Verizon PRLs Updated
Verizon has updated their primary PRLs for both EV-DO phones as well as America’s Choice plans, and possibly others. Dial *228 and chose option two to receive the latest service update for your phone/plan.
Cingular: Nokia 6230 Updated
Nokia has issued firmware version 5.40 for the Nokia 6230 (also known as 6230b). This update improves EDGE reliability, Media Player and headset interaction, xHTML web browsing, carkit functionality, and MIDP 2.0 support. You can either send your phone to Nokia, or, for faster service we suggest sending your phone to Global Mobility. Firmware Tracker […]
Sprint: Samsung SP-i600 DUN Enabler
The code to enable dial-up networking on the Samsung SP-i600, enabling owners to use their phone as a modem, has been released onto the internet. To enable it, dial ##8778# and tethering will then be enabled.
Sprint: Firmware Updates Soon & Sanyo RL-4930
We have received reports that Sprint is planning to update multiple phone’s firmware soon. Specifically, the LG PM-225, Sanyo VI-2300, and Sanyo MM-8300 are expected to receive firmware updates in the near future. In addition, we can now confirm Sprint has decided to carry the Sanyo RL-4930, a ruggedized version of the Sanyo RL-4920, which […]
Samsung VM-A680 Firmware Updated
Sprint has issued firmware YG08 for the Samsung VM-A680. It is not known at this time what the update addresses. Despite this model’s support for Firmware Over-The-Air, Sprint does not yet offer updates OTA for the A680, you must take the phone to a Sprint Store for update. Firmware Tracker Updated…
Verizon: New America’s Choice PRLs (Updated)
Updated: In addition, viewers are also reporting that many EV-DO PRLs have also been updated. Many viewers are reporting Verizon has updated many PRL variants, focusing on America’s Choice plans. Dial *228 to get updated.
Sprint: Sierra AirCard 580 Updated
Sierra Wireless has issued an update to the AirCard 580. Connection Manager 3.1.6 is known to address issues with the device having difficulty connecting to EV-DO networks. AirCard 580 Update Page
Sprint: LG MM-535 Updated
Sprint has released firmware V43 for the LG MM-535. As we previously reported when we broke news of the update’s existence, the update will fix problems with the Media Player in the device. To update your phone, go to Settings > Setup/Others > Update Phone SW
Sprint Plans To Update PPC-6600
Sprint has confirmed that they plan to update the PPC-6600 Series to support EV-DO. While the update is not expected before the end of the year, and must be approved by Sprint, it will enable EV-DO status similar to the Verizon version of the device.
Verizon Treo 650 Updated
Palm has issued a firmware update for the Verizon version of the Treo 650. The 1.03 Updater improves support for roaming as well as updating the included Verizon Wireless Sync client on the device. Verizon Treo 650 1.03 Updater