The Samsung Omnia II will soon be released at Verizon on December 2 for $200 on contract after a $100 mail-in rebate.

This should probably come as no surprise as the original was also with the big V, and so this Windows Mobile 6.5 will be in stiff competition with the Moto Droid.

Here’s a video of the Samsung Omnia II with AMOLED screen after the jump.

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Tags: Moto Droid, OMNIA, Samsung, Samsung, Samsung Omnia, Samsung Omnia II, Verizon, Windows Mobile

Those of you still playing with a Windows Mobile handset will be happy to know that Microsoft has decided to upgrade its Windows Mobile Marketplace. Starting today the store can be accessed from any browser not only from your mobile browser.

Other updates include enhanced security and anti-piracy measures not that we care too much about those. But the fact that the Marketplace can now be accessible from any browser and that apps can be downloaded a lot easier straight on your PC right now is definitely great news. Here’s what the official blog had to say about the new Marketplace:

While we’ve heard great feedback on the Marketplace experience on Windows phones, sometimes people just want the benefits of a shopping on a PC. Starting today, Windows phone customers can browse, buy and download applications online at the Windows Marketplace for Mobile site. The selected applications are delivered wirelessly to the customer’s Windows phone and install the next time the Windows Marketplace client runs on the device. This creates another way for customers to easily find and purchase applications and gives developers a whole new level of exposure.

How would you describe your Marketplace experience so far?

via windowsstreamblog

Tags: App Store, marketplace, microsoft, microsoft, Windows Mobile, Windows Mobile 6.5

In early September we learned that the HTC Touch2 would be hitting store shelves sometime in October which it has yet to do. Well, the latest reports suggest that the Windows Mobile powered device will be coming to Rogers.

There’s no other details regarding this release but our sources do suggest it will come in red and blue as shown above.

via electronista

Tags: Cell Phones, HTC, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Rogers, rumor, touch2, Windows Mobile

Reports have surfaced that the highly anticipated HTC HD2 is to be available soon in both the European and Asian markets.

Additionally, HTC has said that the Windows Mobile powered device will be making its way onto North American shelves sometime in early 2010. They didn’t say an exact carrier but they did let us know that it would be “a major US” one.

via htc

Tags: asia, Cell Phones, Europe, HTC, htc hd2, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Windows Mobile

Stop dreaming about an HTC HD2 capable to run Android. HTC will not make it for you as the company wants to give Windows Mobile a fighting chance. According to Peter Chou, HTC could make an HD2 smartphone running Android but it won’t as it wants to “get excitement about Windows Mobile back.” I estimate excitement to return sometime next year when Microsoft will launch the all-new Windows Mobile 7.

In the mean time we will focus on Android phones, iPhones and new BlackBerry handsets out there. Wouldn’t you agree? And don’t worry, HTC will launch new Android phones soon, even if they won’t look like the HTC HD2.

via Forbes

Tags: Android, BlackBerry, Google, hd2, HTC, HTC, iPhone, microsoft, microsoft, Mobile News, Research In Motion, Windows Mobile

Ever since the HTC HD2 first appeared as the HTC Leo last month Windows Mobile fans have anxiously awaited the device for its large touch screen and 1GHz Snapdragon processor.

Unfortunately you still can’t pick it up, but you can watch it get unboxed in the above video. But be warned, it’s a beautiful device and if you already can’t wait for it, watching it get unboxed will probably make that wait even harder.

via engadget

Tags: Cell Phones, HTC, htc hd2, htc leo, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, SnapDragon, Windows Mobile

Take a gander at this new Windows Phone ad that has been going around. Yes, it is disturbing to see gigantic humanoid versions of apps in this poor guy’s home, and I’m certain that if I saw those, I would run from my home screaming. The last thing I would be doing is holding up my Windows enabled Mobile phone and have them jubilantly come with me.

Yes, it is disturbing and confusing. Many have pointed out that there really isn’t a Windows phone, but a phone that supports Windows. The fact that it has the HTC Pure label on it is adding a little more confusion to the mix.

