T-Mobile Amaze 4G And Sensation 4G To Get Android 4.0 Update Soon

Here’s some great news if your carrier of choice has the color magenta all over it, and you own either an HTC Amaze 4G or an HTC Sensation 4G. Both those phones will be updated to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich at some point in the future. This information doesn’t come via a leak, but it’s officially straight from T-Mobile itself. The carrier has updated its support documents for both the Amaze 4G and the Sensation 4G, and the newly revised documentation clearly mentions ICS updates, as you can see.

Unfortunately though, T-Mobile hasn’t publicized any other details about these updates yet. So we don’t have any indication of when they will become available. However, the support documents should be constantly updated as new information comes out, so we’ll keep an eye on them for you and let you know the instant there’s any news on the matter.

One thing looks pretty clear. HTC’s Sense 4.0 seems limited to smartphones that are shipping with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich right out of the gate. So the HTC One series has this new (and trimmed down) version of Sense. But older devices such as the Amaze 4G and Sensation 4G will probably just get Sense 3.6, which (as its version number suggests) is just an incremental update to the Gingerbread-based Sense 3.5. You can’t have it all apparently, since HTC is desperate to sell some new phones, especially after the rather rough times it faced last year.

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Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G to be another 42Mbps handset for T-Mobile

T-Mobile has confirmed the existence of the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G and pretty much all that we knew about it. Unfortunately, we can't add a release date yet, but we do know that the processor will be clocked at 1.5 GHz, while the display will be a Super AMOLED one.

T-Mobile doesn't really have a clear LTE strategy yet, but its HSPA+ rollout keeps getting faster and faster, even hitting the 42Mbps (theoretical) speeds in some markets. Unfortunately, there aren't too many handsets that can take advantage of those speeds.

A new report has the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G becoming just the 3rd device with a radio rated for 42Mbps. There still isn't a lot of news about the Blaze. We do know that it will be a T-Mobile device (obviously), and word has it that it will also feature a dual-core Snapdragon processor and knowing Samsung, it will likely also have a Super AMOLED screen.

The Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G is due out sometime this year. Even though we don't have a lot of info, it's interesting to see a device that would seem to fit in the mid-range for phones coming with 42Mbps support. It's good to see that not just the top tier is getting the speed. More details are expected soon.

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HTC EVO Shift 4G

At first glance HTC EVO Shift 4G looks like a smaller version of the HTC EVO 4G with its 3.6 inch display and four rounded soft-keys, but when opened a QWERTY keyboard is revealed. It also packs an 5MP camera with flash, WiMAX connectivity and runs Android 2.2.

For those who crave a physical keyboard, the HTC Evo Shift 4G is a solid choice with a more wallet-friendly price than its 4G competitors, and it doesn't sacrifice too many features. Debuting just before CES 2011, the HTC Evo Shift 4G is Sprint's third 4G smartphone and also the most affordable one in its lineup. At $149.99 with a two-year contract, it's $50 less than the Samsung Epic 4G and the HTC Evo 4G and sure, the cheaper price comes with some trade-offs--smaller display, 800MHz processor (versus 1GHz), no front-facing camera or HDMI port--but the Evo Shift still has plenty to offer. Running Android 2.2, the smartphone has 4G support and solid performance. It also combines an easy-to-use physical keyboard in a more compact and solid design. If you're counting your pennies or prefer your devices on the smaller side, the HTC Evo Shift 4G is a great alternative to the Epic 4G.

Sierra Wireless Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot (Sprint)

Sprint is the only mobile carrier to offer unlimited wireless data. That makes the Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless an especially tempting proposition, because you can get access to unlimited 4G (WiMAX) data for as little as $44.99 per month. While WiMAX is no match for Verizon's blazing fast 4G LTE network, the Overdrive Pro manages to deliver some solid speeds. That, along with its great LCD, tons of router options, and good battery life, make it our latest Editors' Choice for mobile hotspots on Sprint.

The Overdrive Pro has very similar functionality to its predecessor: it connects to either Sprint's 4G WiMAX network or its CDMA network and provides a wireless network for phones, tablets, notebooks, or other Wi-Fi devices to connect to and access the internet. The Overdrive Pro improves on the original by increasing the size of the LCD screen by 45 percent, and allowing up to 8 devices to connect simultaneously, whereas the original would max out at 5.

One of the complaints of the original was its long power-up and power-down times, both of which are said to be improved by 35 percent in the Overdrive Pro. The range is up to 150 feet for Wi-Fi connections and there is support for 802.11n devices. It also includes support for GPS and location based services to the devices that are connected to the mobile hotspot. The Overdrive Pro has a microSD slot that can be used to share files between the connected devices as well.

