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This impressive wrist / forearm cuff is the brainchild of Adafruit forum member and modder Stephanie, who has built a sensor platform into the fashion accessory. The device can monitor the exposure value, track your movements over GPS, measure your galvanic skin response, tell you the temperature, humidity and even doubles as a watch and flash-light. It was built around Sparkfun's Pro Micro development board and a boatload of sensors purchased from Adafruit. We might just build one ourselves with a radiation detector, so that we can live out our Pip-Boy fantasies down at the mall.

Gallery: Integrated Sensors Electronic Bracer

Adafruit modder builds Captain Jack's Vortex Manipulator / Leela's wrist-lo-jacko-mator for real originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 May 2012 18:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Summer Olympics in London are quickly turning into mobile-themed games: along with Samsung's official role in handling mobile payments, HTC is now stepping up with its own, if modest, contribution to the athletic get-together. CEO Peter Chou will be one of the Olympic torchbearers and carry the flame on July 6th, three weeks before the opening ceremony in Stratford. Officials say the torch run is to honor Chou's contribution to the mobile industry and the benefit he represents to Taiwan, although we can imagine that Chou wouldn't mind crashing a Samsung party with a torch in one hand and a One X in the other. He may just want to steer clear of Samsung's Mobile Pin stores while he's at it.

HTC chief Peter Chou to run Olympic torch relay, invade hostile territory originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 May 2012 22:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2012 london olympics2012 olympic games2012 Olympics2012 summer olympics2012LondonOlympics2012OlympicGames2012Olympics2012SummerOlympicshtchtc one xHtcOneXlondonLondon OlympicsLondonOlympicsmobile pinMobilePinmobilepostminiolympicolympicsone xOneXpeter chouPeterChousamsungSummer olympicsSummerOlympicstorchtorch relayTorchRelayWed, 09 May 2012 22:12:00 EST<![CDATA[Way-Go flashlight uses lasers to light your path, GPS to tell you where to go]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/17/way-go-flashlight-uses-lasers-to-light-your-path-gps-to-tell-yo/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/17/way-go-flashlight-uses-lasers-to-light-your-path-gps-to-tell-yo/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/17/way-go-flashlight-uses-lasers-to-light-your-path-gps-to-tell-yo/#comments We love just about anything involving lasers or robotics here at Engadget, so naturally, we're intrigued by Sriranjan Rasakatla's Way-Go flashlight that combines the two. It's comprised of a laser pico projector, GPS module, altitude and heading reference system (AHRS) to not only light your path but also tell you which way to go. It can be used strictly as a flashlight, but users can also input starting and destination points to have the Way-Go guide them. There's also a wander mode that displays info about your surroundings as you stroll around -- though naturally, such information must be pre-programmed into the device. Because it displays stuff that needs reading, the projector's connected to servos that can keep it locked on a projection point to keep it readable no matter how much you move the Way-Go around. Rasakatla sees the device being useful in search and rescue, backcountry trekking, and campus tour guiding -- odd, 'cause in our day, kids walking around campus at night were trying to find out where the party was at, not learn about the architecture of the academic buildings. Regardless, you can see the Way-Go in action after the break.

Continue reading Way-Go flashlight uses lasers to light your path, GPS to tell you where to go

Way-Go flashlight uses lasers to light your path, GPS to tell you where to go originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's been a few months in the works, but the BlackBerry 9900 and Torch 9860 have finally received AT&T's stamp of approval and will be available this coming Sunday. And as an added bonus, the Curve 9360 isn't too far behind, jumping onto the lineup November 20th (though if you're a business or government customer, you'll be able to snag one on the 14th). Pricing? With two-year commitments, the Bold 9900 will wind up costing $200, the Torch 9860 can be yours for $100 and the Curve 9360 will be a mere $30. The Torch appears to be destined only for virtual shelves right now, though we're not certain if it'll be making a physical appearance in retail stores any time soon. Get all of the deets in the presser after the break.

Continue reading BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9860 coming to AT&T November 6th, Curve 9360 inbound November 20th

BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9860 coming to AT&T November 6th, Curve 9360 inbound November 20th originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading BlackBerry Torch 9850 officially coming to Verizon September 8th for $200

BlackBerry Torch 9850 officially coming to Verizon September 8th for $200 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • More rumors are circulating about the upcoming Sony Ericsson Nozumi, originally leaked two weeks ago. The new specs getting floated around are even better than we previously thought, which include a 1.5GHz dual-core CPU, 1GB of RAM, 4.3-inch display with 1280 x 720 resolution for a PPI of 342, and NFC. (Thanks, David) [via XperiaBlog]
  • The Motorola Milestone 3 -- the GSM twin of the Droid 3, essentially -- was released in Brazil this week and will be available in select Latin American countries later this month. [via AndroidCentral]
  • Just as we're getting used to the idea of a white HTC EVO 3D at Radio Shack, it's now reported that a purple version will soon be available exclusively at Best Buy. [via PocketNow]
  • The BlackBerry Torch 9860 has two new Canadian homes, as it launched this week on Telus for $100 and SaskTel for $130. Both carriers involve setting up a three-year commitment. [via MobileSyrup(1) and (2)]
  • Did someone mention SaskTel? Yes, the carrier is jumping on the 4G bandwagon by announcing its intent to deploy LTE by the fall of 2012. [via MobileSyrup]
  • AT&T's LG Thrill 4G is finally getting released tomorrow after several weeks of delays. While the phone will be offered for $100 by the carrier itself, you'll be able to get it at Costco for $30. [via PhoneArena]
  • Alongside the Kyocera Milano, Sprint will also launch a new feature phone called the Kyocera Brio. The Brio will offer a QWERTY keyboard, a 192MHz CPU and will run Java. [via Electronista and AndroidCentral]
  • At HTC's Windows Phone launch this week, reps confirmed that all of its new Windows Phones will indeed have the mobile hotspot feature included, though it won't be a part of the software update to the company's existing lineup. It's likely to be added with a future refresh, but apparently the feature was added too late in the process to get thrown into the initial rollout. (Thanks, Gilles) [via Pocket-Lint]

