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Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today introduced the Nokia 6300i (phones/nokia/nokia-6300i.html) , which offers a fully integrated and easy-to-use VoIP (Voice over IP) client combined with a GSM mobile phone. Connecting to a wireless network is simple, making the Nokia 6300i an ideal complement for connections from the home office. Browsing, downloading of applications and making VoIP calls is effortless with the Nokia 6300i, which is estimated to start shipping in the second quarter of 2008 in select markets with an estimated retail price of EUR 175, before taxes and subsidies. The Nokia 6300i allows up to two thousand VoIP-, home-, and mobile numbers to be listed side-by-side and dedicated WLAN and VoIP symbols show the connection status and type of phone call, whether it is using GSM network or VoIP.
Before you call up your friends and ask them to save money for this device, let me tell you that it's just a concept. This device concept showcases some revolutionary leaps being explored by Nokia Research Center (NRC) in collaboration with the Cambridge Nanoscience Centre (United Kingdom) – nanoscale technologies that will potentially create a world of radically different devices that open up an entirely new spectrum of possibilities.Don't get too excited because elements of Morph might be available to integrate into handheld devices within 7 years, though initially only at the high-end. However, nanotechnology may one day lead to low cost manufacturing solutions, and offers the possibility of integrating complex functionality at a low price.Hit the jump for more pictures and a demo video.
Vista Elysium Theme for Nokia S60 3rd Edition Mobile Phones.
80+ Sony Ericsson UIQ3 Themes for P1, P990, M600, W950 and W960.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) designed to address the growing need for a premium, converged mobile experience. The XPERIA X1 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-xperia-x1.html) combines a 3-inch clear wide VGA display and a full QWERTY keyboard within a metal-finish body. With Windows Mobile inside, the XPERIA X1 lets you choose from a dynamic range of activities, from enjoying your favourite entertainment content to working efficiently on-the-move. “XPERIA represents the first brand that is truly borne from within Sony Ericsson. It represents our vision for a premium, energised communication experience,” said Dee Dutta, Head of Marketing, Sony Ericsson. “This launch, and the announcement of the X1, further strengthens the overall Sony Ericsson brand and places us at the forefront of mobile convergence.” The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 will be available in selected markets from the second half of 2008.No official word on pricing but according to rumors the price will be around 700 euros (~ $1000)
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today unveiled the Nokia N96 (phones/nokia/nokia-n96.html) , a multimedia computer truly optimized for video and TV. With a large 2.8 screen, 16 gigabytes of internal memory and support for high-quality videos in a wide range of formats, the dual-slide Nokia N96 represents an exciting new chapter in mobile media. The Nokia N96 multimedia computer is expected to begin shipping in the third quarter of 2008 with an estimated sales price of approximately 550 euros, before subsidies or taxes.This smartphone has every feature in the book, but its claim to fame is its 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss autofocus lens combined with the 16 GB of internal memory, that can be upgraded up to 24 GB with a 8 GB microSD card.The Nokia N96 boasts a 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, flash and video light. It allows DVD-like quality video capture at 30 frames per second. Further, with the integrated A-GPS, you can now 'geotag' pictures with location data and share them with online communities.
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today introduced the Nokia N78 (phones/nokia/nokia-n78.html) , a multimedia computer that combines music, navigation and photography with the benefits of mobility. The Nokia N78 is designed to take advantage of the new suite of Nokia services, including the Nokia Music Store, Nokia Maps, and Share on Ovi - a new online service that enables consumers to share their personal media. The Nokia N78 is expected to start shipping during the second quarter of 2008, with an estimated retail price of approximately 350 euros, before taxes.The Nokia N78 packs a wide range of technologies, including integrated A-GPS, with free Nokia Maps, WLAN and high-speed HSPDA 3G connectivity, a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, and support for microSD memory card, currently available at up to 8 GB, to store favourite music and media. The novelties of the N78 are geotagging of photos and an integrated FM transmitter that allows music to be played on any FM radio, in a car or at home.
