BlackBerry has just 3 percent market share in the U.S.
News - May 16, 2012 - Category: RIM
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Reuters reports that Android and iOS are gaining market share while BlackBerry suffers. According to the report, BlackBerry market share has dropped to 3% from 9% a year ago. If true, it's very said for RIM. I remember when I would get on a flight and everyone would be holding a BlackBerry. These days, I see many more iPhones than BlackBerrys.
The report also notes small gains for Microsoft's Windows Phone in Germany, Britain, France, and the United States....read more
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iPhone 5 to feature 4 inch display
News - May 16, 2012 - Category: iPhone
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Both Reuters and The Wall Street Journal are reporting Apple has ordered displays for its iPhone 5, and those displays measure 4 inches diagonally. Previously rumors were that Apple would keep its original 3.5 inch display, but it looks like Apple has changed its mind and are opting for a larger display. Great choice!
The new iPhone screens will measure 4 inches from corner to corner, one source said. That would represent a roughly 30 percent increase in viewing area, assuming Apple keeps other dimensions proportional. Apple has used a 3.5-i...read more
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Forbes names Microsoft's Steve Ballmer worst CEO
News - May 15, 2012 - Category: Pocket PC
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Is Steve Ballmer the worst CEO of a publicly traded company? Forbes thinks so. The magazine just named Ballmer the worst CEO and they think he should have already been fired.
#1 – Steve Ballmer, Microsoft. Without a doubt, Mr. Ballmer is the worst CEO of a large publicly traded American company today. Not only has he singlehandedly steered Microsoft out of some of the fastest growing and most lucrative tech markets (mobile music, handsets and tablets) but in the process he has sacrificed the growth and profits of not only his company but “...read more
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Samsung releases Galaxy S III commercial in Europe
News - May 15, 2012 - Category: Android
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Samsung has released a television commercial in Europe for the Galaxy S III. The commercial has very little speech, but shows off the features of the phone.
The commercial states, the Galaxy S III “understands you, shares what’s in your heart, keeps track of loved ones, recognises who you are, follows your every move, sees your best side, connects with nature and waits till you’re asleep.”
Effortlessly smart and intuitively simple, Samsung GALAXY S III reveals a new concept of smartphone.
Designed for humans and inspired by nature, the G...read more
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Native Firefox for Android reaches beta status
News - May 15, 2012 - Category: Android
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Firefox for Android has reached beta status. The latest versions is different from previous versions because its built with the native Android UI. Previously Firefox was available via nightly builds, but now that its reached beta status you can pick it up from Google Play. This means that you'll get more stable versions and easier updating.
The native version of Firefox for Android sports faster load times, better performance overall, and a more pleasing interface.
You can pick up the latest version of Firefox for Android in the Google P...read more
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Feeding America charity leaves BlackBerry for Windows Phone
News - May 15, 2012 - Category: Pocket PC
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Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity, has dumped the BlackBerry in favor of Windows Phone. We've heard of companies leaving BlackBerry for the iPhone, but this move is one of the first publicized migrations to Windows Phone. Obviously, Microsoft is spreading the news.
The move to Windows Phone strengthens Feeding America’s capabilities as it complements the organization’s use of other Microsoft solutions including Microsoft Office 2010 and Microsoft Lync Server 2010.
“Windows Phone provides a level of integra...read more
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Porsche designed BlackBerry wins Smartphone of the Year Award
News - May 15, 2012 - Category: RIM
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The Porsche designed BlackBerry P9981 has won the Plus X Award for Smartphone of the Year. We haven't heard much about the P9981 beyond a few press releases about how interesting it was that Porsche designed a BlackBerry. I have no idea how popular this phone is, but my impression is there aren't many of them and they are cost prohibitive to own. Do you think it deserves to be named the Smartphone of the Year for 2012?
Stuttgart/Cologne. The Porsche Design P‘9981 smartphone by BlackBerry has been awarded as “Smartphone of the Year 2012” by ...read more
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Missed Call Number Icon Indicator for BlackBerry
Software Reviews - May 13, 2012 - Category: RIM
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Home screen Missed calls Number icon indicator. Get a quick overview on your BlackBerry® device's missed calls status. Missed calls Icon Indicator shows missed calls number on missed call icon on device home screen.
