Smart phones
It's the best of times to be a smartphone buyer. The competition is cutthroat, innovation reigns and multiple companies are vying for attention. The smartphone market is developing rapidly and arguably the most interesting tech sector to watch.
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Kevin and I had plenty to talk about as we covered the last two weeks in mobile tech. Things are heating up after the holidays with lots of mobile shows coming our way.
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The new Digital Innovations Speaker Dock for Android lets you connect just about any Android device and enjoy audio while charging your device.
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SNL writers create some clever spoof commercials and the latest one about Verizon and it's 4G LTE network is an instant classic. I am sure many readers can relate to this skit.
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HTC announced that owners of many of their current Android smartphones will start seeing the ICS update in March.
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Path messed up by grabbing user contact data without asking and now is scrambling to figure out how to calm people down. A full wipe of all data is a good first step, but anything less is...
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Samsung Galaxy Note (AT&T)
Samsung's latest creation, the Galaxy Note has just arrived. A union of tablet and smartphone, the $300 device for AT&T offers a big 5.3 inch screen,4G data, and even a stylus.
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One billion smartphones by 2016, says Forrester
A new Forrester research report sees over 1 billion smartphones being used by 2016, while app store spending increases and 'bring your own' device becomes the norm.
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Family plan powered by Windows Phone, Galaxy Nexus love, Chrome for Android (MobileTechRoundup show #260)
Kevin and I had plenty to talk about as we covered the last two weeks in mobile tech. Things are heating up after the holidays with lots of mobile shows coming our way.
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The iPhone security model is broken ... can it be fixed?
User data is the new gold rush, and it's so easy to find and mine.
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Tuesday afternoon at the arcade (photos)
Arcades still survive, despite gaming consoles and smartphone apps. They're a great place for people-watching, and for sifting through the detritus of popular culture.
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Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)
Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the BlackBerry Curve 9370, Motorola Droid 4, and the TiVo Premiere Elite DVR.
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Why You (and Your Enterprise) Should Get an iPod touch instead of an iPhone
Workers or companies that choose an iPod touch over an iPhone could save up to 90%. And the tradeoffs may not impact you as much as you think.
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iPhone commands better resale value than Android or Blackberry
Even a four-year-old first-generation iPhone could be worth $115.
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Google's next cash cow - The iPhone
Google wants 2.25% for every iPhone sale
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For Sprint, iPhone deal represents table stakes
Sprint's fourth quarter was a mixed bag. Was Sprint's deal with Apple to sell the iPhone worth it?
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Sprint's Q4: Huge bet on iPhone (just about) paid off
The first quarter where Sprint had the long-awaited iPhone on sale brought a mixed bag of results: A rise in subscribers, but a massive net loss.
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BlackBerry Curve 9370 (Verizon)
Verizon's update to the quintessential Curve is small and stylish, but there are some pros and cons hidden within the design.
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To innovate at scale, Instagram shows restraint in the right places
Instagram has become the iPhone photo sharing app of choice, but cut through the hype and you'll find a compelling business lesson in managing scale.
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NPD: Android attracting more than half of new smartphone shoppers
Apple sold the most smartphones in Q4 2011, but Android might win the race as it is attracting more first-time buyers than iOS, according to NPD research.
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Apple to put iPads, iPhones back on shelves in Germany
After losing a patent fight with Motorola, Apple pulled its iPads and iPhones from store shelves but now has vowed to return them.
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College offers course in iPhone photography
London colleges are planning to offer a first in photography - a course dedicated to the iPhone.
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Google's Android Market 'Bouncer' - Does it offer enough protection?
A small step in the right direction.
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The all-powerful U.S. carriers: Biggest obstacle to Windows Phone
Windows Phone is failing to make a dent in the smartphone market in the U. S., and it's the carriers at fault.
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Back the Ultima: a sweet looking universal smartphone holder
Can the Ultima succeed where others usually break?
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Facebook for Android version 1.8.2 is out
Facebook for Android version 1.8.2 is just a minor release. It fixes a few bugs and improves performance. Facebook has not given a date for when to expect the next major version of the app.
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