March 2010

Bharti Airtel, HTC & Qualcomm Launches HTC Smart: Affordable Smartphone in India

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

HTC Corporation, a global smartphone designer and Bharti Airtel, one of Asia's leading integrated telecom service providers, today announced an exclusive partnership to launch the HTC Smart in India in collaboration with Qualcomm Incorporated. The HTC Smart marks HTC's strategic focus on India, the fastest growing telecom market in the world. HTC Smart, an easy-to-use and affordable smartphone, aims to create a new category of smartphones by bringing the globally acclaimed HTC Smart to the masses.

"HTC has always focused on setting the stage for new mobile experiences and the HTC Smart is clear differentor from touch phone and the result of customer feedback from all over the world for an easier-to-use, affordable smartphone," said Peter Chou, Chief Executive Officer, HTC Corporation. "We're excited to launch the HTC Smart with Airtel in India first and Qualcomm, a company known for its innovations. HTC Smart offers easy-to-use widgets, browsing and connectivity at an affordable price. The integration of HTC Sense brings an unparalleled smartphone experience for people looking to do more on their phone."

The HTC Smart incorporates the latest cutting-edge features and is powered by Qualcomm's Brew Mobile Platform operating system. The stylish device sports a 2.8-inch TFT-LCD touch-sensitive screen with QVGA resolution and is equipped with a 3.5 mm stereo audio jack. The HTC Smart also includes a 3.0 megapixel color camera with fixed focus and flashlight.

"As the undisputed leader in the Indian telecom industry, Airtel is committed to constantly delighting its customers and offering innovations to enrich their experience. With the HTC Smart, Airtel customers will be the first in the world to experience a revolutionary Smartphone that is not only affordable but is also 3G-ready" said Sanjay Kapoor, CEO-India & South Asia, Bharti Airtel.

"Qualcomm is pleased to collaborate with HTC and Airtel to launch HTC Smart, which brings the 3G smartphone experience to the mass market," said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and chief executive officer of Qualcomm. "HTC Smart is the first smartphone using Qualcomm's distinctive Brew MP operating system. This platform, combined with the powerful HTC Sense technology brings a unique and compelling smartphone user experience to Indian consumers."

Bringing HTC Sense To The Masses

The HTC Smart embodies HTC Sense, HTC's unique design philosophy that focuses on putting people at the centre by making your phone work in a more simple and natural way. The HTC Smart’s compact touch design integrates the pillars of HTC Sense - Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected. People can customize their own personal experience using a variety of widgets for quick access to contacts, photos, music, weather and more. People are able to follow their friend's status updates using HTC Friend Stream, an application that seamlessly aggregates social communication streams like Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organized flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as the images and links that they share.

HTC Smart utilizes Qualcomm's Brew Mobile Platform (Brew MP), a powerful and popular mobile operating system that enables HTC to deliver the HTC Sense experience on more affordable smartphones. By pioneering a new era of mass-market smartphones, Brew MP also provides the HTC Smart with a mass-market opportunity for new applications and services from software developers worldwide.

Availability & Pricing

The HTC Smart will be available through Airtel in top 30 cities across the country at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 9,990 /- and at all authorized HTC resellers. Prices may vary according to the local applicable taxes.

Courtsey:airtel.in

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Samsung Launches Metro 3g: New Stylish Metro Phone @ Rs. 8,250 in India

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Samsung Electronics, the leading mobile phone provider, today announced the launch of Metro 3G - its new, stylish Metro phone with an all new metallic exterior offering 3G Connectivity. With the launch of this new mobile, Samsung has five, feature rich Metro Series of mobiles in its line up.

Announcing the launch Mr. Ranjit Yadav, Director IT & Telecom, Samsung Electronics stated: "Metro 3G is the first phone in the Metro series that offers 3G connectivity and access to SNS and IM features. This stylish phone also scores on account of its enhanced multimedia features." While the phone’s metallic exterior gives it a premium look , the metallic decorations around the camera lens, navigation key and the battery cover add to the overall style of the phone .It has a curved, ergonomic design and is only 11.9mm thick.

The Metro 3G offers users easy access to 9 social networking sites - Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, Picassa, Friendster, Photobucket etc. With the 3G (HSDPA) network, which is again a first in the Metro series and with SNS shortcut toolbar on the home screen, users can easily upload photos, send messages and stay in touch with their peers in the online space. Metro 3G also comes equipped with a chat messenger and supports GTalk, AIM and Palringo chat.

