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  • Microsoft hints at future battery pack for Surface Pro

    In a question-and-answer session on Reddit Wednesday, Microsoft's Surface Pro team ignored most questions about the tablet's battery life, but hinted that the company might sell an add-on battery pack in the future.

    Written by Gregg Keizer07 Feb. 13 16:08
  • Motorola Solutions unveils MC45 mobile computer

    Motorola Solutions believes workplaces will find value in rugged handheld mobile computers that cost several times more than consumer-focused smartphones, but lasts much longer.

    Written by Matt Hamblen29 Jan. 13 10:07
  • FCC moves to streamline wireless buildout

    The Federal Communications Commission announced plans Friday to help streamline wireless broadband buildout in the U.S., including clarification of a provision requiring local review of modifications to cell towers.

    Written by Matt Hamblen25 Jan. 13 21:06
  • Google X phone, tablet, spur speculation

    With speculation swirling that Google is preparing to come out with what's been called the Google X phone and a Google X tablet this spring, analysts say the company is pushing the hardware envelope.

    Written by Sharon Gaudin23 Jan. 13 21:24
  • Opinion: Wait, so why do we need phones again?

    Phone service is obsolete, says Mike Elgan and wireless carriers are holding him back. Here's why he wants Google to be his phone company.

    Written by Mike Elgan19 Jan. 13 12:13
  • This Nevada man doesn't have your lost cellphone

    A resident of North Las Vegas, Nev., says owners of lost cell phones have repeatedly shown up at his house demanding phones that they tracked via software to his location.

    Written by Matt Hamblen15 Jan. 13 17:50
  • Facebook event speculation turns to phones, mobile, search

    With Facebook preparing for its mysterious press conference on Tuesday, speculation is surging that the announcement could be about anything from a new smartphone, a new mobile plan to a new search feature.

    Written by Sharon Gaudin14 Jan. 13 21:24
  • CES: Suddenly wireless charging is everywhere

    The Wireless Power Consortium displayed a wide array or wireless charging technology, from desktops and car armrests to pads that accept one or more devices.

    Written by Lucas Mearian08 Jan. 13 23:11
  • Apple wins top score for App Store

    Apple's App Store had the top score among mobile application storefronts ranked by ABI Research, but Microsoft's Windows Store narrowly beat the field for its degree of innovation.

    Written by Matt Hamblen02 Jan. 13 21:47
  • One in 10 say health-related websites saved their lives

    A survey by health technology provider Philips shows that 11% of U.S. respondents think they might already be dead or severely incapacitated if not for Web-based health information.

    Written by Lucas Mearian12 Dec. 12 19:56
  • Microsoft may not want smashing Surface RT tablet sales

    The reported slow early sales of Microsoft's Surface RT tablet has raised a question among IT analysts -- does Microsoft truly want to produce boffo sales of the new device?

    Written by Matt Hamblen10 Dec. 12 16:52
  • RIM offers free BlackBerry 10 smartphone

    Research in Motion Thursday introduced the BlackBerry 10 Ready Program to help prepare business customers for the launch of the next-generation OS on Jan. 30.

    Written by Computerworld Staff06 Dec. 12 14:14
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