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Microsoft: Windows 7 Not Harming Batteries
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 9, 2010
The warnings issued by Windows 7 about failing batteries are correct, and are not causing batteries to reach this state, a Microsoft executive states.
Sour Opinion on iPad
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 9, 2010
With the pre-announcement hype subsiding, people are far from enthusiastic about the iPad, if an online survey is to be believed.
Wireless Network Security: 7 Simple Tips
By Practically Networked staff | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 8, 2010
This ubiquity of wireless networks means that there may be myriad potential network intruders lurking within range of your office WLAN.
Why You'll Use a Tablet. Yes YOU!
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 3, 2010
Touch tablets will come out optimized for operating systems ranging from closed (iPhone OS) to open (Linux) and everything in between. Take your pick.
iPad Could Grab Huge Share (of the Enterprise)
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 31, 2010
The iPad targets the business market as it simultaneously aims at the education, publishing, and gaming markets.
Smartphone Battle to Grow Fierce in 2010
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 1, 2010
The competition for this profitable business will turn increasingly tough this year as many new vendors enter the market.
Using Windows 7 in iPad? Citrix Says Yes
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published February 1, 2010
Citrix is the first to claim it will enable the iPad to run Windows 7. IT managers will be able to control who can access the Windows 7 desktop or even specific applications.
More Acquisitions Ahead for VMware?
By Larry Barrett | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 29, 2010
Technology investment researcher 451 Group predicts the virtualization software maker will pick and choose from a number of potential takeover candidates in 2010.
iPad Much Faster than iPhone
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 29, 2010
While the iPhone is underclocked to preserve battery life, the iPad has no such restriction, based on observers' reports at the iPad launch.
Enterprises Mobile Computing: the iPad?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 29, 2010
While Apple's iPad appears targeted at consumers, analysts say the iPad will earn a berth in the burgeoning enterprise mobile sector.
The Complete Apple iPad in 60 Seconds
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 27, 2010
In a nutshell, the iPad is potentially one of the most important, culture-changing tech products in history, because it can replace all media.
Tech Platform Wars, 2010: Devices Rule
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 26, 2010
Mobile computing is devouring the tech landscape, radically altering the position of Microsoft, Apple and Google and other players.
Is Apple Testing Tablet? Flurry Says Yes
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 25, 2010
A mobile analytics firm finds what it claims is evidence that Apple tablet prototypes are being tested.
Best Smartphone for IT: Blackberry vs. iPhone vs. Android
By Jeff Vance | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 25, 2010
The business-focused Blackberry is challenged by the iPhone, which is gaining enterprise share despite its consumer focus. Meanwhile the Android is coming on strong.
Google CEO Says Company Still Supports iPhone
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 21, 2010
Bing to iPhone? Not so fast. Google's CEO Eric Schmidt addresses the company's relationship with Apple, the China controversy and other matters.
Nokia Goes Global With Free Navigation
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 21, 2010
Mobile giant one ups Google in worldwide push of Ovi Maps.
Will Bing Replace Google on iPhones?
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 20, 2010
Is an Apple-Microsoft alliance brewing? Magazine says the two companies have been talking.
Macworld Expo Marches On for Apple Fans
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 19, 2010
The annual Mac extravaganza looks to become more of a fanfest for both Mac and iPhone users as well as anything new -- iSlate anyone? -- that Apple may announce.
Cisco Goes After Wireless Video
By Sean Michael Kerner | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 19, 2010
New VideoStream tech coming from networking giant aims to make wireless video as good (if not better) than wired video.
Apple Tablet Expected Jan. 27
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 19, 2010
The widely anticipated device is said to resemble a large version of the iPhone, with a roughly 10-inch touchscreen.
The Enterprise Phone: Nexus's Next Gen
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 11, 2010
Google announces that the next version of the Nexus One phone, made by HTC Corp, will be for enterprise users and might have a physical keyboard.
Qualcomm Eyes NextGen Mobile Internet Devices
By Larry Barrett | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 8, 2010
CEO Paul Jacobs says his Snapdragon chipsets will power the next generation of consumer electronics devices geared for the mobile Internet.
