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Sweden’s Three Now Offers Galaxy S II Pink

Posted: 25 Nov 2011 03:55 PM PST

A couple weeks ago we mentioned that Samsung had announced a special edition pink Galaxy SII that until now, was only available in South Korea. It appears that folks in Sweden now have a chance to grab the funky new colored GSII and can be ordered through Three at this very moment. The phone is offered for free on a new 2-year agreement and details can be found through the link above.

 

Verizon Confirms DROID Charge Android 2.3 Gingerbread Update to Begin Rolling Out November 29

Posted: 25 Nov 2011 03:14 PM PST

So remember yesterday and how I said I would keep you updated on the status of Verizon’s Android 2.3 update for the DROID Charge? Well it’s only a day later and I have official confirmation from Big Red stating that the Gingerbread update will begin to roll out next Tuesday, November 29. Join me after the break for a full change log of expected features and improvements, there’s some really great stuff on the way!

Samsung Droid Charge Android 2.3 Gingerbread update

Enhancements:

  • Download Manager App: New App to manage all of your downloads from web browsing, email attachments and other apps.
  • App and Power Management Details: Under Manage Applications, a new "Running" tab displays a list of active applications and the storage and memory being used by each.
  • Improved Word Selection and Copy Functionality: New capability to select a word, or select all, via press-hold. A second press of the selected word copies or cuts the selected characters and pastes them.
  • New User Interface and Color Scheme: New widgets, icons and screens with refreshed colors.

Security:

  • Added Device and SD Card encryption. VPN enhancements integrate IPSec VPN clients into device security settings.
  • Updated Calendar Options: Display Calendar and event times in your home time zone when traveling. Dismiss individual reminders, such as dismissing one meeting reminder without dismissing other meeting reminders.
  • Call Features: "Pause", "Wait" and "Password" have been added into the voicemail speed dial entry for manual entry/storage. The vibration alert intensity has been increased.
  • Email, Messaging and Data: The messaging signature setting is now supported. The Hotspot-WLAN password is now encrypted. Display .eml attachments from Outlook email.

Device Features:

  • Software Upgrade Assistant (SUA) has been added.
  • The volume of the Low Battery Notification sound has been reduced.

The following device features, applications and software have been improved:

  • Audio Output
  • Bluetooth®
  • Camera
  • Data Connectivity
  • Data Usage App
  • Email Client
  • EAS Email and Calendar syncing
  • GPS
  • HDMI Output
  • SMS / MMS Messaging
  • Visual Voice Mail
  • Web Browser
  • Video on Demand

T-Mobile UK Releases Budget Friendly Vivacity

Posted: 25 Nov 2011 07:55 AM PST

T-Mobile UK has released a self-branded budget Android smartphone in both their retail and online stores. This budget friendly phone is sporting Android 2.3(Gingerbread) and is comparably lighter to the iPhone (118g vs 137g). This phone has the following specs:

- a 3.5-inch WVGA TFT touchscreen
- a 5MP camera
- 512MB internal storage (Up to 32GB storage via Micro SD slot)
- Built-In GPS and FM radio
- 3G+, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

While there isn’t an exact specification for processor speed, our best guess would be that of the single-core variety. The slated talk-time for this phone is 4 hours, which isn’t that impressive to say the least.  The Vivacity is available in sleek black or white variations. You can purchase the phone for £99 on a pay-as-you-go plan or you can get the phone for free on a £10 per month, 24 month contract.

So those of you UK shoppers that are in the market for a new phone and on a budget, T-Mobile UK looks to appeal to you with the Vivacity. We haven’t played with one ourselves so any of you that have, we would love to know your thoughts. For those that are interested in knowing more, we’ve included the presser after the break.


Introducing the T-Mobile Vivacity

T-Mobile launches exclusive new great value, feature-packed Android smartphone

London, 25 October, 2011 – T-Mobile today announces the launch of the T-Mobile Vivacity – a great value, stylish Android smartphone ideal for enjoying multimedia on the move. The T-Mobile Vivacity will be available exclusively in T-Mobile stores, on the online shop and via telesales from today.

Running Android's Gingerbread 2.3 OS, the T-Mobile Vivacity offers a winning combination of eye-catching design, essential multimedia features, as well as offering great value. A vivid, high resolution 3.5" WVGA TFT capacitive screen is perfect for web-browsing, viewing pictures or watching movies. The latest 3G+ and Wi-Fi support lets you access the web whenever you want – ideal for on-demand browsing, or downloading apps, and uploading social networks on the move.

A 5.0 Megapixel camera allows you to capture life as you go, and, with support for up to 32GB Micro SD cards, you can enjoy favourite photos, movies and music, wherever you are. Built-in GPS functionality also allows you can keep track of your location, and offers the ability to add your location to Twitter and Facebook updates.

Available in sleek black or white variations, the T-Mobile Vivacity fuses advanced multimedia features with a truly premium look and feel – providing leading style that more than matches its impressive performance – all at a great value for money price point.

Paul Jevons, Director of Products and Devices, Everything Everywhere said: “The T-Mobile Vivacity gives you everything you want from a smartphone. It offers the latest Android software, a large, high resolution touchscreen display and a stunning design – perfect for anyone looking for premium performance and great value for money." The T-Mobile Vivacity is available free on a £10 per month, 24 month plan or for £99 on Pay As You Go.

For more information, please visit www.t-mobile.co.uk/shop.

