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 plus 3G and Wi-Fi capabilities make it a top dog for connectivity.

Those new to the touchscreen world won't have to make the transition completely with the Nokia X3-02 as it still has a traditional keypad to keep texting and calling simple. There are plenty of entertainment features on board too, and with a 5MP camera, music player and access to the Ovi Store, there will never be a dull moment with the X3-02.

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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 Senate Judiciary Committee, and committee member Sen. Orin Hatch (R-Utah), the bill would authorize the Department of Justice to shut down domain names of U.S.-based Web sites judged to be dealing in pirated content and also have the power to order Internet service providers, payment processors, and online ad networks in the United States to cease doing business with overseas pirates sites. Opponents of the law say it will give the government sweeping powers to censor U.S. citizens.
Representatives from MasterCard, Visa, and American Express did not respond to interview requests.
When asked for a comment about the ongoing talks between MasterCard and the entertainment sector, the music industry's trade group, the Recording Industry Association of America, issued a statement from Mitch Glazier, executive vice president of government and industry relations.
"MasterCard in particular deserves credit for its proactive approach to addressing rogue Web sites that dupe consumers," Glazier said. "They have reached out to us and others in the entertainment community to forge what we think will be a productive and effective partnership."
The antipiracy strategy of large Hollywood studios and music labels is evolving and is now less about filing lawsuits against site operators and individual file sharers. Big media companies now seem intent on cutting off sources of income for illegal file-sharing and streaming sites. Many of these operations make money by posting ads from U.S. ad networks, including Google. They also charge for "premium services" such as larger storage capacity.
One of the sites the entertainment industry says offers access to unauthorized copies of films is Megaupload. To obtain a membership to the site, one can pay with PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. There are certainly other ways for sites to accept payment than these and the entertainment industry knows this. They also know that many people are still leery of online transactions, even with stalwart payment methods.
The goal of the entertainment sector is to discourage as many people as possible from doing business with pirate sites.
To that end, the MPAA, RIAA, and other trade groups have pressured payment services, ad networks, and ISPs to do more piracy fighting. For some of these companies, Leahy's bill seems to have helped spur people into action.
Two weeks ago, Google announced it would improve antipiracy efforts, including a promise to do more to keep Web sites that provide infringing materials out of AdSense, the company's advertising program that pays Web sites for hosting ads.
In addition, the Interactive Advertising Bureau, the trade group representing 470 members that account for more than 86 percent of U.S. online advertising, says it also wants to work with the entertainment industry and lawmakers on cutting off pirates.


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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 Panasonic, which hold about 18.8 percent and 16.6 percent of the market, respectively.
And people said the iPhone would never be big in Japan....
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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 does even more when you add apps from the App store.

iPhone 3G S now lets you shoot and edit video, then share it via email, MMS, MobileMe or YouTube. And still pictures get better with a 3-megapixel camera, built-in autofocus and a tap-to-focus feature. Load web pages, launch apps, open attachments and take pictures faster than ever before. IPhone 3G S makes your entire iPhone experience more responsive.

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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 the best fit for you.
Motorola Droid 2- The Droid 2 has garnished positive critical ratings given that fact that it has a nice QWERTY keyboard that is easy to use with a reasonably long battery life. Although it does not have some of the nice perks and features found on other more expensive Android models such as HDMI out, noise cancellation, and HD video recording; if you want a simple but effective phone the Droid 2 is the perfect match. (On the other hand, if the extra features make the phone for you, check out the Droid Incredible or Droid X both of which are fully loaded with almost any feature you could dream of.)
htc »”>HTC Droid Eris- Named after the Motorola Droid, the Eris offers users a slim, simple mobile that does not come with the keyboard for those who prefer a compact mobile phone. Small does not mean empty however, as the Droid Eris still offers a full spectrum of Android features but due to the missing keyboard only costs a bargain $99 with a new or upgraded Verizon contract.
HTC Evo 4G- The EVO 4G is known for its quick processing speed as well as how many multimedia features and specs are jammed into the small, sleek mobile. Easily the best smartphone on the Sprint network, it also comes with the added ability to connect to 4G networks which will continue to spread across the country as time moves on.
Samsung Galaxy S- Packed with features, the Galaxy S is known for its large attractive screen. While the pre-packaged software in the mobile is pretty impressive, it is loaded with all of the top hardware and the brain and ease of use that Android mobiles are known for helping keep it on the top of the market.
Google Nexus One- Google has pretty much never produced a flop, which is why it should come as no surprise that the Nexus One is simply a beautiful and impressive mobile. Complete with great, fast performance without any handing and an amazing AMOLED screen that will bring tears to the true techno-geeks’ eyes, it also has some fun tweaks added into the standard Android OS given Google is the creator of the operating system. The only problem holding it back from market domination is a few issues between network carriers.
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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 to focus even further on the growing mobile market. The auction site has also been busy scooping up other businesses this year. In June, eBay bought RedLaser, developer of an iPhone app that scans bar codes to compare products and prices. And earlier this month, it picked up Milo, a shopping service that tries to tie in online and offline shopping.
"We're very serious about innovating in mobile commerce, and this acquisition underscores our commitment to bringing the very best and brightest in the field to eBay," Mark Carges, chief technology officer and senior vice president of global products for eBay Marketplaces, said in a statement. "Integrating the Critical Path Software team into eBay will be a big win for mobile shoppers around the world."
The purchase price and other terms of the deal were not disclosed.