The advanced multi-media features of the phone include - a realistic 3D sound experience, 3.2 Megapixel camera with Smile shot and Panorama shot technology and Bluetooth 2.1 which offers wireless connectivity to headsets, printers as well as mobile and PC devices. The phone also offers ample storage space for all multimedia content with 105MB internal memory and a microSD support up to 16GB. Further Metro 3G is also the first phone in the Metro series with that offers 9 regional languages support.

The phone comes preloaded with Google applications and allows users to open and read rich text documents and comes equipped with a mobile tracker. The Samsung Metro 3G is priced at Rs. 8250 /- .With the launch of Metro 3G, Samsung Metro Series portfolio of 5 handsets is now available in the price range between Rs.6299 /- to Rs. 8250 /-

Courtesy: Samsung India

Zen Mobile Launches z66: New Dual SIM QWERTY Mobile Phone in India

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New Delhi based mobile manufacturer, Zen Mobile has announced dual-SIM mobile Zen Z66 in India. Recent addtitions to Zen Mobile's portfolio of QWERTY handsets is Z66. Zen Z66 is a Dual SIM mobile and allows you to use two GSM SIM Cards simultaneously. Zen Mobile recently launched two QWERTY mobile phones, Z77 and Z90 and now it this the third addition from company in QWERTY type.

This latest mobile works on dual SIM GSM network and is loaded with various interesting features. Zen Z66 comes with an array of high-tech features like the large 2.2" screen which allows for easy internet surfing while the internet browser delivers hassle-free and fast internet browsing. One can watch movies and videos on the widescreen as it offers the benefit of the real mp4 playback and recording. Special moments and memories can now be captured and cherished on Z 66’s digital camera.

One of the many impressive features is the mp3 playback, Li-ion 1100 mAh battery, USB charging, FM radio, dual sim facility (GSM+GSM), Wi-Fi, Infrared, Motion Sensor and others expandable memory and also it comes bundled with a 2 GB memory card that provides one with complete freedom of enjoying music on the go.

Talking about Z66, Mr. Deepesh Gupta, MD, Zen Mobile said, “popularity of QWERTY phones is fast catching up which can be judged by the fact that sales of these phones have grown 150 percent in the past one year. Our recently launched handsets Z77 and Z90 have been received well by our customers and we are confident that Z 66 will garner similar response. Zen mobiles aim to cater to the needs of the tech-savy Indian mobile users at an affordable price. Loaded with attractive features, the Z 66 comes at an affordable price range without compromising on quality."

The Zen Z66 phone has been designed in a way that offers the best of both the worlds – stylish with multi-layered features at a price of Rs. 2,999 /-

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Gresso Develops Unique Concept of Personalization in Mobile Phone

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Personalization is the ultimate expression of luxury. It is also the elemental link in the relationship between a customer and brand, between expectations and service. It is to strengthen this link and to offer a unique experience to its clientele that Gresso has developed a concept of personalization that is totally new in mobile industry, a world first in fact.

Gresso is giving customers the opportunity to create their own mobile phone. This is a phone that will forge an instant and privileged relationship between designer and brand and one that, at the end of the creative process, will assert its unique character. Participating in the creation of such a personal object and playing an active role in determining its final aspect will be an unforgettable experience. In this sense, Gresso is placing the customer right at the centre of the process and thereby determining the shape of tomorrow's mobile industry.

Almost 40 Combinations

It is only due to a special design of a phone case that the concept of personalization has been brought to life. In its concern to preserve the aesthetic harmony of the whole and not wanting to make an impact with tens of combinations, though this would be technically possible, Gresso opted for a carefully planned personalization system.

For this reason, personalization is based on three elements: case of special titanium alloy with high-tech ceramic covering, various types of leather decoration, keyboard design - absolutely flat or made of polished steel. Engraving the owner's initials or an inscription on the inside of the device makes the ultimate stage of Gresso personalization service. In total, there are almost 40 combinations available from which to create an exceptional mobile phone that mirrors the owner's personality.

The personalized phone can be envisaged and designed by the future buyer in the interactive "Online Boutique" on Gresso official website – www.gresso.com – or in the authorized dealers’ stores. It then enters its production cycle in Switzerland and will be delivered within 14 days, as agreed on beforehand with the client.

The price of the Gresso luxury collection starts from US$ 2200.

Courtesy: Gresso

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HTC Launches Desire: New Android Smartphone on Telstra's Next G Network

Monday, March 29, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, and Telstra today announced the availability of the Android-powered HTC Desire smartphone, which will be available from 27 April exclusively on Telstra's Next G network – Australia's largest and fastest 3G network.

"HTC Desire continues HTC's leadership in cutting-edge phone design and function," said Anthony Petts, Sales and Marketing Director ANZ, HTC Corporation. "The new HTC Sense experience enhances the user's ability to personalise their smartphone, discover endless possibilities with applications, and stay close to people like never before."

