ZTE Mimosa X, The First Tegra-powered Smartphone and Icera Modem Technology

ZTE is preparing to release a smartphone with dual-core processors this year. Android-based handset, named Mimosa X will use mobile processors NVIDIA Tegra 2 and NVIDIA Icera 450 HSPA modem.

ZTE Mimosa X will carry Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and equipped with capacitive touch screen TFT 960 x 540 pixels.

Equipped with a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus feature in the back side. There is also a 0.3 megapixel front camera for video call support activities.

In addition to GPS, WiFi and Bluetooth built in, ZTE Mimosa X also provides management accelerator for screen orientation, update firmware over the air (FOTA) and the proximity sensor.

Other features of ZTE Mimosa X is such advanced audio distribution profile (A2DP), Dolby sound, digital living network alliance compatibility (DLNA) to facilitate sharing of content, the ability to play and record HD video and dual microphone.

ZTE Mimosa X also includes a baseband processor Icera, making it the first phone to use this technology, after NVIDIA acquired last year.

Hopefully Tegra processor will have a major impact on the mainstream world of mobile communications in a few months or years. ZTE Mimosa X is expected to be launched around the second quarter of 2012.

ZTE Mimosa X Specifications:

• Operating System: Android v4.0 Ice Cream sandwich
• CPU/GPU: Tedra 2 dual core processor
• Display: 4.3 inch qHD @ 960×540 resolution
• Camera: 5MP rear facing
• Front facing Camera 0.3 MP
• Storage: 4GB, expandable up to 32GB
• NVIDIA Icera 450 21Mbps HSPA+

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LG X3 may become The SuperPhone

LG Electronics will release LG X3 smartphone with quad core Tegra 3 processors. If this is true, then LG X3 is similar to the Samsung Galaxy S III.

The presence of LG X3, which probably had a code name, ranging rumored on the internet. One of them is leaking through the photos on the site PocketNow.

As quoted from PocketNow, this phone will be equipped with processors from nVidia Tegra 3. Differences with Samsung that will bury the processors Exynos 4412 (rumor) ARM-based quad-core Cortex A9.

Reach the screen resolution 1280 x 720 pixels with 4.7-inch screen. 8MP resolution rear camera and front camera 1.3 MP. While the internal memory is 16GB and microSD can be added.

LG X3 is going to use the Android OS 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Network connection using a technology Long Term Evolution (LTE) or 4G networks.

Other features include a Near Field Communication (NFC) transceiver. While the phone's battery capacity is 9 mm to 2,000 mAh.

Allegedly, LG will unveil the device at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, next month. But its presence in the market may be only a few months later. 
LG X3 Spesification:

• 2G Network GSM 850 - 900 - 1800 - 1900
• 3G Network HSDPA 900 - 1900 - 2100
• Display 4.7 inches type IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 720 x 1280 pixels (~312 ppi pixel density)Multitouch 
• Card slot microSD, up to 32GB
• Internal memory 16 GB storage, 1 GB RAM
• GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA,WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot,Bluetooth v4.0 with A2DP, EDR, NFC,USB, microUSB v2.0
• Primary Camera: 8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, Features Geo-tagging,Video1080p@30fps
• Secondary Camera: 1.3 MP
• Android OS v4.x (Ice Cream Sandwich)
• CPU Dual-core 1.5 GHz
• Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
• Standard battery, Li-Ion 2000 mAh

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ADzero - The Bamboo Android Smartphone

Generally, the smartphone casing made ​​of plastic or metal. But this British student tried to make a breakthrough, he made the handset with the materials of bamboo.

Smartphone of bamboo is called ADzero glide planned soon. Made of bamboo age of 4 years that has been set up in such a way as to remain strong, ADzero using the Android operating system.

Smartphone is uniquely created by Kieron Scott Woodhouse, a young man living in London. Once the design is posted to the Internet, Middlesex University student was contacted by an entrepreneur interested in developing it to be a commercial product.

Quoted from the Telegraph, the initial marketing of the handsets ADzero plans in the UK and China. Estimated price is not mentioned.

Not yet known the full specifications of the ADzero, but this smartphone became the first Android smartphone using Bamboo material.


 

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Galaxy Nexus - The Android 4.0 Smartphone from Google

Samsung Electronics plans to release the Galaxy Nexus in Indonesia on January 21, 2012. Of course this is good news for Android Mania country who can not wait to taste the power of Android OS 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

Galaxy Nexus is a smartphone that really supported by the google like Nexus One, the first smartphone  from Google when it first introduced the Android OS.

