Showing posts with label Sprint. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sprint. Show all posts

Saturday, November 15, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge now available in the US through most carriers for $399.99 on-contract

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, with its unique side display is now available in the US through most major carriers. Unfortunately it comes at quite a cost, with prices starting at $399.99 on contract or a whopping $900 off-contract.

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Google Nexus 6 can be purchased at Sprint on November 14

Google Nexus 6

AT&T customers will be able to pre-order the Nexus 6 tomorrow, but Sprint has announced that they will be selling the device on Friday. That means you will be able to walk into your local Sprint store, and purchase the Google Nexus 6 directly, though it's unclear if all locations will have stock.

Friday, November 7, 2014

Samsung Gear S now available in the US

Samsung Gear S

The Samsung Gear S was announced a few months ago as the first smartwatch capable of making calls by itself, thanks to its SIM card slot and 3G connectivity. Starting today you will be able to purchase the smartwatch in the US.

Monday, November 3, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge will be released in the US on November 14 through all major carriers

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

Have you been considering skipping the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 in favor of the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge? If so, you will be happy to know that Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Note Edge will launch in the U.S. on November 14. Best of all, it will be available on all five major U.S. carriers, including AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular and Verizon Wireless.

Thursday, October 2, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S5 for Sprint receives Android 4.4.4 software update

Samsung Galaxy S5

The Samsung Galaxy S5 for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4.4 software update, which brings the G900PVPU1ANI4 build number... Since such updates are usually rolled out in stages, it may be awhile before you receive the OTA notification.

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Sprint offers its own double the data plans in response to AT&T

Last week AT&T launched a promotion, doubling the data offered to both new and existing customers with a Mobile Share Value plan, splitting 15GB to 50GB data. Starting today, Sprint will also double the data on its 32GB, 40GB and 60GB Family Share Pack plans.

Friday, September 12, 2014

Sprint's Framily plans are no more, here's a look back at some of their commericals

Sprint's Frobinsons Framily

Sprint's new CEO, Marcelo Claure is hard at work bringing life back to the company which has been on a downward spiral. Admitting that he believes the customers' general perception of the carrier to be negative, the new CEO's plan to salvage the carrier includes price cuts, straightforward and easy-to-understand plans, and, unfortunately, some layoffs. One of his changes was to put an end to the Sprint Framily Plan.

Monday, September 8, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 for Sprint receives Android 4.4.4 software update

Samsung Galaxy Note 3

The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4.4 update. This will likely be the last Android update to the Note 3 before it ventures into the world of Android L later this year.

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Note Edge coming to Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile

Samsung Galaxy Note 4Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

Just like the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, all major carriers in the US have shared their plans to offer the recently announced . Additionally they have also confirmed that they will be offering the unique too.

Friday, August 29, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S4 for Sprint receives update to include international Wi-Fi Calling

SprintThe Samsung Galaxy S4 for Sprint which supports Sprint Spark, is currently receiving a software update which enable calling or texting using international Wi-Fi calling. Spring Spark is a tri-band LTE network which offers extremely fast data speeds. With Sprint Spark, the phone is able to figure out which of the three bands is best suited for a particular task, which allows for faster wireless service.

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Sharp Aquos Crystal officially announced as an exclusive to Sprint in the U.S.

Sharp Aquos Crystal

Sprint, during an event which took place in New York, unveiled the Sharp Aquos Crystal. A handset which would be exclusively available in the U.S. through Sprint, as well as Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile. What's unique about the Aquos Crystal is that it has no no side and top bezels, which gives it a very compact size despite its generous 5 inch display.

Friday, July 25, 2014

Apple iPhone 5 and FreedomPop

Apple iPhone 5 and FreedomPop

FreedomPop is an MNVO in the U.S. which offers cellular service on Sprint's network. They first made a name for themselves with their Freedom Sleeve, which brought 4G connectivity to the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. The carrier recently started offering the Apple iPhone 5 on its network coupled with a free plan, which meant you wouldn't have to pay for monthly calls, texts and data after paying the initial cost for your phone.

Monday, July 21, 2014

LG G2 for Sprint receives Knock Code update

LG G2 for Sprint receives Knock Code update
One of the enhancement offered on the LG G3 was its Knock Code screen unlocking feature, which allows you to tap the screen in predefined locations to wake it and unlock instantly, even when the device was asleep. Knock code first debuted on the LG G Pro 2, but is now being offered for the on Sprint as well.

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

HTC One M8 for Sprint receives Android 4.4.3 software update

HTC One M8

The  for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4.3 software update. Most of the improvements with the update will be under the hood, so you won't see any visual differences. However Sprint customers will also see that Wi-Fi calling will be enabled on your device.

Monday, June 23, 2014

Sprint adds new LTE and Spark markets, international Wi-Fi calling and 30-day free trial


Earlier today, Sprint introduced its exclusive Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport. Now the nation's third largest carrier has announced that its 4G LTE service has expanded to 28 new markets, bringing the total to 471. New cities covered include Seattle, Cleveland, and San Jose. On top of this, the Sprint Spark service has been expanded to three new markets, bringing that total to 27.


Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport announced for Sprint

Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport for Sprint Cherry RedNot too long ago Sprint announced an exclusive HTC One M8 Harman Kardon Edition. Now the nation's third largest carrier is teaming up with Samsung, Under Armor and MapMyFitness to offer a special edition of the Samsung Galaxy S5, which is known as the Galaxy S5 Sport.

Saturday, June 21, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Sprint receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini (front)The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The update which is being rolled out in stages to devices OTA (over-the-air) brings Android 4.4.2 along with the L520VPUBNE3 build number.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Mega for Sprint receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy Mega
The Samsung Galaxy Mega for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The update which is being rolled out in stages to devices OTA (over-the-air) brings Android 4.4.2 along with the L600VPUANE4 build number.

Saturday, June 14, 2014

HTC One M8 for Sprint receives OTA update (1.54.651.10) with fixes for connection bug

HTC One M8The HTC One M8 for Sprint is receiving an OTA update which brings the 1.54.651.10 software version, along with a fix for the issue which causes the device to randomly loose access to its data connection.

The error is caused by multiple connection attempts on the voice and data network in low-coverage areas, which for Sprint is basically anywhere outside the major cities. Apparently some phones would then enter a state where they couldn't connect to any mobile networks at all.

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Motorola Moto X, Moto G and Moto E receive Android 4.4.3 software update

Motorola continues its trend for offering quick software updates, by releasing Android 4.4.3 for its Moto X, Moto G (LTE), and Moto E smartphones. Motorola's Steve Horowitz, SVP of Software Engineering, has announced that Android 4.4.3, which happens to be the latest version of the platform, has been released for certain Moto X, Moto G, and Moto E models. While the others are expected to receive the update soon.