Mobile News
OpenMoko Neo FreeRunner to Launch July 4
Thursday, July 3rd @ 10:10am PDT
Taiwan's OpenMoko has announced its Neo FreeRunner Linux-based phone will launch on Juy 4, featuring a 640 by 480 display, Wi-Fi, and tri-band GSM.
E.U. Hits Roaming Charge Deadline
Wednesday, July 2nd @ 4:00am PDT
Yesterday marked the deadline for mobile operators to cut the costs of roaming text messages in the EU. If they don't do it voluntarily, legislation might force the issue.
Nokia Comes With Music Signs Warner
Tuesday, July 1st @ 8:30am PDT
Nokia has inked a deal with Warner Music Group to include music from Warner artist on its Comes With Music service, due in the second half of 2008.
AT&T To Offer iPhone 3G Without Contract
Tuesday, July 1st @ 8:20am PDT
AT&T has announced its U.S. pricing plans for Apple's iPhone 3G...and they include future contract-free offerings for $599 and $699.
Hands Free Only In Cali
Tuesday, July 1st @ 6:00am PDT
As of today it will be illegal to use a cell phone while driving in California, unless you use a hands-free device — and CHP warns it will be aggressively enforcing the law over the holiday.
U.K. HSUPA For T-Mobile
Tuesday, July 1st @ 5:00am PDT
Today marks the day that T-Mobile switches on its super speedy uplink mobile broadband service in the UK, putting it ahead of the pack.
BlackBerry Sales Soar
Monday, June 30th @ 7:00am PDT
RIM, the company that makes the BlackBerry, reports increased profits and a rise in sales of the handset, with a total of 16 million subscribers.
Virgin Mobile Buys Helio for $39 Million
Friday, June 27th @ 8:00am PDT
Virgin Mobile has announced it is buying youth-oriented, upscale MVNO Helio for $39 million.
E.U. Mobile Costs To Fall?
Friday, June 27th @ 4:00am PDT
The European Commission is going to lower the amount operators charge each other to use their networks by 2011, which should lead to lower charges for consumers in Europe.
Instinct Sets Sprint's 3G Sales Record
Thursday, June 26th @ 7:45am PDT
In one week, the Samsung Instinct has become Sprint's fastest-selling 3G handset, setting the scene for a battle royale with the upcoming 3G iPhone.
Virgin Mobile To Buy Helio?
Thursday, June 26th @ 7:00am PDT
Reports have Virgin Mobile USA set to buy mobile network Helio, putting it into the monthly contract market.
In-Car Internet For Chrysler
Thursday, June 26th @ 6:00am PDT
Car maker Chrysler has announced that most of its new vehicles will have a wireless Internet option, beginning next year.
Imation Debuts its Smallest USB Drive Yet
Wednesday, June 25th @ 6:20am PDT
In a moment of deja vu, Imation has once again revealed an even tinier flash drive, the Atom, which measures just 1.5 inches long.
Nokia Brings N78 Media Phone to U.S.
Tuesday, June 24th @ 9:30am PDT
Nokia is bringing its N78 multimedia phone to the United States...and, once again, the company has chosen to do so without a carrier partner.