Cellphones & Mobile Accessories

BlackBerry 7 gets an SDK, NFC, AR, other acronyms
BlackBerry 7 OS is coming soon but, to take advantage of all those fancy features like NFC and the digital compass (ok, some of them aren’t that fancy), devs are going to need some new APIs — enter the BlackBerry 7 Java SDK. Creators of BlackBerry apps can go download the beta of the new software development kit at the source link and start whipping up augmented reality browsers and 3D games …

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The Samsung Vibrant Gets Android 2.2 Froyo Update
Samsung and T-Mobile today released the Android 2.2 upgrade for the Samsung Vibrant Galaxy S phone. This upgrade also includes Wi-Fi calling, USB / Wi-Fi tethering, and various software enhancements. This upgrade will not be sent to customers Over …

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I left my cellphone in the pocket of my sweater and I put it in the washing machine. Now its wet and won’t turn on. Any suggestions?

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini gets Euro Mobile Phone 2010-2011 plum
Sony Ericsson has bared that the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini has been awarded “European Mobile Phone 2010-2011” by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). Chosen for its unique combination of compact size and excellent performance with a comprehensive range of features, the accolade highlights Sony Ericsson’s commitment to deliver smartphones optimised for communication and …

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