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Tags: Cell Phones, HTC, htc pure, microsoft, Mobile Software, windows, Windows 7, Windows Mobile, Windows Mobile 6.5, windows phone

Everyone that happens to own an iPhone, Android or webOS smartphone in the USA will be happy to notice that Google has decided to improve mobile search capabilities for these platforms. Users will be available to take advantage of search features similar to those found on the regular Google search engine version found on your PC. These new search options will definitely improve the quality of your results as you’ll be able to add various filters to your future searches. By using specific filters like “forums” or “time of day” you’ll be able to find the most relevant and most recent articles, news and even user opinion related to the topics, products or events that you happen to Google for while you’re on the move. Unfortunately, in case you own a Symbian of Windows Mobile smartphone you should consider either switching platforms or wait for Google to remember you exist too. The upgraded mobile search engine is available for now just for iPhone OS, Android and webOS handsets.

via the unwired

Tags: Android, Google, Google, iPhone, mobile search, software, symbian, webOS, Windows Mobile

HTC is one of my favorite cell phone makers right now. Their Android phones pop one after the other and they are definitely innovators when it comes to making Android smartphones and not only that you’d expect them to be pulling in some serious cash from this whole Android endeavor, right? Well it looks like they don’t bring in that much cash at all.

HTC has announced its Q3 financial results and it looks like they lost 18% compared to the same period of last year; that’s $179 million compared to $217 million last year. Let’s forget for a second that the worldwide financial crisis is affecting the way we buy stuff, cell phones included, and remember the fact that HTC is “the largest maker of phones using Microsoft Corp.’s operating system by shipments.” Is Windows Mobile bad for HTC? Should they make the definitive switch to Android?

via WSJ

Tags: Android, HTC, HTC, microsoft, Mobile News, Portable Devices, Report Financial, Windows Mobile

Today was a good day for Bing because the Microsoft search engine and Samsung have reached a deal, in which the Windows Mobile 6.5 will be featured on the Intrepid phone, via the voice-powered search.

In other words, users can simply press the “TellMe” button and speak whatever they want to search. Thanks to the technology used by Bing, your words are translated and the results are displayed on the device. At this time we don’t know if this application will be used in other devices besides Intrepid, but we certainly hope so because it is much easier to press a button and talk, than to press 20 keys to have the same result.

Tags: Bing, microsoft, Mobile Software, Samsung, Windows Mobile

Microsoft has launched today a new version of their operative system also known as Windows Mobile 6.5. This latest version will be launched with a couple of devices, such as the Ozone, Samsung Intrepid, Imagio, and the HTC Pure.

In terms of new features there is a premium package made for the people that tend to lose their cellphones a lot of times, it comes with a few interesting details such as locating it via GPS; deleting all the personal data; displaying a “if found” message on the screen; and make it ring loudly (even if in silent mode). The Marketplace for Windows Phones is another addition that many people will enjoy, because it gives the chance to buy applications made by registered developers. Lastly the Microsoft My Phone service is dedicated for backups.

Tags: microsoft, Mobile Software, Windows Mobile, Windows Mobile 6.5

Rumors surfaced yesterday that we would possibly be seeing the HTC Leo appear on O2 UK as the HTC HD2. Well, it seems part of those rumors are to be believed as Engadget has recently gotten their hands on the above photograph that shows that the handset will in fact be dropping on the carrier.

What’s even more interesting is that if you sign up for the correct 18-month contract you will be given the HTC Leo for free. Now all we need to do is hear of a North American carrier that will pick up the device as it is every Windows Mobile fanboy’s dream (if such a person exists).

Tags: Cell Phones, engadget, HTC, htc leo, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, o2 uk, Windows Mobile

Currently, Google Sync is only able to keep your Calender and Contacts updated, effectively leaving Gmail in the dark. Luckily, it was recently announced that the service will now allow for Gmail syncing as well, if you have an iPhone or Windows Mobile handset, that is.

To read more about the update including how you can activate Gmail syncing, head here.

Tags: calender, Cell Phones, Contacts, gmail, google sync, iPhone, iPhone, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Windows Mobile

Sony Ericsson Xperia line is about to get a new addition. The X3, which we also know under the name of Rachael, is supposed to be officially unveiled sometime early next year. By early we mean January of course, but that still needs to be confirmed by the manufacturer.

If this all proves to be true, what phone will you go for? The Windows Mobile X2 or the Android-powered X3? Current rumors imply that both phones will be available at the same time in January 2010 and we certainly hope that actually happens. Maybe it’s time Sony Ericsson got back in the game with some hot smartphones.

