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Incase Power Slider Case for iPhone 3G doubles Battery Life
Incase unveiled the Power Slider for the iPhone 3G that more than doubles the battery life of iPhone 3G while providing integrated sync and charge capabilities and complete iPhone protection. Given the limited battery life that users complain about the Incase Power Slider sounds like a great solution to the problem. The only downside is that it makes your iPhone 3G look fat.
The Incase Power Slider serves as both a case and power solution. The optimized power management system provides continuous charge to the internal battery of iPhone 3G. When in use, power drains first from Power Slider so that the device's internal battery remains fully charged and is only depleted once the battery of Power Slider has been drained.
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Posted on Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:05:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr
3G Acer Aspire One and LG X110 netbooks big Sellers for T-Mobile
T-Mobile in Germany announced that they sold 10,000 Acer Aspire One netbooks with integrated 3G cards in the first 4 weeks of availability.
The Acer Aspire One A 150X sells for 1 Euro if you sign a two year contract web’n’walk Connect L, which gives you unlimited data and costs 40 Euro/month (~$50).
Since the beginning of this week customers can also choose the new LG X110 netbook with integrated 3G card for just 1 Euro.
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Posted on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G Tethering coming says AT&T
One of the annoying disadvantages of the iPhone 3G today is that you cannot use it to connect a notebook to the internet.
Now AT&T Mobility CEO Ralph De La Vega told TechCrunch's Michael Arrington at the Web 2.0 Summit that iPhone tethering is coming soon.
AT&T did not reveal if there will be an extra charge for this feature. In my value understanding using a mobile phone as a modem should be free and covered by the data plan I already have. This is how it works here in Germany with my old Nokia N80 on O2.
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Posted on Fri, 7 Nov 2008 00:15:48 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G could sell as low as $99 and T-Mobile G1 gets rolledback at Wal-mart
The smartphone battle will still get a lot more interesting for us consumers on the pricing side of things. Analyst Charlie Wolf of Needham Research says that Apple can afford to drop the iPhone 3G price to $99 if necessary. Via Electronista.
Given the high prices RIM keeps on their new Blackberry Bold ($299.99 with 2 year contract) and most likely also on the new BlackBerry Storm a price drop like that would hurt pretty bad.
The only other smartphone that would not hesitate to cut prices is the new T-Mobile G1 as it seems.
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Posted on Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:56:58 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Speck Introduces Fitted iPhone 3G Cases
Speck has introduced some new fitted iPhone cases that are available in three fabrics. The cases are available with original fabrics, colors, and patterns. Speck says that the fitted cases bring a custom apparel look to the iPhone 3G.
I can’t say that I understand why someone would want their iPhone to look like it was wearing custom clothes. The case is two-piece and snaps together for a snug fit. The inside of the case is a soft touch polycarbonate hard shell to protect the phone from daily life. Each of the three cases sells for $29.95. Read more
Posted on Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:42:27 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Walmart rumored to sell the Apple iPhone 3G starting November 15th
Besides AT&T and Apple Stores the iPhone 3G is already sold at electronics retailer Best Buy. Now BoyGeniusReport quotes sources saying that Walmart is supposed to start selling the iPhone 3G starting November 15th.
The Apple iPhone 3G is the 2nd best selling mobile phone in the United States. It makes sense for Walmart to carry this "mass market" product. Wal-mart of course already sells the Motorola RAZR V3, which is top selling phone in the States.
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Posted on Sun, 12 Oct 2008 02:02:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
NPD Group Says 1 in 3 iPhone 3G Buyers Came from Different Carriers
According to market research firm NPD Group, AT&T is reaping big rewards from its exclusive iPhone deal with Apple. NPD says that its research has concluded that one in three iPhone 3G buyers came to AT&T from another provider specifically to get the iPhone 3G.
NPD also says that its research shows the iPhone 3G is the second best-selling handset among consumers in the US behind the Motorola RAZR V3. Before the launch of the 3G iPhone the original iPhone counted for 11% of the consumer smartphone market, after the 3G the iPhone held 17% of the market. In June through August 2008 the iPhone 3G was the best selling smartphone. Read more
Posted on Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:08:56 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iPhone 3G ranks 2nd in U.S. Mobile Phone Sales
Retail research firm NPD says that the Apple iPhone 3G is already the 2nd best selling mobile phone in the United States only topped by the Motorola RAZR V3.
The iPhone is the best selling smartphone in the period of June to August beating BlackBerry Curve, BlackBerry Pearl and the Palm Centro.
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Posted on Mon, 6 Oct 2008 12:56:49 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G is named Gadget of the Year
LONDON (Reuters) - Apple's iPhone 3G has won a public vote to find the
year's best gadget, beating strong competition from three games consoles, a
budget laptop and a balloon-shaped iPod speaker system.
The latest version of the mobile that combines a phone with a music and video
player was chosen by readers of Stuff magazine in its annual Gadget of the Year
awards.
The magazine described the iPhone 3G as "a faster, cleverer version of an
already remarkable phone." The phone's first incarnation, launched in Britain
last year, won the coolest gadget prize at last year's ceremony.
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Posted on Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:45:07 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
HTC Touch Viva and Touch 3G unveiled
HTC today introduced the HTC Touch 3G and HTC Touch Viva smart phones.
The new Touch 3G and the Touch Viva update the low-end of the HTC Touch series, which is led now by the new HTC Touch HD.
