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Samsung G810 Review

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Nowadays, the emphasis in the digital revolution lies on innovation and development. That is one of the reasons for companies such as Samsung to continue their search for new possibilities with a fresh view. Mobile photography is carefully moving into the photography market, and the Samsung G810 mobile phone is a good example. Not only are the possibilities of the built-in digital camera more enhanced than those of the average camera phone, also the multi-functionality of the G810 as a whole is surprising. The device is able to serve as a route navigator and comes with Route 66 navigation software for Western Europe.

• Read our full Samsung G810 review.

Nokia 1508 budget phone

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Nokia announced the new 1508 and its variant the Nokia 1508i, a compact, mobile phone that easily fits into your hand and best of all it’s easy on your budget. The Nokia 1508 cell phone features include a slim, lightweight candy bar design, easy key pad dialing, integrated stereo FM radio and high-speed data connectivity to the internet via cable.

Camera phone photography contest

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:11:00 GMT

Following the amazing success of World View 2007, which received more than 70,000 entries from every corner of the world, World View is back for its third and biggest year yet. This unique online competition gives everyone the opportunity to share their camera phone photography with a global audience. With an exciting, interactive website and unbelievable new prizes, Sony Ericsson World View 2008 - the ultimate camera phone photography competition, is set to be more popular than ever.

Nokia 7610 Supernova

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:34:00 GMT

Recognizing that no one style fits all, Nokia unveiled a new range of products to let consumers express their personal styles on a number of levels ranging from stylish designs, to personalization through vibrantly hued exchangeable covers, one of these new devices is the Nokia 7610 Supernova mobile phone. The Nokia 7610 Supernova is part of the new Nokia Supernova range, featuring a mix of bold colors and an of-the-moment design, evoking the allure of the latest statement handbags or must-have sunglasses. Aimed at style conscious men and women who want to stay connected, the new range delivers exceptional mobile functionality alongside a variety of music and internet experiences.

Nokia 7510 Supernova

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:33:00 GMT

Recognizing that no one style fits all, Nokia unveiled a new range of products to let consumers express their personal styles on a number of levels ranging from stylish designs, to personalization through vibrantly hued exchangeable covers, one of these new devices is the Nokia 7510 Supernova mobile phone. The Nokia 7510 Supernova is part of the new Nokia Supernova range, featuring a mix of bold colors and an of-the-moment design, evoking the allure of the latest statement handbags or must-have sunglasses. Aimed at style conscious men and women who want to stay connected, the new range delivers exceptional mobile functionality alongside a variety of music and internet experiences.

Nokia 7310 Supernova

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:31:00 GMT

Recognizing that no one style fits all, Nokia unveiled a new range of products to let consumers express their personal styles on a number of levels ranging from stylish designs, to personalization through vibrantly hued exchangeable covers, one of these new devices is the Nokia 7310 Supernova mobile phone. The Nokia 7310 Supernova is part of the new Nokia Supernova range, featuring a mix of bold colors and an of-the-moment design, evoking the allure of the latest statement handbags or must-have sunglasses. Aimed at style conscious men and women who want to stay connected, the new range delivers exceptional mobile functionality alongside a variety of music and internet experiences.

Nokia 7210 Supernova

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:30:00 GMT

Recognizing that no one style fits all, Nokia unveiled a new range of products to let consumers express their personal styles on a number of levels ranging from stylish designs, to personalization through vibrantly hued exchangeable covers, one of these new devices is the Nokia 7210 Supernova mobile phone. The Nokia 7210 Supernova is part of the new Nokia Supernova range, featuring a mix of bold colors and an of-the-moment design, evoking the allure of the latest statement handbags or must-have sunglasses. Aimed at style conscious men and women who want to stay connected, the new range delivers exceptional mobile functionality alongside a variety of music and internet experiences.

Logitech Autofocus Webcam

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:58:00 GMT

To help you stay close to those who matter most, Logitech, the world’s leading manufacturer of webcams, unveiled its first Mac-compatible webcam with premium autofocus technology and Carl Zeiss optics: the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam for Mac. The new Logitech auto focus webcam delivers image-perfect detail and clarity, and exceptional video calling with iChat and Skype.

Garmin Edge GPS navigation

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:55:00 GMT

Garmin introduces the Edge 705 and Edge 605 the latest innovations in the popular line of integrated personal training systems for recreational and advanced cyclists. The Edge 705 and Edge 605 provide mapping capabilities, street navigation and a 2.2” colour display in addition to tracking vertical profiles, climb and descent, altitude, speed, distance, and time.The Edge 705 represents several breakthroughs in cycling technology, including SRM compatibility and wireless unit-to-unit connectivity.

Garmin Forerunner 405

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:50:00 GMT

Garmin introduces the Forerunner 405 - the latest in Garmin’s popular line of GPS-enabled fitness devices, packing powerful functions and innovative features into a compact size like none other. Runners can track their speed, distance, heart rate and location accurately and effortlessly, and the revolutionary patent pending touch bezel on the face of the watch makes navigating the options easier than ever. Simply by tapping, holding or running a finger along the bezel, runners can begin a new workout, access their training history or challenge a Virtual Partner.

Motorola MotoZine ZN5

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Motorola and Kodak announced the Motozine ZN5, the first mobile product combining world-class innovation from both companies. The Motorola Motozine ZN5 combines a high-quality cell phone and digital camera experience to help content-craving consumers seize inspiration and share the content they create and love with the world. Unveiled today in Beijing at a gallery-inspired event, Motorola Zine ZN5 cell phone delivers an easy and immersive mobile imaging experience.

Samsung t339

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT

T-Mobile USA announces the availability of the Samsung t339, the newest addition to the growing line-up of mobile phones that support T-Mobile HotSpot @Home service, which provides unlimited, nationwide calling over any accessible Wi-Fi connection in addition to great in-home coverage. The groundbreaking wireless service was first introduced a year ago with two handset options. Now T-Mobile customers can choose from eight HotSpot-enabled phones, including three smartphones and a variety of Nokia and Samsung phones.

Nokia 6301

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:40:00 GMT

T-Mobile USA announces the availability of the Nokia 6301, the newest addition to the growing line-up of mobile phones that support T-Mobile HotSpot @Home service, which provides unlimited, nationwide calling over any accessible Wi-Fi connection in addition to great in-home coverage. The groundbreaking wireless service was first introduced a year ago with two handset options. Now T-Mobile customers can choose from eight HotSpot-enabled phones, including three smartphones and a variety of Nokia and Samsung phones.

Creative Zen Stone Plus review

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:20:00 GMT

The Creative Zen Stone and the Stone Plus are two extremely compact, lightweight MP3 players with a nice, round yet sleek design. Both MP3 players have been equipped with an external speaker, which is spoken of highly, thanks to its size, its power and the possibility it offers to share your music with other people. "It's almost unbelievable that small MP3 players like these have speakers that sound this well," states Creative's CEO. Can the MP3 player live up to the high expectations?

• Read our Creative Zen Stone Plus review.

Sony Ericsson C905 CyberShot

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:25:00 GMT

The C905 is Sony Ericsson’s first Cyber-shot slider and its most advanced camera phone yet. With an 8.1 megapixel camera and real camera flash amongst its cutting-edge capabilities, it offers easy photo-taking in a phone that derives its looks from a digital camera and offers the picture quality to match. “The Sony Ericsson C905 CyberShot has been developed to make us all better photographers! That means making it easier to take great shots and never missing that magic moment.” said Sven Totté, Head of Imaging Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “The 8.1 megapixel Sony Ericsson C905 is a viable alternative to a digital camera.”

Sony Ericsson S302 Snapshot

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:20:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson just launched its new S302 Snapshot mobile phone. The Sony Ericsson S302 Snapshot has been designed - good looks, must-have features and a pocket-sized slim design. “The Sony Ericsson’s C302 CyberShot has been developed to make us all better photographers! That means making it easier to take great shots and never missing that magic moment.” said Sven Totté, Head of Imaging Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “The Sony Ericsson S302 is perfect for those who don’t want to miss a moment and like to send or Bluetooth their photos to their friends.”

Sony Ericsson F305

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:15:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson is putting gaming at the heart of its latest phone release. Targeted firmly at a youth audience, the Sony Ericsson F305 with Motion Gaming lets users control games with the flick of a wrist or the swing of an arm, and then see the results straightaway on the screen. Using advanced motion sensor technology, the phone can, for example, follow your actions to imitate bowling or casting a fishing line. With the Sony Ericsson F305 your favourite game is only one-click away. Enjoy the full gaming experience with stereo speakers, which also come in handy for sharing the latest track on the media player. Add a 2.0” screen into this pocket-sized slider phone and the F305 takes playing games on your mobile to a whole new level.

Sony Ericsson K330

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:10:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson announces a new entry-level phone, designed for lasting communication, the Sony Ericsson K330. With superb talk and standby times, torch functions and FM Radio the Sony Ericsson K330 does the basics well. Add the camera and Bluetooth functions to it and you get further features on a straightforward phone. The new candy-bar phone from Sony Ericsson has been designed with simplicity and value for money in mind. For those wanting a clear-cut camera phone, the Sony Ericsson K330 with video capture and Bluetooth sharing is the obvious choice. This mobile phone also offers FM radio listening via speakerphone or stereo headset.

Sony Ericsson J132

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:05:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson announces a new entry-level phone, designed for lasting communication, the Sony Ericsson J132. With superb talk and standby times, torch functions and FM Radio the Sony Ericsson J132 does the basics well. The new candy-bar phone from Sony Ericsson has been designed with simplicity and value for money in mind. The Sony Ericsson J132 is a talk and text phone with FM radio and stereo hands free kit; the solid feel and dust-resistant keypad make it an ideal everyday companion.