Google's New Phone Shakes Up Mobile Industry
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 7, 2010
Google is now a cell phone company -- but the ramifications of this new role are still hazy.
Microsoft Tablet Debuts, Pricing Unknown
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 7, 2010
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer unveiled a new HP tablet computer on Wednesday, beating Apple hotly anticipated move into the market. But does it really steal the fire?
How the Apple Tablet Could Fail
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 6, 2010
Each of these possible challenges is based on things Apple or its CEO have actually said or done.
Amazon Taking Kindle DX Global
By Kenneth Corbin | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 6, 2010
E-commerce giant upgrading largest version of popular e-reading device with global wireless connectivity.
HP Unveils First-Ever Touch-Enabled Netbook
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 6, 2010
The debut was part of a larger passel of introductions the PC maker is making at CES.
Google's New Phone: Not Revolutionary
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 6, 2010
Techies gave Google favorable reviews but noted the new phone was not a game changer was the iPhone was.
Gateway EC1430u: The 'Netbook' Notebook
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 4, 2010
Gateway EC1430u, retailing for $550, is a bit big for a netbook, yet is on the small side for a notebook. The perfect compromise?
Lenovo Unveils Non-Wintel Smartbook, 'Skylight'
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 5, 2010
Lenovo's new Linux-based Skylight runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon chip, which is also used in smartphones.
Apple to Unveil Tablet This Month, Source Says
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 5, 2010
Apple is expected to announce a 10- to 11-inch touchscreen device in the next few weeks, to ship in March.
Freescale, Hearst Jump Into the Tablet Pool
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published January 4, 2010
Will they find their own niche or become Apple roadkill?
Top Ten Mobile Voice Searches of the Year
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 31, 2009
Vlingo details what mobile users searched for via voice command in 2009.
iPhone Tops in Mobile Usage
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 22, 2009
But other brands with more models enjoy a larger share of the market than Apple, according to a new study by Nielsen.
Blackberry Email Snafu Fixed, RIM Says
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 18, 2009
RIM has resolved the issue that temporarily delayed email service for some BlackBerry users.
Google to Sell its Own Phone to Consumers
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 14, 2009
Called the Nexus One and made by smartphone maker HTC, Google's phone will run on Android operating system, according to sources.
AT&T Confronts iPhone Usage Headaches
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 11, 2009
The competition over which vendors control revenue generated by apps and services will be the essential battleground in the global wireless business.
Apple to Unveil Tablet in March 2010?
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 10, 2009
Apple could sells 1 million to 1.5 million tablets each quarter at an average price of $1,000, a veteran Apple analyst speculates.
Samsung Launches Smartphone Platform
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 8, 2009
Mobile industry observers note that unless a company has an application and operating system strategy, it risks marginalizing itself as a hardware provider only.
RIM Promotes Blackberry in China
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 7, 2009
RIM is accelerating its efforts to expand into mainland China.
Augmented Reality Apps Find Major Interest
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 7, 2009
Augmented reality apps combine real-world images with computer-generated images on a screen, usually in real time.
Nokia Scaling Back Smartphone Offering
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published December 4, 2009
The leading cell phone maker will drastically cut back on the number of different smartphone models unveils as it faces challenges from RIM and Apple.
Nokia: Linux on Only One New Smartphone
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 30, 2009
The Finnish cell phone maker will not give its product line a major shake-up.
Google Boosts BlackBerry Connection
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 25, 2009
Google has unveiled an update to its Google Apps Connector for BlackBerry, upping the number of users who can simultaneously access the Google services.
Smartphones to Surge in 2010
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 20, 2009
The robust sales growth of smartphones is expected to continuing growing in 2010.
Nokia: Businesses Interested in Netbook
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 19, 2009
Nokia launched its netbook with the consumer market in mind, yet now sees major corporate interest.
Why Android Could Fail
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 18, 2009
Google’s Android platform faces colossal challenges in all three of the factors that determine success in the handheld market.
Dell to Hawk Smartphones Internationally
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 16, 2009
Dell will sell its first smartphone in China in late November, followed by Brazil toward the end of the year.
Survey: Netbooks and Windows 7 'Starter'?
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 12, 2009
Netbook buyers say they prefer a more feature-rich version of Windows 7.
