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T-Mobile Needs MetroPCS, And More
By Joe Arico
Deutsche Telekom is in talks to merge T-Mobile with MetroPCS, but T-Mobile will need more than spectrum to keep up with Verizon and AT&T.
AT&T to Expand Spectrum With Qualcomm
By Joe Arico
The Federal Communications Commission approved AT&T's purchase of spectrum from Qualcomm, giving the carrier a boost after its failed merger with T-Mobile.
Sprint Looks to Possible T-Mobile Merger
By Lorien Crow
Sprint, which negotiated with T-Mobile prior to AT&T's deal, may seek to reignite merger talks, as the two beleaguered carriers look to combine forces in an increasingly-fierce market.
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T-Mobile Needs MetroPCS, And More
Thu May 10, 2012 11:33 am | By Joe Arico
Deutsche Telekom is in talks to merge T-Mobile with MetroPCS, but T-Mobile will need more than spectrum to keep up with Verizon and AT&T.
In Brief: Facebook Buys Instagram for $1 Billion
Mon Apr 09, 2012 3:10 pm | By Kat Asharya
Facebook is buying photo-sharing service Instagram for $1 billion in cash and Facebook shares, a powerful combination that will boost momentum for both services.
Apple Buys Chomp to Boost App Store's Edge
Fri Feb 24, 2012 11:52 am | By Janet Maragioglio
Apple plans to acquire Chomp, an app search and discovery company, to revamp its App Store and stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Google to Replace Motorola CEO
Thu Feb 23, 2012 3:59 pm | By Janet Maragioglio
Google is set to replace Motorola Mobility CEO Sanjay Jha, promoting from within to foster unity between the two companies as the deal gets ready to close.
Ericsson Leans on Wi-Fi to Manage Network Traffic
Tue Feb 21, 2012 2:35 pm | By Janet Maragioglio
Ericsson's agreement to buy Wi-Fi technology firm BelAir Networks hints at plans to integrate Wi-Fi in mobile devices, as a way to conserve wireless spectrum and gain a competitive edge.
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AT&T Rejoins Spectrum Race, Aims for Smaller Carriers
Thu Feb 16, 2012 12:38 pm | By Melissa Daniels
AT&T is taking another swing at spectrum acquisition, looking into picking up smaller networks as carriers seek ways to secure ever-depleting spectrum.
U.S. Approves Google-Motorola Deal, But Warns Against Patent Abuse
Tue Feb 14, 2012 12:42 pm | By Kate Knibbs
Google's Motorola purchase received U.S. approval, but government regulators will watch closely to prevent patent abuses, curtailing Google's new-found power.
Google's Move Into Hardware Gains Momentum
Mon Feb 13, 2012 4:24 pm | By Kate Knibbs
Google's strategic expansion into hardware got a major push as its planned Motorola acquisition gained E.U. approval.
Google-Motorola Deal Wins EU Approval, But Patent Concerns Persist
Mon Feb 13, 2012 4:10 pm | By Janet Maragioglio
European regulators today approved Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility, but the search giant must use its newly enhanced patent library with caution to stay in regulators' favor.
Google-Motorola Deal to Change Industry Alliances
Thu Feb 09, 2012 3:20 pm | By Melissa Daniels
U.S. regulators are close to approving Google's $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola, putting the Android maker one step closer to forming a partnership that may change alliances in the industry.
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Sony Renews Mobile Push After Ericsson Buyout
Tue Jan 31, 2012 10:15 am | By Janet Maragioglio
Sony is a step closer to a renewed push into the mobile market, after the European Union approved its joint venture buyout of Ericsson.
AT&T Boosts T-Mobile with Spectrum Transfer
Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:21 am | By Joe Arico
AT&T will transfer $1 billion in spectrum to T-Mobile, bolstering its would-be partner after the failed merger attempt.
Twitter Acquires Summify to Boost News Feed
Thu Jan 19, 2012 3:45 pm | By Lorien Crow
Twitter acquired news start-up Summify, to help boost its content in a competitive social network arena.
Nokia Snaps Up OS for Feature Phones
Fri Jan 06, 2012 2:47 pm | By Joe Arico
Nokia purchased another mobile operating system, as the company adds another tool to succeed in the low-end market.
AT&T to Expand Spectrum With Qualcomm
Fri Dec 23, 2011 12:25 pm | By Joe Arico
The Federal Communications Commission approved AT&T's purchase of spectrum from Qualcomm, giving the carrier a boost after its failed merger with T-Mobile.