Some of the applications featured on this enhanced version of HTC Sense include a new newsreader application and widget, an innovative seven-screen 'helicopter' thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens, as well as a new widget called 'HTC Friend Stream' that seamlessly aggregates user's social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates.

"HTC Desire gives customers unprecedented ability to personalise their mobile," said Ross Fielding, Executive Director, Mobility Products, Telstra. "Not only can customers select from a massive ecosystem of free and paid-for applications from the Android Market – as well as Telstra apps like Mobile FOXTEL– but they can completely re-configure how shortcuts and applications appear on their phone. Add to this a fast 1GHz Snapdragon processor, the Next G network's unsurpassed coverage and speed, and Google's latest Android operating system for mobiles and you have one of the most responsive, intuitive and exciting smartphones to launch in 2010."

HTC Desire Key Features:

* The latest HTC Sense user experience

* Operates on Google's new Android 2.1 operating system for smartphones

* Fast 1 GHz Snapdragon processor

* Integrated applications from Google including Gmail and Google Calendar

* Advanced 3.7 inch, WVGA AMOLED display with pinch-to-zoom capability

* 3.5 mm stereo audio jack

* HTC Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of a customer’s social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates

* Automatically lowers the ringer volume when the phone is picked up

* Mutes the ringer when the phone is flipped face down

* Backs up certain data and settings to the microSD card automatically, such as SMS/MMS messages, bookmarks, Wi-Fi passwords, and more

Availability and Pricing:

HTC Desire will be available for $0 on Telstra's $60 consumer Phone Plan for 24 months (minimum total price $1440), or can be purchased outright with a RRP of $779 (INR. 35,000 /- approx.) . Customers can also take the handset on a mobile repayment option (MRO) with an eligible plan and pay off the $779 over 12 or 24 months. It is available from Telstra stores and dealers from the 27 April.

Courtesy: HTC Corporation

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Nokia Announced Open Two Unique Care Experience Centers in New Delhi

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Nokia today announced the opening of two unique Care Experience Centres in New Delhi. This is in sync with Nokia's strategy to provide a holistic solutions experience to its consumers at all consumer touch points. At the Nokia Care Experience Centres, consumers can, both, experience and receive support for Nokia's latest services and applications, such as Music, Messaging, Maps and Games.

Located in Lajpat Nagar and Vikas Puri, these large¬-format centres, have been divided into special zones including - the Hardware Repair Zone, the Services Support Zone, the Learning Zone and the Service Experience Zone and will allow consumers to explore and familiarize themselves with the features and services available across a multitude of devices.

In addition, each of the centres will house a fully-equipped Technical workshop, provides free Internet access, a full display of the latest Nokia accessories and a comfortable customer lounge for visiting customers. The Centres will offer not only a redressal and resolution forum but also total mobility solutions under one roof bringing together the Nokia Care Centre, software assistance, service support, accessories sale and other related Care services.

According to Mr. Sudhir Kohli, Head - Nokia Care, India "As Nokia sharpens its focus towards providing services and solutions, our Care strategy becomes integral to allow for the evolution of our long term relationship with the end consumer, from pure play devices support to full solutions support. The Nokia Care Experience Centres have hence been designed to offer a lot more than simply device related issues' resolution. Our endeavor is to provide consumers with a completely unique solutions support experience as well as to imbibe in-depth knowledge of the many new applications and services available on Nokia handsets."

The Nokia Care experience centres come well equipped with hi tech gadgets, trained technical and front office staff across dedicated service counters including Customer Care officers, highly skilled and qualified engineers, at the experience zones to ensure improved and more efficient resolution of Nokia consumer queries. Supported by a dynamic queue management system to help manage customer traffic the Nokia Care Experience Centres also have a separate counter to deal with premium customers, for their product delivery as well as to ensure individual attention to their queries regarding software and services.

"As a consumer focused company, we are committed to providing quality products and services that enhance the digital lifestyle of our customers at every touch-point. We plan to expand our network of Nokia Care Experience Centres in Metros by opening a total of 6 new centres by the end of this year," added Mr. Kohli.

Courtesy: Nokia India

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Kareena Kapoor Launches Sony Ericsson XPERIA & Vivaz Range Mobiles in India

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Living up to its brand promise of make. believe, Sony Ericsson today set off fireworks as its exciting new portfolio of phones was unveiled by Kareena Kapoor - its newly appointed brand ambassador for the region. Taking Sony Ericsson's entertainment heritage to new heights, the phones - including the much awaited XPERIA X10, XPERIA X10 mini, XPERIA X10 mini pro, Vivaz, and Vivaz pro - combine rich graphics with intelligence capabilities.

