Archive for April, 2005

Nokia and Carl Zeiss join forces to offer enhanced imaging for camera phone users

Cooperation to set a new benchmark for picture quality in camera phones Nokia, the global leader in mobility, and Carl Zeiss, the world's leading optics company, today announced a collaboration to incorporate Carl Zeiss optics to Nokia's camera phones. The two companies will bring the design expertise and stringent quality requirements of Carl Zeiss to Nokia's product creation process for high-end camera devices. As a result of the collaboration, consumers will be able to capture, share, store and print better quality images with Nokia's flagship imaging devices. The outstanding scientific expertise from Carl Zeiss in camera optics and the industry-leading position of Nokia in the mobile phone ...

Posted on 28th April 2005
Under: Camera, Nokia, Uncategorized |

Motorola RAZR BLK V3 is Back…in Black

Ultra-thin, Sleek, Affordable and New in "Must-Have" Jet Black, Available Now for Markets in Asia. Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, today unveiled the Motorola RAZR BLK V3, the latest version of the popular and ultra-slim metal-clad flip phone that has come to redefine style and elegance in wireless communications. Continuing to build on the momentum of its original sleek silver model, Motorola's RAZR BLK V3 is to wireless devices what the tuxedo, the knee-high black stiletto boot or the black leather jacket are to fashion. The RAZR BLK V3 compliments the previously launched RAZR V3 in sleek silver. After months of anticipation in the ...

Posted on 27th April 2005
Under: Design, Motorola, Wireless |

Sporty Nokia 5140i: an Ideal Training Partner for Fitness Enthusiasts

First Nokia Phone to Comply With Upcoming EU Environmental Legislation Nokia today introduced the sporty Nokia 5140i camera phone, adding a feature-filled handset for active-minded consumers to its product lineup. Dust and splash-resistance combine with durability to make the triband EGSM 900 GSM 1800/1900 Nokia 5140i an ideal outdoor training partner. The Nokia 5140i is expected to leave the starting block and begin shipping in the second quarter of 2005 with an estimated retail price of 200 EUR before subsidies or taxes. "The Nokia 5140i offers active consumers a mobile phone that complements their on-the-go lifestyle. With its strong feature set and messaging capabilities, the Nokia 5140i ...

Posted on 26th April 2005
Under: Camera, Design, Nokia |

Nokia launches Nokia Nseries branded multimedia device range

Nokia Nseries offers the latest technologies and new fusions of digital media and mobility to consumers Nokia announced today the Nokia Nseries branded range of next generation multimedia devices. Packed with the latest technologies such as 3G, Carl Zeiss Optics, megapixel cameras, multi-gigabyte memory, VHS resolution video and WLAN, the Nokia Nseries offers new fusions of digital media and mobility to the hands of mobile users. Consumers can now use a single device to do everything from snapping print-quality images, reading email, listening to music, browsing their favorite websites, watching mobile TV and much more. The Nokia Nseries multimedia range is styled to meet the expectations ...

Posted on 26th April 2005
Under: Nokia, Uncategorized |

Sprint and Sanyo Make a Fashion Statement Launching Phones in a Wide Spectrum of Colors

New Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Phone VI-2300 by Sanyo Adds Six Distinctive Styles to Sprint's Industry-Leading Color Offerings Color trends have always been integral in driving the direction of the fashion world. Now, Sprint (NYSE:FON) and Sanyo are advancing the role of the wireless phone as today's hottest fashion accessory with a significant expansion of color choice availability. The expansion includes last month's introduction of the Sprint PCS Voice Phone SCP-200 by Sanyo and today's launch of the Sprint PCS Vision Phone VI-2300 by Sanyo. Combined, the two phones will be available in a total of nine different color options. The SCP-200 by Sanyo is offered in three ...

Posted on 25th April 2005
Under: Sanyo, Sprint |

New Verizon Wireless Youth Phone From Samsung Showcases Trendy Style

First U.S. Phone to Vibrate to the Beat of the Ring Tone With VibeTonz(TM) Verizon Wireless, owner and operator of the nation's most reliable network, and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the availability of the SCH-n330, a must-have wireless phone for younger on-the-go trendy consumers. This sleek and distinctive pop-up screen with its steel blue accenting means customers with the n330 will undoubtedly stand out in the crowd whenever they make or receive a call. But it is the rhythm of the beat that makes this phone unique when it vibrates to the beat of a pre-selected ring tone. Get It Now(R) equipped, the n330 offers ...

Posted on 25th April 2005
Under: Ringtones, Samsung, Verizon, Wireless |

Sprint and Dooney & Bourke Team Up to Offer Designer Handset Cases

Customers Can Make a Fashion Statement With Exclusive Offering of Colorful Carriers for Their Wireless Phones As the trend of wireless phone personalization continues to explode, customers of Sprint (NYSE:FON) will be able to express their stylish side with fun and fashionable phone cases from leading handbag designer Dooney & Bourke. Through an exclusive agreement, the colorful new cases will be available in Sprint retail stores just in time for Mother's Day, making them a perfect gift idea for any classy mom. "Wireless phones are an essential part of people's lives, and our customers are telling us they want the phone and now even accessories to be ...

