Nokia N81

With dedicated music and gaming keys, 3.5 mm headphone connector and 3G and WLAN connectivity, the Nokia N81 multimedia computer is a true mobile entertainment powerhouse.

With a sleek, polished surface and keys that light up when you activate them, accessing content on the 3D multimedia menu is fast and intuitive. Equally impressive, the Nokia N81 is configured to find, buy, manage and play music and games purchased from the Nokia Music Store and N-Gage games service.

The estimated retail price of the Nokia N81 is S$720 before subsidies or taxes. The Nokia N81 8GB is expected to retail for S$860 EUR before subsidies or taxes. Both versions are expected to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 2007.

LG Viewty 5.1-Megapixel Camera Phone

LG Electronics today announced the LG Viewty (Model: LG KU990), its first professional-level high feature camera phone, boasting a 5.1-megapixel camera with manual focus and image stabilizer features. The Viewty takes high quality photographs with endless possibilities to allow users to enhance their images through the extensive editing features of the phone.

The sleek handset, whose size defies its amount of features, introduces world's first 120 fps video recording feature in a mobile camera phone. A single-click connection to YouTube allows users to share their very own film moments with others on the internet.

The Viewty, the first handset representing LG Mobile's new feature-oriented category, combines ultimate functionality with sensational style. The name 'LG Viewty' has been chosen to encapsulate the enjoyment of viewing and sharing high-quality photos. This is made possible through the large LCD screen and extensive functionality of the camera phone.

The LG Viewty which will be available for buy from October, will first be revealed during the IFA 2007 in Berlin on August 31, 2007.

Nokia 6555 3G Fashion Phone

Nokia announced the 6555, a new 3G mobile phone that pairs original design and quality workmanship with outstanding features. The Nokia 6555 is the first WCDMA phone with a smooth-back fold design with recessed hinge creating a seamless line when open. With a gentle curve ensuring a smooth and ergonomic user experience, the Nokia 6555 is an accessible option for discerning consumers.

Adding to its attraction, the Nokia 6555 features a QVGA 16 million color internal display - twice as many colors as the human eye can see - for a brilliant, crisp resolution on a large 240 x 320 px screen, making it perfect for viewing photos and videos. The camera featuring a 6x zoom gives even greater versatility and full screen portrait viewfinder so users can be sure they get the right picture every time. The self-portrait function on the camera and video sharing ability ensures that special moments are easily shared with family and friends.

From the thin, narrow form factor with smooth lines to the 30 MB user memory (with capacity for microSD expandable memory) and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, the Nokia 6555 sets the standard in its class.

Sony Ericsson K770i 3.2MP Camera Phone Revealed

Sony Ericsson today announced the K770i Cyber-shot phone, an all in-one digital camera, photo album and phone.

At just 14.5 mm slim and finished in a Truffle Brown color, the K770i can take photos comparable to a standalone digital camera. By sliding open the lens cover, users are ready to snap photos. Once in camera mode the 1.9-inch screen becomes the viewfinder, and the Cyber-shot based menu becomes visible displaying eight lit icons across the keypad. These serve as 1-click shortcuts to each of the camera's key functions, such as picture size and photo light. Also able to capture video, the camera comes with a powerful photo light for indoor photo-taking and filming. For spontaneous snapshots with poor light conditions, a Photo fix option offers PC-free photo editing on the phone.

A slide show feature lets users show photos to people who are around, while options to post pictures to a 'blogsite' or online gallery are also included.

Consumers can transfer photos swiftly from the K770i Cyber-shot phone to a PC or laptop by using the USB cable provided in-box. Alternatively, if they prefer to print the pictures, the 3.2-megapixel camera with auto-focus delivers picture quality that is good enough to print photos out at upto A4 size (297 mm x 210 mm). Users can even connect the K770i direct to a printer using PictBridge for PC-free printing.

Supporting Memory Stick Micro (M2), the K770i comes with a 256 MB memory card that lets consumers store up to 200 photos of the best quality. Peruse the photo album whilst listening to favorite music tracks on the in-built media player. Or tune in to the FM radio with RDS that seeks out clear reception on-the-move.

