Archive for the ‘Mobile Phones’ Category
If you’ve read our reviews of both the Buddy and the Disco, you already know that we’re big fans of SuperTooth–and why wouldn’t we be? SuperTooth pretty much pioneered the Bluetooth speaker category, and their combination of performance, design and value is pretty hard to match. Their latest release was just announced at CTIA, and promises to help you keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. The SuperTooth Crystal is now officially available and offers a long list of features (including music streaming, voice dialing, 20 hours of talk time, multi-point technology) to go along with its clean design and reasonable price ($69 MSRP). We’ll have a full review once our unit arrives–but if you simply can’t wait, it’s available today at SuperToothStore.com. Click past the jump for the full PR…
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If the impending release of Samsung’s Focus 2 proves one thing, it’s that there’s never been a better time to be shopping for a mobile phone. While the Focus 2 may be classified as a “budget Smartphone,” the features of this new Windows Phone are anything but low-end, featuring a 4″ version Samsung’s popular Super AMOLED display, 4G LTE connectivity, front and back cameras, high-def video shooting, and the list goes on. While Samsung get’s a lot of attention for its Android devices, we’ve been pretty impressed by their Windows Phones offerings as well (the original Focus, as well as the compact Focus S)–and with its clean good looks and attractive $49 price tag, the Focus 2 seems to be an excellent addition to their WP lineup. The Focus 2 will be available on AT&T May 20th, and you can click past the jump for the full PR…
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If you have been waiting to put your money where your mouth is on the HTC EVO 4G LTE, the wait is over. Sprint has officially begun its pre-orders for the 4.7-inch display, 1.5GHz Snapdragon processor-driven beast. Specs are virtually identical to the AT&T HTC One X, except for the fact that the EVO 4G LTE will come with 16GB of internal memory expandable up to 32GB via microSD.
Apple has released a new version of iOS 5.1 fixing a slew of bugs and connectivity issues. iOS 5.1.1 lists the following:
This update contains improvements and bug fixes, including:
• Improves reliability of using HDR option for photos taken using the Lock Screen shortcut
• Addresses bugs that could prevent the new iPad from switching between 2G and 3G networks
• Fixes bugs that affected AirPlay video playback in some circumstances
• Improved reliability for syncing Safari bookmarks and Reading List
• Fixes an issue where ‘Unable to purchase’ alert could be displayed after successful purchase
For information on the security content of this update, please visit this website:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222
Speaker docks come in all shapes and sizes–such as this new charging dock from Satechi. The Divoom iBase dock is designed for your iOS device and promises crisp sound in a compact design, all while charging your favorite iDevice (the Divoom iBase also has an auxiliary input, making it compatible with almost any audio device). The Divoom iBase Dock Station retails for $44.99 and is available now at both Amazon.com and Satechi.net–and you can check the full release after the jump. +Continue Reading
Panasonic has long been a leader in business and home telephone systems; and now, among all the mobile announcements we see a new announcement from Panasonic on the business front. The New KX-UT248-B is Panasonic’s new Executive Desk phone added to its current line up of IP based phones. Designed to compliment existing infrastructures, the new phone is easy to use and easy to configure with SIP telephone technology, offering user-friendly features such as an easy-to-read screen, soft keys, an XML interface for internet applications, and much more. The new device is available for $349 and available from Panasonic resellers worldwide.
PoP Video’s latest iDevice projector accessory is designed to pair up with your iPod Touch and iPhone via the 30-pin dock connector. The 3.5-ounce accessory is capable of pushing out video up to 960×540 for up to two hours of play on a single charge. Charging takes place via the micro-USB, and customizing comes courtesy of a free iOS app which lets you tinker with settings and more. The $99 PoP Video is up for pre-order now.
Keeping things green and eco-friendly just got a whole lot better with the official unveil of Logitech’s new iPad and iPad 2-friendly keyboard case. It’s called the Solar Keyboard Folio, and the solar cells on the back will keep it connected to your iPad via Bluetooth for over 1000 hours (if you’re keeping track, you can run the case 100 times longer than you can run your iPad). Designed out of a sleek soft-touch faux-leather material, the case is designed for comfort and long runs–even in darkness. You can pick up Logitech’s new iPad folio for $130.
What could possible inspire me to remove my Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones in order to try on another pair? A new pair of B&W headphones, of course…and in this case, it’s the new P3. Designed to be slightly lighter and a bit more portable than its higher-numbered sibling, the P3 headphones feature the same attention to detail and quality of build as the P5s. Made of aluminum and using high-quality rubber and memory foam, the P3′s lighter weight not only make them a bit easier to carry, but also allows you to wear them longer. The Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones will come in white and and black when they arrive this June, and will retail for $199; as always, you can expect a full review once our unit arrives (believe me, w’ll be counting the days). Click past the jump for all of the details.
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This is the game changer we’ve been waiting for from Samsung Mobile. Rather than just increase technical specs and slap a new badge on a Galaxy S 2 (which Samsung still could have been successful with), Samsung has decided to redefine what a Galaxy S device is. Sure, the phone is definitely beefed up (quad core processor, 4.8″ Super AMOLED display, Android 4.0, and the list goes on), and the new design is Samsung’s most attractive yet ; but it’s what lies beneath the hardware that represents Samsung’s new approach…a more human approach. What does this mean? How about a phone that’s able to to know how you’re using it by reading your eyes with its front facing camera; or how about a device that identifies the people in your photos and automatically sends them pictures? Samsung has even come up with a way to share large files between users simply by touching their devices together–and these transfers that would normally take minutes now take seconds. And yes, there’s even a Siri-like voice recognition system. The Samsung Galaxy S II won’t be arriving until the end of this month (the HSPA+ version) and sometime this Summer (the 4G models); but with features that make the iPhone 4S seem last-gen, this looks to be one handset worth waiting for. Click past the jump for all of the specs, as well as the official PR from Samsung…
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id America has been coming up with some pretty cool cases for the iPhone 4 and 4S–and they’re about to add a bit of style your Samsung Galaxy Note as well, with their latest Cushi adhesives. Not quite a case, the Cushi adhesives are foam backings that attach to your phone (without leaving any residue) that not only add style, but also protect from impact and scratches–as well as improve grip. The new “Queen Bee” design is available today for the iPhone 4/4S and Galaxy Note at idAmericaNY.com for $14.95–and you can check out the full PR after the jump…
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Verizon Wireless announced three new prepaid plans that are now available for its customers. Beginning today they are offering unlimited talk and text messaging–as well as 1GB of data–for $80 per month (the monthly plan is available on the prepaid Samsung Illusion without an annual contract). Customers can also buy the prepaid Jetpack 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot and choose from $15 for 250MB, $60 for 3GB, or $90 for 10GB of monthly data. The prepaid package is available in stores (as well as online) for $129.99, and will soon be available at Best Buy, RadioShack and Walmart.