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AT&T’s GoPhone prepaid service adds 4G support

iPhone owners will finally be able to tap into all the benefits of AT&T’s prepaid GoPhone plan. As of Friday, GoPhone customers who activate an iPhone will be able access data over the network. The same holds true for those who activate other 4G devices as GoPhone now supports AT&T’s 4G LTE and HSPA+ networks. …

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HTC One ‘Google Edition’ in the works

HTC is planning to take a page out of Samsung’s book by launching a “Google Edition” of its One smartphone. That’s the word, at least, from unidentified sources for Geek.com, who claim that HTC is planning to launch its flagship handset, the One, with a stock version of Android 4.2.2. The current model available to customers is running an HTC-modified …

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How to root the HTC One

The HTC One is a massively popular phone right now — so popular that its manufacturer is struggling to keep up with demand. Should you be lucky enough to own this blisteringly fast Android powerhouse, then you’ve no doubt already marvelled at its terrific screen, punchy stereo speakers and solid build quality. If all of the One’s built-in features are …

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Samsung Galaxy Young is a 3.3

The Samsung Galaxy Young, a 3.3-inch budget blower, is the latest guilelessly named addition to Samsung’s sprawling Galaxy range and it’s out in the UK this weekend. It’s a significant step up from last year’s Galaxy Y, which also stood for Young — maybe Samsung felt that was too subtle for Britain’s youth and has been forced to spell it …

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HTC One Google edition with stock Android due ‘in two weeks’

A new version of the HTC One with stock Android rather than HTC’s Sense software will be announced in the next two weeks and available in the summer, according to “multiple sources” quoted by Geek’s Russell Holly, who correctly predicted the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S4 Google edition. That tallies with reports earlier this week that influential HTC developer …

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Verizon Cloud adds online storage for iOS devices

iPhone and iPad owners can now use Verizon Cloud to back up key information from their devices. The cloud-based system debuted late last month for Verizon subscribers using specific Android devices. As of yesterday, an app is also available for iOS users. Owners of Samsung’s Galaxy S4 and HTC’s Droid DNA can also now access Verizon Cloud through its Android …

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Google may build wireless networks in emerging markets, WSJ says

Google’s bid to connect everyone to the Internet may have it entering the wireless service business. The company is looking at building cellular networks and offering service to emerging markets such as sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, according to The Wall Street Journal. Citing anonymous sources, WSJ reported that the networks would be available outside of big cities, where service …

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How Xbox One opens the door for the next Apple TV

Imagine this. It’s 2014. Apple has gathered everyone together for a special event. As Tim Cook presents, he says, “Today we’re introducing three revolutionary new products. The first one is a cable box. The second one is a revolutionary streaming-media device. The third is a new way to play games on your TV. So, three things: a cable box, a …

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Sky gets broadband boost in £49m Virgin Media fibre deal

Sky broadband is getting a serious capacity boost, thanks to — of all people — Virgin Media. Sky’s capacity to handle Internet traffic will increase in the next five years in the multimillion-pound deal. The £49 million deal between BSkyB and Virgin Media’s business arm links Virgin’s speedy fibre optic network with Sky’s own broadband network and unbundled local exchanges. …

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