Users who invest in a Stereo Bluetooth Headset will be able to stream music wirelessly from the phone and enjoy songs handsfree. The Stereo Bluetooth Headset HBH-DS200 can be auto-paired with the K770i and offers up to 6 hours of talktime or music listening time.

The K770i is a GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 and UMTS 2100 phone that will be available in Truffle Brown in selected markets from autumn 2007.

LG Trax

AT&T today announced the new LG Trax, a sleek multi-purpose clamshell device that offers blazing-fast 3G HSDPA data speeds and the convenience of stereo Bluetooth functionality.

The LG Trax features AT&T Mobile Music, giving users access to subscription music services such as Napster and eMusic, in addition to Music ID song-recognition software, music videos and The Buzz music news portal. The handset is MobiTV and XM Radio Mobile-capable, so customers can enjoy streaming live TV and digital radio all in one device.

The Trax's 3G data speeds through AT&T's UMTS/HSDPA network allows users to access AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service and the Internet while they're on the go. CV features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. The phone will also support AT&T's Video Share service, the first service in the U.S. that enables users to share live video over their wireless phones while on a voice call.

In addition to Video Share and a 1.3-megapixel camera, the Trax also offers in-camera photo-editing. This feature enhances the mobile photo-editing experience by allowing users to rotate, resize and crop photos and insert text into the photo images directly on the handset. The Trax even offers the option to make virtual cards with the photo editor function by inserting text and frames to create an instant mobile greeting. Additional features of the LG Trax:

- Frequency - GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (Quad-Band), UMTS/HSDPA: 850/1900 MHz
- Data Transmission - GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA
- Dimensions - 3.89 inches high; 2.01 inches wide; 0.62 inches deep
- Weight - 3.55 oz
- Music Player - Includes external touch pad (supports MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+/eAAC+) and customizable equalizer and visualization
- microSD Memory Port - extra storage up to 4 GB
- Bluetooth Capability (v1.2) - Supports the headset, hands-free, dial-up networking, advanced audio distribution, object push, file transfer and audio/video remote control profiles. Also includes Bluetooth stereo headset support for music
- Mobile Email - Yahoo!, AOL, AIM, Windows Live, and AT&T accounts
- Instant Messages - AIM, Windows Live, Yahoo! Messenger

Motorola RAZR2 V9m Announced

Verizon Wireless today announced the planned availability of the Motorola RAZR2 V9m in September. Offering a combination of style and Verizon Wireless' multimedia features, the RAZR2 V9m is ideal for customers seeking a sleek, music-centric multimedia phone.

Equipped with external touch-sensitive keys for quick access to music, camera and advanced speech recognition and wrapped in stainless steel, the RAZR2 V9m is VCAST-capable and equipped for use with popular applications, such as VZ Navigator. Users will be able to enjoy over-the-air full-track music downloads from VCAST Music, Verizon Wireless' catalog of over two million songs. To enhance the music experience, the RAZR2 V9m comes with Bluetooth stereo support for listening to music.

The Motorola RAZR2 V9m also has a 2.0-megapixel camera with 4x zoom and picture, video, text, and instant messaging (IM) capabilities, which allow Verizon Wireless customers to capture moments while staying in touch on-the-go.

Samsung Blast Messaging Slider Announced

Samsung today announced the availability of the Samsung Blast (SGH-T729), a crimson and black slider phone that conceals an enhanced keypad for easy text entry, so staying connected via text messages, instant messages and e-mails is simple.

Available exclusively from T-Mobile, the Blast - Samsung's first U.S. slider phone to feature a QWERTY-like keypad - provides ample space to let fingers move at a faster pace. Typing becomes more intuitive, with greater control over the letters and words being entered.

In addition, the Blast is the first T-Mobile phone to provide direct access to personal email, including AOL email, Yahoo! Mail and Gmail, making it easy to check messages anytime of the day. For added convenience, email messages can be read and responded to for the same pricing as text and picture messages - meaning there's no required data package to purchase.

