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Google announces Nexus S 4G
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March 21, 2011
By: soyacincau
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Google has announced another new official Android device, the Nexus S 4G. This comes after the original Nexus S device and it also runs on the latest Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS. Just like the Nexus S, the Nexus S 4G is co-developed with Samsung and it also features the same 4″ Contour Display with Super AMOLED. The device currently is available via Sprint which allows it to take full advantage of its 4G WiMAX network. Before you get someone in the US to buy one for you, do realise that this Nexus S 4G runs on CDMA/EV-DO network instead of GSM network.
At the same time, Google has also announced that existing Sprint customers will be able to utilise Google Voice while keeping their same number. For those who didn’t know, Google Voice lets you stay connected on multiple platforms with just 1 number. You can read up more about this in our previous post here.This sounds similar to Yes‘s voice service where all your devices can share the same ID. Watch the demo video after the break to get a clearer picture.
Nexus S 4G will be made available for online order this coming spring and shall make their way to Sprint retailers and Best Buy stores in the US.
Kyocera Echo. The world’s first dual-touchscreen Android phone
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February 8, 2011
By: ccsoya
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Having two screens on a mobile phone would be better than having one right? Maybe, and that’s the logic behind this latest Android phone to hit the market. The Kyocera Echo’s claim to fame is its unique dual-touchscreen setup consisting of two 3.5 inch 480×800 screens on two separate halves linked together with a proprietary hinge that’s made out of titanium which is developed in-house by Kyocera.
Hardware wise, the Echo packs a second generation 1GHz Snapdragon processor (QSD 8650) running Froyo (Android 2.2). There’s 1GB of on-board storage and an 8GB micro SD card included in the box (the micro SD card slot support cards up to 32GB).
If you’re wondering why the Echo is running a slightly dated Android OS it’s because Kyocera says that the dual screen interface required extensive customisation to the seven core native apps which includes the messaging, browser and email apps so that the user can utilise both screens when using these applications.
Sprint compares 4G WiMAX phones – EVO 4G and Epic 4G
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August 12, 2010
By: soyacincau
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Sprint released a video podcast to compare the features of the HTC EVO 4G and the Samsung Epic 4G, the only 2 4G WiMAX enabled android phones at the moment.
First on the comparison is the screen which Epic 4G offers the Super AMOLED screen used on the Galaxy S. Also compared is Epic’s slider QWERTY keyboard and its DLNA capabilities that allows you to stream multimedia content wirelessly to a DLNA supported TV. Meanwhile the EVO uses a HDMI cable for sharing onto the big screen. Don’t expect detailed video comparison as it is merely compares on sales brochure details.
The Sprint Samsung Epic 4G will go on pre-sale tomorrow, 13th August at $249.99 with a 2 year contract and $100 rebate and will be officially made available on 31st August.
Watch the video after the jump
Sprint Epic 4G Promo Video
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July 2, 2010
By: soyacincau
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Sprint has just released a promo video for Samsung Galaxy S‘s WiMAX enabled sibling, the Epic 4G. The video pretty sums up the specs and features of the Epic 4G in slightly over 2 minutes.
Watch the video after the jump.
Samsung Epic 4G Slider WiMAX smartphone
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June 30, 2010
By: soyacincau
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Right after the introduction of Samsung Galaxy S, Samsung has been working overtime by introducing a total of 5 variants of the Android device! One of the notable ones is the Epic 4G which will be offered by Sprint. This also comes with 4G WiMAX capabilities just like the HTC EVO 4G.
Latest episode of 24: WiMAX saves the day
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May 17, 2010
By: ccsoya
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Not sure if you guys had a chance to catch one of the latest episode of 24 (season 8 episode 21). If you haven’t, it’s now available over the net, if you know where to look for it.
What’s interesting about this episode is how WiMAX saved the day. If it weren’t for Sprint’s 3G/4G Overdrive providing a more secure alternative connection over the military grade ECHELON network.
Eat your heart out LTE!
Sprint’s HTC EVO 4G WiMAX speed test video
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May 13, 2010
By: soyacincau
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The main purpose of having a 4G Mobile device is all about high speed internet on the go. Engadget has some videos testing out the Sprint’s HTC EVO 4G‘s WiMAX capabilities and they managed to get impressive speedtest results of 4Mbps downlink and 1Mbps uplink.
Of course this may not represent actual situation as the test was conducted at Sprint’s own office, but it shows its true potential in optimum environment. We envy the results and if only we can get such speeds with our local WiMAX players.
Speed test videos of the HTC EVO 4G WiMAX after the jump.
Sprint offer WiMAX enabled HTC EVO 4G for $199
Posted:
May 13, 2010
By: soyacincau
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Sprint has announced that they will be releasing the anticipated HTC EVO 4G on June 4th. The device is going for US$199 for new contracts which originally priced at US$450 before discount.
The contract also includes a mandatory $10/month data subscription which is meant for 4G WiMAX for broadband use. Now Sprint also officially supports simultaneous talking & 4G WiMAX usage without any interference or disconnection. Now if only our local WiMAX players would do introduce this phone in Malaysia.
Now it seems that more telcos are showing some Android Loving in the US and also here in Malaysia. With more manufacturers offering Android models, Android will definitely gain more ground in the smart phone segment this year.
If you’re wondering how does it stack up against Nexus One, Droid Incredible and the upcoming iPhone HD/4G, check out the theoretical comparison here.
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