T-Mobile Releases Q3 2009 Numbers

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T-Mobile has been going through some hard times lately. Profits have been down for months, a slow but steady flood of customers have fled the carrier, and the Sidekick Data Disaster certainly didn't help anything. The word on the street is that Deutsche Telekom, T-Mo's parent company, is considering rash action if the carrier can't pull things up out of the gutter soon. With the tough times they've had recently, T-Mo needs something good to report.

Sadly, that 'something good' isn't going to be their Q3 2009 earnings report. Don't get me wrong, T-Mo isn't in free-fall, but they haven't yet managed to staunch the bleeding. While total revenues were $5.38 billion, up from $5.34 billion in Q2, their net income was only $417 million for this quarter. That's down a bit from $425 million in Q2, and down a lot from $445 million in Q3 2008.

Posted on Thu, 5 Nov 2009 04:35:52 CST | by Robert Evans

TAG Heuer Unveils MERIDIIST Lamborghini Mobile Phone

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I have seen my share of high-end mobile phones aimed at the rich before. The new TAG Heuer MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini mobile phone may be the best looking of them all. The device is housed in black titanium carbide coated 316L stainless steel and takes design cues from the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640.

The device has a keyboard with the Lamborghini bull and the display is made from 60.5 carats of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The device promises 7 hours of talk time and 28 days on standby. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Ericsson Xperia X10: T-Mobile And AT&T?

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Today Ericsson made big news with the official announcement of the Xperia X10. This new Android smartphone is far and away the most powerful mobile announced so far. Now that we know just what hardware this baby will pack, the only question remaining is what carriers will get this gorgeous new phone. Ericsson hasn't officially announced that yet, but the fact that they've unveiled it must mean that they are close to ironing out a deal.

Android and Me points out that the X10 could easily be coming out for both AT&T and T-Mobile. How is this possible? Because the Rachel packs WCDMA/UMTS 1700/2100, which means this handset is T-Mo 3G ready. The X10 also has UMTS 850/1900, which is AT&T 3G ready.

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:37:34 CST | by Robert Evans

Android 2.0 Already Ported Onto T-Mobile G1

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The whole discussion on whether or not the G1 can run the new Android 2.0 release can end now, as the first rough ports from developers appeared enabling Android 2.0 to be loaded on the T-Mobile G1. The Android 2.0 port does not offer full functionality yet, it is more of a proof of concept.

Of course it still remains to be seen if T-Mobile is releasing an official Android 2.0 update for the G1. Read more

Posted on Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

GM to Offer Mobile WiFi on Some Vehicles

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GM has announced that it will be offering dealer installed Autonet routers in some of its SUV and trucks as an option. These routers will give people inside the car access to the Internet wherever they drive. GM isn't the only car company offering WiFi connectivity.

VW offers the same router in its Routan as well as Chrysler. An install kit is available for the router for GMC, Chevy, Buick, and Cadillac vehicles. The kits can also be ordered on GMs accessory site. Read more

Posted on Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

T-Mobile myTouch 3G Fender Edition Delayed?

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If you're a big fan of Fender guitars (or just want to seem like one) you've probably looked at the upcoming myTouch 3G Fender edition. This custom version of the myTouch 3G is more than just a change of skin. It has more RAM (288 MB total) than its forebearer, in addition to a 16 GB SD card and a 3.5 MM headphone jack. The Fender edition was originally due out this holiday season. Unfortunately, the odds of it actually making that launch now seem unlikely.

Posted on Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:44:58 CDT | by Robert Evans

Virgin Mobile Kills Off Helio, Drops Ocean 2

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I can remember back before the iPhone was the answer to all of our mobile phone needs. I really wanted a Helio, but in my local area there were no Helio offerings available. The company was later bought by Virgin Mobile, which appears to be ready to send the Helio name to the crusher.

Apparently, the Helio Ocean 2 that launched back in February has already been pulled from the Virgin Mobile website and the only Ocean available is the aging original device. Apparently, Korean fans can still get the Ocean 2 and other Helio phones like the Heat and Fin. Read more

Posted on Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Duracell Instant USB charger and GoMobile Charger Review

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Today I am checking out a couple of new battery devices from Duracell. One of the chargers is the GoMobile that charges AA or AAA batteries in the car and at home.

The other charger is the Instant USB Charger that provides power for anything that charges via USB. That includes the iPod, iPhone, and digital cameras. Read more

Posted on Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:02:35 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

T-Mobile Equinox: A Festive Feature Phone

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Most 'feature phones' (a nice way of saying dumb phones) are pretty much the same these days. That's why we don't waste our words covering every single low-end mobile phone that gets churned out these days. Sometimes, though, a feature phone comes along that's worthy of comment. The T-Mobile Equinox (via Gizmodo) is one such phone.

Posted on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:04:29 CDT | by Robert Evans

385 Million Ultra mobile Devices to ship by 2014

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Well it seems that the ultra mobile market is only going to continue to grow and by 2014, ABI Research predicts that the market will ship 385 million ultra mobile devices. That number will be reached with a large diversity of form factors and device types with vendors trying to meet audience's preferences.

The research firm says that the MID is the most interesting product category to watch since the segments is still emerging. The most common product design will likely be the tablet form factor with other models with slider keyboards, clamshells, and touchscreens growing in popularity as well. Read more

Posted on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:49:21 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

T-Mobile Project Dark Even More And Even More Plus Plans Are Official

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The intensively rumored T-Mobile Project Dark is now official. T-Mobile published the new Even More and Even More Plus plan options on their web site.
Under the new T-Mobile Even More Plus plan you do not need an annual contract. The plan options under Even More require a 2 year contract requirement. For that you get phone discounts.

