Networking World: iPhone Patent Suit; Open Networks Have Lots To Prove

TechWeb Mobile & Wireless Update - Monday, Aug 6, 2007

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*Laser Printers Linked To Health Risk
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*Smart Parking Meters Call Drivers, Give Pay-By-Phone Option
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj20EO

*Apple Hit With iPhone Patent Suit From Disgraced Doc
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj30EP

*Down To Business: The Sky Isn't Falling When It Comes To U.S. Broadband
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj40EQ

*FCC's Open Access Rules Fall Short Of A Wireless Revolution
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj50ER

*Our Take: Open Networks Still Have A Lot To Prove
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj60ES

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Laser Printers Linked To Health Risk
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A study classified 17 out of 62 printers as "high particle
emitters" because they released so much toner powder into the air.

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Linux Vs. Mac: Which Is The Better Alternative To Microsoft Windows?
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If you're a Vista-wary Windows user who would rather switch than
fight, should you move to a Linux distro or Apple's OS X? We
asked a Mac fan and a Linux advocate to lead a guided tour of
each OS.

The Ultimate Search Engine
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Google, Microsoft, Yahoo and others are developing
next-generation technologies that automate and personalize
information search.

Ubuntu Linux Vs. Windows Vista: The Battle For Your Desktop
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FKPz0E3
Is Linux finally ready to take on Windows as a desktop OS? We
tried out both Vista and Ubuntu on individual PCs to see which
works better. Here's who won.

Quad-Core Processor Buyer's Guide 2007
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With Intel's Core 2 Quad family here, and AMD's Phenom desktop
quad-core chips coming later this year, here's a handy guide to
processor choices and specs, as well as hints on where to find bargains.

DoS Attack Feared As Storm Worm Siege Escalates
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj80EU
The massive Storm worm attack has built a botnet of 1.7 million
computers -- large enough to unleash a highly damaging
denial-of-service attack, researchers fear.

(Updates From Over The Air)

Nokia Jumps From Apple's Bed To Microsoft's Bed
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkl0EN
Just last week, Nokia released a new media transfer beta program
for Mac computers. Today, it announced a new PlayReady DRM
licensing agreement with Microsoft. Looks like Nokia is playing
both sides of the fence ahead of its music-themed launch in
London later this month.

Business Users Don't Feel The Love From Wireless Carriers
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkm0EO
According to a new study from In-Stat, business users change
wireless carriers more often than regular consumers. Why? It's
simple. They don't get enough attention from their carriers.

Why AdMob Rocks The Mobile Ad Market And Google Doesn't
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkn0EP
As I completed my daily roundup of the mobile blogosphere, I
noticed a post on Russell Beattie's Weblog about AdMob. Beattie
sent out mad props to AdMob for hitting a new record: over five
billion mobile ad impressions served. How on earth did AdMob do it?

Mobile Phones As Artistic Tools?
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQko0EQ
Has the mobile phone come far enough to be its own artistic tool
or medium? The Betty K Mix Studio thinks so, and recently
conducted an artistic experiment with 25 painters to create a
collective piece of artwork with mobile phones.

Mobile TV: A Huge Failure?
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The sound of white noise coming from England is deafening.
Several months ago, Over the Air reported that mobile TV services
were not taking off as expected in the U.K. A new article in the
Guardian practically sounds the death knell and says that fewer
than 1% of Brits have signed up. Cue "For Whom The Bell Tolls"?

In-Stat: Handset Biz Headed For Major Shake Up
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkq0ES
Like it or not, technology is an important part of our everyday
lives. As we come to rely on it more and more for the little
things (like remembering to attend meetings or pick up the kids
from soccer practice), how we interact with it becomes
increasingly vital. And that is set to change.

Nokia Sells 101M Mobile Phones In 2Q07, Including 1.5M N95s
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkr0ET
In case you forgot, the N95 "multimedia computer" sells for $750.
In addition to its brisk N95 sales, Nokia also sold 2 million E
series devices, which are its business-class smartphones, and
another 7.5 million of its N series multimedia devices. Turns out
there is an appetite for expensive phones, after all.

Yes, Virginia, Google Is Building A Mobile Phone
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Yesterday I pointed out that the Google Phone has returned to the
rumor mill. This morning The Wall Street Journal reported that
Google is working on a cell phone but has declined to comment on
the project. Looks like this dog will hunt.

Is The Google Phone Dead Or Alive?
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Unstrung editor Dan Jones today pointed out that Google is hiring
for lots of wireless and mobile positions. One of those job ads
is for a candidate with "a thorough understanding of the mobile
vertical - both from a carrier and a handset OEM perspective."
Why does Google need to hire someone with knowledge of handset
manufacturers?

