HTC Touch Diamond to Hit Sprint Stores on September 2?

I've got another juicy bit of wireless network information scoop. This time it's for Sprint subscribers. Now, according to the folks at wmexperts.com, Sprint may be launching the HTC Touch Diamond on September 2.

The HTC Touch Diamond has been one of the most anticipated handsets since it was officially announced last May. Only the 3G iPhone has clearly surpassed it in terms of anticipation. It was rumored that Verizon and Sprint will offer the HTC Touch Pro in US soil. Prior rumors and announcements indicate that the HTC Touch Pro will be available in the third quarter. This makes the rumored release date of September 2 plausible.

The source of this info is apparently a slide or internal document that was leaked. The documents contained details and the release dates of several handsets that will be launched by Sprint. Here are the handsets that will be released in September according to the leaked document:

• Sanyo Katana Eclipse
• Motorola VE20 Vegas
• Motorola i365
• MotorolaV950 Renegade
• Samsung m220
• Samsung m320

Of course, the highlight of the list was the HTC Touch Diamond or the HTC 6950. The HTC Touch was designated as the HTC 6900. Since this info case from a leaked document, more confirmation is required. It's expected that the wireless network operator will make the official announcement in the next few weeks.

Here the expected specs and features of Sprint's upcoming HTC Touch Diamond:

• 101mm x 51mm x 14mm dimensions
  
• EVDO Rev A
• WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0
• Qualcomm MSM 7510A Processor running at 528MHz
• 256 ROM, 256 RAM, 4 Gigs internal (no expansion)
• Opera 9.5 for the browser
• 3.2mp Camera
• 640x480 screen
• 1340 mAh battery

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Recent Wireless Network Rumors

After surfing through various mobile phone websites, I noticed that there are plenty of exciting rumors about wireless network operators and handset launches. So I decided to post some of the recent rumors I've read about. Here they are:


AT&T mobile phone devices and services rumors

According to the mobile phone spies at Boy Genius Report, the Samsung Omina may be coming to AT&T in the third quarter. The Samsung Omnia is a a Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional device with a 5 megapixel camera with face detection. It also has quad-band EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, 3.2″ WQVGA touch screen, Bluetooth, and either 8GB or 16GB of internal memory. The rumors also indicate that the Samsung Omnia for AT&T will offer Mobile TV, AT&T Navigator and other services.

Here's more interesting mobile phone scoop for AT&T subscribers. According to GearDiary.com, AT&T's roadmap has been leaked and the info suggest that a number of exciting new handsets will be released in the coming months. AT&T has scheduled the third quarter for the launching of the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and the BlackBerry Bold. The mobile phone carrier will also release that BlackJack III which offers Windows Mobile 6.1, a 528 MHz processor, 3MP camera, aGPS, and more.

A new Pantech Duo sporting Windows Mobile 6.1, GPS, HSDPA, and a 528MHz processor may also hit AT&T stores in the fourth quarter. The leaked AT&T info also mentions a replacement for the HTC Tilt called the Tilt II, which will offer a Qualcomm 528 MHz processor, aGPS, HSDPA, 256MB ROM/ 128MB, and more. The AT&T Tilt II is expected to be launched on the fourth quarter together with the HTC Touch Pro.

The mobile phone operator has also scheduled a slew of Windows Mobile 6.1 upgrades for the Pantech Duo, BlackJack II, Moto Q9h, AT&T Tilt and other handsets.


Sprint mobile phone devices and services rumors

According to SprintUsers.com, rumors indicate that Sprint is getting set to increase data costs for new and old customers. The rumors also indicate that the mobile phone carrier is planning to cancel their current standalone Vision and Power Vision plans. Apparently, the have decided to replace them with a mandatory Everything plans that begin at $69/month. This new set of plans will offer voice minutes, Sprint TV, GPS nav, and other services. However, these changes may affect customers who only signed up for a simple data-only plan.



Verizon Wireless mobile phone devices and services rumors

According to Phone Arena.com, leaked information indicates that Verizon may be preparing to unveil a
host of exciting new mobile phonesin the upcoming months. The leaked information suggest that Verizon will launch the the HTC Touch Diamond and Touch Pro which are headed to the carriers CDMA lineup.

These handsets are expected to be launched on the middle of fall. even though no definite date have been mentioned. Verizon may also launch the Motorola Blaze which is scheduled to hit stores by September 22. The leaked documents also mention the Palm Treo 800w but no specific release date was indicated. The Samsung SCH-U430, Samsung SCH-U440, UTStarcom TXT8010, Nokia 2605 and the Nokia 7205 will also join Verizon's mobile phone lineup according to the leaked information.

There you have it. I hope these mobile phone and wireless network operator rumors have gotten you excited. Tune in to this blog for more rumors as well as news and info on mobile phones and cell phone carriers.

Sprint and the Samsung Instinct Ready to Take on the 3G iPhone

A few months ago, Sprint and Samsung made an announcement that they will challenge the Apple iPhone with their own touchscreen device, the Samsung Instinct. Now both devices will soon be in stores. Will the Instinct be able to gain the upper hand against the 3G iPhone?