Under Even More Plus the unlimited data plans (Talk+Text+Web) start at $59.99/month, which is nice. If you do not have a cool phone yet you need to pay for instance $499.99 of the myTouch 3G or $549.99 for the HTC Touch Pro 2. Read more

Posted on Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:45:24 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

T-Mobile Ad Increases App Store Sales

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Talk about your all-time backfires. A T-Mobile ad designed to increase sales of Android aps may have ended up putting money in Apple's pocket. In the ad, comedian Dana Carvey showed off an Android app that simulates a steamed up window and allows you to 'write on the glass' by drawing designs with your finger. According to TechCrunch, this had the inadvertent effect of boosting sales for an older, similar app for the iPhone.

Israeli iPhone app developers ApParty released their iFog app in December 2008. While it sold well initially, sales quickly dropped down and stayed there, until this new T-Mo commercial lead to a surge in sales. ApParty says that the app's downloads nearly doubled following the commercial. That's pretty clear evidence that T-Mo's ad lead to the sales.

Posted on Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:08:13 CDT | by Robert Evans

New T-Mobile Plan Details Leak

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Proving once more that "information security" is about as realistic a goal as establishing a colony on the sun, Boy Genius has received a whole bunch of leaked news pertaining to T-Mobile's project dark. A tipster sent them photos of several pieces of paper labelled, "Don't Open Until 10/25". The papers contained detailed info about several new T-Mo plans, which we've included below;

First off we have new individual plans. Signing up for these does not require a 2 year commitment. 500 minutes costs $30, and adding unlimited texting to that adds another $10. Putting unlimited web on top of THAT brings the total to $60/month. 1000 minutes starts at $40, with $50 for unlimited text and $70 for text+web. Unlimited talk on its own is $50, unlimited text is another $10, and unlimited everything is $80.

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:09:47 CDT | by Robert Evans

EA Mobile Rock Band hits App Store

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EA Mobile announced that Rock Band is now officially available on the iTunes store. The App brings the real Rock Band game to the iPhone and iPod touch for the first time. The game has 20 full-length songs and additional songs will be purchasable via the in app purchase feature.

The game requires the 3.0 OS of the iPhone or iPod touch. Players can play the game in solo mode or play with other band mates via Bluetooth. Up to four players can play at the same time and ear unison bonuses and more just like the full console game. Read more

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

BlackBerry Bold 9700 Hits AT&T, T-Mobile

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Well BlackBerry fans, the Bold is here. Both T-Mobile and AT&T have announced that this new RIM smartphone is available on their carrier. First up, details on the smartphone itself. The Bold has a 3.2 MP camera, a 624 MHz processor, 256 MB of flash memory, and A-GPS. It also boasts a touch sensitive trackpad, and the traditional BlackBerry QWERTY keyboard. The Bold has 3G capability, along with WiFi.

AT&T customers can find the Bold here. It comes loaded with AT&T Visual Voicemail for free. With an additional data plan, the Bold 9700 can be used as a 3G modem for your laptop computer. (Of course AT&T makes you pay to tether) The Bold will be available in the "coming weeks" for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate.

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:01:58 CDT | by Robert Evans

New Windows Mobile 7 Screens Leak

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Microsoft needs to get Windows Mobile 7 out the door as fast as possibly to avoid losing even more ground. The Windows Mobile 6.5 did underwhelm quite a bit.
Especially now that Android kicked into overdrive with the upcoming release of Android 2.0 on the Motorola Droid, Microsoft only depends on HTC and others to make WinMo 6.5 look at least up-to-date with custom UIs.
Read more

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

T-Mobile Users Can Now Get Motorola Cliq

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If you are a T-Mobile customer, you can now get the Motorola Cliq for $199 plus activation fees and the typical associated costs with getting a new mobile phone. All other users will not be able to get the Cliq until November 2nd.

The Cliq is one of Motorola's very anticipated Android smartphones. One of the key features of the Cliq is Motoblur to allow you to see apps without having to launch them fully. The device is built around social networking with access to Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and more from the home screen. Read more

Posted on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

T-Mobile Project Dark Unlimited Plans Details Leak

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On Friday an ad leaked that is believed to be related to the rumored T-Mobile Project Dark. The ad showed two plans dubbed Even More and Even More Plus.
BoyGeniusReport has now published a set of internal slides detailing these new T-Mobile plans. Read more

Posted on Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:00:01 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

T-Mobile Project Dark Is Even More And Even More Plus

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Something new surfaced in the T-Mobile Project Dark rumor mill. TmoNews (via BGR) published what is supposed to be a leaked T-Mobile ad that is related to Project Dark aka Project Black.
The Ad has two big arrows with the text Even More and Even More Plus. "It also says Coverage you need Price you want & The Handset you Crave". The last line says: "Most Affordable Unlimited Rate Plans". Read more

Posted on Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:55:10 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Nokia Posts Big Loss, But Not Because Of Mobile Phones Business

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Nokia announced their Q3 numbers today and stunned with a 559m Euro (~$835 million) loss.
Nokia had to take big one-off charges and impairments on Nokia Siemens Networks unit.

The Phone business is down for Nokia as well compared to last year, but that was expected. Nokia’s net sales of EUR 9.8 billion (~$14.5 billion) are down 20% compared to last year's Q3. The number of mobile device volume was 108.5 million units which is down 8% compared to last year, but the market share of 38% stayed the same. Read more

Posted on Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:05:36 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

HTC HD2 Coming To T-Mobile

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T-Mobile users have had to get used to bland phones for far too long. Even the myTouch 3G isn't particularly exciting from a hardware standpoint. That's why it's a breath of fresh air to hear about the coming of the HTC HD2 to T-Mobile. Finally, the beleaguered carrier will have a real powerhouse of a smartphone on their hands.

Posted on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:15:18 CDT | by Robert Evans