In addition to running the Ice Cream Sandwich, Galaxy Nexus also comes with a 4.65-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1280 x 720p. To support the operation of mobile phones, Nexus uses a dual core processor 1.2 GHz, 1GB RAM, GPU PowerVR SGX 540.

As noted on the official site of the Galaxy Nexus http://www.google.com/nexus/, With Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwiches, Brings an entirely new lo  ok and feel to Android. Simple layouts with subtle animations and delightful flourishes the make everything feel alive.

Galaxy Nexus Specifications:

• 4.65" HD(1280 x 720) Super AMOLED
• Contour Display (curved glass)
• 67.94 X 135.5 X 9.47 (LTE)
• 145.5 g (5.1 OZ)
• LTE/CDMA
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• Memory Storage: 32GB
• Memory: 1GB RAM
• Camera 5MP continuous auto focus,1.3MP Front
• LED Flash
• Zero shutter lag
• Video recording in 1080p 
• Micro USB  

   

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Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus, the opening of the Samsung Smartphone in 2012

Samsung in 2012 is not only brings the Samsung Galaxy M Style but also presents the successor to one of the middle-class smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Ace. Named Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus, this new handset certainly has differences compared to previous generations.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus comes with a significant difference compared to the Samsung Galaxy Ace. And what about the ability of the hardware?

As quoted from PCWorld, Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus relies on a 1GHz processor, higher than the Sasmsung Galaxy Ace is only 800 MHz. Also increased to 512MB RAM.

The screen resolution is the same, that is 480x320 pixels. However, size is a little better than the Galaxy Ace, amounting to 3.65 inch. More or less the same specifications, such as 5-megapixel camera.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus which seems to use Android Gingerbread is on sale in Russia this month. Then gradually towards Europe, Latin America, Asia, Terngah East and Africa. Price range has not been mentioned.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus is the first Samsung smartphone that was released in 2012.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus Specifications:

• Network - HSDPA 7.2Mbps 900/2100 EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
• Processor - 1 GHz Processor
• Display 3.65" HVGA(320x480) TFT
• OS Android 2.3(Gingerbread)Size 114.7 x 62.5 x 11.2 mm, 115 g
• Camera Main(Rear) : 5 Megapixel Auto Focus Camera with LED Flash
• Video Video : MPEG4, H.263, H.264 Recording/ Playback : WVGA@30fps
• AudioCodec : MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+,Music Player with SoundAlive
• 3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo FM Radio with RDS 
• Bluetooth® technology v 3.0
• USB 2.0
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 
• Accelerometer, Digital compass, Proximity 
• 3GB User memory + 512MB(RAM), microsd (up to 32GB) 
• Standard battery, Li-ion 1300  mAh

Features:

• Samsung TouchWiz/ Samsung L!ve Panel UX
• Samsung Apps
• Samsung Kies 2.0/ Samsung Kies air
• Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
• Social Hub - Integrated Messaging(Email, SNS), Contacts/ Calendar Sync, POP3/IMAP Email
• Music Hub (Downloadable)
• Google Mobile Services
• Android Market, Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps,
• Syncing with Google Calendar
• Think Free
• A-GPS

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Samsung welcome 2012 with Samsung Galaxy M Style

Samsung started in 2012 by aggressively. While other mobile phone vendors seem still preparing to launch its newest product, Samsung released the Samsung Galaxy M Style after a few moments before introducing the Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus.

Samsung Galaxy M Style will be a Super AMOLED screen tech smartphone with a fairly cheap price. Super AMOLED technology is synonymous with high end Samsung handset category. This technology is considered a color display presents clear and sharp.

Samsung Galaxy M Style has a 4 inch landscape display. But the general specifications appear in the segment of premium-class handsets, such as 1 GHz processor, 3 megapixel camera, 4GB of internal memory and Bluetooth 3.0.

The design itself something like the Samsung Galaxy S II. As for the color options provided in the Galaxy M is Platinum Silver, Blue Black and Lavender Pink.

Quoted from Cnet, Galaxy M Lavender Pink was first circulated in South Korea and may also be marketed globally. Prices range from $ 500.
Samsung Galaxy M Style Specifications:

• Network: 3G HSDPA 7.2 Mbps
• OS: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
• Processor: 1 Ghz processor
• Display: 4 inch Super AMOLED Display
• 640 x 480 pixels screen resolution
• 3 MP Primary Camera
• VGA Front Camera
• Video recording & playback
• Multi Format Music Player with SoundAlive
• FM Radio
• 3.5 mm jack
• Internal Memory: 4 GB
• Up to 32 GB External memory support
• Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, WAP, Bluetooth data conectivity
• Samsung TouchWiz/ Samsung L!ve Panel UX
• Samsung Apps
• Samsung Kies 2.0/ Samsung Kies air
• Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
• Social Hub, Music Hub
• Integrated Messaging(Email, SNS), Contacts/ Calendar Sync
• Basic: POP3/IMAP Email
• Google Mobile Services
• Android Market, Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, Syncing with Google Calendar
• ThinkFree
• A-GPS
• Apps: Social Networking, Browser, Android Market, Google Apps
• Battery: 1650mAh Standard

