Scheduled release in: Q2 2009
The Nokia 2700 Classic is an entry-level phone with a 2.0-inch screen and 2.0-megapixel camera. It integrates an MP3 player and FM radio so users can listen to music on the road. Email, SMS, MMS and Nokia Xpress audio messaging offer a variety of ways send messages. An additional 2GB of memory can be added with optional microSD cards. Share on Ovi, Windows Live Messenger and Opera Mini browser round out the features.
Scheduled release in: Q2 2009
The Nokia 2330 Classic is an easy-to-use phone with a built-in VGA camera, stereo FM radio recorder, and GPRS internet connection. With premium looks and practical features, the affordable device supports Mail on Ovi, to create email accounts directly on the 2330 Classic without having to use a personal computer. Nokia Life Tools provides farmers and students with timely and relevant agriculture information and education services designed for rural communities in emerging markets.
Scheduled release in: Q2 2009
The LG GM730 is one of the first smartphones to use Microsoft’s new Windows Mobile 6.5. It also runs LG’s S-Class User Interface for four customizable home screens built-around a 3D ‘cube’ layout — turnable with the flick of a finger. The GM730 features a 3.0-inch WQVGA touch screen, 5.0-megapixel Schneider-Kreuznach camera and Bluetooth 2.1 technology. It is also one of the first devices to have LBS-based SNS — so users can reach their friends for real-time chat, email and text messages. ‘Chat on the Map’ service allows users to locate themselves as well as their friends, social network group.
Scheduled release in: Q2 2009
The HTC Magic is a tablet-style smartphone that runs on Google’s Android operating system. It has a trackball and navigational buttons for quick, easy access and a 3.2-inch touch screen display. The Magic can access email options such as Google Mail, POP3 and IMAP as well as Google Talk for instant messaging. Popular Google applications are also integrated such as Google Maps and Google Search as well as access to video sharing site YouTube.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
Released for Verizon Wireless, the Nokia 7205 (Intrigue) has an external screen that illuminates when an incoming call or text is received. Consumers also play songs, or turn off the alarm clock to snooze a little longer without opening the phone. A large, bright internal screen includes a nature-inspired design setting called Habitat mode. When the Habitat mode is activated, contacts are presented in chronological order for an intuitive way to track contacts. The handset also comes with VCAST Music with Rhapsody to allow users to choose from over five million songs. They can download the master copy of their songs to a PC and sync their tracks, albums and playlists to their phone. The 7205 also has a microSD optional removable memory with up to 8GB for additional storage. Extra features include a 2.0-megapixel camera with flash and Bluetooth wireless technology.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
Released for Sprint, the LG Rumor2 offers a full-sliding QWERTY with an additional row of keys for easier typing. It also has an increased QVGA display, 1.3-megapixel camera and stereo Bluetooth technology. The Rumor2 comes preloaded with Sprint Navigation for GPS navigation and voice and on-screen, turn-by-turn driving directions. Users can access Microsoft Exchange Server and IBM Lotus Notes accounts through Sprint Mobile Email Work. A removable backplate lets users personalize their phone.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
Released for AT&T, the Motorola EM330 has a touch-sensitive external screen, a rich music experience and high-quality audio performance, all at an affordable price. Users can control music with using touch-sensitive keys that appear only when needed. Easily play, pause, forward or rewind songs. Music can be easily identified with Motorola’s SongID technology then purchased through AT&T’s Music Store. Consumers can also listen to new music on favorite FM radio stations with Radio Data System (RDS) technology. They can share favorite stations by sending a text message to any other FM radio-enabled mobile phone. Music can be enjoyed in surround sound-like quality with a 3D sound effect and audio equalizer with 11 different pre-set music genres like Rock, Reggae and Pop to maximize any mobile listening experience. Bass can be boosted as high as seven decibels. The EM330 features a universal 3.5mm jack for easy connection to speakers and headsets, while stereo Bluetooth wireless technology and the professional-grade speakerphone allow them to experience handsfree connectivity.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
The Sony Ericsson W395 is an affordable mid-level music phone with external music control keys, stereo speakers and stereo widening for high-quality bass. For live music, the W395 has a built-in FM radio. TrackID can identify unknown songs, while PlayNow offers downloadable themes, wallpapers and ringtones. An integrated 2.0-megapixel camera takes photos that can be shared through Bluetooth wireless technology or uploaded to the Internet.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
The Sony Ericsson G705 is a slider phone with a large 2.4-inch screen, high-speed 3G and a full HTML browser. RSS feeds deliver news to its desktop. The integrated 3.2-megapixel camera captures photos and videos that can be uploaded to the web. With the Wi-Fi connection, users can upload pictures, create a picture blog or download music and videos from websites. Buil-in aGPS combined with Google Maps for Mobile and Wayfinder navigation helps find driving directions and locations such as restaurants and bars.
Scheduled release in: Q1 2009
With built-in A-GPS sensors and an electronic compass, the Nokia N97 has ‘social location’ to automatically update social networks with real-time information. Its 16:9 widescreen display can be personalized with widgets. Both the physical QWERTY and virtual touch input ensure convenient blogging, chatting, posting, sending texts or emailing. The N97 supports up to 48GB of storage, including 32GB of on-board memory, expandable with a 16GB microSD card. It comes with excellent music capabilities, full support for the Nokia Music Store and continuous playback time of up to 1.5 days. The N97 also has a 5.0-megapixel camera with high-quality Carl Zeiss optics, 16:9 and DVD quality video capture, and support for services like Share on Ovi for immediate sharing over HSDPA and WLAN.