New research by a company called Zokem has shown that the most satisfying smartphone is the iPhone. The study also found that Android users are more likely to stick with the platform when buying a new phone though. continued »

A new Apple patent application has surfaced that shows a new sensor that may come to future iPhones that can sense when people hover over the device. The sensor would apparently be on the back and what exactly it would be used for is unknown, perhaps hover navigation using a finger? continued »

The official Sony PlayStation app has landed on the App Store for you to download. The app doesn't allow actual gaming, but lets you keep up with online statuses, the activities of your pals, and check out your trophies. continued »

Apple has announced that it is scrapping the 10% restocking fees that it previously charged on items returned to retail stores. The policy change goes along with the expected unveil of the iPhone for Verizon this week. continued »

Skype has updated its iPhone app to support video calls made over WiFi and 3G networks. The new app with the video call feature can be downloaded right now on the App Store. continued »

DigiTimes reports according to sources in Taiwan, Apple is upping the shipment estimates for Q1 2011 for the iPhone. The rumor includes 5-6 million CDMA iPhones to ship that quarter. continued »

If you want a simply stand for your iPhone that will hold the smartphone in portrait or landscape modes without breaking your budget the Smartphone Coaster may be perfect. The little stand is made from stainless steel and is only about $4 each. continued »

Verizon could be looking to lock out the other carries like Sprint and T-Mobile from getting the iPhone when the AT&T exclusive needs. A rumor has Verizon paying Apple to be the only other carrier next to AT&T. continued »

The official Google Voice app for iPhone went live this week and our sister site SlashGear has already reviewed the app and offered up their judgment. The verdict is that the app is crazy simple to use and Google Voice fans will love it. continued »

If you are the type of gamer that likes a little more feel and feedback when you play, the new Tactile+Plus stickers for iPhone might be perfect. The stickers can be placed over the on-screen controls on the iPhone to give more feel when playing. continued »

V-Moda has unveiled the Vibrato earphones that are available at the Apple Store right now for $129.99. The earphones have a mic and inline control for calls and music on the iPhone or iPod devices and offer 8mm drivers for deep bass. continued »

Apple reported its quarterly earnings reports yesterday and racked up a record revenue of $20.34 billion and a quarterly profit of $4.31 billion. The company sold 14.1 million iPhones during the quarter. continued »