Obviously at this point we’re playing a pretty fun guessing game on the subject of a T-Mobile G2 release date. We started out with September 29th, and then a Best Buy pre-order combined with our own sources led us to an October 6th date. Now, rumors both from our own sources and a T-Mobile forum leak claim that the middle of October, the 16th in fact is now the day for G2 fans … [read full article]
I expect this to delve in a comment catfight almost immediately but earlier this morning I had a conversation with a friend regarding cell phone operating systems. More to the point, what OS should be he pick up next for himself and his 6 employees. Which made me ponder, what do the TmoNews readers think they themselves will be picking up next? Are those of you still loyal to Blackberry or holding out for early reviews of … [read full article]
While the G2 might be delayed until the 16th of October, that isn’t stopping Best Buy from featuring the handset in their Buyer’s Guide labeled as “Coming Soon”. And while this doesn’t reveal anything new, its nice to see the T-Mobile G2 getting some attention. Speaking of Best Buy, that reminds us, we know Best Buy was originally having some troubles with pre-orders, but it looks like the issue has been resolved and pre-orders … [read full article]
Well it’s definitely been a long long time coming for this day as we haven’t seen a TmoNews mobile edition since the sites inception. While all the kinks haven’t been worked out as you can see by the double calendar above, the mobile edition is live and ready for action. I know a lot of Android users, especially those running flash have had a very hard time visiting the site recently so this should eliminate those troubles … [read full article]
The last month or so has seen at least two occasions where I, on behalf of the readers have expressed disappointment that UMA Wi-Fi calling had yet to come to Android. Thankfully, the folks at Kineto Wireless hope to change that with the introduction of their Smart Wi-FI Application for Android 2.2. Kineto Wireless has announced that they have updated their Smart Wi-Fi application, which is based on the 3GPP UMA/GAN standard capable of turning any … [read full article]
Remember for now, this is just a rumor…but strong enough of a rumor to print! We’re just going to be honest and admit that we are, at this point playing a round robin guessing game for the T-Mobile G2 release date. Current information pegs the release date for a mid-October, more specifically October 16th if this T-Mobile forum thread is to be believed. We have a suspicion it’s accurate, however we can’t pinpoint a particular … [read full article]
While we’ve already seen a glimpse of OS 6, that big question most of you want answered is when BlackBerry Bold 9700 owners will get some OS 6 love. According to GimzoFusion’s tipster, T-Mobile is currently “actively testing” BlackBerry OS 6 for the Bold 9700. While RIM has already confirmed that the Bold 9700 will indeed get OS 6, there hasn’t been much word as to when exactly carriers will begin rolling out the OS … [read full article]
Today, T-Mobile and Electronic Arts (EA) announced a new partnership which will enable T-Mobile subscribers to download free premium content in EA mobile games. With the partnership announcement included the launch of a new gaming portal at http://t-mobile.ea.com. What does this mean for mobile gamers? You can now download a free car upgrade in Need for Speed World, or even a new skate photo challenge in Skate 3, or download a new music pack for the Sims 3 game on … [read full article]
For some of you the Samsung Galaxy Tab is going to be a no go based on the lack of voice cabilities but for many of you the Galaxy Tab is a perfect complement to your Android collection. It’s small, it’s nimble and apparently its perfect for the back pocket of a pair of jeans. We’re still unsure just when T-Mobile is going to be dropping this bad boy, but expectations are for the holiday shopping … [read full article]
The last 24 hours has seen two reports regarding an increase in T-Mobile’s pricing to third party text partners and their response to the move. Well T-Mobile has reached out to me and pointed me in the direction of a follow up article by Om on GigaOM and their own statement to help clarify the matter and whom it actually effects. Let’s get the most important aspect of this out of the way, this DOES … [read full article]
So earlier this morning we did a quick, completely unscientific poll on our Twitter (are you following us? No, why not??) asking if you, the readers thought the lack of voice capability on the Galaxy Tab was a deal breaker? I won’t say the response was overwhelming one way or the other, but certainly more than half of you responded that it would affect your buying decision. So I pose the question to you, our … [read full article]
With Walmart introducing their own post-paid service, it offers yet another low cost solution to families who don’t need the full spectrum of carrier offerings. Piggybacking on the T-Mobile network, Walmart will offer unlimited talk and text for $45 dollars per month with each additional line costing just $25. Data will come in 100MB increments with one free 100MB, which will be shared by all lines on the account and easily refilled through an online account … [read full article]
