Showing posts with label TMobile. Show all posts
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Sunday, June 19, 2011

T-Mobile releases Samsung Exhibit 4G, Gravity Smart

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Samsung_Exhibit_4G Just a day after it announced release dates for the HTC Sensation 4G, T-Mobile is back for more Android fun with the new Exhibit 4G and Gravity Smart. Both smartphones carry a budget price tag and will be out in June.


The Exhibit 4G sports a slim candy bar design in violet or black. The touch screen takes up most of the real estate leaving space below for three touch controls and a physical OK button. You'll use a virtual keyboard with Swype for your typing needs and it all runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread.


Inside you'll find a 1GHz processor, a 3-megapixel camera with a flash, a front-facing VGA shooter for self-portraits and video chat, Wi-Fi calling, a full HTML browser with Flash, a memory card slot, USB tethering, and support for T-Mobile's HSPA+ network. When you're not being productive, you can watch live and on-demand programming from T-Mobile TV, download movies and TV programs from the Samsung Media Hub, and play preinstalled games like Bejeweled 2, Scrabble and Doodle Jump.


Samsung_Gravity_Smart The Gravity Smart is the first Android handset in Samsung's Gravity series (previous models like the Gravity T ran Samsung's TouchWiz OS). It offers a slider design with a full QWERTY keyboard hidden behind the front face. The keyboard includes a decent selection of shortcut keys (colored in green) and a convenient space bar. The 3.2-inch touch screen also offers a virtual keybaord with Swype.


Features on the Froyo 2.2 device include a full HTML browser, a 3-megapixel camera with a LED flash, a personal organizer, messaging, e-mail, a music player, the usual Google features, and access to apps through the Android Market.


The Exhibit 4G will be $80 after a $50 mail-in rebate and two-year contract. The Gravity Smart will sell for $70 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a two-year contract.


Cnet

Saturday, June 4, 2011

T-Mobile releases Samsung Exhibit 4G, Gravity Smart

Samsung_Exhibit_4G Just a day after it announced release dates for the HTC Sensation 4G, T-Mobile is back for more Android fun with the new Exhibit 4G and Gravity Smart. Both smartphones carry a budget price tag and will be out in June.


The Exhibit 4G sports a slim candy bar design in violet or black. The touch screen takes up most of the real estate leaving space below for three touch controls and a physical OK button. You'll use a virtual keyboard with Swype for your typing needs and it all runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread.


Inside you'll find a 1GHz processor, a 3-megapixel camera with a flash, a front-facing VGA shooter for self-portraits and video chat, Wi-Fi calling, a full HTML browser with Flash, a memory card slot, USB tethering, and support for T-Mobile's HSPA+ network. When you're not being productive, you can watch live and on-demand programming from T-Mobile TV, download movies and TV programs from the Samsung Media Hub, and play preinstalled games like Bejeweled 2, Scrabble and Doodle Jump.


Samsung_Gravity_Smart The Gravity Smart is the first Android handset in Samsung's Gravity series (previous models like the Gravity T ran Samsung's TouchWiz OS). It offers a slider design with a full QWERTY keyboard hidden behind the front face. The keyboard includes a decent selection of shortcut keys (colored in green) and a convenient space bar. The 3.2-inch touch screen also offers a virtual keybaord with Swype.


Features on the Froyo 2.2 device include a full HTML browser, a 3-megapixel camera with a LED flash, a personal organizer, messaging, e-mail, a music player, the usual Google features, and access to apps through the Android Market.


The Exhibit 4G will be $80 after a $50 mail-in rebate and two-year contract. The Gravity Smart will sell for $70 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a two-year contract.


Cnet

Monday, May 30, 2011

T-Mobile G2X copes with glitches, recall claims in dispute

T-Mobile-G2X The T-Mobile G2X is out of stock on the carrier's web store, with one TMoNews source claiming this is due to quality issues with the handset. T-Mobile, however, has denied the claim on Twitter and said the dual-core Android phone is facing "inventory constraints" due to "high demand." It claimed that it was working with the phone's maker, LG, to address the shortfall and hoped to have them return to normal in the coming weeks.


