Motorola A1800 – new MING smartphone

The BGR site has posted photos of a new Linux-powered smartphone – MING A1800. Like its predecessor Motorola MING A1200 the new phone is packed in a pseudo clamshell phone with the flip and touchscreen display. This is a dual mode device for CDMA and GSM networks and with dual SIM slot, says the source. The A1800 comes with a 3-megapixel camera and Bluetooth interface, all this in a compact and lightweight shell. However the source hasn’t provided any more details, such as the release date and the price. Next week we’ll probably hear an official announcement of the product at CTIA Wireless.

Rumors on Windows-smartphone Samsung i900

On the eve of another official event in the telecoms world we get more rumors about this or that product. This time the Italian source Kataweb has reported that Samsung Electronics will unveil its new Windows smartphone i900 at the upcoming 3GSM show in Barcelona. Taking into account the index this will be the top model in the lineup.

Reportedly, the smartphone will be powered by Windows 6.1 Professional and have touch sensitive control a la “iPhone”, but it will feature more advanced functionality and technologies:

• Networks - GSM and UMTS with HSDPA 7.2 Mbps
• WiFi
• Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• 5-megapixel auto focus camera
• GPS navigation
• FM-radio
• Display – 3.5”, 240x400 pixel and brightness adjustment sensor
• TV-out
• 8 GB of onboard memory and microSD cards
• Dimensions – 112x56x12.5 mm

Early live pics of Nokia N96 smartphone

At our English-language forum you can see live pics of a new Nokia smartphone marked N96. It looks like Nokia N81, though the form is close to Nokia N95: the numeric keyboard sliding from the bottom and the panel sliding from the top (it is empty on the photo, so we don’t know its destination, probably it carries sensor media player buttons). Taking into account the pictures, Nokia N96 is powered by S60 3rd Edition FP2 (Symbian OS 9.5), the platform hasn’t been announced yet. The rear panel hides a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss lens and dual LED flash. The source hasn’t provided more details about the specs or the release date.

Details on Sony Ericsson Z660i clamshell

We’ve recently mentioned that Sony Ericsson is rumored to prepare an ultra slim clamshell Z660i. In addition the source shared a possible design. Now we have more details about the new product. Firstly, the “live” picture is very like the image. Secondly, Sony Ericsson Z660i is based on A200 platform, supports 3G networks (HSDPA included), a 2-megapixel camera and an FM-radio. These are preliminary details, the company hasn’t yet made an official confirmation.

Motorola A1600: new Linux-smartphone with touch sensitive display

Some Chinese source has posted info and a picture of Motorola A1600 smartphone (MOTOMING 2). I’d remind you that another Linux-powered smartphone with the touch-sensitive display Motorola A1200 (MOTOMING) hit the Chinese stores last March and got high popularity. Probably Motorola A1600 will follow the steps of the predecessor. The new model features enhanced specs – a faster processor being one of them. The official announcement of the MOTOMING 2 might take place in February 2007 at 3GSM Congress.

The short specs of Motorola A1600 (MOTOMING 2):

• Networks - GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• Linux operating system
• 3.2-megapixel camera with auto focus and LED-flash
• Wi-Fi
• AGPS
• 3 preinstalled games
• Thickness – 17.5 mm

Ultra mobile clamshell by Sony Ericsson?

Sony Ericsson is rumored to release its first slim clamshell. It will be called Z660i. The phone will be just 14 mm thick, reports the source. It features UMTS support, a 2-megapixel camera and A200 platform. Probably the announcement of Sony Ericsson Z660i will take place today (no official confirmation). Meanwhile a SE fan has offered his version of this ultra mobile clamshell.

Dell Tablet PC to be introduced on December 11

Dell is rumored to showcase its Tablet PC Latitude XT on December 11. According to Engadget reported that the info leaked from reliable sources. I’d remind you that the rumors of a new Latitude Tablet PC popped up this spring. The Latitude XT in the transformer form is equipped with a QWERTY-keyboard and a touch-sensitive display. You can revolve the display and put it on the keyboard and use the device as an ordinary Tablet PC. Dell hasn’t yet made any official reports on the release date of the Latitude XT. Anyway we’ll have to wait a short while.