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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, are some quite impressive features. Adobe Flash Lite 3 allows you to view all of your favourite Flash-based websites and Motorola's MotoBlur function allows you to sync all your social media, manage battery use and even wipe your phone should you ever be careless enough to lose it.

As well as all this, the Defy is dust, drop and drink poof, meaning that you could drop it in a pint and keep it there for 10 minutes should you wish. Its water-resistant qualities will even let you check your Facebook in the shower, although we'd advise you to be careful over just which photos you upload whilst you're in there!

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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 these subpixels or transistors fails, it can result in a "dead" pixel on your display. Pixels generally number in the millions, depending on the size of your display. Apple's 27-inch iMac, for example, has a display resolution of 2,560x1,440, resulting in 3.7 million pixels.
Once you take into account the subpixels, you're talking about over 11 million elements involved in displaying images on your iMac.
Pixel anomalies can present themselves in several different ways. Occasionally, dust or other debris can appear to be a dead pixel on an LCD screen. Though Apple is generally one of the best quality-control companies out there, the sheer volume of displays the company produces can result in anomalies. According to Apple:
Foreign material is typically irregular in shape and is usually most noticeable when viewed against a white background. Foreign material that is on the front surface of the glass panel can be easily removed using a lint free cloth. Foreign material that is trapped within the screen must be removed by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple Retail Store.
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Pixels that have actually failed may appear as either dark spots or bright spots, depending on what's wrong with them. Apple's pixel anomaly replacement policy was recently leaked, revealing how many anomalies need to appear on a display for Apple to consider replacing it.

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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 file formats and throw out great quality sounds. Running Android 1.6, the Mini Pro works all the social network feeds as well as a few added treats, Gmail, Google search, talk and maps.

The connectivity gang are all onboard, from 3G of the super speed variety to WiFi and Bluetooth. There's even space for a memory boost, up to 16GB to be precise, ensuring your Mini pro has more than enough space for your every day needs.

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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 of memory. More than enough room for all that multimedia goodness.

Running Symbian S60 OS means the Sony Ericsson Vivaz is easy to use and simple to navigate. All your social networking stuff is accessible straight from the home screen, along with your favourite shortcuts. With the Sony Erisson Vivaz, having fun has never been so simple!

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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 issues with the current version of the phone’s software.
Set to bolster Sony Ericsson’s existing line of Walkman phones, the Yendo is expected to come equipped with a modest 2.6-inch touchscreen, a 2.0 mega-pixel camera with digital zoom, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and media support via Touch TrackID, PlayNow and MediaGo.
For those keen on snagging a snazzy handset with 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity, the Yendo is also worryingly deficient, which is a shortfall reflected in the handset’s projected price of $100 USD.
Earlier this week, Nokia pushed its upcoming flagship E7 smartphone back from its December shipping date—apparently in order to hone its user interface ahead of an early 2011 release.
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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 reviewing our options on how to bring this to market locally and look forward to sharing more details at a later stage," said a spokesperson for Samsung's Australian division.

