Motorola Rolls Out Android Jelly Bean To Electrify M

(GSM Insider) - Motorola Rolls Out Android Jelly Bean To Electrify M .

Motorola was announced its plans to roll out the Android Jelly Bean update to the Motorola Electrify M. This device is only available at the U.S. Cellular of the United States. 

The Android Jelly Bean update will bring Project Butter, Google Now, enhanced notifications and many tweaks for Motorola Electrify M. You can manually check out for the update or wait for its automatic update.

Recently, Motorola Droid Razr HD LTE, Motorola Razr M, Motorola Razr i, Motorola Atrix 2, Motorola Droid Razr and Motorola Droid Razr Maxx were received the Android Jelly Bean update. On the other hand, Motorola Xoom not getting the Jelly Bean anytime soon. 

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US Cellular Launches Samsung Galaxy Axiom, Priced At $399

(GSM Insider) - This mysterious Samsung Galaxy Axiom launched by US Cellular and now its on sale at the network.

Samsung Galaxy Axiom looks like Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini in certain angle and the specs are identical as well. It has a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 4-inch of WVGA display, 5-megapixels at the back and 1.3-megapixels at the front and compatible with 4G LTE network. It runs on Android 4.0 ICS. 

Samsung Galaxy Axiom available at US Cellular for $79.90 on 2years contract or $399 without any contract. Head to US Cellular page for more information. 

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Samsung Galaxy Axiom For US Cellular Leaks, Another Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini Variant

(GSM Insider) - The Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini is heading to US Cellular soon. However, it will arrive with different name - Samsung Galaxy Axiom. The model number of Samsung Galaxy Axiom is SGH-R830.

From the leaked image that spotted at Twitter, the Samsung Galaxy Axiom looks similar like the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini. Just the name is different. 

According to @evleaks at Twitter, the Samsung Galaxy Axiom comes with Snapdragon S4 MSM8960 dual-core processor, 4 inch WVGA display, 1GB of RAM and 4GB of internal memory. The rear camera has 5 mega-pixels while the front camera has 1.3 mega-pixel. Samsung Galaxy Axiom is compatible with LTE network. The Android version should be at least 4.1 Jelly Bean. 

At the moment, no pricing yet on this Samsung Galaxy Axiom. We hope that the price of Samsung Galaxy Axiom wont be too high after all. The device pronounce as A-seom? What do you think? 

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Motorola ELECTRIFY M For US Cellular Announced, 4.3 inch, Dual-Core and 8MP

(GSM Insider) - Motorola just announced that Motorola ELECTRIFY M is heading to US Cellular. Motorola ELECTRIFY M is a 4G LTE-enabled smartphone.

Here are the key specifications of Motorola ELECTRIFY M:

Display: 4.3 inches Super AMOLED
Resolution: qHD
Processor: 1.5GHz dual-core
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 8GB
Operating system: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Camera: 8MP with LED flash, 1.3MP
Connectivity: NFC, 3G/4G (LTE) and Wi-Fi connectivity, GPS, Bluetooth
Battery: 2000mAh

Motorola ELECTRIFY M is the Motorola Droid M variant for US Cellular. The price of Motorola ELECTRIFY M starts from $99. At the moment, US Cellular is upgrading its 4G LTE network. Some areas might able to receive the 4G LTE network and some might not. Be patient until the upgrading process done. 

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U.S. Cellular Unveils Huawei Ascend Y and Alcatel ONE TOUCH Shockwave, Prices And Specs Detailed

(GSM Insider) - Another two new devices available at the US Cellular - Huawei Ascend Y and Alcatel ONE TOUCH Shockwave. Both are low end budget Android smartphone with low specs which is suitable for Android smartphone beginner.

Here are the key specifications of Alcatel ONE TOUCH Shockwave:

Display: 3.5 inches HVGA display
Processor: 800MHz single-core
RAM: 512MB
ROM: 1GB
Operating system: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Camera: 3.2MP with flash
Dimension: 4.6" x 2.4" x 0.46"
Weight: 4.41 ounces
Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth
Extras: Water, Dust, and Shock Resistant
Battery capacity: 1400mAh

Here are the key specifications for Huawei Ascend Y:


Display: 3.5 inches HVGA display
Processor: 800MHz single-core
RAM: N / A
ROM: N / A
Operating system: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Camera: 3.2MP with flash
Dimension: 4.72" x 2.60" x 0.54"
Weight: 5.47 ounces
Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth
Battery capacity: 1400mAh

Both of these devices are low end smartphone. Therefore, the prices are not high. The Huawei Ascend Y available for $0.01 while the Alcatel ONE TOUCH Shockwave does not have price yet. Please visit US Cellular site at below. 

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Samsung Confirms Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update Coming To US Galaxy S III Variatns "In Coming Months"

(GSM Insider) - Finally, the news had confirms by Samsung as the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update is coming soon to the Samsung Galaxy S3 in the United States. There are different variants of Samsung Galaxy S3 as all are expect to receive the Jelly Bean update in coming months.

According to market watch, Samsung confirms that 4.1 Jelly Bean update coming to its Galaxy S3 in the USA. There are five different variants of Samsung Galaxy S3 in the United States - AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and U.S Cellular. 

