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OnLive brings Internet Explorer to iPad

CNETAnalysis: OnLive has added a subscription tier to its OnLive Deskop application for the Apple iPad, which now adds Internet Explorer 9 and access to the company’s super-fast cloud internet service. The OnLive Desktop app first launched in January offering remote access to a full version of Windows 7 (including the in-demand Microsoft Office ) through the company’s servers. The... 

Everything Everywhere plans UK 4G launch in 2012

CNETAnalysis: Everything Everywhere plans to roll-out 4G LTE mobile internet for Orange and T-Mobile customers by the end of the year, providing it gets the green light from Ofcom. The company, which controls Orange and T-Mobile UK, has announced a new 4G test on the 1800Mhz spectrum in Bristol this April with a view to rolling out its first 4G service before 2012 is over. The company, which... 

iPhone jealously as Tegra 3 smartphones set for MWC 2012

CNET Analysis: We already know that the Samsung Galaxy S III will not be making an appearance at this month’s Mobile World Conference. But that’s not to say we won’t see some great handsets being showcased in Barcelona. There is a good chance that some iPhone owners may feel some jealously as Nvidia Tegra 3 smartphones are set to make an appearance at MWC 2012. Many were already expecting... 

iPhone 5 testers and Verizon excuses

CNET Analysis: If there is one product that’s surly not to be tested by just anyone it has to be Apple’s iPhone 5 and with a release date that could be anytime from June to December 2012, why would anyone think it’s possible to test an iPhone 5? This is just what a few thousand people thought this month after receiving a text message. Did you receive the suspect message? – It’s... 

Hardware to blame for slow Android ICS rollout

CNET Analysis: One of the biggest criticisms for the Android platform remains the speed that updates to the operating system are rolled out to consumer’s handsets. Only yesterday we told you about HTC updating their roadmap for their ICS upgrade plans. Now it has been claimed that hardware is to blame for the slow ICS rollout. According to a top Motorola executive it’s not individual company’s... 

Motorola release Droid 4 video expertize

CNET Analysis: If you have decided that the Motorola Droid 4 is your next smartphone and you’re planning to pick one up at launch this week, it’s a good idea to read or in this case watch as much intel as possible so you’re up to speed on the capabilities that the Droid 4 has to offer. Motorola has just unleashed a barrage of videos giving consumers the perfect opportunity for... 

Possible Galaxy Nexus sale ban by Apple defies belief

CNET Analysis: While Apple are notoriously secret when it comes to new product unveilings, the same cannot be said for the company’s willingness to press forward with legal action against rival manufacturers in a public fashion. After being embroiled in a patent spat with Samsung throughout most of 2011, Apple has now taken the bold step in trying to block sales of Google and Samsung’s... 

iPhone 5 and necessity of physical keyboards

CNET Analysis: There are many who believe that Apple will be launching an all new iPhone this year after just a minor specification bump last time round. When the original model was first released it revolutionized touchscreen smartphones, which led to rival companies bringing out their own take on the technology. There are some mobile users who prefer to use a physical keyboard though, and today... 

Droid Bionic 4G delight for unofficial Ice Cream Sandwich update

CNET Analysis: Back in October of last year, we told you that the Droid Bionic was on the list to receive an official update to Ice Cream Sandwich. It hasn’t happened yet though, but for all those of you who are getting impatient, you may be interested to hear that there is a new stable custom ROM available to download. The Bionic may be deemed an old Android device now with the likes of... 

Early iOS 5.1 features rumored

CNET Analysis: We could be a few weeks away from the announcement of the highly anticipated iPad 3 , but one other major launch may be coming from Apple at the same time. The next edition of Apple’s iOS has seemingly crept under the radar but now we may have the latest details on iOS 5.1 to bring you in regard to new features. There is speculation brewing that Apple’s rumored March... 

iPhone 5 must fix 4S battery for credibility

CNET Analysis: We thought the iPhone 4S couldn’t be more controversial than signal issues found on Apple’s previous phone, which meant freebies given out in the form of cases to help signal quality, but the latest iPhone has lost Apple a little credibility in our opinion and we wonder if those suffering would even consider an iPhone 5? Most iPhone 4S owners would have seen the changelog... 

Official LG Optimus Vu specs & design slightly underwhelming

CNET Analysis: When we spoke about the Optimus Vu earlier this month it was clear that LG were releasing a product with the Samsung Galaxy Note in mind, today we have finally seen an official press release and it has to be said that the guys over at Sasmung won’t be overly worried about the new rival. We thought that seeing as how the Optimus Vu boasts quite a resemblance to the Galaxy Note... 

New Galaxy S III date and specs rumored

CNET Analysis: It’s been a while now since Samsung announced that the Galaxy S III won’t be unveiled at next week’s MWC 2012 event in Spain. Previously the company had stated the new device will be showcased at its own event, and today we have a new possible Galaxy S III reveal date for you along with some rumored specs. Samsung had previously denied that the handset would be getting revealed... 

Deja vu for iPhone 5 release in 2012

CNET Analysis: After one or two eyebrows were raised when Apple launched the iPhone 4S in the unusual holiday period of 2011, we could be seeing a case of deja vu as far as the iPhone 5 , or Apple’s sixth-generation device is launched. Prior to the arrival of the iPhone 4S, we were traditionally used to seeing new iPhone launches during the Summer at Apple’s annual WWDC events. Instead... 

LG reveals its first Android ICS smartphone with new range

CNET Analysis: This year’s Mobile World Congress doesn’t start until next week but we are already seeing a number of devices be announced already. Only yesterday we had confirmation of the LG Optimus Vu, and today the company has announced a new range of smartphones that includes its first Android ICS handsets. Top of the new L range of smartphones is the L7 that will come running the new Android...