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Vertu kicks off Ascent Ti variants with Checked and Knurled editions
09.07.2008 20:15
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Filed under: Handsets, Vertu, GSM, EDGE, UMTS Even very recently, Vertu's had no problem milking its older models endlessly with ultra-limited-run special editions -- a shame, really, considering that they've had the 3G-capable Ascent Ti in the stable since last year. If you're going to spend thousands (sometimes, tens or hundreds of thousands) of dollars on a ridiculously over-the-top handset, it may as well at least ride the UMTS wave, yeah? Finally, the wealthy have an opportunity to have their cake and eat it too thanks to the Nokia division's new Checked and Knurled versions of the Ascent Ti, which as you might guess, are checked and knurled, respectively. It might be more than a gimmick, too, since they're probably easier to keep a grip on than the standard model -- so whip out those checkbooks, clumsy rich people.[Via Crave]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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NYT, WSJ & USA Today Publish First iPhone 3G Reviews
09.07.2008 20:12
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Keepin' it real fake, part CXXIV: SongLiveX1 gets out ahead of actual X1
09.07.2008 18:21
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Filed under: Handsets, Others Can't wait to get your hands on Sony Ericsson's hotly anticipated XPERIA X1? Then perhaps this so-called SongLiveX1 will suffice -- or, not. If for some reason you do decide to take the plunge, however, you can apparently expect a 3-inch 240 x 320 display (not a touchscreen), dual cameras (one of which is supposedly 5 megapixels), Bluetooth, all the usual media-playing functions and, oh yes, an NES emulator. All that can be yours for the bargain price of €82 to €98 (or $128 to $154), depending on the quantity purchased.[Thanks, Rashy AA] Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Nokia gets fancy for CDMA with 3608, 8208
09.07.2008 17:16
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Filed under: Handsets, Nokia, EV-DO, CDMA Who would've thought that Nokia's first Series 40 dual slider would be for CDMA networks? Well, not so fast -- these two aren't exactly Series 40, it seems. Nokia hasn't announced either the 3608 flip or 8208 dual slider officially, but official specs and pictures have popped up on an Espoo-owned domain that reveal the China-bound handsets to operate on CDMA 800 / 1900, and in the case of the 8208, we can say with certainty that there's EV-DO Rev. A on board. Anyway, as we were saying, Nokia lists both as having "Series 40 Nokia like UIs," with "like" being the key word there; we suspect these are either still being manufactured for Nokia by a third party, Series 40 can't rock CDMA in its current incarnation, or a little bit of both. Trust us, though, Nokia -- that doesn't mean you shouldn't take these cute little guys global.[Via MobileBurn, here and here]Read - Nokia 3608Read - Nokia 8208Permalink | Email this | Comments
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T-Mobile Releases Nokia 6650 Smartphone in the UK
09.07.2008 16:21
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As expected, T-Mobile UK has released the Nokia 6650 clamshell smartphone that was unveiled back at the CeBIT 2008 show in Germany. It should be already available for purchase. Features of the Nokia 6650 include: Size: 99.7mm x 47.3mm x 16.2mm (3.9" x 1.9" x 0.6"); Weight: 112g (4oz); OS: Nokia's S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2; Band: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz, UMTS 850/2100MHz; Data: GPRS/E... [These are short news! Click for details]
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MWg Zinc II Smartphone Announced
09.07.2008 16:21
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MWg (former O2 Asia) announced the Zinc II, a new high-eng touchscreen smartphone with a QWERTY keyboard. Here's what it offers: Size 109.5mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.7"); Weight 185g (6.5oz); OS: Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional; Band: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz, UMTS 850/1900/2100MHz; Data: GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA/WiFi; Battery: 1530mAh; up to 10.3 days of standby time, up to 6 hours of... [These are short news! Click for details]
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Nokia 3608 and Nokia 8208 Unveiled
09.07.2008 16:21
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Nokia has unveiled two new CDMA phones bound for the Chinese market. The U.S. release is not likely to happen, but who knows...Specifications for the Nokia 3608: Band: CDMA 800/1900MHz; Battery Life: Up to 11 days standby / Up to 3.5 hours talk time; Main Display: 2.0" , 176x220, 262k colors; Sub-Display: 128x128,
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Another Unboxed iPhone 3G, this time in China
09.07.2008 16:21
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Chinese are a little late, but that's ok, as long as the official launch of the iPhone 3G is a few of days away. Another handset with a Chinese UI was unboxed by a Taiwanese retailer, ePrice, and is now featured on their website. The wait is almost over!... [These are short news! Click for details]
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Lamborghini-branded ASUS ZX1 said to be canceled
09.07.2008 15:15
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Filed under: Handsets, ASUS It's been touted and shown off for a few months now, but it looks like ASUS may have finally given up on its luxurious Lamborghini-branded ZX1 smartphone, at least if Alex of MoDaCo is to be believed. According to him, ASUS has cancelled the planned summer launch of the device in order to ensure that "more important devices" scheduled for Q4 of this year are released on time. No word if that means we may still eventually see the pricey phone released sooner or later, but we wouldn't recommend holding your breath at the moment. Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Palm Centro, now in "electric blue" for AT&T
09.07.2008 15:15
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Filed under: Handsets, Palm, Palm OS, GSM, EDGE Sorry, we'd make a comment on the appearance of AT&T's newest Centro shade, but we're still blinded from that white with green buttons stunt they pulled at launch. Sounds like Palm expects this pleasantly bright blue version to be available starting Friday in AT&T retail locations -- and they're also promising some news on a price cut in time for the school year. Stay tuned.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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LG Makes Anti-T9 Messaging Phone For The Masses
09.07.2008 14:12
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China's iPhone 3G gets an unboxing
09.07.2008 13:19
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Filed under: Handsets, Apple On top of a piano, no less. China might be a bit late to the party by now, but they've sure got class. Taiwan retailer ePrice has unboxed a Chinese UI version of the iPhone for your viewing pleasure, and they even did a bit of Chinese handwriting recognition just for kicks. There's video as well (we embedded one after the break), so you really can't go wrong with this one, we promise.Continue reading China's iPhone 3G gets an unboxingRead | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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OpenMoko's FreeRunner interface gets peeked, inspected
09.07.2008 12:15
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Filed under: Handsets, Software, Others, Linux For those folks who don't mind -- nay, who strongly prefer -- a terminal screen on their smartphone, we know you've already thrown down the plastic on OpenMoko's FreeRunner. If you're going insane waiting to get your hands on it, what better to do than read through a remarkably thorough writeup detailing the user interface and all the goop behind the pretty scenes that makes this thing tick? Oh, and if you're just now getting up the courage to see what the brouhaha is all about, you've chosen the perfect time to get schooled. See that read link? Hit it.[Via BoingBoing]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Rogers caves on iPhone 3G plans, offers up 6GB for $30 a month
09.07.2008 11:18
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Filed under: Handsets, Rogers Wireless, Apple Those kind, gentle Canadians have been oh-so-politely demanding a few heads on sticks ever since Rogers' super-spendy iPhone 3G price plans were announced. Well, apparently their cries have been heard, and now Rogers is launching a promotional offer along with the iPhone of 6GB of data for $30 a month -- not quite unlimited data, but close enough -- which can be added on top of any regular voice plan. The promo will be available for iPhone buyers who activate with a three year contract before August 31. Also, perhaps in a bid to dispel some nasty rumors about a major iPhone shortage, Rogers will be hosting 8AM launch day events at six Rogers Plus stores in major Canadian cities, complete with a free breakfast. Mmm, breakfast.[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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