Another Palm is on the horizon and shall see an European release pretty soon. The Palm Treo 750v aka Palm Lennon is now on the Vodafone website for pre-order. This one doesn’t have the trademark stubby antenna (thank god for small mercies) and will work on the Vodafone 3G network. Expect all the functionality of a Palm like Word, Excel™ and PowerPoint™ Mobile applications, spell check, ability to save files from the web, Copy and paste function, Touch Screen and a Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition O.S.
Thursday, September 14, 2006
Palm Treo 750v
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Nokia N91
OhGizmo! reviews the Nokia N91 and writes about the smartphone's camera: "Another good feature, is the 2MP camera. Even though it does not have a flash, like the N70, it takes good quality pictures, provided there is enough light. The video function is also good, capturing decent quality video at around 15fps. What’s great about having a 4GB hard drive is that there is virtually no limit to the length of the videos you take. It compresses to MPEG4 on the fly, so you can fit hours into the drive, provided of course that you have enough space left.
3 G Phone HTC MTeoR
3G reviews the HTC MTeoR and writes, "In terms of features probably the most important point to note is that there is no front facing camera, so you can’t make video calls. ... The back facing camera doesn’t exactly set our world alight, either. With a maximum stills image resolution of 1280 x 1024 it is definitely in the mid league, and with no flash unit or self portrait mirror its potential is rather limited. Now, if you are not a big fan of taking photos with your handset, then what it produces will probably be fine, but if you want to take even semi-serious shots, you should be looking at a different handset.
LG-LF1200.
LG Electronics announces the LG-LF1300 in Korea. It is the follow-up model to the apparently very successful LG-LF1200.
The stylish slider is 16.9mm thin and features, 2.0 inch QVGA screen, Bluetooth, USB, 1.3MP camera MP3 player and SD-Card slot.
The LG LG-LF1300 will be available through CYON in Korea.
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The Samsung SCH-A990 CDMA EVDO phone, destined for Verizon Wireless, sports a 3.2 megapixel camera. Other features include:
* twisting display
* Bluetooth
* microSD memory card slot
* color external display
* internal antenna
Via PhoneScoop.
Samsung SCH-A990 Reviews
Infosync reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 and writes, "The A990 snaps some of the best photos we've seen from a cameraphone. Pictures looked vivid and detailed, with plenty of shadow detail and good color reproduction. The auto-focus took a couple of seconds to zero in on our subjects, but the razor-sharp results were worth the wait. That said, video captures looked murkey and choppy, and the camera application slowed to a crawl while storing large images files."
CNET reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 and writes, "it's the first phone in the United States to boast a 3.2-megapixel camera, trumping the recently lauded Nokia N80. It has an autofocus feature, zoom, and plenty of imaging options. You can choose from five picture modes (auto, portrait, landscape, micro, and night), three quality settings (economy, normal, and fine), and five resolutions (2,048x1,536, 1,600x1,200, 1,280x960, 1,024x768, and 800x600). You can adjust the brightness, white balance, color effects, and ISO settings. There's also a multishot mode and a self-timer, and you can change or turn off the shutter sound. Many of these options are also available to you in camcorder mode, although you get a choice of only two resolutions (320x240 and 176x144). You can capture up to an hour's worth of video with sound."
ABC News reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 where they write - 'The A990 is a groundbreaker, especially on Verizon, which until now didn't have any decent 2MP camera phones. On other carriers, it's best compared with the Nokia N80 for Cingular and T-Mobile. Although the N80's 3MP camera isn't quite as good as that of the A990, the N80 is superior in the many ways it lets you manipulate, edit, and transfer your pictures, something the A990 is sorely lacking. The Samsung SCH-A990 is another step forward for camera phones. This is one of the first camera phones you can feel comfortable about when it comes to capturing treasured moments (as long as you press the shutter three seconds in advance.) But its shortcomings also highlight what high-megapixel camera phones need to do to succeed: They need to conquer shutter delay, raise quality in low-light conditions, and provide better ways for shutterbugs to get their photos off their phones.'
Mobiledia reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 and writes, "Taking videos and photos is one thing, but viewing and printing them is another. Fortunately the A990 includes a TV Out Port, allowing users to view their hard work on television monitors. Also including PictBridge software, transferring photos from the A990 to a printer without a PC or image-editing software is a breeze. As industry standards, PictBridge-compatible devices are made by many different companies, so finding a printer to offload photos shouldn't be a problem. Compared to other handhelds on the market, the A990's 3.2-megapixel camera is as good as it gets, providing dazzling image quality with a bundle of advanced functions and filters. The usability is outstanding as well, offering a more natural horizontal layout conventional digital cameras adopt."
TopTechNews reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 and writes, "a 3.2-megapixel camera sensor with auto focus and flash. Image resolution can be set to any of seven steps -- ranging from 2,048 x 1,536 pixels all the way down to 320 x 240 pixels -- while image orientation can be set to portrait, landscape, or micro mode. ... For camera-phone aficionados with deep pockets, the SCH-A990 appears destined to quickly become the gadget of choice."
Friday, August 04, 2006
Motorola i580 iDEN
MobileMag reviews the Motorola i580 iDEN and writes, "Strangely though, this phone does come with a fair bit of multimedia functionality. The integrated 1.3 megapixel camera takes some pretty decent shots, all things considered, especially if you make use of the LED floodlight (which "pulses" when you take a picture). The camera comes with 4x digital zoom, picture size ranging from 176 x 220 (wallpaper) to 1280 x 1024 (max), self timer, and the ability to record videos (128 x 96 or 176 x 144) of up to 30 seconds in length
Motorola Q
Ubergizmo has a review up of the Motorola Q and writes about the smartphone's camera: "Not surprisingly, there’s a 1.3 Megapixel camera (with LED flash) in the back of the device. The still pictures are equivalent to a cheap entry-level camera, in good lighting conditions. The camera also captures 176x144 pixels video, which is smaller than anticipated. 320x200 would have the norm. The low-resolution makes the videos unimpressive.
Palm Treo 650
TechWorld has a review of the Palm Treo 650 and writes, "The basic platform is a 312MHz Intel PXA270 processor, running PalmOS 5.4, with a pretty lightweight 21 MB of usable memory. Reputedly, PalmOS uses memory efficiently but if it bothers you more can be added using the SD card slot, and these are now cheap enough for it to be of no consequence. The memory has been upgraded on the more recent models. ... It also has a built-in camera, a doffing of the cap to consumers.
Sony Ericsson K610i
3G reviews the Sony Ericsson K610i and writes, "Compared to the photos delivered by its fellow two-megapixel camera phones like the K750i, W810i and W900i, the K610i suffers a little in quality. Picture resolution is 1600x1200 pixels, compared with the 1632x1224 of its aforementioned compadres, and tricks like autofocus and macro are missing. It does have a 2.5 digital zoom. Having made a video call to the LG U400, we were quite impressed with the quality. The audio also sounded loud over the built-in speakers and in a quiet environment, you won’t need to use headphones to hear the conversation.
Samsung SGH-E870
CNET Asia reviews the Samsung SGH-E870 and writes, "Images captured using the E870 turned out reasonably sharp but not as impressive as its E770 sibling. Music playback quality was relatively crisp and loud even in video mode, but the speakerphone volume was limited and slightly muffled. ... Overall, the E870's biggest selling point is really its elegance and minimalistic styling which make it a refreshing choice among the flashy phones in the market.