The handset's track record regardless of the actual cause of the shortage has been spotty. Technical problems reported by many users have included unplanned reboots, screen light leaks, and lesser control issues.


The phone supports T-Mobile's HSPA+ network and has a 1GHz Tegra 2 processor that gives it much of its speed. It ships with Android 2.2 and gets an eight-megapixel, rear-facing camera capable of recording 1080p videos, a front-facing 1.3-megapixel camera, and a four-inch touchscreen.


Electronista

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Rumor: New "iPhone 4S" Launching on T-Mobile and Sprint, Too?

Apple rumormongering: Go! A new research note from Jefferies & Co analyst Peter Misek suggests that Apple isn't going to be performing a significant upgrade to the connection capabilities of its new, to-be-released iPhone—namely, no 4G LTE support.


Whenever the next version of Apple's smartphone hits the market—we're already nearing the one-year anniversary of the iPhone 4's launch with no hint of a new product in sight—Misek suggests that the device will only have incremental upgrades compared to the iPhone 4's specifications. Heck, it's practically keeping the same name.


"We believe the likelihood of the iPhone 5 launch in September including LTE [Long-Term Evolution] is now remote," wrote Misek in a research note on May 13. "According to our industry checks, the device should be called iPhone 4S and include minor cosmetic changes, better cameras, A5 dual-core processor, and HSPA+ [EvolvedHigh-Speed Packet Access] support."


The bigger news on Apple's side is Misek's suggestion that the company will be pursuing an expanded carrier lineup for its iPhones. His "industry checks" indicate that Apple will be launching the iPhone on both Sprint and T-Mobile in time for the holidays—remember, although the latter is in the process of being purchased by AT&T, T-Mobile currently remains a separate company from the larger carrier. In other words, no iPhone… yet.


As for when the new iPhone is expected to actually hit the market—looking cosmetically similar to the iPhone 4, as indicated by current rumors—that's anyone's guess. While anonymous sources speaking to Reuters in an April 2011 article suggest that the iPhone 5 (or iPhone 4S) is expected to drop in September of this year, other rumors peg the next version of Apple's smartphone to ship just in time for the holidays.


So why new carriers, but not LTE support for the new iPhone-whatever? In actuality, Apple was allegedly planning to support full-fledged LTE in the iPhone via a Qualcomm chipset, but Misek says that chip yields just haven't been strong enough for Apple to be able bring LTE support into the picture just yet. While not explicitly stated by Misek, the iPhone 4S seems like it was Apple's "backup plan" in case a full LTE-enhanced iPhone couldn't come to pass.


PCmag

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

T-Mobile to offer Gingerbread for G2, unlimited Wi-Fi calls

Several leaked documents suggest T-Mobile is preparing to offer unlimited Wi-Fi calling and expanded information for caller ID, while the Gingerbread update for G2 handsets is listed as "coming soon." The internal memos, which were posted by TmoNews, note that subscribers who have signed up with an Even More, Even More Plus or 4G Do More plan will be able to make calls over Wi-Fi connections without using voice minutes.


A separate memo indicates the company is preparing to change its "Caller Name" feature to "Name ID," bringing additional information for unblocked numbers that are not already in the user's contacts. The information is said to include a name, number, city and state for each caller. The service will eventually be expanded with an option to create "one touch address book entries" based on the details.


The G2 leak suggests the company is preparing to update the handset with Android 2.3 in the near future. Aside from the UI refinements, the release is said to bring "faster, more intuitive" text input and improved power management.


The Wi-Fi calling option is paired with a May 11 launch date, while the Name ID feature appears to be on its way on the 22nd. A date for the Gingerbread release remains unclear, though it will arrive automatically as an over-the-air update.