Vodafone carried the Google Nexus One in Australia which suffered diminutive sales both locally and abroad, but the telecom is yet to confirm their partnership for the Nexus S.

Best Buy in the US currently retails the phone at around US$200 on a T-Mobile contract while Google has reported that the mobile will go for US$530 outright.

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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 phones offer flexibility and ease of purchase and use. They can be bought cheaply and easily off the shelf from retailers all over the UK. They come fitted with a SIM for a specific network and often include financial benefits such as text and call bundles, call-time vouchers, cash back schemes or discount offers. These phones are excellent for students, young people and individuals who do not want the burden of a long term mobile phone contract. PAYG phones provide the consumer with a cost-effective and efficient option.
With a PAYG phone, talk time is purchased in advance and credited to your account removing the need for a monthly bill. Thereafter the user can top up their credit as and when they need it. This method of payment lets you control how much you are spending on talk time and avoids the pitfalls of running up large bills. PAYG is an excellent way keep in touch with your loved ones and contacts while staying in budget.
The PAYG and SIM free phones offer consumers a way to easily and economically use the mobile phone of their choice. However SIM free phones are very different. Mobile phones that are purchased SIM free can be used on any network.
The consumer can then choose their network of choice and purchase a SIM accordingly. Mobile phone retailers in the UK offer a wide range of SIM free mobile phones from brands such as Nokia, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and Samsung. A key advantage to this type of phone is that if a user changes location to a different country, their SIM can easily be changed for one using a local network. This avoids expensive international charges.
A mobile phone that is either SIM free or PAYG offers the consumer flexibility and choice. These phones free you from taking on the long term commitment of a contract. You can enjoy the freedom of having a mobile phone that suits your budget with out the worry of an expensive monthly bill.
You can choose from a wide variety of brands and models and in the case of a SIM free option, you can also choose your network. Both options offer flexibility and economy for consumers. The one you choose depends purely upon your personal needs and budget but you will find great advantages in both

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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 as many have ditched land lines in favour of pay-as-you-go mobiles, which often have the most expensive tariffs for calling these numbers.
The biggest change Ofcom proposes is making it free to call 0800 from all phones. At the moment it can cost up to 40p a minute for a 0800 call from mobiles.
Ofcom is also planning to axe 0870 numbers which have become particularly controversial and cap the amount inquiry services, such as 118118, can charge. At present, this ranges from a flat 30p fee up to £2 a minute.
Ofcom’s research showed users had little idea of the cost of calling “non geographic” numbers such as those starting 0845.
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People polled guessed the cost of calling a premium 09 number at up to 70p a minute when the reality is up to £1.50, more than twice as much.
Ofcom wants to introduce a traffic light system to improve clarity.
Calls in each band would have an upper limit. It is also pressing mobile operators to charge a flat rate for non geographic numbers so callers can compare costs.
Ed Richards, chief executive of Ofcom, said: “There is clear evidence of widespread uncertainty about the cost of these numbers.
“Consumers need to have more transparency about the price they pay.”
Hannah Bullivant, of Consumer Focus, welcomed the “long overdue” attempt to simplify a “bewildering” range of numbers.
“It’s unfair that someone phoning a number that is free from a land line can pay up to 40p when calling by mobile,” she added.


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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 expected to be launched around August time!

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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 video chat is practically unusable and its user interface may not be for everyone. Even still, the myTouch 4G is, without a doubt, one of T-Mobile's best smartphones. Let's explore why.

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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 those carrying their iPhone in their pocket, Belkin’s slim cases are easy to grip, they slide in and out of a pocket smoothly, and they provide impact protection from everyday drops. For those who keep their iPhone in hand at all times, they will appreciate our line of cases that are comfortable to hold, shock-absorbing, and easy to grip. Belkin has also created cases that make your iPhone easy to find within the interiors of a travel bag or purse and protect it against constant contact with other items.
Belkin recognizes that people typically either carry their iPhone or they wear it. To accommodate either person, Belkin offers cases that range from armbands to belt buckles, making the iPhone easy to access for intermittent use.
AVAILABILITYCases in select styles will be available starting late June 2010 in North America and parts of Europe
Other styles will continuously be made available for purchase throughout 2010

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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 Acer Liquid E is available now sim-free through online retailers and is now avaialble to American carrier 'Rogers'. There's also a special Ferrari edition - check out the picture tab!

