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October 28, 2012
T-Mobile Prepares For Hurricane Sandy!
T-Mobile is preparing for Hurricane Sandy, their engineering teams are continuing to prepare and monitoring the storm. They are setting up regional command centers and staging areas in and around the Eastern Seaboard. These are mostly located in the areas that will have the potential for landfall and severe impact. Throughput the year they have made large investments throughout the entire year in cell-on-wheels(COW’s), extra cell site backup generators, microwave technology equipment, and other equipment and tools. These have helped to enhance the stability of the network and will help with network recovery operations. In addition T-Mobile is has access to additional fuel supplies for generators and company vehicles for the use in network recovery, are coordinating closely with the recovery efforts of local, state and federal agencies in the areas affected by the potential storm, have access to extra fuel supplies for generators and company vehicles, are setting up cell-on-wheels(COW’s), T-Mobile has crisis plans for employees, monitoring evacuation efforts and routes, Equipment is being readied to be trucked into affected areas, and much more! T-Mobile has also complied several tips which can be seen below. T-Mobile has highly suggested that you Keep your phone batteries charged at all times, consider purchasing a portable battery pack and have it charged ahead of time, utilize text messaging to communicate instead of voice calls to save battery, Learn about T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling: http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-1680, and if needed you can contact T-Mobile Customer Care at http://my.t-mobile.com, by calling 611 from your T-Mobile handset or dial 1-800-937-8997. For more information on T-Mobile preparation for Hurricane Sandy, please see the press release below. Stay Safe!
Press Release
Statement: T-Mobile Prepares for Impact of Hurricane Sandy
Readying Network Along Entire Eastern Seaboard, Including Mid-Atlantic and Northeast
Bellevue, Wash. — Oct. 26, 2012
T-Mobile engineering teams are monitoring and continuing to prepare for Hurricane Sandy, establishing regional staging areas and network Command Centers throughout the Eastern Seaboard, and especially in the areas of potential landfall or severe impact, including the mid-Atlantic states of Virginia, Maryland and Delaware; New Jersey, New York and areas north including Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
T-Mobile has made significant investments throughout the year in supplemental cell site backup generators, microwave technology equipment and cell-on-wheels (COWs), along with other tools and equipment to enhance the stability and, when necessary, the recovery of our network operations.
T-Mobile is taking the following additional steps to prepare the company’s network for the potential impact of Hurricane Sandy:
- T-Mobile has access to additional fuel supplies for generators and company vehicles for the use in network recovery and other emergency circumstances.
- Backup generators and fuel tanks for regional network switch operations are being put in place and tested, and fuel is being topped off for all generators in the potential path of Hurricane Sandy.
- Equipment is being readied to be trucked into affected areas to facilitate back-haul or data communication from the cell sites to T-Mobile’s network switches in the event that fixed-line service fails.
- T-Mobile is staging COWs in neighboring markets to move in and provide additional wireless communications capacity in the hardest-hit areas.
- The company is monitoring evacuation efforts and routes, and taking steps to increase wireless capacity in these areas.
- T-Mobile will coordinate closely with the recovery efforts of local, state and federal agencies in the areas affected by the potential storm.
- For employees, T-Mobile has crisis plans in place for those in the path of a storm, and will respond quickly to help safeguard our employees and our facilities.
Tips for T-Mobile Customers
To better facilitate communication during and after Hurricane Sandy, and to alleviate anticipated network congestion, T-Mobile recommends its customers follow these important tips:
- Keep your phone batteries charged at all times. Have an alternative plan to recharge your battery in case of a power outage, such as charging your wireless device by using your car charger or having extra mobile phone batteries on hand.
- Consider purchasing a portable battery pack and have it charged ahead of time so that you will have a back-up source of power for your phone.
- Utilize text messaging to communicate instead of voice calls. Text messaging has a greater success rate in getting through the network during high-usage periods versus voice calls.
- Keep your voice calls short in duration.
- Now is a good time to begin familiarizing yourself with WiFi calling functionality, a unique feature that allows all T-Mobile customers to place calls via WiFi and can come in very handy in the event that the T-Mobile network experiences service delays or disruptions due to capacity issues, power issues, or high winds and severe weather. Learn about T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling: http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-1680
- For T-Mobile Customer Care assistance, please visit http://my.t-mobile.com, call 611 from your T-Mobile handset or dial 1-800-937-8997.
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August 23, 2012
T-Mobile Unveils The Concord; A No-Contract Smartphone!
