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Verizon Expects a 4G Smartphone Earlier Than Planned (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Verizon Wireless hopes to debut its first 4G smartphone in the middle of next year, months earlier than planned, a company executive revealed Wednesday. The new handset will debut about three to six months after its Long-Term Evolution network launches, Verizon Wireless CTO Anthony Melone told The Wall Street Journal.

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Opera Mini 5 Released for Android-Powered Smartphones (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Opera Software launched an Android version of the company’s Opera Mini 5 mobile browser Thursday that promises to significantly improve page loading and speed on compatible smartphones. The beta release continues the company’s campaign to increase the visibility of its browser on a global basis.

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Apple’s Suit Would Block HTC’s HD2 Windows 7 Phone (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Apple is attempting to put the brakes on one of the first Windows Phone 7 Series smartphones. Apple’s suit against HTC would block the company from releasing its HD2 mobile phone equipped with Microsoft’s new mobile operating system in the U.S.

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AT&T Chief Says iPad Will Mostly Use Wi-Fi Links (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – As Apple gets ready to ship its Pads with AT&T as the exclusive U.S. 3G carrier, the wireless giant’s CEO seems to be downplaying expectations by saying the tablet computer will be “largely a Wi-Fi-driven product.”

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Patent Wars Heat Up for Apple, Nokia, Kodak and RIM (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Apple is one step closer to potentially taking a bite out of Nokia’s U.S. market share. The U.S. International Trade Commission on Thursday said it will review the iPhone maker’s complaint against the Finland-based mobile-phone giant. The ITC is also reviewing a similar complaint from Nokia against Apple.

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Windows Mobile 7 May Be Ready Sooner Than Expected (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – For months, mobile-phone users have heard rumors that Windows Mobile 7 might be delayed. However, Microsoft’s mobile operating system may be in the hands of users sooner than expected.

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AT&T, T-Mobile Add HSPA+ To Speed Up 3G Networks (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – AT&T and T-Mobile announced major upgrades to their 3G networks Tuesday that eventually should help both carriers overcome problems arising from heavy data demands by smartphone subscribers.

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Microsoft May Bring Xbox Live To Windows Mobile (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – What if you could play all your favorite Xbox Live games on your mobile phone? You may soon be able to do just that, if a job listing from Microsoft offers any clue.

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Sony Ericsson Announces ‘Green’ Phones and Headset (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Like many companies, Sony Ericsson sees green dollars in green, environmentally friendly products. On Monday, the handset maker announced two new mobile phones and an accessory as part of its GreenHeart initiative, so consumers can “make an educated green choice without compromising on design and functionality.”

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Ailing Nokia Launches ‘Designer’ Slide Smartphones (NewsFactor)

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NewsFactor – Nokia announced two new slider 3G phones Tuesday — the 6700 Slide and the 7230. The Finland-based company described the new models as “made for the design-conscious consumer and optimized for socializing and sharing.” The devices are among a series of steps Nokia is taking to recover from a downturn.

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