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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 iPhone is 24% thinner – 9.3 millimeters – than the iPhone 3GS leading to Apple’s claim that it is the “thinnest smart phone on the planet.”
Perhaps the two most notable new features of the new iPhone are more power and more talk time. The new A4 processor, the same one found in the iPad, gives the iPhone 4 more computing power and according to Apple, an improved battery delivers up to seven hours of talk time on 3G networks, up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi and up to six hours on 3G, and up to 10 hours of video playback and up to 40 hours of audio playback.
The iPhone 4 will arrive with an new operating system, iOS 4 whose new features include Multitasking, Folders, enhanced Mail and more Enterprise support. Multitasking, allows users to switch between any of their apps, while folders will allow iPhone owner to organize their apps into collections by dragging one app on top of another. A folder is automatically created and named based on the category of apps selected. Users can change the name of any folder at any time.
The iPhone 4 will come in either black or white in 16GB and 32GB for $199 and $299 respectively. The device will be available in the US, France, Germany, Japan and the UK on June 24. Canada, along with seventeen other countries will have to wait until the end of July for their iPhone. The worldwide roll-out to 88 more countries will happen at the end of September.

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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' & 'Facebook' for social networking & 'DocumentsToGo' making the handset compatible of reading and editing Microsfoft Office documents.
With Acer sync and Googles 'cloud service" built in, your photos, contacts, calender and media are all synced with your PC too.
The Acer beTouch is available now from a variety of e-retailors and it recently passed the FCC with AT&T bands so keep an eye out!
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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 snapper and a microSD slot.

The Rola’s connectivity however has everything covered – Wi-Fi, quad-band GSM, 3G with HSDPA support, GPS (with aGPS support and digital compass), Bluetooth and even FM radio. We suppose the 3G would be available only on one of the SIMs though.

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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 in a tired-sounding voice to a packed theater filled with journalists and tech bloggers at the Yerba Buena Center for the Performing Arts.
Using words like “magical” and “revolutionary,” Jobs pitched the 10-inch, 1.5-pound, half-inch thick iPad as new category of device between a smartphone and a notebook computer. The iPad looks and behaves very much like an iPhone on steroids and will run all 140,000 apps available for Apple’s best-selling smartphone.
“Do we have what it takes to establish a third category of products?” Jobs asked toward the end of the presentation. “We think we’ve got the goods.”
Those “goods” include:
• A 9.7-inch touchscreen that is extremely bright and sharp. It uses a screen technology, called IPS, that’s high quality but is relatively cheap to build.
• Apple is using its own 1-gigahertz processor to power the iPad. The company bought a chip design firm, PA Semi, in 2008, and this is the first processor resulting from that acquisition to be used in an Apple product.
• Buyers will have a choice of models with 16, 32 and 64 gigabytes of flash memory, for $499, $599 and $699, respectively. The versions with 3G network capabilities will cost $130 more each, so the most expensive model will be $829.
• AT&T will offer two data plans for them. A 250-megabyte-per-month plan is $14.99; an unlimited plan is $29.99. Typically, data-only 3G plans for computers run at $60 a month for unlimited service.
• A new e-book reading application, iBooks, takes direct aim at the business now dominated by Amazon.com’s Kindle and Sony’s Reader. Jobs said Apple’s effort is “standing on the shoulders” of Amazon’s Kindle. iPad owners will be able to buy books and download them wirelessly into the device from Apple’s new iBookstore.
• A full-size, onscreen virtual keyboard lets users type just as they would on a traditional notebook or smaller netbook. An optional keyboard dock is available, and the iPad will work with the wireless Bluetooth keyboard Apple already sells.
• While all iPhone and iPod Touch apps will run on the iPad, they’ll do so in a small window. Users can tap a button and expand them to full-screen. Apple released a new version of its software developers kit Wednesday so apps could be revised for the iPad.
The launch drew mixed reaction from many of the tech journalists, analysts and bloggers attending. Some expressed disappointment that the device didn’t have all the features that had been mentioned in the frenzied, speculative atmosphere leading up to Wednesday’s unveiling. For example, the influential tech blog Gizmodo topped its site with a graphic showing two thumbs down over an iPad and the words “NO THANKS.”
But Andy Ihnatko, computer columnist at the Chicago Sun-Times and the author of many books about Apple’s products, said the company made a smart move by building on the strength of the iPhone. “Apple’s strategy was, ‘We got it right with the iPhone,’?” Ihnatko said. “We don’t need to build something completely new.”
He also praised the pricing, saying it was a “knockout.” Many rumors had put the price at around $1,000, a fact that Jobs mocked during his presentation.

