HTC announced that the new HTC Merge Smartphone will be made available for retail sales through multiple North American carriers beginning in spring 2011. The HTC Merge CDMA phone combines a full QWERTY slide-out keyboard with the power of Google Android 2.2, the HTC Sense experience, a large 3.8-inch touch screen display and a 5 megapixel digital camera to create a complete mobile experience for those looking for a truly complete Smartphone. The HTC Merge Smartphone is also HTC's first Android-based CDMA world Smartphone.

HTC introduced a new 4G Smartphone together with Verizon Wireless, further solidifying HTC global position as the market leader in 4G Smartphones. Taking advantage of Verizon 4G network and the intuitiveness of the HTC Sense user experience, HTC Thunderbolt Smartphone is one of the first 4G Smartphones to integrate Skype mobile with video calling. Rather than relying on a stand alone application, a Skype mobile with video call can be made as easily as a standard voice call - with features like presence icons that indicate the availability status of friends built into the contacts list.

HTC and AT&T Wireless announces a new 4G Smartphone, further solidifying HTC’s position as the leader in 4G Smartphones. HTC introduced the world’s first 4G Smartphone in 2008, and the first 4G Android Smartphone in 2010. The HTC Inspire 4G Smartphone joins the already existing HTC EVO 4G, the HTC T-Mobile G2 and the HTC MyTouch 4G, HTC’s portfolio of 4G Smartphones demonstrates HTC’s ability to deliver advanced Smartphones to support the launch of every US carrier’s 4G network.

HTC and Sprint announces a new 4G Smartphone, further solidifying HTC position in the 4G Smartphone market. HTC introduced the first 4G Smartphone in 2008, and the world’s first 4G Android Smartphone in 2010. The HTC Evo Shift 4G Smartphone joins the already existing HTC EVO 4G, the HTC T-Mobile G2 and the HTC MyTouch 4G, HTC’s portfolio of 4G Smartphones demonstrates HTC’s ability to deliver advanced Smartphones to support the launch of every major US carrier’s 4G network. Beyond the latest version of the HTC Sense user experience, HTC EVO Shift 4G Smartphone boasts the power of 4G, Android 2.2, a 5 Megapixel digital camera / HD camcorder function and a 3.6-inch touchscreen display.

Samsung introduces the 2011 Galaxy Smartphone line-up : the Samsung Galaxy Ace, Samsung Galaxy Fit, Samsung Galaxy Gio and the Samsung Galaxy Mini. All new Galaxy Smartphones from Samsung offer a unique take on the media experience, expanding the Android-powered Galaxy Smartphonesp to the world market. The Galaxy Smartphones from Samsung show that Galaxy Smartphones can cater to any lifestyle, with rich multimedia application capabilities as well as a social hub keeping users in touch with the world. Each Samsung handset in the Galaxy Smartphones line-up has been created to meet unique needs and share the excitement in their lives.

Samsung announced at the MWC 2011 in Barcelona the updated Bada 2.0 platform. The new and improved version of Samsungs Smartphone operating system includes support for Near Field Communication, HTML 5 and Wholesale Applications Community - as well as voice recognition and multitasking. Near Field Communication allows a Smartphone to read information off of everyday objects like stickers and posters which are embedded with NFC chips, meaning that mobile payments can be made using the Smartphone in retail outlets. Samsung has improved the user experience on the Bada Smartphone platform with a personalized lock-screen, layout management and 3D sound.

Samsung announced at the MWC 2011 in Spain a new addition to the Samsung Galaxy Android Smartphone family, the Samsung Galaxy Fit. The new Samsung Galaxy Fit offers a perfect Smartphone experience, expanding the Android-powered Samsung Galaxy Smartphone line-up to the broader market. Following the success of the popular Samsung Galaxy S, the new Samsung Galaxy Fit Smartphone will meet the demands of new Smartphone users.

Samsung introduced at the MWC 2011 in Spain, a new addition to the Samsung Galaxy Smartphone line-up, the Samsung Galaxy Ace Smartphone. The new Samsung Galaxy Ace offers a unique Smartphone experience, expanding the Android powered Samsung Galaxy Smartphone family to the broader consumer market. Following the global success of the Samsung Galaxy S, the Samsung Galaxy Ace will meet the demands of Smartphone users.

Samsung has announced at the MWC 2011 in Barcelona a new addition to the Samsung Galaxy Smartphone family, the Samsung Galaxy Gio. The new Samsung Galaxy Gio offers a great Smartphone experience, expanding the Android powered Samsung Galaxy Smartphone line-up to the broader market. Following the success of the Samsung Galaxy S, the Samsung Galaxy Gio Smartphone will meet the demands of Smartphone users.

Samsung has announced at the MWC 2011 in Barcelona a new addition to the Samsung Galaxy Smartphone family, the Samsung Galaxy Mini. The new Samsung Galaxy Mini offers a perfect Smartphone experience, expanding the Android powered Samsung Galaxy Smartphone line-up to the broader market. Following the success of the Samsung Galaxy S, the Samsung Galaxy Mini Smartphone will meet the demands of new Smartphone users.