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T-Mobile Officially Announces the LG myTouch and myTouch Q

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Today T-Mobile announced the LG myTouch and myTouch Q. You may remember the duo from last months T-Mobile Youtube slip, which left us wondering about the possibility of one device having a QWERTY keyboard. Well, no more guessing, it’s now official. There’s the LG myTouch, which will not have a physical keyboard and the myTouch Q, which will be equipped with a QWERTY keyboard.

Both devices will be running Android 2.3 and rocking a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 5MP camera with 720p video, and a Genius button. Besides the Q having a physical keyboard, it will also sport a smaller 3.5 inch touchscreen, while the myTouch will have a 3.8 inch touchscreen. The Q will also lack the front facing camera and T-Mobile Video Chat which comes on the myTouch version. Both devices will feature T-Mobile’s HSPA+ 4G and be available to purchase in one of two colors. The myTouch will be offered in either black or white, while the myTouch Q will come in either gray or violet. I guess they are assuming more females use physical keyboards than males? I think they’re right…

There’s no mention of price or release date but they’re definitely coming. Anyone interested in a LG myTouch series? Let us know what you think of T-Mobile’s latest offerings.

Source: Android Central

[spoiler show=”Press Release”]BELLEVUE, Wash. —Oct. 6, 2011— T-Mobile USA, Inc. today announced the upcoming availability of the new T-Mobile® myTouch® and the T-Mobile® myTouch® Q, both by LG, as the latest Android™-powered smartphones to join T-Mobile’s line of myTouch products running on America’s Largest 4G Network®. The myTouch and myTouch Q, designed to be easily set-up on the first day and continue to be easy to use, are perfect for individuals adopting the benefits of smartphones for the first-time.

The myTouch and myTouch Q are designed with a number of features that make them approachable, including the option of two different styles of hardware to suit customer needs: the myTouch touts a 3.8-inch touch screen and a virtual keyboard with Swype®, while the myTouch Q is equipped with a 3.5-inch touch screen plus a physical slide-out full QWERTY keyboard.

To help customers not only get up and running and keep running, the myTouch and myTouch Q offer a number of useful tools, including the following:

Set-up Wizard: Simple instructions for quick e-mail and social network integration

Tips Widget: A quick “how-to” providing an overview of the available device features, including a collection of instructional videos

Genius Button™: One-shot voice commands to call, text, or search the Web all with the press of a button

“When moving to their first smartphone, customers want a simple and uncomplicated experience without compromising on quality,” said Andrew Sherrard, senior vice president, marketing, T-Mobile USA. “With the introduction of these new myTouch smartphones paired with our worry-free data plans and fast 4G network, we’re making it easier than ever to step up to 4G experiences.”

Both devices are powered by Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread) and a 1GHz Qualcomm® processor giving customers the power and functionality they desire. Additionally, the myTouch and myTouch Q are equipped with advanced multimedia features, including a 5-megapixel camera and 720p HD video recorder for capturing photos and videos while on the go. The myTouch also includes a front-facing camera with access to T-Mobile Video Chat powered by Qik™ for face-to-face video chat.

With access to T-Mobile’s 4G network*, the myTouch and myTouch Q allow customers to browse the Web, access email and social networking services, download free and paid applications through Android Market™, and much more. Both devices also offer built-in entertainment applications, including T-Mobile® TV in Mobile HD, Netflix® and YouTube® for real-time mobile video streaming and on-demand TV and movies.

Availability

The T-Mobile myTouch is offered in two colors – either black or white – and the T-Mobile myTouch Q is offered in two colors – either gray or violet. Both phones, exclusively from
T-Mobile, are expected to be available in time for the holiday season. Customers can visit http://www.T-Mobile.com for more information.

*T-Mobile’s HSPA+ 4G network not available everywhere. See coverage details at http://www.t-mobile.com.

