The LiMo Foundation announces the second LiMo compliant device built using the LiMo Platform Release 2 in the form of the new Vodafone 360 Samsung M1 handset. This latest Samsung handset features Vodafone’s customizable 360 user interface which provides “a new set of Internet services for the mobile and PC that gathers all of a customer’s friends, communities, entertainment, and personal favorites in one place.”

For those of you not familiar with the LiMo Foundation, the organization was launched in January of 2007 to provide an open and consistent Mobile Linux-based handset operating system. According to their press release, there are now 44 commercially available LiMo-based handsets.

The Samsung M1 has the following features and specs:

• HSDPA 3.6 Mbps 2100 and EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900  support
• Linux OS (2.6.24) LiMo R2.0.1
• 3.2 inch WQVGA TFT display with support for 16 million colors
• 3 megapixel fixed focus camera with digital zoom
• Video support includes MPEG4 / H.263/ H.264, Divx, Xvid, WMV /VGA 15fps recording
• Audio support includes MP3, AAC, AAC+, AAC+(e), WMA, AMR
• Built-in GPS
• Web Player
• Vodafone 360 3D user interface applications including People View, Time Line View, Menu Mode, Search View
• Bluetooth 2.0 support
• Support for up to 32GB microSD cards
• Measures 55.4 x 112 x 13.4mm
• 1500mAh Battery

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The new Samsung 933HD+ and 2333HD LCD monitors deliver integrated HDTV functionality in desktop monitor form factors with features such as:

• Built-in digital TV tuner with optional cable or satellite connection
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and a fast 5 ms response rate
• 1366 x 768 resolution for 19 inch 933HD+
• 1920 x 1080 resolution for 23 inch 2333HD
• Glossy black finish with rounded bottom edge and matching crystal-like acrylic bar
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• Settings such as brightness, backlight, and color effects can be customized with a touch of a key using the MagicColor, MagicBright, Color Effect and Image Size functions
• Up to two HDMI connections depending on the model
• Built-in stereo sound system
• 2333HD comes with Dolby Digital support
• Remote control

The Samsung 933HD+ has an estimated street price of $249.99 while the 2333HD has an estimated street price of $329.99.

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MetroPCS introduces their first Windows Mobile 6.1 smartphone in the form of the new Samsung Code (SCH-i220) handset. Features of the Samsung Code include:

• Optional WizPro interface allows users to easily customize their home screen
• Full complement of Microsoft productivity applications including contacts, calendar, tasks, notes, voice recorder, and Windows Live
• ActiveSync technology support
• Full HTML web browser
• Stereo Bluetooth support
• 2.0 megapixel camera
• Support for up to 32GB memory cards
• QWERTY keyboard
• Built-in MP3 player

The Samsung Code is available now at MetroPCS for $299.

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Looking to capitalize on the ever growing computer mobile market, Samsung introduces two LCD monitors today designed specifically to serve as secondary displays for notebook PCs – the Lapfit LD220G & LD190N. These monitors are designed to be portable (weigh less than 10 pounds) similar to how you might take your notebook PC with you wherever you go. Other conveniences include a built-in kickstand, a slim form factor, quick customizations at the touch of a key, and a low profile designed to stay level with a notebook PC.

Here’s a breakdown of the two monitors.

Lapfit LD190N:

• 1360 x 768 resolution
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000:1
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 5ms response time
• Low power consumption

Lapfit LD220G:

• 1920×1080 resolution
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000:1
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 5ms response time
• UbiSync technology for connectivity via USB – allows users to quickly plug-in and manage multiple monitors without using additional video cards or changing system settings
• USB hub
• Low power consumption

The new Lapfit monitors are available now with the Lapfit LD22G going for $249.99 and the Lapfit LD190N going for $149.99.

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The number of Android-based handset announcements just keep on coming. This time, it’s Sprint and Samsung’s turn as the two companies announced the upcoming availability of the new Samsung Moment – Samsung’s first U.S. handset integrating Android with Sprint’s EV-DO 3G network.

