Nokia X3-02

Keypad phones that aren't stuck in the past can be hard to come by these days, but Nokia have put the best of both worlds into the Nokia X3-02. It may look like a traditional candybar handset on the outside, but comes with the added extra of a touchscreen. The Nokia X3-02 Touch and Type will tickle whatever its users fancy. Coming in at just 77 grams, this handset won't weigh down your pocket compared to its full touchscreen counterparts. The 2.4 inch TFT display provides a great platform for browsing...

Read rest of entry

MasterCard willing to cut off pirate sites

MasterCard, is willing to stop processing transactions from sites trafficking in pirated music, movies, games, and other digital copyrighted content. Lobbyists working for MasterCard have told trade groups from the entertainment sector that the credit card company is supportive of The Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act, an antipiracy bill introduced into the Senate last September, sources with knowledge of the talks tell CNET. Backed by Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), chairman of the...

Read rest of entry

iPhone now fifth most popular in Japan

Here is a metric for skeptics who predicted the iPhone would fail in Japan: Apple's handset is now the fifth-best-selling smartphone in the country, with 12.2 percent of the market, according to IDC. This is the first time Apple has cracked 10 percent in the Japanese market since the iPhone debuted there, so this is something of a milestone. More so when you consider that the company is now in spitting distance of incumbent Kyocera (12.7 percent) and not too far away from market leaders Sharp and...

Read rest of entry

Apple iPhone 3GS 8GB Black

Meet the iPhone 3G S. Featuring a remarkable video camera, voice control and more. It's a revolutionary phone, a great widescreen iPod and a breakthrough Internet device in one. And with tens of thousands of apps from the App Store, it can do just about anything. IPhone 3G S still has all the features that make it an iPhone, Phone, iPod and Internet device in one, iPhone offers desktop-class email, an amazing maps application, and Safari- the world's most advanced mobile web browser. And your iPhone...

Read rest of entry

Top 5 Google Android phones

Unless you are living in an eco-pod under the ground, chances are you have seen adverts about Blackberry and iPhone smartphones. Next up on the market is the Android which due to the current buzz and large amount of advertising you also probably recognize. However, what you may not know is that Google Android mobiles are now storming the market given how many have hit the carriers over the last year. The following is a quick breakdown of Android smartphones to help you decide which cell phone is...

Read rest of entry

eBay buys mobile-app developer Critical Path

eBay said yesterday that it has bought Critical Path Software, a mobile-app developer that had already been working with the auction site for the past couple of years. Helping to design several eBay mobile apps, Portland, Ore.-based Critical Path has partnered with eBay's mobile group to create eBay for the iPhone and eBay Classifieds. Critical Path and eBay also teamed up to develop StubHub, a ticket-buying app, and Shopping.com, a shopping comparison app. The acquisition is part of eBay's move...

Read rest of entry

Motorola DEFY

The Defy is the latest Android offering from Motorola, who have managed to pack all manner of technological pizzazz into a rugged outer shell. Featuring a 5MP camera, Wi-Fi calling, GPS, and a powerful 800Mhz processor to power it all along, the Defy really is the only tough handset we can think of that still manages to hold on to all the stuff that makes a smartphone a smartphone. Bundled under the armoured exterior, which comes complete with an impact and scratch resistant 'Gorilla Glass' screen,...

Read rest of entry

Dealing with LCD pixel anomalies in Apple displays

Liquid crystal displays (LCD) use a grid of definable points on a screen to display information. Used in many of Apple's products, including Cinema Displays, MacBooks and MacBook Pros, and the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, LCD screens can be subject to pixel anomalies. As Apple puts it: Each pixel has three separate subpixels--red, green and blue--that allow an image to render in full color. Each subpixel has a corresponding transistor responsible for turning that subpixel on and off. If any of...

Read rest of entry

Sony Ericsson X10 Mini Pro Black

They say three is the magic number and the Xperia X10 range is no exception. The third sibling is here, the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro bringing a whole lot of bang for your buck. Dubbed the Mighty but Mini handset, this little bundle of joy packs a 2.55" capacitive touchscreen, full sliding Qwerty and stashes an impressive array of media gadgetry. The 5megapixel camera comes complete with autofocus, LED flash and video capabilities, while the media player can handle a number of different...

Read rest of entry

Sony Ericsson Vivaz Red

There's only one word we can use to describe the Sony Ericsson Vivaz, and that's multimedia. This nifty little package has entertainment in abundance, from 720dp HD video recording to the 8megaixel camera to social networking. There're a load of options onboard dedicated to getting the perfect image or video, which the 3.2" display is ready to flaunt. The media player is top notch, which is after all, what you would expect from Sony, and there's even a microSD slot capable of holding up to 32GB...

