It's been a month since I've written a blog entry and alot has gone on in that time. Here are some updates in the realm of Technology.
After years of speculation, it's finally happening... AT&T is buying T-Mobile's USA Network. This would in effect make AT&T the largest (in terms of customer base) mobile network in the US. Rumors have also abounded as to whether Verizon will now also purchase Sprint, but Verizon has said not. Still the buyout T-Mobile is both a good thing and bad thing for consumers. It means that prices will most likely be increasing, especially those moving to Verizon either because of the buyout or because of the fact that they are tired of AT&T Service. The buyout approval still has to go through Government Speculation -- and more than ever will probably be fought over, as the buyout means Mama Bell (AT&T) will have a GSM Monopoly in the US.
The ASUS EEE Pad Transformer has finally officially been announced, although still no price and where you will be able to purchase the device. At this point, I'm leaning more towards getting the Motorola Xoom, but the wifi only version (which doesn't have the 3g capability and the monthly bills to Verizon) available at Staples, Sams Club, Best Buy, Amazon.com, and various other retailers. The wifi version sells for about $599. Since I last blogged, I have had a chance to get my hands on a demo of the Motorola Xoom and check out Honeycomb (Android 3.0). The Xoom really has a nice feel to it, sturdy in my hands, and alot more comfortable to hold than the iPad. I will still probably wait till I can test a EEE Pad Transformer, before I make my final decision. Heck, I may even test out (darn I say it) the iPad 2.
On to phones and cell phone technology. First, Verizon has announced more cities to receive 4G by the end of the year. The list of cities (145 total for 2011) is mostly comprised of cities on the east coast, but does include several in the mid-west and west coast as well. Lexington, KY is not included in the list, but Louisville is. Here is the full list: http://www.droid-life.com/2011/03/22/verizon-announces-additional-4g-lte-cities-for-2011/
There are several new smartphones that are coming to market, but that will have to wait for the next post.
