News tagged with wireless phones

New gov't rules allow unapproved iPhone apps (Update 3)

(AP) -- Owners of the iPhone will be able to legally unlock their devices so they can run software applications that haven't been approved by Apple Inc., according to new government rules announced Monday.

Technology / Software

created Jul 26, 2010 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (25) | comments 9

Breakthrough could double wireless capacity with no new towers

The days of waiting for smartphones to upload video may be numbered. Rice University engineering researchers have made a breakthrough that could allow wireless phone companies to double throughput on their ...

Technology / Telecom

created Sep 06, 2011 | popularity 4.9 / 5 (23) | comments 19 | with audio podcast

Researchers develop new wireless technology for faster, more efficient networks

"Wireless communication is a one-way street. Over." Radio traffic can flow in only one direction at a time on a specific frequency, hence the frequent use of "over" by pilots and air traffic controllers, walkie-talkie ...

Technology / Engineering

created Feb 14, 2011 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (21) | comments 16 | with audio podcast

Guide to breaking cell phone security revealed

(AP) -- A German security expert has raised the ire of the cell phone industry after he and a group of researchers posted online a how-to guide for cracking the encryption that keeps the calls of GSM-standard cell phone users ...

Technology / Telecom

created Dec 30, 2009 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (14) | comments 1

Ambient electromagnetic energy harnessed for small electronic devices

(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers have discovered a way to capture and harness energy transmitted by such sources as radio and television transmitters, cell phone networks and satellite communications systems. ...

Technology / Engineering

created Jul 07, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (9) | comments 14 | with audio podcast

Bio-inspired computer networks self-organise and learn

(PhysOrg.com) -- Powerful computers made up of physically separate modules, self-organising networks, and computing inspired by biological systems are three hot research topics coming together in one European ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Feb 26, 2010 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (9) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Smart phones offer users a way to ditch pricey voice plans

Your monthly cell phone bill is way too expensive. No, it's not the fees or taxes or even text messages that are leaching your wallet. It's your voice plan.

Technology / Telecom

created Mar 17, 2010 | popularity 4.1 / 5 (9) | comments 1

4G wireless: It's fast, but outstripped by hype

(AP) -- Cell phone companies are about to barrage consumers with advertising for the next advance in wireless network technology: "4G" access. The companies are promising faster speeds and the thrill of being the first on ...

Technology / Telecom

created May 31, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (8) | comments 1

Review: Use power outlets as a Wi-Fi alternative

(AP) -- Setting up a Wi-Fi network at home has gotten much easier, yet the process can still be daunting. Or the wireless signal won't reach everywhere. A good alternative that has gotten little attention ...

Technology / Telecom

created Sep 02, 2009 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (7) | comments 0

Several antennas in one: A major innovation for mobile communications

(Phys.org) -- Scientists at EPFL have developed a single antenna that is capable of transmitting the same data as a two-antenna system. This achievement will be more than useful for future communication systems.

Technology / Engineering

created May 11, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (6) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Verizon Wireless Plans to Offer 4G Capability Next Year

(PhysOrg.com) -- In today's world, we want our information to travel faster. This is especially true as smart phones take over and we become used to using smaller devices to accomplish more while we are away ...

Technology / Telecom

created Sep 03, 2009 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (6) | comments 4 weblog

Review: Wireless charging lets you cut the cords

(AP) -- It's a pain to keep track of the chargers that go with cell phones, media players and other small electronics. It's even more annoying to stuff multiple power cords and adapters in your bag when you ...

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Oct 07, 2009 | popularity 2.6 / 5 (9) | comments 3

Droid X takes the gloves off

For the last few years, the question with each launch of a new smart phone was: Is this the iPhone killer?

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Jun 24, 2010 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (5) | comments 3

Looks can't kill but might control your phone

(AP) -- The advent of wireless headsets has led to the sometimes confusing sight of people who look like they're talking to themselves, until you realize they're on a phone call.

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Feb 17, 2010 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (6) | comments 0

Robotic cell phones express emotions (w/ Video)

(PhysOrg.com) -- Ji-Dong Yim and Chris Shaw, scientists in Simon Fraser University's School of Interactive Arts and Technology (SIAT), are the proud parents of a robotic cell phone family that can walk, dance ...

Electronics / Robotics

created May 04, 2010 | popularity 4.2 / 5 (5) | comments 3 | with audio podcast