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Fri Jun 23, 2006 10:13 am
Carnival Cruise Lines announced plans to add cell phone service to appeal to people who don't want to lose touch with work and family while away on vacation.
The service will be available on all of Carnival's 21 ships by early next year as part of a deal with Wireless Maritime Services, a joint venture of Cingular Wireless and Maritime Telecommunications Network. Only one Carnival ship, the Triumph, currently offers the service.
Utilizing WMS' high-bandwidth technology, the service is comp... [Continue reading Cruise Lines Add Cell Phone Service]
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Thu Jun 22, 2006 11:47 am
Nokia and Sanyo announced today that they will not be forming the new CDMA device company preliminarily announced in February.
The Finnish company said on it would pull out of CDMA phone manufacturing, which it sees as a shrinking market in the longer term. Recent developments may indicate that the CDMA emerging markets business is looking more challenging.
Both companies have a bitter history over technology licensing and patent infringement cases and Qualcomm laid down new terms for the ... [Continue reading Nokia Drops CDMA Joint Venture with Sanyo]
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Wed Jun 21, 2006 7:51 pm
Motorola introduced its biggest line up of entry-level GSM and CDMA handsets at CommunicAsia 2006. The new portfolio begins with two value-priced clamshell handsets, the Motorola W208 and W375, bringing a new level of slim-line style and functionality to consumers around the world.
Motorola's color initiative offering contrasting schemes in new and unique colors continues with the W208, which is available in Fire Red/Black Slate and Silver Sail/Black Slate. The handset is less than 15mm thick... [Continue reading Motorola Announces W208 and W375 Entry-Level Phones]
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Wed Jun 21, 2006 4:30 pm
Sprint today signed wireless service deals with Bell Canada and Iusacell in Mexico to expand its mobile data access over international borders.
Under the reciprocal agreements, customers will be able to seamlessly access email, Internet and corporate applications in Canada and Mexico using select PCS phones, smart devices and mobile broadband cards.
In Canada, data service roaming is available in the Greater Toronto Area, Greater Montreal Area, Quebec City, Mt. Tremblant, Ottawa, Hamilton,... [Continue reading Sprint Gives Customers Access in Canada and Mexico]
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Wed Jun 21, 2006 12:32 pm
Samsung today unveiled a brand new line-up of slim mobiles at CommunicAsia 2006. The Ultra Edition 6.9 (X820) leads the handset pack, boasting the world's thinnest profile of only 6.9 mm. Also on display is the Ultra Edition 12.9 (D900), the world's slimmest slider with a depth of only 12.9 mm and a 3.0-megapixel camera. Making its debut at CommunicAsia is the Ultra Edition 9.9 (D830), a brand new clamshell handset that is 9.9 mm thin.
The Ultra Edition 9.9 (D830)
Samsung's Ultra Edition 9... [Continue reading Samsung Unveils 'Ultra Edition' Slim Phones]
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Wed Jun 21, 2006 12:06 pm
Today, Nokia introduced the beta release of its Nokia Podcasting Application, making it easier to discover and download podcasting content on the go.
Available for the Nokia N91 and other Nokia S60 3rd edition devices, the application lets people to find and download supported audio and video podcasts directly to their Nokia Nseries multimedia computer.
The Nokia Podcasting Application also allows users to play previews while tracks are downloading, download multiple podcasts simultaneousl... [Continue reading Nokia Introduces Podcasting Application]
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Tue Jun 20, 2006 12:46 pm
Ideal for customers who multi-task and want flexibility, the Motorola Q is the world's thinnest and lightest QWERTY phone; following the design set by the iconic ultra-thin RAZR.
Built from high-quality materials, the slim shell houses some impressive features including a large color LCD, EV-DO high-speed access, and miniSD port.
But good looks aren't enough. Leveraging Motorola's expertise in RF technology, the Q delivers a high-quality speakerphone perfect for conference calls and voice... [Continue reading Motorola Q Review Posted]
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Tue Jun 20, 2006 12:27 pm
T-Mobile today announced the availability of the Sidekick 3, making its official public debut tonight among Hollywood's elite. Walking the red carpet at The Hollywood Palladium tonight, T-Mobile fans and celebrities alike will celebrate the arrival of the newest version of the Sidekick product line.
The T-Mobile Sidekick 3 has a sleek design that is 20 percent smaller than its predecessor, and features a new trackball for easy one-handed navigation and integrated Bluetooth technology for wire... [Continue reading T-Mobile Sidekick 3 Unveiled]
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Mon Jun 19, 2006 11:43 am
Today Nokia broadened its mid-range portfolio with the introduction of the new 6080.
The tri-band Nokia 6080 presents a stylish and compact camera phone at an affordable price point, and is primarily targeted to consumers in Asia. In an elegant black design, highlighted with silver or gold color accents, this camera phone combines camera and video recorder capabilities with a stereo FM radio. The large color display and illuminated keypad layout, combined with the intuitive and well-known Nok... [Continue reading Nokia Presents the 6080 GSM Phone]
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Mon Jun 19, 2006 11:36 am
Today Nokia introduction the 6151, its most affordable 3G handset to date. The classically designed Nokia 6151 offers 3G performance in a sleek and compact package.
The Nokia 6151 introduces the benefits of 3G to consumers - such as streaming multimedia audio and video content, or downloading of their favorite music or video - at traditional GSM prices. The classically designed, compact handset offers a comprehensive range of features, combining Nokia's easy to use Series 40 user interface wi... [Continue reading Nokia 6151 Budget 3G Phone Introduced]
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