Mobile Phone Industry looking to beat iPhone

Now a days, Mobile phone makers seem only interested in making phones that look very much like iPhone. But there were few blockbuster products or major announcements.

Nevertheless, the Nokia booth was packed on Tuesday as Beyoncé and Madonna songs blared from overhead speakers.

Show visitors huddled around a long white table where Nokia, introduce N series mobile phones, including the N78, a multimedia phone, N78 has a 3.2-megapixel camera, but it runs on a high-speed network, includes a navigation function and eight gigabytes of memory, and has Internet radio and easy access to multimedia Web sites like YouTube and Flickr. N78 has introduced recently in Europe (for about $500) and is expected to go on sale in the United States in June.

“The handset makers are responding differently than they have before,” said Greg Ballard, chief executive of the mobile game maker Glu Mobile.

Meanwhile, at the booth for Samsung, the Instinct was being introduced. The prototype displayed was not quite ready for the show floor, although the phone, Samsung’s answer to the iPhone, is expected to be shipped in a few months.

The Instinct is a real competition for iphone, which has many features similar to the iPhone’s, like a voicemail management system, and the devices look remarkably similar. The Instinct, operating on a proprietary network developed by Samsung and Sprint, can be used to watch live TV and as a modem to connect a PC to the Internet. Industry analysts think it will sell for about $300.

LG, introduced the Vu, which has a touch screen and multimedia features very similar to the iPhone’s. The Vu will cost $300 through AT&T stores, which have an exclusive relationship with Apple to sell the iPhone. The Vu includes an optional new live television service, for $15 a month, LG said.

Geesung Choi, chief executive of Samsung’s telecommunications network business, predicted that the trend toward multifunction mobile phones is now changing. Now a costumer wants a basic mobile phone features with browsing the Web or watching television and movies.

“There is a perception that the iPhone is a phone, but it is not,” he said. “It is a multimedia player. Maybe they should rename it.”

Others saw a similar evolution of the market. “It’s not a technology market anymore,” said Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft’s entertainment and devices division. “It’s a consumer market. Everyone’s needs are evolving. Consumers, in the end, will get what they want.”

Just a few years ago, he said, transferring a mobile phone number to AT&T from Verizon Wireless was revolutionary. In contrast, carriers today discuss how far they should open their closed networks to rivals’ products. And the mobile phones they support not only look like minicomputers, they act like them too.

Ralph de la Vega, chief executive of AT&T Mobility, said more phones in the coming months were likely to combine touch screens with a keypad or slide-out keyboard to appease customers who want the convenience of both. “The technology is available,” he said. “But it’s a trade-off.”

It is unclear, though, just how far the big carriers like AT&T and Verizon Wireless will go.

When asked about Google’s new mobile phone platform, Android, both Mr. de la Vega and Lowell C. McAdam, chief executive of Verizon Wireless, expressed interest, even optimism that it might run on their mobile phones one day. That is in stark contrast to the wireless carriers’ reaction when Android was first announced.

“We didn’t know enough about it,” Mr. McAdam said. He said he has visited Google and met with its chief executive, Eric E. Schmidt, and others involved with Android.

LG Iron Man Phone in 18-Karat Gold

LG Electronics today unveiled the LG Iron Man phone, a 18-karat gold slider modeled after the LG Shine. The Iron Man phone will not be sold in stores.

Prior to the film's May 2, 2008 release date, LG will unveil advertising, as well as retail, online and consumer electronics industry initiatives to showcase the company's devices.

"In today's fast-paced world, cell phones often perform heroic feats when it comes to connecting consumers with friends and family, solving business problems and staying current with up-to-the-minute news and entertainment," said Rabbani. "'Iron Man' lead character, Tony Stark, embodies what LG is all about by pushing technology boundaries and insisting on having the most innovative and advanced gadgets, including his mobile phone."

4 Low-cost Phones from Nokia for emerging markets

Nokia this week filled in the lower end of its mobile phone portfolio with four new low cost handsets intended for users in developing countries looking for replacement units.

The handsets are very low cost -- from 50 euros ($78) to 90 euros ($141) -- and will be available by the third quarter, the world's largest mobile phone maker said Wednesday at the Growing Together conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.