Sony Ericsson Bluetooth headsets

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Whether practicality, design or size is important, the new Sony Ericsson Bluetooth headset range has something for everyone. The new Bluetooth family, the HBH PV-715, HBH PV-720 and HBH PV-740, includes Sony Ericsson’s best performance headsets to date placing them at the very top of the market in terms of standby and talk time and also introducing a new Sony Ericsson form factor that is very small and light.

Sony Ericsson USB modems

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:55:00 GMT

For people on the move keeping in touch via the internet with colleagues, clients, friends and family is a necessity. Now Sony Ericsson gives users the speed they need in a stylish way with its two new USB modems complete with HSPA technology, the MD400 and MD400g. Users can receive 7.2Mb/s in download and up to 2.0Mb/s in upload speeds. This means that sending attachments via email such as images or video content can be sent up to five times faster than before.

Nokia E71

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:50:00 GMT

Nokia introduces the Nokia E71, the latest email-optimized devices from the Nokia Eseries product range. The sleek Nokia E71 with full QWERTY keyboard easily mobilizes a broad range of personal or professional messaging needs, including Microsoft Exchange, the world's most widely adopted corporate email solution. The Nokia E71 comes fully equipped for easy-to-install and easy-to-use professional and personal email. People who use Microsoft Exchange at work can access their email using the Mail for Exchange mobile email client, which comes pre-loaded with the Nokia E71. The new Nokia E71 mobile device is expected to begin shipping in key markets in July and are expected to retail at EUR 350, before applicable taxes and subsidies.

Nokia E66

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:45:00 GMT

Nokia introduces the Nokia E66, the latest email-optimized devices from the Nokia Eseries product range. The stylish, slide-to-open Nokia E66 easily mobilizes a broad range of personal or professional messaging needs, including Microsoft Exchange, the world's most widely adopted corporate email solution. The Nokia E66 comes fully equipped for easy-to-install and easy-to-use professional and personal email. People who use Microsoft Exchange at work can access their email using the Mail for Exchange mobile email client, which comes pre-loaded with the Nokia E66. The new Nokia E66 mobile device is expected to begin shipping in key markets in July and are expected to retail at EUR 350, before applicable taxes and subsidies.

Samsung L288 TD-SCDMA

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT

NXP Software announces the integration of its LifeVibes MxMedia solution into Samsung's new L288 TD-SCDMA mobile phone. LifeVibes MxMedia solution for TD-SCDMA feature phones offers a complete, pre-integrated multimedia middleware solution including video telephony and TV playing. LifeVibes VideoTelephony is a fully integrated and tested TD-SCDMA solution, delivering plug and play interoperability, robust performance for a hassle-free user experience. LifeVibes TvPlayer allows excellent video streaming via high bandwidth 3G networks.

Samsung L310 test

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 22:30:00 GMT

Allure, flair and elegance are feminine features, and at the same time they are also the features of the Samsung L310 Allure. This clamshell ladyphone has a refined design that resembles a jewel. In addition, the device has been equipped with everything a modern mobile phone should be equipped with. There is nothing left to desire as far as functions are concerned; the phone features an FM radio, MP3 player, 2 Megapixel digital camera and rather typical; a shopping list. Samsung created the L310 to add to a luxurious lifestyle. In addition, the phone comes with an exclusive clutch, designed by makeup artist and hairstylist Leco van Zadelhoff.

• Read our full Samsung L310 test.

Phone to serve as mobile shopping device

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 22:11:00 GMT

The future of the mobile phone may lie in its use as a mobile shopping device, according to a discussion among global mobile executives at the SNS Future in Review (FiRe) technology conference. Scanbuy Corp. announced at FiRe a new barcode system scheduled for U.S. release this summer which will allow users to wirelessly purchase and ship products using their mobile device’s pre-barcode-fitted camera. Chetan Sharma, President of Chetan Sharma Consulting, hosted the “Future of Wireless” panel, which included Gary Roshak, Vice President, Mobile Advertisers and Publishers, Yahoo!; Jonathan Bulkeley, CEO, Scanbuy; Hugh Bradlow, CTO, Telstra; and Rajeev Chand, Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst, Wireless, Rutberg & Co.

Apple iPhone Time Management Software

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Make Your Day Media announced availability of its new time management application, RemindYou, for the Apple iPhone mobile phones. RemindYou is a simple, yet powerful application which turns the Apple iPhone into a time management dynamo by significantly increasing access to the user’s appointment schedule. RemindYou syncs iCal, Outlook, or Entourage events to the lock screen of the iPhone and displays upcoming appointments every time they use the mobile phone.

Nokia 6205 The Dark Knight

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Verizon Wireless, builder and operator of the nation’s most reliable wireless network, and Nokia, the world leader in mobility, announced the availability of the Nokia 6205 The Dark Knight edition mobile phone. Celebrating the upcoming July 18 theatrical release of “The Dark Knight,” the Nokia 6205 The Dark Knight edition will be available exclusively online at Verizon Wireless beginning, Sunday, June 15. Clad in a mysterious black color and embellished with a subtle The Dark Knight emblem, this themed-edition flip phone comes pre-loaded with wallpapers, voice tones, animated screensavers inspired by the film, and a full movie trailer.

Garmin Colorado 300 GPS

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:50:00 GMT

The newly launched Garmin Colorado 300 is a GPS device for outdoor, marine and fitness enthusiasts. With the addition of Garmin’s revolutionary Rock ’n Roller wheel, you really can operate its many features with just one hand - most with just one thumb. On land or at sea, you’ll never lose your way with Colorado’s high-sensitivity GPS receiver, worldwide basemap with shaded-relief and vibrant colour 3-inch screen with high resolution. The Garmin Colorado 300 also plays well with others, allowing for wireless exchange of tracks, waypoints and geocaches between units.

GSM Mobile Phone watch

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:45:00 GMT

Turtle Wireless is proud to introduce the TW801 GSM watch, a revolutionary Tri-band cell phone designed to be worn like a wristwatch. This mobile phone watch comes with a digital camera, Bluetooth, MP3 / MP4 capabilities, touch screen, WAP / GPRS compatibility, and much more. The Turtle Wireless TW-801 will be available to the North American market starting June 16th and retails for less than $249.00. It includes Stereo Bluetooth Headset, Extra Battery, Car and Home Charger’s, Data Cable and a one year warranty.

Nuance voice search prototype on iPhone

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:40:00 GMT

Nuance Communications, a leading provider of speech solutions, unveiled a ground-breaking prototype for voice search capabilities shown on the Apple iPhone. The newly designed application introduces a new, more compelling consumer and search experience.

AT&T to offer iPhone on its 3G Network

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:24:00 GMT

AT&T announced it will be the exclusive U.S. provider of the new Apple iPhone 3G, details of which were outlined earlier this week at Apple’s Worldwide Developer’s Conference in San Francisco. Under the terms of a new agreement with Apple, AT&T remains the exclusive U.S. carrier of the new 3G Apple iPhone, which will be available beginning July 11 2008 at a starting price of $199 with a 2 year contract. AT&T expects that iPhone 3G's attractive pricing and rich set of features including business e-mail and other applications, combined with the broadband speeds of AT&T’s 3G network, will spur significant subscriber and revenue growth - particularly in wireless data - and strengthen AT&T’s wireless leadership and long-term growth profile.

LG Decoy

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:14:00 GMT

A dream for the multi-tasking consumer, the glossy front and satin back LG Decoy cellular is the world’s first phone to have a Bluetooth hands-free headset integrated into the design. The Decoy headset slips into the back of the device for easy transport and charging. The LG Decoy slider phone also sports a five-way directional joystick for easy navigating through all of Verizon Wireless’ multimedia features such as VCAST Music and V CAST Video.

LG Dare

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:12:00 GMT

From the sleek, slim appearance, to the all touch-screen operation, the LG Dare mobile phone will be the talk of the season. Loaded with multimedia functionality, this 3G VCAST capable phone has VZ Navigator, VCAST Music, and a 3.2 megapixel digital still and video camera that automatically adapts to low or unevenly distributed light for better quality pictures.

LG Chocolate 3

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:10:00 GMT

Chocolate gets even sweeter this summer, and the latest iteration of this iconic mobile music phone is even more stylish and functional than its predecessors. The new LG Chocolate 3 mobile phone trades in its slider form factor for a slim flip style that brings with it the quintessential music player complete with control wheel on the outside and an FM transmitter to play music through a car stereo.

Samsung Z400 direct connect cell phone

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:29:00 GMT

Offering customers industry leading push-to-talk performance and military-grade durability, Samsung Mobile announced the upcoming availability of the Z400 by Samsung, exclusive to Sprint. The durable clamshell cell phone passed rigorous testing to meet military standards specifications (MIL-STD 810F) for resistance to dust, shock and vibration and is housed in a rubberized coating to reduce scratching and improve grip. The Samsung Z400 is Samsung’s first Nextel Direct Connect capable handset and also delivers the faster data speeds of Sprint Mobile Broadband and Sprint’s largest voice calling area.

Apple iPhone voice broadcast application

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:43:00 GMT

Ifbyphone, the telephone application platform company, announced the new Ifbyphone Voice Broadcast application for Apple iPhones. Ifbyphone’s Voice Broadcast application for Apple iPhones enables users to send recorded messages to as many recipients as they wish without using any of the users’ calling-plan minutes. The Ifbyphone telephone application platform delivers the broadcasts either immediately, or at a future scheduled time.

Popeye becomes popular mobile game

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:42:00 GMT

Namco Networks, a leading publisher and developer of mobile games and entertainment for mass-market casual gamers, announced that more than 100,000 Popeye comics have been downloaded by consumers since the game launched in November of 2007. Namco has created an innovative method of rewarding players that incorporates a network component into a mobile game that allows consumers to download comic strips as redeemable rewards.