The HTC Touch 3G offers HSPA connectivity, 2.8 inch QVGA screen, 3.2MP camera, GPS, and HTC TouchFLO with Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional.
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Posted on Tue, 16 Sep 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G is I4U Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide Tip #20
If someone on your shopping list this holiday season wants a new smartphone, the iPhone 3G is a fantastic choice. The iPhone 3G has all of the same features are the fantastic original iPhone with a few additions that up the ante for the device. Apple added GPS and 3G connectivity to the new iPhone 3G that the original didn't have.
The iPhone is only available on AT&T, which could be an issue for some users. The iPhone is hands down the best device for surfing the Internet I have used and works very well. The on screen keyboard draws much criticism, but after using it for a few weeks it becomes much less of an issue. In the end, the iPhone 3G is simply one of the best smartphones on the current market and will make a great holiday gift. Read more
Posted on Sun, 7 Sep 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
AT&T Launches USBConnect Mercury 3G Modem
AT&T Wireless has announced its latest USBConnect 3G modem called the Mercury. The Mercury is the smallest, and lightest of AT&Ts USBConnect devices. The Mercury has the connection manager software needed to operate preinstalled on the modem itself.
It is compatible with Windows Vista, XP, and 2000. Mac users can take advantage of the device with Sierra Watcher software for Macs. The Mercury is capable of downloads from 700 kbps to 1.7mbps and upload speeds of 500 kbps to 1.2 mbps. The Sierra Wireless Mercury is available now free after 2-year contract discount and a $100 mail-in rebate. Read more
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 11:28:42 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iSkin solo Protection for iPhone 3G
iSkin has announced a new protective covering for the iPhone 3G that is form fitting and provides a high-gloss covering. The iSkin solo totally encapsulated the iPhone 3G and protects the phone from impact, scratches, dirt, dust and other hazards.
The front of the solo has a touch compatible clear protective screen to protect the screen from scratches and provides complete access to the iPhone controls. The solo skin comes in black, red, blue, and white colors. The case will retail for $29.99. Read more
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:36:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
BatRest for iPhone 3G
One thing that the iPhone excels at is watching video on the go. What many iPhone users often wish for when watching video on the go, is a stand to support the iPhone so you can watch without having to hold the phone in your hands.
Seskimo has announced a new iPhone 3G video stand called the BatRest that will support the iPhone 3G in an upright position and is very easy to transport. The BatRest is made from thin plastic that folds flat and is about the size of a credit card. Read more
Posted on Wed, 3 Sep 2008 07:31:20 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
T-Mobile sold more than 120,000 3G iPhones
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Deutsche Telekom's wireless business T-Mobile has sold
more than 120,000 new 3G iPhones since its sales launch on July 11 despite
distribution problems, its chief executive told a German weekly magazine.
Hamid Akhavan told Focus, delivery problems that left customers waiting for
weeks to get their hands on the new, faster version of the iPhone had been
solved and that the backlog would be cleared by the end of the month.
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Posted on Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:50:54 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
MTS to sell iPhone 3G in Russia
Reuters reports that sources close to the matter claim that carrier Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) signed a deal with Apple to offer the iPhone 3G in Russia starting this October.
There are actually already tons of iPhones in use in Russia. It is a must have device among the young and hip Russsians. Unlocked iPhones are readily available for a premium.
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Posted on Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:26:57 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G User sues Apple over Download Speed
Jessica Alena Smith from Birmingham, Alabama is suing Apple over false advertising about the iPhone 3G download speed. She pins her lawsuit on the statement from Apple that the iPhone 3G download speed is twice as fast as the original iPhone.
The woman is also seeking an unspecified amount of damages, an order from the judge that Apple is fixing the problems, and that the suit become a class action lawsuit.
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Posted on Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:20:42 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Colored Naked Cases for iPhone 3G Now Available
Case-mate has announced a new line of colored Naked Cases specifically for the iPhone 3G. The maker claims the case is the world's first touch-through color case for the iPhone 3G. The case offers a clear front for screen access in colors including -- black, gray, pink, and white.
The case features a click-snap back class for easy installation, large cutouts for access to controls, and smooth edges that conform to the iPhone 3G. The clear screen protector is electrostatic and allows for full functionality. Read more
Posted on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iPhone 3G Telescope available
The 6x strap-on telescope was already available for the original iPhone. Now a Telescope lens is available also for the iPhone 3G.
This iPhone 3G accessory is not very cool, but it seems to work. You could also just get a decent digital camera, as the iPhone 3G camera still sucks.
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Posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G Connectivity Issues, Steve Jobs responded?
The complaints about 3G connectivity issues still continue to make waves this week. MacRumors reports that one of their users claims to have received an email response from Steve Jobs to his complaints about his 3G connectivity issues on the iPhone.
The email says that there are bugs that affect 2% of the shipped iPhone 3G phones and that Apple works on a software update to fix them.
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Posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:02:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
iPhone 3G for Business available online at AT&T
AT&T has started to distribute the iPhone 3G to businesses. If your company has already a business contract you can directly order your iPhone 3G on the AT&T website.
If you plan to actually use the access corporate email, company intranet sites, or other business apps you need the Enterprise Data Plan for iPhone that costs $45/month. If you just check private mail then you only need the normal Data plan for $30/month.
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Posted on Sun, 17 Aug 2008 09:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
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