http://www.computerworld.com/ en_US (c) Copyright 2013 Computerworld, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Sat, 18 May 2013 12:10:31 GMT 2013-05-18T12:10:31Z en_US (c) Copyright 2013 Computerworld, Inc. All Rights Reserved. http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239232/A_stock_Android_Galaxy_S4_from_Google_will_cost_you_649?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen A special edition, stock Android version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone will go on sale June 26 on the Google Play store for $649, Google announced at its annual Google I/O conference. Wed, 15 May 2013 17:57:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239232/A_stock_Android_Galaxy_S4_from_Google_will_cost_you_649?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-15T17:57:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239230/Dell_slashes_its_Windows_RT_tablet_price_by_200_XPS_10_now_sells_for_300?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Dell drastically cut the online price of its Windows RT tablet, reducing the price by $200 to $299.99 for Dell XPS 10. Wed, 15 May 2013 17:32:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239230/Dell_slashes_its_Windows_RT_tablet_price_by_200_XPS_10_now_sells_for_300?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-15T17:32:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239194/BlackBerry_Messenger_is_expanding_to_iOS_and_Android?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry's free Messenger service is being expanded to work with iOS and Android devices, the company announced today at its BlackBerry Live event. Tue, 14 May 2013 17:10:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239194/BlackBerry_Messenger_is_expanding_to_iOS_and_Android?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-14T17:10:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239187/Upbeat_BlackBerry_launches_new_Q5_qwerty_smartphone?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The annual BlackBerry Live conference was kicked off Tuesday with the launch of a new 3.1-in. qwerty smartphone, the BlackBerry Q5, that's slated to go on sale this summer in emerging markets, but not in the U.S. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:52:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239187/Upbeat_BlackBerry_launches_new_Q5_qwerty_smartphone?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-14T14:52:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239151/No_Chrome_Android_merger_at_least_in_the_next_year_or_two?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Android's new boss hinted of an eventual merger of Chrome and Android but said the two will remain separate "for the short term," in an interview posted prior to Google I/O's opening keynote on Wednesday. Mon, 13 May 2013 17:26:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239151/No_Chrome_Android_merger_at_least_in_the_next_year_or_two?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-13T17:26:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239097/AT_T_offers_iPhone_5_through_pre_paid_Aio_Wireless?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen AT&T launched a new wireless subsidiary called Aio Wireless on Thursday that offers phones like the iPhone 5 with no annual contract. Fri, 10 May 2013 18:48:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239097/AT_T_offers_iPhone_5_through_pre_paid_Aio_Wireless?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-10T18:48:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239087/Google_Wallet_chief_s_resignation_another_bad_sign_for_NFC?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The chief of the Google Wallet operation has resigned to pursue new opportunities, another sign of continuing troubles in convincing U.S. smartphone users to adopt mobile wallets using NFC technology. Fri, 10 May 2013 14:23:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239087/Google_Wallet_chief_s_resignation_another_bad_sign_for_NFC?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-10T14:23:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239067/Amazon_may_be_working_on_a_smartphone_with_hologram_like_3D?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Amazon is reportedly developing a smartphone that sports a 3D screen that relies on retina-tracking technology to make images seem to float above the screen like a hologram. Thu, 09 May 2013 20:02:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239067/Amazon_may_be_working_on_a_smartphone_with_hologram_like_3D?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-09T20:02:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239065/Galaxy_S4_s_U.S._version_needs_added_image_processor_for_eye_tracking?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung has built several different Galaxy S4 smartphones, including a U.S. version running a Snapdragon processor that requires an extra image processor to enable heavily promoted user functions such as eye-movement recognition. Thu, 09 May 2013 19:21:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239065/Galaxy_S4_s_U.S._version_needs_added_image_processor_for_eye_tracking?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-09T19:21:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238987/For_young_students_a_C_coding_workshop_for_kids?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen As the need for mobile apps developers increases and interest in computer science courses wanes, professional educator-programmers are reaching out to a younger generation of potential coders: students as young as 10. Thu, 09 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238987/For_young_students_a_C_coding_workshop_for_kids?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239029/More_support_for_Windows_RT_this_time_from_Nvidia?