Motorola Launches the Ruggedized i1 Push-to-Talk Phone
March 22, 2010
The CTIA 2010 kicks off today in Las Vegas and this early Motorola is announcing its latest Android phone with a rather unusual look and features. The Motorola i1 is the first iDEN device that carries the features of most smartphones today thanks to the Android OS running on it. Some of these smartphone features include - a 3.1 inch touch screen, Wi-Fi, optimized browsing experience, Opera Mini 5 browser, access to thousands of Android apps from the Android Marketplace and of course push-to-talk feature. Motorola is releasing the i1 ruggedized phone to Sprint anytime this summer.
The Motorola i1 boasts of a solid body construction that passed military specs for protecting against dust, shock, vibration and blowing rain. It was designed for users who sport a rugged lifestyle and working environment. The phone automatically syncs and integrates with office and personal information including your emails, calendar appointments and contacts. It also syncs with Microsoft Document Viewer and corporate synch for Word or Powerpoint files.
The phone also features both Android standard virtual keyboard and Swype virtual keyboards offering you a easy time when composing messages. It’s high 5 megapixel camera has flash, geo-tagging and panoramic features - providing your with crips photos and clear displays perfectly suited for its vibrant 3.1-inch HVGA screen. The phone also comes with a microSD card and the latest Opera Mini 5 browser that provide quick internet browsing on Nextel Network and Wi-Fi. Plus, the phone is Flash 8-enabled as well, thanks to the Android browser.
The Motorola i1 is slated for release this summer under various Sprint data plans including the Sprint Everything Data 450 plan with Any Mobile, AnytimeSM for only $69.99 per month, and the Sprint Business Advantage Messaging and Data PlanSM starting at $59.99 per month.
Introducing the Motorola Quantico Ruggedized Phone
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This one almost slipped by. In case you’re looking for a simple and yet highly durable mobile phone, you might want to check out the Motorola Quantico. According to Motorola, this device was built to survive and designed to let you thrive. It features a tough-as-nails exterior and form factor characterized by chrome, glash, mesh and rubber forging. Certainly a perfect mobile companion especially if you sport a rugged lifestyle. Read more
China Mobile Gets to be the First to Sell the Dell Mini 3i
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By the end of this month, Chinal Mobile will earn the distinct honor of being the first mobile carrier worldwide to sell Dell’s latest product - the Dell Mini 3i smartphone. This new smartphone boasts of mult-touch feature and is geared to leverage China Mobiles new Ophone and Mobile Market platforms. Read more
Going Rugged with Verizon and Casio’s G’zone Phone
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Want to go ruggedized with your next cellphone purchase? How about checking out Verizon Wireless’ Casio G’Zone Rock phone? This ruggedized phone is perfect for customers who sport active lifestyles. It operates in six modes - Earth compass, walking counter, Astro calendar, sunrise sunset, tides and thermometer. This was made possible by the phone’s triple sensor technology. So, this phone is practically a good device whether you going out on hunting, fishing, hiking or climbing trip. It will ensure that you’re connected wirelessly anytime. Read more
Acer Announces its First Android Phone - the Acer Liquid
October 14, 2009
Acer is coming out with its first Android phone which is also powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Dubbed the Acer Liquid, this smartphone combines cutting-edge technologies, software innovation and an ultra-fluid user interface. It boasts of outstanding multimedia, web browsing, social media integration and video streaming, plus a unique and modern style. Read more
National Geography Launches its Own Dual-Sim Phone - Duet D888
April 15, 2009
If you’ve been following the cellphone market, you’d know that National Geographic has already release a mobile phone not so long ago. Following up this phone is its second dubbed Duet D888. What’s so special about this phone aside from being a National Geographic branded phone is the fact that it has dual-sim capability. The D888 has one slot for your international sim card and another slot to hold the SIM card of a carrier of your choice. Read more
AT&T Quietly Releases the Ruggedized Samsung A657 Phone
April 10, 2009
AT&T has quietly released a new ruggedized and tough push-to-talk mobile handset from Samsung - the A657. This candy bar phone was tested to withstand the harshest conditions and is preloaded with AT&T Navigator and can be installed with downloadable applications such as Telenav Track and Xora Mobile Workforce Management tools. The Samsung A657 can be mounted on your car’s dashboard and also serve as as light source, thanks to its built-in flashlight. Read more
U.S. Cellular Brings the LG UX280 Red and Silver Wine
January 20, 2009
U.S. Cellular has just added a new LG mobile phones to its line-up of clamshell phones - the LG UX280 Wine. Fittingly available in Red and Silver design, the LG UX280 is a basic mobile phone with easy-to-use features. It boasts of a decent 1.3 megapixel camera, voice command, one-touch speakerphone and Bluetooth. The LG UX 280 is available under U.S. Cellular for$29.95 after mail-rebate and comes with a two-year service agreement under the cellular provider. Read more
Fujitsu Announces the first Waterproof Cellphone - the F-01A
January 19, 2009
NTT DOCOMO of Japan and Authentec, fingerprint sensors and solutions provider have announced the new Fujitsu F01A cell phone offering full fingerprint sensor and a waterproof compact form factor made possible by Authentec’s two revolutionary technology. The TrueNav technology for the phone’s touchpad-like navigational control using Authentec’s AES1711 fingerprint sensor and Touchstone packaging which makes the phone resistant to water. Read more
Phenom Watch Phone is a Cellphone, a Music Player and Digital Camera Rolled into One
December 30, 2008
We have to agree with Phenom Communications Inc.’s when it announced that it’s new product the Phenom Watch Phone is the most innovative gadget in the world. Where else can you find a gadget that fits in an unlocked GSM cell phone, an MP3 and MP4 player, a digital and video camera? Suffice to say that all these functionalities are contained in a cool-looking compact watch? Believe it or not, it has happened and it sort of everyman’s dream gadget, right? Read more
