Today Canada's Rogers Wireless unveiled wireless video calling, turning your mobile handset into a webcam for face-to-face calling in real time with your friends, family and business associates.
Rogers is the first and only wireless carrier in North America to offer video calling, part of the Rogers VISION suite of services that allows customers on the go to enjoy the kind of hi-speed Internet and multimedia experience previously only possible on a PC.
To celebrate the launch of Rogers' wireless video calling, beloved Canadian actor, William Shatner, made the trek home to make the first official video call.
Canada's Rogers Wireless Unveils Wireless Video Calling
Rogers is the first and only wireless carrier in North America to offer video calling, part of the Rogers VISION suite of services that allows customers on the go to enjoy the kind of hi-speed Internet and multimedia experience previously only possible on a PC.
To celebrate the launch of Rogers' wireless video calling, beloved Canadian actor, William Shatner, made the trek home to make the first official video call.
Canada's Rogers Wireless Unveils Wireless Video Calling
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Monday, April 23, 2007, 04:14 PM
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( 3 / 20 )<b>Sales package:</b>
<li>Handset
<li>Battery
<li>Charger
<li>Wired stereo-headset with call answer key
<li>USB data cable
<li>CD with Mobile Phone Tools
<li>Memory card (size and availability vary by region, for Russia there is no memory card included)
<li>User Guide
Motorola is really getting into launching copycats of its own products – one shouldn’t go too far to get an example, as Motorola Z3 and the Z6 sported totally different software, albeit they possessed identical casings. Motorola K3 adopts the shapes and curves of the line-up’s first offering, specifically Motorola K1 KRZR, though due to its bigger external display looks somewhat different. It was interesting to see how my colleague, who had always been calm towards this company’s solution, got a sparkle in his eyes when he saw this particular device. At that the design of the K3 has remained almost the same, with the materials used being our only item on to-note list. If back in 2004 the company was setting off to apply metal in casings and expose its usage in every last way, then in 2006 they switched to mirror-like coatings, the combination of glass and plastic, like we saw it in the KRZR. The new trend for 2007 – metal disguised with chrome-plated surfaces and the attempts to get the products make a statement of their status with their looks alone. Remember Motorola Z6, as this handset perfectly fits into this concept – it has chrome finish on and looks like Nokia 8800. In many respects the efforts of the designers are aimed to deliver similar feel, set up a base for positioning in a more expensive market segment, where the models’ exteriors are properly finished.
The phone measures up at 103x42x16 mm and weighs in at 105 grams (which is 2 grams on top of the K1’s weight). These dimensions are comfortable enough to allow you to carry the handset in any way you like. On the fashion front, it everything but a runner-up when faced off against the previous offerings, even though it is not that flashy, it has some latent charm of its own. To me, the handset is more like exceptional, yet staid things. This handset will suit both a businessman and a fashion-conscious consumer. Whereas Motorola K1 reminds more of a Christmas-tree toy, the K3 doesn’t suffer from that and what’s more, benefits from this by being less smudge-prone.
Big outer display is getting to be another trait of Motorola-branded solutions; the impending models will sport even bigger size and resolution of their external screens (we are talking solely about prime products). The K3’s TFT-powered unit shows up to 65 K colors and boasts a resolution of 120x160 pixels (20x26 mm). While in standby mode, it falls into inversion mode, displaying only the clock, but when a call comes in, the screen comes back to life, showing a full-size picture, which is a really good thing. On the upside, the picture on the outer display looks good at the standby screen, even though the backlighting is not particularly bright (which helps to deal with direct sunlight, though only partly and on certain occasions). Generally speaking, for outdoors use this screen is competent enough, however in the sun it gets washed out after all. The display’s capabilities are used not to the limit, but this will be the next step for the developers. Unlike Cover UI found in Nokia-branded devices, where you can read messages and do a lot of other things without opening the phone, the K3’s display, offering resolution like this, can only put on caller ID and change profiles, without enabling you to read a message, although the resolution would be just right for that purpose.
