Looking for a tough screen phone, but you are not an iPhone fan?
Then check out the latest offering from LG; the KF700. This is a new multimedia phone from LG that combines 3 separate input methods: a 3-inch touch screen, alpha-numeric keypad and Shortcut Dial.
The main 3 inch screen allows you to flip through several handy widgets, including a calendar, scheduler, and memo pad, with the swipe of a finger.
The Shortcut Dial on the back lets you quickly scrolls through six user-defined features by controlling a virtual dial on screen.
The slide out key pad allows you to enter numeric information, like any ordinary phone.
And I almost forgot. It comes with:
Supoport for Google Search, Blogs, Gmail, Maps and Youtube.
Support for HSDPA 3G networks
MP3 player
MPEG4 video player
3.0 megapixel camera
Bluetooth connectivity
Source: LG Press Release
Friday, February 15, 2008
LG KF700 an iPhone Killer You Decide
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Altec Lansing T612 Speaker Dock Reduces iPhone Interference
Here is one more speaker dock to add to your list; this time for the Apple iPhone. The Altec Lansing T612 gives you the additional satisfaction of knowing that feedback should be a thing of the past, due to its internal GSM shielding. Once you receive a call on your iPhone, the T612 stops the music and restarts as soon as you re-dock the iPhone. Complete with a handy remote, the T612 looks like a good option for those looking for an iPhone speaker dock.
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Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Motoroloa Z10 Kick Slider Mobile Phone
This is Motorola’s new Z10 kick-slider mobile phone aimed squarely at the ‘would be’ YouTube film maker out there. The Z10 allows you to capture video, edit and create transitions and a soundtrack directly on the phone. The results can then be uploaded to sites such as YouTube, Google, Yahoo! and ShoZu
The Z10 also comes with media playback capabilities, a 2.2-inch QVGA screen that displays video at 30 frames per second in millions of colors and an external storage slot that will support an external memory card with up to 32GB of capacity.
The 3.2 megapixel camera can capture three images a second using the ’Superfast burst mode’ and its smart auto-focus keeps pictures sharp.
Source: Mobiledia
Thursday, November 29, 2007
The XV6800 from Verizon Wireless
This is the latest offering from Verizon Wireless; the XV6800 brings you messaging and communications with Windows Mobile 6 Professional. With instant access to the Internet, calendar and contacts, tasks, and email along with a standard 2.0 megapixel camera. The XV6800 comes with a slide out QWERTY keyboard and supports Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents, as well as PDFs.
Other features of the VX6900:
2.8-inch 240 x 320 px 64K-color touch-screen
Built-in WiFi 802.11 b/g capability
microSD memory card slot with support up to 4 GB
Windows Media Player 10 Mobile
Bluetooth v2.0 for mono and stereo headsets, handsfree, serial port, and OBEX profiles; object push and synchronization
The XV6800 is available online now and in stores December 5
Source: Verizon Wireless
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100 Extends Your Mobile Runtime
Duracell’s PowerSource Mobile 100 brings backup power to all your mobile devices. The PowerSource Mobile 100 is a portable, rechargeable AC and USB power solution that allows you to extend the runtime by up to 2 hours, of almost any mobile device (iPod, cell phone, video camera etc..).
The PowerSource Mobile 100 has one AC outlet and two USB charge ports, so you can run or charge multiple devices simultaneously. It can provide:
Laptop 2 hours of run time
Cellular phone 18 hours of talk time
BlackBerry® 9 days of operating time
Portable game console 8 hours of play time
Mp3 player 96 hours of play time
It features:
Two AC outlets for connecting multiple loads
High surge capacity for products that require more power to start
High efficiency - converts virtually all of the battery's available power to AC
Mounting brackets for convenient installation in your truck, boat or RV
Heavy duty stud-connection mounting
The Duracell PowerSorce Mobile 100 retails for around $99
Source: Duracell
Nokia N82 Phone Packs 5 Megapixels
Nokia have just announced their N82 multimedia candybar phone. Looking similar in design to the N81 slider, the N82 ups the camera angle with a 5 megapixels Carl Zeiss lens and a xenon flash.
You also get:
2GB microSD expansion
WiFi
assisted GPS (access to more than 15 million points of interest)
2.4 inch QVGA display
3.5mm headphone (now that’s nice)
The Nokia N82 will be released into key markets (Europe) and will sell for around 450 euros.