Read rest of entry

Sony Ericsson shunts Yendo phone back until Feb. 2011

Arriving as the latest handset maker to delay a major product release, Sony Ericsson has today announced that its Yendo phone won’t be available until February of 2011. Initially announced back in the summer of this year, the handset’s delayed arrival isn’t likely to upset many prospective buyers—not least because it’s fairly light where desirable features are concerned. Citing an unnamed “Sony Ericsson exec”, technology site T3 reports that the Yendo has been shoved back on the calendar due to...

Read rest of entry

Google Phone Nexus S Finally Released By Samsung

By Matthew Lentini | Friday | 17/12/2010 The Samsung Nexus S, running on the latest version of the Google operating system, Android 2.3, has just been released in the US. Google has delayed the public release of the open source software for Android 2.3, or ‘Gingerbread', until sometime after the Nexus S release. The Google partnered mobile could see a release in Australia in early 2011. "Samsung Electronics Australia is excited at the prospect of bringing the Nexus S to Australia. We are currently...

Read rest of entry

Consider a ‘Pay as you go’ phone

Mobiles phones are the best way to stay in touch with family and friends wherever you are. The global mobile phone market is massive and still growing with advances in the technology and choices increasing too. When choosing a mobile phone it is not only the model and make the consumer has to consider. The option of Pay as you go or SIM free phone needs to be considered. Both of these options come with their own features and advantages. The one you choose depends upon your requirements and budget. PAYG...

Read rest of entry

Watchdog tackles confusion over phone call charges

by Clinton Manning, Daily Mirror WATCHDOGS are seeking to clamp down on “rip-off” phone charges costing consumers almost £2billion a year. Ofcom says there is widespread confusion about the cost of calling 03, 08, 09 numbers used by businesses, charities, government departments and TV shows such as X Factor. And it says customers are often paying over the odds, leaving them “hundreds of millions of pounds” out of pocket each year. Worse still, the high call charges hit poorer households hardest...

Read rest of entry

Alcatel OT-980

Alcatel is not that well known in the US but in the UK they make decent phones on a budget and the OT-980 is their first with Android! Not much is known about this particular handset yet but some specs have been confirmed including a 2.8" inch resistive home screen, 2 MP camera, Wi-Fi, bluetooth, GPS, a Qualcomm processor @ 600 MHz and a 3.5mm audio jack. It's not yet known if the device will run Android 2.1 upon launch but it is confirmed to atleast come with Android 1.6. The Alcatel OT-980 is...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Transform Android smartphone for Sprint review

The T-Mobile myTouch 4G is T-Mobile's second HSPA+ smartphone, following the T-Mobile G2. There are arguments to be made that T-Mobile's HSPA+ network isn't 4G, but there's no disputing that it's fast. So is the myTouch 4G; it's powered by one of Qualcomm's latest 1GHz Snapdragon processors. From its premium industrial design down to its voice quality and battery life, the myTouch 4G was a pleasure to use during my tests. That's not to say there weren't some areas that could see improvement. The...

Read rest of entry

iPhone 4 Cases

Belkin launches new stylish cases for the iPhone 4 that make it easier to access and use your iPhone no matter how you carry it. Since the iPhone owner is constantly on the go from place to place and likes to stay always connected, Belkin has designed cases that not only complement this mobile lifestyle, but also cater to the different ways an iPhone is carried. We’ve identified five main ways people carry their iPhone: in a pocket, in the hand, in a bag, on themselves, and while being active. For...

Read rest of entry

Acer Liquid E

The Acer Liquid E is practically the same as the Acer A1 the only difference is that it now packs Android 2.1! Bringing additional features to play with too! This beast still packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and a wide 3.5 inch WVGA Capacitive touch screen. Remember the Android treats I said earlier? - Well having Android 2.1 adds some great features such as Live wallpapers - an interactive homescreen unique to Android , Multi-touch & many others you can play with for hours on end. The...

Read rest of entry

Smaller, brighter, longer-lasting iPhone 4 unveiled

At the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco today, Apple CEO Steve Jobs introduced the new iPhone 4. Jobs said the fourth generation of iPhone has over one hundred new features including a higher resolution display, a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash, HD Video recording, Apple’s A4 processor and longer battery life. Although packed with more features such as Retina display with 960 x 640 pixel resolution and a second microphone (for noise cancellation), the redesigned...

