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AT&T is surely delighting New York City users as coverage has gradually improved over the last few months with an 850 overlay. The 850MHz band employed by AT&T is now being used for 3G data transmission, and this is important because that particular frequency travels farther and penetrates buildings a whole lot better than what…
Well, it’s not that surprising, but T-Mobile officially announced the G2 Android phone and this baby rocks HSPA+ speeds. The device, of course, is the followup to the world’s first Android phone, the T-Mobile G1. It will launch with Android 2.2 and from the looks of the press release, it appears that it will be…
The T-Mobile G2 is undoubtedly one of the best upcoming Android smartphones for the nation’s fourth largest mobile carrier. The G2 is a solid upgrade to its predecessor, the G1, offering a snappier processor, larger screen, seemingly better keyboard, upgraded camera, and more. But can the T-Mobile G2 compete with the likes of the HTC…
We all love Google Voice. It allows you to manage your calls, SMS and voicemails on your phone or on the web for total convenience. Another pretty nifty feature for Google Voice is the ability to block certain numbers, and so most people give out their GV number to casual acquaintances or to some business…
I’m not sure is it a response to the wildly popular VoIP phone calls Google has introduced recently, but whatever the reason is – we salute Truphone‘s move to slash calling rates. The new rates are now as low as 2.1 cents per minute, meaning that calls to some of the most popular destinations such…
Skype Mobile, which still only works with Verizon thanks to a deal made earlier this February, can now connect over Wi-Fi. Odd, isn’t it? You’d think that Wi-Fi would have been an option from the start to relieve the U.S.’s best 3G network (in terms of coverage) of some strain. However, until now Skype had…
When it comes to Sprint and its 4G or WiMax network in New York City, news of the speedy next generation being live in some areas wouldn’t be the first, or even second time we’ve heard about it. But now that more folks are latching onto WiMax capable devices like the Overdrive 3G/4G and the…
Intel did spend tons and tons of cash convincing the world WiMax is the next destination in the evolution of mobile communications. Despite the fact WiMAX networks are live today, more and more mobile operators are committing to LTE, which is pushed by the GSMA and its member companies. So what will Intel do about…
T-Mobile continues to expand its HSPA+ 3G network and this mobile data network now covers over 100 million people. The new markets with access to T-Mobile HPSA+ 3G networks include Boston, Mass.; Erie, Penn.; Fresno, Palm Springs and San Diego, Calif.; Miami, Fla.; Richmond, Va.; Spokane, Wash.; and Topeka, Kan. The speed of the roll…
Anyone not on Verizon hurting for native VoIP on BlackBerry will want to check out this leaked beta of Skype Mobile. This is probably the closed beta that started about a year ago, and eventually graduated to full-time status. Carrier deals will probably prevent you from using this anywhere, but there’s always IM+ if you’re…