As reported here on Cell Phones Etc. and across the Web, here’s your daily brief on what happened in the world of mobile phones this Wednesday, March 9th, 2011.
Apple Releases iOS 4.3 Ahead of Schedule
Surprise, surprise. It’s not March 11th nor is the iPad 2 out yet, but neither of the two matter anymore as Apple has just released iOS 4.3. This newest iOS firmware brings a faster Safari, enhanced AirPlay support, iTunes Home Sharing, and Personal Hotspot (iPhone 4 only) to compatible iPhones across the globe.
Phone News
iPhone Prototype With 64 GB of Memory Unearthed [VIDEO]
In the natural evolution of devices, the addition of more internal storage is only logical, and that just might be what’s in store for iPhone loyalists this year. Pictures and a video of a purported 64GB iPhone 4 have surfaced, which could be a good indication as to what could expect later in June. Legit or fake? Only time will tell.
Mashable
Bell Motorola Atrix now available for pre-order at Best Buy
Can’t wait for the Motorola Atrix to arrive in Canada? Well, here’s good news for you. Best Buy is already accepting pre-orders for Moto’s mighty fine new Android phone, and by placing a $50 deposit, you’re guaranteed to get one once stocks arrive in stores across the nation.
Mobilesyrup
Apple to ship white iPhone 4 in April, claims analyst
We’re taking this bit of news with a grain of salt, but hey, with the early release of iOS 4.3, it’s possible. According to Concord Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the white iPhone 4 will be available as early as next month. If true, and Apple does unveil its successor sometime in June, then the white iPhone 4 will have a mere two months to lure buyers unchallenged by a better iPhone. Anyway, April isn’t that far away so we’ll see.
BGR
Videotron Nexus One and other Androids dropped to $0 on contract
If you’re looking to get an Android phone and have no carrier preference, you might want to consider Videotron as they’re giving away a bunch of Android handsets, namely the Nexus One, Motorola XT720, Gamrin A50, and Motorola Spice, to those who will sign-up on a $40/month or more plan on a 3-yr contract. Temptping? You bet it is.
Mobilesyrup