New Alcatel cell phones

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:41:00 GMT

TCL Communication Technology Holdings launched three new handsets within its Essence family line today, the Alcatel OT-S120, OT-S210 and OT-S211 focusing on simplicity and style, reinforcing its position in the entry range segment. While the three handsets are similar in appearances, the varying levels of functions once again demonstrates Alcatel mobile phones’ target to provide handsets that fit perfectly with their customers’ needs.

Smartphone; Best Mobile Internet Device

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:40:00 GMT

As categories of mobile devices converge, there are four primary types of productivity tools - the ultra-mobile PC (UMPC), the mobile Internet device (MID), smartphones, and smartphones with mobile companions, reports In-Stat, the clear winner in an In-Stat survey of U.S. consumers is the smartphone, either alone or with a mobile companion, the high-tech market research firm says. Nearly half of the respondents chose the benefits and capabilities associated with smartphones. Fewer than 10% indicated a preference for the capabilities of MIDs.

Samsung Omnia

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Samsung announces the launch of the new Samsung Omnia SGH-i900 mobile phone. The Samsung Omnia brings together high performance business content, top of the range style and a fun, dynamic multi-media experience, to ensure consumers are always connected both at home and at work. Omnia, meaning ‘everything’ in Latin and ‘wish’ in Arabic, goes beyond the current top-of-the-line features available in today’s mobile phones. The Samsung i900 Omnia will be available to the market from June 2008.

Apple iPhone 3G

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:15:00 GMT

The newly announced Apple iPhone 3G combines all features of the iPhone with 3G networking, which is twice as fast as the first generation iPhone, a built-in GPS for expanded location based mobile services and iPhone 2.0 software which includes support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. The Apple iPhone 3G runs the hundreds of third party applications already built with the recently released iPhone SDK.

Apple iPhone protection

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 15:36:00 GMT

Apple iPhone fans demanding a higher standard of iPhone protection can now satisfy their craving with the eagerly anticipated iSkin Fuze. Designed to deliver total, encapsulated iPhone protection, Fuze takes its name from the fusion of its shock-absorbing soft inner layer, and hard, impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior. It also features a rubberized outer-finish for enhanced grip, and is the only case on the market today that provides built-in docking port protection that guards the Apple iPhone’s most vulnerable and exposed component.

Stock Trading on BlackBerry Smartphones

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:45:00 GMT

E*Trade Securities LLC introduced E*Trade Mobile Pro, a first-of-its-kind, integrated mobile software solution offering customers quick and easy wireless access to their E*Trade accounts. Available exclusively on BlackBerry smartphones from Research In Motion (RIM), E*Trade Mobile Pro gives customers many of the same interface, security, trading and banking features available on their desktops - with the added capability and convenience of accessing real-time information and transacting any time, anywhere, from their BlackBerry smartphones.

GSMA Mobile Innovation Awards finalist

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:29:00 GMT

Modu, manufacturer of the world’s lightest modular mobile phone, has been selected this week as a Global Finalist in the GSM Association’s (GSMA) prestigious 2009 Mobile Innovation Global Award Competition. Competing in the Most Innovative True Mobile Start-up category, modu was selected as one of two finalists from a pool of 15 leading emerging mobile companies from around the world. The decision was announced at the Mobile Innovation Marketplace - Americas event held in Atlanta.

Samsung SoulB

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Samsung Electronics, a leading mobile phone provider, announced the launch of Soulb, “Sprit of Ultra” (Soul) in bar form factor. By containing all the merits of Soul DNA, Soulb outstands from all of the other bar type handsets available in market today, setting a brand new standard for bar handset category. Continuing the legacy of Soul, Soulb captures the eyes of the viewer at once with its astonishing state-of-the-art design.

Alcatel OT-S621 mobile phone

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:26:00 GMT

TCT Mobile announced the newest addition of its competitively and stylish entry multimedia phones, the Alcatel OT-S621. Experience Alcatel mobile phones’ dedication to unique style and innovative designs with this trendsetting new handset and you’ll appreciate the difference. Smartly designed, the Alcatel OT-S621 mobile phone is only 11mm thick, and is available in dark chrome and light blue chrome. The steel glassy texture will shine style into your life with its smooth mirror like finishing.

3G iPhone will impact Mobile TV Market

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:04:00 GMT

With the imminent launch of its 3G iPhone, Apple has a window of opportunity to have a significant impact on the mobile TV market, according to the latest report from Analysys Mason, the premier advisers on telecoms, IT and digital media. There is considerable speculation about what next to expect from Apple’s iPhone ahead of CEO Steve Jobs' keynote at the annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Francisco on Monday.

Mobile phone that reads for blind people

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:03:00 GMT

KNFB Reading Technology will showcase its Reader Mobile product line - featuring the first cell phone that reads to the learning disabled, vision impaired, and blind - at the Canadian National Institute for the Blind’s (CNIB) Annual Assistive Technology Exhibition. The portable, handheld KNFB Reader will be shown on June 3, 2008 in Booth 5 at the exhibit hall at CNIB’s flagship service and conference center located in Toronto at 1929 Bayview Avenue. Admission to the exhibit hall is free and open to the public Tuesday, June 3 from 10:00am - 6:00pm.

AT&T mobile television service

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:02:00 GMT

AT&T announced the availability of the AT&T Mobile TV with FLO service. This powerful new mobile television service will provide around-the-clock access to some of today's most popular television programs - live and in color on the mobile phone. To ensure an unmatched mobile television experience for consumers, AT&T is introducing two new exclusive mobile phones: the Vu from LG Electronics and the Access from Samsung Mobile.

Report Buyer launches iPhone competition

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 23:01:00 GMT

Report Buyer, the online destination for business intelligence for major industry sectors, is giving buyers of market research reports three chances to win an Apple iPhone. The Apple iPhone competition launched on June 1st and will run for three months with a winner announced at the end of each month.

Packard Bell MP3 player review

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 23:40:00 GMT

We tested the Packard Bell Eclipse not so long ago, and this time we will scrutinize the Packard Bell AudioKey Max. This MP3 player is ranked right below the Eclipse in the Packard Bell assortment, and offers a tad more functionality than a regular MP3 player, including several innovative features. In addition to listening to MP3s, the device lets you record voice recordings and listen to the radio. Furthermore, a neatly finished USB 2.0 connection is applied for easy transfer of files to your AudioKey Max MP3 player. The small size and entirely black design with chrome finishing give this MP3 player a stylish and elegant appearance. The Packard Bell MP3 player is available for approximately 60 Euros.

• Read our full Packard Bell MP3 player review.

Alcatel OT-S320 mobile phone

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 22:33:00 GMT

TCT Mobile launched another addition to its Essence family line today, the OT-S320, a classically crafted clamshell emphasizing on design and practical features that are both simple and smart. Alcatel mobile phones’ OT-S320 is encased in a soft-touch rubber finishing with a matte metallic finishing and is available in combinations of Black & Silver, Black & Dark Grey and Black & Metallic Red. The three direct access keys on the S320 emphasized on the face of its handset is one of the phones distinguishing features.

Samsung G810 mobile photography

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:30:00 GMT

Recently Samsung Netherlands introduced their latest mobile navigator. It is already quite interesting to walk around with this kind of mobile navigation system in your pocket, though it becomes even more interesting when it's combined with mobile photography. Although the new Samsung G810 mobile phone is not considered to be the successor to the Samsung G800, we do find its 5 Megapixel image sensor combined with a 3x optical zoom. This combination is similar to the features of last year’s standard compact camera as far as specifications on paper are concerned. How well mobile photography with the Samsung SGH-G810 does in practice, we will show through the following sample photos.

HTC Touch Pro

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:30:00 GMT

A new generation business phone has been announced by HTC; the HTC Touch Pro (earlier mentioned on the internet under the name 'HTC Raphael'). The HTC Touch Pro utilizes similar styling and functionality of the highly anticipated Touch Diamond and introduces a variety of business-focused enhancements that make getting work done on the go quick and easy. HTC has taken a great leap forward in touch screen innovation with its 3D touch interface called TouchFLO 3D. HTC TouchFLO 3D provides a stunningly intuitive way to zip through common tasks like messaging, calendar appointments or making calls with just one touch. Delve a little deeper to find that your music, photos, contacts and surfing the web are also responsive to the touch.

Telephone calls by photos

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:25:00 GMT

Cell phones are great for a lot of people, but they become very difficult to use for those with poor eyesight, fading memory or problems with remembering number sequences. A telephone accessory called FotoDialer empowers senior citizens to regain use of their home telephone without having to know or remember the number to dial. The innovative device connects to any home telephone. FotoDialer allows the user to thumb through one of six pages of photographs for the desired place to call. The call is placed as simply as touching a button next to the photograph of the person or place, and FotoDialer automatically dials the call.

New Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Headset

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Aliph announces the eagerly awaited new Jawbone Bluetooth headset to the United Kingdom. The next generation Jawbone features breakthrough noise elimination technology to provide even better voice quality in a more stylish and ergonomic package, 50% smaller than the original award-winning Jawbone. The new Jawbone Bluetooth Headset is available today for £79.99 (EURO 99,95) at The Carphone Warehouse stores across the UK and online throughout internet retailers.

JBL loudspeaker system

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:12:00 GMT

JBL announced the introduction of its JBL Control NOW indoor and JBL Control NOW AW outdoor loudspeakers for home, multiroom, architectural and additional applications. Both feature a unique quarter-round shape that provides unprecedented installation possibilities, and incorporate innovative technologies to deliver clear and evenly distributed sound.

