Mobile Phone Reviews

Microsoft is looking to make a hard comeback in the mobile world with their forthcoming Windows Phone 7 mobile platform. In the past we’ve said we won’t know how the platform stacks up against the competition until some of the devices are outed. Well, if you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know that ust afew days ago Microsoft came forth to show us their whole line up of device. One of these devices was the HTC HD7 Pro.

The HTC HD7 Pro features a 4.3-inch touchscreen, a 1GHz processor, 576MB of RAM, a 5 megapixel camera capable of recording 720p HD video and a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. While we aren’t exactly sure when we will see the HD7 Pro hit store shelves, it has been made known today that the device will be making its way to Europe early next year.

Of all the devices that Microsoft showed off to run Windows Phone 7, I think the HTC HD7 was one of the nicest looking. What do you guys think?

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab is one of the most highly anticipated Android powered tablets just over the horizon. In fact, it is this tablet that many expect will give Apple’s critically acclaimed iPad a much needed run for its money. If you’re not familiar with the Galaxy Tab it features a 7-inch touchscreen, a 1GHz processor, 512MB of RAM, front/rear facing cameras and Google’s Android 2.2 mobile operating system.

While we’ve heard of its hardware specs for some time the device has yet to go on sale with consumers everywhere anxiously awaiting its arrival. However, it seems that potential German buyers don’t have any longer to wait as according to a press release the Samsung Galaxy Tab is now available for purchase at €799. Of course, this device comes unlocked and carrier free – explaining for it high, unsubsidized price tag.

Any German readers manage to snag the Galaxy Tab?

Launch: Samsung Galaxy Tab now available in Germany

7-inch display and 380 grams for full functionality. The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a reliable business partner as well as an accomplished entertainer on the go

Schwalbach / Ts. 11 October 2010 – The Galaxy Tab Samsung, Samsung Smart Media Device from his first. Its low weight, handy size and a large TFT display Samsung qualify the Galaxy Tab primarily as a constant companion. With Android ™ v2.2 makes it easier for the business with helpful business applications, and enriches the life with a variety of entertainment and information options. The Samsung Galaxy Tab offers voice and video telephony and full access to the Android Market ™.

With 190 x 121 x 11.98 mm is the ideal sized Samsung Galaxy Tab to get it in the jacket – or bag always and everywhere to carry. The large screen with a diagonal of 17.8 inches guarantees a comfortable viewing of web pages, videos and e-books, without going into a compromise on mobility.

Whether with a headset or via speakerphone – the user can talk with the Samsung Galaxy Tab as with a conventional mobile phone. Video calls are possible by the 1.3-megapixel camera on the housing front.

Unlimited possibilities with Android ™ v2.2
Whether you need an overview of the first train connections, or the time would drive to a computer game: the Android Market ™ is full of applications that make users’ lives easier. The Samsung Galaxy Tab granted the Android ™ operating system v2.2 full access to this offer, and gives users the opportunity to the Samsung Galaxy Tab fully match your needs.
Adobe ® Flash ® Player 10.1 provides a common picture while surfing the web. All web content is presented in the same extent that the user is from a home PC used to. take you with HSDPA up to 7.2 Mbps and HSUPA at up to 5.76 Mbit / s the user has to purchase without waiting times.

The pre-installed application “Reader’s Hub” opens the doors to a large and well clear of books, magazines and newspapers from around the world. The well-stocked library offers interesting stories of different genres that are on the large display of the Samsung Galaxy Tab to read.
Also installed is the video game “Let’s Golf by Gameloft. 63 holes can be played with four different characters in four different locations in 3D. For use on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Let’s golf has been adapted to the big screen.

Complete equipment for full functionality
Android ™ brings several useful Google ™ services with them. With Google Maps ™ Navigation is a complete navigation solution on board, which steers clear voice guidance with the optimal path. A satellite view gives you extra guidance and with the real-time traffic view, you avoid the jams. Searches, this Samsung Galaxy Tab ™ including via Google Voice Search, the typing of goals is no longer necessary. The processor of the Samsung Galaxy Tab provides a Gigahertz performance, providing a normal operation of the device safe even when multiple applications are running in parallel. For a long operation ensures the 4,000 mAh battery strong. This gives the user up to 1,500 hours of standby or up to 16.7 hours talk time. Complete in the fastest WiFi n Bluetooth 3.0 standard and the features.

