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Last week at The Fonecast: 16th December 2013

A Happy Tranquil Christmas for HTC?

Mark Bridge writes:

HTC experienced a bit of Christmas cheer last week when the threat of a sales injunction against the HTC One mini smartphone and a number of other devices was lifted. Nokia had previously won a patent-related court case against HTC but it seems that a sales ban was deemed too harsh a penalty.

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Spotify creates a free mobile music service for smartphone and tablet users

Online streaming music service Spotify has launched a free ad-supported player for smartphone and tablet users.

Previously the company’s mobile service was only available as a chargeable option.

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Vodafone plans 4G UK launch on 29th August

Vodafone plans 4G UK launch on 29th August

Vodafone UK has announced that it’ll be launching its 4G mobile data service in the UK on 29th August 2013; the same day as O2 launches 4G on its own network.

SIM-only 4G deals will cost from £26 per month, while 24-month price plans with a 4G phone will cost from £34 a month.

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Twitter launches its own music service

Twitter launches its own music service

Micro-blogging service Twitter has launched a new service called Twitter #music. It uses activity on Twitter to find the most popular tracks and new artists as well as making it easier for users to enjoy music from their favourite musicians.

The service uses iTunes, Spotify and Rdio to provide its music.

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New CEO for INQ Mobile

Frank Meehan is stepping down from his role as CEO of Hutchison Whampoa-owned INQ Mobile.

He’ll now be working with other technology businesses owned by Li Ka-shing, the chairman of Hutchison Whampoa. Mr Meehan is on the board of Spotify, TOM, TOUT and Trapit.

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