Samsung navigation phone

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:26:00 GMT

Last week, Samsung was in the spotlight. Coincidence or well-planned, we don’t know, in any case however, the renowned brand name was mentioned frequently. The week ended with a press event showing two new Samsung Mobile phones. The Samsung G810, or rather the Samsung SGH-G10 Navi mobile phone, was officially introduced to the Dutch press with additionally the new Samsung F480. The latter is a so-called Touch phone featuring a touchscreen that ensures Samsung keep pace with the latest trend. An event was set up around the Samsung G810, focussed on navigation and mobile blogging.

Harman Kardon docking station

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:54:00 GMT

Harman Kardon announced the introduction of The Bridge II docking station for Apple iPod music players. The Bridge II connects a compatible Apple iPod or Apple iPhone to a Harman Kardon The Bridge-ready audio/video component, and enables expanded iPod capabilities including audio/video playback through a home entertainment system, on-screen iPod menu display, remote control operation, and charging.

Apple iPhone agenda service

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:12:00 GMT

Tungle, the free business-class meeting coordination service that eliminates the wasted time and frustration of scheduling meetings among many busy people, continues to increase its network of users with the release of its new interface for Apple iPhone users. Apple has so far sold 5.4 million iPhones worldwide, based on data from the end of Apple's fiscal second quarter, which ended in March. Tungle is a Microsoft Outlook plug-in that empowers users to coordinate meetings with anyone, across platforms - including iCal, Google Calendar, Lotus Notes, the BlackBerry and now the Apple iPhone - as well as across organizations, time zones and even individuals not using Tungle.

Apple iPhone Symptom Navigator

Fri, 30 May 2008 15:36:00 GMT

A.D.A.M., Inc., the leading provider of high-quality health information and benefits technology solutions, announced the A.D.A.M. Symptom Navigator web application for the iPhone. An industry first, this interactive tool helps consumers match medical symptoms with relevant assessments and appropriate treatments. Symptom Navigator empowers consumers to make the best use of the healthcare system and understand when self-care or a doctor visit is appropriate.

LG KF600 review

Wed, 28 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT

The LG KF600 is a handy sized cell phone with many options. In addition to a 3.0 Megapixel digital camera, Bluetooth and a radio, this phone offers something we have never seen before on a mobile phone: it has two monitors. A common TFT monitor and a touchscreen. The touchscreen is intelligent and offers help, and shows the buttons you need at a specific moment in time. We have been able to extensively test the LG KF600 mobile phone in practise.

• Read our full LG KF600 review.

NXG Outdoor speakers

Wed, 28 May 2008 14:47:00 GMT

NXG Technology, a major designer, manufacturer and marketer of affordable high performance in-wall / in-ceiling speaker systems, volume controls and cables, announced a new line of affordable indoor/outdoor rock speakers under the NXG Pro Series label. This enhanced line of aggressively priced, weather-resistant rock speakers is geared toward the custom installation market and is designed with enhanced sound quality and precision for any home audio system.

Cell phone features and services survey

Wed, 28 May 2008 14:03:00 GMT

While the latest and greatest cell phone bells and whistles may spur lively party conversation, a new national survey shows that the majority of consumers actually prefer basic personalized options and good old fashioned personal service over fancier techno-fare. Jitterbug announced the results of its survey conducted by Kelton Research showing that consumers of all ages tend to have a preference for personalized cell phone features and services and share a strong dislike of cell phone service contracts.

HTC donates to China's Sichuan earthquake

Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT

HTC Corporation announced its plans to donate NT$50 million (approx. US$1.63 million) in support of the relief and reconstruction efforts in China’s Sichuan province following the devastating earthquake this past week. The donation is to include NT$40 million in funds donated directly by HTC and HTC Social Welfare Foundation and NT$10 million in personal contributions from HTC employees. “On behalf of HTC and our employees around the world, I would like to express our deepest sympathy to those affected by the earthquake in China’s Sichuan province,” said Peter Chou, president and CEO, HTC Corp.

Top 10 cell phones for summer travelers

Tue, 27 May 2008 19:10:00 GMT

Wirefly, the online leader in one-stop comparison shopping for cell phones and wireless phone plans, announced the Top Ten hottest cell phones for summer travelers this season. The BlackBerry Curve, Palm Centro and BlackBerry Pearl are among the most popular choices. All three models showcase the features consumers are craving – converged functionality, a selection of attractive colors, and features tailored for enhanced productivity and convenience on the road.

Low budget GSM cell phone

Tue, 27 May 2008 07:42:00 GMT

Hop-On announces that its GSM cell phone, the Hop1800, is now available in the United States for $10 USD, and worldwide. One of the new breed of ultra convenient cell phones, the pre-paid HOP1800 is ideal as a backup cell phone, when traveling abroad, or for anyone looking for a super affordable cell phone that does one thing extremely well: make phone calls.

T-Mobile launches Nokia music phone

Mon, 26 May 2008 14:15:00 GMT

T-Mobile USA announced the upcoming availability of the much-anticipated Nokia 5310 XpressMusic phone. T-Mobile will continue to enhance its customers' music experience by offering the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic which offers a variety of features, including easy to use external music controls, stereo Bluetooth connectivity, wired stereo headsets, a USB cable for side-loading music and a memory card - all at an affordable price.

Logitech Wireless Speakers

Mon, 26 May 2008 12:06:00 GMT

To transform your low-fidelity mobile phone audio into high-fidelity, stereophonic sound - wirelessly - Logitech announced the Logitech Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system. Soon you can be listening to your favorite tunes on your mobile phone - even when your phone is in your pocket. “Millions of people now use a mobile phone to listen to music. If you’re one of those people, now you can toss your ear buds aside and pump up the volume,” said Mark Schneider, vice president and general manager of Logitech’s audio business unit. “So when you’re at a party, at the park, or just hanging out at home, your mobile-phone music will always sound great when you use the Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system.”

Comply foam tips for earphones

Mon, 26 May 2008 11:32:00 GMT

Available to buy in the consumer market, Comply Foam Tips are compatible with most popular in-ear earphones. Hearing Components partnered with major consumer brands such as Philips, Skullcandy and Ultimate Ears to provide consumers more exposure to the superior comfort, fit and performance that is experienced when using Comply Foam Tips.

New cell phone recycling program

Mon, 26 May 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Teletouch Communications, a leading U.S. cellular, two-way radio, mobile electronics and related services provider, announced that the Company, through its Hawk Electronics consumer electronics retail division, is launching a new cell phone recycling and disposal program at the upcoming 2008 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial PGA TOUR Golf Tournament, being held May 19-25 at the Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas.

5 Megapixel sensor for camera phones

Fri, 23 May 2008 16:30:00 GMT

OmniVision introduces the first 5 Megapixel camerachip sensor that incorporates its proprietary 1.75 micron OmniPixel3-HS architecture. The new OV5630 delivers best-in-class low-light performance to enable a new generation of high-performance camera phones that deliver top quality digital photography and video in a small form factor. In addition, OmniVision simultaneously launched the OV5633, a modified version of the OV5630 designed specifically for the digital still camera and digital video (DSC/DV) hybrid camera market. Both the OV5630 and OV5633 are currently sampling, with volume production expected to start in the fourth quarter of this calendar year.

GPS technology to connect families

Fri, 23 May 2008 16:18:00 GMT

In today’s mobile society of single parents and dual-income spouses, heads of families are often absent from home and unable to stay connected with their children, elderly parents and other loved ones and unable to verify that they are where they are supposed to be. Location Based Technologies provides families with peace of mind by allowing them to verify - almost instantaneously - the location of family members, loved ones and pets at anytime from almost anywhere using PocketFinder location devices.

Nokia WidSets for mobile phones

Fri, 23 May 2008 12:50:00 GMT

WidSets, a mobile content consumption, creation and sharing service, now offers advertisers the opportunity to reach customers around the globe with a single mobile advertising campaign. WidSets has joined the Nokia Media Network, a premium advertising network comprised of more than 100 leading mobile publishers, to enable advertising experiences. The WidSets service, currently available in 56 languages and featuring more than 5,000 widgets from brands such as Wall Street Journal, Twitter and Foreca, now includes opportunities for advertisers that want to drive traffic to their own mobile content. By placing advertisements within the service, brands can reach customers around the globe with a single campaign.

Nokia Sweden launches Music Store

Fri, 23 May 2008 09:02:00 GMT

Nokia announced that the Nokia Music Store in Sweden has gone live. With millions of tracks from major artists, independent labels, and up-and-coming Swedish acts, the Nokia Music Store let's people enjoy music directly on their Nokia device or personal computer. The Nokia Music Store, with its compelling combination of download and streaming services, empowers you to connect to music you want, in the way you want.

Nokia Maps update

Fri, 23 May 2008 08:25:00 GMT

Nokia announced that its highly anticipated update for Nokia Maps has left beta stage and is now ready for consumers to download. Downloaded over 240,000 times since announced in February, Nokia Maps 2.0 update has improved its optional Car Navigation, enhanced its pedestrian navigation, added multimedia city guides, now offers satellite images, and is sporting a redesigned user interface. Nokia's mapping and navigation solutions give people navigation features, local content and world maps directly on their mobile device, in a way that only connected devices can.

SanDisk gifts for graduates

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:17:00 GMT

No more ugly ties for Dad on Father’s Day, or unwanted wristwatches for new graduates! SanDisk welcomes “Dads & Grads” gift-giving season with exciting new products from a world leader in flash memory. Among the many choices from SanDisk.

Creative TravelSound speaker for iPod

Thu, 22 May 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Creative announced an entirely new category of iPod speakers with the Creative TravelSound for iPod nano. The first one-piece iPod nano speaker portable enough to fit in a pocket or purse, the TravelSound for iPod nano delivers surprisingly powerful sound for such a small speaker. The secret behind the outstanding sound quality of the TravelSound for iPod nano lies in its unique design. Featuring four independent micro drivers and a digital amplifier, the TravelSound for iPod nano delivers far more volume and clarity than much larger speakers.

