TerreStar Networks Inc. announced today the successful launch of TerreStar-1, the world’s largest, most advanced commercial communications satellite that will deliver voice, data and video services on an all IP next-generation mobile broadband network anywhere in the United States and Canada.
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The world’s largest commercial satellite was launched into space today, with the goal of providing mobile phone service to “dead zones” in North America.
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Just a day after Verizon Wireless said it would launch the BlackBerry Tour, Sprint, too, announced it would release its version of the Tour on the same July 12 day for the same $200 price.
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Online retail giant Amazon.com plans to develop smartphones apps to expand its Kindle e-book reader — making digital titles available to more platforms and generating additional revenue from sales of software.
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Nokia announced today that the latest version of Ovi Maps application for your device is enhanced through additional features and services:
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AT&T today announced the BlueAnt Q1 Voice Controlled Bluetooth Headset with Multipoint will be available in AT&T stores and online at www.wireless.att.comon July 19 for $129.99.
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Google has been working hard to offer universal search results to more devices in more countries around the world. Back in March, Google expanded the availability of the new iPhone and Android format to over 20 countries.
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According to analyst firm Strategy Analytics, Comcast’s announcement of its “High-Speed 2go” service, which bundles Clearwire’s WiMax service with its own broadband products, will put new pressure on competitors AT&T and Verizon.
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While music stores and online sites were overloaded with fans seeking Michael Jackson songs after his death last week, the Sprint Music Store was able to seamlessly offer customers a quick and easy route to download the late singer’s most popular hits.
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According to a new report from telecom consultants Juniper Research, the number of Smartphones shipped with open source operating systems (OS) will increase from 106 million this year to 223 million by 2014.
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