Further building up the excitement quotient, Sony Ericsson also announced the roll out of an impelling marketing campaign with a barrage of new elements, including its association with the extremely talented and beautiful Kareena Kapoor. Another interesting aspect of the company's upcoming campaign will be the greater emphasis on digital and social networks marketing, which is in synergy with what today's evolving consumer wants.

Speaking on the launch of the new phones, Hirokazu Ishizuka, Corporate Vice President & Head of Asia Pacific region, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communication said, "As a brand, we have evolved. The proliferation of social and digital media is changing the consumer experience with mobile phones and the new portfolio we present today really takes communication entertainment to the next level."

"Being one of the most widely-followed youth-icons, Kareena matches the level of energy, vibrancy, passion and fun associated with Sony Ericsson, and thereby elevates the aspiration value of the brand. We are also extremely excited about re-energizing the digital space with Kareena, as we debut her social networking that will allow her to engage with the rapidly growing digitally-evolved fan-base over various social networking platforms," he added.

Speaking on her association with Sony Ericsson, Kareena Kapoor said, "I am very happy to be associated with Sony Ericsson. Having experienced the new phone - the XPERIA X10, I believe that Sony Ericsson truly represents the fusion of communication and entertainment in mobile device. I love my new feature rich Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 that allows me to easily keep in touch with my family and friends, while keeping myself entertained on the go."

The new portfolio also introduces a new UX platform that creates a unique Sony Ericsson user experience by combining best-in-class entertainment features with signature applications, unrivalled integration of social media services and a rich graphical user interface. Among the many new features, the new phones introduce signature applications like Mediascape and Timescape™ that lets consumers organise everything in their phone in an intuitive way.

* Sony Ericsson Timescape manages all communication with one person in one place. Users can browse through their conversations the bright way to check out their Facebook, Twitter, photos, emails, and texts all in one go

* Sony Ericsson Mediascape is the smart way to get all the music, photos and videos one wants from their favourite friends and artists. It accesses content from everywhere - the phone, YouTube, PlayNow - and presents all content in one place on the consumer's phone.

Reinforcing its promise of Communication Entertainment, Sony Ericsson has also partnered with regional and local content and application providers to deliver the latest in entertainment content for consumers. Highlighting one such exclusive partnership, Mr. Ishizuka said, "We have a signed a regional partnership with MTV, whereby the Xperia X10 users will have exclusive access to the MTV application that will provide them news feeds and other updates from the channel."

With India projected to become the second largest telecom market globally, Sony Ericsson sees immense potential in the region for its new portfolio. According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the number of telecom subscribers in the country increased by 3.5 percent in December 2009, in comparison to November 2009. It is estimated that by mid 2012, around half the country's population will own a mobile phone.

To tap the booming telecom market in India, Sony Ericsson has invested in multiple marketing campaigns that will help grow the brand's market share in the region. Commenting on this, Mr. Ishizuka stated, "Social media will play an important role in how we engage with our consumers here in India. Sony Ericsson recognizes the critical need to maintain consumer touch points that incorporate all digital/social media mediums that will give us an opportunity to engage create new and exciting experiences for consumers."

Sony Ericsson is also partnering with India's leading content and application providers to deliver the latest in entertainment content for consumers. This includes leading players such as Hungama, MTV India, UTV, Shemaroo, Electronic Arts, Indiagames, and Disney mobile among others, who will come together with the mobile phone brand to offer content and applications to Sony Ericsson users in India. The company already has over 200 active partners in India spanning across entertainment, functional and technical verticals, and it will continue to work towards growing this base to present its evolved Communication Entertainment portfolio to engage the Indian consumer, and excite them through various marketing initiatives.

A sneak preview into the world of Sony Ericsson's new superstars

Get set to be impressed with the awesome user experience of Xperia X10

XPERIA X10 is the signature phone in a family of phones to deliver a consistent user experience where communication truly becomes entertainment. Its new UX platform, and signature applications like Mediascape and Timescape, lets consumers organize everything in their phone in an intuitive way. While the Sony Ericsson Timescape brings all communication together in one place so users can see at a glance text messages, missed calls, and Facebook and Twitter updates, Mediascape is the smart way to get all the music, photos and videos you want from your favourite friends and artists. It accesses content from everywhere - your phone, YouTube, PlayNow - and presents everything for you. If you are the one who loves photos, then Xperia X10's intelligent face recognition is dedicated to you! With the capacity to recognize up to five faces in any picture, you can automatically connect photos of your loved ones with your social phonebook and all other related communications with that person. MRP: Rs. 35,795 /-

