India Launches Full Nationwide Mobile Number Portability

Mobile Number Portability (MNP) has finally, after many delays, been launched across India today. The launch of the nationwide service was staged by Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh making an inaugural call to Shri Kapil Sibal, the Union Minister of Communications & IT from a ported number.

Mobile Number Portability (MNP) Service will allow subscribers to retain their existing Mobile Telephone Number even when they switch from one access service provider to another irrespective of mobile technology or from one technology to another technology of the same or any other access service provider within the same service area.

TRAI has put a ceiling of Rs. 19/- on porting charges which the new service provider may collect from the subscriber. Post-paid subscribers before making the porting request, have to make sure that their last bill has been paid failing which the request for change to a new service provider shall be rejected. In the case of pre-paid subscriber any balance amount left will not be carried forward when the number is transferred to the new service provider.

Game Boy Advance USB Drive

The old Game Boy Advance cartridges don’t get used as much as before. Now they find themselves in the backs of closets practically forgotten. Well thankfully one person is giving those old cartridges some use once again. Instead of jamming them into your Game Boy, you’ll be plugging these into the USB port of your computer. Then while it’s not in use it can just hang from your keychain thanks to the built-in keychain ring.

As of now you can find these in 3 different versions. There’s the Mario Vs. Donkey Kong, Super Mario Advance and Metroid Fusion. All except for Super Mario come with 4GB of built-in memory. However, Super Mario actually has 8GB. For those worried about the brand name of their memory, these were created using Kingston memory. The 4GB drives can be purchased for $39.99 through Etsy, whereas the 8GB is priced at $49.99.

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Nokia E72 full QWERTY handset launched in India

Nokia unfurled the newest Eseries offering crafted for business and personal messaging, the Nokia E72. Delving to offer desktop-like, mobile email experience, this full QWERTY smartphone promises to serve as an ideal device for elevating productivity in both professional and personal lives.

The Nokia E72 features push consumer email service, Nokia Messaging and onboard clients for Mail for Exchange and IBM Lotus Notes Traveler. To further enhance the mobile email experience, it allows effortless access to Yahoo! Mail, Gmail, Windows Live Hotmail, Ovi Mail and other email service providers through an on-device email setup.

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Apple iPod Shuffle in five new colors

Apple introduced some new digital audio players today, first up is the announcement that the iPod shuffle is now available in five colors. The 2GB model is priced at $59 while the 4GB model costs $79. Additionally, a special edition polished stainless steel model is available in a 4GB model for $99.

These are the cheapest units in Apple's iPod lineup, but if you don't want too spend too much money it's probably a better idea to take a look at what other manufacturers have to offer because the shuffle is an overpriced unit with quite limited features.

iPod shuffle’s intuitive controls are conveniently located on the headphone cord, letting you navigate and enjoy music without even looking. With the press of a button, you can play, pause, adjust volume and switch playlists, plus the VoiceOver feature lets iPod shuffle speak song titles, artists and playlist names.

The iPod shuffle is available worldwide today in a new 2GB model for just $59 and a 4GB model for $79, and both models come in silver, black, pink, blue and green.

Sony Ericsson 5MP C903 Cyber-shot phone unveiled in India

Sony Ericsson has unveiled its new C903 Cyber-shot handset in India. This phone has been specifically designed for all those social butterflies who love to stay connected with their loved ones. Apart from this, the handset also boasts of its 5 megapixel Cyber-shot camera. Lately Sony Ericsson had made public its Xperia X2.

The C903 promises to keep users connected to their loved ones with the help of a standby Facebook application. This Facebook application allows users to update their status, pictures as well as receive updates about the status of their friends. The handset allows users to upload video and images to social networking sites like YouTube.

The phone is priced at Rs. 18850.

Sony Ericsson unfurls Xperia X2

Bringing to users the best in class email and multimedia experience is the latest creation from Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X2. With prime importance given to all day and night communication, this latest Windows Mobile 6.5 phone effortlessly synchronizes the user’s mail and calendar and lets user open/edit Microsoft Office Mobile documents.