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Samsung SCH-W999 "Super Dual", Android with Dual SIM, Dual Face & Dual Core

Samsung has just launched a mobile phone that could be considered the first with the Android OS, the Samsung SCH-W999 which partners with China Telecom. This phone seems quite able to restore our memory on some clamshell flip phone design, in the midst of an Android phone that promotes a wide touchscreen display.

Samsung SCH-W999 will have a tagline like 'super dual'. See the specifications, carrying the two screen size 3.5 inch Super AMOLED 480 x 800, 1.2GHz dual-core processor Qualcomm MSM8660 and dual sim card mode.

Operating system used 'super dual', the Samsung uses Gingerbread Android 2.3, which certainly can be upgraded to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

Like high-end phones from Samsung, Samsung SCH-W999 also has the TouchWiz interface, as well as the back cover HyperSkin which is also used on the Galaxy Nexus to grip anti-stain.

From the features, has also lensed 5 megapixel camera with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 3.0 is faster than version 2.0.

Interestingly, the data packets competition between GSM and CDMA operators, this phone will certainly make it easy for users in selecting the best data package is best suited for them.


Specifications Of Samsung SCH-W999:
- GSM and CDMA Network
- 3G Network EVDO, Rev. A
- 2G Network CDMA 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
- Form Factor Flip
- Dimensions L x B x H 111 × 59 × 17.79mm
- Weight 206 grams
- Internal Display
   +  Type Super AMOLED Touchscreen
   + Size 3.5-inch
   + Colors & Resolution 16M Colors & 480 X 800 Pixels
- External Display
  + Type Super AMOLED Touchscreen
  + Size 3.5-inch
  + Colors & Resolution 16M Colors & 480 X 800 Pixels
- Input 5-Row Keypad
- Multi Touch
- Gravity Sensor
- Light Sensor
- Operating System Google Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS
- CPU 1.2GHz Qualcomm MSM8660 Dual-Core Processor
- Internal Memory 16GB
- External Memory Micro-SD Card Slot for 32GB Memory Expansion
- Camera Primary 5 Megapixels
  + 2560×1920 Pixels
  + Flash
  + Auto Focus
  + 4x Digital Zoom
  + Video Recording 1080p HD Video Recording Capable @ 30fps
  + 720p HD Video Recording Capable @ 30fps
- Secondary (Front-Facing) 1.3 Megapixels
- Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP & v2.0 micro USB
- WLAN 802.11 b/g/n
- Headset 3.5mm stereo headset jack
- Music Format MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA
- Movie Format MP4, H.264
- Battery Type Li-Ion 1500mAh
- Other Features
   + HyperSkin Back Cover
   + Android Market
   + Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter
   + Thinkfree, Photo Editor, Pleasure Reading Circle
   + Digital Compass
   + Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, G-Talk Colors Black

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HTC's Edge, The first Smartphone in the world with Quad-Core Chipset

HTC is reportedly preparing a new smartphone called HTC Edge. Smartphone that HTC is currently being prepared on the issue as the first smartphone with quad-core processor in the world.

According to sources at Pocketnow, who claims to have images HTC Edge which has been leaked, mentioned if this HTC's latest smartphone will eventually come with the processors Tegra 3 with a speed of 1.5 GHz.

Currently the processors Tegra 2 creations from NVIDIA is the most powerful processor for Android smartphones on the market that offer two-chip 1.5 GHz. As a result, the massive increase in the future smartphones will likely be represented by a quad-core chipset.

Interestingly, in addition to quad-core processor, HTC Edge also reported to have a 4.7 inch HD display, 1GB of RAM, and an 8 MP camera with LED Flash.

