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Summertime is now in full swing, and it’s also a period of transition within the mobile world. With the exception of a brand-new smartphone that wields a 41-megapixel shooter, our buyer’s guide hasn’t changed much since the last installment, but that’s not to suggest the market is stagnant. On the contrary, high-profile smartphones such as the next iPhone, the Moto X and the successor to the Galaxy Note II are in the pipeline, and there are even rumors swirling of a larger BlackBerry. Likewise, two of the world’s premiere smartphones — the HTC One and the Galaxy S 4 — are now available with stock Android directly from Google, which brings the added promise of timely software updates.

Mobile carriers are changing the game too, thanks in large part to the T-Mobile Jump program, which allows customers to upgrade their smartphone every six months. AT&T Next and Verizon Edge will soon provide similar (albeit more expensive) offerings, with upgrade eligibility that comes once per year. Even Sprint is doing its part with Unlimited, My Way, which promises unlimited data for life. Whether you’re looking to purchase a new handset right away, or you’re simply evaluating your options, Engadget’s smartphone buyer’s guide is the definitive resource for finding the very best smartphones on the market today. We’ll be here when you’re ready.

Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Apple, Samsung, Microsoft, HTC, Google, Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, Blackberry, T-Mobile

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If you didn’t get enough mobile news during the week, not to worry, because we’ve opened the firehose for the truly hardcore. This week brought hints of a jumbo-sized Lumia smartphone, an early preview of an advanced camera app for CyanogenMod and the arrival of the Meizu MX2 in white. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore all that’s happening in the mobile world for this week of July 22nd, 2013.

Filed under: Cellphones, Wireless, Mobile

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Zero dollars down, Simple Choice and Jump? T-Mobile must be downright crazy! Either that, or it’s a carrier struggling to make a serious impact on a market dominated by two juggernauts — juggernauts who also came out with early upgrade plans of their own within a week of Jump’s debut. T-Mobile’s “back at it,” according to its press material, dropping the entry price on a slew of devices down to zero, effectively spreading out the payments over 24 months. All told, the promotion includes smartphones, tablets and hotspots, and is open to folks who are “well-qualified” (check your credit statements if you have any questions on that front). The deal starts tomorrow and runs for a “limited time.” Unsurprisingly, there’s also some fine print attached (e.g., the 32GB and 64GB iPhone 5 isn’t covered). The carrier’s site can break down all of that for you, and there’s also more info to be had in a press release after the break.

Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, T-Mobile

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MetroPCS has already taken the spotlight today with their news of two new devices being added to their stable as well as expanding to 19 additional markets, but T-Mobile isn’t going to be outdone as they’re announcing a pretty big promotion today. How big? How about a $0 down for all devices on the network? Yea – that’s pretty big. (more…)

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If you’ve been holding out for a new $40/month smartphone, you’re in luck. We’re not even three months separated from T-Mobile’s MetroPCS acquisition and the value carrier is already reaping benefits from Ms. Magenta. The Bring-Your-Own-Phone carrier is getting its first Windows 8 Phone handset, the HSPA+ Nokia Lumia 521, and the Jelly Bean-running LG Optimus F3. Both phones feature 5MP cameras, July 26th street dates for select markets and attractive pricing — the 521 is $99, while the F3 is $149. The news doesn’t stop rolling there, either.

Not only is the wireless provider’s device lineup expanding, but its coverage area is too. Metro’s availability is growing to 19 additional cities (listed after the break), including Washington, DC; Cleveland, Ohio and Fresno, California. Sadly, the embedded press releases don’t mention the most important aspect of all: whether you can get the F3 in a Grimace-worthy hue.

Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, LG, T-Mobile

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Source: MetroPCS