Today, T-Mobile announced the Concord by ZTE. It is their newest no-contract Android smartphone! It features a 2 megapixel back camera, 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen display, midnight blue color, 3G network connection, Android 2.3 Gingerbread, and much more. It can be purchased from target around August 26th, 2012 for $99.99 with certain T-Mobile Monthly4G Plans and you get it now from Walmart for $99.98 using a Walmart Family Mobile no annual contract plan. Overall, the T-Mobile Concord seems like great device and is definitely very affordable. If you are looking for simple smartphone with a low price point the T-Mobile Concord may be right for you. For more information check out the press release below!
Press Release
T-Mobile Expands Its No Annual Contract Android Lineup with the T-Mobile Concord
T-Mobile to offer its most affordable no annual contract Android smartphone for under $100
Bellevue, Wash. — Aug. 23, 2012
T-Mobile USA, Inc., today announced the availability of the T-Mobile® Concord™, T-Mobile’s most affordable no annual contract Android™ option for those stepping up to their first smartphone. The Concord will be available to T-Mobile customers through a variety of no annual contract plans, including via T-Mobile Monthly4G™ and Walmart Family Mobile™.
Manufactured by ZTE, the T-Mobile Concord is equipped with the necessary features to keep customers connected with friends and family. The 3G smartphone is powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread and is ideal for basic Web surfing, searching for a location via Google Maps or accessing favorite social networking sites. Coming in a sleek, midnight blue color finish, the new smartphone features a 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen display and is equipped with a 2-megapixel camera, making it easy to capture and share memories.
Paired with one of T-Mobile’s single-line, Monthly4G no annual contract plans, customers have access to unlimited talk, text and worry-free data that doesn’t have a hard cap or result in overage fees, as well as access to T-Mobile’s nationwide 4G network. The T-Mobile Concord can also be paired with Walmart’s Family Mobile service, a monthly, no-annual-contract wireless plan option for individuals or families, also powered by T-Mobile’s nationwide network.
The T-Mobile Concord is expected to be available at Target starting August 26 for $99.99 with a qualifying Monthly4G plan. The T-Mobile Concord is also currently available at Walmart for $99.98 paired with a Walmart Family Mobile no annual contract plan.
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July 30, 2012
Galaxy Note Lands August 8 On T-Mobile!
Earlier today via Twitter T-Mobile announced that the Galaxy Note will be landing on August 8! You can see the tweet below:
Note Takers – The Samsung #GalaxyNote will be on T-Mobile Aug. 8th! More details here: t-mo.co/MVIXda
— T-Mobile USA (@TMobile) July 30, 2012
Now, this is essentially the same as the Galaxy Note for AT&T, it is just branded for T-Mobile and is launching with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. It still features the large 5.3 inch Super AMOLED display, 8 megapixel back camera with LED flash, T-Mobile 4G Speeds(HSPA+42), 16GB of internal space, micro SD card slot, 1.5GHz Dual-Core Processor with 1GB of RAM, Commercial Mobile Alert System ready, S Pen and full productivity suite, 2 megapixel front facing camera, and much more! Samsung seems to have missed out on an opportunity to update the hardware on this device. It will cost $249.99 with a 2-year contract and once again is landing August 8(next Wednesday) on T-Mobile. For More Information On The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note, Please Click Here.
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May 4, 2012
T-Mobile Unveils The Prism!
T-Mobile has announced a new smartphone the Prism. It is there newest budget-friendly smartphone. And it will be available on May 6, 2012 at Best Buy, May 9 at Walmart , May 23rd it will finally land on www.T-Mobile.com and T-Mobile retail stores. It features a 3.5-inch capacitive touch screen display, Android 2.3 Gingerbread, T-Mobile 3G, 3.2 mega-pixel back camera, 1400mAh lithium-ion battery, 600MHz Qualcomm Processor, and more. This seems like to be a great first-time smartphone for T-Mobile customers. It will work on either their T-Mobile Monthly 4G Plan or with a 2-year contract. If you put it on the pre-paid plan it will cost $149.99 . This price is without a 2-year contract. If you sign a 2-year contract the Prism will cost you $19.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card. For more info check out the Press Release below.
Press Release
Statement: T-Mobile Introduces Its Latest Budget-Friendly Smartphone: T-Mobile Prism
Built for first-time smartphone customers, the new Android device is expected to be available starting May 6.
Bellevue, Wash. — May. 2, 2012
T-Mobile USA, Inc., today announced the upcoming availability of the T-Mobile Prism, the latest budget-friendly option for cost-conscious consumers looking for their first smartphone. The T-Mobile Prism will be available to T-Mobile customers through flexible pricing options, including no annual contract paired with a T-Mobile Monthly4G plan or paired with a two-year T-Mobile Classic or Value plan.
