Oct 12

Microsoft officially launches Windows Phone in India with trio of Mango devices

Posted in: mango, Microsoft, Today's Chili, windows phone, windows phone 7, WindowsPhone, WindowsPhone7, Wp7

You may have already been able to get a Windows Phone device in India without too much trouble, but Microsoft has only just now made things fully official — complete with Windows Phone Marketplace, voice recognition support, and a trio of Mango devices. That includes just the HTC Radar initially, which will be available next week for the local equivalent of $490, while the Samsung Omnia W and Acer Allegro (believed to be the same as the W4) are set to follow sometime in November. Of the three, the Allegro is said to be the cheapest of the lot, and there’s also some reports that it will launch in Europe for €299 (or roughly $400) off-contract. Those curious about the Radar can check out our review from a few days ago.

Microsoft officially launches Windows Phone in India with trio of Mango devices originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 Oct 2011 01:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 12

Navigon demos upcoming MobileNavigator for iOS and Android, latest Windows Phone app (video)

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So, get this. We were cruising through the halls of Pepcom’s Mobile Focus with a horrible fever and on the brink of delirium. Unsure how much longer we could keep composure, we came upon Navigon’s booth. In addition to displaying its brand new Windows Phone application, the company was also showing off its upcoming releases of MobileNavigator for Android and iOS. Fortunately, Navigon’s Public Relations Manager, Johan-Till Broer, was kind enough to give us a demo of each app. Among the new features, users will be able to select individual states for local map storage, which goes a long way toward freeing up space. Additionally, there’s also a driving mode called Cockpit, which allows leadfoots to check their speed and acceleration over the last 30 minutes. The app updates will be free to all existing users, although if you want to load up new maps, that’ll be a one-time fee. We’re told to expect these latest gems in a couple of months. As for the Windows Phone version, it sells for $50, although is currently available for $30 — at special introductory pricing. A demo video and full PR is just after the break. Be sure to check it out.

Gallery: Navigon MobileNavigator sneak peak for Android, iOS and Windows Phone

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Navigon demos upcoming MobileNavigator for iOS and Android, latest Windows Phone app (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:33:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 11

HTC Radar review

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It took life as the Omega, but it didn’t take long for HTC’s Mango handset for the masses to be christened the Radar. Alongside the higher-end Titan (with its gigantic 4.7-inch screen and souped-up 1.5GHz CPU), it holds the potential to replace numerous devices in the company’s Windows Phone lineup — the Trophy, Mozart and HD7 all come to mind. Yes, we may see additional options down the road, but for the moment, it comes down to these two. While the Radar’s aging chipset, sealed battery and limited 8GB headroom will undoubtedly discourage some buyers, it’s managed to find a soft spot in our jaded hearts. Just how’d it do that? Read on, as we count the reasons why.

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HTC Radar review originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 11 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 11

First Nokia 800 ads spotted, announcing the arrival WP7 for Finnish faithful

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Nokia 800 ads

Nokia keeps promising that its first Windows Phone 7 device will be shipping by the end of the year and, though the company is cutting it close, we may actually see that vow fulfilled. It’s already been caught in spy shots a few times over, but now marketing materials for the Nokia 800 have started to leak out. With Nokia World only a few weeks away, it makes sense that the Finnish manufacturer would want a campaign ready to roll. The ads for what was formerly known only as Sea Ray talk up WP7’s social features, with one declaring “Take, tag, sort and share. All in a flash.” It’s hardly a confirmation, but this is as good as sign as we’ve seen that Nokia will actually deliver us a little slice of Mango before it’s time to buy a new calendar.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

First Nokia 800 ads spotted, announcing the arrival WP7 for Finnish faithful originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 11 Oct 2011 11:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 10

Shocker! Microsoft to produce dual-core, LTE Windows Phones, other modern things

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This just in: Microsoft is ready to take the plunge into mobile modernity… at its own pace. During a recent interview with All Things D, Windows Phone President Andy Lees revealed a few details about Redmond’s future crop of handsets, which will apparently include both LTE capabilities and dual-core processors. The exec confirmed that LTE-equipped devices are indeed in the pipeline, but declined to specify whether they’d hit the market this year or next. Turns out, Microsoft wants to wait until current LTE networks prove capable of supporting more power-efficient smartphones. “The first LTE phones were big and big [users] of the battery,” Lees said. “I think it’s possible to do it in a way that is far more efficient, and that’s what we will be doing.”