Apple's iPhone Profit Tops Nokia, Samsung
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 11, 2009
Probably surprising no one, Apple in the recent quarter was the cellphone maker generating the highest total operating profit in the industry.
Smartphone Battle: Samsung vs. Nokia
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 10, 2009
Cell phone titans Samsung and Nokia are maneuvering to win the battle with smartphone rivals like iPhone and Blackberry.
Will Andoid Kill the iPhone?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 9, 2009
Sure, the iPhone is sexy, but Google's Android mobile platform has some unbeatable advantages.
iPhone to See Enterprise Adoption
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 7, 2009
An analyst notes that current penetration, while minor, is expected to grow substantially.
Netbook Top Sellers: Acer, Asus, Samsung
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 6, 2009
Netbooks are enjoying zooming sales figures, with Acer, Asus, Samsung as the top netbook sellers.
Apple's iPhone Apps vs. Google's Andriod
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 5, 2009
Apple touts its 100,000 iPhone apps, but developers are flocking to Google's Andriod platform.
Sony Ericsson Announces Android Phone
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 3, 2009
Google's Android has gained this year as mobile phone vendors look for ways to compete with Apple's iPhone.
A Windows XP...Smartphone?
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 2, 2009
A Chinese firm is making claims of a smartphone running Windows XP, yet observers are skeptical.
RIM's Debuts its Crown Jewel: BlackBerry Storm2
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 29, 2009
The Storm2 Blackberry smartphone offers improved e-mail management and remote file access.
Google Voice: Keep Your Cell Number
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 27, 2009
Google Voice service users don't need to switch to a special phone number, an option that greatly broadens the new service's appeal.
RIM vs. Apple: Can RIM Stay Strong?
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 26, 2009
While some see RIM's lion's share of the cell phone market slipping, others note that the company remains strong.
Gear Vendors to Benefit from Busy Cell Networks
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 26, 2009
Smartphones are straining mobile networks and pushing carriers to upgrade wired broadband connections to cell towers.
Nokia Claim Against iPhone Could Reach $1 Billion
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 26, 2009
Apple could be liable for up to $1 billion if it loses a lawsuit over iPhone technology brought by Nokia, analysts said.
Apple Sued by Nokia
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 23, 2009
Claiming patent infringement, Nokia accused the iPhone maker of trying to hitch a "free-ride" on its technology investments.
Universal Cell Phone Charger Being Developed
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 22, 2009
A one-size-fits-all charger will lessen waste by reducing the number of chargers thrown away with the purchase of a new cell phones.
RIM Unveils Upscale Blackberry Bold
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 21, 2009
The new BlackBerry Bold smartphone is designed for professional users and affluent retail consumers.
Run a Business from Your iPhone: The Best Apps
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 20, 2009
The entrepreneur who ran a business completely from his iPhone talks about the apps he used. Plus: a list of the essential business iPhone apps.
Apple Looks Rosy, But iPhone Questions Linger
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 19, 2009
Even with optimistic earnings expectations, Apple must generate some robust iPhone sales figures.
Microsoft: Most Sidekick Data Recovered
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 16, 2009
Depite a Microsoft server computer failure, most of the data feared lost by Sidekick mobile phone users has been recovered.
Acer vs. Dell, the Windows/Android Netbook
By Andy Patrizio | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 15, 2009
Acer will introduce a new Aspire One netbook that dual boots both Android and Windows.
RIM to Release New Blackberry Storm
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 15, 2009
The move is an effort by RIM to challenge the the iPhone as Apple offers the device to a larger number of wireless carriers.
Toshiba Mini NB205-N210 Netbook: Good Traveler
By Eric Grevstad | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 14, 2009
Toshiba sells two Mini NB205 models, with and without Bluetooth. Both are good netbooks for their respective prices.
iPhone OS Update: Fixes Bugs, Battery Problems Remain
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 9, 2009
The iPhone OS update is a step forward yet still encounters criticism.
The Apple Tablet Won't Fly
By Don Reisinger | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 8, 2009
The world doesn't want an oversized iPhone, no matter who makes it.
Dell to Launch U.S. Smartphone
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 8, 2009
Dell will use Google's Android mobile software on carrier AT&T's network for its first venture into the remarkably competitive U.S. cellphone arena.