Although it stated that the update coming soon in the coming months. But the exact date still belongs to the carriers. You can do now is to pray that your carrier will release the update as early as possible.  [source]

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U.S. Cellular Announced Samsung Galaxy Metrix 4G, Price And Specs Detailed

(GSM Insider) - Today, U.S. Cellular announces the Samsung Galaxy Metrix 4G. This gives another choice for US Cellular subscribers. Samsung Galaxy Metrix 4G is an Android powered smartphone. The smartphone selling at the price of $179.00 after $100 mail-in rebate. 

Read the press statement from US Cellular about the Samsung Galaxy Metrix 4G that include the specs and features:

U.S. CELLULAR LAUNCHES NEXT 4G LTE SMARTPHONE: SAMSUNG GALAXY METRIX 4G

QWERTY Keyboard Device Available Online Today and In Stores Friday

CHICAGO (August 22, 2012) – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) and Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (Samsung Mobile), have announced that the Samsung^® Galaxy Metrix™ 4G is available online today at uscellular.com and will be available in stores on Friday, August 24. The Android™ powered smartphone runs on the 4G LTE™ network, with speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. The Galaxy Metrix 4G sells for $179.00 after a $100 mail-in rebate and $129.00 after a $100 mail-in rebate in markets where 4G LTE service is currently available and will be available by the end of 2012. Visit uscellular.com for detailed pricing.

The Galaxy Metrix 4G has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard to get your message out quickly and a front-facing camera for easy video chatting. The 4.0-inch touchscreen allows you to clearly view movies and video games and use the Internet on-the-go. You also have access to Google Play™, a one-stop shop for Android users to access nearly half a million apps, millions of songs and books, and thousands of movies.

“We are excited to offer our latest 4G LTE smartphone for our customers to help them get more done in less time,” said Edward Perez, vice president of sales and marketing operations for U.S.Cellular. “The large touchscreen and popular QWERTY keyboard for fast typing make the Galaxy Metrix 4G the go-to device for customers who depend on their smartphone to keep up with their busy schedules.”

Highlighted features:

• Slide-out QWERTY keyboard
• 1 GHz processor
• 4.0-inch touchscreen
• 5 megapixel rear-facing camera and camcorder
• Front-facing camera

The Galaxy Metrix 4G will be available to all U.S. Cellular customers and will run on the 4G LTE network in markets where it is available and on U.S. Cellular’s nationwide 3G network in all other areas.

U.S. Cellular customers enjoy unique benefits, such as new devices faster without continuously signing contracts, free Overage Protection and free Battery Swap. U.S. Cellular also offers customers the only points-based rewards program in the industry, which rewards customers for simple things, such as paying bills on-time, adding a line or referring friends and family. Points may be used for faster phone upgrades, additional lines, devices, accessories and ringtones.

U.S. Cellular, in partnership with King Street Wireless, currently offers 4G LTE service covering 31 percent of their customers in select cities in Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas and Wisconsin. Later this year, 4G LTE coverage will expand to cover select cities in Illinois, Maryland, Missouri, New Hampshire, Oregon, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia. By the end of 2012, 58 percent of U.S. Cellular customers will enjoy faster 4G LTE speeds.  For more information about the 4G LTE experience, visit uscellular.com/4G.

The Galaxy Metrix 4G will be available for $179.00 after a $100 mail-in rebate. It will be available for $129.00 after a $100 mail-in rebate in markets where 4G service is available today or will be available by the end of 2012. Visit uscellular.com for detailed pricing. Purchase of a data plan is required and a new two-year agreement and activation fee may apply for new customers. Additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply.

Samsung, Galaxy and Metrix are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks. 4G used in connection with the Samsung Galaxy Metrix refers to the fact that it is capable of operating on U.S. Cellular’s 4G network.

About King Street Wireless, L.P.
King Street Wireless, L.P. currently holds 700 MHz wireless spectrum in 27 states and is partnering with Chicago-based U.S. Cellular to deliver high-speed 4G LTE service to U.S. Cellular’s customers in several of the carrier’s markets.  King Street Wireless is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia where it is recognized for its involvement in its community both through its economic development and philanthropic efforts. To learn more about King Street Wireless, visit www.kingstreetwireless.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world’s most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network that has the highest call quality of any national carrier. Currently, 31 percent of customers have access to 4G LTE speeds and 58 percent will have access by the end of 2012. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates Customer Service Champion in 2012 for the second year in a row. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular andYouTube.com/uscellularcorp.  [Source]

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US Cellular Launched Motorola Electrify 2, Price And Specs Detailed

Today, Motorola has joined hands the operator U.S. Cellular launched a new customized version of the Defy XT, also released an ultra-thin dual-core machine - Motorola Electrify 2.

Motorola Electrify 2 is a candy bar touch screen mobile phone, it uses level ColorBoost 4.3 inches qHD (540 × 960 pixels) touch screen, equipped with 1.2GHz clocked dual-core processor with 1GB RAM and 8GB body memory, and run nowadays morethe new Android 4.0 operating system, also support 1080p HD video recording 8 megapixel rear camera, body thickness of only 8.4 mm, the overall configuration is excellent.

Motorola Electrify 2 the first local time on August 1, available at the online store of the U.S. carrier U.S. Cellular U.S. Cellular retail stores, and landed the next day, the two-year contract priced at $ 180, or about 1150 yuan.

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