LG GW520

The LG GW520, starts where the KS360 left off and offers full touchscreen capabilities on a 2.8" screen and 7.2Mbps HSDPA. The camera got a slight bump to 3 megapixels and of course there's the slide-out QWERTY, which if its predecessor is any indication.

The LG GW520 also features LG's LiveSquare, which shows your favorite contacts on the homescreen as animated characters, giving you quick access to them.

Nokia 5230

The Nokia 5230 is designed for those who lead an active life and use their mobile phone as their primary instrument for music, photos and videos, as well as sharing their lives online. With the Nokia 5230, consumers can get new content, be it songs from the Nokia Music Store or apps, games, videos and other services from the Ovi Store, directly from their phones. The solutions offering is complemented by A-GPS navigation and the latest version of Ovi Maps with aerial images, 3D landmarks for over 200 cities and terrain map views for pedestrian and drive navigation.

The Nokia 5230 features an easy to use music player with 33 hours of playback time. In select markets the Nokia 5230 will include Comes With Music service offering truly unbeatable value with all you can eat music. The recommended price of the Nokia 5230 with the Comes With Music service will be 259 EUR before subsidies and taxes. For a mighty music experience, any headphones with a 3.5mm AV connector can be used. In addition, the Nokia 5230 features a Media Bar with quick access to your favourite media and applications, such as music, photos, YouTube or Ovi Share.

The innovative Contacts bar features thumbnail images for up to 20 close friends and provides easy access to them and their communications history including emails, phone calls, photos or other social media updates

Nokia X6

We'd be tempted to use the word "featurephone" on the X6 (pictured) if it wasn't Nokia behind the handset, pumping the relatively chubby 0.55-inch thick form factor with 32GB of storage, a 5 megapixel camera, a dual LED flash, TV-out, and a 3.2-inch touchscreen. The phone is also a Comes with Music only handset, so don't expect to get all boring and old with this phone in your pocket -- or to pay for a voice plan that doesn't include the service. Otherwise, the phone seems to be a slightly slimmed down Nokia 5800 XpressMusic, sporting the same OS, A-GPS (with Ovi Maps), and we suppose a similar resistive touchscreen. Nokia was kind enough to include a free copy of Spore along with the Ovi Store, and plans to ship the handset in Q4 2009 for 459 Euros (about $652 US) before subsidy.

The X3 is a much tamer affair than the X6, offering a 2.2 non-touchscreen, a slide-out keypad, and Series 40 for an OS. There's a 3.2 megapixel camera, but you'll have to spring for a microSD card if you need significant onboard storage. What's new is that the X3 is the first Series 40 handset to include the Ovi Store, which should help it edge out the competition when it comes to functionality. The price isn't bad either, at 115 Euros (about $163 US) before subsidy. It'll be out in Q4 as well.

Update: We've added a brief video after the break.

LG BL20

For all its good looks and lickable icons, the BL40 hardly feels like a "Chocolate" phone -- abandoning the featurephone functionality and slider form factors that are usually associated with the moniker. Well, the newly surfaced BL20 (previously spotted as the BL42) is here to solve all that. The slider handset has capacitive touch controls below the screen, but the screen itself is not a touchscreen. The functionality has also been trimmed back from the BL40's app extravaganza, but the interface looks and actual hardware seem very similar. We had a little trouble getting around in the German interface, but if you can handle our bumblings you can check out a video of the phone after the break.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X2

Live life in the fast lane with the XPERIA™ X2 from Sony Ericsson. Designed for those who always need to be connected, whether it’s for business or personal life, the XPERIA™ X2 blurs the boundary between work and play.

London, UK – September 2, 2009 – Today Sony Ericsson announces the XPERIA™ X2 a new Windows® phone that offers a best in class email and multimedia experience. In the modern world where 24/7 communication is key, users can instantly synchronise their mail and calendar and open and edit Microsoft® Office Mobile documents quickly and efficiently to stay connected with colleagues wherever they are.

The XPERIA™ X2 also includes the unique SlideView feature, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities. Providing quick interaction with contacts, messages, media and more, SlideView gives an overview of missed incoming activity, notifying the user of any missed calls, e-mails and text messages so users don’t overlook an important contact.

