smartphones

Sprint Looks to Lure New Customers With iPhone 4S Promotion

Bonnie Cha in Product News on May 18 at 3:58 pm PT

If you’re not happy with Verizon’s latest news about unlimited data plans, Sprint would be happy to have you.

Verizon Unlimited Users’ Plans Not Going Away, but Options Likely to Narrow

Ina Fried in Mobile on May 17 at 8:28 am PT

Those who have an unlimited data plan and want to move to a 4G LTE phone might want to get a move on it.

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The Era of AppNation Has Arrived

Beth Callaghan in Numbers on May 16 at 4:59 pm PT

It seems like a foregone conclusion that the era of the app has arrived.

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Google to Expand Mobile-Device Partnerships

Amir Efrati, Reporter, The Wall Street Journal in Mobile on May 15 at 2:30 pm PT

Google Inc. plans to give multiple mobile-device makers — rather than just one partner — early access to new releases of its Android mobile operating system and to sell those devices directly to consumers, said people familiar with the matter.

Nokia Hopes Pair of Cheap Phones Will Help Regain Some Ground in Emerging Markets

Ina Fried in Mobile on May 15 at 2:38 am PT

The Nokia 110 and 112 both promise basic Internet access, free games, and connections to Facebook and Twitter, for under 40 euros.

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Court Issues Mixed Ruling in Apple-Samsung Patent Case

Brent Kendall, Reporter, The Wall Street Journal in Mobile on May 14 at 12:46 pm PT

In a mixed ruling, a federal appeals court on Monday revived Apple Inc.’s bid to block U.S. sales of Samsung Electronics Co.’s Galaxy Tab tablet computer, but rejected other Apple legal claims that sought to bar sales of Samsung smartphones.

Huawei Aims to Be Smarter About Its Phone Branding

Ina Fried in Mobile on May 11 at 5:00 am PT

Still excluded from selling its carrier-grade networking gear, the Chinese company is looking to make a name for itself in the U.S. smartphone market.

Bill Clinton Highlights Global Cellular Success Stories as CTIA 2012 Wraps Up

Ina Fried in Mobile on May 10 at 12:56 pm PT

Addressing a techie crowd in New Orleans, the former President talked about ways he is seeing technology, especially cellphones, creating new opportunities across the globe.

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HTC Evo 4G LTE Set to Arrive May 18

Bonnie Cha in Product News on May 9 at 2:19 pm PT

Sprint’s newest 4G Android smartphone, the HTC Evo 4G LTE, will be available starting May 18 for $199.99 with a two-year contract. The smartphone will be compatible with the carrier’s new 4G network when it launches later this year. It runs the latest version of Android, and its highlights include a 4.7-inch high-definition touchscreen, an eight-megapixel camera and a built-in kickstand. If you already know this is the phone for you, Sprint is taking preorders now.

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