Tag: LTE

Verizon extends 4G LTE Hotspot Promotion until July 6th

According to the latest announcement from Big Red, the free 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot promotion that owners of the HTC Thunderbolt, the Droid Charge, and the LG Revolution have been enjoying has just been extended yet again. Originally this promotion was extended until June 15th, which is today. Apparently they are now giving us until…

June 15, 2011
Verizon brings 4G LTE service to 19 more cities this Thursday

Today, Verizon Wireless made an announcement that it would be adding 19 more U.S. cities to its continually growing list of locations with its’ well sought after 4G LTE data service. This increases its’ existing number of major cities up to a total of 74. Over half of their goal of 145 cities for 2011.…

June 15, 2011
[UPDATE] Verizon’s upcoming 4G devices – Prices leaked!

Looking at the image you can tell that Verizon Wireless has several 4G devices being released starting today. Their 4G Novatel USB 551L modem and the Samsung 4G SCH-LC11 Mobile Hotspot are both now available for only $99.99 online with a new two year contract. But wait, there are many more devices other than internet…

April 14, 2011
[DISCUSSION] Are you getting a Thunderbolt today?

Most of us know today is the day! Will you or have you already gotten your hands on one? The Verizon Wireless stores are packed and that’s a good sign. Maybe the LTE launch with the Thunderbolt will be a successful one. Time will tell.

March 17, 2011
Verizon’s HTC Thunderbolt is coming March 17th – Happy Saint Patricks Day!

The rumors can finally end because Verizon Wireless has made the release date and price of the HTC ThunderBolt handset official. The release date is March 17th and the device will have a $249.99 price tag. The LTE data will be the same rate as the current 3G devices, $29.99 per month for unlimited use.

March 15, 2011
Verizon Wireless speaks up on LTE & HTC Thunderbolt launch

Several Verizon Wireless customers are patiently waiting for the Thunderbolt release, some not so patiently. We’ve all been hearing about the 4G LTE smartphones that were on track to be released in the first half of 2011. We’ve also been hearing about the dates being pushed back for the devices to officially launch, the Thunderbolt…

March 8, 2011
More Sprint & T-Mobile Acquisition Rumors

We’ve heard rumors about a Sprint and T-Mobile merger in the past, and this is no different. This morning, Bloomberg is reporting about Sprint and Deutsche Telekom holding meetings to discuss a possible acquisition. The deal could reportedly give Deutsche Telekom a sizable stake in Sprint following the merger – up to 50%. Sprint had…

March 8, 2011
Sprint May Announce LTE Leap Soon – How Soon? 6 Months Soon

It remains a very distinct possibility that Sprint will make the jump to LTE. Sprint issued an RFP exploring the migration to LTE, then they announced a multi-billion dollar network overhaul that could easily pave the way for such transition. We’ve also heard it from more than one employee over the last six months that…

February 21, 2011
[VIDEO’S] Verizon and AT&T battle through commercials

Verizon has recently brought back the “Can you hear me now” guy, but this time it’s a little bit different. His new phrase is “Yes, I can hear you now” and he’s definitely poking fun at AT&T when he says this.

February 13, 2011
AT&T may be implementing speed and data tiers for 4G LTE service

AT&T is on the prowl to get back to that number one spot for cellular service. BGR recently reported that AT&T may have plans to offer tiered data services when it launches its Long Term Evolution network. This wouldn’t take effect until later this year but it definitely would provide major updates to their network.

January 22, 2011
Verizon’s HTC Thunderbolt will support simultaneous Voice and data on LTE

Android Central has gotten their hands on proof that the HTC Thunderbolt will support simultaneous Voice and data, meaning you can browse the web while in a call. Yes, you will be able that is!

January 19, 2011
Confirmed: Verizon Wireless’ 2011 LTE city roll list

We know several Verizon customers are patiently waiting, and some not so patiently for LTE to be turned on in their area. It’s coming, just hang on to your seats. It has just been confirmed that by the end of 2011, we should see at least 140 markets be blanketed with LTE coverage, and by…

January 16, 2011
4G BlackBerry Development Slowed Due to LTE Chip Costs?

As most of you may already know, Blackberry has been reaching out to 4G LTE device manufacturing but now there are a few things holding them back. Apparently the project has not gone much beyond the early developmental stage. Reports suggest that RIM doesn’t believe that an LTE Blackberry offering is cost effective at this…

January 3, 2011
HTC Merge On Verizon… Coming Soon-ish?

There were high hopes for the HTC Merge to hit Verizon on November 18th, and those high hopes had quickly come and past. There has recently been sightings at Verizon stores with accessory inventory, giving new life to the anticipation for yet another world phone from Verizon using Android software.

November 29, 2010
Update: Verizon Is Gearing Up To Release LTE – Proof of 2010 Release!!!!

Thanks to our Verizon Wireless tipster we have received a tip that an invitation was sent to employee’s stating that 4G will launch in more than 30 cities covering 100 million people before 2010 ends. The picture above is of the said invitation for a webcast training. How’s that for even more proof that LTE…

November 15, 2010