Here’s what you need to know about the Moment:

• As with other Android handsets, the Moment integrates several Google mobile services including Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, and YouTube
• Supports Android Market where you can download/purchase from thousands of apps
• 3.2 inch AMOLED touch-screen display
• 800MHz processor
• Slide-out QWERTY keyboard
• Customizable home screen with apps, shortcuts, and widgets
• 3.2 megapixel camera with flash and camcorder with auto-focus
• Stereo Bluetooth 2.0 wireless connectivity
• Expandable memory up to 32GB
• Sprint TV with live and on-demand programming
• NFL Mobile Live and NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile
• Easy access to social networking sites including Facebook, Flickr, and Twitter
• Built-in media player with 3.5 mm headphone jack
• Visual voice mail
• Access to personal and corporate email through ActiveSync
• Wi-Fi
• Integrated GPS navigation and accelerometer

The Samsung Moment will be available starting on November 1st for a price of $179.99 after a $50 dollar instant savings, a $100 mail-in rebate, and a new two year agreement. Pre-registration for the Samsung Moment begins today at www.sprint.com/moment

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Samsung announced today their first internal Blu-ray/DVD/CD combo drive called the SH-B083. The new drive supports the following features:

• Reads Blu-ray discs and reads/writes CD/DVDs
• Reads BD-R and BD-ROM discs at up to 8x speeds
• Reads CDs at up to 40x and DVDs at up to 16x
• Average access speed of 350ms
• Comes with two lenses for more stable reading and writing – one lens for BD read and one lens for CD/DVD read/writes
• Spherical Aberration Compensation Technology (SACT) improves reading quality on a BD drive whose protective layer does not have a uniform thickness
• Precision Step Control Technology (PSCT)
• Four point skew adjustment
• Optical lens cooling system reduces heat buildup
• Eco-friendly drive with low power consumption and aerodynamic frame design to lower acoustic noise by preventing pressure concentration in several areas of the bezel and the door
• Bundled Cyberlink Powerproducer software
• Front bezel includes chic mirror front door design and blue LED

The Samsung SH-B083 will be available in November – no word on pricing as of yet.

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AT&T announced four new mobile phones on Monday – two each from Samsung and Pantech – all of which feature AT&T’s new HTML web browser as well as physical and virtual keyboards. The new models are the Pantech Reveal, Pantech Impact, Samsung Mythic, and Samsung Flight. Here’s what you need to know about each model.

Pantech Reveal:

• Available starting on October 18th in red and blue
• Slim slider phone
• Open-faced numeric keypad on the front which slides up to reveal full keyboard underneath
• Both sets of keys stays active simultaneously allowing you fast access to both numbers and letters at the same time
• Supports AT&T Navigator
• 3G support
• GPS
• Web surfing
• Built-in music player

Pantech Impact:

• OLED touch screen
• Send text messages, make calls, and control music library without having to open the phone
• Screen features haptic controls which register each key press with a soft tactile buzz
• Sideways flip of the phone reveals full physical keyboard and secondary display
• Tri-band 3G support
• Available in pink and blue

Samsung Mythic:

• 3.3 inch touch-screen only device
• AT&T Mobile TV capable
• Scroll the home screen left and right using the touch of your finger
• Support for AT&T Navigator, AT&T Social Net, att.net etc
• TouchWiz user interface for quick access to your favorite features and widgets

Samsung Flight:

• Vertical sliding form factor with full keyboard underneath
• Textured design and subtle ridge on the back makes it easy to text or use the touch screen with a single hand
• User interface provides one-touch access to shortcuts, favorites, and messaging
• Available in red and silver and coming out in November

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Sprint has a new Windows Mobile smartphone coming and its called the Samsung Intrepid. Featuring Windows Mobile 6.5, the Intrepid supports Sprints’s EV-DO Rev A network, international roaming, and a new customizable Today screen which displays the features the user access the most as well as important information such as new emails, text messages, missed calls, and upcoming appointments.

