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Dell creates communications division- Chris will be Happy

Stephen Borders — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:46:12 +0000

I just noticed this on Engadget. Since the days of the Axim many hoped that Dell would get back in the fray. Hears hoping they offer the value that they had with the Axims. Any way here is what Engadget had to say.

Turns out Mini 3i is only the beginning. Dell has announced plans to create a new Communications Group with a focus on mobile phones and similar portable devices. Current consumer division head and former Motorola exec Ron Garriques will take the helm. Not much else to say at this point, but make no mistake, Dell is now officially in the phone business for the long haul.

Our illustrious leader Chris Leckness will probably throw a party.

Via Engadget

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Opera 10 beta updated

Stephen Borders — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:00:16 +0000

Opera 10 Beta has been upgraded to Beta 2 and after downloading it to the Tilt2 web pages seem a little faster, scrolling is smoother and the slow focusing problem seems to have gone away. So if you are aching to try something different hit the link to download or go to m.opera.com/mobile from your current browser to download it directly. Also though not recommended for WM phones Opera Mini 5 beta 2 has been released as well. so if you have a BlackBerry or other mobile phone you can go to m.opera.com/next from your mobile device for that download

Opera 10 beta 2

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AT&T to release the eXpo Dec. 7th

Stephen Borders — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:00:34 +0000

According to Engadget and other sites the eXpo running WM6.5 will be released soon and will offer an optional Pico Projector to mount on the back.

Among other things, the full QWERTY slider’s packing a 1GHz CPU, a 3.2-inch touchscreen, a 5 megapixel camera, a microSD slot, and of course that removable Texas Instruments projector

It will be available for $199 on contract and $179 for the optional projector. (Press Release after the jump)

Via Engadget

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HTC Tilt 2 for a penny

Stephen Borders — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:12:29 +0000

Today only Amazon.com is offering the HTC Tilt2 and other Phones for 1cent and no activation fee with a new two year contract. If you are ready to “sign on the line”. Great Price on a great Phone.

Other Phones are:

Garmin nüvifone GPS Phonefor 1 cent
HTC Tilt 2 Smartphone for for 1 cent
Nokia E71x Smartphonein Black for 1 cent
See all the deals

Via Deal News

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Review: HTC Tilt2 from at&t

Stephen Borders — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:02:18 +0000

Having finished my time with the HTC Pure I have now turned my attention to the second device from at&t to sport Windows Mobile 6.5, the HTC Tilt2. After two weeks I must say I have enjoyed this device. Although it is not perfect, it is, in my opinion the perfect replacement for my aging Tilt. I didn’t feel this way about the Fuze because the keyboard was cramped, it felt blocky compare to the Tilt and it still had a 2.8 inch screen (although the resolution had been improved dramatically. The Tilt2 however has all the right hardware and software upgrades for me to make it a worthwhile purchase.This won’t be a comparison review as I feel many are doing these days, (well other than compare it to the original tilt), but a review of this device standing on it’s own from a person who still likes to use Windows Mobile. We’ll talk about the hardware and the software, the good and the bad what I like and dislike about it as a whole. So let’s get started – after the break

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Office Mobile 2010 Beta Now Available

Stephen Borders — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:33:58 +0000

If you are an early adopter of software or are a developer the New Office Mobile 2010 Beta is now available in the Marketplace for Mobile. I was released today along with the Public Beta of Office 2010.

Description

Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 brings the powerful Microsoft Office 2010 tools you use every day at work, home, or school, to the screen of your Windows phone with rich interfaces especially designed for small devices. By installing this application, you agree that:* This Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 Beta will be disabled on April 5th, 2010.* Prior versions of Microsoft Office Mobile that were installed after the phone was purchased will be uninstalled. You will need to re-install that software according to the instructions of your original purchase. If Microsoft Office Mobile came pre-installed on your phone, it will not be affected. * The WINDOWS MARKETPLACE FOR MOBILE CUSTOMER SERVICE AGREEMENT applies to your use of this beta application.

Features:

View and edit your Microsoft® Office® documents with confidence.

Stay connected to work from anywhere with SharePoint Workspace Mobile.

Stay connected to work from anywhere with SharePoint Workspace Mobile.

Use PowerPoint Mobile as a presentation aid.

It does require a touch screen device. If you decide to try it, let us know what you think. If you would like to know more hit the read link. Oh and it will stop working on April 5, 2010

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Motorola Droid Having Speaker Problems-May be a software issue

Stephen Borders — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:10:17 +0000

Seems some are having speaker problems with the new Droid phone in which a reboot seems to fix it for a while. Here is what Engadget has to say:

It’s no reason to panic just yet, but apparently a good amount of people are having trouble with the external speaker on their Motorola Droid cutting out for no reason. It seems to be software-related, and sometimes a reboot fixes it temporarily, but it’s a scary problem for people relying on the handset as an alarm clock (or, you know, to receive calls), since you never know when it will strike next. For its part it seems that Motorola is replacing handsets that have the issue, though that’s no guarantee of escape from the clutches of silence. Let’s hope Motorola updates us with a software patch or some other serious solution soon — people need to hear that robotic "Droooiiid" alert sound — and meanwhile let us know if you’ve been seeing a similar issue.

