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Sprint Wants You to Try its Beneficial WiMAX Network
LTE may be on Sprint’s mind, but that doesn’t mean it has forgotten its relationship with WiMAX. Yes, the “4G” network the carrier launched all the way back in 2008 is still being touted as a “beneficial” technology in Sprint marketing materials obtained by TechnoBuffalo. What kind of benefits does WiMAX offer? Glad you asked. Here’s what
Samsung Galaxy Nexus for Sprint Unboxing (video)
Sprint’s first LTE phone is here, and what better device to hold that crown than Samsung’s Galaxy Nexus? Sure, the device has been out for quite some time on Verizon — and the pastures may be greener on the other side, too — but Sprint has grand plans to stake its own claim in the
Verizon Galaxy Nexus Owners Begin Receiving Android 4.0.4 Update
Reports across the Web from several Verizon Galaxy Nexus owners suggest the carrier is finally rolling out the long-awaited Android 4.0.4 software update. Rumored to be hitting in the form of build IMM76K, the over-the-air update is said to fix a number of performance bugs. It’s not too far fetched to believe that an Android
Sprint Galaxy Nexus Update Incoming, Fixes Data Connectivity Issue
A phone isn’t much good if it can’t connect to a network and, unfortunately, that’s been the case with some Galaxy Nexus devices on Sprint. If you remember, soon after the Galaxy Nexus launched, reports began surfacing on Sprint forums complaining that the handset was having issues connecting to the carrier’s 3G network. So in
Ask The Buffalo: Apple WWDC 2012, HTC Evo 4G LTE, and More!
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Google Once Felt That Touchscreens Couldn’t Replace Physical Buttons
Quick, someone show this to Google’s Matias Duarte. Information gleaned from a 2007 Android specification document reveals that Google previously felt “a touchscreen cannot completely replace physical buttons.” Au contraire, Google, and quite the opposite of how Android 4.0 has been designed and implemented on today’s devices — such as the Galaxy Nexus. Here, in
Samsung, Not Motorola, Allegedly Tapped To Build Next Nexus Phone
Samsung is allegedly on deck to build Google’s next Nexus smartphone. The company was hired to build Google’s latest Galaxy Nexus device, which was the first to hit the market running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, but it seemed apparent that Google might tap Motorola this time around since it’s currently in the process of
Another Galaxy S III Prototype Surfaces With Custom Control Button
I’m almost certain I’ve seen more prototypes and mockups for the Samsung Galaxy S III than I’ve ever seen for any other smartphone before. And with just over a week still to go before the device gets its unveiling in London, there’s plenty of time for more. This one comes from the Chinese forum Mobile1.
Google Begins Selling Galaxy Nexus For $399
Google on Tuesday announced that interested customers can purchase an unlocked Galaxy Nexus for $399 directly from the Google Play store. Once upon a time, Google sold phones through its own online store, but stopped selling the Nexus One in favor of allowing its carrier partners to push devices instead. Perhaps Google is testing to
Verizon Officially Axes Price of Galaxy Nexus to $199
As a leaked MAP document recently suggested, Verizon on Monday officially made its on-contract price of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus $100 cheaper. I hope none of our readers picked up the device yesterday. The Galaxy Nexus, which was the first Android 4.0 phone to market, now runs for $199.99 with a two-year contract. At that price-point,
Galaxy S III is Already Bestselling Smartphone on Amazon Germany
No one knows for certain yet what the Galaxy S III will bring to the market, and we’re unlikely to find out until Samsung’s press event in London on May 3. But that hasn’t stopped masses of people from purchasing it already. In fact, the device is already the bestselling handset on Germany’s Amazon.de. The
Samsung Launches Galaxy S III Teaser Site, Countdown Ends This Morning
If you weren’t already hopping with excitement for the Galaxy S III, then check out this new teaser page from Samsung that suggests something big is coming this morning. The site is located at www.tgeltaayehxnx.com — an anagram of “The Next Galaxy” — with a countdown that ends in just one hour. Of course, Samsung
Sprint Galaxy Nexus Pre-Orders Sell Out Ahead of April 22 Launch
