Google confirmed to CNET that its Google Wallet mobile payment service will not be included on the Galaxy Nexus, which is due to launch on Verizon’s network later this month. “Verizon asked us not to include this functionality in the product,” a Google spokesperson told CNET. Google Wallet is available on the Nexus S, and lets users make payments from their phones based on near-field communications technology at participating retailers. Google did not provide a reason for Verizon’s request, but Verizon is a primary member of the Isis joint venture with AT&T and ...
Monthly Archives: December 2011
C Spire Wireless Wins Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
C Spire Wireless today announced the launch of Sony Ericsson’s Xperia Play gaming smartphone. The Xperia Play is available immediately through most C Spire retail channels for $49.99 after rebate with a new two-year agreement. Tweet Vote on HN ...
Nokia Lumia 900 US launch set for early 2012
Nokia will begin its Windows Phone assault on American soil early in 2012 with the Lumia 900, according to reports.BGR reckons the device will boast a 4.3-inch ClearBlack AMOLED display, with a 1.4GHz processor and an 8-megapixel camera.The Lumia 900 will channel the same look and form-factor as the Lumia 800 recently released in Europe, only with the larger screen. The Lumia 800 featured only a 3.7-inch display.According to BGR sources, the handset will ship with the forthcoming Windows Phone “Tango” update, which promises to build on the improvements made by the Windows Phone ...
LG Android Phones to Get 50GB of Free Box Storage
LG today announced that all of its Android-based smartphones are eligible for 50GB of free online storage from Box. LG customers with devices running Android 2.1 and up can sign up for he storage directly from their handset. LG is advertising the deal as a benefit to its business customers, but all of LG’s Android smartphones can take advantage of the offier. The storage can be used for image, music, document, and other files, which can be accessed from LG’s Android smartphones as long as the phone has a network connection available. LG says registration for the free storage ...
Cincinnati Bell Launches HTC Radar 4G
Cincinnati Bell today announced the launch of the HTC Radar 4G Windows Phone. The Radar is free after a rebate to new customers who switch carriers to Cincinnati Bell. Current customers can get the Radar for $99.99 after rebate. It’s available starting today. Tweet Vote on HN ...
LG Nitro HD for AT&T
Phone Scoop was able to spend some time with the LG Nitro HD. This new Android phone from LG brings an HD display and LTE to the table. Here are our first impressions of the Nitro. Tweet Vote on HN ...