Released for Sprint, the Sanyo Katana DLX retains the thin profile introduced on the original Katana phone updated with a new luxurious finish. Also available in Platinum Ice, Champagne and Pink Satin, the Katana DLX includes power save mode, phone as modem, Bluetooth wireless technology, wireless backup for easily restoring contact information if the phone is ever lost, stolen or damaged and a large QVGA main display. It is GPS-enabled supporting Sprint Navigation, powered by TeleNav, with turn-by-turn driving directions and more than 10 million business listings.
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Released for Sprint and Verizon Wireless, the Palm Treo 755p is the first Treo to offer built-in Microsoft Direct Push Technology email support; Google Maps for mobile; and a sleeker design with integrated antenna, slimmer form factor and miniSD slot. The Treo 755p offers VersaMail 3.5.4 with built-in Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync support for Microsoft Direct Push Technology, delivering automatic updates to Outlook email. Also new to the Treo 755p is the integration of Google Maps service for mobile. With Google Maps built into the ROM, Treo 755p users can get directions; perform local searches; and view moveable/scalable maps, satellite imagery, and traffic updates while on the go.
The Motorola Deluxe (ic902) is the newest phone utilizing the Nextel National Network (iDEN) for walkie-talkie services and the Sprint Nationwide Network (CDMA) for voice and data services. The Deluxe utilizes both of Sprint’s networks depending upon the service being used. For walkie-talkie services, the handset will operate on the Nextel National Network (iDEN) giving customers the ability to instantly connect with more than 20 million Nextel Walkie-Talkie users coast to coast. The Deluxe (ic902) also supports Direct Talk for short-range off-network walkie-talkie conversations between users with other Direct Talk-capable Nextel phones. The Deluxe (ic902) also features Bluetooth Stereo capabilities for pairing with compatible headsets and other devices as well as an integrated MP3 player with the ability to enjoy MP3s, audio files and audio podcasts. Multimedia files are easily stored on the included 128 MB microSD removable memory card. The Deluxe (ic902) supports SMS text messaging and is GPS-enabled for navigation, including support for TeleNav.
Released for AT&T, the Pantech Duo boasts an innovative dual-sliding double-keyboard design. As one of the first devices from AT&T to be powered by the Windows Mobile 6 operating system, the UMTS/HSDPA-enabled Duo is capable of average download speeds of 600 Kbps to 1.4 Mbps. The drop-down QWERTY keyboard is useful for writing email and editing Microsoft Word and Excel documents; the numeric keypad is ideal for sending quick texts and dialing on the run. A flip of the wrist brings users into contact with either keyboard and any mobile need. Dynamic AT&T Mobile Music and Video services let customers manage a variety of multimedia libraries, download and play stereo-quality music, watch popular TV shows and view exclusive content from HBO, MTV, and ESPN, among others, on the handset’s 240 x 320 px screen. Also onboard are convenient and widely used features, such as Internet Explorer Mobile, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile and Stereo Bluetooth.
Released for T-Mobile, the Samsung Stripe (SGH-T329) is the successor to the SGH-T319, adding Bluetooth wireless technology to the entry-level product line. Offering a combination of function and value, the Stripe integrates a VGA digital camera with 4x digital zoom, color internal and stylish vertical external LCDs, and an external hands-free speakerphone. Users can stay connected with friends and family through AOL and Yahoo! Instant Messenger, or use text, picture, or video attachments in text messages. Using T-Zones to customize the Stripe, consumers can download HiFi Ringers, MegaTones, and wallpapers to ensure the phone matches their personality.
Released for T-Mobile, the small and lightweight Samsung SGH-T429 is a stylishly compact slider. Handsomely styled and impossibly light, the Samsung T429 is a crowd-favorite. A 65K-color screen lets users customize downloadable wallpapers, while inside the T429 sports Bluetooth wireless technology, a VGA-quality camera for fun photos, AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), ICQ, Windows Live, and Yahoo! Messenger chat applications to keep in touch with family and friends, and myFaves software for unlimited nationwide calling to any five U.S. phone numbers.
Released for T-Mobile, the Samsung SGH-T419 is a stylishly simple compact flip phone. Dual displays and an internal antenna provide a fashionable look, while the vibrant, full-color screen allows consumers to customize downloadable wallpapers, or even break the silence with T-Mobile HiFi ringtones. Keep in touch with text messaging, AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), ICQ, Windows Live, and Yahoo! Messenger, while Bluetooth wireless technology gives users handsfree communications. As part of T-Mobile’s myFaves rate plans, the SGH-T419 facilitates unlimited nationwide calling to any five U.S. phone numbers, even landlines.
Released for T-Mobile, the Samsung SGH-T409 is an easy-to-use flip phone with a host of features, including Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth wireless technology, a built-in 1.3-megapixel camera with digital zoom and picture and ringer caller ID. Available in a sky blue color, the SGH-T409 seamlessly makes and receives calls over a home Wi-Fi network with T-Mobile HotSpot @Home. While at home, customers can enjoy mobile coverage and unlimited domestic calling over Wi-Fi; while mobile, customers also can get the same benefits at all the nearly 8,500 T-Mobile HotSpot locations across the country. In addition, unlike with VoIP calling, when T-Mobile HotSpot @Home customers leave home or exit a T-Mobile HotSpot, their calls will transfer onto T-Mobile’s GSM/GPRS/EDGE wireless network, giving people the freedom to continue their important conversations uninterrupted as they go about their day. Calls also transfer from T-Mobile’s network onto Wi-Fi.
Slimmer and more compact in design, the Nokia N93i follows on from the success of the Nokia N93. It also has a new metallic finish keymat and a mirror effect cover. The 2.4-inch main display of up to 16 million colors has a 160 degree viewing angle, the easy-to-use joystick provides smooth video control and there are dedicated camera keys to capture images, switch shooting mode and operate the flash quickly and easily. Integrated into the Nokia N93i is a new personal video and photo blogging service called Vox with privacy features that let users share stories and thoughts instantly with their friends, family, neighborhood or the entire world.
The Nokia 6120 Classic features two cameras – a 2.0-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom, flash and panorama mode for taking high-quality photographs as well as a second camera in the front that adds a personal touch to calls by making use of the video call feature. With only a few short steps using the pre-loaded How-To Guides and a Set-up Wizard, consumers can have their email, messaging and Internet connection up and running in less time. The Data Transfer application allows consumers to transfer contacts, calendars, photos, videos and files from previous Nokia phones to the 6120, even when the SIM card is removed. And by synchronizing the calendar from an office computer, consumers can always have their schedule with them. Based on S60 software, the 6120 lets users download and use additional applications in addition to the ones already found on the device. Users can personalize the phone with a wide variety of add-on applications, enhancements, content and service. S60 also allows users to run several applications at the same time enabling them to browse the Web while listening to their favourite music.