile handhelds -- with one notable exception.
Is Love for iPhone 3G S Fading Fast?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 10, 2009
Questionable support and a robust pricing structure is prompting some kvetching even among the faithful.
Netbooks: Okay, Ten Inches is Final
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 10, 2009
The size of netbooks has inched larger over time yet seems to be settling in at 10 inches.
New iPhone: S for "Speed"
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 9, 2009
The new iPhone also sports video capability, among other upgrades.
Why the Palm Pre Will Fail
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 28, 2009
Pre is not ready for business, can't top the iPhone for consumers and is entering the market at the worst possible time.
The iPhone's Future: Smartphone Showdown
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 27, 2009
An industry analyst shares insights from Apple about the iPhone's future.
Netbook Wars: Linux, Android, Windows 7
By Matt Hartley | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 28, 2009
The perceived "failure of Linux on netbooks" has nothing to do with desktop Linux. It's a matter how desktop Linux and Android are presented to the end user.
Microsoft to Unveil New Zune
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 27, 2009
Later this year the software giant will launch a refreshed competitor in the music player market.
Apple Mum On Rumor Of New iPhone
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 5, 2009
Speculation is rampant that an updated iPhone will be announced at worldwide developers' conference on Monday.
Next iPhone Details Leaked (Unofficially)
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published June 2, 2009
A brief sighting of the next generation iPhone reveals a tantalizing array of upgrades, including video capability.
The Cell Phone as Wi-Fi Hotspot
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 26, 2009
A forward-looking vendor is seeking to turn the lowly cell phone into a wireless hotspot.
Nokia Unveils Online App Store
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 26, 2009
Following the lead of Apple's popular iPhone App store, Nokia is now selling content online.
Acer to Release Android Phone this Year
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 21, 2009
The PC vendor will introduce a cell phone that runs Google's Android OS.
iPhone Without Data Plan May be Released
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 19, 2009
A leading industry analyst expects Apple in coming weeks to unveil new iPhones that will appeal to more cost-conscious consumers.
Nokia Launches Its Lowest Cost 3G Cell Phone
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 18, 2009
The new cell phone is the least expensive so far from from Nokia.
Mobile Allies: Sybase, Amazon, Samsung
By Alex Goldman | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 17, 2009
Sybase shows great flexibility as it works with a diverse blend of app vendors and device companies.
Verizon to Offer HP Netbooks
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 15, 2009
The HP netbook is priced at $199.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and with a new two-year activation on a mobile broadband plan.
Google Improves Search on Cell Phones
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 13, 2009
Google touted various new offerings, including a solution for better search on cell phones.
What Wi-Fi Eavesdroppers See on Unsecured Networks
By Eric Geier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 12, 2009
Understanding how Wi-Fi eavesdroppers work helps you protect your own wireless communications.
In-House Tech Support vs. Palm, Andriod
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 12, 2009
After handling the headaches of the iPhone, still more handhelds are challenging in-house tech support.
Wireless to Get Faster -- Much Faster
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 11, 2009
The recently proposed standard is expected to be as much as ten times faster than current Wi-Fi standards.
Wi-Fi Advice: Wi-Fi Boosters, Hotel Wi-Fi
By Aaron Weiss | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 8, 2009
A Wi-Fi guru tackles some of the toughest Wi-Fi questions, including security and life on the road.
Have Mobile Devices Grown Too Numerous?
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 7, 2009
As the recession-resistant mobile sector keeps growing, the blizzard of choices verges on confusion for consumers.
Asus Eee Top ET1602: Stylish Package
By Joseph Moran | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 5, 2009
Asus Eee Top PC ET1602 boasts a stylish design, a touch-screen LCD display, and an integrated Wi-Fi. Yet its performance is just okay.
Steve Jobs Gets Pwned
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 7, 2009
Apple fumbled hugely by allowing the Kindle to dominate the rapidly growing eBook device market.
iPhone Outsold by the Blackberry
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published May 5, 2009
The mighty iPhone lost its status as the top-selling cell to Blackberry, according NPD.
Do iPhone Apps Live Longer than Fruit Flies?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 30, 2009
iPhone app users spend about 9.6 minutes at a time with their apps, accessing them nearly 20 times before they're abandoned.
50 iPhone Apps for Mobile Workers
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 28, 2009
iPhone apps for workers -- and surfers -- on the run.
Using Old Laptop is Costly, Study Finds
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 27, 2009
Using a laptop for too long levies a "failure tax" on users, a study concludes.
Google's Android Keeps Expanding
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 24, 2009
A new developer solution will port Google's Android to an ever expanding array of devices.
Top Netbooks: the Eight Best Netbooks Compared
By James Maguire | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 21, 2009
The top netbooks all offer a similar feature set. So which small portable is the very best?