It’s game time again folks and the opposing forces are the Xperia X2 and the Xperia X3. What will you choose between WinMo and Android?

via mobilecrunch

Tags: Android, Mobile News, rachael, Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson, Windows Mobile, X2, x3, xperia

Ever wondered what an iPhone-like capacitive touchscreen would look like when coupled with a 1GHz Snapdragon processor? Well, now you can as PocketPT has recently put up a video showcasing the HTC Leo’s touchscreen capabilities which we’ve included for your viewing pleasure above.

While we don’t know exactly when the HTC Leo will be made available for purchase, its 4.3-inch capacitive touch screen, 5MP camera and 1GHz processor will definitely make it a more than viable competitor.

Tags: Capacitive, Cell Phones, HTC, htc leo, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, SnapDragon, Windows Mobile

Motorola unveils another rugged handheld device catered to serve the business and industrial sector, the Motorola MC950. As more businesses today are going mobile, the MC950 carries a whole bunch of features that include 3.5G WAN capabilities, a unique accessory system and better battery management.

The Motorola MC950 is equipped with the Marvell XScale PXA320@806 MHz processor and Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system and an enterprise-class GPS system that promises to cover various environmental conditions. It also carries a 3 megapixel auto-focus high resolution digital camera for capturing and scanning important images and documents as required.

The Motorola MC950 will be made available worldwide through Motorola partners and sales groups.

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Tags: accessory system, auto focus, battery management, Digital Camera, enterprise class, environmental conditions, GPS System, handheld device, high resolution, industrial sector, Marvell, megapixel, mhz processor, microsoft windows, mobile computer, Motorola, Motorola, motorola partners, operating system, wan capabilities, Windows Mobile

Well here’s some ridiculously vague information — It was recently made known that LG is gearing up to launch 3 unannounced, unspecced, uneverything’d Windows Mobile powered handsets sometime in the near future. It’s not official, but I think it’s safe to say all 3 of these devices will powered by Windows Mobile 6.5.

Furthermore, LG has plans to launch an additional 10 Windows Mobile powered handsets by the end of 2010. Unfortunately, right now, this is all we have to go by but considering the scale of this hardware lineup information is sure to leak sooner or later.

Update: It was actually announced that one of the first three handsets will be the full QWERTY keyboard touting GW550.

via engadget

Tags: 2010, Cell Phones, LG, LG, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Windows Mobile, Windows Mobile 6.5

It was recently made known that the HTC Snap is now available on Alltel for $79.99 after a $70 rebate and a 1-year contract.

For those not familiar with this phone it features Windows Mobile 6.1, WiFi, 3G, QWERTY keyboard, 2.0 mp camera with digital zoom, stereo Bluetooth, 256MB of built in storage and a microSD slot for up to 32GB of additional storage.

Tags: 2.0 megapixel, Alltel, Alltel, Cell Phones, HTC, htc snap, microsd, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Qwerty keyboard, stereo bluetooth, Windows Mobile

This was bound to happen sooner or later but we’re glad it happened now. AT&T will offer free access to its WiFi hotspots network to all Windows Mobile phones owners. That means you’ll be able to walk in a Starbucks coffee shop with a Windows Phone in your hand and check your mail or browse the Internet while you offer yourself a tasty treat.

AT&T has announced that September 14 is going to be the day when all Windows Mobile phone owners will be able to start enjoying those hotspots. The only thing AT&T asks of you is that you get an unlimited data plan or other qualifying data plan in order to take advantage of that free hotspots.

Besides Windows Mobile phones, iPhones and BlackBerry handsets already have access to AT&T’s hotspot network. Who’s going to be next?

via AT&T

Tags: At&T, At&T, BlackBerry, hotspots, iPhone, iPhone, microsoft, Mobile News, Other Brands, Research In Motion, starbucks, WiFi, Windows Mobile, Windows Phones

We knew it was coming since everyone else will also sell this handset but we didn’t know the date. Now we do! The HTC Touch Pro2 will be available in Sprint stores starting with September 8. And we have the price for it too. If you’re willing to spend $349.99 and get yourself a new 2-year Sprint contract you’ll be able to take home a brand new Windows Mobile phone from HTC. And when you get your budget in order for the big event make sure you think about that extra $100 you’ll have to pay since, as always, there’s a $100 mail-in rebate. So what do you say? Have you decided which carrier to approach for the HTC Touch Pro2?

via businesswire

Tags: HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Sprint, Sprint, Touch Pro2, Windows Mobile