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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 doesn't give Android users what they expect: widgets. Battery life, however, does appear to be a strength of the device, and it is hard to argue with a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and an HDMI output port, too.

But in the end, it seems that Acer still needs to do some homework before it can compete at the high end of the market.
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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 the camera is lack luster, and the phone just doesn't feel as snappy as its 1GHz empowered competitors. Sure the 800MHz Snapdragon CPU in the G2 is a second generation design, but that doesn't seem to be enough to make up for the 20% speed shortfall, though it does seem to help with power consumption.

It's a very good phone, it just isn't the best out there when it comes to many tasks.
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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? - Well Acer has there own free streaming service "Spinlets" already on the handset and a built in FM Radio.
Shame about some of the specs, removing certain aspects to reduce the cost such as WiFi, the accelerometer and compass means this handset will fail to take full advantage of Android and won't be compatible with many of the apps which take advantage and use these features. The beTouch E110 does however look stylish and will come in Black & Dark Blue so take your pick if your still interested!
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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 on one of the videos below), packs an 8 megapixel sharpshooter with 1080p Full HD video recording and an HDMI port.

Up until now it was unclear how large the large-looking display is but thanks to that preview we now have the answer: the LG Star screen measures some healthy 4 inches and is of 800-by-480-pixel resolution. By the way, while the blacks aren’t AMOLED deep its viewing angles seem pretty good.

As seen before, the LG P990 Star is running Android 2.2 a.k.a. Froyo, but Gingerbread (Android 2.3) should come on board right on time for launch. The Android smartphone is expected to be announced at the next year’s CES, which is due in less than a month.
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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 - a name that makes complete sense (A for Acer, 1 for first, relation to G1). The Handset was then uniquely only available to be purchased Sim-free & unlocked in Europe - no carrier has of yet decided to stock it and sell it on contract. However in December 2009 the A1 did go through the FCC with AT&T bands.
The Acer A1 is not all about looks with it's sleek design but packs some specs too. Featuring a 5 Megapixel camera with auto-focus and geo-tagging , a 3.5" inch TFT-LCD display with oil resistant coating (wouldn't want to get your new phone messy now would we?) Plus it has Acer's own UI, which is basically the stock Android UI with some "enhancements". It also features a hardware camera button for pic snapping prowess.
With Acer's choice of a sleek design, speed and Android they have a great combination sure to please with the A1.
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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 offers a SIM-free Nexus S for £550 (€657, $870). Of course, you have the option to get it for free on a two-year contract for £35-a-month.
The Google Nexus S should ship by the end of December (the initial estimate was December 20) and it's available for all major UK operators with plenty of plans to choose from. The only little perk is that it's exclusively sold by Carphone Warehouse.
Still, the price seems a bit steep - as a comparison the Samsung Galaxy S costs £415 SIM-free and is very close feature-wise to the Nexus S. Samsung is still undecided on whether the Galaxy S will get a Gingerbread update but at least it has a proper microSD card slot and HD video recording, which the Nexus S strangely lacks.
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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 announced yesterday as it was supposed to. The benchmark score here can't be objective, since it's done on a prototype of an unannounced phone, with hardware and software nowhere near their final version.
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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 new Stage UI that comes with it.
If you've missed it, the previous 2.1 Eclair update has added 720p video recording to the Dell Streak and it also brings compatibility for many apps, improved keyboard, pinch zooming and live wallpapers.
Anyway, the Froyo update for the Streak should come out this week and it will give apps a performance boost and enable Flash in the browser as well.
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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 thing a preview surfaced the other day and did the job for them.

