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> ABI Research counted more than 5 billion active mobile subscriptions worldwide at the end of the second quarter. Release
> The WiFi Alliance said it has started certifying devices with the group's new "Direct" technology, which allows WiFi gadgets to share information. Release
> CommScope may go private in a $3 billion transaction. Article
> Sprint Nextel's Assurance Wireless expanded its range of offerings. Release
> The next iteration of Android may be arriving shortly. Article
> Gemalto joined the gang with a lawsuit targeting Android supporters. Article
> Engadget reported a forthcoming LG phone for Verizon Wireless will support LTE. Article
> Apple's data center may open for business shortly. Article
Mobile Content News
> How will the Ultraviolet DRM scheme affect the wireless industry? Commentary
> Adobe Systems introduced InMarket, a centralized application distribution portal. Article
> Coffee giant Starbucks expanded its Starbucks Card Mobile payment trial to close to 300 company-operated stores. Article
> Amazon.com will introduce lending for Kindle. Article
> Apple introduced a new Special Education section within its App Store. Article
> Research In Motion unveiled an updated BlackBerry App World storefront enabling consumers to purchase and download applications directly via the Web. Article
Broadband Wireless News
> Sprint Nextel introduced what it calls the world's first CDMA/WiMAX embedded netbook. Article
> China Mobile will launch large-scale outdoor testing of TD-LTE before the end of this year. Article
> Airspan and partner Pinnacle Wireless announced a deal with the New Jersey Transit Authority to deploy a WiMAX network. Article
> The ITU declared LTE-Advanced and 802.16m as 4G standards. Article
European Wireless News
> Is European mobile TV doomed? Commentary
> Nokia Siemens Networks is open to new investors. Article
> The rural areas of Germany without access to broadband will be the first to benefit from Deutsche Telekom's decision to deploy LTE in the 800MHz band. Article
> Italy's largest mobile operator, Telecom Italia, announced plans to "radically" upgrade its mobile network. Article
> Mobile operators in Europe could increase consumer revenues by as much as 10 percent as the adoption of LTE increases. Article
And finally... CNN's top most annoying smartphone habits. Article