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Samsung Galaxy S III review
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Features, Google, Handhelds, Product Reviews,
The Samsung Galaxy S III is more than just another Android device launch. Arguably, this is the first phone of 2012 that has the right mix of hardware and software that make it a worthy upgrade from any other device. For Samsung, it's the new company flagship device for the year, much more so than the Samsung Galaxy Nexus (which is a fantastic phone in its own right.)
This is the device that Samsung has always wanted to make. Based on the latest publicly-available version of Android, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (yeah, we know 4.1 Jelly Bean is right around the corner,) Samsung has built its own custom Android apps to run on the device to bring exlusive features to its handset. We're talking about S Voice, S Beam, S Memo, Direct Call, Smart Stay, and more. Purchasers in the US and Canada even get 50 GB of Dropbox storage for free (Verizon and AT&T buyers not included, sadly.)
That's a lot to take in, and ultimately the question is, does the Galaxy S III live up to the hype? Join us in our full Samsung Galaxy S III review as we answer that very question.
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Samsung Galaxy S III unboxing gallery
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Cell Phones, Features, Galleries,
The Verizon verison of the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone goes on sale on July 10th, but we were able to snag our unit a few days early. We're actively working on a full Samsung Galaxy S III review, and as normal, we're kicking things off with a bunch of photos. Go ahead and check out our Samsung Galaxy S III unboxing gallery to get a look at both the LTE smartphone, as well as everything else included in the box, and stay tuned for the review early next week.
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Samsung Galaxy S III on sale at Verizon on July 10th
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Google, Handhelds,
While other carriers have released on-sale dates for the Samsung Galaxy S III, Verizon hasn't given any specifics until now. Those waiting for the Galaxy S III to hit big red can now mark the calendar for July 10th, just a week from today. One nice thing about the smartphone on Verizon's network is that it supports its 4G LTE network, so you get all that speedy goodness for the same $199.99 that you'd pay on competing carriers.
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Droid RAZR and RAZR MAXX Ice Cream Sandwich update roll-out starts now!
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Google, Handhelds, Software,
Motorola said a while ago that the Droid RAZR and RAZR MAXX would get an Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade by the end of the second quarter. Well, it came down to the wire, but starting today RAZR owners will start receiving the Android 4.0.4 update. In addition to the new ICS feature set, the upgrade will also enable the Droid RAZR and RAZR MAXX with Global Ready mode, making the Verizon's first 4G LTE devices with that distinction. Go ahead and check for an update.
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Google Android 4.1 Jellybean to launch on Galaxy Nexus HSPA+
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Google, Software,
Looks like Google may have let the cat out of the bag on Android 4.1 a little early. We're guessing that Jellybean, the next version of Android, is set to be fully previewed at Google I/O next week, alongside the next Nexus device, the Google Nexus HSPA+. According to the Google Play store, the Nexus HSPA+ will be the first device graced with Android 4.1 Jellybean. Now, we wait.
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Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S III on all carriers now
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Handhelds,
Hey, are you looking to pick up the new Samsung Galaxy S III on day one here in the USA? If so, pre-ordering is your best bet, and all four major carriers now have their Galaxy S III pages live and ready to accept your cash, and US Cellular will do the same on June 12th. Here are the links:
AT&T: Available on June 18th
Sprint: Available on June 21st
T-Mobile: Available on June 21st
Verizon: Available by July 9th
US Cellular: Pre-orders begin on June 12th
AT&T Samsung Galaxy S III pre-orders start June 6, exclusive red color
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Google, Handhelds,
AT&T has announced that it's going to begin pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S III on June 6th (the same day that Verizon Galaxy S III pre-orders begin.) Items of note here: first, AT&T will only be selling the 16 GB model, which costs $200. They will not be selling the more spacious 32 GB version. However, they'll also be offering an additional color that isn't available on the other US carriers--red. That makes the three color choices red, white, and blue on AT&T. It's the season of patriotism, so, why not?
Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE launches on June 2nd
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Handhelds,
The HTC phones that were being held in customs have been released, which means that the HTC EVO 4G LTE is on its way to stores. If you pre-ordered the device, you likely have it in your hands by now. For the rest of us, we can expect to find the device at our local Sprint outlets on June 2nd. Just remember, Sprint's LTE network is non-existant, but should start its rollout shortly. Anyone planning to pick this one up?
Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE now available for pre-order
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Handhelds,
Sprint is readying for the release of the HTC EVO 4G LTE, and today it moves a step closer to release. Starting today, you can pre-order yourself an EVO 4G LTE for $199.99 (or you can get it for $149.99 from Wirefly) with two-year contract. If you're not eligible for an upgrade, the cost shoots up to $549. Unfortunately, Sprint's LTE network has yet to go live, so the phone will likely be a 3G affair at launch. Disappointing, but, hey, when LTE is lit up on the Now Network, the phone will be ready on day one. Wirefly says the Ice Cream Sandwich device should ship on May 18th.
Sprint set to release Samsung Galaxy Nexus on April 22
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Google, Handhelds,
Sprint customers have been patiently waiting for the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus since it was announced a few months ago at CES. Well, we're happy to report that the wait is almost over. The Sprint version of the Galaxy Nexus is now available for pre-order for $199, and will ship next week on April 22nd. Buyers will also score a total of $50 in Google Wallet credit as well ($10 off the bat, and another $40 three weeks later) which is nice.
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