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AT&T announces LTE-enabled Windows Phone Samsung Focus 2

May 072012

AT&T today announced the Samsung Focus 2 (SGH-i667). As expected, it is none other than the rumoured Samsung Mandel, an affordable LTE-enabled Windows Phone device. It is the third Windows Phone LTE device to be launched by AT&T after the Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II.

“AT&T offers our customers the broadest Windows Phone portfolio of any carrier, with three 4G LTE Windows Phones – the only 4G LTE Windows Phones in the U.S. – now at a variety of price points and form factors,” said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president, Devices, AT&T Mobility. “The Samsung Focus 2 brings the people-first Windows Phone interface together with AT&T’s fast 4G LTE network for an unbeatable experience.”

Samsung Focus 2 specifications:

Operating system: Windows Phone 7.5
Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GSM / tri-band UMTS/ dual-band LTE
Other connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Display: 4-inch WVGA Super AMOLED
Input: Capacitive touchscreen
Storage: 8GB onboard
Rear-facing camera: 5MP AF with 720p HD video capture
Front-facing camera: VGA
Battery: 1,750mAh
Dimensions / weight: 121.7 x 62.7 x 10.9 millimeters / 122 grams

AT&T will offer the Samsung Galaxy Focus 2 for US$49.99 with a two-year contract starting on May 20^th.

There is no word yet on whether it will also be available in Canada.

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Samsung outlines U.S. carrier Android 4.0 Galaxy upgrade plans

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Apr 242012

Samsung Samsung has posted new details about its Android 4.0 upgrade plans for devices offered by U.S. carriers. The list does not provide specific timelines and Samsung warns that “this list may be altered as updates are confirmed or released.”

AT&T leads the pack with six devices, including the Galaxy S II, Galaxy Note, and Nexus S, scheduled for updates. Sprint and Verizon both have two devices up for updates. Samsung and T-Mobile USA are still “in close communication” to determine which devices will be updated.

The following Wi-Fi-only devices are also scheduled for updates: the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, the Galaxy Tab 8.9 Wi-Fi, and the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wi-Fi.

It should come as no surprise that both the original Samsung Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab are not listed. Despite an outcry about its decision, Samsung has yet to reverse its stand on providing updates for these devices.

Only one update is currently available. It is for Sprint’s Nexus S 4G (SPH-d720).

AT&T to launch HTC One X on May 6th

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Apr 182012

AT&T today announced that the HTC One X, HTC’s latest flagship device, will be available as of May 6^th. It will be its first smartphone to run Google Android 4.0.

An all-around workhorse with unique customer benefits, the HTC One X is the flagship of HTC’s One line of smartphones. Combined with the nation’s largest 4G network, with 4G LTE backed by AT&T’s HSPA+ network, the One X becomes the complete package for Android users.

The HTC One X model that AT&T will offer will come with LTE connectivity. As a result, it will sport a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor rather than the quad-core Nvidia Tegra 3 processor found in the international version.

AT&T will offer the HTC One X for US$199.99 with a two-year contract. Pre-orders will begin April 22^nd.

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Nokia Lumia 900 data connectivity patch now available

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Apr 132012

Very good news for Nokia Lumia 900 owners! Nokia today released a patch for a data connectivity issue that plagued some Nokia Lumia 900 devices.

We promised a software fix for April 16th but today, we’d like to share with you that the update is already available – three days ahead of schedule.

The update is now available through Zune for Windows (or Windows Phone 7 Connector if you have a Mac).

The offers that Nokia made earlier in the week remain in effect: Customers can replace their affected Lumia 900 with an upgraded one through AT&T stores and anyone who purchases a Lumia 900 by April 21^st will get a $100 credit (both in Canada and the U.S.)

Nokia confirms Lumia 900 data connectivity issue and upcoming update

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Apr 112012

Nokia Lumia 900 On the heels of the launch of the Lumia 900 in both Canada and the U.S., Nokia has confirmed that it has identified “a memory management issue was discovered that could, in some cases, lead to loss of data connectivity.” If there is good news to be found here, it is that the issue is purely a software problem rather than hardware or even something with AT&T’s network.

A fix is already in the works. Nokia is aiming to release a software update to correct this issue on April 16^th. The update will be pushed through Zune.

In the U.S., Nokia is also offering to swap out affected units with new upgraded ones. It will also give anyone who purchased or will purchase a Lumia 900 by April 21^st a US$100 credit on their AT&T bill.

