Samsung Tocco Ultra Edition mobile phone

The new SAMSUNG Tocco Ultra Edition is described by Samsung as “redefining perfectionism in style, design and technology”.

The Tocco Ultra Edition has a 2.8″ fully touch screen which is a bright amoled display and comes complete with a 8 mega pixel camera. The boy of this classic mobile phone is just 12.7mm thick and has an anti-scratch metal frame together with a scratch resistant screen.

The music player on this phone is a MP3 and also plays AAC, AAC+ and WMA. The phone has an FM radio with RDS.

The phone has a maximum talk time of up to 4 Hours and a maximum standby time of up to 350 Hours. The memory is MicroSDHC memory card slot with a maximum of 16GB and 75MB internal memory. This mobile phone also has Bluetooth.

With its 2.8″ Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode (AMOLED) full touch screen the Samsung Tocco Ultra Edition is perfect for watching Samsung Movies on the move. The screen offers astonishingly bright, clear and brilliant colours and the Tocco Ultra Edition gives 4 hours and 20 minutes of continuous movie viewing on a full charge, meaning you can watch two full movies back to back.

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Samsung Pixon12, the world’s First 12 Megapixel Camera Phone

SAMSUNG Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, reinforced its leadership in the high megapixel cameraphone market by unveiling Samsung Pixon12 (M8910) – the world’s first 12-megapixel camera phone with full-touch screen.

A response to today’s consumers who demand robust camera features in their mobile phones, the Pixon12 comes packed with a host of functions which enable consumers to easily capture, browse and share their images on the move – all on a brilliant full-touch 3.1-inch AMOLED screen.

“The Pixon12 is testament to how SAMSUNG’s ongoing consumer research enables us to develop ground-breaking products that surpass our customers’ expectations. Speedy access to the camera mode, fast shutter speed and rapid browsing are some of the key features consumers are looking for from their mobile phone cameras. They won’t be disappointed”, said Mark Mitchinson, Vice President SAMSUNG Mobile UK & Ireland.

Instant Shoot

The Samsung Pixon12 enables users to take perfect pictures quickly and easily, thanks to a Dedicated Camera Power Key which gives users fast one-touch access to the camera function. Once the camera is turned on, users can point and shoot, capturing images as fast as today’s advanced digital cameras. The Samsung Pixon12 also features fast image saving, so users can move to their next shot within around 2 seconds.

The phone also provides the best photo quality by adopting innovative camera features. With Touch Auto-Focus (AF) tracking, users can simply select focus points with the touch of a finger, after which the AF function will automatically follow the object, keeping it in focus even as it moves across the screen. Moreover, the Smart Auto feature allows users to capture the perfect images as the camera automatically changes the scene and mode based on its object, background and lighting.

Images taken on the Pixon12 boast digital camera quality thanks to the phone camera’s superb 28mm lens and Xenon flash.

Instant Review

When they are done snapping, users can re-live and enjoy the pictures on the Pixon12’s brilliant 3.1” AMOLED screen. The screen boasts a contrast ratio of 10,000:1 while providing power-saving features which increase battery life.

Finally, the Samsung Pixon12 enables users to easily organize and manage photos with multiple ways of organising your files – by tags, file names, ratings, and time. In addition, the multi-selection feature enables users to select images in groups rather than one by one, making viewing and editing photos much easier.

Instant Share

With SAMSUNG Share Pix, the Pixon12 lets users easily upload images and videos to popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Picasa, Flickr, MySpace, Photobucket, Friendster quickly and easily. Added to that, the phone’s high-connectivity functions including Wi-Fi and HSUPA capabilities mean that user’s photos can be shared to their friends in no time.

The Samsung Pixon12 in the UK during Q3. Further details on stockists and pricing will be available closer to the time.