With 14 specially designed preloaded XPERIA™ panels and 16 more to download, users can work with no boundaries with the XPERIA™ X2. From Skype, Mytopia and Google™, to games, CNN and Windows Live™, the panels ensure users are up-to-date with what matters most to them. With an improved touch interface and new 3D signature panel users also benefit from flexible desktop panels designed to categorise business, fun and communication features. Just set favourites to appear during certain times of the day and can get the latest news in the morning, YouTube™ at lunchtime and games for the journey home.

Powered by QWERTY messaging, Windows Mobile® users can even show their presentations on the big screen with the TV out cable - the XPERIA™ X2 makes a day at the office a walk in the park.

“In the fast moving world we live in, the need to stay connected has never been so important.” said Sumit Malhotra, marketing business manager, Sony Ericsson. “We constantly rely on our mobile phones as an extension to the office and the XPERIA™ X2 debuting with Windows Mobile® 6.5, allows users to work quickly and efficiently while on the move. The XPERIA™ X2 also features a new range of interactive panels as well as SlideView, which provides quick access to frequently used phone activities – perfect for those who need to see any missed incoming activity at a glance.”

Entertainment is not compromised on XPERIA™ X2. Enjoy amazing multimedia with the 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality and take advantage of the 8.1 megapixel camera to capture and instantly share experiences with friends and family. Personalise the panels and users can access Facebook™ to upload their party or holiday images and they can chat with friends across the world via Skype. Whether it is music, photography, email, video or gaming the XPERIA™ X2 has it all.

“Windows® phones allow people to manage their whole world – from work to home to play – on a single handset,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager, product management, Microsoft Corp. “The XPERIA™ X2 taps the powerful messaging and multimedia capabilities in Windows Mobile® so customers can be in touch, productive and entertained wherever they are.”

With the need to stay connected 24/7 Sony Ericsson has designed XPERIA™ Services, a bespoke and unique after sales package designed to help XPERIA™ X2 users get the most out of their mobile phone. With a specialised technical team standing by to support busy users and talk through the outstanding features the XPERIA™ X2 has to offer users can get help from troubleshooting to how to access their favourite websites. And if their XPERIA™ X2 stops working while they are abroad, XPERIA™ Services can replace the mobile phone via a simple phone call.
XPERIA™ Services really has been devised with the consumer in mind and to help consumers discover more about their XPERIA™ X2.

XPERIA™ X2
Live life without boundaries

• Windows Mobile® 6.5 – work on the move easier
• Make the most of the day – flexible desktop panels categorised for life: communication and fun, multimedia, business and internet
• Work without boundaries – instant synchronisation of mail, calendar powered by QWERTY keyboard messaging and Windows Mobile®
• Slide view – quick access to frequently used phone activities and overview of missed incoming activity
• Present documents on the big screen – TV out cable
• Never get stranded - XPERIA™ exclusive travel insurance
• Enjoy amazing multimedia – 3.2” high resolution touch screen and DVD quality
• 8.1 mega pixel camera with Photo light – easily upload images to web albums
• Real 3D panel – 3D effects and zoom, music playback controls

Big business meeting? Arrive charged with the Car Charger AN300 – ultra fast, ultra-safe and ultra-reliable. A perfect accessory for the XPERIA™ X2, it charges 40 per cent faster than most car chargers – just plug into the cigarette lighter and go.

XPERIA™ X2 supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 and UMTS/HSPA 850/900/2100. XPERIA™ X2 will be available in selected markets from early Q4 in the colours Elegant Black and Modern Silver.