Source: Nokia Press Release
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Sony Ericcson K660i Gives Us Landscape Web Browsing
Here is another new phone from Sony Ericcson. The K660i is a candy bar phone that is HSDPA mobile broadband enabled, that should make web browsing a piece of cake. The K660i allows you to browse the web in landscape mode and allows the user to pan and zoom web pages using the respective shortcut keys. The K660i, comes with GoogleMaps for mobile pre-installed and also incorporates a 2 megapixel camera.
The Sony Ericcson K660i, is set to be released at the beginning of 2008.
Source: Mobiledia
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset
Motorola today unveiled there stylish MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth Headset. This is the first headset from Motorola to use CrystalTalk (their audio-enhancing technology). The H12 uses dual microphones to separate the user’s voice from background and wind noise producing a pure, clear, natural sounding audio to the caller
The H12 is designed to fit using the TrueComfort design that offers three ear cushion options. The headset has a talk time of up to 5.5 hours with a wireless range up to 10m.
The MotoPure H12 bluetooth headset should be available before Christmas.
Source: Motorola Press Release
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
The BH 101 Bluetooth Headset from Nokia
Looking for a reasonably priced Bluetooth earpiece for your cell phone?
Nokia’s BH-101 gives you 8 hours of talk time, 180 hours of standby, is Bluetooth 2.0 enables (with EDR, Handsfree v.1.5, and Headset v.1.1) and will not make a big dent in your wallet ay just $40
Source: Nokia
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Samsung SGH A737 on AT & T
With slider phones appearing to be ‘all the rage’ at the moment, AT&T has just dropped the Samsung SGH-A737 slider. The A737 is one of AT&T’s 3G phones that offers multimedia features, such as; music, video and data downloads over HSDPA technology. The phone comes with a 1.3 megapixel camera (with video capture and multi shot), mp3 player, Bluetooth 2.0 and support for A2DP stereo headphones. There is also the now standard expandable memory slot.
The Samsung SGH-A737 is available now for $49.99 after mail-in rebate and the usual AT&T agreements.
Monday, October 29, 2007
T505 from Motorola Makes In Car Communication Easy
Motorola have announced that their first ROKR for the car will be available in early 2008. The MOTOROKR T505 portable In-Car Speakerphone and Music System connects wirelessly to your Bluetooth enabled phone or mp3 player to allow you to make calls or listen to music over the car stereo.
The ROKR T505 is equipped with Stationfinder which locates the best FM station for clear audio. The T505 is designed to clip onto the sun visor and be taken from car to car.
Here are some of the features:
Audio CallerID
2 watt internal speaker
Bluetooth enabled
Portable, No installation
Talk Time: 20 hrs
Dimensions: 76 x 78 x 22.8 mm
Source: Motorola Press Release
The Shadow from T Mobile
Looking for a smart phone – check out T-Mobile’s Shadow. This is a Windows Mobile 6 ‘slider designed’ smartphone that should be available on the T-Mobile network this week.
The Shadow is made my HTC and includes:
Rotating jog dial
2 megapixel camera
WiFi
Bluetooth
T-Mobile's myFaves interface ( send an email, text or instant message, and share a picture, video or voice note, with a push of the button right from the myFaves home)
Robert Dotson, president and CEO, T-Mobile USA. "Shadow finally makes staying connected to people simple, fun and easy - and all without the hassle of using a complicated device. This is not a productivity tool. This phone is designed for people who have lives beyond work."
T-Mobile Shadow will be available starting in October 31 for $149.99 with a two-year voice an data plan and will come in two colors: sage or copper.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
LG Venus for Verizon Wireless
This is the LG Venus that should be available with Verizon Wireless by the Holidays. The LG Vebus utilizes a slider design with a dual front screen layout. The bottom screen being touch sensitive with vibration feedback.
The phone supports microSD memory up to 8GB, MP3, WMA and unprotected AAC files and comes with a 2 megapixel camera.
More information when we have it.