We did stumble upon a new video though, which showcases the Optimus 2X computing prowess. In case you’ve been wondering how much of an improvement the dual-core Tegra is over the current best CPUs, you should definitely check it out. The Hummingbird-powered Galaxy S gets a trashing it won’t be forgetting anytime soon. While one synthetic benchmark is not necessary too meaningful for the real-life performance, the SU660 Optimus 2X certainly possesses impressive computing skills.
LG had a pretty quiet 2010, but could it produce the smartphone to get in 2011? The good news is that LG Benelux has got itself a new domain - the LGOptimus2X.nl, so an European announcement might not be too far away.


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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 to store the app on your microSD memory card.

As for the other novelty brought by the refreshed Skype app, the version released back on 5 October had some issues with Samsung Galaxy S smartphones but those should now be done with.

Oh, of course, there is a tiny little catch: the latest version of the Android-loving Skype will only be compatible with your Galaxy S if it's running the Android 2.2 a.k.a. Froyo (or higher).

To get the new Skype app up and running on your device, just visit skype.com/m using its web browser or check the Android Market.

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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 card, tethering support and enhanced Bluetooth and camera UI.

The HTC Magic will also get a speed improvement and wider support for some of the coolest apps in the Market (which require Android 2.0+). Don't bet on the other big selling point of Froyo though - the Flash 10.1 plug-in requires a newer CPU than the Magic has to offer.

Anyway, Vodafone UK is beginning a staged rollout of the update and users should get a notification in the coming weeks. Once you get the notification, you can update immediately or put it off for later - it's a big download so you might want to wait until you're in range of a Wi-Fi hotspot.

We hope that updates for old phones become commonplace - though not all manufacturers are very enthusiastic about it. The idea that you have to buy a new phone just to get a few software updates is certainly putting off some potential Android buyers.

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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 worked together closely to deliver the best Android smart phone experience for consumers. It has been our ambition in working with Google to continue to push the Android platform forward and create a smart phone that has both superior functionality and a stunning user-experience. It is extremely satisfying to see this partnership again bear tremendous fruit.”
“Samsung was thrilled to work with Google to create the first device featuring the much anticipated Android 2.3 OS. Nexus S is powerful proof of Samsung and Google’s commitment to bringing technology firsts to market and launching products that utilize the open and innovative Android operating system,” said Omar Khan, chief strategy officer of Samsung Telecommunications America. “Nexus S integrates Samsung’s best-in-class hardware and technology with the exciting new features and upgrades of Android 2.3 Gingerbread to give consumers a breakthrough smartphone experience.”
“Google is excited to co-develop Nexus S with Samsung, ensuring solid integration of hardware and software to deliver the lead device for the latest version of Android, Gingerbread,” said Andy Rubin, Vice President of Engineering at Google.
Google Nexus S Review
Nexus S is designed with Samsung’s brilliant Super AMOLED touch screen technology providing a premium viewing experience. The 4-inch Contour Display features a curved design for a more ergonomic style and feel when held to the user’s face. Nexus S also features Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which allows you to read information off of everyday objects like stickers and posters that are embedded with NFC chips. Powered by a 1 GHz Samsung application processor, Nexus S produces rich 3D graphics, faster upload and download times and supports HD-like multimedia content.
Nexus S is equipped with a 5 megapixel rear facing camera and camcorder, as well as a VGA front facing camera. In addition, Nexus S features a gyroscope sensor to provide a smooth, fluid gaming experience when the user is tilting the device up or down or panning the phone to the left or right. Nexus S also comes with 16 GB of internal memory.
Android 2.3, Gingerbread, is the fastest version of Android yet. It features support for Near Field Communication (NFC), a new and improved keyboard with multi-touch support, Internet calling (VoIP/SIP support), and a clean new user interface. Nexus S also includes popular Android features such as portable Wi-Fi hotspot, true multitasking, access to Google mobile services such as Google Search™, Gmail™, Google Maps™ with Navigation, Voice Actions, Google Voice™ and YouTube™, and access to over 100,000 apps and widgets on Android Market™.
Nexus S can be purchased (unlocked) online and in-store from Best Buy retailers in the U.S. starting after December 16 and at Carphone Warehouse retailers in the U.K. after December 20.
Google Nexus S Specs
Network 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE) : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz3G (HSDPA 7.2Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps) : 900 / 1700 / 2100 MHz
OS Android 2.3 / Gingerbread
Display 4.0” WVGA SUPER AMOLED (800×480)
Camera 5.0 mega-pixel Camera + VGA front Camera, Auto Focus,Self shot
Video HD(720p@30fps) video playing, Video recording D1 (720×480)@30fpsmpeg4, H.264, H.263
Audio MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, AMR, AMR-NB,
Value-added Features NFC (Near Field Communications) capability
Android Market for more applications and contents
A-GPS
Gyroscope Sensor, Accelerometer, Digital compass, Proximity, Light
Connectivity Bluetooth technology v 2.1 + EDRUSB v2.0 (High-Speed)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Memory 16GB iNAND
Size 63 x 123.9 x 10.9 mm
Battery 1500 mAh