Mobile Miscellany: week of August 29, 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Anxious RIM fans tired of waiting for that app to download will be happy to know that AT&T has confirmed August 21st as the official launch date for its "4G" BlackBerry, the Torch 9810. Although the new QWERTY smartphone is powered by AT&T's 4G network of the HSPA+ variety, the release still marks an upgrade from the previous gen Torch 9800's 3G speeds. Running BlackBerry 7 OS, the 9810 will have a 1.2GHz processor, 3.2-inch touchscreen display, 8GB of onboard memory (with microSD expansion up to 32GB), and a 5 megapixel camera with 720p HD video capabilities. It'll ship for $49.99 after rebates and a two-year contract.

AT&T confirms $49.99 price tag, August 21st launch date for '4G' BlackBerry Torch 9810 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While we'd heard word on Bell's -- and most of the US carriers -- pending launch of the Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 BlackBerry 7 devices, the Rogers rumor mill stayed shuttered. That's all changed with the lovely screengrab you can peep above apparently from the Rogers point-of-sale system upgrades department. While sadly this little gem doesn't mention dates or pricing for this highly anticipated duo, Rogers has typically been first to market with new BlackBerry goods in Canada -- and we're hopeful that holds true in this case. But if we had to guess at a ballpark figure, Vodafone UK priced the Bold 9900 at roughly $650 and has us thinking we might see something in that realm over here. There's no question we'll be following this like the cell-loving sleuths you expect us to be, so please pop back soon for more.

BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 appear in Rogers upgrade system originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Aug 2011 09:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Jordan]

Continue reading BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 to hit Bell on August 16th?

BlackBerry Bold 9900 and Torch 9810 to hit Bell on August 16th? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bellblackberryblackberry boldblackberry bold 9900blackberry bold touch 9900blackberry torch 2blackberry torch 9810BlackberryBoldBlackberryBold9900BlackberryBoldTouch9900BlackberryTorch2BlackberryTorch9810bold touch 9900BoldTouch9900canadagsmleakleaksmobileos 7Os7research in motionResearchInMotionrimrumorrumorsscreenshotstorchtorch 2torch 9810Torch2Torch9810Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:26:00 EST<![CDATA[RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9850 goes official for Sprint and US Cellular (update: Bold 9930 for Sprint, too!)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9850-goes-official-for-sprint-and-us-cell/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9850-goes-official-for-sprint-and-us-cell/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9850-goes-official-for-sprint-and-us-cell/#comments What's a BlackBerry launch without a bit of love for RIM's CDMA partners? Infinite sadness, that's what. While the outfit (understandably) couldn't showcase the BlackBerry Torch 9850 at its London launch event this morning, the CDMA sibling to the Torch 9860 is making its official debut in the US of A. Destined for US Cellular and Sprint here in the States, the 9850 (shown right) will ship with a 3.7-inch WVGA (800 x 480) touchpanel, BlackBerry 7 OS, a "waterfall" screen design that tickles the edges ever-so-slightly, and not one inkling of a physical keyboard. As with the 9860 -- which is destined for AT&T, Rogers, Telus and Bell -- you'll get a five megapixel "zero-shutter lag" camera, 720p movie mode, inbuilt GPS and a 1.2GHz processor. There's no mention yet of a price or release for the SIM-less duo, but you can bet that we'll keep you posted as we hear more.

Update: Sprint's just pushed out a full presser of its own (embedded after the break), which also confirms that the Bold 9930 -- shown above on the left -- will also be making its way onto The Now Network. We're told to expect "fall" availability for both BB 7 OS phones, but specific pricing isn't expected until that already-ambiguous time frame draws nearer. As for the 9930, it's boasting an all-too-familiar design, with a 10.5mm-thick chassis, 2.8-inch capacitive touchpanel, the "widest QWERTY keyboard available on a BlackBerry smartphone" and a trackpad to boot. Moreover, NFC support is thrown in, as is a magnetometer for AR apps.

Update 2: A trusted source just informed us that the Torch 9850 will soon go for $199 on contract (and after rebate) at US Cellular, or $549 with no strings attached.

Continue reading RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9850 goes official for Sprint and US Cellular (update: Bold 9930 for Sprint, too!)

RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9850 goes official for Sprint and US Cellular (update: Bold 9930 for Sprint, too!) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 11:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>98509930blackberryblackberry 7 osblackberry boldblackberry os 7blackberry torchBlackBerry Torch 9850Blackberry7OsBlackberryBoldBlackberryOs7BlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch9850boldBold 9930Bold9930cdmasmartphonesprinttorchus celluarUSCCUsCelluarWed, 03 Aug 2011 11:06:00 EST<![CDATA[RIM launches BlackBerry Torch 9810, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900, we go hands-on!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rim-launches-blackberry-torch-9810-torch-9850-and/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rim-launches-blackberry-torch-9810-torch-9850-and/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rim-launches-blackberry-torch-9810-torch-9850-and/#comments Here they are folks. Months after we first got our hands on pre-release Torch and Bold Touch handsets, RIM is finally ready to show off its latest hardware. They're all powered by a 1.2GHz processor, have 768MB of onboard RAM and -- most importantly -- run the latest operating system BB OS7.

RIM claims its new OS is 40 percent faster at browsing compared to OS6-based smartphones, and 100 percent faster than OS5 handsets. It also supports RIM's Liquid Graphics technology, which uses a dedicated graphics processor for smoother scrolling, zooming and panning.

Hands-on impressions and video follow after the break.

Gallery: Blackberry Torch 9810 hands-on


Gallery: Blackberry Torch 9860 hands-on


Gallery: Blackberry Bold 9900 hands-on


Gallery: BlackBerry Torch 9850/9860, 9810 press shots

Continue reading RIM launches BlackBerry Torch 9810, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900, we go hands-on!

RIM launches BlackBerry Torch 9810, Torch 9860 and Bold 9900, we go hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BlackberryBlackberry 9900Blackberry BoldBlackberry Bold Touch 9900Blackberry TorchBlackberry Torch 2blackberry torch 9810blackberry torch 9850blackberry torch 9860Blackberry9900BlackberryBoldBlackberryBoldTouch9900BlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch2BlackberryTorch9810BlackberryTorch9850BlackberryTorch9860BoldBold 9900Bold TouchBold Touch 9900Bold9900BoldTouchBoldTouch9900breaking newshands-onliveblogRIMTorchTorch 2Torch 9810torch 9850torch 9860Torch2Torch9810Torch9850Torch9860videoWed, 03 Aug 2011 06:44:00 EST<![CDATA[RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9810 emerges on AT&T's website, touts '4G' capabilities]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9810-emerges-on-atandts-website-touts-4g/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9810-emerges-on-atandts-website-touts-4g/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/03/rims-blackberry-torch-9810-emerges-on-atandts-website-touts-4g/#comments Well, hello beautiful! Can't say we were expecting to see RIM launch a new BlackBerry this evening, but we're sure there's quite a few of you out there that'll take it. The same BlackBerry Torch 2 that we previewed back in June has made the trek over to Ma Bell's network, with a 'Coming Soon' page emerging just moments ago. AT&T claims that this is the world's first 4G BlackBerry on its airwaves, but of course, that asterisk upside the "4G" logo couldn't possibly be more telling. Regardless, the full-featured slider will arrive with BlackBerry 7 OS, a full QWERTY keyboard, sliding display, 1.2GHz processor, 8GB of onboard memory, room for 32GB of expandable storage, 720p video capture, inbuilt WiFi and support for the carrier's HSPA+ network. Mum's the word on a price and release, but you can tap that source link to get signed up for more.

Update: It's official!

Gallery: RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9810 leaks at AT&T

RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9810 emerges on AT&T's website, touts '4G' capabilities originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Digging deeper into the filings, we discovered that RDH71CW supports GSM / EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 and CDMA 800 / 1900 / 2000, likely pegging this as a Verizon and / or Sprint global phone; RDP71UW is the WCDMA version that supports quadband GSM / EDGE and WCDMA 850 / 1900 / 2100 that would pin it on AT&T, Rogers, Bell, and / or Telus; and RDQ71UW offers the same GSM / EDGE but substitutes in WCDMA 1700 AWS, as well as 900 / 2100 for global use, which could indicate the BlackBerry 9860 has a future with T-Mobile as well.

BlackBerry Torch 9860 lighting up the FCC? (Update: frequencies added) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9860blackberryfccRDH71CWRDP71UWRDQ71UWrimsmartphonetorchThu, 28 Jul 2011 07:05:00 EST<![CDATA[SureFire's UB3T Invictus flashlight is super-bright, not quite incendiary]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/28/surefires-ub3t-invictus-flashlight-is-super-bright-not-quite-i/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/28/surefires-ub3t-invictus-flashlight-is-super-bright-not-quite-i/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/28/surefires-ub3t-invictus-flashlight-is-super-bright-not-quite-i/#comments SureFire UB3T Invictus` SureFire first announced its blindingly UB3T Invictus torch back in 2010, but it took until now for the company to get its 800-lumen flashlight out the door. As a point of comparison, the massive (almost as good a weapon as light) six D battery MagLite only spits out about 160 lumens -- so, yeah, the Invictus is pretty dang bright. Of course, pumping out that much illumination takes quite a toll on the three 123A cells inside its military-grade aluminum body. At maximum brightness the UB3T lasts just 1.7 hours, though, at the lowest 2-lumen setting it can keep (dimly) lighting your path for up to 150 hours. Unfortunately, you'll need to shell out $695 for the privilege of owning one, which seems a bit pricey when compared to the $150, 4,100 lumen Torch -- after all, you can't cook breakfast with the Invictus.