On top of the display sits the lens of the 2 Mpix CMOS-camera. The left side retains the volume rocker, and right underneath – Smart-key. The user is at liberty to customize it and assign to Camera app or something else. While navigating through the menus, this key may double as OK-button or act in a different way, depending on the given menu item. On the right spine you will find Voice Command key standing for voice dial, voice commands in a standby mode and voice recorder activation during a call. The MiniUSB slot for plugging in charger or headset is also embedded in the side plate.
Flicking the KRZR open single-handedly is really easy. Flip-open, it measures 17.5 cm in length, which fits any man or woman, even with a large head. The earpiece is covered with a metal grill; the display’s edging matches the exterior inset color-wise. Right beneath the inner screen is the VGA-camera used for videoconferencing within 3G netwoks.
This display is no different from that found in Motorola K1 (its European edition, not the K1m) and offers a resolution of 240x320 pixels (31x41 mm, 2 inches) and shows up to 262 K colors. The screen’s quality is superb with its contrast and crisp picture, while relatively small diagonal makes all details appear very sharp. The display accommodates up to 6 text and 3 services lines. The K3 can be easily used in the sun, thanks to TFT technology its internal display employs.
The back cover has no gap, and hides the BT50 underneath, which is a 700 mAh Li-Ion battery. As the manufacturer claims the KRZR manages to provide talk and stand-by times of up to 6 and 300 hours respectively on a single full charge. In conditions of Moscow networks the device remained good for 2 days on average at 1 hour of calls, up to 20 minutes of the other functions use and 1 hour of music playback. There aren’t any more-capacious batteries available for the device. Anyway, it would be hard to squeeze something more out of the K3, as two days is a quite OK lifetime. It takes the handset 2 hours to charge from empty to full.Motorola Z3 GSM World phone latest phone to be released by Motorola
<li>Handset
<li>Battery
<li>Charger
<li>Wired stereo-headset with call answer key
<li>USB data cable
<li>CD with Mobile Phone Tools
<li>Memory card (size and availability vary by region, for Russia there is no memory card included)
<li>User Guide
Motorola is really getting into launching copycats of its own products – one shouldn’t go too far to get an example, as Motorola Z3 and the Z6 sported totally different software, albeit they possessed identical casings. Motorola K3 adopts the shapes and curves of the line-up’s first offering, specifically Motorola K1 KRZR, though due to its bigger external display looks somewhat different. It was interesting to see how my colleague, who had always been calm towards this company’s solution, got a sparkle in his eyes when he saw this particular device. At that the design of the K3 has remained almost the same, with the materials used being our only item on to-note list. If back in 2004 the company was setting off to apply metal in casings and expose its usage in every last way, then in 2006 they switched to mirror-like coatings, the combination of glass and plastic, like we saw it in the KRZR. The new trend for 2007 – metal disguised with chrome-plated surfaces and the attempts to get the products make a statement of their status with their looks alone. Remember Motorola Z6, as this handset perfectly fits into this concept – it has chrome finish on and looks like Nokia 8800. In many respects the efforts of the designers are aimed to deliver similar feel, set up a base for positioning in a more expensive market segment, where the models’ exteriors are properly finished.
The phone measures up at 103x42x16 mm and weighs in at 105 grams (which is 2 grams on top of the K1’s weight). These dimensions are comfortable enough to allow you to carry the handset in any way you like. On the fashion front, it everything but a runner-up when faced off against the previous offerings, even though it is not that flashy, it has some latent charm of its own. To me, the handset is more like exceptional, yet staid things. This handset will suit both a businessman and a fashion-conscious consumer. Whereas Motorola K1 reminds more of a Christmas-tree toy, the K3 doesn’t suffer from that and what’s more, benefits from this by being less smudge-prone.
Big outer display is getting to be another trait of Motorola-branded solutions; the impending models will sport even bigger size and resolution of their external screens (we are talking solely about prime products). The K3’s TFT-powered unit shows up to 65 K colors and boasts a resolution of 120x160 pixels (20x26 mm). While in standby mode, it falls into inversion mode, displaying only the clock, but when a call comes in, the screen comes back to life, showing a full-size picture, which is a really good thing. On the upside, the picture on the outer display looks good at the standby screen, even though the backlighting is not particularly bright (which helps to deal with direct sunlight, though only partly and on certain occasions). Generally speaking, for outdoors use this screen is competent enough, however in the sun it gets washed out after all. The display’s capabilities are used not to the limit, but this will be the next step for the developers. Unlike Cover UI found in Nokia-branded devices, where you can read messages and do a lot of other things without opening the phone, the K3’s display, offering resolution like this, can only put on caller ID and change profiles, without enabling you to read a message, although the resolution would be just right for that purpose.
