T-Mobile launches Blackberry 8700G in UK

T-Mobile has launched the 8700G in UK. This new device features an Intel processor, 64MB flash memory and 16MB SRAM. The BlackBerry 8700g provides best-in-class performance for email, phone, SMS, Web browsing, organizer and corporate data applications in a lightweight, all-in-one device. A dramatically enhanced device platform, which includes an Intel PXA901 cellular processor, enables users to experience faster Web browsing, application performance and attachment viewing.

The handset will retail for 190 pounds but will be considerably cheaper is one signs up with T-Mobile's service for at least 18 months.

Features of the BlackBerry 8700g(TM) include:

--Ergonomic and lightweight design
--QWERTY keyboard for rapid, easy and accurate message composition.
--Very intuitive icon menu for fast navigation
--High resolution, landscape QVGA (320x240) LCD screen.
--Intelligent light sensing technology that automatically adjusts both the LCD and keyboard lighting to provide an optimized view in outdoor, indoor and dark environments.
--Increased memory: 64 MB flash.
--Powerful Intel(R) PXA901 processor, utilizing the Intel XScale(R) architecture, which provides users with the increased processing power needed to enjoy a rich user experience while running a variety of applications.
--BlackBerry Messenger - Instant Messaging between BlackBerry users
-Global GSM coverage. Quad band: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
--Built-in speakerphone.
--Bluetooth(R) compatible for hands-free use with car kits and headsets
--Polyphonic and MP3 ring tones.
--High-End Phone Features including Dedicated "Send", "End" and "Mute" keys, plus user definable convenience keys.
--Supports viewing of a variety of data and image files including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

LG S5000 - The handset for the metrosexual male

Cell phone makers are going to stop at absolutely nothing in this age of cut throat competition. The S5000 which has been just launched in China for example is being touted as the perfect handset for the "metrosexual male". It looks classy, but to say that it is designed for a "metrosexual male" is stretching things a bit too far.

Surprisingly, when I looked it up with Wikipedia; the general definition sided with LG. "The metrosexual, is an urban male of any sexual orientation who has a strong aesthetic sense and spends a great deal of time and money on his appearance and lifestyle.
LG S5000 ; it does fulfill the basic requirements of being sleek and stylish. The jet black glossy finish I assume can be taken as to be in "touch with the feminine side". The smooth uninterrupted design of the S5000 is undoubtedly attractive, so we will leave the "metrosexual" being at that. The handset has the decent feature set thats necessary for any cell phone in todays day and age. The clamshell has bluetooth and a 1.3 megapixel camera lens (supported by flash). The clamshell has two displays, the primary one is color while the outer secondary display is a simple smaller two color display.

The blue backlit keypad does look more style then function and is certain to cause trouble for people with large digits. General features such as music playing capability, large phone book, voice dialling are all explained as features that LG specifically put in for this target audience. The phone also happens to have an automatic opening feature, by simply clicking on the buttons at the sides, the handset opens up. This according to the company in some matter adds to the "sex appeal" of the handset.

Nokia N92 Overview

The first integrated DVB-H mobile device in the Nokia Nseries range for watching broadcast TV programs. The Nokia N92 offers easy access to TV programs without having to sit in front of a television set. Users can set reminders to watch their favorite TV programs, create personal channel lists and subscribe to TV channel packages. The outstanding new form factor offers a highly ergonomic user-experience. The usability is further enhanced by the large 2.8" anti-glare QVGA screen with 16 million colors and the dedicated media keys.
The Nokia N92 has four different modes for simple and easy usage. The new view mode is especially designed for watching TV and video. To start watching mobile TV*, users simply need to open the Nokia N92 in view mode and press the Multimedia key. The Electronic Service Guide (ESG) contains information about the available TV channels, programs and services. Other mobile TV features include watching time of up to four hours, recording and 30 seconds replay(recordings).