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Nvidia will stay on board with making Tegra ARM-based processors for Windows RT tablets despite sluggish early sales of the devices, making the same commitment that Qualcomm has made, an Nvidia executive said Wed, 08 May 2013 20:25:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9239029/More_support_for_Windows_RT_this_time_from_Nvidia?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-08T20:25:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238980/Canadian_Tire_CTO_impressed_with_BlackBerry_Q10_s_long_battery_life?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Canadian Tire began issuing thousands of BlackBerry Q10 smartphones to corporate employees in Toronto on Monday after rolling out Z10 models weeks earlier. Tue, 07 May 2013 16:34:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238980/Canadian_Tire_CTO_impressed_with_BlackBerry_Q10_s_long_battery_life?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-07T16:34:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238939/Tablet_shipments_to_outpace_laptops_in_2013?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen New tablet shipments will outnumber laptops for the first time in 2013, as touch display capabilities drive buying patterns rather than new operating systems like Windows 8 and Windows RT, research firm NPD DisplaySearch reported on Monday. Mon, 06 May 2013 14:47:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238939/Tablet_shipments_to_outpace_laptops_in_2013?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-06T14:47:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238917/Qualcomm_defends_Windows_RT_tablets_despite_lackluster_sales_biting_criticism?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen A Qualcomm executive Friday defended Windows RT tablets despite poor initial sales, saying the mobile device chip maker is 'very optimistic with the future of Win RT.' Sat, 04 May 2013 10:42:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238917/Qualcomm_defends_Windows_RT_tablets_despite_lackluster_sales_biting_criticism?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-04T10:42:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238890/Samsung_smartphones_tablets_running_Knox_get_U.S._Defense_Department_approval?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung said Friday that its smartphones and tablets running its Knox security and management software have been cleared for use on the U.S. Department of Defense network. Fri, 03 May 2013 16:44:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238890/Samsung_smartphones_tablets_running_Knox_get_U.S._Defense_Department_approval?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-03T16:44:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238834/Think_tablets_are_popular_Shipments_soar_in_first_quarter?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Tablet shipments soared by 142% in the first quarter of 2013 year-over-year as all Android tablets, including low-budget white box versions, dominated the market over Apple iOS tablets, IDC said. Wed, 01 May 2013 20:21:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238834/Think_tablets_are_popular_Shipments_soar_in_first_quarter?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-01T20:21:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238831/AT_T_to_carry_LG_Optimus_G_Pro_for_200_and_contract_May_10?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen AT&T will exclusively sell the 5.5-in., quad-core LG Optimus G Pro smartphone starting May 10 for $199.99 with a two-year contract, the two companies announced Wednesday. Wed, 01 May 2013 19:41:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238831/AT_T_to_carry_LG_Optimus_G_Pro_for_200_and_contract_May_10?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-01T19:41:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238827/Blackberry_CEO_s_comments_ignite_debate_on_future_of_personal_computing?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins' prediction that tablets would decline in popularity provoked debate on what will happen over the next five to 10 years to smartphones, tablets and laptops -- even wearable computers -- and what devices users might eventually prefer. Wed, 01 May 2013 18:51:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238827/Blackberry_CEO_s_comments_ignite_debate_on_future_of_personal_computing?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-01T18:51:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238805/_Dual_personality_could_morph_into_Jekyll_and_Hyde_for_Samsung_and_BlackBerry?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry and Samsung have separately launched security and management software with dual-personality features for their latest Z10 and Galaxy S4 smartphones, both designed to meet the demands of a growing BYOD marketplace. Wed, 01 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238805/_Dual_personality_could_morph_into_Jekyll_and_Hyde_for_Samsung_and_BlackBerry?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-05-01T10:00:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238797/Remind_me_Why_do_we_want_a_Nexus_11_tablet_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung and Google are reportedly building a Nexus 11 tablet with an 11-in. display that runs Samsung's octa-core processor and will be released this year. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:17:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238797/Remind_me_Why_do_we_want_a_Nexus_11_tablet_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-30T17:17:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238771/Over_the_top_Internet_chat_via_apps_will_double_text_messages_sent_in_2013?