Engadget is taking a poll so if you are having issues head on over and vote

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Winsupersite Review of WM 6.5 – part 1

Stephen Borders — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:08:23 +0000

Paul Thurrott over at Winsupersite has posted part one of his review of WM6.5 and has made some interesting comments on the improvements made to the Mobile OS and how to him they are not as bad as many claim, rather some are better than what the iPhone has to offer. What make this review interesting, is Paul is not a fan of Windows Mobile and has stated numerous times he thinks the iPhone is the best smartphone on the market. He also makes some revealing statements as regards the reasoning for the default today screen, which makes one think Microsoft is working toward tighter integration between its platforms.

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Could Any Network Have Been Ready For the iPhone?

Stephen Borders — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:16:11 +0000

We have all heard the complaints about at&ts data network. So I was reading the Tech News over on Yahoo and I saw this article talking about at&t and how they offer different plans for different cities in an effort to help out with its Data Network problem and noticed this statement made by John Donovan the Chief Technology Officer for at&t:

“If a network is not fully loaded, it’s hard to know exactly how much demand is out there,” Donovan said. “You put all you can in the ground, and they eat it all up, and then you put more in there, and they eat it all up.”

The explosive growth in use of mobile data, which Donovan said has risen 4,932 percent at AT&T over the past 12 quarters, or in other words three years, has forced the carrier to throw out its traditional planning models, he said.

So my question is, could anyone’s network have been prepared for a 5000% increase in data traffic? What do you think?

Here is a link to the original article Via Yahoo news

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HTC Officially Announces the Droid Eris – Nov 6th on Verizon $99

Stephen Borders — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:16:40 +0000

Well we knew it was coming but now it is official. HTC has announced dates and pricing for the Eris arriving on the Verizon Network. Is this the Droid you’ve been waiting for? Does $99 seem like the right price point? Click past the break for HTC’s statement and the press release.

This morning HTC is proud to introduce the DROID ERIS, an experience packed device priced to sell this holiday season. Utilizing HTC Sense, DROID ERIS engages its user by providing a richer and more intuitive experience. For example, a seven page home screen provides ample space to place the information that means the most to you at your fingertips. Additionally, the innovative contacts feature on HTC Sense allows you to view all communications, whether it is an email, text message, Facebook, or phone call, right from that person’s contact card. The DROID ERIS by HTC will be available in stores and online beginning November 6th for $99.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.

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HTC HD2 coming to the US early next year?

Stephen Borders — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:34:19 +0000

Gizmodo is reporting the HD2 is slated to be released here in the States early 2010 on on of the major carriers. See what they had to say and a link after the break. Also, check out the press release we received last night after the break.

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The HTC Tilt2 from at&t First Impressions

Stephen Borders — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:06:12 +0000

Well I had to send the Pure back and I must say, other than not having a hardware keyboard it was one of the best Smartphones I have used. However to help get over it I now have in my possession the Tilt2 and I must say it is a wonderful piece of hardware. I will be doing a full review later, but I wanted to post some first impressions of the device. Although it is larger than my Tilt and much larger than the Pure it feels good in my hand and has the best slide out keyboard I have ever used. The large 3.6 inch screen is beautiful it is easy to read even outside. It is heavy but not too much so and it truly looks like a professional device. I am also enjoying the menu improvements of WM 6.5 although it does lag a bit here and there. So for you the readers, it there is anything you would like to know about the Tilt2, WM6.5 or a piece of software you would like to know if it runs on it, please post it in the comments.

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HTC HD2 to be Released on T-Mobile UK

Stephen Borders — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:53:04 +0000

Well it speaks for itself, if you live in the UK you can pick up this coveted device in a week. I do however think the ability to download from the Android market is a misprint. Any of you plan on upgrading?

Via Engadget and WMPoweruser

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“Why Motorola’s Droid Is a Sure-Fire Hit: Analysis”

Stephen Borders — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:11:16 +0000

Interesting post over at Popular Mechanics on why they believe the Motorola Droid will be a hit. They name a number of reasons but I think they may have hit the nail on the head. Quote and a read link after the Break.

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Palm Pixi Available on Sprint November 15th

Stephen Borders — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:38:59 +0000

We’ve known about the Phone for a while but now we know when it is coming. News from Palm the Pixi will Be available on 11/15 for as low as $99 on contract. Of course running the new Palm WebOS. I would be interested to see if the keyboard feels better than the Pre since it is not recessed for the slide mechanism. Anyway, is this the phone you have been waiting for? With the Pre now at $149, do you think it is at the right price point?

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