February 2010

PlayStation Network down, so are lots of PS3s (update)

Published on: 28th February, 2010

It's unclear exactly what's going on at the moment, but it appears that the PlayStation Network is down and causing a whole host of related problems for PS3 systems, including 8001050F error codes, game crashes, corrupted trophy info, and even the complete inability to launch certain titles. There's no ETA on when things will get back to normal -- looks like it's gonna be a ..Shop Now

Palm webOS 1.4 update hits Verizon's Pre Plus and Pixi Plus

Published on: 28th February, 2010

According to a little late night tweet from Palm -- and the update screen on our device -- the stacked new webOS 1.4 update is making its way out into the world for the company's Verizon-flavored devices. That's right, Plussers -- video recording (and editing) is just a small download away. So why are you still reading this?

Palm webOS 1.4 update hits ..Shop Now

Exclusive: First Windows Phone 7 Series partner device unveiled (with video!)

Published on: 27th February, 2010

Microsoft's Aaron Woodman just pulled off a little surprise here at The Engadget Show: he brought out LG's Windows Phone 7 Series pre-production prototype! The QWERTY slider is the first branded Windows Phone 7 Series device the world's ever seen, and while the hardware and software are both obviously early, we can tell you a few things about it: it's just a hair thicker than ..Shop Now

Windows Mobile 6.5 to be Rebranded as Windows Phone Starter Edition

Published on: 27th February, 2010

As reported earlier in the month, Windows Phone Starter Edition will be a budget option for smartphone makers still looking to run a Windows-powered mobile OS.

Based on Windows Mobile 6 rather than Windows Phone 7, the point of this Starter Edition will be to make a Windows OS for smartphones available to a wider user base, including those “in new and ..Shop Now

Verizon Wireless Variant of Nexus One Coming March 23rd

Published on: 27th February, 2010

According to Neowin, March 23 is the day a Verizon Wireless version of the Google Nexus One will begin shipping. It is unclear from the story whether Verizon will be selling its Nexus One directly or if the CDMA version will only be sold through Google’s current retail portal.

This information is not official and was given to Neowin by “a Google worker ..Shop Now

Palm's webOS 1.4 update now available for Sprint, O2 and Movistar phones

Published on: 27th February, 2010

No leaks or release date rumors this time, a mere 39MB download is all that separates your Sprint, O2 or Movistar connected Pre from video recording, Flash, enhanced message notifications and much-desired performance and battery life improvements. Verizon, Bell and Telcel customers are unfortunately still waiting for their day in the sun, only specified by the official Palm blog as "soon." Check out Palm's trailer ..Shop Now

Nexus One coming to Vodafone UK in April, says Telegraph

Published on: 26th February, 2010

Without citing its sources, the Telegraph is reporting matter-of-factly that the Nexus One will launch on Vodafone in April for a to-be-determined price, though it's "likely to be priced very similarly to comparable smartphones such as the iPhone." It's no secret that Vodafone's picking up Google's Snapdragon-powered beast -- but we've yet to lock it down to a 30-day window like this, so it's ..Shop Now

Adobe AIR for Mobile Coming to Android, Windows Phone?

Published on: 26th February, 2010

Adobe AIR is a runtime environment that’s brought us a few pretty interesting (and visually impressive) applications over the past couple of years.  Perhaps the most attractive aspect of AIR is that it’s cross-platform, so developers can write apps for AIR that users running Windows, the Mac OS, or Linux can download and enjoy.

Now Adobe is working on getting AIR on mobile ..Shop Now

Sprint confirms Pre and Pixi webOS 1.4 update coming tomorrow (update: full changelog!)

Published on: 25th February, 2010

Just hours after we wrapped our mitts around what looked to be Palm's official webOS 1.4 changelog, along comes this: confirmation from none other than Sprint itself. According to a post on the carrier's official forums by Sprint Admin 'izzyks,' both the Pre and Pixi will see the long-awaited webOS 1.4 update hit sometime tomorrow evening. As always, users will see an OTA alert when ..Shop Now

TiVo Premiere, XL DVRs show up in Best Buy systems for $299, $499; due March 27

Published on: 25th February, 2010

It's not March 2 yet, but we do have another early indication of what TiVo's big announcement will be as a tipster spotted two new DVRs in Best Buy's intranet. Other than the shocking revelation that the two SKUs would allow users to record, pause and rewind live TV and pack in HDMI cables, they went on to mention pricing information and ship dates not ..Shop Now

Live from the Bloom Box press event

Published on: 24th February, 2010

We're here live at the Bloom Box press event, waiting for our power to be revolutionized.

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Engadget for iPhone / iPod touch 2.0.1 now available!

Published on: 24th February, 2010

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Google executives found guilty of violating privacy of student bullied on video

Published on: 24th February, 2010

Hold tight kids, internet privacy laws just got flipped upside down. An Italian judge found three Google executives guilty of violating the privacy of an Italian student who was bullied in a 2006 video posted on Google Video. The video resided on the site for two months before it was brought to Google's attention and pulled. None of the executives were involved in any way ..Shop Now

Wal-Mart buying Vudu streaming movie service? (update: yes!)

Published on: 22nd February, 2010

Wal-Mart often finds itself on these pages not only for its deals but for the fair amount of comedy its stores provide us, but this next item could be big. According to The New York Times, the company has indeed agreed to purchase Vudu -- giving it a leg up on digital distribution and helping to brace against a declining market for DVDs. Details are ..Shop Now

Android-powered Motorola Backflip headed to AT&T on March 7 for $100 on contract

Published on: 18th February, 2010

AT&T just got its first Android-powered smartphone (four more coming this year) in the HSPA 7.2-capable Motorola Backflip. The Motoblur device with reverse flip design and 3.1-inch touchscreen packs GPS, WiFi, and a 5 megapixel autofocus camera with flash and camcorder function that neatly integrates with social media sites like Facebook and Twitter or photo sharing sites like Picasa. It lands March 7th for $100 ..Shop Now

Olympic Skiiers Excel with Techie Snow Suits

Published on: 17th February, 2010

Ditching designs derived from analysis of the aerodynamics of golf balls and their dimples, designers are more focused on ultra-smooth suits to reduce friction and turbulence...

HTC HD mini Windows Phone Announced

Published on: 16th February, 2010

Well, it’s not a Windows Phone 7 Series model, but today HTC took the wraps off a new Windows Mobile handset: the HD mini. 

The HTC HD mini is a smaller version of the HD2 Überphone, which is coming to T-Mobile in the spring.  The smaller form factor does come with compromises: the HD mini has a slower processor (600MHz v. the ..Shop Now

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