Further, the Nokia N92 supports the new Nokia Web Browser with Mini Map, which provides a semi-transparent zoomed-out view of a web page that enables users to quickly orient themselves on a small screen. With an overall view of the web page, users can intuitively navigate to all corners of it as well as see the web page as it was originally designed. The Nokia N92 is also an XpressMusic device, with up to 2 GB memory card support, offering storage for up to 1500 songs delivered through the built-in stereo speakers or a stereo headset. The entertainment experience is further complimented by FM radio with Visual Radio support

The Nokia N92 provides a rich range of connectivity options such as Wi-Fi, infrared, Bluetooth wireless technology as well as USB 2.0 (Mass Storage Class), which allows users to connect the Nokia N92 directly to a compatible PC for quick and convenient file transfers or downloads. The Nokia N92, which is based on S60 3rd Edition and Symbian OS, is planned to be commercially available in mid 2006 in Europe, Africa and Asia, in countries where DVB-H services are available, with an sales price of approximately 600 euros.

Nokia 770

The Nokia 770 seems a direct rip off from the 7710 but actually its more different then similar. Nokia 770 runs on a development platform called Maemo (its a linux based device). The Nokia 770 Internet Tablet's software is upgradeable and currently runs on the Linux-based Internet Tablet 2005 software edition.

The Nokia 770 is mainly meant for browsing the internet and doing online work such as emailing etc. Indeed the device has a complete name of "Nokia 770 Internet Tablet". The screen is positively largish huge at 800 x 480 pixels. It can also display 65,000 colors which I think is more than enough for standard work on the net. Since the screen is a touch screen, the usre will work with an onscreen keyboard, while the display gives him zoom capability as well. Getting on the internet is extremely easy if you happen to be in a Wi-Fi hotspot. Wi-Fi hotspots are no longer difficult to find and are extremely well spread out in all the major metropolitan cities of not just the US but throughout the globe. In case you still manage to land in a place without the same, then the 770 can be used in conjunction with another device which has GPRS or 3G capbility. These two can be connected via Bluetooth. Since most cell phones will be compatible and have bluetooth technology to boot, we dont think getting on the internet is going to be much of a problem.

W41SA - The latest Sanyo phone which reads

The CDMA clamshell from Sanyo looks like any other , but its real feature remains hidden till you actually try it out. Simply jot something down on a piece of paper and take a photograph, the image recognition technology of the phone is smart enough to actually make sense of it and save it. This is quite similar to the jotter function of the SonyEricsson P910i which also recognises the handwriting, difference being that you cant expect the handset to recognise whats written on paper. Again the W41SA can save the image of the writing as is without attempting to make sense of it if you so desire. This is useful in making a map or drawing. The camera which does this is a 1.3 megapixel lens and the OCR (Optical chracter recognition technology supports English and Japanese language).
Also the image recognition feature should not be confused with being a touchpad. Additional features include a built-in music player which supports several different media types. The W41SA also has a mini SD card slot so you can actually fill up the card with music files and keep the phone memory free for other uses. The stereo speakers make use of Yamaha's Audio Engine to get a 3D sound effect. For some reason thats not exactly apparent, the phone has two microphones. This allows you to record conversations while making use of the loudspeaker. The internal memory of the phone is equivalent to 50 megabytes (supports 1 GB mini SD card additionally).

The 108 gram petite clamshell has dimensions of 49 × 99 × 21 mm. Color options are blue, silver and pink. Unfortunately the phone lacks Felica card compatibility. The primary display has 262,000 colors and is of 2.3 inches in size. The sub display meanwhile is 72 x 96 pixels. The 1x CDMA terminal is expected to go on sale in the middle of February.

Vodafone 804N

The 804N looks pretty normal, but unlike usual clamshells which have just a few megabytes that are to be shared dynamically, this mega memory monster has almost 450 megabytes underneath its hood. Now thats without the microSD card that the user can push in if he feels the need for more. Considering that the phone can handle a card of 512 Mb with ease, that adds up to mearly a gigabyte of memory to do as you please.

