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March 11, 2010
Special Report on The Competitive Mobile Landscape
Mobile carriers and handset makers are facing growing competition and ever-thinner margins as new technologies, new concerns and new economic realities take their toll. How will the players cope?

Over 150 Million Smartbooks by 2015
[February 22, 2010] Just what is a smartbook and why does ABI Research predict 163 million will ship worldwide by 2015?

Will Android Dominate Mobile World Congress?
[February 11, 2010] An outline of the big mobile device trends we can expect from Mobile World Congress -- and some predictions. Will we see a new mobile Internet browser from RIM?

AT&T, Verizon Hang Up Their Lawsuits
[December 02, 2009] Even with the settlement, Verizon's 'There's a map for that' ads that poke fun at AT&T's 3G coverage will continue.

Sidekick Snafu: Data Restored But Lawsuits Filed
[October 16, 2009] Can Microsoft bring back lost user content in time to stave off more lawsuits?

Palm's App Store Getting Ready for Lift Off
[October 06, 2009] In an approach that's the polar opposite of Apple's, Palm is set to open app distribution to the entire webOS developer community.

IBM Brings Collaborative Notes to iPhone
[October 06, 2009] Lotus Domino 8.5.1 is first version to natively support the iPhone via its Lotus Notes Traveler software.

Is 'Pink' Key to Microsoft's Mobile Strategy?
[September 21, 2009] Rumors suggest Microsoft will go its own way with Windows Mobile-branded phones, but is that such a good idea?

Mobile's Next Big Thing: Augmented Reality
[September 18, 2009] Developers have high hopes for smartphone apps that overlay data on images of the real world. First up, iPhone 3GS and Android devices.

Nokia's Open-Source MID on Tap
[August 27, 2009] The Finnish mobile giant is ready to offer a MID device running on Maemo, its Linux-based mobile OS.

Microsoft Makes Its Case at Mobile Devs Camp
[August 20, 2009] Microsoft tries to convince developers that there's gold in them there mobile apps.

P2P Causing Mobile Network Congestion as Well
[July 21, 2009] Just like it did to wired Internet connections, peer-to-peer apps are clogging networks that can't handle the kind of bandwidth they need.

Apple, RIM, Agree With EU on Charging Standard
[June 29, 2009] Top manufacturers, including Apple, LG, Motorola, Nokia, RIM, Samsung and Sony Ericsson, agree on charger compatibility.

RIM CEO: 'We're Not Taking Our Foot Off the Gas'
[June 19, 2009] Is the BlackBerry maker losing luster or just gearing up for an offensive as it rolls out key models this summer?

Wireless Carriers Defend Text Message Pricing
[June 17, 2009] AT&T and Verizon defend text-message price hike and exclusive contracts on Capitol Hill.

Mobility Abuzz with LBS as Hot New Sector
[June 12, 2009] iPhone apps aren't the only location-based apps making headlines, as RIM acquires Dash Navigation.

Google Amps Up Android Tally
[May 28, 2009] Up to 20 Android handsets will go on sale this year as new offerings from Palm and Apple loom.

Nokia's Rival to Apple's App Store Hits the U.S.
[May 26, 2009] Finnish phone giant launches its centralized smartphone application store -- though not without a couple stumbles out of the gate.

Windows Mobile Synch Service Starts Public Beta
[May 20, 2009] Synching service works on any Mobile 6.0 phone or later.

House Panel Mulls Wireless Regulation
[May 07, 2009] Lawmakers concerned about competitive issues in mobile sector, looking at ending exclusive device deals, reining in special access fees.

Verizon Earnings Rise on Wireless Data Strength
[April 27, 2009] The telecom giant posts solid numbers for Q1 based on strong wireless demand and Alltel acquisition.

Is Mobile Broadband Still Considered a Luxury?
[April 10, 2009] The rapid growth in mobile broadband hit a snag in the fourth quarter, suggesting it's tied to discretionary income and not a must-have.

