Nokia N82 Black SmartPhone released

The Nokia N82 SmartPhone has today been unveiled in a stylish new jet black. This is perhaps a response from Nokia to mixed opinions about the appearance of the older shiny silver model.

Multimedia capabilities, high-speed internet and integrated GPS navigation are standout features of the Nokia N82. The camera is top notch as well, providing 5 Megapixels, Xenon flash, Car Zeiss optics, auto focus, fast between shot reloading and DVD like quality video capture.

The integrated GPS and high resolution camera can work together to tag photos with capture location metadata. The capture location of each image can then be viewed at a later date from the phone or on a computer.

The Nokia Sports Tracker application is also supported by the N82. This GPS based activity tracker application automatically stores data such as speed, distance and time.

MicroSD cards of up to 8GB are supported. This storage space is quoted by Nokia of being able to hold either 3,600 high resolution photos, 5 hours of video capture, up to 6,000 songs or every available region for Nokia Maps.

The Nokia N82 Black model is expected to start shipping in the next few weeks for an estimated price of 400 euros.

Sony Ericsson G900 - 5 Megapixel Camera and Touch Screen

The Sony Ericsson G900 features a touch screen interface and camera with a high capture resolution of 5 megapixels. This is one of two touch screen organiser phones that have recently been announced by Sony Ericsson, the other being the 3.2 megapixel G700 model.

The G900 model has all of the functionality of the G700 with additional features including the higher camera resolution of 5 megapixels, touch enabled camera functions, touch photo album editor and WiFi support. Other camera upgrades include Auto Focus and a picture blogging feature.

All touch screen functions of the G700 model such as "one touch" control, hand writing recognition and finger navigation are supported. The Sony Ericsson G900 also supports "Quick Notes", a feature that allows you to quickly write notes on the screen with the stylus and then save or send them to your contacts. A single press on the Notes icon is all that is required to activate the Quick Notes feature.

3G broadband internet access is provided and allows the G900 to be used for streaming videos, music and news channels. An RSS feature is also included to allow you to subscribe to your favorite feeds and receive notifications when a new feed has been published. WiFi allows fast internet connections in internet hotspots.

The Sony Ericsson G900 is expected to be released in selected markets from the second quarter of 2008.

Specifications:
- Camera: 5 Megapixels, Auto Focus, 3x digital zoom, Image stabiliser, re-eye reduction
- Screen: 240 x 320 pixels, 262,144-colour TFT
- Onboard Memory: 160MB
- External Memory: Memory Stick Micro support
- Talk Time: 12 hours for GSM 900, 1800 and 1900, 4 hours for UMTS 2100
- Standby Time: 380 hours
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, WLAN, USB, Modem, PC synchronisation
- Internet: WAP 1.2.1, WAP 2.0 XHTML, Opera web browser
- Music: Media Player, MP3, ACC, Bluetooth stereo A2DP
- Operating System: Symbian

Sony Ericsson G700 - 3.2 Megapixel Camera and Touch Screen

The Sony Ericsson G700 is a 3G touch screen organiser phone that features a 3.2 megapixel camera. This is one of two touch screen organiser phones that have recently been announced by Sony Ericsson, the other being the 5 megapixel G900 model.

The large 2.4 inch touch display features "one touch" control for a range of organiser functions that include contacts, calendars, pictures, notes and shortcuts to your favorite websites. The touch screen on the G700 also features hand writing recognition and allows you to enter hand written text with the supplied stylus. Finger input is also supported to allow you to navigate your phone by simply touching the screen.

The camera supplies a capture resolution of 3.2 megapixels and features 3x Digital Zoom and an Image Stabiliser. Other features of the camera include Photo fix for adjusting light balance and contrast after the photo has been taken, Photo light for improving picture quality in poor lighting conditions and Red eye reduction. Camera features for video mode include Video light and Video stabiliser.

The G700 is also optimised for the web and features 3G broadband internet access speeds of up to 384 kbps. An RSS feeds feature lets you subscribe to feeds and notifies you when new feeds are available from the main display. The fast internet access also lets you use the phone as a media player for streaming music videos, movie trailers, news and sports.

The Sony Ericsson G700 is expected to be released in selected markets from the second quarter of 2008.

