Tuesday, 26 July 2011

Upcoming Mobiles 2011

 

AT&T Introduces RIM's BlackBerry Torch 9810 4G Smartphone
AT&T will release the new BlackBerry Torch 9810. This 4G smartphone is powered by the BlackBerry 7 OS that provides an easier and faster user experience with improved browsing, voice-activated searches, the ability to manage personal content separately from corporate content, as well as additional personal and productivity apps out of the box. The BlackBerry Torch 9810 also features a full QWERTY keyboard, a sliding display, a 1.2GHz processor, an 8GB of onboard memory, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), 720p video capture, WiFi and support for the carrier’s HSPA+ network. No word on pricing or availability at this time. Stay tuned for more updates. [AT&T]


Verizon To Release Samsung Stratosphere
It seems that Verizon will launch the Samsung Stratosphere very soon. The network carrier has made a support page for the upcoming smartphone and then quickly removed it. There is a possibility that the Samsung Stratosphere is another name for the rumored Samsung Galaxy S II 4G LTE phone. Unfortunately, there is no official confirmation from Samsung at this time. Stay tuned for more updates. [Android Community]

LG-A258-Budget-Friendly-Clamshell-Phone
LG is about to release another budget-friendly clamshell phone for the Russian market. Called the A258, the handset will feature a 2.2-inch color display, a 2.0-megapixel camera, a 1GB of internal memory, a microSD card slot (up to 8GB), a media player, an FM tuner, social networking integration, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, a USB port and a 900mAh battery. The LG A258 will retail for 2,800 Rubles (about $100). [LG]


LG Optimus Net P699 (Gelato) Passes Bluetooth Certification
The LG Optimus Net P699 (Gelato) has just passed Bluetooth certification and is listed as being available for AT&T sometime in August 2011. Feature-wise, the LG P699 should bring Android 2.3 Gingerbread, an 800MHz processor, a 3.2-inch HVGA display, HSDPA, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, GPS, Bluetooth 3.0 and a 3.2MP camera. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing or availability at this time. We will keep you posted. [Bluetooth SIG via Phandroid]


Nokia 500 Symbian Anna Smartphone Released
Nokia has announced the availability of the Nokia 500. This Symbian-powered smartphone is designed for those who are looking for a low-cost, full-function smartphone. The Nokia 500 features a fast 1GHz processor, changeable back covers, a 3.2-inch (640 x 360) capacitive touch display and a 5-megapixel camera that can also capture video. The Nokia 500 comes with the latest Symbian Anna OS, offering a refreshed UI, a better browser and split-screen messaging. Other specs include Bluetooth 2.1 and Wi-Fi b/g. The phone measures 111.3mm x 53.8mm x 14.1mm and weighs in at 93 grams – lighter than any other Symbian^3 phone to date. The battery will provide 5-7 hours talk time, 450+ hours in standby mode, or up to 35 hours of music playback. Excluding any local taxes or operator subsidies, the Nokia 500 will cost just €150 ($214) before taxes and subsidies, and will be available from the third quarter of this year. [Nokia Conversation]


Motorola-XT860-4G
Bell Canada is reportedly preparing to launch Motorola’s brand new Android smartphone ‘XT860 4G’ on their network. The handset is said to be available on August 9th (next week), however, there’s no word on pricing yet. In case you didn’t know, the XT860 4G packs a 4.0-inch qHD 960 x 540 touchscreen display, a 1GHz dual-core processor, a 1.3MP front-facing camera, an 8.0MP rear-facing camera with 1080p Full HD video recording, a 5-row sliding QWERTY keyboard and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS. [Unwiredview]

Vodafone 555 Blue Facebook Phone

 

Vodafone-555-Blue-Facebook-Phone

Vodafone is preparing to release a new Facebook phone on their network called the Vodafone 555 Blue. The handset will feature a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 landscape display, a 200MHz MediaTek processor, a 2MP camera with flash, a full physical QWERTY keyboard, a 40MB of internal memory, a microSD card slot, Facebook integration, an FM radio, a music player, Bluetooth 2.1, a 3.5mm headset jack and a 1000mAh battery. The Vodafone 555 Blue will become available in August for unannounced price yet. [Vodafone]

 

Fujitsu IS12T WP7 Mango Phone

 

Fujitsu IS12T WP7 Mango Phone

KDDI has introduced the Fujitsu IS12T Windows Phone 7.5 (aka Mango) smartphone in Japan. The water resistant handset features a 13.2-megapixel camera, a 3.7-inch WVGA screen, a Qualcomm MSM8655 CPU, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and a 32GB of storage space. Sadly, there is no info on pricing at this time. Watch the video after the jump.  


