RIM unveils BlackBerry Curve 8520 available in India

The BlackBerry Curve 8520 now out in the market and can be purchased from anywhere in Airtel outlet in India.

Now, consumers have two options when purchasing the new BlackBerry Curve 8520. One can buy it for Rs.15,990/- then relax and wait until it would be delivered or one could deal with traffic and human contact when buying it from other website online. Either way, you end up having an entry level BlackBerry handset.

Airtel is always in forefront as a partner for launching new technologies and mobile devices in India .They recently covered the launch of first Android powered HTC magic from Airtel . Now Airtel and RIM Canada have came with Blackberry Curve 8520 in India .The major attraction of Blackberry Curve 8520 is that its price is lesser than other Blackberry models. This middle placed Blackberry device has a combination of Blackberry business features and multimedia facilities . Blackberry Curve 8520 is well suited for young office going professionals and students . Blackberry Curve 8520 specifications includes 2 mega pixel camera ,wide screen display, QWERTY keypad and the renowned Blackberry internet services. Blackberry Curve 8520 will also be able to sync with Apple machines after the launch of the software that is expected to be announced soon.

The pricing of Blackberry Curve 8520 is yet another move from RIM for a mind transformation of people from thinking Blackberry as only a Business phone .The BlackBerry storm was a good multimedia phone .But the pricing and some interface and WiFi connectivity issues limited itself only to the top class customers .Blackberry Curve 8520 is suitable for everyone who is looking for an avarage smartphone with internet and office productivity .

Blackberry Curve 8520 specifications :

Blackberry Curve 8520 comes with a 2.64 inch 320×240 pixel screen displays over 65,000 colors . BlackBerry OS, 2.0MP Digital Camera with video Camera Capabilities, 256MB Flash Memory, Wi-Fi,Bluetooth with A2DP, Blackberry email and instant messaging, Multimedia Player, Wireless Email, Organizer, Excellent full function web browser, SMS/MMS
Offers 4.5 hours regular talk time and 17 days standby time, Media player and Radio
Access to Blackberry app world and social networking websites .

Blackberry Curve 8520 Airtel Tariff :

Being a Business phone , Blackberry Curve 8520 needs an internet connection for accessing mail,media, instant messaging and other Blackberry corporate services .Airtel has announced a prepaid tariff plans for Blackberry services .

Data usage Validity
BlackBerry Rs. 299 tariff plan
(BlackBerry Personal Mail) Unlimited 30 days

BlackBerry Rs. 899 tariff plan
(BlackBerry Internet Services) Unlimited 30 days

In the first plan internet is limited to mail, search and some other websites .For full Blackberry Curve 8520 internet experience, you would need to to choose the second prepaid plan from Airtel .

Also Read: New services Schemes for Blackberry

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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.

Samsung M1 with Nvidia processor revealed

Samsung has now released the M1 portable media player, reports Ubergizmo. The YP-M1 PMP was released last month in 8Gb, 16GB and 32GB models. The latest M1 looks pretty similar to the YP-M1 and is powered by Nvidia’s Tegra processor.

The M1 is the latest portable player from Samsung. This player is powered by Nvidia Tegra, an ultra low-power high definition mobile processor. This processor promises to deliver a brilliant visual experience virtually anywhere.

It’s as large as Zune HD screen size, and the screen is probably better in technology perspective.

No news on the availability and pricing.

Imation 32GB Nano Pro flash drive launched in India

The company’s Nano Pro flash drive lineup now upgrades up to 32GB memory capacity. Those looking for larger storage capacity packaged in a small, sleek device, here’s a new creation from Imation.

Imation 32GB Nano Pro Flash Drive is the smallest of the Imation USB drive family and combines a professional design with the performance and storage capacity needed to easily manage and transfer digital files. The miniscule drive is a fusion of a professional design along with performance and storage capacity, required for easier digital file transfers.

Nano Pro Drive’s compact, lightweight and cap-less design allows it to easily slip into the pocket, onto a keychain or even the mobile phone enabling transporting and sharing everyday files extremely easy. It features an all-in-one swivel cap design that protects the drive and makes lost caps a thing of the past. The patented "never-lose" swivel cap, not only never gets lost, but protects the drive too such that the user is assured of complete safety.

Imation Nano Pro Flash Drive is available at Imation India’s authorized channel partners across the country. It is priced as follows: 2GB - Rs. 650, 4GB - Rs. 850, 8GB - Rs.1250, 16 GB - Rs. 2250 and 32GB - Rs. 4500

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.