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CANON, a favourite among amateur and professional photographers, is about to gain a new fan base with its new IXUS and PowerShot models that come in colours other than standard-issue silver. The IXUS 80 IS comes in pink, blue, two shades of brown, and silver, while the Powershot A470 are available in yellow, green, red, blue and grey.
Canon harnessed the latest technologies to pack the diminutive IXUS 80 IS with a host of features including Canon’s DIGIC III imaging processor, 3x zoom and 8 megapixel CMOS sensor, which support high-resolution prints up to A2 size. The brand new Motion Detection Technology and high-speed ISO 1600 means an end to blurred images.
“With five unique colours, the IXUS 80 IS embodies our dedication to creating best-in-class cameras, while catering to the individuality of our customers,” says Andrew Koh, Director and General Manager of the Consumer Imaging and Information Division at Canon Singapore.
“The PowerShot A470 continue the PowerShot legacy of cameras that effortlessly merge advanced photographic functions, convenience and affordability in one product,” he adds. “Our new PowerShot cameras empower users with more creative shooting options while remaining robust and lightweight.”
The IXUS 80 IS incorporates new technology that makes capturing clear and vivid images even easier. By introducing a Motion Detection function linked to the camera’s High ISO Auto mode, the IXUS 80 IS detects if subjects are stationary or moving and automatically adjusts to the ideal ISO setting for razor sharp images. The high-speed ISO 1600 setting delivers sharp images even in low-light conditions or when taking fast-moving subjects. For even more detailed focusing, the IXUS 80 IS features an advanced AF-Point Zoom function. By half pressing the shutter button, users can zoom in on the desired subject’s face to view their expression close-up before taking the photo.
The new IXUS 80 IS comes with 18 shooting modes covering a wide range of scenarios – including a new Sunset scene mode – that optimises image results under a variety of shooting conditions.
At high resolution 7.1 megapixel and 3.4x optical zoom, the PowerShot A470 delivers quality performance with complete functionality in a compact package. It is also equipped with 14 shooting modes to cover most photographic scenarios, including a new Sunset scene mode for great landscape images. User can also move in close to the subject with the 1cm Super Macro incorporated. The vertical shutter release adds more fun shooting photos in portrait layout.
PowerShot A470 also incorporates a Long Play (LP) mode for longer video recording times. The 2.5-inch PureColor LCD II screen has a wider viewing angle and the anti-glare coating provides easier viewing for image framing and playback.
The new N96 is official! The word's all over the Internet, with pictures and a limited spec sheet. Nokia finally made the phone available at GSMA Barcelona today, and our man there reports that the phone is a union of the N81 and the N95.
The N96 has a 5MP camera with Carl-Zeiss lens and Xenon flash, and will come with S60 3rd feature pack, which is yet to make a release. To make the surfing experience a little richer, a fully flash-enabled surfing interface is included. The phone will come with 16GB of space built in, with an option to double that
Nokia N96 CHARACTERISTICS.
General
Network --> GSM900 / GSM1800 / GSM1900 / GSM850 / HSDPA
Introduced --> 2008 Q1
Status --> Coming soon
Form factor --> Slider
Antenna --> Internal
Size
Weight --> 125 g (including battery)
Dimensions --> 103 x 55 x 18 mm
Display
Type -->Graphical
Colours -->TFT, 16M colors
Size -->240 x 320 pixels
Memory
Shared Memory 16 GB
- Photocall
- microSD (TransFlash)
- 128MB RAM, 256MB system memory
Ringtones
- Polyphonic Yes, 64 voices
- Monophonic, True Tones, MP3
Networking
GPRS --> Yes, Class 32, 107 / 64.2 kbps
Modem --> Yes, Class 32, 296 kbps; DTM Class 11, 177 kbps
3G --> Yes, HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps
WLAN --> Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology
USB --> Yes, 2.0, microUSB
Bluetooth -->Yes, 2.0 with A2DP
WAP Yes
Browser --> Yes, WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, RSS reader
Infrared --> Yes
Email Client --> Yes
- Symbian OS, S60 rel. 3.2
- Instant Messaging
- Push to talk
Features
Vibration --> Yes
SMS --> Send / Receive
MMS --> Send / Receive
Camera --> Yes, 5 MP, 2592x1944 pixels, Carl Zeiss optics, autofocus, video(VGA 30fps), flash; secondary VGA videocall camera
Java --> Yes
Changeable Games --> Yes
Games --> Yes
Clock --> Yes
Alarm --> Yes
Calculator --> Yes
To-Do List --> Yes
Voice Dialing --> Yes
Voice Memo --> Yes
T9 --> Yes
Handsfree --> Yes
FM Radio --> Yes
- Built-in GPS receiver
- A-GPS function
- DVB-H TV broadcast receiver
- Dual slide design
- MP3/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+/WMA player
- 3.5 mm audio output jack
- TV out
- Organizer
- Office document viewer
Standard Battery
Type --> Li-Ion
Amperage --> 950 mAh
Standby Time --> 220 hours
Talk Time --> 3 hours 40 minutes
Sophisticated looks and exclusive bodywork have unfailingly implied a no-thrills performance. Now, that may as well be the Secret about LG KF750. What we have here is an exquisitely crafted premium handset with a feature pack worthy of its looks. The LG KF750 Secret is the third slimmest handset to feature a 5 megapixel camera and that's just the icing of the cake. Touch screen and exotic Neon Touch navigation, some amazing video recording capabilities and auto-rotation get delivered in a carbon fiber and tempered glass package. Never has Black Label promised this much.
