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HTC confirms Wi-Fi security bug on some Android phones, says a fix is already developed

Android A new bug has been discovered on some HTC Android handsets that could reveal some Wi-Fi security information to certain apps. The issue has to do with apps that contain the "ACCESS_WIFI_STATE" permission which, when loaded onto one of the...

from 2012 by Alex Wagner 0

T-Mobile myTouch 4G, myTouch 4G Slide each getting a software update

Android Boy, December is shaping up to be the month of T-Mobile software updates. Over the past few weeks we've seen the Sensation 4G, Amaze 4G, and Galaxy S II receive updates, and now its time for the myTouch 4G and myTouch 4G Slide to join in...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 16

T-Mobile to offer in-store Gingerbread updates for the myTouch 4G, G2 on August 6th

Android If you're a T-Mobile myTouch 4G or G2 owner still waiting for your over the air update to Android 2.3 Gingerbread to come to your neck of the woods, you'll soon be able to take matters into your own hands. T-Mobile has updated its support...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 13

T-Mobile myTouch 4G Gingerbread update will be available in-store starting August 5th

Android Good news for you myTouch 4G owners that still haven't gotten a taste of Gingerbread: T-Mobile has updated its support document to show that beginning August 5th, myTouch 4G owners that haven't yet received the Android 2.3 over the air...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 3

T-Mobile myTouch 4G limited Gingerbread pilot to kick off July 20th

Android Good news, myTouch 4G owners: your helping of Gingerbread may soon be here! According to a post on the official T-Mobile support forums, the myTouch 4G's helping of Android 2.3.3 will begin with a limited pilot release on July 20th. This...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 12

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Is the iPhone all that much simpler than Android?

Android At the close of last week, our own Cam Bunton (of Today's iPhone), asked a simple yet surprising question: is iOS really that much easier? Obviously pitting Apple's mobile platform against that of Google's, it's a question that has plagued...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 18

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Sydney's Top 5 Android Phones (May 2011)

Android It seems like so much has changed since my last Top 5 list and yet there are still several new phones right around the corner. Nevertheless, with all these new Android releases, I couldn't help but debut a new Top 5 Android list.

from 2011 by Sydney Myers 64 57 Reactions

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G2X is now number one on PhoneDog's Top Smartphones list

Top Smartphones I think everyone here was expecting the T-Mobile G2X to end up on a Top Smartphones list at some point, so it's not too surprising that we've made it number one.

from 2011 by Sydney Myers 5

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T-Mobile myTouch 4G slated to see Gingerbread before the end of June?

Android HTC ThunderBolt, T-Mobile G2, DROID Incredible, and HTC EVO 4G. What do all of these devices have in common, besides the fact that they're made by HTC? They're all rumored to be getting an update to Android 2.3, aka Gingerbread, sometime...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 30 25 Reactions

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Top 5: Sydney's top five Android phones (April 2011)

Android Well, Aaron and Taylor posted their Top 5 Android smartphones list so I thought I would have a go at it. I mean, we can't let the boys have all the fun.

from 2011 by Sydney Myers 11

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Top 5: Taylor's top five Android phones (April 2011)

Android Making a top five list isn't easy. Especially when phones are releasing almost weekly and slipping into obsolescence just as fast. I toyed with the list, reworked it, revised it, rearranged it, and reworked it some more to finally...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 49 37 Reactions

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Android: A look into CyanogenMod

Android Last week I listed and explained the advantages and disadvantages of custom ROMs. Running these ROMs, though they will void your warranty and risk breaking your device, have several benefits that are well worth it to a large number of...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 8

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HTC ThunderBolt vs. T-Mobile myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 2

4g Aaron takes a look at the HTC ThunderBolt and the T-Mobile myTouch 4G, two high-end devices on their respective carriers. Which one should take home the gold medal? It's going to be a close call!

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 3

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HTC ThunderBolt vs. T-Mobile myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 1

4g Aaron throws the HTC ThunderBolt and the T-Mobile myTouch 4G into the ring to figure out which one should take home the gold. Which one will beat the other and be crowned as the winner?

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 1

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The advantages and disadvantages of custom Android ROMs

Android If you have been part of the Android pool for any time, the chances of you hearing the term “custom ROM” is very high. A few months back, I gave a synopsis of rooting. I told what it was and gave its advantages and disadvantages. You may...

from 2011 by Taylor Martin 9

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Samsung Galaxy S 4G vs. T-Mobile myTouch 4G Pt. 2

4g It's dogfight time! Aaron pits the Samsung Galaxy S 4G and T-Mobile myTouch 4G against each other in a battle. Which one will prevail?

