InfoWorld - There are enough smartphone choices to make you dizzy. Yet in the business world, it arguably comes down to RIM's BlackBerry and select Windows Mobile-based devices ??? with the strong possibility of Apple's 3G iPhone stealing some of their thunder. -- read full article
PC World - There's no getting away from comparisons to Apple's upcoming iPhone 3G these days, so here it is: The HTC Touch Diamond was... -- read full article
USATODAY.com - Businesses have loved their RIM BlackBerrys and Palm Treos. Now, Apple is hoping they'll take a shine to the iPhone. -- read full article
USATODAY.com - Apple CEO Steve Jobs expected to launch his App Store - the online venue for third-party iPhone and iPod Touch applications - with 200 software offerings; he ended up with more than 500. -- read full article
AP - Japan will stop pushing for legislation to charge royalties on the sales of iPods and other portable digital music players, giving in to opposition from electronics makers, officials said Thursday. -- read full article
Macworld.com - Ambrosia Software on Wednesday announced the release of iToner 1.0.8, an update to its iPhone ringtone maker for Mac OS X. It costs $15, and this is a free update for registered users. -- read full article
Macworld.com - Ambrosia Software, long-time Macintosh utility and application developer, announced Thursday that it has launched three iPhone games with the introduction of the App Store. -- read full article
AP - Gadget lovers worldwide are already camped out ahead of Friday's global rollout of the new model of Apple Inc.'s iPhone, which is also the first iPhone to go on sale in many countries.
NewsFactor - Apple's new App Store turned on its virtual lights Thursday, featuring third-party applications for the iPhone and the iPod. The store is intended to support developers who are creating applications for the iPhone. The store is also reportedly helping developers get their products into final shape. -- read full article
TechWeb - InformationWeek - Facing an outcry from potential customers, Rogers adds a cheaper data plan for Apple's touchscreen smartphone. -- read full article
CNET - If you're planning on waiting in line for an iPhone, be sure to do your homework and bring all the necessary items with you. -- read full article
