Friday, October 9th, 2009
Announced by Pantech a few weeks ago, the Sky DuPont IM-U510LE luxury phone is now available in South Korea via SK Telecom, the country’s largest mobile carrier.
The Sky DuPont is a full-touch candybar with golden accents, designed to remind users of the DuPont lighters’ look. The phone, which measures 106.8 x 50.8 x 11.15 mm and weighs 90 grams, actually opens up like a DuPont lighter to unveil a 3MP photo camera.
Other features include a 3 inch touchscreen display with 240 x 400 pixels, GPS, DMB TV, Music player, email and MicroSD card support. The price of Pantech DuPont is of around $830 – it’s the most expensive Pantech phone made until now.
[Via: unwiredview]
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
Samsung has just launched three new phones in India, all included in the affordable Guru series: Samsung Guru 2120, Guru 2130 and Guru 1160.
The 2120 and 2130 are the first Guru phones to feature a photo camera (a VGA one, more exactly). Their other specs are similar, including: 1.5 inch CSTN display with 128 x 128 pixels, Bluetooth, FM radio, music dedicated key, GSM/GPRS connectivity, Mobile Tracker, Bike Mode and MicroSD card support (up to 2GB).
Samsung Guru 2130 also has dual speakers. The Samsung Guru 1160 doesn’t have a camera and it features stereo FM radio, built-in torch, and a battery that can last up to 12 hours in talk-time mode. The prices of the new phones are as follows: Samsung Guru 2120 – 3,240 INR; Samsung Guru 2130 – 3,600 INR; Samsung Guru 1160 – 2,249.
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Thursday, October 1st, 2009
Today Verizon Wireless launched its first Windows Mobile 6.5 powered smartphone, the multimedia-centric Imagio from HTC. As if being among the first Windows Mobile 6.5 devices to hit the market, the Imagio is also the first Verizon smartphone to include support for the MediaFLO(INFO) based V CAST Mobile TV service that Verizon offers for $15 per month. The digital TV service comes through to the Imagio via its antenna, which serves double duty as a viewing kickstand.
The TV should appear big and bold on the Imagio’s massive 3.6-inch touchscreen display, which sports a monstrous 800 x 480 pixel resolution. And since there are TV programs and channels from over 19 networks to choose from, there’s sure to be something for everybody to enjoy. Of course, if you prefer to do it yourself, there’s also a 5.0 megapixel autofocus camera with camcorder ability on the Imagio.
The HTC Imagio can do more than just keep you connected in the U.S. since it also offers quad-band GSM/EDGE and 2100MHz UMTS/HSPA support for world roaming capability when it can’t rely on Verizon’s speedy EV-DO Rev. A 3G network. WiFi connectivity is also available, and the large 1500mAh battery should give the device plenty of power.
Verizon claims that the HTC Imagio also provides users with seamless social network integration and an HTC TouchFLO 3D powered user interface. The Imagio supports V CAST Music with Rhapsody, too, and even offers a 3.5mm port for use with standard stereo headphones – no adapter required.
The HTC Imagio will be available online on October 6, 2009 for $199.99 with a 2-year agreement, after a $100 mail-in rebate that comes in the form of a debit card. The Imagio will be available in Verizon Wireless retail locations starting on October 20.
[Via: mobileburn]
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Monday, September 28th, 2009
A new entry-level Samsung phone is coming soon: the Samsung C5130, a slider that doesn’t look too different from the other entry-level sliders announced by the South Korean company until now.
There aren’t too many advanced features packed into the Samsung C5310. The handset comes with a 2 inch 176 x 144 pixels display with 262K colors, Bluetooth 2.0, music player, FM radio, 1.3MP camera and MicroSD card support. The phone also has quad-band GSM/EDGE connectivity and 3G (although it’s only UMTS).
[Via: unwiredview]
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No.1 mobile phone provider in the U.S., and Alltel Wireless, announced the availability of the Samsung Freeform (SCH-r351). The Freeform is a sleek and stylish bar phone with a variety of appealing capabilities for Alltel Wireless customers.