"People in emerging markets like Africa are increasingly demanding more from their mobile phone. Their expectations and demands in terms of functionality and design are similar to people in any other part of the world. They simply have less income at their disposal," said Alex Lambeek, a Nokia VP.

First-time buyers of mobile phones have been growing for some time now in emerging markets, Nokia said. But the number of users looking to upgrade is on the rise as well. "In 2008, Nokia anticipates that for the first time, the number of replacement purchases in emerging markets will exceed those of first-time buyers," the vendor said, in a statement.

The Nokia 5000 has a 1-3 megapixel camera, an FM radio with recording capability, a high resolution QVGA display and MP3 ringtones. The 5000 supports e-mail and other essential applications as well, including Nokia Xpress Audio Messaging, Bluetooth interface, and GPRS connectivity. It will ship in the second quarter with an estimated retail price of 90 euros ($141).

The Nokia 2680 slide phone is the other low cost mobile phone and it is first slider device for entry-level markets. The 2680 slide has an FM radio with recording, a built-in camera and MP3 ringtones. It also contains all the essential mobile phone features, like an expanded directory. It will ship in the third quarter with an estimated price of 75 euros ($118).

The design of the Nokia 7070 Prism is really very attractive with its geometric patterns and external light effects. The 7070 Prism offers nice content with themes, wallpapers, and MP3 ringtones. The Nokia 7070 Prism has a voice recorder and built-in hands-free speaker and will ship in the third quarter for $50 euros ($78).

The last one is Nokia 1680 classic, which the company described as its most affordable camera phone ever. Nokia 1680 has all the basic mobile phone features with a VGA camera and one-touch video recording features. It will ship in the second quarter for 50 euros ($78).

HBO on Your Mobile Phone

Bell Mobility to offer the premium TV network’s programming on-demand via mobile phones in partnering with Home Box Office (HBO) Inc. Now Bell Mobility customers can watch full episodes of popular shows like Sex and the City, Entourage, Sopranos, and Curb Your Enthusiasm on their mobile phones at the same time each episode is released on home video.

Bell will offer promotional previews, trailers, bonus footage, and stand-up comedy in addition to full episodes. Customers will also be able to download HBO-related ringtones, wallpapers and mobile games.

"We are very excited to be teaming up with Bell Mobility to deliver a truly compelling package of on-demand programming to mobile audiences in Canada," said Stanley Fertig, Senior Vice President, HBO International. "This agreement exemplifies our goal to grow our profile in the international marketplace through digital platforms."

Other available programs will include Flight of the Conchords and Tell Me You Love Me. Each episode will be available in English, and French-dubbed versions are set to launch in May.

The HBO service will be available on a number of mobile phone models, including the LG 385 and Muziq; and the Samsung Carbon.

Motorola Z9 slider phone, based on Razr platform

Motorola is now selling a new mobile phone with a sliding cover based on its popular Razr 2 mobile phone.

The Moto Z9 is Motorola's new mobile phone available to just U.S. buyers exclusively through AT&T Inc., which includes its AT&T Navigator GPS feature.

Paul Nicholson director of feature phone products group, based in Libertyville said "This will have a new keyboard and the slider features instead of the clamshell form factor of the Razr,".

Motorola, along with other industry giants, is in Las Vegas for whole week to show off new products at the CTIA Wireless trade show.

The Z9 is a new step in mobile phone direction, but Motorola needs a best variety of handsets, said Rick Franklin, telecom analyst.

"I'm not certain that this is enough of a breakthrough product to reverse the negative trends Motorola has recently experienced," Franklin said. "Additional product introductions will likely be needed to do that. Additionally, Motorola needs to improve its cost structure. Even at the height of Razr's popularity, Motorola's profitability lagged Nokia's."

The Z9 is Motorola's first 3G phone with Navigator. It has the CrystalTalk for clearer voice sound quality. Other features include AT&T Mobile Music, stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, up to 8 gigabytes of memory, with an optional removable card and a 2.0-megapixel camera.