On top of the display sits the lens of the 2 Mpix CMOS-camera. The left side retains the volume rocker, and right underneath – Smart-key. The user is at liberty to customize it and assign to Camera app or something else. While navigating through the menus, this key may double as OK-button or act in a different way, depending on the given menu item. On the right spine you will find Voice Command key standing for voice dial, voice commands in a standby mode and voice recorder activation during a call. The MiniUSB slot for plugging in charger or headset is also embedded in the side plate.
Flicking the KRZR open single-handedly is really easy. Flip-open, it measures 17.5 cm in length, which fits any man or woman, even with a large head. The earpiece is covered with a metal grill; the display’s edging matches the exterior inset color-wise. Right beneath the inner screen is the VGA-camera used for videoconferencing within 3G netwoks.
This display is no different from that found in Motorola K1 (its European edition, not the K1m) and offers a resolution of 240x320 pixels (31x41 mm, 2 inches) and shows up to 262 K colors. The screen’s quality is superb with its contrast and crisp picture, while relatively small diagonal makes all details appear very sharp. The display accommodates up to 6 text and 3 services lines. The K3 can be easily used in the sun, thanks to TFT technology its internal display employs.
The back cover has no gap, and hides the BT50 underneath, which is a 700 mAh Li-Ion battery. As the manufacturer claims the KRZR manages to provide talk and stand-by times of up to 6 and 300 hours respectively on a single full charge. In conditions of Moscow networks the device remained good for 2 days on average at 1 hour of calls, up to 20 minutes of the other functions use and 1 hour of music playback. There aren’t any more-capacious batteries available for the device. Anyway, it would be hard to squeeze something more out of the K3, as two days is a quite OK lifetime. It takes the handset 2 hours to charge from empty to full.Motorola Z3 GSM World phone latest phone to be released by Motorola
Monday, April 9, 2007, 02:16 PM
Posted on February 26, 2007 by BrianB
MotoRAZR is definitely the gold standard of fashion phones. AT&T Cingular has a chance of driving the point to their customers. The Gold V3xx will carry more than its weight in gold without being as expensive with the following specs:
1.3 MP camera
3G connectivity
Video recording playback and streaming
MP3 folder and Cingular Music Folder
Streaming news, sports, etc.
Instant messaging (AOL, Yahoo, Windows Live Messenger)
Bluetooth
MicroSD card slot
Speakerphone
The Gold V3xx is priced at only $99.99 with a two-year contract from Cingular.AT&T Cingular Offers Gold Standard RAZR V3xx
MotoRAZR is definitely the gold standard of fashion phones. AT&T Cingular has a chance of driving the point to their customers. The Gold V3xx will carry more than its weight in gold without being as expensive with the following specs:
1.3 MP camera
3G connectivity
Video recording playback and streaming
MP3 folder and Cingular Music Folder
Streaming news, sports, etc.
Instant messaging (AOL, Yahoo, Windows Live Messenger)
Bluetooth
MicroSD card slot
Speakerphone
The Gold V3xx is priced at only $99.99 with a two-year contract from Cingular.AT&T Cingular Offers Gold Standard RAZR V3xx
Thursday, March 1, 2007, 04:01 PM
Posted on February 27, 2007 by BrianB
Being multimedia devices are fast becoming the standard way we look at phones. This year, a new phone without a camera is rare news indeed. A mid-range phone without an MP3 player is even rarer. Chances are, phones of the future will be expected to carry just about everything, granted that they could keep their form factor, which isn’t all that hard for some manufacturers.