Samsung SGH-X820
The Samsung SGH-X820 is an ultra slimphone that Samsung is billing as the "world's thinnest". It measures 6.9mm, or 0.27-inches thick, and sports a 2.0 megapixel camera.
Other features include:
* MP3 playback
* Bluetooth connectivity
* TV out
Via EngadgetMobile.
Samsung SGH-X820 Reviews
PCMag reviews the Samsung SGH-X820 and writes, "Outdoor shots taken with the X820's flashless 2MP camera are a touch dim, but very well balanced and sharp. The images, unlike those from a lot of other camera phones, don't wash out in the foreground when there's a bright background. The camcorder mode captures clear 15-frames-per-second videos at 352-by-288. But like other high-end Samsung phones, it struggles with blur indoors."
Samsung SGH-P300, 1.3 megapixel camera
Trusted Reviews reviews the Samsung SGH-P300 and writes, "There’s a 1.3-megapixel camera built-in to the P300, which is again a little disappointing compared to the 2-megapixel camera seen in the D600. The results from the camera were variable, and definitely no match for my D600, even though that phone is almost a year old now. The P300 is also only Tri-band compared to the D600 which supports quad-band GSM. ... There’s no denying that the Samsung SGH-P300 is slim and stylish in a retro pocket calculator way, but what you’ve really got here is an old Samsung D500 in a party dress. The handset is also a bit too wide to sit comfortably in your hand, while pressing it to your ear when making a call is also a little awkward. But it’s the keypad layout that really ruins this handset, making simple things like dialling a number more difficult than it should be
Samsung SGH-E900 tri-band GSM
The Samsung SGH-E900 is a tri-band GSM (900 / 1800 / 1900MHz) phone that features a 2.0 megapixel camera. Other features include: * EDGE * GPRS * 2.0†240x320 262K Color TFT display * 80MB memory * microSD expansion slot * music player * MP3 / AAC / ACC+ / AAC+(e) / WM support * Bluetooth Via MobileWhack. Samsung SGH-E900 Reviews CNET Asia has a review of the Samsung SGH-E900 and writes about the phone's camera: "Unfortunately, the E900 isn't completely perfect and we found some of the features lackluster. The 2-megapixel camera takes a while to load and when you do take a picture there is a significant amount of shutter lag, so the pictures come out blurry if you move your hand. Also the flash doesn't work properly and makes things look blue rather than bright."
Pocket-Lint reviews the Samsung E900 and writes - 'As the successor to the D600 the E900 ticks all the boxes, the interface although retro in its design is easy to use and will be second nature to other Samsung users, who liked the idea of the chocolate phone however weren't too sure of the interface.As for a style icon, like the Chocolate phone, the SGH-E900 does a good job, the touch sensitive screens passed the wow factor down the pub, while the large screen meant seeing anything you're doing also got the thumbs up. However where the Samsung E900 wins out is its feature set: 2 megapixels compared to 1.3, in-built loud speaker and like the D600 a TV out connection to share photos and video with others.'
TechDigest reviews the Samsung E900 and writes, "The camera is 1.3 megapixels, and pictures are bright regardless of the lighting, even when you don't use the LED flash. The other key feature, the MP3 player, benefits from the addition of a MicroSD slot - the one area in which the E900 triumphs against the LG Chocolate. Separate touch buttons appear when the MP3 player is activated. minimising"
Sony Ericsson K510
Sony Ericsson K510: "Sony Ericsson K510The Sony Ericsson K510 is a budget-end cellphone featuring:
* 1.3 megapixel camera
* 262K colour TFT display
* Bluetooth
Sony Ericsson K510 Reviews
MobileBurn had a chance to take a hands-on look at the Sony Ericsson K510, and notes, 'The K510 I had the chance to use seemed solidly built, and I was pleased overall with the keypad and joystick performance. Nothing too fancy, but it gets the job done without getting in the way of itself. The K510 might not be very sexy, but it is functional. There is nothing wrong with being functional.'
From the news release:
K510 is a compact and modern design 1.3 Megapixel camera phone. This elegant camera phone with versatile connectivity, push email and fun imaging effects is perfect for the ‘capture and share’ lifestyle. The smallest, most affordable 1.3 Megapixel phone from Sony Ericsson yet, it delivers high quality pictures; the camera includes a shutter button, 4x digital zoom and optional true camera flash – the MXE-60. With 262K colours TFT display, it is easy to sort high quality pictures through thumbnails of stored pictures by date. Before sharing, pictures can be made more captivating with simple effects such as face warp, sepia colourising and panorama views. A productive partner for the mobile office, the K510 has an external antenna connector, Bluetooth™ support, USB Cable in the box, and supports industry-standard push email, excellent talk and standby times. New PC synchronisation software keeps the user right up to date with the full suite of Outlook applications, including Calendar, Contacts, Notes and Tasks.
Available in Midnight Black or Polished Purple with optional Bluetoothâ„¢ headset in matching colours, this stick design handset speaks quality. Style-Upâ„¢ covers are also available.
The Sony Ericsson K510 is a Triple Band GPRS handset and starts shipping globally during Q2 2006.Variations are:
* K510i - Triple Ba"
Friday, July 28, 2006
Acer n35 GPS Handheld PDA
The perfect guide, a classy companion, and a valuable friend, the Acer n35 GPS Handheld PDA has something for everyone. With an integrated GPS receiver that virtually disappears when folded up, in addition to built-in multimedia and PIM capabilities, the Acer n35 is like a chauffeur: elegant, helpful and discreet. And better yet - everything fits in your pocket!’
-With an embedded 12-channel GPS receiver, you will never lose your way again!
- Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PC Premium Edition lets you keep it all together, everywhere where you roam
- Just flip out the antenna and slot in the map on the SD card for total ease of use!
- Long -lasting battery power supplies the endurance for unfettered navigation’
Read more about the Acer N35 at the official website
Trusted Reviews has a review of the Acer n35 GPS PDA and writes - ‘For the price the Acer promises much, offering a PDA with an integrated GPS receiver and UK maps for less than £250. However, the experience as a whole doesn’t come up to scratch on the navigation side or the PDA side of things, so it could well be false economy. Personally I’d still stick to dedicated units for each task but if you’re set on an all-in-one GPS PDA, the Mio 168 is a better optionpda breaking news blog
pda breaking news blog: "Hp Rz1715
Brighthand Reviews the HP iPAQ rz1715 and writes - ‘The rz1715 has gotten a bad reputation in the handheld industry for being unattractive, slow, and lacking sufficiant storage capacity.
aving used this handheld, I have to disagree with the people who are giving it a bad rap. It is quite fast enough for its target market, and the addition of an inexpensive SD card bumps its storage capacity up considerably. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but this device, at the very least, is dull looking rather than ugly.
First-time handheld buyers should really consider the rz1715 for its decent feature set at a good price.’
PC Mag reviews the HP iPAQ rz1715 and writes - ‘HP’s latest low-end handheld offers too little for your money. Pros: Thin and light. Cons: Very little memory. Poor battery life. Overpriced."