Gain access to the most frequently used phone activities with the unique SlideView feature incorporated in the Xperia X2. The SlideView offers an overview of the missed calls, e-mails, text messages and so on.

The Xperia X2 does not create boundaries by providing- 14 preloaded panels along with 16 more that can be downloaded.

Bell Mobility launches Palm Pre in Canada

The Palm Pre is the latest smartphone proclaimed by Bell Mobility.

The latest technology is exclusively available at Bell Stores and retail partner locations across Canada. This new product is based on Palm’s new webOS platform, getting several mobile phone applications together in a distinctive multi-tasking environment. It comes integrated with renowned social networking tools and search functions.

For facilitating users, the technology lets user use multiple mobile phone applications such as Internet browsing, sending or receiving text messages, emailing and listening to music at the same time. It ensures that users appreciate this overwhelming experience provided by the service. The device does not involve any complicated features so consumers can easily experience these functions with natural finger gestures. Besides, when the consumer does not intend to use any feature in particular, it can be easily turned off by simply flicking it off the top of the screen.

“Bell is only the second carrier in the world to offer the award-winning Palm Pre, which is getting rave reviews for its uniquely attractive design and revolutionary Palm webOS mobile platform. We’ve seen exceptionally strong advance interest in Palm Pre and have worked closely with Palm to ensure we have sufficient stock on hand to satisfy demand,” explained Wade Oosterman, President of Bell Mobility and Chief Brand Officer for Bell.

The innovative rounded ergonomic design brings enormous comfort to the user and fits in user’s hand or pocket very properly. It is quite smooth and comfortable to carry and use which probably makes it appealing. The Palm Pre offers a physical keyboard that slides out from beneath a large touchscreen thereby delivering faster access to any content either on device or web.

Palm webOS also comes equipped with Palm Synergy which brings the user’s information into one logical view. This facility ensures that people do not get tensed about tracking multiple calendars, contacts, email accounts and messaging applications. Its attractive Synergy feature takes the information out of a client’s Outlook, Google and Facebook accounts which also includes Facebook profile pictures into the contacts application.

The recently launched product offers a universal and extensive search allowing users to find what they need with ease. They only have to slide open the keyboard, start typing for getting quick and instant results. These results are made available from the device apps, contracts and famous Internet sites such as Google, Google Maps, Wikipedia and Twitter.

Palm Pre from Bell Mobility is now available for $199.99 (approx. Rs. 9,703) with a three year contract and for $599.95 (approx. Rs. 29,109) without any contract with minimum 500MB data plan.

(via techgadgets.in)

Sharp plans to launch palm-sized NetWalker

Sharp Japan announces the NetWalker PC-Z1 Smartbook in the land of the Rising Sun. The PC-Z1 joins the NetWalker line of smartbook line as one of the first model in the line-up to run the Ubuntu OS. It sports a 5-inch touchscreen display and packs the power of an ARM Cortex-A8-based Freescale i.MX515 800MHz processor, 512MB of memory and 4GB flash memory plus a microSDHC card slot to expand on the 4GB.

Features of the Sharp NetWalker PC-Z1 Smartbook includes QWERTY keyboard, integrated left and right mouse buttons, WiFi 802.11b/g connectivity and runs Ubuntu 9.04 ARM edition Linux OS.

The Sharp NetWalker PC-Z1 Smartbook is schedule for launch on September 25th and will be available in late October in the colors of White and Black.

The Sharp NetWalker is a palm-sized device that weighs around 409g. It features a battery that promises to provide a usage time of about 10 hours. The Sharp NetWalker is also known as the PC-Z1. This device allows users to send and receive e-mails and also create documents. It lets users download entertainment content like dictionaries, novella and comics.

HTC Mega specifications leaked

The specifications of the rumored HTC Mega have been leaked reports Engadget.
Rumors suggest a September or October release date. An unusual suggestion is that the phone will ship with Windows Mobile 6.1, and not v6.5 as should soon become standard.

