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The Mobile World Congress, under way this week in Barcelona, Spain, puts the
spotlight on mobile broadband gear, services, software, and strategies. Read CNET's full coverage here.
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Sony Ericsson redefines the touchscreen with its new G-series
Sony Ericsson W980 Walkman phone
Take your best show with the new Sony Ericsson C702 and C902
Web in a clamshell: Sony Ericsson Z770 debuts
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ZTE says in talks with Sprint on WiMax handsets
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A smorgasbord of Samsung handsets February 12, 2008
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Motorola gives us the W161 and W181, we yawn February 11, 2008
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LG unveils touch screen phone model
LG KF510: LG's new glass-fronted hotness
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Samsung introduces ARM-based smartphone chip
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Sony Ericsson redefines the touchscreen with its new G-series
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Latest News
RIM: BlackBerry's future lies in social networking
Co-chief executive Jim Balsillie says an enterprise social-networking revolution is on the way.February 14, 2008
Mapping medieval streets using GPS
News.com's Maggie Reardon meandered the cobblestone streets of Barcelona's Gothic quarter using Nokia's new Maps 2.0 service and the 6210 Navigator handset. Photos: Touring Barcelona with help from Nokia
February 14, 2008
GSMA Day 3 wrap-up
AMD announced big plans for mobile phone processors, RIM's co-CEO downplays the BlackBerry outage, and the LiMo Foundation could give Google's Android a run for its money.February 13, 2008
Limo Foundation shows first handsets
Though Google's Android platform is getting a lot of attention at the GSMA Mobile World Congress, the LiMo Foundation is making news of its own.February 13, 2008
All is pretty quiet in Palm's house for GSMA
But there was a bit of news and a few rumors, CNET's Bonnie Cha reports.February 13, 2008
Motorola hopes to revive cell phone biz
Don McLellan, senior vice president for corporate strategy, said the company still believes in its handset business and is looking for ways to revive it.February 13, 2008
RIM's CEO downplays BlackBerry outage
CEO James Balsillie doesn't seem too worried about the possible long-term effects of the company's recent 3-hour outage.February 13, 2008
ZTE says in talks with Sprint on WiMax handsets
Currently a small player in the U.S. market, Chinese phone maker aims to be one of the top five vendors in three years.Chinese cell phones in Barcelona
February 13, 2008
Nokia unveils 'green' handset design
The world's No.1 cell phone maker is developing a handset made entirely of recycled and renewable materials.February 13, 2008
GSMA Day 2 wrap-up
CNET's Nicole Lee writes about the highlights of the ongoing phone madness at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.February 12, 2008
In Europe, Yahoo tops Google in deal with T-Mobile
Deal demonstrates Yahoo's momentum in mobile services despite uncertainties raised by Microsoft's takeover bid.February 12, 2008
Yahoo launches OneConnect
The new mobile Web service is meant to help cell phone users know when their friends are nearby and what they're up to.February 12, 2008
Operators hit back at EU data-roaming threat
GSM Association says data-roaming price cuts are already falling and that Commission regulation would stifle innovation.February 12, 2008
Vodafone CEO looks to mobile Web for future
Arun Sarin says that the Internet is the future for mobile, and he called on the industry to cooperate in selecting technology to further develop the market.February 12, 2008
DotMobi launches database for mobile-Web developers
Registrar for .mobi domain says giving software developers cell phone specifications will help them design better mobile sites.February 12, 2008
LG to roll out Android phone by early 2009
Electronics company joins the growing group of handset makers that say they'll support Google's operating system.February 12, 2008
Nokia to add Google search on handsets
Though Google's Android is a rival to Nokia's S60 platform, Nokia intends to include it to help ensure customer satisfaction.February 12, 2008
Samsung rules out Motorola mobile unit buy
Too much overlap and little to gain from acquiring Motorola cell phone division, says president of Samsung telecom unit.February 12, 2008
Google Android prototypes debut at MWC
CNET News.com's Maggie Reardon reports on a private demonstration of the software development platform at the ARM booth in Barcelona.February 11, 2008
GSMA Day 1 wrap-up
With product announcements, handset previews, and Google Android demos, Monday was exceptionally busy at the wireless-industry trade show in Barcelona.February 11, 2008
Cisco defines 'mobility'
For Cisco Systems, mobility means connecting any device, on any network, anytime, anywhere.February 11, 2008
TI's new OMAP chip not just for phones
The chipmaker isn't willing to give Intel any ground when it comes to portable handheld devices.February 11, 2008
JumpTap scores 7-country search and ad deal
Still, JumpTap and other "white label" search and ad providers, such as Medio, are going head-to-head against Google.February 11, 2008
Nvidia dialing into mobile phones
The company plans to launch its first major applications processor for smartphones this week at Mobile World Congress 2008.February 11, 2008
Nokia launches Ovi digital media, folds in Twango
Media-sharing site Twango, which Nokia acquired six months ago, will become part of a larger brand of mobile Web services.February 11, 2008
More heavyweights join mobile Linux group
Orange, Access join the LiMo Foundation to collaborate on its upcoming mobile Linux platform, which promises more applications for users.February 11, 2008
Nokia upgrades navigation service
Version 2.0 of Nokia Maps, geared toward pedestrians, points users in the direction they're walking by means of an embedded compass.February 11, 2008
Samsung hopes to have Google phone early 2009
In addition to phone using open-source Android platform, handset maker plans to have four or five WiMax phones out soon.February 11, 2008
Cisco CEO says IT spending-crunch isn't that bad
Speaking at GSMA, Chambers says that even though spending has slowed, he doesn't think the downturn will last long or run deep.February 11, 2008
EU pressures operators to reduce data-roaming rates
Commissioner Viviane Reding has set her sights on the prices for downloading and surfing the Web wirelessly when abroad.February 11, 2008
Sony Ericsson to do first Windows phone
As part of an effort to boost its presence in North America, the handset maker is planning a family of Windows Mobile devices.Sony Ericsson redefines the touchscreen with its new G-series
Sony Ericsson W980 Walkman phone
Take your best show with the new Sony Ericsson C702 and C902
Web in a clamshell: Sony Ericsson Z770 debuts
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Tiny cell phone chip aims to improve sound quality
A start-up's first product, modeled on the human ear, curbs background noise.The New York Times
February 10, 2008
The next big things in wireless
The Mobile World Congress show in Barcelona is the place to be to see what's coming soon to a cell phone near you.February 9, 2008
Is mobile really a sure thing for Google?
