Blog » April 2011

Updated MeeGo interface gets shown off on Atom Z670-based reference tablet

Well, here's something of a surprise. Not only has Netbook News managed to get its hands on a reference tablet based on Intel's brand new Atom Z670 processor at IDF Beijing, but one running a new vers    

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HTC unveils dual-core HTC Sensation in London

HTC has unveiled its dual-core HTC Sensation smartphone in London. HTC has landed orders for the dual-core model from Vodafone and T-Mobile USA and will push sales of the HTC Sensation to other markets soon.    

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T-Mobile 4G Mobile Hotspot hitting stores tomorrow, just as expected

Don't ya just love it when a plan comes together? As expected, T-Mobile has confirmed that its 4G Mobile Hotspot will be hitting stores tomorrow. The ZTE-sourced sliver of plastic and OLED will be T-Mo    

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HTC Flyer begins shipping on May 9th across Europe

It's official: the HTC Flyer will begin its journey across Europe on May 9th. That's quite a bit more specific than the Q2 global release announced back in February. Now if only we had a date for Hone    

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Intel launches Oak Trail-based Atom processor

Intel has announced that the Intel Atom platform, formerly codenamed Oak Trail, is now available and will be in devices starting in May and throughout 2011. Over 35 innovative tablet and hybrid designs from com    

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Sony Ericsson handset shipments partially affected by earthquake, say industry sources

Sony Ericsson will reduce shipments, or delay the launch in some markets, for three Android-based smartphones due to short supply of some key components, including those from the Sony Group, caused by the March    

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Consumer and mobile MEMS to boom in 2011, says IHS iSuppli

After only four years of existence, a segment of the MEMS market known as new MEMS - specifically for consumer electronics (CE) and mobile handsets - will jump 157.4% in 2011, powering the expansion of the over    

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Digitimes Insight: 20-25 million entry-level Android smartphones to be sold globally in 2011

About 20-25 million entry-level Android smartphones at contract-free prices of US$150 or below will be sold in the global market in 2011, much more than the 2.5-3 million units sold in 2010, Digitimes Research    

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Digitimes Insight: Acer needs new business model for mobile devices

Facing fierce competition in the mobile device market, Acer has decided to replace its CEO and president Gianfranco Lanci. The company may not have to completely abandon its existing strategies of giving more e    

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Apple is taking down CEOs from competitors

Although Acer ex-CEO and president Gianfranco Lanci and the company's board members' inability to reach a consensus was the main reason for the CEO's resignation, the strong impact from Apple    

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