Mega is identified as a low-end WM 6.5 smartphone featuring similar specifications, but half the ROM, and a 2.8-inch QVGA touchscreen. The camera is likewise reduced to a three-megapixel fixed-focus model, and network support is scaled back to GSM, EDGE and HSDPA. Little is known about the Tachi, except that it may be unlikely to arrive in the US.

Specifications are said to include a larger 3.6-inch WVGA touchscreen, as well as "world phone" support through GSM and CDMA receivers. Driving the device is a 528MHz processor, paired with 256MB of RAM and 512MB of ROM; GPS and a five-megapixel autofocus camera should carry over from other Diamond 2s.

The zoom-strip from the Diamond2 and Pro2 is also present, and inside HTC’s old favorite, the Qualcomm MSM7225 528MHz processor, does duty with 256MB ROM and 256MB RAM.

LG Arena hits one million sales mark

The LG Arena handset also known as the KM900 has crossed the one million sales mark in just five months. The Arena was officially unveiled in February at the Mobile World Congress. The LG-KM900 was launched in India in June.

The sales of the phone have rapidly increased after its commercial launch in April. Attaining this milestone in five months has put the sales of the Arena way ahead of the LG Viewty phone. The Viewty has crossed the eight million mark since its launch in October 2007.

LG KM900 Arena has got online pre order of 1 million as of date as per information. This shows that LG KM900 will perform very well and will surely be at par with the other success stories of LG like LG Chocolate, Viewty and Shine, whose sale crossed 1o million mark.

Its highlights include: a 3 inch WVGA touchscreen display, 3D S-Class UI, 8MP camera, GPS, Wi-Fi and 8GB of internal memory. It has a standard battery stand by time upto 300 hours and talk time upto 3 hours 50 minutes.  The phone does not have infrared port. The phone has bluetooth and USB port.

Disney releases Netpal netbook

Kids need not wait to lay their hands on the netbook specially designed for them, Disney and Asus have finally released the Disney Netpal for children. The netbook is available in Magic Blue and Princess Pink version and can be pre-ordered from ToysRUs.

Both Asus and Disney have designed the Disney Netpal by keeping in mind the parental concerns and children’s requirements. Reportedly, the netbook offers ‘intuitive and fun applications’ along with ‘robust safety features’ which enable children to safely browse the web.

The Netpal is based on Eee PC that comes equipped with a 8.9-inch LCD display, a Wi-Fi connectivity, an Intel Atom processor, and a Microsoft Windows XP OS with a customized interface featuring themes such as Mickey Mouse, Cars, Toy Story and WALL-E. You can choose from a 16GB SSD or a 160GB hard drive, while color choices include pink with floral designs or blue with Mickey Mouse icons.

Netpal model is priced at $350 and should be available in July 2009.

Nokia 1662 India

Nokia 1662 cell phone is the cheapest phone. In Nokia many facilities like color Displayed, good production and service.

Nokia 1662 is user friendly and connecting people who's are very near to you. It has FM radio, speakerphone and also torch. It is easily used by anyone and also is an easy-to-use mobile phone that helps keep you connected to friends and family and offers a range of useful features designed to assist you in your everyday life.

Nokia 1662 Specifications:

Model: Nokia
Internal Memory: 250 SMS
GSM Bands: 850/1900
SKU Status: Pre- order
Internal Memory:Up to 8 hours
Weight: 82 g
Dimensions: 108 x 45 x 13.8 mm
Battery: 720mAh
Camera : No
Main Display : 65k color 128x160 pixel TFT

The Nokia 1662 is Practical phone. Features a colorful display , FM radio, multiple phonebooks, Fash light, themas etc.

Price: Rs.1850

Do you think the new innovative watch phones will make a big impact?

With the new innovative watch phone, I am sure it would definitely make a big impact.

The Watch Phone is the must-have gadget in coming year. Though many companies has made such a nice watch phone using excellent materials and stylistic elements found in watches from top manufacturers to ensure that people will be comfortable wearing it for any occasion. Some of the watch phone are handcrafted, exclusively limited, and will turn heads on the high street.