Specifications:
- Camera: 3.2 Megapixels, 3x digital zoom, image stabiliser, re-eye reduction
- Screen: 240x320 pixel 262,144-colour TFT
- Onboard Memory: 160MB
- External Memory: Memory Stick Micro support
- Talk Time: 12 hours for GSM 900, 1800 and 1900, 4 hours for UMTS 2100
- Standby Time: 380 hours
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, USB, Modem, PC synchronisation
- Internet: WAP 1.2.1, WAP 2.0 XHTML, Opera web browser
- Music: Media Player, MP3, ACC, Bluetooth stereo A2DP
- Operating System: Symbian

Samsung Soul - Stylish 5 Megapixel Slider Phone

The Samsung Soul 5 Megapixel kick slider phone has been announced as Samsungs flagship product for 2008. Soul, an abbreviation of "The Spirit of Ultra", was named to honor the completion of the Ultra Edition series of handsets.

This stylish, slim and lightweight handset has been designed to offer both features and looks for style conscious users.

Offering 5 megapixels, the camera is also equipped with a range of professional photographic functions that include Auto Focus, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Face Detection, Image Stabiliser and Image Editor. The Soul also offers a large 2.2" 16M QVGA TFT LCD, ideal for viewing and editing photos.

Fast High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSPDA) internet access at 7.2 Mbps is also offered by the Samsung Soul, idea for sharing images and video taken by the phone. 7.2 Mbps is faster than what is offered by standard 3G networks.

Another standout feature of the Soul is an adaptive touch pad that changes to suit the active application. This feature is marketed as Magic Touch by DaCP. For example, if the phone is in music mode, music specific icons will illuminate on the navigation indicators. And when in camera mode, camera specific icons such as zoom and brightness will illuminate.

The Soul also features a thematic UI that allows users to change the User Interface to match their personal preference. An on handset UCS setup feature is also provided to let users create their own skins for the phone. Customisable display skins with options such as colours, fonts and background images are available.

The Samsung Soul will be available in European markets from April 2008.

Specifications:
- Display: 2.2" 16M QVGA TFT LCD
- Camera: 5 Megapixels, Auto Focus, Face Detection, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Image Editor and Image Stabiliser
- FM Radio: DRM 2.0 + MDP (WMDRM)
- Bluetooth: V2.0
- USB: V2.0
- Size: 104 x 49 x 12.9mm

Sony Ericsson C902 Cyber shot - 5 Megapixel camera phone

The Sony Ericsson C902 Cyber shot is a stylish camera phone that offers an impressive capture resolution of 5 megapixels. The C902 is one of two new Cyber shot phones recently announced by Sony Ericsson, the other being the C702 which was covered in the previous post.

Featuring a slim, compact design with slide out lens cover, this camera phone has been built for style. From the back view, this handset doesn't resemble a mobile phone at all!

The 5 megapixel camera features Face Detection, Auto Focus, Auto Rotate and photo flash. The Face Detection and Auto Focus feature lets the camera focus on the face of the subject instead of the background. For night photos, the Sony Ericsson C902 Cyber shot features the latest lighting technology and Photo Flash for quality photos in low light conditions. The established BestPic feature which lets you quickly take nine photos and choose the best, also now features a light solution.

Camera related user interface features include display lighting adjustments and eight camera touch keys. When in camera mode, the phones lighting changes from white to blue. The eight camera touch keys let you choose from available camera modes that include Face Detection, Photo Flash, and Auto Focus.

The Sony Ericsson C902 Cyber shot will be available in selected markets from the second quarter of 2008.

Specifications:
- Camera: 5.0 Megapixels with auto focus, auto rotate, face detection and 2.5 x digital zoom
- Display: 262,144 colour TFT, 240x320 pixels, 2 inches
- Memory: Up to 160MB, Stick Micro (M2) support
- Music: Media player, Music tones (MP3/AAC) FM radio
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, Modem, USB, PictBridge
- Colours: Swift Black, Luscious Red
- Compatible Accessories: USB Card Reader CCR-70, Bluetooth Headset HBH-PV712, GPS-Enabler HGE-100, Design Collection IDC-23

Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber shot - 3.2 megapixels and GPS

The Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber shot offers a 3.2 megapixel camera optimised for single handed use and a GPS with location based imaging. This phone is one of two recently announced additions to the Cyber shot phone range. The other model is the 5 megapixel C902 which will be covered in the next post.

The C702 Cyber shot has been designed for a range of conditions and features a unique splash and dust resistant design. Sony Ericsson describes this model as a phone that can always be at your side wherever you go, whatever you do.