Which is why I was totally surprised to find this “sectional†concept multimedia device called Me-Mo. It solves the multimedia form factor non-problem by dividing the multi into modules, each becoming one device that can be attached to the others depending on the users needs. In other words, when you step out of the house you only carry what you need. But then how wuld you know you’ll need a camera, an MP3player or a QWERTY keyboard that day? It’s not like we all carry handbags.200 200
Being multimedia devices are fast becoming the standard way we look at phones. This year, a new phone without a camera is rare news indeed. A mid-range phone without an MP3 player is even rarer. Chances are, phones of the future will be expected to carry just about everything, granted that they could keep their form factor, which isn’t all that hard for some manufacturers.
Which is why I was totally surprised to find this “sectional†concept multimedia device called Me-Mo. It solves the multimedia form factor non-problem by dividing the multi into modules, each becoming one device that can be attached to the others depending on the users needs. In other words, when you step out of the house you only carry what you need. But then how wuld you know you’ll need a camera, an MP3player or a QWERTY keyboard that day? It’s not like we all carry handbags.200 200
Thursday, March 1, 2007, 03:54 PM
Forget rockets. All you need to launch a satellite is a sled and a giant magnetic slingshot
By Stephen Handelman | December 2006
Astronauts are trained to withstand as much as nine times the force of gravity. (Three Gs, by comparison, could make the average guy pass out.) But even the toughest among them fall out of the running when it comes to a launch concept from a small civilian company in Goleta, California. To survive the ride on Launchpoint Technologies’s invention, the payload has to be able to survive a brain-splattering 10,000 Gs.
The design calls for a high-speed accelerator that whips a projectile as heavy as 220 pounds around a circular 1.5-mile-radius vacuum tunnel. Powerful electromagnetic motors inside the tunnel will accelerate the unit, strapped to a magnetic sled, in circles until it reaches a velocity of six miles per second and then will eject the projectile from a launch ramp into space.
The system is still just an idea on paper, but the U.S. Air Force has awarded Launchpoint a two-year, $500,000 grant to prove it can work. Project leader Jim Fiske, an expert in magnetic levitation, believes that the magnetic forces would counteract the pulverizing G-forces generated by radial acceleration and prevent the sled from touching the tunnel wall.
As for the system’s cost, its low power requirements would allow spy micro-satellites to be slung into orbit for $50,000, a small fraction of the current $5-million launch cost. That explains the Air Force’s interest, but the system could also be a boon for space exploration. An inexpensive magnet-propelled pipeline could toss construction materials, food and other basic resources into orbit to supply tomorrow’s space colonies. “You could send a block of aluminum, water or even frozen mashed potatoes,†Fiske suggests—anything durable enough to handle the stress.
Fiske says a demonstration device could be ready in four years and will probably be located on a dry lake bed at the Department of Energy’s Nevada Test Site. But future launch rings, he adds, could sit near mountain ranges or even float on the ocean.
How It Works
The Sled: The projectile is encased in a protective polycarbonate sabot and attached to a magnetic sled with a Kevlar sheet. When the sled reaches launch speed, a laser slices through the sheet, freeing the projectile to enter the launch ramp.
The Launch: The projectile contains a small rocket engine and avionics that enable it to steer itself into orbit once it escapes Earth’s atmosphere.
The Track: Magnetic motors above and below the vacuum tube create a magnetic field that accelerates the sled to six miles per second.
By Stephen Handelman | December 2006
Astronauts are trained to withstand as much as nine times the force of gravity. (Three Gs, by comparison, could make the average guy pass out.) But even the toughest among them fall out of the running when it comes to a launch concept from a small civilian company in Goleta, California. To survive the ride on Launchpoint Technologies’s invention, the payload has to be able to survive a brain-splattering 10,000 Gs.
The design calls for a high-speed accelerator that whips a projectile as heavy as 220 pounds around a circular 1.5-mile-radius vacuum tunnel. Powerful electromagnetic motors inside the tunnel will accelerate the unit, strapped to a magnetic sled, in circles until it reaches a velocity of six miles per second and then will eject the projectile from a launch ramp into space.
The system is still just an idea on paper, but the U.S. Air Force has awarded Launchpoint a two-year, $500,000 grant to prove it can work. Project leader Jim Fiske, an expert in magnetic levitation, believes that the magnetic forces would counteract the pulverizing G-forces generated by radial acceleration and prevent the sled from touching the tunnel wall.