Yes, the LG Watch Phone has a curved tempered glass face, high quality metal casing and is a mere 13.9mm thick and appears to simply be a high-end timepiece. 3G Watches sales the most innovative models of cellular watches on the market at an affordable price. As we know that recently LG has introduced a watch phone which hasn't gone into product yet which has left many gadget lover's on the edge of their seats. These watches offer's watch phones loaded with a mp3, mp4 player, touch screen, Bluetooth, digital, and video camera what else we want??

Companies like Samsung has announced the launch of the S9110 watchphone and on the other hand LG GD910 is the world's first 3G touch watchphone and claims to be the thinnest watch phone on the market, at 11.98mm (.47in). The company credits its advanced surface mounting technology for this achievement.

The Cell Phone Watch works like a regular cell phone, which means that it also supports SMS and MMS, Bluetooth has a file manager, comes with a voice recorder, and even displays JPEG images. I think the teenagers and others who are gadget lovers will love this watch phone more than anything else in coming years due to its light weight, easy to carry, can't forget anywhere and leave their bulky phone in a car. Well, it's still too early to predict just how much the watch phone will evolve and make a big impact but this is for sure that this just may be the way of the future. The Watch Phone is the first of these devices, all focused on bringing a 21st-century experience to our 21st century customers.


Thus, an new innovative technology of watch phone will make a big impact.

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LG unveils the new LG Chocolate phone

LG Electronics officially announced the launch of the new LG Chocolate phone namely the LG-BL40 that is the fourth handset of the Black Label Series.

This phone boasts of a 4.0-inch wide screen HD LCD which is designed with curved tempered glass and is encased in a glossy black finish. It exhibits a pixel resolution of 800 x 345 for high-end viewing quality. The wide screen with aspect ratio 21:9 modifies it making it a class apart from other screen designs. The enlarged screen provides users with an efficient and convenient mobile environment.

Nokia N86 comes to US

Nokia is all set to launch the N86 handset in the US. The Nokia N86 was officially unveiled in February this year and was launched in India earlier this month.

The main highlight of the phone is the 8 megapixel camera with dual LED flash and Carl Zeiss optics. This 8MP camera will allow users to capture crisp and clear images. The clicked images can be viewed on its 2.6-inch AMOLED screen.

Other features have been included in the package as well, such as the Share Online client that comes pre-installed on the device and allows for images and videos to be shared with only one click on favorite social network sites. There are also the over-the-air uploads that need to be mentioned, as well as the Ovi Share support, preloaded Ovi services, including Ovi Maps, N-Gage and Ovi Files, and others more, just as anyone would expect from an Nseries device.

As for the hardware specs of the phone, we can count an AMOLED 2.6-inch QVGA display, delivering a 240 x 320-pixel resolution along with support for up to 16 million colors, assisted GPS (A-GPS), TV-out support, a microUSB connector, Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity, a 3.5 mm stereo headphone plug, 8GB of internal memory and a microSD memory card slot that offers users the possibility to add up to 16GB of external storage space into the equation.

The Nokia N86 8MP seems to be a great device for the US market, which joins other 8MP behemoths that are available in the country, including the Sony Ericsson C905a that went live on AT&T's airwaves only three days ago. What this device has to offer to users includes a camera that sports dual LED flash, video light, variable diaphragm and Carl Zeiss Tessar optics. In addition, the phone also comes with the Symbian S60 3rd Edition, Feature Pack 2 operating system, in a dual sliding form factor.

Honeywell Dolphin 6100 mobile computer

Honeywell has released its new Dolphin 6100 mobile computer. This is an expansion to its existing Dolphin range of mobile computers. It sports a small stylish, lightweight, and compact design.

This device bundles up data collection, communication and imaging capabilities. It offers enhanced mobility and productivity as well as enables single-handed easy scanning.