BlackBerry Torch 9860 With AT&T Branding

 

BlackBerry Torch 9860 With AT&T Branding

It seems that AT&T will launch the BlackBerry Torch 9860. This smartphone has been spotted with AT&T branding. FYI, the BlackBerry Torch 9860 has a 3.7-inch (800 x 480) display, a near-field communication chip, a magnetic compass, a portable Wi-Fi hotspot function, a 1.2Ghz processor, and a 768 MB of RAM. There is no info on pricing or availability so far. We will keep you posted. [intomobile]

Zero1.tv VooMote One Universal iPhone Remote

 

Zero1.tv VooMote One Universal iPhone Remote

The new Zero1.tv VooMote One universal iPhone remote works with a free app to convert your iPhone and/or iPod touch into a universal remote control. The VooMote One automatically captures more than 30,000 infrared codes and thousands of electronic devices. It recognizes 574 TV brands, 995 Top Box/DVR brands, and 151 audio and CD brands. The VooMote One code library is also constantly being update to ensure that virtually all IR (infrared) codes are available. The VooMote One will be available on August 5th, 2011 for $99 each. The VooMote One app can also be downloaded for free at the iTunes store. [Press Release]

MTS 950 Android Smartphone

 

MTS-950-Android-Smartphone

Russian-based mobile operator MTS has unleashed their newest Android smartphone in Russia called the MTS 950. The handset sports a 2.8-inch 240 x 320 touchscreen display, a 528MHz Qualcomm MSM7225 processor, a 256MB RAM, a 512MB of flash storage, a microSD card slot, a 2.0-megapixel camera, GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth and runs on Android 2.2.1 Froyo OS. The MTS 950 sells for 4,990 Rubles (about $181) with the MTS’s tariff plan or 5,490 Rubles (about $199) without the MTS’s tariff plan. [MTS]

 

LG Thrill 4G Pricing Unveiled

 



LG Thrill 4G Pricing Unveiled

 

AT&T has unveiled the pricing of the new LG Thrill 4G. The network carrier will launch the LG Thrill 4G on August 7, 2011 for $99.99 with a new 2-year contract agreement. In case you didn’t know, the LG Thrill 4G is AT&T’s version of the LG Optimus 3D. Powered by the Google Android 2.2 Froyo OS (upgradeable to 2.3 Gingerbread), the handset features a 4.3-inch 3D display, a 1GHz dual-core processor, dual 5MP cameras with 3D video recording, and an 8GB of on-board memory. [AT&T]

 

KDDI Regza Phone IS11T Android Smartphone

 

KDDI Regza Phone IS11T

KDDI today unveiled a working prototype of the Regza Phone IS11T Android smartphone. Powered by the Google Android 2.3.4, the smartphone features a fast 1.4Ghz Snapdragon processor, a 4-inch Full Wide VGA display and a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard. Additional specs include an 8MP digital camera, IR data transmission support, WiFi, and Bluetooth. The KDDI Regza Phone IS11T offers up to 300-minute of talk time or up to 260-hour of standby time. KDDI will launch the Regza Phone IS11T in September 2011. More

 

Samsung Galaxy R Gets Demo Video

 

Samsung-Galaxy-R

Samsung has released a demo video of their upcoming Galaxy R Android smartphone (aka Galaxy Z). You could check it out after the break. In case you didn’t know, the handset offers a 4.2-inch Super LCD screen, a 1GHz dual-core Tegra 2 processor, an 8GB of internal storage, a 1.3MP front-facing camera, a 5MP rear-facing camera with 720p HD video recording, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), an FM radio, GPS, WiFi and runs on Android 2.3 OS. More

 

Nokia N9 MeeGo Phone Release Date Unveiled

 

Nokia N9 MeeGo Phone Release Date Unveiled

Nokia Russia has recently unveiled the release date of the Nokia N9 MeeGo phone. The handset will be launched on August 19th, 2011 for around $686. As a reminder, the Nokia N9 MeeGo phone comes jam packed with a 3.9-inch AMOLED display, a polycarbonate body and a choice of 16GB or 64GB internal storage capacity. Additional specs include an 8-megapixel AutoFocus camera with a super wide 28mm Carl Zeiss lens, NFC capabilities, Bluetooth, WiFi and GPS navigation. [Nokia Blog]