AT&T Allows Net Voice Calls on iPhone
By | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 7, 2009
The decision allows iPhone users to save money on phone calls with services such as Skype.
Smartphones: MSFT vs. Google vs. Palm
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 7, 2009
Each of these three major players are eyeing Apple's success with the iPhone.
Verizon, Google, Ally on Android Phones
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 6, 2009
Surprising no one, Verizon will develop and sell phones that use Google's Android OS.
Microsoft Debuts New Cell Phone Software
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 6, 2009
The new software takes aim at the Blackberry and the iPhone.
Palm Pre: Good Interface, Few Apps
By Gerry Blackwell | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 2, 2009
The Palm Pre, a competitor to the iPhone, includes a QWERTY keyboard. But it's not likely to stop the hordes flocking to the iPhone.
Mobile Cloud Computing: Is Your Phone Drifting to the Cloud?
By Jeff Vance | Mobile/Wireless Article Published October 2, 2009
The mobile cloud computing market is expanding rapidly, yet obstacles still remain to market saturation.
Dell Unveils Ultra-Thin 16-inch Laptop
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 29, 2009
Retailing for about $2,000, this isn't a back-to-school special.
IPhone MMS (Finally) Available
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 28, 2009
The activation of MMS for the iPhone 3GS and 3G finally delivers on AT&T's promises to deliver the feature.
Why Microsoft’s ‘Courier' Tablet Will Never Exist
By Mike Elgan | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 23, 2009
Despite the hype, there are at least six good reasons why the Microsoft tablet will exist only in the fevered imaginations of A-list bloggers.
Microsoft to Launch New Tablet?
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 23, 2009
One prominent -- but unconfirmed -- news source indicates that Microsoft will go toe to toe with Apple.
50 Free iPhone Apps for Business Travelers
By Troy Dreier | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 23, 2009
A free iPhone app is no risk: keep the ones that help your business and delete the others.
iPhone 3.1 Upgraders Complain to Apple
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 22, 2009
iPhone owners who upgraded to the new operating system 3.1 are complaining that battery life falls short after updating to the new OS.
Laptop Evolution: Snazzy and Sleek
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 22, 2009
The era of the boring, merely functional laptop is coming to an end.
Google: Apple Blocked iPhone Voice App
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 21, 2009
Google claims Apple flatly rejected its Google Voice application for the iPhone -- in contrast to what Apple told regulators last month.
Hot iPhone, Android Trend: Augmented Reality
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 18, 2009
Overlaying information on real-world views displayed on a smartphone camera lens is expected to become highly popular.
Enterprise IT vs. Mobile Devices
By Michelle Megna | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 16, 2009
Plenty of staffers now use their personal handheld for company business, creating myriad security and policy challenges.
Gaming on the iPhone Stinks!
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 15, 2009
Sure, Apple claims otherwise, but the platform’s drawbacks are hard to paper over.
HP Unveils New Netbook, Ultra-thin PCs
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 15, 2009
The PC maker is navigating the downturn by targeting the sweet spot of consumer desire.
iPhone Marketing Guru Looks Back
By David Needle | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 14, 2009
Having left Apple, iPhone marketing guru Bob Borchers breaks the silence and looks back on his time with the company.
Motorola's Google Phone: a Comeback?
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 11, 2009
Can the once dominant Motorola make a comeback by leveraging its phone partnership with Google?
ZaReason's Linux Netbook Strategy
By Carla Schroder | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 10, 2009
Linux PC maker ZaReason -- with its Terra A20 -- targets a tough but growing market.
Microsoft Defends Its Netbook Efforts
By Stuart J. Johnston | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 10, 2009
While some critics claim Microsoft is behind the curve on the booming netbook market, the software giant says otherwise.
Palm's New Pixi Phone Faces Tough Market
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 9, 2009
Palm's new lower cost cell phone faces tough competition from Apple and Motorola.
Nokia to Skip Operator Tailoring for Linux Phones
By Reuters | Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 9, 2009
Nokia's plan for phones using its Linux Maemo operating system is the latest twist in a battle between handset vendors and operators for access to cell phone users.

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