Description:Samsung S5560 appears to be a mainstream cell phone, similar to the Samsung Star S5230, but sports better, 5-megapixel camera and Wi-Fi support. The other features include 3-inch WQVGA resolution screen, microSDHC slot, Bluetooth, FM radio and 3.5mm jack. The Samsung S5560 is a quad-band GSM, i.e. usable anywhere in the world, but lacks 3G support.
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The Android 2.0 news keeps on a comin’! According to HTC via Twitter, the Hero will be blessed with an Eclair software update although an exact release date has yet to be determined. All signs indicate HTC will forgo the 1.6 update and focus on getting the Sense UI tweaked for 2.0 and kicking on the Hero. First the DROID, now the Hero…what handset will be next to grab a little Eclair?
“The rumors are true! Hero will be getting an Eclair update. We ask for your patience as we update Sense for the fancy new Android OS.”
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We can easily declare 2009 year of fashion cell phone follow-ups. Some months ago we introduced you to the LG PRADA II. Now we’ve got our hands on the prototype of the second Samsung with the Giorgio Armani logo on it (M7500 Night Effect was branded as Emporio Armani). There is only one thing in common between these two though, the presence of a full QWERTY keyboard. While the LG PRADA II seems to have gained extra weight and managed to ruin the image of its trendy predecessor, the Giorgio Armani B7620 is another cup of tea. Our prototype is running on the Windows Mobile 6.1 OS, but the final unit will have WM6.5 on board. Aside from being a capable smart phone, the device seems to pack serious multimedia punch – DivX/Xvid video support, 5-megapixel camera and huge, 3.5-inch AMOLED display.
Actually, we lied to you. There is one other thing both phone have in common with – the rather serious weight gain compared to their previous makes. The Samsung Giorgio Armani B7620 is bulky even for a Windows Mobile smart phone and virtually the same size as the HTC Touch Pro2. Still, this is excusable given its solid metal front and large display.
The 3.5-inch display delivering resolution of 480×800 is perfectly capable of meeting the needs of contemporary users. If you girlfriend says something like this to you though, you should be worried indeed. Sliding the screen sideways reveals the keyboard and it can also be tilted at an angle to allow easier text entry, similarly to HTC Touch Pro2 and Nokia N97. Both send and end keys are below the screen along with mandatory inscription that reads Giorgio Armani and what looks like a chain store, bargain basement knockoff of a sapphire paste. Pressing it once calls up the main menu, while holding it pressed causes the multitasking menu to pop on screen.
The relatively large keyboard buttons are arranged in four rows with enough space between them. Since there is a row less than on the Touch Pro2, all special symbols are scattered among the letter keys and not as on normal computer keyboards. Finally, there is not enough room for your fingers if you tilt the display towards it and typing text in can get uncomfortable. Both volume rocker and microSD slot are on the left hand side, while camera shutter, phone lock and microUSB connector are on the opposite. There is a button that bears cryptic “W&L” marking on top of the device that calls a function we will get down to in the Interface section of the review.
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When the Verizon Wireless Blitz came out a year ago, we weren’t that impressed by its quality and features (or lack thereof). Now that its replacement, the Verizon Wireless Razzle has been released, we’re interested in seeing if the new model is more competent and better equipped, though it does have touch competition from other messaging devices, such as the Samsung Intensity, Alias 2, and LG enV3.
Included in the retail box in the Razzle phone, 920mAh battery, wall charger, USB data cable, 1GB microSD memory card, and user guide.
Design:
The Razzle remains teen friendly, but loses the blue “toy” look of the Blitz and instead comes with an all-black exterior. Overall build quality seems to have improved, as the Razzle doesn’t feel as flimsy. Both devices come with a similar 2.2-inch 220×176 resolution TFT display, though images do appear slightly better on the Razzle, we would have preferred a higher-resolution QVGA display instead. Directly below it is the d-pad, which is still rather small, but is now circular in shape, and other function keys. On the sides are the volume rocker, proprietary USB port, 2.5mm headset jack, camera and lock key, and microSDHC memory card slot with 16GB support.
Unlike the Blitz, which uses a sliding keyboard, the Razzle has a unique 180 degree rotating bottom: one side with the QWERTY keyboard and the other with music controls and speaker. When the QWERTY keyboard is rotated and on the same side as the display, the keyboard is given a slight angle, thus making it more comfortable to hold and type messages with. Unfortunately, the keys remain quite small and are best suited for teen-sized fingers, as adults with larger hands will make more typing mistakes. If you feel that you need more room to type, then look at the Samsung Intensity, Alias2 or LG enV3. When the bottom is rotated the other way, it is no longer angled and is flat, with the music control buttons and speaker on the display side. It is a pretty neat design but we can’t help but wonder if the rotating mechanism will hold-up over time with normal daily use.