The Blast features a variety of additional features, including access to instant messaging with built-in support for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), ICQ, Windows Live Messenger and Yahoo! Messenger, stereo Bluetooth technology, a 1.3-megapixel camera with video capture, external memory card slot, MP3 player and speaker independent voice recognition. Users also can stay connected while traveling worldwide with the Blast's quad-band technology.

The Blast also is the first phone to feature an enhanced T-Mobile myFaves experience. Blast users who are myFaves subscribers can send an audio postcard, which lets users send a voice message to accompany a photo. Users can also send an email or launch an IM client, in addition to a text message, right from the myFaves home screen. Plus, users need never forget another birthday with the ability to set birthday reminders for those in their 'fave' five.

Samsung G600 5.0-Megapixel Camera Phone Unveiled

Samsung today announced the Samsung SGH-G600, the first GSM 5.0-megapixel camera phone for European market. Housed in a fashionable black two-toned slider shell, the G600 is the latest member of Samsung's range of handsets and is made to capture quality pictures of priceless moments.

Consumers can use various modes such as panoramic or mosaic settings and enjoy built-in Power LED flash, image stabiliser and image enhancer. For a better viewing experience, the G600 incorporates a 2.2-inch LCD with 16 million colors and full Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity, enabling people to view larger pictures and graphics and helping users read text or Web pages in full.

The Samsung G600 is also equipped with a host of multimedia features designed for those on the go. Music lovers will enjoy the embedded MP3 player, which can be customized to individual tastes and preferences. With improved internet browsing, users will benefit from NetFront Browser v.3.4, which provides PC-like browser capabilities on the phone.

Samsung has pushed camera phone technology with the launch of series of industry's first camera phones including the 5.0-megapixel camera phone (SCH-S250) in 2004, 7.0-megapixel camera phone (SCH-V770) in 2005, and finally 10.0-megapixel camera phone (SCH-B600) in 2006 for Korean domestic market.

Blackberry 8820 Cellular/ Wifi Device Unveiled

The first BlackBerry to combine EDGE/GPRS/GSM cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity for data access and voice support through UMA (unlicensed mobile access). Featuring RIM's thinnest smartphone design with a full QWERTY keyboard, large and bright display (320 x 240 px), trackball navigation system, the BlackBerry 8820 also includes built-in GPS (Global Positioning System), RIM's latest media player enhancements, and a microSD / microSDHC (microSD High Capacity) expandable memory slot that can support microSD memory cards up to 32 GB.

Supporting 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi standards, BlackBerry 8820 users can access data through public hotspots and wireless home networks. The smartphone works with both BlackBerry Enterprise Server and BlackBerry Internet Service and can switch between cellular networks and a Wi-Fi network to allow users to access email, Instant Messaging, organizer, web browsing and other mobile data applications.

The BlackBerry 8820 is compliant with Wi-Fi security protocols including WEP (Wireless Equivalency Protocol), WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2, as well as Cisco Compatible Extensions for simple, secure connectivity with Cisco wireless solutions. For enterprises that require Wi-Fi users to access the corporate network through a VPN (Virtual Private Network), the BlackBerry 8820 includes IPSec-based software that supports the most commonly deployed VPN gateways from vendors including Cisco, Check Point and others.

Samsung SGH-L760 Launched for Mobile Bloggers

Samsung today introduced the SGH-L760, a new 3G mobile phone that offers essential features to aid users in maintaining their blogs. The L760 allows users to update content and photos to their blogs anywhere with just one-click, by uploading contents as in the form of title + description + tag.

The L760 is a sexy UMTS 3G slider equipped with the most of popular mobile features including a 2.0-Megapixel Camera, Really Simple Syndication (RSS) Reader, FM Radio with Radio Data System (RDS), the latest music features and much more to entertain mobile users.

Satisfying users' needs of having a user-friendly hardware & software menu interface, up-to-date multimedia features and stylish design, the SGH-L760 meets the mobile service carriers' needs to encourage their customer's mobile data usage through fun and convenient mobile data experience. It also offers a stylish and slim design that makes its owner to be proud of. The reflective mirror surface and trendy metallic colors make L760 stand out among other 3G mobile phones. The L760 gives exciting experience of mobile blogging and multimedia entertainment to end users and an opportunity to increase data ARPU to service carriers.