Gateway UC7807 Notebook: Good Looking Compact
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 23, 2009
Gateway positions its first 13.3-inch notebook as a good-looking compact for travelers who can't afford to pay the luxury tax -- but it ain't skinny.
New Bluetooth Taps Wi-Fi
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 22, 2009
The new Bluetooth will use Wi-Fi to speed up wireless transfer.
Windows 7 Tweaked for Netbooks
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 21, 2009
Two versions of Windows 7 will be slimmed down for netbooks, with the focus on a lean and fast OS. But are the OSes too bare bones?
HP Mini 2140 Netbook: Upscale Portable
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 20, 2009
With a 10.1-inch screen and an ExpressCard slot, the Mini 2140 is HP's effort to romance mobile professionals or serious students.
Netbook Sales Strong
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 17, 2009
Amid a slumping PC market, the low-end continues to be healthy.
Why is the iPhone Still Tethered to AT&T?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 16, 2009
The limiting factor is the type of carrier network that Apple wants. And there may be few alternatives, despite consumer desire.
Cheap Smartphones are Hot Sellers
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 15, 2009
Amid the recession, cell phone vendors are seeing robust sales of low-end but still highly capable mobile units.
Samsung to Debut Android Cell Phones
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 10, 2009
Phones with the Google OS seem to be on the upswing.
Is Microsoft's Mobile Photo Service Easier than Nokia's?
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 9, 2009
By some accounts, Microsoft's MyPhone service may be due for serious popularity.
Apple Rumor: Video Record for iPhone?
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 7, 2009
A mysterious job listing suggests that video recording may be in the works for the iPhone. Plus: better image for the iPod?
Living with a Netbook: Battery Life to Screen Resize
By Michael Horowitz | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 6, 2009
Okay, so you've bought that new Acer or Samsung netbook, but how do you extend the battery life, get the best apps and easily resize the tiny screen?
Google's Plans for Mobile Apps
By Owen Linderholm | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 6, 2009
Google's software for mobile phones will benefit from a unified platform and an ambitious world view.
T-Mobile Gear to use Andriod, Paper Reports
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 6, 2009
Leading carrier T-Mobile will launch a major effort in the home gadget market with units that use Google's Andriod OS, according to a newspaper report.
eBay Reveals App Store Details
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 5, 2009
eBay has ambitious plans for an app store, which will be a venue for developers in the expanding mobile market.
Netbook Market Challenges Windows
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 3, 2009
Clearly Windows is the top dog in the emerging netbook market, but the competition seems tougher all the time.
HP Considering Google's Android
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published April 2, 2009
HP is weighing possible use of Google's Android OS, which could significantly affect Microsoft's Windows OS.
The 10-Minute Netbook Guide
By Jamie Lendino | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 31, 2009
Buying a netbook? Here’s everything you need to know to make the right decision.
Wi-Fi Phone for Skype: Mobile Skype
By Ted Stevenson | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 30, 2009
Our reviewer finds that the IPEVO So-20 Wi-Fi Phone for Skype is reasonably priced and works well over Wi-FI. But the audio isn't great at high volumes and the device lacks non-voice functions.
Skype Launches iPhone, Blackberry Service
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 30, 2009
Skype will debut iPhone service this week and BlackBerry service in several weeks as it strives to move beyond its traditional desktop market.
Hacking iPhone 3.0 for Fun and Profit
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 28, 2009
Though still months away, the next iPhone is attracting a new crew of hardware hackers. (And no, what these 'hackers' do isn't typically illegal.)
Newest Netbook Competitor: Verizon
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 28, 2009
The telecom provider has a chance if it can offer lower connection fees than its competitors.
Smartphone App Use Soaring
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 27, 2009
The rise of the mobile apps is meteoric, and is now attracting ad dollars.
The Apple Rip-Off
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 25, 2009
Who else but Apple would make headphones proprietary? And what about the RAM upgrade for $6,100? Is there no limit to the Apple dollar-grabbing madness?
Netbook Review: HP Mini 2140, the 'Mobile Professional'
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 25, 2009
The HP Mini 2140 netbook is HP's first netbook targeted at the professional crowd. We find it handsomely understated, or, if you prefer, understatedly handsome.
Netbooks, Linux and the Lenovo S10
By Carla Schroder | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 18, 2009
A look a the netbook world, focusing on the Lenovo S10 netbook and open source software.
Mobile Phone World in Flux
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 19, 2009
The world of the once lowly cell is teeming with new innovations, including targeted apps and enterprise tools.
Blackberry App Store (Almost) Open
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published March 19, 2009
Research in Motion says that the firm's competition to Apple iPhone store will open this month.

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