Read rest of entry

Acer beTouch E400

The Acer beTouch E400 is the bigger brother of Acers E110. The beTouch E400 has a faster processor running @ 600MHz, a bigger 3.2 inch screen and rocking Android 2.1! The Acer beTouch E400 has a general stylish look with the added benefit of the handset coming with 3 interchangable battery cover colors to take your pick out of. The Hardware buttons also seem to light up creating a great appearence. The Acer beTouch E400 has a few pre-installed apps includng premium twitter client 'Twidroid Pro'...

Read rest of entry

Gigabyte GSmart Rola is a Dual-SIM smartphone with Froyo

Gigabyte is preparing to launch a dual-SIM smartphone running on Android v2.2 Froyo. It’s called GSmart Rola and it will launch on the bargain 175 euro in the beginning of 2011. After the decent dual-SIM GSmart S1205 running on Windows Mobile 6.5, Gigabyte is ready to take their dual-SIM business over at the Android camp. The GSmart Rola runs Android v2.2 Froyo but packs barely decent specs – a 3.2-inch resistive WQVGA touchscreen, a 528MHz processor, 256MB RAM, 512MB ROM, a 3 megapixel fixed-focus...

Read rest of entry

iPad Tablet First Impressions

After months of rumors and speculation, Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs unveiled on Wednesday a tablet computer called the iPad that will start at $499 and go on sale in 60 days. The iPad — a play on the name of Apple’s market-dominating iPod line of media players — will connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi, or buyers can wait 30 more days and get more expensive models that will work over AT&T’s data network. Still looking thin after a liver transplant last year, Jobs was energetic but spoke...

Read rest of entry

Acer Stream Android 2.1 smartphone

James Tromans over at our sister AndroidAuthority.com site has put together a review of the Acer Stream, an Android 2.1 smartphone with a 3.7-inch AMOLED(INFO) touchscreen display and a camera that can record 720p video. James likes the design of the phone, particularly the build quality, but thinks that the phone isn't quite sexy enough to compete with the other heavyweights in the high-end smartphone sector. Acer's custom user interface is useful and usable, according to the review, but again...

Read rest of entry

T-Mobile G2 / HTC Desire Z Android smartphon

The T-Mobile G2 is a version of the HTC Desire Z that was built specifically for the U.S. market. It features the same base specs and hardware design, but offers a different software load and user interface tweaks. The G2 is a very good all-around phone. It is great for messaging, thanks to its keyboard and large display, does well on the web with its Flash support, and has access to over 100,000 apps on the Android market. And did I mention the T-Mobile G2's awe inspiring HSPA+(INFO) data speeds? But...

Read rest of entry

Acer beTouch E110

The Acer beTouch E110 seems to be Acers shot at a budget phone just as other manufacturers have tried. It ticks all the right boxes for an entry level phone such as a small 2.8" (QVGA) screen , Resistive touchscreen and interestingly has no compass or accelerometer and no WiFi. The Acer beTouch E110 does however sport Acers own UI including Acer multimedia and web widgets. Theres even Facebook and Twidroid Pro pre-installed to take care of all your social networking needs. Like to listen to music?...

Read rest of entry

Powerful dual-core LG Star previewed ahead of launch

The rumored LG Star droid equipped with a promising dual-core CPU hasn’t been made official yet but it’s just been reviewed and liked. The Tegra2-based smartphone specs turned out great not only on paper: the thing sure is pretty powerful too. LG Star previewed ahead of launch • image source But you already knew that from the previous leaks involving the LG P990 Star. Speaking of the LG Star features, most of them are no longer a mystery: the thin device has a Tegra2 processor (benchmark test caught...

Read rest of entry

Acer A1

The A1 was Acer's first Android powered handset and the first Android phone to be powered by a 1GHz snapdragon processor. With this kind of power onboard it caused a lot of buzz, somewhat setting a standard for other higher-end phones that is availible today. Months before Acer even joined the Open Handset Alliance, rumors swirled that they would launch an Android Phone before the end of 2009. Looks like the rumors were right! The phone was officially announced in October of 2009 as the Acer A1...

Read rest of entry

Google Nexus S up for pre-order in the UK, will set you back £550

Brits can now pre-order the sophomore Google smartphone - the Google Nexus S. It will be the first ever phone to run Android 2.3 Gingerbread and Google has its eye on the future with this one with NFC built-in and a unique curved display. The Google Nexus S starts off with an excellent technology base (the Samsung Galaxy S) and builds on top of that - the specs sound great on paper and it got positive nods in early previews. But all that gadget power is sure heavy on the wallet - UK’s Carphone Warehouse...

