Sony Ericsson K200
Sony Ericsson K220
Sony Ericsson J120
Sony Ericsson J110
Zune phone is coming
Apple’s iPod was a winner. Microsoft Zune entered the market after iPod Nano and is still struggling hard for market share. Now after the official launch of Apple’s iPhone, who knows , Microsoft might be putting together the Zune Phone.
some info
- might not run windows mobile
- mostly sport zune/ xbox interface
- might not be available until early next year
Folks !! iPhone is coming in June
via [crunchgear]
China leapfrogs to 4G
When India is still not ready to implement 3G Telephony, reports suggest that China has launched a 4G standard in Shanghai which might be the first fourth generation mobile network in the world. This network as developed as a part of the FuTURE project costing about 19.3 Million USD
3G is not available in mainland China even today and the country is expected to issue 3G licences later this year.
Should India dump 3G and go straight for 4G ?
Some questions remain unanswered.
via zdnet
Sony Ericsson completes UIQ acquisition
Sony Ericsson completed the acquisition of the Swedish software company UIQ Technology AB from Symbian Ltd. UIQ Technology, which uses Symbian OS, licenses the UIQ user interface and application development platform to mobile phone vendors worldwide.
Sony Ericsson has already used UIQ 3.0 in the P990 smartphone, M600 messaging phone and W950 Walkman phone.
UIQ Technology will operate as a separate business subsidiary of Sony Ericsson.
via [UIQ]
Fring : Make free mobile VOIP Calls
Fring™ is a 3G mobile application that allows you to make free mobile calls and send instant messages (chat) to other fring users and PC based VoIP services such as Skype and Google Talk at no extra cost.
fring™ calls cost nothing extra because they utilize the 3G mobile internet connections and VoIP technologies that are already embedded in your mobile handset.
I was surprised to find that this Software works in India.The voice quality was really great for a normal GPRS connection.
Will post a video or images of our test soon.
fring™ works transparently over 3G networks while bypassing traditional mobile voice and sms text messaging services. This means that fring™ enables mobile-to-mobile calls, mobile-to-landline calls, and mobile-to-PC calls including integration into Skype and Google Talk services wherever you are.
Symbian opens office in China
Symbian committed to long-term investment in China
Beijing, China – January 16 2007 – At an official ceremony in Beijing, Symbian Limited today announced an office opening in China to support the growing business development and market operations of its licensees and ecosystem partners in the region. Symbian develops and licenses Symbian OS™, the market-leading open operating system for advanced, data-enabled mobile phones known as smartphones to the world’s leading handset manufacturers.
Blackberry Pearl in white from T-Mobile
There were some pictures circulating on the internet about this one earlier.
T-Mobile has confirmed the rumors. The BlackBerry Pearl is not Black- only anymore.
Its functionally identical to the Black one. 150 USD is the pricing for a 2 year service agreement
iPhone GUI based Iphony for Palm forces Apple to threaten Blogger
The iPhone fever seems to have hit some Palm addicts.
There was a iPhone like launcher utility which was launched a certain while ago. Its called Iphony.
But Apple seems to have taken this seriously and forced a blogger to remove links to the App.
Folks , you can head over here to see the video:PDA Mexico
via: [engadgetmobile]
Apple iPhone announced at MacWorld
Apple has finally unraveled the iPhone.
I just cant wait to get my hands on this phone.
The features seem really interesting.
Apple claims that over 100 patents were filed during the development of this device.
It runs OSX has a 2 Megapixel Camera. Has Bluetooth 2.0 as well as Wifi
Technical Specifications
| Screen size | 3.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 320 by 480 at 160 ppi |
| Input method | Multi-touch |
| Operating system | OS X |
| Storage | 4GB or 8GB |
| GSM | Quad-band (MHz: 850, 900, 1800, 1900) |
| Wireless data | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) + EDGE + Bluetooth 2.0 |
| Camera | 2.0 megapixels |
| Dimensions | 4.5 x 2.4 x 0.46 inches / 115 x 61 x 11.6mm |
| Weight | 4.8 ounces / 135 grams |
Sony Ericsson W200 budget walkman phone
Sony Ericsson today announced a budget walkman phone W200i.
The phone can store upto 37 Audio tracks in its 128MB default Memory Stick Micro. It supports upto 1GB memory expansion.
Theres also a VGA Cam and FM radio to add to the features.
No word on the pricing yet.
Nokia launches updated N93i
Nokia is not going to let the NSeries fever go. One more new launch today. The Nokia N93 got a facelift and the N93i is out.
Nokia has tied up with Vox and the phone might be preconfigured for direct media uploads. The N93i could be called the N93 on a diet. It looks
the same apart from the metallic touch and the slight weight reduction.
Features
- The features are mostly same as the N93
- 3.2 Megapixel Camera with VGA recording
- 16 Million Colors Primary Display
- 1 GB microSD card part of the retail package
Price
The phone is expected to be priced at Rs.35000 (800 USD)
Nokia announces N76, Competion for Moto Razr ?
At CES Today , Nokia announced the N76 which is the latest entrant to the N Series family. Looks like the guys at Nokia want to give some competition for Motorola Razr. The phone is about .5mm thick weighs 115g .
Features
- 3g
- 2 Megapixel Cam
- microSD Memory Expansion
- FM Radio
- Bluetooth version 2.0
- External Display
Price
This one might be priced at around 500 USD which is about Rs.20000-25000 range.
Availability
Q1 2007
Nokia Launches new N800 Internet Tablet , successor to the 770
Nokia has launched the N800 Internet Tablet as a successor to the 770.
The device is expected to be available at a price of USD 399
Nokia announces new bluetooth headsets
Nokia today announced 3 new bluetooth headsets at the CES at Las Vegas.
Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-301
Match your headset to suit your mood with the interchangeable, stylish covers on the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-301. Available in either a light or a dark variant, choose cover colors ranging from ‘pink flower’ to ‘deep plum’, and many more. This headset will keep you talking for up to seven hours or it will survive on standby for up to 200 hours. Convenient keys for controlling your call functions, including redialing and voice dial activation*, will keep you on the go while you communicate.
Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-201
Communicate in comfort with this small and compact Bluetooth headset, designed to fit in almost any ear. The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-201 has a soft earpiece wheel which you can easily adjust for an individual fit or choose from three different earbud sizes, included inbox. Available in stylish black, this Bluetooth headset has up to five and a half hours of talk time and up to 150 hours on standby. Control your conversations with on/off, answer/end and volume keys. You can even redial or reject your calls or use the voice dialing activation* or audio transfer with a compatible mobile device. Staying on track with the headset’s operation is easy with its red and greed LED indicators.
Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-100
The ideal companion for a first-time Bluetooth user, the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-100 is a simple and affordable addition to Nokia’s Bluetooth family. Small and lightweight at 11g, this headset will keep you talking for up to six and a half hours or up to 150 hours on standby. Give your headset a personal touch with a choice of colorful in-box earloops. The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-100 is economic and efficient without compromising audio quality.
The three headsets are expected to be available globally in the first quarter of 2007.
Benq mobile will be gone, attempts to find buyer fail
Reports suggest that Benq mobile will freeze operations as attempts to find a buyer have failed.It had applied for Bankruptcy protection sometime back.Mounting losses and lack of market share are blamed for the move. Benq had acquired the mobile division from Siemens about 2 years back.
Dunno if there was a market for these phones. I have never seen one here in India atleast.
Benq Mobile R.I.P