Sony-Ericsson amps up with Usher

Thu, 22 May 2008 11:07:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson announced that five-time Grammy Award-winning artist Usher will headline Sony Ericsson’s Walkman music phone campaigns in North America. The partnership covers the United States and Canada, in addition to more than twenty countries in Europe and will include title sponsorship rights for Usher’s North American tour later in the year. Sony Ericsson will engage in joint marketing activities with exclusive wireless operator, AT&T in the United States. Usher will discuss the details of the partnership and make a surprise announcement at a press conference at the Sony Club at the Sony Building in New York City on May 28th.

Premium phone memory from SanDisk

Thu, 22 May 2008 10:33:00 GMT

SanDisk Corporation, the proven leader in flash memory, announced the availability of SanDisk Mobile Ultra, microSD, microSDHC and Memory Stick Micro (M2) flash mobile memory cards, which are available in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities - the industry’s first premium mobile phone storage cards. Must-have product for consumers who embody the digital lifestyle, the SanDisk Mobile Ultra high-performance cards are “best of breed” premium cards that provide fast side-loading speeds. This means that users will experience accelerated transfer rates of digital files to and from their mobile memory card and their computer.

Nokia Arte review

Wed, 21 May 2008 12:15:00 GMT

Nokia has been playing an important role lately in the enhancement in the field of internet and mobile communication. Meeting the demands of the picky and trend-following consumer, the company put two new mobile phones on the market at the end of last year; the Nokia 8800 Arte and the Sapphire Arte. High quality materials and a classy appearance are the characteristics of these mobile phones. We will review the Nokia 8800 Arte, the black version of the two. Design, user's ease and user's fun are key words for this technological masterpiece.

• Read our full Nokia 8800 Arte review!

Samsung Mobile wins manufacturer award

Tue, 20 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Samsung Mobile was awarded the prestigious title of Manufacturer of the Year at the 2008 Mobile News Awards held at the Hilton Park Lane in Central London on 13th March 2008. At the awards ceremony, TV presenter and comedian Simon Amstell presented Mark Mitchinson from Samsung Mobile UK and Ireland, with the award. Samsung Mobile was commended for its success in building its mobile handset range, its focus and dedication to customer service, and delivering a significant increase in sales through 2007.

Konami games for Nokia mobile phones

Tue, 20 May 2008 11:22:00 GMT

Nokia and Konami, a leading global developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties, announced that Konami mobile game titles will be added to the N-Gage mobile games platform. The mobile phone game version of the award-winning Metal Gear Solid will be the first title in the games line-up. Metal Gear Solid Mobile has received top honours at the 2007 International Mobile Gaming Awards (IMGA), taking both the Grand Prix and Operator's Choice Awards.

Nokia helps victims of Cyclone Nargis

Tue, 20 May 2008 08:51:00 GMT

Nokia has donated 350,000 euros to the Finnish Red Cross to help victims of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar. There is an urgent need in the South East Asian country for housing, and the donation will allow for the provision of thousands of temporary shelters as well as a significant amount of tools and materials to help in the rebuilding of homes. The Red Cross says that in rural parts of the country up to 95 percent of all homes were destroyed.

Nokia mobile phone print service

Tue, 20 May 2008 07:53:00 GMT

Nokia mobile phone users can now print pictures and photo gifts straight from their Nokia mobile phone via the new Nokia Xpress Print service provided by CeWe Color, Europe’s biggest photo company. Order your best pictures directly from your compatible Nokia Nseries mobile phone and your first ten prints are free. CeWe Color photo printing and picture gives you the chance to print your favourite photos, taken with your mobile device, at the touch of a button. Your pictures will then be posted to the address of your choice anywhere across Europe, within three days.

BlackBerry Bold Smartphone

Sun, 18 May 2008 19:10:00 GMT

For customers seeking a smartphone that makes a bold statement, Research In Motion introduced the admirable BlackBerry Bold smartphone. Crafted from premium materials, inside and out, that radiate elegance with a dramatic presence, the BlackBerry Bold mobile phone is designed to give business professionals and power users unprecedented functionality and performance in an intuitive BlackBerry smartphone.

Apple iPhone unlock service

Sun, 18 May 2008 13:51:00 GMT

iPhone Sim Unlock, one of the first companies to offer quality unlocking services for the Apple iPhone, is offering their services to anyone in need. iPhone Sim Unlock, a new company based out of Amsterdam (The Netherlands), knows the dangers of attempting to unlock an Apple iPhone without proper documentation and software. Everyday Apple iPhone users around the world are rendering their iPhones useless as they attempt to unlock them with one of the many hacks circulating the Internet. Luckily, iPhone Sim Unlock has a solution.

Mobile TV phone powered by Skyworks

Sun, 18 May 2008 13:14:00 GMT

Skyworks Solutions, an innovator of high performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors enabling mobile connectivity, announced that Samsung is leveraging its ultra-compact and high efficiency front-end modules (FEMs) for open-loop EDGE, and power amplifiers (PAs) for WCDMA and HSDPA across more than 10 innovative universal mobile telecommunications system (UMTS) models. In particular, Skyworks is supporting their first mobile TV phone for Europe.

Orange selects HTC Touch Diamond

Thu, 15 May 2008 23:19:00 GMT

Orange announced the availability of the HTC Touch Diamond in its Signature devices range. Orange has selected the HTC Diamond cell phone as the first platform for its latest multimedia services, using the phone's rich 3D-graphics engine and powerful mobile internet capabilities to deliver enhanced applications and services, including Orange Photo, Orange Music, Orange TV and Orange Downloads.

LG KF750 interface provided by Synaptics

Thu, 15 May 2008 22:16:00 GMT

Synaptics, a developer of human interface solutions for mobile computing, communications and entertainment devices, announced that its ClearPad and ClearArray solutions provide the interface on the LG Secret (model LG-KF750), the third model from the successful LG Black Label Series cell phones. The LG Secret introduces additional multimedia features to the Black Label Series such as an advanced 5.0 megapixel digital camera and advanced graphical user interface (UI) that takes advantage of Synaptics' intuitive ClearPad touchscreen technology.

Sprint phones feature Google application

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:29:00 GMT

Sprint and Google announced a partnership aimed at more deeply integrating Google applications and services into Sprint customers’ mobile experience. As part of the deal, Google will become Sprint's preferred mobile search provider and Sprint cell phone users will have easier access to Google Maps for mobile, YouTube and more. Sprint and Google are committed to providing users with the most dynamic mobile experience possible. Both companies have actively advocated the importance of an open mobile ecosystem and understand that users should have more choice when it comes to selecting and accessing content on a mobile phone.

Weatherproof outdoor loudspeakers

Thu, 15 May 2008 10:59:00 GMT

Just in time for the outdoor parties and pool-side barbeques, Niles Audio Corporation, The First Name in Custom Installation, has introduced the RS6Si series GeoRealistic weatherproof rock loudspeaker and the PB6Si and PS6Si series outdoor planter speakers. Featuring rugged, weather-resistant construction and Niles’ legendary, high-performance sound, the RS6Si, PB6Si and PS6Si represent the latest in the company’s impressive line of outdoor loudspeakers.

Parrot design photo frame

Thu, 15 May 2008 10:44:00 GMT

Parrot, the specialist in wireless mobile telephony devices, is launching an exceptional digital photo frame created by the leading lady of French design, Andrée Putman. Sporting a pure and sober design that skilfully contrasts the black and white tones with a subtle play of transparency, the frame faithfully respects the Putman style sought-after worldwide from New York to Tokyo. The Parrot digital photo frame by Andrée Putman combines technology with art: with this frame, savour the luxury provided by an extraordinary artist.

Samsung Guru B200

Fri, 09 May 2008 23:33:00 GMT

Samsung India announced the launch of its latest mobile handset - Samsung B200 Guru. In line with its brand positioning ‘Next is What?’, Samsung Guru 200 offers FM recording as the new feature in its entry level mobile phone segment. This Dual Band phone provides a multimedia experience to consumers with its Stereo FM Radio and recording feature .Users can not only record songs from the FM radio (max upto 5mins) but also save them as Alarm or Ring tones. This sleek and stylish entry level colour phone also offers multimedia features like MP3 Ring tones and Java Games (Cricket and Sudoku). Some of its other consumer friendly features include Emergency sms, Mobile tracker, 9hrs talk time as well as some specific India oriented features.

Apple iPhone Live Mobile TV

Fri, 09 May 2008 23:15:00 GMT

With another demonstration of the power and flexibility of the Orb architecture, Orb Networks announced the world's first way to stream live TV to the iPhone and iPod touch. For the first time, iPhone users can enjoy the immediacy of live sporting events and fast-breaking news on their phone. Orb was the first company to enable the live streaming of TV from users' homes to almost any mobile phone with a streaming player and a web browser. To get around the iPhone's extreme limitations on supported video formats, Orb created a special application, OrbLive, to enable the streaming of any video format to iPhones.

Win a LG mobile phone

Fri, 09 May 2008 22:40:00 GMT

Slifter announced its partnership with LG Mobile Phones to help launch an innovative wireless Web sweepstakes connecting consumers with local LG merchandise. Slifter is a popular mobile shopping tool that enables millions of mobile users to search and share nearly 250 million products and promotions at over 150,000 US locations, straight from their cell phones.

HTC Touch Diamond preview

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:15:00 GMT

The latest innovation of HTC; the HTC Touch Diamond was introduced during a press conference. This press conference was held in the media plaza at the 'Jaarbeurs' building in Utrecht, the Netherlands. The HTC Diamond is the first device based on Windows Mobile 6.1. There doesn't seem to be a vast difference between Windows Mobile 6.0 and 6.1 though. The main differences are found in the battery's standby time which has been increased with 8% to 20% and the fact that it is possible to operate this mobile phone from a distance. In addition, the HTC Diamond features the new TouchFLO 3D technology. TouchFLO 3D is a farther developed version of the HTC TouchFLO technique which we have come across in the first HTC Touch.