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen In 2013, the number of messages sent via chat app will hit 41 billion per day, more than double the number of text messages sent globally, according to data from Informa. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:09:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238771/Over_the_top_Internet_chat_via_apps_will_double_text_messages_sent_in_2013?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-29T20:09:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238765/Gaaack_New_Samsung_Galaxy_S4_proves_easier_to_break_than_iPhone_5_or_GSIII?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The Samsung Galaxy S4 is more susceptible to damage from average drops and water than its predecessor, the Galaxy S III, or even the iPhone 5, according to tests by SquareTrade, which sells damage warranties for all kinds of smartphones. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:33:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238765/Gaaack_New_Samsung_Galaxy_S4_proves_easier_to_break_than_iPhone_5_or_GSIII?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-29T16:33:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238760/Samsung_sleeks_up_Galaxy_Tab_3?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung on Monday unveiled a sleek update to its Galaxy Tab product line, the 7-in. Galaxy Tab 3. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:25:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238760/Samsung_sleeks_up_Galaxy_Tab_3?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-29T15:25:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238727/Bellevue_College_looks_to_online_software_to_help_autistic_students_collaborate?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Bellevue College in Washington has deployed online learning software to help students with autism improve their small-group collaboration skills. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 11:28:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238727/Bellevue_College_looks_to_online_software_to_help_autistic_students_collaborate?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-28T11:28:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238719/Apple_iPad_maintains_strong_Web_traffic_lead_lead_over_Samsung_Galaxy_Tabs_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung is second to Apple in tablet sales and coming on strong, though Samsung Galaxy Tab users remain well behind iPad users in how much they use the Web. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:14:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238719/Apple_iPad_maintains_strong_Web_traffic_lead_lead_over_Samsung_Galaxy_Tabs_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-26T18:14:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238711/For_first_time_smartphone_sales_top_other_mobile_phones_in_first_quarter?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Six years after the sale of the first iPhone and 14 years after the first BlackBerry email pager was unveiled, smartphone shipments have outnumbered sales of other types of mobile phones. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:38:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238711/For_first_time_smartphone_sales_top_other_mobile_phones_in_first_quarter?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-26T13:38:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238694/Windows_tablets_no_more_than_niche_player_in_Q1_research_firm_says?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Microsoft garnered just a "niche" in the global tablet market in the first quarter of 2013, following a period of user confusion after the launch of Windows 8 and Windows RT tablets, analysts say. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:50:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238694/Windows_tablets_no_more_than_niche_player_in_Q1_research_firm_says?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-25T18:50:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238671/_Q10_with_qwerty_keyboard_seen_as_lure_to_majority_of_BlackBerry_s_76M_users?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry needed to produce an updated qwerty device for its faithful base of 76 million subscribers, but it remains to be seen whether the Q10 will make serious inroads in reversing BlackBerry's decline. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:00:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238671/_Q10_with_qwerty_keyboard_seen_as_lure_to_majority_of_BlackBerry_s_76M_users?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-25T14:00:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238662/Samsung_confirms_limited_supply_of_Galaxy_S4_cites_overwhelming_global_demand_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Overwhelming global demand may limit initial supplies of the Galaxy S4 smartphone, Samsung said Wednesday, while both Sprint and T-Mobile USA confirmed there would be delays in their receiving the phones. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:11:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238662/Samsung_confirms_limited_supply_of_Galaxy_S4_cites_overwhelming_global_demand_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-24T19:11:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238651/Sprint_says_Galaxy_S4_shipments_will_be_slightly_delayed?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Sprint warned Wednesday that it will be "slightly delayed" with its full launch of the Samsung Galaxy S 4 on Saturday as planned. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:15:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238651/Sprint_says_Galaxy_S4_shipments_will_be_slightly_delayed?