Palm Treo Pro on Sprint, Verizon?

As of now its only a rumor but it looks like the Palm Treo Pro will be headed to Sprint on or around January 11th of 2009. Its basically the best Palm phone ever created although we’re not sure QUITE how much that says for it… Palm fans would say that means an awful lot.

And if Sprint gets the Palm Treo Pro, we can only speculate that a CDMA Verizon version would follow closely behind. The more carriers this gets on the better… for Palm, Palm fans and the carriers that acquire it.

[Via BGR]

BlackBerry Storm Reviews & Round Up

The BlackBerry Storm will officially be launched on Verizon Wireless tomorrow and tons of the top tech blogs are reporting their detailed reviews of the phone. We wanted to round up the top BlackBerry Storm reviews (seen below) and bring you a couple more details pertinent to the release.

Two extra tidbits that are worth noting:

And now onto the BlackBerry Storm reviews. Here are a bunch of great ones in no special order:

CNET Reviews the BlackBerryStorm
They give it a 3.5 out of 5 stars and say, “The RIM BlackBerry Storm may blow in a frenzy for Verizon Wireless subscribers wanting a touch screen similar to the Apple iPhone. However, die-hard texters, e-mailers, and corporate users may be better served with the BlackBerry Bold or other QWERTY device.”

Gizmodo Reviews the BlackBerry Storm
The title - Not Quite A Perfect Storm - concluding the innovative touchscreen isn’t enough to overcome some of its flaws and become the elite phone on the market. But it WILL have plenty of fans: “The Storm is a strong effort from RIM, but it’s not quite the killer phone that they or Verizon need it to be. It’s good—RIM clearly put a lot of thought into the design. But I think it fall short of what they were aiming for, and ultimately what all the hype is driving people to expect. Some of this is fixable: The damn thing needs to crash less often. But SurePress is not the end-all, be-all of touchscreen technologies—it’s not really an evolutionary step forward, even. The experience may be fairly refined, but more polish is still needed. Had this Storm been left to brew a bit longer, it would’ve been much more powerful.”

CrunchGear Reviews the BlackBerry Storm
Not an iPhone killer, but nevertheless a decent phone that should get plenty of normal phone enthusiasts excited about BlackBerry: “I won’t be ditching my Bold or iPhone 3G for the Storm, but if you’ve been waiting for it then I strongly encourage you to go to your local Verizon Wireless store and spend some time with it. I don’t think hardcore BlackBerry users will like it if you’re used to shortcuts and hot keys and hammering out text, but if you’re a casual user looking for a touch-screen device (which is the market RIM seems to be going after here) then go for it.”

Boy Genius Report Reviews the BlackBerry Storm
In perhaps the most glowing review, BGR says VZW customers would be crazy not to get the storm but questions whether people will/should switch carriers for the device: “Here’s our honest to god non-biased conclusion… this is the best phone to ever touch Verizon Wireless so far. If you’re a Verizon Wireless subscriber and a dumb phone won’t cut it, you’d be pretty air-headed to not pick this bad boy up above any other smartphone in Verizon’s lineup. It’s the “realest” touch screen Verizon has ever got. Not a piece of crap Voyager or Dare, but a real usable smartphone, depending on your needs.”

Walt Mossberg Reviews The BlackBerry Storm
WM from AllThingsD gave the Storm a spin and takes a very even, level headed approach to the review and conclusion: “Overall, the Storm is a very capable handheld computer that will appeal to BlackBerry users who have been pining for a touch-controlled device with a larger screen. And it offers yet another good option for anyone who is looking to buy one of the new, more powerful, pocket computers.”

Mobility Today 30-Minute Video Review
Wow… talk about covering it all… here it the most detailed and thorough video review you will find of the BlackBerry Storm on the web:

Vodafone Storm UK How To Videos
The CrackBerry Blog posted a series of videos about the Vodafone version of the BlackBerry Storm. They were first posted in the Vodafone Help Center but we’ve got to give CrackBerry the credit for digging them up.