Sony Ericsson W810i
MobileTechReview has a review of the Sony Ericsson W810i and has this to say about the phone's camera: " the 2.0 megapixel built-in camera is one of the best we’ve seen on a phone currently sold on the US market with a sharp lens and software that give you very high quality photos. ... The built-in camera has a relatively large lens (AF 4.8mm 1:2.8) with two bright flash bulbs above and an orange colored self-portrait mirror below. You can launch the camera by either going into Menu/Camera or by holding down on the camera shutter button. The camera uses the W810i screen as the viewfinder and has two soft keys for viewing photos/videos and changing settings. The settings are easy to follow and you can personalize the settings in all features the camera has to offer. ... Still images taken with the W810i are some of the best we’ve seen among camera phone photos with balanced colors and light in both outdoor and indoor shots. The colors are fairly accurate and have good saturation even in direct sunlight that will overwhelm most US camera phones. In low light settings the bright flashlights improve the picture quality noticeably with much less grain and noise. If you are buying the phone for the music features, you will be pleasantly surprised by how good the camera is."
Camera phones : ASUS V80
ASUS V80 Phone Features
- Systems: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; GPRS Class 10
- Dimensions: 101mm x 44mm x 16 mm
- Battery: 750 mAh Li-ion
- Talk time: 2.5 to 5 hours
- Colors available: Black , white and reddish gold
- Display: 2.0" 260l color TFT LCD in 176 x 220 resolution
- Phone book: 1000 numbers and 9 quick dials
- Messages: SMS, EMS, MMS, E-mail
- Cameras: 2M-pixel with auto focus, flash and 10cm close-ups
- Multimedia: MP3 , MPEG4 video record, FM radio, speaker amplifier and song lyrics
- Ring tones: 64-chord polyphonic and MP3
- Voice recording: Call records
- Memory: 55MB built-in memory and miniSD support
- JAVA: J2ME(CLDC+MIDP2.0), 2 built-in JAVA games
- Connections: Bluetooth 1.2 (OPP, BPP, A2DP, AVRCP profile) / USB 1.2/ Bluetooth stereo headphone, data transfers and printing
- WAP: WAP 1.2.1 AND WAP 2.0
Samsung SCH-A990
ABC News reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 where they write - 'The A990 is a groundbreaker, especially on Verizon, which until now didn't have any decent 2MP camera phones. On other carriers, it's best compared with the Nokia N80 for Cingular and T-Mobile. Although the N80's 3MP camera isn't quite as good as that of the A990, the N80 is superior in the many ways it lets you manipulate, edit, and transfer your pictures, something the A990 is sorely lacking. The Samsung SCH-A990 is another step forward for camera phones. This is one of the first camera phones you can feel comfortable about when it comes to capturing treasured moments (as long as you press the shutter three seconds in advance.) But its shortcomings also highlight what high-megapixel camera phones need to do to succeed: They need to conquer shutter delay, raise quality in low-light conditions, and provide better ways for shutterbugs to get their photos off their phones.
Motorola RAZR XX
The Motorola RAZR XX is yet another new 2 megapixel camera phone from Motorola announced today.
Motorola RAZR XX News Release Extract:
The Motorola RAZR XX delivers high-speed networking and premium multimedia capabilities in the award-winning RAZR form. Adding premium metal finishes and colors, plus HSDPA and EDGE technology, users can watch live streaming video over broadband-like connections and conduct two-way video calls with 15 frames per second. A compact multimedia machine, the RAZR XX includes an integrated music player and Bluetooth wireless technology stereo music profiles for streaming music to compatible Bluetooth-enabled wireless stereo headphones.
Motorola RAZR XX Features
- WCDMA: 2100 GSM: 900/1800/1900 plus EDGE
- QVGA screen with 256k colors
- 1.3 megapixel camera for imaging plus VGA camera for video calls
- microSD card slot
- Stereo Bluetooth
- Size 102.9 × 53.0 × 14.9mm
Samsung SGH-i750
Samsung SGH-i750 Specifications
• GSM GPRS/EDGE (900/1800/1900MHz)
• Display: 65,536 Color TFT (240x320)
• Windows Media Player / MPEG4
• Streaming WMA, WMA, MP3, ASF, 3GP
• SMS / IM / E-mail -Bluetooth / WLAN / HTML Browser / IrDA
• Voice Recognition / T9 Predictive Text Input
• Multi Document Viewer / TV Out Presentation
• Landscape Switch-view'
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
Camera phone with AIM, ICQ, and Yahoo IM : Samsung SGH-ZX10
LaptopMag reviews the Samsung SGH-ZX10 and writes, "This clamshell takes good pictures (by camera phone standards), has an enormous phonebook, as well as a speakerphone and a ton of text and messaging options (AIM, ICQ, and Yahoo instant messaging along with POP3, SMTP, and IMAP4 e-mail support). The handset also supports picture caller ID on the internal display. The hardware is good, but the SGH-ZX10 really shines when it comes to multimedia content and delivery
2 megapixel camera phone with multimedia feature : O2 Atom XDA
CNET Australia reviews the O2 XDA Atom Exec and writes, "Multimedia features are also plentiful, and include an FM radio, a 2-megapixel camera (with self-portrait mirror and flash) and music/picture/video playback through the pre-installed O2 MediaPlus application. It's great having a single interface to categorise and access all multimedia files. ... However, as with the rw6828, we found that shots taken with the integrated camera were grainy, particularly in low-light conditions.
Camera phone with 20X digital zoom : Nokia N91
3G reviews the CNET reviews the Nokia N91 and writes about the phone's camera: "there is no flash, but there is a night mode. There's also a self-timer, a sequence mode for multiple shots, a 20X digital zoom, and settings for white balance and color tone. For videos, you have the choice of shooting in one of three resolutions (128x96, 176x144, and 352x288) and two possible lengths (maximum and short). Photo quality was average. Lines and edges were a little blurry, and colors didn't exactly pop, but they weren't bad for a camera phone. On the other hand, we had an enjoyable experience watching videos on the N91. Image quality was excellent, and we didn't see a lot of the pixelation often experienced with camera phone
1.3 megapixels camera phones : amsung E870
TechDigest has a review of the Samsung E870 and writes, "The Samsung E870 is big on looks. Which it needs to be, because it's fairly small on everything else. Strictly speaking, it probably falls into the catergory of 'lady phone', the type of which Samsung churn out at an alarming rate. ... The camera is 1.3 megapixels for still pictures and MP4 clips, and the pictures show up well on the bright and decent-sized screen on the phone. There's also an LCD flash you can use (I'm seeing dots in front of my eyes as we speak)."
Camera phones : LG Fusic
PhoneScoop has a review of the LG Fusic, and writes about the phone's camera: "The camera has very few menu options- just enough to take a decent picture in most situations. Unfortunately taking pictures in dark rooms is not quite so easy. The flash is very weak; it barely works beyond about 3 feet. There is no simple low light mode to alleviate this situation, but brightness and white balance can be manually adjusted to compensate with some fiddling in the menus. The Fusic actually offers a primitive manual white balance, which allows you to scroll through a rainbow of preset color tints to compensate for most lighting conditions. In decent light, pictures come out well without any need for going to the settings menu
1.3-megapixel camera : Motorla Q
Infosync reviews the Motorla Q and finds it a lethargic performer, although the phone's camera was surprisingly sharp: "The Q's 1.3-megapixel camera took surprisingly good pictures for a smartphone. Our snapshots looked impressively sharp and vivid, with little in the way of haze or video noise. The clips we shot with the built-in camcorder looked juttery and blocky, but that's pretty much par for the course with camera phones. Once again, however, we were annoyed by the Q's sluggish performance; after snapping a picture, we had to wait several seconds to see the still we just took, and clicking another option (such as “Send via Bluetoothâ€) made for a long slog."
