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March 28, 2008

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth

Category: Cell Phones — edgar @ 12:27 pm

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Introduction
This bluetooth headset leads the pack with a very lightweight, comfortable to wear design, and with the great sound quality you’ve come to expect.

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Design
The Jawbone design is sleek. Although it looks like metal, it is made of a light weight, medical grade plastic. Available in your choice of Black, Red and Silver. Jawbone’s ergonomic design enhances acoustic performance and keeps the device lightweight, stable, and comfortable. It can be worn on either ear, and you can customize yor fit by choosing the earloop or an earbud (several shapes and sizes are provided).
Weight: 28.34g (1 oz)
Body Size: 45.72mm x 55.88mm x 17.78mm (1.8″ x 2.2″ x 0.7″)

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Features
The headset has a rated talk time of 6 hours and a rated standby time of 120 hours. Other features of the headset include voice-dialing support and a battery strength indicator.

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Performance
The Jawbone measures the ambient noise around you and automatically enhances the incoming audio and adjusts the volume to make every incoming call sound crystal clear. Using adaptive sound technology, the Jawbone uses two microphones and a voice activity sensor. When placed against the cheek, the sensor detects voice vibrations rather than picking up the sound from your mouth.

What’s included in the package
Headset
4 adjustable ear hooks
5 ear pads
USB charge cable
Travel USB Charger
User’s Guide

Conclusion
Jawbone’s intelligent system of sensors, software, and ergonomic features allows you to use your mobile phone in any environment without shouting or straining to hear.


January 30, 2008

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800

Category: Cell Phones — edgar @ 12:41 pm

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800 Introduction
Sprint recently introduced the Mogul by HTC. This Pocket PC phone is a serious upgrade from the previous model, the PPC-6700. The new Windows Mobile 6 operating system enables you to view and edit Word and Excel documents. It also provides instant message capabilities via Windows Live Messenger.

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800 Design
The first thing you will notice about the HTC’s Mogul is the slim design. It has a gunmetal-gray exterior with a textured backside that ensured a no-slip grip. The Mogul features a full QWERTY keyboard that slides out. You can choose one of three ways to navigate the device: a thumb wheel on the left side, a five-way navigator control underneath the display, and the included telescoping stylus. The HTC Mogul weighs 5.8 ounces and measures 4.33 x 2.32 x 0.73 inches.

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800 Features
It has a 2.8″ TFT screen with 65k colors, runs on 400 MHz QUALCoMM processor, has 64 MB of RAM, 256 MB of ROM, built-in WiFi, IrDA, Bluetooth 2.0 microSD slot, and a 2 mega pixel camera. The HTC Mogul PPC-6800 also supports Bluetooth A2DP profile.

Sprint HTC Mogul PPC-6800 Performance
With the included Windows Mobile 6, your phone is able to emulate the power and features of your PC’s Microsoft Office suite. You will be able to neatly view, navigate and edit Word documents and Excel spreadsheets in their original formatting. You can even view PowerPoint presentations. The PPC-6800 is the best possible smart phone due to its power to run different programs.

What’s included in the package
The Mogul, AC world charger, stereo headset with inline microphone, USB sync cable, ExtUSB to 2.5mm headset adapter cable, ExtUSB to two port ExtUSB (so you can use the included headphones and the charger simultaneously), a spare stylus, a 512MB microSD card, leather horizontal case with belt clip, a screen protector, software installation CD with user manual, getting started guide.

Conclusion
The clean design and feature make it worth it. It is powerful enough to run Windows Mobile 6. One of the advantages of having a Windows Mobile device like the Mogul is that you can fully customize your pocket pc to your needs. There are many applications available to download.


January 20, 2007

Sony Ericsson P990

Category: Cell Phones — edgar @ 10:47 am

Sony Ericsson P990

Sony Ericsson P990 Introduction
The P990 has what you need to do business and communicate with friends and colleagues wherever you are. You have access to the internet everywhere, push email to get your email straight to your phone, and video conferencing for effective communications.

Sony Ericsson P990 Design
The Sony Ericsson P990i weighs 5.3 ounces and measures 4.4 x 2.2 x 1 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 7.5 hours of digital talk time, and up to 340 hours of digital standby time. It runs on the 900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS and 2100 MHz UMTS frequencies.