Now take all this great knew knowledge instilled upon you and head over to the BlackBerry Storm Forum on MobileRoar to get all the conversation out of your system!

Motorola VE240 on Cricket & Metro PCS

It seems only the big carriers get love. What are gadget lovers in small rural areas to do when they want their phone fix from their own service provider? Weeping in the corner is usually one of the only options. But come out for a moment to check out the Motorola VE240.

Unfortunately, THIS is why, the smaller carriers don’t get enough love. The press release’s headline boasts of VALUE - a decidedly unsexy term that most customers on Cricket & Metro probably enjoy. Yet only 12 people in the nation would actually read the press release because they’re not reading gadget news online… they’re dilly dallying into their local store hoping to get a cheap phone that might even connect to the interwebs.

Some folks are forced to use smaller carriers… after all, sometimes you’re stuck with who ya got based on where ya live, right? If you’re one of those 12 people feel free to chime in on the comments, located after the full and depressing press release:

Motorola Introduces Value-Packed MOTO™ VE240 with Mobile Music and Hands-Free Convenience

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Nov. 14, 2008 – Motorola, Inc. today announced MOTO™ VE240 will be arriving soon to Cricket Communications, Inc., (a wholly owned subsidiary of Leap Wireless International, Inc.), and to Metro PCS Communications, Inc. The new MOTO VE240 is a sleek candy-bar style device that brings cutting-edge features, such as MP3 and Stereo Bluetooth® Wireless Technology¹, at an attractive price point customers will love.

“MOTO VE240 will help consumers further enjoy the benefits offered by two of the nation’s top providers of unlimited wireless communications with its many features and great looks,” said Kathleen Finato, vice president of sales, Motorola. “We are delighted to offer the features most important to consumers with impressive quality at an unbelievable value.”

The full music experience is enjoyed with MOTO VE240’s MP3 player with a dedicated music key, 4GB of optional removable memory, high audio speakerphone and USB 2.0 full-speed technology for fast file transfers from a PC² (optional cable required). Through Stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, MOTO VE240 makes it easy for users to enjoy high-fidelity sound when paired with compatible Bluetooth-enabled headsets.

Availability
The VE240 will be available from Cricket Communications in the Tulsa market tomorrow, and all Cricket Communications and MetroPCS markets in the coming weeks. Consumers can obtain additional information at any local Cricket retail location and online at www.mycricket.com or any MetroPCS authorized dealer locations and company-owned retail locations and online at www.metropcs.com.

About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com.

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Maria Parra
Motorola, Inc.
Office: 954-723-5272
E-mail: maria.parra@motorola.com

Certain mobile phone features may not be available throughout the entire network or their functionality may be limited. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

¹This device supports Bluetooth OPP, FTP, BIP, BPP, HFP, and A2DP profiles. In order for Bluetooth devices to communicate with one another, they must utilize the same Bluetooth profile. To determine the profiles supported by other Motorola devices, visit www.motorola.com/bluetooth. For other devices, contact their respective manufacturer. Certain Bluetooth features including those listed may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices, or by certain wireless carriers. Contact your wireless carrier about feature availability and functionality.

² Network-dependent feature, not available in all areas. Airtime, data charges and/or additional charges may apply. Wireless e-mail functionality requires an e-mail account with wireless server capabilities.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. 2008. Windows Mobile, Microsoft, SharePoint, Windows, Outlook, and MSN are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2008. All rights reserved.

[Via Motorola PR]

iPhone 3G Landing At Wal-Mart December 28th

It seems like a sin to say the words iPhone and Wal-Mart in the same sentence. The first is the definition of mobile beauty and grace while the latter is a warehouse of everything cheap and affordable. The two worlds will collide on December 28th when the iPhone 3G goes on sale at Wal-Mart.