Two of the slew of new phones launched today by Sony Ericsson are the G700 and G900. Both are billed as lifestyle smart phones. And both have touch screens (this year's must-have feature), web browsers, organizer functions and UMTS radios.
The G700 is supposed to be for the rugged outdoor type, with its 3.2MP camera and RSS news ticker. At least, that's what the Sony Ericsson rep told me. He also struggled not to describe the G900 as a girl's phone, finally stammering out that it was instead "stylish". The G900, available in hot pink, sports a 5MP camera with touch focus: you touch the screen where you want the camera to focus.
Onyx Liscio Mobile Phone Release Announced - Onyx Phone Liscio UK
Pure stunning genius, that’s what the Onyx Liscio is.
With its bold design and unique appearance, the Onyx Liscio fashion phone is anything but bulky and clumsy.
In fact you would go as far as to say that compact is it’s middle name.
The key idea behind this phone is to have it as a secondary phone, one to marvelled at and shown off when out amongst friends rather than being used as a day to day business tool.
Weight: 60g
Talktime: 3 hrs
Standby time: 8 days
Dimensions: 90 x 35 x 18 mm
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The Tri Band GSM Onyx Liscio with GPRS support, weighs an incredible 60 grams, but smaller and lighter does of course mean fewer features and smaller ones at that, like the OLED display for example, which although full colour is just 1.1 inches.
Lacking in advanced technological features such as 3G connectivity and WiFi capabilities, the Onyx Liscio proudly takes this critism on the chin.
It may not be designed for viewing documents and speedy wireless internet connections but it does entertain and boast about itself incredible well.
The MP3 Player keeps you tuned into your music with 11 hours of continuous playback and the FM Radio keeps you up to date with last minute goals and the latest news and sports headlines.
Bluetooth provides wireles data transfers for sharing files and the standard 128MB internal memory is accompanied by a 1GB memory card that is included in the package.
Bluetooth of course comes with A2DP stereo support but there’s an additional wired stereo headset included.
Manage music and contacts and keep in touch with the Onyx Liscio. A phone that’s proud to be different.
Sony W890 Now on Pay As You Go - Sony Ericsson W890 UK
The new Sony Ericsson W890 Silver edition has now been made available on Pay As You Go, great news for those who either cannot pass the network credit checks or just do not like contract phones as they can now buy a Sony W890 without the line rental charges or lengthy contract agreements.
The Sony Ericsson W890i, successor to the popular W880i, sees welcomed improvements to both functionality and overall design.
Although the dimensions are pretty much identical to that of the W880i, the W890i has gained some weight with all the extra functionality onboard and the battery life has certainly been improved now offering 9hrs of talktime.
The camera has been upgraded to 3.2 mega pixels offering higher resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels and autofocus functionality plus supported by a larger 2 inch display screen.
Video calling is available with the presence of a secondary camera and the Walkman Player 3.0 with TrackID music recognition and Music DJ Services has been joined by a built-in FM Radio offering RDS.
As already ascertained, the Sony W890i Walkman Phone is of course 3G enabled with access to a wide range of 3G Services using the HSDPA connection.
As with its predeccesor, the Sony Ericsson W890i is equipped with Stereo Bluetooth Wireless, USB connectivity and GPRS but now includes EDGE Technology on top of that.
With faster connections and data transfer times, accessing online content and downloading files and images is much easier and for more of a pleasurable experience.
Available in either Espresso Black, Mocho Brown or Sparkling Silver, the Sony Ericsson W890i has something for everyone.
RSS feeds keep you posted with the latest news and sports headlines, weather updates and more whilst the 2GB memory stick included in the package proves more than enough memory.
