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Alu-leather case for iPhone 4

A short video to show the features and benefits of the iPhone 4 Alu-Leather case.

Bring the Sony Ericsson X10 Mini Pro to life!

Nokia N9 teardown and spy shots

After the first spy image came in June, here we have some shots of the internal components of the new Nokia N9. The smartphone was photographed in China, probably in a factory where it was assembled. It’s a touchscreen smartphone with a QWERTY keyboard and color combination that resembles the MacBook Pro keyboards. The operating system is Symbian but Meego. Nokia N9 probably will be the new top-end device from Nokia’s 2011 phone line.

Samsung CorbyPRO B5310 quick review

Last month I decided to purchase a new handset. After making many researches I decided to buy the Android powered Samsung CorbyPRO B5310. I will discuss about the phone in this review.

Here goes the description of the phone. This model from Samsung is full of vibrancy and new features. The first thing you will notice in this phone is its QWERTY keypad. It is nicely designed and buttons are superb. Then comes the 2.8 inches display which is quite responsive for the touches. It is the second highlighting feature. Because of more responsiveness it may happen that you will launch some other applications by mistake very often. This may be considered as a down side of Corby.

The phone has an internal memory of 100 MB. Not only that, but it supports 16 GB microSD .That is simply awesome. Now if we talk about the multimedia part, the camera will come first. The 3.15 MP camera produces sharp as well as eye catching pictures. It serves well in low light also. The video recorder is very good and makes quality videos.

The phone boosts your social connectivity with plenty of apps for facebook, flickr, twitter and other social networking sites. There are also several widgets available for these sites. If you are a lover of web 2.0 then you will definitely love this phone.

The mobile has GPS, Bluetooth and micro USB connectivity. This is an android device which is made mostly by plastic. Still it gives a classic and magnificent look. The weight is just 135gms. The music quality and battery backup are good.

We generally search for all the discussed features, specially the QWERTY keypad in an affordable range. You are getting all of the above for just $300(approximately). To sum up, the phone is well packed with lots of features and affordable. I will give it 9/10.

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Xbox Live on Windows Phone 7 – official trailer

Clip and talk Bluetooth clip stereo headset

The Clip and Talk Stereo Clip Bluetooth headset enables you to listen to your mp3 songs on your smartphone wirelessly, and still be able to take calls, in this review we have an HTC HD2 for test device.

Why to get it:

• Allows you to listen to music wirelessly
• Take calls without needing to touch your handset
• Allows you to use any headphones (a pair is included).
• Clips anywhere for maximum convenience

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Windows Phone 7 – Windows Live and Exchange ‬Email

pocketpc.ch have published a new video which showcases the Windows Live and Exchange ‬Email integration on Windows Phone 7.

Windows Phone 7 apps preview in video

In a recent interview with Sean McKenna ( Program Manager Windows Phone Application Platform ) on Channel 9 they showcased many internally developed Windows Phone 7 apps. They plan to release the source-code for these Windows Phone 7 apps. Most of these apps will use the Theme color of the Phone and change the color of the elements in the app accordingly.

New Samsung Galaxy S video commercial

Highlights of the Galaxy S devices, according to Samsung, is that they feature the “brightest, fastest screen ever created” and that they are twice as fast as “leading Android devices” . And, not to be outdone by Google who once called the Nexus One a “Superphone”, Samsung is claiming that the Galaxy S devices aren’t just smartphones, they are “brilliant phones”.

The best HTC Wildfire cases

If you’re upgrading from an older Android phone such as the Hero or Tattoo, the Wildfire is an excellent choice. You get a few Wildfire Accessories in the box to start you off, but a case isn’t one of them, so if you want to keep your phone looking at it’s best, a case is a worthwhile investment. Here are the best top 5 Wildfire cases.

PDair Leather Case For HTC Wildfire

The PDair vertical case is a leather case with elasticated sides. This does have it’s benefits – the main one being that the case holds your phone a little more securely as it’s a neater fit. There’s no belt clip on the back, so this is perfect for those who prefer to carry their phone around in their pocket or bag.

HTC Wildfire Pouch – PO S530

This is a case from HTC that’s made specifically for the Wildfire. It’s a similar design to the Bugatti and has a built in pull strap. When your phone is in the case the strap tucks in and prevents your phone from falling out, but when you want to remove your phone, just give the strap a gentle tug and it will raise your phone from the case quickly and effortlessly. The case is made from a high quality leather and has a soft interior that helps keep the screen clean and prevent scratches.