For its operating system, HTC Edge is estimated to be running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
This smartphone is expected to begin to be introduced early in 2012 on the event Mobile World Congress

HTC Edge Specification:

• Operating System Android 4.0 ( Ice Cream Sandwich)
• Quad-Core Processor 1.5 GHz
• Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email
• Browser HTML, Flash
• Stereo FM radio with RDS
• Speakerphone (speaker)
• Games
• GPS with A-GPS
• Java MIDP emulator*. 8 megapixel camera with autofocus,Geo-tagging and flash LED
• Video to 1080p
• Secondary camera for video calls
• Google Search, Maps, Gmail
• YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk
• Audio Player: MP3/eAAC + / WMA / WAV
• Video Player: MP4/H.263/H.264/WMV
• GPRS
• EDGE
• HSDPA 21 Mbps
• HSUPA 5.76 Mbps
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot
• Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP, EDR
• microUSB 2.0
• Memory RAM 1 GB
• microSD card slot up to 32GB
• Photocall
• Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• Accelerometer sensor for auto rotation
• Multi-touch
• Calendar, Alarm, Calculator
• Gyroscope
• Touch controls
• HTC Sense UI
• capacitive touchscreen of 4.7 inches(~ 312 ppi pixel density)
• 2G Network: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
• 3G Network: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
• Digital compass
• candybar style design
• Integration with Facebook and Twitter
• Document viewer and editor
• Support Adobe Flash
• Voice recorder
• Entering text Predictive
• Standard battery Li-Ion type

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Samsung Galaxy Note, The new type of smarthphone

Samsung introduced a new smartphone with a new type, Samsung Galaxy Note

Samsung Galaxy Note that use that Gingerbread Android OS is touted as a new type of smartphone. With a screen of 5.3 inch, he looked more like a mix between a smartphone with a tablet.

5.3 inch screen in Galaxy Note using technology Super Amoled HD with a resolution of 1280x800. There S Pen, a sort of stylus to operate some functions of the smartphone.

Other features include dual-core 1.4 GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, LTE and HSPA+ connectivity, 8-megapixel camera with LED flash, front 2-megapixel camera and 1080p HD video recording capabilities.


Samsung Galaxy Note Specification:

• 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor
• Android™ 2.3(Gingerbread) Operating System
• 5.3 inch WXGA (1280 x 800, 285 PPI) screen HD Super AMOLED Display
• 16GB Internal memory + microSD (up to 32GB)
• 8 MP Camera with LED Flash
• 2 MP Front Camera
• 1080p Full HD video recording & playback
• Music Player with SoundAlive,MP3, AAC, AMR, WMA, WAV, FLAC, OGG
• 3.5mm Ear Jack, Stereo FM Radio with RDS
• Full touch + S Pen (Advanced smart pen)
• Bluetooth v 3.0 + HS
• USB 2.0 HOST
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
• 4G LTE, EDGE/GPRS and HSPA+ up to 21Mbps
• Accelerometer, Digital compass, Proximity, Barometer, Light
• Samsung Touchwiz and many other features
• Google Services Applications Pack
• A-GPS, Glonass
• Standard battery Li-on 2,500 mAh

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Samsung Wave 3, Wave M and Wave Y, the bada 2.0 Smartphones

After Samsung Electronics plans to introduce an instant messaging application ChatON, Samsung also plans to unveil three new smartphones that use operating system made ​​by Samsung, Bada. All three phones are expected to increase market share and be an alternative in addition to their primary focus on Android.

Like the previous series Bada phones, they bear the name of the Wave. Samsung develops Bada to strengthen themselves in the field of software, after the previous focus as a hardware manufacturer.

Samsung Wave 3 to be the most superior. Samsung Wave 3 had a 1.4 GHz processor, 4-inch screen Super AMOLED technology and a 5 megapixel camera. The body was wrapped in metallic.

While the Samsung Wave M and Samsung Wave Y under the Samsung Wave 3. Samsung Wave M use 832 MHz processor, 3.65-inch screen, and a 5 megapixel camera. While the Samsung Wave Y has the same processor with Samsung Wave M, but only 3.2 inch screen size and a 2 megapixel camera.

Quoted by Reuters, 3 mobile phones in this series adds seven previously been present in the Wave family. Support the application can be obtained from Apps Samsung now has about 13 thousand applications.


Specifications of Samsung Wave 3:

• 4 inch (800 x 480 pixels) AMOLED touch screen display
• 9.9 mm thick and weighs 122g
• bada 2.0 OS
• 1.4 GHz Processor
• 5 MP Auto focus camera with LED Flash and secondary VGA camera
• 702p HD video recording and playback
• 3.5mm audio Jack and stereo FM Radio with RDS
• 3G, Bluetooth v 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, A-GPS/Glonass and USB 2.0
• 3GB internal memory that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD
• 1,500 mAh battery, 8.5 h talk time and 480 h standby

Specifications of Samsung Wave M:

