AudioCorp

Sprint has released the Blackberry8350i smartphone on its push-to-talk network.  The phone is a great option with a full selection of Blackberry 8350i accessories already on the market.   Sprint describes the phone as follows-

This part push-to-talk and part smartphone means business. You can now stay connected with people and information like never before. With features such as corporate email, calendar, Group Connect®, Web browsing, and a host of pre-loaded business apps, this PDA is a must-have for all mobile professionals. Get free shipping and free activation when you purchase a device with a new line of service online!

Nextel Direct Connect®
Direct Connect service that instantly connects you to all other Nextel users – across town, across the nation. It’s now available in up to five countries.

Full QWERTY Keyboard and Trackball Navigation
Faster and Easier typing and navigation.

BlackBerry push technology for email and messaging
Get all of your email in one place wirelessly. Receive emails from your corporate and personal email accounts.

Embedded Wi-Fi Capable
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network isn’t complicated. With the Wi-Fi feature engaged, the device locates available networks. With the right one selected and correct password entered the connection is complete. Once a network is set up, the BlackBerry Curve 8350i smartphone can reconnect automatically whenever the device is in range.

Group Connect
Users can instantly connect a group of people nationwide – all at once – with the Group Connect service. Click here to learn more about this service.

Talk Group
A Blackberry smartphone user can make group calls using Push to Talk with the TalkGroup feature. To make or receive a group call, you must be a member of TalkGroup. All members of the TalkGroup can speak or listen during a group call, but only one member can speak at a time.

2.0 MP Camera
2.0 MP digital camera featuring a 5x digital zoom, flash and video recording.

Micro SD Card slot
1GB MicroSD card included give you the room you need for larger work files, presentations, reports, documents or fun files like photos and music.

Bluetooth 2.0 Technology
Fast and secure transmission without cables or wires

GPS capable
Allows you to view your geographic location and works with BlackBerry maps as well as other location-based services.

Media Player
Features a media player with stereo headset jack, so you can play video and music files you’ve downloaded.

Integrated Attachment Viewing
View attachments in popular file formats such as Microsoft® Office Word, Excel® and PowerPoint®.

DataViz® Documents to Go®
Pre-loaded software makes it easy to edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations directly on the phone.

Full Messaging Capabilites
Instant Messaging and SMS Text Messaging.

Internal Antenna
Improves design appeal and durability.

Speakerphone
Enjoy easy, hands free communication with a speakerphone that lets you hear callers loud and clear.

Brilliant Color display
Vibrant TFT display with 65K colors and 320 x 240 resolution.

Virtual Preloads
Pocket Express, Sprint Software Store, Navigation, BIZ Apps, AIM, Google Talk, Yahoo IM, NFL Mobile, NASCAR Mobile.

Voice Command and Voice Activated Dialing
The Built-in speaker independent voice command lets you use your voice to look up contacts, place phone calls and get key information from your device.

1400 mAh Battery
Provides the exceptional battery life that BlackBerry smartphones are known for.

International Direct ConnectSM
International Direct Connect Calling lets you instantly connect from the U.S. to users in other eligible countries including Canada and Mexico. In addition, International Direct Connect Roaming lets you make and receive push-to-talk calls while traveling in those countries.

Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC)
This handset has been certified as Hearing Aid Compatible in accordance with applicable industry standards. This handset has a HAC rating of M3 for hearing aids operating in the acoustic mode.

No Comments yet »

The Nokia 3610 Fold is an ultra sleek gsm phone with MP3 playback support.

Suites me perfectly
Smooth shape, stylish design, and easy to use controls make the Nokia 3610 a pleasure to hold and to use.
capturing memories

Capture your favourite moments using the 1.3 megapixel camera with 6x zoom.

Space for music and media
Plenty of room to hold your favourite pictures, video, and music on 30 MB of internal memory and an optional 4GB of MicroSD memory.

Sophisticated styling
Express yourself with a unique style, progressive and contemporary design, and elegant analog clock.

Find a complete selection of Nokia 3610 Fold accessories at Discountcell.

