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Verizon and Sprint to offer the Galaxy Note as the Galaxy Journal?
- New rumors are swirling that suggest Verizon and Sprint could be the next carriers in line for the Samsung Galaxy Note. The massive 5.3-inch hybrid smartphone / tablet was announced for US subscribers on AT&T’s network last week at CES…
Pantech's Element is a waterproof 8-inch Android tablet, hands-on
- We got some hands-on time with the just-announced Pantech Element tablet for AT&T here at CES 2012. The Element is a unique Android tablet that features an 8-inch display and waterproof construction.
Nokia Lumia 900 "Ace" detailed, launching at CES 2012 through AT&T
- Nokia is planning to launch the Lumia 900 Ace (codenamed Eloko) at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show next week in Las Vegas. Specifications and images have leaked out ahead of the introduction that paints a pretty good picture as to…
FCC approves AT&T / Qualcomm deal days after failed T-Mobile acquisition
- The Federal Communications Commission has approved a deal between AT&T and Qualcomm just days after AT&T threw in the towel on a proposed acquisition of T-Mobile. AT&T will obtain $1.9 billion worth of much-needed airwave licenses from the agreement. …
AT&T, Sprint, Samsung, HTC respond to Senator's Carrier IQ request
- Several handset manufacturers and wireless carriers have responded to a request from Senator Al Franken for more information regarding the use of Carrier IQ's software. Turns out, the software is installed on an estimated 30 million handsets of American consumers.…
AT&T gives up on purchase of T-Mobile USA
- American mobile carrier AT&T has pulled out of its controversial $39bn purchase of Deutsche Telekom's T-Mobile USA division after giving in to massive regulatory pressure. The much-publicized move would have made them the largest mobile carrier in the United States,…
Dish Network interested in T-Mobile deal if AT&T acquisition fails
- Dish Network may be the next in line to strike a deal with T-Mobile should the acquisition by AT&T fail. Dish CEO Joe Clayton said in an interview with Reuters that the company is serious about getting into the wireless…
AT&T throttles top 5% of wireless data users, still charges overage fees
- As we mentioned this summer, AT&T was slated to begin throttling data plans as of October 1 this year. Reports of throttling are finally beginning to surface as more and more users complain they have received this dreaded text message from…
LG Nitro HD Review: 4G LTE on AT&T
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The new LG Nitro HD represents the company's premier Android smartphone in the United States. It has a stellar spec sheet that includes 4G LTE data, a 4.5-inch 720p HD resolution display, a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, and a 1080p HD video-capable 8 megapixel camera. It's also fairly thin, light, and attractive.
The Nitro HD should fear no other device when it comes to specifications. But when it comes to real world performance, not all of its specs live up to user expectations.
AT&T rated worst wireless provider for second year in a row
- AT&T has been rated the worst wireless provider for the second year in a row according to a new satisfaction survey by Consumer Reports online subscribers. The survey polled over 66,000 wireless customers regarding service and customer support experience with…
Verizon benefits from iPhone more than other carriers combined
- With Apple's latest handset now officially in the hands of three major carriers, Verizon currently leads AT&T and Sprint with the most new postpaid subscribers (ie. contracts) signing up to get the iPhone 4S. Verizon is expected to add around…
China could be leveraging electronic exports to spy on the US
- The United States is forcing telecommunications companies like AT&T and Verizon to hand over sensitive data regarding their network infrastructure to sniff out potential Chinese spies. Officials are concerned that China may be leveraging their exports into the county to…
FCC: AT&T's T-Mobile buyout isn't in the public's best interest
- The FCC has taken preliminary measures to thwart AT&T's desired acquisition of T-Mobile today, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Agency chairman Julius Genachowski issued a draft order this morning that seeks an administrative hearing on the $39 billion…
AT&T targeted by hackers, no accounts breached
- AT&T notified some of its customers yesterday that it had detected attempts to hack into their servers and obtain customer account information, although America's second biggest mobile carrier was quick to point out that no accounts were breached. …
Amazon penny-pincher Black Friday smartphone sale is live
- Amazon Wireless is getting an early start to Black Friday by offering almost every smartphone in stock for one penny. The company has offered similar promotions in the past which were limited to Verizon Wireless phones only. This week’s deal…
Phone companies are selling your personal data for profit
- Some mobile phone service providers have started selling your personal data to the highest bidder, and not just to advertising firms. Such information could be extremely useful to third party companies looking to develop new businesses in your area.
Apple to launch next iPhone with 4G LTE chipset
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Apple is expected to finally jump into the 4G LTE race next year with the introduction of the next generation iPhone. By that time, LTE network coverage will be widespread enough to make the iPhone marketable, as noted by...
Unlocked iPhone 4S available in November, AT&T only
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Apple has announced that an unlocked version of the iPhone 4S will become available in November. The company neglected to touch on the subject earlier this week during the 4S unveiling. The unlocked iPhone 4S is only being made available...
AT&T not budging on iPhone 4 upgrade eligibility
- AT&T isn’t allowing iPhone 4 users under contract to upgrade to the iPhone 4S at subsidized pricing announced by Apple yesterday. The company has previously adjusted upgrade eligibility dates to coincide with new hardware launches, such as when iPhone 3GS…
AT&T to raise mobile insurance rates on October 4
- AT&T has confirmed that they will be increasing the monthly rate for mobile insurance starting October 4. The company currently charges $4.99 per month plus a non-refundable deductible for replacement claims.
AT&T's LTE network launching in five US markets on Sunday
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AT&T’s anticipated high-speed LTE wireless network will launch in five US cities on September 18. The news was made public by AT&T CFO John Stephens during the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Media, Entertainment & Communications conference in Beverly Hills...
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