Archive for October, 2005

Sprint Launches the First Instant, Over the Air Music Download Service in the U.S.

Customers can instantly purchase and download full songs over-the-air right to their phone when and where they want via the high-speed Sprint Power Vision(SM) Network Sprint (NYSE: S) customers will be the first wireless customers in the U.S. to download full songs over-the-air. Today Sprint announced the opening of the Sprint Music Store(SM) powered by Groove Mobile, the first music store in the U.S. that lets wireless customers browse, preview, download, play and manage high-quality digital music, right from their phone. Sprint customers can now take their music with them on the go and have instant access to purchase and download music when they want ...

Posted on 31st October 2005
Under: Music, Nextel, Ringtones, Sprint |

Sprint and Sanyo Launch Multimedia Phone to Provide Wireless Access to Powerful, Innovative Services at Broadband-like Speeds

The MM-9000 is compatible with the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Network - Sprint's EV-DO network - and compatible with the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. Sprint (NYSE: S) and SANYO announced today the introduction of the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Phone MM-9000 by SANYO. The phone enables customers to enjoy Sprint's next generation of data services, including high quality music, live TV, high-resolution digital imaging, fast Web browsing and On Demand information for news, sports, weather and more, all at broadband-like speeds on the Sprint Power Vision Network. MM-9000 by SANYO is one of the first phones available from Sprint that enables customers to access the Sprint Music StoreSM, ...

Posted on 31st October 2005
Under: EV-DO, Sanyo, Sprint, Wireless |

Sprint and Samsung Launch the Sprint Power Vision MM-A940 Bringing the Sprint Music Store with Full-Track Music Download Purchasing and Live Broadcast Television from Sprint TV to Life

This first two-mega pixel, 2.0 optical zoom camera phone in the U.S. also features a built-in media player and exterior music keys to easily access digital music files stored on the removable external memory card Media Contacts: Sprint (NYSE: S) and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Multimedia Phone MM-A940 by Samsung(r). The MM-A940 by Samsung is compatible with the Sprint Power Vision network– Sprint's EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized) wireless high-speed multimedia network. The new services supported by the MM-A940 include the newly announced Sprint Music Store(SM), which allows users to immediately buy and download complete songs directly to their phone; ...

Posted on 31st October 2005
Under: Camera, Samsung, Sprint, Uncategorized |

Motorola Launches the i870 Multimedia Phone

New Phone Offers AgION(R) Antimicrobial Coating, a Video Recorder, MP3 Player and Two-Way Radio Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT) today announced the launch of the Motorola i870, a new mobile device that combines an unprecedented multimedia experience with antimicrobial coating. The i870 blends a 1.3 megapixel camera with a video recorder, MP3 player and two-way radio. Additionally, the i870 is the first mobile device to feature the AgION antimicrobial coating which helps inhibit the growth of microbes such as bacteria and mold on the handset's painted surfaces. "Mobile professionals and consumers alike have come to expect the most cutting-edge mobile technology from Motorola and with the i870 we are ...

Posted on 31st October 2005
Under: Motorola, Multimedia, Music, Video, Wireless |

Samsung Delivers Messaging Powerhouse

SGH-d307 Features Remarkable Swivel Screen Design and Qwerty Keyboard For Dynamic Speech and Messaging Communication Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the availability of the multi-functional designed SGH-d307, which features a swivel display that morphs the clamshell phone into a virtual mini-laptop. With a quick flip of the screen, the d307's numeric keypad becomes a full QWERTY keyboard, unveiling a productive messaging device for users to send and receive emails and instant messages on the fly. The d307's large internal display features a 262K-color TFT screen, making it easy to view and move from one message to another. Its integrated EDGE technology takes advantage of ...

