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

Vodafone UK picks up the HTC Evo 3D, available next month

The Evo 3D seems to have already found a home in England with Vodafone UK now announcing its availability starting next month – the carrier has even readied a video to prove its claim.  The 3D-screened Android smartphone will definitely find a few more adopters in the UK and we

Video: Toshiba demoes the Thrive, gives us a chance to take one home

While you won’t actually get to see the device in the video, there is some sort of “unboxing” going on here, with the guy peeling off the Toshiba Thrive’s feature one after the other, all with cool CGI bouncing off to make the point. If you didn’t know (and if

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

Motorola Triumph for Virgin Mobile on preorder from Best Buy for $299.99

It may not take the cake pitted against the faster dual-core smartphones available now, but its 1GHz Scorpion processor should be no sloucher either.  The device also features an Adreno 205 GPU and 512MB to run sweet, succulent stock Android with no manufacturer/operator meddling whatsoever.  That’s right, the Moto Triumph

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…

Complete Change Log From Apple’s iOS 5 Beta 2 Release

With Apple’s release of iOS 5 beta 2 on Friday evening, many developers are wondering what tweaks have been made. Developer feedback so far has been positive regarding wireless sync for itunes, in addition to the slightly updated lock screen notifications.  This still leaves us wondering about all of the other adjustments and fixes

Apple Stores Now Able To Unlock Full Price AT&T iPhones At Checkout

According to an Apple internal memo leaked to 9to5Mac, Apple stores now have the limited capability of unlocking AT&T iPhones. This is different than the unlocked models Apple started selling on June 14th being that Apple can now unlock the AT&T version of the iPhone. Essentially, if an Apple store is running low

webOS 2.1 Update Available For Verizon Palm Pre 2

It’s a good day for Palm Pre 2 owners as the webOS 2.1 update is finally available. The update should hold owners over until the Palm Pre 3 hits the states. In the mean time, we rounded up the update highlights: User has access to clock, photos, and agenda apps while on a HP Touchstone charging