Source: Mobiledia
Monday, October 22, 2007
Get the Blackberry 8320 Curve for $0
If you have been thinking of getting the Blackberry 8320 Curve; then go and check out Amazon. They are currently (as of Oct 22, 2007) offering the Titanium model for $0. That’s right; nothing. Amazon is offering the phone at a 79% discount. Add to that the rebates and the price of the phone comes to $-50.01 or $0 to you and me.
There is a catch; you will need to obtain a new service plan. Still if you were already considering this, then this is not a bad deal.
Disclaimer: There is no word on how long this offer will last.
Source: Amazon
Nokia Release the N81 to the World
Nokia today announced that the N81 multimedia computer will be available globally (although the USA Nokia site states ‘coming soon’). The N81 comes in 2 versions; the 8GB and the standard version that accepts microSD cards upto 4GB.
The N81 is designed music and gaming lovers and comes with dedicated music and game keys. It also comes with a new 3D multimedia menu which is a first on the N-series models.
Included with the N81 are demos of the N-Gage games; EA SPORTS(TM) FIFA 07, Asphalt 3: Street Rules and Space Impact Light. More N-Gage games will be available omce N-Gage has been launched (later this year).
Other features include:
3.5mm headphone jack
Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP support
Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
2.4-inch, 16 million-color QVGA screen
Up to 2 megapixel (1600x1200 pixels) camera, MPEG-4 VGA video capture of up to 15fps
Stereo FM radio
Source: Nokia Press release
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Swivel Hinged Samsung Juke on Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless today announced that their swivel-hinged Samsung Juke mobile phone will be in stores tomorrow October 19. The Juke has a unique swivel hinge that opens 180 degrees to reveal the keypad. The phone supports MP3, WMA, AAC and AAC+ files and has Stereo Bluetooth support for headsets and speakers.
Features:
2GB of internal memory for music
Camera with Nightshot
128 x 220 px, 262K-color TFT display
Dimensions: 3.82" x 1.18" x 0.83"; 2.82 ounces
The Juke will be initially available for $99.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Motorola H680 Bluetooth Headset Unveiled
Motorola have just added the H680 to their lineup of Bluetooth Companion Products. The H680 combines ‘elegant design, premium audio and Bluetooth wireless technology’ for those of you on the go.
The H680 features a high gloss and metallic finish with up to nine hours of talk time and up to 12 days standby and its USB connector is located in the carry-case instead of the headset. When not in use, the headset snaps magnetically into the case for complete protection.
No word on price or USA availability at this time.
Source: Motorola Press Release
Nokia 2135 Mobile Phone
Looking for just a regular old fashioned mobile phone, then check out the new Nokia 2135. This is a basic phone that gives you:
A 400-entry phonebook
3.5 hours of talktime
11 days of standby time
An integrated speakerphone
User-assignable ringtones
If you are looking for a simple, reliable phone; the Nokia 2135 should fit the bill.
No word on pricing, but should be here in the US this fall
Source: Nokia Press Release
Monday, October 15, 2007
The U9 from Motorola
This appears to be Motorola’s replacement for the Pebl. The Motorola U9 comes with a metallic gloss finish and animated screensavers that appear to "float" across the borderless external display. The external display comes with touch sensitive, digital keys that let you control the music player when the phone is closed.
Features:
Store up to 1,000 songs with the optional 4 GB microSD memory card.
Easy download and sync music with Windows Media Player.
MP3 music player with dedicated touch sensor buttons.
Integrated stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology.
CrystalTalk™ technology helps deliver crystal clear voice quality in noisy environments.
Touch sensitive music keys appear on the front flip when in music mode.
2 mega-pixel camera with digital zoom captures high quality pictures.
User interface with new main menu, offering grid, list and new spinner view.
The Motorola U9 is expected to be available later this year in Asia, Latin America and Europe. With the USA to follow?
Source: Motorola Press Release
Friday, October 12, 2007
Samsung FlipShot Mobile Camera Phone for Verizon Wireless
The Samsung ‘Flipshot’ U900 is expected to be available on Verizon Wireless later this year. The phone looks like your standard mobile phone until you open it up and flip the screen 180 degrees revealing a high resolution screen with features such as; a flash and in-camera photo editing software.
The U900 ‘Flipshot’ comes with a 3.2-megapixel camera with autofocus, zoom, and video recording capabilities and supports Verizon Wirelss VCAST Video and VCAST Music.
No word on pricing.
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