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Analyst Says Next iPhone Will Be Called iPhone “4S,” Coming To T-Mobile

It’s been a little over three weeks since our last “iPhone coming to T-Mobile” post so we’re overdue for some rumors news. According to Jefferies Analyst Peter Misek,  the next iPhone will be called the iPhone “4S” and not iPhone 5. Whatever the name is the next iPhone will “include minor cosmetic changes, better cameras, A5 dual-core processor and HSPA+ support.” Misek goes on to say that Apple had hoped to add chips for 4G … [read full article]

Get Netflix Working On Your T-Mobile G2x

T-Mobile G2x owners, are you have some jealousy issues with the announcement of Netflix for Android on specific phones only? Well thanks to the folks at XDA-Developers we can get your G2x up and running with Netflix in just a few (mostly) easy steps. The whole process works by tricking Netflix into thinking that your G2x is really a G2 and voila, streaming Netflix video! First and foremost you’ll have to be rooted in order … [read full article]

T-Mobile To Introduce Revamped Family Plans?

If this ninja shot proves accurate, T-Mobile is set to introduce revamped Family Plans on May 22nd which streamline their existing offerings. The picture tells most of the story but lets see if we can’t break it down a little more. Gone are the existing 1,500 and 750 minute plans and introduced are the 1,000 and 2000 minute plans. For $99 you will get two lines with unlimited talk and text. Adding data to the first two … [read full article]

HTC Sensation System Dump Shows Signed Bootloader, Bad News For Custom ROM’s

Today is seemingly going to be a mixed day for HTC Sensation fans as they get a video preview of the 10 best features the device has to offer. Unfortunately not all of the news is positive as AndroidPolice has uncovered a new system dump indicating the Sensation has a signed locked bootloader. As such the Sensation will be protected via HTC’s private key which means, unless by a stroke of very good luck we … [read full article]

Deal Alert: Walmart Has Sidekick 4G White, T-Mobile 4G Hotspot And T-Mobile G2X For Great Deals

Anyone looking to score a T-Mobile G2x, 4G hotspot or Sidekick 4G white edition need to look no further than your local Walmart. The Sidekick 4G is dropping in at $98.88 on both new and upgrade eligible accounts, the 4G hotspot at $28.88 and the T-Mobile “phone of the moment” G2x is available for just $148.88. All good deals to be had from Walmart but don’t just sit around and watch these prices, go … [read full article]

Want 10 Reasons To Make The HTC Sensation (4G) Your Next Phone?

I’m not sure many of you need more than just two reasons to pick up the HTC Sensation when it arrives sometime over the “summer.” Still, HTC has put together this video that has a total of 10 reasons you should make the HTC Sensation your next device: Premium unibody construction gives the HTC Sensation a premium look Contour display – feels great in your hand, protects against dust and sand when face down on … [read full article]

T-Mobile Unlimited Wi-Fi Calling Feature Going Live Tomorrow

After an out of the blue announcement and a just as quick delay T-Mobile is bringing their unlimited Wi-Fi calling feature back for free beginning tomorrow May 13th. That’s right tomorrow. That is all.   Currently, placing calls over Wi-Fi deducts from a customer’s in-plan minutes. Effective5/13, a new feature will launch that will allow customers with capable phones the ability to place calls over Wi-Fi without deducting from in-plan minutes! This is not only a … [read full article]

Sprint Targeting T-Mobile Customers Unhappy With AT&T Deal?

I’ve been going back and forth on writing this all day even so it was sent my way last night. At first glance it appears as though Sprint is prepared to grab up all the T-Mobile customers it can between now and July 23rd, 2011. If for some reason the AT&T/T-Mobile deal doesn’t go through customers who ported into Sprint during that timeframe will be allowed to port back to T-Mobile ETF free. The catch? This … [read full article]

ZOMG!!! Netflix Is Beginning To Rollout To Android Devices

It isn’t often that I write about Android specific apps here on TmoNews but Netflix has a special place in my heart for being one of the awesomest services available. That’s right I said awesomest. The app just hit the Android market and T-Mobile customers currently using a Nexus One, G2 and Samsung Nexus S can grab the app right now. On the Netflix blog they explain that the app is currently limited to phones with “requisite … [read full article]

AT&T To Pay T-Mobile $6 Billion If Deal Isn’t Approved

According to the old “people familiar with the matter” story AT&T will have to pay Deutsche Telekom $6 billion in assets, cash and services if a deal isn’t approved by US regulators. The $6 billion would break down into the $3 billion in cash previously thought but an additional $2 billion worth of spectrum and a roaming agreement valued at $1 billion would also be picked up by Deutsche Telekom. The sources asked not to be … [read full article]

German Workers Fight For T-Mobile USA Employee’s Rights

Workers from ver.di, the German telecommunication works union came together during Deutsche Telekom’s annual shareholder meeting and demanded the company ensure that their American counterparts at T-Mobile USA receive the same rights as they do. Forming a human chain around the venue and releasing black balloons the workers showed a strong sign of solidarity with T-Mobile USA workers. In Germany, DT recognizes the union and has a collective bargaining agreement with the workers. No such union exists … [read full article]

T-Mobile G2 Gets Graced With Gingerbread, Unofficially

Well T-Mobile G2 owners can thank the folks at 911 Sniper and XDA who have managed to uncover and upload for your pleasure Gingerbread for the G2. Of course you’ll have to be rooted in order to get Gingerbread goodness working on your device but hey, what’s a little root for a whole lot of Gingerbread? Of course you can always wait for T-Mobile to deliver, after all it’s “coming soon.” XDA via [read full article]