The Sony Ericsson XPERIA™ X2 at a glance

XPERIA™ X2
Camera

• 8.1 megapixel camera
• Up to 16x digital zoom
• Auto focus
• Geo tagging
• Image stabilizer
• Send to web
• Touch focus
• Video light
• Video recording

Music

• Album art
• Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP)
• Equalizer
• Sony Ericsson media player
• Music tones (MP3/AAC)
• Equalizer
• Sony Ericsson media player
• Music tones (MP3/AAC)
• PlayNow™ arena*
• Stereo speakers
• Windows Media® Player

Web

• Bookmarks
• Google™ search
• Internet Explorer®
• Pan & Zoom
• Web feeds

Communication

• Call list
• Conference calls
• Polyphonic ringtones
• Speakerphone
• Vibrating alert

Messaging

• Email
• Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
• Handwriting recognition
• Instant messaging
• Picture messaging (MMS)
• Predictive text input
• Text messaging (SMS)

Design

• Auto rotate
• Media
• Picture wallpaper
• Touchscreen
• Wallpaper animation
• Windows Mobile® 6.5

Entertainment

• 3D games
• Java™
• Motion gaming
• Tracker
• Video streaming
• Video viewing
• YouTube™ application

Connectivity

• A-GPS

Bluetooth™ technology

• DNLA Certified™
• Google Maps™
• Modem
• Synchronisation
• TV out
• USB mass storage
• USB support
• Wi-Fi™

Organizer

• Adobe® PDF Reader
• Alarm clock
• Calculator
• Calendar
• Flight mode
• Microsoft® Office Mobile
• Notes
• Phone book
• Stopwatch
• Tasks
• Timer

Accessories
In-Box:

• XPERIA™ X2
• Battery
• Battery Charger
• Stereo Portable Handsfree MH500
• USB cable
• TV out cable
• 4GB SanDisk microSD™ memory card
• User guide

Optional accessories:

• Bluetooth™ Headset PV740
• Car charger AN300
• Video Viewing Stand IM920

Facts and Figures 1)2)

• Size: 110 x 54 x 16 mm

• Weight: 155 grams

• Colours: Elegant Black, Modern Silver

• Main screen: 65,536 colour TFT
• Resolution: 480 x 800 pixels (WVGA)
• Size: 3.2 inches

• Phone memory: Up to110MB
• Memory card support: SanDisk microSD™ and microSDHC™, up to 16GB

• Talk time GSM: Up to 10 hrs
• Standby time GSM: Up to 500 hrs

• Talk time UMTS: Up to 6hrs
• Standby time UMTS: Up to 640hrs

• Music listening time: Up to 20hrs

Availability and versions
Networks:

• XPERIA™ X2
• GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
• UMTS/HSPA 850/1900/2100

• GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
• UMTS/HSPA 900/1900/2100

Available in selected markets from early Q4 2009.

Legal

1) Facts and features may vary depending on local variant.

2) Talk and standby times are affected by network preferences, type of SIM card, connected accessories and various activities e.g. games. Kit contents and colour options may differ from market to market. The full range of accessories may not be available in every market.

© Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, 2009.

The Liquid Identity logo, PlayNow and TrackID and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. Sony is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Ericsson is a trademark of Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Sony Ericsson is under licence.
TrackID is powered by Gracenote Mobile MusicID. Gracenote and Gracenote Mobile MusicID are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gracenote, Inc.
Google, Google Maps and YouTube are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc.
Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
microSD is a trademark or registered trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
XHTML is a registered trademark of the W3C.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Mobile, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows Live, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Windows Media and ActiveSync are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Adobe and Flash Lite are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
SyncML is a trademark or registered trademark of Open Mobile Alliance Ltd.
Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
Facebook is a trademark or registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.
Skype is a trademark or registered trademark of Skype Limited.
CNN is a trademark or registered trademark of Cable News Network, LLP.
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Sony Ericsson is a top, global industry player with sales of around 97 million phones in 2008. Diversity is one of the core strengths of the company, with operations in over 80 countries including manufacturing in China and R&D sites in China, Europe, India, Japan and North America. Sony Ericsson was established as a 50:50 joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in October 2001, with global corporate functions located in London.

Review of the Garmin Nuvi 880 High-Powered GPS

By Joseph Aaron

The Garmin Nuvi 880 GPS Navigation System offers a comprehensive list of features and functions that boost it to the top tier for any person who wants a top quality GPS system. The system is somewhat operated by voice and also works using the touch screen. The Garmin Nuvi 880 is among the most popular GPS systems on the market today.