1Mobile HD TV can deliver a bitrate of 800kbps and 16:9 resolution; the bitrate & resolution you experience will vary based on many factors, e.g., programming, network connection, & device.[/spoiler]

Samsung Announces Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus

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Samsung has added another model to their growing roster (Galaxy Tab 10.1, Galaxy Tab 8.9 and recently the Galaxy Tab 7.7) of Android tablets this morning, unveiling the Galaxy Tab 7 Coming in thinner and weighing less than its predecessor, specifications include a dual-core 1.2GHz processor, 7-inch display (1024×600), 1GB RAM, and a pair of cameras (3-megapixel/2-megapixel).

Unlike the first generation, Samsung has opted to install Honeycomb 3.2 (with Touchwiz), a smart route considering the growing number of apps and games. Additional specs include Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, GPS, and 3G support.  Look for the Galaxy Tab 7 Plus in 16GB and 32GB flavors.

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Entry-Level HTC Explorer Officially Announced

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HTC has officially announced the stylish, pint-sized Explorer today, tossing it online and tapping it with a fourth quarter overseas release. As we expected this phone will be available in a variety of color options and feature some entry-level hardware under the hood. Following in the path of the HTC Rhyme, the Explorer looks to be more about function and features rather than the specs. The phone runs Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread with HTC Sense 3.5 custom interface.

On the subject of hardware, the Explorer offers consumers a 3.2-inch HVGA (320×480) display, a 600MHz processor, 512MB RAM, and a 3.0-megapixel camera. Certainly not the type of phone you replace your current device with but definitely appealing to new smart phone buyers.

In terms of color options, there are three to choose from: Metallic Black, Active Black and Metallic Navy. Should you want to jazz it up a bit more, you can pick up one of the optional back covers: Metallic Blue, Metallic Orange, Metallic White and Metallic Purple.

Hit the break to check out a few additional shots of the HTC Explorer as well as a few videos demonstrating the phone in action.

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U.S. Cellular Announces Trio of HTC Android Devices for October

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U.S. Cellular just announced that they will be bringing three Android-powered HTC devices to their lineup next month in the form of the Wildfire S, Hero S, and Flyer tablet.  Bolstering an already-powerful smart phone roster, these three will come with Android 2.3 Gingerbread and blend nicely with the carrier’s Belief Project.

A quick primer on the two smart phones: The Hero S features a 4-inch Super LCD display with qHD resolution, a 5-megapixel camera with autofocus and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera. The Wildfire S, on the other hand, comes with a 3.2-inch display, a 5-megapixel camera, and the usual mid-range Android offerings.

As far as pricing goes, the HTC Hero S will be $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate whereas the HTC Wildfire S will be $79.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate.  The 7-inch HTC Flyer will be available for $399.99 (EDIT) after a $100 mail-in rebate with a two-year contract and a $54.99 data plan.  Look for the launch dates to trickle in over the next few weeks!

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Amazon Unveils $200 Kindle Fire eReader/Tablet for November 15

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Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is currently on stage in New York, giving us a rundown of all things Kindle.  After looking back at the previous four year of success, he is starting to unveil new products and features.  On such feature is expected to be the hotly-anticipated Kindle Fire tablet, running Android.  We’ll be back with more information once it’s made public, but we have a pretty solid idea as to what’s in store.

According to a Bloomberg story hitting the wires within the last hour, the Amazon Kindle Fire will debut with a $199 price tag.  The arrival date is November 15th, but you may want to pre-order yours.  Sales will be ridiculous.

The Kindle Fire will have a 7-inch display and sell for $199, compared with $499 for Apple’s cheapest iPad, Amazon executives said in interviews with Bloomberg Businessweek. The device, a souped-up version of the Kindle electronic- book reader, will run on Google Inc.’s Android software, the Seattle-based company said.

UPDATE: What does the Amazon Kindle Fire have?