Powered by Android™ 2.3 Gingerbread and featuring a 3.5-inch HVGA touch screen, the new 3G smartphone enables T-Mobile customers to easily surf the Web, access their favorite social networking sites and choose from thousands of applications to download from Google Play. The T-Mobile Prism also makes it simple to capture and share photos and videos via its 3.2-megapixel camera with digital zoom and video recorder. With the T-Mobile Prism, customers can sync multiple email accounts, including Microsoft Exchange, Google calendar and contacts, T-Mobile contacts, and more.
The T-Mobile Prism is expected to be available at Best Buy starting May 6, at Walmart starting May 9 and available nationwide at T-Mobile retail stores, online via www.T-Mobile.com and at select dealers beginning May 23. The T-Mobile Prism is expected to cost $19.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan or $149.99 via no annual contract.
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April 25, 2012
T-Mobile HTC One S Now Available!
T-Mobile’s latest and greatest smartphone has arrived! Yes, the HTC One S is now available on T-Mobile. This device retails for $199.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate with a 2-year contract! Or if you get the One S with no-contract it is going to cost $599.99! Now, the HTC One S has many great features like Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, HTC Sense 4.0, 8 mega-pixel back camera with HTC Image Sense, full high-definition (HD) 1080p recording, 1.5GHz, dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor by Qualcomm, 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED screen, ont-facing camera, a free 25GB of Cloud Storage in Dropbox, 1650 mAh battery, and much more! This is T-Mobile first device to be shipping with Android 4.0 and HTC Sense 4.0 ! While we don’t have our full review on the One S just yet, you can check out our hands-on below. To Get Your T-Mobile HTC One S Or For More Info On This Device, Please Click Here. Be sure to let us know if you get it!
T-Mobile HTC One S Hands-On
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April 20, 2012
Pre-Order The T-Mobile HTC One S From Costco!
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Costco has an exclusive pre-order offer that may be of great interest to you. Earlier this week we gave you the hands-on with the T-Mobile HTC One S! It will be available on April 25, 2012! However, if you pre-order from Costco you have the chance of getting it early and you get a $25 Costco Cash Card, via a rebate. If you pre-order it on or before April 22, the device will arrive on the 25th! A pre-order on April 23, will get you your One S on the 26th! And finally a pre-order on April 24, means your device will arrive on the 27th! So, I have a feeling that if you pre-order like now, it may arrive before the 25. But, keep in mind that this just me speculating. The real bonus is that for pre-ordering you get a $25 Costco cash card. You Can Pre-Order The T-Mobile HTC One S From Costco, By Clicking Here. Not only do you get the One S and a $25 Costco cash card, you will also get an accessory bundle! So if you want this device, why not pre-order it from Costco? It seems like it is a great deal! For more info on the T-Mobile HTC One S, Click Here To See Our Hands-On With It. Be Sure To Let Us Know If You Pre-Order!
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April 19, 2012
T-Mobile HTC One S Hands-On
It’s almost here, your only six days away from the opportunity to owning your very own HTC ONE S. We got a chance to greet this new device at an exclusive event T-Mobile hosted in a chic location downtown NYC in the Meatpacking district. Carly Foulkes the leggy beautiful actress now spokeswoman for T-Mobile made a guest appearance. T-Mobile has given her an edgier look this year to convey the message that their 4G network is here and its worth giving it a try. Well there is a slew of devices running 4G on there network and on the 25th they will add a new member, the HTC ONE S.
First reaction about this phone is that it’s a very well designed device.The uni-body design gives it some really nice lines and curves. Upon picking it up the device is perfectly weighted, they seem to have achieve the perfect balance not too light or heavy. The Super AMOLED screen is very bright and Android 4.0 is super snappy on it. With it just running a dual care Snapdragon the fluidity was impressive. I really got to see it in action when we activated the camera into burst mode and it took 20 photos without any lag. Can’t say much about video or photo quality because the room was oddly light with red glowing lights. The phone is really slim at 7.95mm and feels really sturdy. Overall I like what I saw and can’t wait to give it a full test. Jump after the specs to see our hands on.
SPECS
The ONE S is running on T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ 42. It features a 1.5GHz, dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor by Qualcomm, 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED screen, 8 mega-pixel back camera with HTC Image Sense, full high-definition (HD) 1080p recording, front-facing camera, a free 25GB of Cloud Storage in Dropbox, 1650 mAh battery, and much more! It is also ultra-thin at just 7.95 millimeters. It has with both HTC Sense 4 and Android 4.0 Ice Cream. T-Mobile HTC One S will retail for $199.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate with a 2-year contract. For more info on this device, go here: http://www.t-mobile.com/one or http://www.htc.com/us/products/htcones-tmobile.