Samsung announces 8 megapixel cameraphone
CES 2006 certainly had its share of new mobile phone announcements, but none of the new mobiles on show matched the current top of the line Korean phones that Samsung and LG have been selling for over a year now. While in Europe and the US we have to make do with the 2 megapixel models from Nokia and Sony Ericsson, in Korea, both mobile phone giants have 5 megapixel camera phones on sale, and have sold more than 300,000 of them between them. Samsung even has a 7 megapixel cameraphone model, the Samsung V770!
However, given that even smaller mobile phone manufacturers, such as Pantech and Gigabyte, have also released 5 megapixel cameraphones in Korea, Samsung clearly feel the need to raise the stakes. They’ve recently announced an 8 megapixel camera phone (Korea only of course), the Samsung SPH-V8200 ! Kind of makes CES 2006 look more like CES 1999! In fact, if it wasn’t for Samsung’s huge array of new phone announcements (25 models at the last count), CES 2006 would have been very poor for mobile phone gadgetry. Not a vintage year, it would seem.
Motorola RAZR2 V9 Review
The RAZR 2 V9 is a superslim 3G clamshell phone that uses premium materials in its construction to give a quality look and feel. A poor camera lets the phone down in imaging terms, but the music player is fantastic, with touchscreen controls, plenty of memory and support for Bluetooth stereo headsets. The only problem with the phone is its below-average battery life.
The Motorola RAZR2 V9 is almost exactly the same as the RAZR2 V8, except that it's a 3G version, with a high-speed HSDPA implementation of 3G, enabling fast downloads at up to 3.6 Mbps. It also allows you to make video calls on a 3G network and can accept a microSD memory card.
The RAZR2 V9 is about the same size as the original RAZR V3, and looks very much like the original. It's built from premium materials - stainless steel & chemically hardened glass - with a two-tone soft-touch housing, and looks and feels like a quality product. The RAZR2 is a much higher-spec phone than the original RAZR though. There have been some design improvements too - the flat keypad is nice and responsive - and the external screen is the largest of its kind and is touch-sensitive. The external touchscreen can be used to control the music player, and also to read and reply to text messages. When not in use as a touchscreen, the external display shows information such as the date and time, or incoming calls. It's a multi-tasking phone, so you can use the music player whilst accessing the other phone functions.
The V9's camera isn't that brilliant. At 2 megapixels and no flash, it's well below average for this class of phone. It supports low-resolution video recording plus 3G video calling. The music player on the other hand is great. The touchscreen controls enable the music player to be operated without having to open the phone, and there's full support for managing playlists on the go. The media player is Windows Media Player® 11, which supports virtually all music formats and enables easy synchronisation with a PC. The internal memory is limited to 45 Mbytes, which isn't very much for storing music, but the V9 can take microSD memory cards up to 2 Gbytes, which is enough to store around 500 tracks. There's full support for wireless Bluetooth headsets, and also microUSB 2.0 connectivity, for fast data transfers from a PC.
Another nice feature in the V9 that first appeared in the RAZR2 V8 is CrystalTalk™. This is a new technology that improves call quality by automatically adjusting the audio to take into account of background noise.
The only thing that we don't like about the V9 is the battery life. The V9 is a slimline phone with two large screens to power, and 3G too, so it isn't surprising to find that the battery runs down pretty quickly. If you're a heavy user, we'd have to say that this isn't the right phone for you. But if you can live with the battery, you'll find the RAZR2 V9 to be a very stylish and feature-rich mobile.
Features of the Motorola RAZR2 V9 include:
Features of the Motorola RAZR2 V9 include:
2.0 megapixel camera with 8x digital zoom
Video camera (176x144 pixels, 15 frames/second, MPEG4 format) plus 3G video calling
Internal display: 262,000 colours, 320 x 240 pixels (2.2 inches)
External display: 262,000 colours, 320 x 240 pixels (2 inches)
Music player (MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+, AAC Enhanced, WAV, AMR NB, XMF, MIDI formats)
Hands-free speaker
CrystalTalk™
Automatic answer (headset or car kit needed)
Speaker independent voice recognition
Conference calling
Voice recorder
Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, email (POP3/IMAP4/SMTP)
Pre-loaded games
Caller id with image
WAP, GPRS Class 12, EDGE Class 12
Opera web browser
Calculator, Alarm Clock, Wallpaper, Screensaver
Memory: 45 Mbytes plus microSD memory card slot (up to 2 Gbytes)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 2.0, USB 2.0
Quadband (GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900) plus 3G HSDPA 2100
Weight: 125g
Size: 103 x 53 x 13.3 mm
Talktime: 3.5 hours
Battery standby: 260 hours