Update: Good news! Nokia has also confirmed that Canadians will also be entitled to the refund: According to Phil Schwarzmann, Nokia’s Head of Social Media for North America: “For our friends in Canada – Anyone who has already purchased the Lumia 900 or purchases it from now until April 21st, will be getting a $100 credit on their Rogers bill.”

AT&T now taking Nokia Lumia 900 pre-orders

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Mar 302012

AT&T today started to take pre-orders for the Nokia Lumia 900. It is available for US$99.99 with a two-year contract. New customers can also take advantage of AT&T’s current promotion that gives them up a US$100 discount to get it for free.

AT&T will ship pre-orders on April 5^th. This should ensure that you have it in your hands a few days before it hits stores.

If you prefer to pick it up on launch day, you will need to wait until April 8^th, the same day that AT&T launches the HTC Titan II.

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AT&T to launch Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II on April 8th

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Mar 262012

AT&T AT&T today confirmed to CNET that it will launch both the Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II on April 8^th. The devices will be the carrier’s first 4G LTE Windows Phone devices.

Confirming rumours, AT&T will offer the Nokia Lumia 900 for US$99.99 with a two-year contract. This makes it one of AT&T’s cheapest flagship devices ever. The HTC Titan II, with its larger 4.7-inch display and 16MP camera, will sell for US$199.99.

With its aggressive pricing, Nokia is hoping that the Lumia 900 will prove to be a strong seller and allow the manufacturer to begin to reestablish its U.S. presence.

AT&T will begin taking pre-orders for the Nokia Lumia 900 on March 30^th. Both black and blue models will be offered.

AT&T Nokia Lumia 900 launch pushed out to April?

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Mar 102012

Nokia Lumia 900 While Nokia and AT&T only promised a launch “in the coming months” when they announced the LTE-enabled Lumia 900 at CES 2012, rumours have so far pointed to a March launch, possibly March 18^th. BGR has now learned that the launch has slipped to April as technical acceptance has taken longer than expected.

The report adds that AT&T has now rescheduled the launch for April 22^nd both online and in stores.

If there is sliver of good news in all this, it is that the starting price remains unchanged at the rumoured US$99.99.

A closer look at the ‘New iPad’

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Mar 072012

Apple New iPad Apple today announced the new iPad, its third generation iPad called the new iPad.

“The new iPad redefines the category Apple created less than two years ago, delivering the most amazing experience people have ever had with technology,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “The new iPad now has the highest resolution display ever seen on a mobile device with 3.1 million pixels, delivering razor sharp text and unbelievable detail in photos and videos.”

Processor: Dual-core Apple A5X (with quad-core GPU)
Operating system: Apple iOS 5.1
Cellular connectivity: LTE, UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, and GSM/EDGE option
Other connectivity: 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 (and A-GPS on Wi-Fi + 4G model)
Display: 9.7-inch LED-backlit IPS QXGA (1536×2048)
2048-by-1536-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi)
Input: Multi-Touch touchscreen
Storage: 16/32/64GB options
Rear-facing camera: 5MP AF with 1080p video capture, image stabilization
Front-facing camera: VGA
Connectors: 30-pin dock connector port, 3.5mm stereo headphone minijack
Dimensions / weight: 241.2 x 185.7 x 9.4 millimeters / 652 grams (Wi-Fi) and 662 grams (Wi-Fi + 4G)

The ‘New iPad’goes on sale on March 16^th in both Canada and the U.S. It will be available in both black and white. Here are the pricing details:

Model	Canada	U.S.
16GB Wi-Fi	CA$519	US$499
32GB Wi-Fi	CA$619	US$599
64GB Wi-Fi	CA$719	US$699
16GB Wi-Fi + 4G	CA$649	US$629
32GB Wi-Fi + 4G	CA$749	US$729
64GB Wi-Fi + 4G	CA$849	US$829

Forgive me for saying this but what is up with that name? How long will it stay “new?” Will it become the old ‘New iPad’ when Apple unveils the fourth generation iPad? Would you say, “Hi Honey, I bought a new ‘New iPad’ today.” As boring as names such as iPad 3 or iPad HD are, they differentiate the latest iPad from its predecessors. This name just invites confusion (I’m trying to be kind).

Nokia preparing two Windows Phone 8 smartphones for AT&T?