Accessories for Samsung Galaxy Tab: more opportunities, more style
Protection against dust and scratches different, tailored bags for the Galaxy Table Though be entered quickly thanks Swype ® texts, the real key of the keyboard dock is more practical for many writers. Like the docking station and the car cradle, it has a charging function and 3.5 mm jack for connecting speakers and sound systems. For wireless transmission of the Galaxy Tab to DLNA ™ compatible devices, makes the Media Gateway WMG160 older televisions and sound systems fit for WiFi multimedia streaming.

The Samsung Galaxy tab is now available in Germany. The suggested retail price is 799 euros.

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab is without a doubt the hottest Android powered tablet just over the horizon. This dvice features a 7-inch touchscreen, a 1GHz processor, 512MB of RAM and front/rear facing cameras. All of these hardware features alongside Google’s Android 2.2 mobile operating system will give iPad a run for its money.

We’ve heard of its specs more times than we can count but we’ve only heard whispers of a release date and/or price print. However, not too long ago it was made known that Sprint would be getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab on November 14th for $399. Well just recently a leaked T-Mobile slide has surfaced that says the device will be dropping for $399 with a 2-year contract.

Is this to be believed? Well, considering two leaks have surfaced both from different carriers that say the same price point, we’re going to assume this is pretty concrete.

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HTC is one of the leading manufacturers when it comes to Android powered smart phones. They’ve already pushed out several devices powered by the platform with some receiving critical acclaim. One such device is the HTC EVO 4G on Sprint which features a 4.3-inch touchscreen, 1GHz processor and of course 4G connectivity, among other things.

However, just because they’ve already had several big released doesn’t mean they’re looking to slow down anytime soon. In fact, today it was announced that the HTC Desire HD has gone up for pre-order over at Vodafone for as little as free if you’re willing to sign up for a 2-year contract worth at least £35 per month. Of course, you won’t actually get your phone until the 24th but that’s not too long to wait for such a good looking phone.

For those wondering what the HTC Desire HD packs in terms of specs, it’s basically the same exact thing as the HTC EVO 4G minus the 4G connectivity. Got it?

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HTC is gearing up to launch a whole slew of devices running a whole slew of different platforms. However, the platform that they will focus on the most thanks to previous success is Google’s Android. This mobile source operating system has powered success handsets previously released by HTC such as the EVO 4G on Sprint.

A future handset that HTC will release running Google’s Android is the Desire HD. We’ve heard about this device several times in the past with its 4.3-inch touchscreen, 1GHz Snapdragon processor, 768MB of RAM and 8 megapixel camera with dual LED flash. As you can tell from the specs, it’s basically an HTC EVO 4G minus the 4G connectivity.

Those in the UK looking to get their hands on the HTC Desire HD will be happy to hear that it is officially coming to Vodafone UK. We’ve been notified of this release by the leaked poster that you can see above.

Anyone looking to grab the HTC Desire HD when it’s made available?

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While there are many different Android powered handsets from many different hardware manufacturers, HTC’s offerings in particular have received critical acclaim time and time again. Today, the company has announced a new handset dubbed the HTC Desire Z powered by Google’s Android 2.2 mobile operating system.

This device will feature a 4.3-inch display, a 1GHz processor, 768MB of RAM, 1.5GB of built-in storage, an 8 megapixel camera with dual LED flash and 720p HD video recording capabilities. Additionally, it will feature HSPA/CDMA/GSM/GPRS connnectivity.

No word on pricing but it will be made available in Europe and Asia sometime next month.

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The Samsung Fascinate is Verizon’s version of Samsung’s ever-so-popular Galaxy S handset. The Fascinate features the same 4-inch Super AMOLED display, 1GHz Hummingbird processor and 5-megapixel camera that the rest of the Galaxy S smartphones feature but throws a welcomed LED flash into the mix.

Considering the Samsung Fascinate is the latest Galaxy S device to launch, users have yet to have a great deal of hands on time with the device. This, of course, means the hacking community has their work cut out for them when it comes to rooting the device – Android’s version of jailbreaking.

However, it seems that said work load wasn’t all that massive as it was announced today that the Samsung Fascinate has already been rooted with the method available to all.

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The tablet market has turned itself into a gold mine for hardware manufacturers thanks to the immense success of Apple’s iPad. As I’ve said in the past, due to this success manufacturers everywhere have been scrambling to get their own iPad competitors onto the market. However, until they are actually released we’re not going to be able to see how they stack up against the dominant iPad.

However, it seems that Samsung is quite confident with their own competitor, the Samsung Galaxy Tab. This 7-inch, 1GHz, Android 2.2 powered display has been talked about quite a bit but has yet to hit the market. Today, Samsung has said that when the Galaxy Tab does hit the market, they expect to sell well over 10 million units securing themselves 1/3 of the tablet market in the process.

Anyone out there looking to get a Galaxy Tab when it’s release? If so, why not an iPad? Let us know in the comments.

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If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know that the highly successful Samsung Galaxy S smartphone has hit just about every US carrier in one form or another. AT&T has the Samsung Captivate, T-Mobile the Samsung Vibrant and Sprint the Epic 4G leaving behind just Verizon.

Luckily, Samsung hasn’t forgotten about Verizon Wireless and has spoken in the past on their plans to bring the Galaxy S to this carrier as the Samsung Fascinate. While we told you late last month that the device would be put up for pre-order, at the time we did not have a solid release date.

Those anxiously awaiting any news on the Fascinate will be happy to hear that Verizon has finally come forth to announce that they will be making the device available for purchase tomorrow, September 8th for $199.99 with a 2-year contract. Just like its counterparts on other carriers it will feature an AMOLED display, 1GHz processor, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi, a 5 megapixel camera and the ability to act as a 3G hotspot. Of course, seeing how the Fascinate is only on Verizon, Samsung has also thrown in some EV-DO Rev. A connectivity for good measure. Naturally, Google’s Android mobile operating system is also on board powering the party.

Anyone looking to get down on some Verizon Galaxy S fun?

Press Release:

Samsung Fascinate™, a Galaxy S™ Smartphone, Available Tomorrow on the Verizon Wireless Network

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ — Verizon Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced that the Samsung Fascinate™, a Galaxy S™ smartphone exclusively from Verizon, will be available online on Sept. 8 and in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores on Sept. 9 for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.

Powered by Android 2.1™, the Fascinate refines customers’ social networking experiences with its Super AMOLED™ Screen Technology, advanced touch screen capabilities, Samsung 1 GHz Cortex A8 Hummingbird Application Processor, and virtual QWERTY keyboard featuring SWYPE technology. Additionally, the Fascinate comes pre-loaded with Amazon’s Kindle for Android app, and it boasts an array of accessories, including:

Charging Cradle – Doubles as a phone charger and includes a micro USB wall adapter so customers can view movies, display digital photos, and listen to music. It can also be used as a desktop speakerphone to make hands-free calls, and it comes preloaded with the Samsung “Desk Home” application, which allows customers to switch brightness levels from day to night and provides one-touch access to Samsung Widgets and Bing Voice Search. The charging cradle is available for $29.99.

Car Dock – Attachable to the windshield or dashboard, the car dock displays turn-by-turn GPS navigation instructions, rotates freely between landscape and portrait modes, and features a preloaded Samsung “Car Home” application, giving customers access to everything the “Desk Home” app can do while on the go. The car dock is available for $39.99.

Backup Battery Charging System – Includes a 1500 mAH battery, battery charger and Y-cable for charging a phone and spare battery simultaneously. It is available for $39.99.

Pricing and Plan Information
Verizon Wireless customers who purchase the Samsung Fascinate will receive the mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted. Samsung Fascinate customers will need to subscribe to a Verizon Wireless Nationwide Talk plan (beginning at $39.99 monthly access) and an Email and Web for Smartphone plan (beginning at $29.99 for unlimited monthly access). For additional information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 79,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, Nasdaq: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsungwireless.com.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

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Mobile devices of this day and age are quickly becoming on the same level as non mobile devices in regards to hardware. Of course, they still have a ways to go but the popular Qualcomm 1GHz Snapdragon processor, for instance, has already made its way into several hard hitting devices such as the HTC EVO 4G.

Samsung too has been beefing up their mobile line up with their own 1GHz processor dubbed the Hummingbird which has appeared in their ever-so-popular line up of Galaxy S devices. However, just because the Hummingbird is clocked at a noteworthy 1GHz doesn’t mean Samsung is looking to slow their mobile hardware advancement anytime soon.

Today, the popular electronics manufacturer has come forth to speak of their brand new dual-core ARM Cortex A9 mobile processor dubbed Orion. This processor, clocked at 1GHz, features the ability to capture and playback 1080p video at 30fps. If that wasn’t already enough for you, the Orion processor packs 5x the performance of the Hummingbird when it comes to 3D graphics renderings – pretty amazing. To top it all off? Samsung says the processor will be able to manage two on-device displays in addition to an external monitor.

Too bad this won’t be appearing in the Samsung Galaxy Tab but we can only assume that Samsung will include it in a future device. Dual-core Samsung Galaxy S 2 anyone?

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