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    Skype sees the mobile market as the next frontier for its service, but economic realities in the voice market -- coupled with mobile operators who feel threatened by Skype -- could put the kibosh on large-scale adoption for some time to come.

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    In 2005, Canadian wireless company Research in Motion (RIM) came from relative obscurity to steal a global lead in e-mail equipped mobile devices with its BlackBerry. Could 2008 be the year that BlackBerry falls off its perch?

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    Apple has captivated the general public with the iPhone, but has it convinced the business world to take the plunge?

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    Microsoft chairman claims mobile phone makers have to catch up to the power of his company's software.

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  • Tech Guide: Mobile phones for your business

    Want your mobile to be a useful business tool rather than a frivolous gadget? Here's what you should be looking out for.

  • Samsung Omnia

    Although there are some design quirks, the Samsung Omnia promises to be a solid alternative to Apple's iPhone.

  • HTC Touch Pro

    TC's Touch Pro fixes many of the problems with the Touch Diamond and adds a superb keyboard. It remains neat and compact, while battery life is improved (if still not perfect).

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