Moto Z9 is being sold exclusively at AT&T and the price is $249.99 after a two-year service agreement.

The Moto Z9 was developed under Motorola's Mobile Devices business, which is expected to be spun off into a publicly traded company by next year.

LG debuts 3G 'Vu' handset with mobile TV

LG announced the debut of its new Vu handset at CTIA Wireless today in Las Vegas. The device is one of the first two that will support AT&T's Mobile TV service launching in July.

Equipped with a 3-inch touchscreen and "minimalist" scroll bar interface, the Vu is reportedly a not-so-distant cousin of the Korean company's KS20 Prada phone in design. The 3G Vu offers HSDPA support like its designer counterpart, which offers speeds up to 3.6Mbps in Europe, but only 1.4Mbps in the United States.

The attraction of this handset is its ability to serve as a portable "live media" device, as it supports both the MediaFLO mobile TV standard and XM streaming digital radio. Several BlackBerry Phones offered by AT&T also now support XM broadcasts, an option that commands an additional $7.99 per month.

Additional features of the LG Vu include full HTML browsing (missing from earlier versions of LG's own Web browser), Bluetooth 2.0, instant messaging, and media player capabilities.

The Vu will be available from AT&T beginning in May, although the carrier has yet to announce pricing details. Based on LG's Prada phone, however, the Vu won't come cheap and will likely be priced higher than Apple's iPhone due to its 3G and mobile TV features.

source : http://www.betanews.com/

Motorola unit on Videocon radar

Videocon hires top global banker to convey interest in handset biz.

The Videocon group has expressed interest in buying telecom giant Motorola’s struggling mobile handset business, which is being split into a separate company.

“We have hired one of the world’s top three investment bankers who will convey our interest to buy out the mobile handset business of the US company,” Group Chairman Venugopal Dhoot told Business Standard.

Explaining why he was bidding for Motorola’s handset business, Dhoot said his group was ready launch its pan-Indian GSM mobile operations at an investment of Rs 6,000 crore.

Also, it has a consumer durables retail chain under the brand name “Next” with over 1,000 stores across the country that stock mobile phones too.

“The Indian market for mobile phones is around 120 million units a year and we have our own retail chain stories that we can leverage. Also, we can transfer the manufacturing plant to India to leverage cheap labour in the country,” added Dhoot.

source : http://www.business-standard.com/

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 runs Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1

Microsoft today officially announced Windows Mobile 6.1, a minor upgrade while waiting for version 7. An update for the current version 6 will also be released.

Sony Ericsson and Microsoft today officially confirmed that the upcoming Xperia X1 smartphone will be running Windows Mobile 6.1 beneath Sony Ericsson's Xperia panel user interface. Carriers will also be able to custom build the touch panels that run on the Xperia X1, to provide users with targeted carrier services. Sony Ericsson also plans to align with key partners to enable them to develop applications for users of the Xperia X1.

Windows Mobile 6.1 promises new scheduling features, easier navigation and management, as well as increased security safeguards. Microsoft also unveiled the newest version of Internet Explorer Mobile at CTIA Wireless 2008 today, which adds desktop-grade Web browsing to Windows Mobile phones.

Taking advantage of Internet Explorer 6 technologies and supporting established and upcoming industry standards such as H.264, Adobe Flash and Microsoft Silverlight, the updated Internet Explorer Mobile promises to give users a richer mobile Internet experience than earlier. The update, which enables full-screen viewing of Web pages and multimedia, will be available to mobile phone partners in the third quarter of 2008. The first Windows Mobile phones using the new version is expected to be available by the end of 2008.

Windows Mobile 6.1 features several key updates based on customer feedback, including the capability to make the most critical information readily available at a glance, quicker phone setup, and enhanced features adapted for the small screen. More specifically, version 6.1 will offer a new home screen where users can look at and respond to notifications such as missed calls, upcoming appointments and new messages, as well as play music and share photos. Other new features include the ability to flag, delete or move groups of messages and keep track of conversations through threaded text messaging.

In addition, if coupled with System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008 or Exchange Server 2007 SP1, Windows Mobile 6.1 is claimed to provide a better experience for IT professionals to manage mobile phones for businesses.

