Nokia and Microsoft in negotiations, WP7 partnership likely
Microsoft and Nokia are said to be nearing a deal that would put Windows Phone 7 on Nokia devices. It could be announced as soon as tomorrow.
Five reasons why the sun is setting on Windows dominance
The world is changing, and the clumsy Redmond behemoth just can't seem to keep up. Here's why the sun is setting on Microsoft's once-invincible Windows empire.
Android global sales grew 888 percent in 2010
The mobile industry is experiencing unprecedented growth benefiting smartphone manufacturers - especially Android, which is leaving them all in its dust.
Nokia shelves first MeeGo phone before launch
Nokia has shelved the first phone carrying its new MeeGo OS, sources say. But the company may still unveil MeeGo on a new device as soon as this Friday.
Last.fm expands subscription offering to include streaming on home and mobile devices
Last.fm updates its subscription service to include streaming onto home and mobile devices.
Windows Phone 7 and Nokia: Two wrongs don’t make a right
Rumors of a Nokia-Microsoft alliance have us cringing at the very thought of tying Windows Phone 7 exclusively to Nokia devices. Here's why.
Google offers $20,000 for Chrome hack
Google is ready to put its money where its mouth is. The company is offering $20,000 to any hacker that can exploit Chrome at the Pwn2Own contest.
Yahoo blames Microsoft for Windows Phone 7 ‘phantom data’ glitch
Microsoft and Yahoo have engaged in a blame game over the mysterious data usage affecting some Windows Phone 7 users.
Windows Phone 7 debuts with a 2 percent market share
Windows Phone 7's first quarter is in the books...and research firm NPD gives the mobile operating system a 2 percent share of the U.S. smartphone market.
Windows Phone 7 could be upgraded February 7; can Microsoft turn it around?
We've been patient, but it's time. Microsoft is rumored to introduce its first Windows Phone 7 upgrade on February 7, after reports indicate sales are struggling.
Android claims top spot over Symbian in global smartphone shipments
Android continues to rocket up in popularity, largely at the expense of Symbian, which recently lost its crown to Google's mobile OS.
Survey: most mobile phone users won’t be buying smartphones
A survey from market analysis firm Compete finds that almost two thirds of mobile phone users's next phones will not be smartphones.
2 million Windows Phone 7 devices have been sold, says Microsoft
Microsoft has announced that sales of Windows Phone 7 to wireless carriers has exceeded 2 million units after 10-12 weeks on the market.
Microsoft addresses ‘phantom data’ glitch on Windows Phone 7
Microsoft blames a "third party solution" for quietly burning through data on Windows Phone 7 devices.
LG admits Windows Phone 7 sales didn’t meet expectations
At least someone's being honest about Microsoft's smartphone: an LG exec says sales have been sub par.
Chitika touts goofy stats: Windows Phone 7 being beaten by…Windows 98?
Online ad firm Chitika says Windows Phone 7 turns up on its ad network so rarely it's being handily beaten...by Windows 98. Well duh.
Imagining Windows 8: Embedded Xbox, Kinect, and Surface
Drawing technologies from across Microsoft’s many divisions could make Windows 8 the most drastically improved version of the OS yet.
First Windows Phone 7 update blocks jailbreaking
Along with some improvements, the Windows Phone 7 will now long feature its unlocking tool.
LaCie shows off mobile streaming in new 5big Backup Server
At the Microsoft booth at CES, representatives from LaCie showed us the company's new 5big Backup Server, which stores data for up to 35 computers and can stream data to across the Net, even to mobile phones.
More affordable on Windows Phone 7: ‘I Am Rich’
Remember the $999 iPhone app "I Am Rich" that cost $999.99 for a picture of a red gem? It's back for Windows Phone 7...at the bargain price of $499.99.
Microsoft: over 1.5 million Windows Phone 7 devices sold
Microsoft says more than 1.5 million Windows Phone 7 devices have been sold in the platform's first six weeks on the market.
Android, iPhone lead Windows Phone 7 by 100 to 1?
Mobile ad network Chitika says add impressions for Windows Phone 7 devices are being beaten out by Android devices and iPhones by more than 100 to 1.
Analyst warns Microsoft needs tablet to compete with iPad, or else
After failing to create much buzz in the tablet space this year, one analyst warns that Microsoft may be in for a dismal 2011 unless it can concoct an iPad challenger.
HTC addresses HD7 ‘death grip’ complaints
HTC is eating its words as YouTube videos have begun to surface showing weakening signals among HD7 smartphones when gripped in a particular way.
Developers take down Windows Phone 7 unlocker
The developers who made the first Windows Phone 7 unlocker, ChevronWP7, have taken down the software pending "official" homebrew support from Microsoft.
Dell Venue Pro Windows Phone 7 smartphone now on sale
Dell's Venue Pro Windows Phone 7 smartphone sports a 4.1-inch display and a slide-out QWERTY keyboard...and it's available for $99 on T-Mobile.
Windows Phone 7 unlocked, Visual Basic support added
In less than a month, hackers have found a way to unlock Windows Phone 7, allowing the installation of non-marketplace apps. And Microsoft has added Visual Basic support so developing apps is easier than ever.
UK retailer: Android crushing Windows Phone 7
A UK retailer says Android phones are outselling Windows Phone 7 devices by 15 to 1.
Dell’s mobile chief leaving company
Dell's mobile chief Ron Garriques is leaving the company just as the company is trying to built up its smartphone and mobile device business.
Motorola fires back at Microsoft patent suits
Motorola has filed its own patent infringement suit against Microsoft, claiming the Redmond company violates 16 Motorola patents.
Windows Phone 7 sells 40,000 on first day in the U.S.
An anonymous source tells TheStreet that Windows Phone 7 sold 40,000 units during its launch day in the U.S. Are these bad numbers and why?
HTC to open its own app store
Sources say that HTC is hiring staff in preparation to launch an online app store for its mobile phones.
One Windows Phone 7 device reportedly sells out one day after US launch
T-Mobile's HD7 goes listed as "unavailable" on the company's Website, but reappears in stock shortly after.
Windows Phone 7 goes on sale today in the US
Following releases abroad, Microsoft's Window Phone 7 debuts in the US market.
Dell moves 25,000 employees off BlackBerry onto Dell phone
Dell is dumping 25,000 BlackBerry phones and switching its employees over to its new Windows-powered Dell Venue Pro.
AT&T launching Windows Phone 7 Samsung Focus November 8
AT&T is launching the Windows Phone 7-powered Samsung Focus on November 8: the Focus has a 4-inch AMOLED display, 5 megapixel camera, and a $199.99 price tag.
Microsoft announces fat profits, free phones for employees
Microsoft surprised Wall Street with the announcement of its latest quarterly earnings, and employees with the announcement of free Windows Phone 7 devices.
Five reasons Windows Phone 7 will fail
Windows Phone 7 has a lot going for it, but is it enough to take on RIM, Apple and Google? Here are 5 reasons why it could fail.