Archive for March, 2007
Vertu Ascent Ferrari 1947 Limited Edition Unveiled
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Vertu has launched a new phone, the Vertu Ascent Ferrari 1947 Limited Edition, to commemorate Ferrari’s 60th Anniversary. Using hand-polished titanium for the chassis the special limited edition draws inspiration from Ferrari GT cars that embody strength, durability and high-level performance. Vertu worked closely with Ferrari’s design team to develop this exclusive limited edition phones.
The Vertu Ascent Ferrari 1947 Limited Edition is inspired by the dynamic and stylish Ferrari cars. Echoi… [Continue reading Vertu Ascent Ferrari 1947 Limited Edition Unveiled]
Nokia 5700 XpressMusic Adds New Twist to Mobile Music
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Nokia today revealed the Nokia 5700 XpressMusic, a 3G smartphone augmented by a dedicated audio chip for enhanced music performance. The 5700 features a twist design that switches between four modes at the flick of the wrist - music player, 2.0-megapixel camera, video call and smartphone.
Using an optional 2 GB microSD card, the Nokia 5700 supports up to 1500 tracks that can be enjoyed using Bluetooth stereo headphones, with their own favorite 3.5 mm plug-equipped headphones and the included … [Continue reading Nokia 5700 XpressMusic Adds New Twist to Mobile Music]
Nokia 7088 L’Amour Collection CDMA Phone Unveiled
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Inspired by the L’Amour Collection, the Nokia 7088 make its debut today, bringing sophistication to the CDMA market. The Nokia 7088 is not only the first CDMA model in the popular L’Amour Collection, but it is also the first to apply this collection’s design to a sliding configuration.
The Nokia 7088 draws attention to its jewel-like select key and sculpted directional keypad set into a metallic frame. Leather-inspired textures are found on front and back surfaces of the 7088, further accentu… [Continue reading Nokia 7088 L'Amour Collection CDMA Phone Unveiled]
Visa Invests in Wireless
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Visa sees cell phones as the best way to expand electronic payments, CEO John Philip Coghlan announced today, where he also revealed ties with several wireless technology companies.
Taking the stage in Orlando in front of several thousand attendees, Coghlan detailed the steps Visa is taking to advance mobile payments, such as the recently announced Visa mobile platform. Visa’s mobile platform is a set of mobile services and enabling technologies that serve as flexible building blocks for the development of mobile payment solutions by the financial services and mobile telecommunications industries.
Coghlan stressed Visa’s… [Continue reading Visa Invests in Wireless]
Nokia 5070 Entry-Level Phone Announced
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Nokia today announced the 5070, featuring messaging features via text, voice and images.
The built-in VGA camera can snap pictures of friends, weekend trips or any of life’s amusing moments and then share via MMS. When a voice messaqe is more convenient, the 5070 offers the option to send off voice messages via Nokia Xpress Audio Messaging. With just a few keystrokes, friends’ contact information can be accessed and messages composed and delivered.
With an integrated FM radio, tuning into … [Continue reading Nokia 5070 Entry-Level Phone Announced]
LG Phones to Bundle Google Applications
LG Electronics and Google today announced a global collaboration to pre-install Google’s services on millions of LG mobile phones. Mobile users around the world will now be able to easily search for information, find locations, update blogs and manage email while on the move.
Select LG handsets, pre-installed with Google products and services will be shipped globally including North America, Europe and Asia starting in the second quarter of 2007. These handsets will create a more dynamic user… [Continue reading LG Phones to Bundle Google Applications]
LG VX8700 Announced for Verizon Wireless
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Verizon Wireless today announced the planned release of the LG VX8700, available online at beginning April 6 and in stores April 17.
Highlighted by an ultra-thin shape, sleek metal finish, and mirror-like screen, the LG VX8700 offers multimedia features such as access Verizon Wireless’ VCAST Music and Video, Get It Now and Mobile Web 2.0.
The LG VX8700 complements its entertainment capabilities with mobile features that consumers have come to expect, featuring VCAST for music and video, Bl… [Continue reading LG VX8700 Announced for Verizon Wireless]
Symbian OS v9.5 Announced
Symbian today announced the launch of Symbian OS v9.5, bringing high-performance features designed and delivering a scalable mobile operating system for the global market.
Symbian OS v9.5 is the result of continued deep collaboration with Symbian OS licensees, the world’s leading handset vendors, and its user interface platform partners MOAP, S60 and UIQ. With over 110 million Symbian smartphones shipped, high smartphone growth in developing markets and increasing mass market requirements, Sy… [Continue reading Symbian OS v9.5 Announced]
Samsung UpStage Dual-Sided Music Phone Announced for Sprint
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Sprint today announced the upcoming availability of Samsung UpStage (SPH-M620), the first U.S. handheld designed with a revolutionary dual-sided form factor with the look of a phone on one side and an MP3 player on the other.
The UpStage’s screen on the phone side is dedicated to making calls, text messaging and contacts management. With a simple push of the “flip” button, the focus is shifted to the music side. The music side features a large, bright-color LCD screen that is ideal for naviga… [Continue reading Samsung UpStage Dual-Sided Music Phone Announced for Sprint]
Samsung Develops 8.4-Megapixel CMOS Sensor for Camera Phones
Samsung Electronics today announced an 8.4-megapixel CMOS image sensor (CIS) with a 1.4umpixel design at Samsung’s fourth annual Mobile Solution Forum.
The new CIS chip provides a high signal to noise ratio (SNR), a key measure of overall image quality. Samsung achieved the high-resolution level by implementing advanced light sensing features and minimized noise levels. Notably, an extended photo diode technology was implemented to achieve higher light sensitivity and saturation levels, resul… [Continue reading Samsung Develops 8.4-Megapixel CMOS Sensor for Camera Phones]