Learn Web Site Analytics From Capt. Kirk And The Enterprise
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What can Capt. Kirk and the original Star Trek TV series teach us
about Web analytics? Quite a bit, actually.

Can Execs Disconnect From The Office While On Vacation?
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkt0EV
Um. Nope. According to a recent study by The Ladders, nearly 80%
of all executives plan to take a vacation this summer. While
fully one-third said they'd refrain from checking in at all, just
over half said they'd touch base with the office periodically
when on vacation.

Apple Issues iPhone Security Update
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQku0EW
After hackers recently pointed out some vulnerabilities in the
iPhone's browser, Apple must have set right to work to get them
patched. Today, it made the first security update for the iPhone available.

I Loved My iPhone But I Had To Return It
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQbm0EF
As you may recall, I finally snagged an iPhone a few weeks ago.
At the time, I was less than pleased with my experience. I had
problems syncing my iPhone with my PCs. Many of you wrote in with
some advice on how to better connect my Jesus-phone with my
laptop and desktop. While I appreciated your help, it wasn't
enough. After 10 days, I returned my iPhone.

Google Almost Gets What It Wants From The FCC
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQb10EF
The FCC set the ground rules today for the upcoming 700-MHz
auction. While Google didn't get everything it asked for -- the
FCC made progress toward opening up spectrum but stopped short of
real open network access -- it came pretty close.

Amp'd Mobile Subscribers Get Reprieve. Sort Of.

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Amp'd Mobile is still leaving the building, but Prexar Mobile has
offered to step in and take over Amp'd's subscribers. Subscribers
will be able to transition their service from Amp'd to Prexar by
visiting Prexar's Web site and filling out some forms. Is this
good news?

Foonz Offers Free Conference Calls To The Little Guy
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FP7t0Ec
Not all cell phones offer the ability to make conference calls on
the fly, but a new service from foonzMobile lets anyone initiate
a conference call for free. How well does it work?

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Samsung To Boost Chip Production After Disruption
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkA0Ee
Samsung Electronics said on Monday it would crank up output to
meet its monthly targets after a chip plant power outage last
week as it moved to calm fears over supplies.

Market Analysis: Holistic Application Performance Management
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkB0Ef
We kick off our APM Rolling Review with a guide to selecting a
suite. Hint: Agents aren't the only gotcha.

U.K. Firms Pull Facebook Ads Over Political Fears
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkC0Eg
Three leading companies have pulled advertising from social
network site Facebook over concerns that their ads were appearing
next to a far-right British political party's content.

(Mobile News of the Week)

Smart Parking Meters Call Drivers, Give Pay-By-Phone Option
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj20EO
PhotoViolationMeter calls drivers to warn them that the meter is
running out of time and provides a pay-by-phone option to refill
the meter.

Apple Hit With iPhone Patent Suit From Disgraced Doc
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj30EP
A Des Moine, Iowa, surgeon charges that the touch keyboard on the
computer maker's iPhone PDA violates a patent he holds through a
company called SP Technologies.

Down To Business: The Sky Isn't Falling When It Comes To U.S. Broadband
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj40EQ
We have a way to go still, and much to prove, especially in
wireless, but the free market is producing considerable advances.

FCC's Open Access Rules Fall Short Of A Wireless Revolution
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj50ER
Even if a more open network gets built, businesses likely
wouldn't feel the impact for years.

Our Take: Open Networks Still Have A Lot To Prove
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQj60ES
The debate has been interesting, from the ideas to the players.
But real-world implementation will be difficult.

American Airlines, AirCell Plan In-Flight Wi-Fi
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkD0Eh
Passenger testing will be conducted on American Airlines' fleet
of Boeing 767-200 aircraft.

Google Spending Hundreds Of Millions On Mobile
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQZX0Ek
Google has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in its cell
phone project and is courting U.S. and European mobile operators,
The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.

Apple iPhone Being Sized for Voice Interface
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkE0Ei
Apple's rationale for a voice-driven interface is easy to
understand: Interfaces for portable devices demand attention and
they're not always easy to read.

Samsung Beats Motorola For No. 2 Spot In Handset Shipments
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkF0Ej
IDC noted that Samsung shipped 37.4 million units in the quarter
for a market share of 13.7%, fueled in large part by its Ultra
Special devices.

Higher Net Income, Increased Market Share For Nokia
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkG0Ek
Despite the second quarter good news, the handset maker indicated
it is still struggling with its Nokia Siemens wireless
infrastructure business.

iPhone Buyers Were Ill-Informed About Battery, Lawyer Argues
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOq0Ey
In a letter to Steve Jobs, the Consumer Protection Board in New
York also sided with consumers who have to mail their iPhone back
to Apple to replace the battery for $79, plus a shipping fee.