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today introduced the new Nokia 6210 Navigator (phones/nokia/nokia-6210-navigator.html) , the company's first GPS-enabled mobile device with an integrated compass for pedestrian guidance. The Nokia 6210 Navigator comes with Nokia Maps 2.0, also announced today, and includes full voice and visual turn by turn guidance at no extra cost. The Nokia 6210 Navigator is estimated to start shipping in the third quarter of 2008 in select markets with an estimated retail price of EUR 300, before taxes and subsidies.Combined with an 'accelerometer' which measures changes in direction and orientation, the built-in compass makes it easy to follow the map when strolling about on foot. When turning the device, the map automatically maintains its orientation. The integrated Nokia Maps 2.0 application will plot the quickest route to the desired destination and illustrate it on the map. Thanks to high-speed 3.5G connectivity, detailed information about each point of interest, like the phone number or web address is a click away.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced two high-performance additions to its popular Cyber-shot phone range with the launch of the C702 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-c702.html) Cyber-shot and C902 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-c902.html) Cyber-shot. The C902 comes with a 160MB built-in memory – the equivalent of storage for up to 100 full resolution photos – plus the possibility to add even more memory with the Memory Stick Micro (M2) that can be bundled with the phone depending on the market, a 5 MP camera with autofocus, Photo Flash and weighs in at 107g.The C702 Cyber-shot is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets in Speed Black or Cyan Blue from Q2 2008.The C902 Cyber-shot is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets in Swift Black or Luscious Red from Q2 2008.
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) introduced the Nokia 6220 classic (phones/nokia/nokia-6220-classic.html) , a device that combines a 5 megapixel camera with A-GPS functionality. High quality images and videos can be snapped, tagged, edited and shared online, phone-to-phone or even viewed on a television. The Nokia 6220 classic is expected to start shipping in the 3rd quarter of 2008 in selected markets with an estimated retail price of 325 euros, before taxes and subsidies. The highlight of the Nokia 6220 classic is its 5 megapixel camera with Xenon flash and Carl Zeiss optics. With its high-speed HSDPA connection updating blogs or uploading photos and videos to favorite sharing sites like Share on Ovi or Flickr can be done right from the Nokia 6220 classic. A-GPS functionality allows photos to be 'geotagged' - making them easier to search and share. Images can also be viewed on a television screen with the integrated TV-out feature, sent from phone to phone via wireless Bluetooth connection, or viewed in full color on the phone's large 2.2 inch display.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) 's been busy this week at the Mobile World Congress 2008 in Barcelona. In addition to announcing a new pair of upgraded Cyber-shot camera phones, it debuted a new Walkman phone that promises to get the most out of your music , the W980 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w980.html) .“The W980 Walkman phone really sets a new standard for music on your phone,” said Ben Padley, Head of Music Marketing, at Sony Ericsson. “We wanted to design a leading music player that we could combine with a feature-packed phone, all the while pioneering an audio experience that always left you wanting more. The W980 will surpass all expectations.” The W980 Walkman phone it is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 phone, has a 3.2 MP camera and a capacity of 8 GB internal memory without card support. It will be available in selected markets from Q3 2008.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced the launch of the new Z770 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-z770.html) , an clamshell phone optimised for the web and benefiting from HSDPA data speeds. The Z770 can also be connected directly to a laptop (via USB cable) and can be used as a modem. “The Z770 is deceptively powerful for such a compact clamshell phone,” said Martin Winkler, Director Global Marketing and Head of Multimedia Web at Sony Ericsson. “It appeals to busy people who demand hassle-free email and high quality Web access on the move. These people need to be in-touch, need to be on top of their email, but don’t necessarily want a smartphone or PDA. The Z770 is the uncomplicated answer.”The Z770 is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and GSM/EDGE 900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in Vogue Red, Graphite Black and Exquisite Gold in selected markets from Q2 2008.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) made its presence felt at the Mobile World Congress 2008 in Barcelona by unveiling their new touchscreen series, the Sony Ericsson G900 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-g900.html) and G700 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-g700.html) .The G700 (pictured) is a personal organiser in-your-pocket keeps your contacts, calendars, notes, pictures and favourite Web sites all in one place. The G900 has all the functions of the G700 with the added features of a new 5.0 megapixel Touch Auto Focus camera, touch photo album and editor, for those looking for a one-touch media experience combined with their organiser. The G700 will launch in Silk Bronze and the G900 will launch in Dark Red and Dark Brown. Both are UMTS 2100 and GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 phones that will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008.
