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AT&T claims the HTC Titan runs Android 2.2

February 3, 2012 | By Surur

Talking about advertising fails, on AT&T’s website the much lauded HTC Titan is currently being promoted with a flash animation as running Android 2.2.

The other defining features of the handset is similarly murdered – the 4.7 inch screen is replaced with a 3.8 inch one, and the 8 megapixel camera with a 5 megapixel one.

See the flash animation, hopefully before AT&T yanks it, here.

Thanks Leon for the tip.

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HTC Titan II passes through FCC, suggests you hold it in your right hand

January 27, 2012 | By Surur

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The LTE-powered HTC Titan II has just passed through FCC, hopefully in time for the rumoured 18th March launch.

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The certification does not reveal anything interesting such as T-Mobile bands for example, but does show the location of the antennas, which suggests holding the phone in your left hand may occlude the WIFI antenna, and if your hand is big enough, the LTE antenna, while the right hand should not interfere with any of them.

How many of our readers are salivating for this handset? Let us know below.

See the FCC documents here.

Via Engadget.com

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Rumour: AT&T roadmap shows March 18th Nokia Lumia 900 launch for only $99

January 25, 2012 | By Surur

The BGR is claiming to have seen AT&T’s 2012 roadmap, and has confirmed the March 18th release of the LTE Nokia Lumia 900 on the network.

They real news however is the price point – they claim the LTE handset will be only $99 on contract – a new pricing level for a LTE handset which should spark some significant sales.

They warn however that the handset has not received technical acceptance yet, and that the launch may be delayed due to this.

Nokia Developer Newsletter confirms Nokia Lumia 900 March release

January 13, 2012 | By Surur

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Thanks to Paul Thurrott we have been expecting the Nokia Lumia 900 to be released in March this year. Nokia and Microsoft has however been very coy at CES, only talking in vague terms of ‘next few months’.

Now the official Nokia Developer Newsletter has blown the secret, confirming that the handset is expected in March this year. Paul Thurrott pinned it down more specifically to March 18th, which would be the third Sunday of the month.

Unfortunately similar leaks have not accompanied the HTC Titan II, so we do not know when Nokia’s main Windows Phone LTE competitor will be hitting the network, but it is rumoured that it may be sooner than the Lumia 900.

Thanks Pradyuman for the tip.

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Nokia Lumia 900 wins Best Smartphone of CES 2012 award

January 12, 2012 | By Surur

It must irk many Android OEMs, but CNET has voted the Nokia Lumia 900 as the best smartphone of CES.

The handset is seen as the real return of Nokia to USA, and has been lauded for its design and features.

CNET was not the only publication to laud the device. The Lumia 900 won a Popular Mechanics editor’s choice award for CES and took Popular Science “Product of the Future” award, and is one of LAPTOP magazine’s “Best of CES” finalists.

Hopefully all these plaudits will translate into actual sales in a few months, when the handset is set to be released on AT&T.

Via Nokia Conversations

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Nokia releases Nokia Lumia 900 introduction video

January 12, 2012 | By Surur

Nokia has posted this intro video for the Nokia Lumia 900.

Touting the good reception and uninterrupted downloads, the short video is clearly taking a swipe at the iPhone 4.

The video is likely just the start of Operation ‘Rolling Thunder’ which is rumoured to see Nokia and Microsoft spend up to $200 advertising the handset.

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More Nokia Lumia 900 specs than you can shake a stick at

January 10, 2012 | By Surur

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Nokia USA has posted the full specs of the Nokia Lumia 900 which should answer the most obsessive questions about the device.

Of note is that the handset has 16 GB of storage, has a gyroscope and dual microphones.

See the full multi-page specs here.

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Steve Ballmer teases AT&T LTE phones

January 9, 2012 | By Surur

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AT&T had a press conference today, and while Ralph De la Vega announced AT&T’s Android LTE line-up he also took a minute to tease some Windows Phone devices.

Ralph De la Vega said he saw tremendous potential for the platform, and was joined Steve Ballmer who called Windows Phones "gorgeous, classy and satisfying." He also teased that there were more information on devices coming later today and bragged about 50K apps in marketplace.

He also discussed Windows 8, which is expected to see wide AT&T involvement via tablets later this year.

AT&T is widely expected to announce the Nokia Lumia 900 at CES. The handset is expected to have LTE and to arrive on the network in March 2012.

Via CNET.com

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Accessories for unannounced AT&T Nokia Lumia 900 shows up on Amazon

January 9, 2012 | By Surur

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It will not be long now before the Nokia Lumia 900 is supposed to be officially announced, but it seems that has not stopped Amazon for jumping the gun somewhat by making this accessories pack available.

