Microsoft had to do something pretty special with Windows Phone 7, to match iPhone and Android. It looks to us as if it might have done just that
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Android 3.0 Gingerbread To Feature Video Chat
Android version 3.0 (the Gingerbread build) is to undergo a major revamp of its user interface and promises video chat
Apple’s Jobs Slates BlackBerry, Android
Steve Jobs has made an appearance at the earnings call for Apple's first $20bn quarter, offering attacks on both RIM and Google
Samsung Galaxy S Gets Upgraded To Android 2.2
Samsung has begun rolling out the upgrade to Android 2.2, or Froyo, for its Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate, Epic 4G, Captivate and Vibrant smartphones
Google’s Ad Business Booms Thanks To YouTube
Google officials have claimed the search engine is making $2.5bn in display advertising from YouTube and $1bn in mobile ads
eWEEK Readers Still Love The iPad
A third of you want iPads, and nearly a quarter don't want a tablet at all. Next up: What's the most important communication channel to your desk?
Opera Mobile For Android Nears Release
Opera has revealed that its Opera Mobile for Android is on the way, and that Opera 11 will support browser extensions
10 Reasons Android Keeps Gaining Momentum
Google's Android OS is more attractive than ever. It's a hit with smartphone makers, and Google is working to keep the mobile operating system on a roll
How Will Android Fare In The Enterprise?
Android smartphones will battle with BlackBerry, Windows Phone 7 and Apple iPhone for acceptance in the workplace, says Cameron Sturdevant
Microsoft To Tempt Apple Fans With Phone 7 Sync Tool
Microsoft is appealing to Apple customers after announcing a tool for syncing Windows Phone 7 with Macs
Windows Phone 7 Could Shake Things Up
Microsoft has got our attention, says Peter Judge. Now we need to be sure that Windows Phone 7's tiles are properly grouted
LG Optimus Windows Phone 7 Handset Details Leaked
As Microsoft launches Windows Phone 7, LG accidentally releases specs for a smartphone powered by the OS
Contract Price For Samsung Galaxy Tab Revealed
Leaked documents in the United States have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy Tab tablet may be much cheaper if purchased with a contract
Windows Phone 7: A First Look
Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 is a bold re-invention of the user interface which could entice consumers and business people onto the platform
Microsoft Launches Windows Phone 7 In New York
Microsoft has returned to New York City for another product launch, this time the arrival of Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 Could Hit UK On 21 October
As Microsoft gears up for today's Windows Phone 7 launch, details have started to appear online
Dixons Climbs Aboard Santa’s Slate
Dixons Retail is the latest big name to swallow the tablet hype and test the market
Mozilla Releases Firefox 4 Beta for Android and Maemo
Mozilla has released its Firefox 4 beta 1 for Android and Nokia's Maemo, including features such as Firefox Sync and improved performance
Apple, Android Catch Up To RIM In The Enterprise
A report from Good Technology has found that consumers are using Apple iOS and Google Android devices as part of their jobs
Android Catches Up To Apple’s iOS
Google Android's 60-plus devices have narrowed the market share gap with Apple's iPhone
Dealing With Enterprise Mobile Security
From mobile malware to device management, enterprises need to have a plan for securing the smartphones connecting to their networks
Google Hits Back Over Oracle Android Lawsuit
Google has alleged that Oracle is singling out Android among open-source software, as it denied Oracle's claims of patent and copyright infringement
Android Handsets Outselling iPhone, BlackBerry
The challenge posed by Android has been reconfirmed by new statistics which show Android handsets outselling RIM's BlackBerry and Apple's iOS
Can Windows Phone 7 Break The Consumer Market?
Micorosft's Ballmer has been sounding off about Windows Phone 7, but will it really pose a threat to Android's or the iPhone's market share, asks Nicholas Kolakowski
Apple’s iPhone Dons Google’s Goggles
Google made its Goggles visual search app a part of its Google Mobile Apps refresh for Apple's iPhone. Apple recently bought Polar Rose to compete
VoIP Apps From Fring And CounterPath Hit Androids
Targeting Skype, FringOut for consumers and CounterPath's Bria for the enterprise broaden VoIP options for Android phones
10 Reasons Windows 7 Tablets Will Flop
Windows 7 tablets might be discussed at Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 launch event, but the chances of those devices performing well are slim
Symantec Pushes Mobile Security Onto Android, Apple iOS
Symantec is beefing up its mobile security credentials after the security giant added support for Android and Apple iOS
Skype Jumps Aboard With Android App
Skype has jumped aboard the Android bandwagon as it released its VoIP app for the Android operating system, version 2.1 and above
Google Makes Tablet Play With BlindType Acquisition
Google has snapped up BlindType, whose software makes it easier for users to enter text into Android smartphones and tablets