Rumored: Sony Ericsson k850i , "Ansel" and iPhone Business

Thanks to Chris for tipping me off on this one. Both Engadget and Boy Genius Report have uncovered an internal slide featuring Sony Ericsson k850i and "Ansel", LG VU and hints about iPhone having more a more business focus. AT&T is also looking to streamline Wi-Fi and MediaFlo too. Hopefully they follow through on the business support for the iPhone. Right now there are more business customers who want the iPhone than you could shake a stick at. If AT&T and Apple allow it to be sold to business accounts and pick up some much needed exchange server support, both will be seeing strong surges in sales. Oh and Chris, the z750 is already in the works, and who would abandon a push-email flip phone?

Hunch: Blackjack II and Shine within the week

Information kits have started showing up for the Blackjack II and accessories for both the Shine and the Blackjack II have also. So call it a hunch that these two will be hitting stores within the week.

Update: Engadget has already spotted some shines.

Confirmed: LG CU720 Shine

The oh so mysterious LG CU720 is about ready to hit AT&T very soon. Hopefully should be showing up in the next couple days, hopefully I can get some shots for you folks out there. Just keeping you posted, but if you need some more vague info for your fix check out Engadget.

Confirmed: Sierra 881 USBConnect

We've seen a decrease in USB Dataconnect cards, most likely due to the fact that the sierra 881 is launching right about now. It will support all of AT&T's HSUPA uploading goodness (assuming that is you are in a HSUPA area). Engadget was 1st to break the news, and released a nice feature. The AT&T communication manager loaded on the device itself. Very convinent for the many of us who have a habit of losing those pesky disks. You can pick it up for $49.99 after a $100 MIR with 2 year unlimited data connect.

Software: Google Notebook Mobile

Google can mark up another mobile app for their lineup. While it's not earth shattering, it is pretty nice to have all your thoughts in one place. check it out at google.

Confirmed: AT&T 5700

AT&T just sent out preview kits for the 5700. Key notes are as follows...

• It will only be Windows Mobile 5. (Why is beyond me)
• Will have "Documents To Go", so you can edit word, powerpoint and excel
  
• 2 MP with flash (Not bad)
• Supports a plethora of music and video formats
• Will support Bluetooth GPS for Telenav
• You will be able to use AT&T's smartphone plans. (Unlimited Data for $20 and Unlimited Data and Text for $40)

Overall not a bad gig for $80, and the fact that you can get setup with monthy access for $20 instead of the normal price of $40 for data access. Should be hitting stores in the next 2 weeks, if not less.

Software: Pandora Mobile on AT&T

AT&T announced today that they have officially launched Pandora mobile for select AT&T Cell phones. For those not familiar with Pandora, it is a internet radio generated by the music genome project and Pandora will play music similar to what users input. Users then can give a thumbs up or down and Pandora will adapt to that preference. If you haven't tried out Pandora for your computer, it's a free sign up, and definitely worth checking out.
Pandora was previously exclusive on Sprint's network, but now seems to be branching out. I personally was ecstatic when I came across the program yesterday on AT&T's website.
Currently Pandora is only available on the following models "the Samsung SYNC, a717 and a737, the Motorola V3xx and RAZR 2, LG trax and existing LG CU400 and CU405 models." Unfortunately I have none of these, but hopefully soon we'll see more. Pandora will only run in 3G coverage too(No surprise), and AT&T recommends unlimited data(no duh). AT&T will be giving out a 1 month free trial of Pandora, and after that they will be charging an astonishing $8.99 a month for the service. Many Pandora fans will still end up bitting the bullet. All in all worth checking out for the free month at least.

Software: Opera Mini 4 is official!

Opera Mini 4 is now official and should be fully compatible with most phones. The new Opera boast reduced data amounts (read faster page loads), increased usability on blackberrys (except mine!), better CSS support, mouse pointer mode and other usability enhancements. I'll have to install it on one of my backup phones, since it's not working on my 8800, but it looks fantastic. Check it out yourself at Opera's site.

Confirmed: LG Shine-CU720 Pricing

An anonymous tipster (which we're all about) dropped a hint at Boy Genius Report that the LG shine will be appearing at AT&T for $149.99 (No word on rebate). BGR pointed out that this is one of many handsets at the $150 price point, and there are plenty more for a bit more. AT&T is making the price of entry into data devices very appealing, now if they could get some iPhone-esc service plans there would be no stopping them.

Confirmed: New price list

AT&T's newest price list was released, giving way to the following:

• LG CU515 in plum color.
• Sony Ericsson z750 $99.99 after $50 MIR (confirmed earlier)
• Motorola V3xx in Lavender/Chrome, still $149.99 after $50
  
• Samsung A747 $149.99 after $50 MIR
• Samsung Blackjack II (Black and Red) $149.99 after $100 MIR (With unl. data plan)

This list is supposed to be good until 1/5, but there will have to be an update, not a whole lot here, but it's got a roadmap for what to expect before thanksgiving at least.