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The downloads and media section of SEUniverse has returned following
issues with certain games vendors.
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enjoy the free media which we now provide.
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Jul 24, 2008 - 12:37 AM
While not many details have been uncovered, the Motorola EM330 Ischia flip phone has reportedly made it through the FCC's testing period and appears to be on its way to the Chinese market.
With an attractive white and blue color scheme, the EM330 Ischia is a fairly low-end clamshell that offers a VGA-resolution camera with video capture, an FM radio tuner and a microSD card slot for added storage room.
More details on pricing and availability when they become available!
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Jul 22, 2008 - 10:11 PM
Sony Ericsson announced today that they would be “taking the Walkman line of music phones beyond music” as they introduce the W902, their most feature-rich music phone to date.
Music features galore come standard with standouts such as Sony Ericsson's SenseMe technology, full TrackID for the external display and an 8GB Memory Stick Micro (M2) and high-end HPM-77 headphones in every box.
“Beyond music” features abound, including an on-board camera with auto-focus and image stabalization for photos and videos along with SE's BestPic technology. Google Maps comes standard and allows for instant geotagging of images taking with the phone.
The W902's internal QVGA display is 2.2” and offers 262k colors. With a weight of 100g, the phone has been rated for up to nine hours of talk time via GSM, four hours of talk time via 3G or 25 hours of music playback. Sony Ericsson has said the phone will appear in select but as-of-yet unnamed markets in Q4 2008.
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Jul 21, 2008 - 6:47 PM
American wireless provider Verizon has officially launched the rugged Motorola V750, a handset that combines high-tech with military-standard toughness.
Under the facade of a sleek and very stylish exterior, the V750 offers resistance to shock, vibration, moisture and even solar radiation, all to military standards. Features that will appeal more to the mass market are also on-board including a two megapixel camera with a microSD slot for expanded storage along with fully dedicated buttons for media capture and playback.
The front of the V750 sports a 1.6” color display with caller ID and music playback information capabilities while the internal 2.2” QVGA display offers a vibrant medium for navigation and file editing.
The V750 is available now to Verizon customers at a cost of $99.99 with a two-year contract.
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Jul 17, 2008 - 9:44 PM
Software maker Zumobi has announced that its popular widget user interface for Windows Mobile powered devices is now also available for Blackberry handsets. The interface gained interest from its simple 16-widget interface that allows users to quickly locate often-used information or applications.
While free, Zumobi is ad-supported and shows a targeted advertisement at the bottom of the screen while in use. The open library of available widgets is constantly growing, with recent new additions from Facebook and Twitter.
Zumobi is available via mobile browser at http://www.getzumobi.com.
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Jul 15, 2008 - 9:14 PM
After discussion of just such a regulation over the past few months, European Union Telecomms Commissioner Viviane Reding made the official announcement this morning that there would be a sizable chunk taken out of the cost of roaming text messaging. The new regulation was brought into discussions after a survey taken over nearly a one year period showed that the average cost of sending a text message while roaming in the EU was 29 EU cents with costs as high as 80 EU cents in some countries.
Commissioner Reding is expected to cap the price of roaming text messages in the EU at about 12 EU cents with her sights set on international text message roaming rates as a potential area for price caps in the future.
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Jul 14, 2008 - 7:18 PM
After only three days on the market, the Apple iPhone 3G has sold an astounding one million units in its opening weekend. The 20-country launch has proven to be the most successful product launch in history on that time scale.
Alongside that number, Apple was also happy to announce over 10 million application downloads from the App Store since the original launch of that service; the store currently carries over 800 applications with about 200 being served free of charge. The App Store allows downloads directly via any internet-connected iPhone device or through iTunes on a PC.
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Jul 09, 2008 - 7:19 PM
LG has shown its semi-smartphone design in the KS360, an attractively designed handset with many similarly attractive features including a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
Sporting a large 2.4” QVGA touchscreen display for viewing and navigation, the KS360 will function as a tri-band GSM device (900/1800/1900MHz) with Bluetooth 2.0 rounding out the wireless capability. A microSD slot is available for expanded storage.
LG plans to release the KS360 in a variety of color schemes set to include white and soft pink, black and silver and black and red. The handset will be available on both O2 and Orange in the United Kingdom later this summer though no international dates have yet been set.
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Jul 07, 2008 - 7:46 PM
Motorola has submitted its Vegas VE20 clamshell handset to the American FCC for later addition to wireless provider Sprint's lineup.
Details are few and far between at the moment but the phone looks to maintain the well-liked RAZR format in styling. A 2.0 megapixel camera comes standard along with a microSD card slot for expanded file storage. Full wireless specifications are not yet known but the Vegas will support Sprint's EV-DO network.
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Jul 03, 2008 - 4:37 PM
Amid very little fanfare, Nokia has launched its Files on Ovi service in beta form as of this morning. The service uses a desktop connector application that allows a mobile internet-connected device to access files on a hoe computer securely.
The service includes a main web site hosted by Nokia that allows users to view and retrieve files from the home computer they connect to, transferring files with ease. The site also allows for file restrictions to be set so that you can provide temporary access to specific files to friends and family.
Files on Ovi can be enhanced by paying a monthly fee to Nokia for the Anytime Files service, allowing for storage of 10 or 30 GB (depending on the chosen plan) on a remote server with all files being accessible without the use of the desktop connector. Nokia is currently offering a 60 day trial of the 10GB package with a new sign-up.
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Jul 02, 2008 - 7:37 PM
Openmoko has announced that the Linux-based Neo FreeRunner open mobile phone will be available for purchase on July 4th, only a few short days away. Besides drawing a label of uniqueness for its Linux operating system, the Neo FreeRunner also sports a very curvy oval design.
The FreeRunner will be available on two seperate tri-band GSM networks (850/1900/1900MHz | 900/1800/1900MHz) and additional wireless features such as Bluetooth 2.0 and standard WiFi are also on-board. A large 2.8” touchscreen allows for data input and several multi-axis motion sensors act as scrollers.
The Neo FreeRunner is open platform and allows lots of wiggle room for developers interesting in working with the device. Initial availability will be online only, beginning on July 4th at a price of $399 USD.
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Jun 27, 2008 - 6:48 PM
Nokia has unveiled its latest multimedia experience with the 7310 Supernova handset. Sizing up at only 106.5 mm x 45.4mm x 12mm, the 7310 packs a big punch with media features such as a built-in FM radio receiver, a microSD card slot and even an audio jack that serves as a TV-out port as well to allow for photo sharing and more. A two megapixel camera with video capture rounds out the main multimedia features.
Connectivity for the Nokia 7310 includes Bluetooth 2.0 and A2DP to add to the multimedia experience alongside GSM (850/1800/1900MHz) with EDGE support. The handset will ship with multiple face plates for customizing the phone at a price of about $240 USD before taxes.
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Jun 23, 2008 - 7:14 PM
Despite the public's hope that they would be available sooner rather than later, Google has apparently indicated to the media that no Android-based devices would be released until at least Q4 2008 after earlier estimates indicated a Q2 or Q3 release.
Google is apparently hard at work with T-Mobile on their upcoming Android device for the American market later this year and hasn't had time to focus on general releases. Rumor also has it that Sprint will be scrapping its planned EV-DO Android device in favor of one that will run on its upcoming WiMAX network.
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Jun 20, 2008 - 7:06 PM
American-based Delta Airlines has begun a trial period for a new check-in system that allows travelers to use their cell phones. Check-in can be confirmed up to 24 hours previous to the flight via a mobile web browser and the boarding pass can be downloaded directly to the phone, allowing you to show that to airline officials at boarding time.
Delta is following suit with Continental Airlines and Northwest Airlines, both of whom begam testing a similar system early in 2008.
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Jun 18, 2008 - 8:38 PM
A quick note from the American FCC today as the Pantech C820 GSM smartphone made its first rounds for approval. The filings don't reveal much in the way of details but it does appear that the C820 will support GSM (850/1900 MHz) along with Bluetooth 2.0.
The name has caused many in the industry to speculate that this will eventually be the Duo 2, released under AT&T. The original Duo was a dual-slider smartphone with full QWERTY keyboard and powered by Windows Mobile 6.
We'll keep you posted as details become available!
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Jun 16, 2008 - 7:58 PM
Nokia's long-awaited E71 smartphone has finally been confirmed by the phone manufacturer as they release full specifications and photos at a press conference this morning.
Sporting standard smartphone features such as a QWERTY keyboard and a landscape QVGA display, the E71 also features dedicated shortcut keys for calendar, contacts and email applications. Wireless options include quad-band GSM/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900MHz) and one of three potential WCDMA configurations; 850/1900Mhz, 900/2100Mhz or 850/2100Mhz. HSDPA support and full WiFi are also available along with a A-GPS with the Nokia Maps application available out of the box.
A 3.2 megapixel camera is the centerpiece of the multimedia features and a microSD slot allows for mass files storage. Nokia's Share on Ovi service is available for sharing photos with friends and family.
To be available in both Grey and White color schemes, Nokia says they expect the E71 to be available in Q3 2008 at a price of about $600 USD.
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Jun 12, 2008 - 8:55 PM
Despite the decline of the CDMA standard, handset manufacturer Nokia has announced an entry level CDMA handset simply called the 1508 that will be available in Q3 2008.
Despite its ranking among the more popular smartphones of the day, the 1508 does sport FM radio and a light media player for multimedia playback. A 5-way D-pad offers good control while using the GUI and a speakerphone function is built-in.
Nokia has not announced any carriers or specific markets nor has it shed any light yet on the official cost of the phone. The Nokia 1508 will be available in both Black and Blue color schemes.
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Jun 11, 2008 - 8:12 PM
Verizon helped to unveil LG's new smartphone this morning. The LG Dare sports a large touchscreen made for both finger and stylus navigation. A 3.2 megapixel camera is complimented by built-in photo editing software and the ability to upload directly to social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook.
The Dare will function on Verizon's high-speed EV-DO 3G network and is fully compatible with the V CAST Music and VZ Navigator services offered by Verizon. Pricing and availability details were not announced.
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Jun 10, 2008 - 7:36 PM
Steve Jobs and Apple have announced the newest incarnation of the iPhone with a lower price tag, faster data speeds and updated firmware. Old iPhones will also be able to upgrade to the 2.0 firmware.
The iPhone 3G and its updated firmware offer upgrades like enterprise support and access to Apple's online application store. Support for Microsoft Exchange and VPN support will help the iPhone to bridge the gap between trendy consumers and business users. Added support on-board for iWork files such as Pages and Keynote presentation files to be viewed and edited directly from the phone adds to the already-supported Microsoft Office formats to make for a heavy duty file editor when needed. A few small but noteworthy changes are the ability to search your contacts, delete mail messages in bulk and parental controls for the teenage iPhone user with too much time on their hands. Battery life allows for up to seven hours of video playback and 24 hours of music playback.
All of this is not to mention the updated hardware on the new iPhone. Like its predecessor the new device will function as a quad-band GSM/EDGE device but now supports 850, 1900 and 2100 MHz UMTS/HSDPA as well. GPS is built-in and instantly adds real time tracking to the on-board Google Maps application.
Apple says the iPhone 3G will be available in over 70 countries by the end of 2008 with a price tag of $199 USD for the 8GB version and $299 for the 16GB version. The release date is July 11 in most countries, including the United States and Canada.
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Jun 06, 2008 - 9:13 PM
Major news wire agencies are reporting today that the plan by the American FCC to auction off an unused 25MHz worth of wireless spectrum for exclusive use as a nation free broadband network has been put on indefinite hold.
The brainchild of FCC Chairman Kevin Martin, the plan apparently upset some wireless providers who utilize nearby frequencies for fear of interference and the original plan to filter all obscene content on the network has prompted freedom of speech advocates to call for a revamping of the plan.
Martin remains confident that his plan will see the light of day and hopes that the issue will be present on the FCC docket for the major meeting in July.
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Jun 05, 2008 - 8:46 PM
American wireless provider Verizon Wireless has reportedly just solidified a deal to purchase rival Alltel for a whopping $28.1 billion USD. The deal will add Alltel's mainly rural coverage to Verizon's mass urban coverage, giving the company an expected $9 billion USD boost in synergistic value once the ink has dried on the merger details.
Alltel CEO Scott Ford will apparently remain in his position during the transition period, expected to be complete by the end of 2008. The deal also still requires FCC approval.
We'll keep you posted with the details as they become available.
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