Flash themes for Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) phones (240x320).
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced the launch of two new mobile phones, the R300 Radio (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-r300-radio.html) (pictured) and R306 Radio (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-r306-radio.html) , both designed to deliver a radio-listening experience to a global audience, and ideally suited to emerging markets such as India. “The R300 Radio and R306 Radio allow you to tune-in to your favourite music shows or sports reports, across both AM and FM broadcasts,” said Howard Lewis, Vice President and Head of Entry Level Products at Sony Ericsson. “They certainly look and sound the part, offering a radio-inspired design and feature set on a choice of either a candy bar or clamshell phone.”The R300 Radio will launch in two colours: Antique Copper and Steel Black. It is a GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets from Q2 2008. The R300a Radio is a GSM/GPRS 850/1800/1900 phone, available in the same timeframe.The R306 Radio will launch in two colours: Coffee Black and Champagne White. It is a GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in selected markets from Q3 2008.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced the launch of the T270 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-t270.html) and T280 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-t280.html) , a duo of affordably priced phones set to appeal to differing audiences. “We have developed two phones that meet the needs of two distinct audiences,” said Howard Lewis, Vice President and Head of Entry Level products at Sony Ericsson. “The T270 and T280 build on the appeal of iconic Sony Ericsson phones like the T610. They are good looking and tick all of the right boxes; whether it’s for the business user wanting a compact work phone or the everyday user looking for a classic, stylish camera phone.”The T270 and T280 will be available in the same colours, Silver on Black and Copper on Silver. They will be available in selected markets from Q1 2008 and will support the following frequencies:T270i - GSM/GPRS 900/1800T270a - GSM/GPRS 850/1900T280i - GSM/GPRS 900/1800T280a - GSM/GPRS 850/1900
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today unveiled its latest addition to the Prism Collection, the Nokia 7900 Crystal Prism (phones/nokia/nokia-7900-crystal-prism.html) , aimed at design-conscious consumers . With its diamond-cut design with a crystal centre key, the Nokia 7900 Crystal Prism continues to highlight the geometric shapes and personalized style of the Prism Collection. Nokia 7900 Crystal Prism will be available in the first quarter of 2008 with an estimated retail price of EUR 375, before taxes and subsidies. Nokia worked in collaboration with the creative designer Frédérique Daubal, which resulted in unique laser-etched graphic designs, distinctive wallpapers as well as exclusive accessories to the Nokia 7900 Crystal Prism. The wallpapers inspired by Daubal communicate the reflection of light and capture the feel of angular prisms and triangles.
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) unveiled the Nokia 2600 classic (phones/nokia/nokia-2600-classic.html) and the Nokia 1209 (phones/nokia/nokia-1209.html) (pictured), two mobile handsets aimed at consumers in emerging markets. Nokia 2600 classic, which will retail for approximately 65 euros before applicable taxes or subsidies, has begun shipping, ramping up in all key markets during the first quarter of 2008. Nokia 1209 will become available globally during the second quarter of 2008 and will retail for approximately 35 euros before applicable taxes or subsidies. The highlight of today's announcement is the Nokia 2600 classic which allows consumers to customize their phone with colourful, fully changeable Xpress-on covers and MP3 ring tones. According to a recent Nokia survey of consumers in emerging markets, a new trend appears to be emerging: phone sharing. More than 50% of respondents in India, Pakistan and nearly 30% in Vietnam indicate that they share, or would share, their mobile phone with family or friends - a figure which contrasts consumer behaviour in more mature markets.
