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Battle of the operating systems
Posted: 21 November 2008
There are now a number of operating systems (OS) available to those with mobile phones and one expert says they all have something different to offer.
A spokesman for UK Web Media, an online marketing company specialising in pay-per-click management, said this week there is now much more to choose from than just one standard OS.
Karl Sharpe, mobile phones expert for the group, said that although Nokia's Symbian had "led the way" with its version 9.5, Research In Motion's OS for BlackBerry had proved systems could be "incredibly easy to use".
He added the Apple iPhone 3G's OS was a consumer favourite, but said there were some issues to consider when using iTunes and s ...
LG Prada II officially launched
Posted: 21 November 2008
The follow up to the original LG Prada has been announced by the South Korean manufacturer this week.
LG's KF900, which also goes by the name Prada II, is expected to be available later this month and the company claims that by teaming up once again with the "world's leading fashion brand" it has a very desirable handset on offer.
In addition to its sleek black exterior styling and designer branding, the Prada II will be equipped with 3G HSDPA connectivity of up to 7.2 mbps as well as a five-megapixel camera.
Also onboard is support for DivX video playback and, with Wi-Fi connectivity and a range of exclusive Prada ringtones, wallpapers and video clips, the phone could be a gr ...
New app means no excuses for forgetful iPhone users
Posted: 21 November 2008
A new set of applications for the Apple iPhone 3G aims to help users remember tricky dates and celebrations.
SplashData has announced the launch of Holidays and Birthdays which it hopes will help save the embarrassment of forgetting important events, anniversaries and appointments.
The company's Holiday software comes pre-loaded with a whole list of international calendar dates meaning that once the Apple iPhone 3G user has selected the right country it is ready to use.
"Lists may be customised by adding or deleting holidays," SplashData says in a statement to accompany the launch. "Seinfeld fans may wish to add Festivus to the list of December holidays."
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Pixon 'tops the eight-megapixel monsters'
Posted: 21 November 2008
The latest eight-megapixel cameraphone may be one of the best around, according to one expert.
In an article posted on the Trusted Reviews website, Sandra Vogel looks at the new Samsung Pixon and states that hot on the heels of the Tocco, the phone has a lot to contend with.
She states the Pixon, which also goes by the name of the M8800, also follows similarly photography-focused handsets including the Samsung i8510 Innov8 and LG KC910 Renoir, both of which have previously been recommended by the site.
The Samsung Pixon is similar in its design to the Omnia i900 and Tocco F480, Ms Vogel notes, adding that in addition to its camera facilities, it offers microSD support, a 3.5mm jack, FM ...
Fashion phone users 'can now accessorise'
Posted: 21 November 2008
LG Electronics has added to its fashion-focused range of designer mobile phones with an innovative new accessory.
The South Korean manufacturer is launching The Prada Link, also known as the LG LBA-T950, a wrist accessory that accompanies the LG KF900 - also branded with the Prada name.
Connectable via Bluetooth, the Link wirelessly synchronises with the mobile phones to offer vibrating alerts to incoming calls and text messages and shows caller ID and alarm notifications.
The idea behind the wrist accessory is to allow Prada phone users to monitor their mobile phones "without having to take the handset out of the bag or pocket", with an extra security feature alerting users w ...
Exclusive pre-Christmas contracts from Vodafone
Posted: 21 November 2008
Vodafone has unveiled the exclusive handsets involved in its latest line of special offer contracts.
The network, which counts the new BlackBerry Storm among its 16 exclusive mobile phones, has announced a range of handsets that will be available to pay monthly users in time for Christmas.
In addition to the Storm, Vodafone users could take advantage of a host of other models including the Nokia 6210, N96 16GB, and 6124 Classic.
Sony Ericsson will be represented in the range by the 595 Walkman phone, which is a music-focussed handset available in an exclusive in black and red finish, as well as the 8.1-megapixel Sony Ericsson C905 and the new X1.
Ian Shepherd, consumer director ...
Social networking 'becoming more specialised'
Posted: 20 November 2008
The popularity of social networking has forced sites to become more sophisticated, according to one expert.
As more people make use of their mobile phones and mobile broadband connections to log on and chat to others, a spokesman for Where Are You Now said the sector is becoming more tailored to consumers needs.
Ian Rumgay, European communications manager for the social networking site, said that one particular area where this is happening is in travel and tourism.
"You can get in contact with people that you have travelled with before or who might have similar interests to you," he said. "You can also meet up with people all before you even get on the flight."
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Vodafone prepay range targets Christmas shoppers
Posted: 20 November 2008
Consumers shopping for new mobile phones as gifts may be interested in the new pay-as-you-go range from Vodafone.
It has emerged that the network will launch a selection of packages ahead of the festive period designed to tempt those shopping for a new handset and these should be suited to most budgets.
For £30, buyers will be able to get hold of the Vodafone 527 Rainbow and for those with a little more cash to spare the Sony Ericsson K770i can be bought for £80 when purchased with £20 credit.
Other prepay deals include the Sony Ericsson W350 in an exclusive black and purple finish at £60 and the manufacturer's W910i Havana Gold at £100.
Samsung are rep ...
Portable audio 'could replace guided tours'
Posted: 20 November 2008
With more features being integrated into mobile phones such as the Apple iPhone 3G, one expert has suggested such portable technology is proving popular.
A spokeswoman for Quietvox, a company which specialises in wireless audio solutions, said that portable devices are likely to replace more traditional umbrella guided tours.
Sabrina Gallone, who represents the company in the North, Central and Latin American territories, said that consumers like to have more control over their tourist experience - and personal handsets provide this.
"You can raise the volume [and] lower the volume - some people might have a problem with hearing and need to raise the volume," she said.
LG Prada phone gets handy new wrist accessory
Posted: 19 November 2008
The new LG Prada phone - also known as the KF900 - is to get a unique wrist accessory which is sure to make it even more attractive to style-lovers.
Called the Prada Link, the accessory wirelessly synchronises with the catwalk handset through the use of Bluetooth technology.
Link wearers will not have to fumble around and take their phone out of their handbag or pocket as the wrist device will let users know through sound or vibration about incoming calls, text messages and caller ID.
It is much more than just a pretty device, the manufacturer says, because a security feature on the Link will let users know when the handset moves out of range.
The Link's makers believe that th ...