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-24T16:15:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238630/U.S._carriers_expected_to_ship_BlackBerry_Q10_in_late_May?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The BlackBerry Q10 with its physical keyboard is expected to be available from major U.S. carriers in late May at a suggested price of $249 with a contract. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:21:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238630/U.S._carriers_expected_to_ship_BlackBerry_Q10_in_late_May?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-24T09:21:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238546/Hospital_opts_for_Wi_Fi_over_GPS_in_smartphone_navigation_app?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Miami Children's Hospital recently launched a free iPhone app that uses Wi-Fi triangulation to help patients and their families find their way around the medical center. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238546/Hospital_opts_for_Wi_Fi_over_GPS_in_smartphone_navigation_app?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-22T10:00:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238541/Consumer_tech_key_in_Boston_Marathon_bombing_probe?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Users of consumer technology and social media reacted quickly after explosions ripped through crowds near the finish line of the Boston Marathon last week, sending out updates, snapping photos and recording videos that officials said could turn out to be critical pieces of evidence. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238541/Consumer_tech_key_in_Boston_Marathon_bombing_probe?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-22T10:00:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238452/Galaxy_S4_available_on_seven_U.S._wireless_carriers_by_end_of_April?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung announced today that its next-generation Galaxy S4 smartphone will be available by the end of April on seven major U.S. carriers, as well as seven retailers. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:43:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238452/Galaxy_S4_available_on_seven_U.S._wireless_carriers_by_end_of_April?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-17T13:43:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238417/Update_Massive_citizen_smartphone_photo_and_video_probe_underway_into_Boston_bombings?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Following the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon on Monday, investigators mounted a massive effort to scrutinize digital photos and videos taken about the time of the blasts from citizen smartphones and area surveillance cameras. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:33:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238417/Update_Massive_citizen_smartphone_photo_and_video_probe_underway_into_Boston_bombings?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-16T16:33:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238395/Dish_says_it_can_offer_Sprint_tech_advantages_that_SoftBank_can_t_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Dish Network's offer on Monday to buy Sprint for $25.5 billion, includes strategic and technology advantages SoftBank doesn't offer in its rival $20 billion bid for a 70% stake in the carrier, the satellite service provider claims. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:59:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238395/Dish_says_it_can_offer_Sprint_tech_advantages_that_SoftBank_can_t_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-15T16:59:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238361/BlackBerry_in_latest_crisis_says_report_of_high_Z10_returns_is_false_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry's recent launch of the Z10 smartphone and the upcoming Q10 qwerty device were intended to put the company back on solid ground, but BlackBerry seems to be defending itself from a new crisis every week. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:21:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238361/BlackBerry_in_latest_crisis_says_report_of_high_Z10_returns_is_false_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-12T17:21:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238335/Samsung_sees_value_in_bigger_Galaxy_Mega_smartphones?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Samsung struck again Thursday, announcing two even bigger Galaxy Mega smartphones with 5.8-in. and 6.3-in. LCD HD screens. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:20:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238335/Samsung_sees_value_in_bigger_Galaxy_Mega_smartphones?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-11T18:20:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238271/Google_and_AT_T_pony_up_separate_gigabit_speed_fiber_projects_for_Austin?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Google Fiber with gigabit speeds will be coming to homes in Austin, Texas, by mid-2014, Google announced today. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:58:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238271/Google_and_AT_T_pony_up_separate_gigabit_speed_fiber_projects_for_Austin?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-09T19:58:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238269/Yeah_Yeah_Yeahs_say_no_no_no_to_smartphones_during_their_live_punk_concert?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The war on smartphones at concerts and other live events seems unending. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:13:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238269/Yeah_Yeah_Yeahs_say_no_no_no_to_smartphones_during_their_live_punk_concert?