SureFire's UB3T Invictus flashlight is super-bright, not quite incendiary originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry Touch receives conservative makeover before its corporate interview originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 May 2011 23:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>98609870bbblackberryblackberry monacoblackberry torchblackberry torch 9860blackberry touchblackberry touch 9860BlackberryMonacoBlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch9860BlackberryTouchBlackberryTouch9860cdmacellphoneleakmobilemonacomonaco touchMonacoTouchmonzarimsmartphonetorchtorch 9860Torch9860touchtouch 9860touch 9870Touch9860Touch9870unreleasedTue, 17 May 2011 23:39:00 EST<![CDATA[Jaguar XJ with BlackBerry integration hands-on (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/04/jaguar-xj-with-blackberry-integration-hands-on-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/04/jaguar-xj-with-blackberry-integration-hands-on-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/04/jaguar-xj-with-blackberry-integration-hands-on-video/#comments

This week at BlackBerry World 2011, Jaguar is showcasing one of its lovely XJ sedans outfitted with a prototype of its upcoming Connect and View technology which the car manufacturer is developing together with RIM, Denso, and RealVNC. Like Terminal Mode, the system allows a client running on the vehicle's head unit to connect to a server installed on a BlackBerry smartphone. Communication is handled by VNC -- a platform-independent remote framebuffer protocol, which mirrors the handset's display on the car's infotainment screen and maps the device's physical buttons to softkeys. This provides control of the phone directly from the center stack of the XJ sedan but lets the company block potentially distracting apps. Audio is piped via Bluetooth while VNC traffic is routed over USB, thus also keeping the BlackBerry conveniently charged. Jaguar hopes to have Connect and View in its vehicles by late 2012. Until then, check out our hands-on video (above) and the press release after the break.

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Jaguar XJ with BlackBerry integration hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 May 2011 02:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BlackBerryBlackBerry TorchBlackBerry Worldblackberry world 2011BlackberryTorchBlackberryWorldBlackberryWorld2011Connect and viewConnectAndViewDensohands-oninfotainmentJaguarJaguar XJJaguarXjRealVNCRIMsmartphone integrationSmartphoneIntegrationterminal modeTerminalModeTorchvideoVNCWed, 04 May 2011 02:55:00 EST<![CDATA[RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9860 makes blurry video debut]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/13/rims-blackberry-torch-9860-makes-blurry-video-debut/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/13/rims-blackberry-torch-9860-makes-blurry-video-debut/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/13/rims-blackberry-torch-9860-makes-blurry-video-debut/#commentsBlackBerry Torch 9860 Storm 3? Torch 9860? Touch 9860? Monza? Monaco? The latest all-touchscreen BlackBerry has more names than RIM has leaks, as evidenced by this hands-on video out of Thailand. We're not sure what the handler's impressions are of the, as yet, unannounced device (but if you speak Thai, please, feel free to enlighten us in the comments). It seems that 1.2GHz Snapdragon delivers some snappy performance, at least. It's tough to tell, thanks to predictably out of focus camera work, but it also appears that the Torch 9860 (we're sticking with that for now) is using Comic Sans. We hope that's not by default. Vid's after the break, per usual.

Update: A reader pointed us to another video (after the break) of the Torch 9860 in action. Nothing new to reveal, but the quality is much better -- and not a trace of Comic Sans in sight!

[Thanks, Khalifa]

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RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9860 makes blurry video debut originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blackberryblackberry storm 3blackberry torchblackberry torch 9860blackberry touchblackberry touch 9860BlackberryStorm3BlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch9860BlackberryTouchBlackberryTouch9860blurrycamcellphoneleakmonacomonzaRIMsmartphonestormstorm 3Storm3torchtorch 9860Torch9860touchtouch 9860Touch9860videoWed, 13 Apr 2011 13:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Full specs leak for BlackBerry Bold Touch, 1.2GHz Snapdragon can't overcome ugly]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/08/full-specs-leak-for-blackberry-torch-2-1-2ghz-snapdragon-cant/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/08/full-specs-leak-for-blackberry-torch-2-1-2ghz-snapdragon-cant/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/08/full-specs-leak-for-blackberry-torch-2-1-2ghz-snapdragon-cant/#comments We understand that it's hard to take two steps rather than one, but a solid list of specifications isn't going to make the BlackBerry Bold Touch (Dakota) look any less last-decade. For whatever reason, RIM's design department seems to be stuck in an era where last-generation is the new next-generation, while it's internals team has seemingly managed to escape. For those who couldn't disagree more regarding the exterior, you'll likely be elated to know that the impending handset will boast a blisteringly fast 1.2GHz Snapdragon processor, 8GB of internal storage, 768MB of RAM, a microSD expansion slot, 5 megapixel camera and a 35-key backlit keyboard. You'll also get a microscopic 2.8-inch LCD with a woeful 640 x 480 resolution, Bluetooth 2.1, a 3.5mm headphone jack, A-GPS, dual-band 802.11b/g/n WiFi and a 720p movie mode. So, one down, one to go -- time for a reread, is it RIM?

Update: Seems as if the faucet's still flowing, with a full specs list popping up for the BlackBerry Torch 9860 (Monza) as well!

