Motorola Announces EVDO Rev. A Push to Talk Solution
In a press release today, Motorola has announced the availability of a new Push to Talk solution which consists of a preloaded software client on mobile devices that the company claims provides comparable call setup to other more established solutions utilizing EVDO Rev. A data connections. Motorola also touted its implementation of other services within […]
Alltel Touch First to Receive EVDO Rev. A Upgrade
The first carrier to approve and deploy the long awaited EVDO Rev. A upgrade for the HTC Touch isn’t even available in many major markets, and requires EVDO data roaming in order for the device to receive the majority of its Rev A access. HTC has updated their support site for the Alltel Touch with […]
Motorola Conducts First EVDO Rev. A to LTE Handoffs
In a press release today, Motorola has announced that it has completed the first successful packet-switched VOIP calls and streaming video handoffs from an EVDO Rev. A base station to an LTE base station without any interruption in service. The handoff was completed by building handsets and equipping laptops with dual CDMA 1xEVDO Rev. A […]
Alltel Advertisement Introduces LG Glimmer
A HowardForums user has posted two pictures regarding the introduction of the LG Glimmer for Alltel Wireless. Specficiations include a large 2.8″ Touch screen, haptic feedback for touchscreen inputs, a numeric slider, microSD expandable memory slot, Bluetooth 1.2, a 2.0 megapixel camera with 5x zoom, a camcorder with flash, EVDO, built-in 128MB of memory, and […]
CDMA Version of HTC Shift Revealed on FCC Website
While the HTC Shift still has yet to fully be released in its GSM/UMTS form, the FCC’s device approval web site has revealed a second version of the device. While almost identical to the original Shift, the new Shift replaces its GSM/UMTS radio with an EV-DO mobile broadband card built-in. HTC has referred to the […]
Verizon Launches HTC SMT5800
Verizon has launched the HTC SMT5800. The device has previously been released on Qwest, Verizon is the first national carrier to release the device. The SMT5800 combines Windows Mobile 6 Standard with a slide-out mini keyboard, and an EV-DO Rev A-ready phone. The device carries a similar feature set to the XV6800, device form-factor differences […]
MetroPCS to Upgrade and Launch New Markets with EVDO Service
In an investor conference call today, MetroPCS announced that three existing markets will be upgraded to 1xEVDO data services, and four new markets will be launched with the upgraded data service. Customers in Dallas, Detroit, and Los Angeles will be upgraded to 1xEVDO high speed service while Boston, Las Vegas, New York, and Philadelphia are […]
Verizon Releases Kyocera KPC680 Rev A ExpressCard
Earlier today, Verizon Wireless and Kyocera Wireless Corporation released the KPC680 ExpressCard with CDMA2000 1x EV-DO Rev.A technology. It features a revamped detachable, corkscrew flip-up antenna design, dual external antenna ports enabling better reception and performance, a dual color LED service status indicator and a smaller compact design measuring in at 4.49" (H) x 1.34" […]
Verizon Settles Probe Into “Unlimited” BroadbandAccess Service in New York
Verizon has settled a nine-month investigation into deceptive business practices by the office of New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo. Under the agreement, Verizon will pay $150,000 in fines and penalties, while reimbursing 13,000 affected customers for purchased laptop aircards and tethered handsets that had services terminated at an estimated total of $1,000,000. Verizon […]
Verizon Launches UTStarcom UM150 USB Modem
Verizon has also launched the Verizon Wireless UM150 USB Modem from UTStarcom. Like the recently launched USB727 modem from Novatel Wireless, the UM150 features a microSD slot with support for 4GB cards, as well as a retractable antenna and Y cable extension for increased reception. The modem is now available online for $129.99 with a […]