Great things come in 'mini' packages - the infinite possibilities of the Xperia X10 mini & X10 mini pro

The Xperia X10 mini and X10 mini pro with slide out QWERTY keyboard, are compact versions of Xperia X10, and based on the human curvature design philosophy. The two sister mobile phones incorporate the signature application Sony Ericsson Timescape that manages all communication with one person in one place without having to open lots of different applications. To get groovy with your favourite music, let the "infinite button" on the interactive music player pull together all music content from the music store and YouTube! It's also a smart way to search for new tracks from a favourite artist. So prepare yourself to enter the universe of an open and intuitive communication entertainment experience. MRP: Rs. 25,695 /-

The Xperia X10 mini and X10 mini pro with slide out QWERTY keyboard, are compact versions of Xperia X10, and based on the human curvature design philosophy. The two sister mobile phones incorporate the signature application Sony Ericsson Timescape that manages all communication with one person in one place without having to open lots of different applications. To get groovy with your favourite music, let the "infinite button" on the interactive music player pull together all music content from the music store and YouTube It's also a smart way to search for new tracks from a favourite artist. So prepare yourself to enter the universe of an open and intuitive communication entertainment experience. MRP: Rs. 25,695 /-

Unleash the movie director in you with the high definition Sony Ericsson Vivaz

With Sony Ericsson Vivaz, communication truly becomes entertainment with high quality HD video. You can produce and broadcast your most memorable experiences with the latest video capture and sharing features. Record spontaneous moments with a dedicated video button that lets you shoot video instantly with continuous auto focus for the perfect film. Review your creation in the standby panel or online via Wi-Fi on the 3.2 inch widescreen, and if it's praise-worthy, don't forget to upload your favourite video via Wi-Fi onto YouTube and Picasa. Want more? Enjoy easy access to social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, and music on the Sony Ericsson media player. For your best moments, snap out your Vivaz, and capture life's moments in high quality with the 8.1 MP camera!

Let your fingers do the magic of speedy social networking with the Vivaz Pro

Stay ahead of everyone else through faster typing on your email, Twitter, Facebook, blogging and chat with the all new Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro, which adds a QWERTY keyboard to the touch screen offering to deliver a user experience optimized for messaging and entertainment. Like it's big brother Vivaz, the Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro also allows consumers to produce and broadcast their best experiences in HD video, viewed on the 3.2" 16:9 wide touchscreen. Go innovative with the open platform that allows you to personalize their entertainment experience by downloading great applications through PlayNow and the Symbian Developer Community.

Courtesy: Sony Ericsson

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HTC Launches Legend: New HTC Sense Android Smartphone

Saturday, March 27, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced an enhanced HTC Sense experience that will be available on its latest addition of smartphones that take Android to the next level, the HTC Legend.

"At its essence, the mobile phone is the most personal item you have in your possession. HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience," said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. "HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with HTC Sense and style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design."

HTC SENSE

HTC Sense is a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making phones work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.

The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates all of your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.

The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.

HTC Legend

Built around a newly enhanced HTC Sense, the HTC Legend boasts a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, AMOLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.

Pricing & Availability

The new HTC Legend will be available in early April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of Rs. 36,150 approx. ($798). Standard retail HTC Legend package will come with a 2GB microSD card.

Courtesy: HTC Corporation

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Spice Mobiles Launches S-1200: The Cheapest 12 Mega Pixel Camera Phont @ 14.5K

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Spice Mobiles Ltd., India's leading handset company, today unveiled its new handset S-1200, at a press conference in Delhi. The unveiling of the handset was done by charming actress Sonam Kapoor who has recently been announced as the new face of Spice.

With the launch of S-1200 Spice Mobile enters an unchartered course of high end camera phones. The new handset with its cutting edge technology and advanced camera functionalities brings with it new sophisticated technology which is the first step for future innovations in the expanding brand portfolio from Spice.

"Photography is emerging as a fine art and expression of creativity. Our latest Picture Perfect series phone the 12MP S-1200 caters to this lifestyle need of good photography on the move. At Spice we believe in giving the best to our consumers. S-1200 is the perfect example for this. It offers advanced camera functionalities in a phone, which was unthinkable. With this handset our customers can enjoy the dual advantage of a phone with inbuilt full fledged camera." said, Mr Kunal Ahooja, Director & CEO, Spice Mobiles Ltd said.

Speaking on the occasion he said, "We are quite delighted to associate with a vivacious actress such as Sonam Kapoor, who I feel is the perfect fit for a strong, energetic and growing brand such as Spice. Our ethos and belief of smart thinking syncs well with the smart and intelligent persona of Sonam."