Posted on 27th October 2005
Under: Browser, Camera, EDGE, Email, Games, Java, Samsung, Wireless |

Rifts®: Promise of Power(TM) enters a brave new world as the pen-and-paper RPG ships on the N-Gage platform

Nokia today announced that it has shipped Rifts®: Promise of Power (TM), heralding a new era in tactical role playing as this renowned pen-and-paper RPG meets video gamers for the first time. Developed exclusively for the N-Gage platform, this adaptation of the Palladium Books® franchise combines the detail and imagination of the original with the accessibility of the video game world and is set to deliver Rifts: Promise of Power straight to the pockets of a brand new audience. Rifts: Promise of Power allows players to explore the Rifts universe in real time as they venture through the post apocalyptic remains of Germany, North America, ...

Posted on 27th October 2005
Under: Games, N-Gage, Nokia |

muvee Technologies Releases All-In-One Party stylePack for Nokia Camera Phones

Users of Nokia’s embedded Movie Director application can make and share their videos in a variety of fun, party-themed muveeStyles muvee Technologies, the pioneer and global leader in Instant Personal Video, has launched its second mobile stylePack, featuring 5 popular party-themed styles for making quick, personalized music videos on various Nokia camera phone models . Using Nokia's embedded Movie Director application, camera phone users can instantly and automatically turn their unedited phone video clips and pictures into stylish “muvees”, which can be shared on the phone itself or sent to others via a multimedia message (MMS). muvees typically feature highlights of a user's video footage and pictures ...

Posted on 27th October 2005
Under: Camera, Nokia, Technology |

Nokia brings Bluetooth technology to a pair of new fold-style CDMA handsets

New mid-tier Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones combine today's most wanted features with a stylish fold design Addressing the needs of customers seeking a compact, stylish CDMA handset with Bluetooth technology, Nokia today introduced the mid-range Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones. Each weighing under 4 ounces, both the Nokia 2855 and Nokia 6165 phones are compatible with a wide range of popular Bluetooth technology enabled accessories such as wireless headsets and car kits as well as other Bluetooth technology enabled devices including laptop PC's and even new automobiles. Besides Bluetooth technology, both the Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones feature support for downloadable Java or BREW applications, ...

Posted on 26th October 2005
Under: Bluetooth, CDMA, Handset, Nokia |

Nokia introduces two CDMA handsets designed for new growth markets

Nokia 1255 monoblock and Nokia 2355 fold-style phones combine a modern, compact design with an attractive price point Reaffirming its commitment to providing high-quality devices for new growth markets, Nokia today introduced a pair of CDMA handsets designed expressly for these fast-growing regions. Both the classically styled monoblock Nokia 1255 phone and the expressively designed fold-style Nokia 2355 phone boast strong feature sets not usually found at their entry-level price point. Both the Nokia 1255 and Nokia 2355 phones are expected to be available during the 1st quarter of 2006. "Nokia has built a strong relationship with CDMA operators in new growth markets around the world, ...

Posted on 26th October 2005
Under: CDMA, Device, Nokia, Uncategorized |

Cingular Responds to Consumer Demand by Bringing New Mobile Messaging Services to the Masses

With Cingular's Mobile Email and Mobile IM Services, Customers Can Now Easily Access All Major Email and IM Communities Cingular Wireless, the nation's largest wireless carrier, today announced the availability of two enhanced services: Mobile Email and Mobile IM. Now, for the first time in the US market, Cingular customers can gain access to their existing email or IM accounts from AOL, MSN and Yahoo! through a set of simple, easy to use applications which can be accessed through a standard mass market phone. Both the Mobile Email and Mobile IM applications are available for free on a download basis through the Cingular MEdia Mall ...