T-Mobile HTC One S Hands-On
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April 18, 2012
T-Mobile HTC One S Lands On April 25!
T-Moible and HTC have just confirmed that the HTC One S will be available on April 25! It will be T-Mobile’s first device that i shipping with both HTC Sense 4 and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich! It will be running on T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ 42! It features a 1.5GHz, dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor by Qualcomm, 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED screen, 8 mega-pixel back camera with HTC Image Sense, full high-definition (HD) 1080p recording, front-facing camera, a free 25GB of Cloud Storage in Dropbox, 1650 mAh battery, and much more! It is also ultra-thin at just 7.95 millimeters, this is thanks to its uni-body design. Overall, I am very excited about the T-Mobile HTC One S! Our full hands-on is coming very soon! The HTC One S on T-Mobile will retail for $199.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate with a 2-year contract. For more info on this device, go here: http://www.t-mobile.com/one or http://www.htc.com/us/products/htcones-tmobile. Stay Tuned for the hands-on and full review!
Press Release
T-Mobile Launches Ultra-Sleek HTC One S April 25
T-Mobile’s Thinnest Smartphone Brings an Amazing Camera and Beats Audio™ Integration to America’s Largest 4G Network
Bellevue, Wash. — Apr. 18, 2012
Today, T-Mobile USA, Inc. and HTC Corp. announced the highly anticipated HTC One™ S will be available at T-Mobile® stores nationwide on April 25. As HTC’s premier launch partner in the U.S., T-Mobile will be the first to offer the ultra-sleek HTC One S, which is the company’s first device to ship with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and HTC Sense™ 4.
The latest smartphone from T-Mobile to take advantage of 4G (HSPA+ 42) technology on America’s Largest 4G Network,™ the HTC One S provides T-Mobile customers with an amazing camera and authentic sound technology, plus a diverse selection of apps and services that give customers amazing 4G experiences.
“The HTC One series is a revolutionary device portfolio and we’re proud to be the first carrier to introduce the HTC One S to the U.S. market,” said Andrew Sherrard, senior vice president of marketing, T-Mobile USA. “With a stunningly thin design that doesn’t compromise performance, the HTC One S is a sleek 4G smartphone with beauty and brains that our customers will be proud to show off.”
With the HTC One S, customers will find a fantastic music experience that works seamlessly on T-Mobile’s 4G network. Customers can listen to their music libraries — up to 20,000 songs — straight from the cloud and purchase new music on the go with Google Play. Virtually all audio experiences sound better on the HTC One S thanks to its built-in Beats Audio™ technology, which provides a richer and more authentic sound experience whether consumers are watching movies, listening to music or playing games. Customers will be able to enjoy hours of entertainment on the HTC One S due to software enhancements and a 1650 mAh battery that provide long-lasting performance.
Featuring an 8-megapixel back-side illuminated camera and HTC ImageSense,™ which provides a variety of enhancements to the camera’s lens, sensor and software, the HTC One S is always ready to capture pictures in the blink of an eye. Consumers have immediate access to their cameras from their home screens and a super-fast auto focus with continuous shooting to take photos at 4 frames per second simply by holding the shutter button. In addition, the smartphone enables high-quality video recording with a full high-definition (HD) 1080p camcorder and the ability to concurrently capture HD video and still images at the same time. With access to 25 GB of free cloud storage from DropBox, HTC One S customers also can bring their photos, documents and videos virtually anywhere they go and upload new content to the cloud via T-Mobile’s network or Wi-Fi. HTC One S also gives customers a new way to share their content through use of HTC’s wireless Media Link HD accessory.* The small accessory allows easy sharing of any content on the phone with any TV that supports HDMI.
“Blending the latest technology with HTC’s focus on consumer experience, the HTC One S allows people to capture amazing high-definition video and photos at the same time with merely a touch of their finger,” said Martin Fichter, vice president, product management, HTC Americas. “And HTC’s Media Link HD accessory provides an easy wireless solution to share those great photos, videos and other entertainment on their TV screen with a swipe of their hand.”
Also included with the HTC One S are applications that deliver added value, utility and fun. T-Mobile TV makes it possible to enjoy free or premium live and on-demand programs, from the hottest TV shows to kids’ programs. With the Amazon Mobile application, T-Mobile customers can search and buy millions of products directly from their device and receive special offers on select merchandise. Also highlighted is a T-Mobile-exclusive version of the popular “Where’s My Water?” game from Disney Mobile, with ten levels that can’t be played anywhere else.
