Despite the failures of earlier devices, rumors have surfaced that Facebook is allegedly working on their own brand of smartphone that will integrate heavily with the social network. HTC is rumored to be the manufacturer, which means the phone will likely run a modified Android kernel as its operating system. HTC is a logical choice, since they use their own modified version of Android (SenseUI) in its devices running Android’s operating system.

The main benefit of the phone is that if created, it’s possible that it could serve up Facebook apps in the form of HTML5. This means highly popular games like FarmVille and Mafia Wars could find their way into the mobile marketplace and could potentially only be available for those who own the rumored Facebook phone. With a highly modified version of Android similar to what both Amazon and Barnes & Noble have done with their respective tablets, it’s possible that the Facebook phone, dubbed “Buffy”, could succeed in a niche market composed of power-Facebook users.

Of course, when asked by Mashable, neither Facebook nor HTC would comment on the rumors that surround the mysterious phone. Given the course of current HTC phones, it’s likely that the phone will be in candy bar form and will feature nVidia Tegra 2 graphics in order to process the graphics-heavy applications that are available on Facebook. With no further details, the Facebook phone is an unconfirmed rumor until HTC or Facebook decides to release more information.

Now, many have asked why Facebook should make a phone when some surveys have shown that only 7% of users would be interested in a phone made by Facebook but if you do digging on the subject you will see “Why Not?” is the more common answer.  With Windows mobile phones about to gain ground and Google Android phones likely to have Google+ communication built in, if Facebook doesn’t partner to make their own phones they could lose market share in the mobile space.  Also Facebook is looking to branch out and make themselves a portal to get to anything else on the web, their application integration space is still among the largest and greatly exceeds Google+ applications.

So what do you think, would you buy a Facebook phone?  Is there a market for it?

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Given the fact that most Android smartphones have similar apps, hardware is the only segment in which manufacturers can innovate and shock consumers. Not to be left behind, LG has launched its dual-screen delight, LG DoublePlay in a bid to push the industry standards. The T-Mobile powered LG DoublePlay uses Android 2.3.4 (better known as Android Gingerbread) and an upgrade path to Android 4.0 (or Ice Cream Sandwich) is unclear as of now. Irrespective of the OS upgrade availability, the LG DoublePlay’s decent screen size, high resolution display, and single-core 1GHz processor make it suitable for work as well as entertainment.

The DoublePlay offers a quad-band GSM support with dual-band 4G UMTS/HSPA+. The 1.5Ah lithium-ion based battery is expected to last for 3.3 hours of talk time and over 10 days in standby mode. As compared to other smartphones, the LG DoublePlay is slightly heavier and thicker due to an actual pull-out keyboard, which however makes it more comfortable to use. The DoublePlay has 1GB of inbuilt memory extendable with microSD cards up to 32GB.
As the name suggests the LG DoublePlay is named after the unique dual screen feature. While the primary display, which is relatively small, only a 3.5-inch screen with low-res (480 pixels by 320 pixels) and secondary 2-inch display (320 pixels by 240 pixels) in the slide-out QWERTY keyboard are individually unimpressive, together they enable to user to focus on the primary app while having another screen for shortcuts to other apps . Other than the major apps, the secondary screen is also used by sub-sets of complex events like the Calendar app.
The secondary screen splits the pull-out keyboard in two and despite early apprehensions makes for better typing habits using both hands. For those more comfortable with on-screen typing, a SWYPE gesture based shortcut is also available.

The LG DoublePlay™ comes with a decent 5MP camera for still photos and 720p HD video recording. With an inbuilt flash, zoomed-in as well as macro (magnification = 1) shots are greatly enhanced. The DoublePlay offers Bluetooth, USB and Wi-Fi 4G hotspot and also supports voice calls routed through WiFi networks, referred to as WiFi calling.
The LG DoublePlay dual screen smartphone is currently available for $99.99 only along with a 2-year contract with T-Mobile.

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I have been paying around $150 per month for my current cell phone plan for over a year, so it didn’t need to take 10 Good Reasons for me realize I was paying to much and getting too little in return.  When I first saw that Net10 offers an unlimited plan for $50 a month which includes Unlimited talk, in and outbound text messages, and data I started reading the fine print to see if there were other limits or hidden gotcha’s.

