History rhymes: Android dominates smartphones like Windows dominated PCs
Android's success doesn't rest with one device. Some hardware partner will cook up something to entice the masses and swarm Apple.
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When does Apple's Tim Cook era really begin?
New Apple CEO Tim Cook may be underestimated at first, but analysts say his imprint on the company's roadmap will start appearing in the years to come.
RIM moves to higher mobile ground with BlackBerry Mobile Fusion: Is it too late?
The new plan for RIM revolves around focusing on what it does best for mobile device management software---asset management, configuration, security policies, group administration and centralized management.
Nokia's Lumia 900 launch: Can it crank up the unit volume?
Nokia's Lumia 900 launch is respectable, but can the company move enough units to turn the company around.
Can RIM close the BYOD gap with Mobile Fusion?
The beleaguered smartphone maker has a lot riding on Mobile Fusion, which is RIM's entry to the bring your own device movement.
Palm CEO: WebOS bigger than just the Pre base
Despite reporting dismal quarterly results, CEO says company is strategically on track and will launch the Pre on time. Palm envisions an entire product line built on its new WebOS.
RIM's PlayBook: Early read is that it's selling say analysts
With Research in Motion's BlackBerry World kicking off---and a new BlackBerry Bold with touch---all eyes remain on the PlayBook and whether the company's savior tablet will sell.
Early access to Apple's iOS 5? Nice idea in theory, stupid for most of us
A hack that allows you to upgrade to Apple's iOS 5 without a developer account is all the rage. Developers got access to iOS 5 on Monday and it was quickly accessed via a backdoor for the masses. This move sounds great in theory, but the average bear should steer clear.
McAfee: Trojan targets Windows Mobile
McAfee has unearthed a Windows Mobile PocketPC Trojan that disables security, installs via a memory card, can't be uninstalled and makes itself your home page.According McAfee's Avert Labs blog, the Trojan has been discovered in China.
RIM's Osborne effect course set in March 2011
The "Osborne Effect" refers to the unintended consequences of announcing a future product ahead of its availability. RIM's BlackBerry 10 chatter has killed BlackBerry 7 sales.