The ultra-sleek and modern HTC One S will be available in gradient blue and is T-Mobile’s thinnest smartphone (7.95mm). In addition to featuring a beautiful 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED screen, the HTC One S is equipped with a 1.5GHz, dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor by Qualcomm® and access to T-Mobile’s fastest 4G (HSPA+ 42) speeds, making the HTC One S a powerful device ideal for customers seeking a fantastic mobile experience.
Availability
The HTC One S will be available on April 25 at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers, national retailers and online at http://www.t-mobile.com for $199.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card with qualifying two-year agreement. For more information, visit http://www.t-mobile.com/one or http://www.htc.com/us/products/htcones-tmobile.
Use of some features requires qualifying data plan and/or access to a Wi-Fi connection.
*HTC Media Link HD accessory sold separately.
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February 28, 2012
Nokia Lumia 710 Review
Our friends at Nokia have sent us the Lumia 710 for us to review! It is their first Windows Phone for the United State’s market. It runs on T-Mobile and comes in at a very low price with contract. Nokia is re-entering the US Market in a very strong way, they already have the Lumia 710 and more devices are on the on their way. Now, let’s get started with the full review of the Nokia Lumia 710!
Design
The Nokia Lumia 710 features a great design. Nokia has a great design team, and there work is found on Lumia 710. The device comes in either black or white. On the front of the device you have the front speaker, Nokia logo, T-Mobile logo, and the back, home, and search buttons. The buttons slightly raised off the surface of the front. On the left hand side you can find the volume rocker and camera button. On the top of the device you have the micro USB port, headphone jack, and the power/sleep button. On the back of the device you will find the 5 mega-pixel camera with LED flash, Nokia logo, speaker, microphone, and the Nokia 710 logo. If you take the back cover off you will find the battery and the T-Mobile SIM Card slot. Keep in mind that Lumia 710 has no micro SD card slot. I don’t see this being much of an issue, as the phone is geared for first-time smartphone users. On the bottom of the phone toward the left hand side you will find 2(two) holes, this were you can put a lanyard/charm through the device. This way you can personalize or pull it out of your bag quickly. When holding the phone is fits very nice into your hand and is very comfortable to hold. The design of the Nokia Lumia 710 is very nice.
Hardware
Now, we move onto the specs on Lumia 710. It has a 3.7-inch ClearBlack LCD display with a resolution of 800 x 480. The quality of the screen is pretty good, in terms of viewing angles most of them are good. Although it does get washed-out if you look at it from a very bad angle. You get 8GB of internal space and that is what you are limited too. There is no micro SD card slot on this device. The Lumia 710 is a pretty snappy device, it has a 1.4GHz Snapdragon Processor with 512MB of RAM. This keep’s the device running pretty quickly, and then of course you have 4G speeds from T-Mobile. In terms of speeds on this device, they were pretty well-rounded. For download our average was 2.5Mbps and our upload average was 1Mbps. We have around 3-4 bars of coverage from T-Mobile in our area. Keep in mind that Data speeds vary depending on how good T-Mobile’s service is in your area. Call quality was superb on the Lumia 710, we could hear them loud and clear and the other end could hear us just as well. On the back of the device you have a 5 mega-pixel camera with LED flash that records 720pHD video. On the front you have a VGA camera. While still images could be better, video quality is great. If you are the kind of person who uses the camera a lot, it is not the best option for you. As quality could be better, but for the first-time smartphone user I don’t see why you couldn’t go for this device. Nokia has done a great job with the Hardware on the Lumia 710.
Operating System
The Nokia Lumia 710 is running on Windows Phone Mango(7.5). Windows Phone Mango is the same experience, for the most part, on every single Windows Phone device. While the applications may differ, the design and flow of the operating system does not. The Lumia 710 and Windows Phone Mango are a perfect match, the OS runs perfectly on this device. There is almost no lag time and it is seamlessly integrated in with the device. Nokia and T-Mobile have put great apps on this device, and I would not consider them bloatware what so ever. All of the pre-loaded applications come in very handy. For starters if your into sports, you will love the exclusive ESPN app that comes on the Lumia 710. You can get live scores from the games and much more. You also get Nokia Drive, but the downside is you have to download a lot of stuff for it work fully. But one you get past the downloading you will end up loving this great Navigation tool. Overall, Nokia did a great job with the operating system on the Lumia 710.