Read rest of entry

Sony Ericsson PlayStation Phone benchmarked on video

The long rumored PlayStation Phone (or should we call it Zeus) just can't stay away from the news. This time it got benchmarked with the Qualcomm's Neocore, but it scores far less than the Google Nexus S. The whole benchmark process was shot in a brief video. Here it is: The Sony Ericsson gadget managed to score 24.4 fps on average. It doesn't look bad, but the recently announced Nexus S did 55.6 fps on the same benchmark. Sony Ericsson PlayStation phone is still in the rumorland and it was not...

Read rest of entry

O2 UK's Dell Streaks will be getting Froyo this week

O2 UK is wrapping up a gift for Dell Streak owners - an update to Android 2.2 Froyo. The Streak, which launched in June running 1.6 Donut, has made the jump to 2.1 Eclair and now, it's getting ready for another update. Unlocked Dell Streak tablet/phones have been running Froyo for almost a month now, but carrier-branded devices had to wait till December. And while munching on frozen treats are probably not the best you could do in the cold weather, we're sure Streak owners will enjoy Froyo and that...

Read rest of entry

LG Star called Optimus 2X, may be getting to Europe too

http://phandroid.com/2010/12/13/lg-star-su660-to-be-optimus-2x-in-korea-more-videos-uncovered/South Koreans just got their version of the LG Star officially announced. Dubbed LG SU660 Optimus 2X, the smartphone made its first official appearance on the Asian shores, but the even better news is that its worldwide availability is fast approaching. Unfortunately LG kept their tradition and revealed next to none of the new handsets's specifications (not to mention the lack of an official photo). Good...

Read rest of entry

Skype for Android updated, becomes Galaxy S compatible

The Android version of the popular Skype app was first launched only a couple of months ago and now we can welcome its first major update which makes Skype for Android fully compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S devices out there and allows you to store the app on the device's SD card. The recently updated Skype app for Android-powered devices brings along only two improvements but those are definitely worth mentioning. First off, if your smartphone or tablet is based on the Froyo, you'll be able...

Read rest of entry

Vodafone UK puts a spell on HTC Magic, updates it to Froyo

Continued support from manufacturers for old Android devices has been a hot topic lately. So HTC is bound to win some good karma - they are updating Vodafone UK's HTC Magic droids with Froyo, not so long after the T-Mobile myTouch 3G and 3G Slide started getting their updates. The HTC Magic was one of the first Android phones and getting updated to Android 2.2.1 Froyo is a big deal as Android has come a long way since 1.5 Donut - new and improved Gmail and Market apps, installing apps on the microSD...

Read rest of entry

Google Nexus S Review

Google Nexus S Samsung Electronics and Google today announced Nexus S, the world’s first handset to feature the latest version of Google’s Android™ platform. Powered by Android 2.3, Samsung and Google have packed Nexus S with powerful technology and the latest in hardware features. Though not officially positioned as such, the Nexus S is an update to the now-retired Google Nexus One. JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics, said, “Samsung and Google have...

Read rest of entry

Nokia 2330 classic silver

The Nokia 2330 classic is a practical and affordable mobile phone, based on a long line of successful and easy-to-use Nokia phones. With its simple, robust and no-nonsense design it’s a fine choice for work or home. It has smooth rounded edges and a stylish flat keypad. Weighing just 80g it's nice and light too. Affordable is one its key characteristics but it still manages to pack in some essential features such as a VGA camera with video record facility. It also has a built-in FM radio, handsfree...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Solid Extreme red

The Samsung B2100 Solid Extreme (also known as Xplorer) is the smaller brother of the B2700 Bound. Aimed at off-roading, adventure-type people it's water resistant, dust resistant and shock resistant. Or for anyone who is likely to drop their phone into water. The Samsung B2100 has basic functionality with quad-band, a basic camera, MP3 player and a handy torch. Despite being rugged and durable it’s very light, weighing just 82g. Features: Camera 1 Megapixel MP3 Pla...

Read rest of entry

"Panasonic" put a digital camera captures images and three-dimensional films

Launched the "Panasonic" digital camera LUMIX DMC-GH2 newest addition to the series of professional cameras with interchangeable parts, it is also uniquely fast autofocus does not exceed 0.1 seconds. And Alcamer new unit with processing of images enabled precision smart signal processing optimized including confer on the images the accuracy of natural, as they are designed to capture still images three-dimensional by lens digital interchangeable, and facilitate these lenses capture accurate images...

