Qualcomm Announces New Dual-Mode Femtocell Chipsets
Qualcomm has announced the development of new dual-mode HSPA+ and EVDO Rev. A and B chipsets for femtocells. Such examples of femtocells include the AT&T 3G MicroCell and the Verizon Wireless Network Extender. Qualcomm further states that the chips are the first to combine HSPA+ and CDMA2000 1X/EV-DO Rev. A/Rev. B access. The chips will [...]
Novatel Developing MiFi with WiMax and Qualcomm Wearable Mobile Device Module
Novatel has confirmed that it is currently developing a version of the critically acclaimed Mi-Fi 3G router modem, with a prototype version reaching 18Mbps throughput during testing. The chipset in the prototype is sourced from manufacturer Beceem with support for theoretical maximum speeds of 30Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload. Novatel has also confirmed that [...]
Sprint Confirms HTC WiMax Android Device By Summer (Updated)
Many Sprint executives, including CEO Dan Hesse have confirmed to Forbes that an HTC manufactured WiMax device based on Android will be released by the end of the first half of the year. The device in question is expected to be the HTC Supersonic, which was previously leaked last month. The executives go on to [...]
Google Android Press Event Roundup
Google held their long-awaited Android Press Event at their campus in Mountain View earlier this morning, here are the important details regarding the announcement: Google confirms previously leaked hardware specifications with the caveat that applications can only be installed on flash memory for the time being. Custom engraving is available as an option on the [...]
Sprint and Verizon MiFi Get Firmware Update
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.
UMW190 USB Modem for Verizon Revealed
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 [...]
Best Buy Offering Compaq Netbook for 99 Cents or $199.99 After New 2 Year Agreement
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 [...]
US Cellular Launches LG Tritan
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 [...]
Sprint Announces BlackBerry Tour
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. [...]
Samsung Announces Omnia II, Verizon Wireless to Launch Variant
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 [...]
