Acer Stream Coming Exclusively to Expansys on August 9
July 26, 2010
Acer and Expansys has officially announced the availability of the Acer Stream this coming August 9. A high-end multimedia smartphone, the Acer Stream is a nice mobile device both in and out. Inside the smartphone are powerful features that optimized the phone for movie playback, music listening and web browsing. Outside is a well design form factor made from highly resistant materials
Feature-wise, the Acer Stream is in full steam with advanced features topbilled by a 3.7-inch WVGA AMOLED display boasting of 1.67 million bright color. Completing its superb display feature is an incredible contrast of 2000:1 that allows the phone to display clear images even in light condition.
For its connectivity features, the Acer Stream offers fast 3G connectivity at around 7.2mbps download speed. It also features Bluetooth and WiFi n.
Specs-wise, the Acer Steam features Qualcomm Snapdragon 1GHz processor, 512MB RAM which are both perfect for running Android 2.1 OS.
The Acer Steam allows you to record 720 HD videos and have it played back with Dolby Mobile quality sound, powerful bass and crystal clear clarity.
Other features of the Acer Steam include - a 5MP camera, integrated GPS, geotagging, HDMI port, and micro-SD card support. The Steam has three types of predictive keyboards, a smart dialer and redesigned contacts list.
With all those features, the Acer Stream will let you quickly start favorite apps in one touch, easily switch apps with the History panel, customize your phone and enjoy smooth animation and fine graphics.
The Acer Steam retails for £399 at Expansys.
Samsung Launches the Galaxy S Smartphone with 4-inch AMOLED
March 24, 2010
Samsung has just launched its latest mobile phone offering, the new Samsung Galaxy S. Featuring a 4-inch AMOLED screen and a 1GHz mobile processor running the latest Android OS, the Samsung Galaxy S promises vibrant HD video handling, rich augmented reality content through Layar Reality Browser and advanced location based services. The Samsung Galaxy S is slated for a simultaneous release in Europe, North America, Latin America, Australia and Asia. Read more
Nokia Unveils the Nuron 5230 Smartphone for the Masses
March 8, 2010
Recently, Nokia and T-Mobile have announced the latest Nokia smartphone which is going to be marketed for the masses. Dubbed Nokia 5230 Nuron, this smartphone features social networking apps, maps with turn-by-turn navigation and more useful features. The Nokia Nuron is slated to be released under T-Mobile later this year.
Utilizing T-Mobile’s 3G network, the Nokia Nuron provides fast and dynamic web browsing. It’s key features include a 3.2-inch touch screen, Ovi Maps, AGPS, 3G and other features.
This smartphone offers a mobile solution that lets you make your way easily around town as well as download content and apps that will keep you entertained while on the move. It will also allow you to stay connected with friends and family through IM apps, SMS, persona and work e-mail as well as full HTML browsing capability.
The Nokia Nuron also comes packed with Ovi Maps which does not only provide you with turn-by-turn directions and navigation but also makes it easy for your to discover places to eat, concerts, movies and other Lonely Planet guides. It also lets you check the weather forecast as well as share your location through Facebook. The Nokia 5320 comes loaded with maps for the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Other features of the Nokia Nuron 5320 include - 2MP camera for both still pictures and video capture, FM radio, media player, and 70 MB internal memory with support for microSD card.
The Nokia Nuron 5320 boasts of 7 hours GSM and 4 hours 18 mins WCDMA talk time, 438 hours GSM and 458 hours WCDMA stand by time.
Nokia Unveils the C-Series with the Nokia C5 Phone
March 2, 2010
True to the rumor that has been going around the past few days, Nokia indeed has a new series of mobile phones, the C-Series. And to kick off, the new Nokia C5 was just launched. The Nokia C5 is another smartphone which optimized for social networking and sharing. It provides direct access to favorite contacts as well as Facebook status updates on its homescreen.
The Nokia C5 also supports MySpace, various instant messaging tools and email accounts through its Ovi Mail service. But of course other email clients are also supported by the Nokia C5. The phone also features a 3.2 megapixel camera, a 2GB memory card, assisted navigation, location sharing, web browsing and applications that can be purchase from the Nokia Ovi Store.
This phone runs on S60 3rd edition mobile OS and also boasts of a bright 2.2-inch display. It also has a built-in stereo FM radio, 3.5mm AV connector, and stereo IHF speaker.
Design-wise, the Nokia C5 sports a small form factor with just over 12mm and 46mm across. It provides up to 12 hours talktime and standby time of up to 26 days.
The Nokia C5 is slated for a 2nd quarter 2010 release and will be available in white and warm gray. It will have an estimated price of around 135 Euro.
Motorola Unveils its 8th Android Phone - Motorola QUENCH
February 15, 2010
Motorola is really going all out in producing more Android devices around the world. At the ongoing Mobile Web Congress, Motorola has just announced it latest Android-powered device called the Motorola QUENCH with MOTOBLUR. Let’s see, to date the Motorola Quench is the eight Android device from Motorola and it boasts of sleek touch-screen design, with pinch and zoom navigation and a touch pad.
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Sony Ericsson Intros the Aspen Smartphone with Windows Mobile 6.5.3
February 2, 2010
Sony Ericsson has announced its latest Windows Mobile phone - codenamed Aspen. What makes this handset special among the many Sony Ericsson smartphones is that it is the first device to be running on the latest Windows Mobile OS, version 6.5.3. Plus it is also the latest addition to Sony Ericsson’s GreenHeart portfolio.
The Sony Ericsson Aspen combines touch features and a real QWERTY keyboard that allows you to do multitasking activities. It also lets you organize the phone’s panels as well use Slide view to have quick access to the phone’s most commonly used features.