Designed to let you take pictures in any position, the C702 features a camera key and active lens cover that are specifically placed so one hand can stabilise the 3.2 megapixel camera and also take a photo. Other one-handed design features include steady-grip materials and a wrist strap.

An integrated GPS with a selection of location based imaging services is provided for adding a new dimension when capturing and editing photos. When a photo is taken, information about where you are located in the world is automatically attached to the image.

Google Maps for Mobile is included and can be used to help guide you to your destination when you're out and about. You can also get voice guidance using the GPS to get directional instructions for up to 20 million points of interest.

The Sony Ericsson C702 Cyber shot will be available in selected markets from the second quarter of 2008.

Specifications:
- Camera: 3.2 Megapixel with auto focus and 2 x digital zoom
- Display: 262,144 colour TFT, 240x320 pixels, 2.2 inches
- Navigation: aGPS (Assisted GPS), Google maps for mobile
- Memory: Up to 160MB, Stick Micro (M2) support
- Music: Bluetooth stereo (A2DP), Media player, Music tones (MP3/AAC) FM radio
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, Modem, USB
- Colours: Speed Black, Cyan Blue
- Compatible Accessories: USB Card Reader CCR-70, Bluetooth Headset HBH-PV703, Stereo Portable Handsfree HPM-65, Camera Phone Kit IPK-100

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LG KF600 - Stylish phone with Interactive Touch Screen

The LG KF600 is a stylish mobile phone that features a unique interactive touch screen (InteractPad) and kick-slider design. This handset was the winner of the 2008 iF Product Design Award.

The InteractPad features context specific virtual keys that change to match the current task. The intention of this design is to provide a simple way to navigate through the numerous menus and features that are available on modern mobile phones. The LG KF600's InteractPad helps the user out by illuminating the menu keys that are required for the task at hand. The virtual keys have been designed to be larger and better spaced than physical keys.

Another nice feature of the InteractPad touch screen is multi-sensorial feedback that provides the user with audio, visual and tactile (haptic) cues. The phone provides a sense of reality when the virtual buttons are pressed by making them larger, vibrating slightly and making a clicking sound. This feature is also designed to improve user interface accuracy and make the phone more comfortable.

The LG KF600 provides eight dynamic graphic user interface themes to give the phone a character that matches its owner's personality. When the user chooses a new theme, it will be reflected in the layout of each applications menus and icons as well the wallpaper.

A range of multimedia features are also provided that include a 3 megapixel camera, MP3 player, video recording, FM radio and Bluetooth. Games are also included that are compatible with the touch screen.

This LG KF600 features a sleek glossy finish that is available in pastel pink, shiny pink, wine red and titan.

Specifications:
- Camera: 3 megapixel with auto focus and 4x digital zoom
- Capture resolution: 320x240 (QVGA), 640x480 (VGA), 1280x960 (SXGA), 1600x1200 (UXGA), 2048x1536
- Screen size: 2 in x 1.5 in
- Internal memory: 40MB
- External memory: Micro-SD socket (up to 2GB)
- Bluetooth: EDR and BT V2.0
- USB port: Yes
- Talk time: More than 2.5 hours
- Standby time: More than 200 hours
- Size: 101.2 x 50.7 x 14.4

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Nokia N78 - Multimedia SmartPhone that features GPS

Nokia have introduced the N78, a smartphone with impressive multimedia capabilities and even a GPS. This handset is expected to start shipping in the second quarter of 2008.

The Nokia N78 combines music, video, photography and navigation and is designed to take advantage of new services such as the Nokia Music Store, Nokia Maps and Share on Ovi - a new online service that lets users share their personal media.

The N78 features a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, integrated GPS with free Nokia maps, high-speed HSPDA 3G connectivity and a microSD memory card (currently available up to 8GB).

The combination of GPS and the 3.2 megapixel digital camera can be used for the increasingly popular practice of 'getotagging' images. When photos are taken, the N78 automatically tags them with capture location metadata, making it possible to view the capture location on a map on the device itself or online.

The Nokia N78, as an Nseries device, is marketed as a multimedia computer and features OMA DRM 2.0 support for music, internet radio, internal stereo speakers and support for standard 3.5mm headphones. It also has an integrated FM transmitter that allows your music to be played on any FM radio.

Compatible accessories include the Nokia BH-903 Bluetooth headset, MD-7W speakers and the DC-1 power pack.

