Verzio Introduces its First HSDPA PDA Phone in Asia

Verzio Envii is powered by the Marvell PXA270 processor at 624MHZ. Running on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 platform, Verzio Envii gives access to information and operations including Microsofts Office applicantions, media player functions,Outlook Mobile with Direct Push, mobile Internet Explorer, Active Sync, and other vbasic functions that are usually accessible only from desktop computers. It also has a large built-in 1GB Flash ROM that can be extended to 4GB with the use of Micro SD.
Specifications:
* Network: GSM Triband (900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz)
* HSDPA / UTMS / GPRS
* OS: Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional
* Dimension: 106 x 58 x 18 mm
* Weight: 145 grams
* Memory: 1GB ROM / 64MB RAM
* Display: 2.7-inch 64k colors TFT
* Dual Speaker with SRS WOW HD
* 2 megapixel camera
* Secondary video camera for video call
* mini-USB
* 2.5mm Audio Jack
* Bluetooth
* WiFi b/g
* FM Radio with RDS
* 1530 mAh battery
* Up to 4 hours GSM talk time
* Up to 2 hours UTMS talk time
* Up to 200 hours standby time
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Touch on Samsung TouchWiz F480

“The F480 is a significant addition to our touch screen mobile portfolio, bringing a totally new and exciting user experience. The F480 is just the first in a series of touch-screen mobiles we are launching this year, to provide our consumers with a more rewarding and engaging user interface; one that’s more fun, easier to use and more personal.” said Geesung Choi, President of Samsung’s Telecommunication Business.
Industry-leading Touch Experience blended with compact and sleek Design
The Samsung F480 combines a new and unique TOUCHWiZ UI, having specially designed widgets to customise and personalise the way you use your phone, packaged in a slim and premium form.
The quick and simple ‘drag and drop’ feature lets users have instant access to their favourite functions at a moment’s touch. A unique menu of widgets display functions such as the clock, radio player, music player and more personal elements including photos and birthday reminders, which users can ‘drag and drop’ onto their home screens to suit their personal needs. Samsung’s differentiated tactile technology also gives users a tangible and pleasing feedback sensation when items are selected.
“Samsung’s F480 has been designed with its users in mind, ensuring that its aesthetically pleasing design was equally matched when it came to the way that users interact with the mobile.” said Jay Kim from Samsung’s UX Design Team.
“Our TOUCHWiZ UI, housed within this slim and minimalist design, means that Samsung has secured its position at the forefront of the market.” said Kim.
The ultra-slim credit card size and refined texture make the F480 smooth and stylish. The chic, brushed metal finish gives it visual sophistication, further enhanced by its premium leather case, which also serves to protect the touch screen when you’re on the move.
The smart and emotional touch interface coupled with its sophisticated design appeal to users who are looking for the latest functionality and enjoy expressing their individuality.
Seamless Connectivity and Multimedia Entertainment
Despite its slim 11.6 mm body, the F480 also boasts all the multimedia functions you would expect from a premium Samsung mobile. This includes 240 MB of internal music memory, a memory card with up to 8GB storage, an integrated FM radio, a 5 megapixel camera featuring auto focus and a CMOS video lens.
In addition, the phone also offers high-end camera features which are better known on a digital SLR than a camera phone, such as automatic face detection technology and a sophisticated image stabiliser.
The ‘smile shot’ mode makes its first appearance ever on a mobile phone in the Samsung F480. This intelligent feature enables the camera to detect when the subject is smiling and automatically take a picture, so you can capture your happiest moments.
The F480’s high speed internet access (HSDPA) and USB 2.0 connectivity enables users to transfer and download data faster. Whether they are music or video files, customers can enjoy all the benefits of being online on-the-go.

The launch will be supported with a European advertising campaign. The F480 will be available from June in major European markets and soon across other GSM regions. To learn more about the F480 and Samsung’s mobile technology and handsets, please visit www.samsungmobile.com
Labels: Samsung
AT&T announced Pantech Breeze

AT&T wireless announced Pantech Breeze.The handset have a large color display with a resolution of 128×160. The quad band Breeze comes with a VGA camera, Bluetooth and uniquely designed quick call keys under the display.
The entry level clamshell is priced at $49.99 with a 2 year service agreement.
Microsoft announces display advertising on Windows Live for mobile services

