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Verizon Samsung GALAXY S 4 hands-on and unboxing

By Cory Gunther
on 24 May, 2013

As of yesterday the flagship Samsung GALAXY S 4 smartphone is available from Verizon Wireless. And even though we've seen the smartphone plenty and reviewed the international and AT&T model, today we'll be giving you a quick look and unboxing Verizon's flavor. It's the same phone through and through and has their blazing fast 4G LTE, so lets take a look.

Verizon HTC One “will be announced later”

By Robert Nelson
on 23 May, 2013

We were expecting Verizon Wireless to announce the HTC One during their CTIA 'special event' yesterday and instead got to watch Jennifer Lopez announce Viva Movil. Given the steady stream of Verizon HTC One rumors that we have been seeing, it almost feels like stating the obvious when we say the Viva Movil announcement was a disappointment for some. That is not to say Viva Movil is a disappointment, but just that plenty of people seem to be waiting for a Verizon branded One.

Verizon Wireless GALAXY S 4 availability begins today

By Robert Nelson
on 23 May, 2013

The pre-order period has come to an end and as of today, the Samsung GALAXY S 4 is available with Verizon Wireless. The carrier has the handset available in black and white and with a price point of $199.99. In addition to the standard two-year contract pricing, Verizon Wireless also has an accessory bundle pack available for $50 more.

Verizon to boost 4G LTE with ‘small cells’ rollout later this year

By Cory Gunther
on 22 May, 2013

Verizon has been on a roll lately regarding their updates and continued improvements to their 4G LTE network, and today we have even more good news. Aside from the odd special announcement of Viva Movil this afternoon, we're also learning Verizon Wireless will begin deploying a series of small cells throughout the US later this year. What are small cells? Read on for more details on how this will improve your connection.

Verizon Wireless partners with Jennifer Lopez for Viva Movil

By Robert Nelson
on 22 May, 2013

The Verizon Wireless CTIA event has come to an end and while we didn't see any new devices announced, there was some big news for the Latino community. Jennifer Lopez was invited onstage to introduce Viva Movil, which is described as being a Latino-centric mobile carrier. Lopez took to the stage with talk about the Latino population in the US and about the Viva Movil brand.

Verizon HTC One tipped for CTIA event unveiling

By Robert Nelson
on 22 May, 2013

There has been plenty of back and forth about whether the HTC One is coming to Verizon Wireless. The most recent rumors surfaced just yesterday and brought talk of a Verizon Wireless branded HTC One with Android 4.2.2. According to that rumor, the Verizon HTC One is currently being tested by HTC reps. While there has yet to be any in-the-wild sightings of the handset, we have been told that Verizon will be announcing the HTC One later today.

Verizon Wireless tops ACSI customer satisfaction survey

By Robert Nelson
on 22 May, 2013

Verizon Wireless has taken top honors in a recent American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) survey dealing with wireless service. This survey took a look at the big four carriers, which includes Verizon Wireless, Sprint, T-Mobile and AT&T. In addition to overall customer satisfaction in terms of the carriers, the survey took a look at items such as the manufacturers behind the devices.

Verizon HTC One running Android 4.2.2 could be coming soon

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

The ongoing debate and rumor mill for the HTC One headed to Verizon isn't going away, and now we have one more report to help fuel the fire. After initial reports claimed the flagship HTC One would indeed come to Verizon, then confirmed to not be offered, we've been getting conflicting reports ever sense. Today one massive rumor claims a Verizon HTC One is already out and in the wild, and is running Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean.

Verizon GALAXY S 4 bootloader unlocked before release

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

For those who have been following the ongoing news regarding Samsung's GALAXY S 4 and the bootloader, we have good news. After AT&T's model was found to be locked down tight a few developers quickly addressed the problem and hacked the bootloader on the GALAXY S 4. Now just days before Verizon's flavor hits the streets the same dev has already got custom recoveries up and running on the handset. Rejoice Android modders.

Verizon HTC One reality returns as DROID DNA offer pops up

By Chris Burns
on 20 May, 2013

Today Verizon has once again stoked the fires of possibility for an HTC One as they place the DROID DNA on a social sharing fire sale. This situation could go one of two ways - one, it's possible that the Verizon special event later this week will result in a new color option for the Samsung GALAXY S 4 before its final release in three days. Two - it could be that the DROID DNA is being essentially given away for free now allowing the carrier to make room for the fabled Verizon HTC One.