Adapting Google's successful Web offerings for use on cell phones is an important work in progress--and unlikely to be easy.February 8, 2008
ARM plans Android demonstration at MWC
The chip designer will use the GSMA showcase to present prototype mobile phones running Google's Android software, in a very public display of support for the project.February 6, 2008
Barcelona or bust: High expectations for GSMA
With so many manufacturers now vying for attention in the wireless world, CNET Reviews' Bonnie Cha says the Mobile World Congress could be the industry's most impressive trade show yet.February 4, 2008
Product previews
Chinese cell phones in Barcelona
CNET's Kent German tours the booth of manufacturer ZTE at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and finds some phones to like.ZTE says in talks with Sprint on WiMax handsets
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iRiver Europe breaking into the cell phone biz
Known in the U.S. for its MP3 players and PVPs, iRiver hoping to break into the European cell phone market as well. Bonnie Cha looks at its first GSM handset.February 13, 2008
Hands-on with Modu
Israeli company's concept for modular cell phone that can be placed into stylized, function-changing "jackets" is intriguing if it evolves as Modu promises, says CNET's Kent German.February 13, 2008
Taking a walk with a Google Android prototype
CNET Reviews Senior Editor Kent German examines a Google Android prototype at the GSMA Worold Congress. Our video lets you see it for yourself.February 12, 2008
Samsung's new P960 and G10
Nokia or Sony Ericsson set the stakes high with their offerings, but Samsung certainly made a respectable showing with its new Soul and, previewed here, the G810 and the P960.A smorgasbord of Samsung handsets February 12, 2008
Photos: Impressions of the Sony X1
Sony Ericsson was strict about limiting access to the Xperia X1 interface, but CNET got some up-close images of this Windows Mobile PDA phone.February 12, 2008
Nokia Maps 2.0 anything but pedestrian
CNET's Bonnie Cha takes a walk with the newest version of Nokia's mapping software, now available in beta.February 12, 2008
Moto's Z6w offers Wi-Fi
CNET Reviews' Kent German says that what (little) sets the Z6w apart is its integrated Wi-Fi, which outside of a few smartphones remains pretty elusive in the cell phone world.Motorola gives us the W161 and W181, we yawn February 11, 2008
Hands-on with LG's Symbian sat-nav phone
CNET's Andrew Lim tries out this new candybar smartphone, which comes with GPS, a full Qwerty keypad, and a standard one to boot.February 11, 2008
LG KS20: Windows Mobile without the bulk
CNET reviewer Nate Lanxon praises this phone for its big touch-sensitive screen, push e-mail support, gloriously fast HSDPA connectivity, and divine styling.LG unveils touch screen phone model
LG KF510: LG's new glass-fronted hotness
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Hands on with the Samsung Soul
Samsung's new Soul offers a unique navigation touchpad, a 5-megapixel camera, and a music player. CNET gives you a hands-on look from the GSMA World Congress in Barcelona.Samsung introduces ARM-based smartphone chip
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Take your best show with the new Sony Ericsson C702 and C902
At GSMA Sony Ericsson introduces two new Cyber-shot models with the C702 and C902. CNET's Kent German takes a look.Sony Ericsson redefines the touchscreen with its new G-series
Sony Ericsson W980 Walkman phone
Web in a clamshell: Sony Ericsson Z770 debuts
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Images
Touring Barcelona with Nokia
A CNET News.com reporter navigates the city's Gothic district using modern-day GPS technology optimized for pedestrians.
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Google Android prototype
The mockups have a BlackBerry look, but the ARM9 processor tech inside is actually used on lower-end, mass-market handsets.
February 11, 2008
New from Nokia, Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson introduces an iPhone competitor, Nokia unveils updates to two top-range, two midrange phones.
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Videos
Motorola Rokr E8
CNET Reviews editor Kent German takes a look at a phone Motorola says is a better MP3 player than stand-alone units.February 6, 2007
Sony Ericsson W760
Another CES finalist, the W760 is one of the newest models in Sony Ericsson's Walkman series. February 6, 2007
Motorola Z10
CNET Reviews editor Kent German talks about Motorola's video-friendly slider phone with the quirky design.February 6, 2007
Samsung's SGH-G800
This slider phone features a bright and colorful display and 5-megapixel camera. Kent German shows you how it works. February 6, 2007
Credits
Reporters: Marguerite Reardon, Kent German, Bonnie Cha
Editor: Richard Defendorf
Design: Andrew Ballagh
Production: Ryo Wong
