We’ll Be Live at the Google Music Store Event in LA at 5pm Eastern – What to Expect & What We Want to See

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

Today’s the big day for Google’s event in Los Angeles and we expect them to announce none other than the long-awaited Google Music service the way Google envisioned it back at I/O in 2010. A year and a half later and their iTunes and Amazon MP3 competitor is just about ready for eager eyes to see.

Forward to 33:00 for Google’s vision 

Our own Chris Chavez will be riding over to LA for the event and we’ll be bringing you great coverage of the announcement including any hands-on time we may be able to get. Circle back around with us at 5pm to make sure you’re tuned in to the latest that comes out of the event. You can also watch their presentation live at YouTube.com/android at that time.

What to expect?

So just what do we think we’ll see at this event? Luckily for us, a lot of the guess work has been taken out of it. Google gave us a glimpse of what they wanted to do back in 2010 at Vic Gundotra’s Day 2 Keynote at Google I/O.

An iTunes Alernative

Forward ahead to exactly 33:00 in the video above. It would be accurate to describe it as Google’s version of iTunes for Android, though we absolutely hate making the comparison. We will anyway since it is top dog in the world of music downloading.

Users will be able to download music from many of Google’s recording partners and at affordable prices, we’d imagine. It would be a completely new venture for Google but one that I think could work well. It’s not like Google TV where content is driven by ads. It’s a lot easier to get a music service going with great content than it is a video service and we think Google will be able to achieve a lot over time.

Much like how downloads work in the Android market now, users will be able to purchase music on their PCs using the Android market and the music will proceed to download straight to their device. We also expect you to be able to purchase and discover new music through the Android market on phones and tablets.

 Free Content and Great Publicity

Earlier screenshots also leaked plans for Google to provide a free song of the day, much like Amazon does with Android applications. The quality of these free songs remain to be seen, but when it’s free you can’t really complain. It’s also a great way for artists and labels for visibility. If someone downloads the free song of the day and end up liking it, they’ll be more enticed to go out and search for more of that artists’ music.

Beyond that, it’s hard to imagine what Google will do which is why we’re going to talk about things we want to see. We have a few good ideas that we hope Google has already thought up to make the service even better.

Things we want to see

As much as we trust Google has put a ton of effort into Google Music, we hope it’s more than even they probably imagined. Here are just a few things we’d like to see announced at tonight’s event, or at the very least we’d want to see these updates sometime down the line.

Google Music Integration

Google already has a cloud streaming service that allows users to upload their music acquired from elsewhere and listen to it over 3G, 4G or WiFi. What we’d want to see is the ability to purchase music and have it automatically added to your cloud library in Google Music. Some say there could be a bit of a problem there logistically and legally, but who knows? If users are going to download then upload songs to the cloud anyway, why not?

A subscription-based streaming radio service

It wouldn’t be enough for me to be able to stream my music. I’d love to be able to listen to music I don’t have on my phone but that I wouldn’t necessarily buy. I’d pay a small fee each month for the privilege, but wouldn’t it be great if Google went the true Google route and offered it free? Perhaps an ad-supported model would work. Sure, there’s Pandora and other services but there’s nothing like getting stuff straight from Google sometimes.

The ability to re-download music you buy for free

I know this sounds like a no-brainer but you’d be surprised how many music downloading services force you to re-buy music if you need to. A lot can happen that causes one to lose their music collection and I think it’s really lame when certain services (coughamazonitunescough) force you to buy songs you’ve already bought. I’d like to think that if there’s any company that could change this trend, it’s Google. It’s as good a time as any for them to proudly demonstrate their “don’t be evil” mantra, though I understand this may also be a licensing issue with record companies.

More than just music

As great as music is alone I’d want a lot more than that. Call me greedy, but being given the ability to download comedy shows in audio format and being able to listen to podcasts all round out the iTunes experience quite nicely. Again, I hate to make that comparison but iTunes is the king to beat at the moment and they have it figured out in a lot of areas. Audio-only comedy shows could work just the same as music does. Podcasts would likely require additional work for episodic and automatic downloading of new episodes as well as giving users a way to actually publish their shows to the service, but I think the added effort would go a long way.

What About You?

So what do you all hope to see out of today’s music-centric festivities? We always love to hear your opinions so give us a shout in the comments section below and remember to whip back around these parts at 5pm eastern time for our event coverage.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Accessories Page Up on Verizon Site, Hardly Anything to See

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

We know, we know – you all (Verizon users) want the Galaxy Nexus and you want it now. Well, we don’t quite have a solid timeline for that yet. Something else may pique your interest for a quick second, though.

