AT&T Now Requiring Messaging Plans on Messaging Phones
AT&T is now requiring customers that purchase what the carrier considers Quick Messaging devices attach a messaging plan on top of data access for device purchase.
FM Radio Hack for Motorola CLIQ Surfaces
An enterprising Android hacker/developer by the name of Eugene has hacked access to the CLIQ’s FM radio hardware, which was apparently built into the device by design and turned off in the stock firmware. The hack was performed by porting an LG Android ROM to the CLIQ when a previously missing library file and bin [...]
T-Mobile to Offer BlackBerry Trackball Replacement Program in February
T-Mobile will launch a replacement program for select BlackBerry models offered by the carrier that feature a trackball, such as the Curve 8100/8120 and BlackBerry Curve 8320 on February 15th across all T-Mobile Retail Stores. The handset must also have been purchased from T-Mobile and carry the correct branding in order to qualify for the [...]
Apple Allowing VOIP Over 3G Now, iCall with 3G VOIP Support Available in App Store
In a press release after the Apple special event announcing the iPad yesterday, VOIP solutions developer iCall has confirmed that the latest release of the iPhone SDK will now allow developers to integrate support for VOIP over 3G data networks after being previously restricted by Apple as a server-side block. In response, iCall has made [...]
Nexus One Desktop Dock Available for Purchase
Google has placed the desktop dock for the Nexus One for sale on its dedicated portal for $45 that will activate the Clock application when docked (also features an alarm clock, weather indicator, photos and music playback) while charging the device.
T-Mobile Improves Upgrade Pricing for Current Customers
T-Mobile has rolled out a new upgrade pricing structure for current customers that want to take advantage of new customer pricing on smart devices. The upgrade pricing is split in to two tiers: The Tier 1 “Early Upgrade Discount” requires 1-11 months of continuous service on an individual plan of $29.99 or higher, or a [...]
Gigabyte Android Handset Live Shots Leak
The first live shots of computer hardware manufacturer Gigabyte’s first Android handset have surfaced. The device features Android 1.6, 2.8 inch QVGA display, Eurpoean GSM/EDGE support, 528MHz Qualcomm processor, 192MB RAM/512MB ROM, microSDHC memory card slot, 2.0 megapixel camera with autofocus, 3.5mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi radio, Bluetooth, and GPS. It will initially ship in Russia [...]
Sprint HTC Device With WiMax and Android Leaks
The first image of a forthcoming WiMax smart device from Sprint and HTC has surfaced. The device currently known under the code name Supersonic will feature HTC’s Sense UI overlaid on top of Android 2.1 and bases its design on the HD series and MAX 4G available in Russia. The rest of the featureset will [...]
Sprint Rolling Out New Samsung Exclaim Firmware Update
Sprint has begun rolling out a new firmware update for Samsung Exclaim users after the last attempted push caused devices to lock up while attempting to perform the initial update. Update CL03 is now being rolled out to correct an SMS counter issue, and Sprint recommends taking the device to a Service and Repair location [...]
