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T-Mobile to completely end device subsidies next year

By Cory Gunther
on 6 Dec, 2012

We are hearing some interesting news today out of the T-Mobile camp. It looks like those folks are looking to shake up the mobile industry and make some massive changes. T-Mobile hopes to completely get rid of device subsidies attached to contracts and such starting early next year. This means no more discounted phones and 2-year contracts, instead you'll be on value plans and make payments towards your purchase.

Nexus 4 stock returns at T-Mobile, but with a $400 price tag

By Dave LeClair
on 5 Dec, 2012

It's no secret that the Nexus 4 is a hot item. Google Play is selling out of them faster than they can make them. T-Mobile sold out of its initial stock in just a matter of hours, and then it restocked and sold out of that almost as quickly. Well now the phone is back in stock again, but something immediately stands out as being different from the previous listings on T-Mobile.

Verizon praised by Consumer Reports; AT&T only given credit for LTE

By Dave LeClair
on 29 Nov, 2012

Verizon's cell phone service has come out on top in terms of US carriers, according to Consumer Reports. AT&T, on the other hand, was only praised for its stellar 4G performance. Besides LTE, AT&T was given poor ratings across the board.

Galaxy Note II launches on Verizon Wireless with LTE

By Dave LeClair
on 29 Nov, 2012

Verizon is expanding its lineup of smartphones, which is arguably the best among any US cell phone carrier. Starting from today, Verizon is adding the Samsung Galaxy Note II to its library. Verizon has the phablet for $299.99 with a new two-year agreement.

T-Mobile blows through Nexus 4 online stock in mere hours

By Eric Abent
on 23 Nov, 2012

It isn't exactly a secret that the Nexus 4 is one hard phone to find, at least if you're looking for it on the Google Play Store. The phone sold out in minutes once it launched on Google Play Store, and since then, it's been nothing but broken hearts and full wallets. Google thought placing a link to T-Mobile's online Nexus 4 listing would help the situation, but it looks like that was only a temporarily solution to an ongoing problem.

LG Nexus 4 available today from T-Mobile for $200

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Nov, 2012

If you're one of the many that are excited about Google's latest Android 4.2 Nexus smartphone, the quad-core LG Nexus 4, we have some good news. After the disaster and quick sell out of the Nexy on Google Play yesterday, some fans weren't too excited on missing out. If you really want to save a few dollars, and sign a contract, T-Mobile has the 16GB model online and in-stores starting today.

T-Mobile Galaxy S III getting Jelly Bean update OTA and through Kies

By Dave LeClair
on 14 Nov, 2012

Galaxy S III owners on T-Mobile are finally getting the coveted Jelly Bean update. Android 4.1.1 is coming to device owners OTA and through Samsung Kies desktop software. Hopefully, this is just the beginning of the upcoming Jelly Bean updates as AT&T, Sprint, Verizon and US Cellular have to yet to issue updates to device owners.

Nexus 4 on T-Mobile will not support Wi-Fi calling after all [Update]

By Dave LeClair
on 12 Nov, 2012

Wi-Fi calling is a pretty awesome feature. Who doesn't want to save on expensive cell phone minutes by using their Wi-Fi connection? Well T-Mobile originally reported that the new Nexus 4 would not support Wi-Fi calling on its network, and after earlier today we reported it would be allowed, T-Mobile's confirmed this will not be available. Sadness.

T-Mobile lights up faster HSPA+ in D.C., Baltimore, and Houston

By Cory Gunther
on 7 Nov, 2012

As T-Mobile continues to modernize their network, known as a refarm, they've announced today that today three new Metro areas will all be getting better and faster HSPA+ speeds. T-Mobile took this moment to also state unlocked devices like the iPhone will get 70% faster speeds than on AT&T's network, but this also holds true for all Android devices.

LG Optimus L9 now available at T-Mobile

By Eric Abent
on 1 Nov, 2012

Just a heads up if you've been waiting to get your hands on the LG Optimus L9 - the new handset has officially launched at T-Mobile. The L9 doesn't fetch too steep a price, which makes it a good choice for those who need a decent handset on the cheap. Make no mistake, the L9 isn't going to be burning up the benchmarks, but it should be a suitable device for those who don't need to have the latest and greatest.