Qualcomm Offers Single-Chip Linux (NewsFactor)   06 May 2005 17:48 GMT
NewsFactor - Qualcomm (Nasdaq: QCOM), maker of the Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) digital wireless technology, today announced support for Linux on the company's Mobile Station Modem (MSM) chipsets.
Source: Yahoo

Cities hook up in broadband battles   06 May 2005 15:46 GMT
Across the U.S., cities are planning tax-funded broadband networks. But they face fierce resistance from Bells and cable operators.
Source: ZDNet

Phone Vendor Becomes 'Virtual' Wireless Operator   06 May 2005 14:50 GMT
Low-cost mobile phone vendor Hop-on says it will become a "virtual" operator by selling its phones with pre-paid minutes provided by other wireless operators.
Source: Mobile Pipeline

In Brief: Dell offers Web-based LAN switches   06 May 2005 14:15 GMT
Dell is now shipping its new PowerConnect 2700 Series LAN switches that aim to simplify network connectivity for small and medium-size businesses. The Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switches offer advanced management features and scalability to meet future connectivity needs. The PowerConnect 2700 series can be deployed as unmanaged switches out of the box or converted to Web-managed switches with the press of a button. A Web-based interface reveals all the configuration parameters needed to set up and troubleshoot the switches. The series consists of the eight-port PowerConnect 2708, priced starting at $139; the 16-port PowerConnect 2716 priced at $269; and the 24-port PowerConnect 2724 for $369. 
Source: InfoWorld

Give palmOne Credit For Chutzpah   06 May 2005 14:13 GMT
PalmOne's new handheld likely will be have a hard drive, Wi-Fi and a high-res display. In other words, it's a re-definition of the PDA that people should love, but only if palmOne lowers the price so people will actually buy the thing.
Source: Mobile Pipeline

Toward Converging Wireless Voice, Multimedia   06 May 2005 13:14 GMT
An emerging specification will enable wireless users to combine and switch between voice and multimedia applications with little fuss.
Source: Mobile Pipeline

PalmOne PDA Reportedly To Have Hard Drive, Wi-Fi   06 May 2005 12:35 GMT
The new LifeDrive Mobile Manager will be available May 18, according to its Amazon.com listing, and online images support reports that it will have a hard drive and Wi-Fi support.
Source: Mobile Pipeline

Don't ground the teen, confiscate the mobile phone (Reuters)   06 May 2005 10:47 GMT
Reuters - Parents looking to grab a teenager's attention with a stiff punishment should confiscate their mobile phone.
Source: Yahoo

Intel, Sprint connect on WiMax   06 May 2005 04:20 GMT
Companies to jointly test emerging wireless broadband technology that may serve as third service option to cable and digital subscriber line.
Source: ZDNet

FCC denies SBC's request for price flexibility   06 May 2005 00:28 GMT
SBC won't have much freedom in setting prices for linking Internet calls to the phone network. But the FCC promises to revisit the topic soon.
Source: ZDNet