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Nokia Unveils New Touch Phone
European phone maker Nokia has launched a new touch phone that will allow users to stay connected while on the go and download new content instantly.


30 Years On What Went Wrong With The Sony Walkman
Today should have been a glorious day for Sony, because on this day in 1979, Sony presented us with the Walkman which, at the time, was a step up from the hand held radio, another hero product for Sony.


New Walkman Seen As Mini Boombox
Sony Ericsson new Walkman comes with large, powerful built-in stereo speakers designed to provide high-quality bass, and can me shared with friends, says the manufacturer.


Walkman Music Phones From Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson announced three new Walkman music phones and accessories – the W902, W595 and W302.


Phone-Music Player Combination From Motorola
Motorola has expanded its ROKR family of music products with the introduction of the Motorokr E8 ARIA edition mobile device, which transforms from phone to music player to imaging device, with the touch of a button.


Nokia To Roll Out New Music Phones
Nokia has launched two new XpressMusic phones that offer music and entertainment on the go.


Apple Tops The Pops In US But Tight-Lipped In Australia
Apple has announced that their iTunes store has surpassed retailer Wal-Mart to become the number one music retailer in the US, based on the latest data from the NPD Group.


Music Mobiles Eating Into iPod Market
Sales of music phones exceeded ½ billion units in 2007 according to MultiMedia Intelligence who claim that worldwide unit shipments, outnumbering shipments of personal media players like the iPod by almost 300 million units.


Apple May Be Forced To Unlock iPhone In Oz
The release of Apple’s iPhone locked exclusively to one carrier could be illegal under Australia’s competition laws, claim researchers. The issue could delay the product’s release in Australia or force Apple to sell an unlocked version.


Sony Bets On New Motion Sensing Mobile Phone
Sony Ericsson has revealed its new flagship Walkman (music playing) mobile phone, the W910i, which incorporates Wii-like motion sensing technology to play games, and control music stored on the device.


Sony-Ericsson’s New Walkman Phone Is Here
Following the great success of its Walkman phone line-up, Sony Ericsson has released the new W660i – a phone borne out of soulful trends and a passion for music, the company said.


So Will Consumers Buy The iPhone?
With one of, if not the most, hyped products set to hit the shelves of US stores tomorrow – yes we mean the iPhone – consumer electronics analysts predictions as to whether the iPhone will live up to its hype are pouring in. The latest is from Parks Associates, which suggests that Apple has a lot of hurdles to overcome for the product to take off.


New Features For iPhone Announced
Apple is already announcing feature upgrades to the iPhone, before the product has even launched. The ‘new’ iPhone will sport a more durable screen as well as longer battery life than was originally stated when it was unveiled at Macworld in January.


Apple iPhone Launch Date Revealed
Apple has finally revealed the launch date of the much anticipated new iPhone. It is set to go on sale in the US on 29 June.


Budget Walkman Phone From Sony
Sony Ericsson has introduced an entry-level Walkman mobile phone to its range with the new W200i.


iPhone War Over Cisco & Apple Make Up
The iPhone war betweem Cisco Systems and Apple is over with both Companies set to become "buddies" as they share not only the ”iPhone” name but technology developed by both Companies.


Australia To Get Microsoft Zune Phone 08?
Australians won’t get a Zune player this year from Microsoft but they might get a Zune play with a phone next year. The launch will coincide with the 2008 Australian launch of the Apple iPhone.


Apple iPhone Delays Rumoured
In the lead up to MacWorld, rumours of the launch of an iPhone by Apple are rife. However, Wall Street analysts warn fans not to hold their breath as the product launch is expected to be delayed till half-way through next year.


Pioneer iPod Killer
Pioneer has launched a new MP3 / MP4 camera phone which the company is calling the ‘new iPod killer’.


Nokia Extends Music Player/Phone Range
In its ongoing bid to take a bite into the music player market, Nokia has extended its music player/mobile phone range with the new Nokia 5300, 5200 and 3250 XpressMusic handsets.


Nokia Music Phone Delay Due To DRM
Nokia has pushed back the release of its flagship music phone, the N91, till mid-year, due in part to ongoing negotiations about digital rights management.


Motorola Rocks The House
Motorola this week announced a strategic alliance with the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) which will enable it to push its new range of music-enabled phones through an exclusive content deal.


Mobile Apple Phone Coming Soon
Apple is set to launch a brand new mobile phone that will feature music, video, email, and Internet functions. It will run on a unique Apple network called Mobile Me.


Mobiles For Midgets
Are your kids too young for an unrestricted mobile phone but old enough to easily get far beyond the reach of, ahem, concerned parents?


Ease Into The Weekend
This latest piece of online marketing should help you get through Friday afternoon thanks to Samsung's phone division.


iTunes Phone A Flop. Big Returns
As many as six times more customers are returning the Rokr phones than is normal for new handsets, according to a retail research Company.


Nokia rolls out multimedia handsets
Nokia’s range of multimedia phones is about to hit our shores, with flavours to suit most moods, consisting of a new MP3 phone with 4GB drive, a dedicated camera phone and a new 3G smartphone.



 



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