Sprint Launches its Xohm Wimax Wireless Network

Here's some great news for Sprint subscribers. The wireless network operator has finally launched it's much awaited Xohm Wimax wireless network . This high speed network will first operate in the city of Baltimore. The network will be launched in more cities over time.

But wait! What is a WiMAX network? If you are unfamiliar with this technology then let me give the basic info on this wireless network. Sprint's Xohm Wimax is the company's next-generation wireless data network that will offer wireless broadband services. According to the wireless network operator, the Xohm Wimax can deliver speeds between 2 and 4 Mbps.

The existence of a WiMaAX network will provide more options in applications. It will also offer wireless broadband services to remote places and offer new devices. This technology will also offer new forms of interactive communications, social-networking tools, location-centric services and multimedia applications to all consumers.

How is this new wireless broadband service different form existing services? Well, here are some of the reasons:

• customers will not be required to sign long-term commitments or contracts
• service for multiple WiMAX access devices will be covered by a single monthly charge
• Customers can purchase WiMAX devices
  
• This serviceis self-activated
  
• It is also capable of future updates
• offers Internet portal with enhanced mobile services;

Sprint also released information on the introductory offers for the Xohm Wimax wireless broadband service. Customers will have the option of choosing monthly passes for $25 and daily passes for $10. They will also be abale to choose from WiMax modems that are offered at a minimum price of $60. Laptops and other WiMax capable devices be available later this year.

There are also choices for markets where the Sprint's Xohm Wimax network is not yet operational. The company has announced that a dual-mode EVDO / WiMax device that can use both networks will be launched in the near future.

Tune in to this blog for more news and updates on Sprint's Xohm Wimax network and other wireless network related news.

The T-Mobile G1 Android Phone has Landed!

Finally the first Android phone has come. After months of speculation, rumors and info leaks, the first Android phone will finally enter the mobile phone market.

A few days ago, I blogged about the Wall Street Journal saying that T-Mobile and HTC will unveil the G1 today. T-Mobile confirmed that report and the wireless network has made good on that promise. Soon Android fans will get their hands on the device that they have waited for months.

Let's get close and personal with the newly announced T-Mobile G1. The official photos of the first ever phone to run on the Google Android OS have been released. I think the device looks great. It may not look as sexy as the iPhone but it looks stylish and sleek. It resembles the iPhone with its iconic large touchscreen display.

The T-Mobile G1 will be a great device for texting and email because its display to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard. Obviously, a full QWERTY keyboard will make composing email and text messages fast and easy. This device will also sport a track ball that will make it easy to navigate the device's menus and applications.

The new T-Mobile device is packed with high powered features. The first Android phone will have a full HTML browser and an HTML email client. The T-Mobile Google mobile phone will also have a beta client for the Android Market with several pre-installed applications.

Since this device runs on an Operating System made by Google, it's only natural that it will be highly integrated with Google's services. The T-Mobile Android cell phone will also provide customers with one-touch access to Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps Street View, and other Google services.

T- Mobile customers can get their hands on the T-Mobile G1 starting on October 22nd for $179 and a two-year mobile phone contract. It will be offered in white, brown and black versions.


Here is a list of the basic info and features of the T-Mobile G1:

• Size–4.6 x 2.16 x 0.63 in
• Weight–5.6 ounces
• quad-band GSM/EDGE
• Display–65K color screen, HVGA (480×320)
• 3 megapixel camera
  
• 3G network connectivity
  
• Wi-Fi
• GPS
• Bluetooth
• Google Talk
• Yahoo Instant Messenger
• cards up to 8GB
• Talk Time: 5 hours
• Standby Time: 130 hours

Keep on visiting this wireless network blog to get the latest news and updates.

Sprint Wimax Update and Other Wireless Network News

Here's some update for those who have been waiting for Sprint's WiMax network. According to Gearlog.com, Sprint has confirmed that they will proceed with the plan to launch the first commercial WiMax network in Baltimore this month.

Sprint's XOHM WiMax network will not be focused on mobile phone services. This wireless network will also offer services to laptops with integrated wireless and plug-in modem units. Users will be able to get speeds that will be faster than 3G networks from the yet to be launched WiMax wireless network.

There have also been reports that Sprint is willing to sell its iDEN network to any buyer with the right offer. The wireless network operator has expressed that it might sell the iDEN network and will seriously consider any reasonable offer. If the right opportunity does not present itself, then Sprint will hold onto the iDEN network.

Let's move on to other news.


