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Sony Ericsson Brings Its Game to MWC

February 13, 2011 10:27 am | by Monica Alleven | News | Comments

Sony Ericsson takes the wraps off the PlayStation phone.

Report: VZW iPhone 4 Carries $171.35 BOM

February 11, 2011 7:15 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

IHS iSuppli today released the final results of its Verizon iPhone 4 teardown, which resulted in an estimated $171.35 bill of material (BOM).

Verizon Places First VoLTE Call

February 10, 2011 7:29 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless says it has placed the first voice call over its commercial LTE network, moving IMS-based Voice over LTE (VoLTE) from the lab to a commercial network for the first time.

eBay Looks to Cash in on Switchers to VZW iPhone

February 9, 2011 7:04 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

eBay is looking to help lessen the financial burden on those looking to make the switch from their current device or carrier to Verizon Wireless...

Report: Apple Redesigns Antenna for VZW iPhone

February 8, 2011 7:01 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

It appears that at least part of the Verizon iPhone's great reception is due to a fix by Apple this time around.

Wireless Players Spar in Super Bowl Ads

February 7, 2011 7:18 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

Some notable wireless players took Sunday night's Super Bowl as occasion to show off their marketing skills...

Verizon iPhone Preorders Break Company Records

February 4, 2011 7:05 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless is reporting that it has broken the company's first-day sales records for any device in a matter of hours.

Law Firm Demands FCC Files in VZW Data Case

February 4, 2011 7:00 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

The law firm of Smithwick & Belendiuk is asking the FCC to release documents detailing exchanges with Verizon Wireless over phony data charges...

Verizon Ready to Take iPhone Orders

February 2, 2011 7:21 am | by Monica Alleven | News | Comments

Existing Verizon Wireless customers who are early risers or just staying up late can order their iPhone 4 online starting at 3 a.m. Eastern time on Thursday, Feb. 3.

FCC Fights Verizon, MetroPCS Net Neutrality Suit

February 1, 2011 7:12 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

The FCC has asked a judge to dismiss lawsuits from Verizon and MetroPCS Communications that seek to repeal the agency's new net neutrality regulations.

Growth Slows, Sales Rise at Verizon Wireless

January 25, 2011 6:53 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless added fewer new customers in the fourth quarter but sales rose on increased data usage, the company said in its earnings announcement today.

Verizon Confirms $30 Unlimited Plan for iPhone

January 25, 2011 6:52 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

AT&T iPhone customers must be salivating at Verizon's confirmation today that it will offer a $30 unlimited 3G data plan to new iPhone users.

Verizon, Apple Debut iPhone Ads

January 24, 2011 6:56 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

The first advertisements for Verizon Wireless' long-awaited iPhone have appeared on YouTube.

Verizon Sues Over FCC Net Neutrality Order

January 21, 2011 6:50 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

Verizon Communication has filed an appeal challenging the FCC's net neutrality order, which passed by a 3-2 vote in December.

Up Front - iPhone at Verizon Changes Everything & Nothing

January 16, 2011 2:44 pm | by Monica Alleven, Editor-in-Chief | Articles | Comments

I admit it. I took the bait. I entered my phone number on Verizon Wireless’ site to see if I’m eligible to upgrade to the iPhone 4. I was already 99 percent sure of the answer, but I did it anyway, and of course, I’m not eligible until June 2012.

T-Mobile Steps up Attack Ads, Includes Verizon

January 13, 2011 6:52 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

T-Mobile USA has launched a new attack ad that takes aim at Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility...

Analysts: Android Stands to Lose from VZW iPhone

January 12, 2011 6:57 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless has been a huge backer of the Android operating system. The operator has thrown its formidable marketing muscle behind Motorola's Droid franchise...

Verizon’s Network Well-Prepped for iPhone

January 11, 2011 10:59 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless has plenty of practice dealing with data hogs and should be well-prepared for the iPhone.

Verizon iPhone 4 Lands, Apple Sees Immediate Gains

January 11, 2011 7:36 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

Well it's here. It's finally here. Verizon Wireless and Apple today annnounced that they have partnered to bring the long-awaited CDMA version of the iPhone 4 to Verizon Wireless' network.

Verizon iPhone Bad News for AT & T, Sprint?

January 11, 2011 7:34 am | by Maisie Ramsay | News | Comments

The arrival of a CDMA iPhone for Verizon Wireless is widely expected to raise customer defection at AT&T...

Report: Verizon to Announce iPhone Tomorrow

January 10, 2011 7:15 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

Verizon Wireless will finally announce an iPhone tomorrow, ending AT&T Mobility's exclusive hold on Apple's iconic device in the United States, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.

Carriers Boast Devices at CES

January 10, 2011 7:13 am | by Andrew Berg | News | Comments

The major carriers took the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas last week as an opportunity to expose network plans and unveil a boatload of new devices. Here's a quick snapshot of carrier announcements from the show: