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Could the Nexus One rival the iPhone?

James Duncan — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:12:13 +0000

The Google Nexus One could be set to shake up the entire smartphone market and emerge as a big rival to the Apple iPhone, an expert has suggested. Google announced at the start of January that the device is now available through its web store in the US, with network Vodafone bringing it to people in [...]

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Could the Nexus One rival the iPhone?

HTC-designed Google Nexus One in the spotlight

James Duncan — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:50:39 +0000

The HTC-designed Google Nexus One – pitted as a competitor to rival Apple’s iPhone – has been noted by one publication as having an unusual distribution arrangement. Mobile Magazine said that the fact the Google Nexus is only available through Google’s online store is ‘risky’ shows how the organisation wanted to have control over the hardware. But [...]

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HTC-designed Google Nexus One in the spotlight

Nokia touchscreen handset ‘offers rich mobile experience’

James Duncan — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:16:13 +0000

Telecommunications firm Nokia has announced the upcoming release of its 5230 Nuron mobile phone – a smartphone packed with applications and the latest technology. The 5230 nuron features touchscreen ability and 3G, as well as Ovi Maps – a free navigation solution by Nokia. Nokia suggests that the handset is the first to come with Ovi [...]

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Nokia touchscreen handset ‘offers rich mobile experience’

Mobile phones could be key to future of charity donations

James Duncan — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:07:57 +0000

Mobile phone users have been offered a new way to give to charity – with at least 90 per cent of their donation guaranteed to find its way to a good cause. Vodafone has announced that it will ensure at least nine-tenths of any sum over £1 given by its mobile phone subscribers will be sent [...]

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Mobile phones could be key to future of charity donations

Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness X5 ‘is a beautiful mobile phone’

James Duncan — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:55:39 +0000

One reviewer has called the new Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness X5 an exercise in fashion, as the handset has been designed with a focus on looks. Consumers who are not too bothered about the extra features that come with many other high-end phones and just want their mobile to do its job could be drawn in [...]

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Pureness X5 ‘is a beautiful mobile phone’

Nokia X6 now available to 3 customers

James Duncan — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:54:19 +0000

Fans of the 3 network will now be able to get their hands on the Nokia X6, which has been made available by the telecommunications firm. The handset boasts a 3.2-inch touch screen designed especially for browsing the web and social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter as well as providing a way to view the [...]

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Nokia X6 now available to 3 customers

Vodafone 150 and 250 mobile phones to be released in developing countries

James Duncan — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:07:08 +0000

Vodafone has announced the release of two new low-cost mobile phones – the 150 and 250 – which it is set to market in developing regions, such as Africa and India. The handsets will cost users less than $15 (£9.50) and $20 each and will offer owners the ability to text, make phone calls and [...]

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Vodafone 150 and 250 mobile phones to be released in developing countries

Mobile phone owners ’should check details with network before holiday’

James Duncan — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:03:44 +0000

Mobile phone users are often known to use their handset while on holiday to phone home and check on relatives and offer updates on their break. Now, with the holiday season a matter of weeks away, such people may wish to consider the advice of price comparison site moneysupermarket.com. The site is offering a number of tips [...]

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Mobile phone owners ’should check details with network before holiday’

Sony Ericsson Vivaz set to be offered with qwerty keyboard

James Duncan — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:04:44 +0000

The new Sony Ericsson Vivaz will be offered with a full qwerty keyboard, the mobile telecommunications firm has announced. Also available on the qwerty edition will be enhanced touchscreen capability, designed specifically with users who prioritise entertainment, messaging and video in mind. Daniel Sandblom, marketing business manager at Sony Ericsson, says: "Having announced Sony Ericsson Vivaz in [...]

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Sony Ericsson Vivaz set to be offered with qwerty keyboard

Mid-range mobile phones ‘offer some smartphone technology’

James Duncan — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:48:59 +0000

As the mobile phone industry continues to benefit from rapid advancements in technology and the range of functions and applications maintains its steady rate of expansion, owners of mid-range handsets could soon enjoy many of the specifications previously exclusive to smartphone users. JBC, writing for the Nokia Conversations blog, admits that while mid-range devices may [...]

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Mid-range mobile phones ‘offer some smartphone technology’