Verizon has a new plan for the home phone, it has created and innovative hub that helps manage busy lives and aids users in staying connected to your family and community. On Feb 1 2009 you’ll be able to experience this new phenomenon that incorporates a Verizon patent touchscreen home phone system specifically designed to replace outdated home phones. This home phone combines home communications systems allowing as if it were a bridge between wireline and wireless connectivity with one simple service. This system runs on broadband service, giving you the option to supply your phone with any Internet and DSL connection.
Virtually anyone can stay connected and use this tool as a way to manage your lifestyle with the use of contacts, calendars and more. “The Verizon Hub reinvents the home phone system that’s been centered on your kitchen counter for years. We’re bringing huge new functionality to a common household device that will unlock its true potential. And in the process, Verizon Wireless is updating the tools busy families can use to manage their lives,” quoted Mike Lanman, vice president and chief marketing officer at Verizon Wireless Communications.

Verizon Hub
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It hasn’t been officially reported, however, we’ve found the scoop that there’s a high possibility that two new “rugged” mobile phones will be available soon for Rogers Mobile (a leading wireless company in Canada). The two new devices are called the Samsung Rugby A836 and the ZTE Rock F165. Both of these devices meet the 810F military standards deeming the device the strength to withstand shock vibrations, rain, dust and solar radiations.
These devices will carry HSDPA connectivity, A-GPS, Bluetooth and a 1.3 megapixel camera. The phone will cost an average of $149.99 with a 3 year contract.

Samsung Rugby A836
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Comes With Music is an interactive mobile application that allows consumers to discover several music venues. If you were to purchase a Comes With Service device you would receive a catalog that delivers a wide variety of music to select from. You’ll have access to millions of artist’s songs, and unlimited access as well. The UK was the first to offer Comes With Music features in October 2008. However, Comes With Music is expected to launch in Australia and Singapore this quarter.
Recently Nokia was glad to announce a pan European licensing deal to support Comes With Music. Comes With Music will reach Italy, France, Finland, Norway, Sweden and Nordic Communities as well.

Nokia 5800 XpressMusic
Truphone has announced the immediate availability of the free Anywhere application for Android supporting handsets, this also includes T-Mobile’s most recent Android device the G1 phone. You’re able to download this application now from the Android Market in the UK or US. There is also a newly released German version of the Truphone Anywhere Android app available in its first native language.
Truphone Anywhere for Android allows users all-in-one conversations that lets you take advantage of Truphone’s low international call rates. Not only can make low international calls, however you’re also able to easily use Instant Messaging services like Yahoo!, MSN, or Google Talk.

Truphone for Android
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