Sony Ericsson P990 Features
The slim form factor makes the P990 easy to carry, hold and use. You can carry it comfortably in your pocket or in a bag. The touchscreen and Jog Dial navigation make using the P990i easy and intuitive, and a large, 240 x 320 screen that supports 262,000 colors is excellent for watching video, viewing images, and reading email and other messages. A full QWERTY keyboard is located below the screen. The keyboard is revealed by flipping down the P990’s dialpad. Sony Ericsson P990 comes with a 2 megapixel camera. The camera comes equipped with dedicated macro mode, autofocus, a LED flash, and image stabilizer for video recording. The P990 comes with the obligatory MP3 player, and has a dedicated music button on its side to switch the phone over to music mode. It also comes with a stereo FM radio capable of supporting 20 different channels, as well as RDS.

Sony Ericsson P990 Performance
The P990 is a 3G/UMTS data-enabled device, so you know it’s going to pack a lot of great Internet and messaging features. In addition to MMS and SMS messaging, push email is supported. With a carrier data plan, you can easily connect to the Internet and browse the Web with the included Opera browser, which supports HTML, xHTML, CSS and Javascript protocols. You can also use the P990 as a modem to provide an Internet connection to your laptop or PDA via Bluetooth or USB. As mentioned, Wi-Fi connectivity means that you can tap into wireless hotspots for fast Web browsing. Naturally, the Sony Ericsson P990 comes with all manner of useful productivity tools, including calendar, ToDo list, alarms, a task manager, calculator and general organizer. Several Office-type applications are also included, including a simple notes application for storing text (either typed or handwritten), a PDF viewer, and QuickOffice, which lets you read and edit Microsoft Office documents. The P990 also comes with a hardware graphics accelerator, which gives it the ability to play some pretty stunning games.

Whats included in the package
Sony Ericsson P990i Phone, 64 MB Memory Stick Pro Duo, Handsfree Headset, Strap, 2 Stylus, Travel Charger, Extra Flip and utility pack, Memory Stick DUO Adaptor, Sync Cradle with USB Adaptor, Li-on Battery BST33, User Manual, CD-ROM.

Conclusion
A phone, PDA and imaging machine packed with media and applications to support business and leisure activities. It takes the work out of the job.

January 14, 2007

Nokia E61 Smartphone

Category: Cell Phones — edgar @ 4:34 pm

Nokia E61 Smartphone

Nokia E61 Smartphone Introduction
The E61 is a powerful smart phone, equipped with productivity apps, a plethora of wireless options, and good call quality. The E61 is definitely best suited for the corporate user who needs a fully loaded device for working on the road.

Nokia E61 Smartphone Design
The large, 320 x 240 screen supports a whopping 16.7 million colors, while a QWERTY keyboard just below the screen makes typing out emails, SMS messages, notes, presentations, and more a breeze. A center “thumb stick” allows you to quickly navigate the E61’s menus and features, while soft keys on either side of the stick make it easy to quickly access important phone and productivity functions — all of which make the E61 a snap to use one-handed. On the bottom of the phone, you’ll find a Nokia “Pop-Port” for connecting accessories, such as the included wired headset. The port also serves as a USB 2.0-compatible data port when used with the included USB adapter. The phone’s charging port and infrared sensor are also located on the bottom of the phone. Under the battery cover, you’ll find a hot-swappable miniSD slot, as well. The device ships with 75 MB of internal memory, as well as a 64 MB miniSD card.

Nokia E61 Smartphone Features
Packed with powerful productivity apps and wireless options, the Nokia E61 is sure to be a corporate crowd pleaser. The E61 runs Symbian OS 9.1, Series 60 third edition, and comes with full support for viewing and editing Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents. The smart phone also works with Adobe Reader and Zip Manager, and comes with your basic PIM apps and organization tools, such as a calendar, notes, a calculator, a clock, a voice recorder, and a currency converter.

The E61 has robust e-mail capabilities with support for Microsoft Exchange Server, POP3, IMAP, and SMTP accounts, and a full attachment viewer. You can get real-time message delivery through a number of push e-mail solutions, including Intellisync Wireless E-mail, BlackBerry Connect, GoodLink, Visto, and Seven Always-On Mail. A small LED above the screen, as well as a pop-up box, alert you to new messages. There’s also a mobile VPN client so that you can securely tap into your corporate server. The E61 also works with popular instant-messaging clients, such as Yahoo and AOL, and is text and multimedia message capable.

Nokia E61 Smartphone Performance
The E61 gives mobile professionals a competitive edge, increasing productivity, and enabling more timely responses and the ability to make important decisions. The Nokia E61 is optimized to provide superior mobile performance. Manage personal information and make phone calls away from the office. Manage large amount of email. Draw upon fast data connectivity. Use Internet capabilities to get important business information. Edit or create slides, spreadsheets and documents with supported programs.

Whats included in the package
Nokia E61 Smartphone, Battery, Charger, Memory Card 64MB, Headset, Data Cable, Software CD, Owner’s Manual.