T-Mobile USA 3G Wireless Network

Here's some news for T-Mobile subscribers. T-Mobile has announced its efforts to complete its
http://www.mobiletechnews.com/info/2008/09/18/130107.html">3G wireless network expansion plans. The wireless network provider proudly informed their subscribers that its 1700MHz 3G network. 3G voice and data services are not operating in available in 13 T-Mobile markets. Eight more markets will be added to the 3G network by October.

But T-Mobile USA is done yet. The wireless carrier hopes to add more markets to its 3G footprint by the end of 2008. The company expects to operate in 27 markets when the new year begins. The 3G network expansion will resume throughout the 2009 calendar year.

Let's move on now to the Google Android phone that will be on T-Mobile. The wireless carrier has confirmed that it will indeed announce the first Android phone on Tuesday, September 23. This anticipated announcement will be held at a special event in NYC.

The pricing info on the first mobile phone top run on the Google Android OS has also been leaked. The sources say that the Google Android phone will be offered to customers for $200 with contract. Interestingly, the rumors say that the Android phone will also have the the Google brand in its body.

Tune in to this blog to get more in fo on wireless carriers and other related topics.

Will T-Mobile Unveil the Android Phone on Sept. 23?

I got some exciting news for all of you who have been waiting for the arrival of the Google Android phone. I've just read a Wall Street Journal article informing readers that their sources have reported that the Android phone may be unveiled on the 23rd of September . That's only about a week from now.

Unfortunately, this doesn't mean that we will be able to get our hands on the Android phone next week. HTC and T-Mobile will offer the Android phone in October even though they may unveil it next week. The Wall Street Journal article also did not indicate any price for the device so we won't have any idea if we can afford it. Well, October is only a few weeks away so we can afford to wait.

The article also confirmed some of the reports and rumors on the first phone to run on the Android platform. WSJ confirmed that the Android phone will have a generous touchscreen display. I think every high-end handset should have a touchscreen display to compete with the current crop of high-level handsets.

The WSJ article also confirmed that the fiorst Android phone will have a "a swivel-out full keyboard and a BlackBerry-style trackball to help with navigation." I think this is great. The trackball will make navigation easier and it's a popular feature especially among BlackBerry users. The Qwerty keyboard is also a great asset. It makes takes entry faster and easier but it may add to the handset's bulk.

The Android phone will be manufactured by HTC Corp. and it will be named the HTC Dream. However, T_Mobile is giving it the name "G1." HTC expects to ship 600,000 to 700,000 units of the smart phone this year. This estimate bis a bit high considering it will hit the stores in October and it doesn't carry the same hype as the iPhone. However, if HTC can come up with a great device and T-Mobile can market it well, then that figure may be reached.

I guess there's nothing to do but wait for the expected launch on Sept. 23. T-Mobile doesn't have a signature device and the Android phone will surely bring prominence to the wireless network provider.

New Mobile Phones for Sprint

Here's some great info for all Sprint subscribers. the wireless network provider has been very busy lately and has released a slew of new mobile phones . These devices will benefit from Sprint's Now Network which will provide speed, simplicity and exclusive access.

Let's look at these new mobile phones that will be added to Sprint's lineup starting with the new Windows Mobile smartphones.

HTC Touch Pro

This is smartphone is designed to help mobile professionals achi9eve balance in their professional and personal aspects of their life. It offers features that are useful for both business and personal uses.

The HTC Touch Pro runs on Windows Mobile 6.1 which allows it to offer security and device management capabilities. Business users can benefit from these applications. Sprint subscribers can get this device for $299.99 with a two-year contract and after a $100 mail-in rebate starting on Oct. 19.

This high-end device offers:

five-row, slide-out QWERTY keyboard
microSD card slot
business card scanner application
built-in 3.2 MP camera/camcorder
Wi-Fi
GPS
full Opera HTML Web browser


HTC Touch Diamond

This highly anticipated smartphone features a dynamic touch-screen with TouchFLO(TM) 3D technology. Users will experience great live television, weather, email, photos, contacts, music and more with this device.

The HTC Touch Diamond sports an elegant design and is suited for both business and personal applications. This high powered device runs on Windows Mobile 6.1 and offers provides easy access to Sprint-exclusive multimedia content.

Sprint will begin to offer the HTC Touch Diamond in September. The wireless network subscriber's can get the smartphone for $249.99 with a two-year contract and after a $100 mail-in rebate.

