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Vodafone Smart III offers 4-inch WVGA screen, 1GHz CPU for 95 GBP

Vodafone launched its third own-brand Smart devices in the UK (and perhaps in some other markets, we’re not sure). The new Vodafone Smart III, available in black and white, offers quite a bang for the back, packing a 4-inch WVGA screen, 1GHz single-core processor, and 3G + Wi-Fi connectivity for just 95 GBP on PAYG. Moreover, this affordable device also packs a 5-megapixel camera, 4GB of internal memory, microSD expansion slot, while Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is running the show. Those who want a contract can grab the Smart III Read more

Verizon may offer $100B to buy Verizon Wireless from Vodafone

Verizon Wireless may be an American wireless carrier, but its controlling companies are split between the US and the UK. US communications company Verizon owns 55 percent of Verizon Wireless, while the remaining 45 percent is held by Vodafone. According to a report in Reuters, Verizon may offer Vodafone $100B in cash and stock options to take full control over the wireless company. Verizon is allegedly in the early stages of any deal and has not made a formal offer. The company supposedly has hired bankers and legal advisers to help them craft Read more

Kelly Hodgkins

Vodafone Red tariff rolling out across 14 countries

After testing it in the UK, Vodafone is rolling out its Red tariff across 14 European countries. As you may recall from our previous post, this tariff bundles unlimited calls and texts to any network in the country, while also offering a “very generous” mobile data allowance. Alongside the new plan, the Big Red carrier is also launching a huge multi-country marketing campaign to promote it, with hopes to dissuade subscribers from using services such as Skype, WhatsApp and Viber. Not sure how that will help, but what do I Read more

Huawei Ascend G510 coming to Vodafone UK: 4.5-inch screen and dual-core CPU for 130 GBP

Vodafone UK announced a new affordable smartphone that will soon hit its portfolio, offering quite a bang for the buck. The soon to be launched Huawei Ascend G510 will come with a 4.5-inch screen (qHD or 720p HD – we’re not sure), 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, front-facing camera (for video calls), NFC, HSPA+, Wi-Fi, 1,750mAh battery, memory card slot, while Android 4.1 Jelly Bean will run the show right from the get-go. All this will cost 130 GBP (about $200) on PAYG, though there will Read more

UK: ASUS Padfone 2 available for free with a Vodafone contract and 33 GBP/month plan

We’ve already told you that the unlocked, SIM-free version of the Padfone 2 is coming to the UK. And we know, it’s kinda steep to pour out all that cash in advance, but luckily there’s now a way to get the phone/tablet combo for free as long as you commit on a two-year contract from Vodafone. That contract comes at 33 GBP per month, which may sound a lot, but then again – remember that you get both a phone and tablet in one neat package. On the downside, we’re Read more

HTC One Delays Hit U.K. According to Vodafone

The recently confirmed HTC One launch delay will have an effect on U.K. customers who have pre-ordered the device, Vodafone confirmed today. The impressive piece of hardware won’t be shipping on March 15th as was expected, but rather no later than April 3rd if all goes well. Vodafone had this to say: “HTC has confirmed there’s a delay to the shipments of the HTC One and, sadly, that means we’ll have to wait a little bit longer than we’d hoped before you can get your hands on your new phone. We’re contacting Read more

Ian Kersey