The phone also lets you view and edit office files or access the internet easily with one-touch operation. It’s QWERTY keyboard provides fast and easy typing experiences, and it even has Microsoft MyPhone service which remotely erases your phone’s data in case you lost the phone.
In addition, the Sony Ericsson Aspen also features MediaBrowser and PlayNow that lets you access social networks and media files. a-GPS, Google Maps and a 3.2 megapixel camera add to the phones rich features.
Other specs and features of the Sony Ericsson Aspen include - 2.4-inch TFT QVGA screen, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity features, microSD card slot, 10 hours talk time (GSM/GPRS), 450 hours standby time (GSM/GPRS), up to 8 hours talktime and 600 hours standby time (UMTS).
The sony Ericsson Aspen supports HSPA 900/2100 and EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, HSPA 850/900/2100 and EDGE 850/900/1800/1900.
It will be available Q2 in Iconic Black and White Silver.
Google Nexus One Review
January 20, 2010
It’s been two weeks since Google released its Nexus One Android phone and you might have already read several if not hundreds of reviews. And those reviews may have given you various opinions and comments about the Nexus One, that you might find it pretty confusing. So, to add to your confusion as to whether you would get the Nexus One or not, here’s CPN’s own take on the Google Nexus One.
Motorola Brings Android to Korea with the MOTOROI
January 18, 2010
Motorola is introducing the Android platform to the Korean market as the company unveiled the MOTOROI smart phone running on Android 2.0. MOTOROI boasts of effortless pinch-and-zoom browsing, cinematic navigation through music, videos and maps of the world. It also allows users to use multiple apps at the same time.
With Android 2.0 running, MOTOROI will Koreans access to thousands of Android-based applications which are continually growing, thanks to Android developers and the Android’s openness as well. The MOTOROI features a huge 3.7-inch, high-definition WVGA display in 480×854 resolution. This allows easier way to view full page websites, videos, games and photos. This display features touch user interface and a capacitive touch sensor that allows smooth flipping and scrolling of the screen. The MOTOROI also has five main display allowing you to customize its menu with various widgets.
Since it is an Android phone, the MOTOROI is capable of delivering Google’s mobile services as well as providing high-speed web browsing. It supports up to eight browser windows and lets you use various Google mobile services such as Google Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Google Talk and more.
Other features of the MOTOROI include - 8 megapixe camera with Xenon Flash and 720p HD camcorder. Its camera also features panorama, face detection, multi-shot, face filter, red eye reduction, camera shake prevention and many more. The MOTOROI also features HDMI allowing you to playback HD video from your phone directly to your HDTV. It also has an MP3 player, 3.5mm jack, 8GB internal storage and microSD support for storage expansion.
Source: Motorola
Palm Pre Plus Coming to Verizon Soon
January 14, 2010
Palm recently announced a new additino to its Pre smartphone series. Dubbed Palm Pre Plus, this new smartphone offers double memory and redesigned form factor from its predecessor. Similar to the features of the original Palm Pre, the Palm Pre Plus lets you navigate your life through a vivid touchscree, full keyboard and of course Palm’s intuitive webOS platform.
The Palm Pre Plus lets you run multiple apps at once as well as view websites and watch videos in widescreen display. It has a sliding keyboard and lets you view personal events or contacts together in one simple view.
Of course in the heart of the Palm Pre Plus is the Palm webOS, an itntuitive operating system which was designed around the web and how you an easily use it. The Palm Pre Plus lets you stay connected to various web-based information including Microsoft Outlook email addresses, Google calendar events and more.
Another noteable feature of the Palm Pre Plus is its large, bright touchscreen display which is perfect for watching videos, viewing websites or flipping through photos. It also allows you to easily charge the phone via the Touchstone Charging Dock.
For a quick rundown of the Palm Pre Plus features, here’s what you’re going to get - integrated IM, SMS and MMS, built-in GPS, 3 megapixel camera with LED flash, extended depth of field and geotagging features, accelerometer, ambient light and proximity, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g with WPA, WPA2 and WEP authentication, 16GB of RAM, USB mass storage support, 5.5 hours talkt time and 350 hours standby time.
The Palm Pre Plus will be available on January 25 at all Verizon Wireless outlets.
HTC Smart Brings Smartphone to the Masses
January 8, 2010
Another mobile phone got its share of the limelight at the ongoing CES 2010. This time the phone is a smart one, aptly called the HTC Smart. The HTC Smart is an easy-to-use, connected smartphone with friendly compact touch design and intuitive user experience, courtesy of the HTC Sense. The HTC Smart will be available in Europe and Asia this Spring.
HTC Smart is powered by HTC’s proprietary technology called HTC Sense - focusin gon three mobile core areas - Make it Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. It allows you to fully personalized the phone and gives quick and easy access to your friends activities on various social networks or through text messaging and email.
This new smartphone from HTC features the Qualcomm Brew MP, enabling the HTC Smart to offer the phone to a more affordable price point.
HTC Smart also comes with Scenes which is actually different configurations for the phones to represent the mood you are currently having. Scenes allows you to personalize the HTC Smart depending ont he current situation. For example there is a Scene that you can use on weekdays as well as Scenes during special occasion.
Technical specs of the HTC Smart include - 300MHz processor, Brew Mobile Platform OS, 256MB of RAM, 2.8-inch TFT-LCD touch sensitive screen with QVGA resolution, HSDPA/WCDMA, Bluetooth 2.0 with enhanced data rate and A2DP for Wireless stereo headsets, 3.0 MP camera with fixed focus and flashlight, audio and video playback capability for various formats, microSD memory card slot.
The HTC Smart allows 370 minutes talk time for WCDMA and up to 450 minutes for GSM. Stand by time is up to 600 hours WCDMA and 450 hours GSM.
