Archive for October, 2006
Service delivers news, sports, maps and more to wireless handsets
Alltel Wireless (NYSE: AT), America’s largest network, and Handmark, the leading on-device portal company, today announced that Pocket Express wireless services are available for Palm Powered and Windows Mobile-based smart devices and BlackBerry handhelds from Alltel. With totally free news, sports and weather, as well as two-week free access to 14 additional subscription services, Pocket Express offers Alltel customers an even greater range of productivity and convenience.
“Pocket Express makes an ideal companion to our portfolio of advanced mobile devices,†said Wade McGill, senior vice president of product management for Alltel Wireless. “Our smart device customers choose ...
Posted on 16th October 2006
Under: Alltel, Handset, Smartphone, Wireless |
Innovative Personal Internet Device and Award-Winning Navigation Software Offer Internet Enhanced Navigation
Navicore, a leading European provider of easy-to-use GPS navigation software for smartphones, and Nokia, a world leader in mobile communications, today announced that Navicore Personal, the award-winning GPS navigation software for mobile devices, will be available as a full Navigation Kit for the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet.
Navicore Personal on the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet takes the best features of the navigation software to a new level, with Internet enhanced navigation that truly benefits the high-resolution widescreen display and WiFi connectivity of the device. Internet enhanced navigation helps people on the move to access various ...
Posted on 16th October 2006
Under: GPS, Nokia, Smartphone |
Vodafone today announces its range of Christmas 2006 consumer handsets offering the widest choice of handsets ever and 3G phones at entry level prices.
Vodafone will now offer 3G handsets to meet a wide variety of customers' needs from premium models to Vodafone's own branded handset at lower prices, thus expanding Vodafone's 3G consumer services to the mass market. The new line-up includes a great selection of handsets from major brands and a variety of exclusive designs. The handsets are smaller, lighter and have longer battery life. Consumers will also have access to the newest music and TV services from the extended 3G handset range.
The extended ...
Posted on 16th October 2006
Under: 3G, LG, Motorola, Multimedia, Nokia, Sagem, Samsung, Sharp, Sony Ericsson, Vodafone |
Diane von Furstenberg and L-R-G Help Create Iconic Devices
T-Mobile USA, Inc. has partnered with fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg and streetwear giant Lifted Research Group (L-R-G) to create the latest limited edition T-Mobile Sidekick devices.
As the T-Mobile Sidekick continues to redefine the way people communicate, the latest limited edition devices will change the way people view communications — literally. The redefining makeovers were orchestrated by two of today’s hottest and most authentic names — Diane von Furstenberg and Lifted Research Group. Packed with the same great technology features as the T-Mobile Sidekick 3, the new limited edition T-Mobile Sidekicks will be available in limited quantities ...
Posted on 13th October 2006
Under: Device, T-Mobile |
U.S. Palm Retail and Online Stores to Offer Treo 680 Smartphone in Hip Shades of Red, Orange, White and Silver
For people who are ready to move up to a full-featured mobile phone that includes everything needed to stay organized, Palm, Inc. (Nasdaq:PALM) today announced the Palm(R) Treo(TM) 680 smartphone, a GSM/GPRS/EDGE quad-band world phone.(1) Customers will find the Treo 680 smartphone easy to use, slim and compact, yet packed full of features beyond its stellar phone capability, such as email, web browsing, messaging, multimedia, calendar, contacts and more.(2) In the coming weeks and months, carriers around the world will announce additional product details, availability and ...
Posted on 13th October 2006
Under: Palm, Smartphone |
Including HSDPA and "One-segment" Mobile TV Models in New 903i Series—NTT DoCoMo, Inc. and its eight regional subsidiaries today announced 14 new 3G FOMA handsets-the 903i series, SIMPURE series and N902iL.
All 11 new 903i handsets provide a wide range of entertainment functions. They are equipped for DoCoMo's Chaku-Uta Full full-track music-downloading service. Five models can play tracks transferred from PCs that were used to download music from sites such as Napster Japan, which offers unlimited access to approximately 1.5 million downloadable tracks for a flat rate. HSDPA-capable models work with the Music Channel service, which enables up to two music programs to be downloaded automatically ...
