Archive for the ‘EV-DO’ Category

The Novatel MiFi wireless router/modem combo device has a new firmware update available to address a sleep issue when plugged into AC power as well as improved compatibility with the Nintendo DS handheld console and BlackBerry Curve.
The firmware update process is detailed in full for the Sprint and Verizon version courtesy of EVDOinfo.

Image courtesy of PhoneArena
The first images and information have surfaced regarding the Verizon Wireless UMW190 USB modem expected to be released later this quarter. The modem features dual-band EVDO Rev. A for domestic use and quadband GSM/EDGE/triband HSPA access on Vodafone partner networks for international roaming with the included SIM card along with an [...]

In a bid to continue the success of the prior HP netbook promotion, Best Buy is now offering the Compaq Mini 110c-1040DX netbook for an almost unbelievable 99 cents after new Sprint mobile broadband service agreement, or $199.99 when purchased and activated with Verizon or AT&T mobile broadband service.
The laptop itself features a 16GB solid [...]

Following up on the Alltel launch, U.S. Cellular has launched its version of the LG Tritan messaging and multimedia-oriented device.
The phone features a 3-inch WQVGA resolution sliding touchscreen display, QWERTY keyboard, EVDO Rev. A data access, microSDHC expansion slot, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, 3.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, HTML browser, GPS support and [...]

Following the Verizon announcement, Sprint has also announced the forthcoming launch of the BlackBerry Tour smartphone.
The device will feature CDMA EVDO Rev. A access for domestic use while the Sprint version will offer international 3G access with it being unlocked to facilitate multiple carrier SIMs for the lowest cost along with quadband GSM/EDGE access.
The rest [...]

Samsung has officially announced the successor to the Omnia Windows Mobile device in the Omnia II.
The Omnia II features Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional,triband HSPA, a 3.7-inch AMOLED display at WVGA resolution, TouchWiz 2.0 with 3D effects, and Advanced R Touch technology for more accurate touch response. Multimedia features include 480p video recording/playback, and Wi-Fi radio [...]

Sprint today has announced a new Mobile Broadband plan, aimed at lighter data users. The plan aims to match the $39.99 plan recently released by Verizon Wireless. Verizon offers a $39.99 plan that was at 50 MB, but increased that to 250 MB upon the launch of their variant of the HP Mini netbook.
The new [...]

As expected, Verizon has launched the LG Glance and LG enV Touch.

The LG Glance VX7100 features a woven metal backplate echoing a false gold finish along with standard features such as a large 2 inch QVGA display, 1xRTT data access, 1.3 megapixel camera with video recorder, Bluetooth, and speakerphone.
The LG Glance is priced at $219.99 [...]

Verizon has officially announced its version of the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8320 following the availability of the sibling Alltel version.
The clamshell features two high-resolution color displays at QVGA resolution, SureType QWERTY keyboard, 2.0 megapixel camera with zoom, flash and video recorder, media player, microSDHC expansion slot, voice-activated dialing, speakerphone, 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth with [...]

Following up on the Sprint HTC Snap listing, Best Buy has also begun listing the Samsung Exclaim M550 first revealed in March as the Lucello with the first press images surfacing last month.

The Exclaim, launching this Sunday along with the aforementioned Snap, LG LX370, and Motorola Clutch will feature a QVGA resolution display, microSDHC expansion [...]