T-Mobile, facing ETF-pressures from consumers and the Feds alike, have finally given in to the prorated ETF trend. But, we really can’t fathom why America’s favorite (at least according to JD Power) wireless carrier wouldn’t give customers a bigger break on their ETF (early termination fee) policy. While the rest of the Big Four will…
FCC unveils new T-Mobile 3G handset – Sony Ericsson TM506 Bella
With T-Mobile’s 3G network up and running, we’re eager to see T-Mobile bring some serious 1700Mhz 3G-compatible handsets into their stable. Some eagle-eyed detective work by Cellphonesignal has uncovered FCC documents that clue us in to a new T-Mobile 3G handset – the Sony Ericsson Bella. We’re looking for T-Mobile to pick up the Sony…
T-Mobile announces Sidekick LX update
T-Mobile today announced an update for Sidekick LX owners. A host of upgrades is promised to the existing LX users — including video recording, spell checker, play and share capabilities, an alarm clock, stereo Bluetooth (A2DP), Bluetooth file transfer support, and more. The over-the-air (OTA) update will start making the rounds this week, so if…
Samsung t229 lands on T-Mobile without much fanfare
T-Mobile has added Samsung’s low-cost t229 to its portfolio. No reason to rejoice, like at all, except if you’re looking for an entry-level device that can do texting and calling. Forget about WiFi or 3G, you won’t find any of the mentioned radios under the t229’s hood. There’s however, a VGA camera and a single…
T-Mobile Germany planning Apple iPhone 3G for 1 Euro
Apple’s cheaper pricing structure, allowing for carrier subsidies, is starting to shape up quite nicely. With carriers around the world signing up to hock Apple’s next-generation iPhone 3G to fans of the iconic handset, Apple’s new business model is becoming more clear. Steve Jobs mentioned in his keynote speech at WWDC 2008 that the Apple…
FCC unveils HTC CONV100 – T-Mobile Shadow II?
What do we have here? Could this blurry FCC-sourced picture be the successor to Windows Mobile-powered T-Mobile’s Shadow? Well, judging by the looks of the HTC CONV100, we thinks this little gem is most likely the T-Mobile Shadow II that was leaked not too long ago (pictured on the left). The HTC Juno ended up…
Tony Hawk Sidekick LX Limited Edition confirmed for mid-July
We told ya’ this is coming, but this time we have more details about it. Apparently, the upcoming device isn’t just the Tony Hawk’s phone of choice, but will also will ship with video recording function, stereo Bluetooth support, easier downloads, the so called “Play and Share”, and background personalization options. The catch is that…
T-Mobile rolls out unlimited family plans, adds 7PM nights and mobile-to-mobile minutes to pre-paid plans
We knew there was a reason that T-Mobile was ranked No. 1 in wireless customer satisfaction by JD Power and Associates. With the recent spate of unlimited wireless plans launched from almost every single US wireless carrier, it was only a matter of time before one of the Big Four wised up and launched a…
Deutsche Telekom gets shot down in Magenta-lawsuit
Excuse us if we have a hard time keeping a straight face on this one. It seems that Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile’s parent company, has lost its lawsuit against wireless carrier Telia over the use of the color Magenta in their logo. The Danish Eastern Regional High Court today shot down Deutsche Telekom’s push to keep…
HTC Touch Diamond for T-Mobile looks a little different, they also get a QWERTY version
The HTC Touch Diamond that was recently announced is coming to T-Mobile (EU, not sure about UK or US). I usually don’t comment on operators getting a device and slapping their logo on it, but this is a bit different. The T-Mobile version of the Diamond known as the MDA Compact IV (first picture) has…