Apple has recently stated that it was going to become the undisputable owner of the all-so popular multi-touch technology, and it seems as though it isn’t too far off as it’s just reported their Patent No. 7479949 which patents all technology having to do with Apple’s touch screen and GUI (Graphical User Interface). This technology dates back as far as September 2007 and displays Steve Jobs (co-founder of Apple) and a chief iPhone software director as the main founders.
This patent awards Apple all the rights of the iPhone’s touch screen including the swiping of the thumb to unlock the device, the pinching, and all other gestures harnessed by the iPhone. For this reason Palm and Apple have been singled out into a battle between both of their touch screen technologies, as it’s been said that Palm has supposedly mimicked Apple’s touch sensitive technology.
Apple Multi-Touch Control
source Phone Arena
Sony Ericsson’s C903 which was codenamed Frances is one of the up-coming cyber shot models. This device has a 5 megapixel camera, the lens is automatically covered (very similar to a digital camera) once you’re done taking your shot. The C903 will also feature PhotoFix, Face Detection, and smile shutter.
However, a recent shot of the C903’s back side has unveiled the use of Xenon Flash. This cyber shot phone will also require the use of a 2.4-inch TFT display screen with QVGA, and aGPS as well.
The Sony Ericsson C903 cyber shot phone will be available by the end of the second quarter of 2009 with more upgrades welcoming it.
Sony Ericsson C903 Frances
source SEMC Blog
The VX9600 Versa from LG is just around the corner. It features a 2MP camera and a generous 3-inch display. We’ve gotten our hands on a shot of Best Buy’s Mobile inventory sheet, and the Versa has been scheduled to be released on February 22, 2009. We also suspect that this LG device will stock Verizon Wireless store shelves soon after.
The LG Versa offers a QWERTY keyboard with a mini gamepad for those gamers who don’t let mobile devices limit them. It has also been rumored to feature Wi-Fi as well, however we’ll have to wait till February 22 for that one.
The LG VX9600 Coming to Verizon Wireless
source Boy Genius Report
This device has been seen several times on the Sprint site, and after a while it was inevitable that this device would become available through Sprint. The new Palm Treo Pro had been rumored to be released on January 25, however, this speculation was quickly outdated as reliable sources leaked that the anticipated release date was incorrect. Now we have officially confirmed that Sprints Palm Treo Pro will finally be available on February 15, although before its final debut you’re able to pre-order it at your local Best Buy for the contract agreement price of 699 USD.
Palm Treo Pro
source Gizmodo