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-09T18:13:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238268/BlackBerry_Q10_pre_orders_start_in_Canada_no_word_on_U.S._?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Several Canadian retailers and wireless carriers began taking pre-orders for the BlackBerry Q10 qwerty smartphone, although there was no word on when the phones would be available. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:31:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238268/BlackBerry_Q10_pre_orders_start_in_Canada_no_word_on_U.S._?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-09T17:31:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238184/Purported_next_gen_BlackBerry_Curve_image_appears?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen An image of what could be the next-generation of the BlackBerry Curve running on BlackBerry 10 has appeared on the BlackBerryOS forums. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:26:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238184/Purported_next_gen_BlackBerry_Curve_image_appears?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-05T17:26:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238147/Will_more_smartphones_support_Facebook_Home_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The HTC First smartphone will have native support for Facebook Home when it ships on AT&T April 12. Some analysts wonder how soon -- or whether -- native support for the app will be added to more smartphones. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 23:42:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238147/Will_more_smartphones_support_Facebook_Home_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-04T23:42:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238102/Miami_hospital_turns_to_Wi_Fi_triangulation_for_smartphone_mapping_app?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Miami Children's Hospital recently launched a free iPhone app that uses Wi-Fi triangulation to help patients and their families navigate through the center. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:23:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238102/Miami_hospital_turns_to_Wi_Fi_triangulation_for_smartphone_mapping_app?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-03T18:23:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238095/Second_gen_Nexus_7_coming_around_July_it_will_run_Qualcomm_chip_sources_say?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen The second-generation Nexus 7 tablet, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, will be launched around July, according to two unnamed sources in a Reuters report. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:37:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238095/Second_gen_Nexus_7_coming_around_July_it_will_run_Qualcomm_chip_sources_say?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-03T15:37:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238070/Is_Amazon_working_on_a_Kindle_smartphone_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Amazon may be building a Kindle smartphone on a custom version of Android to be launched in the second half of 2013. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:58:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238070/Is_Amazon_working_on_a_Kindle_smartphone_?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-02T17:58:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238065/HTC_One_with_32_GB_available_from_AT_T_Sprint_on_April_19_for_200_and_two_year_contract?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen AT&T and Sprint Tuesday separately announced plans to start selling 32GB HTC One smartphones on April 19 for $199.99 with a two-year contract. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:25:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238065/HTC_One_with_32_GB_available_from_AT_T_Sprint_on_April_19_for_200_and_two_year_contract?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-02T16:25:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238037/Leaked_BlackBerry_road_map_reveals_two_phablets_widescreen_tablet_in_coming_year?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry plans to release a larger tablet and two phone-tablet combos, or phablets, over the next year, according to a leaked road map presentation slide. Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:43:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9238037/Leaked_BlackBerry_road_map_reveals_two_phablets_widescreen_tablet_in_coming_year?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-04-01T13:43:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9237953/BlackBerry_stems_bleeding_sells_1_million_Z10s?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen BlackBerry today reported a return to operating profit for its fourth quarter amid sales of 1 million Z10 smartphones. But there was also a decline of 3 million global subscribers, down to 76 million. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9237953/BlackBerry_stems_bleeding_sells_1_million_Z10s?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-03-28T15:30:00Z http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9237934/Dissecting_T_Mobile_s_uncarrier_like_plans?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen Analysts offered divergent opinions of T-Mobile USA's "uncarrier" initiatives for no-contract service and low subsidies for mobile devices announced this week. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 19:33:00 GMT mhamblen@computerworld.com (Matt Hamblen) http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9237934/Dissecting_T_Mobile_s_uncarrier_like_plans?source=rss_keyword_matt+hamblen 2013-03-27T19:33:00Z