“The Dolphin 6100 meets a need that many customers have expressed over the years. Finally, there is an intelligent device for retail and in-premise markets that delivers both performance and aesthetics,” said Garrison Gomez, Manager of Mobility Marketing, Honeywell Scanning & Mobility.

This pocket-sized device provides mobile workers with the tools needed to streamline tasks, improve productivity, and maximize investment protection.

• Ultra-lightweight device provides instinctive data entry and comfortable single-handed use in a stylish form factor
• Integrated 802.11b/g technology delivers real-time network access to critical information and supports advanced wireless security standards
• Combines a new, class-leading microprocessor (Marvell XScale PXA300) with a powerful, familiar and easy-to-use platform (Microsoft® Windows CE 5.0)
• Comprehensive suite of intuitive software utilities simplify device configuration, application development, and remote device management
• Adaptus® Imaging Technology 5.0 reads linear and 2D bar codes, captures digital images, and enables electronic signature capture—enabling workers to do more with a single device
• Constructed for reliable use in light industrial in-premise environments

Nokia Surge Smartphone available through AT&T

Nokia announced that its S60-powered Surge smartphone will be available to AT&T customers starting on July 19. The novel-looking Surge features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard and is well-suited to messaging tasks.

Users can now enjoy consistent connection with their family and friends on the social networking sites with AT&T and Nokia’s new offering. Launched by AT&T and Nokia, this 3G-enabled Nokia Surge smartphone is packed with amazing multimedia and networking features with Symbian S60 multitasking capabilities.

It is sleek and stylish smartphone with a comfortable QWERTY full slide-out keyboard. This smartphone is supported by Flash to enable a complete view of websites (full HTML) as well as videos on You Tube. Users may also post images, videos, messages and comments to web sites like Facebook while traveling, thanks to the pre-installed JuiceCaster application.

Impressive features of Nokia Surge:

• 2.4-inch QVGA (240 x 320 pixels resolution) screen display
• 2 megapixel color camera with 4X digital zoom
• Full HTML web browser with Flash support for viewing most sites in full HTML or watching YouTube videos
• A-GPS with AT&T Navigator support providing users an audible turn-by-turn directions
• AT&T Mobile Music allows users to listen and download their favorite music from Napster Mobile, eMusic Mobile, XM Radio and more over the air
• AT&T Video Share allows users to share live video over wireless devices while participating in a voice call
• JuiceCaster allows users to share videos and images from their wireless device to the Web’s most popular sites including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr

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Father'Day: Gift idea!!

Today, that we celebrate Father's Day so happily and proudly for having a father and honouring our fathers for their contribution in our life and father figures make to the lives of their children, I am proud to say that I am a daughter of my father.

Well, Father's day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June, each year. Now, that we celebrate this day, I am just thinking what should I gift him to let him know that I love him so much. Though, gifts are a part of Father's Day. But sometimes it's difficult to find the perfect gift ideas that say, "I love you dad, and I appreciate all the sacrifices you have done for me..".

Our father always gave us his best, so I am thinking few gift idea which would be the very best for our father to make him feel special.

First thing comes in my mind is an "Auto Card Manager", this allows a person to carry all of his important cards; ID, driver's license, debit cards, credit cards, and cash, all in one functional, stylish and compact device. The auto card manager will help stay organised, save time, and keep his plastic cards intact for good by protecting them from cracking.Pics: An Auto Card Manager

Second is a "Bridle Leather Dress Wallet", although trendy, these are not too practical if he tends to keep his wallet in the back pocket of his pants, it will make him feel like a million bucks.

Third one is a "Watch", if your father is still wearing that old 10-year-old watch, it's time to replace it with a timepiece that speaks volumes about a man's style and taste. Let your father know that you appreciate the time he took to raise you with values because as you get older, time flies by quickly, and with this new watch, it'll fly in style and your father will remember you every time he checks the time.

I hope among these gifts you could choose a proper and special gift for your father along with me and this father's day gift idea will surely make your father feel special.

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Happy' Father Day!!