Interestingly the pack confirms that the handset is coming to AT&T, another open secret but one which will likely continue to disappoint Verizon users.

We expect everything to be revealed in just a few hours, so keep an eye on the site.

Thanks Isaac for the tip.

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HTC Radiant LTE Windows Phone pictured

January 4, 2012 | By Surur

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Pocketnow have just posted this picture which purports to be HTC’s first LTE Windows Phone 7 handset.

The device still has a massive 4.7 inch screen, but appears subtly thicker, likely to accommodate a larger battery to power the LTE radio.

According to earlier leaks the handset is not expected to reach AT&T stores at the same time as the Nokia Lumia 900, which is rumoured for an 18th March appearance, but will show up on AT&T some time afterward.

Pocketnow notes that according to their tipster this device will not be confined to USA, but should also hit antipodean stores on Telstra Australia.

Read more of our HTC Radiant coverage here.

Via Pocketnow.com

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Nokia 900/Ace To Launch With $100 Million Marketing Campaign In US

January 4, 2012 | By Pradeep

According to sources of betanews, Nokia Ace/900 will launch with $100 million marketing campaign in US later this year. Betanews also reports that Nokia Ace will be launched as a hero device in AT&T just as iPhone where AT&T will be heavily promoting it across their stores and channels.

The Ace will launch in late March, sources confirm, along with a marketing campaign that will run in the neighborhood of $100 million. However, sources were reluctant to say exactly how that $100 million spend might be divvied up among the principals — AT&T, Microsoft or Nokia. The Ace will launch first on AT&T, where Microsoft has reached an agreement with the carrier to give it “hero” status. This means that AT&T itself will promote the device in its advertising, through its retail channels and direct store associates to push the device within its stores.
Such a move is a first for a Windows Phone here in the United States, a place where the platform has languished behind larger competitors.

The report seems to be true to me because even we heard a news from a source stating that Microsoft is looking to solve the retail sales issues of Windows Phone in a big way. So this must be their big way ! ! If Nokia 900 becomes AT&T’s hero device, then retail people at AT&T stores will no longer divert you from buying a Windows Phone, instead they will convince you to buy one.

Source: Betanews

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Nokia to show up at AT&T developer conference

January 3, 2012 | By Surur

devattnok Its not like we need much more confirmation that Nokia is releasing a phone on the AT&T network, but this entry on AT&T’s Developer Conference Schedule at CES should put even the worst sceptics at rest.

At the event Nokia will talk about developing for Windows Phone, saying:

Nokia: Building a Top Windows Phone Application – 2:30 – 3:15

Mobile devices and applications have become a natural extension of their users, and as such, consumers now demand showcase experiences from the apps they use on a daily basis. Have you ever wondered what the secret sauce is that differentiates typical apps from breakout successes that provide truly unique experiences? Does your application exhibit “wow factor” functionality that users can’t seem to live without and show off proudly to their friends and family? The Windows Phone Mango platform allows developers to easily unlock the full potential of their product. Showcase apps take full advantage of these unique capabilities by leveraging Live Tiles, deep linking, OS integration, localization, and background processing. When used in conjunction with a well thought-out application design and the Metro UI design language, end-users are left with a satisfying experience that just feels right. When finished, you will have gained pragmatic guidance based on real-life examples on how to create a true showcase application.

Nokia is widely expected to announce the Nokia Lumia 900 there, a device with a 4.3 inch screen and LTE, both specs which should please the US audience.

Read more of our coverage of the Nokia Lumia 900 here

Via Neowin.net

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Nokia Lumia 900 render assembled from bits and pieces

January 2, 2012 | By Surur

nokia-lumia-900- A few days ago Pocketnow revealed a supposed render of an AT&T-branded Nokia Lumia 900 which was unfortunately cut into 3 bits, top, middle and bottom.

TheNokiaBlog reader Brian has now assembled the bits into one coherent picture which resembles, but is clearly very different from the Nokia Lumia 800.

For one thing it seems the iconic curved glass is gone, and of course there are numerous other more obvious differences, such as the front facing camera and different appearance of the ear piece.

Rumours are strongly suggesting we will see the handset, which is said to have a 4.3 inch screen and LTE, announced at CES in a week’s time, and be made available on March 18th, according to Paul Thurrott.

The Nokia Lumia 900 (Ace) is a rumoured Windows Phone with a 4.3” ClearBlack AMOLED screen, HSPA+ and LTE data speeds, and a 1.4 GHz single-core processor. It is rumoured to have an 8-megapixel rear camera and 16 GB or 32 GB of storage. Front-facing camera and gyro sensor is currently unknown. It is rumoured to be released Q1 2012 on AT&T. Other country release dates are currently unknown. Full specs…

Via WPCentral.com

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