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 8

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Samsung Galaxy S 4G vs. T-Mobile myTouch 4G Pt. 1

4g Two heavyweights on T-Mobile. Let the dogfight begin! Aaron places the Samsung Galaxy S 4G and T-Mobile myTouch 4G into the ring. Which one will it be?

from 2011 by Aaron Baker 100 98 Reactions

More T-Mobile smartphones see price adjustments

4g The other day, T-Mobile announced a bit of a pricing change for the Samsung Galaxy S 4G, bumping the cost from $149.99 to $199.99 with a two-year contract. It turns out that the Galaxy S 4G isn't the only T-Mo handset getting slapped with...

from 2011 by Alex Wagner 6

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Sydney's Top 5 Android phones - January 2011

Android In case you haven't noticed, things have kind of slowed down in the cell phone world, at least for a few weeks. Now that we have a moment, I thought I'd compile a list of my Top 5 Android smartphones.

from 2011 by Sydney Myers 41 22 Reactions

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Samsung Nexus S beats out T-Mobile G2 in PhoneDog's "Top Smartphones" list

Top Smartphones Well, well, well. What have we here? The Nexus S has made its way onto PhoneDog's Top Smartphones list for T-Mobile and what's that? It replaced the G2 at the number two spot?

from 2011 by Sydney Myers 14

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Aaron's Top 5 Android phones - December 2010

Android What's the best Android phone on the market today? It's a question that I'm asked on a regular basis, and like any "what ___ should I buy?" question, it's tough to answer. Furthermore, it's totally dependent on what YOU need. In...

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 22

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Google Nexus S vs. myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 2

Android It's the Android Dogfight review of the year! Aaron pits the Google Nexus S against the T-Mobile myTouch 4G, two flagship Android devices that run on T-Mobile. The Google Nexus S is available exclusively at Best Buy for $199.99, and the...

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 4

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Google Nexus S vs. myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 1

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 11

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T-Mobile myTouch 4G vs. HTC HD7 Dogfight Pt. 2

Android It's a battle between Android and Windows Phone 7! Aaron pits the HTC HD7 and T-Mobile myTouch 4G against eachother in an epic dogfight. On one hand, you have Android, which is a more mature platform with a stocked Market. On the other...

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 9

HTC confirms that Gingerbread is coming to "some" phones

Android Now that we know that there aren't any minimum spec requirements for Android 2.3, many Android users are wondering if their particular handset will get called up to join the Gingerbread Club. While we don't have a specific ETA for any...

from 2010 by Alex Wagner 8

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T-Mobile myTouch 4G vs. HTC HD7 Dogfight Pt. 1

4g It's a battle between Android and Windows Phone 7! Aaron pits the HTC HD7 and T-Mobile myTouch 4G against eachother in an epic dogfight. Two awesome devices, one carrier - which one will prevail? We'll find out. Part 1 of 2.

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 1

T-Mobile launches HSPA+ in 8 new markets

4g This morning, T-Mobile announced that they are expanding their HSPA+ to eight more markets across the US. Tallying up to 80+ locations nationwide, the latest additions are: Detroit, Michigan; Grand Junction, Colorado; Harlingen, Texas;...

from 2010 by Taylor Martin 2

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T-Mobile myTouch 4G overtakes the G2 in PhoneDog's "Best Smartphones" rankings

Top Smartphones Just when you thought the G2 was the best Android device on T-Mobile, another device launches to steal the thunder. When it comes to T-Mobile, we're changing the "Best Smartphones" list up with not one, but TWO devices! The Samsung...

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 6

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T-Mobile G2 vs. myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 2

Android You knew it was coming! Aaron pits the T-Mobile G2 and the myTouch 4G against each other in a dogfight of epic proportions. Both offer HSPA+, Android 2.2, and a 5.0-megapixel camera, but only one can be champion. Who will take the crown?...

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 5

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T-Mobile G2 vs. myTouch 4G Dogfight Pt. 1

from 2010 by Aaron Baker 6

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HTC myTouch 4G Black

Featured User Review

Jun 11

m alston

"MyTouch 4G is trash!!"

Overall

2.6

The good: face to face video calling, rotating camera with flash The bad: The phone automatically deletes your whole text message log without notice if you have too many in your phone, the phone freezes and force closes, the battery doesn't last at all you don't even have to be using it and your battery will drain because other apps are running in the background and I'll periodically use the app killer but that still doesn't seem to help. I'm also just not a fan of the whole touch screen, if I... more...

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3 Reception & Call Quality
3 Battery Life

HTC myTouch 4G Black

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HTC myTouch 4G Review by Taylor

The T-Mobile myTouch 4G is the big brother in the myTouch series. It's larger, packs much better specs, and looks great while doing so. HTC stuck to their myTouch roots with the design and kept it looking like a consumer-friendly device whereas most other devices coming out now have a very “serious business” look and feel to them. While the 3.8-inch display is a little smaller than I'm used to, I had no problems typing on the MT4G. If anything,... more...