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dealzmodo
Sprint's $1 Netbook With Two-Year Contract
Getting locked into a two-year contract for a netbook is iffy, even if it's only a dollar—look at where netbooks were 18 months ago. But if you're so inclined, Sprint's offering said deal for the Compaq Mini. [jkontherun] -
wimax
Clearwire Swears They'll Have WiMax in 80 Markets in 18 Months
Musing on whether they'll position themselves under the teat of federal stimulus funding, Clearwire says they're still gonna have WiMax in 80 markets over the next 18 months. With just nine launching in 2009, good luck. [Unstrung via DSL Reports]
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Comment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: If this thing actually takes off nationwide, I'm guessing we can say goodbye to cellphone companies. All calls can just... 5 Responses | Other threads
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designmodo
HTC Hero's Teflon Coating Makes the iPhone Feel Like Junk
Yesterday I held the new HTC Hero next to my iPhone. Not only the new Android handset has a surprisingly cool design—straight out of JJ Abrams' Star Trek or Kubrick's 2001—but it kicks the iPhone's plastic ass. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Rii: You have to expect that with any black glossed object. I have a white backed iPhone and i don't see... 37 Responses | Other threads
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femtocell
AT&T Confirms Femtocell for 2009 Release
AT&T femtocell, the Wi-Fi-like hotspot that improves AT&T signals in your home, is still on track for a 2009 release. But now that I'm rocking 7.2Mbps in Chicago anyway, the prospect is not quite exciting as it used to be. [mobileburn] -
intel
Intel and Nokia Partner To Make Future Something-Or-Other
Just as reported, Intel and Nokia had a big fancy announcement to tell everyone that they're going to be doing something together in the future—the specifics of which wasn't important (or defined) enough to mention today. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by guineapirate: Whatever it is, whatever the price, function, lack of function, color, size, gender, smell, political view, etc. I'm going to... more » | Other threads
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iphone
Ultrasn0w 3.0 Unlock for iPhone 3G Ready For Download
They've finally delivered: the Dev Team has released the Ultrasn0w full unlock for last-gen iPhones running firmware 3.0. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Linval Bailey Jr.: What exactly is the point of unlocking if you can't take advantage of Tmobile's 3G network? 6 Responses | Other threads
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speedtest
Chicago iPhone 3G and 3GS Users: Send Us Your Speedtest Data!
Hey Chicago iPhone 3G and 3GS users. Want to help us out? Download the Speedtest app for your iPhone, and run it. Why Chicago? Because AT&T's been testing 7.2Mbps there. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by dfetzer: seriously i'm on the cusp of returning my 3gs. I had 2g and when I turn off 3g things... 2 Responses | Other threads
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politics
Senator Kerry Doesn't Like Apple-AT&T Exclusive iPhone Deal
Presidential race loser and US Senator John Kerry (remember him?) has sent a note to the FCC basically asking why AT&T has an exclusive iPhone contract with Apple. Two years after its introduction? This horse is late to the race: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: I understand monopolies are bad, but I don't think exclusivity agreements should be banned. If both companies agree to the... 38 Responses | Other threads
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iphone 3gs
iPhone 3GS Review
What's the point in buying a new iPhone if it looks exactly like the old one? Because once you start using it, the speed of the iPhone 3GS will amaze you. More » -
apple
Apple Tells UPS To Hold Your iPhone 3GS Until "Future Delivery Date"
You've ordered the iPhone 3GS, Apple has shipped it, and UPS has picked it up and even taken it to your local branch... but that doesn't mean you will be getting your hands on that 3GS goodness just yet. More »
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By Simon CrispComment by Obey__: Ok, so i ordered my iPhone Via AT&T premier online store. I upgraded my plan and bought it on the... 16 Responses | Other threads
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apps
'Incoming' iPhone App Allows You To Use Skype Over 3G and Edge
The new app "Incoming!" makes it possible to use Skype over 3G and Edge networks by turning all of your outgoing calls into incoming calls with the help of a partner desktop app. More » -
apple
Dev Team Teases Carrier Unlock For iPhone 3.0 Firmware, Will Demo Tonight
The iPhone Dev Team has got us excited (and Apple worried) by announcing they have a fully-working software carrier unlock ready for the 3.0 firmware ahead of its official release. More »
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By Simon CrispComment by Bryan: When will it be jailbroken? Also, the modem firmware in the release i have ( 02.30.03 ) can't be unlocked? (... 12 Responses | Other threads
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apple
iPhone 3GS Preorders Shipping
If you put in an iPhone 3GS preorder, chances are that this won't be news to you. But several readers have reported receiving UPS tracking numbers for their new iPhone 3GSes. Hooray for them! In the meantime, we're going to just tell people we have an iPhone 3GS while shying away from requests to see the new Compass app or video recording. [Thanks Jeremy, Ken and others!]
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By Mark WilsonComment by FiddlingWhileJimRomeBurns: I folded like a freakin' map on this...wasn't going to upgrade (from 3G), but since my business line was eligible... 8 Responses | Other threads
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apple
Will Future iPhone Games Run on Your iPhone 3G?