Most Windows Mobile partners are planning to offer Windows Mobile 6.1 updates in the second quarter of 2008, while the Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 is planned to be released in the second half of 2008.

source : http://www.infosyncworld.com/

Samsung Instinct touchscreen phone comes to Sprint

Sprint and Samsung unveiled a new all-touch cell phone today, boasting an impressive out-of-box configuration for a consumer phone.

At CTIA Wireless 2008, Sprint and Samsung today announced the upcoming availability of a new mobile phone, Samsung Instinct, which offers full touchscreen functionality with EV-DO Rev A data speeds. The Instinct is claimed to be one of Samsung's best phones to date, offering users the ability to access applications and contacts within a single finger tap.

Samsung Instinct, exclusively available from Sprint, has a touch screen featuring localized tactile feedback, called haptics, which allow the virtual QWERTY keypad and other operations to become a sensory experience. The device also offers a Voice to Action button providing many functions using voice activation including call, text, picture messaging, traffic, movie, sports, news and search.

As Sprint's first EV-DO Rev A consumer-centric device, Samsung Instinct provides the ability to quickly browse the Web, access business or personal e-mail, share pictures, listen to commercial-free radio and more at broadband speeds. Samsung Instinct also provides access to Sprint services and multimedia content, including Sprint Navigation, Sprint TV, Sprint Music Store and Pocket Express.

The sleek and stylish device offers three dedicated keys on the lower portion of the device to make operation of the device very straightforward and easy to navigate - phone, back and home. The phone key always takes the user back to essential voice calling features including speed dial, visual voicemail, contacts and the dial pad.

The home key on the Samsung Instinct provides quick access to the four menus of functionality included in this user interface, which consists of Favorites, Main, Fun and Web. The Samsung Instinct boasts many advanced features including Visual Voicemail, allowing users to listen to messages in their order of preference.

The device also provides support for corporate and consumer (POP3) e-mail, multitasking capabilities that allow the user to play music in the background mode while surfing the Internet, texting or playing games, a 2-megapixel camera and expandable microSD memory of up to 8GB. Additional features include Bluetooth 2.0, integrated world clock, SMS voice and text messaging with threaded text, Phone as a modem, picture caller ID and Sprint Mobile Sync.

Samsung Instinct comes with everything the user needs to enjoy the device's full capabilities right out of the box. Contents include a 2GB microSD card that holds approximately 2000 songs, two standard batteries offer up to 5.75 hours of talk time each, battery charging sleeve, travel charger, USB cable, 3.5mm headphones with built-in microphone and leather case with stylus.

Measuring 2.17 by 4.57 by 0.49 inches and weighing approximately 4.5 ounces, the Samsung Instinct will be available in June 2008. Pricing for the phone has not yet been determined.

source : http://www.infosyncworld.com/

Nokia 7900 Prism Phone

If you want to see innovation become a reality, then you only have to look at the Nokia 7900 Prism phone. This is a true example of out of the box thinking. Although I’ll admit that it is not the most feature-packed phone in the market, it does however, bring out a number of innovations that users will truly admire.

The 7900’s main selling point is its 16M color OLED display, which is a first for Nokia.

If there is a word that will be used to describe the 7900, it will be the word beautiful. The Prism’s design is bound to put the phone on the spotlight. his beautiful handset is a style & fashion focused 3G phone which will gain attention on looks as well as its usable built in features.

The phone is sleek and elegant with its stylish diamond patterns cut into the aluminum casing & the attractive diamond cut keypad. The overall size of the handset is good which makes the 7900 Prism easy to carry & use at all times. The casing is 112mm high by 45mm wide by 11mm deep which provides the user with a slim mobile handset.

The 7900 Prism weighs a total of 101 grams, a very good weight for phone at this size. This style focus phone comes with an amazing light effect feature which allows the user to customize their phone with forty nine different colours.

The light effects can be seen when the handset is either turned off, turned on or when the Nokia 7900 Prism is simply in idle mode. The screen provides a high quality viewing display for the user to enjoy highly effective living wallpapers & screensavers on their stylish phone. The screen provides up to sixteen million colours on an organic LED screen which has a screen resolution of 240 x 320 pixels on a two Inch display. The 7900 Prism is for the same Nokia range as the Nokia 7500 Prism & both phones are fashion focused mobile handsets which are beautifully designed.