Full features include -

Size

• Form: Fold
• Dimensions: 3.92 x 1.74 x 0.77 in
• Weight: 3.41 oz

Display and 3D

• Main display
  • Size: 2.0″
  • Resolution: 240 x 320 pixels (QVGA)
  • Up to 262,144 colors
  • TFT technology
• Secondary display
  • Size: 1.36″
  • Resolution: 128 x 160 pixels
  • - Up to 262,144 colors
  • TFT technology

Keys and input method

• Numeric keypad
• Camera sidekey
• Five-way Nokia Navi™ key with two customizable soft keys, send and end call keys
• Side volume keys with zoom functionality

Connectors

• Micro-USB connector
• 2.5 mm Nokia AV connector

Power

• BL-5C 1020 mAh Li-Ion standard battery
• Talk time (maximum):
  - GSM up to 4 hours
• Standby time (maximum):
  - GSM up to 19 days

Battery talk and standby times are estimates only and depend on network configuration, signal strength, features used, battery age and condition, charging practices, temperatures to which battery is exposed, whether use is in digital mode (or analog mode, if any), and many other factors. The amount of time a phone is used for calls will affect its standby time. Likewise, the amount of time that the phone is turned on and in standby mode will affect its talk time.

Memory

• MicroSD memory card slot, max. 4 GB
• Up to 30 MB internal user memory

Operating frequency

• Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• Flight mode

Data network*

• CSD for browsing and as a data modem
• EGPRS / GPRS Rel.4, maximum speed 236.8 kbps
• GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900 maximum speed 52.6kbps
• XHTML browsing over TCP/IP

* Requires GPRS service. GPRS may not be available in all networks. GPRS data transmission speeds may be as high as 236.8 Kbps, but may vary based upon network capabilities and other conditions. The establishment and continuation of a GPRS connection depends on network availability, provider support and signal strength.

Local connectivity and synchronization

• Bluetooth version 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate
  - Bluetooth profiles: SAP, OPP, FTP, DUN, HSP, HFP, SDAP, GAP, SPP, GOEP
• Support for local and remote SyncML synchronization
• Support for compatible PC synchronization with Nokia PC Suite

Accessibility

• Hearing Aid Compatibilty Rating: M3
• TTY/TDD (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) HDA-11 Adapter required.
  For more information and user instructions, go to www.nokiaaccessibility.com.

Call features*

• Integrated hands-free speakerphone
• Call waiting, call hold
• Logging of dialed, received and missed calls
• Speed dialing
• Voice dialing
• Virbrating alert (internal)
• Contacts with images

*Wireless service is required to use many features. Some networks have limitations that affect how you can use this device. Contact your service provider about feature support and availability.

Messaging *

• SMS with support for concatenated SMS for long messages
• MMS
• Nokia Xpress audio messaging

*Wireless service is required to use many features. Some networks have limitations that affect how you can use this device. Contact your service provider about feature support and availability.

* Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message features can receive and display multimedia messages. Content appearance may vary. Some images and ring tones can not be forwarded.
E-mail*

• Supported protocols: IMAP, POP, SMTP
• Support for e-mail attachments

*Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message or e-mail features can receive and display multimedia messages. Content appearance may vary. Some images and ring tones can not be forwarded.

Web browsing

• Supported markup languages: HTML, XHTML, WML
• Supported protocols: HTTP, WAP 2.0
• TCP/IP support
• Nokia Web Browser

Photography

• 1.3 megapixel camera (1024 x 1280 pixels)
• 6x digital zoom
• Autofocus
• Capture modes: still, self-timer, video
• Color tone modes: normal, sepia, greyscale, negative
• Full-screen viewfinder
• Dedicated camera key

Video

• Video recording at 176 x 144 pixels (QCIF)
• Video playback file formats: .mp4, .3gpp; codecs: H.263, MPEG4
• Video playback file formats: .mp4, .3gpp; codecs: H.263

Music and audio playback

• Music playback file formats: .mp3, .wma, .aac, eAAC+
• Dedicated volume keys
• 2.5 mm Nokia AV connector
• Ring tones: video, mp3, AAC, eAAC+, and 64-tone polyphonic

Voice and audio recording

• Voice commands
• Voice recorder

Personalization: profiles, themes, ring tones

• Ring tones: video, mp3, AAC, eAAC+, and 64-tone polyphonic

No Comments yet »

Nokia is set to release the E71x on the AT&T network.  It is a gsm phone that unlocked, can work on both AT&T and T-Mobile in the United States.

