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OCEntertainment: Screw it, I'm still optimistic. Maybe I simply give Android and Google too much credit because I want to see them succeed, but honestly, this is a goo... more »
mruler360: Does anyone have a solid spec-sheet yet? more »
coodgenducta: The Internet Archive Wayback Machine seems to think that Google had a page up at google.com/phone on April 28, 2008. [web.archive.org] Do you think th... more »
collectiveego: 530$ no contract/unlocked? That's pretty good actually considering a 3GS is 599$ or 699$ And considering this phone is a beast..this one might shift ... more »
JayOregon: Don't know why people are complaining about the unlocked price. Its on par with most other popular smartphones.... more »
Vicarious-Chair: 80 bucks a month? Screw that. more »
Googlo: more »
Usman Ansari: For all you guys whining about the $530 price, you should have figured out by now that this phone is really geared toward T-mobile service! They're t... more »
dragon:ONE: If anyone notices the Terms of Sale Engadget has posted for the device, there's a slight mathematical error: You agree to pay Google an equipment s... more »
stathiz: If it will cost 530$ how do you think it compares with the nokia n900 at 560$ ?Do you think it will make nokia lower the price for the n900? more »
Kirkaiya: A lot of people seem to be put off by the seemingly high price of the unlocked, contract-free phone. But doesn't everyone realize that you're paying ... more »
Kevin Buck: this is completely ridiculous. if google is serious in this pricing, i say we all boycott google and show them who really has the power. we make them ... more »
Jamo: Any ire raised because Google isn't selling an unlocked phone at the ridiculous price of $200 is unfounded. Expecting a new phone of this caliber to b... more »
jellotime91: They should've sold it unlocked for $250. God knows they could afford it!! Phones shouldn't cost so damn much, it costs about $180 to make the best mo... more »
dragon:ONE: GodDAMNIT. I was hoping the "$200 unlocked, $100 rebate" rumors were true. Screw them, I'll stick with my outdated Windows Mobile handset. more »
gmillena: WoW Google what a downer! I've been REALLY selling you guys to my co-workers, on facebook but your no different from Apple. I'm ashamed to even have... more »
keyvanraoufi: I don't think this is real. It's not like Google to place their logo in the footer. more »
tande04: Weak. I was holding out hope for the real game changer many were expecting. "Just another t-mobile android phone" doesn't really excite me as much. more »
arod3388: Google not only decides to avoid conflict with Telecoms but shoots themselves in the foot. 530 ?? lol Not a chance. Forcing people to switch plans , ... more »
Andrew Palozzo: Woah! Anyone notice the mention of 'backup data' on the docking station... Is google releasing some PC software sync with this phone too?!!??? more »

#rumor

Leaked Nexus One Documents: $530 Unlocked, $180 With T-Mobile
A tipster just sent in these Nexus One screenshots that supposedly confirms two things: that Google will sell it unlocked and unsubsidized for $530, and that Google will sell it by themselves. Plus, some other very interesting details. More »
#nexusone

Google Nexus One Sold Directly and Only by Google, Officially Supported By T-Mobile
It looks like Google won't be entirely shaking up any wireless industries at the present time, but it will be pushing forward with its own "flagship" device by selling it directly to consumers. More »
#nexusone

Google Nexus One Hands On
Thanks to a clandestine meeting with a source, I got a chance to play with and try out the Nexus One. It's basically, from my time with it, Google's Droid killer. It's thin, it's fast, it's better in every way. More »
#3gtest2009

Our 2009 12-City 3G Data Mega Test: AT&T Won
Given carrier reputation and our own iPhone call drops, we were pretty surprised to discover, through careful testing in 12 markets, that AT&T's has pretty consistently the fastest 3G network nationwide, followed closely—in downloads at least—by Verizon Wireless. More »
#rant

How Carriers and Phone Makers Are Strangling Android (And How Google Could Save It)
The Google Phone could be a ploy to upset the wireless industry, or it could be an expensive niche device. Either way, it'd be a bid to take Android back from the companies that seem hell-bent on destroying it. More »
#unconfirmed

T-Mobile's Pushing the Nexus One Google Phone Because Verizon Said No
Google might be selling the Nexus One Google Phone (whatever) unlocked, so you can pick your carrier via menu, but T-Mobile is also gonna push it after Verizon said no, according to Peter Kafka. Guess Verizon felt burned? [MediaMemo]
#androidapps

The 30 Essential Android Apps
In a year, Android's gone from shaky upstart to mobile juggernaut. And nowhere is that more apparent than the apps—the Marketplace is positively bursting, with over 14,000 apps. Here are the ones you need, the essentials. More »
#schadenfreude