One of our members at AndroidForums.com has been checking Verizon’s site day in and day out for new information on the device. Today they came up with the device’s accessories page where you’d be able to find goods like headsets, docks, chargers, batteries and the like.

Well, there’s not much there right now except the universal portable power pack. Sweet! But the fact that the page exists hopefully means Verizon is getting close to finalizing their marketing and launch plans for the device. Still, it’s impossible to tell just how far down the line we are from this phone being in our hands. [via AndroidForums.com]

T-Mobile Launching HSPA+ 42 Mbps in 9 New Markets Today

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

More 4G news is here, but this time it’s for Magenta’s customers. T-Mobile will be launching HSPA+ 42 Mbps in 9 new markets today, including Bend, Medford and Corvallis, Ore.; Benton Harbor, Mich.; Bloomington, Champaign-Urbana and Springfield, Ill.; Columbus, Ga.; Hagerstown, Md.; Montgomery, Ala; and Yuba City, Calif.

Some of these markets are also getting HSPA+ 21 Mbps, including Corvallis, Ore.; Decatur and Peoria, Ill.; Evansville, Ind.; Holland and Kalamazoo, Mich.; Santa Barbara, Calif; State College, Pa.; and Yuba City, Calif.

Their network is still relatively small compared to others’, but at least they’re working and that’s the most we can ask for. Grab your HSPA+ phones and see if you can’t pull down faster data in the markets listed above. Read on for full press details.

America’s Largest 4G Network Expands to Cover More Locations

 

T-Mobile’s 4G network is now twice as fast in 163 markets and

available in 208 markets nationwide

 

BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Nov. 16, 2011 -- T-Mobile USA, Inc. today announced the company has doubled the speed of its 4G network in 11 additional markets, offering faster 4G (HSPA+ 42) to nearly 180 million Americans in 163 markets. In addition, T-Mobile expanded the reach of its nationwide 4G (HSPA+ 21) network to 9 additional markets, now covering 208 markets across the country and reaching more than 200 million people.

 

T-Mobile continues to expand and enhance its 4G network, providing customers with a rich mobile data experience whether they’re at home or on the go. Offering compelling 4G network speeds across a broad lineup of devices including smartphones, tablets, mobile hotspots and more, America’s Largest 4G Network... makes it possible for customers to stay connected in new and exciting ways virtually anywhere their busy lives take them.

 

"Our customers are taking full advantage of these faster 4G connections through services such as streaming video and audio. In fact, these services now account for more than half of the 4G device usage on our network," said Neville Ray, chief technology officer, T-Mobile USA.
"T-Mobile is committed to delivering a fast, reliable network experience to our customers ? paired with compelling and affordable 4G devices, applications and services ? that can keep up with and enrich the busy lives of our customers."

 

T-Mobile’s portfolio of more than 25 4G devices gives customers access to the content they need and desire almost instantly, whether downloading large files or streaming the latest episode of their favorite TV shows. In addition to a full portfolio of 4G devices, the company recently introduced its first smartphones capable of taking advantage of T-Mobile’s faster 4G (HSPA+ 42) network ? the Samsung Galaxy STM II and HTC AmazeTM 4G. With the introduction of these two smartphones, customers can now access rich Web content on their smartphones at speeds faster than the average home Internet connection, with average download speeds approaching 8 Mbps and peak speeds around 20 Mbps on T-Mobile’s 4G network. The company also recently introduced the T-Mobile Sonic™ 4G Mobile HotSpot, T-Mobile’s fastest mobile hotspot, providing access to T-Mobile’s 4G (HSPA+ 42) network for up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices including iPad...s*, tablets, music players, gaming consoles, laptops, cameras and e-readers, among other devices, all from virtually anywhere.

 

T-Mobile 4G markets where HPSA+ 42 service is launching today:

Bend, Medford and Corvallis, Ore.; Benton Harbor, Mich.; Bloomington, Champaign-Urbana and Springfield, Ill.; Columbus, Ga.; Hagerstown, Md.; Montgomery, Ala; Yuba City, Calif.

 

T-Mobile 4G markets where HSPA+ 21 service is launching today:

Corvallis, Ore.; Decatur and Peoria, Ill.; Evansville, Ind.; Holland and Kalamazoo, Mich.; Santa Barbara, Calif; State College, Pa.; Yuba City, Calif.

