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Sprint has just announced some new software upgrades for the users of one of the Samsung handsets they are selling, the ACE. The device, also known as SPH-i325, was provided with the latest (at least at the time of its release) Windows Mobile 6 operating system, which is also the most powerful. So it doesn’t matter if you want to surf the web, to stream the videos that you love most or just catch up on the day’s work, the point is that you will be able to do all of this with broadband-like speed.



Introduced in February 2008, the ACE now features GPS function supporting Sprint Navigation which includes more than 10 million listings. On the other hand, there’s an upgrade concerning the operating system of this smartphone. Now it runs on Windows Mobile 6.1 as well as supports Office Mobile 6.1. This means that applications are now safer to use, while the navigation is faster and easier.

If you’re not sure about the reason why you should upgrade your Samsung ACE, then read this: you’ll be able to view and edit Excel and Word files on the go, you’ll enjoy text messaging in a chat-style, Sprint Navigation with Live Search and a whole lot more. Therefore, current upgrades which are now available for ACE are Windows Mobile 6.1 and the GPS Navigation (Sprint Navigation).



In order to upgrade the device, you’ll need to fulfill some requirements. As far as the PC is concerned, you should have one of the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 2, Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista. You’ll also need the USB data cable that was included in the box with your handset, an Active Sync 4.5 or Windows Mobile Device Center and Samsung ACE handset with fully charged battery.

Having all that, you are ready to download the Upgrade tool. Now, what should you do? First of all, you should back up the data that is currently stored on your ACE. In addition, Samsung recommends that you remove your microSD and SIM cards. Then load the USB driver to your computer and wait no more than 15-20 minutes to complete the upgrade process. Another very important thing is for you to check with your company’s IT policy before updating your software.

“Sprint’s commitment to providing time-saving features, along with the freedom to access and download the content they want and have a PC-like experience, is key”, said Michael Hahn, vice-president-Customer Equipment for Sprint. “Whether customers want to update their PowerPoint presentation, find a local restaurant with Live Search, get turn-by-turn driving directions, or just enjoy the simplicity of their handset, the Samsung ACE delivers it all so customers can have what they want now”.

The enhanced capabilities of the Samsung ACE combined with Sprint’s $99.99 Simply Everything pricing plan delivers undeniable value to Sprint customers. The $99.99 Simply Everything plan offers customers unlimited voice and data and is available for any Sprint or Nextel handset. For families/group plan Simply Everything includes an incremental $5 discount per line up to 5 lines.

(Source phonearea.net)