Samsung M8910 Product Fact Sheet

Network:  HSPA 900 / 2100MHz GPRS / EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
Display:  3.1” 16M AMOLED
Camera:  12MP with Xenon + Power Led Flash Wide Angle 28mm, Digital Zoom, Touch AF Tracking Smart Auto, Beauty Shot, Vintage Shot
Video / Audio:  Video: D1(720 x 480) 30fps MPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivX, XviD Audio: MP3, AAC, AAC+, AAC+e, WMA
Value Added Features:  Share Pix, GPS, FM Radio with RDS
Connectivity: WiFi, BT 2.1, USB 2.0 HS (micro USB)
Memory Internal memory: 150MB
External memory: Micro SD (up to 16GB)
Battery: 1000mAh
Size: 108 x 53 x 13.8mm

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Samsung S5600 launched exclusively with Orange

SAMSUNG Mobile announced that Orange is the first UK network to launch the Samsung S5600. Available immediately, the new handset is perfect for social networkers on the move and available in black, pink and white for the latest in touchscreen innovation.

“The Samsung S5600 offers a truly stylish design and an intuitive user interface for the most image conscious mobile users.” said Mark Mitchinson, Vice President of SAMSUNG Mobile UK and Ireland. “For social networking enthusiasts the S5600’s widget and full internet browsing capabilities mean they will never miss out on a status update or the latest photos ever again.”

Packed with multimedia features
The Samsung S5600 is perfect for keeping in touch on the move, particularly with the latest social networking trends and comes with Orange Windows Live embedded for easy access. Mobile widgets can be dragged and placed on the screen for one-click access to favourite applications. Fast internet browsing with an accelerometer sensor for auto screen rotation gives users an exciting mobile internet experience. The 2.8″ QVGA full touch screen really helps the user to design, customise and personalise the way they use their phone.

The Samsung S5600 also includes a 3.2MP camera with the latest digital camera features such as smile shot, so users can easily take pictures and upload them to show friends and family with the Orange photography service. The phone also features music recognition using Shazam’s ‘Find Music’, so users can find any song they want to listen to wherever they are and purchase it through the Orange Music Store.

Keeping it all in one place
The handset’s generous memory (80MB and Micro SD slot up to 8GB) ensures ample storage space for multimedia content, meaning users can take their favourite pictures, videos and music with them everywhere.

The Samsung S5600 is available immediately for free from Orange on a £20 per month, 24 month contact, or for £159.50 on Orange pay as you go.

Visit Orange shops or Orange.co.uk/shop for more information.

Samsung S5600 Product Specification
Network:  HSDPA (900/2100MHz) EDGE/GPRS Quad Band (850/900/1800/1900MHz)
Display: 2.8″ 16M TFT (240 x 320)
Camera: 3.2 Megapixel (Smile shot, Power LED)
Video: H.263 / H.264 / WMV / MPEG4; Video recording supporting QVGA@15fps
Audio: FM Radio with RDS, DNSe MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, eAAC+
Value-added Features: Music Recognition / SNS / Photo Contact / Gesture Lock / Wide Idle screen Full internet browsing / Photo browser; TouchWiz UI with Mobile Widget
Connectivity: Bluetooth v2.1 / USB 2.0 FS
Memory: Internal Memory 80MB + External Memory slot : microSD (up to 8GB)
Size: 102.8 x 54.8 x 12.9mm
Battery: 1000mAh

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Nokia weighs in with 3 new CDMA devices – Nokia 6316s, Nokia 3806 and Nokia 1506

Nokia is today strengthening its CDMA portfolio with the announcement of three new CDMA mobile devices: Nokia 6316s, Nokia 3806 and Nokia 1506. Together this new line-up highlights Nokia’s continued commitment to CDMA as a major standard in key markets around the world.

The Nokia 1506 is expected to become available in China at the end of 2009, while the Nokia 6316s and the Nokia 3806 are expected to become available during the first quarter of 2010.

“Nokia is boosting its leadership in the CDMA market by updating an already strong line-up with products that appeal to a wide range of customer needs,” said David Tang, Vice President of Nokia China.