We're in the midst of testing for Sprint's network for our Fastest Mobile Networks story, which will give you the big picture on Sprint's 4G nationwide speeds relative to other carriers. But Sprint's current 3G/4G service plans offer one big advantage over AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Cricket: truly unlimited data usage, at least on 4G. 3G data costs $44.99 for 3GB, $59.99 for 5GB, and $89.99 for 10GB. But each of these plans come with unlimited 4G data, so if you live in an area covered by Sprint's 4G network, you can use a hotspot like the Overdrive Pro as an alternative to your current home connection.

The Overdrive Pro 3G/4G Mobile Hotspot by Sierra Wireless is the best Sprint hotspot today. It's no reason to run out and replace your Novatel 4082, but it's a good choice for newbies. Speeds are solid, and support for up to eight devices and the informative LCD seal the deal. Though Sprint's network can still use some improvement, the Overdrive Pro sure makes unlimited 4G data seem like an enticing option.

Google Nexus S 4G

The Samsung Nexus S 4G offers a brilliant display, WiMax support, and agreeable performance. It gains a number of usability improvements from the Gingerbread OS, and its straight Google interface will appeal to Android purists. The Nexus S 4G has a 4-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen with a unique curved front called the Contour Display. It is powered by a 1GHz Samsung processor and runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread. It also includes a 5 megapixel rear camera with a VGA resolution (640x480 pixel) front camera. The remaining specs for the Nexus S 4G remain the same as the original Nexus S: 16GB internal storage and 512MB RAM, a 1500mAh battery, NFC support, Bluetooth 2.1, integrated GPS, and Wi-Fi with 802.11 b/g/n support. Check out our full review of the original Nexus S here. Sprint and Google are also announcing a unique partnership with Google Voice that the Nexus S 4G will take full advantage of. Sprint customers can use their current Sprint number as a Google Voice number without having to port it over, allowing them to ring multiple phones simultaneously and enjoy Google Voice voicemail and text messaging features. The Nexus S 4G will be available this spring at all Sprint retail outlets and online for $199.99 on a new two-year agreement. It requires a $10 per month data service charge in addition to the standard voice and data plan rates. Outside of the network changes and the integration of Google Voice, Sprint's Nexus S 4G is identical to the GSM Nexus S. You'll find the same design and internal features and (sadly) it also lacks a memory card slot and LED notifications. Of course, the added support for high-speed data gives the Nexus S 4G an advantage over its T-Mobile sibling, but the WiMax connection was shakier than we've seen on other Sprint devices.

Sprint's Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch

Samsung's Epic 4G for Sprint was one of the best smartphones of all time, and now the Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch looks to pick up right where its predecessor left off. This $199 device loses the physical keyboard but gains a much larger display (4.5 inches vs. 4 inches), a speedier dual-core 1.2-GHz processor, and an 8-MP camera that can shoot 1080p video. Considering that all of this comes in a 0.38-inch thin package, the Epic 4G Touch has all the right ingredients to be Sprint's top phone--yes, even if the carrier gets the iPhone 5. Read on to find out if Sprint's version of the Galaxy S II lives up to the Epic part of the device's very long name.

Much like the European version of the Galaxy S II, which has been available for a number of months already, the Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch is powered by a dual-core, 1.2GHz Samsung Exynos processor and has an 8 megapixel rear camera with autofocus and flash that can record 1080p HD (1920 x 1080 pixel) video. A 2 megapixel front-facing camera takes care of video chat duties. The Sprint version of the phone measures 68.58mm x 129.54mm x 9.65mm (2.7in x 5.1in x 0.38in) and weighs 129g (4.55oz). A 1,800mAh battery provides juice for the Epic 4G Touch.

The Epic 4G Touch runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread with Samsung's custom TouchWiz interface. It also has Vlingo's voice recognition app pre-installed, and features built-in screen shot capabilities.

Sprint's Express Mobile Hotspot

Sprint has released a new mobile hotspot, the simply-named Express Mobile Hotspot, that offers 3G and 4G connectivity to up to five devices. The Express Mobile Hotspot fits in a pocket and carries a pint-sized price.