Samsung Glyde

Fri, 09 May 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Verizon Wireless, builder and operator of the nation's most reliable wireless network, and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) announced that the Samsung Glyde will be available on May 9, 2008 and in more than 2,400 Verizon Wireless Communications Stores from coast to coast, including those in Circuit City. The Samsung Glyde handset is a powerful and sleek multimedia and messaging phone that boasts a robust feature-set packaged in a compact, touch-screen device with a full QWERTY keyboard.

HTC Touch Diamond

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:35:00 GMT

HTC unveils its new flagship mobile phone, the HTC Touch Diamond. This new HTC mobile phone has been born from a unique heritage of innovation and a deep desire to blend design with simplicity. The stylish HTC Touch Diamond delivers meticulous craftsmanship and is defined by its compact size and game-changing Internet. Furthermore, this mobile phone has been equipped with the so called TouchFlo 3D technology, resulting in a 3D touch screen. The HTC Diamond Touch is an uncompromising mobile phone that sets a new benchmark for phone sophistication.

Nokia N82 best mobile imaging device

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:32:00 GMT

Nokia announced that the Nokia N82 multimedia computer has been awarded the 'Best Mobile Imaging Device in Europe 2008' by TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) - Europe's largest photo and imaging press association. "The Nokia N82 is a compact multimedia computer that integrates GPS, web, video and music functions around a 5 Megapixel camera with a high-speed, f/2.8 autofocus lens," the TIPA jurors said. " This Carl Zeiss Tessar focuses from 10cm to infinity and produces sharp prints up to and beyond A4 size. Several scene modes are also available to optimize the Nokia N82 for great images, whether shooting portraits or night shots," TIPA continued.

LG KF700

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:02:00 GMT

LG launched its LG KF700, a new multimedia phone that combines three input methods to create an amazingly intuitive user interface and provides instant access to features. The LG KF700 cellular is the first mobile phone to integrate three separate input methods, including a 3-inch touch screen, alpha-numeric keypad and Shortcut Dial. Each of these input methods is assigned to the tasks at which it is most best suited, creating a user-optimized interface and making all of the phone’s functions and features instantly accessible.

Nokia Mobile Filmmaking Awards

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:10:00 GMT

The wait is over. Nokia announced the five finalists for the 2008 Nokia Mobile Filmmaking Awards which will be screened during the Pangea Day broadcast on May 10th. The winners will be flown to Los Angeles to attend one of Pangea Day's six live broadcast locations on Saturday, May 10th. Pangea Day was created by award-winning documentary filmmaker Jehane Noujaim after winning the prestigious 2006 TED Prize. Together, Noujaim and TED, with support from Nokia, have created Pangea Day to connect people by harnessing the power of film and encouraging people to view the world through someone else's eyes.

Nokia software for game development

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:00:00 GMT

SNAP Mobile, Nokia's end-to end solution for connected mobile gaming in Java technology, has today announced its latest Software Development Kit (SDK 2.0). After several years of market deployment and continuous technology development based on developer feedback, the SNAP Mobile SDK 2.0 has evolved to make game development even more intuitive with a simpler API, faster emulation and testing tools. The SDK is free of charge and available through Forum Nokia, the largest mobile development community worldwide with 3.4 million registered members.

BMW car integrated with mobile devices

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:45:00 GMT

With their wide range of integrated infotainment functions, the premium cars produced by the BMW Group have long since entered the realm of “networked vehicles”. One of the major challenges here lies in how to link up the multimedia devices - which come onto the market in quick succession - to the car in a user-friendly way. Having integrated a mobile device into the car, there needs to be a control system in place inside the passenger compartment which ensures that it can be operated intuitively, without causing distraction and in an ergonomically sound manner. The application itself and customer-specific data remain within the mobile device, while its operation and output are handled by the vehicle’s HMI (Human Machine Interface).

iPhone application for car rental

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:01:00 GMT

Payless Car Rental, a low-cost rental car company providing exceptional value to travelers, is one of the first car rental agencies to build a customized version of its website for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch. "Payless saw the need to create a slimmed-down version of its new website for the iPhone and iPod Touch community," said Jeff Lin, Project Leader of Payless' web marketing strategy team. "Payless' iPhone interface adds convenience and loads up faster than a full website would on an iPhone or iPod Touch," he added. "By pointing their iPhone or iPod Touch to the Payless Car Rental website, Apple iPhone and iPod Touch users can book a car in just three easy steps."

Sprint cell phone payment trial

Wed, 07 May 2008 23:40:00 GMT

A select group of BART riders is helping to launch a first-in-the-nation technological trial that will allow participants to walk up to any BART fare gate with a specially-equipped Sprint wireless phone and pay for their ride by tagging the cell phone on a reader located on top of the gate. Once through the gate, the 230 trial participants can hold their specifically-equipped Sprint cell phone up to certain Jack in the Box and Sprint “smart advertisements” on BART station walls and download either directions to the nearest Jack in the Box restaurant or content from Sprint.

Low cost HD Camcorder

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:40:00 GMT

DXG USA one of the fastest growing digital camera manufacturers, announced the new low cost DXG-569V HD High-Definition camcorder with a sexy vertical design for an ultra-slim form factor that consumers prefer. Available immediately at Radio Shack and other stores for $169 in glossy black and silver, the DXG-569V HD camcorder records real HD video up to 1280 x 720 at 30 fps for videos that are crystal-clear, crisp and colorful.

Mobile device market trends report

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:37:00 GMT

Research and Markets has announced the addition of Mobile Device Market Trends in 2008 to their offering. The objective of this report is to identify the rising trends in the global mobile device market in 2008. The research material in this report is based on our strategic research and consulting projects conducted in 2007 on the major mobile operators and handset vendors in Asia (particularly on Korea, Japan and China). In addition, interviews with professionals in the industry, including mobile service providers were used as a reference for carrying out a comprehensive market analysis.

Personal Tracking Device

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:30:00 GMT

According to Nielsen Media Research, the average American spends 90 minutes a day frantically looking for lost and misplaced items. Loc8tor, developer of the most sophisticated personal tracking device of its kind, has announced its newest pioneering product, Loc8tor Lite - the simple solution to this angst-ridden, time-consuming activity. Unlike anything else currently available on the market, the credit card sized Loc8tor Lite using clear audio and visual directional cues guides the user straight to their lost items from anywhere up to 400 feet away. With its super slim design, this tracking device provides the same award-winning technology found in existing Loc8tor devices to find valuables, yet it can fit easily into a purse or wallet.

USB to Phone adaptor

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:19:00 GMT

CuPhone announced its “Echo Free” USB-to-Phone Adaptor. This small adaptor, when plugged into the USB port of a PC, allows the user to plug his regular phone into the RJ11 port on the adaptor to make and receive either Skype or normal landline “echo free” calls. The “Echo Free” Phone adaptor is based on TigerJet Network's most advanced single chip VoIP solution, the Tiger580, which has built-in Echo Cancellation hardware, SLIC/Phone interface and a 16-bit audio codec. With built-in echo cancellation hardware, the audio quality is significantly improved over the software echo cancellation alternative since, with software echo cancellation, audio quality is dependent on many factors, including PC performance and network delay.

Smartphone is most returned gift

Wed, 07 May 2008 18:45:00 GMT

A recent survey conducted by Opinion Research Corporation, an infoUSA company, fielded by international data collection and panel specialists Research Now, revealed that Smartphones (excluding iPhone and RIM Blackberry) were the most returned electronic technology products of the holiday season, with slightly more than one-fifth (21%) of Smartphone buyers returning their purchase to the retailer.

New cell phone camera chip announced

Wed, 07 May 2008 18:30:00 GMT

Silicon Image, a manufacturer in semiconductors for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content, announced the availability of its 12 megapixel (MP) camera processor IP core for integration into system-on-a-chip (SoC) semiconductors. This technology delivers professional picture quality and advanced camera functionality once only found in digital still cameras (DSCs), but now conveniently integrated into cell phones, portable multimedia players (PMPs), ultra mobile PCs (UMPCs) and security cameras. Versions of this technology have already been licensed by five of the world's leading mobile phone SoC suppliers.

T-Mobile USA 3G network rollout

Wed, 07 May 2008 17:30:00 GMT

T-Mobile USA announced that the company has taken the first commercial step in the rollout of its third-generation (3G) wireless network by launching its UMTS / HSDPA network in New York City. T-Mobile plans to continue the rollout of its 3G network across major metropolitan markets through the year. By year’s end, T-Mobile expects its high-speed data network will be available in those cities where a majority of its subscribers currently use data services.

Nokia concept cell phones

Tue, 06 May 2008 11:08:00 GMT

Nokia’s advanced design team today shared “Homegrown”, a long term research project looking at how Nokia can help people make more sustainable choices. The team is exploring specific environmental and social issues including recycling, energy and how to make the benefits of mobile technology available to more people.

New Nokia cell phone for China Mobile

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:50:00 GMT

Nokia announced the launch of the Nokia 6122c mobile phone, exclusively available for China Mobile Communications Corporation (CMCC). As an S60 multimedia cell phone, the Nokia 6122c offers CMCC customers rich entertainment features and powerful applications scalable ability. With CMCC keys specifically dedicated to the internet, customers have faster and easier access to all of CMCC's Internet services and contents.

