Leaked Image of T-Mobile Roadmap Shows Exciting Things for the Future
If you’re fond of your wireless carrier, which we’re sure most of you are by now, then seeing a roadmap of what’s to come should be pretty exciting. Unless, of course, you just signed a new, two-year agreement and you’re going to be pining for a handset that you didn’t see coming a little sooner. Either way, this roadmap should be plenty exciting for most T-Mobile customers out there, because there’s plenty here to be excited about.
As you can see, even if it is a bit blurry, the main bar in the middle shows us the months, leading all the way up to December, while the dots on either side of that main line show us where handsets are set to debut on the Magenta carrier. For example, we already know the Samsung Vibrant is set to launch on July 21st, and this blurry image of goodness confirms that for us (again). The Motorola Charm, which was just announced today, is also set to launch on the 21st of July, so that’s pretty interesting. (Also worth noting, is that it looks like the Charm is getting a software update in September.) However, it gets a bit more interesting when you see that the Motorola CLIQ and CLIQ XT are on that list, right there in August. Which, for all intents and purposes, could mean that they’ll be getting updated to Android 2.1 around that time.
Other handsets of note are the HTC Vanguard, Shubert, and Emerald. The Vanguard is a handset we haven’t heard of before, and that’s supposedly scheduled to break cover this September. While the Shubert is listed for a November 17th launch, we’re not sure if that’s one we’re looking forward to or not (yes, just by the name. What? We judge our books by the cover, too.) And, then there’s that HTC Emerald, which alludes to that whole Project Emerald thing we talked about in the past.
HTC Wildfire is Rooted, Not Ready for the Public
Whether or not you were blown away by the HTC Wildfire, doesn’t mean that it shouldn’t get it its time in the limelight. So, here it is, front and center. Considering the power behind the rooting process, the Wildfire didn’t stand much of a chance. Thanks to the treatment from legendary developers courtesy of hacker extraordinare and MoDaCo founder Paul O’Brien.
Unfortunately, the rooting process hasn’t been handed out to folks quite yet, as the pair are still working out the bugs before they launch it for the masses. But, if you’ve got the Wildfire and you’re waiting, just waiting a little bit longer isn’t a big deal, right? At least it will be worth it.
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Lenovo P90W Dual-SIM Cell Phone
The Lenovo P90W is a dual-SIM handset that boasts a 3-inch display screen with a WQVGA resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, a 3.2-megapixel camera and a microSD card slot for storage expansion. The cell phone also supports GSM/ UMTS networks and Bluetooth connectivity. This clamshell phone can flip both vertically and horizontally, which can use a keypad (dialing numbers) or a QWERTY keyboard for text entry.
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iOS Lags Behind Android in Javascript Performance
The iPad is a web browsing powerhouse. The combination of great hardware and great software has made the iPad a run-away success. We’ve already talked about how iPad web usage has rocketed past Android in only 90 days, but everything is not a bowl of cherries for iOS based devices.
Ars Technica just tested the latest version of Android (Froyo) to see how much web browsing experience has improved with its new Just In Time Javascript compiler. They pitted a Nexus One against a new iPhone 4 and found that Android 2.2 smoked iOS in Javascript performance. The tests revealed a 200-300% speed improvement for browser based Javascript execution on the Nexus versus the iPhone.
A good web experience is made up of several pieces and Javascript performance is only one of many elements. Apple has managed to combine and balance all these elements to deliver a web experience that users enjoy. If Apple wants to maintain its market lead, it will need to continue to innovate and drive new performance and feature enhancements.
Something tells us that the folks at Apple will rise to the challenge set by the Android camp. Competition is always a great thing for consumers!
Samsung Galaxy Naos And Galaxy Teos
Two Samsung i5800 (Galaxy 3) variants have been unveiled in France. Dubbed as the Samsung Galaxy Naos and Galaxy Teos, both Android 2.1-powered handsets come with similar specs such as a a 667MHz processor, a 3.2-inch WQVGA (240 x 400) capacitive touchscreen with Samsung’s TouchWiz interface, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, HSDPA, a microSD card slot, a 3-megapixel camera, aGPS and a 1500mAh battery. Available in black or white, the Samsung Galaxy Naos will be released via Orange France, while the Samsung Galaxy Teos is headed to other operators. Stay tuned for more updates. [ Le Journal du Geek ] View full post on Upcoming Cell Phones | TechFresh.net
Motorola CHARM gets official: hits T-Mobile USA this summer
After a number of leaks, Motorola has officially announced its latest Android smartphone, the Motorola CHARM . Headed to the US exclusively to T-Mobile, the CHARM is a full-QWERTY candybar running Android 2.1 with Motorola’s own MOTOBLUR social networking integration. Above the QWERTY thumbboard is a 2.8-inch touchscreen, while on the back is a 3-megapixel camera that’s paired with Kodak “Perfect Touch” processing technology. There’s also a trackpad on the rear of the CHARM, used for navigation as on the Motorola BACKFLIP . All the usual Android apps are in place – together with Android Market access – and there’s CrystalTalk noise processing. No word on pricing, but the Motorola CHARM will drop on T-Mobile USA this coming summer. Press Release: Motorola Announces its Newest Device with MOTOBLUR™: Motorola CHARM™ Exclusively for T-Mobile USA, Motorola CHARM packs smartphone features and social graces into a pocketable design with Android™ 2.1 and MOTOBLURTM enhancements July 07, 2010 Libertyville, Ill. — July 7, 2010 —Motorola (NYSE: MOT) today announced the upcoming availability of Motorola CHARM™, a touch screen smartphone that packs a social networking punch with Android™ 2.1, MOTOBLURTM enhancements, a compact