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Unless you are working in a high security government facility or some top secret underground lab in Area 51 (It could exist!) that does not allow you to carry a camera phone, you are most likely to carry the original version of the BlackBerry 8350i rather than the latest version that comes without the camera. While the camera comes off, not much else changes with the 8350i; in fact nothing else at all. Even the price tag is the same with you having to shell out $149.99 on a contract (after rebate)— the exact same amount that you pay for the 8350i with camera! However, this is still good news and the day we’ll start working at NASA, we will appreciate it, too. Right? [via EngadgetMobile]

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Would you love to pocket a mobile that meets military-spec standards for dust, shock, vibration, rain, humidity along with an ability to withstand extreme altitude and temperature variations? Even if you are not tough enough, Samsung SGH-A657 is the latest mobile that AT&T is bringing out that will sure as hell allow you to look all macho with its ultra-rugged looks and toughness. Under the fitted looks though is a highly capable mobile that comes loaded with 3G/HSDPA network support, GPS navigation, Bluetooth, and a microSD card slot.

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It may not be the clamshell you’ve been looking for, or the modern device that will get the ladies blush, but Samsung SGH-A657 sure knows a bit about being a tough gadget. Perfect for the adventurer, don’t you think? [via iTechNews]

Sony Ericsson S312, Fun-filled Candy-bar

Posted by Alex Ion

April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Coming into the market along with the W205, Sony Ericsson S312 is another entry-level mobile targeted at an audience much different from the music-addicted and slider-loving folks. The S312 is aimed more at the shutter bugs who find their delights in snaps and videos and dedicate large parts of their mobile time to visual delights. The cute candy-bar phone looks sturdy, comes equipped with a 2-inch 176×220 LCD display, a 2 Megapixel camera with 2.5x digital zoom and video recording capability.

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With an integrated FM radio with RDS and Bluetooth A2DP, expect the S312 to hit the market in the Q2 of this year. Coming out in the two variations of Dawn Blue and Honey Silver, the phone supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE/900/1800 networks and is a nice choice for those looking to take home a mobile with very basic functions and a few add-ons in the video department. [via SE]

Dubbed the Snap, this phone is well and truly ‘snappy’. Perfect for the cosmopolitan user who needs to prioritize, stay in touch and always stay connected, HTC Snap is coming with a complete QWERTY keypad, runs on Windows Mobile 6.1, and sports a pretty cool 2.4-inch LED-backlight display.

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Powered by a Qualcomm MSM 7225 528 MHz processor, despite its apparent serious look the bar-type mobile is loaded with plenty of features, like a 2 megapixel camera, WiFi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth with EDR and A2DP, integrated GPS, and a microSD card slot.

However, the unique attraction of the Snap will be its trackball with an Enter button and the uber-cool Inner Circle function that allows users to easily prioritize messages on the basis of importance at the press of a single button. The mobile supports 900/2100 MHz HSDPA/WCDMA and quad-band GSM with a separate HSDPA at 850/1900MHz version designed specifically for the US market…

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Already sold on the design, we’d love to text from one of these. Seriously! [via iTechNews]

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Once again, Motorola strikes with a stylish and trendy phone that seems to bring all that aesthetic delight that normally is found with phones they launch. With a 2.8-inch 240 × 400 LCD touchscreen display along with a 2 megapixel camera and Bluetooth, the all new Motorola Evoke QA4 also sports support for sGPS and aGPS, 256MB internal memory, a microSD card slot and ability to record H.263 MPEG4 videos.

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Just as the name say, the Evoke QA4 surely evokes some interest among those who are looking to bring home a mobile that will have all the basic features along with a smooth touchscreen interface and a wonderful form. And did we say there’s a 2 megapixel camera that does 5x zoom?