The L760 will be available in major European countries beginning late July and will be expanded into Asian countries.

Motorola Deluxe

The Motorola Deluxe (ic902) is the newest phone utilizing the Nextel National Network (iDEN) for walkie-talkie services and the Sprint Nationwide Network (CDMA) for voice and data services. The Deluxe utilizes both of Sprint's networks depending upon the service being used. For walkie-talkie services, the handset will operate on the Nextel National Network (iDEN) giving customers the ability to instantly connect with more than 20 million Nextel Walkie-Talkie users coast to coast. The Deluxe (ic902) also supports Direct Talk for short-range off-network walkie-talkie conversations between users with other Direct Talk-capable Nextel phones.

The Deluxe (ic902) also features Bluetooth Stereo capabilities for pairing with compatible headsets and other devices as well as an integrated MP3 player with the ability to enjoy MP3s, audio files and audio podcasts. Multimedia files are easily stored on the included 128 MB microSD removable memory card. The Deluxe (ic902) supports SMS text messaging and is GPS-enabled for navigation, including support for TeleNav.

Samsung i620, the i600 successor ?

Thin, yes, but you won't hear many folks call Samsung's SGH-i600 (the BlackJack in these parts) a beautiful phone. With Windows Mobile 5 Smartphone and HSDPA, it's very functional -- but the praise stops there.

It looks like Samsung's poised to change that all-work-and-no-play image with the i600's alleged successor, though. Pictured above is a phone said to be the SGH-i620, a slider sporting just a 94 x 59mm outline when closed. Despite the tiny dimensions, the i620 maintains its smartphone status and actually one-ups the i600 by coming preinstalled with Windows Mobile 6 Standard.

Other specs are up in the air -- Samsung hasn't officially announced this one yet -- but it seems that GSM 850 is nowhere to be found, so unless AT&T wants to have another go at it, we may not be able to use this one over here. The BlackJack has been a strong seller

Sony Ericsson W960i

Navigate the Sony Ericsson W960i and browse media files with the touch of a finger (or stylus). Pressing the touch controls finds the way to whatever type of entertainment is needed. The 2.6-inch touch-sensitive display is also ideal for Web browsing.

Consumers can hook up to the Web using the 3G network or a Wi-Fi access point and visit their favorite pages, buy music online, and download new programs. Up to 700 albums - or 8,000 songs - can be stored on the 8 GB of internal memory. With two headsets supplied in the box (one of these the new Stereo Bluetooth Headset HBH-DS220) and a music listening time of up to 27 hours, users are free to dance much more than the night away. The W960i also boasts a 3.2-megapixel camera within its 16 mm frame. Auto focus makes photos sharper, and with picture messaging or email users can share them instantly.

Apple iPhone - Another Breakthrough ?

The Apple iPhone combines three products - a mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and an Internet communication device with email, web browsing, searching and maps - into one small and lightweight handheld. Offering an entirely new user interface the iPhone integrates a large multi-touch display and new software, letting users control iPhone with just their fingers. The iPhone allows users to make calls by pointing at a name or number.

iPhone’s accelerometer detects when users rotate the device from portrait to landscape, then automatically changes the contents of the display, so they immediately see the entire width of a web page or a photo in its proper landscape aspect ratio.

An ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the display’s brightness to the appropriate level for the current ambient light, thereby enhancing the user experience and saving power at the same time.

Doubles as a widescreen iPod with touch controls to enjoy content - including music, audiobooks, videos, TV shows, and movies - on a 3.5-inch widescreen display.

Features Cover Flow, Apple's way to browse the music library by album cover artwork on an iPodWatch TV shows and movies purchased from the online iTunes Store, with touch controls for play-pause, chapter forward-backward and volume.

Integrated with Yahoo! Mail to 'push' IMAP email to iPhone users or with industry standard IMAP and POP based email services, such as Microsoft Exchange, Apple .Mac Mail, AOL Mail, and Google Gmail