ACCESS Announces WebKit-Based NetFront NX Browser
Japanese software developer ACCESS Co. Ltd has announced the forthcoming release of its new WebKit-based web browser in NetFront NX. The browser features support for all major standards from HTML5 down to Atom 1.0, tabbed browsing, plugin architecture for extensions to integrate support for Flash and support for Linux, Unix, Windows CE, and Android. No […]
Novatel Announces MiFi 3G Router and Access Point
Novatel has announced in a press release the forthcoming launch of a new networking product for 3G access that leverages built-in Wi-Fi radios on laptops. The MiFi consists of a family of smart routers, the size of a couple of stacked credit cards, that connect to the Internet via EVDO or UMTS and offer advanced […]
Sprint Releases Titan SDK with Sprint API Access for Developers
This morning during the opening day of the Sprint Developer Conference, Sprint announced the launch of its new SDK and Eclipse IDE toolset in Sprint Titan. Titian improves upon the older Mobility IDE by enabling developers to use standard Java desktop development workflows and development practices with the inclusion of the CDC/Foundation Java Virtual Machine […]
Sprint Adds Unlimited Smart Device International Data Access for $40 a Month
Sprint customers have been confirming the addition of a new data plan for frequent travelers and is now listing it for new customers. Click for full-size For $40 a month, customers can use data while roaming in 10 countries with CDMA data access or 110 when combined with a dual-mode CDMA/GSM handset like the Samsung […]
AT&T to Discontinue Prepaid Unlimited GoPhone Data Access on November 12th
AT&T call center representatives in the GoPhone divison have confirmed to PhoneNews.com that the current $19.99 unlimited GoPhone data option on Pay As You Go service would be discontinued on November 12th, stating that the offering was meant as a trial exercise and that the company is exploring other options for prepaid data offerings. Speculation […]
Verizon Now Offering No Contract Postpaid Service
In a press release today, Verizon Wireless has announced that it is now offering a no-contract monthly service option for those that either already have unactivated equipment and wish to use it again, or for those that do not want to sign a service agreement. The service works by purchasing the desired handset or aircard […]
FCC Reveals HTC Kaiser/TyTn II With 1700Mhz 3G Access
The FCC has revealed a version of the HTC Kaiser/TyTn II with 1700Mhz 3G access, making it one of the first smart devices to be compatible with T-Mobile’s emerging 3G network. The device also includes a front facing camera for video calls, but it is unknown whether T-Mobile will support the functionality on its network […]
T-Mobile Launches 3G Service in New York City, UMTS Data Access Confirmed
T-Mobile has officially launched its long delayed 3G network today in New York City with future launches planned later in the year for Austin, New Jersey and Long Island, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Miami, Dallas, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, Denver, Detroit, Orlando, Kansas City, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New England, Portland, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, Washington DC, San […]