Though Microsoft curbed OEM’s abilities to customize Windows Phone 7, HTC is still finding ways to add its own, useful touches to the software. Most recently, the handset manufacturer updated its HTC Hub to include weather information on its live tile. This means that you’ll be able to glance at the Start screen and see …

Now playing: Watch this: Samsung Nexus S 3:55 The Nexus S is set to go on sale this Thursday, and Best Buy has released details about the launch of the Android 2.3 Gingerbread device. The Nexus S will be available starting at 8 a.m. ET on a first come, first served basis and will be limited to two per customer. …

As Kent German mentioned earlier, we’ve reviewed close to 200 mobile phones this year, and as 2010 draws to a close, we thought it’d be a good time to mention some of the highs and lows. We’ve already shown you our list of best and worst cell phones of 2010, and now it’s time to do the same for smartphones. …

After months of leaks and even a brief public appearance, Google and Samsung made it official and announced the Nexus S on Monday, the first smartphone to run Android 2.3. The Nexus S will be sold from Best Buy, both online and in stores, and will be available for purchase on December 16. You can buy it unlocked for $529 …

Bonnie Cha/CNET With some 175 handset reviews in the bag, we can tell you it’s been a pretty busy year for cell phones and smartphones. However, it hasn’t been all about devices. Several companies revamped their mobile operating systems, next-generation technologies were introduced, and there were even some scandals–all of which are sure to make for an interesting 2011. Before …

Saving the best for last? Well, we’ll have to see about that, but the Dell Venue Pro is finally available for purchase directly from Dell. The Windows Phone 7 device is available in two configurations: 8GB or 16GB. The former costs $99.99 with a two-year contract with T-Mobile or $449.99 without contract, and the latter goes for $149.99 and $499.99. …

Black Friday brings some amazing deals on tech gadgets, including cell phones and smartphones. However, there’s a lot to sort through, so to help make it easier, we’ve rounded up some of the hottest deals on handsets below. Some of these promotions are happening now or extend beyond Black Friday, so you don’t have to fight the crowds in order …

At a press conference this morning in New York, Acer introduced a number of new touch devices, including a very eye-catching Android smartphone that’s due out in April 2011. According to Acer, the yet-unnamed device has the “soul of a tablet” but the capabilities of a smartphone, with one of the hallmark features being its 4.8-inch, 1,024×480-pixel touch screen. The …

Samsung Mesmerize Sarah Tew/CNET Everyone wants to take advantage of the great Black Friday tech deals, but sometimes the thought of fighting the crowds is enough to make one stay home instead. Fortunately, for U.S. Cellular customers, the carrier is starting its holiday promotion early so you can beat the rush. Starting today, U.S. Cellular dropped the prices on its …

The Black Friday deals are coming in fast and furious, and now, T-Mobile has throw its hat into the ring with a new buy one, get one promotion for the annual post-Thanksgiving shopping extravaganza. Starting November 26, new and existing T-Mobile customers who purchase a featured smartphone and sign up for a two-year family plan will be able to get …