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By Terrence O'Brien
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
The Samsung Galaxies S II's have arrived!!
Source: Endgadget
By Terrence O'Brien
Monday, August 29, 2011
Sprint Android/Blackberry Smartphone Deals!
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Android apps to have!
These are some of the must have apps on any android fun and make life allot more easier!
1. Google Voice (Free)
With Google Voice, you get a free number for receiving calls, sending texts, and even receive access to your voicemail and text messages over the Web. With the Android app, you can even keep your true mobile number private by making outgoing calls using your Google Voice number instead. Another handy feature is voicemail transcription, which automatically transcribes your voicemails to text so you can read them like e-mail.
3. Google Sky Map (Free)
This app from Google is frankly just really awesome. Using GPS, turn the app on while you are looking at the night sky and it will literally show you what to look for. The app depicts stars, constellations, and planets as you would see them looking directly at the night sky. Wonder what constellation those three bright stars are part of? Point your Android device in that direction and Google Sky Map will give you an answer.
4. Mint (Free)
This app is essentially a mobile version of the online financial planning website Mint, which can keep track of multiple bank accounts or credit cards to help you stay on budget. The app automatically updates information from your accounts and has tools like budgets for different spending categories and alerts that will tell you when you’ve gone over a specified budget for the month. The app has a helpful visual interface that makes dealing with your finances as simple as possible.
5. Dropbox (Free)
For those who use Dropbox on their desktops already, this app performs pretty much the same function on your phone. With Dropbox, users can upload or download files to their accounts without carrying around a pesky flash drive at all times. The download and upload speeds are quick on 3G, and the app includes several sharing options for files that you have downloaded. This makes for easy transference of files to and from your computer and your Android device.
If you have any suggestions of your favorite or must have apps, let me know!
1. Google Voice (Free)
With Google Voice, you get a free number for receiving calls, sending texts, and even receive access to your voicemail and text messages over the Web. With the Android app, you can even keep your true mobile number private by making outgoing calls using your Google Voice number instead. Another handy feature is voicemail transcription, which automatically transcribes your voicemails to text so you can read them like e-mail.
2. Opera Mini Web Browser (Free)
We loved the drastic speed boost from Opera Mini on the iPhone, and it delivers the same shot of adrenaline on Android. Opera greases the wheels of the Web using special servers that compress pages prior to sending them to your phone. Besides using less bandwidth, pages appear in a fraction of the time, which makes it the go-to browser when you need to know who won the World Series in 1964, the colors of the Estonian flag, or the population of Miami in a flash.
3. Google Sky Map (Free)
This app from Google is frankly just really awesome. Using GPS, turn the app on while you are looking at the night sky and it will literally show you what to look for. The app depicts stars, constellations, and planets as you would see them looking directly at the night sky. Wonder what constellation those three bright stars are part of? Point your Android device in that direction and Google Sky Map will give you an answer.
4. Mint (Free)
This app is essentially a mobile version of the online financial planning website Mint, which can keep track of multiple bank accounts or credit cards to help you stay on budget. The app automatically updates information from your accounts and has tools like budgets for different spending categories and alerts that will tell you when you’ve gone over a specified budget for the month. The app has a helpful visual interface that makes dealing with your finances as simple as possible.
5. Dropbox (Free)
For those who use Dropbox on their desktops already, this app performs pretty much the same function on your phone. With Dropbox, users can upload or download files to their accounts without carrying around a pesky flash drive at all times. The download and upload speeds are quick on 3G, and the app includes several sharing options for files that you have downloaded. This makes for easy transference of files to and from your computer and your Android device.
If you have any suggestions of your favorite or must have apps, let me know!
Friday, August 26, 2011
Sprint Bets big to buy Clearwire!
Sprint (NYSE: S) is reportedly in talks with Clearwire (Nasdaq: CLWR) and cable companies regarding the possible acquisition of the wireless Internet provider to help build its 4G LTE network.
The talks are allegedly happening between Sprint and cable providers such as Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSK), according to a Bloomberg report. Clearwire is looking for an investment of US$600 million to expand its high-speed wireless network and upgrade to 4G LTE technology.It's unclear what a final deal would look like. Sprint is already a Clearwire investor and could use equity from cable companies investing in Sprint to buy out the remaining portion of the wireless provider. Or Sprint could simply invest more in the company.
As the U.S.'s third-largest wireless provider, Sprint is facing pressure from leaders AT&T (NYSE: T) and Verizon and is looking to expand coverage and services. An advanced LTE network could be a way to gain some momentum in the carrier race.
Neither Sprint nor Clearwire responded to the E-Commerce Times requests to confirm the talks.
What Kind of Deal?
Since the talks have not been made public or even confirmed, there are many questions as to what a final transaction between the companies would look like. Although a complete buyout is possible, it may not be the most likely option."An acquisition would be a good long-term move for Sprint, and an acquisition at anything close to current prices would be even better; however, the timing may not be right," Jonathan Chaplin, director of communications services for equity research at Credit Suisse, told the E-Commerce Times.
Sprint's balance sheets need to be in better standing before the company can make great investments.
"Sprint is about to embark on a substantial network rebuild that will consume $4.5 billion of cash over and above their current spending levels over the next four years. In addition, they have $2.25 billion in debt maturing early next year. These make a cash deal difficult," said Chaplin.
Perhaps a more likely scenario is a partnered deal structure with cable companies, a transaction that could be mutually beneficial. It would give Sprint the cash to invest in the high-speed network and simultaneously provide a company like Comcast or Cablevision with a more effective way to compete against carriers offering Internet, phone and cable bundles.
"Ultimately Sprint is looking to solidify its 4G strategy right, now and they're completely relying on Clearwire for that strategy. They're perhaps looking to regain control of Clearwire and possible additional spectrum. I think the point of that spectrum and how much that may benefit Sprint is key to any deal involving the cable companies and Clearwire," Michael Nelson, executive director at Mizuho Securities, told the E-Commerce Times.
Strengthening Forces
Broadening spectrum and services is essential for Sprint as it tries to compete against a growing pair of market leaders. It's possible for the company to grow on its own, but it's wise to find partners in the field to strengthen services as quickly and efficiently as possible."Sprint can create a tremendous amount of value with its network upgrade without having to acquire Clearwire or anyone else; however, they can create more value over time with Clearwire," said Chaplin.
Verizon and AT&T, the U.S.'s two largest carriers, have a dominant role in the market. It's a position that's only likely to grow in the near future, especially if the merger between AT&T and T-Mobile gains regulator approval. Sprint has voiced strong opposition to the deal, claiming the merger would create a duopoly and stifle competition.
A deal with Clearwire and cable providers, then, could bolster services and give Sprint strategic allies if an AT&T/T-Mobile company takes its place in the market.
"It's in Sprint's best interest and the cable companies best interest to try to work more closely together given the dominance of AT&T and Verizon, particularly with the ramifications if the AT&T and T-Mobile merger goes through," said Nelson.
Source: By Rachelle Dragani
E-Commerce Times
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