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Monday, September 27, 2010

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TV white space for mobile: It's a go
The Federal Communications Commission has unanimously approved the use of license-exempt vacant airwaves between TV channels -- called "white spaces" -- to support new wireless applications. This is the first significant block of spectrum made available for unlicensed use in more than 20 years. Read More


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FCC takes 'free love' approach to white spaces spectrum
The Federal Communications Commission's new approach to dealing with white spaces spectrum could be best summed up by a variation of an old '60s trope: If it looks open, use it. Read More

Mozilla's 'Seabird' Phone Could Be a Boon for Business
A new, open phone design revealed by Mozilla yesterday aims to rethink the way users interact with content on mobile platforms. Read More

J.D. Power ranks iPhone No. 1 in customer satisfaction
Apple's iPhone took first place for the fourth year running in J.D. Power and Associates' smartphone customer satisfaction rankings. Read More

What's Hot in Fall's Coolest Games
From free-to-play fantasy epics to lightsaber-swinging action sequels, here are the most anticipated games of the new season. Read More

Businesses gobbling up Google Android smartphones, ChangeWave finds
Companies are increasingly spending their smartphone dollars on Google Android devices, at least in part at the expense of RIM BlackBerry devices, according to ChangeWave's latest numbers. Read More


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Meeting the new PCI wireless requirements
Beginning Sept. 30, Visa will require merchants and related businesses to conduct wireless security scans to prove compliance with version 1.2 of the PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) which is designed to safeguard cardholder data from wireless threats. Read More

BlackBerry for Business blog debuts
Research in Motion launched a BlackBerry for Business blog, bearing a post from its lead contributor simply named "Roger," who has been a RIM marketing employee since 2001. Read More

What You Need to Know About White Space Wi-Fi
Yesterday the FCC voted unanimously to approve the use of broadcast television white space as unlicensed wireless spectrum. The advent of white space "Wi-Fi on steroids" could be the catalyst for a new wireless revolution leading to unprecedented investment and innovation. So, what exactly is the big deal about this white space Wi-Fi thing? Read More

Verizon CEO expects data pricing tiers within six months
Tiered data pricing is coming soon to Verizon Wireless customers, Verizon Communications CEO Ivan Seidenberg said at an investor conference early today. Read More

IT managers ignore wireless at their peril
Wireless communication, once the domain of broadcasters and carriers, is now available everywhere we work, play, study, dine and drink coffee. These days wireless also seems to be equipped in every imaginable device, including toys made by the likes of Fisher Price. The technology can also be thanked for eliminating what was once the common eyesore of Ethernet cable carpets. Read More


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Dropbox announces iOS app update, App Directory
Dropbox, everyone's favorite alternative to Apple's iDisk, announced a major app update on Wednesday as well as a new App Directory. Read More

MetroPCS beats Verizon to LTE punch
MetroPCS became the first wireless carrier in the United States to offer 4G LTE services Tuesday with an official commercial launch in Las Vegas. Read More

Oh no! Mr. Bill comes to iOS, disaster ensues
If you're a longtime fan of Saturday Night Live, you might remember the lovable but abused claymation character, Mr. Bill. Known for his trademark cry of "oh noooo!", the unfortunate Mr. Bill met a hilariously grisly demise in almost every episode. Now, you can take control of the ill-fated clay character in Capcom's new Mr. Bill game for iOS. Read More

Goldman bullish on tablets, wireless data growth
Goldman Sachs' investment research arm expects a coming boom in wireless data consumption fueled by 4G wireless services and the rise of mobile tablet computers. Read More

Qualcomm shells out more details on Peanut wireless technology
Qualcomm is developing a short-range radio technology called Peanut that would require less battery power than Zigbee, Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband. Read More

Wireless networks, apps gaining ground in unlikely places
Mobile and wireless applications are already profoundly affecting underdeveloped areas of the world, according to a "Future of Mobile" panel at the EmTech@MIT 2010 conference today.. Read More



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