Conclusion
With its wide array of connectivity and messaging options, comfortable keyboard, and large display, the Nokia E61 is the perfect companion for corporate raiders busy home office types alike. The built-in applications are all very well done, and the availability of plenty of 3rd party apps will help each individual user fill in any perceived gaps in functionality. In short, the Nokia E61 is an excellent choice for a business centric mobile phone.

November 10, 2006

Audiovox PPC-6700

Category: Cell Phones — edgar @ 9:52 am

Audiovox PPC-6700

Audiovox PPC-6700 Introduction

The Audiovox PPC-6700 is both a full-featured Pocket PC PDA running Windows Mobile 5.0 and a Sprint PCS cell phone. This innovative phone has a keyboard that slides from the side rather than bottom of the phone, making it perfect for landscape use.

Audiovox PPC-6700 Design

The 240 x 320 LCD touch-screen supports 65,000 colors, while the rear of the device houses a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capture capabilities. The design of the PPC-6700 is clean and uncluttered, with just a few buttons for mail, Internet Explorer, and contextual menus. Meanwhile, call answer and end buttons are arrayed below a five-way toggle that allows you to navigate and control the Windows Mobile interface. As mentioned, a full QWERTY keyboard cleverly slides out from underneath the screen. This allows you to hold the device horizontally, and the screen is automatically placed in landscape mode when you’re using the keyboard. This “slide-to-hide” form factor eliminates bulkiness for a sleek and stylish design. A mini-SD memory expansion card slot is provided, as is an infrared port and a 2.5 mm headphone jack. A mini-USB port is also included for wired data transfers.

Audiovox PPC-6700 Features

The PPC-6700’s phone and PDA functions are designed to provide an integrated, seamless experience. As a phone, the PPC-6700 features all the functionality folks expect from a cell phone, including a handsfree speakerphone, polyphonic ringtones, a vibrate mode, and picture and ringer ID. Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile combines email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes into a single application that seamlessly integrates with the PPC-6700’s phone functions. Meanwhile, headsets, car kits and other wireless peripherals can also be paired with the unit via Bluetooth (the Bluetooth 1.2 specification is supported). Staying productive on the road is made possible by the Microsoft Office Mobile suite, which includes Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile. Meanwhile, the File Explorer application makes it easy to browse the files on your PPC-6700.

Audiovox PPC-6700 Performance

This compact, feature-packed PDA phone runs Windows Mobile 5 and sports a slide-out text keyboard, and triple radios: CDMA EV-DO, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Other key features include a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capture, miniSD card slot, touch screen, speakerphone, and the full suite of Windows Mobile software. The PPC-6700 runs on the 416 MHz flavor of Intel’s PXA 270 XScale processor. The phone has 64 megs of RAM, which under WM5 is used in the same way as PCs use RAM: to run programs but not for storage. 49.42 megs are listed as available but the OS and related programs use 15, so there are 34.69 megs actually free. That’s on par with other WM5 devices and is enough to run several applications simultaneously or demanding games.

Whats included in the package

The PPC-6700 comes with a Lithium Ion battery, two styli, cradle, USB to mini-USB sync cable, world charger, stereo headset with mic, leather horizontal case with belt clip, software CD and a thick printed manual.

Conclusion

A great looking and ergonomic device with a creative design that works. It has a nice screen, runs the latest Windows Mobile OS and has both WiFi and Bluetooth. Camera still shots are very good by phone standards. This is an excellent multi use device.

August 27, 2006

Sony Ericsson w550i

Category: Cell Phones — Eddie @ 7:02 am

Sony Ericsson w550i

Overall Rating
Design
Features
Performance

Sony Ericsson w550i Introduction

The Sony Ericsson W550i Walkman is a mobile phone for music lovers. FM radio, an advanced digital music player inside and everything you need to enjoy your music on the move. CD ripping software is included in the kit for getting your favorite songs into your phone.

Sony Ericsson w550i Design

The phone comes all decked out in shiny silver and bright orange, the color of choice for Walkman phones. If that isn’t your shade, you can easily switch the original casing. The external controls are sufficient and logically well-placed. On the right, you have the volume buttons, camera shutter and infrared port, while the left side boasts a music play/pause button and keylock slider switch. The top half of the phone houses two menu softkeys, back and clear buttons, as well as one for Web access and one Walkman button.

Sony Ericsson w550i Features

Key features are the FM radio, an advanced digital music player inside and everything you need to enjoy your music on the move. CD ripping software is included in the kit for getting your favorite songs into your phone. A 1.8″ color screen is great for video viewing and gaming experience plus it has dedicated gaming buttons for fast and action-packed 3D gaming on the go. When you want to catch some action, the W550i is also an impressive 1.3-megapixel camera with video recording and digital camera menus.