Posted on 24th October 2005
Under: Cingular, Email, Wireless |

Chunghwa Picture Tubes Develops qVGA Display for Mobile Applications using Clairvoyante’s PenTile RGBW(tm) Technology

2.0-inch Display Utilizes New SW1605 PenTile RGBW Driver Chip from Silicon WorksChunghwa Picture Tubes, Ltd. has produced a high-brightness, low-power 2.0-inch qVGA display utilizing patent-pending PenTile RGBW(tm) technology developed by Clairvoyante. The amorphous silicon display - which uses half the power of RGB Stripe legacy designs - is driven by the new SW1605 PenTile inclusive driver chip from Clairvoyante licensee Silicon Works of Daejon, Korea. The new display panel is being demonstrated in booth 781 through Friday, October 21st at FPD International in Yokohama, Japan. Silicon Works' driver chip has the same interface as standard RGB Stripe smart driver ICs, but only requires two-thirds of the memory, ...

Posted on 19th October 2005
Under: Camera, Uncategorized, Video |

DataViz Releases Documents To Go for Nokia 9300 Smartphone and Nokia 9500 Communicator

New ‘Symbian-Signed’ Mobile Office Suite for Symbian OS based Series 80 Ensures Desktop-Quality Editing Experience through InTact Technology DataViz, Inc., a leading provider of Office compatibility solutions for over 21 years, today announced that its mobile office suite, Documents To Go, is now available for the Symbian OS based Series 80 platform. With the addition of this newly supported platform, DataViz’ Documents To Go product line now includes support for three of the most popular smartphone platforms: Symbian OS based UIQ, Series 80 and Palm OS. This Series 80 version has received Symbian-Signed certification and provides owners of both the Nokia 9300 smartphone and Nokia ...

Posted on 19th October 2005
Under: Nokia, Uncategorized |

T-Mobile Heats Up Hollywood’s Elite With the Debut of the New Limited Edition Versions of the T-Mobile Sidekick II

Custom-Designed T-Mobile Sidekick II Juicy Couture Edition and T-Mobile Sidekick II Mister Cartoon Edition Launch in the Country's Five Most Fashionable Cities Hollywood's coveted all-in-one communications device gets even hotter this fall with the recent announcement of the newly remodeled T-Mobile(R) Sidekick(TM) II Limited Edition series. Dedicated to helping consumers set themselves apart from the crowd through personalization, T-Mobile has partnered with trendsetting Juicy Couture and renowned urban artist Mister Cartoon to create two limited-edition versions of the T-Mobile Sidekick II. To kick off the release, on October 18, T-Mobile opened the doors to "Sidekick II City" in Hollywood where the urban flair of East Los ...

Posted on 19th October 2005
Under: T-Mobile |

-Mobile Launches ‘Internet 4G’ Service Powered by TD-CDMA from IPWireless

Launch Features Demonstration of Streaming TV, Video Conferencing, Enterprise Web Collaboration Tools, Streaming Music, Online Gaming and Very High Speed Internet T-Mobile launched commercial services of "Internet 4G" today, a super fast, next-generation wireless service that will allow subscribers to access the Internet, watch streaming video, download music, and transfer large files at broadband speeds with unprecedented ease. Powered by UMTS TD-CDMA technology from IPWireless, T-Mobile's Internet 4G service is fast enough to allow subscribers to replace their fixed line services, but is also mobile, allowing them to enjoy rich multimedia experiences wherever they are in the service area. During the launch events for the new service ...

Posted on 19th October 2005
Under: Browser, T-Mobile, Wireless |

Oh L’Amour! Cultural contrasts, craft and ethnic influences inspire Nokia’s latest fashion collection

Natural materials, fusion of colors and patterns define the L'Amour Collection Continuing to push the boundaries of mobile phone design, Nokia has introduced a collection of three trend-inspired mobile phones, the Nokia 7360, Nokia 7370 and Nokia 7380. Each model in the L'Amour Collection offers a beautiful mix of contrasts - infusing cultural and ethnic influences with luxurious touches of the unexpected. Hints of vintage and craftsmanship, are fused with natural materials, colors and patterns, all carefully crafted and layered with a passion for detail. "For many consumers, the mobile phone has truly become an extension of their personal style - it is a fashion statement ...