Speaking in the same vein, Ms. Sonam Kapoor added, "I have always been particular about the brands that I am associated with. Spice is one of the fastest growing and trusted brands, that is contemporary, showcases attributes that go with my own personality. I am happy to be associated with them." The stunning actress is one of the brightest emerging stars of the Indian Film Industry with successful movies like Saawariya and Delhi 6 to her credit

The Spice S-1200 phone at available with price tag of Rs. 14,500 /-

Courtesy: Spice Mobiles Ltd

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LG Mobile Phones Win The Red Dot & IF Design Awards

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LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, announced today that two of its mobile phones have been named winners of red dot awards, adding to the seven prizes won earlier this month at the iF design awards. The two events are among the most prestigious in the world of product design.

"LG has invested a huge amount of effort and resources to produce phones that are as colorful and individual as our customer's tastes," said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "Winning these awards year after year is proof of LG's leadership in design and our ongoing edge over our competitors. We will continue to set new heights of design as we deliver a unique user experience to all our customers."

LG has enjoyed particular success with its new LG Chocolate (LG BL40), the fourth handset of its Black Label Series, which boasts a 4-inch-wide panoramic HD LCD screen on a glassy body; as well as the LG Mini (LG GD880), an extremely small and slim touchphone with a narrow bezel. Scooping awards from both organizations, these two models are part of LG's overall tally of eight prize-winning products: two categories at the red dot design awards and seven at the iF. LG's five other award winners are the Crystal phone (LG GD900), the Lotus2 phone (LG LX610), the LG GW620, the Watch phone (LG GD910), and the Lollipop (LG SV800).

Respectively one of the biggest and one of the oldest design competitions in the world, the red dot and iF awards are renowned in the world of design for their exacting standards and rigorous judging processes. LG has been a winner at the red dot awards every year since 2003, and at the iF awards since 2005. Last year, LG won red dot awards for its Secret phone (LG KF750) and 3G Watch phone (LG GD910) and an iF award for its Renoir phone (LG KC910).

The award ceremony for the red dot design awards will be held on July 5, 2010 at the Essen Aalto Theatre, Germany and all award-winning products will be exhibited at the Essen red dot design museum from July 6 through August 1, 2010.

Courtesy: LG Electronics

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HTC Launches HD Mini: Sense Based Windows Phone

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HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design.

"The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfills a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design," said Jack Tong, VP of HTC Asia. "The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows Mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use."

HTC HD Mini Sense Based Windows Mobile Phone

The HTC HD mini sports a high degree of usability along with its own unique and beautiful design. Precision fasteners used to assemble the phone are externally visible, displaying a high level of craftsmanship rarely found in mobile phones. And the strong design ethos continues under the battery cover where a bright yellow internal structure, offers an unexpected surprise when the phone is opened.

The HTC HD mini utilizes HTC Sense, a user experience focused on putting people at the centre by making the phone work in a more simple and natural way. This experience revolves around three fundamental principles that were developed by observing and listening to how people live and communicate. These core tenets of Make It Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected continue to be the key to the new HTC Sense experience.

Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC's Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.

HTC HD mini includes capacitive touch for viewing, zooming and resizing websites, Microsoft Office files, PDF documents and pictures with just a pinch of your fingers. Leveraging its 3G broadband connectivity, the HTC HD mini also offers personal Wi-Fi anywhere for your computer or other devices. The HD mini can also be further enhanced to reflect your needs and style by downloading a variety of applications from the Windows Marketplace for Mobile.

Pricing & Availability

The new HTC HD mini will be available from early April at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of Rs. 33,930 approx. (S$748). Standard retail HTC HD mini package will come with a 2GB microSD card.

Courtesy: HTC Corporation

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Videocon Announced The Launch of It's GSM Mobile Services

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The Videocon Group, one of India's leading global business conglomerates announced the launch of its GSM mobile services. Videocon Telecommunications Limited, a group company, plans one of the fastest sequential roll-outs covering 100 key cities/towns over the next 100 days across the country. The company launched services in the Tamil Nadu circle today and will roll out in key cities across Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and Mumbai circle over the next fortnight. Videocon envisages investments of around Rs 14,000 crores in Videocon Mobile Services over the next 3 years.

Deploying a future ready 2.75G EDGE GSM network, Videocon Mobile Services offers subscribers innovative Value-Added Services (VAS) and superior customer service. Videocon Mobile Services will offer an unprecedented sub 1 paise effective tariff, which is designed to suit all pockets with a tariff plan that is transparent and simple.

