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January 11, 2008


SoftBank PHOTOS 920SC photo-centric device

SoftBank PHOTOS 920SC photo-centric device


A few months back SoftBank issued a preview for their upcoming devices, the PHOTOS 920SC included. Now that the device is super close to being released, we thought it deserved some attention. The 920SC features two cameras; a 5 MP camera for photos, and a 3 MP CMOS for video conferencing. Along with the dual cameras comes the goodies you would expect with a photo-centric device, including a Xenon flash, 3x optical zoom, auto focus, and face recognition.

Besides the photo features, the 920SC will offer a 2.4" display, a microSD (max. 2 GB) slot, and support for W-CDMA and tri-band GSM (900/1800/1900). The 920SC makes its official drop tomorrow in Japan.



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Xing Bao N98 dual side display, uses Apple logo

Xing Bao N98 dual side display, uses Apple logo


We suppose there is no use hiding it if you really want to pull in the Apple customers. The Xing Bao N98 is an iPhone clone with a twist. The front of the device features a 3" touch display, while the back side contains a 1.2" display with a old-fashion (non-touch) keypad and oddly enough, an Apple logo (which we are almost positive isn't a licensed usage :-) ). The N98 also packs in a 1.3 MP camera, Bluetooth, handwriting input, and a MicroSD slot. Running off of the 900 / 1800 MHz frequencies, the phone sells for only $180. Sometimes we really wish we lived in China.



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Nokia crawling back to CDMA? Qualcomm wins!

Nokia crawling back to CDMA? Qualcomm wins!With the intense quarrel between Qualcomm and Nokia, who could have expected that Nokia would file a FCC application for a phone featuring CDMA support? Apparently, the feud is cooling down, since this recently revealed FCC shows that Nokia definitely has plans for a CDMA/EV-DO device in the works. The device, stated as model RM-347, doesn't really have any specs to speak of, and the FCC diagram makes the device resemble more of a taser than a phone. At least it's a sign that the end to the Qualcomm vs. Nokia days could be upon us.



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Motorola phone tested with hydrogen fuel cell

Motorola phone tested with hydrogen fuel cell


Canadian firm, Angstrom Power has successfully completed a test which replaced the battery of a Motorola device with a hydrogen fuel cell. The fuel cell was added on to the device as a permanent replacement, without making the device any larger than normal. The hydrogen batteries tested take on 10 minutes to recharge, which is a vast improvement over your typical device. The batteries are only a prototype for now, but Angstrom plans on having a full scale production set up by 2010.



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Samsung M800 for Sprint: F490 for the US

Samsung M800 for Sprint: F490 for the US

Sources have unleashed some info about a new Samsung device headed to Sprint, the M800. Yes, of course it features a touch screen and a very Apple-inspired looking interface. It actually looks stunningly similar (in other words, identical) to the recent F490 device, could even be a US variant of the device. The phones might look exactly identical, but the specs have some differences.

Sadly, the US version looks to be a stripped down version of the F490, featuring a 2 MP camera rather than the 5 MP of its sister device. The Croix interface is also most likely stripped for a more Sprint-approved UI, and the M800 only seems to offer dual band CDMA networking, with a side of EV-DO. You can also expect GPS and stereo Bluetooth support. So the price must be lower too. Well, it better be.



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January 10, 2008


Samsung gets official with F490, more pics

Samsung gets official with F490, more pics


Late last month, Samsung revealed a duo of previously unannounced phones in Ukraine, including the SGH-F490. We've got some new official information and images, and we're impressed. Featuring a 3.2" touchscreen, the F490 can be used in both landscape and normal viewing modes, much like the iPhone. Don't be so hasty as writing this device off as just another iPhone competitor.

Along with the cool display and interface, the F490 features a 5 MP camera (sweet!), 130 MB of built-in storage, and a microSD card slot. It can even record QVGA resolution videos at 15 frames per second. Samsung's Croix UI is looking pretty snazzy, a little minimal, with a twist of modern sleek. The device also offers tri-band GSM/EDGE connections (900/1800/1900 MHz), with a small dip into a higher UTMS 2100 MHz frequency. Should be available in Europe in February for close to 530 Euros (~$780).



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Yahoo launches new Go 3.0, now with widgets

Yahoo launches new Go 3.0, now with widgets

Yahoo has had a busy few days over the span of CES. First, they offered a new mobile home page, and now they have introduced the start of their Go 3.0 service, a fully-functional mobile offering. Featuring a rich variety of widgets which can be custom tuned to the user's needs, Yahoo is allowing third-party companies to design their own widgets for the mobile interface.

So far, MTV, eBay, and even MySpace have joined forces for the Yahoo 3.0 Go network, with many more planned widgets on the way. So far the new Yahoo service only works on about 30 devices, and only in the US, but plans are to expand in the near future.



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January 09, 2008


UTStarcom's unannounced TXT 8010

UTStarcom's unannounced TXT 8010UTStarcom had a few surprises up their sleeves at CES, including this TXT 8010 which was previously unannounced. The full-QWERTY device features a 2.2" display, dual-band CDMA support with BREW, a VGA camera, and MicroSD removable memory. UTStarcom is also the only booth at CES which is showing a full array of AWS-enabled devices, which planned to be used by T-Mobile when they launch their stateside 3G network.



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iPhone gets a virus, score one for Apple

iPhone gets a virus, score one for Apple


As odd as it might sound, the appearance of this Apple iPhone virus which has been reportedly making the rounds is a good thing for the Cupertino boys. Sources say that a new virus targets the iPhone, but only iPhone's which are unlocked. This could definitely aid Apple in convincing iPhone users to not purchase unlocked devices.

Though there is a spot of gray on this cloud. It appears that the virus in question was designed by an 11-year old kid. Let the "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?" jokes roll.



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Gates says Microsoft has no plans on iPhone rival

Gates says Microsoft has no plans on iPhone rivalBill Gates, CEO of Microsoft, has made a statement saying that the software giant has no plans on offering a rival to the iPhone, and will further focus on their Windows Mobile software. While some of you might have been wanting to see a Zune Phone, this is a smart decision on Gates' part. Microsoft's game is software, not hardware. Apple will always have the upper hand over Microsoft as far as the hardware business goes. With the massive amount of Windows Mobile phones on the loose, Microsoft surely has their hands full on the phone front.



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T-Mobile Nokia 2760 passes FCC

T-Mobile Nokia 2760 passes FCC


Released in Europe in Q3 of last year, the Nokia 2760 entry-level device from Nokia has cleared the FCC hurdle on making its way to the US market. Of course, we'd much rather be telling you about a much more exciting device being cleared (ahem, S60 Touch), but for now, this is the best Nokia has to offer in terms of new NAM devices.

The 2760 tops out at a GPRS capability, and doesn't offer much in terms of media or fun little goodies. So, Nokia has another entry-level phone heading to the states. How thrilling.



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Motorola displays two new W-Series low-end phones

Motorola displays two new W-Series low-end phones

Motorola has revealed two new entries to their W-Series of devices with the W230 (pictured) and the W270. Both devices feature identical specs, including a special music button that allows users to enter the music menu with one push, as well as media-centric microSD card storage and FM radio.

Because of the mini-sized 1.6" displays, the battery life on these new phones' are out of this world. Offering 550 minutes of talk time, with standby power exceeding over 18 days (!). Of course you get the drawback of having a super small display in return. The only difference between the two phones lies in their design, with the W230 sporting a candybar form factor, while the W270 rocks a clamshell design.



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