This comes courtesy of BGR tipsters who claim to have an internal Wal-Mart memo that the website leaked a few hours ago. Here is that memo in its aledged entirety:

We are pleased to announce that Wal-Mart has reached agreement with Apple to offer iPhone 3G in Wal-Mart and Wal-Mart-managed Sam’s Club* Connection Centers nationwide beginning December 28, 2008.  AT&T will support Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club with the activation process for iPhone 3G, and we need all National Retail employees engaged to ensure a successful launch.

*NOTE: This product launch DOES NOT apply to SC Kiosks within Sam’s Club managed by Radio Shack.

Wal-Mart has communicated the following launch plans and execution timeline to their employees:

  • iPhone 3G will be available in-store only beginning 12/28/08
  • New and existing customers in good standing can purchase iPhone 3G with a 2 year contract
  • iPhone 3G transactions only will be processed through POS.com, not the kiosk

Execution Timeline:

  • 12/2 – 12/5:  AT&T / Wal-Mart MEM Classroom Training for Store Leads
  • 12/3 – 12/19:  AT&T In-Store Training
  • 12/26 – 12/27:  AT&T In-Store Refresher Training
  • 12/28: Nationwide Launch
  • 12/28 – 12/30:  Wal-Mart and AT&T War Room Support

You can’t blame Wal-Mart for pushing into the mobile space. BestBuy has done the same thing in a more logical and vigorous move but Wal-Mart seems to be following suit. Wal-Mart isn’t just the biggest dog on the block but also has the most girth in the galaxy. Sales at Wal-Mart are known to make or break companies… if you get blacklisted from Wal-Mart you might just be filing for bankruptcy.

That being said, this move has the potential to change up the mobile industry quite a bit. Perhaps not on the surface or immediately… but the more top level handsets Wal-Mart gets, and at discounts, the more shaky the traditional pipeline of products will get.

We heard these same rumors about the T-Mobile G1 and while the move came late… it did come. I would expect that this rumor is true as well. I wish we could dive into Wal-Mart’s revenue figures on these specific devices.

[Via BGR]

Verizon’s Samsung Omnia Captured On Camera

The BlackBerry Storm is getting a lot of attention these days - and for good reason - but don’t forget that the Samsung Omnia will likely be launching on Verizon before the year is over. It was caught in the wild by an anonymous engadget tipster and the Visual Voicemail and VZNav icons all but prove its Verizon’s version.

Looks pretty good. Not that the Storm is cowering in fear or anything, but there are probably a bunch of phones that are doing just that. The Omnia is a very good looking WinMo phone with a 5MP cam and lots going for it.

We’re guessing a lot of VZW customers are choosing between the Storm and the Omnia… which will/would YOU choose?

[Via Engadget Mobile]

LG Incite Hits AT&T for $199

The first LG smartphone ever to hit the United States market is the LG Incite. It launched today on AT&T for $199, a pricepoint that puts it head to head with Apple’s iPhone. Can it hold its own? Here are some of the stats it’s packing:

So to WinMo or not to WinMo… that is the question. And while there is an endless sea of anti-WinMo supporters, the platform has its merits, too.

So who here will be gobbling this bad boy up for $199 to show off at Thanksgiving dinner?

[Via ATT]

BlackBerry Storm Hands-On Video Review

Here we’ve got one of the first in-depth 3rd party BlackBerry Storm review videos and we get a little tour of the hardware and brief overview of the software - a well done job indeed. HOWEVER, you’ll hear a pretty annoying interference noise at random parts of the video. That is the video and NOT your computer… took me awhile to figure that out so I thought I’d save you the trouble.

The BlackBerry Storm was spotted months and months ago and is finally rumbling into town. Can you believe that it will finally be available later THIS WEEK? Incredible…

BlackBerry Storm Unboxed By One-Handed Brit

While Americans and Canadians will have to wait a little while longer to get their hands on the BlackBerry Storm from their respective carriers, one lucky British gentlemen got his Vodafone Storm unboxing on to share will all of the eager, curious and anxious future Storm owners:

The banter with his wife is quite funny and he charges on through the unboxing despite her shouting to start it over because he had messed up or something. Perhaps she could have… I don’t know… worked the Camcorder for  him?