Videocon Launch GSM Mobile Services Photo

Speaking on the occasion of the launch, Venugopal Dhoot, Chairman, Videocon Group said, "Videocon's vision is to pioneer truly converged experiences for Indian consumers. We have embarked on a conscious strategy of diversification building businesses that are bound together by the common theme of convergence. With our consumer durable prowess, next generation DTH service and mobile handset technology, Videocon is uniquely positioned to seamlessly integrate technologies, platforms and hardware to offer a rich converged experience to consumers. The launch of Videocon Mobile Services is a decisive step forward in Videocon's vision of enabling convergence right from within Homes to Outside, from a television's large screen to a handset's small screen. Combing innovative technology with effective pricing we aim to democratize technology and make next generation mobile services accessible to all across the country."

Mr. Venugopal Dhoot added that, "Videocon Mobile Services will leverage the group's established brand equity and vast retail reach, synergies of an integrated product portfolio and combine that with best of breed partners to offer compelling services. Over 160 million users across India have trusted the Videocon brand over the past 24 years. Videocon Mobile Services is well poised to rapidly build its subscriber base and we target 100 million users within three years."

Signal of a Future Ready Network

Videocon Mobile Services network has integrated the expertise of global telecom industry leaders by partnering with them in creating a future ready infrastructure. We have partnered with Nokia Siemens Networks, Cisco, IBM, Amdocs, Gemalto, Comverse, Comviva, Avaya, Acision, Wipro, Oracle, Unisys and Huawei.

Signal of Enriched Customer Experience

A wide array of enhanced voice, data and SMS services will be made available to Videocon Mobile Services subscribers. Committed to offering a truly enriched customer experience, Videocon Mobile Services plans a host of global VAS innovations in the coming months.

Signal of Superior Customer Service

Videocon Mobile Services has invested considerably in creating an efficient customer service system which will deliver a high quality customised experience to subscribers. The company will be establishing 8 centres across India, where customers will be able interact with representatives in 15 Indian languages. The trained staff will be ably supported by customised IT solutions created for Videocon Mobile Services by global partners.

Signal of Superior Retail Reach

Videocon Mobile Services will leverage the group's ability to quickly reach an established, strong dealer network and more than 1000 modern retail outlets including the exclusive tie up with the network of Planet M stores, NEXT stores and DigiWorld stores, where it plans to offer customers easy access to sales and services.

Pakdo Life Ka Har Signal

Videocon Mobile Service's campaign draws on the thread of life's myriad 'signals' and their significance in our everyday lives. The refreshing Pakdo Life Ka Har Signal slogan, underlines Videocon's commitment to deliver an efficient service through a strong network while also bringing alive the emotional connect as we celebrate life's many 'signals'.

Courtesy: Videocon Mobile

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Bollywood Star Sonam Kapoor As New Brand Ambassador for Spice Mobiles

Friday, March 26, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Spice, a multi business diversified conglomerate with interest in telecom, entertainment, financial services and technology operating in Israel - Indonesia region, today announced the appointment of emerging actress Sonam Kapoor as its brand new face across the mobility businesses including mobile handsets, mobile retail and value added services. The association with the actress will be effective from immediate effect.

Sonam Kapoor started her career as an assistant director to Sanjay Leela Bhansali during the making of the film Black. The charming actress is one of the brightest emerging stars of the Indian Film Industry with successful movies like Saawariya and Delhi 6 to her credit.

Speaking on the appointment of Sonam Kapoor as the new face of brand Spice, Mr Vivek Bali, Group President, Global Branding & Marketing, Spice said, "We are very happy to associate with a talented and versatile actress like Sonam. We at Spice have undertaken a brand transformation exercise, including a fresh look at our external expression. Our refreshed brand manifesto encourages us to be smarter thinkers and it was important to establish a strong connect with key brand attributes. I truly believe that our association with Sonam will seek to establish and achieve exactly that. I welcome her to the Spice family, and look forward to a long and successful association."

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Kunal Ahooja, Director & CEO, Spice Mobiles Ltd. said, "We are quite delighted to associate with a vivacious actress such as Sonam Kapoor, who I feel is the perfect fit for a strong, energetic and growing brand such as Spice. Our ethos and belief of smart thinking syncs well with the smart and intelligent persona of Sonam."

Speaking in the same vein, Sonam Kapoor added said, "I have always been particular about the brands that I am associated with. Spice is one of the fastest growing and trusted brands that is contemporary, showcases attributes that go with my own personality. I am happy to be associated with them."

In the past Spice have had long, successful associations with leading actresses from the Hindi film industry including Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif as brand ambassadors.

