| HTC One V for Telus goes on the record with Sense 4.0 (video) Mar 22nd 2012, 23:14 Remember the Legend? That, now ancient, lip-laden Android device has found a rebirth of sorts in the One V -- HTC's entry-level bid for budget smartphone dominance. Initially unveiled at this past Mobile World Congress, the handset was up for a hardware hands-on only, as its unfinished Ice Cream Sandwich OS wasn't quite ready for primetime. That's all changed now as the gang over at MobileSyrup got to take the diminutive fella, destined for a Telus berth, and its Sense 4.0 UX for a test drive. As you'll see in the video below, the phone moves along briskly and without hesitance despite its lack of a dual-core setup. Even ImageSense, the camera tech announced in Barcelona that allows for simultaneous video and photo capture, runs uninterrupted. We'd be remiss if we didn't point out that this is still an early build. So, when the 3.7-incher finally hits the Canadian operator sometime in the next two months, that Googlefied ride could get even smoother. Continue reading HTC One V for Telus goes on the record with Sense 4.0 (video) HTC One V for Telus goes on the record with Sense 4.0 (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  MobileSyrup | Email this | Comments | | iPhone shipments overtake BlackBerry in Canada, RIM now runner-up in its hometown Mar 22nd 2012, 22:31 Heads up, RIM. The bad news train is coming to your backyard and only Mr. Heins can get you off the track. It appears not even local loyalties are enough to bolster the BlackBerry brand back into its former hometown glory. According to research provided by Bloomberg and IDC, Waterloo's Canadian prospects are dimming, as that chunk of revenue, which amounts to about seven percent of its total earnings, has begun to wither, putting the company in second place behind Apple. Last year alone, iPhone shipments in the region outstripped BlackBerry by nearly one million and its recently reported fiscal performance isn't helping to brighten the picture, either. With its 3rd quarter domestic sales down 23 percent and US revenue plummeting by almost half, the once prominent king of the smartphone sector has a long uphill battle ahead. For the company's sake, let's hope its annual BlackBerry World showcase, less than two months away, and anticipated BB 10 devices can turn its financial frown upside down. [Image credit via Life of an Architect] iPhone shipments overtake BlackBerry in Canada, RIM now runner-up in its hometown originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink  Electronista | Bloomberg | Email this | Comments | | Canon 5D Mark III hits US retailers, available in stores today Mar 22nd 2012, 22:13 Well, that didn't take long at all. Hours after our Canon 5D Mark III review went live, we've received word that the camera is already available for purchase, and if you happen to live in New York City and can make it to B&H before 7PM, you could even take one home today! A call to the retailer confirmed that there are just three kits available, each with a 25-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens in the box for $4,299. If you're looking for a body-only version, you'll need to hang tight, but if you don't mind splurging on the pricey duo, now would be the time to cancel those Thursday night dinner plans in favor of some low-light NYC shooting. Canon 5D Mark III hits US retailers, available in stores today originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | B&H | Email this | Comments | | US DOJ sues AT&T for improper IP Relay billing, alleges millions in false claims to FCC Mar 22nd 2012, 21:37  AT&T has violated the United States False Claims Act to the tune of "millions of dollars," according to a Department of Justice lawsuit filed this week. The DOJ alleges that the carrier intentionally neglected to authenticate users of the IP Relay service -- a tool utilized by hearing-impaired persons to type messages that communications assistants then read to callers. The service is also abused by individuals overseas to defraud U.S. businesses (think infamous Nigerian scams), which prompted the FCC to establish a law requiring telecom providers, including AT&T, to confirm the identity of registered users, which it apparently failed to do. This resulted in thousands of fraudulent users, representing some 95 percent of all calls, which AT&T received FCC payments for to the tune of $1.30 per minute. An AT&T spokesman was somewhat dismissive when speaking to the Associated Press, saying "as the FCC is aware, it is always possible for an individual to misuse IP Relay services, just as someone can misuse the postal system or an email account, but FCC rules require that we complete all calls by customers who identify themselves as disabled." But if the allegations are proven, there could be some pretty serious repercussions for Big Blue. DOJ PR is just past the break.
Continue reading US DOJ sues AT&T for improper IP Relay billing, alleges millions in false claims to FCC US DOJ sues AT&T for improper IP Relay billing, alleges millions in false claims to FCC originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink The Verge | Department of Justice | Email this | Comments | |
