Archive for the ‘Verizon’ Category

Android 2.1 update for the Motorola DROID rolling out this week

Motorola DROID users as a whole are a pretty happy bunch, but after finally getting their first taste of official multi-touch, we can’t help but blame them for wanting a whole lot more. The good news on this front is…

Verizon Wireless explicitly blocking 4chan?

4chan, the internet message and image board known for its legion of anonymous users, has been explicitly blocked by Verizon Wireless. 4chan founder Christopher Poole said, “Over the past 72 hours, we’ve been receiving reports from Verizon Wireless customers having…

HTC Incredible spotted, shot, stuffed and shown off

Verizon Wireless already has a formidable Android line-up with the DROID and DROID Eris, but soon enough, it might just have the best thanks to the handset you see above. Known at the moment as the HTC Incredible, the candybar…

Motorola DEVOUR gets official on Verizon Wireless

We knew it was coming, and now, it is here. Today, Verizon Wireless and Motorola officially announced the Motorola DEVOUR’s availability on America’s largest wireless carrier. As previously reported, this Android handset will come complete with MOTOBLUR, a 3.1″ capacitive…

Verizon sends retailers DEVOUR promo materials as Moto’s support site goes live

While much of the tech world continues the stupid debate as to whether or not the iPad is the greatest thing to happen since electricity (it’s not), Verizon has quietly been shipping promo materials for the Motorola DEVOUR to retail…

BGR Breaks It Down: How to shop for a new phone

Guest post by a “connect” in the wireless industry.
Absolutely dread going to your location wireless provider’s store and having to be social? If it’s one of your worst nightmares, hopefully this will help you change that. Here are a few tips that…

Palm Pre Plus plagued by problems with the GPS?

A week after its official debut, the honeymoon for Verizon Wireless Palm Pre Plus owners might be over with an increasing number of users complaining about problems with imprecise GPS signal locking. When using Google Maps on the Pre Plus,…

Even with wireless growth, Verizon posts Q4 loss of $653 million

Yesterday, Verizon Communications, Inc. reported a Q4 loss of $653 million, despite a strong showing from its wireless division. Verizon Wireless has the most retail customers of any U.S. carrier, and added 2.2 million new lines during Q4 — almost…

Verizon Wireless lining up to offer prepaid BlackBerry plans

Verizon seems to be planning on expanding its prepaid line-up and options for current and would-be customers by throwing BlackBerry into the mix. Word is that within the next three months, prepaid BlackBerry plans will become available, though we’re not…

Verizon Wireless to store managers: Wednesday is a big day

Uh oh. More Apple tablet-related news? It would appear so, as we have just been briefed on what could be a solid Apple / Verizon connection.

Are you getting a Verizon Wireless Palm Pre Plus or Palm Pixi Plus today?

We want to get some feedback from you guys on how many of you either bought or are planning to buy a Palm Pre Plus or Palm Pixi Plus now that they’re available on Verizon.

Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus now available on Verizon Wireless

Sprint’s seven month run as the exclusive carrier of Palm’s webOS handsets has come to an end as the Palm Pre Plus and Pixi Plus are now available from Verizon Wireless. Verizon customers interested in the refreshed devices can score…

BlackBerry Tour 9630 going out of stock at Best Buy?

One of our Best Buy connects just let us know that the BlackBerry Tour 9630 is on its way out.