The whole unboxing is a bit unsteady since one hand is in the camcorder and the other…. tries…. slowly… but surely… to unbox… the Storm. I kind of enjoyed the suspense of the one-handedness, like watching a movie when you cheer on the hero.

Okay, perhaps that’s going a bit far. But still… nice to see a Storm unboxing vid.

Samsung Eternity Now On AT&T, $149.99

Samsung has been busy, busy, busy. While they just wrapped up their launch of the Samsung Saga and Samsung Renown on Verizon Wireless they also just launched the Samsung Eternity for AT&T. If we had to guess, the name probably comes from how many hours the engineers feel like they’re working after churning out all these top of the line handsets!

Not too bad looking, is it? A lot of folks are calling it a toned down Omnia or Behold or a ramped up version of the Vu. Either way, its a good looking touch screen phone with some subtle differences between the above mentioned that you’ll want to know about.

Good news or bad news first? Bad news? Okay… it doesn’t have WiFi which is a deal breaker for some people. Some might consider this next one a plus but it doesn’t have Windows Mobile but instead features a proprietary UI/OS that - at least on the surface - doesn’t look too shabby. But you know how those go.

Now for the good news. Here is how AT&T explain the “good news” themselves: “Tap into your potential, without paying a fortune. This sleek touch- screen phone is loaded with entertainment apps and the latest features. At your fingertips: Mobile TV, AT&T Navigator GPS, Video Share, 3G Web browsing, 3 MP camera, on-screen full-touch QWERTY keyboard, music, accelerometer, and more. Plus, customizable color lighting accents and a clever vibration response to touch - all at a price that’s within reach.”

And the above little paragraph doesn’t even mention that the Eternity is a quad-band world phone. Maybe the name should be called the “Universally” instead of the “Eternity”. And in related news, we’re now hiring writers who excel in humor and phone naming.

[Via AT&T]

BlackBerry Storm is FREE in the UK

As if Americans didn’t get shafted enough when it comes to getting Grade A phones (ahem Touch HD) even the ones we DO get can make for a bittersweet occassion. Whereas Verizon Wireless customers eagerly await the opportunity to pay $199.99 on a 2-year contract and after rebate for the beloved BlackBerry Storm, folks in the UK will get the phone for FREE and only have to commit to 18 months on Vodafone.

That’s a little something I like to call disappointing depressing completely shitty. Sure, they’re different markets and all but can someone explain the huge difference in this math? A $20, $30… even $50 or $75 difference we could understand but $200 difference in price?

Perhaps the folks at Verizon Wireless are just smart, knowing there are hoards of people lined up to shell out whatever cash is required to take the Storm home. As a LG Voyager owner who pre-ordered, I would have to pay full retail price on the Storm which amounts to… $TooMuch for me. I’d probably be willing to absorb a $300 loss at the most for the phone but… doesn’t look like that’s going to happen.

Who else is feeling my pain?

[Via Vodafone]

Samsung Saga Now At Verizon Wireless

While it won’t be available at retail locations until December 1st, the Samsung Saga is now available online at VerizonWireless.com for all those interested… and there will likely be a good number. In addition to the Full QWERTY, touchscreen and world connectivity capablities, the Samsung Saga doesn’t look half bad either:

Very blue, eh? Its also got an optical mouse, WiFi and 2MP camera on its Windows Mobile 6.1 OS. Here is the official information from Samsung themselves:

