Feb 9, 2012 : Comments
HTC outlines Ice Cream Sandwich update plan, set to begin at the end of March
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Samsung Replenish set to receive software update soon
Right after we just told you about the EVO Shift 4G by HTC getting a software update soon, the Replenish by Samsung is set to receive its own update as well. This is a smaller update than what the EVO Shift is getting, as it is specifically meant for security purposes. With that in mind, it wouldn't be surprising to hear that the Carrier IQ settings lingering on the... Read more » HTC EVO Shift 4G software update set to kick off on February 7
If you happen to own the EVO Shift 4G by HTC for Sprint, then we've got some good news for you. Well, Sprint has some good news for you, we're just passing it along. A software update is on its way to the device, as long as you can hold out until February 7th. The software update will bring your version up to 2.77.651.3, and it's meant to not only add some bug and... Read more » ZTE Optik for Sprint officially announced
It has been a little while since we first heard about the ZTE Optik, an Android-based tablet reportedly heading to Sprint. Back then it was just a rumor, but Sprint has decided to squash the rumors and finally officially unveil the device. Despite being manufactured by a company that isn't necessarily a well known name here in the States, the tablet itself isn't... Read more » Samsung Nexus S 4G gets a taste of Ice Cream Sandwich
It has been a little while now since Google released the official update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for the GSM-based version of the Nexus S by Samsung. But there's been no word on when the CDMA-based Nexus S 4G, the one released for Sprint, will be getting the update. If you're someone who can't wait, though, there's a new ROM with the latest build of Android... Read more » Samsung Galaxy Nexus for Sprint sign-up page goes live
The Samsung Galaxy Nexus may not be the hot topic on the Internet anymore, but that doesn't mean there aren't still plenty of people out there eagerly waiting to get their hands on it. Especially Sprint subscribers. And the anticipation has only gotten worse for most folks after Sprint officially announced the device's incoming status. Of course, we're still waiting... Read more » Samsung Galaxy S II Epic Touch 4G drops to $99 at Amazon
Amazon Wireless has been offering some great deals on Android phones lately, and they have just added Sprint's version of the Galaxy S II to the mix. The Samsung Galaxy S II Epic Touch 4G is now $99 with a new two-year contract at Amazon, $100 less than what Sprint currently charges. Users looking to upgrade will have to pay a little extra, and it comes out to $149.... Read more » ZTE Optik to hit Sprint online February 5, retail March 11
Sprint hasn't launched many new devices lately, but they are planning to bring another tablet to the table next month. Known as the ZTE Optik, it features decent specs at a great price. The device's specs include: 7-inch display 1.2GHz dual-core processor 16GB internal memory 1GB of RAM 4,000 mAh battery 5-megapixel primary camera 2-megapixel front... Read more » Samsung Epic 4G Touch for Sprint set to receive update beginning today
We've seen that HTC-branded devices under Sprint's wing have been getting updates recently, and now it looks like Samsung's Epic 4G Touch is set to get an update sent its way beginning today. According to Sprint, some devices out there are already receiving the EL29 update. As usual, Sprint is rolling the update out in stages, so if you don't have it yet, don't... Read more » HTC is working hard to remove Carrier IQ from Sprint devices
Yesterday we told you that the recent maintenance and security update for the HTC EVO 3D actually included the removal of all Carrier IQ software on the device as well. We had heard in the past that this was exactly what Sprint was trying to do with manufacturers releasing devices on their network, and HTC has recently confirmed that they plan to update the rest of... Read more » LG Marquee and Samsung Transform Ultra now free on Sprint for limited time
Anyone on Sprint's network (or planning to join) should pay attention, as the Now Network is currently offering two mid-range handsets for the low price of free. The LG Marquee and Samsung Transform Ultra have just received a limited-time price cut, so hurry. Both offer mid-range specs, and normally sell for $79.99 (Transform Ultra) and $99.99 (Marquee). Sprint... Read more » 