Posted on 12th October 2006
Under: 3G, DoCoMo, Handset, Technology |
Pantech targets increased share of fast growing Mexican handset market
The company plans to reach its total sales volumes of 1.3 million units
Pantech Group, one of the world’s fastest growing handset manufacturers, announced today the launch of five new handsets as part of plans to further build its share of the rapidly expanding mobile phone market in Latin America.
The five handsets will be made available through Telcel, the largest mobile service operator in Latin America. Pantech, which established a dedicated subsidiary in Mexico last year, plans to increase its share of the local market by expanding the range of Pantech models on offer to Mexican consumers.
Ji-Kwan ...
Posted on 12th October 2006
Under: Handset, Pantech |
New Interactive Maps Give Customers the Power to Ensure Network Coverage Exists Where They Live, Work and Travel
As part of its ongoing effort to put the power of its networks in the hands of customers, Sprint (NYSE:S) today announces the launch of its Power Network Coverage Tool that will enable customers to access detailed coverage maps which zoom down to the street address level and display network signal strength.
By entering an address or zip code, the maps will offer customers the ability to view the availability of wireless coverage on both the Nextel National Network and the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, along with signal strength ...
Posted on 11th October 2006
Under: Nextel, Sprint, Wireless |
3-in-1 Audio System Allows Users to Remotely Control Mobile Devices, Talk Hands-Free on a Cellphone, and View Caller ID
I-O DATA today announced availability of the wiREVO Bluetooth wireless stereo headset product line, a revolutionary new way to listen to high-quality audio on the go. wiREVO establishes a wireless connection with any Bluetooth-enabled device within 10 meters, including cellphones, MP3 players, CD players, computers, PDAs, TVs, and other audio systems. The mobile audio system delivers high-quality 24-bit stereo sound, providing a superior user experience when compared with the sound of industry-standard mono and 16-bit wireless headsets.
The 3-in-1 wiREVO audio system includes earbuds, microphone, and remote control ...
Posted on 9th October 2006
Under: Audio, Device, Wireless |
Nokia adds expanded music features to popular sports-inspired phone
Nokia today announced the latest addition to its family of "Active" phones with the introduction of the Nokia 5500 Sport Music Edition. Adding to the well-received concept of the Nokia 5500 Sport, the Music Edition is enhanced with a 512 MB microSD card for enjoying up to 375 songs, as well as a fitness carrying strap, bicycle holder and sports headset packed in a new energetic color.
"Music is a great source of energy and inspiration for many - during a workout, a fitness routine, or just relaxing," says Antti Koivula, Director of Lifestyle Products at Nokia. "To ...
Posted on 5th October 2006
Under: Multimedia, Music, Nokia |
Alltel Wireless (NYSE: AT), America’s largest network and Nokia (NYSE: NOK), the world’s leading manufacturer of wireless phones, today announced that the slender, affordable Nokia 2865i handset is now available at Alltel retail stores.“The Nokia 2865i handset combines a slim design and affordable price with the ability to download games and ringtones and surf the mobile Web,†said Wade McGill, senior vice president of product management for Alltel Wireless.
In addition to being Axcess Web capable, the Nokia 2865i handset features hands-free Bluetooth wireless technology, a speakerphone and voice-activated dialing, and BREW Client 3.1.2.
The Nokia 2865i handset is available from Alltel for $9.99 after a $20 ...
Posted on 5th October 2006
Under: Alltel, Nokia |
New Sensor Enables Ultra Slim Camera Phones With Megapixel Quality
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OVTI), a leading independent supplier of CMOS CameraChip image sensors for high-volume applications, today launched its sixth generation 1.3 megapixel CameraChip sensor. Featuring a 2-micron pixel and 1/5-inch optical format, the OV9660 enables a 25 percent thinner camera module, meeting the requirements of ultra slim handset designs. Additionally, the smaller module size is especially attractive to handset makers because it allows a drop-in upgrade from VGA to 1.3 megapixels, thereby extending the life of existing VGA camera phone designs.
“Handset makers continue to design thinner and more compact camera phones to support consumer ...
