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Google unveils cell phone software and alliance

November 5, 2007 In much the same way it changed the wired Internet, Google plans to revolutionize the mobile Web through its new open software platform. TAGS: alliance, Andy Rubin, handset maker, Open Handset Alliance, Google Inc., Eric Schmidt, Qualcomm Inc., platform, SDK, HTC, handset, cell phone, smart phone, mobile device, Motorola Inc., CEO

New pests target Symbian-based gadgets

January 20, 2006 Trojan horses that target mobile phones are identified, but the threat level remains low. TAGS: Symbian Inc., Symantec Corp., smart phone, Gartner Inc., Symbian OS, mobile device, trojan horse, pest, gadget, Bluetooth, McAfee Inc., mobile phone, Nokia Corp., antivirus, operating system

Google must woo mobile app developers

November 8, 2007 Mobile-application developers aren't sold on Google's plans for an open operating system for cell phones. TAGS: mobile device, Google Inc., programming language, handset, developer, mobile phone, programming, operating system

Microsoft mobile OS lands its biggest deal

April 5, 2006 U.S. Census Bureau contract calls for a half million handsets loaded with Windows Mobile. TAGS: data collection, Symbian Inc., Microsoft Windows Mobile, CTIA, handset, data entry, smart phone, mobile device, agency, operating system, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows

Microsoft aims to be cell phone 'Survivor'

May 6, 2005 Tech giant hopes to outwit, outplay and outlast its opponents with impending release of Windows Mobile 5. TAGS: Microsoft Windows Mobile, Jim Allchin, handheld, cell phone, mobile device, Pocket PC, Microsoft Corp., operating system, photograph, Microsoft Windows

PalmSource pushes on with Linux plans

March 10, 2005 Company joins the Consumer Electronics Linux Forum--but can open-source give the Palm OS the boost it needs? TAGS: PalmSource Inc., Cobalt Networks, licensee, Palm OS, Palm Inc., Linux, handheld computer, mobile device, consumer electronics, mobile phone, acquisition, smart phone, open source, operating system, handheld, Microsoft Windows

In search of the Google phone

October 24, 2007 Experts see Google partnering with a handset maker for bundled software that will enable everything from IM and maps to monitoring blood pressure.Image: Looking for clues in Google patent TAGS: Google Inc., handset maker, handset, patent, telephony, mobile phone, mobile device, Microsoft Windows Mobile, search engine, Apple iPhone, IM, operating system, Microsoft Windows

Cisco takes communications software mobile

March 6, 2007 The company now supports mobility in its latest upgrade of Cisco Unified Communications. TAGS: Cisco Systems Inc., communications software, mobile device, worker, RIM BlackBerry, operating system, Microsoft Corp.

Taking in Microsoft's TechFest

March 11, 2008 Annual in-house science fair shows off array of research projects--from the WorldWide Telescope to a new touch-based interface for mobile devices. TAGS: Ina Fried, Craig Mundie, Redmond, science, mobile device, Wikipedia, touch screen, Microsoft Corp., blog, photograph, Apple Macintosh, operating system, video, Microsoft Windows

Mobile phone companies join forces on Linux

June 15, 2006 Several cell phone makers and mobile operators plan to pull resources to develop a common Linux operating system for mobile devices. TAGS: handset maker, mobile operator, foundation, handset, Linux, Motorola Inc., Motorola ROKR, platform, specification, cell phone company, telephone company, API, mobile device, mobile phone, cell phone, operating system

Nokia adds to mobile access portfolio

January 12, 2005 Products promise more flexibility for corporate customers logging on to the company network. TAGS: IPSec, branch office, IP VPN, IPSec VPN, Nokia Corp., VPN, portfolio, SSL, mobile device, client, IP, operating system

Microsoft: iPhone lacks business savvy

April 19, 2007 Sure, it'll play tunes and look cool. But just try viewing Office documents on the upcoming Apple gadget. TAGS: Microsoft Windows Mobile, Apple iPhone, Australia, mobile device, Apple Computer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Corp., operating system, Microsoft Windows

Employee gadgets pose security risk to companies

November 16, 2005 iPods, smart phones, digital cameras and other gadgets pose a real security risk to organizations. IT managers are looking for solutions. TAGS: security risk, gadget, mobile device, Gartner Inc., smart phone, organization, security, worker, conference, digital camera, camera, operating system, PC, Microsoft Windows

Palm talks up its ambitions for Europe

February 15, 2007 Despite European operators' support of the Symbian OS, Palm is still trying to woo mobile users there. TAGS: Symbian Inc., Barcelona, Palm Inc., operator, tariff, Europe, Palm OS, Palm Treo, mobility, mobile device, handset, Microsoft Windows Mobile, Nokia Corp., handheld, CEO, operating system

Motorola dialing up mainstream Linux phones

August 16, 2006 The open-source operating system is poised to move beyond high-end handsets and into a more wallet-friendly realm. Photo: Linux Rokr TAGS: Motorola Inc., Linux, fragmentation, Open Source Development Labs, Motorola ROKR, programmer, Asia, mobile phone, mobile device, handset, Europe, open source, operating system

PalmSource acquisition finalized

November 15, 2005 Deal allows Japan's Access to finish creating the Linux-Palm operating system hybrid started earlier this year. TAGS: PalmSource Inc., Palm Inc., Microsoft Access, acquisition, Palm OS, Japan, mobile device, Linux, Motorola Inc., operating system

Cisco spends $31 million on mobility start-up

October 26, 2006 Company will use technology from Orative to extend its Unified Communications product to cell phones, smart phones. TAGS: Cisco Systems Inc., handset maker, worker, mobility, acquisition, handset, IP, mobile device, cell phone, smart phone, operating system, PC

Linux gets its 'Moto' running

July 28, 2006 With phone called "Ming," company builds Chinese dynasty, helps Linux in its advance against Great Wall of rival OSes. TAGS: Trolltech, Mobile Linux, Symbian Inc., Linux, Motorola Inc., Nokia Corp., China, mobile device, smart phone, OEM, NEC Electronics Corp., development, API, Microsoft Windows Mobile, platform, Panasonic
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