This builds upon Microsoft’s initial launch of mobile advertising for MSN Mobile in, France, , Spain, the U.K. and the U.S. where mobile ads are available alongside premium MSN Mobile content. Advertising on Windows Live for mobile is already available in Spain, and later this month will be available in Germany, Italy and the Netherlands, further extending its availability for advertisers. All ads placed on these two popular services will adhere to Mobile Marketing Association (MMA) guidelines.
Microsoft also announced plans to further expand its mobile offerings for advertisers to now include mobile search advertisements on Live Search Mobile. For the first time invited advertisers can create keyword campaigns through Microsoft adCenter that target customers on the go while they are using Live Search Mobile. This will be the first time that Microsoft has enabled advertisers to monetize its popular mobile search service. The beta is currently available in the U.S. and will be expanded in the second half of 2008.
HTC Touch Dual coming to Best Buy stores

HTC and Best Buy are finally getting ready to make the North American version of the HTC Touch Dual available to U.S. customers.The HTC Touch Dual will come with Windows Mobile 6.1, HTC’s unique TouchFLO touch-based user interface, a 2 megapixel camera and HSDPA network support. $549 (before tax) will leave you if ever you get hypnotized enough to go and purchase this thing.
The handset will be on sale at Best Buy retail locations, on the Best Buy website, and through any specialized Best Buy Mobile store.
Labels: HTC
Nokia 5310 XpressMusic Phone Available at T-Mobile USA

The Nokia 5310 XpressMusic will come preloaded with two exclusive new hits - one from rock sensation Panic At The Disco and one from Phantom Planet. As an added bonus, the Nokia 5310 is also loaded with Panic At The Disco’s latest video, “That Green Gentleman,” plus an exclusive making-of video with a greeting from the band.
The Nokia 5310 XpressMusic is available in three stylish color combinations exclusively from T-Mobile: black/red, black/purple and black/orange. Additional features of the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic include:
* T-Mobile myFaves-enabled
* Music player with dedicated external music controls
* MP3 and video ring tones
* Stereo Bluetooth connectivity
* 2.0 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom
* Video capture and playback
* FM radio
* 1GB microSD card included in box (support for up to 4GB)
* Digital music player (supports AAC, eAAC+, MP3 and Windows Media Audio formats)
* 2-inch QVGA 240×320 display with up to 16 million colors
* Stereo wired headset
* 3.5 mm headphone jack, compatible for use with most music player earphones
* Hands-free speaker
* Voice dialing, voice commands and voice recorder
* Tri-band 850/1800/1900 MHz GSM, GPRS, EDGE
* Dimensions: 1.76 x 4.09 x 0.39 inches, 3.0 ounces
Labels: Nokia
Nokia Maps 2.0 Officially Available

Nokia today announced that Nokia Maps is ready for consumers to download. Downloaded over 240,000 times since announced in February, Nokia Maps 2.0 has improved its optional Car Navigation, enhanced its pedestrian navigation, added multimedia city guides, now offers satellite images, and is sporting a redesigned user interface.
A new beta version of the Nokia Map Loader is available on the Nokia Betalabs web site. For download and more information, please visit http://www.maps.nokia.com
Labels: Nokia
AT&T Launches Free Wi-Fi for LaptopConnect Customers

AT&T’s LaptopConnect customers can now access more than 17,000 Wi-Fi hot spots free of charge. Users can access Wi-Fi at nearly 7,000 participating Starbucks locations plus thousands more AT&T Wi-FiSM locations, including restaurants, airports, hotels and other convenient locations across the United States. AT&T also offers free Wi-Fi access to qualifying broadband subscribers. The company plans to expand free Wi-Fi access to additional wireless customers in the future.
The offer is available to customers who subscribe to a DataConnect plan of $59.99 or more.
Sony Ericsson G702 picks up by FCC

Yesterday the Sony Ericsson BeiBei, Sony Ericsson G702 has just got FCC approved. Other than the model information, pictures of the test copy are posted on the document list as well.The FCC confirms that is has GSM/EDGE 850/1900 as well as Bluetooth radios. There is a 3.2 megapixel camera, M2 memory slot, and roller bar for navigating the screen. The G702 also comes with a red stylus, suggesting that it will be a touch screen device.
Labels: Sony Ericsson
iPass Provides Wi-Fi Connectivity for Windows Mobile 6 Devices; iPhone and Blackberry Support Planned

With more than 100,000 business-class hotspots worldwide, iPass Wi-Fi connectivity gives smart phone users an alternative to 2.5G and 3G access provided by cellular providers. iPass service auto-detecting available Wi-Fi networks in their area and automatically connecting to their bookmarked locations.
Use of Windows Mobile handhelds in the Mobile Office service is priced at a flat monthly rate for the enterprise based on the number of active users. For individuals in the United States looking for a subscription to the iPassConnect mobility service, pricing information is available at: www.ipassconnect.com.
via [mobileburn]
Labels: BlackBerry, iPhone, Software


