Garminfone

Android Phone Updates Galore

Android Phone Updates Galore I don't know about you, but I really don't like the 'F' word, that word being fragmentation of course.  How do we keep from saying such a bad word?  Updates of course, and T-Mobile has us covered on that front.  For those G2 users, your update for Wi-Fi calling and HotSpot should be done, and if not, it will be coming very soon.  An update for the myTouch 4G is... Read more »

Garminfone Gets Another Price-Cut, Now Only $99.99

Garminfone Gets Another Price-Cut, Now Only $99.99 After reducing the original Garminfone pricing from $199.99 to $129.99 with a 2-year agreement, Magenta has decided to do yet another price cut on the handset, this time for existing customers only. Qualifying existing customers can now pick up a Garminfone for only $99.99 after rebate with a 2-year contract. Honestly, I think this is a more suitable price for the... Read more »

Garminfone Now $129.99 After Rebate

Garminfone Now $129.99 After Rebate While the timing of this price drop is likely coincidental considering the reports in recent days regarding the lackluster sales of the Garminfone T-Mobile has dropped the price to $129.99. The real question is will this do anything to boost sales of the Garminfone or is it to little to late? With the Samsung Vibrant on the horizon and with yesterdays rumored leak... Read more »

Asustek Says Garminfone Is Selling Perfectly Well Thank You Very Much

Asustek Says Garminfone Is Selling Perfectly Well Thank You Very Much In the midst of today’s busy “TmoNews” day, Asustek has come out and refuted reports that the Garminfone isn’t selling well. While they declined to discuss exact numbers, Asustek claimed that the shipments of the phone were selling “as previously planned.” They also claim to have received positive feedback on the device from the marketplace. I guess we... Read more »

Garminfone Sales Sluggish?

Garminfone Sales Sluggish? I really would love to feign surprise here but let's just be honest and say this was almost expected.  According to Morgan Keegan analyst Yair Reiner, only around 20,000 Garminfones have made it into the hands of customers.  Offering little more than a full-on navigation platform, the device itself runs an outdated Android version, at 1.6, combined with its... Read more »

T-Mobile Expanding HSPA+ Markets Today!

T-Mobile Expanding HSPA+ Markets Today! Today, T-Mobile is announcing the expansion of its HSPA+ network, bringing the total number of cities covered to 25 and total customers covered to 75 million by the end of June.  Covered are T-Mobile customers in  Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, Tampa, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, New Orleans... Read more »

Comparison Chart, T-Mobile Vs iPhone 4

Comparison Chart, T-Mobile Vs iPhone 4 It’s not uncommon for carriers to release a bullet point comparison sheet when a competitor is about to drop a major device onto the scene. Considering it doesn’t get any bigger than iPhone 4, the fact that T-Mobile has a comparison chart available for its employees is hardly news. We think its well beyond safe to say that Sprint and Verizon have either posted... Read more »

Garminfone Gets Its Very Own Commercial

Garminfone Gets Its Very Own Commercial The Garminfone is likely going to fall under the niche category and may not have the mass appeal of say, the myTouch Slide. However, its still an incredibly unique device and worthy in its own right of a little thirty-second advertising spot. With full on board Garmin navigation system, this phone is perfect for the traveler, the out of town visitor and anyone... Read more »

T-Mobile Garminfone Now Available

T-Mobile Garminfone Now Available This device may not be the most anticipated, but we're sure it'll attract at least a few customers. The first Android-powered smartphone with Garmin GPS Navigation is now available for $199.99 (After a $50 mail in rebate) with a 2 year contract and $449.99 retail. For those that have purchased the Garminfone already, feel free to leave your likes and/or... Read more »

Just A Few Days Left In The Garminfone Giveaway!!

Just A Few Days Left In The Garminfone Giveaway!! Garminfone fans, this post is totally and completely for you. T-Mobile is still looking to give away some Garminfone’s for your navigating needs and if you have absolutely no sense of direction like me, this phone will make sure you get wherever you want to go. Qualifying to win is simple, easy and takes only a moment of your time. Hit up the instructions below... Read more »