• 3.65 inch (320 x 480 pixels) TFT LCD touch screen display made of tempered glass
• 12.2mm thick and weighs 121g
• bada 2.0 OS
• 832 MHz Processor
• 5 MP Auto focus camera with LED Flash and secondary VGA camera
• 3.5mm audio Jack and stereo FM Radio with RDS
• 3G, Bluetooth v 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, A-GPS and USB 2.0
• Wi-Fi Direct and NFC (optional)
• 150 MB internal memory that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD
• 1,350 mAh battery, 6.5 h talk time and 480 h standby

Specifications of Samsung Wave Y:

• 3.2 inch (320 x 480 pixels) TFT LCD
• 12.3 mm thick and weighs 102.4g
• bada 2.0 OS
• 832 MHz Processor
• 2 MP Full focus camera with LED Flash
• 3.5mm audio Jack and stereo FM Radio with RDS
• 3G, Bluetooth v 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, A-GPS and USB 2.0
• Wi-Fi Direct and NFC(optional)
• 150 MB internal memory that is expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD
• 1,200 mAh battery, 6.7 h talk time and 570 h standby

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Yahoo! Phone, powered by Android 2.3

Yahoo and Google are usually not friendly because it is often involved business competition. But this time, Yahoo tried to succumb to launch an Android phone, which incidentally is Google's operating system.

Yahoo! Phone, thus its name, made ​​by a Japanese manufacturer, Sharp. This phone is devoted only to be sold in Japan. In collaboration with SoftBank operator, the handset is planned to be marketed from next month.

Yahoo! Phone Handset pretty solid. Its features include 4 inch QHD screen (960 × 540 pixels), 8-megapixel camera with auto focus, and complete connectivity features a la Android. Indeed, this handset is a derivative of Sharp SoftBank 009SH.

Reported TechTree, there are TV Tuner features in Yahoo Phone. Rather watch TV via mobile phone facility is quite popular in Japan.

Then why is called Yahoo! Phone? Apparently in which an application range of Yahoo services. So the user can access it easily in mobile.

Yahoo! Phone Specifications:
- Communication Systems:
    + W-mode CDMA (1.5GHz/2.1GHz)
    + W-system CDMA, system GSM (900/1800/1900MHz)
- Size: 61.5 x 123 x 12mm approx
- Weight: 129g approx
- Display: QHD 4inches (960 x 640 pixels), LCD New Mobile ASV
- Camera: 8 megapixels CMOS effective with Auto Focus
- Memory: microSDHC 2GB-32GB
- Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
- Bluetooth: version 3.0
- Platform: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- Color: Advance White

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LG Optimus Sol comes with Ultra AMOLED Screen

LG announced the presence of new Android smartphone. Named LG Optimus Sol is also known as LG E730, the handset is planned to be marketed first in Europe in mid September 2011.

Judging from the specs, it seems similar to the LG Optimus Black who had been released previously and is generally similar to many Android phones that have been marketed. For example, 1 GHz processor, 512Mb RAM, and a 5MP camera with auto focus.

The surplus is located on the screen that uses the Ultra AMOLED display. With this technology, screen size 3.8 inch in LG Optimus Sol claimed easily seen in outdoor situations, even though the hot sun.

Quoted from Thenextweb, LG Optimus Sol also includes smartphone with slim body. Thickness is only 9.9 mm.

LG Optimus Sol will be available in various colors, including black and white. The price has not been announced.

Here are brief specifications of the LG Optimus Sol (LG E730):
- Qualcomm MSM8255 processor at 1GHz
- Network: Quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900), dual-band UMTS (900/2100)
- Dimensions: 122.5 x 62.5 x 9.8 mm
- RAM: 512MB
- ROM: 2GB
- Program memory: 150MB internal
- External memory: 2GB microSD card included
- Rear camera: 5MP with autofocus
- Bluetooth 3.0
- Wifi 802.11 b/g/n
- aGPS
- DLNA
- Battery: 1,500 mAh

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Nokia 500 - Symbian Anna smartphone with a 1 GHz Processor

According to the latest news Nokia has reportedly announced the Nokia 500, the latest smartphone which comes with the same operating system with Nokia E6 and Nokia X7 is Symbian Anna

Looking at the specifications of the Nokia 500 is similar to the Nokia C5-03. Nokia 500 comes with a 3.2-inch capacitive screen with a resolution of 640 x 360 pixels and a 5 MP camera which is located at the rear of the device. Interestingly, the Nokia 500 is touted as Nokia's first Symbian phone which comes with a 1 GHz processor.

For connectivity, the Nokia 500 uses 14.4Mbps HSDPA and 5.8Mbps HSUPA, Wi-Fi, GPS, microUSB port, and standard 3.5mm audio jack.

The phone also comes with a capacity of 2 GB of internal memory and a microSD card slot for expanding memory capacity storage.

