Top 10 Mobile Phones of 2009

Top 10 Mobile Phones of 2009

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As 2009 comes to a close, we thought it a good time to pore over some of the best mobile phones to be released over the past year.

From super-hot smartphones to fashionable feature handsets, join us as we select the few that stood head and shoulders above the rest!

1. HTC Hero

The strong design, slick social networking skills and beautiful implementation of the Android operating system with the ‘Sense’ UI has seen the HTC Hero snag an armful of ‘Best Phone’ awards this year, and rightly so.

Packing a 5-megapixel autofocus camera, 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen and GPS in a unique, angular form factor, the Hero is possibly the best phone to demonstrate what Google’s new operating system is really capable of.

Winning the hearts and minds of those not swayed by the iPhone, the Hero is easily the next best thing.

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2. HTC HD2

Representing Windows Mobile as the Hero has for Android, the ‘wow’ factor of the HTC HD2 is definitely marrying Microsoft’s mobile operating system to that mammoth 4.3-inch touchscreen display.

Bringing the smooth, refined Sense user interface as well as the first phone to offer multi-touch on Windows Mobile 6.5, the HTC HD2 is equally at home being a business device as it is a multimedia powerhouse.

With a 5-megapixel lens and dual-LED flash, GPS and support for apps thanks to Marketplace for Mobile, the HD2 is the perfect poster boy for the next generation of Windows phones.

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3. Apple iPhone 3GS

Getting the design so right first time has given Apple the ability to reiterate rather than revolutionise, and the iPhone 3GS is the second update to the groundbreaking formula.

Expanding on the iconic device with a 3 megapixel camera, video recording, voice

controls and up to 32GB of storage, the Apple iPhone 3GS is able to do it all, faster.

4. Samsung Genio Touch

The Samsung Genio Touch continues the popular range with a cheap and cheerful handset that brings touch screen joy without the price tag.

The 2.8-inch display offers the same TouchWiz user interface spotted on higher end devices, and with customizable covers as well as a 2 megapixel camera, the Genio Touch punches above its weight in terms of both looks and specs and has customers snapping it up in droves.

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5. Sony Ericsson Satio

A 12.1 megapixel wielding device that combines the strongest features of the Cybershot range, the Sony Ericsson Satio compliments them with the latest Walkman functionality, wrapping them together with a slick full touch Symbian powered user interface.

The 3.5″ display is clear, crisp and responsive to the touch, and the built-in 3G connectivity and GPS set it amongst the strongest smartphone contenders.

Strong advertising and an arresting form factor have seen the Satio fly off the shelves in the last few weeks, and showing little sign of slowing down.

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6. Palm Pre

Already a million-seller in the United States, the Palm Pre is a well-kitted device with a 3.1-inch touchscreen and 3.1 megapixel camera, a socially savvy handset that pulls contact information to be automatically from networking sites including Facebook.

The combination of cute pebble-shaped design, slide-out QWERTY keyboard and the debut of their smooth new ‘Web OS’ user interface has been snapped by many shoppers looking for a worthy alternative to Apple’s iPhone.

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7. Nokia 5800 XpressMusic

The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic is the epitome of cool by committee. With a plectrum for a stylus, endorsement from today’s fashionable young things and a full touch interface, the 5800 was bound to be a hit.

A music phone at heart, the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic ticks all the specs boxes with 3G connectivity, Wi-Fi support, a 3.2 megapixel camera and a hefty 3.2-inch high resolution touch display.

Your music selection is handled by an 8GB memory card, and a 3.5mm audio jack means that your favourite headphones can be plugged in with little trouble.

8. Nokia N900

9. LG Chocolate BL40

10. Blackberry Curve 8520

via Top 10 Mobile Phones of 2009 – Omio Round-Up.

Apple to Release 8GB iPhone 3GS to counter Google

Apple to Release 8GB iPhone 3GS to counter Google Nexus One?

A user at the apfeltalk forums from Germany had ordered an iPhone 3G from Apple and that was what exactly he was expecting to be shipped. To his surprise, the handset received was indeed a iPhone 3G 8 GB but the packaging in which it was contained indicated something else. Interestingly, it was marked with iPhone 3GS 8GB label, instead of iPhone 3G. As we all know, iPhone 3GS is only available in 16GB and 32GB versions and not 8GB. So either the box tag had typographical error, or Apple might have mixed up its new packaging with the old stock.