The short answer: For the time being, yes. But in the future, you may want to upgrade. The long answer after the jump. More » -
iphone 3gs
Apple Should Learn a Few Things From the Zune Software Upgrades
Do you remember how Microsoft gave first-gen Zune users all the features that could be properly implemented via software update? Apple should be doing this for the iPhone 3G. More » -
apple
iPhone 3GS Complete Feature Guide
As expected, the new Apple iPhone 3GS is out. We were right: The photos of the new iPhone were real. Here you have a comprehensive guide to the iPhone 3GS' new features: More » -
WWDC '09
Apple Store Is Down, New Products Coming
It's happening again. As expected, new products are coming. Check out our liveblog for realtime updates from Apple's WWDC 2009 Keynote.
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By Jesus DiazComment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: Spelling Fail: The Ketel One ad above spells Gentelman instead of Gentlemen 7 Responses | Other threads
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apple
Rumor: Next iPhone Code Named 'iPhone 3GS'
John Gruber of Daring Fireball, certainly no stranger on this site to iPhone news, rumors and speculation, is positive tomorrow's event will feature an "iPhone 3GS". More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by snitch: If this guys is right and all Apple does is just give the iPhone a bullshit speed bump and more... 23 Responses | Other threads
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rumors
Rumor Smash: iPhone Videoconference Shots Are Fake
In case you still had any doubts, here's the definitive proof: The screenshot of the videoconferencing iPhone is just a doctored screen which uses the bottom menu of the Skype application (Skype icon conveniently obscured by the lamesite's watermark). More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Eruanno: Oh my, I just can't stop laughing at the IRON BAR!! picture. It's just brilliant. Almost makes me wish you took... 4 Responses | Other threads
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analysis
Is This Really the iPhone 3G 2009?
Most of the rumors and speculation say that there wasn't going to be video-conferencing in the new iPhone 3G 2009. However, a last-minute batch of images point to the contrary. Or do they? Update More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by MyNameIsTooAwesome: If it has a real browser, I ll buy it. 7 Responses | Other threads
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e3 2009
Gizmodo's Mission Critical E3 Gear
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WWDC '09
WWDC 2009 Banners Are Up, Let the Speculation Begin
Here they are: The WWDC 2009 banners are up at San Francisco's Moscone Center. "One year later. Light-years ahead." What could this mean? More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by ReginaPhalange: I feel like I've been waiting long enough for 3.0 at this point that by the time it's out, I'll... 13 Responses | Other threads
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rumors
Yet Another Blurry and Fake iPhone 3G Summer 2009 Image (It's Iron Bar Time!)
As WWDC '09 races towards us, we keep being bombarded by alleged iPhone 3G Summer 2009 images. This is the last one, which looks totally FAKE to me. (Click to enlarge both images.) More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by TheSonOfKrypton: Number 1, there's no iPhone 3.0 software on that (supposedly) third generation iPhone. Number 2, the headphone port is... 24 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
"Leaked" Fido 2009 Roadmap Points at $99 4GB iPhone with iChat
We talked about 4, 8, 16 and 32GB models for the iPhone 3G Summer 2009 line before, and now BGR is pointing at a new $99 iPhone 4GB with iChat AV. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Andre Ondre: Who would buy this the specs are dated. 4GB iphone LOOOOOOL 14 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
New iPhones May Go From 4GB to 32GB, Source Claims
As I said, leaks are increasing as we approach WWDC '09. Engadget now says that a "trusted source" claims 4, 8, 16, and 32GB iPhones. "If true," Chris says, "this would lend credence to the belief that Apple will be introducing at least two new models this summer." More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Aztronot: Meh. The Zune HD is more interesting to be honest... 10 Responses | Other threads
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breaking
First iPhone 3G 2009 Screens Look Very Real To Me
I'm looking at these images from a Hong Kong blog, and they totally look like The Real Thing™ to me. Sure they are blurry, but those applications' user interface definitely screams Apple design. The gallery shows the compass and autofocus in action—which can't work in current hardware. More » -
iphone
Next-Generation iPhone 3G Parts Revealed by Chinese Wholesaler?
Wholesaler China Ontrade.com has posted parts from the next-generation iPhone 3G 2009: The LCD screen and the middle internal bezel. They even have pictures comparing the new parts to the old ones: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Shabbis: I hope not. LCD and not OLED? Apple will once again fall behind in terms of hardware with Sony and... 12 Responses | Other threads
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at&t
AT&T's Network State of the Union: It's Getting Faster, If Not Better
Okay, if you live in New York or San Francisco, it means approximately dick, but AT&T's still tryin' real hard, with HSPA 7.2Mbps 3G going nationwide this year (in time for the new iPhone) and finishing up in 2011. More »
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Comment by twentytwo_: Any news on where? Most of the east coast is a 3G disaster. Good luck finding any 3G... 3 Responses | Other threads
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wireless
Verizon MiFi 2200 3G Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Review
We're at least a generation away from internet on everything. Until then, the Verizon MiFi 2200 will drive one 3G cellular data connection over Wi-Fi to a handful of gadgets at once. More »
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By Brian LamComment by Pnizzle - I am your father.: wouldnt it be cheaper to just tether your 3g phone to you laptop for example then distribute it using your... 3 Responses | Other threads
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iphone apps
How to Hack the iPhone to Use SlingPlayer and Skype Over 3G
AT&T's impotent network—and good ol' fashioned greed make it do douchey things sometimes, like lock down SlingPlayer and Skype for the iPhone. But you can unlock their true 3G powers.
