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Euphoria Over iPhone 5, Sprint’s Unlimited Data Plan
Sprint may launch iPhone 5 as the carrier is set to offer unlimited data plan, according to a report from Bloomberg.
iPhone 5 Release in October? Sprint Could Offer Unlimited Data Plan
Rumors about the iPhone5's release date have proliferated on the Web for quite some time, and now a Bloomberg report confirms the mid-October arrival of the Sprint-powered next-generation iPhone.
Lawmakers seek information on move to block AT&T merger
Top Republicans in the House Energy and Commerce Committee want more information on why regulators are not supporting AT&T Inc's $39 billion bid for Deutsche Telekom AG's T-Mobile USA.
NASA Satellite Falling: Will It Hit You?
A NASA satellite is expected to make a crash landing on Earth in late September or early October. No one knows where it will land, not even NASA. It could even land on you -- but luckily, you have a better chance of winning the lottery than of having a piece of the satellite fall on your head.
Even With the iPhone 5, Sprint Will Maintain Unlimited Data Plan
Sprint will keep its unlimited data plan even when it gets the iPhone 5 according to a report.
Yahoo’s Bartz Ouster was Tactless, Especially for Female CEO, Experts Say
Yahoo’s summary firing of CEO Carol Bartz knocked out one of the most visible women CEOs but also showed a phenomenon called the “glass cliff,” a technology professional women’s association said.
Galaxy S 2 Heading Droid Bionic's Way: Who Will be the Winner?
While the Samsung Galaxy S2 is yet to hit the U.S market, Motorola Droid Bionic has made its way on Verizon’s fast 4G network.
Apple iPhone 5 Arriving in October: Rumored Specs Roundup
There has been growing rumors that Apple's next-generation iPhone 5 would be seen in the hands of consumers in the first week of October.
iPhone 5 Will Reign Supreme: Eight Reasons Why
While the Samsung Galaxy S2 is grabbing success in other parts of the world and is about to hit the U.S. market, Motorola Droid Bionic has hit the ground and Apple’s iPhone 5 is crawling through slews of rumors to reach the release date.
Sprint iPhone 5 Release Date: Could Sprint’s Gain Also Benefit AT&T and Verizon?
If Sprint (S) obtains the right sell Apple's iPhone 5, will it spark a cell phone renaissance or an IPhone 5 Wave that benefits both AT&T (T) and Verizon (VZ), as well?
Motorola Droid Bionic and Upcoming HTC Phones May Spoil Samsung Galaxy S2's Party
Samsung Galaxy S2 has already wasted a lot of time, missing its summer window to hit the U.S. smartphone market and it isn’t set to launch until Sept.16, when Sprint will launch Galaxy S 2 Epic 4G Touch.
AT&T, T-Mobile Merger to go to Court on Sept. 21
In an order signed on Monday, Judge Ellen S. Huvelle of the United States District Court in Washington, has asked the Justice Department, AT&T and Deutsche Telekom, the parent company of T-Mobile USA, to file the joint plan by the due date and has ordered that the parties shall be prepared to discuss the prospects for settlement at a Sept. 21 status conference, according to reports.
Judge in AT&T/T-Mobile Case Sets Sept. 21 Hearing Date
The judge assigned to the federal antitrust case that seeks to undo the $39 billion takeover of T-Mobile USA by AT&T wants all parties to appear on Sept. 21.
AT&T T-Mobile Merger: Sprint Joins Legal Action Against Deal
In yet another lawsuit against AT&T and T-Mobile, Sprint filed Tuesday its own in an attempt to block AT&T from acquiring T-Mobile.
AT&T could lower T-Mobile bid price if remedies grow: report
AT&T Inc can lower the price it pays for T-Mobile USA Inc if the remedies requested by regulators become too expensive, a Bloomberg report said, citing three people with direct knowledge of the merger contract.
iPhone 5 in Spotlight as Rumors Point to October First Week Release
Apple iPhone 5 is grabbing attention from all corners as the consumer electronics major is prepping for a bigger iPhone market in the second half of the year. The iPhone 5 production rumors and the reported loss of a sensitive prototype have fueled release date rumors.