Sprint announced that they will embark a marketing campaign to ensure that the Instinct will topple the iPhone. The wireless network operator has been aggressive with its marketing campaign. For example, Sprint has released a series of video that demonstrates the Samsung Instinct's superiority over Apple's device. The videos showed that the Instinct is better than the iPhone when it comes to downloading music, shooting videos, GPS navigation, live TV and web browsing speed.

However, Apple's announcement of the 3G iPhone has really captured the attention of the mobile phone industry. Months before the official announcement, numerous rumors and informations leaks surfaced about the device. Rumors on the raw materials, features, price and specs have spread like wild fire up to the days leading to the launch.

It's not surprising why there is so much buzz around the 3G iPhone. After all, the original iPhone was a very successful device. It's probably the most famous mobile phone in the world. Everyone has heard about the iPhone. And a next generation device that offers improvement will surely get the attention the whole mobile phone industry.

Apple has also done a masterful job of marketing this device. They have made improvements to the iPhone and developers will soon create new applications for the device. They have also made deals with mobile phone operators throughout the world to launch the 3G iPhone. This means that the device will be available in other countries who were not able to get the original device. The attractive price is also going to pull in a lot of customers. At only $199 with a contract and rebates, the iPhone has become more affordable.

Not to be outdone, Sprint has decided to drop the price of the Samsung Instinct to just $129 dollars with a mail in rebate and a two year contract. However, the Sprint iPhone killer has to be activated with a plan that includes unlimited data, which can cost a monthly minimum of $70 when paired with a voice plan. It was previously suggested that the device will be sold at $199 to compete with the 3G iPhone. It seems that the wireless network operator realized that that prize was not good enough to attract buyers so they decided to drop the price of the Samsung Instinct.

Will the Instinct be able to match the 3G iPhone? Well, we just have to wait. Sprint's device will be launched first but I'm not sure if that's an advantage. We'll see if all that marketing has convinced people to get the Instinct before the iPhone. Tune in to this blog for more wireless network news and info.

Verizon Wireless Launches 3 Hot New LG Phones

Here's some awesome news for Verizon subscribers and LG mobile phone fans. LG and Verizxon Wireless just announced that three new LG handsets will now be part of the wireless network's summer lineup.

Here's a statement from Mike Lanman, vice president and chief marketing officer for Verizon Wireless, to warm things up,

“These summer phones join our other popular LG phones – the enV2, the Voyager and the Venus – to offer our customers an array of applications, downloadable games, music and other content that is unparalleled in its variety and ability to enhance customers’ lifestyles. By unveiling these devices now, we are giving our customers the opportunity to choose the device that’s right for them, backed by the most reliable wireless network in the nation.”

I think that's perfect introduction for these hot and new LG cell phones. Let explore the details on these upcoming Verizon Wireless handsets.

Let's begin with the LG Dare. This new mobile phone seems to be the flagship for these batch. This is candy bar mobile phone that offers a touchscreen and sports a 3.2 megapixel camera with improved video recording capabilities. Customers will be able to enjoy photo editing software and direct access to social networking sites with the LG Dare. This handset will use to Verizon's EVDO network and V CAST services.

Well, that's about it. This seems like a short description but LG and the wireless network operator weren't keen on providing more details. They simply said that additional information on the LG Dare will be available later this month. Maybe the launch dates will be included in that announcement. Anyway, I'm sure that the LG Dare will offer much more. I guess we'll just have to move on to the next device.

The next upcoming Verizon Wireless mobile phone is the LG Decoy. What's special with this phone? Well, the LG Decoy offers a built-in, removable Bluetooth headset that is incorporated into the phone's design. When the headset is stored on the phone, it will will charge. This next mobile phone from LG also offers a five-way joystick for navigation, and incorporated GPS. Customers can start purchasing it the wireless network operator's stores on June 16.

Let wrap it up with the LG Chocolate 3, the third device in the upcoming LG phones for Verizon. The LG Chocolate 3 is the latest version of LG's music-centric phone. This version made a switch from a slider to a clamshell handset. This means that the music control wheel has been relocated to the outside of the phone. Users will be able to access the wheel when the phone is closed.

The LG Chocolate 3 will also offer a 2 megapixel camera, an FM transmitter, stereo speakers, and 1GB of internal memory. The device will also also support microSD cards up to 8GB in size.This LG device for Verizon will hit the shelves in July.

If any of these devices tickles your interest then you should find new cell phone reviews that feature these devices. Information on mobile phones are always being leaked online so you might be able to get reliable info on these devices even before they hit the stores.

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Verizon Wireless May Merge with Alltel

Here's some explosive wireless network controller news. According to a Reuters article, Verizon Wireless may be able to surpass AT&T as the top US mobile phone service provider if it succeeds in negotiating a merge with Alltel Corp.

Alltel Corp is one of the top rural mobile service provider in the US. The source of this scoop revealed that Verizon is offering to but Alltel for bout $27 billion in debt and cash. However, the $27 billion valuation could be comprised of mostly debt and a smaller amount of cash.

