Sprint Delays HTC Touch Pro Launch
Sprint is confirming that the long-awaited HTC Touch Pro smart device will be delayed from its original launch date of October 19th to a new window between the end of the month into early November. The reason given by representatives for the delay concerns issues with adequate supply to meet the expected high demand for […]
Review: T-Mobile G1 (HTC Dream) – The First Google Android Phone
A full review of the first Google Android phone. Is the T-Mobile G1 a paradigm shift in mobile computing? Read more to find out. Plus, a few things about Android that you won’t find in any other review…
First Details and Images Surface of HTC Fuze for AT&T
A new member of the XDA Developers enthusiast community has posted the first images of the AT&T branded HTC Touch Pro, which will be branded Fuze by AT&T with a preliminary launch window set for later this month. The device is expected to be released on October 23rd for $299.99 after a new 2 year […]
Multiple T-Mobile G1 Android Reviews Leak Onto the Web
Multiple reviews of the final, production version of the T-Mobile G1 have leaked onto the web. The first was by former Engadget chief Ryan Block. And, the web site Android Community has posted a user review as well. Because PhoneNews.com is unable to review the T-Mobile G1 at this time, we will continue to feed […]
HTC Confirms No Touch HD Release in US via Twitter (Updated)
HTC has taken to the micro blog service Twitter to announce that it will not be offering a version of the hotly anticipated Touch HD now on sale in France and Germany. No further details were given on why the manufacturer has decided not to offer the device in North America, but speculation points to […]
Editorial: On iPhone’s Walled Garden
After camping out twice for iPhones, this editor-in-chief has decided to part ways with iPhone 3G. Find out why, and what Apple can do to win back my vote.
HTC Touch Cruise Updated to Windows Mobile 6.1
While not sold widely in the United States, the HTC Touch Cruise is technically the first UMTS-variant of the HTC Touch line to be sold in the United States. Sold only as an unlocked phone in the U.S., the phone was sold more abroad in countries like Australia, which helped HTC to justify the offering. […]
HTC Shadow 2 Surfaces for T-Mobile, Lacks 3G
While Shadow 2 may not be the final name for the product, photos have leaked of the second-generation version of the T-Mobile Shadow, again made by HTC. Click to enlarge… While the device looks largely unchanged on the outside, the device will at least feature a faster processor. That important change will enable UMA support, […]
HTC S740 “Rose” Slider Gains US FCC Approval, Lacks 3G Support
The FCC just approved HTC’s new S740 slider device, also known as the “Rose” for the US market, although 3G support isn’t offered in the first-released variant. The Windows Mobile 6.1-based device features a 3.2MP camera, MicroSD slot, a 2.4-inch TFT-LCD screen, Wi-Fi, GPS and A-GPS support, built-in RSS reader, a four-row slide-out QWERTY keypad, […]
Unlocked HTC Touch Diamond 3G Now Available At Best Buy In The US
The HTC Touch Diamond is now available at Best Buy stores in the US as an unlocked device for $699.99. Available in black only, the HSDPA device is listed as “in stock” at most stores, and available to ship from their warehouse within one business day. The Touch Diamond is Best Buy’s second exclusive sale […]