Posts published March 2009

VIDEO: Motorola i9 for Sprint Nextel

The Motorola i9 from Sprint Nextel is a cool mobile phone that is a combination of the RAZR form factor with certain features forms the ROKR E8. It includes a 3.1MP camera, backlit buttons, keypad backlight, integrated GPS, Bluetooth, haptic feedback and ModeShift.

There is no word yet about the pricing or availability of the cellphone, but it is expected to be released very soon. Check out the video below.


VIDEO: Verizon Network Extender

Verizon Wireless has now released its very own femtocell product, the Verizon Network Extender so as to enhance in-home cell phone reception. This device costs $249 up-front, and the good news is that there is no monthly fee.

The Verizon Network Extender creates a single-cell mobile network for use in a home or building, and then pushes users calls and data server back out to Verizon, by means of an existing broadband Internet connection. You will need at least 300 Kbps of upstream bandwidth to use this device. Please note that the system does not support EV-DO data, Verizon’s V Cast or location-based services. You have to be within about 15 feet of the Network Extender to set up an initial connection, but after that, the femtocell can cover about 5,000 square feet.

The Verizon Network Extender is now up for sale via Verizon Wireless’s Web site for $249.99. The product competes with T-Mobile’s @Home service and Sprint’s Airave. Click here to know more about the product and scroll down for the video.


VIDEO: Nokia 7205 Intrigue for Verizon

The Nokia 7205 Intrigue is already ready for purchase from Verizon Wireless. The flip phone is only 0.55” thick. Besides, it includes a 2MP camera, Bluetooth with A2DP support, PMOLED display on the back cover, fancy new homescreen and microSD slot for expandable memory. The Nokia 7205 Intrigue is priced at $180, with a two-year service agreement plus a $50 mail-in rebate.



VIDEO: Samsung SCH-u810 Renown for Verizon

Verizon has now introduced the Samsung SCH-u810 Renown, a clamshell style phone which includes EV-DO support on its CDMA network, quad-band GSM support, visual voicemail support, 2MP camera with NightShot for improved quality in low-light situations, Bluetooth with A2DP and microSD card slot. The Samsung SCH-u810 Renown will be priced at $179.99 after a 2-year commitment and mail-in rebate.


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