Posted on 5th October 2006
Under: Camera |
Offering the ultimate in portability, the X3 micro is one of the world's smallest and best performing Bluetooth headsets and is now available in a range of vibrant colors including black, cool white, hot pink, gold, bronze and red. Weighing less than one half ounce, this headset may only be as long as a matchstick but it offers the best of wireless capabilities with its ability to pair with up to three Bluetooth devices while offering clear audio sound. The X3 micro is compatible with any Bluetooth mobile phone, Smartphone, PDA or Bluetooth enabled PC or Mac.The X3 micro can easily go wherever you go. ...
Posted on 4th October 2006
Under: Bluetooth, Uncategorized, Wireless |
Sprint will be the only carrier to offer Motorola's popular trio of devices on a high-speed EVDO network with exclusive content and live television
Customers now able to reserve MOTOKRZR at Sprint.com
Sprint (NYSE: S) today announced plans to launch the latest Motorola handset, MOTOKRZR; the popular MOTORAZR; and the candy-bar style handset, MOTOSLVR. Harnessing the speed of Sprint's Power Vision(SM) EVDO network, Sprint's MOTOKRZR, MOTORAZR and MOTOSLVR will enable customers to access the latest news, music and entertainment content at broadband-like speeds.
On Sprint's Power Vision(SM) network, MOTOKRZR, MOTORAZR and MOTOSLVR will be the only versions of these handsets to offer access to:
- NFL Mobile, a Sprint-exclusive wireless ...
Posted on 3rd October 2006
Under: EV-DO, Motorola, Sprint, Uncategorized |
Truly Mobile Conferencing Device Provides Crystal-clear Sound
Spracht announced this week the availability of Aura Mobile BT, a slim, lightweight, Bluetooth-enabled conferencing device that turns your mobile, home phone or PC/Mac into a high quality, digital conference phone. It provides crisp, clear audio for a wide variety of wired or non-wired communication devices to be used just about anywhere. The full-duplex patented SoundClear Digital Signal Processing (DSP) chip uniquely allows users to talk and hear simultaneously (full duplex) when using Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones, computers for VoIP calls, or cordless telephones with headset jacks.
The sleek Aura Mobile BT provides hands-free mobility and enables clear audio communications from ...
Posted on 3rd October 2006
Under: EDGE, Multimedia |
Super-Sleek Handset Has External Music Controls, and Expandable Memory Capability
Alltel Wireless (NYSE: AT), America’s largest network, and Motorola, a global leader in wireless communications, today announced that MOTOKRZR K1m, the latest in the enormously popular MOTORAZR family of wireless phones, is available online at shopalltel.com starting Oct. 2, 2006. It will be available in Alltel retail stores nationwide Oct. 5, 2006.
“MOTOKRZR is narrower than MOTORAZR and yet the new handset includes all the advanced features customers want, including an MP3 player and video camera,†said Wade McGill, senior vice president of product management for Alltel Wireless. “MOTOKRZR truly offers customers an unparalleled wireless experience.â€
“MOTOKRZR delivers ...
Posted on 2nd October 2006
Under: Alltel, Handset, Motorola |
Cingular Wireless, the nation's largest wireless carrier, and Melodeo Inc. today announced the availability of Melodeo's Mobilcast podcast service. Cingular customers can now search and listen to thousands of podcasts that interest them, including news, sports, entertainment and more, on their Cingular phone -- virtually anytime, anywhere."Mobilcast further enables the mobile news and entertainment capabilities of your cell phone by providing quick and simple access to podcast favorites while on the go," said Jim Ryan, vice president, consumer data services, Cingular Wireless. "We are excited to team with Melodeo to provide a rich selection of audio content that appeals to an array of interests."
Cingular customers ...
Posted on 2nd October 2006
Under: Cingular, Wireless |
T-Mobile USA, Inc. today unveils nationwide a new wireless communications experience that brings to life a customizable, fun and easy-to-use phone interface on today’s coolest phones, and facilitates unlimited any-network calling to those who matter most.Available only from T-Mobile, the new experience, called myFaves, emphasizes people first rather than technology. myFaves empowers users to have five photos or icons on their myFaves-enabled device home screen that illustrate the five people who matter most to them. Then, with a simple click, the user has unlimited nationwide calling to that designated person – to any number in the U.S., even landlines.
The phone interface also enables the user ...
Posted on 2nd October 2006
Under: T-Mobile |