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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 loudspeaker and Bluetooth connectivity, which is a bonus in this class. The Nokia 2330 classic is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a phone that's easy to use and good value for money.

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Loudspeaker/Speakerphone
Radio
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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.

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Camera 1 Megapixel
MP3 Player

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"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 of this sort without interference or blurring, and without intervals, even when TsWare moving objects, characterized in pictures and movies taken with fixed three-dimensional camera, accuracy, without straining the eyes, when you view it through the three-dimensional TVs.
The camera is equipped with a lens, "HD 14-140 mm", allowing photographers to capture still images and movies high-res "HD" three-dimensional at the same time.
Featuring photographic films with the camera, film accurately 24p and the maximum speed digital data transfer possible.
This model also provided EX Tele Conversion feature that allows users to zoom in to enhance the scope beyond the original boundaries, and then take the best pictures close, both when taking pictures or movies.Also facilitate the property of output "HDMI" during simultaneous imaging professional photographers to preview images on a separate screen.
It is noteworthy that Alcamer equipped with interchangeable lenses, the 11 lens, including one single focal length, and for other long-zoom and a third three-dimensional.It is also equipped with touch control feature and for the first time in the manufacture of digital cameras with interchangeable parts.

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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 to the homescreen and you can update your status and share photos with a click of a button.

Web browsing with Wi-Fi or EDGE ensures you can always get online and the Opera Mini browser coupled with the clear screen displays web content clearly. There’s a 2 megapixel camera and you can share your captured moments via MMS or Bluetooth. Other features include a Multimedia player, FM stereo radio and support for up to 8GB memory card. Measuring 115 x 58 x 14mm and weighing only 114g the Nokia C3 offers all you need to keep connected in a slender and portable form. Available in three colours; slate grey, golden white or hot pink.

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Wi-Fi (WLAN)
Bluetooth
Camera 2 Megapixel
Video Record
Radio
Loudspeaker/Speakerphone

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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 or portrait view.

Memory can be increased easily with a microSD card of up to 8GB to offer lots of space for not only images but also for music and video files that can be enjoyed on the media player. The Champ has a range of connectivity options that include wireless Bluetooth, quad-band roaming and access to the radio in stereo FM. The pocket pleasing dimensions (96x54x13mm) are matched with its weight of only 80g to offer a highly transportable and compact design.

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Bluetooth
Camera 1 Megapixel
Video Record
Radio
Loudspeaker/Speakerphone

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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 features include an alarm clock, stopwatch and converter. The simple menu system has ensured a great battery life with more than 10 hours of talk time and up to 830 hours of standby time.

With its environmental credentials and basic feature set the Samsung E1170 is the perfect choice if you want to keep it simple whilst being eco-friendly.

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Radio

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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 web browser. In addition to browsing, multiple applications can be downloaded to personalise and expand the functionality of the Monte.

With operation in either landscape or portrait views the 3.2 megapixel camera offers quality imaging. The use of the camera is further expanded with smile detection, geo-tagging, self timer, night mode, image editor and QVGA video capture at 15 frames per second. Once your media has been captured it can be stored onto the 200MB memory, that can be expanded up to 16GB with a microSD card. The media player handles all popular music and video formats, and can be enjoyed using the built-in speakers, via a Bluetooth headset or on your own headphones connected to the standard 3.5mm audio jack. The audio quality is exceptional and boasts 3D sound effects and DNSe (digital natural sound engine). Live music 24 hours a day can also be obtained using the built-in stereo FM radio with RDS.