FCC: Gentlemen, Start Your Checkbooks
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOr0Ez
In shaping the 700 MHz spectrum auction, Google has shown
political savvy beyond its years. But is driving U.S. carriers to
embrace device independence an impossible dream?

Qwest Reports Income Gains As CEO Paves The Way For New Leader
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOe0Em
Second-quarter income more than doubles over the previous year's,
to $246 million.

Apple Issues Giant Patch Release; Fixes iPhone At Eleventh Hour
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOs0E1
Apple was racing the clock when it released patches for iPhone
bugs that researchers are planning to discuss at the BlackHat
conference on Thursday.

Richard Clarke: Computers Are Best Friend Of Progress, And
Security Its Worst Enemy
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOg0Eo
The former federal counterterrorism adviser tells security pros
at the Black Hat USA conference that continuing to build more of
the global economy on cyberspace as it exists today is dangerous business.

FCC Airwave Auction Rules Praised For Supporting Openness
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkH0El
However, the commission faces criticism from business and
consumer groups for neglecting wholesale licensing and other
broadband access issues.

Lufthansa, T-Mobile Eye Internet Access For Long Flights
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQFh0Eg
Luxembourg satellite operator SES Global and ViaSat also are
involved in discussions that could lead to the implementation of
Internet service in Lufthansa's planes.

Aruba Boasts iPhone Support
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQDL0EC
If there was any doubt that sharp competition and jostling for
positioning occurs in the enterprise WLAN market today, Aruba's
announcement regarding compatibility with the Apple iPhone
removed any traces.

Intel Sees 2008 As Breakout Year For WiMax
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQFw0Ev
Intel's carrier partners Sprint Nextel and Clearwire plan to
offer the technology as a wireless broadband alternative to the
3G cellular networks.

Google, Others Mull Next Steps In Race For 700 MHz
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOj0Er
The rules, which are expected to be published within a few weeks,
immediately drew praise from some quarters and scorn from others.

FCC Sets Airwaves Auction Rules, Requires Access
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FP7h0EQ
The winner of valuable wireless airwaves the U.S. government
plans to sell by early next year would have to permit consumers
to connect using any device or software, U.S. regulators decided Tuesday.

Aruba Certifies Apple iPhone For Enterprise
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQOl0Et
Aruba said it tested the iPhone's WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK
security, roaming, VPN connections, and portal authentication
combined with public shared key encryption.

Alcatel-Lucent's Quarterly Results Are Down
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQZS0Ef
The company reported a net loss of 336 million Euros ($460.3
million) in its second quarter, including a 3.6% drop in revenue.

Poll: Internet Explorer, iPod, Windows 95 Among Most Influential
Tech Products
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQFm0El
Microsoft products captured four of the top five spots in the
poll, which asked techies to name what they think are their
industry's most influential products of all time.

Apple iPhone Out, BlackBerry 8800 In At NASA
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FPze0EU
The minutes of a meeting of NASA tech officials show that the
space agency has determined the iPhone "not to be enterprise ready."

Sony, 3M Reach Settlement In Patent Dispute
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FPzj0EZ
Under the settlement, Sony and Sony Electronics have agreed to
license 3M-developed materials for cathodes in batteries.

Apple Says iTunes Sales Top 3 Billion Songs
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FPzf0EV
Apple said Tuesday sales at its online music store iTunes have
topped 3 billion songs.

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Hewlett-Packard Data Warehouse Lands In Wal-Mart's Shopping Cart
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkI0Em
Retailer will be an early user of HP's Neoview to analyze data
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Dell Beat Services Drum With $340M ASAP Deal
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkJ0En
With the acquisition, along with two others in less than a year,
company aims to help customers with desktop and server management
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High Five: Meet Xavier Desdoigts, Director Of Technical
Operations For Animal Logic
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Xavier Desdoigts is the director of technical operations for
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company in Sydney, Australia, that's been involved in such
FX-intensive movies as The Matrix and 300, and produced the
penguin-intensive cartoon hit, Happy Feet. Originally from Paris,
he moved to Australia in 1986 "for an adventure."

Storm Warning: Worm Threat Escalates
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkL0Ep
"It's one of the largest botnets I've ever heard of," says one
security researcher.

Is Time Ripe For Electronic Content Management?
http://update.techweb.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/eBBdh0Hi7YQ0G4U0FQkM0Eq
FileTek execs are banking on green computing, compliance woes to
goose ECM market.

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iPhone Patent Suit; Open Networks Have Lots To Prove

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