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HTC Touch HD: The Latest iPhone Rival

Dan Nystedt — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

HTC teamed up with network operator Taiwan Mobile to launch the Touch HD. Taiwan Mobile, one of the largest mobile network operators on the island by subscribers, plans to launch the device next month

RIM BlackBerry Storm Shortcuts: 20 Touch Screen Tips and Tricks

Al Sacco — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The new BlackBerry Storm smartphone is packing a brand new version of RIM's handheld OS, v4.7, and with that OS comes a whole new set of shortcuts. These 20 tips and tricks will help you get the most out of your shiny, new Storm--and its SurePress touch screen.

Apple Hit With Lawsuit Over iPhone Safari Browser

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Lawsuit is just the latest legal action filed against Apple for the iPhone including an allegation in January by Minerva Industries and then a suit in March over visual voicemail.

Mobile Phones of 2009: Meet the Next Wave of Awesome Handsets

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Next year is shaping up to be another banner year for cool cell phones. Here's a look at what you can expect in 2009.

BlackBerry Storm Video: BlackBerry Application Center Walkthrough (CIO.com Hands-On)

Al Sacco — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

RIM's answer to Apple's iPhone App Store, the BlackBerry Application Center, debuted on the touch screen BlackBerry Storm last week. Take this video walkthrough with CIO.com's Al Sacco to get a hands-on look at the new BlackBerry software distribution channel— and see why it still needs work.

Smartphone OS Showdown: iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Symbian

Harry McCracken — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The 'smart' in smart phones comes from the software they run. Which operating system--iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, or Symbian--packs the most power, usability, and potential?

RIM BlackBerry Storm Accessories: 10 Must-Have Add-Ons for $10 to $100

Al Sacco — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

RIM's BlackBerry Storm 9530, the first touch screen BlackBerry, hits U.S. retail shelves today, and with it will come a veritable storm of related add-ons. We've hand-picked 10 of the best BlackBerry Storm accessories, so you don't have to mess with the rest.

TeleNav Shotgun Standalone GPS Navigator Review

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

TeleNav's first dedicated GPS navigation unit is definitely worth a look--but it's not perfect.

RIM BlackBerry Storm 9530 Review: Disappointing...

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Research in Motion's (RIM) BlackBerry Storm looks handsome enough, but it will disappoint prospective buyers hoping for a credible touch-based iPhone alternative.

iPhone to Blame for Lewd Picture in E-Mail, Man Says

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The iPhone does many things well. But this probably isn't one of them...

RIM BlackBerry Storm vs. iPhone 3G: 8 Reasons to Pick the Storm

Al Sacco — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

With the new BlackBerry Storm set to hit U.S shelves next week, many smartphone enthusiasts looking to go the touch screen route will soon have to make a decision between RIM's first touch device and the popular iPhone 3G. In this second installment of a two-part series we offer up eight reasons to embrace the Storm.

Apple iPhone 3G vs. BlackBerry Storm: 8 Reasons to Pick the iPhone

Al Sacco — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

With the new BlackBerry Storm hitting U.S shelves next week, many smartphone enthusiasts looking to go the touch screen route will soon have to make a decision between RIM's first touch device and Apple's popular iPhone 3G. In this first installment of a two-part series we offer up eight reasons to pick the iPhone.

The Future of Mobile Malware

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Proliferating mobile spyware? iPhone botnets? F-Secure's Mikko Hypponen and Andrew Storms from nCircle offer their projections on the next threats to mobile devices.

RIM BlackBerry Storm 9530 (Verizon) to Ship Nov. 21 for $250

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Verizon will start selling RIM's answer to the iPhone 3G on November 21; a rebate will bring the Storm into price parity with Apple's handset.

Six Free Apple iPhone Downloads You Don't Want to Miss

Al Sacco — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT

You can realize the full potential of your Apple iPhone smartphone without touching your bank account. These six free downloads will keep you up to date on news and sports, connect you with friends and colleagues, ensure you've got an endless supply of free music and even provide a birds-eye-view of most of the globe.