This merger will certainly have a significant effect in the wireless network operator industry. Alltel had more than 13 million customers at the end of the first quarter which means that a merge with Verizon will spawn a company with more than 80 million customers. AT&T, is considered the biggest U.S. wireless service based on customers with 71 million subscribers but will fall in second place should this merger becomes complete.

The source of this wireless network info also divulged that the ownership structure of Verizon Wireless would be altered if the deal is completed. Fifty-five percent of the company is owned by Verizon Communications Inc and Vodafone Group Plc owns the rest.

Needless to say, this development was met by surprise. The timing of this deal was unexpected since Verizon did not make any move when private equity investors bought Alltel about a year ago. However, Verizon Wireless expanding through an acquisition makes sense. Some experts also believe that Verizon may be able to operate Alltel more efficiently than Alltel. Verizon is a strong wireless franchise and has advantages of scale to run the business with greater efficiency.

As expected with these mega deals, both parties wanted to limit the information about the merger. Verizon declined to release comment on the matter while Alltel representatives were not immediately available for comment.

Mobile phone industry experts expect that a close review from U.S. antitrust authorities and regulators at the Federal Communications Commission will be conducted if Verizon proceeds to purchase of Alltel.

Well, this is certainly interesting. It seems that Verizon is making a move to wrest the top spot from AT&T. This is a major development so I think it's unsure if the deal will be completed. All we can do at this point is to tune to to the updates to this story. Tune in for more wireless network news and information on this blog.

A look at the Upcoming Motorola Adventure V750 from Verizon Wireless

Here's a preview of the Rugged Motorola Adventure V750 that will be soon released by Verizon Wireless.

Mobile phone experts expect that the Motorola V750 is one of the two new devices planned to be launched this summer. It will be released along with the introduction of the wireless network's new PTT service.

The Motorola Adventure is being marketed as a rugged handset because it has military specs. This means that the design of the V750 will meet military specs 810F for shock, vibration, solar radiation, high temperature storage, altitude, blowing dust, high and low temperature operation. This is a phone that is built to withstand the pressure of any adventure. That's probably they called it the "Adventure".

The promo materials for the wireless network's upcoming rugged mobile phone indicates that the V750 adventure will offer "High Performance Audio." Customers will be able to reliably make calls in any pout door environment. Well, I expect nothing less with a handset that has passed military specs 810F.

As I've mentioned before the wireless network will launch this phone as part of its PTT program. Naturally, the Motorola Adventure V750 will offer Verizon's PTT. Push-to-Talk or PTT is a communication feature that allows a person to quickly communicate with another PTT subscriber with a press of a button.

Since most of the information on Verizon's Motorola Adventure V750 came from leaked promotion sheets, it's expected that the wireless network will launch the handset in the near future. Here are some details on the Motorola Adventure V750:

Features:

• 2.2 inch high resolution internal display
• 1.6 external display
• 2 megapixel Camera with one-touch access to digital imaging
• Optional 8GB removable microSD
• Stereo Bluetooth and Bluetooth printing
• VZ Navigator
• VCast Music with Rhapsody
• Filed Force Manager

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AT&T's HSUPA Upgrade Near Completion

Let me announce some great tidings for AT&T subscribers. The wireless carrier has announced that its entire 3G network will be upgraded to High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) technology by the end of June .

AT&T's HSUPA is expected to complement the previous upgrade to the wireless network's High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) technology. If completed, the upgrade will make
AT&T the first U.S. mobile phone service provider to fully deploy HSPA Technology in its wireless network. The upgrade will allow AT&T subscribers speeds of up to 1.4 Mbps (Down), 800 Kbps (Up).

here's a comment released by the carrier's representative:

"The ability to quickly upload large files from a laptop is no longer a luxury — it's a necessity. By fully deploying HSUPA across our 3G footprint, we not only meet the current needs of our customers but also lay the path for our continued evolution to even faster wireless broadband capabilities."

Currently, the super fast 3G wireless network is being offered in more than 275 markets. The 3G network will be available in nearly 350 markets before the end of the year. The new upload speeds complement AT&T's 3G download capabilities, which currently offer up to 1.4 Mbps across all markets. Customers who have capable devices, such as LaptopConnect wireless modems will benefit from this technology.

In the last three years, the company has invested more than $20 billion in network improvements and upgrades. This figure means that an average of $5 billion a year has been spent by AT&T. The mobile phone service provider will be able to reuse valuable 850 MHz spectrum to expand and enhance 3G markets by recently turning down its older TDMA network. AT&T's HSUPA wireless network is positioned to keep up with customer demand. The company envisions to adopt LTE (Long Term Evolution) technology to reach even higher speeds in the long term.

Some experts see the upgrade as Some experts say that this move may be part of the preparation to launch the 3G iPhone. It has been known to the wireless community that Apple's new handset will sport a 3G radio. This rumor is also based in history. Last year, before the release of the EDGE capable iPhone AT&T embarked on a massive EDGE network upgrade.