 

Samsung Character (SCH-R640) Touchscreen Phone

 

Samsung-Character-(SCH-R640)-Touchscreen-Phone

Samsung USA has listed another touchscreen phone on their product page namely the Samsung Character (SCH-R640). Specs-wise, the handset sports a 2.8-inch touchscreen display, a 1.3-megapixel camera, a side-slide QWERTY keyboard, a microSD card slot, Samsung’s TouchWiz Lite UI, a music player and provides quick access to social networks. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet. [Product Page]

Fujitsu F-07C Windows 7 Phone Released In Japan

 

Fujitsu F-07C Windows 7 Phone Released In Japan 
Fujitsu has decided to launch the F-07C Windows 7 phone in Japan via NTT DOCOMO on July 23, 2011. The smartphone provides a 1.2GHz Intel Atom CPU, a 4-inch (1024 x 600) capacitive display, a 1GB RAM, a 32GB SSD, a sliding QWERTY keyboard, a 5MP rear camera, a VGA front-facing camera, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth, 3G, HSPA and GPS. Additionally, the Fujitsu F-07C is also known as the world’s smallest PC that fits into the palm of the user’s hand.

 

HTC Weike With Weibo Button

 

 HTC Weike With Weibo Button

HTC has rolled out the HTC Weike in China. Priced at 3,380 Yuan ($525), the handset comes with a dedicated Weibo button. In case you didn’t know, Weibo is a Chinese microblogging site. The handset also has a HVGA touchscreen display, the Google Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS with Sense UI, a 5MP autofocus camera, and an 800MHz processor. [AsiaDroid]

Samsung Wave 578 Will Be Launched In Singapore

 

Samsung Wave 578 Will Be Launched In Singapore 
Samsung Singapore has confirmed the availability of the Wave 578. It is the first bada phone to feature NFC (Near Field Communication) and comes with bada 1.1 OS. The phone features a 455MHz processor, supports Quad-band GSM and dual-band 3G, a 3.2MP camera, QuickType by t9 Trace, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Social Hub, GPS, a music player, Samsung Apps support and a microSD card slot (up to 16GB). This mid-range phone will be launched tomorrow for S$338 (US$279). [Samsung]

Sprint To Release Pink Samsung Replenish On July 24th

 

Pink-Samsung-Replenish

Sprint is about to release the pink version of the Samsung Replenish on their network. This new color ‘Raspberry Pink’ of the Samsung Replenish will be available starting on July 24th for a retail price of $50 with a two-year contract agreement. In case you didn’t know, the handset offers a 2.8-inch touchscreen display, a full QWERTY keyboard, WiFi, Bluetooth and runs on Android 2.2 OS. [Unwiredview] 

 

AT&T To Release Nexus S Android Smartphone On July 24th

 

AT&T To Release Nexus S Android Smartphone On July 24th

Google has confirmed that the Nexus S Android smartphone will be available on the AT&T network on July 24th, 2011. The Android 2.3 smartphone features a 4-inch Super AMOLED screen, a 1GHz processor for showing 3D graphics, front- and rear-facing cameras and support for NFC. Additionally, the Nexus S also features the latest Google mobile apps, including Google Earth, Google Maps with Navigation, Google Talk with video chat, Google Voice and Voice Actions, as well as access to more than 250,000 apps to choose from within the Android Market. [Google Mobile]

 

Virgin Mobile Releases Motorola Triumph

 Motorola-Triumph

Virgin Mobile has finally released the all new Motorola Triumph on their network. The handset can be yours for $299.99 without contract. Specs-wise, the Triumph comes with a 4.1-inch 480 x 800 capacitive touchscreen display, a 1GHz processor, a 512MB RAM, a VGA front-facing camera, a 5MP rear-facing camera, 720p HD video recording capabilities, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth, an HDMI port and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. [Product Page]

Pantech MIRACH IS11PT Smartphone

 

Pantech MIRACH IS11PT Smartphone

The Pantech MIRACH IS11PT is a semi-rugged Android smartphone, which is waterproof and dustproof. The handset comes jam packed with a 1GHz second-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8655 SoC CPU and a 3.7-inch WVGA screen with a 480 x 800 resolution. The Pantech MIRACH IS11PT runs on the Google Android Gingerbread 2.3 OS. Too bad, there is no further info about this smartphone. [Ubergizmo]

Samsung Galaxy S II To Be Released In The US Market

 

Samsung Galaxy S II To Be Released In The US Market

Shin Jong-kyun, president of Samsung’s mobile business, has confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy S II should hit the US market “sometime in August.” Most major US carriers will offer this Android Gingerbread smartphone under different names: Samsung Function (Verizon), Samsung Attain (AT&T), and Samsung Within (Sprint). Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing so far. Stay tuned for more updates. [Yonhap]

 

HTC ChaCha Released In India

 HTC ChaCha Released In India

HTC has decided to launch the ChaCha in India via Tata Docomo. Available in Black, Purple, and White, the Android Gingerbread handset comes equipped with a 2.6-inch (480×320) capacitive touchscreen, a full physical QWERTY keyboard, an 800MHz processor, a 5MP autofocus camera with LED flash, a 512MB of ROM, a 512MB of RAM, a microSD card support, HSPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 1250mAh battery. The HTC ChaCha is priced at Rs.15,990($358).

 

Launches HTC Wildfire S Telstra Australia

 

HTC-Wildfire-S

Telstra Australia has just announced the availability of the new HTC Wildfire S on their network. The handset retails for $0 on a $59 Freedom Connect plan for 24 months or $360 without contract. In case you didn’t know, the HTC Wildfire S packs a 3.2-inch 320 x 480 touchscreen display, a 600MHz processor, a 512MB RAM, a 5.0-megapixel autofocus camera, HTC’s Sense Custom Interface, GPS, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth, a 3.5mm headset jack and runs on Android 2.3 OS. 

 

Softbank Launches Sharp 009SH 3D AQUOS Phone

 

Softbank Launches Sharp 009SH 3D AQUOS Phone

Softbank is ready to launch the Sharp 009SH 3D AQUOS phone a.k.a. “Et Voila”. Available in Champagne, Black, White or Pink, this 3D Android 2.3 smartphone has a 4-inch QHD (540×960) 3D New Mobile ASV screen and an 8MP digital camera. The handset measures 61.5mm x 123mm x 12mm and weights 129 grams. [Akihabara]

 

Samsung Galaxy R Android Gingerbread Smartphone

 

Samsung Galaxy R Android Gingerbread Smartphone

The Samsung Galaxy R is now available in the UK market. This Android Gingerbread smartphone is also known as the Samsung Galaxy Z in Sweden. The handset comes jam packed with a 4.2-inch S-LCD WVGA display, a 1GHz dual-core nVidia Tegra 2 processor, a 5MP rear camera with 720p video recording, a 1.3MP front-facing camera, an 8GB of internal memory, and a metallic back case. Too bad, there is no word yet on pricing. [Unwiredview]

 

O2 UK To Release Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray In September

 

Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-Ray

O2 UK is preparing to release Sony Ericsson’s brand new Android smartphone ‘Xperia Ray‘ on their network in September. The handset is now listed at the company’s product page, however, there’s no word on pricing yet. Just to remind you, the Xperia Ray offers a 3.3-inch 480 x 854 capacitive touchscreen display, a 1GHz processor, a 512MB RAM, an 8.0MP autofocus camera, 720P HD video recording capabilities, WiFi, Bluetooth, a 1500mAh battery and runs on Android 2.3 OS. [O2 UK]

 

AT&T Releases Pantech Breeze III Clamshell Phone

 

Pantech-Breeze-III-Clamshell-Phone

AT&T has released another clamshell phone from Pantech namely the Pantech Breeze III. Specs-wise, the handset is packed with a 2.2-inch 240 x 320 internal display, a 1.3-megapixel camera, an 80MB of internal memory, a microSD card slot, 1000-entry phonebook, an MP3 player, 3G (3.6Mbps HSDPA), Bluetooth and a 920mAh battery. The Pantech Breeze III sells for $49.99 with a new two-year contract and after a $50 mail-in rebate. [Product Page]

 

ZTE Skate Smartphone Pricing Unveiled

 

ZTE Skate Smartphone Pricing Unveiled

The ZTE Skate is now available for pre-order in the UK via Clove for £249.99($400). The phone has a huge 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen, Android 2.3 OS, a 800MHz processor, a 256MB of RAM, a 512MB of ROM, a 150MB of internal storage and a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 32GB. Clove will launch the ZTE Skate on September 19th, 2011. [Electricpig]

 

Nokia RM-670 Will Be Available In The US Market

 

Nokia RM-670 Will Be Available In The US Market

The almighty FCC has recently approved the Nokia RM-670. The phone may soon arrive in the US for AT&T and T-Mobile with support for both 1,700MHz AWS (T-Mobile and 850/1,900MHz (AT&T) 3G bands. Powered by the Symbian “Belle” OS, the Nokia RM-670 features a 1GHz processor, the NFC chip payment support and a 3.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen. The Nokia RM-670 retails for $414 off-contract. Stay tuned for more updates.