I could find nothing in the fine print that made me thing the contract wasn’t exactly what you would expect when you see the word unlimited.  There were no bandwidth caps, no hidden charges, nor anything else.  They provide more minutes in a month than there actually are in a month and each minute of data usage counts as a talk minute.

Is your cell contract about to come up?  Take a moment and see the Light by reading what Net10 offers, there is no contract, no credit checks and all the great android based phones or Nokia phones you want are available to choose from.  There is even a special International Neighbors Program which gives you a separate phone number for Canada and Mexico so your friends and relatives can call you at numbers local to their country if they reside in our neighboring states.

In addition to their $50 per month Unlimited Plan, Net10 offers an Easy Minutes Plus plan where you pay $15 and get 200 minutes.  This plan has no monthly billing and your unused minutes roll each month.  Net10 allows you to switch back and forth between plans without any fee’s, so if you think you will only use a few hours of talk one month, drop your plan down for the month and raise it the next month to save yourself some extra money.

Here are 10 good reasons why you should consider using Net10 as your next Cell Phone provider:

Net10 is so confident you will love their cell phone plan they asked for real NET10 customer testimonials and started compiling them all over YouTube.

Net10 has more information and encourages readers to join NET10 on Twitter or Net10 on Facebook.

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Sonium XP 1300 Core

The Sonim may not be as well-known as the iPhone, but it is definitely known among users that look for rugged phones. It has been branded as one of the most durable phones on the market. It has received lots of online reviews, and most of them cover the waterproof features that this phone has. It has even been stated that this phone is certified as a device that passes military standards. This means that the phone can withstand fog, salt, shock, and vibration tests.

It may not feature heavy like many of the other Android and iPhones on the market, but it can withstand lots of different environments. This is why it continues to sell. It may not be on every cell phone owner’s radar, but it is definitely a valuable commodity for people that work outdoors.

Samsung Explorer

Solid Extreme - Does what it says

There is no doubt that all cell phone carriers know about Samsung phones. The company produces a plethora of phones for their customer base. They are one of the few companies that have a Samsung phone for each of the major cell phone carriers. Lots of people are purchasing the Samsung Fascinate and the Samsung Captivate, but Samsung also offers a phone that is ideal for rugged work and play.
The Explorer is very basic, but it has been marketed as a phone for users that like outdoor activities. This means that the phone can survive in lots of strenuous situations. It’s robust and easy to grip. The Explorer is also designed to withstand extreme temperatures and submersion. These features have helped the Samsung Explorer meet military standards.

Motorola Adventure

Great for Adventure ..Just like its called

Motorola has been sluggish in the cell phone industry, but they are still making a name for themselves with the Motorola Adventure phone. The company has marketed this phone as a heavy duty phone for a variety of tasks. The original ads for this phone display men in hard hats utilizing the phone for work purposes. It has received great reviews that verify that it is one of the best rugged phones on the market.

Rugged & Reliable

All three of these phones meet rigorous military standards, and this is important for those that need a phone and to find a phone number in extreme conditions. They may be basic in design, but they are sturdy. For many consumers this is all that really counts.

Sonim Rugged Unlocked GSM Phone with Built in gps navigation and 2 Mega Pixel Camera (Black)

Wireless Phone Accessory

• $499.00 List Price
• $199.00 at Amazon.com

Product Description Sonim Ruggedized Handset- Black Unlocked GSM Cell Phone - Tri-Band 850/1800/1900; Built in GPS; Ruggedized Handset for Extreme Work or Play.... Read more

 

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The way it works is fairly simple.  The CDYNE SMS Notify! API is a 2-way International SMS Gateway that sends text messages directly to your cell phone carrier.  This makes it a cost efficient way of sending out a single reminder or serveral reminders at once.  Using an extremely simple application, you can enter the phone numbers that you would like to send the notifications too and add the event, time, and date, or whatever other important information you see fit.  No more will I forget that that plants will need watering at 7PM Tuesday evening!

SMS Notify! is not just for reminders, though.  Those of us in the political field could send out reminders to vote, school administrators could advise parents of an emergency or school events, church leaders could remind their patrons of the time and location of their next fundraiser event.  The list can really go on and on about the possibilities of a service such as this.  A very simple concept with endless capabilities.  Head on over to their site and try out the live demo and see first hand how the application works and once you’ve decided to really give it try, get a trial key and get 50 free notifications.  It’s an awesome service and definitely worth a try.  Later!

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