Archive for 2007

HTC Kasier rumour roundup

This week saw a large number of new rumours about the long awaited HTC Kaiser.

The first relates to a potential name change for the HTC Kaiser/P4550 and suggests that the device will be released under a different name – the HTC TyTN II. HTC wont confirm or deny this name change but it has been voiced elsewhere that the name TyTN II refers to a different device altogether.

Later we heard that the HTC Kaiser is due for launch throughout Europe on the 8th September. This would be good news but for the fact that the 8th September is a Saturday so therefore this seems like an unlikely date.

The final piece of news relates to the US launch of the HTC Kaiser. We already ‘know’ that the device is coming to AT&T as the ‘AT&T Tilt’ but further information from CrunchGear states that they have an ‘inside source’ and that “the AT&T Tilt (aka 8925 aka Kaiser) hits stores September 3rd for $499 with 2-year plan.”

If the above is true then $499 (just about £250) seems like a reasonable price to pay for a device as well featured and powerful as the HTC Kaiser. Mind you – I’m not sure that a two year contract will be everyone’s cup of tea!

EDIT: You can see our TyTN II review HERE.

Posted by: Mark

[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, TyTN II, HTC, HTC P4550]

Skype now available for Nokia N800

Back in July when we posted our review of the Nokia N800 internet tablet there were only a few IM client options available for the device. However, a version of Skype has now been released specifically for the Nokia N800.

Skype for N800

The Skype client really does make the N800 into a much better connected device and a more tempting prospect. The software for the N800 allows you to transfer files, as well as have text and voice conversations with your contacts. I’m not sure if it will support video calls though.

You can download the N800 version of Skype from the Skype Website.

Posted by: Matt

[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC news, Windows Mobile news, Nokia N800, skype, Internet Tablet, eXpansys,Tracy & Matt]

Exclusive HTC devices coming to Orange?

I do not normally post rumours but I heard this nugget from a couple of unconnected sources so I thought I would share it!

The ‘news’ goes a something like this: Orange are allegedly working with HTC to release some new and exclusive devices that will only appear on the Orange network. These mystery devices are said to have unique form factor and never seen before specification.

So what sort of devices could we expect? Could it/they be based upon the HTC Kaiser or maybe more like the HTC Shift devices? Who knows, it could be something totally differnt!?

As I said, this is all unconfirmed speculation. I’ll be asking Orange to comment but doubt that they will confirm or deny the rumour. However if you know anything else then please do let us know!

Posted by: Matt

[Post tag(s): smartphone news, Pocket PC news, Tracy & Matt, Orange, HTC]

HTC P4550 / Kaiser rebrands as TyTN II?

HTC are to call their long-awaited Kaiser device the ‘HTC TyTN II’. At least if you like to believe net rumours! It does seem likely though, and the source is apparently from an HTC certification request. It was to have been released as the ‘HTC P4550’, but since the media and punters alike were refering to it as the successor to the TyTn, it does seem to be a understandable change.

Since the TyTN was so successful for HTC, I’m sure they are also hoping for increased sales for their new mass market device.

The latest information on releases, is that the TyTN II will almost certainly be on Vodafone, and will probably be on Orange, T-Mobile and o2. It’s unclear at present as to whether it will be an SPV branded device on the Orange network.

HTC Kaiser (P4550 / HTC TyTN II) Latest Specification:

The last bullet is interesting. Contary to earlier reports, the TyTN II will support TouchFlo, but the rumour is that this will actually be a cut down version. The reason for this is down to the standard touch screen. The HTC Touch had a highly sensitive and specially strengthened screen to enable the advanced features. Currently, the TyTN II does not.

EDIT: You can order the TyTN II now and get £10 off the purchase price. Details HERE.

Posted by: Mark

[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, TyTN II, HTC, HTC P4550]

MDA Touch on T-Mobile website

T-Mobile started selling the MDA Touch on the 17th July but have only just added the details of the device to their website.

T-Mobile MDA Touch

The world’s first phone to feature an intuitive touch screen, the MDA Touch marries style with cutting-edge technology. Simply sweep your finger across the display to access the animated menu. Touch scrolling and the 2.8 inch LCD screen make web surfing pure pleasure, plus you can receive your emails instantly. Because it runs on powerful Microsoft software, you can browse, email and chat using programmes you know. It also comes with a 2 mega-pixel camera and 1GB microSD card so you can store up to 1000 photos.

The price of the MDA Touch seems really reasonable costing from nothing to £99 depending on the price plan you choose.

Check out the details on the T-Mobile site.

MDA Touch Specification:

Posted by: Matt

[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, T-Mobile, MDA Touch, HTC Elf, HTC P3450]

O2 UK releases Windows Mobile 6 Upgrades

Following in the footsteps of O2 Germany, O2 UK finally released its Windows Mobile Professional ROM upgrades for the O2 Xda Orbit and O2 Xda Trion which can be downloaded free of charge from O2 UK.

XDA WM6 Upgrades

Unlike many other manufacturers/sites you need tom provide your device serial number (Structured like S/N HTxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or S/N: SZxxxxxxxxxxxxxx) rather than your IMEI number.

You can download the WM6 updates for XDA Trion and >XDA Orbit from O2 UK’s website.

Posted by: Matt

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[Post tag(s): smartphone, Pocket PC, Tracy & Matt, XDA Zinc, O2, HTC Hermes, Mars 2, O2 XDA Trion]