Verizon Lighting Up 14 New Markets With 4G LTE Tomorrow, Expanding 4 Others

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

Verizon’s lightning fast 4G LTE network is spreading faster than ever a they have yet another rollout set for Thursday, November 17th.We’re getting 14 new markets along with 4 existing markets getting expansion. Take a look below:

Little Rock, Ark.; Savannah, Ga.; Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Iowa; Lexington, Ky.; Starkville, Miss.; Kansas City and Springfield/Branson, Mo.; Lincoln, Neb.; Orange County, N.Y.; Greater Providence, R.I.; Rapid City, S.D.; Roanoke, Va.; and Appleton/Oshkosh, Wis.

Major 4G LTE expansions on Nov. 17 are:  Louisville, Ky.; Grand Rapids, Mich.; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.; and Pittsburgh, Pa.

They want to get this network to everyone in their 3G coverage area by 2013′s end and the way they’re rolling we’re sure they will exceed expectations. Get your SIM cards ready, folks.

[Update]: Press release right ahead.

THE NATION’S LARGEST 4G LTE NETWORK COMES TO 14 NEW MARKETS AND EXPANDS IN FOUR MARKETS ON NOV. 17

 

BASKING RIDGE, N.J. - Verizon Wireless, named the nation’s "Fastest 4G Network Yet" by Popular Science’s 2011 Best of What’s New Awards, and No. 1 on PC World’s 100 Best Products of 2011, is turning on its 4G LTE network in 14 new markets and expanding in four markets on Nov. 17, bringing its blazingly fast speeds to 179 markets across the United States.  Consumers and businesses in these areas can choose from 16 4G LTE-enabled devices, including the new HTC Rezound™ and DROID RAZR™ by Motorola, to connect to the fastest and most reliable 4G network in the country.

 

On Thursday, Nov. 17, the company will turn on its 4G LTE network in Little Rock, Ark.; Savannah, Ga.; Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Iowa; Lexington, Ky.; Starkville, Miss.; Kansas City and Springfield/Branson, Mo.; Lincoln, Neb.; Orange County, N.Y.; Greater Providence, R.I.; Rapid City, S.D.; Roanoke, Va.; and Appleton/Oshkosh, Wis.  The company is also making major 4G LTE expansions on Nov. 17 in Louisville, Ky.; Grand Rapids, Mich.; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.; and Pittsburgh, Pa.

"In less than a year we have introduced our 4G LTE network to 179 markets across the country, covering more than 186 million Americans,"said David Small, chief technical officer of Verizon Wireless.  "We are honored to receive recognition from Popular Science and PC World, acknowledging our technology leadership within the wireless industry.  The awards validate our strategy of building and selling services powered by our vast 4G LTE network over the last year, when others in the industry are still formulating their plans."

 

4G LTE Speed and Coverage

 

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, 4G LTE users should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.  When customers travel outside of a 4G LTE coverage area, devices automatically connect to Verizon Wireless’ 3G network, enabling customers to stay connected from coast to coast.  Verizon Wireless’ 3G network is the most reliable network in the country and allows customers in 3G coverage areas who purchase 4G LTE devices today to take advantage of 4G LTE speeds when the faster network becomes available in their area.

Reliability: In and Beyond Major Cities

 

As the largest 4G LTE network in the country and the first wireless company in the world to broadly deploy 4G LTE technology, Verizon Wireless is building its 4G LTE network with the same performance and reliability for which it has long been recognized.  The company’sconsistent focus on reliability is based on rigid engineering standards and a disciplined deployment approach year after year.  The company’s 700 MHz spectrum gives Verizon Wireless specific advantages with 4G LTE, including a contiguous, nationwide network license.

Over the past year, Verizon Wireless has also worked to bring its 4G LTE network beyond major cities with its LTE in Rural America program.  The company is working with rural communications companies to collaboratively build and operate a 4G LTE network in those areas using the tower and backhaul assets of the rural company and Verizon Wireless’ core 4G LTE equipment and premium 700 MHz spectrum.  Already, 12 rural organizations have announced their participation in the LTE in Rural America program and have leased spectrum covering, in total, more than 2.6 million people in rural communities and nearly 82,000 square miles.  These companies include: Appalachian Wireless, Bluegrass Cellular, Carolina West/Clear Stream, Cellcom, Chariton Valley, Convergence Technologies, Cross Telephone, Custer Telephone Cooperative, Pioneer Cellular, S and R Communications, Strata Networks and Thumb Cellular.

