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HTC DROID ‘DLXPLUS’ could be the M7 for Verizon

By Cory Gunther
on 4 Feb, 2013

Some new details and leaked specs have potentially confirmed a new smartphone for those on Verizon Wireless. The popular 5-inch 1080p DROID DNA has only been available for a few months, and many believe this is why we might not see the upcoming HTC M7 hit Verizon Wireless. However, today reports have surfaced that a DROID DNA+ (like the One X+) could be coming soon as the M7.

HTC M7 possibly headed to all major US carriers but Verizon

By Cory Gunther
on 1 Feb, 2013

The leaks are starting to flow in pretty quickly now that HTC's officially announced they will be unveiling their new handset in just a few weeks time. February 19th will be their press event in NYC and London where we expect the new HTC M7 to finally see the light of day. Yesterday we reported a possible release date, and now we have launch partners.

Verizon Wireless introduces two new pre-paid smartphone plans

By Robert Nelson
on 1 Feb, 2013

Verizon Wireless has officially unveiled a pair of new pre-paid smartphone plans. These new plans are available as of today and are being touted as "wallet-friendly." That being said, the plans have arrived priced at $60 and $70 per month and they each include some data along with voice and messaging.

HTC Thunderbolt is back: gets update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

By Cory Gunther
on 31 Jan, 2013

If you're the proud owner of the HTC Thunderbolt we have some amazing news today that you probably thought was never coming. You'll never believe this, but HTC and Verizon have just confirmed and approved the update to Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich for the LTE-packing device. After initially hoping for an August release date, multiple delays, and lost hope of many the update is finally being delivered.

Square Card Reader now available with Verizon Wireless

By Robert Nelson
on 31 Jan, 2013

The Square Card Reader has just become a bit easier to get ahold of as Verizon Wireless has announced the immediate availability. The readers can be found nationally at Verizon Wireless retail stores. For those unfamiliar with Square, this is a mobile payment processor that will work with your Android smartphone or tablet.

Galaxy Nexus was just the start: Verizon “end of life” comes for many

By Eric Abent
on 28 Jan, 2013

Yesterday we found out about Verizon's plans to stop offering the original Galaxy Nexus, but things are far worse than we feared. It turns out Verizon is discontinuing a number of handsets, with the apparent goal of letting stock dry up over the next few months. Some of the handsets Verizon is discontinuing are a little on the old side these days, while others might be getting phased out in anticipation of a successor.

AT&T grabs $1.9 billion in network spectrum from Verizon

By Cory Gunther
on 25 Jan, 2013

Today the two wireless giants have agreed to swap some of their spectrum. Following earnings reports this week from both parties, today the folks from Verizon have agreed to sell off about $1.9 billion worth of network spectrum to their friendly foes at AT&T. The deal will see Verizon transfer 39 700MHz spectrums to AT&T, while gaining some AWS for themselves.

Verizon Wireless launching the Droid RAZR M in pink on January 24

By Robert Nelson
on 23 Jan, 2013

The Droid RAZR M is far from the newest smartphone in the Verizon lineup, however as of tomorrow -- there will be a new color coming available. The handset is launching tomorrow, but is actually coming in time for Valentine's Day. And with that, you have probably already guessed the color -- pink.

Verizon Q4 earnings down, but gained over 2.1 million new subscribers

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Jan, 2013

This morning Verizon detailed their quarterly earnings report for the final months and holiday season of 2012. Releasing their Q4 earnings report that was full of useful numbers showing just how much they made, as well as a few losses. American's largest 4G network was rocking all quarter and actually sold 9.8 million smartphones.

Motorola X-Phone rumors claim May release, 5-inch screen, all major carriers

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Jan, 2013

Well we knew they were coming sooner or later. After multiple reports confirmed Google and Motorola were working together on the newly acquired manufacturers next handset, we're now seeing a few tips and rumors with some bold and big claims. Multiple sources have come forward claiming to have some details about a May release date, 5-inch edge-to-edge bezel free displays, and Nexus-like in its OS. Read on for a few of the better rumors floating around.