[Thanks, bighap]

Full specs leak for BlackBerry Bold Touch, 1.2GHz Snapdragon can't overcome ugly originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We'd already heard that the BlackBerry Torch 2 would basically be a Torch with some significantly bumped specs, and that's now been all but confirmed by BGR, which managed to spend a bit of time with the device itself. As you can see, it's nearly identical to the original Torch in terms of appearance, but BGR says the device's 1.2GHz processor could "light a fire" when paired with BlackBerry OS 6.1, and that its 640 x 480 display "looks absolutely great." As with the Bold Touch it got its hands on yesterday, BGR says the Torch 2 will be making its official debut at BlackBerry World next month, with a launch on AT&T to follow in July. Hit up the source link below for a few more hands-on shots.

Update: N4BB has just posted a full spec sheet, which reveals a codename "Jennings" while JerukNipis has some more, clearer shots of the slider -- including a nice closeup of the textured battery cover.

BlackBerry Torch 2 gets an early hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry Touch / Monaco gets manhandled, said to get official in May originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bbblackberryblackberry monacoblackberry touchBlackberryMonacoBlackberryTouchhands onhands-onHandsOnmonacomonzapreviewrimsurepresstorchtouchunreleasedThu, 31 Mar 2011 18:29:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch now burns in red and white hues at AT&T stores]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/blackberry-torch-now-burns-in-red-and-white-hues-at-atandt-stores/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/blackberry-torch-now-burns-in-red-and-white-hues-at-atandt-stores/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/blackberry-torch-now-burns-in-red-and-white-hues-at-atandt-stores/#comments Right on schedule, a day before Windows Phone 7 hits its stores in force, AT&T is letting a couple of new BlackBerry Torch SKUs out to play. They're basic repaint jobs, described by the carrier as Sunset Red and Pure White, the latter of which almost lives up to its name by including a white keyboard but falters by sticking to the noir optical pad. Pricing is set at $499 if you never want to see AT&T again after purchasing one or $99 if you can commit to a two-year relationship. Same as with the "Charcoal" Torch.

[Thanks, Matthew]

BlackBerry Torch now burns in red and white hues at AT&T stores originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BlackBerry Torch coming to AT&T in two fresh colors next month originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accessoriesattblackberryredrimtorchwhiteThu, 28 Oct 2010 14:50:00 EST<![CDATA[How would you change RIM's BlackBerry Torch?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/how-would-you-change-rims-blackberry-torch/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/how-would-you-change-rims-blackberry-torch/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/how-would-you-change-rims-blackberry-torch/#comments It's the first BlackBerry to ship with BB OS 6, and it's the first to boast both a touchpanel and a conventional slide-out QWERTY. But is it capable of standing up to the rest of today's modern smartphones? We definitely had a few bones to pick with RIM's latest flagship device when we reviewed it a few month's back, but if you're a regular, you'll know that this segment isn't about us -- it's about you, particularly if you own a Torch. Are you satisfied with the revised OS? Happy with the touchscreen response? Would you have bumped the screen resolution? Changed the keyboard in any way? Thrown a CDMA module in for Sprint / Verizon support? RIM's betting quite a bit on this new operating system (and this new design), so feel free to sound off in comments below with ideas on how you'd change things for version two dot oh. Keep it classy, though -- cool?

How would you change RIM's BlackBerry Torch? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 15 Oct 2010 22:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, it looks RIM hasn't been ignoring all those complaints about its less than speedy BlackBerry Torch -- the company has just pushed out an updated version of BlackBerry 6 for the device that promises a whole host of speed improvements. That includes faster page loading and improved panning in the browser, improved responsiveness after unlocking the device, faster application launching, exiting and switching, faster rendering and smoother transitions on the home screen, faster rendering of thumbnails in the picture application, and faster and smoother scrolling in the message list and when reading email -- oh, and improved audio quality too. Look for the update (v6.0.0.695) to begin rolling out directly to devices over the next week and a half, or simply hit up either RIM or AT&T below to skip the wait and download the update right now.

RIM pushes out software update for BlackBerry Torch, promises speed improvements aplenty originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attblackberryblackberry 6blackberry torchBlackberry6BlackberryTorchrimsoftware updateSoftwareUpdatetorchupdateWed, 06 Oct 2010 15:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Rogers now shipping BlackBerry Torch]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/29/rogers-now-shipping-blackberry-torch/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/29/rogers-now-shipping-blackberry-torch/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/29/rogers-now-shipping-blackberry-torch/#comments See, that wasn't so bad, was it? Would-be Captivate buyers are still waiting, but the slightly-delayed BlackBerry Torch is now shipping up on Rogers for CAD $199.99 ($194) on a three-year contract... all the way up to a rather mind-blowing CAD $609.99 ($592) contract-free. For that matter, opting for a two-year contract -- which is the longest you can get on AT&T, of course -- will mean you're shelling out CAD $499.99 ($485), which seems like a pretty tough pill to swallow considering the insanely non-linear decrease in subsidy. Doesn't seem like these guys are too close to contract and ETF reform, does it?

