July 4, 2008
The brilliant addition to the Nokia N-Series cell phone range, Nokia N78 is offered as an unlocked cell phone from Nokia. This cell phone is designed to work on the 3G HSDPA networks of AT&T and as there are some unique features like videoconferencing through the front facing camera you might find it difficult to operate it in U.S networks. However a network update is expected from Nokia that would make it a cell phone for U.S networks. As the cell phone is out for nearly $500, it does not require any contact agreement from you and this cell phone does not feature a carrier subsidy.
The design
The Nokia N78 is a basic standard looking candybar cell phone. The phone is almost featureless black slab when asleep and when you on the phone the buttons would illuminate it in a typical 12 key layout as there are some added buttons right below the bar. Most of the people found the keypad to be very small but you can carry out most of the cell phone functions through the center Navi-wheel which is more convenient. The four way navigator buttons is located at the center of the phone which is touch sensitive which acts as the scroll wheel.
The typical Symbian S60 UI is not much changed for the Nokia N78 but is has rather developed a few features like visual flourishes and fade-ins which you will appreciate. Overall the cell phone is pretty responsive and although you might face the regular symbian problems like when the applications stack up the phone would run slow. However it is rather very easy to close applications that run in the background through the dedicated application button. The team at Nokia has again used a media browser window which can be easily accessed by the silver media button besides the scroll wheel. This media browsing window is very responsive while quick browsing and scrolling but you will not find any additional functionality rather than the traditional shortcut menu.
Calling
The Nokia N78 smartphone used the HSDPA network of AT&T that offers you pretty clear calling through the phone. You will get nearly 4.5 hours for a single call which is much more than was expected by Nokia. Regarding the calling features the Nokia PC suite would do a great job as it easily synchronizes with your PC in copying your outlook contact list.
Messaging and multimedia
The cell phone offers excellent features for your messaging. Basically the cell phone supports all the SMS including a huge range of MMS options. You will find emailing through the cell phone very easy as it would also ask you if you need to set up Gmail for your IMAP. It is very capable of sending at least 5MB of vide through your email. However the client application would ask you browser and server information which is actually difficult for setting up Google talk and AIM accounts. Through its excellent 3G service you can also enjoy a number of multimedia features with Nokia N78 as it does a great job in playing videos and music.
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July 3, 2008
BlackBerry Pearl has actually gone a long way in positioning their formerly business centric handset much closer to their customers. Although the cell phone requires a monthly subscription with BlackBerry black end support it is however more to appeal the customers through its excellent value added features. The latest version of T-mobile is much like the previous AT&T model but is does not support its HotSpot@Home service but is lets you make calls through a wireless network which is much convenient. This means that you are also not restricted to web browsing with its excellent EDGE speed. This new BlackBerry Pearl 8120 is designed with several other improvements that include a much clear 2 megapixel camera that offers video recording competence and a better web browser that makes it a perfect upgrade over the original Pearl.
Design
In addition to its gray paint and drab job the RIM BlackBerry Pearl 8120 is much identically like the AT&T model with pretty matching dimensions. The compact size of the cell phone continues to be the main draws for the device. The 2.25 inch display features auto light sensing technology which means that it would automatically adjust the backlight according to the surrounding environment. Below the display there is SureType keyboard including navigation range of end and talk keys with back button, the trackball and the blackberry menu shortcut. There is a headphone jack, microSD expansion slot, USB port and a customizable convenience key which by default launches voice dialing at the left of the cell phone.
Features
The new BlackBerry Pearl 8120 have been designed on the success of their original BlackBerry Pearl by including a number of excellent features specially the integrated Wi-Fi. This smartphone would easily support 802.11a/b/g supports as it also includes enterprise security feature. There are also the VPN, WPA and WEP settings. With the addition of Wi-Fi has particularly proved much of its success as it offers you an alternative connection for web browsing. This feature which is coupled with the enhanced web browser of Pearl 8120 would make a smoother and better mobile internet browsing experience.
The cell phone being a quad-band world phone it offers you excellent calling features like speakerphone, speed dial, voice-activated dialing, conference calling, smart dialing and multimedia and text messing. This smart phone is also equipped wit the latest spell check features that monitors the errors in memos and email and not text messages. There is also an attachment viewer which would open all the popular file formats. If you are among the instant messaging fans then you will be impressed to know that the Pearl 8120 also includes popular instant messaging clients like Google talk, yahoo and AIM.
The cell phone also comes with a number of entertainment options. Firstly the in built media player would let you enjoy your favorite music in most of the popular formats. It includes functions like playlist creation, search function, repeat, shuffle and a full screen playback for your videos. The expansion slot of the cell phone can accept nearly 8 GB cards.
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July 3, 2008
The Motorola Company, for the past two years has been under enormous pressure from several camps so that they could come up with something entirely different. When you first have a look at the Motorola Z9 for AT&T you will find that it is not much different like the previous Motorola Razr. The cell phone is very comfortable and solid when you hold it and the slider mechanism of the phone is very sturdy rather being very stiff. The Motorola Z9 includes a number of features specially the 3G support technology and the AT&T navigator GPS service. The features also include a stereo Bluetooth, a digital music player, a 2 megapixel camera, an opera web browser and the nifty crystal talk technology of Motorola.
The Design
The Motorola Z9 is designed with a 2.4 inch bright and vivid display which shows everything perfectly well from test to photos to graphics. The menu interface of the mobile is generic which is very easy to use. The navigation array of the phone is designed wit the center Ok button. The other navigation controls are flush without any visible separation between them. However, when you use the cell phone you will find out that the buttons are not touch controls but they need a soft click. Unlike other cell phones the camera lens and flash of Motorola Z9 are designed at the top end on its back side. You will find the microUSB port for the charger just above the camera shutter.