Read rest of entry

Nokia C3-00

The Nokia C3 features a full QWERTY keyboard and a 2.4 inch QVGA screen that is designed to make messaging and keeping in touch easy. The dedicated message key gives one-click access to email and chat and multiple chat accounts allows you to keep in contact with friends no matter which chat client they use. Social networking is made easy with the Communities client a simple click will get you to the latest posts, updates and photos from your friends and family. News and updates are delivered directly...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Libre C3300K

The Samsung C3300K LIbre (or Champ) successfully brings social network integration to the affordable end of the market. Powered by GPRS/EDGE, a seamless connection offers access to your email along with news, weather and sports updates. The homescreen offers a 3x3 widget navigation system that looks superb on the 2.4 inch TFT resistive touch-screen. When used as a viewfinder for the 1.3 megapixel camera/video recorder, excellent results can be achieved with your choice of orientation, landscape...

Read rest of entry

Samsung E1170

The Samsung E1170 is a simple bar-style phone weighing only 77g. The phone features a solar panel casing, useful for an extra charge while you’re out and about. It has a bright, 1.5 inch display and a well-spaced keypad which makes text messaging easy. The E1170 includes an FM radio so you can listen to your favourite radio show wherever you may be. The handy calendar and organiser functions will help you keep track of your important appointments and there is a handy flashlight to light the way. Other...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Monte S5620 orange

The Samsung Monte has a 3 inch capacitive touchscreen to bring messaging, photos, videos and the Internet to life. The TouchWiz user interface employs intuitive graphics to guide the user from menu to application with ease. Social network integration with live updates ensures the latest gossip and pictures are only a touch away, while texts, emails and Palringo instant messaging provide a complete communication package. Access to the Internet is fast and seamless with HSDPA, Wi-Fi and a full HTML...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Genio Touch yellow

Previously known as the Samsung Corby, the Samsung Genio Touch S3650 is a slender phone with a large touchscreen phone and a distinctive curved design. Weighing just 92g and measuring 12mm in depth, the Genio supports popular social networking sites including Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. The Samsung TouchWiz user interface lets users add interactive widgets to the home screen, providing one touch access to their favourite applications and tools. The Samsung Genio features a 2 megapixel camera,...

Read rest of entry

Acer unveils new mobile apparatus

Despite the stagnation of the development of organs where the netbook has not been announced for a long time for something special, but today that Acer may be the author of this offline and seclusion.Where Acer announced in a press conference held in New York on Tuesday for the first laptop computer includes a new 14-inch screens, and the second screen of the work of the coupler where she works as pallets computing virtual keys. The device comes which will be called Iconia equipped with a processor...

Read rest of entry

Samsung C3050 black

The Samsung C3050 Stratus is a stylish slider with relatively basic features. It has a camera with flash, music player, FM radio, GPRS, an organiser, Bluetooth and built in hands-free. With the Samsung C3050's expandable memory, you can store up to 8GB of music, photos, videos and more. It's all right there in your pocket, wherever you go. Features: Slider Phone Radio Blueto...

Read rest of entry

Nokia 2220 slide grey

A stereo FM radio and MP3 player give access to the latest tunes with a simple touch of a button on the Nokia 2220 slide. At the budget end of the market the 2220 still has plenty to offer and its stylish looks and compact design offer a quality appearance. GPRS Web browsing is on hand and can take you to your social networking sites and works in conjunction with Nokia Life Tools to give information on topics such as agriculture, entertainment and education. Also on offer with the 2220 is an email...

Read rest of entry

Samsung Genio Qwerty black

The Samsung Genio Qwerty B3210 is a fun and simple messaging phone in a lightweight BlackBerry-style handset. This entry level phone from Samsung’s Genio range is aimed at people who love to text. The QWERTY keyboard is great for super fast typing. The 2.2 inch screen is basic but practical with it’s landscape aspect. The Genio Qwerty is supplied with two back covers, one brightly coloured and one plain black one. Features of the Genio Qwerty include a 2 megapixel camera, an FM radio, multimedia...

Read rest of entry

"Motorola" offer a smart phone running Android resists water and scratches

Motorola announced the U.S. launch of the latest phones with innovative design called "Flip Out" (Flip out) in the major shops mobile phones, equipped with running Android, and it combines water resistance and resistance to scratches and dust resistance to both, providing protection against the rain or when falling in a sandy area. The Director of Marketing at the Middle East "Motorola Mobility" Mahmoud Sayed Ahmed: "Flip Out combines the long history of Motorola in the design of smart phone operating...

Read rest of entry