AT&T Forcing New Plans for 4G Devices, No Grandfathered Data Plans Allowed (Updated)
Ahead of the launch of the HTC Inspire 4G this weekend, an internal memo has leaked confirming new details on the data plans for 4G devices going forward. First, the plans will mirror the current DataPlus and DataPro plans with the most recent modifications for Mobile Hotspot, but anyone wishing to upgrade to a 4G […]
Exclusive: Clearwire – Expect iSpot Comeback, Firmware Update Live
Clearwire sat down with PhoneNews.com late last night, with one clear message; the Clear iSpot is not six feet under. Read more to see what they had to say, and where Clearwire stands on the Clear iSpot.
MetroPCS Adjusts Pricing on LTE, Adds Caps
MetroPCS has introduced two new service plans for its 4G LTE service today designed to get more customers interested in the service. Starting with the $40 plan, it includes unlimited voice and data access along with access to YouTube, while stepping up to the $50 plan adds 1GB of “data access” along with unlimited web […]
Sprint Delays Epic 4G Froyo Update
Sprint has sent an internal memo to all employees stating that the long-awaited Android Froyo update for the Samsung Epic 4G has been placed “on hold” with no new date for deployment. This is despite previous internal documentation stating that the update would be rolled out on the 26th. No explanation is given for the […]
Review: Samsung Craft (MetroPCS) – America’s First LTE Phone
The first review of the first LTE phone in America. Can the Samsung Craft on MetroPCS answer its WiMAX rivals in the marketplace today? Read more to find out.
MetroPCS LTE Network: The signup, details, and what you need to know…
We just burned a cool $50 to sign up for MetroPCS’s LTE network in Las Vegas. Clearly, MetroPCS launched LTE today to upstage Verizon’s VDC Conference. And, we bought the first Samsung Craft at the store a mile from Verizon’s conference. While some have unboxed the phone, we actually have it in an area where […]
Clearwire Launch in South Florida Confirmed
A contractor has confirmed that parts of South Florida will soon be next in line for Clearwire to launch Clear WiMax service within the next month, with testing currently underway by the service provider. Early reports also indicate that the service is currently live around the Ft. Lauderdale area with average speeds of 4mbps down/1mbps […]
Sprint Testing New WiMax Only Plans in Select Markets
Sprint is currently testing two new WiMax only service plans in select markets for home and mobile WiMax service. The 4G Mobile Broadband Connect plan is priced at $50, which is $10 less than its standard 3G/4G service plan at $59.99. The plan is compatible with its recently launched U1901 USB modem and is available […]
Sprint Rolling Back Smartphone Restrictions on SERO Beginning October 1st
The segment of customers still under Sprint’s near incredible enthusiast friendly SERO plans are about to get what they’ve long desired since the availability of smart devices such as the HTC Hero and recent entries in the EVO 4G and forthcoming Epic 4G, as Sprint customer care representatives have confirmed that the carrier will allow […]
Sprint Updates Overdrive to Fix Bugs, Improve Performance
Sprint today issued version 2.06.06 for the 3G/4G Overdrive mobile hotspot. The firmware update makes several improvements, listed after the read more link below. The update is available for manual installation, as well as a new toolkit for network administrators to disable the built-in microSD card slot. Sprint reccomends all users update via sprint.com/downloads. Read […]