design and a BACKTRACK™ feature that makes screen navigation even more intuitive. Motorola CHARM is expected to be available this summer exclusively in the U.S. for customers of T-Mobile USA, Inc. “Motorola strives to provide an increased customizable user experience, which is enabled by our latest enhancements to MOTOBLUR and featured on the new Motorola CHARM,” said Jean Pierre Le Cannellier, vice president, Americas Marketing, Motorola Mobile Devices. “Combine that with a compact design, easy handling and all the features you would expect from a smartphone, and we believe that CHARM with MOTOBLUR adds the social ability and workability consumers are looking for.” Motorola CHARM provides consumers all the features of a smartphone with the intuitive navigation of a 2.8 inch touch screen – all in a compact, pocketable design that makes messaging a snap using the combination of a full QWERTY keyboard and touch screen. The BACKTRACK navigation pad, located on the back of the smartphone directly behind the home screen, is similar to a laptop touch panel and enables an unobstructed view of the Web, texts, e-mails and news feeds. Plus, with Android 2.1 and enhanced MOTOBLUR features, CHARM offers new customization and filtering options. “Being social with friends and family comes naturally for T-Mobile customers, and we think mobilizing their social experiences should be effortless,” said Saj Sahay, director of product management, T-Mobile USA. “With the new Motorola CHARM and enhancements to the Android and MOTOBLUR experience, we’re bringing more social skills to our broad portfolio of Android-powered smartphones.” Motorola CHARM will be the first device in the U.S. to feature an enhanced version of MOTOBLUR built on Android 2.1, which syncs contacts, posts, messages, photos and much more in easy to manage streams — from sources such as Facebook®, MySpace, Twitter™, Gmail™, work and personal e-mail. MOTOBLUR now allows for even greater customization, providing users more options to follow who and what really matters. MOTOBLUR filters can be selected from a single social networking account, contacts, group or messaging account so that users can select only the information they want to stream live to the Happenings and Messages widgets. Users can move and resize pre-loaded home screen widgets to personalize up to seven home screen panels for an even more custom experience. Lastly, consumers can manage their phone’s battery consumption by selecting different power modes to conserve battery. Contacts in MOTOBLUR are automatically synced to the phone from personal and work e-mail and social network accounts. MOTOBLUR will continue to provide convenience and peace of mind, as lost devices can be located from a secure personal information portal and even remotely erased if necessary. In addition, one user name and password brings back contacts, messages and connectivity to previously configured networks and e-mail providers. Last, but not least, Moto Phone Portal enables you to access and manage your phone’s data from any browser through a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Edit content and view important phone information while at home or on-the-go. Leave pictures on a friend’s PC, share a video at the local Internet café or share a presentation during an important business meeting. Additional features on Motorola CHARM include: Adobe® Flash® enabled Web browsing experience to view most of today’s content-rich sites Full suite of Google™ services including: Google Search™, Google Maps™, Gmail™ and access to thousands of apps on Android Market™ Pinch to zoom functionality and two-finger swipe to easily surf the Web and sort through photos Capture sharp photos with a 3MP camera and KODAK PERFECT TOUCH technology for better, brighter pictures One-touch social media uploads to Facebook®, MySpace, PicasaTM and PhotoBucket® CrystalTalkTM PLUS for enhanced audio and call quality with a second microphone for increased voice quality while filtering out background noise Corporate email pushed immediately to the device for instant inbox updates Availability Motorola CHARM with MOTOBLUR is expected to be available exclusively to T-Mobile USA customers this summer. For more information on Motorola CHARM with MOTOBLUR, please visit here. 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Blacklight: Tango Down Coming To Xbox Live Tomorrow
Ignition Entertainment has made a new announcement today that their upcoming online multiplayer first person shooter video game ‘Blacklight: Tango Down’ will be coming to Xbox Live Arcade tomorrow, July 7. This downloadable title promises to offer you an “exhilarating” multiplayer experience with twelve maps, seven game types, four co-op missions and “trillions of weapon combinations”. The game itself will set you back 1200 Microsoft Points. [ScrawlFX]
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Stuart Hughes rolls out Diamond Edition of the iPhone 4
Ah, the iPhone 4. A source of inspiration when you think about the design, but it is rather unfortunate that its strength is also a curse due to the reception issues which the phone is currently going through with no official fix just yet. Despite its highly desirable form factor, Stuart Hughes decided to up the ante by making the iPhone 4 all the more delicious using his usual modus operandi – decorating it with a slew of diamonds. Yup, you read that right, the surrounding frame is encrusted with circa 6.5cts of top quality VVS , color ‘F’ diamonds, where they have been individually set to sparkle and dazzle away each time you pull out the iPhone 4 from your pocket. Its rear section will house beautiful solid platinum as well as a diamond-enhanced Apple logo, bringing the total weight of diamonds to 6.5 carats just in case you’re one who loves to brag. It goes without saying that this model comes with 32GB of internal memory, solving the antenna issue at the same time simply because of all the diamonds all over. The handset is already factory unlocked for it to be ready for use across the globe, where you can complement it further with a luxurious hand finished wallet made from a real ostrich foot. This limited edition currently stands at 50 units worldwide, retailing for a cool $20,000 each.
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