2 megapixel cam phones : Sony Ericsson V630i
3G has a review of the Sony Ericsson V630i and writes about the phone's camera: "Compared to the photos delivered by its fellow two-megapixel camphones like the K750i, W810i and W900i, the V630i suffers a little in quality. Picture resolution is 1600x1200 pixels, compared with the 1632x1224 of its aforementioned compadres, and tricks like autofocus and macro are missing. Alongside identical photos taken by a W810i, those by the V630i look washed out and display a greenish tint. It won’t spoil your enjoyment too much but that little extra capability does make a difference. Also integrated with the camera is the eBlogger service, which lets you automatically send in and post your photos online to your blog.
3G Handset with VGA Camera phone : Nokia N71
Trusted Reviews has a review of the Nokia N71, and writes about the phone's camera: "This is a 3G handset and there is a VGA camera for video calls sitting at the top right of the screen. The front fascia houses the main 2-megapixel camera and fairly healthy flash. ... There is no way to start the camera running with the handset closed. You need to open the flip, go into the main applications menu and choose it from there. Nor can the front screen double as a viewfinder, so you can only shoot images with the flip open, though from there it is easy to switch to the secondary camera above the main screen to take shots of yourself.
1.3 megapixel camera : Phillips 588
The Philips 588 is a tri-band GSM phone featuring a 1.3 megapixel camera. Other features include: * music player * 900/1800/1900 Mhz support * display: 65k color TFT LCD * 103MB internal memory * GPRS * IrDA * WAP * USB
Philips unveiled its newest music phone in Taiwan which targets female users, the Philips 588. It is a tri-band GSM phone which supports 900/1800/1900Mhz network and boasts a 65K color TFT LCD screen, 1.3 megapixel CMOS camera and 103MB of internal memory. The internal memory is quite big and I guess it will be enough for music phone lovers with another extra 64 polyphonic ringtones. On the connectivity side, it has a high-speed GPRS technology, IrDA, WAP and USB connection for easy transfer. I like the stylish design very much but too bad it lacks of external LCD screen and memory expansion slot. Upon fully charged of Lithium-Ion battery, it could last up to 300 minutes of talk time and 300 hours of standby time. Philips 588 weights 78 grams with the size of 80 x 42 x 18.6 mm. No words on the pricing yet.
Camera phones : BenQ Siemens SXG75
Infosync reviews the BenQ Siemens SXG75, and isn't very impressed with the phone, including its camera: "Further on the note of mediocrity, the built-in 2 Megapixel camera shoots stills with a noticeable blue tint, and also suffers from poor contrast and slight overexposure. Catering to both of the latter is an RS-MMC expansion slot; not exactly state of the art."
Motorola Green RAZR
EngadgetMobile reports on what looks like the next color that Motorola will be offering the RAZR in: lime or perhaps pistachio green. It appears that the only change is in the color, and all other features will likely remain the same.
1.3-megapixel camera : Samsung SCH-A930
CNET reviews the Samsung SCH-A930 and finds that while it makes a decent showing, there are better choices in Verizon's EV-DO lineup. About the phone's camera: "The 1.3-megapixel camera can take pictures in four resolutions, from 160x120 up to 1,280x960. Other settings were plentiful. You can choose from six white-balance options, six color effects, four metering options, a multishot feature, three quality options, and three shutter sounds (plus a silent option). There's also a flash, a self-timer, and a 10X digital zoom, though the last option is unusable at the highest resolution. We weren't huge fans of Verizon's menu structure, but we loved the photo menu, which allows you to keep viewing your subject, while various pop-up menus display the editing choices."
Motorola slim phone : Motorola SLVR L7
Engadget reports that the Motorola SLVR L7, a quad-band phone with iTunes, is now available from Cingular for $199 with a 2-year contract.
The Motorola SLVR L7 is the latest Motorola slim phone. It features a VGA camera and Bluetooth connectivity.
Motorola SLVR L7 features:
* VGA camera
* Bluetooth
* 176 x 220 pixel 262k color TFT display
* TransFlash/Micro SD memory card (optional)
Motorola SLVR L7 Reviews
David Pogue at the New York Times reviews the Motorola SLVR L7 and really likes the look and feel of the phone, noting its sleek, smooth, Zenlike style. He concludes: "No, the Slvr is not the phone for the technophobic or students of efficient software design. Still, it's one of the thinnest, smallest cellphones you've ever held (or beheld). It will be a huge hit, the next celebrity-sighting cellphone/fashion statement, simply because it's so gorgeous. And the iTunes feature and all that accompanies it (memory card, really great speakers--for a phone) cements the Slvr's reputation as a phone in a class by itself."
The Chicago Tribune reviews the Motorola SLVR L7, and comments on the phone's camera: " Another trade-off is a relatively low-resolution camera. At less than 1 megapixel, the camera does not compare favorably to most new phones, where 1.2 megapixels and higher are becoming the norm. ... The pictures are adequate for viewing on the phone. I took a fun photo of my 2-year-old son taking a bite out of an apple, an appropriate screen saver."
Mobiledia reviews the Motorola SLVR L7 and is rather disappointed in the phone's camera: "Activating the built-in camera converts the LCD into a camera viewfinder, with the lower portion of the screen displaying available memory and user settings. Featuring a 0.3-megapixel camera, the SLVR's built-in camera is rather disappointing. Being similar to the RAZR's camera, released last year, other camera-phones have progressed beyond 1-megapixel to 2-megapixels and above.
Capturing photos at up to 640 x 480 px in resolution, consumers shouldn't expect to use the SLVR as a replacement for a digital camera. But it still works as novelty item for taking photos of impromptu moments."
Pocket-link reviews the Motorola SLVR L7 and is not very impressed with the phone's camera at all: "But what about the camera I hear you cry? A disappointing VGA model with 4x digital zoom and certainly not up to the megapixel variants you find as standard on even entry-level phones from other manufacturers."
Designtechnica reviews the Motorola SLVR L7 and isn't at all impressed with the phone's VGA camera: "As you'd expect, the VGA camera is useless in anything but bright sunlight, especially since there is no flash -- but we doubt anyone would buy the SLVR for its picture taking capability. The SLVR's 12-hour music playback battery life (6 hours/17 day talk/standby), is only two hours shorter than the Nano."
MobileBurn reviews the Motorola SLVR L7 and comments on the phone's VGA camera: "if you are just interested in a random snapshot or two that you can email off to a friend, you might be satisfied with what the SLVR L7 offers. The camera records color decently well, and the automatic white balance is a good performer (manual settings are available, too). The shutter sound can be set to one of a number of normal and unusual sounds (like a duck's quack), or can be disabled completely. The 4x digital zoom is of no real use at all. The only real problem that the SLVR L7's camera has, other than resolution, is focus: landscapes and anything shot from beyond typical portrait distances appear soft and somewhat blurry."
PCMag reviews the Motorola SLVR L7, and finds it a well-designed phone. About the sound quality: "Along with its RAZR cousins, the quad-band SLVR L7 gets excellent reception, though sound quality isn't quite as good. We found that voices, both sent and received, are sharp, and the earpiece volume is loud enough, if not very loud. But the speakerphone is quiet and picks up a lot of background noise."
andPOP has a review of the Motorola SLVR L7 and has this to say about the phone's camera: "I didn’t play with the camera features much. For some reason, anytime a person pulls out a cameraphone, I see a lot of people get very paranoid. So now I find it very easy to keep people pleased. The camera itself takes a decent photo, and it is a fairly basic camera, so no weird tricks or anything to use it. You just use it and have fun."
