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It should’ve been the HTC Nexus DNA

, Nov 13th 2012 Discuss [0]

Beautiful screen, crisp hardware, superlative specifications: if ever a smartphone deserved Google’s Nexus branding, the DROID DNA by HTC is probably it. Announced on the same day that LG’s Nexus 4 went on sale, the HTC DNA is so impressive a phone that its looming, 5-inch presence even managed to overshadow Google’s dire performance with Play store stability as eager Nexus buyers tried to secure a new phone. It’s a sign that HTC is taking the smartphone segment as seriously as it really needs to, not only iterating on what’s out there today but leading with new, compelling features in an appealing package. So appealing, in fact, that it’s hard to escape the feeling that the DNA, not LG’s handset, should’ve been the new Nexus.

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Verizon to launch more 4G LTE markets on November 15

, Nov 13th 2012 Discuss [0]

Verizon is committed to get their 4G LTE blanketed over most of the United States, claiming they'll cover their entire 3G network with 4G by mid-2013. Today, the carrier has announced that they'll be lighting up more cities with 4G LTE on November 15, proving that they're serious about their goal. Read The Full Story

DROID DNA by HTC hands-on

, Nov 13th 2012 Discuss [0]

The stakes are high, and HTC is getting serious. Verizon’s new DROID DNA by HTC is the company’s most feature-packed phone to-date, not to mention arguably the most impressive device on Verizon’s LTE network, starting with a Super LCD 2 display that may well spoil you for all other smartphones. 5-inches and 1080p HD resolution, paired with one of the fastest processors around; read on for our first impressions of the DROID DNA by HTC.

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$1.3bn UK LTE auction opens December 11

, Nov 12th 2012 Discuss [0]

LTE services across UK carriers are likely to launch in May or June 2013, regulator Ofcom has confirmed, setting dates for the 4G spectrum auction as well as reserve prices totaling £1.3bn. The application process will begin on December 11, with bidding itself starting in January and, Ofcom warns, potentially lasting for "a number of weeks" until winners - and costs - are confirmed by the end of March. Read The Full Story

iPad mini LTE ships in five days Apple confirms

, Nov 9th 2012 Discuss [0]

Apple has begun notifying iPad mini WiFi + Cellular preorder customers that their LTE tablet is preparing for shipment, with the first models set to wing out to US buyers in five days. The ship estimate was confirmed in an email to US shoppers this morning, though no specific delivery dates were given; instead, Apple said that it would follow up with a tracking number - and such specifics - in a subsequent message. Read The Full Story

EE delays UK LTE SIM-free option after testing drags

, Nov 9th 2012 Discuss [0]

UK 4G carrier EE has postponed the launch of its SIM-free plans, frustrating unlocked iPhone 5 owners in the process, after delays in the testing procedure. Originally expected to go live for new sign-ups today, the SIM-free plans will now :be delayed by a few days," EE told Coolsmartphone, pushing the launch back into early next week, though not as bad as the carrier previously warned. Read The Full Story

Verizon expected to complete 4G LTE rollout by mid-2013

, Nov 8th 2012 Discuss [0]

Verizon is consistently working on rolling out its 4G LTE network to multiple cities as frequently as possible, and they think they finally know when their LTE network rollout will be complete. The company is announcing that they expect mid-2013 to be the date of completion for the carrier's 4G network. Read The Full Story

Samsung Galaxy Express and MiFi Liberate announced for AT&T

, Nov 8th 2012 Discuss [0]

AT&T isn't slowing down their upcoming release schedule. After announcing a few Windows Phone 8 devices a couple days ago, like the Nokia Lumia 920 and the 8X from HTC, the carrier is continuing on with an announcement of even more toys. Coming November 16, AT&T will be stocking the Samsung Galaxy Express and the MiFi Liberate from Novatel. Read The Full Story

AT&T throws $14bn at Project VIP to boost LTE and U-verse

, Nov 7th 2012 Discuss [0]

AT&T will pump $14bn into 4G and wireline expansion over the next three years, the carrier has announced, in an attempt to blanket 300m people with LTE by the end of 2014. The frantic deployment will see the lion's share - $8bn - spent on wireless, with $6bn on wireline initiatives, and has been dubbed Project Velocity IP (VIP); AT&T will also increasingly look to get consumers and businesses wanting broadband connections online via 4G when wired hook-ups are impractical. Read The Full Story

Bluegrass Cellular begins roll out of LTE network

, Nov 5th 2012 Discuss [0]

In an effort to get LTE broadband access to those in the US located in smaller cities and towns, Verizon created the Verizon Wireless LTE in Rural America, aka LRA, program. As part of that program, Bluegrass Cellular, a Kentucky-based wireless company, has begun rolling out the first round of its LTE network. This initial rollout will bring service to 348k+ people. Read The Full Story

AT&T’s Samsung ATIV Smart PC drops November 9 for $800

, Nov 5th 2012 Discuss [0]

AT&T has priced up Samsung's ATIV Smart PC running Windows 8, and the docking tablet doesn't come cheap: $799.99. The 11.6-inch tablet will come with 64GB of internal storage and a dual-core 1.5GHz Intel Atom processor when it drops on November 9, and run Windows 8 as standard with the option of a Windows 8 Pro upgrade. Buyers will be able to add the tablet to a Mobile Share plan, or take out a specific data plan for the slate. Read The Full Story

US Cellular rolls out 4G LTE in 30+ markets

, Nov 1st 2012 Discuss [0]

As LTE devices become more commonplace and data demands increase, many users are gravitating towards using 4G mobile broadband. Now more users with have access to the faster mobile network, with US Cellular announcing its plans to roll out new 4G LTE networks in over 30 markets. The network is slated for launch on November 5. Read The Full Story
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