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BlackBerry Kickstart Flip Phone

The BlackBerry Kickstart flip phone is coming! BlackBerry Kickstart spy photos have been dug up by BGR, and show a brand new, first ever flip phone for RIM. It’s a pretty neat looking handset - the keyboard & trackball have a lot of resemblance to it’s non-flip cousins.
The BlackBerry Kickstart flip phone will feature: “SureType keyboard, has […]

AT&T SMT-5700 Smartphone

The AT&T SMT-5700 smartphone is coming soon. The AT&T SMT-5700 smartphone has been rumored about for ages, and is just now showing signs of being released. The press photo at left shows the new handset in a silver & charcoal black color scheme with a full Qwerty keyboard.
The AT&T SMT-5700 smartphone is definitely on the lower-end, […]

Verizon LG enV2 Review - PCMag

PCMag reviews the Verizon LG enV2: “The Verizon LG enV2 has a dual personality: straight on, it looks like your typical voice phone, and then when you flip it open it’s got a full keyboard and a big screen. It’s not too big, either: At 4 by 2.1 by .65 inches and 4.2 ounces, it’s considerably smaller and […]

Samsung Muse U706 Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews the Samsung Muse U706: “The Samsung Muse U706 isn’t unattractive by any measure, but its thin flip design is taken straight from a long line of Samsung predecessors. Like the Gleam, this handset is slender with a reflective skin, and like the SCH-U540, its front face features a camera lens, an external display, dedicated music […]

Green AT&T Sony Ericsson W580

A green AT&T Sony Ericsson W580 is coming. The green AT&T Sony Ericsson W580 will be the 5th color to addorn this handset, the others are: white, black, pink & gray. The features & price will remain the same as the others.
Just as a reminder, the green AT&T Sony Ericsson W580 features include: 12 MB internal […]

Verizon BlackBerry Curve 8330 On Sale Soon

The Verizon BlackBerry Curve 8330 will be on sale soon. The Verizon BlackBerry Curve 8330 is set to release May 9th online & in B2B and telesales channels. The new cell phone should be available in all retail outlets by May 12th. It won’t come cheap though, at $319.99 after rebates and 2 year agreement.
The […]

Rogers Apple iPhone

Looks like Rogers will finally get the Apple iPhone. There’s been rumors that Rogers would get the Apple iPhone for quite some time, so it’s nice to see a little confirmation. And, I’m sure a lot of Canadians are also pretty giddy right now.
Rogers’ CEO said that they were getting the Apple iPhone “later this […]

New RIM BlackBerry 9000 Details, Specs

New RIM BlackBerry 9000 info has surfaced. The RIM BlackBerry 9000 is set to debut in July, and will have quite a few updates/improvements over previous BlackBerries. First, the web browser will be capable of Javascript, CSS 2.1, and full HTML support. Not only that, but you’ll also be able to watch inline video streaming. YouTube anyone?
The RIM […]

Verizon LG enV 2 Review - Wired

Wired reviews the Verizon LG enV2: “The Verizon LG enV2 has a lighter, slimmer package, but a botched facelift leaves it with all the style of that TI-36 you ditched back in high school. Easy to dial, but with the half-inch tall screen on the front, the Verizon LG enV2 isn’t really good for much else. Thankfully […]

Cheap 3G Apple iPhone Coming To AT&T

A cheap 3G Apple iPhone is apparently coming to AT&T in the near future. The 3G Apple iPhone is said to only cost $199.99 after rebates and 2 year agreement when it’s finally released. The cheap 3G Apple iPhone’s are expected to create a huge increase in subscriber numbers.
The informant also mentioned that there will […]

HTC Diamond

The HTC Diamond is coming soon. The HTC Diamond “is expected to be a 3G Windows Mobile 6.1 smartphone which has a VGA touchscreen, WiFi and a 3-megapixel camera. Probably there will be both GSM and CDMA variants.”
HTC’s financial executive mentioned that the HTC Diamond will be their big cell phone in 2008 and will increase their […]

Sony Ericsson K850i Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews the Sony Ericsson K850i: “The Sony Ericsson K850i is stylish and sharp, but we found its navigation array and camera controls not so easy to use.
The Sony Ericsson K850i has a standard candy bar design. With its sleek black hue and green highlights, it’s eye-catching without being ostentatious. Sony Ericsson always does a good […]

