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On GigaOM Mobilize Stage T-Mobile CMO Cole Brodman Talks Android, Data, iPhone

We just finished our live-blog coverage of T-Mobile CMO Cole Brodman on stage at GigaOM Mobilize and of course the all-important question surrounding the iPhone was asked by host Om Malik. In response Brodman responded elusively that “the ball is in Apple’s court.” Brodman further said that T-Mobile has made it clear to Apple “our desire to have the iPhone.” When asked about an iPhone for T-Mobile this October, Brodman said he did not expect it. … [read full article]

T-Mobile Announces Sonic 4G Hotspot, T-Mobile’s Fastest Hotspot

Last but certainly not least of T-Mobile’s three major product announcements today is the Sonic 4G Mobile Hotspot. Ready to take on the world using T-Mobile’s HSPA+ 42Mbps network the Sonic 4G can connect up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices. Brought to us by the folks at Huawei this little hotspot weighs in only 3.88 ounces making it perfect for a pocket or purse. As an extra bonus the Sonic 4G Mobile Hotspot comes complete with an … [read full article]

T-Mobile Reveals Additional Details For Galaxy S II

The Galaxy S II hasn’t been secret since the official announcement came a few weeks back at the Samsung press event that took place in New York. However, T-Mobile is announcing additional details of the GSII today including the two most important facts of all…price and availability. First, let’s start with absolutely positive official confirmation about the processor inside the Galaxy S II hardware. A Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 processor with 1.5GHz dual-core cpu running … [read full article]

T-Mobile Announces The HTC Amaze 4G

Chalk up another T-Mobile exclusive with the official unveiling of the HTC Amaze 4G, previously known to the world as the HTC Ruby. One of two announcements today for T-Mobile featuring smartphones capable of taking advantage of the HSPA+ 42Mbps capable market the Amaze 4G features one of the most advanced camera experiences of any smartphone. The Amaze 4G is the latest in a line of T-Mobile’s advanced camera phones joining the myTouch 4G … [read full article]

(Update: We’re Live!) T-Mobile CMO On Stage At GigaOM Mobilize Conference

Watch live streaming video from mobilize2011 at livestream.com If you’re looking to get the inside track from a man truly in the know we suggest you catch Cole Brodman, T-Mobile’s Chief Marketing Officer on stage at GigaOM Mobilize 2011 at 2:30pm EST. 4G ARRIVES: A CARRIER’S PERSPECTIVE ON THE EVOLVING MOBILE ECOSYSTEM Mobilize is thrilled to welcome back Cole Brodman. Last time he spoke, his picture was plastered … [read full article]

T-Mobile Hosting Monday Night Event, Showcasing Latest In 4G

T-Mobile is promising to drop some “big, exciting” news tomorrow night at a Monday Night showcase during the @gigaom Mobilize Conference. T-Mobile sent out press invitations late last week promising to show off the latest in 4G devices. While our invitation is obviously lost in the mail we expect to finally get a “true” hands on with the Galaxy S II, perhaps see the HTC Amaze 4G, HTC Radar 4G, tablets and more. Of … [read full article]

It’s Saturday And The “Yes, Everyone Smartphone Is On Sale, Sale” Happens Today

That’s right it’s Saturday and that means you should be heading down to your local T-Mobile store to learn all about their Value-plan sale, sale. We’ve broken the sale down, given you a guest post, showed you the prices and now it’s your turn to decide if this deal is right for you. But wait, this is a one day only event so don’t sit around and think about it, just head on … [read full article]

T-Mobile Service Coming to NYC Subways

  It took a year, but T-mobile service in NYC subways will finally begin on Tuesday.  So now, just like everywhere else, you can listen to the person next to you yell at their boss chat with a friend.  I guess the good thing is that service will not be offered on moving trains and will be limited to just some pilot platforms. The pilot program will introduce cellphone reception to the C-E platforms at 23rd … [read full article]

Samsung “Hercules” Galaxy S II X Captured On Video

The folks from MobileSyrup managed to get their hands on the upcoming Samsung “Hercules” also known as the Galaxy S II X for Telus users in Canada. So why are we showing to this you? Well it’s essentially the very same hardware we’ll see when T-Mobile launches their own Galaxy S II model. So if you’ve been wanting to get a closer look at the hardware of the Samsung Galaxy S II coming to T-Mobile … [read full article]

Verizon CEO Says Yes To AT&T/T-Mobile Deal While AT&T Says Sprint Has Ulterior Motives

Speaking at a Goldman Sachs investor conference, Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam defended the AT&T/T-mobile deal and highlighted an understanding over the industry’s spectrum crunch. “I have taken the position that the AT&T merger with T-Mobile was kind of like gravity,” McAdam said. “It had to occur, because you had a company with T-Mobile that had the spectrum but didn’t have the capital to build it out. AT&T needed the spectrum, they didn’t have it in order to … [read full article]

“Yes, Every Phone Is On Sale, Sale” Requirements, Pricing

If you’re eye-balling Saturday’s “Yes, everyone phone is on sale, sale” then there at least a few things you should know before you head out to your local T-Mobile store. First and foremost this deal only works at corporate owned retail stores, telesales and general customer care. This deal is for new activations, add-a-lines and upgrading customers with 18 months or more contract tenure including FlexPay migrations, existing customers not on contract including Even More Plus … [read full article]