Rogers now shipping BlackBerry Torch originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800blackberrymobilerimrogerstorchWed, 29 Sep 2010 23:51:00 EST<![CDATA[Rogers delays BlackBerry Torch, Samsung Captivate (but not by much)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/23/rogers-delays-blackberry-torch-samsung-captivate-but-not-by-mu/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/23/rogers-delays-blackberry-torch-samsung-captivate-but-not-by-mu/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/23/rogers-delays-blackberry-torch-samsung-captivate-but-not-by-mu/#commentsWe've got a two-pack of bad news for Rogers customers today (at least, it's bad news if you were planning on upgrading your phone in the next few days). Both the BlackBerry Torch and Samsung's Galaxy S-based Captivate have been delayed for you guys, though the Torch will be coming around in just a few days' time -- September 30, to be exact -- while the Captivate's fighting a "manufacturing delay" and isn't expected now until mid-October. Interestingly, the Captivate seems to be in ample supply for AT&T, so... you know what kinds of subscribers to fight if you see them wandering around today, Canadians.

[Thanks, Rick]

Rogers delays BlackBerry Torch, Samsung Captivate (but not by much) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800androidblackberrycanadacaptivatedelaygalaxy sGalaxySgooglemobilerogerssamsungtorchThu, 23 Sep 2010 19:18:00 EST<![CDATA[Exclusive: Galaxy Tab, red / white BlackBerry Torch and Samsung Focus hitting AT&T in Q4]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/13/exclusive-galaxy-tab-red-white-blackberry-torch-and-samsung/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/13/exclusive-galaxy-tab-red-white-blackberry-torch-and-samsung/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/13/exclusive-galaxy-tab-red-white-blackberry-torch-and-samsung/#comments Mmm, delicious. That's the feeling we're left with after being inundated with yet another round of AT&T leaks, this time giving us insight at a few flagship devices on tap for the carrier's holiday push. First up is the Galaxy Tab -- an Android 2.2-based tablet that we had previously heard rumored for AT&T's airwaves. Thanks to a branded snapshot from the carrier's internals, we can confirm that the Tab will indeed be sold on Ma Bell, and it (along with three other new Android devices) will ship "prior to December." Moving on, we've got even more confirmation that the Samsung Cetus (i917) will be one of the operator's first Windows Phone 7 devices, and it looks as if a heretofore unheard of Samsung Focus and HTC Surround will be joining it. Better still, we've got it on good authority that three other WP7 handsets will be splashing down alongside those others in time for the holidays. As for the remaining BlackBerry loyalists, AT&T will be tempting you with a trio of limited run Torch motifs coming in "mid to late November," with an all-white version, red / black model and olive colored edition on tap. We'll be keeping an ear to the ground for more, naturally.

Gallery: AT&T holiday 2010 lineup leaked!

Exclusive: Galaxy Tab, red / white BlackBerry Torch and Samsung Focus hitting AT&T in Q4 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800android tabletAndroidTabletattbbblackberryblackberry torchblackberry torch 9800BlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch9800breaking newsBreakingNewscetuscolorcoloredcolorsexclusivefocusgalaxygalaxy tabGalaxyTabgsmhtchtc surroundHtcSurroundi917leakleakedlimited editionLimitedEditionrimsamsungsamsung focussamsung galaxy tabSamsungFocusSamsungGalaxyTabsgh-i917smartphonesurroundtabtablettablet pcTabletPctorchwindows phone 7WindowsPhone7wp7Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:12:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch 9800 gets the Colorware treatment, sees value increase infinitely]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/04/blackberry-torch-9800-gets-the-colorware-treatment-sees-value-i/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/04/blackberry-torch-9800-gets-the-colorware-treatment-sees-value-i/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/04/blackberry-torch-9800-gets-the-colorware-treatment-sees-value-i/#comments So look -- RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9800 isn't exactly the barnburner-of-a-smartphone that we were hoping it'd be, but at least it looks snazzy, right? Right? Regardless of your answer to that, it's a bona fide fact that Colorware has outdone itself on this one. Usually, it's most fun to toy around with the company's endless array of hues in order to create the most hideous version of your favorite gadget before pretending to hit the order button, but for whatever reason, the first handset to ship with BlackBerry OS 6 actually looks dapper in red and white. Or maybe that's just the Wolfpack in us talking. Either way, it's available to customize now in the source link for $250 (send your own) or $1,050 (buy new sans a contract). Video's after the break, should you need one.

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BlackBerry Torch 9800 gets the Colorware treatment, sees value increase infinitely originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Kramer]

BlackBerry Torch just $99.99 on contract, by way of Amazon's generous dealings originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonamazon . comAmazon.Comblack berryblack berry torchBlackBerryBlackBerryTorchdealdealsresearch in motionResearchInMotionrimtorchTue, 17 Aug 2010 01:17:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch teardown offers few surprises, much like the phone itself (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/blackberry-torch-teardown-offers-few-surprises-much-like-the-ph/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/blackberry-torch-teardown-offers-few-surprises-much-like-the-ph/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/blackberry-torch-teardown-offers-few-surprises-much-like-the-ph/#comments The new BlackBerry flagship has been put through one of the more important ceremonies of acceptance into the smartphone world: a teardown. The CrackBerry crew have disassembled a Torch to see what makes it burn and produced some glamor shots of naked hardware for us to gawp at in the process. As you can see by the exploded shot of the phone above, most internals are either integrated or soldered down, but this undressing does afford us an opportunity to take a look at the biggest novelty in this new BlackBerry, namely its slider mechanism. It's impressively thin, rated for 150,000+ cycles, and yours to witness on video just past the break.