 

4G LTE Markets

 

On Nov. 17, Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network will be available in 179 markets:

 

  • ·        Birmingham, Ala.
  • ·        Decatur, Ala.
  • ·        Huntsville, Ala.
  • ·        Mobile, Ala.
  • ·        Montgomery, Ala.
  • ·        Phoenix, Ariz.
  • ·        Tucson, Ariz.
  • ·        Fayetteville/Springdale/Rogers, Ark.
  • ·        Fort Smith, Ark.
  • ·        Jonesboro/Paragould, Ark.
  • ·        Little Rock, Ark.
  • ·        Bakersfield, Calif.
  • ·        Fresno, Calif.
  • ·        Los Angeles, Calif.
  • ·        Modesto, Calif.
  • ·        Oakland, Calif.
  • ·        Sacramento, Calif.
  • ·        Salinas/Monterey/Seaside, Calif.
  • ·        San Diego, Calif.
  • ·        San Francisco, Calif.
  • ·        San Jose, Calif.
  • ·        San Luis Obispo, Calif.
  • ·        Santa Barbara, Calif.
  • ·        Stockton, Calif.
  • ·        Colorado Springs, Colo.
  • ·        Denver, Colo.
  • ·        Fort Collins, Colo.
  • ·        Greater Fairfield and New Haven, Conn.
  • ·        Hartford, Conn.
  • ·        Washington, D.C.
  • ·        Daytona, Fla.
  • ·        Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
  • ·        Ft. Myers, Fla.
  • ·        Gainesville, Fla.
  • ·        Jacksonville, Fla.
  • ·        Lakeland, Fla.
  • ·        Miami, Fla.
  • ·        Orlando, Fla.
  • ·        Pensacola, Fla.
  • ·        Sarasota/Bradenton, Fla.
  • ·        Tallahassee, Fla.
  • ·        Tampa, Fla.
  • ·        West Palm Beach, Fla.
  • ·        Athens, Ga.
  • ·        Atlanta, Ga.
  • ·        Augusta, Ga.
  • ·        Savannah, Ga.
  • ·        Hilo, Hawaii
  • ·        Honolulu, Hawaii
  • ·        Kahului/Wailuku, Hawaii
  • ·        Lahaina, Hawaii
  • ·        Boise, Idaho
  • ·        Bloomington, Ill.
  • ·        Carbondale, Ill.
  • ·        Champaign/Urbana, Ill.
  • ·        Chicago, Ill.
  • ·        Rockford, Ill.
  • ·        Springfield, Ill.
  • ·        The Quad Cities, Ill./Iowa
  • ·        Bloomington/Bedford, Ind.
  • ·        Elkhart, Ind.
  • ·        Evansville, Ind.
  • ·        Fort Wayne, Ind.
  • ·        Indianapolis, Ind.
  • ·        South Bend/Mishawaka, Ind.
  • ·        Terre Haute, Ind.
  • ·        West Lafayette, Ind.
  • ·        Cedar Rapids, Iowa
  • ·        Des Moines, Iowa
  • ·        Iowa City, Iowa
  • ·        Sioux City, Iowa
  • ·        Wichita, Kan.
  • ·        Lexington, Ky.
  • ·        Louisville, Ky.
  • ·        Baton Rouge, La.
  • ·        Hammond, La.
  • ·        New Orleans, La.
  • ·        Shreveport, La.
  • ·        Baltimore, Md.
  • ·        Frederick, Md.
  • ·        Hagerstown, Md.
  • ·        Boston, Mass.
  • ·        Springfield, Mass.
  • ·        Worcester, Mass.
  • ·        Detroit, Mich.
  • ·        Flint, Mich.
  • ·        Grand Rapids, Mich.
  • ·        Kalamazoo, Mich.
  • ·        Lansing, Mich.
  • ·        Saginaw, Mich.
  • ·        Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.
  • ·        Starkville, Miss.
  • ·        Tupelo, Miss.
  • ·        Kansas City, Mo.
  • ·        Springfield/Branson, Mo.
  • ·        St. Louis, Mo.
  • ·        Lincoln, Neb.
  • ·        Omaha/Council Bluffs, Neb.
  • ·        Las Vegas, Nev.
  • ·        Reno, Nev.
  • ·        Albuquerque, N.M.
  • ·        Las Cruces, N.M.
  • ·        Santa Fe, N.M.
  • ·        Albany, N.Y.
  • ·        Buffalo, N.Y.
  • ·        Ithaca, N.Y.
  • ·        New York, N.Y.
  • ·        Orange County, N.Y.
  • ·        Rochester, N.Y.
  • ·        Syracuse, N.Y.
  • ·        Asheville, N.C.
  • ·        Charlotte, N.C.
  • ·        Fayetteville/Lumberton, N.C.
  • ·        Greensboro/Winston Salem/High Point, N.C.
  • ·        Raleigh/Durham, N.C.
  • ·        Wilmington, N.C.
  • ·        Fargo, N.D.
  • ·        Akron, Ohio
  • ·        Canton, Ohio
  • ·        Cincinnati, Ohio
  • ·        Cleveland, Ohio
  • ·        Columbus, Ohio
  • ·        Dayton, Ohio
  • ·        Lima, Ohio
  • ·        Mansfield, Ohio
  • ·        Toledo, Ohio
  • ·        Bartlesville, Okla.
  • ·        Oklahoma City, Okla.
  • ·        Tulsa, Okla.
  • ·        Portland, Ore.
  • ·        Allentown/Bethlehem/Easton, Pa.
  • ·        Altoona, Pa.
  • ·        Erie, Pa.
  • ·        Harrisburg, Pa.
  • ·        Johnstown, Pa.
  • ·        Philadelphia, Pa.
  • ·        Pittsburgh, Pa.
  • ·        State College, Pa.
  • ·        Wilkes Barre/Scranton, Pa.
  • ·        Greater Providence, R.I.
  • ·        Charleston, S.C.
  • ·        Columbia, S.C.
  • ·        Greenville/Spartanburg, S.C.
  • ·        Hilton Head, S.C.
  • ·        Rapid City, S.D.
  • ·        Sioux Falls, S.D.
  • ·        Chattanooga, Tenn.
  • ·        Clarksville, Tenn./Hopkinsville, Ky.
  • ·        Cleveland, Tenn.
  • ·        Dyersburg/Union City, Tenn.
  • ·        Jackson, Tenn.
  • ·        Knoxville, Tenn.
  • ·        Martin, Tenn.
  • ·        Memphis, Tenn.
  • ·        Nashville, Tenn.
  • ·        Austin, Texas
  • ·        Beaumont/Port Arthur, Texas
  • ·        Bryan/College Station, Texas
  • ·        Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
  • ·        El Paso, Texas
  • ·        Houston, Texas
  • ·        San Antonio, Texas
  • ·        Temple/Killeen, Texas
  • ·        Wichita Falls, Texas
  • ·        Provo, Utah
  • ·        Salt Lake City, Utah
  • ·        Greater Hampton Roads, Va.
  • ·        Richmond, Va.
  • ·        Roanoke, Va.
  • ·        The Tri-Cities, Tenn./Va.
  • ·        Olympia, Wash.
  • ·        Seattle, Wash.
  • ·        Spokane, Wash.
  • ·        Tacoma, Wash.
  • ·        Charleston, W.Va.
  • ·        Appleton/Oshkosh, Wis.
  • ·        Green Bay, Wis.
  • ·        Madison, Wis.
  • ·        Milwaukee, Wis.

