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Nokia 7510 SuperNova to launch with T-Mobile USA This Month

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:45:27 +0000

Nokia today confirm that the Nokia 7510 in clamshell form factor will be offered by T-Mobile USA exclusively. The Nokia 7510 Supernova features magical light effects with a hidden-until-lit display and a reminder light. With a push-to-open side key design, the phone features a 2 megapixel camera with NIPS, LED flash, 4x digital zoom, 2.2 inch QVGA display and a new user friendly Nokia web browser for easy access to Nokia Search, Share on OVI and Flickr. It will also allow T-Mobile customers to use the UMA connectivity – allowing flexibility between using the cellular and Wi-Fi networks for calls.

With the Nokia 7510 Supernova, consumers can enjoy and manage music with an FM Radio, an enhanced MP3 player, access to Nokia Music Store and Nokia Music PC Client. Additional features include a link to YouTube, access to Nokia Maps 1.2 to navigate with free mapping, routing and local search, support of A-GPS and the Nokia WidSets service.

Additional features of the Nokia 7510 include:

Xpress-On front and back covers available in Fatal Red, Espresso Brown and Emerald Green
Support for POP3 and IMAP4 email accounts
Digital music player (supports MP3, AAC and AAC+ formats)
FM radio with Radio Data System (RDS)
2 megapixel camera with Nokia Image Perfection System (NIPS), LED flash and 4x digital zoom
2.2 inch QVGA display, 240 x 320 display with 16 million colors
A microSD memory card slot for expandable memory (supports up to 8GB microSD memory card)
Quadband 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Dimensions: 3.64 x 1.83 x .66 inches (L x W x H), 4.37 ounces

BlackBerry 8220 KickStart Video Tour by CrackBerry

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:54:45 +0000

If you have read the world’s first BlackBerry 8220 KickStart review from crackberry, they have now posted a hands on video on the first clamshell business phone by RIM. The BlackBerry KickStart is the first clamshell design from RIM, it has an external LCD screen at 160 x 128 pixels and a internal LCD screen at 240 x 320 pixels. The KickStart will support GSM quad band network, it is not a 3G phone and able to do GPRS/EDGE wireless data connection. Other features include a 2 megapixel camera, built in WiFi and 2.5 mm headset jack.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Source

Rumor: More Blackberry KickStart Pictures Leaked

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:48:08 +0000

Yet to be announced for this year, here are another set of leak photos on the new BlackBerry KickStart. The BlackBerry KickStart is the first clamshell design from RIM, it has an external LCD screen at 160 x 128 pixels and a internal LCD screen at 240 x 320 pixels.

The KickStart will support GSM quad band network, might not be a 3G phone and able to do GPRS/EDGE wireless data connection. Other features include a 2 megapixel camera, built in WiFi and 2.5 mm headset jack. More photos at next page.

Source [berryshack]

Sony Ericsson Z770i Exquisite Gold Edition Available in Hong Kong

Kim Poh Liaw — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 03:15:56 +0000

While Graphite Black edition of the Z770i is available now, Hong Kong retailers has start selling a new Exquisite Gold Edition. The Z770 is a UMTS/HSDPA 2100 and GSM/EDGE 900/1800/1900 phone that has already been released to the market since Q2 2008.

With HSDPA technology providing fast data speeds, the Z770 provides multiple methods of communication whether it’s for a business matter or just staying in touch with the family. This phone combines up to 8.5 hours talk time with easy email set-up and fast internet access. With Exchange ActiveSync, you can even configure your phone to have work emails pushed straight to your phone.

Source [hksincere]

Rumor: Upcoming Blackberry Kickstart Goes Clamshell

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 01 May 2008 16:10:09 +0000

The latest Blackberry rumor is revealing an unannounced blackberry clamshell messaging phone. With a codename Kickstart, the clamshell design is the first one in blackberry history. Not much information is available at the moment but from the photo it is showing a SureType keyboard, external and internal LCD screen.

According to BGR, RIM is planning the flip phone within this year. The announcement of this new model should be happen soon this year. More photos at next page.

Source [BGR]

Sony Ericsson Z780 HSDPA Phone Officially Announced

Kim Poh Liaw — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:51:37 +0000

The Z780, a HSDPA phone that leaked few weeks back, packs tri-band 3G and HSDPA into its stylish clamshell frame. It also introduces built-in aGPS, giving users the opportunity to carry their navigation solution with them on their phone.

Both the new Z780 and the G502 come with the latest version of Google Maps for Mobile. This application allows you to view high quality maps that give you a satellite view of the local area and view listings of the restaurants and hotels, complete with any reviews or ratings available. The built-in aGPS functionality of the Z780 allows you to find the address of your friend’s party or the quickest route to your next meeting. Google Maps for Mobile then enables you to receive turn-by-turn directions that help you to find your way.

The Z780 is a UMTS/HSDPA 850/1900/2100 and GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 phone that will be available in Grand Onyx and Amethyst Silver in selected markets from Q2 2008.

Z780 features and specifications:

High Speed HSDPA
aGPS
Google Maps for Mobile
RSS Desktop
Automatic email set-up
Active Sync email
Bluetooth
TrackID
Java
FM Radio
2 megapixel camera
Access NetFront Browser
Exchange ActiveSync
92 x 49 x 16 mm
100 grams
2.2-inch 256k colors TFT screen, 240 x 320 resolution
36 x 128 Monochrome external screen
35MB internal memory
Memory Stick Micro card slot
Up to 9.5 hours GSM talk time
Up to 350 hours GSM standby time
Up to 4.5 hours UTMS talk time
Up to 350 hours UTMS standby time
GSM Quadband 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
UTMS/HSDPA 850/1900/2100

More Z780 photos in different colors at next page