Palm has released a software update for the Verizon Palm Centro. Software update 1.03 is a "minor tune-up that may improve device usability in certain situations."
Palm has teamed up with InStyle.com for a promotion to give away 10 of the new Vibrant rose Centro smartphones. For a chance to enter, head on over to Palm for a chance to win. No purchase necessary. Sweepstakes ends on November 30th, 2008.
Palm today announced the forthcoming release of two new colors for the Palm Centro on on Sprint Wireless. Available starting on October 19th, the Palm Centro will be available in both Olive and Vibrant Rose. These colors will be in addition to Onyx Black. Pink and Red are no longer available. The new Palm Centro will feature double the storage (128MB user storage up from 64MB) and include both Facebook and Google Maps.
The release date is for select retail locations. Starting on November 2nd, the Palm Centro in Olive and Vibrant Rose will be available in Sprint Stores, consumer and business channels and online at www.sprint.com/centro.
Facebook has become a great way to stay in touch with friends and you can do this directly from your Palm Centro. Facebook for Palm allows you to do everything you can do from your desktop. Respond to messages, upload photos and video, and receive status updates like you're on the Facebook site.
This week only we are pleased to announce the first
Everything Centro "Mobile Heist", an unprecedented software sales event featuring 25 top selling Palm Treo and Centro software titles are all priced at just $9.95.
You can save up to 65% this week only. Here are just a few of the popular titles included in the Mobile Heist.
- Butler: Highly rated and regarded by Treo owners, Butler offers 7 sets of utilities for the price of one.
- Palmary Clock: The most stylish alarm clock offered for the Treo, Palmary Clock offers a great number of skins to suit your style.
- UltimatePhone: Provides a Web 2.0 experience on your Palm Treo.
There are 25 Top Titles available. Check them out today before it's too late. The Everything Centro Mobile Heist ends on August 17th.
Palm has announced it has sold its two-millionth Centro smartphone. With it's pocket friendly design and wallet friendly price, the Centro has been a hit around the world.
The Centro available from almost 20 carriers worldwide, including the three largest carriers in the United States, Centro has reached more young adults and women, as well as a broader range of household income, than any prior Palm smartphone. It offers customers an affordable, simple and fun option for staying connected and doing more with their mobile phones.
Recent data released by AdMob, the largest advertising network on the mobile web, further echoes the momentum of Palm's smallest, lightest and most affordable smartphone. According to the company's Mobile Metrics report, Palm Centro leapt onto the list of mobile phones worldwide in May as the No. 8 device, and moved up in June to No. 7. AdMob cites the growth of inexpensive phones, such as Palm Centro, as a primary driver in mobile Internet usage.
Palm has released a Centro software update for Sprint customers only. The update includes support for the My Location feature in Google Mobile Maps. My Location approximates your location so when you're getting directions, you only need to select My Location rather than input your address. This makes it even easier to find nearby restaurants or businesses, check local traffic, or find the best route to your next destination.
- Improved Gmail IMAP compatibility and an updated setup wizard with the new Gmail settings
- Updated compatibility for Google Mobile Maps My Location feature to approximate your current location great for directions, finding nearby restaurants or business, or checking local traffic.
- Improved ongoing delivery of email sent to VersaMail accounts using Microsoft's Direct Push Technology via Exchange ActiveSync
- Bluetooth usability enhancements and updates
- Sprint TV performance enhancements
- Enhanced AOL Instant Messenger performance
- Improved performance when adding a contact using Mobile Voice Control
- Improved email attachment handling
- Changed default camera shutter sound to ON. Audible shutter click will be heard when taking photos
- Allows Preferred Roaming List updates over the air
The Centro Software Update for Sprint is available for download from Palm's website.
via Palm Blog
Palm and AT&T have a new promotion for AT&T Centro smartphones, including the new electric blue Centro announced just a few days ago. The Palm Centro on AT&T is now available for as low as $69.99 with a 2-year agreement after a mail-in rebate.
The Palm Centro on AT&T is available in glacier white, obsidian black and the new electric blue. The promotion runs from July 11th through September 20th.
Adding the spectrum of available colors, Palm today announced the introduction of Glacier Blue for AT&T Wireless. The new color will be available starting Friday at www.att.com and www.palm.com/centro.
Palm also mentioned a "back to school" program that will make these Centro smartphones more affordable than ever. We should have more details on Friday.
via The Palm Blog
Palm today announced the general availability of the Centro in an unlocked version for US customers. The unlocked Palm Centro is white with grey accents and allows US customers to use the device on any GSM carrier in the US (AT&T, T-Mobile). The unlocked Centro retails for $299.
Also available starting tomorrow is Google Maps for mobile with My Location on Centro, giving customers faster access to local maps and driving directions. Google Maps for mobile with My Location will be available free of charge for Palm Centro smartphones at http://www.google.com/gmm. Please check the site for details on the download process and carrier availability.