The Samsung Freeform boasts a large 2.2 inch QCIF color display that makes pictures pop for a better viewing experience and is available in two color options, teal and red wine. The four-row QWERTY keyboard and multiple messaging options feature threaded text entry, which lets users send text messages instantly. Freeform users can access their favorite applications by clicking on customizable navigation keys.
The Freeform allows users to play individual music files or create full playlists, replicating a standalone MP3 player experience. The handset is equipped Stereo Bluetooth Wireless Technology allowing users to truly go wireless and an expandable memory up to 16GB.
Additional key features of the Samsung Freeform include:
• Slim Bar Design with Four-row QWERTY keyboard
• Teal and Burgundy Color Options
• Music Player
• Stereo Bluetooth Wireless Technology
• Multiple Messaging Options with Threaded Text Messaging
• Web-enabled
• GPS-enabled with Alltel Navigation
• Expandable Memory up to 16GB
• Speakerphone
• Voice Recognition
• Dimensions: 2.4″ x 4.42″ x .50″
• Main Display: 2.2″ QCIF, 262K TFT LCD
Additionally, the Samsung Freeform offers various wallpaper and ringtones options through Alltel Shop. The Freeform also provides access to games, ringtones and wallpapers through downloadable content, as well as advanced voice recognition and speakerphone for easy, hands-free communication.
[Via: infibeam]
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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009
HTC has announced the upcoming availability of the Android-powered Hero smartphone in India. The Hero is the second Android device to be available to Indian customers, after the HTC Magic, released earlier this summer.
Unlike the Magic, HTC Hero comes with HTC’s new Sense UI, which lets users customize the phone’s software. The new device also features access to Android Market, a 320 x 480 pixels capacitive touchscreen display, Wi-Fi, GPS, 5MP autofocus camera, 3.5mm headset jack, and MicroSD card slot.
HTC Hero’s price is of 34,600 INR in Maharashtra, and 31,990 in India’s other states. Airtel’s customers who buy the Hero will get 100MB of free monthly data downloads for 6 months.
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Friday, September 4th, 2009
Today Sony Ericsson announces the XPERIA X2 a new Windows phone that offers a best in class email and multimedia experience. In the modern world where 24/7 communication is key, users can instantly synchronise their mail and calendar and open and edit Microsoft Office Mobile documents quickly and efficiently to stay connected with colleagues wherever they are.
The XPERIA X2 also includes the unique SlideView feature, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities. Providing quick interaction with contacts, messages, media and more, SlideView gives an overview of missed incoming activity, notifying the user of any missed calls, e-mails and text messages so users don’t overlook an important contact.
With 14 specially designed preloaded XPERIA panels and 16 more to download, users can work with no boundaries with the XPERIA X2. From Skype, Mytopia and Google, to games, CNN and Windows Live, the panels ensure users are up-to-date with what matters most to them. With an improved touch interface and new 3D signature panel users also benefit from flexible desktop panels designed to categorise business, fun and communication features. Just set favourites to appear during certain times of the day and can get the latest news in the morning, YouTube at lunchtime and games for the journey home.
Powered by QWERTY messaging, Windows Mobile users can even show their presentations on the big screen with the TV out cable – the XPERIA X2 makes a day at the office a walk in the park.
“In the fast moving world we live in, the need to stay connected has never been so important.” said Sumit Malhotra, marketing business manager, Sony Ericsson. “We constantly rely on our mobile phones as an extension to the office and the XPERIA X2 debuting with Windows Mobile 6.5, allows users to work quickly and efficiently while on the move. The XPERIA X2 also features a new range of interactive panels as well as SlideView, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities – perfect for those who need to see any missed incoming activity at a glance.”
Entertainment is not compromised on XPERIA X2. Enjoy amazing multimedia with the 3.2″ high resolution touch screen and DVD quality and take advantage of the 8.1 megapixel camera to capture and instantly share experiences with friends and family. Personalise the panels and users can access Facebook to upload their party or holiday images and they can chat with friends across the world via Skype. Whether it is music, photography, email, video or gaming the XPERIA X2 has it all.