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The Verizon Wireless Escapade is a voice-centric phone made by PCD. This flip phone has CDMA and works exclusively on Verizon’s digital CDMA 1X networks in the U.S., and it’s also a quad band GSM phone for overseas use. Note that you can’t use the GSM radio in the US. The Verizon Wireless Escapade is designed for those who travel overseas often and their main task for the phone is to make voice calls. The Escapade has built-in Bluetooth for mono headsets; aGPS that works with VZ Navigator and a 2-megapixel camera that takes only still images. Since the phone doesn’t have EV-DO for fast data, it doesn’t support Verizon’s V CAST Music, V CAST Video nor does it come with a media player. The Bluetooth doesn’t support A2DP, as music playback isn’t a built-in option. The Escapade is also missing a microSD card slot.
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The Samsung SGH-A887 Solstice from AT&T features Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface and a 2 megapixel camera for a multimedia-centric touch experience. The phone also features a built-in GPS receiver and full HTML web browser. Ricky gets touchy-feely with the Solstice to see if it can really hide the moon with its features.
Physical Aspects
The Samsung SGH-A887 Solstice from AT&T appears to be the same as most other touchscreen phones, when you first see it. The small pocketable phone measures in at 109mm x 53mm x 12.7mm (4.3in x 2.1in x .5in) and only weighs a scant 94g (3.3oz), but it packs plenty of features, as well. The phone is built well, with solid materials, though it does feel rather hollow in your hand. The Solstice is available in a toned-down black color scheme, with chrome accents on its few buttons.
The small 3-inch WQVGA (240×400 pixel) resolution touchscreen display dominates the front of the phone and is very responsive, with a bright backlight. There are three buttons below the display - send, back, and end/power. There is also a dedicated screen lock button on the top right edge of the phone, to prevent accidental key presses. Along the left edge of the phone, you’ll find the proprietary Samsung power/data/audio port, which is protected by an attached door, to keep debris out. Below this is the task-switcher button, and below that is the dedicated camera button. The volume rocker is the only button on the right edge of the phone.
The back of the phone is covered in a faux-leather texture, with an ever-so-slightly rubberized grip. You’ll also find the 2 megapixel camera and a single speaker on the back of the Samsung Solstice. Beneath the back cover you’ll find the device’s small 1000mAh battery. Oddly enough, the SIM card slot is not blocked by the battery, though the microSD card slot is.
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Somewhere in Russia, Samsung is announcing its latest smartphone model dubbed Galaxy Spica. This mobile phone is said to be running on Google Android system and happens to be the second Samsung Android Phone. The Samsung Galaxy Spica allows for easy synchronization with network services allowing faster speed when connecting to a mobile network.
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Motorola’s first Android phone has gained a lot of spotlights recently, and people kind of forget that Verizon Wireless is set to launch the HTC Desire, also an Android-powered phone. The pictures you saw below are the leaked photos of HTC Desire that is rumored to be released on October 28, which is two days later.
The HTC Desire looks pretty much like T-Mobile’s HTC Hero. It features a 3.2-inch HVGA LCD screen, HTC Senses UI, and 5-megapixel digital camera, 528MHz processor, WiFi, and A-GPS. Please stay tuned for the official release on 28th.
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CTIA 2007 — Verizon Wireless has launched its second MediaFLO mobile TV handset, the LG VX9400. Mobile TV has been a major talking point at the CTIA conference and LG has been showing off the VX9400 proudly. Sporting a unique form factor (the screen swivels into landscape orientation) and MediaFLO, the device is designed to work with V Cast TV.
Features of the LG VX9400 include:
Because of the TV technology, Verizon Wireless will keep an exclusive on this handset. It’s available now for $199.99 with a 2-year contract. Note: V Cast TV is only available in select markets, but the list is expanding.
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It wasn’t that long ago that Dusan speculated the Nokia Surge may make an appearance on the Rogers (NYSE: RCI) network in Canada… And, as luck would have it, the Surge is indeed on its way to Rogers according to some recent reports. The Nokia Surge 6790 should be ready for prime time (on the shelves) early next week. The Surge is a slider featuring a 2.4″ screen, full QWERTY keyboard, 2MP camera (with 4x zoom), GPS, Bluetooth microSD (up to 16GB) and more.
Look for pricing to come in at $49.99 on a 3-year contract, $99.99 on a 2-year, $199.99 on a 1-year and $279.99 outright. I’m sure we’ll hear more about this one shortly, so stay tuned for more.
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