AT&T Comes in Last in Consumer Reports Study That Surprises No One
Here's some news anyone with an iPhone could have told you: AT&T delivers crappy service that its customers hate. But this news comes from a reputable source, Consumer Reports, instead of the usual whiny friends. More »
#smartphones

The Best Smartphones on Every Carrier
For the first time ever, every major carrier in the US actually has smartphones worth buying, meaning you don't have to break up to get a good phone. Here's the best phones on each one, along with the best deals. More »
#cellphones

Why U.S. Wireless Pricing Sucks
The New York Times ran a story today that helps explain why the American cellular industry is so screwy. In short: It's our fault. More »
#blackberry

BlackBerry Bold 9700 Impressions: Small and Chirpy, Like a Black Hummingbird
The BlackBerry Bold 9700 in a word? Compact. It's efficient, almost cramped, like a Japanese car from the 80s. More »
#rumors

T-Mobile's Super Speedy 7.2Mbps 3G Rollout Has Begun
Some good news follows T-Mobile's recent outages: reports are coming in that some customers are experiencing download speeds above 2Mbps, meaning that the HSPA 7.2Mbps rollout may have begun. Is anyone here seeing increases in download speed? More »
#tmobile

T-Mobile Blames Nationwide Service Outage On Software Error
Yesterday's nationwide T-mobile service outage may have been due to a system software error according to a statement from a T-Mobile spokesperson: More »
#tmobile

T-Mobile Says Voice and Messaging Service Is Restored
Yep, you should be all good—if you're not, let us know ASAP. Check out the full story including the carrier's most recent statement here.
#tmobile

T-Mobile Confirms Nationwide Service Outage
There's a confirmed T-Mobile service outage affecting users nationwide. People are reporting that all calls are failing with busy tones or getting dropped instantly, despite full signal bars. Updated: T-Mobile says that voice and messaging service is restored. More »
#iphone

Dutch Hacker Holds Jailbroken iPhones Hostage For €5 Ransom While Exposing Security Vulnerability
Many of us have jailbroken our iPhones, but did everyone remember to change the default root password? Those guilty of that oversight are vulnerable to the simple intrusion method this guy used to hold iPhones hostage in the Netherlands. More »
#tmobile

T-Mobile UK Gets the HTC Touch HD2 November 9, Now What About the U.S?
Current rumors suggest the HD2 won't hit the States until early next-year, probably on T-Mobile. But now that T-Mo UK has locked-in November 9, will the uber WinMo 6.5 handset arrive sooner? Update: HD2 launch event in Taipei this week... More »
#cellphones

Sony Ericsson Equinox 3G Clamshell Phone: Exclusive to T-Mobile on October 28
The Equinox (aka T707) may be a mid-range quad-band dumbphone...but it's pretty. It's got trippy light effects for incoming calls, GPS, 3.2-megapixel camera, FM radio, and Bluetooth. A motion sensor also controls certain functions. $50 (with 2-year contract). [T-Mobile] More »
#tmobile

T-Mobile Project Dark Pricing Plans Go Live Today
According to documents procured by the folks at Fone Frenzy, T-Mobile's incredibly appealing Project Dark pricing plans begin today. Long story short, those leaked plans we brought you earlier this week are completely, totally true. Also, Catherine Zeta-Jones: Updated. More »
#nokia

Waiting for a Nokia N900? Keep Waiting
Apparently the handset has been delayed until November. The good news, as BGR points out, is that the n900 supports T-Mobile 3G. So assuming Project Black means cheap plans, the timing could actually work out well for prospective buyers. [BGR]
#rumor

Leaked Details on T-Mobile Project Dark
I like the idea of an $80 all-you-can eat pre-paid plan, with the possibility of buying a new smartphone—like the Motorola Cliq—in four easy payments. That seems to be one of the plans of T-Mobile's Project Dark. More »
#sidekick

Hurray, Sidekick Owners, You Can Get Your Contacts Back Now
In today's edition of the "steady progress" being made in recovering the data lost in the Great Sidekick Out(r)age of 2009, contacts—and just contacts—are back, after you run a retrieval tool. The rest's coming! Eventually? [Yahoo]
#tmobile

Microsoft "Making Steady Progress" On Sidekick Data Recovery
Last week it seemed the Danger/Microsoft team was on the verge of sorting out the fiasco that saw widespread data loss for Sidekick customers. Unfortunately, completing this process is taking longer than expected: More »
#rumor

T-Mobile Project Dark Rumor Update: Financed Phones, Tiered Unlimited Plans
We've heard plenty about Project Dark lately, including new unlimited plans, 21Mbps HSPA, and new handsets. The newest rumors, courtesy of Boy Genius Report, are whispers of Rent-A-Center style, contract-free unsubsidized phone purchasing and tiered unlimited plans. Updated. More »
#tmobile

