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Darrell Etherington Jan 17, 2012 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Apple targets Samsung smartphones, tablets with new German lawsuits

Apple has filed suit against Samsung once again in Germany, aiming to have sales of 10 of the Korean company's smartphones halted. In a separate newly filed suit, Apple also targeted five models of Samsung tablets. Apple is targeting design rights with its latest suits.…

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Apple, Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Oct 10, 2011 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Which Galaxy S II is better? T-Mobile’s vs. AT&T’s

Customers on U.S. GSM networks have two similar Samsung Galaxy S II smartphones to choose from: one for AT&T and one for T-Mobile. I've spent time using both and highlight the key differences that could influence your purchase decision: networks, screens and other small variances.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Oct 1, 2011 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Android this week: AT&T Galaxy S II video look; Android event Oct.11; Kindle Fire

A AT&T Galaxy S II video shows what to expect before the phone goes on sale. Samsung is planning an event with Google that could bring the next Nexus. And Amazon's Kindle Fire may be the best Android tablet yet, even though you won't see Android.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Sep 24, 2011 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Android this week: Galaxy S II first look; Amazon tablet soon; more Hulu Plus devices

My first hands-on look at AT&T's Galaxy S II shows a powerful smartphone with brilliant display and fast mobile broadband. Amazon's tablet is expected to launch next week, although it runs on Google's platform, you may not see Android. Hulu Plus fans gain a software upgrade.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Sep 23, 2011 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

First look at AT&T’s Samsung Galaxy S II

AT&T's Galaxy S II launches on Oct. 2, but a review unit just landed on my doorstep. Here are several photos and my initial impressions of Samsung's latest and greatest Android phone designed for AT&T's HSPA+ network. So far, I'm most impressed.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Sep 21, 2011 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

AT&T launching the Samsung Galaxy S II Oct. 2 for $199

The fastest selling Samsung smartphone, the Galaxy S II, arrives on AT&T's network October 2 for $199 after contract. That's right before an expected introduction of Apple's newest iPhone. Which super smartphone will AT&T customers choose: the best Android phone or Apple's latest and greatest?…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Aug 26, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Is Verizon waiting for this Samsung Galaxy S II LTE?

Samsung is expected to introduce an updated Galaxy S II handset with larger display, faster processor and bigger battery. But the real upgrade appears to be multimode network support including LTE. Could this be why Verizon is passing on the original and highly popular GS2 handset?…

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Mobile
Kevin C. Tofel Aug 25, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

No Samsung Galaxy S II for Verizon after all

We have an extensive portfolio that offers customers a great variety of devices, including the Samsung Droid Charge. Verizon(s vz) spokesperson, Brenda…

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Mobile
Kevin C. Tofel Aug 17, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Why your next smartphone may have a larger HD screen

Samsung is reportedly shrinking the size of full high-definition screens and will create them for large smartphones and small tablets. The Super AMOLED Plus technology could support 1280x720 resolution on phones over 5-inches, as well as 7-inch tablets. Even better, the technology is getting cheaper.…

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Mobile, Technology
Darrell Etherington Aug 12, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

The case for and against a September iPhone 5 launch

Everyone knows Apple will launch a new iPhone, but no one knows quite when. Friday saw new claims as to when it might arrive, so it's a good opportunity to look at all of the iPhone 5 release date rumors and see where we end up.…

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Apple
Erica Ogg Jul 28, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Apple vs. Samsung: the real battle for mobile supremacy

It's often said that the future of mobile will boil down to Apple versus Google, or iPhone and Android. But that’s far too broad. It's Samsung that's giving Apple a run for its money in phones and perhaps, eventually, tablets.…

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Apple, Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jul 26, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Can a Galaxy S II with keyboard steal iPhone sales?

AT&T's network accounts for 17 percent of all iPhones sold last quarter, which is a big number. But some consumers won't consider the iPhone due to the lack of a hardware keyboard. Samsung's Galaxy S II could steal sales with its keyboard and peppy performance.…

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Apple, Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jul 19, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Who’s on pace to sell 1M phones a day? (Hint: Not Apple)

Nokia has long held the top spot for handset sales, but another company is quietly creeping up from behind thanks to a solid smartphone strategy. Samsung is expected to sell 300 million handsets this year, with 60 million of them in the highly profitable smartphone segment.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 16, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Android This Week: Hot Handsets; Carrier Billing; Antitrust Actions

This week brought news of several hot new Android handsets: one is already available online, while the other two will arrive soon. With dual-core processors, high definition video capability and fast connections, these will help drive the Android "army" which grows by 350,000 devices each day.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Mar 3, 2011 (Jun 8, 2020) -- Blog Post

Samsung Galaxy S II: Two Different CPUs an Issue for One Phone

Samsung's first dual core handset, the Galaxy S II, is due to arrive soon, but there may be variants: Some will use Samsung's CPU, while others will use Nvidia's Tegra 2. Is this situation another example of potential fragmentation in the fast-growing smartphone market?…

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Mobile, Technology

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