Press Releases

Huawei launches the IDEOS X5 smartphone

Huawei, a leader in providing next-generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world, today unveiled the Huawei IDEOST X5, the most recent addition to the IDEOST family of smart devices. Featuring the latest email, document, and calendar management tools and the powerful AndroidT 2.2 operating system, the X5 is an ultra-sleek touchscreen device that redefines convenience and productivity for today’s busy professionals. From hardware, software to product design, each detail of the Huawei IDEOS X5 is specifically chosen to bring consumers a smart mobile experience that is easy to enjoy.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc official

We gave you our predictions on the Sony Ericsson Arc yesterday and as promised here is the official press release from Sony Ericsson.

It looks pretty sweet if you ask me.

Sony Ericsson today unveils the new XperiaT arc smartphone with cutting edge Sony technology and an exceptional multimedia experience on the latest version of the AndroidT platform – 2.3. XperiaT arc is the first of a new generation of Xperia smartphones to be announced in 2011.

Bert Nordberg, President, Sony Ericsson said, “We’re starting strong in 2011 by introducing our most exciting XperiaT product yet. XperiaT arc combines state-of-the-art Sony technology with breathtaking design to entertain and wow consumers. All on the latest AndroidT release.”

LG announce the Optimus Black

LG has today unveiled its latest Android offering, the Optimus Black. This new beast is sporting a 4 inch NOVA display screen, which LG state is ‘”designed to be the brightest, clearest and most readable among mobile screens with 700 nits of brightness for optimal visibility”.

Although running Android 2.2 the device is capable of running 2.3 Gingerbread and I presume an update will follow.

The full press release can be found after the break:

Archos 70 Tablet – With 250GB memory!

Holy smoke, this one has a shed load of internal storage! Unfortunately this latest offering from Archos is lacking Android 2.3 and instead comes with 2.2, but I am sure that will bet sorted soon with an update.

See the full press release below:

Research In Motion third quarter results

Despite the Android platform having a huge affect on the mobile market RIM seem to be holding their own with BlackBerry sales at the moment. The company yesterday released sales results for Q3 2010.

Record BlackBerry® smartphone shipments of 14.2 million grew 40% over the same quarter last year
. Revenue grew 40% over the same quarter last year to $5.5 billion
. Q3 Earnings per share of $1.74 were up 58% over the same quarter last year
. Cash increased by $446 million to $2.5 billion at the end of the quarter

You can see the full press release after the break:

All you can eat data from Three

Mobile network Three has opened up data on its ground-breaking tariff The One Plan.

From today Three moves away from a world of data allowances, to give The One Plan customers all-you-can-eat data, challenging the limited offers and additional charges other operators levy on smartphone users.

The change is aimed at giving customers peace of mind when it comes to data – so they can surf, email, update, watch, listen or play freely on their smartphone – making the most of all it can do.

This is the second time Three has challenged the UK mobile industry with The One Plan.

BlackBerry App World now accepting apps for the BlackBerry Playbook

Developers can now submit apps and become eligible for a free BlackBerry PlayBook!

In addition, RIM outlined how developers can become eligible to get a free BlackBerry PlayBook if their app is submitted and approved for distribution on BlackBerry App World prior to the launch of BlackBerry PlayBook in North America*.

Orange launch the LG Optimus One with UMA

Orange have today announced they are stocking the LG Optimus One Android device with the added bonus of UMA.

A smartphone that caters for your needs without complicating matters. The LG Optimus One takes the hassle out of phone customisation with its app advisor, uses Android 2.2 for faster web-browsing, and the capactive screen responds to your every touch. With camera, media player, social networking apps and more, if you’re looking for a simple solution then you’ve found your phone.

If you have poor signal strength at home then the Optimus One could be right up your street. The UMA technology that Orange support will enable your phone to route all phone calls as well as data over your home broadband connection via Wi-Fi, therefore giving you full signal strength.

To find out more about UMA click here.

Why not pop over the the Orange site and see what deals they have with the Optimus one.

Full specification after the break:

T-Mobile Vibe announced – One for the kids?

ZTE Corporation, has today launched the T-Mobile Vibe, a stylish side-slider phone with a full 2.8 inch touch screen perfect for internet browsing and a QWERTY keyboard for easy texting, emailing and social networking.

The T-Mobile Vibe is available for just £39.99 from launch as a pay as you go phone. It offers a one touch icon direct to the Facebook user’s login page, while other social media services such as Twitter, MySpace and BeBo are available via bookmarks. Music on the move comes from an integrated FM radio and MP3 player that will also play AMR, WAV, iMelody, Midi, AWB, M4A, MP4 and 3GP files. Stereo music and photos can be shared using Bluetooth connectivity.

Calls can be shared with friends using hands-free calling, while the handset also offers voice capture, polyphonic and MP3 ringtones, predictive text, and more.

Parrot MINIKIT Smart

The Parrot MINIKIT Smart is a Bluetooth hands-free kit with a docking bay designed for all Smartphones, whatever their size (from 56mm to 70mm width).

The connection via Bluetooth between the two peripherals allows the MINIKIT Smart to simultaneously manage hands-free conversation and the navigation applications available on Smartphones. Calls and GPS guidance will go through the 2W speaker integrated in the MINIKIT Smart.

Depending on the capability of each Smartphone, the MINIKIT Smart could pause the GPS functions, and restart them once the conversation ends.

MINIKIT Smart is compatible with all navigation software available (free or paid) and all operating systems: Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, Blackberry, Symbian, Bada. 

Further, to always be reachable without losing your way, even for long trips, the MINIKIT Smart can recharge the Smartphone thanks to one of the USB cables included in the box. (Micro USB, Mini USB, Apple).