
Verizon to Waive Voice/SMS Charges for Hurricane Sandy Victims; Sprint, AT&T Waive Late Fees
Verizon waives select service charges for Hurricane Sandy victims while AT&T and Sprint waive late fees.

Microsoft Announces Windows Phone 8 Launch Plans
Microsoft confirms its retail plans for Windows Phone 8

Verizon Opens Pre-Order Page for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Verizon opens a pre-order page for its version of the Samsung Galaxy Note II, now set to launch late next month

Deal: Samsung Galaxy Nexus for Verizon Wireless – $229 Without Contract
Verizon Wireless is offering a refurbished version of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus for $229, sans any contract.

Verizon Now Allowing iPhone 4/4S on $80 Monthly Prepaid Plan, Page Plus Prepares New Plan
Verizon quietly allows activation of the iPhone 4 and 4S on its prepaid smartphone plan, while Page Plus prepares a new smartphone oriented plan with more data access and unlimited MMS.

Isis Mobile Payment Trials to Launch October 22nd, T-Mobile to Rollout Support First
Multi-carrier backed mobile payment initiative Isis ramps up for the forthcoming launch of service trials, now set for next week.

Verizon-Powered Samsung Galaxy S Showcase Listed on Walmart.com, Samsung Galaxy Discover Surfaces
StraightTalk leaks out two more new Samsung Android phones launching in the next month

On the Unlocked iPhone 5 And The nanoSIM: Where Prepaid Options Stand
I give my thoughts and analysis on how the iPhone 5’s nanoSIM will affect options for prepaid service in the US and how Verizon’s iPhone 5 is a viable option for those waiting on the factory unlocked version.

Verizon iPhone 5 Shipping with Unlocked SIM Slot, Will Work With AT&T/T-Mobile SIM Cards
Verizon’s iPhone 5 features a nice surprise for international travelers and unlocked phone enthusiasts as it features a fully unlocked SIM slot with US GSM network support. Full analysis after the break

Samsung Announces Galaxy Note II
Samsung announces its successor to the popular Galaxy Note in the Note II with a multi-carrier US launch in November.