This high-end device offers:

2.8-inch VGA touch-screen display
3.2 MP camera/camcorder
stereo Bluetooth technology
Wi-Fi
GPS
full Opera HTML Web browser
TouchFLO(TM) 3D


Let's now check out the new Sprint multi media phones. These devices are equipped with the One Click user interface design. One Click allows customers to gain access of the features they use most on their wireless phone with just one click. The carousel menu style of this user interface makes it easy to access the user's favorite features.

Samsung Rant

This is a phone with a horizontal slide design. The Samsung Rant with comes with a full QWERTY keyboardand offers quick access to Sprint Navigation, Sprint Music Store and Sprint TV. This mobile phone also offers a 2.0 MP camera/camcorder, stereo Bluetooth, expandable memory up to 16GB and speaker-independent voice recognition

Users can get it in red or black versions for $49.99 with a two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in rebate. it will hit Sprint stores in October.


Samsung Highnote

This mobile phone sports a special dual-slide form factor and is designed for music functions. The Samsung Highnote is equipped with powerful stereo speakers. This music phone also offers easy access to Sprint Music Store, Sprint Navigation, Web surfing, email, texting and more.

The Samsung Highnote's key features include a 2.0 MP camera/camcorder, stereo Bluetooth, expandable memory up to 16GB, and speaker-independent voice recognition. Sprint offers it in red and blue for $99.99 with a two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in rebate. this handset will be available on Oct. 19.


LG Lotus

This device features a fashionable clamshell design and a full QWERTY keyb0ard for text entry. The LG Lotus is exclusively offered by the wireless network provider. Aside from its messaging capabilities, this handset also offers a 2.0 MP camera/camcorder and stereo Bluetooth.

This device also has Wireless Backup that allows users to keep their contact list even if the is lost, stolen or damaged. Users can get the stylish LG Lotus in textured purple or satin black in October. it will be offered at $149.99 with a two-year contract.


There you have it. Sprint seems to be gaining momentum with these devices. Tune in to this blog for the latest mobile phones released by carriers and related mobile phone news.

New Phones and Services from US Wireless Network Operators

Here's a slew of new phones and services from the major US mobile phone carriers. Let's begin with AT&T.


AT&T

• Some documents released by the FCC indicate that the AT&T logo was on the cover of a version of Nokia's 6650 clamshell 3G smartphone. This smartphone runs the latest version of S60: 3rd Edition, Feature Pack 2. The Nokia 6650 offers HSDPA data, GPS, and memory card slot. It also has a 2 megapixel camera and a QVGA display.

• It was also recently announced that the Samsung A237 will be headed for for AT&T's wireless network. This is an entry level handset that comes in a clamshell phone form. The Samsung A7237 has quad-band GSM/EDGE and will offer a VGA camera, dedicated keys for messaging functions, and Bluetooth. Customers will be able to chose from red, blue and black version. Info on the price and availability are not yet available.

• AT&T has decided to offer some free phones for the victims of Hurricane Gustav. Around 2,000 AT&T pre-paid GoPhone's will be offered for free to customers coming from government-mandated evacuation areas. AT&T retail stores in the San Antonio and Houston regions affected by Hurricane Gustav will offer free phones 15 minutes of airtime. Those eligible have to hurry because these phones will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  

Sprint

• The wireless network provider has recently announced that the rugged Motorola i365 will be added to its handset lineup. It will be offered to Sprint customers for $90 with new agreement. The Motorola i365 is a tough handset that can resist humidity, blowing rain, dust, shock and vibration. This bar-style Sprint phone is headed for the iDEN network and supports PTT functions. The Motorola i365 will offer GPS and Bluetooth.
  

• Sprint recently announced the addition of two new entry-level Samsung clamshell phones. The and M220 from Samsung offers Bluetooth, dual displays, and speakerphones. The Samsung M320 flip phone will be offered for $30 after a new agreement and rebates and will come in red. The Samsung M320 clamshell will sport a 1.38-inch display and a VGA camera. It will come in blue and is priced the same as the M320.

• RadioShack has also started selling the Samsung Instinct for Sprint. The Instinct is Sprint's top phone and an Apple iPhone alternative.
  

Cricket

• This wireless network provider has recently launched a new video service for only $5 per month. Customers will get access to unlimited to video clips with this new Cricket video plan. However, this new service can only be added to select Cricket phones. The average length of the video clips are between 1 and 4 minutes. Customers can access these clips through the handset's WAP browser.

There you go. Those are the recent handsets and services released by US wireless carriers. Tune in to this blog for more news and updates on US wireless network operators.