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Sprint says HTC Hero and Samsung Moment will get Android 2.1 update
MobileBurn.com — Amid rumors that the HTC Hero and the Samsung Moment would receive an Android 2.1 update, Phone... Scoop has confirmed with Sprint that the update will indeed happen. Sprint spokesperson Caroline Semerdjian told the site the Android 2.1 update will occur during the start of the Q2 2010. Read the ... (more) Sprint says HTC Hero and Samsung Moment will get Android ...
Sprint updates HTC Touch Pro 2 to Windows Mobile 6.5
MobileBurn.com — Sprint just announced that an HTC Touch Pro 2 update is available. Version 2.04.651.4 of the Touch... Pro 2 software installs Windows Mobile 6.5, HTC Sense user interface enhancements, improves the social networking functionality, and fixes a few minor bugs. To update your phone, head over to ... (more) Sprint updates HTC Touch Pro 2 to Windows Mobile 6.5
3,000 Vodafone HTC Magic Android smartphones infected with malware
MobileBurn.com — Earlier this month there were isolated reports that Vodafone in Spain had been shipping HTC Magic devices... infected with Mariposa botnet malware. Now, as many has 3,000 Android powered HTC Magic devices have been infected with the Conficker worm, Mariposa botnet, and a Lineage (game) password ... (more) 3,000 Vodafone HTC Magic Android smartphones infected ...
AT&T Global Messaging 50 plan drops international SMS costs
MobileBurn.com — Today AT&T announced its new Global Messaging 50 package. The $10 per month subscription lets you send... 50 text, IM, picture, or video messages from more than 90 countries. The service, clearly not for messaging addicts, charges $0.40 cents for every sent message past the allocated 50. That's ... (more) AT&T Global Messaging 50 plan drops international SMS costs
Verizon Wireless explains Motorola DROID Android 2.1 rollout
MobileBurn.com — Verizon Wireless has clarified its Android 2.1 rollout schedule for the Motorola DROID. "The Android 2.1 upgrade... for the DROID by Motorola was deployed to a small number of Verizon Wireless test users as scheduled. It is expected that the broader phased rollout to all DROID by Motorola users ... (more) Verizon Wireless explains Motorola DROID Android 2.1 rollout
Palm reports net loss in Q3 FY 2010 earnings, performance "deeply disappointing"
MobileBurn.com — Palm reported its third quarter fiscal year 2010 earnings yesterday. Despite increased revenues, the company saw a... 29 percent decrease in smartphone sales to customers, and reported a net loss. Read the full story here. (more) Palm reports net loss in Q3 FY 2010 earnings, ...
Bharti Airtel in India to sell Apple iPhone 3GS
MobileBurn.com — Today Indian wireless carrier Bharti Airtel said that it has reached an agreement to carry the iPhone... 3GS smartphone in the coming months. The carrier hasn't announced a specific launch date or pricing, but it does have a splash page with more information and a "coming soon," header. Read the ... (more) Bharti Airtel in India to sell Apple iPhone 3GS
Google Buzz widget launches for Android
MobileBurn.com — Today Google announced that smartphone owners with Android 1.6 or newer installed can now download a Google... Buzz widget. The widget lets you "Buzz" what's going on in your current location, and you can also include a picture with your post. The software is free and can be installed from the ... (more) Google Buzz widget launches for Android
Press Release: Virgin Media goes Android crazy
MobileBurn.com — Android handsets arrive in force on Virgin Media. Read the full story here.... (more) Press Release: Virgin Media goes Android crazy
Press Release: Yahoo! Named as the Exclusive Search Service on Telefonica's Mobile Portal in Spain
MobileBurn.com — Yahoo! Continues to Extend Mobile Presence by Providing Millions of Telefónica Customers Across Spain With an Industry-Leading... Mobile Search Experience Read the full story here. (more) Press Release: Yahoo! Named as the Exclusive Search ...
Motorola DROID Android 2.1 update delayed
MobileBurn.com — Even though we were told an update was expected to begin at noon today, it looks like... a last minute bug has delayed the Verizon Wireless Motorola DROID update to Android 2.1. According to a screenshot obtained by Engadget, "The OTA software update for the Droid by Motorola is TBD. A new date ... (more) Motorola DROID Android 2.1 update delayed
T-Mobile USA considering joint venture with Clearwire for additional spectrum
MobileBurn.com — During an investor meeting, T-Mobile's chief executive, Robert Dotson, said that the company has been in joint... venture discussions with cable companies, namely Clearwire, in an effort to gain more spectrum. Read the full story here. (more) T-Mobile USA considering joint venture with Clearwire ...
Help Nokia design a concept phone
MobileBurn.com — Nokia recently launched its Design by Community initiative, in which it's asking mobile phone users to help... create a concept device. You'll be able to vote on what the concept phone will look like, and what its specs are. Read the full story here. (more) Help Nokia design a concept phone
Nokia launching unlimited Comes with Music program in India
MobileBurn.com — Nokia said recently that it will release its unlimited "Comes with Music" service in India. The application... allows supported Nokia phones to download unlimited digital rights management (DRM) locked music for one year. The tunes can then be played ... (more) Nokia launching unlimited Comes with Music program in India
China Mobile pursuing Apple iPhone and iPad
MobileBurn.com — China Mobile has its eyes on the iPhone and the iPad, according to AFP. "We're hoping we'll... come to an agreement on the iPhone as soon as possible," China Mobile's chairman and chief executive, Wang Jianzhou said. "We will continue to express our interest in the iPhone. But not just the iPhone, ... (more) China Mobile pursuing Apple iPhone and iPad
Sprint introduces new Mobile Broadband on Demand for wholesale partners
MobileBurn.com — Today Sprint and Telspree Communications announced Mobile Broadband on Demand. Sold through Telspree, service will allow Sprint... Wholesale partners to add prepaid wireless broadband products and services to their offerings. Telspree will help wholesale customers decide what they need and ... (more) Sprint introduces new Mobile Broadband on Demand for ...
Google denied "Nexus One" mobile trademark
MobileBurn.com — The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied Google the Nexus One trademark name, citing "a likelihood... of confusion." Another company, Integra Telecom, owns the Nexus brand. Read the full story here. (more) Google denied "Nexus One" mobile trademark
Google updates Maps for Android to version 4.1
MobileBurn.com — Google updated its Maps application to version 4.1 for Android 1.6 and newer, as well as added... live wallpaper support for Android 2.1 devices. The software includes a host of upgrades including swipe support, and a Latitude widget. Read the full story here. (more) Google updates Maps for Android to version 4.1
HTC responds to Apple's legal actions
MobileBurn.com — Today HTC issued a response to Apple's claims that HTC has infringed on 20 patents involving hardware... and user interfaces. The company says it disagrees with Apple and will fully defend itself. Read the full story here. (more) HTC responds to Apple's legal actions
Samsung S8000 Jet Ultra Edition feature phone launches exclusively for O2 UK
MobileBurn.com — Today O2 UK launched the Samsung S8000 Ultra Edition feature phone. The device is free with £15... ($22.94) per month 2-year contract or a 18-month contract with a £20 ($30.59) per month plan. The device has a gamut of features including an 800MHz processor, a 5 megapixel camera, and Samsung's ... (more) Samsung S8000 Jet Ultra Edition feature phone launches ...
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