Rumors: Dell smartphone to come put early in 2008

The Gizmodo with the reference to the Forbes reported that Dell is working on a smartphone. The device will be made by the Taiwan-based Quanta. Dell has been rumored long ago to enter the smartphone market after leaving the PDA market. According to the Forbes, the first Dell smartphone will be launched early in 2008. It features an MP3/video player and Internet access. Unfortunately the company hasn’t unveiled more details. Probably the Dell smartphone will be introduced at Mobile World Congress (known earlier as 3GSM World Congress) in Barcelona next February.

Samsung SPH-i325 WM-smartphone

Some info leaked to the Internet about a new smartphone Samsung SPH-i325 “Ace” powered by Windows Mobile 6 Standard. It is a successor to Samsung SGH-i320 introduced in 2006. The SPH-i325 is designed for American operator Sprint. And it is said to get the FCC approval.

The device is made as a candy bar equipped with a landscape QVGA-display and an integrated QWERTY-keyboard. According to the FCC site, the SPH-i325 features a 1.3-megapixel camera, Bluetooth interface and a microSD-slot, GSM 900/1800 MHz and CDMA EV-DO networks. It is scheduled for 1Q 2008, however the info isn’t officially confirmed.

Live pics of Motorola Q9 Wi-Fi

The Boy Genius Report has posted some info and the photo gallery on a new smartphone – Motorola Q9 with Wi-Fi. The device is packed in the traditional form-factor for the series: a candy bar with a landscape display and an integrated QWERTY-keyboard. Unlike the previous model it has silver chrome edges. The device can work in 3G 850/1900 MHz and supports HSDPA. The main distinction is Wi-Fi onboard.

Asus works on the device in style of Nokia E90 Communicator

The French-language Mobinaute has reported that Asus is preparing the release of Asus M930, which is similar in the form-factor with Nokia E90 Communicator. The device will be equipped with 2 displays: a big internal and a small on the top cover, and a full QWERTY-keyboard. It might look like this:

According to Mobinaute, Asus M930 will be powered by Marvel PXA27x 520 MHz processor running on Windows Mobile 6 OS. The communicator is meant for GSM/GPRS/EDGE and UMTS/HSDPA (3.6 Mbps) networks. It also features 256 MB flash ROM and 180 MB RAM, a 3.2-megapixel auto focus camera, an FM-tuner, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless modules. The European release of Asus M930 is scheduled for 1Q 2008.

Sony Ericsson P5i concept

The Sefanatics has posted an interesting concept of Sony Ericsson P5i smartphone. The device is rumored to be on its way, however the manufacturer hasn’t made any official confirmation or provided official images. Taking into account (unconfirmed) info on an upcoming user’s interface UIQ (UIQ 4?) with figer control, the concept looks like to be true. It is equipped with a big display and has no keyboard. Most likely the mysterious Sony Ericsson P5i will be of this kind.

Concept – iPhone killer by Sony Ericsson

An Esato forum member known as beta-tester has posted his version of a new Sony Ericsson’s smartphone P3i. The idea is that the device works on new interface for UIQ platform (finger-oriented input). We’ve recently written about leaked pictures from the closed presentation probably demonstrating the interface. Sony Ericsson hasn’t made any official confirmation and its fans are creating the iPhone-style concepts.

Sony Ericsson P3i is equipped with a big touchscreen and has no buttons. In addition the device combines advantages of Cyber-shot cameraphones (5-megapixel camera) and Walkman handsets. But I’d remind you this is just a concept. So time will show what will be the real iPhone killer by Sony Ericsson (if exists).

Pics of Treo 800w communicator

Some Internet source has posted the picture of an upcoming Treo 800w communicator. However this isn’t either a live pic or an official photo, just an image (not clear enough) giving us the idea of the device. It is powered by Windows Mobile 6 Professional OS. Rumors suggest that it will be the first Treo with integrated Wi-Fi. Besides Treo 800w features a 320x320 pixels touchscreen and an integrated GPS-receiver. Reportedly, Sprint operator will release the communicator in 1Q 2008 or later.