Update: Cingular Wireless now has the Motorola SLVR L7 available in pink, to complement the other colors available (green, teal and blue).
Via MobileTracker.
From the news release:
Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today unveiled the Motorola SLVR L7, the highly anticipated next generation design ultra-slim handset. Chiseled, thin and defined, the Motorola SLVR L7 builds on Motorola’s growing reputation for world class design that has driven such recent successes as the RAZR V3 and the PEBL U6.
The inspirational mobile device reflects two key silhouettes - sleek and thin - that are at the core of Motorola’s evolving design philosophy.
Created for successful and image conscious consumers who value performance and style, the Motorola SLVR L7 allows them to express their individuality in cutting edge design and function. The SLVR L7’s premium material finishes include illuminated precision cut keypad with metallic spun finish, chrome plated side keys, glass display, glass-filled body for rigidity and anodized aluminium battery door.
In SLVR L7’s ultra slim and sleek blade-like form is a digital audio player, Bluetooth® connectivity, email and an integrated VGA camera. A large 176 x 220 pixel 262k color TFT display lets consumers enjoy vivid pictures and videos. Media sharing is a breeze - consumers can download, save and store music, video clips and more onto an optional TransFlash /Micro SD memory card for endless storage capacity. The SLVR L7 supports all Bluetooth®-enabled headsets such as the latest Motorola Bluetooth® Headset H500.Nokia N90 best for Daily photography
SymbianOne reviews the Nokia N90 and finds the flash and the shutter delay to be the weak points of the phone's camera. Otherwise: "The image quality is good and while it does not compete with higher resolution dedicated digital cameras the results are such that the choice between the convenience of a single device, compared to carrying a camera and a phone, is a simple one. The range of capture features combined with image quality makes the Nokia N90 ideal for day to day photography. ... The N90's close up capability is also very good, although the auto focus does take a noticeable time to set itself when working with close subjects. While this managed to retain a novelty value for the time I had the N90, the auto focus speed could become irritating after a while."
3G slider with 2. megapixel camera : LG U400
The LG U400 is a 3G slider sporting a 2. megapixel camera and featuring: * UMTS * scroll wheel * A2DP support * MicroSD slot 3G has a review of the LG U400, and has this to say about the phone's camera: "Along with the front-loaded VGA camera for video calls, a two–megapixel shutterbug shoots the still images and video footage. It’s disappointing to see no autofocus on board and the U400’s picture quality does fall short of Sony Ericsson’s leading two-ers, the W900i, K750i and the W800 range. The snaps display a remarkable lack of focus especially around the fringes and while it’s relatively strong with colour representation, details are too blurred."
Fm radio phone with 1,3 megapixel camera : Sanyo W335A
The Sanyo W335A is a swiveling clamshell phone that sports a 1.3 megapixel camera. Other features include: * 2.4-inch QVGA TFT LCD display, 262K colors * FM radio * TV capability * 50MB internal memory * MiniSD memory expansion slot * Pictbridge * USB * weight: 150g * dimensions: 50x105x277mm
3.2 megapixel camera phone : Sony Ericsson K800i
Sony Ericsson K800i is code-named Wilma. It's reported to have the following features:
* 3.2 megapixel camera
* QVGA display
* Bluetooth
* stereo speakers
* 466MB memory
* EDGE/UMTS
3G reviews the Sony Ericsson K800i and is impressed with the phone's camera: "the K800i carries on from where the K750i left off – and then some. Colour, focus and exposure appear very reliable with highlights controlled. The K800i does struggle sometimes on contrasting environments but you’ll find this isn’t a unique problem even for your standalone digital camera. Of course, the K800i won’t be perfect but its foibles don’t dampen its performance or your appreciation."
Infosync reviews the Sony Ericsson K800i and is quite impressed with the phone's camera, giving it a 4.5 out of 5: "The K800i shoots what can only be described as outstanding high-quality stills with vivid, accurate colours and a minimum of blur courtesy of its autofocus and image stabilization. It may not excel under poorly lit conditions despite its decent xenon flash, but has other positive traits such as minimal lag between shots and a high-resolution screen to double as its viewfinder."
PCWorld has a review of the Sony Ericsson K800i, and writes, "The BestPic function is an exciting entry into the mobile phone camera market. When activated, BestPic will take nine photos with one press of the shutter button, allowing you to select the best photo. ... The quality of photos the K800i produces are very good for a camera phone. Nevertheless they still don't compare to a stand alone digital camera. Colour reproduction is excellent, but image sharpness is a slight problem. Shots are fairly crisp with defined edges and notable levels of detail for a 3.2 megapixel sensor. Overall, it's definitely the best camera on a phone that we've reviewed.Samsung SCH-A990 CDMA EVDO phone, destined for Verizon Wireless
The Samsung SCH-A990 CDMA EVDO phone, destined for Verizon Wireless, sports a 3.2 megapixel camera. Other features include:
* twisting display
* Bluetooth
* microSD memory card slot
* color external display
* internal antenna
Samsung SCH-A990 Reviews
Infosync reviews the Samsung SCH-A990 and writes, "The A990 snaps some of the best photos we've seen from a cameraphone. Pictures looked vivid and detailed, with plenty of shadow detail and good color reproduction. The auto-focus took a couple of seconds to zero in on our subjects, but the razor-sharp results were worth the wait. That said, video captures looked murkey and choppy, and the camera application slowed to a crawl while storing large images files."
1.3 megapixel cameraphone with multimedia playback : Nokia 6305i
Engadget reports on the Nokia 6305i, an EV-DO slider revealed at the FCC.
The Nokia 6305i will have a 1.3 megapixel camera, stereo speakers, multimedia playback and e911. It looks like Verizon will carry the phone.
the loose-lipped folks over at the FCC have let another one slip, revealing an unannounced EV-DO slider from Nokia. The upcoming 6305i will sport a 1.3 megapixel camera with flash and mirror, stereo speakers, multimedia playback, e911, and will be sold through Verizon. Secretive companies must hate this whole FCC process, so we have a suspicion that when the iPhone eventually comes out and Mr. Jobs goes to Washington with his FCC filing, whoever is responsible for posting the OET lists may end up mysteriously sleeping with the Potomac fishes.
1.3 megapixel camera resolution : LG VX300
MobileTechReview reviews the LG VX8300 and writes, "Though the camera resolution stayed at 1.3 megapixel resolution, the quality of photos is noticeably better than those taken by the VX8100. The focus works well for both landscape shots and close up shots. Compared to the VX8100, the VX8300’s photos are sharper, more saturated and have less noise. You’ll get less whiteout in full sun shots and clearer indoor shots (if lighting is good). The VX8300 camera and software are some of the better among 1.3 megapixel camera phones. The phone can save photos and videos directly to a MicroSD card, if present.
Camera phone with 312 MHz intel processor : Palm Treo 700p
EngadgetMobile reports that TechWorld has accidentally posted the release of the Palm Treo 700p which confirms that the phone will be announced on May 15.
In addition to a 1.3 megapixel camera, it looks like the 700p will alsoi nclude:
* 128 MB memory
* 312MHz Intel Xscale processor
* DUN capability
CNET reviews the Palm Treo 700p and talks about the 700p's camera: "The 700p's camera took decent pictures with sharp edges, but it had some problems in dark environments. ... The Treo 650's VGA camera has been swapped for a 1.3-megapixel camera with 2X zoom. The device comes with ScanR software, which enables you to take a picture of a whiteboard, then put the writing from the board into a Word document. You can record videos with sound and create slide shows with music and audio commentary."
