Amy Eichelberg

A Closer Shot of Sony’s S1 Tablet and Video of S2

German website Golem was able to snag a close up shot of Sony’s S1 honeycomb tablet at an event in Munich. Even though it’s only one image, it appears to be the best one floating around. Golem was also able to grab an 18 second video of the elusive dual screen S2. […]

Google+ App For iOS Waiting On Apple Approval

Currently a HTML web app is acting as a temporary place holder for Google+ users on iOS. Android is one step ahead by already having a native Google+ app approved and ready.Meanwhile, the native iOS app is still pending approval from Apple. In the interim, iOS users can still utilize Google+ by opening plus.google.com

Introducing The AT&T HTC Status: First Deeply Integrated Facebook Phone

We first reported on this device as the HTC ChaCha and patiently awaited its proper introduction. Now AT&T has appropriately branded the handset the HTC Status. The coined “Facebook phone” made its official debut via its very own Facebook page today and is scheduled to hit AT&T stores this summer. The phone is marketed with one thing in mind, Facebook, Facebook, and you

Verizon 4G Galaxy Tab 10.1 Tablet Available For Pre-Order

Pre-orders are now available for Verizon’s LTE Galaxy Tab 10.1. Both the 16GB and 32GB versions of the tab are available in either black or white. Prices start at $630 for the 16GB and $730 for the 32GB without a contract. Signing up for a two year data contract will reduce

Google Talk Video Chat Now Working For T-Mobile Nexus S

T-Mobile Nexus S users were especially excited to update to Android 2.3.4 just for the ability to use Google Talk video chat. Better yet, T-Mobile promised the video chat service to be enabled over both 3G and Wi-Fi networks. Unfortunately, many users quickly realized video calls were not able to be placed while on Wi-Fi, limiting

Verizon Puts Brakes On Motorola Android 2.3 Updates To Work Out Bugs?

Many Motorola Droid 2, Droid 2 Global, and DroidX2 users have been patiently waiting for the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) update to arrive. However, sources at Droid-Life claim that Verizon has rejected all Android 2.3 updates from Motorola after a list of bugs surfaced from the DroidX’s 2.3 update. Reported issues include lag time, re-booting, and a

iOS 5 Beta Limits iOS Downgrades and Untethered Jailbreaks

Most iPhone users who have messed up their device by an unsupported jailbreak or even during a routine iOS update gone awry, have been able to rely on the safety net of reverting back to the previous iOS version to make everything kosher again. This practice is known as iOS downgrading and according to developer

Luxury Meets Rugged With Tag Heuer’s New Android Smartphone

Tag Heuer unveiled their ultra luxurious and leather-bound Android smartphone with promises that it will sustain rugged use as well. The Android device claims to be resistant to water, dust, and shock, with a 3.5 inch Gorilla Glass screen to protect against scratches. Cases can be ordered in 18-carat rose gold or

Leaked Image of New Android Powered Motorola Sprint Device

An image of a new Android powered Motorola handset for Sprint has allegedly been leaked. From what we can see from the blurry shot, the device has a full QWERTY keyboard and a curved body that closely resembles a Blackberry versus any current Android device on the market. The rumor mill at

Analyst Report Indicates iPhone 5 Launch Target For End Of September

Christmas may come early this year for iPhone enthusiasts, as a new report points production for the iPhone 5 to begin in middle to late August. The August production timeline suggests a device launch targeted near the second half of September or even later. After a meeting in Taiwan, Katy Huberty a Morgan

HTC Evo 3D Coming To Europe in July

Launched last week here in the states, the HTC Evo 3D will now be available in Europe starting in July. In order to be compatible for European networks the device will trade out its CDMA and 4G WiMAX radios for GSM and HSPA chip sets. The only cosmetic difference will be the gold

HTC Thunderbolt Wireless Charging Battery Cover Available In Verizon Stores

Despite being satisfied with HTC Thunderbolt’s software, users have been less than thrilled with its battery life. The device noted for its low battery life has had users chained to their charger with only an extended battery pack as a charging alternative.  For users opting not to carry around the cumbersome extended

Telstra Sacrifices Sense UI To Make Room For HTC Desire Gingerbread Update

One short sentence in the midst of a Telstra software update scheduled for August, holds huge potential for HTC Desire owners holding their breath for the Gingerbread update. Citing lack of internal memory space, HTC threw in the towel on the Gingerbread (Android 2.3) update only to change their minds after user disappointment flooded

Jailbreaking Hacker George Hotz aka ‘GeoHot’ Now Working For Facebook?

The infamous jailbreaking hacker, George Hotz aka ‘GeoHot’ has an alleged new profession, working for Facebook. Hotz first made waves with his jailbreaks relating to iOS devices and Sony Playstation devices only to reappear recently in the press from a recent Facebook status, “Facebook is really an amazing place to work…