Another excellent feature is also offered is the back cover is replaceable, including two that are included. Like the Nokia N79, Nokia 500 will adjust the background color of the screen according to the fitted cover.

Nokia 500 black version will be launched in the third quarter, while for the white version would be present in the fourth quarter. Tag of the Nokia 500 is quite affordable, which according to estimates it costs around 150 euros.

Nokia 500 Specifications:

• Network: 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
• 3G HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
• Dimensions: 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm, 73 cc Weight: 93 grams
• Screen: 3.2 inch, TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 360 x 640 pixels, Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, Proximity for auto turn-off
• Camera: 5 MP, 2592х1944 pixels, Geo-tagging, VGA @ 15fps
• Memory: 2 GB, microSD, up to 32GB
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g, Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, EDR, 3G HSDPA, 14.4 Mbps
• HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps, v2.0 microUSB
• CPU: 1 GHz processor
• Operating system: Symbian OS Anna
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
• Browser: WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, RSS feeds
• GPS: A-GPS support
• Java: MIDP 2.1
• Battery: Li-Ion 1110 mAh (BL-4U)
• Other Features: Exchangeable battery covers with multiple home screens (2 included in the retail box), Digital compass, MP4/H.263/H.264 player, MP3/WAV/еAAC + / WMA player, Photo editor, Organiser, Voice command / dial, Flash Lite 4.0, Predictive text input, 3.5 mm audio jack

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Pomegranate NS08, The Dream device

Want to have a complete device in a device?. More than just Blackberry and Android or iPhone. Pomegranate NS08 may be one of his answers.

Pomegranate NS08 is a remarkable new phones with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a smart phone these days - but that's just the beginning.

Here's what else Pomegranates are offered:

• Built-in Projector: Project HD movies to any surface, any time.
• Global Voice Translator: Communicating in almost all countries in the world with a built-in translator's voice Delima. Speaking any language to the front of the microphone, and Pomegranates will translate to the language of your choice of speakers in the rear.
• Coffee Brewer: Yes, it is finally possible. Just enter one of the single-drink packages and Pomegranate take it from there. Total drinking time of 30 seconds - and it's hands-free.
• Shaver: An electric razor bult directly to your smartphone, eliminating the need for a separate shavers. If you're in a hurry you can even talk and shave at the same time.
• Harmonica: The Pomegranate is not just about work, it's about fun. And what's more fun than a smartphone you can play? When the day you start to pull out a harmonica and play along with Pomegranate pulse presets, or create your own.

For more details, see this video:

Pomegranate NS08 For reals?
Unfortunately, no.

The Pomegranate NS08 phone was designed as a viral place-branding campaign for Nova Scotia.
Designed to attract interest in Nova Scotia and establish it as a desirable place to live and do business, the campaign made it’s way out to more than 3 million people in over 195 countries.

Even with the campaign’s success, some have criticized the Government of Nova Scotia for spending $300,000 on the marketing initiative.

Advertising, which included online advertising on websites in New England, sent users to the website to check out the incredible, seemingly impossible new device.

Upon clicking 'I’ve seen enough' or 'Release date' on www.pomegranatephone.com, an array of screens are displayed to the visitor before ultimately presenting information about Nova Scotia and its culture.

The experience is actually quite nice – here are a few screenshots showing the transition from miraculous device to delightful province.

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HTC Eternity, the Windows Phone 7 Mango with 4.7-inches LCD

HTC has just presented the latest product information is a smartphone with super-large LCD screen measuring 4.7-inches. HTC Eternity using single-core processor 1.5GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 chipset and offers 16GB capacity for internal memory. The amount of RAM has not been confirmed, but we think it will be 512MB.

Behind the HTC Eternity there is an 8MP camera with dual LED flash that can record 720p video. There is also a 1.3MP camera on the front for video chat. Other notable features include Wi-Fi, GPS, DLNA, Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR and 1650mAh battery.

Release date and price of the HTC Eternity unknown for now, but we expect to see HTC Eternity soon this year.

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Sony Ericsson Txt Pro, The social media phone

Along with the introduction of Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix, Sony Ericsson also introduced the Sony Ericsson Txt Pro an 2G phone with sliding QWERTY keyboard

Sony Ericsson Txt Pro is intended for users who like social media, because Txt Pro is integrated with social networking.


Sony Ericsson Txt Pro comes with a screen measuring 3 inches plus four row sliding QWERTY keyboard. Just as the Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix, this phone also has a 3.2 MP camera, Wi-Fi connectivity features, and a microSD card slot.

One application that will be integrated in the Sony Ericsson Txt Pro is an application called Friends, which allows users to view the latest updates from Facebook and Twitter accounts.