As for the system’s cost, its low power requirements would allow spy micro-satellites to be slung into orbit for $50,000, a small fraction of the current $5-million launch cost. That explains the Air Force’s interest, but the system could also be a boon for space exploration. An inexpensive magnet-propelled pipeline could toss construction materials, food and other basic resources into orbit to supply tomorrow’s space colonies. “You could send a block of aluminum, water or even frozen mashed potatoes,†Fiske suggests—anything durable enough to handle the stress.
Fiske says a demonstration device could be ready in four years and will probably be located on a dry lake bed at the Department of Energy’s Nevada Test Site. But future launch rings, he adds, could sit near mountain ranges or even float on the ocean.
How It Works
The Sled: The projectile is encased in a protective polycarbonate sabot and attached to a magnetic sled with a Kevlar sheet. When the sled reaches launch speed, a laser slices through the sheet, freeing the projectile to enter the launch ramp.
The Launch: The projectile contains a small rocket engine and avionics that enable it to steer itself into orbit once it escapes Earth’s atmosphere.
The Track: Magnetic motors above and below the vacuum tube create a magnetic field that accelerates the sled to six miles per second.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007, 04:52 PM
January 17, 2007
The industry recently reached the sale of a Billion Bluetooth enabled devices. According to the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), this is more than the number of PC users in the world and about the same as the number of mobile phones shipped in 2006. Bluetooth device shipments increased from 5 to 12 million per week in the last 18 months. This is almost 20 new Bluetooth devices shipped per second (OK... I know, before someone posts a comment correcting me, the math works to 19.84126984). By 2010, the Bluetooth SIG expects over 2 billion Bluetooth enabled devices to be shipped per year! To put that into perspective, the industry considers a successful consumer electronics product to be one that ships at least 10 million devices.
Why is all this significant? It shows that in consumer electronics when a technology is driven as an open standard, it results in fast adoption across a wide range of devices and geographies to benefit many industries. In addition, an open standard allows the entire industry to innovate for the benefit of the end user. It is interesting that the Bluetooth SIG now has 7000 member companies, while it started in 1998 with nine promoters. Makes me wonder, is this the cause or effect of making a technology an open standard?
For a simple explanation, Bluetooth wireless technology is a low power, short-range radio operating in the unlicensed industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) band at 2.4 - 2.485 GHz for personal area networks. Using this protocol, devices can communicate with each other when in range, even if they are "non-line-of-sight", meaning in different rooms, inside briefcases, handbags etc. as long as the radio transmission is strong enough. The range varies from 1-100 meters depending on the power class. It occupies an important spot in the wireless world compared to other technologies like wireless USB, Wi-Fi etc.
The most common application is in wireless headsets for mobile phones and in-car hands-free operation. Motorola is a leader in this space. However, there are many other interesting applications, from accessing your car's diagnostics to free Christina Aguilera ringtones.
Interestingly, the technology gets its name from a 10th century King of Denmark and Norway, Harald Bluetooth Gormson! Here are few other "fun facts":
• The Andretti Green Racing team stays connected while racing using Motorola Bluetooth devices
• Analysts predict that by the year 2012 one-third of all new cars will have built-in Bluetooth connections
• Bluetooth enabled medical equipment is being employed by an increasing number of hospitals around the world, in an effort to enhance patient care
• You can view digital pictures on your TV or send them to a printer from your mobile phone or laptop
• Multi-point pairing enables you to simultaneously connect two Bluetooth enabled devices (e.g. a phone can be connected to both a PC & a pair of headphones)
So what's ahead with this technology? A better Bluetooth wireless experience as the number of devices increases. Some of the key developments include; expansion of capabilities with the integration of Ultra-wide-band (UWB) for high data rates, and Wibree for extremely low power devices. Another area would be to make the device pairing very intuitive. We can also make it the technology implementation more interoperable across various vendors.
It is thought provoking to think about the possibilities when there are billions of mobile devices that can connect to billions of companion devices. It is empowering to envision a world of things talking to things.