Features
The Motorola Z9 is equipped with a wide collection of features which would surely appeal to the multimedia fans and basic users alike. Being a 3.5 phone the Motorola Z9 supports AT&T music and Cellular video service of AT&T. both these applications offer tons of music download and easy streaming of video content. Te music player that supports AMP3, AAC and WMA files is rather not too fancy but they have included some useful features like repeat and shuffle mode, playlist, bass boost and spatial audio. The cell phone also offers an excellent music related features like support for music videos, XM radio mobile and Pandora, a music ID application, a community section and a billboard mobile channel.
The 2 megapixel camera of Motorola Z9 would take pictures in four resolutions and includes three quality settings. A few other camera settings include five shutter sounds, self timer, six colour tones, five lighting options, 8x zoom and exposure metering. The internal storage for the cell phone is a decent 45MB and it also lets you add a microSD card in you need more space. The Motorola Z9 being equipped with all the basic features you will also find that there is stereo Bluetooth, email service, voice dialing and instant messaging. You can also use the cell phone to directly send voice messages to other user. The phonebook of Motorola Z9 lets you feed in nearly 2,000 entries where each contact would hold several other details of the person. You also have several options to customize the cell phone through the selection of functional tones, screensavers, themes, colour skins, wallpapers and ringtones. You also have other option through download using opera 8.5 wireless web browser.
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July 2, 2008
The customer of Verizon Wireless would surely be very happy to hear that they could again get their hands on the new Palm Centro cell phone. Being first introduced by Sprint and later by AT&T the new Palm Centro has been a great success for the struggling company as they offer an easy to use and an affordable smart phone. Although it uses a simple formula it has proved to be a great success for the company a they has increased their market shared and also reached a broader audience range. being designed with the new fresh paint job the Verizon Palm Centro provide the same easy using experience with a solid collection of communication and productivity features like the other models.
The Design
The feel and look of the new Verizon wireless Palm Centro does not differ much from other AT&T or Sprint versions although it is available in a striking cobalt blue colour. This smart phone features a clear and large 2.25 inch screen and is also retains most of the same compact dimensions. The Verizon Company has packed their Palm Centro phone with a USB cable, an AC adapter, reference material and a software CD.
Features
A part of what makes the Palm Centro cell phone much in demand is its loads of features offered for a reasonable price. Although you might get a smaller device when compared to Treo the Palm however does not compromise with any of its functionality. The cell phone offers the entire basic feature that you might expect from a smart phone as there are also several other value added features. The Centro offer 1.2 Bluetooth for those who use wireless headset, serial port, hands-free kit or dial up networking. Being capable of DUN the cell phone lets you use it as the modem for your laptop.
However there is not support for A2DP or the OBEX profile which does not let you use stereo Bluetooth headset with this cell phone. This smart phone is capable of EV-DO which brings broadband speed to your cell phone that lets you enjoy easy and fast web browsing, streaming of videos and music and data transfer. The Palm Centro also comes with the deluxe edition of PocketTunes where you can not only enjoy the latest and your favorite MP3 or DRM protected music but you can also stream radio stations from the internet. The cell phone is also equipped with 1.3 megapixel camera including voice recording capabilities.
Performance
The audio of the Palm Centro is desirably loud with clear sound. You will not find any problem when talking with friends and also when you use the automated voice response system of airline. Although you might find a bit of tanginess when you on the speakerphone the best side is that there is plenty of volume. Browsing the internet is also very fun and easy as it boasts of the EV-Do speed. The overall design and the features included in the cell phone are also a part of things that make it great value for money.
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July 2, 2008
It is nearly a year after the great launch of the original Apple iPhone and Steve Jobs the CEO of Apple has again announced their next 3G version of the same cell phone which finally breaks out of technology. Although the Apple Company had included a number of basic features in their previous cell phone the addition of the latest 3G technology support has been a great victory for the company. If the data speeds would hold according to the demonstration by the CEO then the new Apple iPhone would really get the internet in your pockets. Most of the people are also pleased with the new price tag which is nearly $299 for the 16GB version and $199 for the 8GB model which is an affordable price for any average person.
The Design
The new Apple iPhone 3G is a bit thinner at its edges than the previous one and the cell phone measures a hair thick size in the gut. Other measurements of the cell phone are the same expect that is weights a little less. Overall, the 3G iPhone boasts cosmetic changes with its same front display resolution and size. You will be pleased to know that Apple has replaced the annoying recessed headphone jack with a flush so that you could use any 3.5mm headphone. You will notice changes at the back of the iPhone 3G as there is a black plastic skin which has replaced the silver aluminum black cover. You will not find any changes in the volume rocker, camera lens, microphone, speaker, power button, speaker and display locking switch.
3G Technology
As the iPhone offer support for the 3G brands and also both HSDPA and UMTS networks it is also perfectly positioned to use high speed networks throughout the world. The CEO had demonstrated a Web download speed with both the cell phones. Through the original iPhone that uses 2.5G EDGE network had taken nearly 59 seconds to load a photo heavy website while the same was down in just 21 seconds with the new device.
GPS
This particular cell phone feature was among the most desired among the rest in Apple iPhone. As the original Apple iPhone would find you position through the nearby satellites and cell phone tower, the new 3G iPhone is designed to use Assisted GPS that is supplemented through satellites. The feature also provides live tracking so that you can monitor your progress as you walk or drive along.
Third-party Applications
Speaking about the third party applications the new 3G iPhone would surely support collection of application that is available through the Apple iPhone SDK. The company also promises to open a new applications store by the early July which would also be a gaming application store.
The Battery Life
The CEO of Apple has actually not included this 3G feature in their first cell phone because as it would run several applications and might have run down the battery life. However the company has solved this problem and the new 3G iPhone promises a solid talk time.
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