Verizon LG enV 2

The Verizon LG enV 2 is coming tomorrow! The Verizon LG enV 2 is the new and improved handset in the enV line. The cell phone takes on a whole new design with it’s integrated keypad & d-pad on the face of the unit. It looks a lot better in our opinion.
Flip open the Verizon […]

Verizon Nokia 6205

The Verizon Nokia 6205 is almost here. The Verizon Nokia 6205 is an entry level music-centric clamshell, which is expected to arrive around mid-June. The features will include: “1x data (no EV-DO), will have a camera (probably VGA) with flash, and external music controls.” Not a lot of details are known about the new phone yet - more specs coming soon.
Since […]

Verizon Samsung Glyde Photo, Specs

New Verizon Samsung Glyde photos & specs were released. The Verizon Samsung Glyde is a new cell phone coming in the very near future. Release date and pricing are currently unknown, although it’s rumored to have a full retail price of $499.99, and to be released in May or June - of course, the price will be less with rebates […]

LG VX8560

The LG VX8560 is almost here. The LG VX8560, for Verizon Wireless, is scheduled for an on-line release of June 24th and an in-store release early July. The new handset is a Chocolate flip phone and is an update to the popular LG VX8700.
The LG VX8560 will feature: “TFT display on the front (with a camera […]

Unlocked BlackBerry 9000 On eBay

An unlocked BlackBerry 9000 showed up on eBay recently. The unlocked BlackBerry 9000 auction was pulled by the seller for some unknown reason, but our guess is that eBay ended it for them.
The seller did mention a few features of the unlocked BlackBerry 9000 though: 3G, Edge, WiFi, and Bluetooth. Also, they posted some new spy shots of the phone, and […]

Motorola W388, Motorola W396 & Motorola VA76r

The Motorola W388, Motorola W396 & Motorola VA76r should be coming soon. The first two are very basic handsets which will include: 128X128 screens, GPRS, Java & VGA screen. Judging by the specs, they’ll be free or close to it on contract.
The Motorola VA76r is a little more higher-end than the Motorola W388 or Motorola W396 […]

T-Mobile Sidekick Aspen & T-Mobile Sidekick Gekko

The T-Mobile Sidekick Aspen & T-Mobile Sidekick Gekko are set to release very soon. These two new devices are apparently the new generation of Sidekicks, with the first coming on July 27th and the second coming July 30th.
While the T-Mobile Sidekick Aspen & Gekko will certainly be a welcome addition to the family, it’s unknown […]

BlackBerry Touchscreen Smartphone

A new BlackBerry touchscreen smartphone may be in the works. The BlackBerry touchscreen smartphone was mentioned in a recent NY Times article, citing two independent software developers for RIM. The new cell phone will try to compete with the Apple iPhone and even sport a new, more youthful interface.
The new BlackBerry touchscreen smartphone will most likely […]

Samsung Adidas miCoach Review - PhoneArena

PhoneArena reviews the Samsung Adidas miCoach: “The Samsung Adidas miCoach is a wonderful assistant in this activity. It not only can teach you to run, but it helps you keep up with the progress you make. The Samsung Adidas miCoach has everything a mid-class phone needs, but is only worth the money if you are hooked like me…us. The system […]

Rogers Nokia N95

The Rogers Nokia N95 may be here soon. The Rogers Nokia N95 is rumored to come as early as May 2nd, and will give subscribers another superb smartphone offering. Apparently, this will not be the 8GB version, but that doesn’t mean it lacks on any other features.
The Rogers Nokia N95 cell phone would feature: 850/1900 MHz […]

UTStarcom CDM-8955

The UTStarcom CDM-8955 is a very basic handset. The UTStarcom CDM-8955 is currently available in the US with Cellular South, and can be purchased for just $9.99 (or prepaid for $149.99).
As mentioned earlier, the UTStarcom CDM-8955 is very basic - the main features include: a 1.3 megapixel camera w/ flash, integrated MP3 player, video capture & […]

Motorola Moto Z9 Review - PCMag

PCMag reviews the Motorola Moto Z9: “The Motorola Moto Z9 is a fine example of a powerful feature phone with a wide range of capabilities, and it should especially please people looking for a good voice phone. Since it does everything the RAZR V9 does and costs less, it’s our new Editors’ Choice feature phone for […]