Features and specs to the Intrepid include:

• 2.5 inch touch-screen display with 320 x 240 resolution
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• 3.2 megapixel camera and camcorder
• Microsoft ActiveSync and Microsoft Office Mobile (edit Word and Excel files, view PowerPoint)
• Windows Mobile email
• Stereo Bluetooth support
• microSD slot with support for up to 32GB
• Easy access to social networking sites including Facebook, Flickr, and Twitter
• IM and threaded text messaging
• Wi-Fi connectivity
• Pre-installed SIM card

The Samsung Intrepid will be available starting on October 11th for a price of $149.99 along with a new two year agreement (and after a $50 dollar instant savings, and $100 mail-in rebate)

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With the holiday season fast approaching, T-Mobile has decided to announce their upcoming holiday lineup of 3G-enabled mobile phones – including several Android powered headsets from the likes of HTC, Samsung, and Motorola. The new upcoming phones are as follows:

T-Mobile myTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition:

The myTouch 3G Fender Limited Edition is the latest Android powered handset to come from T-Mobile’s myTouch family. Slated to come out later this year and designed for music lovers out there, the 3G Fender features a guitar-inspired wood-grain finish, integration of Google web services, a 3.5mm headset jack, a pre-installed 16GB microSD card, and exclusive pre-loaded audio/video clips from iconic musicians out there.  No word on pricing as of yet.

Samsung Behold II:

The Samsung Behold II is the first Android-powered handset from Samsung and T-Mobile and features a 3.2 inch AMOLED touch-screen display, Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface, and support for T-Mobile’s 3G network. The handset comes with Samsung’s exclusive cube menu user interface with easy access to features such as photos, music, videos, the web, Amazon MP3, and YouTube services. Other specs include built-in Google mobile services. Wi-Fi support, support for email and corporate email with Exchange ActiveSync, IM support, text/picture/video messaging, a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus and flash, five shooting modes and video capabilities, visual voicemail, a built-in MP3 player, up to 16GB of external memory, assisted GPS, and Bluetooth 2.1. Expect the Behold II later this year.

Motorola CLIQ with MOTOBLUR:

Yes – T-Mobile’s got another first for this holiday season and it’s the MOTOROLA CLIQ. The CLIQ is Motorola’s first Android-powered handset and features Motorola’s MOTOBLUR solution which manages and integrates communications – from work email to social networking activity – all to the CLIQ’s home screen. You’ll get synchronized updates from source such as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Gmail, and personal/work email. Other features include a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 3.1 inch HVGA full touch-screen display, and two color options- winter white, and titanium. Pre-sales for the CLIQ will begin on October 19th with nationwide sales to begin on November 2nd. The CLIQ will be available for $199 along with a new two-year agreement.

T-Mobile Tap:

The T-Mobile Tap is a stylish, attractive, and affordable touch-screen phone featuring support for T-Mobile 3G network, T-Mobile web2go web browsing, a 2 megapixel camera with video capture and playback, a built-in music player, GPS for location-based services powered by TeleNav, stereo Bluetooth support, and support for personal e-mail, SMS, MMS, and IM. Due out later this year, the Tap will be available in two colors – berry and midnight blue.

Nokia 3711:

Finally, the Nokia 3711 is a flip-phone with a unique hidden-until-lit external display. Features include support for T-Mobile’s 3G network, T-Mobile’s web2go web browser, built-in GPS for use with Nokia Maps, a 2 megapixel camera with video capture, stereo Bluetooth, Series 40 OS, and support for IM and email. The phone will be available in the coming weeks in a sable finish color. No word on pricing for either the Nokia 3711 or the T-Mobile Tap.

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Samsung announced last week that their entire lineup of Omnia smartphones would be equipped with Windows Mobile 6.5 once the OS is released by Microsoft. Current owners of Windows-based Omnia phones will also be eligible for upgrades although a timetable has yet to be determined.

Finally Samsung announced the latest model to hit the Omnia series – the B7330 (pictured above). Features of the B7330 include:

• Windows Mobile 6.5 Standard
• Quad-band GSM/EDGE support
• 7.2 Mbps HSDPA/2 Mbps HSUPA radios
• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity
• Built-in aGPS
• Built-in FM with RDS support
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• 3 megapixel autofocus camera
• microSD card support (up to 32B)

The B7330 will be available in October.

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