| AT&T Bumps Up Pricing and Limits for Data Plans |
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AT&T today announced that it will change its data plan allotments and pricing starting Sunday, January 22. The new smartphone plans include 300MB for $20 per month; 3GB for $30 per month; or 5GB with tethering/hotspot for $50 per month. All three reflect a $5 increase in monthly... - read more |
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| Samsung Galaxy Note Coming to AT&T |
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Official Samsung posters on display at the CES event show the device with an AT&T logo, seemingly confirming that the phone/tablet device is coming to the carrier. An official announcement is expected on Monday.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| Pantech Pocket Hits AT&T Stores Nov. 20 |
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AT&T today announced that the Pantech Pocket Android 2.3 Gingerbread smartphone will go on sale starting November 20. The Pocket has a large, 4:3 aspect ratio display and a 5-megapixel camera.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Sets Nov. 20 as Release Date for Pantech Pocket, Others |
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AT&T today announced via its Twitter feed that the Pantech Pocket, Samsung DoubleTime, and Samsung Captive Slide will be available starting November 20. Price points were not disclosed.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| HTC Titan Sets Sail for AT&T Nov. 20 |
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AT&T today announced via its Facebook page that it will begin offering the HTC Titan Windows Phone Mango device starting November 20.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Announces BlackBerry 9900, 9860, 9360 Availability |
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AT&T today announced that it will begin offering the BlackBerry 9900 Bold and the 9860 Torch on November 6. Both will be available in stores and online that day. All three devices will the newest BlackBerry 7 platform. The 9900 and 9360 will have access to AT&T's fastest HSPA+... - read more |
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| AT&T Announces Five New Android Smartphones |
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AT&T announced a slew of new Android smartphones today from Motorola, Samsung, Pantech, and ZTE.
- Motorola Atrix 2: The Atrix 2 is a follow up to this year’s Atrix with a few spec bumps. It includes a dual-core 1GHz processor with 1GB of RAM; 4.3-inch... - read more
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| Apple Announces the Dual-Mode CDMA/HSPA+ iPhone 4S |
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Apple today revealed details about the next-generation iPhone, which is called the iPhone 4S. The design of the device is similar to the iPhone 4, but Apple claims that the inside is all new. It will run on Apple's A5 dual-core 1GHz processor, and will include dual-core graphics... - read more |
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| Apple Announces Siri - An Intelligent Voice-Controlled Assistant |
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Apple today announced a new voice-controlled application for the iPhone 4S called Siri: the intelligent assistant. According to Apple, Siri understands contextual directions, such as asking the device to set up an alert, or to check the weather, or to find out the time in Paris. The... - read more |
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| Pantech Link II Hits AT&T |
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AT&T recently began selling the Pantech Link II, a follow-up quick messaging device that includes a back-lit QWERTY keyboard for typing. The Link II also features a 2 megapixel camera with video capture, Bluetooth 2.1, media player, support for microSD cards up to 32GB, speakerphone,... - read more |
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| AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S II Streets Oct. 2 |
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AT&T today revealed that its variant of the Samsung Galaxy S II Android smartphone will go on sale October 2.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Launching LTE on September 18 |
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AT&T announced today that it will launch its Long Term Evolution network on Sunday, September 18. The announcement was made by AT&T CFO John Stephens during the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Media conference. The LTE network will initially be available in just five markets:... - read more |
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| AT&T to Sell 3 WP7.5 Smartphones from HTC and Samsung |
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AT&T today announced that it will sell the HTC Titan, and the Samsung Focus S and Focus Flash later this fall. All three devices will run Windows Phone 7.5 Mango. These are the first new WP7.5 handsets from AT&T since last year's models. Additionally, AT&T will start updating... - read more |
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| AT&T Offering Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Sept. 18 |
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AT&T today announced that it will sell its own version of the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play gaming Android phone starting September 18.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T and Huawei Debut Impulse 4G |
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AT&T and Huawei today announced the Impulse 4G, a new Android 2.2 Froyo smartphone that includes a 3.8-inch touch display with 480 x 800 pixels. The Impulse 4G features a 5-megapixel camera with auto-focus, flash, and 720p HD video capture. It also includes Wi-Fi with mobile hotspot;... - read more |
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| AT&T Launches DriveMode App for BlackBerries |
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AT&T today announced the availability of a free application called DriveMode, which can be used to prevent distracted driving. The application can be set to redirect incoming calls directly to voicemail, as well as to send out automatic "I am driving" text responses. The application... - read more |
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| LG Thrill 4G Landing on AT&T Shelves 9/4 |
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AT&T announced via one of its official Twitter feeds that the LG Thrill 4G will go on sale September 4. The Thrill 4G can capture 3D photos and video. It runs Google's Android platform.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Confirms Changes to Messaging Plans |
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AT&T plans to do away with several of its messaging plans starting on August 21, said an AT&T spokesperson to Phone Scoop in an email. New customers signing up after August 21 will be able to subscribe to the $20 unlimited messaging plan for a single line, or the $30 unlimited... - read more |
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| AT&T's LTE Devices Launching Aug. 21, Network to Follow |
