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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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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