As they say, beauty is only skin deep. But that is not the case for this 3G phone. The Prism’s beauty goes way beyond its elegant exterior. The phone is a quad band phone which allows the user to enjoy worldwide roaming which is fully dependent on the network operator. The phone covers GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 & WCDMA networks.

The 3G capabilities provide the user with high speed Internet browsing & the phone comes with a XHTML/HTML multi browser. The 7900 Prism comes with 1 Gbyte of internal memory which allows the user to store all their contacts details, pictures, video & music with ease. The user can enjoy fast data downloads & transfers as the Nokia 7900 Prism is a 3G phone complete with EDGE technology for a high speed experience.

The phone supports Bluetooth connectivity which allows the user to transfer files & download data using a wireless connection between any two Bluetooth compatible devices. The user can synchronize information or contacts details using a PC application by either using a wireless Bluetooth connection or a USB cabled connection between devices.

The 3G phone comes with a battery which will provide approximately 300 hours of standby time or 3 hours of talk time from a fully charged battery.

source : http://www.camera-core.co.uk/

Nokia N80: Catch The Rainbow

The Nokia N80 is one of the first mobile phones that broke the 3 megapixel barrier for digital camera phones. Though, now there are such solutions from other mobile phone manufacturers like Sony Ericsson and Samsung as well, the Nokia N80 among them is a smartphones with S60 platform base and Symbian operating system. The Nokia N80 is not exactly lightweight at 134 grams, but fares well in comparison to other smartphones offering same level of functionality.

The Nokia N80 features a smooth sliding action with auto finish mechanism. The handset's sliding upper half is silver and the lower fixed half is black – a colour combination that works every time when you are trying to create a sleek yet professional looks.

Being marketed as a business solution, this sober outlook is apt for potential Nokia N80 users. The handset's front fascia is dominated by its large, 262k coloured TFT screen. Opening the handset reveals the spaced out, tactile keypad.

Primary camera module of this dual camera phone is 3.0 megapixel with Carl Zeiss Optics. The Nokia N80 can boast of almost all imaging aids present in the field of mobile digital photography. Staring from digital zoom, flash, autofocus, timer – the integrated camera has everything needed to come up with brilliant pictures – every time. Additionally, there is a secondary VGA resolution camera placed right above the handset's display. This module records videos and send them in smaller packets across 3G network while you are on video call.

Apart from UMTS (3G) networks, the Nokia N80 supports all four of the GSM mobile network. Thereby, the handset makes sure that no matter which corner of the globe you might hop into, you will always remain connected. Apart from 3G, you can use its embedded GPRS and EDGE technology or use a WiFi hotspot to get connected with the Nokia N80. Local connectivity tools to connect and transfer information with external devices includes Bluetooth v1.2, Infrared and USB v2.0.

source : http://www.bestsyndication.com/

Windows Mobile 6.1

Windows Mobile 6.1, the latest upgrade to Microsoft's main operating system for handhelds, has a few important invisible patches and a bunch of minor interface tweaks. It leaves all of Windows Mobile 6's core strengths and weaknesses intact. On the positive side, Windows Mobile is still a flexible OS with unparalleled Windows and Exchange support, and the greatest number of handset choices by far. No matter which carrier, manufacturer, or form factor you choose, you'll find a Windows Mobile device to suit your taste.

No mobile OS integrates more tightly with Windows PCs, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Exchange. Syncing ability with Windows Mobile is built into every copy of Windows on the desktop, every copy of Windows Media Player, every Exchange server later than version 2003, and every WMA-format-compatible music store. That makes Windows Mobile an unusually easy solution for connecting your Microsoft universe.

On the negative side, Windows Mobile has a fussy interface with a lot of tiny, confusing elements, and it often feels slow. That hasn't changed with 6.1. And with Apple, BlackBerry, and Google's Android all moving in on Microsoft's turf with faster or more usable systems, Windows Mobile needs a much more extensive interface overhaul to keep its lead into the future.