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BlackBerry Torch teardown offers few surprises, much like the phone itself (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 03:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, anonymous tipster]

BlackBerry Torch already showing up in some AT&T stores? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800attblackberryblackberry torchBlackberryTorchboxin the wildInTheWildmobilerimtorchThu, 05 Aug 2010 22:09:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/04/blackberry-torch-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/04/blackberry-torch-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/04/blackberry-torch-review/#comments When we began our review of the BlackBerry Torch (aka the Bold 9800), our hearts were all aflutter. The leaked shots we'd been seeing of some kind of Palm Pre-esque RIM slider were different and frankly weird enough to cause a kind of low hum gadget lust. Furthermore, although no one on the Engadget team was blown away by what the company had shown us in recent BlackBerry OS 6 demo videos, the promise of a substantially revamped UI and new, Webkit-powered browser certainly got us interested. Even if Research in Motion had been slipping on its once-unassailable smartphone game, there was a sentiment amongst the team that the opportunity for a return to innovative, industry-driving design was wide open for the Canadian company. So when we got our very own Torch to play with, we were understandably excited. A new OS, a new form-factor (completely new for RIM), and from what we could tell, a new outlook from the company about where it wanted to target this product: namely, the average consumer. A great story in the making, no? But it's a fiercely competitive market out there, with devices like the EVO 4G, iPhone 4, and Galaxy S line all vying for the hearts, minds, and pocketbooks of the buyer. Can the BlackBerry Torch pick up where hugely successful models like the Curve and Bold have left off? Or is the new phone too little and too late in an industry where technology advances not by tiny step but leaps and bounds? Get the answer to that question -- and many, many more -- in the full Engadget review below!

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BlackBerry Torch review originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800blackberryblackberry 9800blackberry sliderblackberry torchblackberry torch 9800Blackberry9800BlackberrySliderBlackberryTorchBlackberryTorch9800Research In MotionResearchInMotionreviewrimslidersmartphonetorchtorch 9800Torch9800videoWed, 04 Aug 2010 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch headed to Telus (update: and Rogers and Bell)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-headed-to-telus/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-headed-to-telus/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-headed-to-telus/#comments There had been some rumors floating around that the BlackBerry 9800 might be a Rogers exclusive, but it looks like that's won't be the case -- The Globe and Mail is reporting that phone, now known as the Torch, will be headed to Telus. Still no word on when that will happen, nor is there any word on any other carriers that will be picking up the device -- though there's no indication that it's a Telus-exclusive.

Update: The Globe and Mail is now saying that the big three Canadian carriers (Rogers, Bell and Telus) have each confirmed they'll be getting the Torch. Still no launch details, though.

Update 2: Rogers is now saying it'll launch in "the coming weeks."

BlackBerry Torch headed to Telus (update: and Rogers and Bell) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800bellblackberryblackberry 9800blackberry torchBlackberry9800BlackberryTorchcanadamobilerimrogerstelustorchTue, 03 Aug 2010 12:48:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch first hands-on! (update: video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-first-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-first-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-first-hands-on/#comments We just got a quick hands-on with the BlackBerry Torch -- unfortunately our unit wasn't powering on. We're headed back for more in just a second and there's video on the way, but check the gallery for some hardware shots and some Droid X / iPhone 4 head-to-head action right now!

Update: We went back in for round two with a functional device -- the hardware is quite nice, and the keyboard feels similar to the Tour / Bold. Software-wise, we're still waiting to play with BlackBerry 6 in-depth, but it definitely feels like the OS overwhelms the hardware a little when it's really cranking -- for example, the phone basically locked up while it loaded Engadget in the new Webkit browser, but when it was done loading it responded smoothly to panning and zooming.

Update 2: We've got video, people. It's a little scattershot in scope, but it should illustrate the basic feel of the new OS. You can find it below the fold.

Gallery: BlackBerry Torch first hands-on!


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BlackBerry Torch first hands-on! (update: video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We're live from AT&T and RIM's BlackBerry Torch event -- follow along after the break!