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AT&T today announced that its first batch of Long Term Evolution-compatible devices will become available on Sunday, August 21. The devices, both made by Sierra Wireless, are the USBConnect Momentum 4G (dongle) and the Elevate 4G (hotspot). Both devices will include a slot for microSD... - read more |
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| AT&T Launching BlackBerry Torch 9810 Aug. 21 |
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AT&T announced today via its Facebook page that it will offer the BlackBerry Torch 9810 beginning August 21.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Updating Voicemail Security, Requiring Passwords |
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AT&T is introducing a new change to how it handles customer voicemail in order to make it more secure. Starting today, new customers, customers who change their number, customers who create a new inbox, or customers who upgrade to visual voicemail will need to set a password in order... - read more |
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| AT&T and RIM Announce 4G BlackBerry Lineup |
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AT&T and Research In Motion today announced three upcoming 4G handsets that will be added to AT&T's smartphone lineup over the course of the next few months. First is the BlackBerry Torch 9810, an update to last year's 9800. The Torch 9810 is a vertical slider with a 3.2-inch touch... - read more |
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| BlackBerry Torch 9860 Picks Up Where Storm Left Off |
| Research In Motion today announced the BlackBerry Torch 9860/9850, a brand new smartphone that has a 3.7-inch touch display with a software keyboard. The 9860/9850 has four physical keys below the screen, as well as an optical trackpad for on-screen navigation. Other features include a 5... - read more |
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| AT&T to Throttle Heaviest Data Hogs |
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AT&T today announced that it plans to throttle back the speeds available to wireless data customers who fall in the top 5% of data users. The company explained in a press release, "Starting October 1, smartphone customers with unlimited data plans may experience reduced speeds once... - read more |
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| AT&T Says All 2011 Android Phones to Receive Gingerbread |
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AT&T today announced that all of the Android handsets it has released in 2011 will receive the Android 2.3 Gingerbread system update. The Motorola Atrix 4G will receive Gingerbread starting today, and the HTC Inspire 4G will have access to Gingerbread in the coming weeks. Other devices... - read more |
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| LG Thrill 3D Landing on AT&T Shelves Soon |
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AT&T today announced pricing details for the forthcoming LG Thrill 3D. AT&T said that it will be available in the coming weeks, but didn't state exactly when. - read more |
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| AT&T Launches Pantech breEZe III With Upgraded Voice Features |
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AT&T this week started selling the Pantech breEZe III, a minor update to the breEZe II. According to Pantech, upgraded features include more advanced voice recognition, and improved sound quality thanks to Audience earSmart background noise suppression. A pill reminder feature has also... - read more |
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| AT&T to Sell Sony Ericsson Xperia Play |
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AT&T revealed at a media event in New York that it will soon offer the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play. According to representatives on-hand, the device will run Android 2.3 Gingerbread, and can access AT&T's HSPA+ network at 21Mbps.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Updates Its Facebook Status to Intro HTC Status |
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AT&T today announced via its Facebook page that it will offer a re-branded version of the HTC ChaCha, to be called the Status, later this summer for an undisclosed price. The single most interesting feature of the Status is that it has a "Facebook button" and customized software that... - read more |
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| Apple Details iOS 5 Features for iPhone |
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During the keynote address at its WorldWide Developer's Conference, Apple today provided details about what iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users can expect to see in iOS 5. Apple called it a major new release, with 200 new features and 1,500 new APIs for developers. A significant change to... - read more |
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| Apple Unveils iCloud for iPhone |
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During the keynote address at its WorldWide Developer's conference, Apple today provided details about what iPhone users can expect to see in its new iCloud service. iCloud is a completely re-written version of Apple's MobileMe concept and it works across all iOS devices. All content on a... - read more |
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| AT&T Names First Five LTE Launch Cities |
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AT&T today announced that Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio will be the first markets to have access to its forthcoming Long Term Evolution network later this summer. AT&T said it will add 10 more markets to its LTE footprint by the end of the year, but it didn't... - read more |
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| AT&T Confirms HTC HD7S for June 5 |
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AT&T has announced that it will offer the Windows Phone 7-based HTC HD7S starting June 5. The HD7S is nearly identical to the HD7, but upgrades to a Super LCD 4.3-inch touch display.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| AT&T Finally Allows Off-Market Apps on Android Phones |
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AT&T has confirmed that, starting with the Samsung Infuse 4G, its Android devices will be able to load off-market applications. Historically, AT&T has blocked this feature, citing security concerns. AT&T indicated earlier this year that it would be making a change to that... - read more |
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| AT&T to Roll Out Consumer Security Services in 2012 |
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AT&T executive John Stankey today revealed that the company plans to introduce security services for its consumer customers starting in 2012. AT&T already offers security services for its business customers, but with the rising adoption of smartphones, AT&T says more attacks on... - read more |
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| AT&T Version of Venue Pro Available from Dell |
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Dell recently began offering a variant of its Venue Pro Windows Phone 7 smartphone with support for AT&T's 3G bands. The FCC approved the AT&T variant back in December, though until now, the Venue Pro has only been available with support for T-Mobile's 3G network.