Sony Ericsson Txt Pro Specs:

• Network: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
• Dimensions: 93 x 52 x 18 mm
• Weight: 100 grams
• Screen: 3.0 inch, TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors, 240 x 400 pixels, Scratch-resistant surface, Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, Single-touch input method
• Keyboard: QWERTY
• Camera: 3.15 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, video QVGA
• Memory: 100 MB, 64 MB RAM, microSD up to 32GB
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g, Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, microUSB v2.0
• CPU: PNX-4910 processor
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, IM
• Browser: WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML
• Radio: Stereo FM radio with RDS
• Battery: Li-Ion 1000 mAh
• Other Features: SNS integration, Walkman player, SensMe, TrackID music recognition, Document viewer, Voice memo, Predictive text input, 3.5 mm audio jack

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Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix, a cheap walkman phone

Besides introducing the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play, Sony Ericsson also introduced the walkman phone for entry-level segment of the Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix.

Seen it looks, Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix looks like Xperia Mini. However, the Walkman Mix has been pinned to the various features of the Walkman. As Zappin button which is a feature interesting to see a preview excerpt of the next song. And usually the passage of the songs sound is the best known part of the song. Not only that, Mix Walkman also has a pocket karaoke machine, which lets its users for karaoke fun with his favorite songs.

Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix is ​​a very compact phone with dimensions of 95.8 x 52.8 x 14.3 mm and weighs only 88g. The Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix has a 3 inch WQVGA screen, 3.2 MP camera, Wi-Fi connectivity features, as well as a microSD card slot that can accommodate up to 32 GB of data.

Specifications of Sony Ericsson Walkman Mix:

• Network: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
• Dimensions: 95.8 x 52.8 x 14.3 mm
• Weight: 88 grams
• Screen: 3.0 inch, TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors, 240 x 400 pixels, Scratch-resistant surface, Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, Single-touch input method
• Camera: 3.15 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, video QVGA
• Memory: 100 MB, microSD up to 32GB
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, microUSB v2.0
• 3.5 mm headphone jack
• CPU: STE 4910 processor
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, IM
• Browser: WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML
• Radio: Stereo FM radio with RDS 
• Battery: Li-Ion 1000 mAh
• Other Features: SNS integration, Walkman player, SensMe, TrackID music recognition, Document viewer, Voice memo, Predictive text input, 3.5 mm audio jack

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray, thin Android smartphone with 8.1 MP Camera

Besides introducing the Sony Ericsson Xperia Active, in the event CommunicAsia 2011 Sony Ericsson re-introduced the high-endnya Android phones, Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray

Xperia Ray previously known by the codename Urushi is a slim smartphone, with only 9.4 mm thick and weighs about 100 grams. Smartphone Android 2.3 aka Gingerbread use BRAVIA 3.3-inch screen with a resolution FWVGA (854 x 480 pixels).

The camera feature is present in the phone is quite slick with a resolution of 8.1 MP autofocus plus sensor Exmor R backlit which is claimed to capture video at 720p. Internal memory is only 300 MB, but the microSD slot is available the user can expand the memory capacity of up to 32 GB.

Connectivity at Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray is quite qualified, with a dual-band (900/2100 MHz) or tri-band (850, 1900, 2100 MHz) 3G/HSPA, quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE. While Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, microUSB and 3.5mm audio jack is also included.

If judging from the looks, Xperia Ray similar to Xperia Mini. However, if viewed from the features that brought this phone is similar to the Xperia Arc, only Xperia Ray has a slightly thicker body.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray will be available globally in chosen markets began the third quarter of this year, with a choice of four colors: black, gold, white, and pink.

Specifications of The Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray:

• 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
• 3G HSDPA 2100 HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
• Dimensions: 111 x 53 x 9.4 mm
• Weight: 100 grams
• Screen: 3.3 inch, LED-backlit LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 480 x 854 pixels, Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, Bravia Mobile Engine, Multi-touch input method, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, touch sensitive controls, Scratch-resistant display, Timescape UI
• Camera: 8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, Touch-focus, geo-tagging, face detection, image stabilization, 720p video, video light
• Memory: 300 MB, microSD up to 32GB, 4GB included
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspots, Bluetooth, microUSB v2.0
• CPU: 1GHz processor Scorpion, Adreno 205 GPU, Snapdragon chipset
• Operating System: Android OS, v2.3 (Gingerbread)
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
• Browser: HTML
• Radio: Stereo FM radio with RDS
• GPS: A-GPS support
• Java emulator via MIDP
• Other Features: Digital compass, SNS integration, MP4/H.263/H.264 player, MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player, TrackID music recognition, SensMe, Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk, Document viewer, Voice memo, Predictive text input, 3.5 mm audio jack
• Battery: Li-Ion 1500 mAh

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Active, Android smartphones for users who have a sporty lifestyle

In the event CommunicAsia 2011, Sony Ericsson release Xperia Active. An Android smartphone is intended for users who have a sporty lifestyle.