The industry recently reached the sale of a Billion Bluetooth enabled devices. According to the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), this is more than the number of PC users in the world and about the same as the number of mobile phones shipped in 2006. Bluetooth device shipments increased from 5 to 12 million per week in the last 18 months. This is almost 20 new Bluetooth devices shipped per second (OK... I know, before someone posts a comment correcting me, the math works to 19.84126984). By 2010, the Bluetooth SIG expects over 2 billion Bluetooth enabled devices to be shipped per year! To put that into perspective, the industry considers a successful consumer electronics product to be one that ships at least 10 million devices.
Why is all this significant? It shows that in consumer electronics when a technology is driven as an open standard, it results in fast adoption across a wide range of devices and geographies to benefit many industries. In addition, an open standard allows the entire industry to innovate for the benefit of the end user. It is interesting that the Bluetooth SIG now has 7000 member companies, while it started in 1998 with nine promoters. Makes me wonder, is this the cause or effect of making a technology an open standard?
For a simple explanation, Bluetooth wireless technology is a low power, short-range radio operating in the unlicensed industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) band at 2.4 - 2.485 GHz for personal area networks. Using this protocol, devices can communicate with each other when in range, even if they are "non-line-of-sight", meaning in different rooms, inside briefcases, handbags etc. as long as the radio transmission is strong enough. The range varies from 1-100 meters depending on the power class. It occupies an important spot in the wireless world compared to other technologies like wireless USB, Wi-Fi etc.
The most common application is in wireless headsets for mobile phones and in-car hands-free operation. Motorola is a leader in this space. However, there are many other interesting applications, from accessing your car's diagnostics to free Christina Aguilera ringtones.
Interestingly, the technology gets its name from a 10th century King of Denmark and Norway, Harald Bluetooth Gormson! Here are few other "fun facts":
• The Andretti Green Racing team stays connected while racing using Motorola Bluetooth devices
• Analysts predict that by the year 2012 one-third of all new cars will have built-in Bluetooth connections
• Bluetooth enabled medical equipment is being employed by an increasing number of hospitals around the world, in an effort to enhance patient care
• You can view digital pictures on your TV or send them to a printer from your mobile phone or laptop
• Multi-point pairing enables you to simultaneously connect two Bluetooth enabled devices (e.g. a phone can be connected to both a PC & a pair of headphones)
So what's ahead with this technology? A better Bluetooth wireless experience as the number of devices increases. Some of the key developments include; expansion of capabilities with the integration of Ultra-wide-band (UWB) for high data rates, and Wibree for extremely low power devices. Another area would be to make the device pairing very intuitive. We can also make it the technology implementation more interoperable across various vendors.
It is thought provoking to think about the possibilities when there are billions of mobile devices that can connect to billions of companion devices. It is empowering to envision a world of things talking to things.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007, 04:34 PM
Nokia Open Studio 2006, New York, US - Nokia today introduced the Nokia N95, an all-in-one multimedia computer with a pioneering 2-way slide concept, integrated GPS functionality, a 5 megapixel camera and support for high-speed mobile networks, making it easier to watch and record videos, listen to songs, take high-quality photos, browse the internet, or catch up on email while on the move.
"The Nokia N95 brings a range of multimedia ingredients together, such as a fantastic display, outstanding photo and video capability and high-speed connectivity, making it the ultimate multimedia computer," said Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Multimedia, Nokia. "This single device - which fits easily in your pocket - can replace stand-alone devices that you no longer need, whether it's your music player, your digital camera, PDA or navigation device. Most importantly, the Nokia N95 is with you and connected when you want to use it."
The innovative 2-way slide concept makes it easy to switch between different modes, going from reading maps to watching a video with a simple slide. A numeric keypad slides out from one end of the device while dedicated media keys slide out from the opposite direction, converting the display into full screen landscape mode. With powerful 3D graphics, the Nokia N95 has a stunning user interface that makes it intuitive to find the features and services you want.
With its integrated GPS at your fingertips, finding your way just got easier. The Maps application includes maps for more than 100 countries, enabling users to explore the world, find specific routes or locate services such as restaurants and hotels and covering more than 15 million points of interest. You can also purchase additional features, such as city guides and voice guided navigation.
With the Carl Zeiss optics on the 5 megapixel camera, you can capture print quality photos and DVD-like quality video clips. Photos and video clips can be enjoyed on a compatible television thanks to the device's TV out feature and support for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology.