Thanks to the USB port (mini) one can even consider using the 804N as a storage device. Of course with MP3 and AAC support, it can also be taken as a complete replacement for a mobile music player. The 804N comes from NEC, and they mean to sell it on Vodafone (Japan - in case you are wondering) ; this baby is 3G and supports video calling. It has dual cameras (an external one which has a 2 megapixel resolution and the internal sub camera which is a normal CMOS one). The primary display of this clamshell has a 240 x 320 pixel resolution and 65,536 colors. The internal one is a smaller sub display - 64 x 96 pixels and just 4096 colors.

The handset does weigh a bit more than expected at 115 grams, perhaps due to the extra memory. Dimensions are normal for a petite clamshell - 48 × 93 × 23 mm. The NEC 804N is expected to be available in a choice of 3 colors (white , blue and pink).

Tv-phone from hitachi

Hitachi has announced the W41H , the TV phone which is able to receive and play the terrestrial digital TV signals. The W41H is expected to go on sale by the third of February.


The W41H has a superb design which makes it easy to watch T.V. or use it as a phone without hindrance to either function. This is achieved by a clamshell design in which there is a large 2.7 inch display (240 x 400 pixels LCD) which can be swiveled and folded so that the display comes out to the exterior leaving the keypad hidden. The handset's display can accomodate upto 262,000 colors and to top it all off, the user can set the handset to display the T.V. reception from amongst 3 different modes which include "standard, movie and vivid colors". Thanks to prudent usage of the battery, the phone can go on with the T.V. reception for 3 hours and 45 minutes at a time. The W41H has also been equipped with 70 megabytes of memory in which one can record the T.V. programs (upto 30 minutes maximum). Luckily the small T.V. phone does not compromise on sound quality (it has stereo speakers, observe at the sides of the display). The antenna for reception are built-into the handset and the same are also utilised for tuning into the FM radio transmissions.

Other features include USB connectivity and a 2 megapixel camera. The handset is slightly hefty at 160 grams. It is possible to increase the size of the memory by utilising the mini SD card slot. The stereo speakers can also be used to play 3D sounds (requires loading of a special software which comes on the CD in the box).

Phone- mouse

Talk about runaway imagination, the latest gadget from Korea seems more like a prank till u discover that it really works. Its extremely easy to switch the device between functions from a mouse to a phone and vice-versa.

Technical details are still sparse but as far as we can make out, its not something thats going to be ahigh end cell phone. The phone mouse operates on VoIP basis. It has a single monochrome display and a standard keypad. Its unlikely that the handset will be able to do more than call and perhaps SMS.

However as fans of any innovative design, the phone mouse is a superb idea; especially for the busy executive who can now use his phone as the desktop mouse. The phone mouse has been designed and created by "Sysgration" and is being shown at the CES 2006

Sony Ericsson W550

The W550 is an exciting product that combines music, imaging and game playing to offer consumers fun and entertainment wherever they are, while still being a great phone,” explains Steve Walker, Sony Ericsson’s Head of Product Marketing. “This new Walkman phone is aimed at fun seekers who enjoy a good party and like to share enjoyable moments with friends. There are so many entertainment features crammed into this small, sleek handset that whether you are alone or with a group of friends, the W550 can satisfy all your entertainment needs.”

The W550 has an advanced digital music player with excellent sound quality delivered through two external high quality stereo speakers or through quality stereo headphones provided with the phone. Loading music onto the handset is simple thanks to intuitive tracks (depending on the bit rate). The W550 is the ideal new addition to the Sony Ericsson Walkman family with its stylish design and Disc2Phone® PC software and the phone’s 256MB internal memory, enough for storing between 60 and 120 standard MP3 or AAC music easy to use functionality. The phone is durable and offers great battery life, allowing users to listen to up to 30 hours of music.

