Sep 26

T-Mobile makes Galaxy S II official at Mobilize: ships on October 12th for $230

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Samsung might have already announced T-Mobile’s variant of the Galaxy S II, but here at Mobilize the carrier’s gone and revealed all the nitty-gritty details. We can now confirm that the 4.52-inch smartphone wields a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 processor clocked at 1.5GHz, eschewing Sammy’s 1.2GHz Exynos found on its other stateside brethren. And much like the just announced Amaze 4G, it’ll be one of the first phones to take advantage of the carrier’s 42Mbps HSPA+ and T-Mobile TV functionality. The TouchWiz-covered, Gingerbread 2.3.5-sportin’ superphone can be yours on October 10th for $229.99 (after a $50 mail in rebate) from Deutsche Telekom’s website, or in stores and select dealers on the 12th. Stay tuned for an impending hands-on — you can bide time by eying the PR after the break, or having a look at the gallery below.

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Gallery: T-Mobile announces Galaxy S II at Mobilize 2011

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T-Mobile makes Galaxy S II official at Mobilize: ships on October 12th for $230 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 24

T-Mobile’s FlexPay plan to be eliminated as soon as December?

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We’ve suspected for some time now that post AT&T-Mobile merger, Magenta’s FlexPay plan would be on its way out sooner rather than later. The payment plan was originally discontinued for new customers back in July, but now it appears the company will completely phase out FlexPay as early as December — forcing loyalists from the old regime to choose an alternate plan and clearing the way for postpaid and Monthly 4G alternatives. According to the leaked memo intercepted by TmoNews, customers who migrate to Postpaid plans will be able to keep the same rates, migrate without signing a contract or paying fees — making the switch a little less painful. RIP FlexPay, you’ll be missed.

T-Mobile’s FlexPay plan to be eliminated as soon as December? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:54:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 22

New York City braces for Tuesday’s arrival of mobile service on subway platforms

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It’s hardly a natural disaster, but the landscape of Manhattan is about to change once again with the arrival of cellular signal to a handful of the borough’s subway platforms. Both AT&T and T-Mobile are taking part in the pilot program, and the Metropolitan Transit Authority expects the service to begin rolling on Tuesday at several stations along the 14th Street corridor, including A, C, E, F, L and M, along with stops 1, 2 and 3. The 23rd Street line will also see part of the action, as coverage is expected for the C and E stations. Of course, straphangers are unlikely to receive signal once on-board the trains, as the tunnels themselves aren’t included in this rollout. Currently, the MTA expects all 277 underground platforms to be equipped for mobile chatter by 2016. Transit Wireless, the company responsible for the expansion, is said to be in talks with Sprint and Verizon for a similar introduction, although its customers must be content to listen in on the conversations other commuters for the time being.

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New York City braces for Tuesday’s arrival of mobile service on subway platforms originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 01:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 21

T-Mobile’s BlackBerry Curve 9360 available for $79 on September 28th, swanks it up with merlot variant

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Attention power users and devotees of physical portrait QWERTYs, RIM’s outing yet another member of its Curve family this month. Running the Waterloo-based company’s latest BB 7 OS, Magenta’s BlackBerry Curve 9360 actually goes up for pre-sale today, but you’ll have to count yourself amongst the enterprise set for the early access perks. For the rest of us, the carrier’s set a September 28th launch for the standard black version of this 2.4-inch, touchscreen-less handset. But that’s not all — perhaps following up on the latest fashion-centric trend, the company’s also releasing this mid-range entry in a wine-soaked hue of merlot on October 12th. Regardless of your style preferences, the phone’ll be available for a wallet-pleasing $79.99 on a two-year contract (after a $50 rebate). So, were not sure if this was worthy of the ‘Apollo’ moniker, but at least our in-house Ms. Cleo was right on the money.

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Sep 20

T-Mobile customers would be able to keep rate plans on AT&T after contract expires

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The post-merger AT&T&T world is a mysterious one. Nobody knows what it looks like or what the rules will be, and it’s quite likely we won’t know all of the answers until the acquisition has been completed — if it makes it that far. However, at least another piece has been added to the puzzle for now; according to an internal employee FAQ sent in to TmoNews, any customer in love with their current rate plan will be allowed to grandfather it into AT&T’s system and keep it after their contract expires. Curiously enough, it doesn’t say anything about what will happen if you’d like to upgrade your phone, which could be a completely different story. At least this little chunk of news serves to soothe nervous souls concerned about being forced to a higher-priced plan, which may keep a lot of people from suddenly jumping ship.

T-Mobile customers would be able to keep rate plans on AT&T after contract expires originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:44:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 20

T-Mobile CMO: no iPhone 5 on our network this year

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Hopes and dreams = shot. We’ve had a sneaky suspicion all along that T-Mobile would likely be the only major network not playing host to an iPhone 5 launch party this year, but we still kept our heads high because no official denial had been given from the company’s C-level. That’s now changed, since T-Mobile CMO Cole Brodman slammed us back into reality at a town hall meeting stating: “we are not going to get the iPhone 5 this year.” It’s a hard pill to swallow in such a short summation, but there might be a glimmer of hope — technically Brodman only referenced one specific name. Since there’s always a possibility that Apple will choose a different title for its fifth-gen device (or even add a lower-priced option), T-Mobile fans can still grasp onto one last Hail Mary of a chance; just don’t set yourself up for more disappointment, okay?