BlackBerry (phones/blackberry/index.html) Pearl 8110 smartphone, the first BlackBerry Pearl model to feature built-in GPS (Global Positioning System). The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 (phones/blackberry/blackberry-8100-pearl.html) will be available for Vodafone business and individual customers in Spain.The BlackBerry Pearl 8110 features built-in GPS making it ideal for customers on the move. Available in black colour, the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 also features rich multimedia together with the powerful communications capabilities of the BlackBerry solution. Users will be able to keep their costs under control with the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 with unlimited data plans from Vodafone available on the BlackBerry Enterprise Server from 25€/month for corporate users and BlackBerry Internet Service from 15€/month for individuals and small business users.
Eten (phones/eten/index.html) X650 (phones/eten/eten-glofiish-x650.html) is an X600 (phones/eten/eten-glofiish-x600.html) update with VGA screen instead of a QVGA screen.A VGA display offers several significant benefits to the user. The greater resolution (four times higher than that of a typical Pocket PC Phone) enables a larger proportion of a document, calendar, map, or web page etc. to be displayed on screen at once, increasing productivity. Additionally, the higher pixel density means that text appears sharper and easier to read while pictures and video appear more detailed. VGA is set to become one of the key specifications for Pocket PC Phones in the coming year. Specifications of the X650 include a Samsung SC3 processor at 500Mz, 256MB ROM, 2-megapixel auto-focus camera, FM Tuner, and FM Transmitter (subject to region). Dimensions of the handset are an ultra-compact 107 x 58 x 14.7mm with a weight of just 139g.
Motorola (phones/motorola/index.html) doesn’t ignore this group of people. Two new models come in common or innovative colors in both clamshell and candybar designs to conquer the entry-level market. The new W230 (phones/motorola/motorola-w230.html) and W270 (phones/motorola/motorola-w270.html) handsets offer easy-to-use music capabilities, expandable memory with optional microSD card, clear audio in noisy environments and a simplified interface for text messaging. “These new devices offer design elements, music features and outstanding battery life that consumers don’t expect to find at this price point,” said Stu Reed, president, Motorola Mobile Devices. “Whether buying your first phone or trying out a music phone for the first time, these new models from Motorola are the perfect choice.” The W230 and W270 handsets are expected to become available in Q1 2008.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced the launch of the W350 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w350.html) , a Walkman phone that offers the perfect blend of style and function. Featuring for the first time from Sony Ericsson a flip phone that allows you to control your music at your fingertips, it offers a winning combination of ease of use, style and convenience. This latest addition to the Walkman phone family can be used with the new Bluetooth Headset HBH-DS205, also announced today, for the ultimate hands-free music experience. “The W350 Walkman phone offers a combination of key easy-to-use music and phone functions in a stylish, compact form,” said Ben Padley, Head of Music Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “It is designed to appeal to men and women on-the-go who want a stylish, compact phone that offers a complete MP3 experience at an affordable price.”
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today announced the W760 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w760.html) , the first truly global Walkman phone with tri-band HSDPA, enabling broadband speed downloads of the latest music and content wherever in the world it is used. Offering music on your mobile and much more, the phone delivers built-in GPS to help you find that secret gig, distinctive Stereo Speakers for sharing your music and the latest hit games, including Need for Speed ProStreet. The W760 is a Walkman phone that you will want to take with you everywhere. This is where the added protection from the multipurpose Active Speaker MAS-100 comes in. Announced today, it acts as a good-looking protective case, a speaker to let you play your tunes even louder and an FM radio antenna. “People today are always on the move so it’s important that they can stay in touch and have their entertainment at their fingertips,” said Ben Padley, Head of Music Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “The W760 fits perfectly into this lifestyle. It is bold, action-packed and takes the Walkman® phone beyond just music.”
