Articles by: David Murphy

China's a big market that Acer plans to tap in 2013

Acer launching six smartphones in 2013 (one, Windows 8)

By David Murphy published 5 September 12

Acer plans to push entry- and mid-level smartphones in China

Will Apple's iPhone 5 be the feather in Verizon's cap?

Analyst: iPhone 5 and LTE could boost Verizon over AT&T

By David Murphy published 1 September 12

But Verizon/AT&T iPhone predictions don't always pan out

Motorola to unveil Intel-powered phone Sept. 18

By David Murphy published 31 August 12

Intel's got a debut date for its Moto phone and starting talking of wireless charging capabilities on the horizon.

Samsung debuts two Slate PCs at IFA 2012

By David Murphy published 30 August 12

IFA 2012 The systems' configurations run from $649 to $1,199 and keep with the company's S-Pen theme.

Leaked Apple store manual reveals madness behind the genius

By David Murphy published 29 August 12

Empathy, "Fearless Feedback," and roleplaying are but a few takeaways from the leaked training handbook.

Google's final disclosure of paid relationships is short and relatively benign

Google discloses relationships with journalists, bloggers

By David Murphy published 28 August 12

Google-related commentators could have been more transparent

Tablet shipments to top 100M in 2012

By David Murphy published 25 August 12

Nearly 25 million tablets were shipped in 2Q 2012

Apple users want iPhone 5, Android could overtake smartphone market

By David Murphy published 24 August 12

One thing's for sure: no one wants a Facebook phone.

Last time around, Microsoft's Xbox 360 beta test filled up in hours

Microsoft opens beta test for IE-filled Xbox 360 update

By David Murphy published 22 August 12

Better hurry if you want to take part in the limited test!

Radio Shack said to be getting a no-contract HTC One V

Radio Shack to launch branded wireless service

By David Murphy published 22 August 12

Expect to see the new service launch on September 5.

Eye-tracking tablet wins FCC approval

By David Murphy published 21 August 12

TechRadar Pro

As for how Tobii Technology will handle "blink to click..."

Valve's Steam goes super-social, in limited beta test

By David Murphy published 17 August 12

Valve's updated Steam groups, friends, and user posts

Verizon aims for 400 4G LTE markets "in the near future"

Verizon adding 34 new 4G LTE markets, now at 371 in total

By David Murphy published 15 August 12

The company's miles ahead of AT&T's 50 or so 4G LTE markets.

IHS iSuppli: Apple dominates market in 2Q tablet shipments

By David Murphy published 15 August 12

However, Google has yet to join IHS iSuppli's statistics.

AT&T's pooled data plans come in plenty of configurations

AT&T launching new Mobile Share plans August 23

By David Murphy published 14 August 12

Costs per smartphone vary depending on your "pool's" size

Shrinking the Retina Display MacBook Pro

Rumored 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro resurfaces

By David Murphy published 11 August 12

New specs for an "unknown MacBook," believed to be a new Retina MacBook Pro, are revealed thanks to a benchmarking database.

Apple vs. Samsung: No South Korean verdict, higher juror pay

By David Murphy published 10 August 12

The multi-national battle between Samsung and Apple continue.

Facebook users to test new features

By David Murphy published 9 August 12

Engineering boss reveals that at any given time, a sector of the 955+ million Facebook community could be part of a new feature test...and won't even know it.

Judge orders Oracle, Google to disclose paid bloggers and journalists

By David Murphy published 8 August 12

Surprise move by Judge William Alsup to be watched closely.

Talking to your smartphone just got easier

Nuance debuts 'Nina,' a voice-recognition mobile assistant

By David Murphy published 7 August 12

Say goodbye to trigger words; Nina deciphers commands.

EA sues, claims Zynga copied "The Sims Social"

By David Murphy published 4 August 12

Zynga: EA's SimCity Social looks a lot like CityVille...

Apple lets buyers tweak Retina MacBook Pro at purchase

Apple Makes Retina MacBooks More Customizable

By David Murphy published 3 August 12

It's now a bit cheaper to trick out one's baseline (R)MBP

The world's second Jelly Bean tablet costs a cool $125

The Smart Tab 1: A budget Jelly Bean tablet

By David Murphy published 2 August 12

But if you're not in India, how do you buy one?

Controversy surrounds Apple's Grand Central retail store

Report alleges wheel-greasing for NYC Apple store

By David Murphy published 1 August 12

New York State Comptroller's office calls process by which Apple was awarded prime store location "not fair."

Microsoft's new touch-friendly devices for Windows 8

Microsoft unveils new Windows 8-themed mice and keyboards

By David Murphy published 31 July 12

Features include new gesture controls and tablet stands.