T-Mobile’s Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge get minor software update with improved battery life
T-Mobile’s Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge are both receiving a minor software update that brings some performance tweaks and battery improvements. No new features or other software, unfortunately, but with battery life being one of the top complaints about the S6 and its curved counterpart, any extra juice Samsung can squeeze out of it through software optimization is welcome.
If you own either variant of the S6 on T-Mobile, you should expect the OTA update to hit your phone soon.
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Root now available for LG G4 carrier models
One of the benefits to having an Android phone is the ability to customise any number of settings and features once you’ve performed a root, which is akin to jailbreaking which iPhone users may be accustomed to. Rooting relies on an unlocked bootloader and while a root was achieved for the unlocked version of the LG G4, the carrier branded models have so far had to wait.
If you’ve been waiting then you’re in luck as root is now available for carrier branded models of the LG G4, both for the major US carrier devices (AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon) and other international carriers. Recognised developer thecubed and others have built the “Low Effort Root” for carrier branded models but this is definitely not for the fainthearted; if you’re a novice and think bootloader is something related to your car, then this is definitely not for you.
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As with all mods, you’ll need to be able to precisely follow a long list of steps and you’ll need to download and install tools for your computer to get the job done. Like most Android customisations, you may end up with a bricked device that cannot be recovered so don’t tempt this unless you’re happy with the risk!
To root your carrier branded LG G4, head over to XDA Developers (in the source link below), read through all the posts and ask about anything you’re unsure of before you attempt anything. Back up all your data and take your time; there’s nothing worse than rushing and ending up with a bricked phone.
For more on what you can do with your Android smartphone, check out our Android customization series and head over to Android Authority on YouTube to see more about the latest apps, handsets and comparisons.
T-Mobile recognizes aged SMS, moving to Advanced Messaging
So here’s a thought: Why hasn’t text messaging advanced with the times? I mean, it’s not like it’s perfect. SMS is closer resembled to sending an e-mail rather than a real-time chat. And I hate sending pictures via MMS because compression destroys the quality.
Fortunately for T-Mobile customers, the Un-carrier thought of the same thing. T-Mobile has announced a roll-out of Advanced Messaging. It is built on a standard called Rich Communications Services (RCS) and brings texting up to speed with what we’ve come to expect from modern messaging services (Facebook, Skype, Hangouts, Snapchat).
Here’s what you get with Advanced Messaging:
- Rich 1-on-1 and group messaging, including near real-time chat
- See when others are typing, when your message is delivered, and even read
- Share high-res photos and videos up to 10 MB, just as you would a regular text message
- Advance Messaging is built to work across all devices, makers, operating systems, and wireless operators
T-Mobile makes it a point that you won’t need a third-party app to use this service, it works out of the box, like current text messaging. Thus, you won’t need to make sure that your family/friends are on the same messaging service you are on. It will just work, across any platform.
Bear in mind that this is a gradual roll-out and Advanced Messaging is expected to be a standard in the future. The recently released Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is the first phone to carry the feature, with the promise of ‘nearly a dozen more’ in the year. The Galaxy S5 and S6 will receive Advanced Messaging through a software update.
Are you excited about text messaging being modernized or does your current set up work just fine for you?
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T-Mobile launches the Galaxy Grand Prime in the US
T-Mobile, fashionably late as usual, has finally launched Samsung’s latest budget-friendly smartphone, the Galaxy Grand Prime, in the United States. This release comes three months after the handset made its debut in the region through Cricket Wireless.
Sure, the Galaxy Grand Prime is no powerhouse, but it does pack some pretty solid specifications, including a 5-inch display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, 1.5GB of RAM and a 2,6000 mAh battery.
It also ships running the latest build of Android 5.1 Lollipop straight out of the box, skinned with Samsung’s TouchWiz custom user interface.
As for its availability? Well, the Grand Prime is up for grabs today on T-Mobile’s online portal or from any of its bricks-and-mortar stores nationwide for $190 on a prepaid tariff.
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T-Mobile delivers iMessage-style texting, starting with Samsung phones
What if the default texting app on your phone offered some of the same handy features as iMessage or Hangouts? Well, if you’re a T-Mobile customer, you’ll soon be privy to more tools. The Uncarrier announced its Advanced Messaging tech today, delivering options like near real-time chat, larger images and more. Like iMessage, BBM and the like, you’ll be able to see when a message has been delivered, read and when the person you’re chatting with is tapping out a response. Those larger images? The size limit is bumped to 10MB for photos and videos, giving you more space to futz with if needed.