 

Visit www.verizonwireless.com/lte for more information about Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network.

 

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 107.7 million total wireless connections, including 90.7 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

i.TV Listings App for Android Preview [Video]

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

i.TV, a popular TV listings app for iOS, is finally making its way to Android. I got a chance to check out a preview ahead of its official release within a few days’ time. There are a lot of things I like about this application, especially when putting it up against the competition. The interface is very clean and smooth, making it very easy for me to scroll through channel listings and time slots.

There are a bunch of little things that combine to make this app a big delight. TiVo integration allows you to sign into your TiVo account and DVR any given show or movie. Netflix integration allows you to add shows and movies to your instant queue or your DVD queue.

Quick access to information on IMDB, Wikipedia and videos on YouTube allow you to go beyond simply finding what times your favorite shows and movies will be on the tube.

Apparently you will also get reminders as a notification when your favorite show starts, but I did not find this functionality in the preview build. I imagine it’ll be a great option for those who often aren’t around their televisions to get the notification there.

Simply put, this is one of the best mobile TV guide applications for Android outside of a provider’s official application. Listings are available for Canada and the United States. Look out for it in the coming days.

Thuuz For Google TV Lets You Know Whether or Not You Should Be Watching a Sports Game

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

If someone had to convince me to get a Google TV device with one application, Thuuz would be it. Thuuz, a  play on the word “enthusiast,” is a sports application for Google TV that delivers users an excitement rating for each game of each and every sport/league thewy cover .