Listening to music on the Sonyericsson W550 over headphones means you never miss a call as the music cuts off automatically when a call is received, permitting the listener to take the call before resuming listening to the paused track. A direct music button gives instant access to the Walkman music player, which can be used independently of the phone, allowing the phone to be used in flight mode so your personal music can be enjoyed even on an airplane. The flight mode was previously offered only in the extreme high end consoles like the P910i.

Equipped with a 1.3 MegaPixel camera, the W550 captures stills and video-clips – with 4x digital zoom for close-ups – that can then be stored or shared using MMS or Bluetooth, or even transferred to a PC via USB cable.

Gigs, movie schedules, search engines and webmail can all be easily checked with the full Internet browser from a choice of viewing modes: full scale mode enables users to scroll round the complete page, or information can be presented in a single column. Either way, the bright 1.8 inch 262K TFT display provides razor sharp pictures. There are plenty of ways to personalise the W550. The user can choose from a range of additional Style-Up covers that can be matched with wallpapers, themes and start-up/close-down animations which can be downloaded.

nokia N91

With room for up to 3000 songs on the integrated 4-gigabyte hard disk, the Nokia N91 delivers a premier music experience. In addition, the industry standard 3.5mm stereo headset jack and easy transfer of music files from your PC help make the Nokia N91 a connected mobile jukebox. Encased in stainless steel, the Nokia N91 has dedicated music keys on its face, which slide down to reveal the phone keypad. The Nokia N91 serves up to 12.5 hours of great sound via the included stereo headset with remote control. Enjoying your music collection has never been easier, as the Nokia N91 supports a wide range of digital music formats including MP3, M4A, AAC and WMA.
Packed with multiple connectivity options, such as WCDMA, WLAN and Bluetooth wireless technology, the Nokia N91 makes it easy for you to find and enjoy music when and where you want. With the Nokia N91, you can quickly and easily find and purchase music over the air to your device from your operator's music store. Drag and drop your personal music collection from your PC to your Nokia N91 or synchronize your recent music purchases with your PC via USB 2.0. You can also create and manage your playlists directly on your Nokia N91, or shuffle songs around to build your optimal listening experience.A revolutionary feature of the Nokia N91 is the possibility to share your playlists with friends by multimedia message, email or Bluetooth. Proudly show off your musical taste or simply share the latest songs that have been stuck in your head.

The Nokia N91 also contains the latest multimedia technologies and smartphone functionalities, including a 2 megapixel camera for print-quality photos, email support, a full web browser and video sharing.

Nokia N90

The Nokia N90 is a clamshell but the rotating camera (2 Megapixels) is located for the first time at the hinge. The accompanying pictures of the photo gallery will give a perfect idea of what has been done. Considering that the lens and camera that Nokia have used in this model wil be in collaboration with Carl Zeiss Optics (one of the beast in business) we can all look forward to a much better imaging resolution with our phones. The Nokia N90 boasts a 2 megapixel camera with autofocus and 20x digital zoom, integrated flash, macro mode for sharp close-ups, and high quality video capture with on-phone editing capabilities.

Facilitated by its two screens, the Nokia N90 features two ergonomic modes for instant photo and video capture. Simply twist the unique rotating camera barrel, and automatically the 2 megapixel camera is ready to shoot high quality photos, in a snap. A dedicated capture key and the cover display (128 x 128 pixels) of up to 65,536 colors as a viewfinder make the snapshot experience ever more effortless. Unfold and twist the main display (352 x 416 pixels), and the Nokia N90 is ready to shoot high quality video in MP4 format using the high-resolution (352 x 416 pixels) 262,144 color landscape display as a viewfinder. Dedicated record and zoom keys, including up to 8x digital zoom for video capture, provide for very convenient one-hand operation. Photos and video clips taken with the Nokia N90 can conveniently be stored on the phone's internal 31 MB memory or the 64 MB in-box RS-MMC.