Free Geotagging software

Tue, 06 May 2008 09:26:00 GMT

Microsoft introduced two new products to help photographers manage their digital photos in a new way using location data, a process known as geotagging. Geotagging is an new way to organize your digital photos that was previously available only to those with technical expertise. Microsoft Software makes geotagging available for all photographers and can be downloaded for free at the Microsoft Website. Microsoft also released Expression Media 2, which is part of the Expression family of products for creative professionals. It's designed to help reduce the amount of time required by photographers to manage and organize large collections of photos and other digital media, and it includes geotagging functionality.

Nokia Music Store in France

Tue, 06 May 2008 09:20:00 GMT

The Nokia Music Store in France combines quality music and exceptional mobile devices, all without sacrificing ease-of-use. It also offers over 2.5 million titles from the best French and international artists, of which some are available exclusively. Local music is very important in France, where more than 60% of songs on the "Hit Parade" hits list are by local artists. Nokia is working with major record companies as well as independent labels and the top local artists.

Samsung Armani review

Sat, 03 May 2008 10:05:00 GMT

Fashion is more than the way we dress, as Giorgio Armani states. To meet the growing demands for consumer electronics, Giorgio Armani developed an advanced mobile phone, in cooperation with Samsung, with a unique appearance, also known as the Samsung P520. Luxury, elegance and simplicity are Giorgio Armani's key features and they also characterize the Samsung P520. Samsung's experience in the field of user-friendliness certainly shows with this device. The enhanced digital camera, MP3 player, astonishing graphic effects and famous brand name, make the Giorgio Armani cell phone a desired gadget, especially for the younger generation.

• Read our complete Samsung Armani review!

Free long distance phone calls

Sat, 03 May 2008 10:00:00 GMT

A week after the federal court heard a motion to disqualify the law firm of Baker Botts from representing Cingular Wireless against Ring Plus, Inc., Ringplus is launching a free phone service for Beta testing. The Ringplus Team extends their warmest invitation to everybody to join this innovative site during its exciting test period. Ringplus is a superior website and calling card service full of amazing features!

Madonna Hard Candy live on your mobile

Sat, 03 May 2008 09:30:00 GMT

Vodafone and Warner Music International announced that Vodafone customers in 14 countries will be able to watch a live, one-off show by Madonna on their mobile. Streamed live from New York's famous Roseland Ballroom exclusively outside the US to Vodafone customers, the performance will celebrate the release of Madonna’s new album, Hard Candy, which is available globally from today. Vodafone customers in Cyprus, Egypt, France (SFR), Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, South Africa (Vodacom), Spain and UK will have access to the show via their mobile phones on Vodafone live!

Speed Racer Mobile Game

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:47:00 GMT

Glu Mobile, a publisher of mobile games, announced the global launch of Speed Racer, a mobile game based on the highly-anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures live-action film. This high-octane family adventure written, directed and produced by the Wachowski brothers, creators of the The Matrix trilogy, and produced by Joel Silver, is the first big-screen adaptation of the popular television series. The launch of Speed Racer marks the first title Glu has developed and published through its strategic worldwide partnership with Warner Bros. Digital Distribution.

Handheld GPS powered by Fuel Cells

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:30:00 GMT

MTI Micro Fuel Cells, the developer of Mobion off-the-grid portable power solutions and a subsidiary of Mechanical Technology Incorporated, unveils a new embedded micro fuel cell prototype design for handheld global positioning system ("GPS") devices at the 10th Annual International Small Fuel Cells Conference in Atlanta. MTI Micro will exhibit a micro fuel cell powered GPS prototype at booth number 101, alongside its full range of functional prototypes for use in handheld electronic devices.

ATP photo GPS review

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:30:00 GMT

The Taiwanese company ATP Electronics, founded in 1991, mainly aims at producing flash memory products. Besides memory cards, USB drives and card readers, ATP Electronics recently also produced the ATP Photo Finder. This GPS picture tracker calculates and registers your GPS position whilst time synchronisation links it to your digital camera, thus registering where and when a picture was taken. Picasa2, Google Earth and Google Maps software enable you to have a visual view of the geographic location the picture was taken. This free online application also allows for sharing your pictures with other people.

• Read our ATP photo GPS review!

LG Secret includes DivX video technology

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:15:00 GMT

DivX announced that it has signed an agreement with LG to include DivX technology in the newly launched LG Secret (LG KF750) mobile phone. The LG Secret is part of the highly stylish LG Black Label Series, which has just been launched in Europe. DivX continues to enable a high-quality media experience for consumers by making it easy to transfer video content across the PC, the mobile environment and the living room. The LG Secret mobile phone lets users load all their high-quality DivX video onto the phone via a USB cable or memory card and then enjoy that content not just on-the-go but in the living room as well.

Nokia 6600 slide

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:35:00 GMT

Nokia introduces the new Nokia 6600 slide mobile phone that balances stunning and sophisticated looks with the latest in mobile functionality. The Nokia 6600 slide presents a smooth, minimalist design and an appealing array of easy-to-use features. Being one of Nokia's smallest sliders to date, the Nokia 6600 slide stays true to its name as it smoothly glides open in the hand. The appearance of the Nokia 6600 slide with its glossy, high-quality steel covers and aluminium center key constitute both understated elegance as well as visual simplicity. Its well-balanced feature set is created to be exciting and intuitive. Tapping the Nokia 6600 slide twice conveniently indicates time, snoozes, alerts and silences or rejects incoming phone calls.

Nokia 6600 fold

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:15:00 GMT

Nokia introduces the Nokia 6600 fold mobile phone that balances stunning and sophisticated looks with the latest in mobile functionality. The Nokia 6600 fold presents a smooth, minimalist design and an appealing array of easy-to-use features. With one touch of a button, the elegant Nokia 6600 fold mobile phone smoothly opens to reveal a bright 2.13'' OLED screen displaying up to 16 million colors. With its seamless design, the signature "smooth back" of the Nokia 6600 fold creates a comfortable contour when open, and remains subtle and compact when closed. The high-gloss surface of the Nokia 6600 fold comes to life when tapped twice to "wake up" the hidden outer display that reveals time, incoming messages, missed calls and more.

Nokia 3600 slide

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Nokia launches the Nokia 3600 slide mobile phone that balances stunning and sophisticated looks with the latest in mobile functionality. The Nokia 3600 slide presents a smooth, minimalist design and an appealing array of easy-to-use features. The Nokia 3600 slide aims to win hearts with a blend of tasteful colors, materials and tactile finishes. Soft ceramic paint and metal combined with high gloss surfaces and gradated colors to make the Nokia 3600 slide beautiful to both touch and see. The Nokia 3600 slide is equally beautiful to hear as it is the first Nokia product to feature background noise cancellation. With a built-in music player the Nokia 3600 slide offers up to 3000 favorite songs on an optional 4 microSD card.

NFC Phones market report

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:45:00 GMT

Research and Markets has announced the addition of “NFC-Enabled Phones and Contactless Smart Cards 2008-2018” to their offering. Near Field Communication (NFC), by which electronic devices communicate if held within a few centimeters of each other, is underpinned by global ISO specifications. It has attracted the attention of the largest telcos, transport companies, banks and others and new trials are frequently announced all over the world.

Worldwide mobile phone market grows

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:30:00 GMT

The worldwide mobile phone market experienced an expected sequential downturn in shipments following a busy holiday quarter. According to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, vendors shipped a total of 291.6 million units during the first quarter of 2008 (1Q08), down 11.6% from the 330.8 million units shipped during the previous quarter (4Q07) and up 14.3% from the 255.0 million units shipped during 1Q07. While the first quarter results are in line with IDC's 2008 forecast, concerns over the economy may negatively impact handset purchases as the year progresses.

Mobile phone for seniors

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:45:00 GMT

Emporia Telecom produces special mobiles for senior citizens. “Easy calling” is the secret, as people aged over 50 are often overwhelmed by conventional mobile phones or don’t need their extensive functions. Are your fingers too large - or are the buttons too small? Are you hard of hearing - or is the loudspeaker too quiet? Are you too clumsy to navigate the menu - or is it just too complicated? Emporia knows how seniors struggle with using phones. "Customers should be offered information instead of multiple functions," says company founder Albert Fellner. "Quality and user-friendliness come first in everything we do." Large buttons, an easy-to-read display, a loudspeaker that is compatible with hearing aids and simple menu navigation.

Cell phone for blind people

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:40:00 GMT

K-NFB Reading Technology, a company combining the research and development efforts of the National Federation of the Blind and Kurzweil Technologies, unveils an exciting product line that will revolutionize access to print for anyone who has difficulty seeing or reading print, including the blind and learning disabled. The company’s world-renowned reading software has been especially designed for and paired with the Nokia N82 mobile phone to create the smallest text-to-speech reading device in history.

Helio Mysto

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:30:00 GMT

Helio released Mysto, an ultra-thin slider featuring a large, reflective mirror-like screen, a svelte, sapphire blue body and electrostatic keys that make the device shiver when pressed. Helio Mysto also debuts two new Helio GPS search services, WHERE and Tellme, adding to Helio’s burgeoning portfolio of GPS-enabled services that started with the industry-first launch of GPS-enabled Google Maps for mobile and GPS-tagging of photos and videos, plus real-time Garmin turn-by-turn Navigation. Combined with nationwide 3G access and Helio’s acclaimed user interface and suite of communications services, Mysto is an ultimate mix of good looks and intelligence.

LG Secret

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:00:00 GMT

LG Electronics announces its third LG Black Label Series handset, the LG Secret (KF750). Boasting style that lasts, the LG Secret has been specifically developed to satisfy the refined tastes of trendsetters who desire a sophisticatedly designed, yet durable handset. Following the success of its predecessors, the LG Chocolate and the LG Shine, this third model from the LG Black Label Series is as feature rich as it is stylish. At just 11.8mm thick, the LG Secret is the slimmest 5 megapixel camera phone on the market.

