Supporting Samsung’s Social Hub, the Samsung Star II enables contact integration between your phone and your social networks, allowing you to interact across social media platforms from your phone. The Social Hub also enables users to choose the way they interact with friends and family, with access available to all of their social media accounts within the same interface.

Other specs include a 3-inch WQVGA display, 3.2 megapixel camera and built in WiFi. It will be available from February in Germany followed by other European countries, CIS, South America, India and Middle East.

Another notable feature is its 8.1 megapixel camera module. Using the Exmor R camera sensor, its f/2.4 lens allows better photography in low light condition. It can record 720p HD video, assisted with video stabilizer and the flash LED as video light.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc should be powered by a 1GHz Qualcomm CPU, although there is no mention of the CPU Processor detail in the press release.

Press Release

Xperia™ arc takes the stunning design language that Sony Ericsson has become known for to a new level. Super slim and light, Xperia™ arc is just 8.7mm at its thinnest part and has a extra wide 4.2” multi-touch screen. Created from premium materials and with a stunning arc body, this smartphone is sleek, strong and designed to fit perfectly in the user’s hand. The best of Sony technology is inside Xperia™ arc. The Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine delivers exceptional visual brilliance and a crystal clear image which enhances the overall entertainment experience. Furthermore, Sony’s award-winning Exmor R™ for mobile sensor with the f/2.4 lens enables the capture of high quality, bright pictures and HD videos even in low light. All pictures and videos can be shared in HD on your living room TV via the built in HDMI-connector.

Xperia™ arc will launch on the latest version of the Android™ platform providing access to Google Mobile Services and the myriad of applications available on the Android market. Xperia™ smartphones add best in class entertainment on top of smartphone fundamentals such as apps, maps, email and fast Internet to create the most entertaining smartphone experience.

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ arc – Key features

* Slim, lightweight and strong, with perfect ergonomics
* Extra wide 4.2” multi-touch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine to ensure ultimate multimedia and viewing experiences
* Sony Exmor R™ for mobile: for best-in-class low-light photography and video capture
* 8.1 megapixel camera and HD video recording capability
* Android Market™ – thousands of applications to keep you entertained

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ arc will be available globally in selected markets, including Japan, from Q1 in the colours Midnight Blue and Misty Silver.

Check out the Sony Ericsson Product Blog for more information: http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ arc at a glance

Camera

* 8.1 megapixel camera
* Up to 2.46x smart zoom
* Aperture f/2.4
* Auto focus
* Face detection
* Flash/LED
* Geo tagging
* Image stabilizer
* Noise suppression
* Send to web
* Smile detection
* Sony Exmor R™ for mobile CMOS sensor
* Touch Focus
* Touch capture
* Video light
* Video recording, HD 720p

Music

* Album art
* Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP)
* Media player
* Music tones (MP3/AAC)
* PlayNow™ service*
* TrackID™ music recognition application
* * This service may not be available in every market

Web

* Bookmarks
* Google™ search
* NeoReader™ barcode scanner
* Pan & zoom
* Web browser (WebKit)

Communication

* Call list
* Conference calls
* Facebook™ application*
* Sony Ericsson Timescape™
* Speakerphone
* Vibrating alert
* * This service may not be available in every market

Messaging

* Conversations
* Email
* Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
* Instant messaging
* Picture messaging (MMS)
* Predictive text input
* Sound recorder
* Text messaging (SMS)

Design

* Auto rotate
* Keyboards (onscreen, QWERTY)
* Picture wallpaper
* Reality display
* Sony Mobile BRAVIA® Engine
* Touchscreen
* Wallpaper animation

Entertainment
* This service may not be available in every market

* 3D games
* Media browser
* Motion gaming
* Radio (FM)
* Video streaming
* Video viewing
* YouTube™ *

Organiser

* Android™ OS
* Alarm clock
* Calculator
* Calendar
* Document readers
* Flight mode
* Infinite button
* Phone book

