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Republic Wireless clarifies unlimited by claiming they are “all-in” and throwing the Fair Use Policy out the window
We have seen some good and some not so good come in terms of the recently launched Republic Wireless. And well, coming a bit more recently, it looks like they are taking a stance on the whole unlimited thing. According to details that were recently posted on the Republic Wireless blog, the company has stated more »
Skype offers an hour of free Wi-Fi in select airports
Airports are always crowded during the holiday season. This is especially true around Christmas. In an effort to keep you connected in the event of a flight delay or layover, Skype is offering everyone an hour of Wi-Fi in the United States from December 21 to December 27.
Republic Wireless unlimited plan does have some limitations
Republic Wireless has finally revealed the details regarding its new Wi-Fi reliant mobile phone plans. Republic Wireless will use the LG Optimus to test its theory that the majority of people will use Wi-Fi to handle everyday tasks such as making calls, texting and browsing the web. Since customers will be using an assortment of Wi-Fi connections, they aren’t limited to how much they can use their phones in a given month. Once the Wi-Fi connections are lost, Republic Wireless expects customers to become more mindful of their consumption habits.
Republic Wireless will have an unlimited plan for $19 a month
Remember when we told you about Republic Wireless, the virtual network operator whose smartphones will rely primarily on a Wi-Fi connection? We just learned about some pricing and service details thanks to GigaOM. Apparently, $19 a month will be all you’ll have to pay to get unlimited voice, messaging and 3G data. We don’t mean “unlimited” until you reach a certain limit. Unlimited really does mean unlimited.
Sony Reader PRS-T1BC now available for pre-order, will begin shipping October 2nd
Sony introduced their latest Reader a few weeks back and it looks like pre-orders have come available. But perhaps a bit more important, the pre-order listing has come along with an official price tag as well as an expected shipping date. That begin said, the Sony Reader PRS-T1BC with Wi-Fi is priced at $149.99 and more »
Vodafone starts selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
The ongoing legal tussle between Apple and Samsung seems not enough to stop Vodafone UK from selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. That’s right, Vodafone has started offering said Android tablet under its various mobile data plans. If you’re in the UK and you want to own this great device, you can have one by more »
Verizon trying to limit Facetime over 3G
One of the criticisms about FaceTime — the video communication service by Apple — is the fact that it is locked to WiFi in order to save precious bandwidth space on cellular networks. However, a recent report is suggesting that Apple and Verizon are currently working on a deal that would provide Apple iPhone 4 more »
Public Wi-Fi users in China will be monitored by officials
Accessing a Wi-Fi access point in public places in China is not as personal as it once was. Users who want to use public Wi-Fi in locations such as cafes, restaurants, bookstores and other locations will have their identities and web activities monitored when they sign in. Businesses that provide Wi-Fi are obligated to comply or they will face the consequences.
WiFi Motorola Xoom receives Android 3.2 update, finally brings SD support
Based on a Google User’s comment in the Android Open Source Project forums several days ago, many believed that the Xoom would soon receive the Android 3.2 Honeycomb update. Today, it looks like that user was correct, as many owners of WiFi Xooms are reporting that Android Build HTJ85B (the 3.2 update) started appearing on more »
Wal-Mart cuts Motorola Xoom WiFi price to $499
If you’re in the market for an Android tablet and looking for a good deal, then you’ll be happy to know Wal-Mart recently slashed a $100 off the WiFi Motorola Xoom price. Previously, it cost $599, but now the Android Honeycomb tablet can be yours for $499. Keep in mind buying a WiFi tablet from more »















