Matt Hamblen

Aruba announces cloud-based Wi-Fi management service

Aruba Networks announced a new Aruba Central cloud-based management service for Wi-Fi networks that could be valuable to companies with branch operations, schools and mid-sized networks where IT support is scarce.

T-Mobile could see more gains from iPhone 5S and 5C sales

T-Mobile US remains the nation's fourth largest carrier, but stands to gain ground from sales of the new iPhone 5S and 5C.

BlackBerry responds to Gartner's call for clients to ditch BB products

BlackBerry this weekend defended its ability to continue serving enterprise customers with smartphones and secure mobile management software, responding to a Gartner report recommending that its corporate clients stop using the Canadian vendor's products.

Update: Gartner tells IT shops that it's 'game over' for BlackBerry

Respected analyst firm Gartner is set to recommend that all BlackBerry enterprise customers find alternatives to the struggling vendor's smartphones and enterprise management software over the next six months.

New Kindle Fire HDX's tech support button could push IT to yell 'Mayday!'

With the tap of a button on any of the new Kindle Fire HDX tablets, Amazon promises that a frustrated user can get free tech support and tips from a live agent via video, hopefully within 15 seconds.

New Verizon broadband router supports data and voice

Verizon Wireless today announced a new broadband router that works over its LTE network and allows voice and data connectivity for the home or small business.

Kindle Fire HDX tablets show big push for business users

Amazon Wednesday unveiled two Kindle Fire HDX tablets with features that indicate a clear attempt to attract business users to the platform.

BlackBerry Messenger for Android, iPhone delayed

BlackBerry said it will be at least next week until it relaunches the BlackBerry Messenger service for Android and iOS.

AT&T exec urges faster FCC review of plan to retire wired networks

AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson Tuesday urged the FCC to move faster in reviewing the carrier's request to move to an all-IP, all wireless network nationwide.

What's next for BlackBerry?

The group trying to buy BlackBerry for $4.7 billion could break up the company, wiping out its smartphone division while preserving BlackBerry's secure network services used by large enterprises. But one analyst said he hopes that's not the case.

Microsoft's latest Surface tablets don't dazzle industry analysts

Microsoft's second-generation Surface tablets didn't dazzle analysts on Monday, even with improved processor speeds, better cameras and longer battery life.

In another blow, Blackberry suspends Messenger rollout for iPhone, Android

BlackBerry suspended the initial rollout of BlackBerry Messenger to iPhone and Android over the weekend in another blow to the phone maker following a week of bad news.

iOS 7, new iPhones may help Apple in the enterprise

Much of what Apple offers enterprise workers and their IT departments in the new iPhone 5s and 5c comes by virtue of its new mobile operating system, iOS 7, which became available with the new smartphones last week. Insider (registration required)

Early iPhone customers clamor for new colors, fingerprint sensor, better camera

Thousands of people waited in line to buy the new iPhone 5S or 5C at stores in cities around the globe on Friday. Even in Harrisonburg, Va., a college town of about 60,000, there were lines to buy the new iPhones outside the AT&T and Verizon Wireless stores.

Google Wallet now works with iOS devices

Google Wallet is now available as an app for the first time on iOS 6 and iOS 7 devices.

Mobile app download tally will soar above 102B this year

Mobile apps continue to be a major driver of the smartphone and tablet ecosystem and are a big reason people purchase and use those devices.

Amazon redesigns Kindle app for iOS 7, adds Collections

The Amazon Kindle for iOS update is optimized for iOS 7, and shares many of the flat design features central to Apple's latest mobile OS.

BlackBerry messaging service rolls out to Android and iPhone this weekend

Amid rumors of layoffs and a possible sale of the company, BlackBerry today announced some good news: its popular BBM messaging service will be available for Android and iPhone devices this weekend.

Layoffs coming to BlackBerry could reach 40%

BlackBerry said it will continue to take steps to optimize its business, following a report that up to 40% of its 12,700 employees will lose their jobs by year's end.

BlackBerry announces Z30 smartphone with 5-in. display and large battery

BlackBerry today announced the Z30 smartphone with a 5-in. display and a larger battery for 25 hours of mixed usage.