Electronista

Monday, May 16, 2011

T-Mobile G-slate vs. iPad vs. Blackberrys scenario vs 2 Apple Motorola SLASHY

Getting Started:
We have usuccessfulde away quickly with some new Shimizu tablets to hit the market of late for the better part of last month, and now that we have got a feel for all these reasons, it is better to sit to compare and contrast them all in one big revelation. With the Apple iPad, BlackBerry, Motorola's scenario, SLASHY and T-Mobile G-shale all decks waiting to turn attention should focus on them at once to appreciate all the how to distinguish with each other – and at the same time, what they excel at. Of course, it is rather difficult to say specifically what the best of the bunch, especially when it enters into force, user preferences, but nevertheless, we must look back and to find out which thoroughly rather agreed as the most balanced. So without further delay, let's get together on the correct thickness of the fight!

Design:
Visual Basic, all four tablets based on the same foundations when it comes to their plans, and none of them deviate from his usual slate form factor. But you are still in a gauze and have we really admire the design and construction of iPad 2, since it contains a combination of quality materials and attention to fine detail. Compared with other notable of cultivation, a razor thin impressive set outside, but it is only marginally thinner than the BlackBerry scenario. The Model's rim, we welcome, and because it is very strongly for a 7-incher – preserves a pocketable design. As for the two Android tablets Prefer we G-slate design of SLASHY slightly because it is more comfortable to hold and look cleaner, thanks to the rear cover soft touch.  IPad 2 is still clearly impressive percentage from the event which will attract more easily all prying eyes from far away.


Of course, want to size on the screen in a certain Tablet PC will probably dictate whether or not they are favourable to a person, but in all honesty, the quality of the monitor's scenario Rails over the package. Make sure that it is eyfyestero of flock to 7-inches, but combine the production of glossy color, amazing clarity and high pixel density, sound meet to offer an incredible experience. Add sheer bravery, Ipad's scenario 2 deliver higher brightness output, which contributes to make it visible to the eye of the Sun painted edges. Apple's pride and joy follows closely with screen 9.7 ", but you may notice a distinct jagged see text on the screen. In addition, boasting about G-shale of a fine display screen 8.9-inches, but there is a faint yellowish compromises with the output. And finally, SLASHY of 10.1 Show gives several buildings, but is recognizable, employ lower quality appearance due to its weak luminosity.


Not something I necessarily consider, taking into account in particular the larger tablets, also, you are presented with the ability to shoot photos and videos on the go, with four. With regard to sensors both iPad and employs's fixed scenario focused digital cameras without flash, but the iPad scenario manhandles 2, gives packages a 5-megapixel a contrast to the less than iPad 2 1-megapixel count. Both G-bearing Schiefer and SLASHY along 5-megaixel Auto focus camera with flash, which is useful for macro shots, but G-shale have instead, roman, the ability to download videos in 3D, with the dual cameras.


Activation of a Tablet PC should not be a disappointing experience with any sense, but the annoyingly small button script exclusive power is unfortunately a nightmare to tap. Fortunately, there is a big problem with the other three tablets, but you can override press the power button on the script because you can still perform a gesture after scanning of the facade under the authority of a power to – desværreDer is no movement to do the opposite.


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Sunday, May 15, 2011

T-Mobile G-slate review

Getting Started:
It aims to develop mutual relationship, it is undeniable that the LG intends to Bank a huge success with their new line of Android devices for T-Mobile, United States – which will inevitably solidifies their position with the air carrier, respectively. In view of the fact that the presence of LG's T-Mobile postpaid composition is still relatively new, especially when it was only last summer, so the first set of LG phones arrive at T-Mobile channel lineup, it would be interesting to say the least, how things will develop now, Big magenta is the end of the game with a Honeycomb Android tablet 3.0 from LG.

