Smartphone biz gets a taste of identity politics, courtesy of JLo

Viva Movil will need more than an entertainment superstar to become the smartphone shopping destination of choice for Latinos.

Jennifer Lopez spills on new Viva Movil shopping experience

"Jenny from the Block" and Verizon exec Marni Walden answer a few of CNET's questions on why this mobile neophyte decided to start a wireless retail business.

Samsung touts sales figures, new colors for Galaxy S4

The company says sales of the GS4 to carriers and retailers have surpassed the 10 million mark less than a month after the smartphone's introduction.

Angry Birds creator Rovio: We're an 'entertainment' company

At the CTIA 2013 trade show, Rovio's chief operating officer says "gaming company" no longer fits the bill.

Discovering more about the Galaxy Discover (pictures)

Cricket announced today that the Samsung Galaxy Discover will be available on its network beginning this summer.

A deeper dive into the Samsung Admire 2 (pictures)

Though little is known about the Admire 2, we do know that it's a midrange Android 4.1 handset.

Verizon partners with JLo's Viva Movil to target Latinos

Verizon Wireless announces a partnership with a new mobile brand started by actress and singer Jennifer Lopez that will be geared toward Latino customers.

Early details emerge for what could be new HTC Desire models

Smartphones spied in certification and benchmark phases could be the Taiwanese manufacturer's newest offerings.

Foursquare gets better at local search with new filters on mobile

New iPhone and Android apps help people fine-tune place queries and push forward a strategy to make Foursquare king of local search.

Walmart exec: Mobile can revive personal touch for shoppers

Walmart mobile business exec talks up a location-based Store Mode on its mobile app, as well as an easy checkout feature.

GM exec: Apps coming to select cars later this year

General Motors is pushing forward on its initiative to build "smart" cars and wants to get its slice of the growing app market.

Cricket Wireless guns for Verizon, AT&T customers

With popular, premium handsets like the Samsung Galaxy S4 and iPhone 5, Cricket is urging people to switch from pricy contract plans.

Samsung buys 10 percent stake in Pantech for $48 million

Samsung says it will have no involvement whatsoever in the Korean handset maker's business operations.

Cricket's Samsung Galaxy S4 sells June 7 for $600

Monthly payment installments and Cricket's unique Muve Music services are part of the prepaid carrier's plan to lure new customers.

Windows that double as cell signal boosters? Yes, please

Ericsson showed off a prototype of a transparent antenna built into the glass of a window, part of an exhibit featuring different kinds of "smart windows."

Clearwire board OKs Sprint's revised, $3.40/share bid

The board urges shareholders to vote "yes" for the bill when they meet to place their ballots on May 31.

HTC executive exodus now includes Asia CEO

Top executives are leaving the mobile phone maker amidst falling revenue, weak demand for the HTC First, and other woes. The latest: HTC Asia CEO Lennard Hoornik.

Verizon's CTIA event: Join us Wednesday, 11 a.m. PT (live blog)

Join CNET for coverage from Verizon's press conference at the CTIA Wireless show. Our live blog will kick off about 30 minutes beforehand and bring you news updates, photos, and running commentary.

LoJack for Samsung Galaxy S4 goes hard-core on thieves

LoJack's new Galaxy S4 security offering includes sending real people to retrieve your lost or stolen phone.

Sprint says more to come from BlackBerry

A Sprint executive teases another BlackBerry smartphone to come this year after the Q10 launches.

Acting FCC Chairwoman: We're still focused on spectrum

Mignon Clyburn, who recently took over as interim chairwoman, said leadership transition will not slow down agency's efforts.

Galaxy S3 arrives at Boost, Virgin Mobile armed with LTE

Though it's been eclipsed by the new Galaxy S4, Samsung's previous flagship Android device will come to Sprint's prepaid brands next month.

Boost Mobile wants to be its customers' digital wallet

Boost has tested the service in three markets, and plans to roll out the service to the entire country by the end of the year.

Opera's Android browser leaves beta stage

With its official launch, the overhauled browser offers an interactive home screen that helps users discover content relevant to their interests.

Verizon partners with JLo's VivaMovil to target Latinos

Verizon Wireless announces a partnership with a new mobile brand started by actress and singer Jennifer Lopez that will be geared toward Latino customers.

Sprint CEO: Clearwire offer our 'best and final' one

"You can take that to the bank," CEO Dan Hesse tells CNET on his sweetened offer for Clearwire.

U.S. Cellular's tough Kyocera Hydro XTRM (pictures)

Though it's not a full-blown rugged handset, the Kyocera Hydro XTRM from U.S. Cellular can survive more drops than the average smartphone.

Kyocera Hydro Edge to arrive in time for summer splashing (pictures)

At CTIA, Kyocera introduces its Hydro Edge, a handset that's waterproof enough to survive most of your wettest summer activities.

Walmart exec: Mobile can revive personal shopping touch

Walmart mobile business exec talks up an easy checkout feature and a "smart" shopping list, a location-based mode for the store's mobile app.

Kyocera looks to create multi-headed Hydro

The Hydro Edge and Hydro XTRM mark the company's push to build a full line of Hydro products and open the door to higher-end phones.