Tag Archives: Cell

Lawmakers to propose pro-”cell phone unlocking” legislation

Ever since the DMCA had changes made to make unlocking cell phones illegal, there has been an overwhelming outcry to have that changed. Recently, the White House responded to a petition that reached, and exceeded, the 100,000 signature requirement stating that it has taken a stance with the people, claiming that cell phone unlocking should be legal, and…

FreedomPop case for iPod touch gives it iPhone-like data capabilities

Here’s a little bit of news to get our minds off the rumor mill, if you will. A company by the name of FreedomPop is making a case for the iPod touch that provides something a lot of people will surely be interested in, free data. Anywhere. Not only that, but it’s “4G” data, and according to TechCrunch, the case is up for preorder for $99. That’s not…

Charge your iPhone with water

The video above was shot and shared by YouTube channel, nanpalmero, and shows a really cool new innovation in portable charging tech. Powertrekk has developed away to use water to refill your device’s battery. It’s mostly geared towards those who like trekking, or spend a lot of time away from electrical outlets. If you are an “outdoorsy” person who…

My perfect phone, what’s yours?

After years of waiting, and hoping, I’ve decided that I’m never going to get my perfect phone. I don’t think the iPhone is perfect, I’ve never made that belief a secret. There are so many things about the software and hardware that I would change. Saying that, comparing it to all the other choices, it does what I need it to do better than the rest and in a…

More purported “iPhone 4S” parts leaked

As any new iPhone launch gets nearer, the frequency of leaks of supposed parts, accessories and components increases. There’s no surprise then that these images of alleged iPhone 4S parts has shown up. The first image is the reverse side of the iPhone’s front panel. You can clearly see holes for the camera, earpiece and light/proximity…

iPhone “4S” has an FCC ID, one step closer to release

iPhone “4S”, code named “N94″, has received an FCC ID. MacRumors reported on this earlier today, and stated that the evidence was found within the latest beta of iOS 5. A tipster notified the site of a new file within iOS 5 beta 7 which made reference to the revamped iPhone 4. The specific file is named “RegulatoryInfo-N94AP@2x~iphone.png”. It’s…

iOS and Android market shares grow, RIM and WP7 drop

Competition is good in any market. That’s why it’s sad to see that two operating systems are dominating the mobile market place. These two, iOS and Android are pulling further away from the competition, leaving the likes of RIM and Microsoft wondering what they have to do to gain the edge and stop the rot. The latest results from a huge survey taken…

4G LTE iPhone/iPad being tested by Apple?

BGR has allegedly found some interesting info regarding the testing of iOS devices. According to some intelligence obtained by BGR from one of “Apple’s major carrier partners”, there is almost certainly a 4G equipped iOS device being put through its paces.  No one seems to know whether or not it’s the iPhone 5, iPad 3 or just a “4S” prototype….

What will the iPhone 5 look like? Concepts, renders and a “leak”

Today, you decide. If recent rumors and leaks are to be believed, the next iPhone could have a round back, possibly tapered, made of aluminum or plastic. It’s almost as if everyone’s forgotten the steadfast “next iPhone will look exactly like the current one.” So, we thought we’d give you the chance to vote on the next generation handset’s appearance. We’ve…