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Sharp is going to release in Japan early January 2008 the Aquos W61SH phone featuring a 2.8 inch display with a 2000:1 contrast ratio that is more than perfect for 1-seg mobile television that its users are going to get.
The Sharp W61SH will not only be available in hot pink - those who prefer less striking colors can grab them in either black or white. There has been no news on its pricing though.
Via: AVING
This Golden Buddha Phone is platted with 24k yellow gold and is definitely not one of those cheap Chinese handphones in the market. In fact, by the look of the pictures, the workmanship is undeniably detailed and fine. Equipped with a built-in camera, a touch screen and microSD slot just like any other normal phone, this Golden Buddha Phone is loaded with tons of Buddhism menu and wallpapers.
As elegant as it is to have an expensive phone like this, the concept does not seem to tie in with the Buddhism teachings. This is because one of the Buddhist teachings is that wealth does not guarantee happiness and also wealth is impermanent. Nevertheless, the Golden Buddha Phone is still an extraordinary alternatives to regular or branded handsets.
3 more pictures of the Golden Buddha Phone after the jump.
The Samsung M4650 - the iPhone-like all touchscreen Windows Mobile Smartphone that allows Marvell PXA 300 Application Processor, has started its shipment in Korea and is available on Korea’s LG Telecom Network. This advanced application processor enables users to combine both business and pleasure.
Other specifications of the Samsung M4650 include a 2.0 megapixel camera, TV T-DMB receiver, LCD Touch Screen and Bluetooth connectivity. However, there has been no information on whether it comes with WiFi or “multi-touch” functionality.
Via: Uberphones
The Sony Ericsson PSP has been rumored to be a dual slider handset whereby sliding it down reveals a numeric keypad while sliding it upwards reveals gaming control keys. In this way, this handset will keep its PSP gaming experience. Other features include a 3.2 megapixel camera, built-in multimedia player and WiFi connecivity.
1 more picture of the Sony Ericsson PSP after the jump.
iPhone is getting a platinum finish thanks to Goldstriker International, a firm that specializes in precious metal plating that has changed the looks of other handsets from Nokia, Motorola and LG as well. There will only be 250 handsets of the iPhone Platinum edition that will be available in January 2008 at a price of $2,230.
Via: Ubergizmo
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After an 8 year battle, Blackberry is finally making its way to China resulting the rejoice of Chinese in the business sector. RIM is planning to release the Blackberry 8700 in the Chinese market by end of December 2007. In fact, TCL Communication, the manufacturer of the device in China has already received a 10,000 order of the device from China Mobile. The Blackberry 8700 will be available in two plans, one costing RMB 398 (USD54) and the other RMB 598 (USD81). Via: Uberphones |
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The newly announced Samsung SPH-W2400 sliding phone comes with an amazingly sharp AMOLED display, much sharper than those you get from a traditional LCD or TFT displays. Better yet, the Samsung SPH-2400 also supports DMB mobile TV. Other than that, users also get HSDPA connectivity, Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity, multimedia player and a 2.0 megapixel camera. Once again, Samsung is doing it again. The Samsung SPH-W2400 will only be available in Korea at about 500,000 Won (or 367 Euros). Via: Mobile Mentalism |
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Hop-On has announced its low-end and disposable phone known as the HOP 1900 Graffiti that will be available for less than USD50. Although the Graffiti loses out on its outlooks, environment defenders will find them attractive as the phone is subject to recycling. |
As declared by Hop-On in its press release, this phone is ideal for teens, seniors, tourists, vacationers, business travelers, especially those who need an inexpensive handset that can just be used for its primary function.
The specifications of the HOP1900 Graffiti are: -
- Networks - CDMA 1900 MHz
- Phone book for 100 entries
- 12 ringtones
- GPS-module (optional)
- Li-Ion 720 mAH battery
- Talk time - 3 hrs
- Standby time - 240hrs
- Dimensions – 112mm ×46mm x 17mm
Via: Latest Mobile
LG held a press event to mark the launch of its LG LB3300 that brings out rhapsody in music phone with the presence of its high end audio specialist Mark Levinson who optimized 8 preset equalizer positions for the best pop, jazz, classical and other genre music playback.
The LG LB3300 Rhapsody is equipped with an LED backlighted touch wheel for easy music navigation, playback capabilities, and even comes with a 1GB built in memory for up to 256 songs storage and up to 4GB expandable external memory. It supports a Bluetooth headphone set up that allows two persons to listen to music simultaneously.
Other specifications of the LG LB3300 include: -
- 2.0 megapixel camera
- 2″ TFT LCD
- 800 or 1000mAH battery
- Dimensions: 103mm x 48mm x 14.7mm
This LG LB3300 will only be available in black and white in Korea for now. There will be a pink version that is projected to arrive within two months.
Via: Aving USA
With the market being flooded by countless phone models, Nokia feels the need to try a different selling point in an attempt to make their phone stand out from the massive crowd. Newly announced Nokia 3110 Evolve is one candy bar that loves Mother Nature in the sense that its “bio-covers” are made with over 50 percent renewable materials and comes nicely packed in a box that is made of 60 percent recycled stuff. It even has a charger that is most efficient ever offered by Nokia with a full 94 per cent below Energy Star specifications. The Nokia 3110 Evolve is pretty much similar to the Classic 3110 and comes with 1.3 megapixel camera, FM radio and tri-band GSM. There has been no word yet on its price or availability.
Via: Engadget Mobile