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Comment by kingoftowns: Skype - dont use it Slingplayer - prefer ORB turn by turn before 3.0 - i got gmaps are there any other... 8 Responses | Other threads
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sprint
Sprint Selling MiFi 2200 Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot for Its 3G Service
Remember how well Sprint 3G did in tests? And how much we like portable hotspots? Put them together with the $100 Novatel MiFi 2200, and you have a pretty nice setup, dubbed "Sprint Mobile Hotspot." More »
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Comment by TheCrudMan: I've said it before and I'll say it again, after paying for hardware and signing a 2-year contract I want... 3 Responses | Other threads
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at&t
WSJ: Unlimited Data Phone Plans Are Doomed Thanks to the iPhone
The complicated tango between the iPhone and AT&T's network isn't a new story, but the latest stats—web browsing eats 69 percent of phone bandwidth—highlight the fragility of networks, allowing fresh portents of doom. More » -
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HP Mini Netbook on Verizon to Launch May 17th, Alongside MiFi Portable Hotspot
Boy Genius Report has it on very good faith that Verizon will be bringing out the HP Mini 1151NR netbook on May 17th, which not-so-coincidentally is the same date Verizon is releasing the MiFi. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by ZaxxonQ.com: A monthly payment option would be nice... especially for those individuals who are already Verizon customers and cannot get Dell... 2 Responses | Other threads
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macbook 3g
More MacBook 3G Evidence: Snow Leopard's Got Bits for Built-in 3G Hardware
Adding to the pile of evidence that MacBooks are gonna get built-in 3G—like the search for Mac hardware 3G testers—the updated System Profiler in Snow Leopard has a dedicated spot for WWAN, which would only be the case for built-in hardware. June does seem like a good time for 3G MacBooks, don't you think? [AppleInsider]
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Comment by tande04: I'm not at all surprised by a 3G MacBook. They've had 3G in PCs for years. On the flip side... 8 Responses | Other threads
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wifi
Verizon MiFi 2200 EV-DO Router Delivers Portable WiFi (With a Hefty Fee)
The sleek Verizon MiFi portable hotspot converts 3G signals into WiFi for up to five devices, which is pretty sweet. But the monthly fees aren't so pretty. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Geeum: Omnia + wmwifirouter app = better than this. 4 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Apple's Looking for MacBook 3G Testers: Hmmmm
An AT&T exec hinted at a MacBook with built-in 3G earlier, and now Apple's looking for a Mac Hardware QA engineer to test "3G Wireless WAN in a detailed, timely manner." Hmmmm. [Apple via CW] -
3g
Take Wired's 3G Smartphone Speed Survey
The sequel to their iPhone 3G speedtest, Wired's doing a nationwide speedtest for every 3G smartphone. It takes 5 minutes, and we're interested to see how it compares to our own nationwide 3G test. [Wired] -
apple
Rumor: MacBooks Updated With Built-In 3G and Pro Apps for WWDC
9to5's "favorite Apple source" says that WWDC will bring "minor" updates to the MacBook and MacBook Pro lines. The source mentioned speed bumps and "3G hardware built-in." I don't know about you, but 3G hardware built-in seems like a pretty big deal to me. The source also speculated with non-removable batteries for other laptops than the MacBook Pro 17. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by robot-shmobot: Just give me a 10inch Macbook Air with wifi and 3G for $799 and I'll be happy. 3 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Sidekick LX 2009 Info Coming Tomorrow?
According to an "leaked" T-Mobile Memo, we should "Get Ready for the New Sidekick LX" and "Additional information regarding launch dates, pricing and availablility [sic] will be available on the Retail Communication Home Page on April 17." We'll keep an eye out for the Sidekick lovers in the audience. [Hiptop3 via BGR]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Kaspir: any ideas on when they're going to get a 3G B-berry? the Curve 8900 is supposed to be good too,... 2 Responses | Other threads
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lenovo
AT&T 3G Compatible Lenovo Netbook Appears in FCC Filing
Guess what recently showed up in the FCC database: A 9-inch Lenovo netbook with a built-in 3G card. Because of its AT&T compatibility, it looks like this netbook will be joining the iPhone at the network that gets "more bars in more places". [FCC via Engadget]
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By Andi WangComment by Rhainor: Ooh, nice. Not quite as cool looking as the Aspire One, but there's something to be said for simplicity. 1 Responses | Other threads
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