On the heels of yesterday’s release of Mango for the developers out there, Facebook has finally dropped version 2 with support for push notifications — Toast and Live Tile . For those of you that’ve been waiting with baited breath, included are notifications for: messages, wall posts, feed comments and replies, photo tags and replies, or in short about everything your addiction requires. We’ve not had a chance to light our screens up with this just yet, so why not be a dear and give it a go and let us know what you think. Facebook 2.0 finally brings push notifications to Windows Phone 7 originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Facebook 2.0 finally brings push notifications to Windows Phone 7
July 3rd, 2011 
admin On the heels of yesterday’s release of Mango for the developers out there, Facebook has finally dropped version 2 with support for push notifications — Toast and Live Tile . For those of you that’ve been waiting with baited breath, included are notifications for: messages, wall posts, feed comments and replies, photo tags and replies, or in short about everything your addiction requires. We’ve not had a chance to light our screens up with this just yet, so why not be a dear and give it a go and let us know what you think. Facebook 2.0 finally brings push notifications to Windows Phone 7 originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Samsung publicly acknowledges the Conquer 4G’s existence, then changes its mind
July 2nd, 2011 jedwan We’re inclined to take a company’s word when it releases official pics and specs on its own website, but it throws us for a loop when that page gets taken down as quickly as it goes up. Such is the tale of the Samsung Conquer 4G , a mid-range Android WiMAX handset destined for Sprint . Its official product page was live for only a brief lapse of time, but long enough to glean some press shots and specs. According to the site, we can expect the Conquer 4G to have some befitting internals: a 1GHz Qualcomm MSM8655 CPU, Gingerbread, 3.5-inch HVGA panel and 3.2MP rear / 1.3MP front cameras. It’d be a respectable option for anyone wanting a 4G device without the glitz and glamour (and, we assume, the cost) of the EVO 3D. While no pricing or availability was set, a closer look at the press shot shows the date as “July 15, 2011.” We’re still waiting for confirmation from company reps to find out what’s going on, but we’ll shout from the rooftops if we learn any juicy tidbits. Nothing like a good mystery to help us stay awake through the middle of the day, right? Samsung publicly acknowledges the Conquer 4G’s existence, then changes its mind originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
HTC Wildfire S review
July 1st, 2011 admin Following the commercial success (and technical disappointment) of the original Wildfire — which featured a miserly 528MHz CPU and QVGA display — HTC has returned with the Wildfire S ($290). Like the Desire S and Incredible S , the company is sticking to its formula of providing incremental updates to stay competitive for 2011. Not only is this little one sporting improved hardware, but this time it’s strutting around with Gingerbread. Will this be HTC’s budget-line breakthrough, or will it fall face first into the land of mobile misfits? For the answer, check out the full review after the break. Continue reading HTC Wildfire S review HTC Wildfire S review originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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No Comments »Motorola XT316 passes second round at FCC, this time endowed with AT&T 3G
July 1st, 2011 admin It feels like we’ve been down this road before, but this time we may be lead to a different destination. Motorola’s XT316 went through its paces at the FCC a couple months ago with Chinese 3G bands, which indicated there was seemingly no hope of the Android device seeing the light of day in the US of A. This time around, the smaller version of the Droid Pro’s been given the federal go-ahead with AT&T-compatible 3G bands. Everything else appears to be the same, right down to the identical drawing of the handset’s dimensions. Does this mean the XT316 will be in stock at your local store anytime soon? We can’t say with certainty, but at least the government won’t be standing in your way. Motorola XT316 passes second round at FCC, this time endowed with AT&T 3G originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Posted in att, engadget Tags: att bands, attbands, droid pro, engadget-mobile, hellomoto, identical, moto, motorola, motorola droid pro, motorola xt316, motoroladroidpro, passes-second, round-at-fcc No Comments »Nokia N5 leaks, continues the Symbian Anna love?