Connectivity

* 3.5 mm audio jack
* aGPS
* Bluetooth™ technology
* Google Maps™
* HDMI
* Modem
* DLNA
* USB mass storage
* USB support
* Wi-Fi™
* Wisepilot™ turn-by-turn navigation *
* * This service may not be available in every market

Google™ services*
* These services may not be available in every market

* Android Market™ Client
* Gmail™
* Google Calendar™
* Google Gallery 3D™
* Google Latitude™
* Google Maps™ with Street View
* Google Media Uploader
* Google Music Player™
* Google Phone-top Search
* Google Search widget
* Google Sync™
* Google Talk™
* Google Voice Search
* Set-up Wizard
* YouTube™

Screen

* Sony Mobile Bravia Engine
* 16,777,216 colour TFT
* Capacitive multi-touch
* 4.2 inches
* 854 x 480 pixels (FWVGA)
* Shatter proof sheet on scratch-resistant mineral glass

Accessories

* In-Box:
* Sony Ericsson Xperia™ arc
* Battery (1500mAh)
* Stereo portable handsfree
* Micro USB cable for charging, synchronisation and file transfer
* User documentation

Facts

* Size: 125 x 63 x 8.7 mm
* Weight: 117 grams
* Phone memory: Up to 512 MB
* Memory card support: up to 32 GB
* Memory card included: microSD™ 8 GB
* Operating system: Google™ Android 2.3
* Processor: 1 GHz Qualcomm

Availability and versions

* Networks
* UMTS HSPA 900, 2100
* GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
* UMTS HSPA 800, 850, 1900, 2100
* GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900

Colour

* Midnight Blue
* Misty Silver

Unlike the Xperia X10, the new Xperia Arc touch screen will support multitouch for better gaming control and pinch zooming. It should be launched with the latest Android 2.3 Gingerbread when available.

[via SEMCBlog via Android Community]

The device features 3.2-inch HVGA display, 600MHz processor, 3.2 megapixel camera, and Android 2.2. MetroPCS launching the device on November 24th. Pricing at $229 contract-free with a $50 per month plan that includes unlimited talk, text, and data.

Press Released:

MetroPCS Launches Its First No Contract Android Smartphone with the LG Optimus M™

More than 100,000 apps at your fingertips with nationwide unlimited talk, text and web for just $50 per month

DALLAS – (November 22, 2010) – Just in time for holiday shopping, MetroPCS Communications Inc. (NYSE: PCS) and LG Mobile Phones announced today the launch of LG Optimus M™, the first Android smartphone from MetroPCS. Available in MetroPCS stores and online starting November 24, LG Optimus M; is a sleek Android device with a vibrant 3.2 inch touchscreen that allows consumers to do more with quick access to today’s expanding number of applications.

With the LG Optimus M, MetroPCS introduces consumers to the growing Android Market™ by helping them stay connected and entertained while on-the-go. With multi-app screens and the Android 2.2 operating system (“Froyo”), LG Optimus M provides instant access to more than 100,000 of the latest applications to fit anyone’s lifestyle. For just $50 per month no annual contract plan, consumers also can take advantage of Metro USA? nationwide unlimited talk, text and web services.

“This holiday season, we’re giving customers what they’ve wished for — an affordable Android smartphone with a full spectrum of applications and unlimited services to do more like never before,” said Roger Linquist, chairman, president and CEO of MetroPCS. “LG Optimus M opens a path to the growing Android market and takes us one step closer to providing a full-service, postpaid experience while maintaining the affordability, flexibility and predictability of our Wireless for All? services.”

“LG and MetroPCS have come together to offer consumers the first no annual contract Android smartphone at an exceptional value,” said Tim O’Brien, vice president of consumer and trade marketing for LG Mobile Phones. “LG Optimus M is an easy-to-use handset with the capabilities of the latest Android technology and features to enhance the consumers’ experience.”