Making the most of your day at work and away, Nokia E71 is mobile efficiency, beautifully styled.

email
Improve your work flow with mobile access to your business and personal email. Setup is simple, and a dedicated email key and full keyboard help you get your message out.

intelligent input
Put an articulate writing tool into your free hand.
Error correction on the fly, auto-completion, word candidate lists, and more, make messaging on the move quick and easy.

connectivity
Stay up to speed with 3G, HSPDA, and WLAN connectivity – vital links to help keep you connected to a great messaging and mobile browsing experience.

design
A professional–looking device with high-end materials and finishing, making intelligent use of event indicator lights and one-touch keys for home, calendar, contacts, and email.

navigation
Arrive on time to your destination with Nokia Maps and integrated A-GPS, helping you stay one step ahead of your meeting schedule.
A-GPS is a network dependant feature that requires a data plan. Additional charges may apply.

Add the availability of Nokia E71x accessories already on the market and the phone should be a great option for those interested in its feature set.

No Comments yet »

Motorola has added to the line of ultra slim Razr phones with the RAZR2 V9x for GSM and WCDMA networks. Motorola describes the phone as -

Don’t deny it. Sometimes it’s what’s on the outside that matters. The RAZR2™ V9x is beautiful and the world-famous RAZR™ design still looks hot in your hand, but now it’s packaged with a powerful difference.

The large, vibrant external display responds to your touch, giving you complete control of AT&T Navigator, Music, Cellular Video, and messaging even while the phone is closed. You’re in charge of the party as you play AT&T Music, get music downloads over-the-air and pick tracks to play with a few touch-sensitive buttons on your phone’s large external display.

On your own, watch videos, news, sports, weather, entertainment and more with just a touch.  More sweet extras include streaming live video to your friends for fun, turn-by-turn GPS directions to the next party and a 2.0 mega-pixel camera to capture all the good times.

Additional features include bluetooth connectivity and dedicated media keys.  A number of Motorola RAZR2 V9x accessories are already on the market with more sure to come in the near future.

No Comments yet »

With the new SAMSUNG Rugby™, technology finally gets tough.  This heavy-duty work phone makes it easy to get the job done right – with Push-to-Talk technology, a large external speaker, 3G high-speed data access, Multiple Messaging and more.  It’s all protected by a rugged design that’s highly durable and damage resistant.  When the going gets tough, the Samsung Rugby™ keeps you connected and protected.

The Samsung Rugby is currently available on the AT&T network.  There is already a strong selection of Samsung Rugby accessories on the market.

Other Features include -

Camera

• Resolution – 1.3 megapixels
• Zoom – 4X
• Live video capture and playback

Music

• Music player
• Supported music formats – MP3
• AT&T Mobile Music
• Subscription music services
• Napster Mobile
• MusicID – Identify songs you’re listening to
• Create music playlists

Messaging

• Text Messaging
• Instant Messaging (IM) – AOL®, Windows Live, Yahoo Messenger
• Video Share – share live streaming video with friends & family

Email

• Mobile Email – AOL, Windows Live(TM), Yahoo!

Video & Web

• Web browser
• MEdia(TM) Net for wireless internet access
• CV – news, sports, weather, entertainment and more

MEdia(TM) Mall

• Ringtones – MP3
• Answer Tones(TM) – have your friends hear your favorite song or funny phrase when they call you
• Cool Tools
• Graphics
• Choose from your favorite music artists, celebrities, sports heroes, and more
• Themes

Productivity

• Calendar, Alarm clock, Call Waiting, Caller ID, Personal Organizer
• Address book – 1000 entries
• Conference calling
• Call Forwarding

Extras

• Cerified to military standard MI-SID-810, Integrated aGPS with AT&T Navigator
• 3G – high-speed data and voice
• BLUETOOTH® wireless connectivity
• Hands-free speakerphone
• Push to Talk

Camera

• Resolution – 1.3 megapixels
• Zoom – 4X
• Live video capture and playback

Music

• Music player
• Supported music formats – MP3
• AT&T Mobile Music- Subscription music services
• Napster Mobile
• MusicID – Identify songs you’re listening to
• Create music playlists

Messaging

• Text Messaging
• Instant Messaging (IM) – AOL®, Windows Live, Yahoo Messenger
• Video Share – share live streaming video with friends & family

Email

• Mobile Email – AOL, Windows Live(TM), Yahoo!

