Users Call for HTC Class Action Suit
Angry consumers have launched HTCClassAction.org, which is an attempt to make future buyers and users aware of the fact that HTC manufactured devices may be “grossly underperforming.” The website claims that HTC has neglected its customers by both “Not providing the necessary drivers to take full advantage of the device” and “Misleading the public through […]
Photos Show HTC Touch Heading to Verizon
A user on HowardForums was able to capture some pictures of Verizon’s HTC Touch variant and leaked them out onto the net. Just posted yesterday are some pictures of the unannounced White HTC Touch for Verizon Wireless. As stated by an HTC representative, it is due out in March under the Verizon Wireless Brand as […]
Alltel Releases Own Version of HTC Touch
In a press release today, Alltel has announced that it will begin to carry the HTC Touch on its online store and through Alltel retail stores beginning today. The Alltel version of the Touch is identical to the version sold on Sprint with minor differences being color, bundled software, and my circle access. The Touch […]
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 […]
HTC Announces Touch Cruise with US 3G Support
HTC has announced the pending launch of yet another variant in the Touch lineup of handsets that utilize the manufacturer’s TouchFLO user interface on top of Windows Mobile 6 Professional Edition. Known as the Touch Cruise, this version includes an autonomous GPS receiver, Bluetooth 2.0, quadband GSM/EDGE and triband W-CDMA support with HSDPA high speed […]
T-Mobile Launches Shadow
T-Mobile has launched the Shadow which is planned to be the first of many devices under the new brand, also known as the HTC Juno. The Windows Mobile 6 Standard device is the first to include T-Mobile’s custom user interface designed to improve ease of use by assigning shortcuts to common features without navigating the […]
Sprint Launches Rumor and Touch
Sprint has officially launched both the Touch and LG Rumor today. Both are now available from Sprint’s web site. The Touch features a QVGA display, TouchFLO user interface for easier navigation with one hand, support for Sprint TV and Music Store, Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP stereo audio support, microSD expansion slot, 2.0 megapixel camera with […]
HTC Rolls Out Windows Mobile 6 Update for AT&T 8525
HTC has issued an update for the 8525 on AT&T that upgrades the device to Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional. Like other Windows Mobile 6 upgrades, HTC is offering the update for free to all users. However, HTC cautions users of Good Technology software to not upgrade as this version does not include the Good Mobile […]
T-Mobile Officially Announces HTC Shadow
T-Mobile today has announced the HTC Shadow. The device has been previously covered on PhoneNews.com. The only device changes to the vertical-sliding HTC model are in a new user interface offered by Microsoft for the device, which will enable easier access to the devices features. The EDGE+Wi-FI phone will be offered in time for Halloween […]
UTStarcom Updates Verizon XV6700 to AKU 3.3
In an unexpected development today, UTStarcom officially released an AKU 3.3 update for the Verizon XV6700. The XV6700 is still current in Verizon Wireless’s device lineup, set to be replaced next month with the XV6800 (identical to the PPC-6800 Mogul on Sprint). This update brings the latest service pack updates from Microsoft, and brings the […]