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Filed under: Cellphones, Handhelds

Among the many ducks that Sprint (and Verizon?) will need to get in a row in order to launch their own version of HTC’s Touch Pro, FCC certification ranks pretty freakin’ high on the list. No worries, though — it’s all good, considering that just happened. An HTC device with model number […]


Filed under: Cellphones, Transportation
We feel for all of you in California who are dealing with the new hands-free legislation that came down upon you today like an edict from your overlords. If you’re one of the unlucky few who get nailed by the 5-0 for talking on your cellphone while driving, though, there’s some silver […]


Filed under: Cellphones

Although Sony Ericsson just churned out a rather impressive array of new handsets that month, it seems the outfit is still having trouble securing record-setting profits. Truthfully, it’s struggling to break even, as evidenced by the second profit warning of 2008 that was issued last week. SE is pinpointing “disappointing European sales of […]


Filed under: GPS

That first traffic update was only the beginning — Dash is announcing today its first proper software update to the Dash Express. Dubbed June08 (or v2.1), users now get three new trademarked names (among other things):

FasterFind - uses SiRFInstantFix for acquiring GPS during startup, so your Dash Express is aware of its location […]


Filed under: Cellphones, Handhelds

Ever since Motorola was tossing the Tetra name around in 2005, the grade has catered to those operating in less-than-beautiful conditions. The T-Pad smartphone is no exception to the rule, boasting a shock-proof (MIL-STD-810F) casing, IP65 waterproof rating and a keypad that resists dust, debris and any other manner of matter. Specs […]


Filed under: Cellphones

For the smattering of Canadians wealthy abundant to pick up an iPhone 3G from Rogers Wireless without worrying by the lack of an unlimited details plan, we’ve stumbled across what appears to be internal verbiage detailing the in-store activation process. Quite frankly, there doesn’t seem to be any real surprises here, but it […]


Filed under: Cellphones, Handhelds

Yo, heads up — the E71’s only half of the story with Nokia’s new line of business sidekicks. For those of us who bust out T9 text with aplomb, the E66 might be the better option, particularly when you factor in its narrower anatomy factor, arguably (okay, very arguably) nicer look, and […]


Filed under: Cellphones, Handhelds

Remember that touchscreen Motorola Blaze we’d mentioned a while back that was on the hook to get Verizon’s visual voicemail service? It may not be in Verizon stores yet, but it’s all up in Boy Genius Report’s labs with a dark red body, MING attitude, and nearly limitless mediocrity on board. The […]


Filed under: Cellphones

We’re not assured where our tipster got these pictures (nor are we going to ask), but they seem to be screens from the Treo 800w’s specification and knowledge training documentation. New tidbits include a 333 Mhz processor, 4.4.1 x 2.28 x 0.73-inch dimensions, 320 x 320 pixel screen, and a weight of 4.94 […]


Filed under: Cellphones

Motorola so had that down pat last year, but we suppose O2 is just showcasing its pedal-powered charging system now that such devices are all the rage. Just days after we had a look at two unorthodox chargers from Orange, along comes rival O2 with a bicycle-related alternative. Reportedly, the eco-friendly device will […]


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