Sony Ericsson w550i Performance

This Sony Ericsson’s phone comes with an integrated Walkman music player. This affordable swivel phone also sports 256 MB of memory, a megapixel camera with flash and video capture, Bluetooth, and speakerphone. Other features include: EDGE high-speed data, FM radio, voice dialing, and extra buttons for landscape-mode gaming.

What’s included in the package

Phone, software, cable, face plate and battery cover, head phone, battery, and user manual

Conclusion

The W550i is a Walkman phone full of variety. The form factor is swivel action, and you can use the phone open, closed or angled. Functionally, the W550i has every possible connectivity option to make your music, imaging and online experiences smooth and easy. A USB cable is supplied in the box, and the W550i has both Bluetooth and infrared for a wireless connection when you want it.

August 21, 2006

Nokia N70 Review

Category: Cell Phones — Eddie @ 10:34 pm

Overall Rating
Design
Features
Performance

Nokia n70 Cell Phone Introduction

The Nokia N70 is a smart mobile phone. It has basically everything. It supports 3G, has a 2 MP camera, and lots of memory. It also has a radio, a MP3 player, and memory card slot.

Nokia n70 Cell Phone Design

Like most Nokia phones, ease of use is a top priority. Buttons are reserved for instant multimedia access as well as camera shutter functions. Intuitive menus make switching from text messaging to video shoots a snap. The camera function is activated with the mere slip of a slide cover, which works like today’s top digital cameras to reveal the viewfinder and lens.

Nokia n70 Cell Phone Features

Nokia N70 is great for both work and fun. It is a nice and very well equipped phone. The phone is capable of playing streaming media from the Internet, or you can swap media files with your friends. Sending multimedia e-mails is a breeze,
so you can show your friends and family your exciting new pictures or videos right away. The N70’s Bluetooth and USB compatibility allows you to connect the phone to other devices such as PCs and printers. You can print directly from the
phone - without the use of a PC. The phones included applications make it easy to connect to a printer and crop the photo just how you want it.

Nokia n70 Cell Phone Performance

Advanced digital camera controls such as 20x digital zoom, color and brightness and adjustments, flash settings, and photo-format features for a variety of situations means that this phone is a must-have for those who want the ability to quickly and easily take high-quality digital photos and videos. Nokia phones use the shipped software package for communication with the computer - PC Suite. it is still one of the best programs for mobile phones ever to have been supplied with. You can create and edit your media directly on the phone.

What’s included in the package

Nokia N70, 64MB MultiMediaCard (MMC), Adapter for normal size MMC, Headset, Battery, Charger, Connectivity Cable (USB), CD-ROM containing software, and User guide.

Conclusion

Slide and shoot simplicity. It’s your photo lab fused into your design savvy smartphone. All so you never miss another moment.

August 17, 2006

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone

Category: Cell Phones — Eddie @ 12:00 am

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone

Overall Rating
Design
Features
Performance

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone Introduction

Slide open the Nokia 6280 phone to unleash the multimedia and imaging power hidden beneath its sleek and modern cover.

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone Design

Overall the Nokia 6280 represents a major leap forward in both handset design and features but keeps it all compact. The Nokia 6280 sports many a feature such as: Bluetooth, a handsfree speakerphone mode built-in, EDGE high speed data and a camera with megapixel resolution.
Dimensions: 3.94 x 1.81 x .83 in.
Weight: 4.05 oz.

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone Features

Has dual integrated cameras featuring a back-side 2-megapixel camera with full-screen landscape camera mode and camera flash and a front-side VGA camera for video calling capability for face-to-face communication. Has Integrated MP3 audio player and 64-chord polyphonic sound engine with MP3 and video ringer support. Includes 70 MB of internal memory and miniSD memory expansion slot for additional storage with optional card.

Nokia 6280 Cell Phone Performance

With dedicated camera and zoom buttons, the Nokia 6280 creates a natural, user-friendly conventional camera experience by operating the photography function in a horizontal landscape mode. Photos and videos taken with the Nokia 6280 can be viewed directly on the screen and then shared with others via MMS, email or directly printed to compatible printers.

Whats included in the package

Nokia 6280 phone, Headset, Battery, Connectivity Cable, Travel Charger, User guide, CD-ROM containing software.

Conclusion

The compact Nokia 6280 slide phone comes with a range of features that enable consumers to take full advantage of 3G multimedia opportunities. Such as real time video sharing and two way video calls. The 6280 can announce incoming calls with video ring tones. Pictures and videos can be conveniently stored on the 6280’s miniSD memory card.

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