Bottom Line
The Nokia Lumia 710 for T-Mobile is a good smartphone. It is meant for people making the switch to smart device, and it is perfect for that. However, if you want a Windows Phone device do not hesitate to get the Lumia 710. It will work good for the most part. If you love having a great camera on the back of your phone, you can find better devices on T-Mobile. Ah but, if your okay with not having the bets camera out there, then I see no reason why you shouldn’t at least consider the Nokia Lumia 710. T-Mobile’s Online Store is offering a great deal, the Nokia Lumia 710 is free with a 2-year contract through March 1 2012! After March 1 this deal will no longer be offered, so be sure to go to their site and get it while you can for this great price! Usually the Nokia Lumia 710 will cost you $49.99 with a 2-year contract or $349.99 with no contract. You Can Get Your Nokia Lumia 710 From T-Mobile, By Clicking Here. We would like to thank Nokia for providing us with a copy of the “Nokia Lumia 710 For T-Mobile”.
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February 22, 2012
T-Mobile’s Galaxy S Blaze 4G Lands In March!
The T-Mobile Galaxy S Blaze 4G was unveiled back at CES, but not much info was given. They basically gave us no info on this device, so it was the guessing game. Well today, all of that changes T-Mobile has unleashed the Galaxy S Blaze 4G! It will be available in March, and it is the latest addition to Galaxy S line of devices at T-Mobile. It will be running on T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ 42 network. This device will keep the consumer both contacted and entertained, this something that almost all smartphone owners want. It will have Netflix streaming and T-Mobile TV in HD quality. For navigation you will get TeleNav GPS Navigator, this will give you turn-by-turn directions. A customized version of Yelp is also found on this device. It allows you to save profiles, this way you can keep your preferences saved. T-Mobile 4GPro App Pack is also included on the Blaze 4G! It will be running on Android 2.3 Gingerbread, no Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich to be found. Hopefully a future upgrade is in the works. For speed you have a 1.5GHz Dual-Core Snapdragon S3 processor by Qualcomm and T-Mobiles 4G HSPA+42 Network. Samsung is known for their screens and the Galaxy S Blaze 4G has a 3.97-inch Super AMOLED touch display. On the back you have a 5 mega-pixel camera with LED Flash and it records video in 720pHD quality. On the front of the device you have a 1.3 mega-pixel front-facing camera. It will cost you $149.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card with a 2-year contract. For more info check out the Press Release below.
Press Release
T-Mobile Announces March Availability for Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G
The latest addition to T-Mobile’s fastest 4G device lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G keeps consumers entertained and connected
Bellevue, Wash. — Feb. 22, 2012
T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.,1 today confirmed the upcoming March availability of the Samsung Galaxy S® Blaze™ 4G, exclusively from T-Mobile®. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G is the latest addition to the successful Galaxy S line of products, and T-Mobile’s newest fast 4G smartphone to take advantage of 4G (HSPA+42) technology, providing customers with the ability to browse the Web faster than the average home Internet2 connection while on the go.
Consumers are increasingly demanding more from their smartphones — keeping them entertained, staying connected with loved ones and enabling them to complete more tasks using a single device. A recent T-Mobile survey3 found 79 percent of smartphone users are less likely to carry other technology devices, such as cameras, laptops and GPS devices, when they have their smartphone.
T-Mobile’s newest 4G smartphone offers a variety of features and applications to help consumers be entertained and have access to the information they need when they need it. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G entertainment offerings make it easy for T-Mobile customers to stream their favorite movies on Netflix®, enjoy live or on-demand TV programs on T-Mobile® TV in mobile HD4 or download a popular movie or TV show using Samsung Media Hub. Additionally, the smartphone features TeleNav GPS Navigator, which provides hands-free, voice-guided turn-by-turn driving directions, real-time traffic alerts, full-color 3-D moving maps and local alerts, helping customers get to where they need to go. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also comes preloaded with a customized version of the Yelp mobile application, featuring the ability to save profiles so users can keep preferences the same with one touch in any city, making it easy to find and read reviews for local places to eat, shop, drink and play.
Also pre-loaded on the device, the T-Mobile 4GPro App Pack offers an aggregation of key business applications, such as DropBox, Evernote, Square, TripIt, Camscanner and LinkedIn, helping busy consumers be even more productive while balancing their professional and personal lives.
“The Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G is loaded with rich features and services to keep consumers entertained and connected virtually anywhere they want to go,” said Andrew Sherrard, senior vice president, marketing, T-Mobile USA. “Paired with T-Mobile’s fast 4G network and our unlimited data plans, we’re making it easy for consumers to enjoy the benefits of 4G experiences at a price they can afford.”