AT&T Withdraws FCC Application For T-Mobile Acquisition

Posted: 25 Nov 2011 06:53 AM PST

In a surprising move today, AT&T has announced they will withdraw their application to the Federal Communications Commission to acquire T-Mobile USA. Their reasoning is they want to instead focus on the proposed anti-trust suit brought by the US Department of Justice. Ma Bell has decided to focus on the potential suit considering the FCC decided to hold a hearing earlier this week regarding the intended purchase. Also stated is AT&T expecting to recognize a $4 billion pre-tax in the 4th quarter of 2011 which will reflect a potential breakup fee paid in cash and book value in spectrum to Deustche Telekom should the deal fall through. Hit the break for the full presser from Ma Bell.

“AT&T and Deutsche Telekom Continue to Pursue Sale of DT's U.S. Wireless Assets

Companies Withdraw FCC Applications; AT&T Expects to Recognize $4 Billion Charge; Companies Focus on Gaining DOJ Approval

On Nov. 22, 2011, the Federal Communications Commission indicated a proposed order was circulating that would designate for hearing the applications of AT&T Inc. and Deutsche Telekom AG For Consent To Assign or Transfer Control of Licenses and Authorizations, WT Docket No. 11-65.  On November 23, 2011, AT&T Inc. and Deutsche Telekom AG electronically withdrew without prejudice, as of that date, the pending applications listed in the Public Notice released by the Federal Communications Commission on April 28, 2011 in that proceeding.  Associated manual notification of withdrawal filings also are being mad

AT&T Inc. and Deutsche Telekom AG are continuing to pursue the sale of Deutsche Telekom's U.S. wireless assets to AT&T and are taking this step to facilitate the consideration of all options at the FCC and to focus their continuing efforts on obtaining antitrust clearance for the transaction from the Department of Justice either through the litigation pending before the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, Case No. 1:11-cv-01560 (ESH) or alternate means.  As soon as practical, AT&T Inc. and Deutsche Telekom AG intend to seek the necessary FCC approval.

As a result of the FCC's action, AT&T expects to recognize a pretax accounting charge of $4 billion ($3 billion cash and $1 billion book value of spectrum) in the 4th quarter of 2011 to reflect the potential break up fees due Deutsche Telekom in the event the transaction does not receive regulatory approval.”

Verizon Planned To Sell Galaxy Nexus On Black Friday For $199, Says Oops– Just Kidding!

Posted: 25 Nov 2011 06:31 AM PST

We know that Verizon just likes to keep everyone in suspense. Sadly it was reported earlier this week the Galaxy Nexus would indeed be pushed back for release on December 8th, but we have an interesting new finding that’s sure to raise an eyebrow or two. There are numerous indications that the phone should have been released today. Don’t believe us? Check this out: a variety of ads part of a specific campaign are running on different websites part of the NetShelter ad network. The details of the ad highlight the phone’s availability on Black Friday for $199 on a 2-year contract– $100 less than the expected price. Here’s the kicker: Verizon runs most of their major marketing campaigns through NetShelter, so it’s not a gimmick or fake. One can only wonder why Verizon chose not to release the phone today. Maybe they want to do the whole global launch thing for North America? Maybe.

Verizon Galaxy Nexus Goes Up For Pre-Order On Negri Electronics

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 10:05 PM PST

If you’re looking to hop on the GN pre-order train you can head on over to Negri Electronics now and get on board to receive the Verizon Galaxy Nexus.  The site is touting an estimated ship date of 12/9 for the first Ice Cream Sandwich device with an HD Super AMOLED 4.65-inch display at 1280 x 720p.  And let’s not forget about the blazing fast LTE.  If you’re ready to pre-order, hit the source link and be sure to keep yourself very busy until shipping day so you don’t drive yourself nuts waiting for the device.  Happy ordering.

PRADA Phone by LG 3.0 To Be Launched In 2012

Posted: 24 Nov 2011 09:33 PM PST

LG and PRADA back at it again in a recent announcement stating that they have renewed their partnership and a PRADA phone by LG should be hitting the ground running by early next year.  The two companies have joined forces and have been an entity since 2006, and plan over the next two years to release a pair of devices.  According to the press release, LG states that the PRADA Phone by LG 1.0 sold over a million devices when it debuted.  Now all we need from them is a price tag for the “PRADA Phone by LG 3.0″.  Hit the break for the full press release and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments below.

 

Press Release

SEOUL, Nov. 24, 2011 – PRADA and LG Electronics (LG) today renewed their exclusive mobile phone partnership at a signing ceremony in Seoul, Korea. Building on this partnership's previous success, the two companies will develop the PRADA phone by LG 3.0, for launch in early 2012.

Under this partnership, LG will be PRADA's exclusive mobile phone partner. The collaboration, which began in 2006 and resulted in two premium mobile phones being introduced in 2007 and 2008, focuses on key elements within the smartphone, including software and user interface down to its design and packaging.

"The partnership between Prada and LG has always been characterised by an innovative approach and uncompromised quality of style, design and breakthrough technology," said Mr. Patrizio Bertelli, CEO of PRADA Group. "These values are common to both our brands, which have always anticipated, and often set, the trends in many fields. We were therefore delighted to cooperate again with LG in the development of the latest creation of the mobile communication industry."

"Our working relationship with PRADA is unique in its longevity and success, something no other phone company and luxury brand have been able to replicate," said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "Having successfully launched two PRADA phones by LG, we look forward to collaborating further to develop premium handsets with a strong identity and the most sophisticated style."

The PRADA phone by LG 1.0, a pioneer in the mobile phone space, was an unqualified success, selling over one million units. This premium handset combined high-end technology with a design embodying superior style. As evidence of its place in design history, the PRADA phone by LG 1.0 is part of the permanent collection in New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Shanghai.

The PRADA phones by LG were avant-garde in the technology they offered to users. The PRADA phone by LG 1.0 was the world's first touchscreen mobile phone, and the 2.0 provided an innovative mobile experience through its unique watch with Link technology, which allowed for easy access to caller ID, SMS text messages, call history, call block and two-way alarm notification.
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