4G networks and ICS phones expand

Add newsletters@cnet.online.com to your address book | View online   Mobile       Share on Facebook  |  Share on Twitter March 15, 2012     Lynn La Associate editor Profile Email 4G networks and ICS phones expand Three of the big four U.S. carriers all announced this week that they will be increasing their 4G coverage. Although AT&T and T-Mobile are looking toward a few dozen cities to expand their 4G and 4G LTE networks, Verizon wants to double its LTE breadth to at least 400 markets by the end of this year. Meanwhile, Samsung and HTC stated that they will be updating some of their phones to Android Ice Cream Sandwich. Read more | Share on Facebook  HTC confirms slew of Ice Cream Sandwich updates | Share on Facebook        Samsung Galaxy S II (U.S. Cellular) Despite being on a slower network and having a steep price, this high-end Android phone is excellent. The Samsung Galaxy S II has a superb 8-megapixel camera, a beautiful 4.5-inch Super AMOLED Plus screen, and a 1.2GHz dual-core processor.  More | Share on Facebook          LG Connect 4G (MetroPCS) What we liked most about the LG Connect 4G was its snappy dual-core processor, beautiful display, and superb audio playback. Despite it having some unnecessary bloatware, this prepaid device is solid.  More | Share on Facebook          Samsung Brightside (Verizon Wireless) Coming out of its cage is the Samsung Brightside, a QWERTY keyboard sporting phone. Unfortunately, it has a underwhelming camera, processor, and resolution capacity, so we're not opening up our eager eyes for this one.  More | Share on Facebook          Samsung Rugby Smart (AT&T) If you want a phone that can take a beating, look no further than the Samsung Rugby Smart. It's a slim, rugged handset that can withstand a dunking and a slam against the wall. Not to mention, it has a vibrant AMOLED screen and runs on 4G.  More | Share on Facebook          ZTE Chorus (Cricket Wireless) If you like to groove, consider the ZTE Chorus. It comes with a music subscription service that enables you to download thousands of albums and songs. Be aware though, it's not the fastest phone, nor is it on the fastest network.  More | Share on Facebook       First time smartphone owner...help!   I'm purchasing my first smartphone soon. I prefer Android and I have been looking mostly at Samsungs and HTCs, especially the new Galaxy Nexus and S II. I need an unlocked phone and am willing to spend money, but it has to be worth it and last me a while. I would like something with a decent camera and good music playing technology. Thanks for the advice!  Read full quote Posted by kerryms from the Cell phones forum   Great 4G smartphones   Samsung Exhibit II 4G - marine blue (T-Mobile)     HTC Evo Design 4G (Sprint)     Samsung Focus Flash (AT&T)     HTC Amaze 4G - white (T-Mobile)     Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket - black (AT&T)     Latest stories   Here are 20 apps ready to go for the new iPad     Verizon doubling 4G LTE sites by the end of 2012     Windows 8 and why to wait on the new iPad     Best Android tablets with 4G     Dutch court: Samsung can't ban iPhone, iPad from store shelves

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