LG manages to seduce you conveniently, the carrier shall make tablet on board the T-Mobile G-shale, thanks to the unique features of this novel is able to shoot high definition 720 p video in 3D. It is, of course, very easy for anyone to say that this is a growing movement to exploit the hysteria sweeping to the world of 3D technology, but nonetheless it is something that will keep differentiated enough from package-for now. In the meantime, this Riding in the foreground, at a time when the tablet competition even within the Android camp begins to observe an uncompromising each try to outgun the other.


Fundamentalist tag price of $ 529.99 with a 2 year contract, T-Mobile G-Slate has a small edge over the nearest charging Android Motorola brothers, but will feature SLASHY novel 3D video download is enough to justify yet another interesting indifference by demanding consumers?

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Design:
Not surprisingly, one bit, there is nothing original about G-slate design, but when you think about this, is rather difficult to find large black with slate tablet form factor. In practice, it is safe to say that G-shale essentially is a super sized G2x for T-Mobile since it incorporates most of the features of the design. However, I must say that it is much more convenient to keep by Motorola SLASHY mainly attributed to a rear soft touch and curved edges. In addition, the surface is soft touch a much better job in maintaining a clean leader and the usual set of deterring the nasty evil. Strange enough includes the display bezel an 8.9 "is not uniform around, and instead are moderately wide on the left and right side – thus making it almost Motorola SLASHY width. Notwithstanding this, the weight of the additional (21.82 oz) supplements the overall solid build and exudes a sense of premium hand.


There is no doubt in fact G-shale of 8,9 "chwritikis touch are moderately higher quality than what is used for the Motorola SLASHY, but when I activate, it instantly recognizable. Happy to accept resolution 1280 x 768, is able to collect some sharp and crisp graphics make it satisfyingly more pleasant to read even the most extreme on the screen text. In addition, exhibitions of lighter tones under SLASHY makes colors come to life and pop with luminance in almost every corner. And, quite frankly, should not interested much in the attempt to use outdoors beneath the gaze of the Sun, because the production of high brightness you can continue to be visible from almost situation. Synthesis is the complete, T-Mobile G-shale appearance is undoubtedly superior in so many levels.


Unlike most things are G-slate of forward-facing 2-megapixel camera hidden in the upper-left corner of the screen – which works well If you use it in portrait. In spite of the fact that, this offset than unfamiliar and has an unusual perspective, when you use it in landscape.


Take a look at the left edge of the Tablet, we find proprietary headphones charging port, 3.5 mm, loudspeaker and dedicated power button. Now even if it is in a number of easy and cheap, it is a little on the flat side, but presents a moderate response when pressed.


While he taught, we find an extra two speakers on the right side of the Tablet PC, which offers mainly stereo support, if you hold down the tablet with either direction. When speakers are placed directly on the outer edge of the façade, there is a tendency to inadvertently cover with our Palmer holds the tablet in the landscape – thus reducing production.


Equivalent to the power button, volume rocker is fairly flat, but there is still a moderate response when it is down to you. In addition, the microphone is placed near the volume rocker on the top edge of G-shale.


In the meantime, the bottom edge of the program invokes a few ports Association – which includes things like HDMI connector pin out to a dock and microUSB port. Strangely enough, you can use the included USB to microUSB adapter to charge other devices on the road. as your smartphone.


Finally, the counter is not one, but two 5-megapixel Auto-focus cameras placed at the same level to another at the rear – with the closure of Gaza metal joints and which separates the two. Of course, both cameras operate in parallel to deliver 3D video recording 720 p, but you can get 1080p for normal registration. The packaging says a paradox that the battery is "preinstalled", it means that you are locked in to come into it. However, one of the two sides can escape and give access to the SIM card slot and manual Reset button.


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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

T-Mobile G2X Android 2.3 upgrade gets early preview

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T-Mobile's promised Android 2.3 upgrade for the G2Xwas given an unofficial preview on Sunday showing what to expect. Along with the expected new keyboard, copy-paste text, and other 2.3.3 features, the dual-core phone gets visibly improved scrolling and touch responsiveness. This is my next also spotted working Wi-Fi calling and all the other preloaded T-Mobile apps carrying over, such as the Tegra Zone game browser.