“Of these devices, the Nokia 6316s is bringing exciting 3G services to life for users in China,” added Mr Tang. “Building on previous collaboration over the Nokia 8208, this is yet another success story resulting from our close relationship with China Telecom.”

Nokia 6316s: A 3G device to stay both connected and entertained

A Multimedia device with web browsing, music, imaging and GPS, the Nokia 6316s brings elegant design and powerful functionality together in a compact sliding device. The stainless-steel Nokia 6316s achieves both style and ease of use with a 2.2″ QVGA display, a 2-megapixel camera and Bluetooth 2.1.

The Nokia 6316s offers a full range of features in support of China Telecom services and preloaded applications such as QQ, Email, web browser, as well as try-and-buy applications mobile navigation and mobile stock. With fast 3G connectivity, the Nokia 6316s makes it easier than ever for people to stay in touch and share the things that matter the most to them.

There are three colour schemes available: Black, gold and red.

Nokia 3806: A compact companion

Inheriting the successful Nokia design ‘DNA’, the Nokia 3806 combines elegant design, all-in-one functionality, affordability and powerful information sharing features.

With a 2.2″ QVGA display, a 2-megapixel camera with video recorder, Bluetooth 2.1 and a card slot which can support an external memory card up to 4GB, the Nokia 3806 is an exciting mobile phone that allows users to easily capture and share every important moment.

The classic monoblock design of the Nokia 3806 is lined with silver trim and is available in three colour schemes: piano black, pure white and rose gold.

Offering more than sleek and stylish design, the Nokia 3806 offers Health Assistant, a companion that helps manage the stresses of daily life, allowing you to stay healthy, which ultimately, allows you to stay happy.

Nokia 1506: A simpler way to stay connected

Designed to simplify the lives of its users, the Nokia 1506 is Nokia’s most affordable CDMA device to date. The easy-to-use Nokia 1506 stands out from other entry-level mobiles with a slender monoblock design with high-gloss colors, a Navi key in metallic finish, a voice recorder, an integrated handsfree speaker and long battery performance.

There are two colour schemes available: Black and plum.

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Watch this space: Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition launched

Nokia today announced the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition, an entertainment hub that combines mobile broadcast TV (DVB-H), social networking, music and gaming in one compact 3G device. With mobile broadcast TV consumption on the rise – by 2012 there will be over 300 million people worldwide watching TV on their mobile phones – this handset offers easy access to anyone wanting to enjoy an exceptional live, on-the-move TV experience.

Nokia vice president Mark Selby said, “The introduction of the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition responds to the arrival of DVB-H broadcast mobile TV networks in new markets and offers an affordable device for new and existing customers alike. Customers are increasingly watching a variety of programmes on their mobiles, such as drama programs, news and sport, for a longer period of time. The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition has the sound and image quality to hold audiences captive.”

Watch TV. Anywhere.
Thanks to the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition’s DVB-H technology, programs burst through the QVGA 2.4″ screen in full-colour, crystal clear, sharp images. Plug in 3.5mm headphones for personal viewing or use the loudspeaker option to share the experience with friends and family.

With one-click access to live broadcasts, the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition can pick up the best channels around. Set reminders for favorite shows to make sure key episodes aren’t missed and create personal channel lists with Nokia’s innovative Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for a truly tailored mobile broadcast TV experience.

The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition provides broadcast picture quality while the headset acts as an antenna for outstanding reception, so no blank screens or interference during those all important moments. Long battery life gives up to six hours of DVB-H usage; enough time to watch three football matches – or six episodes of a soap opera – before recharging. The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition will retail for 155 Euros before taxes and subsidies.

Franklin Selgert, Chairman, Broadcast Mobile Convergence Forum said, “It is essential for DVB-H service providers to have a variety of devices capable of serving the mass market. Having a complete portfolio of handsets is pivotal for the commercial success of mobile TV. The new Nokia DVB-H enabled mobile phone, the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition, is a great addition to the current portfolio of broadcast TV-capable handsets.”