If you hesitated to pre-order Sprint’s upcoming Galaxy Nexus, the opportunity has passed. According to the carrier’s Galaxy Nexus page, all “pre-order inventory has been spoken for.” And it only took three days after being announced. Sprint encourages folks to check back on April 22 when the handset officially launches nationally. As a quick refresher,
Sprint Stores Readying for Galaxy Nexus Launch
Sprint recently confirmed it will release the Galaxy Nexus on April 22nd. Our sources have told us that the actual phones have yet to arrive at retail locations and are expected to arrive on Saturday. However, as the Now Network gets closer to releasing one of its first 4G LTE devices, Sprint stores are starting to
Sprint Targeting Select Customers for Upgrade Discount of up to $100 [Exclusive]
As Sprint gets ready for its first wave of LTE devices, the Now Network will be doing its best to motivate customers to take the plunge and upgrade. A trusted source has shared some internal goodies with us, which outs an in-house promotion that will target select customers by flagging their accounts for an upgrade
Rumor: Sprint’s HTC EVO 4G LTE Launching on May 18
Customers anticipating the launch of the HTC EVO 4G LTE for Sprint may only have one more month to wait until the device hits. According to PhoneDog’s anonymous source, folks will want to circle Friday, May 18 as EVO 4G LTE launch day. The report acknowledges the date is merely a rumor, saying that Sprint
Amazon Wireless Selling Verizon Galaxy Nexus to New Customers for $49.99
If you’re an Android enthusiast looking to sign up with Verizon, then Amazon Wireless has got a sweet deal for you. The mega e-tailer is offering Google’s purebred Galaxy Nexus for the $49.99 to new customers with a new two-year contract and $150 for existing customers that are eligible for an upgrade. To put things
Sprint to Launch Galaxy Nexus April 22nd for $200; Pre-orders Begin Today
Sprint announced on Monday that it will begin to offer the Galaxy Nexus, one of its first 4G LTE smartphones, beginning on April 22nd for $199.99 with a new two-year contract. The Galaxy Nexus runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and is equipped with a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a 4.65-inch Super AMOLED HD display, a
Internal Data Suggests Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus Won’t Launch on April 22nd
The popular consensus is that Sprint will release the Galaxy Nexus on April 22nd; however, we’ve received information from a trusted tipster that would suggest otherwise. An internal screenshot (pictured above) states that Sprint’s training for the Galaxy Nexus ends on April 22nd, which makes it hard to believe that Sprint would release such an
Sprint’s 4G LTE Galaxy Nexus May Join LG Viper on April 22nd
Sprint announced Thursday morning that the LG Viper will be available on April 22nd, but now there’s further proof that it might not launch alone. According to a screenshot obtained by BGR, Sprint also has plans to launch the Galaxy Nexus on the 22nd. We’ve already heard this rumor before; a leaked document several weeks
Sprint Stores May Begin Marketing Galaxy Nexus on April 15th
We all know that the Samsung Galaxy Nexus is coming to Sprint, but there’s been much speculation of exactly when. Leading the pack of rumors is the date of April 22nd. In addition, some recent photos sent to Phandroid may have possibly cemented this suspected release date. An anonymous tipster shared what appears to be retail marketing posters
Sprint to Keep Current Unlimited Data Prices and Plans for 4G LTE Subscribers
As WiMAX becomes a distant vision in Sprint’s rear-view mirror, and the carrier accelerates towards its 4G LTE rollout, many customers have been scratching their heads wondering what the future pricing model will look like. Now we have an answer: Sprint’s existing unlimited Everything Data plan will be available to LTE customers at the same price
LTE-Equipped LG Fury Gets Outed in Leaked Sprint Documents
In addition to launching its own variant of the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Nexus, it sounds as though Sprint has plans to bring another LTE-equipped device to market, dubbed the LG Fury. In coursework acquired by Engadget, Sprint employees are given explicit instructions on how to enable LTE on the as-of-yet unannounced LG device. No
Samsung Galaxy S III Could Feature 4.65-Inch Super AMOLED Plus Display
So Samsung wasn’t lying when it said it wouldn’t unveil its long-awaited Galaxy S III in March; we’re now a week into April and we’re still waiting for the device. But according to Samsung China’s president, it will arrive this month. And when it does, it could be sporting a stunning 4.65-inch Super AMOLED Plus






