Sprint Joins Feds, Files Lawsuit to Block AT&T’s T-Mobile Takeover
Sprint Nextel filed its own lawsuit on Tuesday in an effort to derail a $39 billion deal that could have ATT&T take over T-Mobile. Sprint believes the merger could harm consumers and stifle competition.
Sprint Ready to Fight, Files Suit to Block AT&T, T-Mobile Merger
Sprint argues that the proposed takeover would harm retail consumers and corporate customers by causing higher prices and less innovation.
Sprint Sues AT&T on T-Mobile Claiming ‘Consumer Harm’
Sprint Nextel, the No.3 U.S. wireless carrier, filed a civil suit Tuesday to block the $39 billion takeover of T-Mobile USA by AT&T alleging it would “harm consumers” by stifling completion and innovation.
Deutsche Telekom Insists $3 Billion Breakup Fee Coming if AT&T Bid Fails
AT&T must pay a hefty break-up fee to Deutsche Telekom, the owner of T-Mobile USA, the German company said. Last week, the U.S. Justice Department filed to block the $39 billion deal.
Top 5 Phones That Could End Samsung Galaxy S2's Dominance
Samsung is facing too much of competition from other Android smartphone makers. The most-awaited Samsung's flagship Galaxy S2 has made it to the United States, quelling anticipation, but some contenders are there to spoil its party.
What Does Samsung Celox Have to Offer that iPhone 5’s Rumored Specs Don’t?
Samsung Celox could prove to be a potential ‘iPhone killer’ and create major problems for the Apple-made smartphone this fall.
Deutsche Telekom Taking iPhone 5 Pre-orders: Can We Expect U.S. T-Mobile Launch?
Getting itself back into the iPhone 5 news cycle, T-Mobile's parent company Deutsche Telekom has announced that it will start taking pre-orders for Apple's successor model to the iPhone 4.
AT&T, T-Mobile: Breaking Up is Hard to Do
AT&T's embarrassing debacle of pursing a merger with T-Mobile USA and posturing like federal regulatory approval was a given is public evidence of what others have quietly mused behind the scenes for some time -- that the telecommunications company is facing big internal problems.
Tech Wrap: AT&T Preps Plan to Salvage T-Mobile Deal
AT&T was expected to soon present a two-track plan that allows the company to try to find a settlement before the government lawsuit to block its planned $39 billion acquisition of smaller rival T-Mobile USA reaches the court. Details of AT&T’s proposed settlement were not available, but it is expected to include pledges to maintain T-Mobile’s relatively cheap mobile subscription plans, and asset sales.
Can Motorola Droid Bionic Beat Samsung Galaxy S2?
Apart from Apple Inc.'s iPhone 5, the most awaited Android Smartphones are the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the Motorola Droid Bionic. The much-awaited Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S2 smartphone has made it to the United States, quelling anticipation, and is set to compete with Motorola Droid Bionic for the market share.
D.Telekom could miss fee if AT&T deal fails: source
Deutsche Telekom AG could miss out on a multi-billion dollar break fee if regulatory hurdles cause the failure of its $39 billion deal to sell T-Mobile USA to AT&T, a person familiar with the matter said.
AT&T could escape fee in T-Mobile deal: source
AT&T may not have to pay Deutsche Telekom a multi-billion dollar breakup fee, even if its $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile USA fails, a person familiar with the matter said.
Best Buy Rumor of iPhone 5 Launch: October 1 or 21, Which Day to Bet on?
The rumor mill of Apple iPhone 5's release date has got another twist in the tale as new reports have emerged revealing that retailer Best Buy is set for an October launch of the much-awaited Apple iPhone 5. But hold on, there are contractions among the media reports regarding probable release dates.
AT&T Antitrust Suit: DOJ Wants to Preserve ‘Challenger Brand’
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has gone national in its lawsuit against the proposed merger of AT&T and T-Mobile.