LG Optimus M will be available from MetroPCS for $229 with a $50 monthly service plan. Key features include:

Games, ringtones and wallpapers, easily accessible through the @metro App Store™
100,000+ applications in the Android Market™ to do, enjoy and share nearly 60 percent of Android Market apps are free
The latest Android 2.2 operating system to access Google mobile
Text, e-mail, IM, blogs and streaming video to express yourself whenever, wherever
A first-class device with superior, high-end champagne finish
Brilliant 3.2” tempered touchscreen with virtual QWERTY keyboard, Swype embedded
3.2 MP camera for sharing pics on social media networks
Easy Wi-Fi® connectivity – for incredibly simple and swift connections to Wi-Fi networks
Multi-app screens to organize your content and access your stuff quickly and easily

To learn more about Metro USA nationwide service and Wireless For All plans and devices, please visit www.metropcs.com.

[via Android Community]

Nokia C7 Specifications:

• Size:117.3 x 56.8 x 10.5 mm
• Weight (with battery): 130 g
• Display: 3.5-inch AMOLED capacitive touch screen, 640 x 360 pixels
• Proximity sensor
• Ambient light detector
• BL-5K 1200 mAh Li-Ion battery
• Built in WiFi, GPS
• Bluetooth 3.0
• Micro USB connector
• 2mm Charging connector
• 3.5 mm AV connector
• Internal memory: 8 GB
• MicroSD card slot
• GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
• 8 megapixel camera, dual LED flash
• FM Radio Receiver

The smartphone for the design-conscious social networker, the Nokia C7, has started shipping to customers around the world. The second Nokia smartphone based on the new Symbian platform, the Nokia C7 follows hot on the heels of the company’s entertainment powerhouse, the Nokia N8.

The Nokia C7 combines stainless steel and glass in a sleek, full-touch design. The 3.5 inch AMOLED display is ideal for networking, with updates from Facebook and Twitter fed directly to the home screen, as well as one touch access to many popular email accounts including Ovi Mail, Yahoo!® Mail and Windows Live(TM) Hotmail. The Nokia C7 also opens up a world of apps, games, videos, and web and location-based services through the Ovi Store.

“The Nokia C7 is our second smartphone based on the new version of Symbian to hit the market,” says Jo Harlow, head of smartphones at Nokia. “Designed specifically with the style-conscious consumer in mind, the Nokia C7 also brings excellent social networking abilities, making it perfect for people who want to check-in and stay up to date.”

Following the release of this social-networking centric device, Nokia will be setting out to find the most active Facebook user from the more than 1.4 million fans on Nokia’s own global Facebook page. Nokia will then pick five finalists who will each be provided with a Nokia C7 to organize a party using various social networks. The fan who best captures their party through Facebook – generating the most coverage with updates and posts – will win a Nokia C7 for themselves and 20 of their friends.

The estimated retail price of the Nokia C7 is EUR 335 before applicable taxes or subsidies, with pricing and availability varying from region to region, operator to operator.

A quick preview of the review, its measurement 113.5 x 59 x 12.9 mm and weighing 135g. It features 3.5-inch 640 x 360 OLED capacitive touchscreen, an AC adapter, microUSB port, microSD card slots (32GB card), 16GB of internal storage, a 3.5mm headphones, a mini HDMI port, a 12-megapixel unit with Carl Zeiss optics, autofocus and a Xenon flash, GSM/EDGE, 3G networks on the 850/900/1700/1900/2100 bands, WiFi b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, an FM radio and FM transmitter, GPS and A-GPS , QWERTY keyboard, Symbian^3, 680MHz ARM11 processor, and much more. The handset seems fantastic in a way but lack here and there. But check out the full review on SlashGear.com. Hope you all enjoy it!

[via SlashGear]

The LG Vortex features a 600MHz core, 3.2-inch display, FM radio, and Froyo. There are not much to say about the device and no words on pricing yet. Hopefully, this new handset will acceptable for our pocket.

[via Engadget]

According to SlashGear, the Desire HD will be available next month in Europe. Check out SlashGear for more hands on later.