Designed for High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) networks and with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks, the Nokia N95 provides excellent coverage and speeds wherever you may be. In HSDPA networks, browsing the internet, reading email, streaming video and downloading large files can be carried out up to 10 times faster than with 3G.
The Nokia N95 also offers a first class entertainment experience with the combination of a large 2.6" QVGA 16 million color display, impressive 3D graphics, built-in stereo speakers offering a 3D stereo effect, standard 3.5 mm audio jack, support for compatible microSD cards and mini USB for convenient data transfer. Browsing the internet on the Nokia N95 is a pleasure using the Nokia Web Browser with Mini Map, with new features such as a floating toolbar, password manager and auto complete, as well as web feeds with support for Atom and auto update.
The Nokia N95 is based on the world's leading S60 software on Symbian OS, enabling you to personalize your device from a wide choice of compatible applications that can be downloaded to the Nokia N95, including games, navigation, entertainment, productivity and creativity. The Nokia N95 comes out of the box ready to create, connect, consume and interact with some of the internet's most popular services. Use Yahoo! Search to search for and find most anything on the web, scroll though a book with Amazon's MobiPocket Reader or snap a photo and send it directly to your Flickr site.
The Nokia N95 is expected to start shipping in volumes during the first quarter of 2007 at an estimated unsubsidized retail price of 550 euros.
Notes to editors
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a high capacity 3G technology that can increase the data speeds when using advanced data services from 384 kbps with current WCDMA. In the first phases, HSDPA users can initially expect average data speeds of 1-2 Mbps, which in subsequent phases is expected to increase to over 10 Mbps. The increased spectral and hardware efficiency that HSDPA delivers can bring lower costs to operators. There are currently approximately 60 commercial HSDPA networks in the world.
Photos and videos of the Nokia N95 can be found at http://www.nokia.com/press/openstudio2006
About Nokia Nseries
Nokia Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia computers that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, on the go at any time.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
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"The Nokia N95 brings a range of multimedia ingredients together, such as a fantastic display, outstanding photo and video capability and high-speed connectivity, making it the ultimate multimedia computer," said Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Multimedia, Nokia. "This single device - which fits easily in your pocket - can replace stand-alone devices that you no longer need, whether it's your music player, your digital camera, PDA or navigation device. Most importantly, the Nokia N95 is with you and connected when you want to use it."
The innovative 2-way slide concept makes it easy to switch between different modes, going from reading maps to watching a video with a simple slide. A numeric keypad slides out from one end of the device while dedicated media keys slide out from the opposite direction, converting the display into full screen landscape mode. With powerful 3D graphics, the Nokia N95 has a stunning user interface that makes it intuitive to find the features and services you want.
With its integrated GPS at your fingertips, finding your way just got easier. The Maps application includes maps for more than 100 countries, enabling users to explore the world, find specific routes or locate services such as restaurants and hotels and covering more than 15 million points of interest. You can also purchase additional features, such as city guides and voice guided navigation.
With the Carl Zeiss optics on the 5 megapixel camera, you can capture print quality photos and DVD-like quality video clips. Photos and video clips can be enjoyed on a compatible television thanks to the device's TV out feature and support for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology.
Designed for High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) networks and with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks, the Nokia N95 provides excellent coverage and speeds wherever you may be. In HSDPA networks, browsing the internet, reading email, streaming video and downloading large files can be carried out up to 10 times faster than with 3G.
The Nokia N95 also offers a first class entertainment experience with the combination of a large 2.6" QVGA 16 million color display, impressive 3D graphics, built-in stereo speakers offering a 3D stereo effect, standard 3.5 mm audio jack, support for compatible microSD cards and mini USB for convenient data transfer. Browsing the internet on the Nokia N95 is a pleasure using the Nokia Web Browser with Mini Map, with new features such as a floating toolbar, password manager and auto complete, as well as web feeds with support for Atom and auto update.