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Live from RIM and AT&T's BlackBerry Torch event! originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 11:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800attblackberryblackberry torchBlackberryTorchliveblogrimtorchTue, 03 Aug 2010 11:05:00 EST<![CDATA[BlackBerry Torch is official, launching August 12th on AT&T for $200]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-goes-live-on-atandts-site/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-goes-live-on-atandts-site/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/03/blackberry-torch-goes-live-on-atandts-site/#comments It hasn't been announced just yet -- we're expecting that shortly at a New York event today -- but the long-rumored BlackBerry Torch (née 9800) just went live on AT&T's site offering the opportunity to sign up for a notification when you can buy the thing. Major features include a 5 megapixel cam with flash, full QWERTY on a portrait slide, 802.11n support, and -- of course -- BlackBerry 6 with an all-new browsing experience and a host of other features that should help position RIM within earshot of its less-stodgy rivals. You've also got 4GB of storage onboard paired with a 4GB microSD card in the box, 512MB each of ROM and RAM, a quadband 3G radio that'll travel well around the globe, a 480 x 360 touchscreen display (same resolution as the Bold 9700) measuring 3.2 inches, the typical optical trackpad down below, and an interesting new Media Sync feature that'll let you sync your media library right over WiFi -- something various third parties have tried over the years, but has rarely been offered as an out-of-the-box capability. Interested? It'll hit AT&T and third-party retail locations and websites on the 12th of the month for $199.99 on contract. Follow the break for RIM's introductory videos and the press release.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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BlackBerry Torch is official, launching August 12th on AT&T for $200 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>9800attblackberryblackberry 6blackberry torchBlackberry6BlackberryTorchbreaking newsBreakingNewsqwertyrimslidertorchvideoTue, 03 Aug 2010 10:49:00 EST<![CDATA[WowWee Roborover gets friendly with the furniture in our review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/review-wowwee-roborover-gets-friendly-with-your-furniture/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/review-wowwee-roborover-gets-friendly-with-your-furniture/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/21/review-wowwee-roborover-gets-friendly-with-your-furniture/#comments See that glowing face? Yep, it's the super-enthusiastic Roborover from WowWee. We won't lie: we were a bit stoked by the arrival of this yellow explorer at Engadget's doorstep. Too bad it didn't exactly walk all the way from its warehouse, forcing us to go through the painful procedure of cutting up the tapes and untangling the ties of its shipping box. Five minutes later we've got a 4-pound robot on our hands, and we'd say overall the build quality is an eight out of ten (the cuts on the plastic parts could do with a finer finish) which is pretty good for a toy. You'll be pleased to know that those treads are for real and supported by a third mini roller at the back, but the friendly manual does say, "For indoor use only." Think we'll skip that page, thank you. Now kids, you might need your daddy's screwdrivers and some extra cash to feed the Roborover three "C" size batteries, and another three "AAAs" for the chunky IR remote. All ready to go? Skip along to learn how the Roborover explores the "ancient tombs of your parents' closet."

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WowWee Roborover gets friendly with the furniture in our review originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>explorefeaturesheadlampheadlightlightremote controlremote controlledRemoteControlRemoteControlledreviewroboroverrobotroboticstorchtoytracktractorwowweewowwee roboroverWed, 21 Oct 2009 16:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Motorola Sholes and Torch battery covers unearthed (hey, it's something)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/#comments We really don't need any more convincing that the Sholes is real, but what about the Torch? Oh, you don't remember that one? Yeah, we had to look it up to refresh our memory -- turns out this was the rumored market name for the Inferno, a touchscreen featurephone Moto apparently had in the works to replace the Krave on Verizon. The company has just published press shots of the battery covers of both the Sholes and the Torch -- those are the names Motorola is using, though it's not uncommon for them to refer to press shots by codename, so we wouldn't make much of it -- so if we had to guess, the Torch is still alive. Also notable is the fact that they're showing two versions of the Sholes' cover, one with a Verizon logo and one without, so this is a strong indicator that there'll be a second model -- most likely for overseas GSM markets. Or, you know, an unlocked US 3G version. Dare to dream, right?

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Motorola Sholes and Torch battery covers unearthed (hey, it's something) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androiddroidinfernomotomotorolasholestaotorchverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwWed, 07 Oct 2009 12:42:00 EST<![CDATA[Motorola Sholes and Torch battery covers unearthed (hey, it's something)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/07/motorola-sholes-and-torch-battery-covers-unearthed-hey-its-so/#comments We really don't need any more convincing that the Sholes is real, but what about the Torch? Oh, you don't remember that one? Yeah, we had to look it up to refresh our memory -- turns out this was the rumored market name for the Inferno, a touchscreen featurephone Moto apparently had in the works to replace the Krave on Verizon. The company has just published press shots of the battery covers of both the Sholes and the Torch -- those are the names Motorola is using, though it's not uncommon for them to refer to press shots by codename, so we wouldn't make much of it -- so if we had to guess, the Torch is still alive. Also notable is the fact that they're showing two versions of the Sholes' cover, one with a Verizon logo and one without, so this is a strong indicator that there'll be a second model -- most likely for overseas GSM markets. Or, you know, an unlocked US 3G version. Dare to dream, right?

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Motorola Sholes and Torch battery covers unearthed (hey, it's something) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androiddroidinfernomobilemotomotorolasholestaotorchverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvzwWed, 07 Oct 2009 12:42:00 EST<![CDATA[WebKit-based Iris browser for Windows Mobile hits beta v2]]>http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/16/webkit-based-iris-browser-for-windows-mobile-hits-beta-v2/http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/16/webkit-based-iris-browser-for-windows-mobile-hits-beta-v2/http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/16/webkit-based-iris-browser-for-windows-mobile-hits-beta-v2/#comments
We know how it goes -- once you get your Windows Mobile setup situated how you like it, making tweaks is a rare, rare occurrence. To that end, you probably passed on the highly dangerous first beta of the WebKit-based Iris browser. At long last, the entirely more stable beta v2 has emerged for those courageous enough to give it a go, and the designers are promising that the over 100 fixes and improvements make it "incredibly fast" and almost life-altering. If you're not keen on waiting for the next iteration of Internet Explorer Mobile, and if you're somehow not pleased with Opera Mini or Mobile Firefox, roll the dice with this one and see how things turn out.

[Via the::unwired]

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WebKit-based Iris browser for Windows Mobile hits beta v2 originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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