As you might expect, Advanced Messaging is only available on T-Mobile and Samsung’s Galaxy Grand Prime will be the first device to arrive with it on board. Galaxy S5 and S6 users can expect to nab via a software update and the company says “nearly a dozen more hot devices” will be included before the end of the year. As you might recall, T-Mo also offers VoLTE and WiFi calling, so it has a bit of a knack for developing new features. In fact, Advanced Messaging is built on the Rich Communication Services (RCS) standard that the company touted back when rolled out VoLTE. The new texting features are said “to work across all devices, makers and operating systems.” so we’ll be interested to see what other phones are on that list. T-Mobile is planning hopes to make this a standard option on all new phones, so we may not have to wait long to find out.
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T-Mobile’s new Advanced Messaging feature aims to make texting much better
If you think about it, over the years services like Facebook, Skype and Snapchat have done a great job at pushing mobile messaging forward with the constant addition of new features, applications and more. During this time, wireless service providers haven’t really done much to enhance their subscribers’ text messaging experience. With that said, T-Mobile has just announced a new messaging feature that will hopefully change that for the better.
The new feature is called T-Mobile Advanced Messaging, and it’s built on a standard called Rich Communications Services (RCS). Advanced Messaging will come with a slew of messaging enhancements such as real-time group chatting, typing confirmation, 10MB file sharing in text messages and much more.
Here is a list of features Advanced Messaging will bring to the table:
- Rich 1 on 1 and group messaging, including near real-time chat
- See when others are typing, when your message is delivered and even read
- Share high-res photos and videos up to 10 MB just as you would a regular text message
Since this is based off of the RCS standard, Advanced Messaging will be able to work across all platform ecosystems, smartphones and even wireless carriers. The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is the first smartphone that comes with this feature built-in, and T-Mobile says the Galaxy S5 and S6 will both get Advanced Messaging via a software update later this year. More than a dozen additional phones will get this feature in the coming year, as well.
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, Core Prime, HTC Desire 626s and more now available from T-Mobile
About a week ago we told you that T-Mobile would soon begin selling a few budget-friendly Android smartphones, and that day has finally come. Starting today, customers will be able to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, Galaxy Core Prime and HTC Desire 626s, all for $0 down. The Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 7 Tablet and Kyocera Hydro WAVE smartphone are both launching on the Un-carrier as well, but not for another week or so.
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, which is the first phone to ship with T-Mobile’s new Advanced Messaging feature, is available for $189.99 off-contract or for $7.92 per month for 24 months. The Samsung Galaxy Core Prime is available for $139.99 outright or $5.84 per month for 24 months. The HTC Desire 626s is available for $169.99 outright or $7.09 per month with a 24-month payment plan. The Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 7 Tablet will be available on T-Mobile from July 29th for just $168 off-contract or for $7 per month for 24 months. Last but not least, we have the waterproof Kyocera Hydro WAVE, which we wrote about a bit earlier today. This device is available from T-Mobile for $149.99, and will launch on MetroPCS on July 27th for $39 with an instant rebate.
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The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, originally released in October of last year and currently available on Sprint, features a 5-inch qHD (540X960) screen, a Snapdragon 410 SoC, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of on-board storage. This is a decent option for anyone looking for a capable mid-ranger but doesn’t want to break the bank. The Galaxy Core Prime features a 4.5-inch WVGA display, a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
The HTC Desire 626s brings along with it the iconic HTC design language, along with a 5.0-inch HD display, 1.5GB of RAM, 8GB of storage and microSD expansion up to 200GB. Lastly, the Hydro WAVE comes with a 5.0-inch qHD LCD display, a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of on-board storage (expandable via microSD up to 32GB) and IPX5 and IPX7 waterproofing certifications.
To learn more about these devices, head to the links below.
T-Mobile bringing ‘Advanced Messaging’ on its VoLTE network
Today, T-Mobile’s Chief Technology Officer Neville Ray announced that the carrier is bringing new messaging capabilities on its Rich Communications Services (RCS) standard. The new service is called T-Mobile Advanced Messaging and will deliver messaging capabilities previously available only on third-party apps.
T-Mobile will be the first US carrier to offer this new technology, and will bring new messaging enhancements such as;
- Rich 1 on 1 and group messaging, including near real-time chat
- See when others are typing, when your message is delivered and even read
- Share high-res photos and videos up to 10 MB just as you would a regular text message
- T-Mobile Advanced Messaging is built to work across all devices, makers and operating systems and wireless operators (as soon as they upgrade their networks)
User will have access to all these new capabilities without having to download a new app, and will come to smartphones through updates. The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime (available for $189.99) is the first device that will take advantage of this new service. T-Mobile Advanced Messaging will shortly come to Galaxy S5 and S6 through a software update, and a dozen other devices are expected to get the update this year.
T-Mobile’s VoLTE has brought HD Voice calling capability nationwide and is now bringing the messaging standard to set the carrier aside from its competitors.