Posted on 25th April 2005
Under: Handset, Sprint, Wireless |

Glimmerati – Living In The Fast Lane On The N-Gage Game Deck

Nokia and Bugbear Entertainment Ltd today released updated information on their highly anticipated racing title Glimmerati. Set in the 80's glamorous jet set world, Glimmerati is an arcade style racing extravaganza with a gripping storyline and challenging missions offering players thrilling rides in designer super cars, powerboats and even rocket propelled vehicles!Set in four exciting real-world based locations: Paris, Milan, the Alps, and Monaco, Glimmerati boasts a unique setting in the fast lane life of movie moguls, super models and pop stars. A lucky street race opens the player's the door to Club Glimmerati, the racing club of the rich and famous. Race against the ...

Posted on 21st April 2005
Under: Games, N-Gage, Nokia |

Cellular One(R) to Launch Nokia 6255i Fold-Style Phone

Feature-Packed CDMA Handset Offers MP3 Player, Integrated Digital Camera, Video Recorder, Removable Memory, Bluetooth and More Nokia (NYSE:NOK) and Western Wireless Corporation (NASDAQ:WWCA) today announced the retail introduction of the Nokia 6255i phone, one of the most feature-packed handsets on the market. This new fold-style handset can now be purchased through Cellular One(R), a subsidiary of Western Wireless Corporation -- a leading provider of wireless communications services to rural America. Dual color screens, MMC memory card support, Bluetooth technology, a VGA camera with flash and digital zoom, video player, streaming media capability, and an MP3/AAC player are among the features that make the Nokia 6255i a ...

Posted on 21st April 2005
Under: Bluetooth, CDMA, Camera, Games, Handset, Memory, Nokia, Video, Wireless |

Nokia Connects People With Art as Tribeca Film Festival Sponsor

New Nokia 6682 Imaging Phone to Make Its Directorial DebutNokia (NYSE:NOK) celebrates the art of filmmaking as a signature sponsor of New York City's Tribeca Film Festival April 19-May 1. Welcoming film buffs and art aficionados alike, Nokia invites festivalgoers to experience the latest in independent film and mobile entertainment. Making its United States premier at the Festival will be the new Nokia 6682 -- a 1.3 megapixel imaging phone with video-editing capabilities. Festival attendees will be able to demo the new phone and even take a shot at creating their own movies. The Nokia 6682 is a state-of-the-art imaging phone which lets users channel ...

Posted on 20th April 2005
Under: Nokia, Video |

The Incredibles 3D Mobile Game, Based on a Walt Disney Pictures Presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios Film, The Incredibles, Available Today to Verizon Wireless V CAST Customers

The Incredibles 3D Mobile Game Available on Verizon Wireless' Broadband Multimedia Service Verizon Wireless, the nation's leading wireless provider, Disney Mobile and Pixar Animation Studios today announced the availability of The Incredibles 3D mobile game on Verizon Wireless' new V CAST wireless broadband multimedia service. V CAST from Verizon Wireless is the first true wireless broadband consumer multimedia service in the country, allowing customers to view crystal clear graphics for 3D games and video clips because it runs on Verizon Wireless' Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network -- the fastest widely available wide-area wireless broadband network in the United States. The Incredibles 3D is an action-packed game that features ...

Posted on 20th April 2005
Under: Games, Verizon, Video, Wireless |

Sprint TV(SM) Adds Live Television From FOX News Channel(R)

Sprint Announces U.S. Mobile Industry First as Customers Can Now View America's Number-One-Rated News Network Live on Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Multimedia Phones Sprint (NYSE:FON) and FOX News Channel (FNC) today announced the delivery of live news to Sprint TV, known as FOX News Channel Live. The deal provides Sprint customers with the opportunity to watch continuous live FNC programming nationwide on Sprint PCS Vision Multimedia Phones. FOX News Channel Live has been added into Sprint TV at no extra charge and marks FNC's first foray into providing wireless content. Sprint TV (channel 1), including FOX News Channel Live, is available on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network ...

Posted on 19th April 2005
Under: Sprint, Video |

Cingular Gives Star Wars Fans Content Worth Celebrating

Cingular Wireless Showcases Its Intergalactic Suite of Star Wars-Themed Content and Products at Star Wars Celebration III Convention - April 21-24 Cingular Wireless will join thousands of die-hard Star Wars fans who are gathering in Indianapolis to attend Celebration III-the four-day convention produced by Lucasfilm and Hyperspace: The Official Star Wars Fan Club. Celebration III, which kicks off April 21, is designed to celebrate the complete Star Wars saga and the much anticipated final installment, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, which opens May 19, 2005. As the exclusive wireless carrier and handset provider of Celebration III, Cingular will exhibit its Jabba-sized collection ...