Featuring a sleek and stylish form factor, the smartphone comes in a carbon black color and runs on Android™2.3 Gingerbread. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also features a Snapdragon™ S3 processor by Qualcomm® with 1.5 GHz dual-core CPUs and a beautiful 3.97-inch Super AMOLED™ touch screen providing consumers with a rich experience watching their favorite movie or TV show on the device.
The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also makes it easy to connect and share photos and video with loved ones. It features a 720p HD video recorder, 5-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom, flash and advanced shooting modes, as well as a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat.
Availability
The Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G is expected to be available at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and retailers nationwide, and online at http://www.t-mobile.com starting late March. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G is expected to cost $149.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate card, with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. For more information, visit http://galaxy-s.t-mobile.com/samsung-galaxy-blaze.
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December 19, 2011
AT&T Drops It’s Bids For T-Mobile
AT&T has just announced that it has withdrawn it’s bid to buy out T-Moible. They have made this decision after a very thorough review of their options. They began there biding in March of this year. Randall Stephenson, AT&T chairman and CEO, had to say this about the announcement:
“AT&T will continue to be aggressive in leading the mobile Internet revolution, Over the past four years we have invested more in our networks than any other U.S. company. As a result, today we deliver best-in-class mobile broadband speeds – connecting smartphones, tablets and emerging devices at a record pace – and we are well under way with our nationwide 4G LTE deployment”.
If they had bought out T-Mobile they would have gotten more spectrum, which they very much so need. However, AT&T will counties to look for more spectrum. They also are asking the regulators for 2 man things. The first is to allow the free markets to work so that additional spectrum is available to meet the immediate needs of the U.S. wireless industry. The second would be to enact legislation to meet our nation’s longer-term spectrum needs. We will have to see what the regulators and policy makers say, hopefully they will find more spectrum from somewhere. For more info see the press release below.
Press Release
AT&T Ends Bid To Add Network Capacity
Through T-Mobile USA Purchase
Company Reaffirms Its Commitment to Mobile Broadband Leadership
Dallas, Texas, December 19, 2011
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) said today that after a thorough review of options it has agreed with Deutsche Telekom AG to end its bid to acquire T-Mobile USA, which began in March of this year.
The actions by the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of Justice to block this transaction do not change the realities of the U.S. wireless industry. It is one of the most fiercely competitive industries in the world, with a mounting need for more spectrum that has not diminished and must be addressed immediately. The AT&T and T-Mobile USA combination would have offered an interim solution to this spectrum shortage. In the absence of such steps, customers will be harmed and needed investment will be stifled.
“AT&T will continue to be aggressive in leading the mobile Internet revolution,” said Randall Stephenson, AT&T chairman and CEO. “Over the past four years we have invested more in our networks than any other U.S. company. As a result, today we deliver best-in-class mobile broadband speeds – connecting smartphones, tablets and emerging devices at a record pace – and we are well under way with our nationwide 4G LTE deployment.
“To meet the needs of our customers, we will continue to invest,” Stephenson said. “However, adding capacity to meet these needs will require policymakers to do two things. First, in the near term, they should allow the free markets to work so that additional spectrum is available to meet the immediate needs of the U.S. wireless industry, including expeditiously approving our acquisition of unused Qualcomm spectrum currently pending before the FCC. Second, policymakers should enact legislation to meet our nation’s longer-term spectrum needs.
“The mobile Internet is a dynamic industry that can be a critical driver in restoring American economic growth and job creation, but only if companies are allowed to react quickly to customer needs and market forces,” Stephenson said.
To reflect the break-up considerations due Deutsche Telekom, AT&T will recognize a pretax accounting charge of $4 billion in the 4th quarter of 2011. Additionally, AT&T will enter a mutually beneficial roaming agreement with Deutsche Telekom.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
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December 14, 2011
T-Mobile Unveils The Nokia Lumia 710
Today T-Moible unveils the Nokia Lumia 710. It is Nokia’s first Windows Phone to hit the United States. It is going to a deliver a leading-entry level Windows Phone experience to nearly 150 million Americans who will be getting a smartphone. It will be running on T-Mobile’s HSPA+ 4G Network. The Nokia Lumia 710 features access to T-Moible TV, Netflix, Internet Explorer Mobile Web, and more. It features a 3.7 inch touch screen display with a resolution of 800 x 480 WVGA, 1.4GHz Snapdragon Processor, 512MB of RAM, Windows Phone 7.5 Operating System, 8GB of Internal Memory, 5 mega-pixel back camera with LED Flash, 720pHD video recording, and more. It seems like it is meant to be a first time smartphone. It will cost you only $49.99 with a 2-year contract after a $50 mail-in-rebate. It will be available on January 11. For more info check out the T-Moible Nokia Lumia 710 site here: http://www.t-mobile.com/lumia . I cannot wait to get my hands-on the T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 710, it seems like a great device. Let us know if you’re going to go out and get it. For more info see the press release below.