Samsung Saga™
The Saga is a smartphone that features a 2.55″ advanced touch screen and a full QWERTY keyboard that provides business professionals with an easy way to send e-mail, text and instant messages. This productivity powerhouse is equipped with Quad Band GSM/GPRS capability, an optical mouse, Wi-Fi access (802.11 b/g), Opera mobile browser and Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional to keep customers connected to their offices when they are at home and abroad. Windows Mobile includes the Microsoft Office Mobile Suite so that customers can create and edit Word and Excel documents and view PowerPoint documents, as well as Microsoft Active Sync® 4.5 and Windows Mobile Device Center for Vista OS, which makes using the Saga around the globe feel as if customers had never left their offices. Other features include a 2.0 megapixel camera with NightShot, microSD™ card slot for up to 16 GB of external memory (sold separately), and Bluetooth® stereo headset support.
Additional features of the Saga include:

• Built-in stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology – supports profiles: mono and stereo headset, hands free (car kits), serial port, object push (vCard only), file transfer, basic print, phonebook access and human interface device
• Microsoft’s Voice Command technology for speech recognition
• Customizable user interface
• Voice Memo
• Windows Media Player Mobile
• Organizer – alarm, calculator, calendar, notes, task list and today screen
• TTY-capable
• Dimensions: 2.44″ x 4.88″ x .53″
• Weight: 4.59 ounces
• Display: 320 x 320 pixel, 65K TFT, 2.55” active screen area and touch-sensitive LCD display

For $199 on a 2-year contract, we’re sure there will be plenty of hip, globe-trotting professionals who take their turn with the Saga.

We should also mention that Samsung also released the “Renown” which you’re much less likely to Remember… wanna see why? Here is the latter next to the former:

Told ya. A less than intriguing hunk of brown with awkward clock and average specs. But to be fair, we’ll hook you up with the info on the Samsung Renown as well… we realize that not everyone is a cell phone snob like us:

Samsung Renown™
The Renown showcases mobile technology in a fashionable flip form factor. The Renown comes with a number of features to help customers capture special moments on their trips abroad, including a 2.0 megapixel camera with NightShot to enhance the camera’s capabilities in dark environments; a camcorder; and video, picture, text and mobile IM messaging options. The Renown also supports Verizon Wireless’ V CAST Music with Rhapsody and V CAST Video services in the U.S. V CAST Music with Rhapsody lets customers transform their Renown into an MP3 player and allows customers to access more than 5 million songs and purchase full songs over-the-air. They can also download the master copy of songs to their PCs, free of digital rights management software; and sync favorite tracks, albums and playlists from their PCs to their phones using a USB cable. Before traveling internationally, customers can load up their Renown with their favorite songs and listen to their music on long flights. With V CAST Video, customers can download or stream video clips from the best names in news, sports and entertainment.
Additional features of the Renown include:

• Global Mode – including Quad Band GSM capability
• Multiple messaging options (text messaging only for use abroad)
• 2.0 megapixel camera with NightShot
• Media Center-capable – downloadable games, ringtones, wallpapers, location-based services and more
• Visual Voice Mail
• Built-in stereo Bluetooth wireless technology – supports profiles: mono and stereo headset, hands free (car kits), serial port, object push (vCard only), file transfer, basic print and phonebook access
• Organizer – alarm, calculator, calendar, notes, task list and today screen
• microSD expansion memory up to 8 GB (card purchased separately)
• TTY-capable
• Dimensions: 1.95” x 3.87” x .69”
• Weight: 4.05 ounces
• Display:
o Main LCD: 240 x 320 pixel, 262K color TFT
o Sub LCD: 96 x 96 pixel, 262K color TFT

[Via Samsung]

BlackBerry Storm Officialized at $199, Nov 21st

We know… we know… we just won’t shutup about the BlackBerry Storm. Can you blame us? Nope. In fact, you’re probably one of the 10 billion people egging us on because this phone simply promises to be that HOT. And now it seems officially official that on November 21st the Storm can be yours for a mere $199.99!

Various dates and prices have been thrown around but BGR has (alledgedly) confirmed that the November 21st date goes for ALL channels… web/tele/retail/etc… and that there will be MORE than enough product to go around. So, chances are you won’t face a “sorry we’re sold out” situation but don’t blame us if you take that chance.

