12th June 2008, 9:30 AM   by Eric M. Zeman

Today Sprint announced that it will begin offering QChat-capable handsets in 40 additional markets. The 40 markets will be able to use the LG LX400, Samsung Z400, and the Sanyo Pro 200 and Pro 700 to access the Rev. A-dependent QChat push-to-talk service. Some of the markets include: Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. The QChat phones will be available at retail and telesales channels starting June 15.

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12th June 2008, 9:13 AM   by Eric M. Zeman

Today, Sprint announced a new shortcut for American Automobile Association members when they need assistance. They can dial *AAA, and be automatically connected with AAA's roadside assistance operators.

12th June 2008, 7:30 AM   by Eric M. Zeman   updated Today, 7:54 AM

Today Verizon Wireless and Palm announced that Verizon will begin selling the Palm Centro for $99 with a new contract. The Verizon version of the Centro is identical to the version that's been available on Sprint's network since late 2007. It will be available beginning tomorrow, Friday, June 13.

June 12th 2008, 7:20 AM   by Eric M. Zeman   updated Today, 8:46 AM

Today Nokia announced the 1508 bar-style phone for CDMA networks. It has CDMA 1x data, and an FM radio for listening to music, though its headset jack is the non-standard 2.5mm size. It uses a microUSB port for charging, and runs the Series 40 user interface with BREW 2.1 and support for BREW applications. It will come in red, navy blue, and black. No carriers have announced plans to sell this device, but it is compatible with Alltel, Sprint and Verizon Wireless' networks.

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