“Windows phones allow people to manage their whole world – from work to home to play – on a single handset,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager, product management, Microsoft Corp. “The XPERIA X2 taps the powerful messaging and multimedia capabilities in Windows Mobile so customers can be in touch, productive and entertained wherever they are.”
With the need to stay connected 24/7 Sony Ericsson has designed XPERIA Services, a bespoke and unique after sales package designed to help XPERIA X2 users get the most out of their mobile phone. With a specialised technical team standing by to support busy users and talk through the outstanding features the XPERIA X2 has to offer users can get help from troubleshooting to how to access their favourite websites. And if their XPERIA X2 stops working while they are abroad, XPERIA Services can replace the mobile phone via a simple phone call.
XPERIA Services really has been devised with the consumer in mind and to help consumers discover more about their XPERIA X2.
XPERIA X2: Live life without boundaries:-
• Windows Mobile 6.5 – work on the move easier
• Make the most of the day – flexible desktop panels categorised for life: communication and fun, multimedia, business and internet
• Work without boundaries – instant synchronisation of mail, calendar powered by QWERTY keyboard messaging and Windows Mobile
• Slide view – quick access to frequently used phone activities and overview of missed incoming activity
• Present documents on the big screen – TV out cable
• Never get stranded – XPERIA exclusive travel insurance
• Enjoy amazing multimedia – 3.2″ high resolution touch screen and DVD quality
• 8.1 mega pixel camera with Photo light – easily upload images to web albums
• Real 3D panel – 3D effects and zoom, music playback controls
[Via: infibeam]
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Xperia X2 is not the only new phone announced by Sony Ericsson these days. The Swedish-Japanese company has also unveiled, in London, the Xperia Pureness, a handset that looks atypical for the Xperia family – that’s because it has something to do with Sony’s new make.believe brand direction.
The Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness is a phone with a simple design, bringing together “beautiful craftsmanship and the concept of talk, text, time – a holiday from technology.”And to continue with the PR language, the Xperia Pureness “approaches the mobile phone as a work of art rather than technology.” Reportedly, Sony Ericsson’s designers “aimed to sculpt an object of design that reflected the purity of water and a sense of calmness when not in use.”
[Via: unwiredview]
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Samsung has expanded its S Series of external hard drives by another two members – the 3.5″ S3 Station that holds a 2TB hard drive within, while the S2 comes with a 2.5″ 640GB portable hard drive inside.
No idea on pricing, but we do know that the S2 will arrive sometime thismonth while the S3 Station will only hit the market sometime early next year. Security-wise, you need not worry as both new hard drives will offer similar security features that have been incorporated in other S2 Portable and S1 Mini drives including Auto Backup, SecretZone and SafetyKey.
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Thursday, August 20th, 2009
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the market expansion of the Omnia II (model name: I8000), an all-in-one Smartphone based on Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional.
Launched on July 15 in Singapore, where its predecessor Omnia was unveiled last year, the Samsung Omnia II is in great demand by eagerly awaiting fans. The Samsung Omnia II began selling in other Asian countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam in July, and will be launched in over twenty further countries during August, including The Netherlands, China, Australia, Turkey and The United Arab Emirates.
Armed with the latest technology including an ultra fast 800MHz application processor, crystal-clear WVGA AMOLED display and more, the Omnia II enhances Samsung’s reputation in the growing Smartphone market.
“Samsung has made a great effort to reinforce its leadership in the Smartphone market over the past several years and the success of Omnia II is proof of our continuous efforts,” said Younghee Lee, Vice President of Marketing, Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. “I strongly believe that Omnia II satisfies the needs of consumers who want it all – efficiency at work, communications with their loved ones, fun multimedia experiences and style for any occasion.”
“The powerful multimedia capabilities in the Samsung Omnia II, combined with the familiar, easy-to-use Windows Mobile software, give customers a single, versatile phone for work, home or play,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager of product management, Microsoft Corp.
[Via: infibeam]
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