Monthly Archives: July 2010

HTC Desire to Get Android 2.2 FroYo This Weekend

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Ever since the 2.2 FroYo update for Android OS was released, Android handset users have been anxiously waiting for news from the manufacturers of their device, to see when the update would be applied to their device. If you are the owner of an (unbranded*) HTC Desire, then now is the time to rejoice, as HTC have stated that they will be rolling out the 2.2 update for the Desire across Europe, starting from this weekend. As well as including...

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GetJar Users Downloading Three Million Apps Per Day

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The big thing in the mobile world these days is applications. The major smartphone platforms such as the iPhone, Android, Symbian and BlackBerry all offer centralised stores where you can download applications for your phone. The thing is, you don't necessarily need a 'smartphone' to be able to add applications to your device, as almost all modern handsets come with support for java. Java support on a handset allows you to add features and install games, and one of the...

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iPhone 4 launches on T-Mobile and Three today

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Back when the iPhone 4 was first confirmed in June, one of the more interesting updates for UK consumers was the arrival of the iPhone on all 5 major UK networks, with both Three and T-Mobile joining O2, Vodafone and Orange supplying the iPhone 4 on their networks, as well as bringing the iPhone 3G S. Almost two months down the line now, and both Three and T-Mobile now have the device live to buy, from today. So now the...

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Amazon Kindle Updated with Free 3G

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Ahead of an online store refresh, Amazon has launched a new version of their popular Kindle e-Book reader, boasting an improved display, longer battery life and free 3G connectivity. In a deal with Vodafone, Amazon will be covering the cost of the 3G connections from the Kindle, which will use Amazon's Whispernet technology, with no monthly charges, contractual agreement or data plan needed. Available to buy in the UK from 27th August, the device is set to retail at £149....

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Networks Take the Strain as Smartphone Sales Soar

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According to Vodafone, smartphone usage on its network will increase from 20% in 2009 to 50% in 2011. Such an increase is a result of the increasingly popular Android operating system, which offers a wide selection of handset options across contract and PAYG deals, as well as the ever popular iPhone. The increase in popularity of smartphone devices isn't a major surprise, given the benefits smartphones bring to the end user. With an improved web browsing experience, a strong set...

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Opera Mini State of the Mobile Web June 2010

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Opera have released their State of the Mobile Web report for June 2010, and as well as general browsing habits they have also looked at visits to mobile sports websites, to tie in with the recent World Cup. Opera Mini is available on a wide range of handsets, across all platforms and handset types. The app really comes into its own on mid range devices that come with an average default web browser, but is even popular on Android devices...

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Now Orange Update HTC Hero to Android 2.1

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Almost two weeks ago we noted that T-Mobile had finally gotten around to releasing the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero, and now it seems that Orange are following suit, with reports coming through that the OTA update is now coming through on Orange branded handsets. The HTC Hero was one of the first 'big' handsets running on the Android platform, but from being a market leader it was soon left behind as many other handsets were released, sporting...

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Android Handset Sales Leap 350% in UK

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Sales figures for handsets running on Google's Android Operating System have leapt by an incredible 350% in the last quarter, sales figures by research analyst GfK Retail and Technology reveal, meaning that an average of one in ten handsets in the UK now run on Android OS. The amazing increase in numbers came at a time when an increase in contract sales was measured at just 1% for the same time period. One of the main benefits with the Android...

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Vodafone Cancel 360 Handsets

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Shortly before Christmas last year Vodafone announced a range of online services that would be branded Vodafone 360, promising a set of integrated internet services for mobile and PC, with an aim to change the way people accessed content on the move. Along with the announcement of Vodafone 360 came two new handsets, designed with the 360 service in mind, giving simple, easy access to the Vodafone 360 portal. The two handsets that were launched, the M1 and H1 received...

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Life in a Day

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Today, 24th July, Google are encouraging people to record their life in a day, in a unique social experiment. The idea is for people to record their activities as they go about their everyday business, and then upload the videos to YouTube. All content needs to be uploaded by the 31st July. Once done, a team of people will review the videos, and the most compelling content will be turned into a social documentary film, produced by Ridley Scott and...

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