The conference circuit is cooling down and it’s getting to be about that time of year when everyone takes a stab at predicting specifications for next-generation iPhone hardware coming out of Apple’s homebase in Cupertino, CA. This morning we saw the WSJ stir up the rumor mill with claims that a CDMA iPhone is in…
WSJ: Apple working on two iPhones for this summer, one for Verizon
Here we go again, but this time it’s from the respected Wall Street Journal. Sources in the know said Apple is working on two iPhones for this summer and one will be coming to Verizon Wireless. The fact that there will be a new iPhone this summer is not surprising, as Apple normally refreshes its…
New satellite LTE network could challenge AT&T, Verizon
The hedge fund Harbinger Capital Partners will be purchasing the satellite operator SkyTerra and using the satellite network to create a nationwide 4G network based on Long-Term Evolution technology. The company will be using about 23 MHz of spectrum throughout the 1.4 GHz and 1.6 GHz terrestrial band and the 10 MHz of the satellite…
Verizon opens up its own appstore, V CAST Apps
With all of the application stores opening up, seemingly everywhere, is there more room for another? Verizon seems to think so, since they are launching their very own application store, V CAST Apps. V CAST Apps will launch only on the Blackberry Storm initially, and then find itself onto more RIM devices. Other operating systems…
CTIA 2010: Android, mobile data ruled the roost
The IntoMobile team spent last week destroying Las Vegas for the CTIA Wireless 2010 tradeshow. Despite having no luck at the blackjack tables, we were able to fully cover the most important conference for the U.S. mobile industry. Read beyond the jump for a thorough take on the big hits and misses from Sin City.
Verizon Wireless suggests Android apps for staying organized
Verizon Wireless continues with its weekly Android app recommendations. This time they are all about staying organized with your DROID smartphone. Actually, that’s the official line, though most of the apps they suggest deal with their own services. Here’s the list: My Verizon – allows users to access their Verizon Wireless accounts to get balances,…
Samsung u820 heading to Verizon Wireless
In addition to the Galaxy S which took most of our attention, Samsung has also unveiled another device at the CTIA Wireless in Las Vegas – u820, which is heading to Verizon Wireless. The touchscreen-QWERTY-slider grabs its place in the higher end of the mid-range segment with specs that include a 3-inch WQVGA display, side-sliding…
Verizon Motorola DEVOUR Now Available for $149.99
Verizon and Motorola have just launched/announced the Motorola DEVOUR for use on ‘big red’. Available in-stores and online starting today, the DEVOUR will run you a cool $149.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate… Oh, and you’ll need to sign that 2-year agreement while you’re at it too. If the Droid ain’t your thing, the DEVOUR…
4G in America: Lies, Lies, and More Damn Lies
Listen up America, by the end of this year, and most definitely during 2011, you’re going to be bombarded with advertisements that stretch across all forms of media, tempting you to hop on board a 4G network. Let’s get this out of the way right now: 4G, as the word is currently being used, is…
Verizon announces Skype Mobile application for select 3G phones
As promised, today Verizon Wireless and Skype announced Skype Mobile, an application that allows customers to call any of the 500 million customers for free. It was at Mobile World Congress that Verizon and Skype announced that they were joining forces, and now we the announcement of the goods to be shown Starting Thursday, the…