Some features are missing, including those that weren't expected to go. NFC hasn't reached the G2X since the hardware itself is missing. Android 2.3 sounds from the Nexus S also appeared to be missing, and the camera app was the stock Google version rather than LG's custom treatment.


With unofficial Cyanogen builds having just rolled out on the weekend, T-Mobile's own promises of a quick official rollout were likely to come true. The carrier hasn't given out a timetable of its own and could still wait weeks before it pushes out to users.




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Electronista

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Samsung Exhibit 4G for T-Mobile leaks with 1.4GHz chip

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samsungexhibit4g A leak Friday night confirmed that T-Mobile is lining up a more direct replacement for the Samsung Vibrant. The Exhibit 4G would be a close relative of the Galaxy S Plus and use its 1.4GHz processor, five-megapixel camera, and Android 2.3, but with some conspicuous upgrades and downgrades. TmoNews saw that it would have a slightly smaller 3.7-inch (though still 480x800) screen, but it would pack a front VGA resolution camera and its namesake HSPA+ data, though whether it would be 14.4Mbps or 21Mbps couldn't be identified.


The control scheme would be its most unusual aspect; rather than have the four touch buttons of the Vibrant or most US Galaxy S phones, it would use a consciously iPhone-like home button and reserve the rest for up top. Performance would be strictly middling at somewhere between the Galaxy S and the Motorola Droid X.


No release details exist for the Exhibit 4G. However, its appearance in working form with a final name could have it coming soon. The earliest opportunity is a known Samsung event on May 24.


Electronista

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

T-Mobile Sidekick 4 G review

Getting Started:
It is believed that at a time be eradicated completely from existence, as something blackened reputation with mini meltdown, which took place back at the end of 2009, the lovable Sidekick line is alive and beating again. The emphasis on messaging and social networking aspects of orientation, the reincarnated partner T-Mobile 4 G brings back popular bar with new manufacturer in Samsung and participation with the Android platform – unlike whatever danger powered sidekick for us in the past. The handset has, of course, been given a modern makeover, which should appeal to many people. Even if you haven't seen before. In addition, costs $ 99.99 on contract-the event is, without doubt, an attraction that makes Fabulous, just Fabulous affordable for all, but may face similar other Android handset animal QWERTY style?Package includes:


Design:
First and foremost equipped Samsung T-Mobile Sidekick 4 G integrates all design tips immediately is a recognisable Sidekick, but hit hero mark as beautiful, we have seen. Employ an entirely plastic, it feels a little house on the cheap side, but in general you would expect from a device inspired youth such as this. We are also surprised to find this astronomical size (0.6 "thick) handset packing some weight (5.7 oz) with several – especially when outside of the plastic. Still, three muted earphone (black, white, and pink in our case) has plenty of character to the eye-catching while retaining a solid feel, but I do not believe for one second that it would compete with the industrial design from HTC camp. Then again is a completely different demographic targeting.


You can compare T-Mobile Sidekick 4 G with many other phones using our visualization tool size.

Although we are happy to see the Sidekick 4 G fundamentalist an immersive 3.5 "WVGA (480 x 800) LCD screen, is not actually the highest screen resolution was found with a sidekick – it is worth noting Sidekick LX recognition goes with resolution 480 x 858. It produces nevertheless still stellar closer even been able to give some token limits with the most extreme text on your screen. Do not Stop, we are impressed by the amazing sound and strong color production – which is amazing considering it is a normal LCD screen unlike AMOLED-based screens that appears between the Samsung stable. And, finally, the angles on high profile means that there are no problems trying to get a good determines what is on the screen in direct view of the Sun.

Now there should be a design error that we notice be none other than the location of physical buttons around on the screen. Of course, it is in fact usually see a kind of soft keys grazing angles of any Sidekick, but see that this is an Android powered smartphone, the location of the home Member State and keys jump is annoyingly long. Fortunately, they are all sufficient size and offerwhich satisfies the clicky feel when pressure. In the meantime, the circular optical pad fitting choices for this device gives Sidekick updated and better placement of the cursor by typing something.