We tested Windows Mobile 6.1 on a Samsung BlackJack II, one of the two launch devices for the new OS. The BlackJack II runs the Standard, or non-touch-screen version of Windows Mobile. It has slightly different features than the Professional, or touch-screen version, which we weren't able to test--and which will launch on the AT&T Tilt.

source : http://www.pcmag.com/

Levi’s Ultra Limited Edition Mobile Phone paints the fashion world Red

The Levi’s ultra limited edition Red tab mobile phone is here to create ripples in the fashion world. The phone draws its attention with the bright red tab that’s present on its top.

With a brand name of Levi’s, the phone is wrapped up with a neat 2 Megapixel camera, MP3 player and Bluetooth. The fashion conscious Levi’s ultra limited edition Red tab phone also comes with a premium presentation box and a stereo handsfree kit with a metal chain and can also be personalized with the name being engraved on the accessory (the name has to be within 13 characters).

There are only 100 of the Levi’s Red tab phones available over the internet through the cool Parisian retailer Colette. Even the Levi’s website is hush hush about this phone and there is no mention of this phone on the Levi’s site.

As the name suggests, the phone being a limited edition, has the ability of burn your pockets with a humongous cost of 549 Euros.

source : http://www.mobiletor.com/

3G Sony Ericsson Z750a Finally at AT&T

Rumored to be released by North America's largest mobile carrier since last year, Sony Ericsson Z750a will finally be available to AT&T's subscribers, starting from April, for $49.99, with a $100
mail-in-rebate and new 2-year contract. Z750a is the first 3G enabled mobile phone from Sony Ericsson to reach the US, and it's exclusively launched in the country by the double T company, so users who have contracts with other carriers and want the phone will have to stop wanting it or make a new deal with AT&T.

Being the American version of Z750, Sony Ericsson Z750a packs about the same features. The handset comes in a clamshell form factor and looks pretty stylish, measuring – when closed – 3.8 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches (97 x 48 x 20 millimeters) and weighing 3.9 ounces (110.5 grams). The new Z750a offers quad-band GSM connectivity (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) as well as tri-band HSDPA connectivity, allowing users to enjoy high data transfer speeds.

Other notable features of Z750a include a hidden external OLED screen, a 2.2 inch TFT internal display with 240 x 320 pixels and 256K colors support, Media Player, AT&T CV video service, AT&T's Music ID music recognition application, AT&T Mobile Email, Full HTML browser, stereo Bluetooth with A2DP, USB 2.0, 3D gaming capabilities, a 2 Megapixel camera and microSD card support for up to 8GB.

"Representing one of our most distinctive and colorful 3G clamshells, the Z750a will appeal to those who want to do more with their phone — share music, high-quality pictures, browse the Internet — and project a sophisticated image all their own. We are delighted that AT&T will offer this device in the U.S. along with the hugely successful W580 Walkman Phone," said Karen Morris, vice president of marketing for Sony Ericsson North America.

source : http://news.softpedia.com/

Nokia N96 will be possibly getting xenon flash: True or False

According to Phones Review who got there information from another source they are saying that the super smartphone Nokia N96 will possibly getting xenon flash, maybe this is true but then again maybe it is false, we will have to wait and see.

Obviously this is not official but we are going on what we have heard, a Nokia Rep apparently has said “the delays are due to them adding (at the last minute) a Xenon flash, ala N82! Finally, an all in one phone with almost nothing (bar BlackBerry) missing, from what I can tell of the marketing stuff he left for the N82, Xenon flashes seem to be Nokia’s next big push from now on, which is fine by me.”

So when you think about it that the Nokia N82 has it, you must wonder that surely the Nokia N96 should have xenon flash.

source : http://www.product-reviews.net/

Nokia 5310 XpressMusic

Consumers today want everything. They want everything, all the features they like, into one device. Well, if you love music, the Nokia has got the piece for you. The Nokia 5310 combines the best of both worlds - a portable music player with a wireless communications device.