  • Access to Prime Instant Video – 11,000 movies and TV shows commercial-free at no extra cost.
  • Android is under the hood (multi-tasking) however it’s not very obvious… or readily accessible (yet).
  • Direct access to the MP3 store with 17 million songs, some as low as 69¢ a piece.
  • 7-inch IPS display, dual-core processor, 14.6 ounces
  • Gorilla Glass covering the LCD display
  • Access to anything/everything Amazon, including music, magazines, apps, shows, movies, and more.
  • Delete it or retrieve it whenever you want, thanks to the cloud storage service.
  • Whispersync across the board, even on TV shows.  Pick up where you left off!

Order a Kindle Fire from Amazon.com

Toshiba Announces 7-inch Thrive for December

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Toshiba has announced today that a new 7-inch variant of their Thrive tablet will be arriving in December, bringing a new level of portability to their growing Android lineup.  Available in two versions (16GB or 32GB) the tablets will run Android 3.2 Honeycomb and feature a 1280×800 HD display, a dual-core Tegra 2 chipset, and two cameras (5-megapixel rear, 2-megapixel front).

The 7-inch Thrive looks to copy its predecessor in nearly every facet, including the Micro USB, Micro HDMI and a Micro SD card slots.  Additionally, the tablet also features the same,  Easy Grip finish and relatively thicker appearance.  Even though this doesn’t have quite the same sex appeal as the AT200 Excite, we’re happy to see another hardware player expanding  their Android offerings.

Look for pricing to arrive in the coming weeks as the 4th quarter gets underway!  How much would you be willing to pay for a Toshiba Thrive 7-inch?  We’re hearing under $400 but that’s only logical if you ask us.

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Verizon Announces $79.99 LG Enlighten for September 29

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Verizon announced a new Android 2.3-powered handset today, tapping the LG Enlighten with a $79.99 price tag and a September 29th launch date.  Features for the entry level device include an 800MHz processor, 3.2-inch display, 3.2-megapixel camera, and full-sized sliding QWERTY keyboard.  Given the build of Android, the Enlighten also offers support for 3G Mobile Hotspot and Flash 10, widgets, and all that other fun stuff.  Additional hardware specs include a 2GB microSD card, support for Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), and GPS.

Look for the LG Enlighten online or in a Verizon store near you come September 29th.  The $79.99 price is with qualified two-year service agreements and a $50 mail-in rebate so keep that in mind if you’re thinking of grabbing one.

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Verizon Announces $99 4G LTE Pantech Breakout for September 22

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Verizon announced this morning that the Pantech Breakout will be arriving in stores and online come Thursday, September 22nd. Pricing will be $99 with a qualified two-year service agreement and after $50 mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card. Specifications for the handset include Android 2.3 Gingerbread, a 4-inch display, 5-megapixel (720p HD video) rear-facing camera, a VGA front-facing camera, and 4G LTE support. This is by far the least expensive 4G LTE device to be offered for Verizon so far as many fetch $249-$299 at launch. Additional details include an 8 GB pre-installed microSD, Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11 b/g/n),  and Bluetooth 3.0 support.

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Boost Mobile Announces $229 Samsung Transform Ultra for October 7

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Following closely on the heels of the Samsung Galaxy Prevail, Boost Mobile and Samsung are back again with another Android handset.  Come next month (October 7) Boost Mobile subscribers will be able to pick up the Samsung Transform Ultra for $229 without contract.  Features include a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 1GHz processor, 3-megapixel camera (rear), VGA front-facing camera, and 2GB microSD card.  

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HTC Unveils Sensation XE, Beats Audio and Processor Bump on Board

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HTC recently invested $300 million to make Beats Audio their exclusive partner, and it looks like we’re seeing that investment take flight. We recently told you that the first phone to feature the Bests Audio will be a refreshed version of HTC Sensation. Well, HTC is finally lifting the curtain and introducing their first ever Beats Audio phone, the HTC Sensation XE. It’ll feature the same design as the original Sensation, but with a few tweaks under the hood. The XE will be rocking:

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