Bugatti Slim Leather Case For HTC Wildfire

Bugatti slim cases are high quality leather cases that have a fabric strap to make removing your Wildfire quick and easy. They protect the screen of your phone and don’t add much extra bulk.

HTC Wildfire Pouch – PO S491

If you were lucky, you may have got a case in the box with your phone. If you didn’t, or you’ve lost it, this is the original HTC Wildfire leather pouch that’s included as standard. It’s a simple slip pouch that protects your Wildfire against minor knocks and bumps and still provides access to the 3.5mm headphone socket.

Silicone Case For HTC Wildfire

Last on my list for now then is a silicone case. These are available in black or white and are a simple, cost effective way to look after your phone. They cover the back, sides and corners of your Wildfire and leave your screen fully accessible. As your screen isn’t covered, I’d recommend using a HTC Wildfire screen protector with them, just to be on the safe side.

That’s it for now, there are other cases available, but these are the best Wildfire cases available at the moment.

The best Windows Phone 7 demo at the moment

HTC Wildfire – unboxing video

The HTC Wildfire is a compact and budget friendly device. Much like Sony Ericsson’s X10 Mini, HTC is targeting everyone with this offering. Right away you’ll see that the Wildfire shares many design aspects with the Nexus One. With that being said, its 3.2” screen and a 528mhz processor, the Wildfire is sure to be a different experience.

More Windows Phone 7 news

Some fresh news from the German ZDNet video presentation where guest Greg Sullivan – Senior Product Manager for Windows Phone takes on a short journey with his Samsung Taylor Windows Phone 7 device.

Some of the interesting bits that we didn’t quite see before include a demonstration of HTML e-mail (1:58) and we see that Outlook is capable of delivering the rich e-mail experience of HTML e-mail from any Exchange, POP or IMAP source. As far as calendars are concerned, Windows Phone 7 will handle multiple Calendars (2:19) with Exchange, GMail, Windows Live and it will distinguish between them by using different (customizable we add) colors so the user will know, at a glance, where that certain appointment is coming from.

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iPhone 3GS vs Samsung Taylor Windows Phone 7 – browser speed test

Samsung Taylor is one of the devices Microsoft is shipping to developers nowadays in order for the to test their Windows Phone 7 applications  in real life, on Device, instead of using emulators. Here we have a video comparing the Internet Browsing experience on the iPhone 3GS versus the new Samsung Taylor.

Samsung Vibrant – unboxing video review

The Samsung Vibrant is the T-Mobile version of Samsung’s Galaxy S series of Android powered smartphones. One thing you’ll notice right away from the unboxing is the Avatar movie uploaded on the 2Gb storage card (inside in the box), so right away you’ll be able to make use of the Super AMOLED screen. Of course, you’ll notice all of the usual accessories in the box – stereo headphones, USB cable, USB AC adapter, and some papers.

HTC Aria review

At first glance, the HTC Aria may look to be a unique design from HTC. The sleek black panel on the front with capacitive buttons under the screen and the soft-touch back cover give you the sense of a miniature version of the Droid Incredible on Verizon. But if you’re familiar with HTC’s Windows Mobile lineup, you’ll definitely recognize that the body of the HTC Aria is nearly an exact replica of the HTC HD Mini. In fact, the only physical differences between the HTC Aria and HD Mini are the capacitive buttons and the addition of the optical joystick on the Aria. The top of the HTC Aria features the power button and 3.5mm headphone jack. The left side of the Aria has the volume toggle and the bottom of the phone has the Micro USB slot and microphone. Flipping the phone over reveals the speakerphone speaker, 5 megapixel camera HTC logo, and the same exposed screws of the HTC Mini in the four corners of the phone.

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Alcatel OT-980 – Android 2.1 powered smartphone

This phone is an entry level that was first unveiled at MWC last February and will be available later this summer in France. The major difference between this phone and some other entry level phone like the HTC Wildfire is the form factor – it is a portrait slide-up with a small qwerty  keyboard.

Overall, the specifications are nothing special – it will have Android 2.1 so that is not a bad start for new comers to Android. The major weakness is its screen, a resistive 2.8 inches screen with a small resolution of 240×320. This Low Density screen will not be great to browse the web but it will also limit the number of application available to the device, otherwise, it has everything you can expect from in an Android device: Bluetooth, WIFI, 3G, MicroSD, MicroUSB, 3.5mm for headphones and handsfree kit, GPS with compass, accelerometer, 2 Megapixels camera and a 600Mhz processor.