The Express Mobile Hotspot offers much of what we would expect from a mobile hotspot these days, with support for Sprint's 3G CDMA network and its 4G WiMAX network, connectivity for up to five simultaneous devices, microSD card slot for document sharing, and 7 hours of battery life from a 2,200mAh removable battery. It charges over micro-USB, and it can also act as a tethered USB modem. There is also an external display that shows signal strength, battery life, and other connection data. The Express Mobile Hotspot measures 109mm x 61mm x 16.8mm (4.3in x 2.4in x 0.66in) and weighs 119g (4.2oz). With no software to install, a long-lasting battery and a broader range, the Sprint Express Mobile Hotspot makes it easy to share your Sprint 3G or 4G network connection with up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices within a 262-foot radius. Deploy a small workgroup or quickly provide clients, customers and friends the access to connect tablets, laptops, eReaders, gaming consoles and more. The Express Mobile Hotspot works seamlessly with any operating system, so no matter where you are on the Sprint network, the access you need is just a click away.

When coverage is available, experience broadband-like download speeds. The average download speeds range from 400 to 700 Kbps with peak rates up to 2 Mbps. All while on the Sprint network.

Sprint is offering the Express Mobile Hotspot now for $29.99 with a new two-year data plan contract. It can be paired with any of Sprint's mobile broadband plans, including the new 6G and 12GB options.

T-Mobile Sidekick 4G

The T-Mobile Sidekick is a cult device with an intensely faithful following. After Sidekick-maker Danger was bought by Microsoft, fans thought they'd never see a new model. T-Mobile recently said the Sidekick is coming back as a 4G HSPA+ Android phone, but didn't give many details. This image seems to hint that it will eschew a swiveling screen for a slider design. T-Mobile USA CEO Philipp Humm confirmed today that 4G HSPA+ versions of the T-Mobile Sidekick and the Samsung Galaxy S phones will be "coming soon," according to a slide presented at a press breakfast today.

"We will launch as new the Samsung Galaxy S 4G ... and coming soon, will also be a Sidekick 4G. Everybody knows the Sidekick, and we're going to relaunch the Sidekick and bring it as a 4G device, Android based, into the market," Humm said. The T-Mobile Sidekick was a popular messaging phone for several years but its future fell into question after its maker, Danger, was acquired by Microsoft. Microsoft's unit of former Danger employees then produced the Microsoft Kin a failed entry-level smartphone which is now being sold by Verizon Wireless as a texting phone.

Samsung Conquer 4G Android Phone (Sprint)

Experience ultra-fast 4G connectivity and the latest Android operating system without breaking the bank with the affordable Samsung Conquer from Sprint. Powered by a 1 GHz processor and the Android 2.3 OS (aka, "Gingerbread"), it also features Sprint ID--an intuitive way of customizing Android content. The sharp, beautiful 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen is perfect for playing 3D games and watching movies. It runs on Sprint's expanding 4G network, offering simultaneous voice and data connectivity and download speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. Additionally, the phone can still connect to 3G data services in areas not currently served by Sprint's 4G network (learn more about Sprint's 4G network below).

The phone also includes Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking plus Mobile Hotspot capability for sharing your 3G/4G connection with up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices simultaneously. The Conquer offers dual cameras--a 3.2-megapixel camera on the rear for capturing photos and video clips and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for on-the-go video chats over 4G and Wi-Fi connections. Upload, share, and store pictures with Photobucket, Facebook, MySpace and upload videos to YouTube.

Sprint 4G offers a faster wireless experience than any other U.S. national wireless carrier, and Sprint is the only national carrier offering wireless 4G service in 32 markets (with more coming online soon). Sprint 4G delivers download speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G, giving this mobile phone the fastest data speeds of any U.S. wireless device available today. As of August 2011, Sprint offers 4G service in 71 markets in 28 states.

Sprint 4G services dramatically increase download speeds for photos, videos and large files. You can download a favorite song, picture, sitcom or large video in seconds, not minutes, or watch live streaming video--all while on the go, not just from the home or office. Additionally, businesses can benefit from the fast connectivity speeds of 4G. Some examples include:

• Real estate agents can conduct virtual property tours.

• Construction teams using 4G in the field can save valuable time by sharing schematics with engineers online.

• Insurance companies can speed their claims management through real-time communication with on-site adjusters.

• Health care professionals can improve their ability to remotely monitor patients.

• Emergency first responders can rapidly assess and coordinate disaster action with real-time on-site video and audio.

• Photojournalists can instantly transfer high-resolution images to the newsroom.

• Ultra-fast 4G connectivity with simultaneous voice and data capability (peak download speeds of more than 10 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1 Mbps; average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps)

• 3G data speeds (EVDO Rev A.) in areas not yet served by 4G (peak download speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds of 600 kbps-1.4 Mbps)

• Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go.

• Built-in mobile hotspot functionality allows up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices to share the 3G or 4G experience on the go with a laptop, camera, music player, game unit, video player, or any other Wi-Fi enabled device.