Features:
* Missed calls number on application icon on home screen
* Missed calls number automatic updated
* Clicking application icon will automatically launch the phone log for view of missed calls.
Compatible Devices
BlackBerry: 8700, 8700c, 8700f, 8700g, 8700r, 8700v, 8703e, 8705g, 8707g, 8707h, 8707v, 8800, 8820, 8830, 957...read more
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RIM continues executive shake up with new marketing chief
News - May 08, 2012 - Category: RIM
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Research in Motion said Tuesday it has hired two new senior executives, including a marketing chief. Frank Boulben will be the new chief marketing officer and will be responsible for bringing RIM out of the massive marketing hole they are in. Boulben served as executive vice president of strategy and marketing at LightSquared. He previously held senior positions at wireless carriers Vodafone Group and Orange.
RIM also named Kristian Tear as the new chief operating officer. Tear was executive vice president of Sony Mobile Communications, a u...read more
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Viber for BlackBerry and Windows Phone released
News - May 08, 2012 - Category: Pocket PC
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Viber today announced the availability of Viber for BlackBerry Beta and Windows Phone 7 Beta. With more than 69 million registered iPhone and Android users already, Viber looks to expand its reach and be the premier mobile VoIP and messaging company.
"We believe if you're connected to the Internet, you should be able to enjoy a free, high-quality communications experience, and Viber is working to make it possible for users of all mobile products to communicate with each other," said Talmon Marco, Viber Founder and CEO. "We are delighted to ad...read more
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Nokia snags exclusive app deals for Lumia Windows Phones
News - May 08, 2012 - Category: Pocket PC
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Nokia has announced a few exclusive partnerships to kick off their CTIA 2012 conference. Nokia has partnered with PGA Tour to bring the game to the Lumia line of Windows Phones. The deal is an exclusive for Nokia for 12 months, starting in June 2012. Nokia also negotiated exclusive 6 month deals to bring ESPN, Groupon, and AOL Entertainment hub to the Lumia line.
In addition to these exclusive app deals Rovio is working to bring a version of Angry Birds Space to Windows Phone. Nokia also announced other apps from PayPal, Time Magazine, Ne...read more
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Apple releases iOS 5.1.1 for bug fixes
News - May 07, 2012 - Category: iPhone
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Apple has released a small update to iOS taking it to version 5.1.1. The update should be applied to the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The new update fixes several minor bugs as listed below.
Improves reliability of using HDR option for photos taken using the Lock Screen shortcut
Addresses bugs that could prevent the new iPad from switching between 2G and 3G networks
Fixes bugs that affected AirPlay video playback in some circumstances
Improved reliability for syncing Safari bookmarks and Reading List
Fixes an issue where ‘Unable to purc...read more
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RIM tries "Wake Up, Be Bold" campaign
News - May 07, 2012 - Category: RIM
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RIM has launched a new website that takes aim at Apple iPhone users. The Wake Up and Be Bold site is apparently trying to convince us that BlackBerry users are more serious for some reason. Taking a swipe at Apple's well known slogan the site says, BlackBerry users don’t just “think different,” they “do different.” Really?
The site continues, “You’re either here to leave your mark and eat opportunity for breakfast or you’re satisfied to just float through life like a cork in the stream.” Huh?
If you visit wakeupbebold.com you'll hear a vo...read more
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RIM shares hit 8-year low
News - May 04, 2012 - Category: RIM
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RIM's stock has been slowly losing its value and yesterday it hit an eight year low. In afternoon trading on Thursday RIM's stock hit $11.92 per share. It hasn't been that low since 2004. And, the stock has dropped 15% in just the last 3 days, and RIM just showed off its latest BlackBerry 10 prototype this week. It looks like the investing world isn't too hot on Thorsten Hein's new announcement. Right now RIM's shares are sitting at around $12.06 per share.
RIM is placing its bets on BlackBerry 10, but that likely won't be enough. The ...read more
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