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You will have to still wait a bit though before you know the release date and price of his beauty. We’re sold on the design. [via motorola]

It is pretty safe to assume that the latest mobile from LG seems to be targeting largely girls in their teens or probably all women in general with its really cut and chic design and coloring that seems a tad too mush. Appropriately dubbed as the SV800 Lollipop, the new clamshell cell phone opens up sporting a 2.8-inch LCD display, is loaded with a 3 megapixel main camera and a 1.3 megapixel secondary camera for video call.

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But the LG Lollipop also blings it up with a flashing set of 220 LED lights on its front panel to show 22 different emoticons and a microSD card slot for more space. A 3G enabled mobile phone that seems like a very attractive option for those looking for a fashionable style along with good features, the Lollipop is priced at just above $360.

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This is kind of an expensive way to get a sweet tooth! [via iTechNews]

Verizon Samsung U490, Will Slide Out Soon

Posted by Alex Ion

March 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment

You like Verizon’s services and their prices, but you’d like to own a slider? Then maybe you can hold on just a while until the release of the new Samsung U490. Similar with LG Vu and featuring the most basic stuff that you are looking in a mobile, it features a colored LCD display, a 1.3 Megapixel camera, 1GB of internal memory, a microSDHC card slot and the attractive touch-sensitive control pad. Other than these there’s a 3.5mm headset jack and a large speaker.

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Lacking EVDO support, although the U490 packs a hidden numeric keypad that slides out, it looks rather generic. So what is so special about this mobile? Maybe the Mobile Web 2.0 browser? Expected to be unveiled at CTIA later this month, Samsung U490 proves tobe a fancy high-end phone with great gadgetry. [via PhoneArena]

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Verizon Launches Nokia 7205 Intrigue

Posted by Alex Ion

March 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment

In what is great news for Verizon users who are looking for a new deal and those who are willing to sign on a two-year contract with the network, they have just launched the new Nokia 7205 Intrigue clamshell phone. Although we’re not really fond of the price, for those keen to sign on the dotted line you can pocket the 7205 at $130.

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But why would you do it? Working on CDMA 1X/EV–DO, Rev. A networks, Nokia 7205 sports a 2.2-inch QVGA 240×320 main display, a 1.9-inch PMOLED external display, a 2 Megapixel camera with flash, Bluetooth and dedicated music keys for those who are hung up on tunes. And there’s also a microSD card slot and a 2.5mm headset jack.

With an option that allows it to support Verizon’s V CAST Videos, V CAST Music, and VZ Navigator GPS services, the Intrigue is a wonderful option for all those who wish to move around in sizzling style. No? [via verizonwireless]

Giving a pleasant new and stylish look to the more dull and monotonous world of 3G Routers, Ericsson has come out two new models. The W30 Data Router and the W35 Data and Voice Router. The very best in their categories with an ability to tap into HSPA / UMTS / GSM data and send it out over Wi-Fi and Ethernet, they also have the ability to share an USB printer.

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The W35 quite obviously goes a step further with its voice and fax capabilities, making it probably the best 3G router around in terms of both form and function. So when will we get our hands on these? Not anytime soon, as apparently Ericsson hasn’t disclosed any prices or a release date.

Let’s just hope it’s soon enough for the sake of tech geeks in us!

iPhone enthusiasts and even iPod touch fanatics have plenty to play around with the new iPhone 3.0 OS  that has just been unleashed. Packing a multitude of new features that should keep those who sport the fancy gadget really busy, the most welcome addition is obviously the ‘cut, copy and paste’ option for text that offers plenty of flexibility for your mobile phone.

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Another useful option is the Peer to Peer sharing tool that allows you to message and share data from one iPhone to another one via Bluetooth. But there are also loads of other features that allow you to copy and paste photos, spotlight search results, new push feature that tells you when you have been messaged IMs, a voice memo application that allows you record and send audio clips, anti-phishing options and automatic login into email accounts.

The update is free for all iPhone users, while those with an iPod will have to pay $9.95. Get yourself an update to experience the change first hand. It’s amazing. [via Gizmodo]


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