T-Mobile CMO: no iPhone 5 on our network this year originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 12

Samsung pushes Galaxy Tab 10.1 through FCC with T-Mobile AWS bands

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Sure, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is great when using Verizon’s LTE network, but what if you’re looking for something in more of a GSM, magenta-colored flavor? You might be in luck, if a new tablet pushed through the FCC makes its way to store shelves. The device, identified only as the Samsung SGH-T859, comes complete with 1700MHz AWS for T-Mobile as well as 850 / 1900 GSM / EDGE / WCDMA / HSPA, and has the same dimensions as the WiFi-only version we saw in May. We can’t say with a surety that it’ll use the Galaxy Tab branding, but we think it’s unlikely this would be anything else. And of course there’s no guarantee it’ll become a subsidized device on T-Mobile, but we know there’s more than a handful of diehards that’d be willing to fork out a couple extra Benjamins for the privilege of using this beauty on their own carrier. So if your day is now a little bit brighter because of the news, feel free to check out the device in the gallery below.

Gallery: Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with T-Mobile AWS

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Samsung pushes Galaxy Tab 10.1 through FCC with T-Mobile AWS bands originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 12

Engadget’s smartphone buyer’s guide: fall 2011 edition

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Shopping for a new smartphone is an exciting and arduous experience. It holds the promise of something better and the fear of a two-year commitment. For gadget enthusiasts, it also involves pouring over specs and reviews, and fretting over what’s coming out in the near-term. As we publish this buyer’s guide, we face potential upheavals in the mobile space. Samsung’s Galaxy S II lineup will arrive at three major US carriers, the next iPhone perpetually looms in the distance, and a new generation of Windows Phone handsets is close upon us. You might ask, “Why would anyone buy a smartphone today, when something better is coming tomorrow?” Friends, that’s the blessing and curse of the mobile world — there’s always something better coming. You can’t wait forever, though, and if you want to purchase a smartphone today, we’re here to make the process easier and help you make an informed decision.

While our choices are sometimes contentious, they’re backed with experience that you can rely upon. If you’re looking to make a quick decision without much effort, you can rest assured that our selections won’t steer you wrong. Still, we encourage you to educate yourself before you decide on a smartphone that best fits your needs. Our Primed series is an excellent place to start, where you can learn about dual-core processors and mobile displays. As always, you’re encouraged to share your own experience in the comments, and we hope you have fun listing your own favorites, too. Just remember that we have an $80 ceiling for our budget selections. Compared to our previous buyer’s guide, Samsung has begun to lose ground, and while Android maintains dominance, it’s found some unexpected competition. Curious to see how it played out? Read on, as we round up the best smartphones of the day.

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Engadget’s smartphone buyer’s guide: fall 2011 edition originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 10

AT&T files response to DOJ suit, says regulators just don’t understand

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It’s no secret or surprise that AT&T is unhappy with the DOJ’s decision to try and block its merger with T-Mobile. But issuing public statements is one thing, officially filing papers in court is another. Ma Bell submitted a 25-page document arguing that the Justice Department’s claims represent a misunderstanding of the market and dismisses competition from “innovative upstarts,” like MetroPCS and US Cellular. AT&T’s lawyers point out that T-Mo, currently the fourth largest provider, has been losing customers for years and it’s German parent company may not be inclined to invest much in improving it. By contrast, AT&T has spent $30 billion over the last two years to boost network quality and capacity, yet still struggles to keep up with demand. We can’t say the arguments are without validity, but the government’s fear of a market dominated by just three companies with little incentive to innovate or drive down prices also seems well founded. Well, the pageantry officially gets underway on September 21st, when the US District Court hearings begin.

AT&T files response to DOJ suit, says regulators just don’t understand originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 10 Sep 2011 12:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 01

BlackBerry Bold 9900 now available on T-Mobile, still late to the 7 OS party

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We knew this day was coming, so there are no surprises here. BlackBerry’s latest addition to its portrait QWERTY family, the Bold 9900, is on sale now at T-Mobile stores. The chrome trimmed, 14.4Mbps HSDPA capable handset’ll run you $350 (before a $50 mail-in rebate) with a two-year commitment, or you can always fork over the full $600 if you’d rather steer clear of the carrier’s contract chains. In case you were in need of a refresher, the phone packs a zippy 1.2GHz processor, 2.8-inch capacitive touchscreen and runs BlackBerry 7 OS. Feeling like it’s time to update your crackberry habit? Then head to the source below to get your order on.

BlackBerry Bold 9900 now available on T-Mobile, still late to the 7 OS party originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Sep 2011 10:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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