PCMag reviews the Palm Treo 700p and awards it an Editor's choice, although the review has this to say about the smartphone's camera: "The 1.3MP camera takes sharp photos, although there is a slight reddish cast. The camcorder mode teases you with 352-by-288 videos at 13 frames per second (which you can save to the length of whatever memory you have), but they come out hideously blocky."
MobileBurn reviews the Palm Treo 700p and comments on the camera: "The Treo 700p makes use of a 1.3 megapixel digital camera with a 2x digital zoom instead of the older VGA unit found in the Treo 650. The new camera can shoot photos at the full 1280x1024 resolution as well as at 640x480 (VGA) and 320x240 (QVGA) resolutions. There are no manual settings for white balance, but the automatic white balance in the 700p appears to work quite well. The 1.3MP photos look pretty good, especially if you are photographing a nearby subject since the focus seems to be skewed in favor of portraits rather than landscapes. They do often lack contrast, though."
Unstrung reviews the Palm Treo 700p and notes, "Unlike the 700w, most of the 60MB of user memory is actually available for use. In testing, the device was responsive and didn't suffer any major hangs, with one exception. Overall, however, performance is significantly and noticeably faster on the 700p compared with the 650. ... As a phone, we found the interface a bit annoying compared to the 700w. For one thing, the green "connection" button does nothing at all unless you're on the phone screen. It's essentially a wasted button (and a large one too.) "
Brighthand reviews the Palm Treo 700p and finds it to be a solid, though unexciting, upgrade to the Treo 650. The conclusion: "the 700p is a significant improvement over the 650, and alleviates a lot of the major problems with the last generation Treo. It's not an enormous upgrade, but is probably enough to tempt many Palm faithful who don't want to jump to the 700w. Compared directly to its Windows-based sibling, the 700p has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. As always, the best way to judge is based on individual needs. The 700p lacks the Exchange connectivity features and Wi-Fi options of the 700w, but does have a better screen and the classic Palm OS interface. I suspect that despite its flaws, the 700p is going to be a good performer for Palm."
Palm InfoCenter reviews the Palm Treo 700p and talks about the 700p's camera: "The camera quality is pretty standard for a phone-cam. Outdoor scenes and good natural lighting conditions will give you the best results. Since the resolution is higher you get better detailed and clearer pictures than the Treo 650. However the 650 does a better job indoors and in lower light situations. The 700p camera has a tendency to be very dim and washed out in darker conditions and in low light indoor scenes. In some indoor, low light conditions the 700p would be totally dark, when the 650 would have a clear picture."
TopTechNews reviews the Palm Treo 700p and comments on the 700p's camera: "When snapping photos with the phone, the onboard 1.3-megapixel sensor delivers solid imaging performance at a resolution of 1,280 x 1,024 pixels, whereas video clips are captured at the lower resolution of 352 x 288 pixels."
LaptopMag has a review of the Palm Treo 700p and writes, "While the 700p is powered by the same 312-MHz Intel XScale processor, Palm has upped the amount of user-available memory from 23MB to 60MB, which allows users to store more applications on the device instead of an easily lost memory card. A new 1.3-MP camera takes sharper shots than the Treo 650’s VGA cam, and you can now share your pics without having to leave the Camera application, as well as save a photo to a contact directly from an album."
MobileTechReview has a review of the Palm Treo 700p, and writes about the 700p's phone: "We loved the Treo 650's camera, even though it was a low resolution VGA affair. It simply took photos with excellent color and Palm's image processing software made good photos from a low-end camera. The Treo 700p shares the same camera used in the Treo 700w, which increases resolution to 1.3 megapixels, offering sharper and larger images. However, it lacks the color saturation and accuracy of the Treo 650. That said, your favorite image editor can help things along once the shot is taken. You can crank color and change color balance, but you can't add pixels where non exist (without making a noisy image), so we'll take higher resolution over color fidelity. Still, we wish the colors were as nice as the Treo 650's. Images taken at full 1280 x 1024 resolution look nice and sharp when resized down to sub-VGA size. The sample photos below were taken at 1280 x 1024 resolution and are unedited other than resizing down to 300 x 240."
NetworkWorld has a review of the Palm Treo 700p and writes, "As a personal entertainment device, the 700p includes a 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder and the Pocket Tunes digital audio player, which can play music from a Secure Digital card. The Sprint TV application was OK; watching live TV or other video clips was hit or miss (sometimes the system timed out trying to connect, or I got jittery video). The camera and camcorder are vastly improved over early attempts at digital cameras on a PDA."
1,3 mega pixel camera phone : Pantech TX-215A
The Pantech TX-215A is a CDMA clamshell phone sporting a 1.3 megapixel camera as well as the following features: * internal display: 262K colors, TFT LCD * external display: CSTN LCD screen * speakerphone * voice
Pantech TX-215A Korean calmshell phone has been approved by FCC. I do believe this phone will be distributed by Virgin Mobile as you can see the logo on the cover. TX-215A touts an internal 262K colors TFT LCD and external CSTN LCD screen, 1.3 megapixel camera, speaker phone for conferencing and voice recognition. That's mean you will be able to command the phone to dial the preset numbers automatically. The high-speed CDMA phone won't slow you down on the internet surfing side while downloading stuff. In addition, it has few useful tools such as calendar, alarm clock, world time, notes, calculator and stopwatch. No words on the pricing and availability.
1,3 mega pixel camera phone : Pantech TX-215A
The Pantech TX-215A is a CDMA clamshell phone sporting a 1.3 megapixel camera as well as the following features: * internal display: 262K colors, TFT LCD * external display: CSTN LCD screen * speakerphone * voice
Pantech TX-215A Korean calmshell phone has been approved by FCC. I do believe this phone will be distributed by Virgin Mobile as you can see the logo on the cover. TX-215A touts an internal 262K colors TFT LCD and external CSTN LCD screen, 1.3 megapixel camera, speaker phone for conferencing and voice recognition. That's mean you will be able to command the phone to dial the preset numbers automatically. The high-speed CDMA phone won't slow you down on the internet surfing side while downloading stuff. In addition, it has few useful tools such as calendar, alarm clock, world time, notes, calculator and stopwatch. No words on the pricing and availability.
VGA camera phone : Sanyo 6600 ("Katana") for Sprint
The Sanyo 6600 ("Katana") for Sprint features a VGA camera. Other features include:
* Bluetooth
* 2.2-inch QVGA display
* multiple fashion colors
Unfortunately, there's no EV-DO.
Sanyo 6600 (Katana) Reviews
PCMag reviews the Sprint PCS Vision Phone Katana by Sanyo, and has this to say about the phone's camera: 'The flashless VGA camera is nothing to crow about. It takes bluish, overexposed images, but anyone serious about camera-phone photography should be getting a 1- or 2-megapixel camera phone anyway. The phone's 3.1MB of available memory holds about 33 pictures at maximum quality, and though you can use the external screen as a viewfinder for self-portraits, there's no video recording mode. The only way to get the pictures off the phone is to e-mail them to yourself."
Mobiledia has a review of the Sanyo Katana and has this to say about the phone's camera: "While the filters and functions are impressive, in the mobile industry, the Katana's VGA camera is outdated. With many high-end devices breaking the 3.0-megapixel barrier, camera phones are beginning to look less like communication devices and more like digital cameras of yesteryear. Lacking the ability to store high resolution photos or recording video clips, the Katana's images are too low in resolution to make accurate prints, instead best used for cell phone wallpapers or multimedia attachments."
