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AT&T’s ‘It Can Wait’ campaign gains the support of other carriers

By Robert Nelson
on 14 May, 2013

While we have seen campaigns against texting while driving from several of the US based mobile carriers, it looks like the four main carriers will soon be coming together under one slogan. That slogan should sound familiar to many as it is already existing. Basically, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile and Sprint will unite with AT&T under the It Can Wait platform. The four carriers will be joined by 200 other organizations and the campaign will begin showing in television and radio commercials this summer.

Zact opens for business offering customizable no-contract mobile plans

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

ItsOn had been tipped to launch a new mobile offering and in that respect, they have done just that. The one catch, while ItsOn has launched today, it did not arrive exactly as was expected. Basically, instead of ItsOn taking advantage of the Verizon Wireless network, they have chosen to use the network of another US based CDMA carrier. Perhaps more important though, ItsOn has launched the service as Zact and it is indeed a no-contract carrier.

AT&T adds the black HTC One, 32GB GALAXY S 4 and LG Optimus G Pro

By Robert Nelson
on 10 May, 2013

AT&T has a few new smartphone additions as of today. Or maybe more specific, AT&T has some updated models from earlier releases available as of today. The news includes the GALAXY S 4 which is now available in a 32GB model as well as the Stealth Black version of the HTC One and the LG Optimus G Pro. Anyway, as these are simply additions to previous releases, the specs and pricing may sound familiar to some.

AT&T adds to the prepaid options with Aio Wireless

By Robert Nelson
on 9 May, 2013

Coming off the recent rumors, AT&T has announced Aio Wireless. This will be a contract-free setup and they will be offering plans that include unlimited talk, text and data. Aio Wireless is a nationwide wireless service and the initial launch will have availability for those in Houston, Orlando and Tampa with more markets promised to arrive "over the next year."

AT&T details the latest 4G LTE expansions

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Coming just a few days after the previous expansion, AT&T has announced the latest for the 4G LTE network rollout. The last time around brought good news for those in select cities of Kansas, Missouri and Texas and as of today it looks like new and expanded coverage has arrived for those in seven states as well as in Puerto Rico.

AT&T 4G LTE expands in Kansas, Missouri and Texas

By Robert Nelson
on 6 May, 2013

AT&T has announced their latest 4G LTE expansion. While this roll-out doesn't include as many markets as the last go around, there is probably something to be said for the timing as this update has arrived less than a week after the last. This latest bit is dealing with five markets across Kansas, Missouri and Texas.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 now on sale throughout Canada

By Cory Gunther
on 3 May, 2013

For all those folks living North of the U.S. we have some excellent news to share. In case you haven't been paying attention or seeing TV ad spots, Samsung's GALAXY S 4 flagship smartphone is available starting today across Canada on most major carriers. The launch isn't going quite as smooth as they planned, but it's now readily available.

ItsOn tipped to launch as Verizon MVNO with focus on plan flexibility

By Robert Nelson
on 3 May, 2013

It looks like those in the US will soon have another wireless carrier to pick from. This latest will be introduced by ItsOn Inc, though the name of the service has yet to be announced. Charles Giancarlo from ItsOn has said the service (and the name) will be announced later this month and it will bring a focus on flexibility. The service will be a pay-as-you-go offering and while that does mean paying full price for your device, it also means you will not be tied into any long term carrier commitment.

AT&T ‘All In One’ prepaid plans tipped for a June launch

By Robert Nelson
on 3 May, 2013

AT&T currently offers wireline services under the "All In One" brand and come this summer, the carrier may begin using that same brand for a new pre-paid wireless offering. The details have yet to be confirmed by AT&T, however it is believed that the All In One pre-paid services will be launching in June. These plans are expected to be priced from $35 per month.

EFF report slams Verizon and AT&T over user data protection

By Cory Gunther
on 2 May, 2013

A popular Digital Rights Advocacy group called the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is back this year and have released their annual report card. It's called "Who has your back" regarding companies who protect their users - and their data - from the prying eyes of the government. Surprisingly, Verizon scores dead last and didn't receive a single star, while AT&T only had 1 out of 5 themselves. It's not looking good for wireless carriers.