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The waterproof Kyocera Hydro WAVE smartphone makes its way to T-Mobile and MetroPCS
If you’ve been waiting to get your hands on a smartphone that can be dropped in water and would like to refrain from spending almost $700 on a Galaxy S6 Active, there might be a decent option for you over at T-Mobile. Just announced earlier today, the Kyocera Hydro WAVE is a brand new smartphone that’s making its way to both T-Mobile and MetroPCS.
The Hydro WAVE sports a 5.0-inch qHD LCD display, a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of on-board storage (expandable via microSD up to 32GB) and a 2300mAh battery. It also runs Android 5.1 Lollipop and ushers in Kyocera’s new “Core Home” software experience, which is an optional, simplified UI for those who prefer the interface of a feature phone.
The big story here is the device’s IPX5 and IPX7 certifications, which allow the device to withstand submersion in water up to 30 minutes at a time in up to 3.28 feet (1 meter). It also has Military Standard 810G certification for shock and drops, an IP5X dustproof rating, and can be operated when wet.
Want to get your hands on one? If you’re a T-Mobile customer, you can purchase the Kyocera Hydro WAVE from today for $149.99, though MetroPCS customers will have to wait until July 27th to pick one up. The device is also available for $189.99 through T-Mobile’s prepaid network.
Kyocera brings rugged Hydro Wave to T-Mobile and MetroPCS
If you are slightly clumsy and drop your phone too often, or don’t want to worry about breaking your expensive handset due to your butter-fingers syndrome, there is a perfect solution for you – Kyocera’s Hydro Wave.
Launching on T-Mobile as well as MetroPCS, the Hydro WAVE features a 5-inch display, a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of expandable storage and 2,300 mAh battery. Running the latest Android 5.1 Lollipop, the rugged device comes with top of the line connectivity options including 4G LTE, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0.
The USP of the device is its drop-proof, impact-resistant and water-proof design. The Hydro Wave comes with IPX5 and IPX7 certification that lets it survive in one metre of water for up to 30 minutes. The touchscreen of the device is even operable under water. It also has Military Standard 810G and IP5X dust-proof certification to its kitty.
While T-Mobile customers can buy the Kyocera handset for $149.99 from today onwards, MetroPCS stores will start selling it on July 27.
Affordable Hydro WAVE Offers Large 5-Inch Display in a Waterproof, Drop-Proof, Impact-Resistant Design
SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kyocera Communications Inc. today unveiled its newest waterproof 4G LTE Android smartphone – the Kyocera Hydro WAVE. The latest in Kyocera’s portfolio of durable, waterproof devices, the Hydro WAVE sports a large 5-inch display and a drop-proof, impact-resistant design. Suggested retail price is $149.99 before rebates or promotions. The phone goes on sale at participating T-Mobile locations on July 22, then launches at MetroPCS stores nationwide on July 27. Wireless providers will confirm their pricing and any additional availability details.
“Water damage and dropped phones regularly top the list of causes of smartphone failures. Hydro WAVE protects against those, while providing a worry-free experience for users.”
“The Hydro WAVE not only offers the display size and features of more expensive devices, but also gives users the peace of mind that comes with such a durable phone,” said Chuck Becher, vice president and general manager of sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications. “Water damage and dropped phones regularly top the list of causes of smartphone failures. Hydro WAVE protects against those, while providing a worry-free experience for users.”
Its waterproof design protects the Hydro WAVE against everyday hazards, like drops in a puddle or the toilet. With its IPX5 and IPX7 certifications, it will survive an unexpected shower or water immersion for up to 30 minutes in up to 3.28 feet (1 meter) of water. The phone’s touchscreen can even be operated when wet. Hydro WAVE also carries Military Standard 810G certification for shock and drops, and an IP5X dustproof rating. Hydro WAVE’s high-speed 4G LTE network technology is complemented by Wi-Fi calling for even more reliable and flexible connectivity.
The Hydro WAVE features the Android 5.1 “Lollipop” operating system and marks the debut of Kyocera’s “Core Home,” an optional, simplified user interface for those who prefer the familiarity of a feature phone. It comes ready with Google Mobile services including Google Play, Google Hangout, Gmail, and more. The phone also is equipped with a 5MP camera capable of 720p HD video capture at 30fps, a 3-axis accelerometer, Stereo Bluetooth (4.0 + LE/EDR) wireless technology support, as well as voice recognition and hearing-aid compatibility. It includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 1.2GHz Quad-Core CPU, along with 8GB ROM/1GB RAM and a microSD™ memory card slot for up to 32GB of additional memory. Hydro WAVE has a long-lasting 2300mAh Lithium ion (Li-ion) non-removable battery and includes Kyocera’s Eco Mode and MaxiMZR applications for enhanced power management.
For more information about the Kyocera Hydro WAVE, visit http://www.kyoceramobile.com/hydro-wave or see it at a T-Mobile or MetroPCS retail store.
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