iPhone Dev Team Jailbreaks 2.2.1, Jumping Hoops Needed to Keep Unlock
The iPhone Dev Team has released updated versions of PwnageTool and QuickPwn for iPhone, iPhone 3G, and iPod touch. The update enables iPhone OS 2.2.1 to work properly with existing jailbreak exploits. However, the team stresses that iPhone OS 2.2.1 contains an updated iPhone 3G baseband. The updated baseband cannot be downgraded, and does successfully [...]
Instead of Cutting Jobs, Verizon Cuts Incentives, Discounts on Phones
Verizon Wireless next month will make drastic changes to two of their most popular programs, targeted at adding and retaining customers. First, on February 15, Verizon will discontinue their 30 Day Test Drive program. The program allows customers to activate a new line of service, and have their voice charges refunded… if they elect to port out [...]
Virgin Mobile Announces Ocean 2 As Part of Britney Spears Circus Tour
Virgin Mobile has confirmed in a press release that it plans to distribute the forthcoming Ocean 2 multimedia and messaging device to selected concert goers as a part of the “Virgin Mobile Presents the Circus Starring Britney Spears” North American tour beginning in March. Image courtesy of MobileCrunch Each venue in the concert will supply selected fans [...]
New Boost Mobile Handsets Revealed
An employee information slide has leaked with preliminary information on new models for Boost Mobile dealers meant to explain the recent changes as a result of launching the $50 Unlimited Plan last week. Image courtesy of Engadget Mobile The first new model to see release is the i205 bar type phone on April 15th followed [...]
Sprint Treo Pro Delayed Further and Pulled from Best Buy (Updated)
Following up on the prior delay of the Sprint Treo Pro to February 15th, new information has surfaced from within Sprint regarding another delay, this time to the end of next month. Sprint representatives are now confirming that anyone who placed an order for the Treo Pro last Thursday during the short availability window online [...]
Possible New Sidekick LX Model Appears with 3G and GPS
An image has surfaced from the QuizPoints survey provider detailing the possible successor to the Sidekick/Hiptop LX messaging and multimedia device. The above named Sidekick LX 2009 is meant to be a significant upgrade from the prior model with a 3.2 inch WVGA (854×480) resolution widescreen display, dual-band GSM/EDGE, 3.2 megapixel camera with video recorder [...]
Opera Releases Final Version of Mini 4.2 for T-Mobile G1
After almost three months in beta, Opera has released a final version of Opera Mini 4.2 with new features for the T-Mobile G1. The new features consist of SD card access for uploading and downloading files with the possibility to save pages locally, video playback with Opera Mini using the operating system video player, double tapping works [...]
Virgin Mobile Announces Susan G. Komen LG Flare As Best Buy Exclusive
In a press release, Virgin Mobile has announced the exclusive availability of the Susan G. Komen Limited Edition LG Flare in Best Buy stores. The phone is identical to the prior version with an external display, web browser, speakerphone and Bluetooth, but is available in a pink bodyshell denoting the color used for breast cancer [...]
New T-Mobile Samsung Memoir Information Surfaces
New information has surfaced regarding the highly anticipated Samsung Memoir high-end cameraphone including a new release date and price. Image courtesy of TMoNews The phone is now expected to launch on February 25th, reflecting a week delay for as yet unknown reasons, while the specifications now include a xenon flash and 16x digital zoom on [...]