Video & Web

• Web browser – MEdia(TM) Net for wireless internet access
• CV – news, sports, weather, entertainment and more
• MEdia(TM) Mall
• Ringtones – MP3
• Answer Tones(TM) – have your friends hear your favorite song or funny phrase when they call you

Cool Tools

• Graphics
• Choose from your favorite music artists, celebrities, sports heroes, and more
• Themes

Productivity

• Calendar, Alarm clock, Call Waiting, Caller ID, Personal Organizer
• Address book – 1000 entries
• Conference calling
• Call Forwarding

Extras

No Comments yet »

Motorola Rival™ A455: Ready. Set. Text!
Motorola Rival™ A455 is a loaded messaging machine that lets you get the first, last and every other word in. Stay ahead of the social curve and never get thumb-tied again with one touch access to IM-style texting and emoticons, a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a touch dial pad and fast EVDO connectivity. Whether talking or texting, Motorola Rival keeps you connected at a price you can afford.

Keep it Going: Out-thumb your friends with IM-style texting that organizes messages by contact, displaying them in a chat-like format. Messaging is made even faster with a backlit QWERTY keyboard that shows only the characters and numbers you need to use while texting in the dark¹. One-touch access to text message composition, emoticons, symbols and IM or email lets you quickly chime in and contribute to the chatter. Keep all of your important conversations handy by holding up to 500 text messages in your inbox and outbox.  

Stay in Touch, In Style: Motorola Rival is designed to be pocket-friendly but begs to be shown off, and comes in two stylish colors:  Tin Silver and Purple.

Lip Service Just One Touch Away: Use the touch dial pad on the vivid 2.2” display to quickly make and take calls, without opening the slider.

Always Online: Instantly connect with friends on AOL Instant Messenger, Windows Messenger and Yahoo Messenger. Or use Mobile Email to access popular email services including Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL and Windows Live to stay connected while on-the-go.

No Comments yet »

Motorola has added the VE465 Frost to its line of CDMA handsets.  It is expected the VE465 Frost will be released on the Verizon or Sprint networks.

The look and style of MOTO VE465 fits your busy days and nights. With a thin profile and materials, such as glass on the front display, the VE465 gives you the look you want in either Titanium or Stirling Blue colors.

MOTO VE465 is equipped with two lighting modes – “call” and “media.” Keys turn white in “media” mode and blue in “call” mode making it easy to see important functions. Turn Stereo Bluetooth®1 on and off, and play, pause or advance music without having to open the flip for an easy-to-use one-touch experience. The keypad is designed to make dialling as easy as possible with raised keys.

MOTO VE465 delivers an enjoyable music experience so you can bring your tunes with you wherever you go. Store more music with up to 4 GB optional removable storage and use Full Speed USB technology for fast file transfers from your PC. And, use the 2.5 mm stereo headset jack to plug in your headphones and go.

Stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology gives you the ability to make and take calls or listen to music hands free. No need to get hung up on extra wires when paired with stereo accessories such as the MOTOROKR™ S9-HD headphones or EQ5 Portable Wireless Speaker.

As with most Motorola phones, there is already a broad selection of Motorola VE465 Frost Accessories available.

No Comments yet »

The push to talk walkie-talkie enabled Samsung SCH-R310 Byline phone is available on the Metro PCS network.  Not a music phone, the Byline is a good basic flip phone for voice, messaging and email.  A compact, flip design, the SCH-R310 is a good choice for the customer requiring a good quality push to talk option.

Samsung describes the phone as follows -

Push a button and you’re connected – that’s the power of the SAMSUNG Byline™.  It works like a walkie-talkie, yet has all the extra benefits of a powerful, sophisticated mobile phone.  Like texting and email.  And a full Web browser.  And a speakerphone.  And downloadable content.  In other words, with the SAMSUNG Byline™, you have the power.

No Comments yet »

Verizon information regarding the new LG VX8360 is as follows -

Contained within its sleek design, the new LG VX8360 is a dream come true for mobile music lovers. Download V CAST music with Rhapsody and then crank up the tunes with the dual speakers for stereo sound. Capture pix & video clips with the 1.3 megapixel camera/camcorder and save them for later on an optional microSD™ memory card. It’s also Bluetooth® headset capable for the person on the go. No matter what your mobile entertainment preference is, the new VX8360 has it.

