Scott Webster

Amazon Fire HDX 7 hits AT&T stores on Friday

AT&T now offering the 7-inch Amazon tablet online and in-store. Josh Miller/CNET AT&T will soon have a product to pair with Amazon’s struggling Fire Phone. On Friday, the Dallas telecommunications provider will begin selling the Kindle Fire HDX 7 , Amazon’s latest tablet. By itself, the Fire HDX 7 costs $100 with a two-year contract, …

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AT&T nabs Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 for October 24

The Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 arrives at AT&T later this week. Samsung AT&T kicked off the week today by announcing the arrival its latest Android handset. Following closely on the heels of the Galaxy Note 4 , the 6-inch Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 joins Ma Bell’s lineup on October 24. Related Links How to remove bloatware on the Samsung Galaxy …

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Verizon’s next Droid slated for October 28

The invitations are here! Verizon will officially introduce the next member of its Droid family of smartphones on October 28. Related Links Leaked Motorola Droid Turbo tips specs and software features Alleged Droid Turbo photos leak online Verizon, Motorola to unveil fast-charging Droid in October In addition to the invitation received by media outlets such as CNET, visitors of the …

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AT&T debuts Passport plans for international travelers

AT&T’s intros new one-time Passport bundles for international travelers. Screenshot by Scott Webster/CNET AT&T on Monday announced new options for customers who expect to take their smartphones to with them to select international markets. The program, called Passport, includes three one-time purchase alternatives to the carrier’s recurring Global packages. Related Links AT&T picks up Moto G LTE for October 10 …

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Sharp Aquos Crystal comes to Sprint, Boost Mobile

The Sharp Aquos Crystal has almost no bezel around the display. Sarah Tew/CNET After nearly two months of waiting, Sprint is finally making the Sharp Aquos Crystal available for purchase. The affordable and practically frameless 5-inch smartphone will go on sale beginning Friday, October 17. Related Links Sprint eyes budget-minded customers with the Sharp Aquos Crystal Sharp’s new smartphone has …

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Leaked Motorola Droid Turbo tips specs and software features

Verizon is expected to introduce the Droid Turbo later this month. motofirmware.com A newly discovered Motorola Droid Turbo user manual has found its way online, tipping Verizon’s hand for an upcoming exclusive. Assuming it’s the real McCoy, we should soon look for powerful device that features some of the Moto X’s (2014) best software touches. Related Links Alleged Droid Turbo …

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Verizon schedules HTC Desire 612 for October 9 debut

The HTC Desire 612 is an entry-level smartphone housed in a plastic shell. Verizon Verizon Wireless on Tuesday announced that its next smartphone, the HTC Desire 612, will grace its network later this week. The entry-level handset is a variation of the Desire 610 and is akin to an HTC take on the Moto G LTE . Related Links HTC …

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AT&T picks up Moto G LTE for October 10

Motorola’s Moto G LTE is easier than most on the wallet. Andrew Hoyle/CNET AT&T, wasting no time shaking off the weekend, announced on Monday the upcoming arrival of the Moto G LTE . This isn’t the second-generation Moto G launched last month, mind you, it’s the LTE-ready model introduced this past June. Related Links Motorola Moto G 4G LTE review …

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Virgin Mobile intros LG Tribute, rejiggers Unlimited rate plans

Virgin Mobile gives customers more options with revised rate plans. Screenshot by Scott Webster/CNET Virgin Mobile on Monday introduced its latest Android phone, the LG Tribute. Priced at $80, standout details include a 4.5-inch display, 5-megapixel rear camera, and 4GB internal storage. In addition, the carrier also made noticeable changes to its Unlimited service plans. Effective immediately, customers have more …

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HTC Desire Eye could boast 13

What’s better than one 13-megapixel camera? You already know the answer. Aloysius Low/CNET HTC could soon introduce a smartphone with two — count ’em, two — 13-megapixel cameras. Indeed, a selfie-centered handset may be approaching. Related Links HTC sends invites for mystery event on Oct. 8 HTC prepping yet another One M8 variant, leaks suggest HTC clings to profit as …

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