Further notable features include Google Maps 3.0, A-GPS support, Wi-Fi, a document viewer and quad-band international roaming. The Monte weighs only 92g and has dimensions of 109x54x12mm. The battery standby of up to 760 hours is superb and matched by the talk-time of almost six hours. The Samsung Monte S5620 is almost unsurpassed for functionality and has a sporty design with its visually striking colour stripe.

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Wi-Fi (WLAN)
Radio
3G
Loudspeaker/Speakerphone
Camera 3 Megapixel
Bluetooth
MP3 Player

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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, capable of photos with a resolution of 1600x1200 pixels and basic video recording. The Genio also includes Bluetooth, an FM radio, music player and expandable memory.

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Camera 2 Megapixel
Radio
Bluetooth
MP3 Player

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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 Intel Core i5 and work through the operating system, Windows 7, and 14-inch screens at a resolution 1366 × 768 as well as high-resolution webcam and third-generation technology. The device weighs about 6 lbs.
But despite the excellence of this device but it has been argued that the difficulty of using the keyboard that would hinder the touch interface is cleverly designed.The device allows you to enjoy a number of applications that touch such as image capture, music player, which is touch, keep the pages in your favorite online and watch them over the entire screen in addition to other applications.
And other features contained in the directors for the VGA and HDMI, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0 and the three entrances of the USB (implementing USB 2.0 port, USB 3.0).
This was Acer, at the same time for two to Ohieddin Android, screen size of 7 and 10 inches with the strength and clarity of up to 1280 × 800 also supports Flash Player 10.1, this as well as the announcement of a tablet last with a screen 10 inches, and running Windows.
In addition, said Acer plans to introduce a smart phone running Alandroed screen size up to 4.8 inch force and clarity of 1024 × 480 and 8 mega pixel camera, and DLNA system for the exchange of multimedia.
So far, no details about the price of a Iconia or later release, but Acer has stated that it is expected to launch Android three devices in April of 2011 has been identified as February of the same year for the launch of the Tablet PC.

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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.

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Slider Phone
Radio
Bluetooth

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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 client, calendar, 1000 entry phonebook and VGA camera for taking snaps when out and about.

For those who don't want to break the bank, the Nokia 2220 slide offers a fashionable appearance with a useful set of features.

Features:

Slider Phone
Radio

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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 player, 3.5mm audio jack and stereo Bluetooth. The phone has a funky cartoon-style interface, which is quite fun. The Genio Qwerty has 3G or Wi-Fi, there is however GPRS, HSCSD and EDGE, which makes it suitable for checking emails and occasional web browsing. This is a cool phone for keeping in touch with friends through texts, emails or instant messaging. This version of the phone has a black fascia with red detail and a white back cover.

Features:

Camera 2 Megapixel
Radio
Bluetooth
MP3 Player

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"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 system Android.Thanks to the box, innovative design, the user can include a mobile phone in the palm of his hand, or put it in his pocket or small handbag, and we are confident that Sibehr users who rely on their smartphones in the successive completion of their daily work. "
She explained, "Motorola" that the advantages of mobile phone that comes attractive colors including green or dark purple or the color of saffron or white, and will be available all the colors in the package itself to provide flexibility to the customer to choose the color that suits their tastes, according to what stated in the specialized sites news Sunday 5/12/2010 modern technology.
And provided the American company existing hardware technology "Crystal Talk Plus" (Crystal talk plus) that improve the purity of the caller's voice and removes ambient noise to enhance the experience of communication and chat with friends, and based on this technique to create a microphone and headset devised by the "Motorola", where you add this technique microphone II to improve the purity of sound beyond the limits of MemkForth.
It is noteworthy in this device is designed box, which reveals smoothly on the keyboard "QWERTY" (Qwerty), which consists of five rows with a separate row of numbers, as well as seven backgrounds interchangeable panels Jdranip live, in addition to the security standards developed for users of servers, "Microsoft Akschen ".
And enjoy the smartphone screen length of 2.8 inch, and the degree of clarity and 320 in the 240 and 3-megapixel camera, in addition to a single button that the sponsor show your photos on-month social networking sites like "Facebook", or many of the sites which show pictures.
The "Motorola" telecommunications company American author credited with the first mobile phone in the world in 1983, and was founded in 1928 City of Chicago in Illinois, as the industry's first car radio a successful business in the world, and is Motorola's largest mobile company in the U.S. United States of America.

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