Sanyo Katana LX Review - PhoneScoop

PhoneScoop user reviews the Sanyo Katana LX: “The Sanyo Katana LX would be an excellent choice for people who need a phone with basic features: calling and messaging. Bluetooth and good battery life makes the Sanyo Katana LX ideal if all it will be used for is talking on. Don’t expect it do much past that.
When I first […]

Starbucks AT&T Wi-Fi Coming

The Starbucks AT&T Wi-Fi is coming soon. The new Starbucks AT&T Wi-Fi will take the place of T-Mobile’s HotSpot service. Those of you who bought into the T-Mobile service will still be able to connect for a while, because of an agreement with AT&T. However, for most of you the new AT&T service will be […]

Verizon Casio G’zOne c711 Boulder

The Verizon Casio G’zOne c711 Boulder is coming soon. The Verizon Casio G’zOne c711 Boulder is one Verizon’s new handsets that’ll be compatible with the new PTT technology. Following in the previous G’zOne footsteps, this handset is also expected to be a rugged mil-spec phone.
The Verizon Casio G’zOne c711 Boulder features include: EV-DO (including tethering capability), PTT, GPS, Bluetooth, […]

Nokia N82 Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews the Nokia N82: “The Nokia N82 candybar cell phone looks attractive enough with its silver face, and it’s fairly compact at 4.4 inches tall by 1.9 inches wide by 0.6 inch deep and 4 ounces. However, the hardware just feels a bit cheap and plasticky.
The good: The Nokia N82 features a 5-megapixel camera that […]

TracFone Wireless Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews TracFone Wireless and says: “TracFone Wireless is a nationwide MVNO that offers prepaid services on both CDMA and GSM networks. Though all service is prepaid, rates, service options, and handset selection will differ between the two brands. Unlike most carriers, the carrier offers both CDMA and GSM phones, though handsets are limited to basic models […]

LG Prada 2

The LG Prada 2 is rumored to release soon. The LG Prada 2 is of course the new and improved version of the ultra-popular original Prada phone. The handset is said to be available by the Q4, 2008.
The LG Prada 2 is said to feature: “quad-band GSM, WCDMA 900/2100, and 7.2 Mbps HSDPA connectivity, along with a 5-megapixel camera (with support for video […]

Asus P320

The Asus P320 passed through the FCC recently. The Asus P320 is a good looking (& tiny) handset first seen at this years CeBIT, and nicknamed the Galaxi Mini. It’s unknown if this cell phone will actually be offered in the US, but at least it has been approved by the FCC for use here.
The […]

AT&T Getting Femtocells

Rumor has it that AT&T is getting femtocells. The new AT&T femtocells are said to be coming from UK-based ip.access, and are going to cost under $100. AT&T wouldn’t be the first US carrier to offer femtocells (Sprint already has), but it’s a pretty cool gadget none-the-less.
If you’re not familiar with femtocells, basically the AT&T femtocell […]

Sony Ericsson Z780 And Sony Ericsson G502

The Sony Ericsson Z780 & Sony Ericsson G502 will soon be available. The Sony Ericsson Z780 is a clamshell, while the G502 is a candybar style cell phone. Both share very similar features including: 2 megapixel cameras with video record, FM radios, stereo Bluetooth, 3D games and other web 2.0 tools. The main difference is […]

Sprint QChat PTT Delayed

The Sprint QChat PTT has been delayed. Apparently, the Sprint QChat PTT will not be available until June 15th now, along with all devices that were scheduled to launch with the service. The reasoning behind the delay is not known, although it may be that Sprint still has some bugs with the service they want […]

Skype Unlimited Mobile Calling Plan

A new Skype unlimited mobile calling plan is here. The Skype unlimited mobile calling plans run from $2.95 to $9.95 per month. The difference in price depends on what countries you’ll be calling to. The higher-end plan allows you to call 34 countries, including most of Europe, for the one low monthly fee of $9.95 […]

Apple iPhone SDK Beta 4 Now Available

The Apple iPhone SDK Beta 4 is now available. The Apple iPhone SDK Beta 4 improves on the previous versions by adding support for OpenGL ES in the simulator, which will give developers access to 3D acceleration.
OpenGL ES is the same graphics API running on Symbian and Android. Also included in this update is a […]

Verizon Motorola W755

The Verizon Motorola W755 is almost here. The Verizon Motorola W755 is a Razr-inspired cell phone that’s rumored to be available by early May. It’s a nice looking handset, but the features are not extremely impressive.
The Verizon Motorola W755 will have: a 1.3 megapixel camera, touch-sensitive external controls, Bluetooth, CDMA / EVDO, and of course that nice Razr-like […]