Camera phone with video : LG VX8300
Sci-Tech Today has a review of the LG VX8300 and writes, "Priced at $99.99 after rebate, the LG VX8300 seems inexpensive enough at first blush. However, Verizon's basic tier of VCast video and audio clips commands a $15-per-month fee on top of monthly charges for calls and high-speed data access. Moreover, additional charges are incurred each time any VCast subscriber downloads a music track or premium video clip to the phone. Consumers with deep pockets who are ready to rock 'n' roll will find the VX8300 to be an excellent choice. On the other hand, standalone devices such as the video iPod can deliver similar, or even superior, multimedia capabilities without breaking anyone's bank account
Motorola RAZR V3m
The Motorola RAZR V3m, the latest RAZR, features a 1.3 megapixel camera and also sports a music player.
Features include:
* 1.3 megapixel camera
* MicroSD memory expansion
* integrated music player
* metallic finish
* Bluetooth
* stereo headset support
* speech recognition calling
* video record and playback capabilities
Mobiledia reviews the Motorola RAZR V3m and isn't very impressed with the phone's camera: "Using the same camera as the V3c, the V3m's photo quality is mediocre compared to other devices on the market. While considerably better than VGA cameras, many manufacturers are integrating 2.0- and 3.2-megapixel cameras into handhelds. While the camera lens is good enough to take still images for 4x6 prints, the video recording capabilities are blurry and grainy at best, not usably for anything much more than amusing clips."
TopTechNews reviews the Motorola Razr V3m and doesn't like the location of the expansion card slot, but overall: "But let's not quibble. Trend-conscious consumers looking for an attractive handset with loads of multimedia pizzazz will find that Motorola Razr V3m from Verizon Wireless is about as cool as phones get."
Infosync reviews the Motorola RAZR V3m and isn't very impressed with the phone's camera: "with its mediocre image quality, the V3M's built-in camera (which is missing an LED flash) failed to impress: snapshots looked hazy and washed-out compared to other 1.3 MP mobile cameras, while video captures looked typically jerky and blocky."
CEN has a review of Verizon's Motorola RAZR V3m and writes, "The 1.3-megapixel camera has a 4x zoom, and is well-integrated into the phone. The lens is on the back of the lid, and you frame the shot on the main screen, select your resolution and then press take. Although the camera can take pictures up to 1024x768 resolution, I found it better to stick with 640x480 or below because of the 1.3 megapixel limitation. A simple photo album application makes it easy to browse through and select photos in the phone's memory."
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
Helio Kickflip with Camera
PhoneScoop reviews the Helio Kickflip, and notes, "The camera takes landscape-oriented pictures when the screen is in portrait orientation. It is difficult to realize this for a number of reasons. First, the viewfinder is always full screen, so while you think it is showing you the full view of a camera in the same orientation as the screen, it only shows you the very center section of the picture you're about to take. Even though the viewfinder icons are oriented vertically, you still think you're taking a horizontal picture. Second, when using the camera with the phone closed, you naturally want to hold it like a camera, especially since the camera button acts as the shutter button. However if you do this all your pictures will come out sideways and framed funny."
Sunday, May 21, 2006
Smart Card supports standard for 3G mobile market.
Supporting New Application Programming Interface (API), High-End Solution From Incard Allows Mobile Operators to Deploy Interoperable 3g Applications and Services
GENEVA, April 11 / -- Incard, a global leader in providing smart-card-based solutions, today introduced a multi-application JavaCard(TM) platform, called Mokard R6. The new platform is the first in the third-generation (3G) mobile market to support the sixth release of the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Application Programming Interface (API). By enabling powerful file administration, dynamic memory management, sharing of common memory buffers and other card resources previously unavailable via traditional APIs, Mokard R6 allows mobile operators to develop 3G value-added services in a standardized and effective way, avoiding proprietary solutions and benefiting end users with on-card applications tailored to customers' needs.
Among its new capabilities, the Incard's interoperable platform provides access to the 3G file system using multiple concurrent views; powerful file administration commands supported by a sophisticated dynamic memory management with automated garbage collection; events triggered by file update operations; the secure sharing of memorybuffers between different applications; and the remote management of Universal Integrated Circuit Card (UICC) and Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) file system.
Featuring USIM multi-subscription capability and operation in both 2G and 3G networks, Mokard R6 supports large files suitable for storage of Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) and other large data. Another significant benefit of the new platform is the full backward compatibility with the industry proven Release 5 SIM API, which grants a smooth migration from the 2G application portfolio to new 3G services.
Advanced security features of Mokard R6 include a crypto coprocessor for up to 2048-bit RSA-encrypted operation, on-board key generation, and a complete set of 2G/3G authentication algorithms protected by state-of-the-art Differential Power Analysis (DPA)/Simple Power Analysis (SPA) countermeasures. These protection schemes avoid even the most sophisticated attempts to access critical information.
Available in memory sizes up to 256 kbyte, Mokard R6 is complemented by a remote applet management protocol based on Global Platform 2.1 and by the JavaCard(TM) 2.2.1 runtime environment including Remote Method Invocation (RMI).
"The Mokard R6 family product confirms the leadership of Incard's software laboratories in providing the most interoperable, advanced, and secure smart- card platforms for mobile applications," said Ettore Toscano, Director of Incard's Software Design Center. "With Mokard R6, Incard's customers can offer a wide range of pioneering services, giving end users an evolution of their current mobile-experience."
Delivered in standard (U)SIM packaging configurations, the Mokard R6 is currently available in samples with volume production expected by May 2006.
JavaCard(TM) is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems.
About Incard
A member of the STMicroelectronics (NYSE:STM) group, Incard is a leading smart-card manufacturer, offering a complete range of products for Telecommunications, Payment, Transport, Healthcare, Loyalty, and Identity markets. With its know-how and proven expertise, Incard has gained the trust of a global customer base in the different sectors of smart-card solutions with a full range of flexible products, where security and portability are the key factors. Further information on Incard can be found at www.incard.it
CONTACT: Mariarosaria Risi, Incard, +39-0823630260 Publish Post , mariarosaria.risi@st.com
Sony Ericsson Z710
The Sony Ericsson Z710 is an EDGE-capable clamshell that targets the business user wanting a phone that fits both an at-work and an at-home lifestyle. The phone features a 2.0 megapixel camera with digital zoom and is available in twilight black or metallic sand. It will begin shipping in the third quarter of 2006 in the following variants: Z710i Quad Band EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Americas, and Z710c Quad Band EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 for Mainland China.
The phone also features:
* main display: 262k colors, 176x220 pixels, TFT
* external display: 1.5", 128x128, 4-level white on blue LCD
* 10MB user memory
* 64MB Memory Stick Micro
* media player (MP3, AAC and AAC+, eAAC+)
* m4a support
* FM radio with RDS
* Bluetooth
* USB 2.0
Excerpt from the news release:
Business-friendly features include push e-mail support and RSS feeds for news updates and traffic reports direct to your phone. PC tools include synchronisation of your phone book and calendar as well as USB 2.0 support. A 64MB Memory Stick Microâ„¢ (M2â„¢) is supplied that is expandable to 1GB and can be used to store and transfer any type of multimedia content, including text, graphics, video, stills and audio files.