Posted on 19th April 2005
Under: Cingular, Games, Ringtones, Wireless |

Samsung Unveils the P207, the World’s First Mobile Phone With VoiceMode(TM) Speech-to-Text Technology

P207 EDGE Phone Revolutionizes Text Messaging Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the availability of the p207, the world's first EDGE phone with VoiceMode(TM) provided by VoiceSignal(TM). With revolutionary speech-to-text input technology, the p207 offers users the flexibility and simplicity to dictate text messages, alleviating the hassle of inputting text with numerous key taps on a small keypad. The p207 strengthens Samsung's leadership in the wireless industry and showcases their foresight to bring to market simple conveniences through advanced technologies. Stylishly packaged in a fashionable black casing, the p207 offers a practical text-input method, relevant for a variety of consumers. When typing text messages becomes time-consuming and labor ...

Posted on 18th April 2005
Under: SMS, Samsung, Technology |

Verizon Wireless Ringback Tones: The Newest Stage for Universal Music Group Artists

Verizon Wireless Customers Can Express Their Individuality With a Choice of Popular Universal Music Group Artists Verizon Wireless, the nation's leading wireless service provider, announced it has entered into an agreement with Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company, to bring new Ringback Tones from the company's extensive catalog of chart-topping artists to Verizon Wireless Ringback Tone customers. With an extensive collection of 500 hot Ringback Tones, Universal Music Group is the newest resource for Verizon Wireless customers looking for the perfect Ringback Tone to replace the standard ring callers hear while they wait for their call to be answered. Verizon Wireless became the first ...

Posted on 18th April 2005
Under: Audio, Ringtones, Verizon, Wireless |

Amplefuture Launches MP3 Player For Mobile Phones

Pocket Player enables companies to create and brand their own mobile MP3 download services, which could make dedicated MP3 devices a short-lived consumer gadget phenomenon Amplefuture today announces the launch of Pocket Player, a business-to-business “off the shelf” technology solution which allows consumer brands with marketing muscle to launch their own branded MP3 music download services. The solution is fully customizable to the requirements of the brand owner and comes complete with billing and digital rights management options. As a result, marketers can create their own bespoke service which is fully applicable to their brand with the knowledge that legal and billing support is in place and ...

Posted on 15th April 2005
Under: Music, Uncategorized |

Siemens and Canon form partnership to deliver fast, professional photo quality for consumers

Today the Communications Group at Siemens AG announces its intent to strategically partner with Canon, the leader in the photo printer market. Understanding that the compatibility of their products offer consumers advanced photography options with Direct Printing, users of high-resolution camera phones, such as the Siemens S65 and SF65 will be able to conveniently print cable-free with Canon photo printers such as the PIXMA iP90 and the SELPHY DS700. Using existing connectivity technology standards, such as Bluetooth ® wireless technology and IrDA, makes this possible without using a PC. This partnership combines the best of both the photographic and mobile phone worlds in one sleek communications ...

Posted on 13th April 2005
Under: Camera, Canon, Siemens, Wireless |

Worms World Party for the N-Gage Platform Wriggles Into Stores

Nokia and THQ Wireless today announced Worms World Party, the wacky and addictive strategy title for the N-Gage platform, is expected to start shipping this week. Worms World Party gives gamers the chance to truly design their own fun in this battlefield action with a shot of serious fun. The game features co-op and head-to-head multiplayer gaming modes allowing players to compete for wormy world domination locally via Bluetooth wireless technology or internationally over the N-Gage Arena."Worms World Party on the N-Gage game deck combines the highly amusing, customisable game play you expect from the title with unique multiplayer options. Now fans can enjoy this ...

Posted on 13th April 2005
Under: Games, N-Gage, Nokia, Wireless |

Motorola V262 Now Available With Cricket Communications

Feature-intense clamshell gives Cricket customers affordable yet savvy mobile communications tool Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) and Cricket Communications, Inc., a leading provider of unlimited local and long distance wireless services, today announced the availability of the Motorola V262. The Motorola V262 fuses premium personalization, entertainment and productivity tools into one compact, user-friendly device. With a completely customizable look and sophisticated feature set including an office-quality speakerphone, 3D graphics engine, vivid color screen and advanced messaging*, the Motorola V262 empowers users to communicate the way that fits them best, whether through words, sounds or images. And, with access to Cricket Clicks(TM), users can peruse a catalog of musical ringtones, ...

Posted on 13th April 2005
Under: Motorola |

Verizon Wireless Helps Friends & Family Track Runners in Boston Marathon

Highlights Athlete Alert Program and Invites Media to Drive-Test Race Route The Verizon Wireless Athlete Alert Program will again allow official runners to register to send friends and family automatic wireless updates of their progress along the Boston Marathon(R) course on race day, April 18th. Messages are automatically delivered to any wireless device capable of receiving text messages, providing real-time posting of runner position and time at each marker along the marathon route including the 10K, 1/2 Marathon, 30K and the finish line. Information is gathered through a computer chip timing device called 'ChampionChip' that is worn on a runner's shoe from start to finish. The ...

Posted on 12th April 2005
Under: Verizon, Wireless |

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