Features

The Garmin Nuvi 880 provides several features that cause it to be one of the most high quality GPS systems around. The unit will be armed with wireless abilities, allowing you to communicate through the cell phone even when driving. There are two front speakers positioned on the unit so that you can hear the person you are conversing with easily.

The Nuvi 880 also offers you excellent voice recognition capabilities. This hands-free function is the best option when you are zipping along congested highways and in cities where you have to put all of your attention on your route. The FM radio transmitter is also a standard feature and you can get real time traffic updates if you request them.

Traffic updates are spoken using your sound system so if you are hearing an MP3 on your Garmin Nuvi 880, the music will be interrupted by the instructions. This helps give you confidence that you will not drive past your turn and that new routes will automatically be at your disposal.

The Garmin Nuvi 880 Automotive GPS Navigator also gives simple-to-follow instructions by referring to the street names instead of the distance you must travel. The voice system is simple to operate and comprehend, especially since all you have to do is key in the end point and the address from which you are beginning your drive to use the system.

Charging Your Nuvi 880

You Nuvi 880 is easily removed so that you can take it anywhere. The battery will hold a charge even away from an outside power source for up to five hours. To power up your Nuvi 880 you can plug it into a cigarette lighter adaptor, your USB cable, or a garden-variety wall socket adaptor.

Adding Maps

The Garmin Nuvi 880 GPS Navigation System comes with maps of North America built in but you can get extra instructions when you want to by downloading the desired routes from the company website. If you are visiting a hitherto unknown country then you might also want to get a travel guide for the location you are visiting. The travel guide will make it easy to discover neat things to do in the country and help you get to hotels, fuel and other must-haves.

You can save your most well-liked restaurants and ships in the unit, also. This helps you to easily find your favorite foods and items in a new place.

Finding Parking

If you can never remember the location of your vehicle once you have parked, you will really appreciate the feature that keeps track of your parking spot. This benefit is guaranteed to be on your Garmin 880.

About the Author:

Joseph Aaron writes for an online project helping consumers make educated purchase decisions on GPS Navigation Systems. Amongst the highest rated GPS units recommended on his website is the Garmin Nuvi 880 GPS Navigation System.

The Advantages of a Cell Phone with GPS

By Pete Ross Christopher Geller Rick Sidnel

Global positioning technology has evolved extensively over the years, and the benefits seen from the commercialization of GPS for consumer use is widespread. Although this revolutionary technology was originally developed for the military, it has enjoyed more success in the consumer market.

Phones that are equipped with GPS are known as GPS cell phones. With these phones, you can use GPS whenever you want, not just in a car like with other devices. The best cell phones on the market now come standard with GPS, and it is probable that eventually all phones will have GPS.

The alternative to a GPS cell phone is a regular GPS system, but there are some distinct disadvantages of these. For one, they are too large to take outside of your car. Second, they are quite expensive, and currently the cheapest model is still around two hundred dollars. Therefore, GPS cell phones save money because then you no longer need an additional system.

In emergencies, GPS is something you will always be thankful for. You can use it to find a gas station or a town in close proximity if lost. You can also give emergency personnel, family, or friends your specific location with the aid of global positioning.

It can sometimes be difficult for a cell phone to be tracked in certain situations. With a GPS cell phone, police can quickly find you no matter what the circumstances are, and that is quite a relief, even if you don't need to use that service.

The primary benefit people think about when it comes to GPS is finding places without a map. Indeed, you will never need to look at a map again if you have a quality GPS cell phone. All you need to do is type in the address you are going to, and step-by-step directions are instantly created for you to follow.

Unfortunately for kids, GPS can be used by parents to track their location. Teens don't even need to be notified; parental units can activate GPS without the offspring ever knowing. However, doing such a thing is considered unethical, so if a parent chooses to use this feature, they should tell whoever is being tracked.

The ever increasing efficiency of the technological industry will soon make GPS available to almost everyone who owns a cell phone. The days of getting lost in the deserts of Arizona or the mountains of Colorado will be long gone, and people will be able to feel a little bit safer while driving in to unknown territory.

About the Author:

Justin Kander blogs for Cheap Electrforics Warehouse, a blog dedicated to cheap electrforics.