Not to mention, its amazing what a little “we’ll have plenty in stock” changing to “they go so popular we sold more than we expected and they are gone!” can do for supply/demand. Alright guys, I’m considering leaving at lunchtime - today - and waiting in line.

[Via BGR]

Verizon Touch Pro: Nov 24th for $350

The HTC Touch Pro will be added to the Verizon Wireless lineup starting November 24th for the price of $350 but not without some confusion and disappointment. That price is AFTER a 2-year contract and $70 Mail In Rebate which makes it much more expensive than both Sprint and AT&T versions of the Touch Pro. And with less specs.

For some reason, the Verizon version of the HTC Touch Pro is somewhat crippled in comparison to the Sprint HTC Touch Pro and AT&T HTC Fuze. The RAM was dropped to 192MB, it doesn’t have an accelerometer and it also goes on sale later than on other carriers. It will be available on web and phone starting the 24th but in retail locations starting December 1st.

This development has everyone asking… “What Gives, Verizon?” And there are likely two answers to that:

Verizon getting the phone a little bit late could simply be because Sprint and AT&T worked out deals which rolled the phone out in a certain order of exclusivity. First Sprint would get it, then AT&T and finally Verizon. We don’t know that as fact but we’re guessing - it seems like a negotiatable perk to include this in manufacturer-carrier contracts and agreements.

How much is Sprint, AT&T and Verizon willing to pay HTC per device? Perhaps Sprint and AT&T saw more value in the phone than Verizon does and the price is reflecting that. Why make concessions to HTC with the Touch Pro when the Storm is their goto phone?

The BlackBerry Storm WILL be the more popular phone this holiday season and it will be found EXCLUSIVELY on Verizon Wireless in the United States. Can you even - for a second - blame Verizon Wireless for giving the ONE phone that is supposed to MAKE their holiday season a little bit of an advantage? The Touch Pro isn’t a competive advantage… Sprint and AT&T both have it. But the Storm sets them apart.

On the other hand, if Verizon went out of their way to make the HTC Touch Pro worse… and still cost more… that’s pretty pointless and completely counter-intuitive.

HOWEVER… don’t you remember that rumor, way back when the BlackBerry Storm was thought to be the BlackBerry Thunder, about how if Verizon didn’t sell enough units of the device it would open up the Storm to other carriers as well? Perhaps this could be coming into play here.

The sad part is, we’ll probably never know the true story behind all of this. On the bright side, the HTC Touch Pro and BlackBerry Storm are both coming to VZW in less than a month. And that, my friends, is reason to celebrate.

[Via Endgadget Mobile]

Nokia Flip QWERTY Wahoooooo!

People who have grown accustomed to Nokia’s totally unadventurous but comfortably familiar mobile phone designs should be prepared to be wowed… er… Wahoo-ed. The Nokia “Wahoo” is only an internal codename for a device that, by looking at the specs, appears to be headed to AT&T.

The most notable feature of the Wahoo (besides the name) is the BlackBerry Pearl Flip which was previously called the KickStart. Nokia should totally steal that name… it was a billion times better than the Pearl Flip. In fact, even the Wahoo name could grow on us although it will inevitably change. If Yahoo was the default search how fun and silly disappointing that would be.

Yay on the 2MP camera having a flash but BOO on the 2.5mm headphone jack. However, the interesting new form for a Nokia should lure plenty of people to pick up this puppy. Looks pretty neat to us and we’d love to get our hands on one.

Keep in mind this should be filed in the rumor folder for now!

[Via BGR]

BlackBerry Storm On November 24th

Mark it down on your calender - the BlackBerry Storm will go on sale at Verizon Wireless stores on November 24th and stores will open an hour early. Unless you’re some type of small business guru that gets invited to the November 20th event or perhaps you get delayed to the November 25th event that provides the same thing.