Source:... - read more |
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| AT&T Reveals Upcoming Smartphone Plans |
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According to PCMag, AT&T senior vice president of mobile devices, Jeff Bradley, said that the company plans to bring more Android and Windows Phone 7 devices to market in the coming months. First up will be a ruggedized Pantech slider that has a touch screen and keyboard. Bradley noted... - read more |
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| Samsung Announces Infuse 4G for AT&T |
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At an event in New York City today, AT&T and Samsung unveiled the Infuse 4G. The Infuse 4G has a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED Plus display and measures 8.99mm thick. It has a 1.2GHz processor under the hood and will ship with Android 2.2 Froyo. The main camera rates 8 megapixels and can... - read more |
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| AT&T Fine-Tunes Parental Controls |
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AT&T today announced some new features for its AT&T Smart Limits for Wireless product. The additional capabilities let parents to block up to 30 numbers (increased from 15), which blocks calls and text messages to/from select people/lines. The revised service now also lets parents... - read more |
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| White Apple iPhone 4 Hits Stores April 28 |
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Apple today announced that the white version of the iPhone 4 will be available starting Thursday, April 28.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| Apple Releases iOS 4.3.2 to iPhone |
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Apple today released iOS 4.3.2 to the iPhone (GSM only), iPad and iPod Touch. Apple notes that the system update mainly fixes bugs related to FaceTime and Wi-Fi, in addition to patching some security holes. Apple released iOS 4.2.7 for the CDMA iPhone 4.
Source: Phonescoop - read more |
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| Apple Confirms White iPhone Arriving Soon |
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The Wall Street Journal today reports that Apple has confirmed that the white version of the iPhone 4 will be shipping soon. An unnamed Apple spokesperson indicated to the Journal that the problems it had manufacturing the white iPhone have been solved, and it is on track to ship this... - read more |
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| AT&T Revises GoPhone Data Packages |
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In conjunction with the release of the LG Thrive Android smartphone, AT&T rolled out new data plan options for its GoPhone pre-paid service. It has a new offering of 500MB for $25 month. It has also boosted the allotment for its other data plans, offering 10MB for $5 per month and... - read more |
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| AT&T Drops Messaging Plan Requirement for QMDs |
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AT&T no longer requires those who purchase Quick Messaging Devices (QMDs) to also purchase an unlimited messaging plan. When checking out via AT&T's online store, AT&T notes, "To ensure the best possible experience with your QMD, AT&T recommends adding a Messaging Unlimited... - read more |
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| AT&T offers a Mobile Protection Pack bundle for the accident-prone user |
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AT&T is now offering the Mobile Protection Pack, which bundles their mobile location service, mobile insurance, and enhanced support. The plan costs $9.99/month per each line of service.
This is a significant savings over purchasing the services separately. The Enhanced Support... - read more |
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| 38 years have passed since the first cell phone call |
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Yesterday, 38 years passed since Dr. Martin Cooper of Motorola placed the first phone call on a cell phone while taking a stroll on the streets of New York City in the distant April 3rd of 1973. Cooper made a dazzling demonstration by calling none other than rival Dr. Engel, research chief of... - read more |
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| AT&T Customers can call Japan for Free through March |
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AT&T has been generous enough to open its network for calls and texts to Japan free of charge for the whole month of March, which can be a huge cost-saver for anybody in the US with friends and relatives in Japan.
Google, Apple, Twitter... - read more |
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| Motorola Atrix 4G to Launch March 6 |
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AT&T today announced that it will make the Motorola Artix 4G available for preorder starting on February 13, with the device launching on March 6. The Atrix 4G will cost $199.99 and requires a new two-year contract. AT&T will be offering two accessory bundles with the Atrix 4G. The first combines... - read more |
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| AT&T Announces Hotspot Feature |
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AT&T today announced that starting with the February 13 launch of the HTC Inspire 4G, it will offer a mobile hotspot feature to select smartphones. Together with a data plan, the feature will cost a total of $45 per month and allow for 4GB of data transfer. At the same time, AT&T is also adding a... - read more |
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| Wireless Humor: Burglar arrested after leaving his cellphone charging in his victim's wall outlet |
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With many of today's older phone models losing battery power too quickly to suit users, it is no surprise that 25 year old Cody Wilkins was upset. His phone was running out of power and the fierce blizzard had cut off power to Mr. Wilkins' home in Silver Spring, Maryland. So he packed up his... - read more |
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