Catch up with friends. Anytime.
The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition comes with all the latest social networking software, making it simple to stay in touch with friends via Ovi Contacts, Facebook, MySpace and YouTube. Post status updates for friends and family to follow or instant message (IM) them via Windows Live(TM) Messenger, Google Talk, Yahoo! Messenger, ICQ, AOL and many others.

Capture photos and video clips, day or night, using the 3.2 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom and LED flash before uploading and sharing favourite shots via sites such as OviShare and Flickr. Alternatively, email them via Ovi Mail, Nokia Messaging, Windows Live Messenger, Gmail, or Yahoo! Mail.

Play music. Whenever.
Accessing music and other apps is easy with dedicated music keys and links to the Nokia Music store (where available). The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV edition is also compatible with Nokia’s innovative Comes with Music service – providing free, unlimited access to millions of tracks. Download free music anytime, anywhere – and keep all the music forever.

Keep up-to-date. Wherever.
Check out the choice of personalized media and applications in the Ovi Store. A one-stop-shop for thousands of applications, games, videos, podcasts, productivity tools, web and location-based services and more, means personalizing the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition is just the touch of a button away.

Mobile TV. Roll-out.
Nokia and Nokia Siemens Networks work with more than 30 operators worldwide on Mobile TV implementations. Commercial launches with Mobile TV services based on DVB-H and OMA BCAST standards include Austria, Finland, Ghana, Kenya, India, Italy, Namibia, Nigeria, Netherland, Philippines and Switzerland. Additional commercial launches can be expected during the next 12-18 month in more than 20 countries.

Stefan Schneiders, Head of Mobile TV solutions at Nokia Siemens Networks said, “It is great that Nokia has affirmed its commitment to DVB-H by launching the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition. 2010 brings a series of high-profile global sporting events and this is a good opportunity for operators to create, drive and bundle innovative mobile TV services based on DVB-H. In fact, during the 2006 World Cup, Italy saw the launch of the most successful mobile TV Broadcasting service in Europe.”

Francois Theron, CEO at DStv Mobile comments: “DStv Mobile has rolled out DVB-H networks in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and Namibia and we are currently rolling out a number of new networks in other African countries. Our success has been built around offering innovative and premium television content at an affordable price while facilitating access to inexpensive handsets which suit the requirements of consumers in Africa. The introduction of the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition is a welcome development as Nokia is a trusted brand in Africa and will further encourage television viewers to access entertainment, sport and news on the DStv Mobile platforms.”

Vincent Grivet, Vice President, Mobile TV TDF, France said “We are very excited by the launch of the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition. It is a highly seducing and compelling device and will be the perfect platform for introducing both European mobile users and operators to a high quality and constraint free mobile TV experience. This is exactly what the industry has been waiting for to accelerate the broadcast mobile TV roll out, and we look forward to the successful and fast distribution of this innovative device in our key European markets such as Finland, Austria, Germany and France.

Vincenzo Novari, CEO at Hutch 3G, Italy, said: “As the largest handset producer in the world, Nokia’s announcement is real evidence of their commitment to the development of the broadcast mobile TV market. Networks, content and handsets made for mass consumer consumption are the key ingredients for fuelling the market’s growth”.

Erik Sylvestersson, Vice President Sales & Marketing at DNA Finland said: “Live digital TV broadcasts over DVB-H networks is becoming more accessible to more people. In Finland, we have found that sport and news are the key drivers for broadcast mobile TV consumption among consumers. People want to be able to watch the action as it happens – rather than settle for highlight shows once they get home. Consumers expect an exceptional on-the-move TV experience at an affordable price, something the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition is fully equipped to deliver.”

Notes to editors:

Compatibility with the aforementioned services may be limited to certain countries.