 

Samsung Galaxy Q Smartphone With 5.3-inch Display

 

Samsung Galaxy Q Smartphone With 5.3-inch Display

Word has it that Samsung will launch the new Galaxy Q smartphone in the near future. The handset comes with an enormous 5.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display and the latest Google Android operating system. Too bad, there is no further info about this handset. Stay tuned for more updates. [Softpedia]

 

Upcoming Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro

 


Upcoming Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro

The FCC has recently approved the Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro. For your info, this upcoming Android handset features a sliding QWERTY keyboard, a 3-inch (320×480) touchscreen, a 1GHz Snapdragon processor and the Google Android Gingerbread OS with Sony Ericsson’s custom user interface. The Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro also has a rear-facing 5-megapixel camera with 720p video recording, and a front-facing VGA camera for video chatting purposes. No word on pricing or availability so far. Stay tuned for more updates. [UnwiredView]

Micromax A70 Android Smartphone Launched In India

 

Micromax-A70-Android-Smartphone

A new Android smartphone from Micromax has just been launched in India. Called the A70, the handset packs a 3.2-inch 320 x 480 touchscreen display, a 600MHz processor, a 0.3MP front-facing camera, a 5MP rear-facing camera, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), GPS, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, a 3.5mm headset jack, a 1450mAh battery and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. The Micromax A70 sells for Rs. 7,999 (about $180) without contract.

 

Cincinnati Bell Releases Samsung Nexus S 3G

 Cincinnati Bell Releases Samsung Nexus S 3G

Cincinnati Bell has released the Samsung Nexus S 3G for $149.99 (after a $50 mail-in rebate) with a new two-year contract. In case you didn’t know, the Samsung Nexus S 3G is the first smartphone to launch with a contour display. The curved glass screen fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and along the side of your face. The smartphone features a 4-inch (800×480) widescreen AMOLED display, a 1GHz Cortex A8 (Hummingbird) processor, the Google Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (A2DP), WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS and a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera. Cincinnati Bell offers free UPS shipping for this phone, and the activation fee (usually $35) has been waived.

 

LG Optimus Net P690 Gingerbread Smartphone

 

LG Optimus Net P690 Gingerbread Smartphone

LG Electronics today introduced the new Android Gingerbread smartphone namely the Optimus Net P690. The phone offers enhanced multimedia support, enhanced power management and better gaming support. The Optimus Net P690 features an integrated social widget that provides one-click photo sharing with multiple social media accounts from the home screen. In addition, the phone also provides a 3.2-inch HVGA (320 x 480) display, a 1500mAh battery, an 800MHz CPU, and the LG SmartShare function that allows easy sharing of content with other DLNA-friendly devices. Specifications for the LG Optimus Net will vary market by market. The North American version will include a QWERTY keyboard. In Brazil, China, Asia and CIS countries, the phone will have dual SIM capabilities. Also, in selected European markets, the Optimus Net will be NFC-ready.

 

LG Optimus Black Skype Edition Now Available At Telus

 

 

LG-Optimus-Black-Skype-Edition

Telus has just announced the availability of the new LG Optimus Black Skype Edition on their network. The handset is currently being offered for $49.99 with a new three-year contract or $399.99 without a contract. The LG Optimus Black Skype Edition packs a 4.0-inch 480 x 800 capacitive touchscreen display, a 2MP front-facing camera, a 5MP rear-facing camera, GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth, 3G, Skype integration and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS.

 

Samsung Admire (SCH-R720) For MetroPCS

 


Samsung Admire (SCH-R720) For MetroPCS

 

Samsung will released the Admire (SCH-R720) Android Gingerbread smartphone for MetroPCS. The phone features a 3G support (no LTE), a 3.5-inch HVGA screen, a 800MHz CPU, TouchWiz UI, a 3.2MP camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS. The Samsung Admire (SCH-R720) will be released in August or September 2011 for around $149.99 after rebate.

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