Based on the leading Series 60 Platform, the Nokia N90 is a tri-band phone for GSM 900/1800/1900, EDGE and WCDMA networks, and is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2005.

nokia N70

Nokia announced not just a new device but an entirely new line of phones, which they call as the "N Series" .Nokia says that the Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia devices that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, whenever and wherever they want. Accordingly three handsets have been announced, the Nokia N91, Nokia N90 and Nokia N70.
The Nokia N series will all be series 60 based. The Nokia Nseries multimedia range is styled to meet the expectations of the most demanding customers with stainless steel finishes and black pearl and smooth silver color pallets. Measuring just 108.8 x 53 x 17.5 mm (95.9 cc), the Nokia N70 is the smallest ever 2 megapixel 3G smartphone based on the leading Series 60 Platform. Additionally, a variant of the Nokia N70 for EDGE (Enhanced Data Rate for GSM Evolution) markets will be available at a later date.

Equipped with a digital music player with stereo audio, FM radio and support for Visual Radio, the compact 126 gram Nokia N70 also doubles as a great pocketable music device. For an even more playful multimedia experience, the Nokia N70 supports S60 and Java 2D and 3D games, some of which are pre-installed in the phone or on the standard in-box RS-MMC. the Nokia N70 offers a full set of smartphone features, including very easy-to-set up email functionality with extensive attachment support, Internet browser, video streaming and 3G-enabled features such as two-way video calling and video sharing. Furthermore, additional applications can be installed from various sources, while organizer information can easily be synchronized with compatible PCs.

The slide and shoot design makes mobile photography fast and simple. The rear camera slide reveals and automatically activates the 2 megapixel camera, ready to instantly shoot photos or video. The intuitive slide is complemented with an integrated flash, 20x zoom capability and a range of capture scene settings for optimizing image quality in various environments, including Scenery, Portrait, Night, and Sports. Furthermore, the dedicated shutter key on the side of the phone enables users to capture images like they would with a regular camera, allowing for greater stability and ease of use. The new improved rotating Gallery provides for enhanced browsing of images and video clips. Images can, for example, be organized into slideshows, with the viewing experience further heightened with added background music.

Nokia 6630

With 1.23 million effective pixels in its camera, and a host of digital imaging features, the Nokia 6630 is the most advanced camera phone introduced in the GSM market to date. The vast range of imaging features include 1 to 6x variable digital zoom for picture and video capture, manual exposure control, sequence mode for fast picture capture, up to 1 hour of video. Nokia Mobile VPN client enables secure access to corporate Intranets or email servers. Uniquely, the Nokia 6630 is the only handset introduced to date that it is designed to work on 3G (WCDMA), EDGE and 2G networks around the world. recording and wireless printing directly from the handset utilizing solutions by HP and Kodak.

Casio G-Shock MR-G

What is it?
Casio keeps getting more and more hardcore with its G-Shock line of damage-resistant watches. The latest, the MR-G, features a titanium case and band, and a sapphire glass surface.

Features

The MR-G is said to be waterproof up to 20 atmospheres... whatever the hell that means.

Only 1,000 of the titanium MR-Gs will be made available in Japan as of February. They are expected to retail in the range of $1,500 (U.S.).

Wind-Up Cell Charger

HOW IT WORKS
Three minutes of crank time on the Electrilite Wind-Up Charger will juice up your cell for eight minutes of talk time.

This is definitely something we want in our trunks.

Order one today from Electrilite.com for around $25 (U.S.).

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Motorola H5 Bluetooth Headset

how it works

Motorola's Bluetooth-enabled headset works up to 30 feet away from an equally-equipped phone. But others won't be able to see it. Because it's very small and it fits in your ear.

We'd actually rather provide visible evidence that we're talking into a headset, rather than into thin air.


The H5 Miniblue headset should be available by summer 2006.