Sony Ericsson G502i

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:20:00 GMT

Sony Ericsson introduces a new HSDPA phone, which is clearly designed to take its range of web-enabled phones in a different direction. The compact Sony Ericsson G502i brings the power of the web to a mainstream audience. The Sony Ericsson G502i is the latest in an established line of classic Sony Ericsson phones that cram a wealth of time-saving features into an affordable, pocket-sized phone. The Sony Ericsson G502i is the first such model to feature high-speed HSDPA capability. This means that more users can now benefit from faster browsing and downloading capabilities in a phone that has a feature-set that is impressive and incredibly easy to use - perfect for those who want to stay in control of their lives.

Sony Ericsson Z780

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:15:00 GMT

The new Sony Ericsson phone is clearly designed to take its range of web-enabled phones in a different direction. The Sony Ericsson Z780 expands the company’s range of devices for markets outside of Europe. The compact Sony Ericsson G502i brings the power of the web to a mainstream audience. The Sony Ericsson Z780, a sister product to the recently announced Z770, is set to broaden the range of web-enabled phones into more markets across the globe. It packs tri-band 3G and HSDPA into its stylish clamshell frame, letting you receive email or browse the web at high speed in countries across the world. It also introduces built-in aGPS, giving users the opportunity to carry their navigation solution with them on their phone.

Save camera phone photos automatically

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:38:00 GMT

Alltel Wireless, America’s largest network, has teamed with Ontela to bring their customers PhotoCopter, a breakthrough service that finally unlocks the photos trapped inside their mobile phones. PhotoCopter saves every camera phone photo customers snap to their home computers and favorite web photo albums. PhotoCopter automatically transfers the taken picture to the personal computer - with no extra buttons to push. The PhotoCopter service is exclusively available to Alltel customers with the Motorola V3m, V3a, V9m and ROKR for $2.99/month, providing customers with unlimited picture transfer to their PC, email address, and web photo albums including Photobucket, Flickr, Blogger, and Snapfish.

BlackBerry Curve 8330

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Alltel Wireless, America’s largest network, announced that the BlackBerry Curve 8330 smartphone from Research In Motion (RIM) will be available in Alltel retail stores May 1. Starting today, the BlackBerry Curve 8330 is available online for pre-order throughout the Alltel online web shop. This sleek, titanium-colored smartphone, will keep customers connected to the people and information that matter most, as well as provide them with added flexibility and freedom to manage their busy schedules.

Nokia 5320 XpressMusic

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:05:00 GMT

Nokia introduced a new music-enabled mobile phone as addition to its XpressMusic range. The new Nokia 5320 XpressMusic offers a range of affordable music and entertainment experiences with the most fresh, stylish designs on the market. Featuring a dynamic design with 3G social entertainment capabilities, the Nokia 5320 Music phone delivers exceptional music and web 2.0 access. With the innovative new voice-controlled Say and Play feature, consumers can merely say the name of a favorite artist or song to automatically play it. Offering an array of additional features, the Nokia 5320 XpressMusic phone includes dedicated XpressMusic keys, a 3.5mm audio jack, up to 24 hours of playback time and an audio chip for hi-fi sound quality.

Nokia 5220 XpressMusic

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Nokia introduced a new music-enabled mobile phone as addition to its XpressMusic range. The new Nokia 5220 XpressMusic offers a range of affordable music and entertainment experiences with the most fresh, stylish designs on the market. The Nokia 5220 Music phone device offers instant access to music on-the-go with a unique, asymmetrical design. Featured for the first time on a Nokia XpressMusic device, a built-in lanyard makes the device easy to carry anywhere. Additional features of the Nokia 5220 XpressMusic include up to 24 hours playback time, dedicated XpressMusic keys and a 3.5mm audio jack. The Nokia 5220 XpressMusic is expected to begin shipping in the 3th quarter of 2008 with a retail price of 160 EUR, before taxes and subsidies.

Nokia N81 8GB review

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Gradually more phones with a large internal memory are being added to the assortment of various mobile phone manufacturers. Nokia have joined the club and have put several mobile phones on the market that feature a large internal memory. Devices with this kind of storage capacity are for example; Apple iPhone, Nokia N95 8GB, Nokia N96 and the Nokia N81 8GB. The Nokia N81 8GB truly is a multimedia device. The Nokia N81 8GB makes music, games and movies come alive. To emphasize the fact that the target group of the Nokia N81 8GB consists of multimedia enthusiasts, Nokia have applied 'dedicated multimedia keys' to the N81 8GB. Some disadvantages we notice even from looking at the specifications are: average camera, no HSDPA and the weight.

• Read our full Nokia N81 8GB review.

Samsung U900 Photo Gallery

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 10:36:00 GMT

During a Samsung press conference on a sunny day in The Netherlands, we were given the opportunity to shoot some sample photos with the Samsung U900 mobile phone (Also known as Samsung Soul). The press conference was held at the castle 'De Hooge Vuursche in Baarn. Despite the limited time we had to take the Samsung U900 on a stroll to shoot some sample photos, we were still able to get a good impression of the photo quality, the functions and the operation of the Samsung U900. The Samsung U900 main features are the innovative touchpad monitor, fast 7.2 Mbps HSDPA connection availability, a 5 Megapixel digital camera with auto focus, face detection and (electronic) image stabilization.

New Samsung mobile phones

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 04:32:00 GMT

Samsung surprised the public by showcasing a number of cell phones without any form of introduction at the telecom show "Televisie 2008" held in Nieuwegein, the Netherlands. The new cell phone devices are entry-level models, except for the Samsung U800, made for the prepaid market and the newbie in the field of mobile phone users. The Samsung U800 is an Ultra Edition candybar handset aiming at the business user. Other new models showcased in the Samsung booth were the Samsung L870, M620, B510 and the Samsung B300.

BlackBerry Facebook software populair

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:30:00 GMT

Het aantal downloads van de Facebook applicatie voor BlackBerry smartphones heeft de één miljoen overstegen. Dat meldt Research In Motion (RIM). De BlackBerry softwareapplicatie biedt snelle en eenvoudige toegang tot de populaire netwerksite Facebook. De applicatie maakt hierbij gebruik van de pushgebaseerde BlackBerry systeem architectuur en van het Facebook platform. RIM lanceerde de applicatie tijdens de CTIA Wireless IT and Entertainment-show. Sinds de initiële lancering heeft RIM de Facebook-applicatie voor BlackBerry-smartphones beschikbaar gemaakt in het Frans, Duits en Spaans. De softwareapplicatie is gratis te downloaden.

Nokia 6212 Classic NFC enabled phone

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:17:00 GMT

Nokia introduced the Nokia 6212 classic featuring integrated Near Field Communication (NFC). The Nokia 3G handset allows consumers to conveniently share content, access services and information as well as conduct payments and ticketing with one tap of the mobile phone. The Nokia 6212 classic NFC enabled phone is expected to start shipping in the third quarter of 2008 in select markets in Europe and Asia with an estimated retail price of EUR 200 before taxes and subsidies.

Nokia mobile game innovation challenge

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:01:00 GMT

Nokia launched the worldwide Mobile Games Innovation Challenge, a unique global competition with 70,000 Eur in prizes, designed to encourage development of innovative game concepts with the power to positively disrupt the global mobile gaming industry and to help propel mobile gaming with handheld devices into a new and exciting future. The first competition of its kind to encourage unique concepts in mobile gaming from developers of all backgrounds and all levels, the Mobile Games Innovation Challenge seeks the best in groundbreaking ideas and game concepts from the brightest and most creative minds in mobile gaming today.

Samsung F700 review

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:40:00 GMT

Currently mobile phones are used for a lot more than calling and sending text messages alone. Smartphones are gradually catching up with sales of mobile phones. The difference between a smartphone and a regular mobile phone is mainly found in the more extensive E-mail and Internet functionalities on the smartphone. The operation system of a smartphone is usually based on Microsoft Mobile, Symbian or PalmOS. However, Samsung have chosen equipping the F700 with their own operating system. The Samsung F700 Smartphone's most obvious features are the full (QWERTY) keyboard and of course the touchscreen.

• Read our full Samsung F700 review.

Mobile phone recycling service

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:30:00 GMT

The Wireless Source is promoting a new service that offers large corporations and their employees the ability to recycle their wireless devices in a safe and secure manner and get rewarded for the value of those retired units. The service is cost-free and features guaranteed data removal from the retired wireless handsets, while ensuring proper disposal of unusable devices. As mobile phones have increased in popularity, the average life of a mobile phone is now less than 18 months. As organizations and their personnel upgrade their phones, it frequently creates a stockpile of unused handsets sitting idle in closets and desk drawers.

Best cell phone accessory award

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:45:00 GMT

BlueAnt Wireless has won the coveted 'Best Cell Phone Accessory' in the Laptop Magazine 'Best of CTIA Wireless 2008' Awards with its ‘V1’ Voice Controlled Bluetooth Headset. The award winners demonstrated the future of wireless technology in cutting edge design and utility. BlueAnt’s V1 certainly meets this description. This Voice Controlled Bluetooth headset represents the future of Bluetooth headsets allowing users to easily control most functions of their headset using the revolutionary ‘BlueGenie Voice Interface’ from Sensory. Talk to it - and it will talk to you.

Apple iPhone 2 Software Beta

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:11:00 GMT

Apple previewed its iPhone 2.0 software, scheduled for release this June, and announced the immediate availability of a beta release of the software to selected developers and enterprise customers. The Apple iPhone 2 software beta release includes both the iPhone Software Development Kit (SDK) as well as new enterprise features such as support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to provide secure, over-the-air push email, contacts and calendars as well as remote wipe, and the addition of Cisco IPsec VPN for encrypted access to private corporate networks.