Tech N Gadgets: Cell Phones


nokia supernova

Who wouldn’t be impressed with a cell phone named Supernova? The world’s number one handset maker, Nokia, launched four new units under the series name Supernova.
The new models belonging to this line are 7210, 7310, 7510, and 7610. These phones are targeted for fashion conscious individuals who want the best multimedia experience on the go. But each of these phones has unique characteristics that make them stand out from the rest. Check them out after the jump ...

Dior iPhone Holder

Do you own an iPhone? If you do, I’m sure you want to have the accessories that will ensure its safety and good condition at all times. But are you willing to spend above your budget for a designer accessory to your iPhone? Like this Dior Homme iPhone Holder. Believe it or not, this phone holder costs $450 each! Wow! With that amount you can already buy another phone. Only those with lots of cash to spare will get to buy this iPhone accessory. I sure won’t set my eyes on it.

Let’s take a look at the materials used for it, and see if the price is justifiable. The pure black color of the Holder gives it a neat and stylish look. The excellent-quality calf leather material used is durable enough to protect your iPhone.

Here’s bad news for those of you who are already waiting with baited for the reported Gphone that was said to come out mid 2008. There has been a delay according to Google. So, it will not be out until the end of this year. There has been a bit of a hitch in the Gphone’s development. This awaited handset is not solely an effort of Google. Google is directly involved in designing the operating system; however, thirty other partners are also involved in the project in order for the handset to be more of what people need.

iPhone 3G

If you haven’t got the first edition iPhone, fret not. Maybe the newest model will work much better for you. Simply tagged as the iPhone 3G, this new handset has much more improved capabilities. One major improvement is the 3G feature that allows faster wireless connectivity. This new 3G connectivity is said to be 2.8 times as fast as the Edge wireless of the original iPhone. Aside from that, iPhone 3G will also support GPS hardware, headphone jack, and a curved plastic backing. And there’s a new color option to choose from. If you don’t like black the iPhone 3G is also available in white. All of these gives a whole new look to the latest Apple device!

hop 1800 disposable cell phone

How’d you like to have a $10 pre-paid cell phone? You might think that it is impossible to have such kind. But I’m telling you it’s not anymore. The Hop-On HOP1800 is the newest disposable kind of handset! Well, this is just a GSM so don’t expect it to be able to play music or movies. Browsing the internet is also out of the question, so with text messaging. This $10 phone is only capable of one thing – phone calls. It has a green button for making calls and a red one for ending calls.

dior cell phone

Prada, Dolce and Gabbana, and Armani have all ventured into launching their own handsets or cell phones. Guess who’s joining the bandwagon? Christian Dior has launched a fashion phone that will surely outdo the previously mentioned brands!

Befor the launch, last week, the Dior phone was rumored to come in a clamshell design.
Well, the speculation was correct and it comes in various shades in a slim clamshell design.
And it comes with a very expensive price tag ... hold your breath ... $5000!

Photo of Nokia 5320 and Nokia 5220

When I hear about music phones what usually comes to mind is Sony Ericsson with its series of Walkman phones. But now music phones should not only be associated with this brand because Nokia has also come up with its own models of music phones – the new XpressMusic series composed of the Nokia 5320 and the Nokia 5220. These two music-enabled devices will work together with the new Nokia Music Store. These candy bar-styled phones will come with a price tag ranging from $254 to $350.

Going to the specifics of each phone the Nokia 5320 XpressMusic runs on the S60 UI Symbian platform. It has 3G/HSDPA connectivity. As a device dedicated t o music, the Nokia 5320 features external music controls, stereo Bluetooth, stereo FM radio and a 3.5mm audio jack. Another neat music feature of this device is the Nokia Say and Play that enables the user to control the player by means of his voice. This is also integrated with N-Gage gaming for more entertainment that is why it has an 8-way navigation keypad. Other features include the 2-inch 16M color TFT display, 2 megapixel snapper and microSD card slot for up 8GB memory. This will be available in black/blue or black/red motif.

Giorgio Armani Phone

Those designer fanatics out there might own a Giorgio Armani dress or accessory but here is something that you may never have thought of: A Girogio Armani Phone! That’s right the Korean company Samsung joined up with Giorgio Armani to create the one and only Giorgio Armani-Samsung luxury mobile. The phone comes with a 2.6 inch LCD touch screen and contains a 3.5 mega pixel camera. It weighs only 80 grams but with it you can browse the web, listen to MP3 tracks and receive files via Bluetooth.

Samsung F490

If you’re looking for superb-looking handsets then you can have them under the Samsung badge. While surfing the net I had a glimpse of the excellent look of the two new handsets from Samsung, the Samsung F490 and the P720. Maybe I’m easily impressed… but I just really think these two new handsets look great.

The F490 is a high-end phone with 5-megapixel camera. And the most noticeable feature is the huge 3.2 touchscreen that features 432 x 240 resolution. And another great thing is it will come with HSPDA or 3G technology. This one is a very stylish phone that can even rival the iPhone in terms of looks. Though there is still no other mention of the other features it contains.

Through Orange Telecom France residents will be able to avail of the standalone iPhone for a slightly lower price than what is being offered by neighboring country Germany. This much-envied multimedia device is now being offered by Orange for $964. This smartphone without the service plan is Orange’s response to the population’s clamor for a more affordable iPhone. There are already 12 Orange stores in France offering the iPhone without the service plan. This is quite convenient for fans that want the iPhone for a more affordable price.

Mandarina Duck Clamshell Phone

With the many cell phone brands available these days and a lot of similar handsets coming out, some of you probably want an exclusive phone, one that would only have few lookalike. The new Mandarina Duck clamshell phone could one of your options. This is a very stylish phone made in my favorite clamshell design. This comes in three very attractive colors like cherry red, lilac and green. Seeing the pictures of the three phones make me want to have one, they all just look delicious and trendy.

Samsung verizon Gleam

Verizon is very active these days. It again announces a new handset in its lineup. It is another Samsung beauty, the Gleam. Personally, I find it a very stylish phone with its black and bronze theme. And it also bears one of my personal favorites, the clamshell design. Up its front you will see a tiny display. When you flip up the phone you will behold the 240 x 220 pixels color display. And then there’s also the cool silver keypad. Those who are very particular about the design and style of their handset will definitely find the Samsung Gleam up to their standard.

Skype on iPhone

iPhone can now be converted into a Skype VoIP handset using the new application called the IM+ for Skype that’s created by SHAPE Service, a German software developer. The IM+ for Skype will run using the Apple Safari browser integrated in the phone. The application is designed specifically for the iPhone and can operate on any type of network. By logging on to skypeforiphone.com users who want to try out the service for free Skype to Skype calls can gain access to it.

Being parents, they usually want to keep track of their kid’s whereabouts. If you’re a parent I’m sure you know the feeling. But no matter how much you want to keep an eye on them every minute and even every hour it is not always possible. So how about a cell phone that will help you keep track of them? You probably know that several months ago Disney offers phones designed especially for this purpose and for kids. There are actually 4 phones being offered by Disney but two of the tried and tested phones are the LG DM-L200 and the Pantech P205 - gadgets that can help you keep tabs on your kid.

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