Skype phone to be available from 3

A while ago Skype and wireless service provider 3 have been rumored to release a mobile phone. This time the info has been confirmed by an insider source. It says the operator will be selling the first mobile phone by Skype. 3 operates in Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Austria, Denmark, Italy, Ireland, Sweden and the US. The devices will be available in these very countries, however the company hasn’t disclosed the release date. Skype spokesman Chaim Haas confirmed that 3 and Skype “are working together on a new product to make Skype completely mobile”. The spokesman declined to provide more details.

Skype VoIP software, which allows users to make free phone calls over the Internet to other Skype users, already works on some phones sold by 3. But the new phone will be manufactured by Skype itself, it will be easier in use than existing mobile phone models that support Skype, the source added. Skype is expected to share its plans about the cooperation with 3 late in October.

New Xda communicator based on HTC Polaris?

O2 Germany site has posted pictures of an unknown Xda communicator. The picture of it opens when enlarging the photo of an upcoming Xda star. It seems that it leaked accidentally. The device looks like a successor to Xda orbit (HTC Artemis communicator) and O2’s version of HTC Polaris GPS-communicator. The device is powered by Windows Mobile 6 Professional in GSM and UMTS networks, supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and has a 3-megapixel camera. Probably the new Xda will have TouchFLO interface (finger input).

We don’t know if it is O2’s version of HTC Polaris or it’s just a mistake to be corrected. Nevertheless the picture exists, which gives us a chance to see a new Xda based on HTC Polaris.

Rumors: HTC to release 50000 handsets on Google OS

An analyst from UBS has confirmed that HTC will release about 50000 handsets powered by an operating system from Google. The rumors on the so-called Gphone have long been roaming in the world web, being even several times cancelled and then resumed. At the same time it’s not yet clear whether the company plans the Google-branded device or just the operating system for different mobile devices.

The UBS man noted that the first batch of Google OS powered handsets isn’t for commercial use, but for developers to demonstrate software capabilities. The commercial shipments will probably take place next year or later. In addition the source said HTC wouldn’t be the only maker of Google OS devices.

Spy pic of Motorola Z10 smartphone

In the Internet you can come across a spy pic and some details on Motorola Z10 smartphone. This is a successor to the Z8 in the same form-factor of the kick slider. Some preliminary info had already popped up in the news. Motorola Z10 is based on Symbian UIQ 3.1 platform and has no touchscreen. It features a 3.2-megapixel camera, 90 MB of onboard memory, a microSD slot and GSM/GPRS/EDGE and UMTS/HSDPA networks. Reportedly, the picture was snapped at Symbian Smartphone Show.

S60 for touchscreen smartphones announced

It’s been rumored for a while that new generation S60 platform might come out. Eventually Nokia has officially announced that S60 supports touchscreen displays and showed a working prototype of the mobile device at Symbian Smartphone Show. Reportedly, S60 Touch supports both stylus and finger input, and when you touch the screen you feel tactile feedback (pulsation). Nokia notes that the current applications for S60 3rd Edition will work on touch devices, it won’t need any corrections. In addition the new S60 version will have a browser supporting Flash Video.

According to Nokia S60 Touch will be available for mobile vendors next year.

Rumors: new Sony Ericsson products in 2008

Some pics and info on new SE phones in 2008 have leaked to the Internet from an insider source. According to the Mobile Close Up these are W970, K830 and K860.

Sony Ericsson W970 belongs to the Walkman music series. It is equipped with an iPod-like navigation wheel, a 5-megapixel camera and a storage card slot. It’s not said to have 8GB of memory onboard. Sony Ericsson K830 from the Cyber-shot series comes with a 3.2-megapixel camera, which is likely to shoot QVGA video. The device might replace the K810. As for the last handset, there are no details except for the picture.