Google, Yahoo Have a Message for iPhone Users
[April 08, 2009] Yahoo updates Messenger for the iPhone, while Google bows a new version of Gmail for mobile.

Forget U2, RIM Is the Real Rock Star Today
[April 03, 2009] RIM beats earnings estimates as it continues to leverage what one analyst says its its unique data carrying advantage. Should Apple be scared?

Microsoft Touts Mobile Marketplace Experience
[March 31, 2009] At CTIA, Microsoft shows off its new coolness factors for Windows Mobile users.

Skype for iPhone Lands at Apple App Store
[March 31, 2009] The new Internet phone app for iPhone makes its debut as the company defends limiting calls to Wi-Fi only.

Mobile Innovation at the Crossroads
[March 19, 2009] Up next: M-Commerce, simpler devices and more targeted applications.

RIM's App World Store Ready to Rock
[March 19, 2009] RIM executive confirms the company's BlackBerry App World store is on track to go live this month.

Mobile Innovation at the Crossroads
[March 19, 2009] Up next: M-Commerce, simpler devices and more targeted applications.

RIM's App World Store Ready to Rock
[March 19, 2009] RIM executive confirms the company's BlackBerry App World store is on track to go live this month.

Achtung, Baby: U2 Dumps iPod for BlackBerry
[March 17, 2009] RIM takes on corporate sponsorship of U2's new tour leaving fans and industry watchers to wonder if we'll see any new apps or special editions.

Microsoft's Mobile Storefront Has Familiar Terms
[March 12, 2009] Developers for the next generation of Windows Mobile applications will find terms similar to what Apple charges.

Eclipse Pulsar Simplifies Mobile Development
[March 11, 2009] Nokia, RIM, Motorola, Sony-Ericsson and others join together in landmark open source development effort.

Windows Mobile 6.5 Debuts But Is It Too Late?
[February 17, 2009] Microsoft puts on a good face at the world's largest wireless conference but not everyone believes Microsoft's efforts will succeed.

Apple Takes Biggest Bite of U.S. Wi-Fi Usage
[February 16, 2009] Apple's iPhone and iPod dominate the U.S. but Nokia still rules worldwide.

Social Networks Cozy Up to Smartphones
[February 13, 2009] Move would eliminate preloading and software downloading for handset users.

Panel: Social Network/Mobile Match Inevitable
[February 10, 2009] Mobile technology will advance, but it's the broader adoption of smart phones and similar devices that will make social networking more common for mobile users.

Google Sync Beta Uses Microsoft ActiveSync
[February 09, 2009] Google launches technology for automatically synching contacts and calendars with iPhones and Windows Mobile devices – Microsoft claims credit.

Signs Point to New Microsoft Smartphone Push
[February 06, 2009] UPDATED: A new study says Redmond's getting ready to join the ranks of handset makers. But there may be more to the story.

FTC Petition Asks for Mobile Data Scrutiny
[January 13, 2009] Advertising industry claims self regulation works for protecting consumer privacy.

Sybase Hot to Leverage Exploding Mobile Growth
[December 18, 2008] Look for the phone to be your wallet and Sybase to take a cut.

Palm's Next OS Will Be New, But What is It?
[December 16, 2008] At least one analyst thinks Palm is planning to unwrap a Linux-based, mobile operating system next month at CES.

Intel, Ericsson Aim For Better Laptop Security
[December 12, 2008] Instead of waiting for a laptop to connect to the Internet, a kill message can be sent via SMS. Finally, texting has a practical use.

Android's Open Handset Alliance Members Surge
[December 09, 2008] Android-powered devices get more support.

RIM Aims to Boost Security Technology
[December 08, 2008] BlackBerry maker makes hostile takeover bid for Certicom.

Palm Continues Downward Spiral
[December 02, 2008] Upcoming quarterly revenues won't come close to analyst expectations.

Is Palm Past the Turnaround Point?
[November 24, 2008] Smartphone leader announces layoffs, analysts ponder recovery potential.