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Mar 062012

Nokia The Verge has learned that Nokia is working on at least two new Windows Phone 8 smartphones specifically for AT&T. The Nokia Prodigy is expected to a high-end “superphone” while the AC/DC should be a mid-range device. There are no additional details about either device at this point.

The rumour follows earlier ones of Microsoft testing a 1.5GHz dual-core Windows Phone smartphone for Sprint. HTC is also rumoured to be working on Windows Phone 8 devices. Details on Windows Phone 8 itself also leaked out last month.

Could we see the Nokia Prodigy and AC/DC in September at Nokia World 2012?

Sony Tablet P now available at AT&T

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Mar 042012

AT&T today launched the dual-screen clamshell Sony Tablet P.

The new Sony Tablet P pushes the design of a tablet even further by elevating the user experience to entirely new levels. The unprecedented dual-screen layout of Sony Tablet P allows its two 5.5-inch displays to be used for different functions such as playing video on one screen while using the other as a controller, or checking email on one screen while using the other as a keyboard. Customers can also combine the displays into a single large screen and its unique folding design means it can fit easily into a pocket or purse.

Sony Tablet P specifications:

Processor: 1GHz dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2
Operating system: Google Android 3.2
Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and tri-band HSPA+
Other connectivity: 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, DLNA
Display: Two 5.5-inch 1024×480
Input: Capacitive touchscreen
Memory: 1GB
Storage: 4GB onboard and microSD cards up to 32GB
Rear-facing camera: 5MP
Front-facing camera: 0.3MP
Battery: 3080mAh
Dimensions / weight: 158 x 180 x 26 millimeters / 369 grams (open)

AT&T is offering the Sony Tablet P for US$399.99 with a two-year contract or US$549.99 with no contract.

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Rumour: More details on AT&T’s Q1 2012 roadmap

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Jan 272012

AT&T Along with the AT&T launch details of the Nokia Lumia 900, BGR this week obtained additional details about the carrier’s Q1 roadmap. It includes:

LTE-enabled Samsung Galaxy Note available on February 18^th for US$299.99
HSPA+ Samsung Rugby Smart and AT&T Fusion available on February 18^th for US$99.99 and US$124.99 respectively
HTC Titan II available on March 18^th for US$199.99 with a two-year contract
A Sony HSPA+ tablet called the Crystal for US$409.99 (Could it be the Sony Tablet P?)

The Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket HD, Samsung Exhilarate, and the Sony Xperia Ion are also on deck for the latter part of the quarter. There are no specific dates or price details yet.

AT&T to offer Nokia Lumia 900 for US$99.99?

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Jan 252012

Earlier rumours have suggested that AT&T will launch the Nokia Lumia 900 on March 18^th. A leaked AT&T roadmap obtained today by BGR supports this date and adds the last missing detail: Pricing.

If accurate, the document indicates that AT&T will offer the Nokia Lumia 900 for US$99.99 with a two-year contract. Despite the fact that the Lumia 900 does not have the most powerful specs out there, it’s still an aggressive price for what is Nokia’s flagship device.

BGR adds that the Lumia 900 has not received its technical acceptance yet. This could affect the launch date.

Rumour: AT&T Nokia Lumia 900 exclusive only good for 45 days?

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Jan 152012

If you have been eyeing the new Nokia Lumia 900 but not willing to sign up with AT&T, there may be some good news for you. A rumour now suggests that the carrier’s exclusive will only last 45 days. After that, other U.S. carriers could ask to carry it as well. The single “source at a rival wireless carrier” adds that T-Mobile appears quite interested with Verizon and Sprint somewhat more undecided (and waiting to see how well it sells at AT&T first). A launch at any of these carriers could occur as early as sometime in Q3 2012.

The source adds that versions of the Lumia 900 released by these other carriers may also be improved to sport a 12MP camera rather than the 8MP one.

WinSuperSite‘s Paul Thurrott warns that has not validated this rumour with other sourecs and warns to take it “with the necessary grain of salt.”

Nokia Lumia 900 to launch on AT&T in March

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Jan 132012

Nokia Lumia 900 When Nokia unveiled its LTE Nokia 900 for AT&T earlier this week, it only said that it would be available in the “coming months.” A Nokia developer newsletter has now confirmed that it will launch in March (earlier rumours suggest as early as March 18^th):

The Nokia Lumia 900 phone runs Microsoft Windows Phone 7.5. It is the biggest and fastest smartphone yet. And it will become available exclusively through AT&T in March.

Pricing details remain unknown at this time.