Sprint Announces Samsung Epic 4G for August 31st at $499.99
Sprint has officially announced pricing and launch details for the long-awaited Sprint variant of the Samsung Galaxy S in the Samsung Epic 4G. The device will launch at the end of the month on August 31st for $249.99 after $100 instant discount and $150 mail-in rebate, while retail pricing is set at $499.99 before discounts. […]
Clear iSpot Rooted, Full Device Access Now Available
Shortly after the launch of the Clear iSpot last week, the hotspot intended for use with Apple’s line of iDevices has been fully rooted to allow for access by any device with the $25 plan in place as well as opening up full configuration options to disable automatic firmware updates and enabling custom firmware installation […]
Sprint Announces PCD U1901 WiMax USB Modem
Following up, Sprint has announced the forthcoming launch of the U1901WiMax USB modem manufactured by PCD. The modem features compatibility with Windows Vista, XP, Windows 7 and Mac OS 10.5/10.6. The modem is available now for $49.99 after new mobile broadband agreement.
Clearwire Announces Simultaneous LTE/WiMax Trials Later This Year in Arizona
Following up, Clearwire has also announced that it has set this Fall for the commencement of its LTE trials and simultaneous WiMax/LTE network operation trial in Arizona. The trial will then continue into 2011, which will test the frequency and time division variants of LTE on the same 2.5GHz spectrum currently licensed for WiMax, as […]
Clearwire Launches iSpot Modem/Router (Updated)
Clearwire has announced the forthcoming launch of the iSpot modem/router, intended as a companion to Apple’s devices such as the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. The device features support for the aforementioned devices and will be sold at a special price of $29 today and tomorrow as a part of its Clear Spot sale with […]
Clearwire, Sprint Expand WiMax Coverage
Clearwire has announced a further expansion of its WiMax coverage sold under the Clear brand to Jacksonville, FL; Wilmington, DE; Stockton and Modesto, CA and Grand Rapids, MI. With the expansion, the service is now available in 49 markets covering 51 million people. In related news, Sprint has announced an identical expansion of its Sprint […]
FCC Approves Samsung SCH-R900 LTE Smart Device for MetroPCS
The FCC has approved the first LTE smart device destined for MetroPCS. The SCH-R900 features a sliding QWERTY keyboard, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, 802.11b/g WiFi radio, dual-band 1700/1900 dual-mode LTE/EVDO support and microSDHC expansion slot. Samsung had previously announced the R900 earlier this year during CTIA as part of MetroPCS’ LTE announcement while the […]
Motorola Announces Rambler and Bali for Boost Mobile
Motorola has announced two new forthcoming clamshells launching on Boost Mobile next month on the 11th in the Rambler and now available online and retailers in the Bali. The Rambler features a QWERTY keyboard with 1.3 megapixel camera, speakerphone, microSDHC expansion slot and Bluetooth with stereo audio support while the Bali has a nearly identical […]
Best Buy to Offer WiMax under Connect Service in 2011
Clearwire has announced a new wholesale agreement with Best Buy whereby the electronics retailer will offer WiMax service under its recently launched Connect mobile broadband service in 2011. No immediate word was given regarding pricing or specific availability of hardware and service, as Clearwire currently covers 43 markets served by Best Buy. Best Buy launched […]
T-Mobile Opens Registration Portal for Unannounced HSPA+ Smart Device
T-Mobile has quietly opened up a registration portal for an unannounced HSPA+ compatible smart device. The page invites interested new or current customers to register for further information via email. This follows previous statements made by T-Mobile executives confirming the forthcoming launch of an HSPA+ compatible smart device by the end of summer, with the […]