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Nov

Rumor: T-Mobile G2 Getting WiFi Calling OTA Tomorrow

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in G2 (Vision), HTC, News, T-Mobile

It's always been interesting to me that although the $29.99 Optimus T ships with tethering capabilities, the G2 has no such feature. Of course, it's been rumored several times before that the feature is on its way, but as of today, G2 users are still in the dark.

That may all be changing soon though, as a recent leaked screenshot from TmoNews indicates that an OTA update that will begin rolling out tomorrow and finish its trip on November 8 will not only grant you tethering, but will also bring about WiFi calling. Interestingly enough, T-Mobile seems to be expecting users to discover tethering on their own though, as the screenshot instructs employees to tell customers that T-Mobile does not currently offer a tethering plan.

Nov

T-Mobile Comet Launching November 3rd - $9.99 On Contract

Posted by Stephen Tenerowicz in Comet / Ideos, Froyo 2.2, Huawei, News, T-Mobile

Last Updated: November 3rd, 2010

Well folks, we had a date for the launch of the T-Mobile Comet and now we have a price-$9.99 with a $50.00 rebate on contract. This, coupled with the carrier’s new $10.00/200MB data plan makes for a very good price point for this entry-level smartphone. The Comet will feature 7.2Mbps HSPA, FM radio, an integrated Swype keyboard, microSD expansion up to 32GB, and a 3 megapixel camera. On top of all of that, it will be powered by Froyo! All of this makes for a pretty bad ass device, with the only downside being the QVGA screen.

While this might not attract a hardcore smartphone enthusiast like myself, I can really see a lot of first time smartphone buyers being interested in this.

Nov

T-Mobile myTouch 4G Now Available For Pre-order For Existing Customers

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in HTC, myTouch 4G (Glacier), News, T-Mobile

Are you an existing T-Mobile customer? If so, hurry up and head over to T-Mobile.com, for the new myTouch 4G is awaiting you, just a click away. It appears the official on-contract pricing will be a hefty $299.99, even after a $150 "instant discount." As for the rest of us... we'll just have to wait 'til November 3rd rolls around - or until we can't resist the temptation any longer and go with Wirefly's $149.99 deal.

via Engadget

Oct

T-Mobile Unveils Unusually Impressive Accessories For The New myTouch 4G

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in HTC, myTouch 4G (Glacier), News, T-Mobile

Yessir, the new myTouch 4G is indeed just around the corner, and would you believe what's right there with it: an entire collection of official T-Mobile accessories for the device. Now as you probably know, official accessories are rarely the best, but as you can see for yourself in the pictures below, these look to be an exception:

No word on pricing or release date just yet - this is, after all, just a sneak preview of the cases delivered through T-Mobile USA's Facebook account - but hopefully the cases won't end up being too pricey, for these could easily end up eliminating the need for third-party cases if they're as good as they look.

Oct

Motorola Defy Now Available For Pre-Order From WireFly For $49.99

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in DEFY (Jordan), Motorola, News, T-Mobile

Yes, the new T-Mobile myTouch 4G will be launching on November 3rd, and yes, early adopters can now pre-order it from Wirefly, but guess what? The somewhat less popular Motorola Defy is in a similar predicament: its official launch date is November 3rd, and its official price tag is $99.99, but the Internet's #1 cell phone retailer is now allowing eager buyers to pre-order the military-grade device for just about half the official price - $49.99 on a new two-year contract. As usual, that comes with a $0 tax and free shipping, although customers wishing to add a line to an existing account will still have to cough up $99.99.

Oct

T-Mobile Launching Samsung Galaxy Tab November 10th For $399.99

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in Galaxy Tab, News, Samsung, T-Mobile

T-Mobile's just released a Galaxy Tab-related announcement - and, surprise, surprise - their version of the tablet will be launching November 10th for $399.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate. Unlike Verizon, though, you'll be stuck with a two-year data contract during which you'll be paying a "qualifying rate plan," with the only currently visible route out of the plan being a pricey $200 ETF. To add to those nasty fees, you'll also be coughing up $35 upon activation, which doesn't make us too happy. Still, way to go, T-Mobile - you've got the Tab before anyone else. Your move, AT&T.

Oct

T-Mobile Set To Launch A $15 Tethering Add-On On November 3rd

Posted by Brian O'Toole in Carriers, News, T-Mobile

It could only last so long. Boy Genius Report received a tip today that T-Mobile USA is making preparations to follow other carriers' foot steps and is going to start charging for tethering on November 3rd. The $14.99 monthly plan is a surcharge on top of an obligatory $19.99 Unlimited Web plan, so don't go thinking you can replace one with the other.

T-Mobile was once praised for turning a blind eye to device tethering and portable WiFi hotspot functionality, but times are tough, so what better way to make money than charging customers for the same data twice? As a blissfully ignorant European resident, this is a slightly alien concept to me, but hey, if all the other networks can get away with it, why shouldn't T-Mo?

Oct

T-Mobile MyTouch 4G Seeing An Official Launch On November 3

Posted by Nate Kimmey in myTouch 4G (Glacier), News, T-Mobile

Just a few days after the original myTouch 3G finishes receiving the Froyo update over-the-air, its direct successor with an independently confirmed to us myTouch 4G name (not HD) will be officially released. While the November 3 date has been rumored for some time, we now have official confirmation through a leaked internal e-mail:

The HSPA+ handset comes with a 5 megapixel camera, 3.8" display, front-facing camera, 1 GHz Snapdragon processor, and the Espresso UI all on top of Android 2.2. There are still no answers regarding pricing or the burning question on the community's mind is: how easily will it be rooted?

Oct

T-Mobile LG Optimus T Goes On Sale November 3rd For Just $29.99

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in LG, News, Optimus T

T-Mobile's recently announced LG Optimus T isn't exactly the most specced-out little bugger, despite its Autobot-like name, but according to the carrier's Facebook page, it will have at least one exciting feature: a budget-friendly price point. Indeed, T-Mobile will be selling the device for a seriously considerable $29.99 (on a new two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in-rebate, of course) starting November 3rd. A top-of-the-line device this may not be, but there's no denying that at a price more affordable than that of many messaging phones, many customers will view the Optimus T as an impulse purchase. And hey, who wouldn't want more customers to convert to Android and discover all 100,000 of its apps?

Oct

Samsung Promises FroYo Update For All Galaxy S Versions In November [Update: UK Only]

Posted by Jaroslav Stekl in AT&T, Captivate, Epic 4G, Fascinate, Froyo 2.2, Galaxy S, Mesmerize, Samsung, Sprint, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon Wireless, Vibrant

All together now: finally! After several broken promises and recalled updates, Samsung's just announced that Android 2.2 FroYo will be available through a "brand new version of Kies" (that's Samsung's software upgrade system) early in November for Galaxy S owners in the UK, while "all operator versions" are "expected" to be available by the end of November (hopefully that includes the "operator versions" of the Galaxy S that Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile are currently carrying here in the States). One could complain that it's about four months late, and that's likely due to the evils of custom UIs - but then again, it's better late than never, right?