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Smaller version of the HTC ThunderBolt coming to Verizon?

Smaller version of the HTC ThunderBolt coming to Verizon?

A user agent profile was discovered for a phone called the HTC Mecha S; Mecha was a codename for the HTC ThunderBolt and the profile shows a lower HVGA resolution hinting at a smaller 3 to 3.5 inch display and just maybe the "S"...

posted: 26 May 2011, 16:11

HTC ThunderBolt's back cover for wireless charging now visiting the FCC

HTC ThunderBolt's back cover for wireless charging now visiting the FCC

Now visiting the FCC is the wireless charging back cover for the HTC ThunderBolt; HTC has revised the phone's back to allow for the new feature...

posted: 14 May 2011, 00:33

Verizon is finally rolling out the OTA update for the HTC ThunderBolt

Verizon is finally rolling out the OTA update for the HTC ThunderBolt

Verizon is finally giving the green light for the HTC ThunderBolt’s over-the-air- firmware update that brings along some fixes mainly to its 3G connectivity and GPS. Moreover, it’ll also provide owners better organization...

posted: 12 May 2011, 13:04

Amazon prices the HTC ThunderBolt to $129.99 for a limited time

Amazon prices the HTC ThunderBolt to $129.99 for a limited time

Previously, we’ve seen it go as low as $100 in the state of Michigan, while others like Wirefly have sold it for as little as $150, but Amazon has one enticing offer right now that could evoke a cursory response. The online...

posted: 11 May 2011, 14:43

Bump charge your HTC ThunderBolt or Droid Incredible 2 to capture that last 5% of battery life

Bump charge your HTC ThunderBolt or Droid Incredible 2 to capture that last 5% of battery life

Bump charging is a series of steps that you can take to try to capture the 5% to 10% of your HTC ThunderBolt or Droid Incredible 2 battery life that the phone does not re-charge during...

posted: 03 May 2011, 15:40

HTC ThunderBolt software update is scheduled to roll out starting tomorrow; May 3rd

HTC ThunderBolt software update is scheduled to roll out starting tomorrow; May 3rd

Luckily, ThunderBolt owners can expect to see the software update being pushed out starting tomorrow, May 3rd. As we’ve mentioned previously, it’ll basically pack along enhancements for connectivity...

posted: 02 May 2011, 14:56

HTC ThunderBolt software update is scheduled to roll out starting tomorrow; May 3rd

HTC ThunderBolt software update is scheduled to roll out starting tomorrow; May 3rd

Luckily, ThunderBolt owners can expect to see the software update being pushed out starting tomorrow, May 3rd. As we’ve mentioned previously, it’ll basically pack along enhancements for connectivity...

posted: 02 May 2011, 14:56

HTC ThunderBolt very close to receiving OTA update from Verizon

HTC ThunderBolt very close to receiving OTA update from Verizon

A pdf file posted on Big Red's web site tells the world that the HTC ThunderBolt is about to receive an OTA upgrade that fixes a variety of minor bugs and adds some improvements to the device...

posted: 30 Apr 2011, 06:37

Research firm ITG says that HTC ThunderBolt outsells the Apple iPhone 4 to be number one at Verizon

Research firm ITG says that HTC ThunderBolt outsells the Apple iPhone 4 to be number one at Verizon

The New York Post reports that last month, the HTC ThunderBolt started outselling the Apple iPhone 4 at Verizon, to become Big Red's number one handset...

posted: 20 Apr 2011, 16:02

$99 gets you the HTC ThunderBolt, but only if you live in Michigan?

$99 gets you the HTC ThunderBolt, but only if you live in Michigan?

The HTC ThunderBolt is the first 4G LTE smartphone to be released by Verizon Wireless, so it carries a premium price of $249.99 (with 2-year contact). But we've heard that some Verizon customers who live in the state...

posted: 19 Apr 2011, 00:11

Wirefly puts the HTC ThunderBolt on sale for $150

Wirefly puts the HTC ThunderBolt on sale for $150

The HTC ThunderBolt, Verizon's 4G LTE flagship, just got cheaper than ever. Until Monday of next week, online retailer Wirefly will be asking only $149 for the ThunderBolt – a good $100 less than what Big Red is currently selling it for...

posted: 13 Apr 2011, 07:34

Skype with video leaks out for HTC ThunderBolt

Skype with video leaks out for HTC ThunderBolt

The HTC ThunderBolt was to be the first with support for video chat via Skype, but the feature was cancelled in the last minute. Now, however, your trust for the HTC ThunderBolt has finally been rewarded as Skype with video calling has arrived...

posted: 12 Apr 2011, 02:51

HTC ThunderBolt having 4G connection issues

HTC ThunderBolt having 4G connection issues

There is one problem that we've been having on-and-off, and it appears we're not alone. For some (unknown) reason, the ThunderBolt will cycle from using 4G LTE, to 3G, to 1x (as shown on the top of the display) and then eventually go back to 4G...

posted: 11 Apr 2011, 03:41

Some HTC ThunderBolt units have a hot battery, overheating an issue

Some HTC ThunderBolt units have a hot battery, overheating an issue

It's not a secret that the battery life of the HTC ThunderBolt is not the device's strong side, but now a few reports...

posted: 06 Apr 2011, 09:37

HTC ThunderBolt overclocked to the astonishing 2.016GHz

HTC ThunderBolt overclocked to the astonishing 2.016GHz

There are guys who love nothing better than to play with their devices, and sometimes they achieve some truly astonishing feats...

posted: 05 Apr 2011, 06:55

App for HTC ThunderBolt turns on and off LTE connection

App for HTC ThunderBolt turns on and off LTE connection

In an effort to prolong battery life on the HTC ThunderBolt, the LTE OnOFF app has been created which allows owners of the HTC ThunderBolt to turn off the connection to Verizon's 4G LTE pipeline; those who have left comments on the...

posted: 03 Apr 2011, 12:58

Survey of Verizon reps says that the HTC ThunderBolt is outselling the Apple iPhone 4

Survey of Verizon reps says that the HTC ThunderBolt is outselling the Apple iPhone 4

A telephone survey of Verizon's sales reps was conducted to see if the HTC ThunderBolt was outselling the Apple iPhone 4 for Big Red; a majority of reps answered that both phones were selling equally...

posted: 01 Apr 2011, 13:52

HTC ThunderBolt has a camcorder audio problem, but a fix is on the way

HTC ThunderBolt has a camcorder audio problem, but a fix is on the way

HTC confirmed to Android Central that the ThunderBolt does have a problem with its camcorder's audio capture, and a fix is on the way; from users reports, we can infer that it relates to the noise canceling mic...

posted: 30 Mar 2011, 23:55

HTC ThunderBolt gets Gingerbread within the next few months

HTC ThunderBolt gets Gingerbread within the next few months

When an unhappy HTC ThunderBolt user contacted HTC for technical support, he unexpectedly received a hint…

posted: 28 Mar 2011, 09:54

Verizon offers the HTC ThunderBolt for $149 to selected subscribers

Verizon offers the HTC ThunderBolt for $149 to selected subscribers

If you have your mind set on Verizon's HTC ThunderBolt, one thing that might make you have second thoughts is the…

posted: 23 Mar 2011, 17:17

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