Press Release
T-Mobile Brings Nokia Lumia 710 to the U.S.
Nokia and T-Mobile deliver a leading entry-level Windows Phone experience to the nearly 150 million Americans still to make the transition to smartphones
Bellevue, Wash. and Sunnyvale, Calif. — Dec. 14, 2011
T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Nokia today announced the upcoming availability of the Nokia Lumia 710, the firstWindows Phone from Nokia in the United States. Targeted at the nearly 150 million Americans who haven’t purchased their first smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710, capable of running on T-Mobile’s 4G network, delivers high-performance hardware, Nokia’s best social and Internet experience, and access to popular smartphone applications and services from Windows Phone Marketplace.
Running on America’s Largest 4G Network™, the Nokia Lumia 710 benefits from the unique people-first approach of Windows Phone, bringing together all interactions with family and friends in People Hub. The Nokia Lumia 710 also provides one-click access to popular services, such as Netflix, T-Mobile TV and a leading mobile Web experience with Internet Explorer® Mobile, Bing™ Search with voice activation and Local Scout for locally relevant search results. The smartphone also brings access to signature Nokia experiences, such as Nokia Drive for voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation and ESPN for exclusive sports content.
“We’re excited to team with Nokia in bringing its first Windows Phone to the U.S. with the elegantly designed Nokia Lumia 710,” said Cole Brodman, chief marketing officer, T-Mobile USA. “Windows Phone offers a compelling mobile OS choice for people who want a smartphone built around them, their family and friends. We expect it to play a more prominent role in our lineup and marketing efforts in 2012.”
Today, people are increasingly upgrading to smartphones, and many are doing so for the first time. According to the NPD Group, U.S. smartphone sales reached 59 percent in the third quarter 2011, an increase of 13 percent since third quarter 2010. With an increasing demand for smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710 offers a compelling experience aimed at addressing the needs of the nearly 150 million people in the U.S. who have yet to upgrade to their first smartphones.
“Our research shows nearly everybody in the U.S. wants a smartphone, but many believe they can’t afford it,” Brodman said. “That’s where T-Mobile shines. Our Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans make it more affordable than ever to step up to mobile data on our 4G network.”
”The Nokia Lumia 710 is the perfect first-time smartphone: a well-designed product that delivers the most compelling Windows Phone experience in its price range and with access to great content and thousands of applications,” said Chris Weber, president, Nokia Americas. “This is the perfect first Nokia Lumia experience and the start of our re-entry into the U.S. smartphone market.”
Available in a black or white finish, the Nokia Lumia 710 features a 3.7-inch ClearBlack WVGA scratch-resistant display for outstanding outdoor viewing and a Qualcomm 1.4 GHz Snapdragon™ processor providing speedy access to entertainment and information on-the-go. It also features a 5-megapixel camera with Nokia’s leading camera technology, enabling people to take pictures in almost any light condition and share on social networks in seconds. With the most integrated work-life solution of any mobile platform via the Windows Phone Office Hub and an interactive mobile gaming experience via Xbox LIVE®, the Nokia Lumia 710 is the complete all-round first-time smartphone experience.
Availability
The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to be available at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and retailers nationwide, and online at http://www.t-mobile.com starting Jan. 11. The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to cost $49.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card, with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. For more information, visit http://www.t-mobile.com/lumia.
For more information on T-Mobile’s Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans, see: http://family.t-mobile.com/phone-plans.
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November 22, 2011
T-Mobile’s Getting The White Galaxy S II
Well, big news for T-Mobile today. They will be getting the exclusive white version of the Samsung Galaxy S II and boy does it look nice. It features the same great specs as the other Samsung Galaxy S II’s great features! The one big difference is the gorgeous white color of the device. It is snow-white all over, and the best part is that it will be here in time for the holidays! You can check out the announcement video of the Samsung Galaxy S II in White below. Also, check out a sweet shot of the back of this awesome looking device, under the announcement video. So, there will be more news on it in the upcoming weeks and it will be here in time for the holidays. Check out the video and the others photos below! Be sure to let us know if you want one of these.
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