Nokia’s first commercial DVB-H device was the Nokia N92, launched in November 2005. Nokia’s DVB-H device range includes the Nokia N92, Nokia N77, and the Nokia N96. In addition Nokia enables DVB-H reception on multiple devices including the Nokia N97, Nokia N97 mini, Nokia N86 8MP, Nokia E75, Nokia 5800 XpressMusic and Nokia X6 by using the Nokia Mobile TV Receiver SU-33W.

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Nokia E72 in stores now

The highly-anticipated Nokia E72, a device tailor-made for business and personal messaging is now available in stores. To coincide with the arrival of the Nokia E72, Nokia has also released research* revealing that more people rely on email than on traditional phone calls or text messaging when sending and responding to critical information.

 

Speaking about the research results, Nokia vice president Ukko Lappalainen said, “The research shows that people are spending an average of five full days per year – equivalent to a full work week – responding to emails. Half of us (46 percent) choose email over voice or text to send and receive important information. The Nokia E72 was designed exactly with this kind of person in mind – it allows the owner to be more responsive and communicate how they want, whenever they want and wherever they are.”

 

The Nokia E72 builds on the formula from Nokia’s most successful full QWERTY keyboard device, the Nokia E71, and adds important new functionality such as desktop-like email and chat experiences. Morevoer, the latest version of Ovi Maps with A-GPS navigation and compass, an optical navi key and 5 megapixel camera are all packed into the sleek, beautifully-designed handset.

 

The Nokia E72 also comes with Nokia’s push consumer email service, Nokia Messaging, and now for the first time people can set up instant messaging (IM) directly from the homescreen, accessing communities such as Windows Live(TM) Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, Google Talk and Ovi Chat. Just like chatting via the desktop, people can respond to friends and colleagues across multiple communities in real-time.

 

The Nokia E72 can also accommodate multiple work and personal email accounts and, with separate profiles for work and play, allows people to be flexible when it comes to choosing how, when, where and who to respond to. While work emails rank as the most important messages to receive, they are not necessarily the most urgent messages to respond to. According to Nokia’s research, half of respondents (49 percent) prioritise their partners ahead of their bosses or managers (29 percent), colleagues (23 percent) and even customers (31 percent).

 

The Nokia responsiveness research was commissioned to examine the various factors that influence how people respond to various issues and situations. In addition to the research, an online campaign at http://www.nokia.com/responsiveness invites people around the world to respond to various issues and comments from TED Fellows

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The ‘all-you-can-eat’ music powerhouse, Nokia X6, now shipping

The Nokia Comes With Music Flagship phone, the Nokia X6, is now available in selected markets. Through the ‘all-you-can-eat’ music offering the Nokia X6 pioneers new ways for the world to experience music. The Nokia X6 is expected to retail for approximately EUR 450, before taxes and subsidies.

“The Nokia X6 Comes With Music edition is a stellar offering, that gives music fans the power to download all the music they could ever want – quickly, easily and for free,” said Ole Feddersen, vice president, smartphones, Nokia. “We are giving people a handy access to and ownership of a vast music library and a great new touchscreen device to play their music on.”

In addition to the unlimited access to millions of tracks available in Nokia Music Store, Comes With Music subscribers will be able to download exclusive content directly to their device or PC from both, international superstars and favorite local artists. Fans will have access to bonus tracks, remixes and other additional content, free of charge as part of the Comes With Music subscription.

The Nokia X6 is a powerful entertainment device capable of playing up to 35 hours of music, offering 32GB of on-board memory and supporting all main digital music formats, with a slick 3.2″ finger touch interface and a  5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss lens.

The ultimate device for social butterflies, the Nokia X6 has a 16:9 widescreen optimized for photos, videos and browsing. The Nokia X6 is a hive of activity that brings friends and virtual communities, like Facebook, to the homescreen, making it easy to socialize with friends and follow all the favorite blogs and celeb gossips.

The entertainment experience is completed by three embedded games, Spore by EA, Asphalt4 and DJ Mix Tour by Gameloft, and direct access from the homescreen to download more games and applications through the Ovi Store.

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