Tag Archives: Smartphones

Windows Phone 7 Launches in the U.S.

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Chris Ullrich

I don’t think we’ll see the kind of lines normally associated with the launch of an iPhone, but if you’re a Microsoft and Windows 7 fan, today’s your day. Why? Well, in case you didn’t know, today is launch day … Continue reading →

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Awesome New Motorola ‘Droid 2’ Coming to Verizon Along With Special ‘R2D2’ Limited Edition

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Erik Jensen

Seems like there’s been a non-stop parade of hot new Android-powered phones releasing in 2010. We reported on the Droid Incredible back in April, the ginormous Droid X with its drool-worthy screen back in June, but check out what Motorola … Continue reading →

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Facebook for Android Updated

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Chris Ullrich

As an Android powered smartphone user, I’m aware that the best and/or most polished version of most applications usually exist for Apple’s iPhone first. Even though Android is gaining market share among smartphones (and may even eclipse the iPhone), developers … Continue reading →

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RIM Launches New Blackberry Torch 9800 Featuring New Blackberry 6 OS

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Erik Jensen

It can be somewhat puzzling to understand why Blackberry has such a commanding share of the smartphone market. That is, until you realize that corporate IT departments are notoriously slow to change and adopt new tech and RIM has always … Continue reading →

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Android Sales Beating iPhone in 2010, Nielson Says

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Cortney Zamm

Look out, iPhone enthusiasts. Your phone of choice might not be top dog for much longer. According to a report released Monday by the Nielson Co., Google’s Android devices outsold Apple’s iPhone for the first half of 2010. With 13% … Continue reading →

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Breaking: Apple Admits iPhone 4 Antenna Problem, Says Common to Most Phones, Offers Free Case as Fix

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Chris Ullrich

Today, in a press conference taking place at Apple’s HQ in Cupetino, CA CEO Steve Jobs declared to the world that the iPhone 4 has been having some problems. Jokingly calling it “Antenna Gate” Jobs reiterated the company’s commitment to … Continue reading →

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Verizon Wireless Releases Sneak Peek of ‘Tomorrow’ a 60-Second Trailer for Droid X

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Erik Jensen

Hot on the heels of Verizon’s Twitter campaign (follow @DroidLanding for details), as well as our own coverage of the Droid X here at The Flickcast, the wireless company has now released a sneak peek of a 60-second trailer for … Continue reading →

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New Report Shows Significant Android Market Share Gain

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Erik Jensen

A new report from comScore on U.S. Mobile Subscriber Market Share reveals some interesting statistics for both domestic cell- and smart-phone users. For fans of Google’s open-source Android Platform, the good news is that Android is continuing to grab ever-larger … Continue reading →

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