LONDON, Sept. 15 — HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today unveiled a new HTC Sense experience with the new HTC Desire HD™ and HTC Desire Z™ Android-based smartphones. The new HTC Sense experience continues HTC’s strong focus on the customer, placing people at the center by simply making its phones work in a more personal and natural way. HTC Sense introduces a number of key innovations including a series of connected services called HTCSense.com that enhance people’s mobile experience on HTC phones.

“We’re excited to be taking the HTC Sense experience beyond the phone to a whole new level with a series of connected HTC services we call HTCSense.com,” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “Our customers will value the holistic approach we’re taking to enhance their mobile experience. This customer-first philosophy has resonated with people buying HTC phones and this drives us to continue introducing new innovative smartphones like the HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z.”

“As a key Android partner and smartphone brand, HTC continues to bring new innovation to the platform,” said Andy Rubin, VP engineering at Google. “Android is about choice and the new HTC smartphones continue to provide customers with powerful choices and flexibility.”

HTC Sense
The new HTC Sense experience offers a variety of enhancements that improve how people capture, create, share and access multimedia content. With a newly created camera experience, people can record HD videos or capture and edit images with a variety of fun camera effects. With HTC Locations, a new differentiated online mapping experience, people have instant, on-demand mapping without download delays or incurring mobile roaming charges.
HTC Sense also includes a new integrated online e-reading experience utilizing a new e-book store powered by Kobo™ and a new, mobile-optimized e-reader that includes the ability to highlight, annotate and quickly search for definitions or translate unfamiliar terms.

HTCSense.com
With the new HTCSense.com service, people can simply manage their mobile phone experience from their HTC phone or personal computer. For example, people can easily locate a missing phone by triggering the handset to ring loudly, even if it is set to silent, or to flag its location on a map. If the phone’s been lost or stolen, users can remotely lock the phone, forward calls and texts to another phone, send a message to the phone to arrange its return or even remotely wipe all personal data from it. HTCSense.com makes it easy to setup a new HTC phone or access archived mobile content such as contacts, text messages and call history from a PC browser. People can also customize their phones with exclusive HTC content like wallpapers, HTC scenes, sounds or plug-ins.

HTC Desire HD
HTC Desire HD showcases outstanding multimedia content with its bright 4.3″ LCD display and Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual sound and is the first to be powered by the new 1GHz Qualcomm 8255 Snapdragon processor. The HTC Desire HD enables 720p HD video recording and includes an 8-megapixel camera with dual-flash. Building on the unibody heritage of the HTC Legend, the HTC Desire HD is sculpted from a block of solid aluminum and exudes the air of quality and strength that HTC has come to be known for. It also includes the new HTC Fast Boot that enables people to quickly make a call or check emails by shortening the time taken to complete the power-up sequence.

HTC Desire Z
For people constantly on the go, HTC Desire Z makes it quick and easy to stay connected with friends on Facebook and Twitter or with colleagues and customers at work. HTC Desire Z features a unique ‘pop hinge’ that opens to reveal a QWERTY keyboard for fast, convenient typing. HTC Desire Z’s keyboard also includes a variety of keyboard shortcuts and two customizable keys for providing instant access to common functions without the need to open menus. HTC Desire Z also includes 720p HD video recording and a 5-megapixel camera with automatic flash. It is the first phone to utilize the new 800MHz Qualcomm 7230 processor for improved performance and battery life and also includes HTC Fast Boot.

Availability
The new HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z will be broadly available through mobile operators and retailers across major European and Asian markets from October 2010 with the HTC Desire Z shipping in North America later this year.

In the video, you’ll see the reactivity of the screen and I have to admitted it’s pretty fast at responding. The device also eye catching for most of us. The QWERTY keyboard sure is unique. Rather than sliding to the side it slides up. Check out the video and more information at SlashGear.com. Don’t miss out at this one.

[via SlashGear]

[via SlashGear]