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) today revealed the Z555 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-z555.html) , an elegant clamshell phone featuring a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth stereo with A2DP, FM radio, Memory Stick Micro (M2) card support and 12 MB internal memory. It measures 95 x 49 x 16.5 mm and 95 grams weight. Available in Diamond Black (in picture) and Dusted Rose, expect it to hit the markets in Q1 2008. Together with the Z555, Sony Ericsson announced a series of new accessories including a Design Collection of four leather bags all offering unique and creative carrying solutions, as well as three new sleek Bluetooth Headsets, HBH-PV708, HBH-PV770 and HBH-PV712. “The Z555 is designed to reflect your look and attract attention,” said Sven Totte, Head of Style Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “We’ve created it for people who are looking for a beautifully designed phone that reflects their personal style and does not compromise on features or performance.”
U600 (phones/samsung/Samsung-U600.html) model. Called the Black Gold Limited Edition, this fashion mobile phone is a 10.9 mm thin slider with a 262K QVGA and comes with TV output and a 3.2 mega pixel camera. Other features include a MP3 player, FM radio, microSD card slot, 60 MB of internal memory and Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP. There’s no word on pricing but the price is expected to be in between from 300EUR-330EUR Sim-free.
Nokia N82 (phones/nokia/nokia-n82.html) , optimized for photography, navigation and internet connectivity. With the tools to discover the places and moments worth capturing, and the capabilities to capture and share them instantaneously, the Nokia N82 offers photography enthusiasts an enhanced camera experience.Featuring A-GPS, 5 megapixel camera, Xenon flash, Carl Zeiss optics and internet connectivity, the Nokia N82 also incorporates all the multimedia computer features common to Nokia Nseries. The evolution of camera capabilities in mobile devices has been extremely fast over the past years. With the Nokia N82 we have reached such a superior level in image quality, speed and ease of use that not only does it outperform any other cameraphone on the market, but it's also a very credible alternative for single purpose digital still cameras, says Satu Ehrnrooth, head of Nokia Nseries Cameras Category, Multimedia, Nokia. In addition to the high-end camera, the Nokia N82 also enables you to navigate and discover new places, enjoy your music, browse the web, play games, chat online and be part of the global web 2.0 community wherever you go. Thanks to the wireless broadband connectivity, convergence and yet again increased performance, the Nokia N82 is all you need in your pocket!
Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today unveiled a pair of handsets aimed at the most discerning and style-conscious consumers. The new Nokia 8800 Arte (phones/nokia/nokia-8800-arte.html) and Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte (phones/nokia/nokia-8800-sapphire-arte.html) bring 3G capabilities to the highly acclaimed Nokia 8800 series which features an elegant and sophisticated design theme that takes inspiration from nature and sets it apart from the crowd. The Nokia 8800 Arte will start shipping in the fourth quarter of 2007 with an estimated retail price of 1000 EUR before taxes and subsidies. The Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte will follow in the first quarter of 2008 and retail for approximately 1150 EUR before taxes and subsidies.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) goodness, as they've unveiled the K660 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-k660.html) , a compact K-series phone, geared to the Web, with a 2 megapixel camera, 320 x 240 TFT display, 32 MB of internal memory, Memory Stick Micro (M2) slot with a 256 MB card included, Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP, and a USB 2.0 port. It measures 104 x 47 x 14.7 mm and weighs in at 95g.The K660 will be available in two attractive colors: Lime on white and Wine on black. Pricing has not yet been set, expect a Q1, 2008 launch.
Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) W890 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w890.html) and W380 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w380.html) Walkman, that apparently redefines music on the mobile. With HSDPA support, Sony Ericsson W890 offers you high speed internet access and all the goodies of a Walkman phone - superior quality audio playback, Walkman player 3.0, 3D games and the lot.Available in Mocha Brown and Sparkling Silver (W890) / Electric Purple and Magnetic Grey (W380), expect them to hit the markets in Q1 2008.No word on the pricing yet.
