A few operators have taken their first tentative steps into LTE-Advanced, but the technology hasn’t yet taken root. The reason? All of the technical and political pieces aren’t yet in place,… Read more »
The HTC One will be the first U.S. smartphone to connect to two separate LTE networks simultaneously, resulting in big boosts in speed. The first carrier we’ll see use that technology… Read more »
MVNO FreedomPop has decide to take a crack at its own unlimited voice-and-text plan with a new $4.58-per-month all-you-can-eat option, which also includes 500 MB of free 3G and 4G data. Read more »
If a tiny virtual carrier like Ting can get access to such a high profile device at the same time as Verizon, AT&T or Sprint, then it’s likely many more small… Read more »
AT&T estimates that it will close the quarter with half a million new contract customers. The big improvement on last quarter is probably due to new promotions and some key smartphone… Read more »
Mobile network operators are increasingly complaining about the high cost of subsidizing the iPhone and other smartphones to make them cheaper for consumers. But those subsidies give operators tremendous control over… Read more »
HTC today announced that it has acquired cloud services startup Dashwire for $18.5 million. The pick-up underscores the growing importance of the personal cloud in mobile, where countless businesses are looking… Read more »
But while Android’s momentum is undeniable, it is increasingly hindered by the growing threat of malware and the very real problem of fragmentation. Google is moving aggressively to address both challenges,… Read more »
The superphone era is providing a golden opportunity for handset manufacturers to build their brands and differentiate themselves from the competition. But ODMs (original device manufacturers) must walk a fine line… Read more »