The Z710 also features the Access NetFront™ full HTML browser. It makes web access on the move as simple as on a PC and EDGE speed means pages download rapidly. It also has the latest Bluetooth™ 2.0 with HDR (high data rate) for fast data transfer with other Bluetooth devices, providing robust, quality connections for accessories such as wireless headsets and handsfree car kits. The Z710 also supports Bluetooth™ streaming in stereo (A2DP) so you can enjoy the full stereo power of the phone’s media player completely wire-free.
The 2 Megapixel camera captures sharp, crisp stills and video and these are easily shared using MMS, Bluetoothâ„¢, stored on the Memory Stick or transferred quickly to your PC via USB.
Helio KickFlip with a 2-megapixel camera
The Helio KickFlip features a 2-megapixel camera and a 262k color QVGA display. Other features include:
* microSD slot
* 70MB flash memory
* EV-DO
* stereo speakers
Via Engadget
EngadgetMobile has a hands-on look at the Helio KickFlip, and find the phone's flip-open motion addictive. About the KickFlip's camera: "The camera on the rear has a "flash" (you know how those things are on cameraphones), and a macro focus setting for taking pictures of your food like everyone in the world does. (Oh, and that blue thing is the self portrait mirror without the protective plastic film removed.)"
Infosync reviews the Helio Kickflip and isn't very impressed with the phone at all, despite it's innovative features. About the phone's camera, the review notes, "Speaking of the 2-megapixel camera, we weren't too thrilled with the snapshots we took. The camera itself boasts a formidable range of features, including an LED flash, 4X zoom, a rapid-fire mode (up to nine snapshots), plenty of light, brightness and color settings, 10 picture frames, landscape and macro modes, and video capture. However, we were bummed by the lackluster image quality; our snapshots looked foggy and washed out, as though the camera lens was smudged (which it wasn't), while our videos looked murky and juttery (par for the course with a camearphone). "
From the news release:
HELIO LLC, a new mobile brand built for young, tech-savvy consumers, today unveiled its exclusive launch devices - the Hero and Kickflip - and initial details about its mobile service strategy. The multimedia handsets, debuting exclusively with Helio this spring, are designed to maximize the high-speed 3G experience for US consumers. The Helio service portfolio has also been carefully crafted to make Helio the hub of a connected group of friends by giving members extraordinary access to the people, entertainment and information they care about. Highlighting Helio’s services suite is a partnership to optimize the mobile MySpace experience for Helio members.
Exclusive, Powerful Handsets
The first two Helio devices, based on popular high-end handsets from Korea, combine innovation from one of the most advanced 3G markets in the world with design elements and features tailored for the US consumer.
The jet-black Hero, produced by Pantech, is a multimedia powerhouse, featuring a virtual mobile entertainment center with a 2.2 inch, 262K-color high-resolution QVGA LCD display, industry-leading audio capabilities with full duplex stereo speakers, removable memory, and a 2.0 megapixel camera with digital zoom and flash for capturing pictures and video. Hero also packs a co-processor chip that delivers high-quality music and video for an exceptional entertainment experience, allowing for versatility in content and services like never before.
The pearlescent Kickflip, produced by VK Mobile, packs similar advanced features as the powerful Hero in a sleek body with an innovative swivel opening that flips to the right or left with the simple nudge of a finger. The swivel action was designed by Helio to be fun and addicting, like its services. Hero and Kickflip each sport an elegant, luminescent user interface designed by, and exclusive to, Helio.
The jet-black Hero features a night themed interface, while the lustrous Kickflip glows with a day theme.
"Helio is for those of us who want a badge of personality, not a phone; a mobile lifestyle, not a utility,�� said Sky Dayton, CEO of HELIO LLC. “We combine innovation directly from Korea, one of the most sophisticated mobile cultures in the world, with local consumer insight to give our members devices and experiences they’ve been craving but haven’t had access to before in the US."
LG LX350 with Bluetooth
The LG LX350 is available at Sprint. It features a 1.3 megapixel camera, as well as the following features:
* Bluetooth
* 65k color external OLED display
* 262k color internal screen
Via EngadgetMobile.
PCMag reviews the LG LX350 and finds it a high-quality, stylish choice that's a lot more powerful than lower-end phones but less expensive than EV-DO phones. About the phone's camera: "The LX350's 1.3-megapixel camera takes very good pictures, with excellent exposure and color balance. The 30MB of shared memory in the phone holds about 100 photos, though some of that space can be taken up by ringtones and other content. The camcorder mode, on the other hand, is utterly useless, taking tiny 128-by-96 videos."
Nokia E50 Review
The Nokia E50 is a quad-band (EGSM 850/900/1800/1900) candybar phone aimed at business users but also featuring a 1.3 megapixel camera.
Features include:
* MP3 player
* S60 3rd edition smartphone platform
* Symbian OS
* email support for: Intellisync Wireless Email by Nokia, BlackBerry Connect, Visto Mobile, Altexia, and Microsoft ActiveSync
* up to 70MB built-in memory
* microSD card support
News release excerpt:
With excellent voice, email and data capabilities, the Nokia E50 offers enterprises a cost-efficient way to extend mobility to a broader range of employees, enabling them to access company telephony and business applications whenever required. Just as importantly the globally-viable Nokia E50 device is easily and securely managed by a company's IT department through Intellisync Device Management solution.
With classic Nokia design, the small, sleek, and stylish Nokia E50 is also designed for people who want a single phone for both business and leisure use. For example, the device comes equipped with pre-installed business applications, exceptional voice and calling functionality, and the ability to have two phone numbers in one phone, while lifestyle features include an MP3 player and optionally a 1.3 mega pixel camera all packaged in a discreet glossy metallic case with a touch of color.
Built on S60 3rd edition smartphone platform and Symbian OS for enhanced security features and device control, the Nokia E50 supports popular corporate mobile email solutions, including Intellisync Wireless Email by Nokia, BlackBerry Connect, Visto Mobile, Altexia, and Microsoft ActiveSync. The thinnest Nokia Eseries quad-band phone (EGSM 850/900/1800/1900), the Nokia E50 supports GSM networks worldwide, offering clear phone calls and rich voice and calling functionalities. With up to six hours of talk time, the Nokia E50 offers significantly high battery performance for such a small phone.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Pantech Introduces 'Touch Wheel Music Phone' in Hong Kong
S. Jay Yim, Vice President, Overseas Marketing, Pantech, said:" The PG-3600V not only offers a unique design with its finely honed, attractive finish, but it also highlights our efforts to offer the latest, most user-friendly applications to young tech-savvy users. We feel the PG-3600V actively supports the desire prevalent amongst many people to stand apart from the crowd" The PG-3600V has already been noted for its eye-catching design and diverse applications. It received wide acclaim among both enthusiasts and industry observers at the CeBIT trade show in Germany in March. The phone features a 1.3 mega pixel camera. Users can access a range of music files through the music player and enjoy stereo music, using Bluetooth technology. In addition, the handset, which is also being introduced in Taiwan this week, has an internal 512 Mb memory capacity and an external card slot for more capacity. The mobile phone market in Hong Kong, where Pantech began to sell handsets under its own brand in 2004, is expected to grow to around 2.5 million usersthis year. Pantech aims to boost its market share by supplying increasing quantities of its groundbreaking products and to position Pantech as the premiumhandset brand in Hong Kong over the coming years. PG-3600V features: see more photos here
The touch wheel sensor enables easy navigation by allowing users to sweep the wheel key with their fingers. Targeted at the younger, "digital generation", the touch wheel offers an easy-to-use function for tracking songs, a zoom function for capturing images or tracking recorded movies, and moving menu bars.
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