Sony Ericsson K630i (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-k630.html) keeps you in control, fully informed and entertained at all times. Powered by turbo 3G (HSDPA) and weighing in 97 grams, the K630 delivers a PC-like Web surfing experience in a pocket-sized frame.Pre loading of Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync gives you the possibility to mirror your PC/laptop inbox, look out for urgent e-mails and write quick responses. Add to this your Desktop widgets; animated icons that sit on your phone’s desktop and give one press access to your favourite websites, and its easy to see how the K630 brings the Web into your phone. RSS Feeds can even be set-up to keep you up-to-date with the latest news, weather and entertainment.
Serenata (phones/samsung/samsung-bang-olufsen-serenata.html) , the new music mobile phone that combines sound quality with the convenience of a mobile phone, all nicely tucked in the palm of your handSerenata is a music mobile phone focusing on sound quality and at the same time on bringing a more sophisticated lifestyle to the customers. To own Serenata is to enjoy the best possible music experience while you are on the move. Bang Olufsen's expertise in concept development, user interface experience, acoustic sound capabilities and design skills together with Samsung's leadership in mobile phone technology, engineering and quality have realized a new way of combining unique music and mobile experiences for consumers. Since we started our first co-operation with Bang Olufsen, we have only been confirmed in our belief that both companies share a passion for innovation and consumer-focused technology. Serenata is another example of new ways to think of the mobile phone. I'm proud to say that our customers can see a true innovation of music player and mobile phone as we have opened a new era of mobile phones with Serene two years ago , says Geesung Choi, President of the Telecommunications Network Business in Samsung Electronics.
Sony Ericsson V640i (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-v640.html) available exclusively with Vodafone provides a true music and entertainment experience. With support for Memory Stick Micro (M2) up to 4 gigabytes – that’s up to 3600 full-length tracks – and a dedicated music key to help you navigate all of those songs, the V640i really can be your music library on-the-move. Weighing in at a pocket-sized 97 grams, it delivers 3G Broadband (HSDPA) Web browsing on your mobile. It also means that it takes about 14 seconds to download a full-length music track; up to four times faster than average on a 3G phone.
HTC Touch Dual (phones/htc/htc-touch-dual.html) , a new a member of the Touch family that ntegrates 3.5G wireless connectivity. Taking a design cue from the HTC Touch, the HTC Touch Dual adds high speed 3G/HSDPA connectivity and a slide out keypad into a thin and narrow device designed for easy typing. The HTC Touch Dual is the second device to feature HTC’s TouchFLO, the same gesture-recognition technology as that in the HTC Touch, but now with new functionality including the ability to view photo slideshows using on-screen controls and to zoom and rotate images with only one hand. TouchFLO also allows enhanced finger touch scrolling and browsing of web pages, documents, messages and contact lists.“The HTC Touch Dual expands the HTC Touch product family and integrates 3.5G connectivity and a sliding keyboard into a slim and stylish design. This combination provides customers with the most uncompromising and intuitive touch experience available on a phone,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC.
Nokia E51 (phones/nokia/nokia-e51.html) is ideal for business professionals who require reliable, real-time access to business and people, need to manage time effectively and value a single device that is easy to set up, maintain and use. Nokia E51 users with Nokia mobility solutions can experience mobile telephony, mobile email and messaging, office phone functionality, and cost savings - with the convenience of one phone number, one voice mailbox, one dial plan - in a single device.
Nokia 6301 (phones/nokia/nokia-6301.html) phone uses UMA technology to integrate the benefits of landline and a mobile phone, including seamless indoor coverage, sound quality and affordability. The convergence of mobile and fixed/land-line technologies means consumers are looking for products that can help make their lives easier, said Peter Ropke, Senior Vice President, Mobile Phones, Nokia. With the Nokia 6301 utilizing UMA technology, worldwide triband GSM coverage is combined with superior indoor WLAN coverage to create a device that people can use in virtually any situation.
