Since we
can't actively cover every news article that breaks (as much as we
would love to), PhoneDog compiles various announcements and press
releases that have been published throughout the week and places them
in one easy to read article. Enjoy!
Virgin Mobile to launch broadband card at Best Buy
According to intel received at BGR, Best Buy will be carrying a Virgin Mobile broadband card beginning on June 14th, which will be able to utilize the carrier's prepaid service. Pricing is said to be competitive with Cricket - somewhere in the ballpark of $40 for 5 GB of internet connectivity, with the potential of a lower 1 GB plan. The card will cost $149.99. Details on how the service will work on a prepaid plan are not yet available. Via BGR
LG enV3 launch kit shows up at Verizon Wireless retail stores
Though it's still a few days away from formally launching, the LG enV3 launch kit has arrived at Verizon Wireless retail stores around the nation. We must say, the phone is looking good - definitely an upgrade from the enV2 in looks alone. The device will launch on May 29th, followed by the enV Touch (successor to the Voyager and covered here) on June 5th. Via PhoneArena
Rumors on new iPhone specifications come to light
True to their title, MacRumors has obtained some information concerning what they believe to be the specifications of the next iPhone. According to their intel, the new device could pack a 600 MHz Cortex processor (200 MHz more than the current 400 MHz), along with 256 MB of memory (an increase from 128 MB), 32 GB of storage (up from the 8 GB and 16 GB configurations), a 3.2 megapixel camera, and an FM transmitter. Aesthetically, the device is said to undergo some changes as well, offering a glowing Apple on the back, and an OLED screen. Current speculations set the device for a June 17th launch date. Via PhoneArena
Best Buy to give away ten Palm Pre devices to Reward Zone members
New and existing Reward Zone members, register between May 31st and June 6th at myrewardzone.com, and you could qualify to win a Palm Pre with six months of free service on the Simply Everything plan. The company plans to give away 10 devices to boost the buzz for the upcoming launch of the Palm Pre. Via BGR