No wonder the Xperia Active claimed to have advantages such as anti-dust and water plus scratch-resistant display with support for wet finger tracking. As a result the touch screen can still work well even though the user's finger in a state of sweat.

To give the best performance, the Xperia Active use Snapdragon processor 1 GHz. 3-inch Reality Display screen size with technology Mobile BRAVIA Engine, HVGA resolution (480 x 320 pixels).

For the camera Xperia Active provided a 5 MP camera with LED flash and can record video at 720p. Capacity of 320 MB of internal memory which can be expanded via microSD cards.

Connectivity is offered Xperia Active is also very reasonable with the Wireless N with DLNA support, quad-band GSM, GPS, digital compass, Bluetooth, and 3.5 mm audio jack.

For oprerasi system, Xperia Active running Android v2.3 aka Gingerbread and will be packaged with a variety of sporting applications. The phone also will be compatible with ANT+ technology to monitor heart rate in real-time.

With its advantages as a mobile phone that is resistant to dust and water, Xperia Active is able to survive in a depth of 1 m of water for half an hour very well.

Specifications of Sony Ericsson Xperia Active:

• 2G GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G HSDPA 900 / 2100 HSDPA 1900 / 2100 / 800
• Dimensions: 92 x 55 x 16.5 mm; Weight: 110.8 grams
• Screen: 3.0 inch, LED-backlit LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 320 x 480 pixels, Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, Bravia Mobile Engine, Multi-touch input method, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, touch sensitive controls, Scratch-resistant display, Timescape UI 
• Camera: 5 MP, 2592х1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, Touch-focus, geo-tagging, face detection, image stabilization, video @ 720p, video light
• Memory: 320 MB of storage, microSD up to 32GB, 2GB included
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspots, 3G HSDPA, HSUPA, v2.0 microUSB
• CPU: Scorpion 1GHz processor
• Operating System: Android OS, v2.3 (Gingerbread)
• Messaging: SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
• Browser: HTML
• Radio: Stereo FM radio with RDS
• GPS: A-GPS support 
• Java emulator via  MIDP
• Other features: Dust and water resistant, Flashlight, Digital compass, SNS integration, MP4/H.263/H.264 player, MP3/eAAC + / WMA / WAV player, TrackID music recognition, Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar , Google Talk, Document viewer, Voice memo, Predictive text input, 3.5 mm audio jack
• Battery: Li-Ion 1200 mAh

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Sonic Huawei, Android smartphone with NFC Tech

Huawei will launch its latest smartphone, called Huawei Sonic. Where Android phone rumored that this will embed the chip NFC (Near Field Communication) as one of its features.

Near Field Communication (NFC) is a set of technology-based wireless connectivity technology Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) that uses magnetic field induction to enable communication between electronic devices within close proximity.

Technology Near Field Communication (NFC) can make life easier and convenient for users around the world in conducting transactions, such as the exchange of digital content, simply connect the electronic device to an electronic device that has a touch of NFC technology, users can also buy any tickets just by activate the NFC on the phone. A standards-based connectivity technology

Huawei Sonic will be running Android 2.3 Ginberbread. User interface has been modified by the manufacturer, including a subtle 3D effect when switching between screens. The screen on this smartphone has a size of 3.5 inch with VGA resolution.

Huawei Sonic has a memory of 256 MB of RAM and 512 MB ROM. For the purposes of expanding its memory capacity of Huawei Sonic also provides a microSD card slot. Camera device is available at the back of this phone with 3.2 MP resolution without flash.

Huawei Sonic specifications:
- 2G GSM 850/900/1800/1900
- 3G HSDPA 900/2100- Dimension: 116.3 x 60.5 x 11.9 mm / 120g
- Display: 3.5 ", HVGA 262k colors, TFT LCD, capacitive Touch Lens
- 3.5 mm Audio Jack
- Internal Memory: 512MB ROM, 256MB RAM
- Micro SD up to 32GB
- 3G: HSDPA 7.2Mbps
- WiFi 802.11b/g/n
- Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR
- Micro USB
- Camera 3.2MP FF (Fixed Focus)
- Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
- CPU: Qualcomm MSM 7227, 600MHz
- SMS, MMS & Email (POP3/IMAP/Exchange)
- Li-Ion Battery 1400 mAh

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