Palm Treo 500v (phones/palmone/palm-treo-500v.html) smartphone which combines multiple forms of communication and multimedia capabilities with high speed 3G/UMTS mobile internet access, allowing users access to popular websites such as MySpace, YouTube and eBay whilst on the move. The new Palm Treo 500v smartphone will initially be available exclusively to Vodafone customers from October. The Palm Treo 500v smartphone runs on a Windows Mobile 6 standard platform and has a full keyboard, large screen, video streaming capability and a comprehensive multi-messaging functionality covering Instant Messaging, SMS, email and phone and personal information management software in a new design. The compact form factor is available in two colours: glacier white and charcoal grey.It will initially be available to Vodafone customers in Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, the UK and Vodacom customers in South Africa.
Samsung F330 (phones/samsung/samsung-f330.html) has been officially launched at the IFA 2007 conference in Berlin. The SGH-F330 is a slider with cool white styling and a dedicated music-key cluster that's almost iPod-like in its clean lines. It has 1GB of on-board song storage - there's a Micro SD card slot for more - and a radio for when you tire of your own tunes. It'll play MPEG 4 video on its 2.1in, 240 x 320, 262,144-colour display too.
Alongside the introduction of Ovi, the door to Nokia's new Internet services, Nokia today unveiled four new mobile devices specifically optimized for entertainment, music and games. Each device offers dedicated music or gaming keys, expanded memory, large screens and extended battery performance to provide quick and easy access to entertainment content. The devices range in price from 225 to 560 EUR and are expected to begin shipping later this year. From the compact Nokia 5310 XpressMusic music phone to the fully-featured Nokia N81 multimedia computer, Nokia offers a range of entertainment-enabled devices for consumers who want their music, games and favourite media with them wherever they go, says Kai Oistamo, Executive Vice President, Nokia. We believe these full-featured, well-designed devices will be very popular and will help bring Nokia's Internet and music services to life.
LG U990 (phones/lg/lg-ku990.html) looks a little like the iPhone, although it boasts superior hardware specifications such as a 5 megapixel pixel with Schneider Kreuznach optics for great looking pictures. The camera will also capture video content at 120 frames per second.The screen is a touch-sensitive 3 inches display, with a 240 x 400 resolution, and is capable of displaying 262,144 colours. The U990 will come equipped with 170MB of memory for those big 5MP pics, and there's also a Micro SD card slot to provide users with some additional storage capacity.Bluetooth and USB 2.0 connectivity will also be built in.
Nokia today announced a new 3G mobile phone. The Nokia 6555 will be available within the next month at an estimated retail price of approximately €200 before subsidies or taxes. The Nokia 6555 features a QVGA 16 million color internal display - twice as many colors as the human eye can see - for a brilliant, crisp resolution on a large 240x320 screen. The camera featuring a 6x zoom gives even greater versatility and full screen portrait viewfinder so you can be sure you get the right picture every time. The self-portrait function on the camera and video sharing ability ensures that special moments are easily shared with family and friends.
K770 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-k770i.html) can take pictures as good as a standalone digital camera; pictures can be printed up to A4 size. The camera can also be used for video and comes with a powerful photo light for indoor photo-taking and filming. “The best moments in life always seem to happen when you don’t have a camera,” says Helene Barnekow, Head of Central Marketing at Sony Ericsson. “If you like the idea of having a snapshot camera on your phone, and want shots that look good in your family album, then the K770 is perfect.” Barnekow continues, “The real beauty of the K770 is that you can let your friends and family share your experiences. Once you’ve captured the moment, it’s easy to print the picture or upload it immediately to your personal on-line gallery.”
