Toshiba Thrive now rooted and rocking ClockworkMod Recovery

It’s various problems aside, the Toshiba Thrive is still a good tablet and the deal just got a lot more sweeter.  Not only is the device rooted enabling superuser access, it now has its own version of ClockworkMod Recovery – a sign that custom ROMs are not far off in

Verizon Leaks Blackberry Bold 9930 Promo Video Ahead Of Launch

Verizon seemed to be too excited to wait, as it leaked out a promotional video for its flagship Blackberry Bold 9930 ahead of making an official announcement. The device boasts a 2.8-inch touchscreen with the classic QWERTY keyboard Blackberry users love so much. Unfortunately, the video leaves out an official launch date and

Nexus S 4G now Android 2.3.5 ready

  If you haven’t got it already, you will surely in the next coming weeks, although this might not be as hotly expected as the previous version, Gingerbread 2.3.4.  The present update doesn’t bring much to the table except for a different version number and fix a few issues with

Verizon Will Offer 4G LTE Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 July 28th

Verizon Wireless announced today that it will now offer Samsung’s 4G LTE Galaxy Tab 10.1 starting Thursday, July 28th. The 16GB model will be priced at $529 and the 32GB model will be priced at $629. In case you needed a refresher on the device’s specs, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is Android 3.1 (Honeycomb)

Apple Releases iOS 4.3.5 For Security Issue

In order to address a security vunerability related to PDF support, Apple released iOS 4.3.5 for iOS devices today. The update follows just a mere ten days after iOS 4.3.4 was released. iOS 4.3.5 is available now via iTunes. Supported devices for the update include the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad 2,

RIM Will Streamline Operations With 2,000 Employee Layoffs

Research In Motion (Blackberry) plans to implement a “cost optimization program” at the expense of approximately 2,000 employee layoffs, which is roughly 10% of its current workforce. RIM also announced they will be shifting former COO of Product Engineering, Thorsten Heins, into a position that makes him also COO of Product

Facebook Quietly Releases Dedicated iPad App

Not only has Facebook finished their completed dedicated iPad app, but they’ve managed to release it in secret. The app code was hidden in yesterday’s update (version 3.4.4) to the iPhone app and it’s completely viable on jailbroken iPads. Wondering how the dedicated app fares? According to TechCrunch the left-sided navigation system and use of overlay menus is “great,” as

T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide Available For Pre-Order At Walmart, Only $99

With the T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide launch right around the corner, many can not wait to get their hands on the device. The device is currently available for pre-order through T-Mobile online for $199.99 with a two year contract or $499 without a commitment. However, if you don’t mind waiting a few days after the

First Samsung Slider Headed To Boost Mobile?

Are you in the market for an Android device but want the flexibility of paying as you go? It seems as Samsung and Boost Mobile are teaming up with a device that just may peak your interest. Originally thought to be landing on the Sprint network the Samsung SPH-M930 slider is now

Blackberry Bold 9790 Bellagio Tutorial Video Leaked

Curious Blackberry enthusiasts can now take a closer look at the upcoming Blackberry Bold 9790 Bellagio device as a tutorial video has leaked into the wild. The video illustrates touch capable features of the updated Blackberry OS 7.0 which seems to run similar to Android or iOS. The specific video above demonstrates how the user can create a

Apple Strikes A Deal With Grand Central Station, 10 Years In The Making

Who said persistence doesn’t pay off? According to the New York Post, Apple finally landed a deal with the MTA ten years in the making. The agreement will bring a 23,000-square foot Apple Store to Grand Central Station, one of New York City’s busiest transportation hubs. The future Apple store will take the place of

AT&T LG Thrill 4G Available For Pre-Order At Radioshack

The AT&T branded LG Thrill 4G, which is AT&T’s variant of the LG Optimus 3D, is now up for pre-order at Radioshack with the purchase of a $50 gift card. The gift card will be used towards the purchase of the phone when it becomes available. According to the screenshots floating around, the device

Google Acquires PittPatt For Mobile Facial Recognition Technology

Google has facial recognition in its future, as it recently acquired Pittsburgh based company PittPatt for the very purpose of utilizing the technology. PittPatt specializes in facial recognition that has been used both for basic face detection in addition to live face tracking during live photo and video capture. The company suggested its facial

Motorola Atrix 4G gets Android 2.3 update

For Motorola Atrix 4G users, this will be the sweetest 161MB download yet.  Motorola has finally released the Gingerbread 2.3 update for this powerful AT&T device – the release notes don’t specify whether the update is 2.3.3 or 2.3.4 but if it is the latter, Atrix 4G users should be