Wi-Fi Calling for Amaze 4G and Galaxy SII

If you have purchased, or plan to purchase either the HTC Amaze 4G or Samsung Galaxy SII, and were concerned about the lack of Wi-Fi Calling capabilities, worry no more.

Both handsets, which launched last week and are available at Integrity Wireless, will be able to support Wi-Fi Calling beginning on November 13th. The new GBA SIM card will be required for the feature to work. This SIM will also provide more features in the near future which we will update you on as we receive more information. If you have either phone already, you should also have this new SIM. If not, click HERE for a list of our locations. We will get you everything you need. 

If you don't have one of these phones yet, what are you waiting for?? Wi-Fi Calling? No problem.

Coupon Available on Facebook

Today we uploaded a new coupon to our Facebook page. Do you want it?

All you have to do is Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/integritywireless or click the Like button at the bottom of this page to unlock the deal. Then simply print out the coupon and show up at any one of our stores to redeem it.

It's our way of saying thank you for your business!!

Siri Rival for Android?

In case you count yourself among the millions who would rather have an Android of some kind than an iPhone, but still like the idea of having a voice-activated personal assistant like Apple's Siri, take a look at what is already offered on Android devices. 

First, your Android should come equipped with Google Search - if activating with Integrity Wireless we will add this as a usable widget on your home screen for easy access. This app allows you to do a regular Google search, or search anything on your phone. Press the microphone icon to speak instructions. You can make a call, send a text or email, listen to music, or find directions to your destination.

Another option is an app called Vlingo. In addition to the options with Google Voice, Vlingo allows users to open apps, buy movie tickets, hear their messages, and update social networks. The hands-free option for the car is not too shabby either.

Check these apps out and see if they meet your desires. There is no doubt that voice-controlled phone usage is becoming more and more desirable. And, the competition will allow this technology to develop more and more as time goes on.

Samsung Media Hub

Today saw the release of the long-awaited Samsung Galaxy S II on T-Mobile's network. We're really excited about this device and all of the great features it offers.

Toward the very top of the list is Samsung's Media Hub, a pre loaded app whose cloud service offers users access to a large selection of current entertainment programming on their wireless device(s). Movies are generally available the day they are released on DVD, and television shows the day after they air on the network. Older titles/seasons are also available.

Another great feature of this app is 'progressive downloading' which allows users to begin watching while the content is still downloading. This allows for almost instant viewing. 

Click HERE for more information including FAQs, and how to become a part of the beta testing community to watch and provide feedback.

Samsung Galaxy S II HD Video

Here's a quick look at the HD recording capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S II available at Integrity Wireless beginning on October 12, 2011.

Why carry a camera and/or camcorder around with you to capture life's moments when you can have quality like this built in to your phone?

HTC Makes Announcement Regarding Security Issue

If you are the owner of an HTC device, you may have heard, and been concerned about some recent articles pointing to a vulnerability in HTC phones which may allow malicious hackers to access all of the data on your phone. 

First, we want to assure you that no HTC phones offered by T-Mobile were mentioned in the list of handsets with this vulnerability. Still, as you will see from the press release below, HTC has their team working on a fix for this issue. When it becomes available, an OTA (over-the-air) update will roll out to you.

In the meantime, please be cautious of any apps that you download. Take the time to read permissions requested, and reviews from other users. Scan the app automatically when downloading using security software for your phone (click HERE for more on security for your Android). lastly, if you have any questions, please contact us. We would love to help.

Below is HTC's full announcement:

HTC takes claims related to the security of our products very seriously. In our ongoing investigation into this recent claim, we have concluded that while this HTC software itself does no harm to customers’ data, there is a vulnerability that could potentially be exploited by a malicious third-party application. A third party malware app exploiting this or any other vulnerability would potentially be acting in violation of civil and criminal laws. So far, we have not learned of any customers being affected in this way and would like to prevent it by making sure all customers are aware of this potential vulnerability. 

HTC is working very diligently to quickly release a security update that will resolve the issue on affected devices. Following a short testing period by our carrier partners, the patch will be sent over-the-air to customers, who will be notified to download and install it. We urge all users to install the update promptly.  During this time, as always, we strongly urge customers to use caution when downloading, using, installing and updating applications from untrusted sources.

Blackberry Bold 9900 Update to Include Wi-Fi Calling

While the phone itself has been a welcome and successful addition to the Blackberry line of handsets with T-Mobile, some customers have voiced their displeasure with the the new Bold 9900 not offering Wi-Fi calling. This feature has come to be expected of Blackberry devices on the network, so the complaint is understandable.

Not to worry though, RIM (Research in Motion, makers of Blackberry) plans to issue an update to the device in November that includes, among other things, Wi-Fi calling capabilities.

We hope the Blackberry enthusiasts which Integrity Wireless counts among their customers will be reassured by this announcement and will plan on upgrading to the Bold 9900 if the lack of this feature was holding them back. If you have the device already, we hope this RIM update will help you to enjoy your experience with the Bold 9900.

Call or stop in and see us if you have questions, concerns, or want help finding the best phone and plan for you. Click HERE

HTC Amaze 4G Speed Test

If it's speed you're looking for, T-Mobile's 4G Network and handset choices have you covered. Here is a quick (pun intended) look at the HTC Amaze 4G available soon from T-Mobile at Integrity Wireless.

The video doesn't get into an entire demonstration, unfortunately. But, it does show a speed test (3 times, to be sure) and quandrant standard of the Amaze 4G as compared to the G2X. 

Take a look. If you're in the market for a new phone in the next month or so, this could be the perfect one for you.