Graphic British safety video on dangers of texting and driving becomes global Internet hitLONDON — A graphic public service announcement from British police about the dangers of sending text messages while driving has become a global Internet hit. Social media, text messaging could help families communicate in disasters, safety group saysWASHINGTON — Text messaging, Twitter and social networking Web sites could help families stay in touch in the wake of a disaster, a national safety group said Tuesday. In reversal, highway safety association supports state laws against texting behind the wheelSAVANNAH, Ga. — The national association representing state highway safety officials on Sunday threw its support behind a growing movement to ban text messaging by drivers, reversing its previous stand. The 4 projects developed by Singularity University’s first class of studentsThe four projects developed by students at Singularity University this summer: French official questions Apple representative about reports of iPhone ‘explosions’PARIS — Apple sought to reassure the French government on Friday that several recent cases of iPhones cracking and allegedly shattering were not caused by product defects, but were the result of improper handling by users. New regulations could emerge from FCC inquiries into competition and innovation in wirelessWASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission is taking a closer look at the practices of the wireless industry, potentially the first step toward more regulations intended to push down prices and increase choices for consumers. RadioShack carries T-Mobile’s myTouch smart phone, follow-up to first ‘Google phone’FORT WORTH, Texas — RadioShack Corp. said Wednesday that T-Mobile USA Inc.’s new “Google phone” is now available in its stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Buying a cheap local phone may be simplest solution for cell service overseasWORCESTER, Vt. — To prepare for a trip to Tuscany, Paul Boffa visited a local Verizon store to learn about options for taking his mobile phone with him. Group of senators want states to ban texting while driving or get federal highway money cutWASHINGTON — Democratic lawmakers called for states to ban texting while driving or face cuts in highway funds, citing the need to reduce driver distraction and potential highway deaths and injuries. Group of senators wants states to ban texting while driving or get federal highway money cutWASHINGTON — States would be required to ban driving while texting or face the loss of highway funds under legislation being pushed by a group of Democratic senators. Va. Tech Institute: Texting while driving much more dangerous than talking on cell phonesBLACKSBURG, Va. — Texting while driving increases the risk of a crash much more than previous studies have concluded with motorists taking their eyes off the road longer than they do when talking or listening on their cell phones, a safety research institute said Monday. Guidance on how to handle Internet use on office phones and computersA few tips for employees regarding Internet and cell phone use: Driven by younger workers, some employers show signs of loosening Web restrictionsCHICAGO — Ryan Tracy thought he’d entered the Dark Ages when he graduated college and arrived in the working world. NTT DoCoMo spends $45.5 million to take 35 percent share in US mobile tech firm PacketVideoTOKYO — NTT DoCoMo, Japan’s largest mobile phone operator, said Monday it spent $45.5 million to take a 35 percent share in a U.S. company that makes multimedia technology for its mobile phones. Giant satellite for US cell phone service launched into orbit by French rocketThe world’s largest commercial satellite was launched into space Wednesday, with a mission to provide phone service to cellular “dead zones” in North America. Comcast to offer wireless Internet service through Clearwire and SprintPHILADELPHIA — Comcast is rolling out wireless Internet service Tuesday in Portland, Ore., with plans to add three other cities by the end of the year. EU, phone makers sign deal on single charging standard for mobile phonesBRUSSELS — No more asking around the office for the right sort of charger. At least that’s what European Union and cell phone makers are hoping. Study finds split in attitudes on religion, relationships; largest generation gap since ’60sWASHINGTON — From cell phones and texting to religion and manners, younger and older Americans see the world differently, creating the largest generation gap since the tumultuous years of the 1960s and the culture clashes over Vietnam, civil rights and women’s liberation. Review: ‘Unlike’ apps for smart phones are hip destination guidesMIAMI — A good guidebook is more than just a compilation of information. It’s a travel companion with personality, a sense of humor and usually both strengths and weaknesses. With the proliferation of smart phone guides, a new cast of travel companions is vying to join you on your travels. NC gov. bans text-messaging by motorists, gets word out by texting: ‘Hope u r not driving now’RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has become the seventh state to pass a ban this year on texting while driving. So how did Gov. Beverly Perdue get the word out? American engineers who developed e-mail, mobile telephone win prestigious Spanish prizeMADRID — Two American engineers who were instrumental in developing e-mail and mobile phones on Wednesday won one of Spain’s prestigious Prince of Asturias awards for revolutionizing the way people communicate. How fast R U? Teenage Iowa girl wields speedy thumbs to victory as quickest texter in USNEW YORK — The nation’s newest texting champion has a message for parents across the land — although they might not want to hear it. Greece to register prepaid cell phones to fight crime, illegal immigrationATHENS, Greece — Greece’s prepaid mobile phone users will now have to register their identities in a bid to tackle illegal immigration and other crime, the communications minister said Tuesday. Don’t reach out and touch anyone: Japan to see if phones can help limit pandemicsTOKYO — A few months from now, a highly contagious disease will spread through a Japanese elementary school. The epidemic will start with several unwitting children, who will infect others as they attend classes and wander the halls. Sprint CEO says Palm Pre smart phone release is ‘coming out party’ for wireless carrierNEW YORK — No doubt bolstered by positive reviews, Sprint Nextel Corp. CEO Dan Hesse said Saturday’s release of Palm Inc.’s Pre smart phone represents a “coming out party” for Sprint as it seeks to reverse subscriber losses. First factory for Qualcomm’s power-sipping cell phone displays opens in TaiwanNEW YORK — The first factory dedicated to making a new type of power-thrifty cell phone display has started operations, Qualcomm Inc. said this week. Travel briefsWashington tourism launches ‘Lost Symbol’ Web site for Dan Brown book Free iPhones at Japan university may prove costly for some as GPS keeps tabs on truantsTOKYO — A prestigious Japanese university is giving away hundreds of iPhones, in part to use its Global Positioning System to nab students that skip class. It’s 4 a.m. _ do you know where your text messages are? Boost subscribers report big delaysNEW YORK — A new $50 unlimited-calling plan sold under the Boost brand has been a badly needed success story for Sprint Nextel Corp., luring hundreds of thousands of new customers, by industry estimates. Amazon.com buys Lexcycle, maker of iPhone e-book application Stanza, for undisclosed sumLOS ANGELES — Kindle e-book retailer Amazon.com Inc. has purchased Lexcycle, a year-old company that makes the iPhone e-book application Stanza, in a move that ratchets up Amazon’s presence in the electronic book market. |
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