June 28th, 2011 jedwan It’s a hard and fast rule that all new gadget leaks pass through a Mr. Blurrycam filter, and these shots of a wild Nokia N5 sure uphold that legacy. Making good on Elop’s earlier promise of Symbian support , these spyshots reveal what looks like the revamped Anna OS we’ve seen shipping on the E6 and X7 . Other notable glimpses of the obvious reveal a candybar form factor and touchscreen interface of as yet determined size — though we’re betting against the four-inch sweet spot, and looking at something more in line with the 5800 / X6 school of design. Considering Nokia’s more profitable recent decision , we’re keen to view this as make-goods for the platform’s 2016 separation anxiety. Symbian faithful should be sure to check the source for extended shots of Nokia’s prodigal OS. [Thanks, Vivek] Nokia N5 leaks, continues the Symbian Anna love? originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Mon, 27 Jun 2011 19:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Posted in engadget Tags: engadget-mobile, extended-shots, good-on-elop, n5symbiananna, nokia, nokia n5, nokian5symbiananna, recent-decision, stephenelop, symbian-anna No Comments »Engadget Mobile Podcast 093 – 06.25.2011
June 25th, 2011 jedwan If we had to make one Seinfeld joke about this week’s Engadget Mobile Podcast, it would be ” WHAT is the DEAL with Nokia ?!” The gentle Finnish giant had a lot of weird and wonderful things up its giant-sized sleeve, and it’ll take the giants of Mobile Tech podcasting to run through it all, so you’ll be clicking that play/download link presently…if you don’t want us to come let our anaconda loose in your house. Hosts: Myriam Joire ( tnkgrl ), Vlad Savov Guest: Brad Molen Producer: Trent Wolbe Music: Daestro – Light Powered ( Ghostly International ) 00:01:30 – Nokia N9 first hands-on! (update: video) 00:19:50 – Editorial: Dear Nokia, you cannot be serious! 00:22:17 – Nokia’s first Windows Phone: images and video, codenamed ‘Sea Ray’ 00:27:05 – Nokia’s Android flirtations revealed 00:37:00 – Atrix 4G bootloader unlocked: you can hack it up today or wait for official Gingerbread update 00:43:42 – HTC EVO 4G+ official, but is it destined for Sprint? 00:49:30 – Sharp Aquos SH-12C 3D smartphone hands-on (video) 01:05:12 – Verizon’s ‘DataGate’ plans leaked in excruciating detail 01:18:13 – Dutch net neutrality first in EU, mobile operators side-eye KPN 01:22:18 – Prototype dual-screened 2-in-1 Android smartpad from Imerj preview Hear the podcast Subscribe to the podcast [ iTunes ] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes [ RSS MP3 ] Add the Engadget Mobile Podcast feed (in MP3) to your RSS aggregator and have the show delivered automatically [ RSS AAC ] Add the Engadget Mobile Podcast feed (in enhanced AAC) to your RSS aggregator [ Zune ] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace Download the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC) Contact the podcast podcast (at) engadgetmobile (dot) com. Follow us on Twitter @tnkgrl @vladsavov @engadgetmobile Engadget Mobile Podcast 093 – 06.25.2011 originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Sat, 25 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Posted in engadget, htc Tags: engadget, engadget-mobile, entry, house, htc, light, mobile, nokia, podcast, podcasts, take-the-giants, the-podcast, today-or-wait, windows-phone, zune No Comments »Isis mobile payments coming to Austin in 2012
June 25th, 2011 jedwan Certain to “Keep Austin Weird,” Isis has selected the home of SXSW as its second market for a mobile payment tryout. The joint-venture backed by AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless (with help from MasterCard and Visa ), will work with local merchants and the Chamber of Commerce to deliver what it calls a “comprehensive mobile experience” by mid-2012. Isis’ latest metropolitan recruit joins Salt Lake City in this experiment that will compete with Google Wallet (which is endorsed by Sprint). Quick advice to Austinites: when out-of-towners begin gawking at you for getting “free” lattes and concert tickets by waving your phone about, be sure to explain the wonders of NFC — it’d be a shame for them to attempt the same — only to be taken into custody by the Austin PD. Jump the break for the PR. Continue reading Isis mobile payments coming to Austin in 2012 Isis mobile payments coming to Austin in 2012 originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Posted in att, engadget Tags: austin, engadget-mobile, experiment, isis, launch, mobile payment, mobile-commerce, mobile-payments, nfc, payments, phone, plans, verizonwireless No Comments »Optimus 2X caught on camera wearing WIND’s clothing, it’s a G2x in disguise
June 23rd, 2011 jedwan LG’s first foray into dual-core was recently spotted in full WIND Mobile attire, where it appeared ready to soar on the provider’s AWS spectrum . Of course, given the LG-P999 designation, this handset reveals itself to be the same as its 1700MHz-capable US cousin — the T-Mobile G2x — and we’re hoping this version of LG’s flagship will also ship with plain Android (unlike the skinned affair on the Optimus 2X ). With no firm announcement from WIND, it’s difficult to know what customers should expect from this beast — but as long as those troublesome reboot issues don’t interfere, this could be a smooth flight indeed. Optimus 2X caught on camera wearing WIND’s clothing, it’s a G2x in disguise originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Posted in att, engadget, LG Tags: att, camera-wearing, engadget, engadget-mobile, handset, leaks, lg-p999, optimus 2x, skinned, smartphone, wind No Comments »Adobe AIR 2.7 brings improved speed to iOS, cordial installation to Android (video)
June 21st, 2011 jedwan Adobe AIR 2.7 may be a sad joke for Linux users , but it’s likely to be a true zinger for the mobile crowd. Take iOS, where the runtime now delivers noticeably faster performance, along with render speeds that are up to four times faster in CPU mode — quite a punchline, if you ask us. For those on the Android side of the fence, you now have the option to install AIR to your device’s SD card (and thus, make room for less considerate applications). Sadly, there’s no monumental leaps in speed for Google’s users, but you’re getting used to this , right? For a quick peek of what the Apple constituency can expect, you’ll find a video after the break with two iPads — one running 2.6, the other featuring 2.7 — and the difference is full of droll amusement. Continue reading Adobe AIR 2.7 brings improved speed to iOS, cordial installation to Android (video) Adobe AIR 2.7 brings improved speed to iOS, cordial installation to Android (video) originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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