Archive for January, 2006

In addition to offering BlackBerry services earlier this week, Google has released GLM version 1.1.1 for MIDP devices. To update, simply go to google.com/glm from your device and re-download the application.

Microsoft has now responded to our recent leading coverage of the VCast Music Store, claiming that we claimed that Microsoft locked out MP3 support and not Verizon. We did not state this. We stated that this was a policy Microsoft encouraged by not offering embedded device manufacturers a complete solution with MP3s. By also posting [...]

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Multiple readers have confirmed that MP3 support can be turned back on after the LG VX-8100 has been updated with VCast Music Support, and now, we have a guide to step you through it.
Note: This may void your warranty. It is highly unlikely that it will, but it does involve accessing service menus, and clearly [...]

The LG VX-4700 has been updated to firmware version T47VZV11. It is not known what has been changed at this time, but it should be available at most Verizon Wireless stores for update.
Firmware Tracker Updated…

Update 2: Many in the media including outlets such as the Associated Press have since built on our coverage. While Verizon has chosen to ignore our direct requests for follow-ups, they have stated to other members of the media that future updates will restore MP3 support. They also state that customers will now be informed [...]

Sprint has released PRL 10030 for non-EV-DO phones. It is not known what this PRL update changes, but does follow the release of PRL 20217 for EV-DO devices. Call data support to request the update.

Verizon Wireless has begun offering the Treo 700w Windows Mobile smartphone as an exclusive offering.
Verizon Wireless began making the 700w available on its website, and lists the device with a retail price of $549 with a 1 year contract, and $499 with a 2-year contract.

Verizon Wireless Product offering page for the Treo 700w

At Motorola’s CES preview, they showed off a plethora of new accessories, as well as the Motorola E2 ROKR officially for the first time. The E2 has changed significantly from its first leaks onto the web, and will replace iTunes in favor of Motorola’s next-generation Linux-based OS. Using an SD card slot and USB 2.0, [...]

Sprint has begun testing the LG MM-350, the successor to the popular PM-325 handset. Details are currently sketchy, however, the device, currently classed as LX-350, contains both conventional PM-class and MM-class specifications.
ARM 9 Processor
128×160 Pixel Display
MIDP 2.0, CLDC 1.1
3GPP, 3GPP2 Playback Support
AAC Audio Playback
Video Camcorder + Camera
Obviously, the display is under the default size of [...]