• Next-generation Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity backward compatible with older Bluetooth-enabled peripherals and includes stereo audio streaming.

• Onboard GPS for navigation and location services

• Pre-loaded 2 GB microSD memory card

• Memory expansion up to 32 GB via optional cards. 1 GHz Snapdragon single-core processor speeds up everything--from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work.

• 3.5-inch multi-touch display (320 x 480 pixels; 26 million colors).

• MicroUSB port

• Removable battery

LG Optimus 4G LTE

LG Optimus LTE is probably the biggest wildcard. On paper the phone has everything: a dual-core processor, HD screen, LTE connectivity. In fact it’s the only device outside the US to have both a 720p screen and LTE support. There is intense competition for the high-end Android space right now, and LG is coming in hot, guns blazing.

LG Optimus 4G LTE is a Touch Bar phone weighing 135g. It's dimensions are 133.9MM x 67.9MM x 10.5MM . The talk-time of the phone is Up to 3 hours. The phone operates at frequencies of GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 / LTE 700 / 1700 MHz. The Phone has a Display of 4.5 inches, HD-IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors. This model comes with Camera of , Rear Camera : 8.0 MP Camera (3264x2448) with Auto Focus and LED Flash, Front Camera : 1.3 MP Camera (1280x1024 Pixels) with , Digital Zoom .

Specs:

Android 2.3.5 (upgradeable to 4.0 upon release). 1280×720 TrueHD IPS display. 1.5Ghz dual-core Snapdragon processor. 1GB RAM, 2GB internal storage, 8GB microSD card included. 8MP camera with flash / 1.3MP front camera. 1080p video capture. WiFi (b/g/n), Bluetooth 3.0 w/ A2DP, A-GPS, WiFi Direct, MHL(HDMI) out, DLNA support. LTE 75Mbps 700/1700Mhz, HSPA/UMTS 21Mbps 850/1900/2100 MHz. 133.9 x 67.9 x 10.48 mm, 135g.1830mAh battery.

LG is sticking with what works here, and like HTC and Samsung, have chosen the 1.5Ghz dual-core Snapdragon S3 SoC to power their mighty beast. It’s clear that LG has worked some voodoo magic here, since the LG flew through all its synthetic and real-world benchmarks, and never seemed to skip a beat in our browsing tests. Apps loaded quickly, 720p video streamed effortlessly and the whole experience shone.

HTC Radar 4G appears on Microsoft's website looking like a Maitre d' (T-Mobile )

The HTC Radar 4G is available from T-Mobile. Unlike most smartphones that are released these days, the device was originally launched in white, looking like it was dropped in some snow. That is what makes the picture of the phone found on Microsoft's website so interesting. The variant shown in the image on the Microsoft site has the same white border but the outer part of the device is black. The two-tone look gives the phone the appearance of a Maitre d' wearing a tuxedo.We are not sure if HTC plans on issuing a version of the handset looking like this, or if it was just done for the website. We must admit to digging the look, even if it seems formal. In fact, this might be the first Windows Phone handset that gets invited to a Black Tie affair. Incidentally, as the Microsoft website is providing the HTC Radar 4G free having a $50 mail-in rebate, a $100 trade-in value in your old phone, along with a signed two-year contract, T-Mobile’s website is providing the device free of charge using the 2 year secure.

Jailbreak iOS 5.0/5.0.1 on iPhone 4, 3GS, iPad And iPod Touch 4G

News of this new jailbreak came from a Unix hacker in the form of an update sent via his Twitter account. As of now Ac1dSn0w isn’t much different from the likes of Redsn0w and Sn0wbreeze but it is an alternative and it looks like it might have a good future too thanks to features such as remote jailbreaking, custom firmware creation and iRecovery remote. It is currently only available for OS X.

In order to use this jailbreak you need to download Ac1dSn0w for Mac and launch it. Next you need to connect your supported iOS device via USB to your Mac. Then you need to turn it off. The next step is to click on Show Assistant and follow the on screen instructions to enter DFU mode. Once your device is in DFU mode all you have to do is click on jailbreak from Ac1dSn0w and allow it to do its thing. Your iOS device will then reboot after the jailbreak has been completed. You then need to put it into DFU mode again and click on tethered boot from Ac1dSn0w to jailbreak tethered on iOS 5 or iOS 5.0.1.

Once completed your iOS device will now boot in tethered jailbroken state and you will have Cydia installed. If you wish to restart your device you will have to boot into a tethered jailbroken state each time. This new jailbreak will work on iPhone 4, 3GS, iPod Touch and iPad so if you are looking for a jailbreak this could be the tool for you.

