It looks like Sprint has announced their latest durable and rugged candybar style handset. The device is the Kyocera DuraPlus and in addition to the rugged exterior design, the handset has goodies to include a built-in LED flashlight and Sprint Direct Connect support. The DuraPlus will arrive with Military Standard 810G certification against dust, shock, more »

Looking for a tough, ruggedized phone? Verizon Wireless and Casio just might have the right device for you and it’s called the CASIO G’zone Ravine 2. This compact and said to be durable device was created for outdoor enthusiasts and field workers. It was designed to withstand most extreme conditions and is equipped with G’zGEAR more »

Sprint has just announced that it will be launching its new Sprint Direct Connect service on October 2. If you’ve been a long-time Sprint customer, you’re probably aware that Sprint pioneered push-to-talk service in the US. Hence, it is but fitting for Sprint to relaunch this service taking stock of new and faster network technology. more »

Back in July, Sprint announced two phones that will take advantage of its new Direct Connect network. Direct Connect is a push-to-talk service that is identified by the iconic “chirp.” Sprint Direct Connect will become available on October 2.

Sprint announced a few new phones this morning. These phones are unlike the wave of smartphones that are being revealed every week. These new phones will take advantage of an upcoming service called Sprint Direct Connect. Direct Connect is a push-to-talk service that will be three times the size (2.7 million square miles) of Sprint’s current push-to-talk coverage area. It will be available in the fall. International push-to-talk will be rolled out in 2012.

Boost Mobile announced three new phones that it will add to its iDEN (Integrated Digital Enhanced Network) lineup. The Motorola Clutch +i475 (pictured), Motorola Theory and the Motorola i412 will all ship out this year at different times. All three phones can be used in conjunction with Boost Mobile’s $50 Monthly Unlimited with Shrinkage plan for $50 a month.

Sprint announced the upcoming availability of the Motorola i1 smartphone the other day and those hoping to pick up the handset will be able to do so as of July 25th. Well, for those who may not want to wait — the Motorola i1 is currently available with Boost Mobile. As for pricing and availability more »

Built to take advantage of Sprint’s Push-to-talk over cellular technology or PTT, here comes a duo of new phones, the Sanyo Pro-200 and Sanyo Pro-700. Both are going to have a clamshell form factor, and offer standard cellphone features such as text messaging, mobile email and Bluetooth connectivity. And while both phones support Qualcomm’s QChat more »