Lees was similarly opaque about Microsoft’s plans to incorporate dual-core CPUs into its mobile lineup, saying only that they’re on the way. According to him, however, even single-core Windows Phones can hold their own against the dual-core competition: “They’re all single core, but I suspect that they will be faster in usage than any dual-core phone that you put against it, and that’s the point.” Lees went on to wax Panglossian about Microsoft’s strategy, claiming that the absence of LTE and dual-core processing doesn’t necessarily mean that his company is behind the times. “I think that what our strategy is is to put things in place that allow us to leapfrog, and I think that’s how we’ve gone from worse [sic] browser to the best browser,” he explained, “and I think the same is true with hardware.” Check out the full interview for yourself, at the source link below.

Shocker! Microsoft to produce dual-core, LTE Windows Phones, other modern things originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 07

FCC Fridays: October 7, 2011

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We here at Engadget Mobile tend to spend a lot of way too much time poring over the latest FCC filings, be it on the net or directly on the ol’ Federal Communications Commission’s site. Since we couldn’t possibly (want to) cover all the stuff that goes down there, we’ve gathered up all the raw info you may want (but probably don’t need). Enjoy!

Phones

Read – Apple E2430A (iPhone 4S)
Read – Fujitsu T01D
Read – HTC PI39200 (Sensation XL)
Read – HTC PJ03100 (Explorer)
Read – Huawei M886 (Glory)
Read – LG LS831
Read – Mobo Krome
Read – Motorola EX225
Read – Motorola EX226
Read – Nokia RM-763
Read – Nokia RM-803
Read – Samsung GT-S5363
Read – Samsung GT-S5380
Read – Samsung GT-S5570I
Read – Samsung SGH-T989D

Tablets and peripherals

Read – Sierra Wireless GTM-2
Read – ViewSonic ViewPad 7x (VS14109)
Read – ZTE V55

FCC Fridays: October 7, 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 07

Windows Phone users report Microsoft Outlook e-mail issues with 7.5 Mango

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The Windows Phones forums are aflutter with frustration this morning, with many users citing major problems with the way 7.5 Mango handles Microsoft Outlook 2003. According to these missives, replies sent from Mango-laced handsets do not include the original e-mail text, thereby leaving recipients confused and context-less. This could potentially give rise to some very awkward e-mail exchanges, so we’re hoping to see a fix soon. If you’re experiencing similar issues with your handset, let us know in the comments below.

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Windows Phone users report Microsoft Outlook e-mail issues with 7.5 Mango originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 06

DVBLink v4 out of beta, brings live TV, EPG and remote recording on the go

Posted in: Android, hdpostmini, ios, streaming, Today's Chili, windows phone, WindowsPhone

That Boxee client update we saw recently wasn’t the only thing brewing over at DVBLogic. It was part of a wider refresh of the company’s DVBLink products, including the final release of its Connect! server software that can stream live TV from a network-connected tuner out to Android, iOS and WP client apps with EPG and remote recording. Other improvements include the ability to connect up to eight virtual tuners to Windows Media Center, the promise of less painful WMC setup, as well as a DVBLink Remote API that will allow third parties to create clients for other devices. Check out the full PR for pricing and other details after the break.

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DVBLink v4 out of beta, brings live TV, EPG and remote recording on the go originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 05

Soon, Xbox Companion will let you control your console from Windows Phone

Posted in: app, hdpostcross, kinect, mango, Microsoft, mobilepostcross, remote control, RemoteControl, Today's Chili, windows phone, windows phone 7, WindowsPhone, WindowsPhone7, Wp7, xbox, xbox 360, xbox live, Xbox360, XboxLive
We just reported that Microsoft is partnering with Verizon and Comcast (among others) to continue expanding the reaches of its Xbox 360 entertainment suite, but would it be complete without adding compatibility to its mobile empire as well? The Windows Phone Team says nay; it spoke up this morning about an upcoming app called Xbox Companion, which will access the Xbox Live Marketplace and also act as a remote, allowing you to navigate your console or control video playback directly from your handset. You can call it laziness or convenience — or both — but either way, it’s still going to be a clever new addition to the Marketplace. The app’s currently in beta and will be available as a free download “soon.” For a peek, check out the video below at around the one-minute mark.

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Soon, Xbox Companion will let you control your console from Windows Phone originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 04

iPhone 4S vs. the smartphone elite: Galaxy S II, Bionic and Titan

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Now that we know how the iPhone 4S stacks up against the iPhone 4, let’s take a look at how Apple’s latest smartphone compares to its mightiest competitors on the other major platforms — Android and Windows Phone. In Google’s camp we chose the superlative Samsung Galaxy S II models (focusing on the announced US variants) along with the Motorola Droid Bionic for its qHD and LTE chops. We then picked the upcoming HTC Titan to bat for Microsoft’s team. RIM’s not included here since it’s still stuck in the junior leagues. We left out the intriguing Nokia N9 because it’s a niche player. Check out the fancy table after the break — the results are pretty clear cut!

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iPhone 4S vs. the smartphone elite: Galaxy S II, Bionic and Titan originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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