The Nokia N95 is based on the world's leading S60 software on Symbian OS, enabling you to personalize your device from a wide choice of compatible applications that can be downloaded to the Nokia N95, including games, navigation, entertainment, productivity and creativity. The Nokia N95 comes out of the box ready to create, connect, consume and interact with some of the internet's most popular services. Use Yahoo! Search to search for and find most anything on the web, scroll though a book with Amazon's MobiPocket Reader or snap a photo and send it directly to your Flickr site.
The Nokia N95 is expected to start shipping in volumes during the first quarter of 2007 at an estimated unsubsidized retail price of 550 euros.
Notes to editors
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a high capacity 3G technology that can increase the data speeds when using advanced data services from 384 kbps with current WCDMA. In the first phases, HSDPA users can initially expect average data speeds of 1-2 Mbps, which in subsequent phases is expected to increase to over 10 Mbps. The increased spectral and hardware efficiency that HSDPA delivers can bring lower costs to operators. There are currently approximately 60 commercial HSDPA networks in the world.
Photos and videos of the Nokia N95 can be found at http://www.nokia.com/press/openstudio2006
About Nokia Nseries
Nokia Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia computers that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, on the go at any time.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
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Please visit the Open Studio 2006 website for more information and press photos: http://www.nokia.com/press/openstudio2006
Tuesday, February 20, 2007, 04:30 PM
3GSM, Barcelona – 14 February 2007 – Sony Ericsson is delighted to announce that its K800 Cyber-shot™ camera phone has been awarded Best 3GSM Handset at the GSM Association’s Global Mobile Awards 2007. Launched last year, the K800 is the first Sony Ericsson Cyber-shot camera phone, a brand that created a new lifestyle of mobile communication by combining a performance 3.2 Megapixel camera for quality image capture and a 3G mobile handset for fast and easy transfer and sharing of those images.
Anders Runevad, Corporate Executive Vice President and Head of Sales, Sony Ericsson said “Our Cyber-shot portfolio has made true mobile imaging a reality for millions of people and we are very proud that the industry has endorsed our achievements with such a prestigious accolade.â€
Since Cyber-shot camera phones were introduced in 2006, more than 4.5 million handsets have been sold worldwide. The K800 was also put to use by the world’s greatest secret agent in last year’s James Bond movie, Casino Royale. The Cyber-shot camera phone range has now been extended to include the K810, K818, K550 and the K550im - the first Cyber-shot phone to support i-mode™.
Note to editors:
Sony Ericsson won the Best Mobile Handset award from the GSM Association in 2004 and Best 3GSM handset in 2005.
“Cyber-Shot†and “cyber-shot†logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications serves the global communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories and PC-cards. Established as a joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in 2001, with global corporate functions located in London, the company employs over 7,500 people worldwide, including R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China and America. Sony Ericsson celebrated the 5th anniversary of the start of the joint venture on 1st October, 2006.
Sony Ericsson is the global title sponsor of the Women's Tennis Association, and works with the Association to promote the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour in over 80 cities during the year.
For more information on Sony Ericsson, please visit www.sonyericsson.com
Anders Runevad, Corporate Executive Vice President and Head of Sales, Sony Ericsson said “Our Cyber-shot portfolio has made true mobile imaging a reality for millions of people and we are very proud that the industry has endorsed our achievements with such a prestigious accolade.â€
Since Cyber-shot camera phones were introduced in 2006, more than 4.5 million handsets have been sold worldwide. The K800 was also put to use by the world’s greatest secret agent in last year’s James Bond movie, Casino Royale. The Cyber-shot camera phone range has now been extended to include the K810, K818, K550 and the K550im - the first Cyber-shot phone to support i-mode™.
Note to editors:
Sony Ericsson won the Best Mobile Handset award from the GSM Association in 2004 and Best 3GSM handset in 2005.
“Cyber-Shot†and “cyber-shot†logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications serves the global communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories and PC-cards. Established as a joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in 2001, with global corporate functions located in London, the company employs over 7,500 people worldwide, including R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China and America. Sony Ericsson celebrated the 5th anniversary of the start of the joint venture on 1st October, 2006.
Sony Ericsson is the global title sponsor of the Women's Tennis Association, and works with the Association to promote the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour in over 80 cities during the year.
For more information on Sony Ericsson, please visit www.sonyericsson.com
Tuesday, February 20, 2007, 04:13 PM
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