platin465 at ppcgeeks.com got a business mailer today "Sprint Small Business Catalog" with all the phones and plans, offers, etc.

Only interesting thing I found was a table about smart phones noting that the TP2 is "(upgradeable software available in March)" under the Windows Mobile 6.5 row.

The Sprint Touch Pro 2 was one of the first to be released in USA, but has been the slowest to see upgrades, with both Verizon and AT&T seeing new software well before them, but good news is coming...

source: ppcgeeks.com

Alright, it's confirmed, sprint will be releasing the updates of Android OS 2.1 to both HTC hero and the Samsung Moment.  Not sure why they just can't give out the updates when the Motorola Droid and Nexus one are getting them.  But to each of their own.

Today Sprint indicated via its official Twitter page that it is currently working with HTC and Samsung to bring Android 2.1 to the Hero and Moment, respectively. It doesn't expect those updates to become available until early in the second quarter of 2010

source: mobilecrunch

As you may already know, these two phones are just entry touch screen texting phones targeting the young consumers.  Usually teenageers.  LG Lotus Elite features several enhancements, including dual 2.4-inch QVGA screens, expandable MicroSD^TM supporting up to 32GB memory card and dedicated shortcut keys for social networking, email and text.

The feature-rich LG Rumor Touch boasts a large 3-inch WQVGA touch screen, 2 megapixel camera and camcorder, MicroSD card slot supporting up to 32GB, Google Search and 3G data capabilities operating on Sprint's EVDO Rev. 0 network - keeping customers in the middle of the action with instant access to update their Facebook status, upload a picture to Photobucket or find the coolest hangout with its built-in GPS.

LG Rumor Touch also offers access to Sprint Navigation, Sprint TV, Sprint Music and Sprint Mobile Email with personal and corporate calendar features. LG Rumor Touch will be available in blue in the first quarter, with more color options coming later in the year

Source: mobile.engadget.com

Sprint Nextel Corp. (NYSE:S) today announced that the company will take actions in the fourth quarter of 2009 to reduce internal and external labor costs by at least $350 million on an annualized basis. The actions include the elimination of 2,000 to 2,500 positions within the company. The impact on geographic locations will vary, and many impacted positions will be eliminated by December 31, 2009.

Click here to the full press release

If you think 3G is fast, then you will love Sprint's 4G networking, it's what we call supercharge Mobile Broadband Network, speed at a range of 3-6 Mbps, which means you can download 30 mp3 songs in less than 10 seconds.  Did we mention that's better than my Wi-Fi speed?

Key features:

• Super-fast 4G speeds in select cities today; and soon in other major cities
• Average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps
• 3G access nationwide on the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network
• Employs authentication and identification system for top-notch security
• Compatible with Windows Vista/XP/2000
• Easy installation with included CD
• Supports over-the-air software updates
• Hands-free activation
• Internal antenna
• Rotating USB connector
• GPS services on the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network (not Sprint 4G)
• Technical specifications:
• Backwards compatible to the Sprint EV-DO/Rev 0 and 1XRTT networks
• Dimensions: 1.28 x 3.6 x 0.48 inches
• Weight: 44g
• Mobile Broadband Connection

More information is available on Nextel.com

Sprint Nextel Corp., the nation's third-largest wireless carrier, on Thursday reported a wider third-quarter loss and a larger exodus of customers despite an improved slate of phones and cheaper rates.

Sprint, which hasn't reported a quarterly net gain in subscribers in more than two years, continues trying to regain ground in a highly competitive market. Besides investing heavily in improving its customer service efforts, the company has beefed up its portfolio of high-tech smartphones, including Palm Inc.'s Pre, in a bid to better compete with the likes of Apple Inc.'s iPhone, now sold by AT&T Inc.

Read the complete news story at NYTimes.com

I bet you have heard about the Instinct HD by Samsung releases by Sprint, well, today is it's launch day.

The Instinct HD features an HVGA resolution touch display, virtual QWERTY keyboard, microSDHC expansion slot, Wi-Fi radio, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, full access to Sprint services, speakerphone, accelerometer, light and proximity sensors and a 5.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, autofocus and flash.

The Samsung Instinct HD will also herald the debut of Opera Mobile 9.7 while still being bundled with Opera Mini as well as high definition TV output via optional cable.

Pricing is set at $349.99 after new 2 year agreement before an additional $100 mail-in rebate and Everything Plan requirement, bringing the total to $249.99.

via: phonenew

Guys at phandroid is able to get a sneak peak of this unrelease handset called "samsung instinctQ" which they think it will be release mid- october of this year.  From the pictures it looks like it's definitely android OS powered. 

We have no idea the prices and the exact release date, so we will keep you posted as soon as we have more infomration.

photos via phandroid.com

We thought the HTC Hero wasn't coming to the US, at least it wasn't one of the phones that was announcement for the US, but now it seems that the sprint is getting the HTC Hero. 

Right now there is no information regarding Sprint's exclusive agreement and how this will affect the chances of an unlocked version in the US. Given what has happened with the Pre it seems the Hero will be exclusively on the Sprint network for a good 6 months.

Sprint is headed in the right direction after snagging the Palm Pre and now with the HTC Hero. A lot of Sprint's problem is the lack of handset selection. Their lineup has really lacked that wow factor recently.

We think it will follow the same $200 price range that similar phones are offered at. It's about time us longtime Sprint customers get to see what the Android platform is all about. 

There's no releaes date as of now.  So cross your fingers.

print Nextel Corporation (NYSE:S) and Virgin Mobile USA, Inc., (NYSE:VM) announced today that their boards of directors have approved a definitive agreement for Sprint to acquire Virgin Mobile USA for a total equity value of approximately $483 million, which includes the value of Sprint's current 13.1% fully diluted ownership interest in Virgin Mobile USA.

In addition, at closing Sprint will retire all of Virgin Mobile USA's outstanding debt, which is $248 million net of cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2009, but is expected to be no more than $205 million net of cash and cash equivalents on Sept. 30, 2009.

This acquisition will strengthen Sprint's position in the growing prepaid segment by bringing together under one umbrella the iconic Virgin Mobile brand with Sprint's successful Boost Mobile business. These complementary prepaid brands, each with a distinctive offer, style and appeal to different customer demographics, will continue to serve existing and prospective customers following the completion of the transaction.

via: sprint