The 5310 is a smooth and sleek phone. Every time you see it, you get to imagine a cool new sports car that you want to show off to all of your friends. With its 9.9mm thickness, the 5310 is perfect for listening to your favorite tunes while jogging around the block or commuting to work or school via a bus, taxi, or subway train.

Other features you will notice is its build quality. The Nokia 5310 is solidly built. While sleek, the aluminum sides and color arrangement causes the phone to appear elegant, yet modest. Nokia’s placing of the 3.5 mm headphone jack at the mobile phone’s top, was an outstanding design choice. This conveniently prevents the cables from becoming knotted up. Also, the music control keys rise up perfectly off the phone’s surface, making them easy to locate when the phone is concealed in a purse or pants pocket.

The Nokia 5310 features a 240 X 302 pixels display, with 16 million colors. With this, users will definitely enjoy text messaging, pictures messaging and pictures that are displayed crisply and brilliantly.

Of course, as this is a music phone, the 5310 sounds as good as it looks. It has an audio messaging feature that allows users to record personal voice message and then transmit it to compatible gadgets. However, the main audio feature of this model is the Music Player that accommodates your favorite formats, including MP3, Midi, ACC, eAAC and WMA. Boasting of 18 hours of playback time, the Nokia 5310 can provide you with listening pleasure for a long time.

And, if you prefer a more spontaneous music selection, you can use the Nokia 5310’s FM radio. Lastly, if ringtones are your forte, this phone will be sweet music to your ears, providing True Tones and MP3 file formats.

The Nokia 5310 does not merely look and sound good. It compensates for its tiny 103 mm x 44 mm size, with several fantastic features. The tri-band EGSM 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz networks let you be truly global in a globalized world. Meanwhile, Bluetooth 2.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity will give you some options when downloading your beloved songs and ringtones.

The pictures that the phone’s 2 mega pixel camera with 4x digital zoom produces are inferior to those of digital cameras. Nonetheless, remember that it is impractical to haul a digital camera with you everywhere. On the other hand, the Nokia 5310 mobile phone epitomizes convenience, allowing you to catch any shot, and at any time.

Nokia’s Xpress Music mobile phone series seems to have it all, combining an excellent blend of quality form and functions. The Nokia 5310 mobile phone continues this tradition. Combining a sleek appearance and packed with wonderful features, it certainly provides its user with much value.

source : http://www.camera-core.co.uk/

Motorola DH02– A Mobile Phone or a Compact TV?

Motorola is all set to proudly unveil its Motorola DH02. However, this phone with its widescreen and mobile TV features, looks more or less similar to a compact Television screen!

The Motorola DH02 mobile phone will soon flash off its 4.3-inch display screen with a 480×272 resolution pictures and supports up to twenty-five frames per second. This Mobile TV phone has a five minute frame buffering capability and also allows the convenience of live pause and time shifting of TV channels.

The sleek touchscreen phone boasts a GPS system which provides voice assistance in navigating through various roads and locations and provides real-time traffic updates, and speed alerts as well.

The Mobile TV phone provides ease of use by providing easy drag and drop of icons on screen and its slim body accept micro SD card for that extra storage space in a smaller form.

The price or the launch date of the Motorola DH02 is not yet available, but it definitely attracts a lot of attention and adulation already.

source : http://www.mobiletor.com/

In-flight cell phone use may soon be available

Travellers who want to make a phone call, while flying the skies of Europe will soon be able to use their mobile on commercial flights across the continent.

Ofcom, the UK regulator has finally given its approval for the use of mobile phones on aircraft registered in the UK, while flying in European airspace.

There are other problems that will need to be resolved before a totally universal system is in place. The Civil Aviation Authority, CAA, has stated that aircraft would need to have operating procedures in place to ensure that their planes systems would not be disrupted.

The current intention is to install tiny base stations, known as pico cells on aircraft, which can be switched on after takeoff, to create a cell phone coverage area within the plane. This will give passengers access to phone calls, text, and the internet.

Back in 2003 the CAA stated that mobile phone signals caused serious interruption to navigation equipment on commercial aircraft. This caused navigation equipment to give out false information, it is not yet certain that pico systems may not have the same effect.

source : http://www.techwatch.co.uk/