In any case, this has created a big confusion on whether Apple is about to unveil an iPhone 3GS 8GB model at the upcoming January 26th event or not. It is possible that this move could be intentional to promote this new product before its launch. But what is the whole idea behind coming down in memory whereas Apple traditionally had always been doubling it each year. One possible reason may be the release of the upcoming Google Nexus One phone, and if Apple can come up with a reduced priced iPhone 3GS, it may leave its competitors in market far behind. We’ll have to wait till January 26th to see if this is indeed true or not. Source

Google Nexus One price and date of Launch leaked

Google Nexus One price and date of Launch leaked

Rumours about Google Nexus One

Google has invited journalists to an event next Tuesday, prompting speculation that they will announce the launch the Google Nexus One mobile phone.

The Google Nexus One is the first mobile handset designed entirely by Google. The phone runs Google’s Android operating system and the hardware was designed in collaboration with HTC.

The invite says: “With the launch of the first Android-powered device just over a year ago, we’ve seen how a powerful, open platform can spur mobile product innovation. And this is just the beginning of what’s possible.”

Since details of the phone emerged earlier this month, rumours suggested that it would go on sale in early January. Rumours on gadget blogs today suggest that the phone will go on sale in the US on January 5. There’s no word yet – even as a rumour – about whether the phone will be available in the UK or whether Britons will have to wait to get their hands on it.

Gadget blogs are also quoting leaked documents saying that the phone will be available unlocked for $530 (£334) and for $180 (£113) as part of a contract with T-Mobile. The unlocked phone will work on any network, allowing users to simply insert their SIM and start using the phone.

Again, there is no word on UK pricing or which network, if any, will supply a subsidised version of the phone.

Google has so far declined to comment on rumours about the Nexus One. Source

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Google Nexus one is Unleashed

Google has unveiled its highly anticipated “Google Phone,” or the Nexus One, an Android-powered smartphone and the first device the company will sell directly from a new online store

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At a Google press event held Tuesday afternoon at the company’s Mountain View, Calif. headquarters, Google vice president Mario Queiroz billed the new Nexus One as a “superphone” and an “exemplar of what’s possible” on mobilephones running Android. He didn’t precisely define the term superphone, other than to suggest it has greater capabilities than today’s existing smartphones.

Nexus one Photo visualizations

Queiroz spoke along with several other panelists including mobile guru Andy Rubin, HTC CEO Peter Chou, and even competitor Motorola Co-CEO Sanjay Jha. All of them took pains to deflect concerns that Google has shifted course with its Android OS, or that Google could muddy the waters for its current wireless industry partners by selling its own branded device.

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The hardware itself looks pretty slick, even if the moniker “superphone” ends up in the eye of the beholder. Essentially, the Nexus One is a slim touch-screen slab handset manufactured by HTC, the company behind the original T-Mobile G1, the myTouch 3G with Google, and the HTC Hero. The Nexus One weighs 4.6 ounces and measures 0.45-inches thick. It features a 3.7-inch, 480-by-800-pixel glass capacitive AMOLED touch screen, a next-generation 1-GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU, and Android 2.1, a brand new version of the company’s open-source mobile OS.

Google Earth for Android

Other hardware features include a 5-megapixel auto-focus camera with an LED flash and geotagging capability, 512MB of internal memory, and a microSD card slot. Two mics provide Bluetooth headset-like active noise cancellation for improved call quality in loud environments. The trackball doubles as a notification tool, Queiroz said, in that it contains a multi-color LED for indicating incoming calls and other notifications. A 3.5-mm headphone jack and stereo Bluetooth support offer music lovers multiple options for listening to tunes. More

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Nokia mobile phones : Nokia is one of the leading brands in the mobile phone market. It is undisputed that this big brand has given as a plenty of handsets that have gained a widespread popularity for their sophisticated features and easy to use functionality.

One such handset that I like is the Nokia N96 which is really a sleek smart phone. It is a 3G phone with a dual slide opening. The phone is a member of popular N-series. This high quality phone comes with a five megapixel camera and a dual LED flash for taking snaps in dim light. This cam is able to do video recording also. A second VGA camera is situated on the front of the handset which helps me take part in video calling or capturing my own image.

As far as the entertainment features of the N96 are concerned, the device comes with TV broadcasting capabilities which allows me to enjoy television. Moreover, it comes with an FM feature which gives me freedom to enjoy cricket commentary and music on the move.