Nokia today issued a product advisory for the Nokia-branded BL-5C battery manufactured by Matsushita Battery Industrial Co., Ltd. of Japan between December 2005 and November 2006. This product advisory does not apply to any other Nokia-branded battery. The BL-5C batteries which are subject to the product advisory were used with the following Nokia models or separately as accessories: Nokia 1100, Nokia 1100c, Nokia 1101, Nokia 1108, Nokia 1110, Nokia 1112, Nokia 1255, Nokia 1315, Nokia 1600, Nokia 2112, Nokia 2118, Nokia 2255, Nokia 2272, Nokia 2275, Nokia 2300, Nokia 2300c, Nokia 2310, Nokia 2355, Nokia 2600, Nokia 2610, Nokia 2610b, Nokia 2626, Nokia 3100, Nokia 3105, Nokia 3120, Nokia 3125, Nokia 6030, Nokia 6085, Nokia 6086, Nokia 6108, Nokia 6175i, Nokia 6178i, Nokia 6230, Nokia 6230i, Nokia 6270, Nokia 6600, Nokia 6620, Nokia 6630, Nokia 6631, Nokia 6670, Nokia 6680, Nokia 6681, Nokia 6682, Nokia 6820, Nokia 6822, Nokia 7610, Nokia N70, Nokia N71, Nokia N72, Nokia N91, Nokia E50, Nokia E60 This product advisory applies also to the following accessories: Nokia Wireless GPS Module LD-1W, Nokia Wireless GPS Module LD-3W.
Nokia 7900 Prism (phones/nokia/nokia-7900-prism.html) and the Nokia 7500 Prism (phones/nokia/nokia-7500-prism.html) . The two mobile models will be available in the third quarter of 2007 with an estimated retail price of EUR 400 for the Nokia 7900 Prism and EUR 210 for the Nokia 7500 Prism, before taxes and subsidies. Nokia Prism collection is highlighted by cutting-edge colors, materials and graphics. Its signature diamond-cut design, featuring sharp angled lines, geometric patterns and graphic light-refracting colors, ensure these models stand out in the mobile phone market.
BlackBerry Curve 8310 (phones/blackberry/blackberry-curve-8310-vodafone.html) smartphone in Germany, with built-in GPS navigation and advanced multimedia functionality. The BlackBerry Curve 8310 features integrated GPS functionality that works with pre-installed Vodafone Navigator software. The software displays the user's precise location on a local map and also integrates directly with their address book. With the Vodafone Navigator on the BlackBerry Curve 8310 smartphone, Vodafone customers can avoid traffic problems caused by bad weather, traffic jams or road closures as known problems are automatically taken into account when the route is planned. The Vodafone Navigator is an off-board navigation system, which downloads route planning information from an up-to-date central server.
BlackBerry 8820 (phones/blackberry/blackberry-8820.html) smartphone. Featuring a full QWERTY keyboard, large and bright display (320 x 240), trackball navigation system, voice and data functionality, the BlackBerry 8820 also includes built-in GPS (Global Positioning System), media player enhancements, and a microSD / microSDHC (microSD High Capacity) expandable memory slot that can support current and future generations of microSD memory cards up to 32GB. The BlackBerry 8820 is the first dual-mode BlackBerry handset, combining EDGE/GPRS/GSM cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity for data access and voice support through UMA (unlicensed mobile access) for fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) service offerings from various wireless carriers around the world.
Nokia unveiled the Nokia 7500 Prism (phones/nokia/nokia-7500-prism.html) mobile phone at a fashion show in China this week. 7500 Prism is a quad band phone and comes with a 2 MP camera, 30MB of internal user memory, a microSD slot, 512 MB card included, FM radio and an MP3 player. It's 14mm thin, weighs 82g and should cost around 210 euro.
The wait is finally over and iPhone (phones/apple/Apple-iPhone.html) has hit the Apple and AT T stores. The 4GB Apple iPhone retails for $499, while the 8GB iPhone sells for $599. A European 3G version of the iPhone will be launched Monday in the UK by Apple in a joint promotion with Vodafone, T-Mobile and Carphone Warehouse. Hit the jump for the gallery.
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