Specifications:
- Display: 2.4” QVGA (240 x 320 pixels) TFT color display with up to 16 million colors and wide 160° viewing angle. Ambient light detector - to optimize display brightness and power consumption
- Camera: Up to 3.2 megapixel (2048x1536 pixels) camera, Carl Zeiss Optics, Tessar lens, MPEG-4 VGA video capture of at 15 fps
- Secondary camera: CIF (352x288 pixels) sensor
- Operating System: Symbian OS
- Internal memory: 70MB
- External memory: MicroSD (currently up to 8GB)
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth, WLAN
- GPS: Integrated Assisted Global Positioning System (A-GPS)

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Sony Ericsson T280 and T270

The new Sony Ericsson T280 and T270 are stylish, affordably priced mobile phones that feature a slim 13mm brushed metal case and Bluetooth connectivity.

Sony Ericsson T270
This handset has been designed for the business user who just wants to get the essentials done well. The T270 was developed without a camera to keep things simple and is built in a metal housing with a clearly laid out keypad to provide a robust phone that is easy to use. Functions for the business user include a phonebook, calendar, one touch messages and a built-in speakerphone for conference calls.

Sony Ericsson T280
The only real difference between the T270 and the T280 is that the latter model includes a 1.3 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom. Users can take photos quickly share them with friends using MMS picture messaging or a Bluetooth connection to a nearby phone.

Both models are compatible with Bluetooth Headsets such as the recently announced HBH-PV770. The HBH-PV770 headset offers remarkably clear audio, even in noisy environments, thanks to its Digital Noise Cancellation and fast Automatic Volume Adjustment features.

Specifications:
- Camera (T280 only): 1.3 megapixel, 4x digital zoom
- Entertainment and News: FM radio, Java, MP3 music, WAP 2.0
- Connectivity: Bluetooth
- Organizer: Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Phone book, Stopwatch, Tasks

Networks:
- T270i - GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900
- T270a - GSM/GPRS 850/1800/1900
- T280i - GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900
- T280a - GSM/GPRS 850/1800/1900

The Sony Ericsson T280 and T270 mobile phones will be available in selected markets early in 2008.

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Motorola Z10 - A mobile film studio

Motorola has today announced the MOTO Z10 - a pocket-sized mobile phone film studio.

The MOTO Z10 is an update of the Z8, the worlds first kick-slider phone.

Users will be able to capture high quality video at 30 frames per second, edit footage and add a soundtrack, commentary and visual effects all from their handset.

Features
- 3.2 megapixel camera, burst mode delivers 3 shots per second
- 30 frames per second video capture
- 2.2" QVGA display for 30 frames per second video playback
- Up to 32GB microSD card
- Instant media download and streaming at HSDPA 3.6Mbps
- MP3, AMR, AAC AAC+, WMA, 3GPP, H.263, H.264, Mpeg4
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity

The MOTO Z10 is a sleek and stylish phone with many features. It will be available in the first quarter of 2008.

LG Viewty KU990 - 5 Megapixel camera

The LG Viewty KU990 is one of the latest camera phones - featuring an impressive resolution of 5-megapixels. If you are considering purchasing a digital camera in the near future and could possibly do with a mobile phone upgrade too, then you may want to consider the Viewty KU900.

Not only does the camera support a high 5-megapixel resolution, it also has a touch screen and supports a range of other features that you would expect to find in a standard digitial camera. On top of the convectional auto-focus, the Viewty KU990 is the first ever camera phone to support manual focus. A xenon flash is included although I have heard reports that it is not all that bright.

Other image enhancing facilities include digital stabalisation, ISO 800 and SmartLight for taking quality pictures in low-light conditions.

The LG Viewty KU990's photo editing software provides a range of useful features including picture size adjustment and a scattered photo viewer that allows you to drag photos around the screen with the flick of a finger.

HIgh speed video recording at 120FPS is also supported which allows you to catch objects in motion with a high detail and then view them again later in slow motion.

An MP3 player is included and supports most of the features that you would find on a standalone MP3 player.

Specifications:
- Camera - 5MPx, manual and auto focus
- Digital zoom - 16x
- Optical zoom - no
- Video Encoding - VGA 30fps, QVGA 120 fps
- Video Codec - (MPEG4/WMV/H.263/H.264) - plays divx video up to 640 x 480
- Audio Codec - (MP3/AAC/AAC+/AAC++/WMA)
- Memory Slot - Micro SD 2Gb
- Internal memory - 90MB
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- Display - 3 inch touch screen
- Dimensions L,W,H(mm) - 103.5 x 54.4 x 14.8