AT&T BlackBerry Pearl 8110 On Sale

The AT&T BlackBerry Pearl 8110 is now on sale. The AT&T BlackBerry Pearl 8110 is basically a 8120 Pearl without the Wi-Fi. On the other hand, it does add GPS - so it’s not entirely a “downgraded” version.
A few of the other features found on the AT&T BlackBerry Pearl 8110 are: microSD slot, 3.5mm headphone […]

Verizon XV6900 Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews the Verizon XV6900: “The Verizon XV6900 will certainly wow your friends and onlookers. Forgoing the usual black, the XV6900 comes in a striking white color, which, when combined with the handset’s sleek, smooth pebble-like look, makes it a real stunner. The Verizon red that accents some of the icons on the user interface […]

T-Mobile To Get Android Cell Phone This Year

T-Mobile is set to get an Android cell phone this year. The T-Mobile Android phone is apparently set to ship by the 4th quarter, 2008. Just today Joe Sims, T-Mobile’s VP of broadband and new business division, said he had played around with an early version of the T-Mobile Android handset and was very impressed.
So […]

Alltel HTC Touch ROM Update

A new Alltel HTC Touch ROM update is now available. The Alltel HTC Touch Rom update adds EV-DO Rev. A speeds along with a few extra bonus updates. The EV-DO Rev. A speeds will make your data connections much speedier than what’s currently available.
Besides the EV-DO Rev. A speeds, the Alltel HTC Touch ROM update […]

Verizon PTT Qchat

Verizon PTT Qchat may be available by the end of May. Verizon PTT Qchat would be exact same system that Sprint recently announced. Verizon currently has PTT, but this new version would be much faster & easier to use.
Two phones will initially run on the Verizon PTT Qchat network: the Verizon Motorola V750 and the Verizon G’zOne […]

Alltel BlackBerry Curve 8330

The Alltel BlackBerry Curve 8330 is coming. The Alltel BlackBerry Curve 8330 will be available May 1st for $229.99 after rebates and 2 year agreement. Sprint and Verizon are set to get the exact same model, but Alltel may just beat them to the punch. The Alltel BlackBerry Curve 8330 is a very nice handset […]

Verizon HTC XV6900 Review - Gizmodo

Gizmodo reviews the Verizon HTC XV6900: “The Verizon HTC XV6900 touchscreen should be way more responsive. You’ve gotta actually put some weight behind your pokes, or maddened multi-tapping will be the order of the day. Fingernails seem to work better than fleshy nubs.
Verizon’s media toys, like V Cast mobile TV are still MIA on the Verizon HTC XV6900. The […]

Verizon Palm Centro

The Verizon Palm Centro is coming soon. New Verizon Palm Centro photos have popped up across the Internet today, indicating the carrier will indeed pick up the hot-selling handset. The Verizon Palm Centro will come in a navy blue color, but feature-wise is not going to change from the Sprint / AT&T model.
The Verizon Palm Centro features will include: […]

Sprint Sanyo Katana LX Review - InfoSync

InfoSync reviews the Sprint Sanyo Katana LX: “The Sprint Sanyo Katana LX is something of a surprise. The features are about as low-end as you can get on a phone these days (VGA camera? they still make those?), but the Sprint Sanyo Katana LX is easily the best looking Katana design yet, very similar to the Sony Ericsson […]

T-Mobile Motorola W490 In Light Pink, Light Purple & Orange

The T-Mobile Motorola W490 is coming in light pink, light purple & orange soon. Apparently, colors sell well for the T-Mobile Motorola W490, since they already have 3 colors available: black, purple & green.
The T-Mobile Motorola W490 features include: a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth, myFaves compatibility, music player, EDGE, text messaging & speakerphone. It’s not exactly a powerhouse, […]

Nokia N95-4 8GB Review - Cnet

Cnet reviews the Nokia N95-4 8GB: “The Nokia N95-4 8GB is slightly different in design than the other versions of the N95. While it keeps the same boxy shape and overall dimensions (3.8 inches high by 2.8 inches wide by 0.8 inch deep), the Nokia N95-4 8GB is slightly heavier at 4.5 ounces and comes cloaked in a sexy all-black […]

HTC Touch Dual Neon300 Passes Through FCC