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Editor's Desk: Introducing DroidDog and BBerryDog!

Editor's Desk: Introducing DroidDog and BBerryDog!

    Just about three and a half years ago now I bought an unlocked Sony Ericsson w800i "Walkman Phone," borrowed a friend's MOTO RAZR, and sat down to write my first reviews for PhoneDog. Long before...
Virgin Mobile phasing out Helio brand?

Virgin Mobile phasing out Helio brand?

It was widely thought the day would come at some point, but it looks as if Virgin Mobile is shuttering the Helio brand name.  Not only is the Pantech Ocean 2 no longer available on the website (...
BlackBerry Curve 2 (8530) makes an appearance in Verizon employee booklet

BlackBerry Curve 2 (8530) makes an appearance in Verizon employee booklet

Though the BlackBerry 8520 is out on T-Mobile, the 8530 (which we've previously written about here) looks to be en-route to Verizon as the Curve 2.  Despite the 8520 shipping with EDGE, the Curve 2...
Tmo announces gesture-friendly Equinox feature phone

Tmo announces gesture-friendly Equinox feature phone

Not everyone wants a full-fledged cellular computing device, and for those just looking for a basic feature phone without resorting to the dry and boring, T-mobile’s announcement today may have just...
Vote for the BBerryDog logo!

Vote for the BBerryDog logo!

Thank you to all who participated in our logo contest!  To everyone that submitted a logo entry, I sincerely thank you.  Over the past few days, I've been going through your logos, and I was so...
Verizon Wireless reports third quarter earnings

Verizon Wireless reports third quarter earnings

I reported on AT&T's third quarter earnings last week, and today, Verizon Wireless is up to bat. The company added 1.2 million subscribers in the third quarter, bringing the total number of...
inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry available for pre-order; shipping in February

inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry available for pre-order; shipping in February

Remember the BlackBerry-themed watch that I reported on last week?  Looks like it's set and ready to go.  The inPulse Smartwatch for BlackBerry offers a 1.3-inch OLED display, Bluetooth 2.0, and a...
BlackBerry Storm 2 officially launching October 28th; OS 5.0 to be had by all

BlackBerry Storm 2 officially launching October 28th; OS 5.0 to be had by all

As expected, Verizon will be launching the BlackBerry Storm 2 on Wednesday, October 28th for $179.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate and new two-year agreement.  Complete with a 3.25-inch touchscreen (...
T-mobile debuts Even More plans

T-mobile debuts Even More plans

As expected, Even More (or Project Dark, or whatever you want to call it) has gone live today. T-Mobile pulled the trigger and launched Even More and Even More Plus, both of which offer unlimited Tmo...
Leaked image of T-mobile's Project Dark training sheet

Leaked image of T-mobile's Project Dark training sheet

Tmo News got its hands on an internal training sheet for Project Dark, which includes some of the pricing schemes as well as comparisons to the other major carriers. Is this for real? Well,...
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Hulu to start charging in 2010

Hulu to start charging in 2010

It’s a sad time for free TV–loving online vid fans. Looks like Hulu’s going to start implementing fees. According to remarks made by Chase Carey, an exec at News. Corp (which co-owns Hulu), the...
AT&T publishes third quarter results; staggering number of iPhones sold

AT&T publishes third quarter results; staggering number of iPhones sold

Despite concerns surrounding the network, AT&T posted relatively strong third quarter numbers today.  Not only were Earnings Per Share at 54 cents (down year-over-year but up from the previous...
iPhone clone offers QWERTY, turns PD editor green with envy

iPhone clone offers QWERTY, turns PD editor green with envy

When it comes to mobile phones, I don’t do knock-offs. (Shoes, clothes, purses — well that’s another story.) Then I got a peek at this little beauty from China. Holy smokes, I want this. As a full...
Pantech Reveal hits the shelves at AT&T

Pantech Reveal hits the shelves at AT&T

Featured at CTIA earlier in the month, the Pantech Reveal has officially landed at AT&T.  Offering a new double-keypad design with a dedicated number pad and a QWERTY keyboard, the phone ships...
Review: OtterBox Commuter Case for BlackBerry Tour 9630

Review: OtterBox Commuter Case for BlackBerry Tour 9630

What's Good: Feels great in the hand and while talking; good build quality; doesn't hinder typing. What's Bad: Somewhat challenging to charge/sync while the case is installed. There's no doubt about...
BlackBerry Storm 2 dummy units appearing at Best Buy

BlackBerry Storm 2 dummy units appearing at Best Buy

October 21st is here, and it looks like the wait is going to continue for the Storm 2.  Despite the letdown,  don't lose all hope.  Best Buy has officially received their dummy units, with some...
RIM and T-Mobile announce the BlackBerry Bold 9700, coming in November

RIM and T-Mobile announce the BlackBerry Bold 9700, coming in November

After months of speculation, and quiet on the RIM front, T-Mobile has finally broke the silence and announced the BlackBerry Bold 9700.  Hot on the heels of the BlackBerry Storm 2 (or perhaps before...
Breaking: T-Mobile to offer 80 dollar a month unlimited, no contract plan

Breaking: T-Mobile to offer 80 dollar a month unlimited, no contract plan

T-Mobile is rumored to be taking the wraps off of "Project Dark" in the next few days, but it looks like a leak just found its way into TmoNews' hands and onto the InterWebs. This is obviously still...
Samsung and U.S. Cellular launch Trill and Caliber

Samsung and U.S. Cellular launch Trill and Caliber

If you're with U.S. Cellular and are seeking a new phone, the two Samsung devices launched today may be for you.  First up, the Samsung Trill (pictured) is much like Verizon's Samsung Trance,...
VoIP company 8X8 moving in the fast lane

VoIP company 8X8 moving in the fast lane

8X8, Inc., a popular voice, video, mobile, and web conferencing service provider was named one of the fastest growing tech companies in North America.  Deloitte LLP awards their Technology Fast 500...

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