They use a unique algorithm (which they won’t be revealing, of course) that comes up with a rating to deliver to your television letting you know whether or not you should waste time watching.

It comes up with a number on a scale from 0-100. And even if the ratings are a bit wonky sometimes they are always monitoring games and the excitement engine in real time to tweak things to near perfection.

The sports they support are MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA, NCAA football and basketball, MLS and 5 European soccer leagues, cricket and rugby. What excites me even more is what’s in store for the future:

There’s still plenty of work ahead to add more sports, features and content, plus individual athlete excitement alerts for your favorite players.  We’ll also be building out the personal preferences, as we’ve learned that each fan has his/her own take on what makes a game exciting.

Thuuz is also available for Android phones so be sure to give that a shot as well. Find the Google TV version here and the phone/tablet version here. Oh, and it’s all free!

The HTC Vivid is Great, Except Its Name Belongs to a Porn Company

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

This is a bit embarrassing for HTC and AT&T, to say the least. You know that super cool phone they recently brought out together? You know, the HTC Vivid? Well it turns out that name is already in use.

By whom, you ask? Why, an adult entertainment company, of course. The company is Vivid Entertainment and they’ve filed a lawsuit for trademark infringement by HTC.

That’s their right if they were first, I suppose. This isn’t the first time the company has sued over trademark infringement so I’m betting they’re in it for a bit more than just shameless publicity. HTC had this to say on the matter:

“We are reviewing the complaint and don’t expect to have any further comment until it is resolved.”

And that’s all she wrote. Apparently porn companies do value intellectual property, something I’m sure OEMs are happy to know for the next time they go pulling random names out of thin air. [The Verge]

T-Mobile Galaxy S 4G Gets Gingerbread Update

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

Samsung Galaxy S 4G owners on T-Mobile have been waiting quite a while for the Gingerbread update that was promised by T-Mobile and it’s finally here. Unfortunately the update must be applied OTW (over-the-wire) via Kies Mini on a PC. Unfortunately T-Mobile doesn’t list whether or not the upgrade will be able to be applied in-store, but it couldn’t hurt to call your local store and ask. Take a look at the list below for the changes you can expect and find full instructions and download links at T-Mobile’s support site.

Devices upgrading to T959VUVKJ6 will benefit from:

  • Android 2.3(Gingerbread)
  • Google Security Patch
  • Camera enhancements
  • Wi-Fi enhancements

 

Note:  The upgrade to KJ6 is NOT required.  You may opt out of the upgrade and continue using software version T959VUVKD1.

T-Mobile Galaxy S 4G Gets Gingerbread Update

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

Samsung Galaxy S 4G owners on T-Mobile have been waiting quite a while for the Gingerbread update that was promised by T-Mobile and it’s finally here. Unfortunately the update must be applied OTW (over-the-wire) via Kies Mini on a PC. Unfortunately T-Mobile doesn’t list whether or not the upgrade will be able to be applied in-store, but it couldn’t hurt to call your local store and ask. Take a look at the list below for the changes you can expect and find full instructions and download links at T-Mobile’s support site.

Devices upgrading to T959VUVKJ6 will benefit from:

  • Android 2.3(Gingerbread)
  • Google Security Patch
  • Camera enhancements
  • Wi-Fi enhancements

 

Note:  The upgrade to KJ6 is NOT required.  You may opt out of the upgrade and continue using software version T959VUVKD1.

T-Mobile Galaxy S 4G Gets Gingerbread Update

Posted by on November 16, 2011 No comments

This image has no alt text

Samsung Galaxy S 4G owners on T-Mobile have been waiting quite a while for the Gingerbread update that was promised by T-Mobile and it’s finally here. Unfortunately the update must be applied OTW (over-the-wire) via Kies Mini on a PC. Unfortunately T-Mobile doesn’t list whether or not the upgrade will be able to be applied in-store, but it couldn’t hurt to call your local store and ask. Take a look at the list below for the changes you can expect and find full instructions and download links at T-Mobile’s support site.

Devices upgrading to T959VUVKJ6 will benefit from:

  • Android 2.3(Gingerbread)
  • Google Security Patch
  • Camera enhancements
  • Wi-Fi enhancements

 

Note:  The upgrade to KJ6 is NOT required.  You may opt out of the upgrade and continue using software version T959VUVKD1.