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iPhone 3G Sales Soar, But RIM and LG Still Lead Market

The 3G version of Apple’s iPhone was the single top-selling mobile device in 2009, according to a new study by Nielsenwire. Since Apple only makes one smartphone, the top ranking is impressive. But the company still falls behind Research In Motion and LG in overall market share. Three RIM devices made the top 10, amounting to 6.3 percent of all phone usage from January through October, while four LG devices amounted to 6.4 percent of the market. At number two on Nielsen’s list, the 8300 BlackBerry series, which includes the Curve and four other models, were the most popular RIM devices. The VX9100 topped LG’s inventory. Other companies that made the list are Motorola, whose RAZR V3 series snagged third place, and Samsung, whose Rant series came in sixth. In …

[ More ] December 24th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Apple, Mobile, Object |

100 Nazi Scalps for iPhones Launched

Apalon has announced the availability of the 100 Nazi Scalps, a new arcade game that takes players to the setting of World War II. It boasts of unmatched graphics and sound where players get the chance to become brave American soldiers embarking on bloody missions from World War II. The 100 Nazi Scalps app for

[ More ] December 22nd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Mobile |

Canada finally gets the MiFi via Bell Mobility

Damn it, Canada. As an inhabitant of another country on the same continent, it is my duty to highlight all of the things we have that you don’t. I mean, who needs universal health care when you’ve got truck nuts ? Every time someone would bring up the US’ lack of Poutine , I’d counter with the fact that Canada still didn’t have the MiFi hotspot. Alas, I can no longer do so. I’m running out of stuff. Today, Bell Canada has announced the availability of the MiFi 2732, which connects to Bell’s network to provide 7.2 mbps WiFi to up to 5 …

[ More ] November 30th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Mobile |

Apple documents iTunes LP and iTunes Extras for developers

Topics: iTS , iTunes , Developer After seeing the intent by developers and artists to create iTunes LP and iTunes Extras for their music, Apple has opened up the availability to develop these features to third parties. However, automatic submission for iTunes LP and iTunes Extras is not expected until early 2010; in the meantime, it’s still a limited process and uploads must be performed manually. If you’re an iTunes contributor and you’re looking forward to developing an iTunes LP of your own, Apple has posted several resources for Extras & LP , including a best practices guide, a development guide, asset delivery tips and a testing guide. There’s …

[ More ] November 26th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Apple |

Qualcomm releases first batch of next year’s chips

Qualcomm, one of the largest fabless mobile chip manufactures in the world, has announced the availability of samples of its next-gen dual-carrier HSPA+ and multi-mode 3G/LTE chipsets. Hello Future! So, what’s the big deal? According to Qualcomm, These chipsets demonstrate significant progress toward enabling the mass-market commercial deployment of two next-generation network technologies that bring more advanced data capabilities to mobile devices for new global markets in addition to North America. Dual-carrier HSPA+ and LTE are network innovations that provide the ability to deliver more advanced data capabilities to mobile devices, supporting more compelling applications and richer …

[ More ] November 15th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Mobile |

Scary App – The iPhone Prank Comes in Time for the Halloween

The timing of the release of this app couldn’t have come at a better time! Cyoshi Games has announced the availability of the Scary App – The iPhone Prank which pretends to be a skills test where users will have to navigate a silver marble through a wooden maze by tilting their iPhone or the

[ More ] October 28th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Mobile |

Moblin on the Move: Intel Porting OS to Other Platforms

The operating system landscape continues to heat up, with news from Intel that it will be releasing a version of its Moblin netbook OS for mobile devices, desktops and in-car computers. The Santa Clara, Calif.-based technology giant made the announcement this week at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) taking place in San Francisco. The open-source Moblin is based on the Linux operating system, as is the Google-backed Android, which was originally launched for mobile devices and is now moving to netbooks and possibly other devices. On handhelds and desktops, Intel will also be competing with Microsoft’s Windows. Coinciding with Moorestown Intel showed a beta version …

[ More ] September 24th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Computers, Desktops, Handhelds, Mobile, Object |

BenQ G920WL and G922HDL Displays

The G920WL is a 19-inch, 1440×900 display while the W922HDL is slightly smaller at 18.5-inch, sporting a 1366×768 display. Both claim to be leader in power efficiency with their eco mode using only 10 and 11 watts respectively. They come with SensEye 3 auto-calibration utility, 250 nits of brightness, 5 millisecond response time and a real, non-dynamic 1000:1 contrast ratio. These models are ready for release in Europe and Asia however BenQ has remained silent on the availability in North America. Product page Permalink: BenQ G920WL and G922HDL Displays from Ubergizmo | Hot: iPhone 3GS Review

[ More ] September 7th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Computers, Green, Object |

Google makes over a million public domain books available in EPUB format

The deal may have first been announced somewhat quietly last month , but now that Sony’s come out with what’s arguably its most attractive e-reader to date , the availability of over a million public domain books in the Sony-friendly EPUB format is sure to garner a fair bit more attention. As Google announced on its Inside Google Books blog, those books are now all available for download starting today and are, of course, completely free and able to be used on the EPUB-supporting device of your choice. The move also takes on a particular prominence in light of Google’s recent fight with Microsoft, Yahoo, Amazon and the Open Book Alliance, who have taken issue with Google’s settlement with book publishers and…

[ More ] August 31st, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Handhelds |

Today On Mobilewhack

Microsoft working on Zune HD App Store? HTC Mega pictured, specced Microsoft working on Zune HD App Store? How Does Apple Approve Apps? HTC Mega Screenshots Get Leaked Verizon Wireless Roadmap Gets Leaked New BlackBerry Storm 2 Video Explains How the Touchscreen Works Photoframe 1.0 for iPhone by Gedgers Dead Panic Game App for iPhones Samsung Omnia II Screenshots Get Leaked Top 5 Free Blackberry Apps Named Samsung Instinct HD Appears on Best Buy Site RIM’s Tactical Plan for the Smartphone Wars Samsung i8320 FCC Approved Related Posts Palm Treo Pro Available from Sprint Starting Today It looks like Sprint is really hot today. We’ve seen the…

[ More ] August 23rd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Mobile |
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