Jailbreak 4.3.5, 5.0, 5.0.1 iPhone 4/3GS iPod Touch 4G/3G & iPad:

Verizon to add LTE service to two more cities over the next two months

Verizon announced on Thursday that it will be expanding its LTE 4G service to Roanoke, Virginia on November 17th. Communities that will be serviced by Verizon's 4G pipeline will include downtown Roanoke, Smith Mountain Lake, Christiansburg, Radford City, Buena Vista City, Lexington City and Rockbridge. Virginia Tech will also be covered. After the switch is turned on in Roanoke, Verizon will have 178 cities blanketed by LTE, and 15 devices supporting the service. Some of the phones that run at LTE speed include the Motorola DROID RAZR, the Motorola DROID BIONIC (remember that phone, guys?), and the upcoming HTC Rezound.

On December 15th, Verizon's LTE service gets turned on in city number 179, Indiana, Pennsylvania. The list of surrounding areas that will have the service include White Township, the Indiana University of PA campus, Homer City and Blairsville.

Verizon's LTE service should provide speeds of 5 to 12 Mbps on the downlink and 2 to 5Mbps on the uplink and is as much as 10 times faster than 3G service. We are coming up on the one-year anniversary of Big Red's initial LTE launch on December 5th and the carrier has given itself a nice head start on other carriers rolling out LTE service including AT&T and MetroPCS.

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE first look:

3D Smart-World in Your Hand

Taking the audience to a new level of experiencing the 3D reality world, the AT&T has introduced the two new best-in-town smartphones – the LG Trill 4G smartphone and HTC HD7S. Empowered with the best features up-to-date, the former gives a glasses-free 3D experience, while the latter is an exhilarating addition to the Windows Phone profile.

Being the first US smartphone to come out with a ”glasses-free” 4.3-inch stereoscopic 3D display, the LG Thrill 4G functions with a 4G speed. With the Android 2.2 platform, it features the first dual core, dual-channel 1 GHz processor in the US, which will allow the users to enjoy a high-definition 3D experience.The dual 5-megapixel stereoscopic camera will enable the users to shoot 3D images and videos at 720p resolution, apart from recording 2D videos at 108p quality. In addition, this smartphone also comes preloaded with 16GB memory- 8 GB as built-in plus 8GB as MicroSD card. Based on the smartphone wireless technology, LG Thrill 4G allows the recorded contents to be streamed wirelessly via DLNA technology. Videos can also be viewed via the HDMI-out port on the smartphone. More of 3D contents can be viewed through the LG 3D Space, which contains 3D games, images, and videos, for fast and easy access.Making a fantastic contribution to the line of Windows phone, the HTC HD7S is a 4.3-inch, Wide VGA smartphone with the largest screen on Windows Phone by AT&T. It offers an excellent LCD high-quality display, powered by 1 GHz processor. The 5-megapixel camera with dual-LED flash gives high-clarity images and videos. This smartphone supports the latest version of Windows Phone software, wherein the users can copy-paste any text, apart from other multipurpose features. Preloaded with U-verse smartphone application, privileged AT&T U-verse customers can download and watch TV shows on their windows phone. More than 10,000 applications are made available for download or purchase from the Windows Marketplace.

Sprint taking the "unlimited" out of unlimited 4G mobile broadband plans

Sooner or later this day was going to come as Sprint has announced that they are putting an end to the all you can download buffet for all 4G mobile broadband devices such as tablets and mobile hotspots; smartphones however are still unlimited.

Sprint is the last remaining of the four main carriers to offer truly unlimited 4G data with no caps or speed throttling. Their mobile hotspots such as the Overdrive have been available on a monthly plan that included unlimited 4G data courtesy of Sprint’s WiMax network while a 5GB cap would be in place when in 3G areas.

It was only a couple of weeks ago that Sprint also took away unlimited data when using your smartphone to tether. This all comes after Sprint CTO Stephen Bye labeled unlimited data as a “differentiator” last month. Even though Sprint’s smartphones still will not be capped, this must be asked. How much longer until it is?

In addition to tablets and mobile hotspots, affected devices include netbooks and laptops with built-in WiMax support and USB connection cards. Sprint is making this change effective in November but dates will vary depending on the billing cycle. Once that change happens there will be three different plans to choose from; a 3GB, 5GB and a 10GB option. Instead of speed throttling Sprint is going the way of charging overages as every extra MB of data will cost $.05.

Unfortunately Sprint will not be grandfathering anybody into this plan. Once the change goes live everybody will be affected. It really only was a matter of time until this happened. What do all of you think of Sprint putting an end to unlimited 4G mobile broadband?