We don’t understand exactly what European big-hitter Telefónica is set to gain from its new app. Free VoIP calls and messaging doesn’t sound like a massive money-spinner for a company that steers several of Europe’s biggest mobile carriers, bu…
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Rovio marks one billion downloads, untold pig casualties across Angry Birds games
May 9th, 2012
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Yeah, yeah, we all knew that Rovio was doing gangbusters with Angry Birds series, but here’s a little number to put it all into perspective: one billion. That’s how many times the slingshotting birds have been downloaded, when you add up all of the t…
Flipboard for Android ‘liberated’ from Galaxy S III demo unit, available for all
May 9th, 2012
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For many, one of the biggest causes of jealousy after the Samsung Galaxy S III launch event wasn’t that 4.8-inch screen, or the new Exynos innards, it was that beautiful looking Android version of Flipboard. Alas, the Korean mobile giant had enough c…
Fujitsu app analyzes zits and skin tone, delivers professional advice to your phone
May 8th, 2012
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That’s right, you can finally get rid of that Tamagotchi you’ve been using to pick those perfect skincare products. Fujitsu is teasing a new app that’s capable of measuring specific characteristics of the skin, even with less-than-ideal lighting cond…
Nokia announces string of new Lumia app partnerships at CTIA
May 8th, 2012
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CTIA is gaining momentum, and Nokia has just announced a slew of new app partnerships for its Lumia line at the show. Sports fans can look forward to PGA Tour, a dedicated app to cover the golfing action, while the ESPN sports hub will get a series o…
Color announces Verizon partnership, preaches the dream of streaming HD
May 7th, 2012
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Color founder Bill Nguyen describes the startup’s early life as being “in the wilderness,” a state, he adds, that can also be used to describe past projects he’s helmed (a point we can’t exactly argue). Of course, Lala finally found its way — eventu…
Sony Smartwatch SDK update adds open source music player and puzzle game extensions
May 7th, 2012
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Still wishing for some more functionality on Sony’s touch-friendly watch? Well there’s good news if you’re into slider puzzles and music playing apps, as both of these have arrived open source in the SmartWatch’s latest SDK. The music extension will …
Mobile Miscellany: week of April 30th, 2012
May 6th, 2012
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Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you’re like us and really want to know what’s going on, then you’ve come to the right place. This past week, we saw the first rollout of Verizon LTE from one of its rural partners, and both t…
HBO Go and Max Go get Android 4.0 phone support, skip tablets for now
May 5th, 2012
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Those with Android 4.0 phones like the HTC One X have been left out of watching HBO Go and Max Go on the road so far. New updates to the respective mobile apps take care of that: either premium channel will now stream directly to a phone running Goog…
Nokia Drive, Transport features revealed, not yet heading to a Lumia near you
May 5th, 2012
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Did you think the addition of offline maps was the end of the update road for Nokia Drive? That’s simply not so. After previewing the planned 3.0 refresh for us at Mobile World Congress, it appears Espoo’s drawing closer to a finalized version of the…
Samsung launches new services for the Galaxy S III: Music Hub, S Health and more
May 3rd, 2012
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Samsung has just taken the wraps off of its highly anticipated Galaxy S III and, in a move similar to Nokia’s efforts with the Lumia line, decided to package extra services and features to further differentiate itself from the competition. Mentioned …
Comcast VOD coming to Boston TiVos, next gen X1 DVR platform could launch there too
May 3rd, 2012
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Comcast already reported its Q1 results earlier today but on the earnings call CEO of the cable division Neil Smit revealed its next generation X1 cloud DVRs (previously called Xcalibur and promised for a wide rollout to “hundreds of thousands” of cu…
GameKeyboard 2.0 requires root, maps Xperia Play gamepad to all Android games (video)
May 3rd, 2012
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Upon its debut, the Xperia Play suffered from a lack of game titles that were compatible with its unique built-in gamepad. While the selection has improved considerably since its inception, the question remains: wouldn’t it be nice if the handset sup…
Microsoft ditches Windows Live brand, explains new approach to cloud services
May 2nd, 2012
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Confused by Microsoft’s array of internet/cloud-based services for Windows and Windows Phone? Then it looks like the company’s been listening to you. In his latest blog post for the Building Windows 8 blog, Microsoft’s Steven Sinofksy explains the co…
The New Essential Apps April 2012
May 1st, 2012
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iPhones. iPads. Android. We’ve updated all of our essential apps lists to include a few forgotten favorites, some long awaited arrivals and, as always, even more amazing apps. Check them out! …
BlackBerry App Generator makes app building a breeze for smartphones and PlayBook tablets
May 1st, 2012
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Looking to get your goods on a BlackBerry smartphone or tablet now that the new OS has been shown off? If so, you’re in luck. Mippin, the app creation platform, has announced that it will power the BlackBerry App Generator — transforming content int…
Jawbone unleashes Big Jambox, beefs up its Bluetooth ‘smartspeaker’ lineup
May 1st, 2012
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We’ve had a shimmer in our eye for Jawbone’s $200 Jambox, the itty bitty Bluetooth ‘smartspeaker,’ ever since it was released back in late 2010. So, imagine our delight now that the company has just stepped things up to a larger level with its new $3…
Jawbone Big Jambox review (video)
May 1st, 2012
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It was back in February when we first caught wind a beefier version of Jawbone’s Jambox, thanks to some less-than-stealthy ninjas at the FCC. Today it’s officially here. Dubbed Big Jambox, this $300 Bluetooth speakerphone and “smartspeaker” is unsurp…
Ceton’s Media Center mobile apps are for all, app and Echo extender beta signups open now
April 30th, 2012
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If you’re a Windows Media Center fan and have been drooling over the treats Ceton showed off at CES like its mobile companion apps (whether on WP7 or other platforms like iPhone and Android) and Echo extender we’ve got good news and better news. The …