Lawsuit Targets Sprint Termination Fees
[November 06, 2008] Wireless carrier sued for $1.2B in federal class action case.

Mobile Platforms are Job Nirvana for Developers
[October 30, 2008] Software developers are in demand and being lured with cash and knowledge.

Gmail Revved for Mobile
[October 24, 2008] BlackBerry and users of certain other J2ME-supported mobile devices stand to have a better experience using Google's e-mail service.

Is the Smartphone the Next PC Device?
[October 24, 2008] IBM study shows mobile Internet users would ditch desktops for handsets.

Gmail Revved for Mobile
[October 24, 2008] BlackBerry and users of certain other J2ME-supported mobile devices stand to have a better experience using Google's e-mail service.

The G1 & Security: A Paradox in Play?
[October 22, 2008] The first Google Android handset becomes available today, carrying the question of how open platforms can be secure while not thwarting innovation.

Nokia 'Tube' Will Be All About Mobile Service
[October 02, 2008] Finnish handset maker pushes out first touch screen smartphone today.

RIM Aims to Take iPhone by Storm
[September 30, 2008] Nokia, Moto rumored to be shoring up Android efforts in smartphone battle.

Verizon-Alltel Not On FCC Agenda Just Yet
[September 29, 2008] Sprint-Clearwire project also not on next month's meeting list.

Nokia: Full-Speed Ahead on Mobile Web
[September 17, 2008] Handset maker outlines its plans to build an open mobile Internet ecosystem.

Carriers Push Services Front and Center
[September 09, 2008] Verizon, Sprint advance business services tied to improving network management.

Microsoft Readies an App Store Competitor?
[September 03, 2008] Help wanted ad indicates Microsoft is looking for someone to set up an online marketplace for Windows Mobile applications. Sounds a lot like Apple's iPhone App Store.

Mobile Apps Now Arriving Before New Devices
[August 29, 2008] While Bold isn't here yet new messaging software is up for grabs.

Will Nokia's Unlocked Phones Open Wallets?
[August 27, 2008] Turning its back on tying phones to carriers, the mobile giant looks to woo new buyers -- even though the approach means higher prices.

Customers Keep on Churnin,' Carriers Fret
[August 08, 2008] Carriers look to reduce turnover and keep customers happy.

LiMo Open to Working With Google on Mobile
[August 05, 2008] Panel debates the Linux factor, openness and where mobile operating systems are headed.

MobiComp Bid Helps Microsoft's Mobile Agenda
[June 26, 2008] Planned acquisition promises to expand the software giant's mobile content access and storage offerings.

Can nVidia's Tegra Chip Smash Atom?
[June 02, 2008] New chip for handheld devices is tuned for Windows Mobile and set to take on Intel's Atom processor.

Microsoft: Mobile Devices to Show Banner Ads
[May 20, 2008] Microsoft tries to steal a march on its online competitors by beating them in the mobile device advertising race.

Mobile Ads to Kids? FTC Opens Debate
[May 08, 2008] Panelists debate the consumer harm and technical solutions to protect kids on the third screen.

Will Mobile Ads Finally Get Their Due?
[May 07, 2008] At an FTC town hall meeting, ad experts consider when sophisticated mobile applications will hit the mainstream in the United States.

SAP Is Wooing the BlackBerry CRM Crowd
[May 02, 2008] Software giant will natively integrate its business apps into RIMM's BlackBerry.

Sony Ericsson Adds Flash Support to Mobile Java
[April 30, 2008] Developers writing Java ME apps for their mobile phone can now add Flash Lite animations. Next stop: open source.

Long Road To Good Mobile Apps
[April 23, 2008] Experts debate mobile computing's future.

Motorola's Still Looking Hard For Its Mojo
[April 22, 2008] Thursday's earnings call could bring some answers.

Sales Data, New Challengers Don't Bode Well For Moto
[February 28, 2008] RIM, Apple and newcomer ZTE break into the top 10 list of mobile phone sellers.



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