FCC Reveals Verizon Fivespot Dual Mode Modem/Router by ZTE
Following up on the reveal of ZTE’s first handset for Verizon this past weekend, the FCC has revealed another device from the Chinese manufacturer also destined for the carrier in the Verizon Fivespot modem/router. The device, which is intended to replace the Novatel MiFi features dual-mode CDMA EVDO and HSPA 3G support for international roaming […]
Verizon Salute By ZTE Revealed by Wirefly
Third-party wireless phone retailer Wirefly has revealed the first handset manufactured by ZTE for Verizon in the Salute, which will be branded as the Verizon Wireless Salute. Verizon has confirmed that the carrier will offer the phone directly via its sales channels in the next few weeks. The Salute is a mid-range vertical slider featuring […]
Cricket Launches MSGM8 II
Cricket has launched the successor to its MSGM8 entry-level messaging device in the MSGM8 II from ZTE with minor improvements. The messaging device features a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth and voice control while supporting Cricket’s data services. The phone is now available for $79.99, with Cricket offering a $20 instant online discount when ordered online, […]
FCC Reveals ZTE Peel iPod Touch Sleeve from Sprint
The FCC has revealed a branded ZTE sleeve for the iPod Touch with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS radios that allows the device to act as an EV-DO enabled mobile broadband router for up to five devices. The prominent Sprint branding suggests that the carrier will launch the accessory in the near future. Neither Sprint nor […]
MetroPCS ZTE CE520 for MetroPCS Revealed By FCC
The FCC has revealed an unnancounced ZTE handset destined for MetroPCS in the CE520. The CE520 is a candybar type phone with a 3.5mm headfphone jack, music player, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, speakerphone and a microSDHC slot which supports 32GB cards.
Intel, Motorola and Samsung Announce Suppport for WiMax 2 Protocol
In a press release this morning, a consortium of companies consisting of Intel, Samsung, Motorola Alvarion, Beceem, GCT Semiconductor, Sequans, XRONet, ZTE and ITRI have announced intentions to collaborate on the development of the WiMax 2 standard by forming the WiMAX 2 Collaboration Initiative. The 802.16m air interface standard definition being branded WiMax 2 began […]
MetroPCS Launches ZTE Essenze Slider
MetroPCS has launched the ZTE Essenze slider after being unveiled as the ZTE C70 by the FCC in June. The phone features Bluetooth, GPS support, VGA camera and ChatLINK push to talk support. The phone is now available for $99.99 before an additional $20 mail-in rebate via American Express branded prepaid debit card, bringing the […]
Verizon Launches ZTE AD3700 Global Modem
Verizon has announced its first device from Chinese manufacturer ZTE in the AD3700 Global Modem. The AD3700 Global Modem features dualband CDMA EVDO Rev A quadband GSM/EDGE and triband UMTS/HSPA data access with a swiveling USB connector and automatic activation. The modem will be available on Friday for $129.99 before an additional $50 mail-in rebate […]
CTIA: Comsys Shows Us Phone-as-Aircard, ZTE Shows Us CDMA WiMAX Phones
Comsys and ZTE both had one mutual trick up their sleeves. The idea was inevitable: With WiMAX phones on the horizon, WiMAX phones should work easier than today’s phones as wireless modems for computers. The solution that Comsys appears to be embracing is the flip-out USB port model. The phone will carry a full USB […]
CTIA Photos & Details: ZTE
ZTE, the newest entrant to the mobile phone market in the United States, showed off its portfolio at this year’s CTIA. While the phones they announced were expected, what they didn’t announce was even more interesting