Take a peek at the internal document yourself and make of it what you will:

Even those 24th and 25th dates indicate some type of RSVP for an event so we’re wondering if this is definitely going to be open to regular everyday consumers or what? If not, they should let this information out now so people have plenty of time to set up fake small business fronts just so they have an excuse to get an invite.

[Via BGR]

Samsung Saga Released To Mobile Purgatory

The Samsung Saga on Verizon Wireless will be launched this Friday. But instead of debut with any sort of fanfare, the Saga will sit there - not even on the shelves - but in mobile purgatory. You’ll be able to purchase it if you call Verizon Wireless but it won’t hit stores until December 1st.

This information was posted on Howard Forums by a self-proclaimed insider and it seems to be legit:

Certainly an odd way of releasing a phone, isn’t it? I mean, if it’s ready to roll, what harm is done in putting it on your shelves or even letting consumers know it exists in some way, shape or form?

The scoopers at BGR were able to get their hands on even more information, including a complete Samsung Saga data sheet that shows features, specs, contents, pricing and availability as well as pictures. Notice the red print that includes “WEB” in the November 14th availability date? What about that last line that says even though it will launch in retail stores on Dec 1st the “full” launch will take place at a later date?

Oh, Samsung Saga, how we feel for you… ready to serve loyally to the Big Red faithful and you get placed in a holding cell. What a pity.

BlackBerry Storm Interactive Guide

We saw a BlackBerry Storm Users Guide pop up a few days ago, saw a new Storm Commercial yesterday and just today we learned about the pricing on Verizon Wireless… now we’ve got an interactive website with information including device setup, the basics, using your device and advanced services in animated fashion.

If you’re counting the minutes and seconds that pass before the Storm is released, you’ll want to give this promo site a test drive - hit the via link.

[Via BlackBerry]

BlackBerry Storm Only $219 + Rebates!

Verizon’s infamous Testman website is showing the BlackBerry Storm for sale, proving they are getting ready to go live with RIM’s first ever touchscreen. Get this: it’s only $219 with a 2-year contract and when you add a New Every 2 Discount and/or other rebates packaged with the Storm… my oh my this could be a real steal.

If you aren’t ready or able to slap down 2-years, you’ll find comfort in knowing that the 1-year agreement price is $289.99 and find less comfort knowing that the Month-to-Month contract price is $519.99. But everyone should be happy that this thing seems only hours/days away from going live.

To replicate the testman sales page:

We’ve never been so excited for a Storm to hit!

[Via HoFo]

BlackBerry Storm “Mad Genius” Commercial

Have the BlackBerry Storm commercials that abruptly end with a completely black screen after providing absolutely no information leave you infuriated? Us too. We’ve been waiting to hear how they’ll creatively position such a… physical asset… and in their new “Mad Genius” Commercial they do it quite well:

Not only do they mention it is the first ever touchscreen BlackBerry but they also illustrate the difference between touching and clicking which seems rather difficult. They don’t get into the details, just enough to bait you.

They then ask “What Kind Of Mad Genius is Behind This?” and the camera pops up to reveal the Verizon Guy waving with the “In-Network” standing behind them. It’s cute and delivers the right message. Although, you have to wonder how much of the genius should be attributed to Verizon and not Research In Motion?

Either way, we’re happy to see a new BlackBerry Storm Commercial.

AT&T QuickFire Now On Sale

In case the weekend clouded up your memory for mobile, we wanted to remind you that the AT&T QuickFire is now officially on sale at AT&T for $99.99 after a rebate and 2-year agreement. Last week, we saw the QuickFire popping up in retail stores a bit early, but now its no longer a game of hide-and-seek… you can find it anywhere and/or online.

The QuickFire features a slideout QWERTY and 3G connectivity in a package remniscient to the T-Mobile Sidekick. It does have an MP3 Player but the 1.3 Megapixel camera isn’t likely to snap frameable photos anytime soon.

Seems like an affordable and versatile little number that might fit the bill for decent amount of people.

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