Add a convenience age, we can find a front of the camera on top of the screen, which can be used for video chat with the handset featured Qik app 0.3 megapixels. And although I missed illuminating the trackball found in earlier models, which is mainly used for announcements, small PART reviews light Sidekick 4 G is a decent replacement.

Unfortunately away favorite rotating mechanism is a staple with most Side kicks in the past, but rather, Samsung has chosen to differentiate the model with a "pop-inclined" link. Download keyboard exposed is a little unusual, because it involves the pressure up and down at the bottom of the screen keeps the landscape. Then in a southerly direction feels the constant speed of click space, and it is stronger than the Z-link was found with T-Mobile G2.
Without question, 5-row keyboard layout Sidekick 4 G clear one of the most favourable in the composition of the Tmo. Granted that Rubberised buttons and raised is rather small in size, we adore, where there is plenty of space between them to give quite accurate presses without problems. And, of course, very valued dedicated buttons such as "@" and Google voice search, but the exclusive line of buttons for numbers are particularly valuable. All we are very happy for the keyboard and apparently following line with what is expected from a sidekick.

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Tuesday, May 3, 2011

T-Mobile review G2x

Getting Started:

Still thrives as number three handset maker in the world, there is no argument that LG is a great opportunity to capture lucrative smartphone market, but not necessarily high-performance flagship device forced to compete. Make sure that we have seen some of their most recently troubled global thanks to the popularity of the LG Optimus one and military variants. They are still missing from this device, however, top-shelf quality that will cement as Matt's player on Android. Fortunately for T-Mobile hit bring greater overseas LG and plopping directly from its composition. Renamed the G2x for T-Mobile, which is a variant of TMOS popular LG Optimus 2 X $ 200, this installation on Android-powered device apparently contract may be the device that will characterize LG as a prominent actor.

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Design:

Fortunately, there is something very different about design and style of the G2x above X 2 – Optimus, cultivation is done more and wider, but more streamlined in 0.23 "thick. For some, this may seem like a rather cumbersome, which is mainly due to the distance beneath the screen died, but still, however, is very comfortable to hold. In fact, back soft touch not only contains lots of grip, but keep the device looking new as brand new and handles turn back easy pollution and wreckage from sticking to. In addition, the metal strip "with Google" branding on the back gives the handset a little character. And although it does not embody something that has a memorable design, want to keep things simple and clean – complemented by solid construction.


You can compare T-mobile phones with many other G2x using our visualization tool size.

Catch the attention immediately, screen WVGA (480 x 800) LCD 4 "from G2x is undoubtedly at least crisp and beautiful. There is not enough detail, and at the same time, we would like natural color display production. In addition, large viewing angles and blinding brightness only fill the glow is visible in the presence of the Sun in contrast.

Although the amount of space available in the screen, contribute with its largest size, press helps to reduce any possible accidental with any of the standard Android buttons, because capacitive use distances away from the bottom edge.

Look at the left edge, we are completely clean and without buttons, but on the right side of the G2x homes of separate volume up or down buttons – which is very identifiable and do not correspond to the touch.

Conveniently located at the top of the phone, we find the 3.5 mm jack for headphones and dedicated power button, which is located in a convenient place for the tip – plus, it has a solid tactile feeling when pressed. In addition, handset microHDMI port safe hidden behind a removable plastic front.

He taught, microphone, speaker and microUSB port, all located in a row at the bottom of the handset.


Dead Center where Smacked Note subtle embossed on the back, you can find the top of the normal 8-megapixel auto focus camera with LED flash set at this location. Finally, enabled Remote plastic back cover can be achieved by yanking out from the bottom edge – which gives you access to 1500 mAh battery, microSD card slot and spring SIM card slot.

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