Posted on 19th October 2005
Under: Nokia |

Cutting-Edge Samsung SCH-a970 Will Have Verizon Wireless Customers Spinning

Two Megapixel Camera, Camcorder, Swivel-Flip Design and MP3 Player Are Among the Phone's Highlights Shaken? Stirred? Not quite -- this time, it's all about swiveled. The innovative new SCH-a970, announced today by industry leaders Verizon Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung), will have trendsetting customers in a whirl with its wide array of multimedia functions, including V CAST and MP3 capabilities. The a970 is not just another camera phone; it also supports certain Bluetooth(R) profiles giving busy consumers the ability to multi-task and work on the go. This clamshell phone supports Bluetooth profiles for headsets and hands-free accessories.* The a970 opens and swivels to reveal a compact, ...

Posted on 18th October 2005
Under: Camera, EDGE, Samsung, Verizon, Wireless |

Motorola Introduces Next Generation of 3G Handsets

Motorola RAZR V3x Raises the Bar in UMTS Design and Technology Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, today unveiled its next generation of 3G/UMTS mobile handsets, which are launching first with operators in Europe and Asia. The Motorola RAZR V3x, the E770v and the E1070 underscore Motorola's commitment to 3G/UMTS by providing the very latest technology coupled with industry-leading design innovation. The introduction of the RAZR V3x unites the power of 3G/UMTS technology with the world acclaimed RAZR clamshell design. The ultra-slim RAZR V3x is available in three colors: liquorice black exclusively through 3, ash silver exclusively through Vodafone, and cosmic blue available through ...

Posted on 17th October 2005
Under: 3G, Handset, Motorola, Technology |

Connexion by Boeing and UTStarcom Make In-Flight Mobile Phone Calls a Reality

Connexion by Boeing, a business unit of The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA), recently concluded a week of demonstration flights in Europe that showed travelers how mobile telephony in flight can be provided safely and conveniently for passengers in flight. During flights aboard a Boeing 737-400 test and demonstration airplane, Connexion One, guests sampled not only the Connexion by Boeing(SM) high-speed, real-time Internet service, which now includes four channels of live TV, but also used roaming-enabled mobile phones to make and receive phone calls. "Enabling people to make and receive phone calls during flight demonstrated the flexibility of a high-speed connectivity system like ours," said Chris Petersen, program manager ...

Posted on 17th October 2005
Under: Uncategorized |

New Samsung, Alltel Relationship Brings Innovative Phones to Customers; Agreement Includes Concert Sponsorships, Content for Subscribers

Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) and Alltel today announced a new relationship that will bring Samsung's line-up of award-winning wireless handsets to Alltel's growing national customer base. The relationship unites two of the wireless industry's most recognized companies in terms of customer loyalty and advanced wireless products and services. Samsung has been named the number one phone manufacturer in consumer loyalty for four consecutive years (Brandweek/BrandKeys), and Forbes named Alltel the "Best Managed Company in Telecom" in January 2005. The premiere product marketed through this relationship will be the SCH-n330, one of the first phones to incorporate Immersion's VibeTonz(TM) touch sensation technology. With VibeTonz, consumers can personalize ...

Posted on 13th October 2005
Under: Alltel, Audio, Multimedia, Samsung, Wireless |

There’s only ONE ultimate fighter - exclusive beat-em-up on the N-Gage platform arrives in stores

Nokia and Digital Legends Entertainment today announced that the highly anticipated 3D fighting game ONE will hit stores this week. Developed exclusively for the N-Gage platform, ONE reaches beyond the realms of other fighting games with cool beat-em-up features, extensive character customization and an online ranking system via N-Gage Arena. Gamers will have the opportunity to create their own exclusive alter egos using the millions of customization possibilities. Players can choose from hundreds of different clothes, skin tones, accessories and body features to style their own ultimate fighter. Once gamers are sure they have created their ideal fighting machine they can decide whether to hone their skills ...

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