> Nokia said that its N97 smartphone would begin shipping this month in 75 countries. There was no word on a U.S. carrier deal. Release
> GreatCall, the company behind Jitterbug phones for seniors, announced a new phone and expanded rate plans. Release
> Days ahead of Apple's WWDC event, the leaks about a new iPhone keep on coming. Commentary
> Seybold's take: Users need a way to test applications so that they can better choose from among many similar mobile offerings. Commentary
> The Symbian Foundation named Larry Berkin, previously the vice president of mobile ecosystem and corporate business development at Access, as the head of its alliance management efforts. Article
> Sprint Nextel announced the launch of its Sprint Developer Sandbox initiative. Article
> Nokia Siemens Networks secured the majority of base station contract awards during the first quarter of 2009, according to EJL Wireless Research. Release
> Wirefly.com announced it will be the first online retailer to sell wireless netbooks from AT&T Mobility and Verizon Wireless. Release
> The WiMAX Forum announced that 14 WiMAX companies will participate in its first commercial WiMAX interoperability and roaming trials. Release
> INQ Mobile will release a Twitter phone for the holiday season. Article
And finally... With more than three days to go before launch, some Palm Pre fans are apparently already lining up. Article