"Most, if Not All" Sidekick Data Recovered
Good news: It looks like Sidekick data fiasco is finally coming to an end. Over on T-Mobile's Sidekick forums, an official Microsoft statement confirms "most, if not all, customer data" will return "as soon as possible", starting with personal contacts. More »
#cellphones

Rumor: T-Mobile Project Black Isn't a Phone — It's a Rescue Plan
This unconfirmed memo from Nexus404 says what Project Black isn't: A phone. It also claims Black is a turnaround plan with "blazing speeds" "3x" the competition and phones from hot makers ("Nokia #1 and Samsung #2"). WTF. More »
#tmobile

Rumor: HTC HD2 Arriving on T-Mobile in the U.S?
HTC's HD2 is probably the most interesting WinMo 6.5 phone out there, but won't hit the U.S until early next year. Now a leaked image may indicate that the 4.3-inch multi-touch screen handset could arrive on T-Mobile. Take a look: More »
#blockquote

The Cause of the Great Sidekick Fiasco? “All Signs Point to Sabotage”
This past week's Sidekick data disaster was so extraordinary, you would think that either T-mobile or Microsoft would issue an explanation. There's one insider who might have the reason why one hasn't come yet: it was an inside job. More »
#tmobile

Sidekick Data Fiasco: Some Users' Contacts Returned
I wouldn't get too excited yet, but this could be promising news. A few users over at the T-Mobile forums have reported that their lost address book contacts have come back. Here's what they had to say: More »
#tmobile

The Great Sidekick Data Outage of 2009: T-Mobile Offers $100 in Apology Money
T-Mobile sent out an update regarding the first great tragedy of the 21st century (involving Sidekicks): They're still holding out hope for data recovery, but if they can't, they'll show how sorry they are with a $100 credit. More »
#sidekick

Microsoft's Project Pink Probably Killed Off the Sidekick and Itself
The crazy Sidekick data mess might be the least troubling thing to happen to fans of the platform. The latest rumors, which build off of previous Pink rumors, say that the platform is pretty much dead. Dead, dead, dead, dead. More »
#rumor

T-Mobile Lets Furious Sidekick Users Ditch Their Contracts for Free
T-Mobile's initial apologia to Sidekick users grieving their lost data was a joke. A month of free data service? To access what? Now they've manned up, giving affected customers something they might actually want: A way out of their contracts. More »
#outages

T-Mobile Sidekick Out(r)age: Your Data's Probably Gone Forever
T-Mobile Sidekick users have been holding out hope that their data might be recovered after T-Mo issued an optimistic message of hope. But the carrier just updated users and admitted the truth: Your shit's gone. Sorry, guys. More »
#rumor

T-Mobile Project Dark: A Hyperfast 21Mbps 3G Rollout? (Update: It's Much More)
Boy Genius hears T-Mobile's Project Dark (aka Black) contains two things: a bunch of phones launch, like the Cliq and BlackBerry 9700, and more importantly, a "very, very rapid expansion" of T-Mobile 3G network—the 21Mbps HSPA one. Update: More »
#rumors

Expectations of T-Mobile's Mysterious "Project Black" Are Sky-High
Rumors surrounding T-Mobile's very mysterious "Project Black" have been swirling around, and those in the know are claiming it's going to blast T-Mo out of fourth place in the carrier wars. What do we know about Project Black? More »
#tmobile

Something Not Quite Right About Limited Edition Fender MyTouch 3G
I am as much a fan of the silky Strat as the next person raised on classic rock—especially Mark Knopfler's modified one—but this Fender finish on the MyTouch 3G Android phone doesn't seem very rock 'n' roll. More »
#fcc

You Always Wanted a Cell Tower in Your Backyard, Right?
While disappointing carriers by reiterating the FCC is all about net neutrality, chairman Julius Genachowski also offered them some consolation: To get more 4G goodness in the air, the FCC's going to a "shot clock" style rollout for cell towers. More »
#cellphones

Samsung Behold II Hits T-Mobile, Pairs Android with TouchWiz Interface
Wow, another T-Mobile Android phone (Sprint's HTC Hero is the only Android-handset on another carrier). The Behold II has a 3.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, 5-megapixel camera, and TouchWiz UI (now with 3D cube menu for quick access to multimedia). More »
#sidekick

The Great T-Mobile Sidekick Data Outage of 2009 Could End Monday, Maybe
Apparently, every T-Mobile Sidekick user from sea to shining sea has been without data access on their mobiles this weekend. Unfortunately, word on the wire is access should have returned yesterday (but it didn't). More »
#blackberry

Elusive BlackBerry 9700 (Onyx) Spotted Posing On Hardwood
The 3G capable BlackBerry 9700, rumored to have a completely unconfirmed November 11 launch date on T-Mobile, was recently spotted lounging around on some bloke's floor. More »

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