**Must be Activated on Verizon Nationwide Plans**

• Music Player with Dual Speakers for Stereo Sound
• Music Player for: MP3, WMA, Unprotected AAC & Unprotected AAC+ formats
• V CAST Music with Rhapsody® (Subscription, Wireless & PC Downloads)
• External Music Controls for Easy Access, Create and Manage Playlists
• Sync Music from PC to Phone
• Up to 8GB microSD™ Optional Removable Memory

Services

**Must be Activated on Nationwide Plans**
• Text, Picture, Video & Voice Messaging
• Mobile Email, Mobile Web Email, Mobile IM & Chat
• Media Center Capable – Download Games, Ringtones & More
• Dashboard with Mobile Web
• Device Software Update: Download software upgrades over the air
• VZ Navigator^sm Capable
• Chaperone® Parent/Child
• Voicemail
• Usage/Content Filters
• V CAST Video
• Premium Plan Capable

Bluetooth®

• Bluetooth Profiles Supported: headset, hands–free, dial–up networking, Stereo, phone book access, basic printing, object push for vCard and vCalendar, file transfer, basic imaging (phone does not support all Bluetooth OBEX profiles)

Camera/Video

• 1.3 Megapixel Camera & Camcorder
• Video Capature & Playback
• Self Timer: Off, 3, 5, or 10 seconds
• Color Effects: Normal, Negative, Aqua, Sepia, Black & White
• White Balance: Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Glow
• Dedicated Camera/Video Key
• Camera Resolution: 1280×960 (default), 640×480, 320×240 Pixels
• Image Editor – zoom, rotate, crop

• Tools: Calculator, EZ Tip calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock, Stopwatch, World Clock, Notepad
• Speakerphone
• Voice Commands
• Embedded Ringtones, Vibrating Alerts & Silent
• Voice Clarity – auto adjust voice based on surroundings
• Phonebook with up to 1000 entries with multiple contacts
• TTY Capable
• Bilingual Interface: English and Español
• In Case of Emergency Contacts
• Dedicated Message Key
• Total Equipment Coverage is Available

Specifications

• Frequency: 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA
• Data Transmission: High–Speed EV–DO
• Dimensions: 3.64? (H) x 1.91? (W) x 0.78? (D)
• Weight: 3.35 oz
• Hearing Aid Compatibility: M4/T4
• SAR: Head: 1.14 W/Kg, Body: .201 W/kg
• Internal LCD: 262K Color TFT, 240×320 Pixels, 2.00?
• External LCD: 65K Color TFT, 96×96 Pixels, 1.17?
• Usage Time: Up to 316 minutes OR
• Standby Time: Up to 641 hours

No Comments yet »

We have always like the HTC line of phones.  HTC was producing high quality smartphones before smartphones became popular.  The HTC S743 continues their tradition of great practical phones with the benefit of entertainment.

The HTC S743 is the latest edition to the HTC line of phones.  HTC describes the phone as follows -

Taking smartphone communication beyond the practical… the HTC S743 transcends power, usability and simple key-control to deliver the most joyful and intuitive writing experience.

Designed with both beauty and function in mind, the S743’s slender formation of bold angles and distinctive facets perfectly conceals a slide-out keyboard that makes typing-intensive tasks more pleasurable than ever before.

Working in perfect harmony with the S743’s quick messaging tools… writing documents, texts, emailing and instant messaging conversations feel as natural as they do on a notebook, giving you the freedom to communicate the way you enjoy the most.

Surf the Internet anywhere with broadband-speed HSDPA or hook up to the nearest Wi-Fi hotspot to peruse the web at your leisure. Stay in the loop with everything the world of media has to offer with a built-in RSS hub to alert you of the latest in news, entertainment and content as it appears.

Perfectly balanced to be as indispensable to the demanding business communicator as the most energetic of social butterflies… the HTC S743 belongs to everyone who’s passionate about staying in touch, whatever the medium.

Highlights

	Slide-out four-row keyboard for quick and easy text entry.
	2.4-inch TFT-LCD screen housed within a slim and elegant design.
	Mobile Internet – surf and download at broadband speed with HSDPA and Wi-Fi®.
	3.2 megapixel camera for quality stills and video.
	microSD™ slot for expandable storage.

Overall this is a good phone with a full qwerty keyboard making it easy to text and email.  There is already a strong selection of HTC S743 Accessories available both online and in stores.

No Comments yet »