Vertu Constellation Ayxta: Clamshell, expensive and built like a German tank

A press photo of the Vertu Constellation Ayxta has leaked, but it has still not been announced on either Nokia (NYSE: NOK)’s site or Vertu’s site. If T3 is to be believed, then this thing has a microSD slot, 3 megapixel camera, microUSB port, ringtones recorded by Zero 7, the concierge service of course, all for 4,900 to 6,500 Euros depending on how much bling you want. A bit disappointing, some thought this would be vertu’s first GPS enabled device. Anyway, none of you are going to buy this, but...

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New Samsung Pixon12 Shows up in South Korea with 3x Optical Zoom

Samsung’s photographic beast, the Pixon12, is still relatively young in the European market, but the manufacturer hasn’t forgotten their home turf. South Korean service provider SK Telecom will apparently be offering a new version of the Pixon12 called the SCH-W880, which notably includes 3 x optical zoom. Right, like the camera needed more pampering. A similar model, bearing the number M8920, made the rounds earlier this summer, but not without any additional information; hopefully more detailed...

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T DOCOMO’s Touch Wood mockups make naughty puns easy

we’re still not entirely sold on the intersection of gadgets and wood. Nevertheless, companies keep pumping out the concepts in response to our greener times. Here’s NTT DOCOMO’s effort using surplus wood leftover from Pacific culling operations. The Touch Wood prototype was developed in tandem with Sharp and Olympus and is based on the SH-04A slider…. Read more…Categories: Mobile Technology Tags: ceatec, cypress, itu telecom world, ItuTelecomWorld, mockup, ntt docomo, NttDocomo, olympus, Prototype,...

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Sony VGN-Z598U/B

Sony's high-powered multimedia business machine is compelling; but when fully loaded, it costs as much as a used car.Everyone talks about the Apple tax - the premium you're paying for an Apple product. The same could technically be said for some of .Sony's more uniquely designed notebooks, like the Sony VAIO VGN-Z598U. This ultraportect (yeah, as if that's the case these days), then by all means, scoop up this overstuffed, lightweight beautyable class starts at $1,499, but our review unit balloons...

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Citysearch for BlackBerry Updated

If you’ve ever used the Citysearch app for BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM), you’ll know how handy it can be… it delivers local business listings, shows you where to grab a bite to eat, where to shop, gives you reviews and ratings on local restaurants and a whole lot more. Super handy. Of course, depending where you live will certainly change how effective the app is. If you live in a small town in the middle of nowhere, not much info will be available. Although, I suppose if that were the case you wouldn’t...

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New Black Berry Bluetooth Headset Coming Soon...

We had heard that RIM was going to be making a new mono Bluetooth headset after it passed through the special interest group last month, and based on its “Coming Soon” listing in the official accessory store, it seems like the HS-500 is well on its way. The description boasts automatic volume adjustment, support for turn-by-turn directions, and noise cancellation. This isn’t RIM’s first Bluetooth headset, but with their recent car visor making the rounds and all of this talk about a watch accessory,...

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Nokia Surge

The Nokia Surge ($80 with a two-year contract; as of 8/10/09) is a great starter smartphone for teenagers or those wary of high-priced handsets. It has a few design quirks, and the construction is a bit flimsy, but you get a solid set of features for an affordable price.Would You Buy This?5Yes1NoNokia Surge Test ScoresOverall 78Before You BuyHow to Buy a CellphoneTop Cell PhonesGot a Hot Tip?Seen news about this product? Send us a link.The Surge is incredibly pocketable, measuring 3.8 by 2.2 by...

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Video: Moblin 2.1 for MIDs and phones, sort of in action

Although Intel made some waves yesterday with the announcement of the smartphone-capable Moblin 2.1 release, the reality here on the ground at IDF is pretty much status quo: phones and other connected devices based on the next-gen Moorestown mobile platform are nowhere to be found, and the actual products on the floor are the same chunky MIDs we've all come to know and ignore. But while the devices remain somewhat uninteresting, Moblin itself has some terrific potential from what we've seen -- there's deep location and social networking integration...

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Five iPhone apps that can save you money

As I often tell people, it's not the price of the iPhone that bothers me--it's the monthly fees! (Grumble, grumble, AT&T, grumble.)Alas, while there's no way to get around that $70/month minimum, at least I can use my iPhone to save money on other things: gas, groceries, books, DVDs, and even energy. Let's take a look at five killer apps that can help you pocket extra cash. * BetterDeal Next time you find yourself standing in a supermarket trying to figure out which size box of corn flakes...

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Black berry 9630

With World Phone capabilities on a 3G network, a 3.2 MP camera and enhanced multimedia features, the BlackBerry® Tour™ 9630 smartphone helps you do more, whether it's around the corner or around the world. * Scratch-Proof, patented filmt * Military Grade * Lifetime Guarantee * No added bulk * Improves grip * Invisible protection * Easy to remove, leaving no sticky residueYou can choose the Full Body Coverage or the Screen coverage with the links below.Full Body Coverage $24.99 Screen Coverage...

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Blackberry Bold 9000 A Great Revolution....

The Blackberry Bold offers the ultimate convergence of business function and entertainment. Now, however, Blackberry has unleashed a phone that goes way beyond the ordinary. For starters, the Blackberry Bold is a 3G phone, enabling blazing fast connectivity, html web browsing, a best in class brilliant display, GPS (with Blackberry Maps), and Wi-Fi. The Rim Blackberry 9000 Bold also offers extreme multimedia features, such as an integrated media player that plays both music and videos, along with...

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AT&T Re-releases BlackBerry Bold Firmware with Visual Voicemail

OS 4.6.0.297 for the BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) Bold on AT&T (NYSE: T) is once again available after an initial release followed quickly by some technical difficulties and a retraction of the firmware earlier this month. The big deal with this particular patch is the addition of a free visual voicemail application, allowing subscribers to cruise through their voicemail without having to dial in. To get started on your Bold, go to RIM’s software download site for AT&T, and pick out the BlackBerry...

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AT&T Re-releases BlackBerry Bold Firmware with Visual Voicemail

OS 4.6.0.297 for the BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) Bold on AT&T (NYSE: T) is once again available after an initial release followed quickly by some technical difficulties and a retraction of the firmware earlier this month. The big deal with this particular patch is the addition of a free visual voicemail application, allowing subscribers to cruise through their voicemail without having to dial in. To get started on your Bold, go to RIM’s software download site for AT&T, and pick out the BlackBerry...

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