The phone has a dimension of 103 mm x 18 mm x 55 mm and a total weight of 125 grams. The built-in memory is of sixteen GB and the RAM is of 128 MB. The screen of the device displays up to sixteen million colours with a screen resolution of 240 pixels by 320 pixels. The resolution is good for a high-quality display in order to attract the users. Latest technologies such as 3GHSDPA are available for a fast and better connectivity. EDGE technology provides fast data transfer rates with W-LAN and WiFi , allowing wireless connectivity. Further, the Bluetooth technology on the device helps me connect to my friend's mobile or laptop by transferring pictures and videos.

I can also enjoy the Internet using my Nokia N96, which has a web browser integrated with a mini-map feature allowing me to get the world in my hand. More features in the form of SMS, MMS, e-mail with document attachment facility is in this handset. Last but not least, the phone even has a GPS navigation system which helps me to locate myself if I ever get lost.

One can buy the phone anywhere as the Nokia N96 mobile phone deals are available in most of the mobile phone stores. These deals are often contract deals, in which users get the network services. The deals come at cost-effective prices and a plenty of offers. I am quite sure that the Nokia N96 will be one of the suitable handsets for you with which you will get excellent features and great deals.

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Nokia N97 - A highly capable handset for the users

Recently, I bought the Nokia N97 and found that it is a very stylish and reliable handset available with a variety of user friendly features and latest technologies. If we talk about appearance, the device is very attractive that makes it visible even in a big crowd. Coming to dimensions, it is 15.9mm in depth, 55.3mm in width and 117.2mm in height. It is provided with a high quality touch screen along with a QWERTY keyboard. The screen has a high resolution display of 640 pixels by 360 pixels.

This stylish phone supports a quad band GSM network that allows the users to enjoy world wide roaming facility. As a result of this technology they remain connected with their friends even at the time of roaming also. This incredible device is not only available with communication features but it also imparts entertainment features in order to delight the customers. The Nokia N97 comes with a built-in music player available in a variety of formats like MP3, AAC, eAAC etc.

The highly capable gadget is blessed with a five mega pixel camera along with Carl Zeiss Tessar lens. This camera further comprises of a LED flash. With the help of this flash, the users can brighten up the darker surroundings for the purpose of taking a bright photograph. The device is loaded with 32 gigabytes if built-in memory. Further it comprises of microSD memory card for the purpose of extending the memory further.

The Nokia N97 also provides the feature of 3G video calling. It is a kind of calling where the users can see each other. The device is also available with a USB connection that help the users to connect their mobile phone to other USB enabled devices in order to transfer data.

All these features make Nokia N97 a very unique handset. So, I suggest that one should go for this wonderful handset in order to get themselves satisfied with an array of incredible features.

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Monday, November 16, 2009

Nokia 8800 - Simplicity is its beauty!

I was really carried by its attractive looks. Whose? That was the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte. Amazing! As it appeared to me!

I would call it as the most attractive gadget that could be carried with maximum comfort in your pocket as well as in your palm. The keypad was hidden behind a folding that you needed to open so as to use the keypad. The Nokia 8800, phone that has presently been discontinued, was another handset for the people searching for a simple phone.

Dimensional measurements of the device is found to be 107 mm in length, 45 mm in breadth and 15 mm in height. I used to be very much excited about the medium size 1.7 inches TFT screen. And yes! I shouldn't forget about the 134 gm weight of the Nokia 8800. There are wallpapers and screensavers for increasing the attractive beauty of the handset.

The phone has an internal memory of 64 MB with no ability to attach the extra card to expand this storage space.

I could even browse over the web world to get information or simply for entertainment through this gadget.

Nokia 8800 had a Bluetooth v1.2 with A2DP for better connectivity to other handsets and laptops.

Here also is a simple SVGA camera to capture snaps of simple sorts. There can also be videos captured through this simple camera. SMS, EMS, MMS, Email and Instant Messaging are all for sending messages of different sorts to our friends and relatives. The gadget again had an FM radio and inbuilt as well as downloadable games for entertainment.

Amazing performance was possible with the Standard battery, Li-Ion 600 mAh (BL-5X) having a standby support of 190 hours and a talktime support of 3 hour. With this time support, the handset delivered a great performance for everybody!