Finally, Samsung has broken their silence on what has become the “Samsung Galaxy S Android 2.2 update debacle.” Samsung sent a quick note to Phonescoop attempting to put down one of the more ridiculous rumors that has found its way into the tech world this week: “No. Samsung is not charging carriers for Froyo updates to Galaxy S. We hope to have more detail … [read full article]
While most Samsung users are wondering just when exactly the original Vibrant might receive its update to Android 2.2, the Samsung Vibrant 4G has been blessed with a release date. As it stands, Samsung is taking a very public backlash (and by public, we mean by people who intensely follow cellphone blogs) but are forging ahead with the launch of … [read full article]
This one might be a little hard to read but we tried to circle in the area that shows the Dell Streak 7 has a release date of February 2nd. T-mobile’s first 4G tablet was previewed at CES and while it’s likely to be quickly overshadowed as T-Mobile ramps up marketing for the … [read full article]
Now that AT&T’s exclusivity on the iPhone has finally ended with Verizon Wireless officially announcing the iPhone yesterday, it seems T-Mobile wants in on the iPhone as well. As you may recall, T-Mobile USA’s new CEO and President already has a relationship with Apple. Before becoming CEO of T-Mobile USA, Philipp Humm previously was CEO of T-Mobile Deutschland, where he introduced the iPhone to Germany in 2007. According to The Seattle Times, … [read full article]
Beginning January 19th, T-Mobile will be running a new HTC smartphone promotion for qualified customers. The promotion will enable qualified customers to receive 50% off their HTC smartphone purchase when you opt for the Unlimited Web plan. To be eligible for the HTC 50% off promotion: – You must be on a Individual or Family Plan Even More/Legacy Plan (Even More Plus cannot participate in this promotion) – Purchase … [read full article]
Let me just put up a quick disclaimer here, I have every reason to believe the Motorola Alpha is the Cliq 2. As I’ve come to learn, phones of similar make and model are usually lumped together on internal documents such as this and the retail pricing is the same. I know I’m trying to connect dots that might not exist, but … [read full article]
Well, we knew the Samsung Vibrant Plus existed but we didn’t know was that it’s slated to be T-Mobile’s first 4G phone that offers HSPA+ 21 Mbps speeds. Currently, the myTouch4G and T-Mobile G2 offer 4G speeds that are capped at 14.4 Mbps. On top of that, this Samsung Vibrant 4G which … [read full article]
Warning: Lots and lots of pictures ahead! So what’s one more T-Mobile event keynote post, you guys eat this stuff up! This time we’re giving you the whole event in pictures; having already given the salient points from the days events this time we are doing it via imagery! It’s interesting for sure to see these images and get a glimpse as … [read full article]
While there was certainly a lot to look forward to coming out of the T-Mobile announcement in terms of data speeds, the most important point was that T-Mobile will not raise data plans for 4G usage. T-Mobile said unequivocally that they don’t believe they need to charge a “premium or “toll” for 4G use. This is great news, just great news as other … [read full article]
It’s hard to get a real “hands on” with a device at an event like CES when everyone around you is clamoring for the same shots you want. Still, we spent a few minutes with the Dell Streak 7 and it is impressive. I don’t often use the words “impressive” and “Dell” in the same sentence but right … [read full article]