Courtesy: Spice Mobiles Ltd

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Bharti Airtel & Apple to Bring iPhone 3GS: Fastest Powerful iPhone to India

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Bharti Airtel and Apple have reached an agreement to bring iPhone 3GS, the fastest most powerful iPhone yet, to India in the coming months. For information please visit http://www.airtel.in/iphone3gs/.

iPhone 3GS will be made available in two variants, namely, in 16Gb storage capacity that would cost around Rs. 35,500 /- and 32 GB which is expected to be offered at Rs. 41,500 /-

Bharti Airtel Limited, a group company of Bharti Enterprises, is among Asia’s leading integrated telecom services providers with operations in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. In South Asia, the company had an aggregate of over 131 million customers as of end January 2010, including 121.7 million mobile customers in India. Bharti Airtel has been ranked among the six best performing technology companies in the world by Business Week.

Bharti Airtel is structured as four strategic business units - Mobile, Telemedia, Enterprise and Digital TV. The mobile business offers services in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. The Telemedia business provides broadband, IPTV and telephone services in 95 Indian cities.

The Enterprise business provides end-to-end telecom solutions to corporate customers and national and international long distance services to carriers. The Digital TV business provides DTH services across India. All these services are provided under the Airtel brand.

Airtel’s national high-speed optic fibre network currently spans over 118,337 Rkms across India. Airtel's international network infrastructure includes ownership of the i2i submarine cable system and consortium ownership in five global undersea cable systems, SEA-ME-WE 4, EIG, I-ME-WE, AAG and UNITY.

Courtesy: Bharti Airtel Limited

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LG Announces GW620: Android Powered 3g Smartphone in India

Thursday, March 25, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Google owned Android based handsets are gaining much popularity these days. The Sony Xperia X10 is launching soon. Moto is bring the Droid aka Milestone. Samsung is already selling the Galaxy and Spica. LG Electronics has also joined the race of smart phones, which uses Google's Android Operating System with the launching of GW620. The GW620 is LG's first Android Powered Smartphone to hit the Indian market. It's being called the Friendly Smartphone & The GW620 is also known as LG Eve, LG InTouch Max GW620 and LG LinkMe in other regions. This is a full QWERTY Android phone.

Talking about the specs of this Android mobile, it comes with Wi-Fi, GPS and 320x480 Touchscreen are other main features of the handset. Other features of this handset include 3G, Bluetooth with A2DP, stereo FM radio, GPS with A-GPS, Document viewer, Push email and up to 8 hours of continuous talk-time.

The GW620 Android phone has a full QWERTY physical keyboard which can slide out according to the user's wish. A 3 inch TFT touchscreen has been provided with QVGA resolution. A 5 MP camera has been included with autofocus, LED flash, geo-tagging, face detection, image stabilization and QVGA video recording.

It should be noted that the handset is no slouch when it comes to multimedia, as it supports all the major formats including DivX and comes with a 3.5mm audio jack to connect your favourite headphones to. And with support for microSD cards of up to 32GB, you’ll never be found wanting for space.

The LG GW620 now on sale with a price tag of Rs. 18,990 /- and is available all over India.

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Motorola Launches i1: World's First Push-To-Talk Android Powered SmartPhone

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Motorola, Inc. and Sprint broke new ground with the announcement of Motorola i1, the world's first push-to-talk Android-powered smartphone. Sleek and attractive, yet durable, Motorola i1 is the first iDEN device to carry the features of a modern smartphone including a 3.1-inch touch screen, Wi-Fi, optimized browsing experience with the latest Opera Mini 5 browser, access to thousands of apps and a push-to-talk experience that includes exciting new features. Sprint will begin offering Motorola i1 this summer.

With more than 17 years of expertise, Sprint is the industry leader in push-to-talk, serving the world's largest push-to-talk community with millions of Nextel Direct Connect subscribers on the fastest national push-to-talk network. Nextel Direct Connect(R) has set the industry standard for push-to-talk worldwide. More U.S. workers communicate in less than a second with Nextel Direct Connect than with any other push-to-talk service.

"Motorola remains focused on delivering differentiated Android experiences within our product portfolio," said Mark Shockley, senior vice president, Motorola Mobile Devices. "With the Motorola i1, we're excited to offer iDEN users the opportunity to enjoy a feature-rich smartphone with push-to-talk, whether it's for work or play."

"As the first Nextel Direct Connect Android smartphone, Motorola i1 with Wi-Fi offers a powerful tool for our customers with access to thousands of applications in the Android Market," said Fared Adib, vice president - Product Development, Sprint. "With rugged durability, a full touchscreen and 5 megapixel camera, Motorola i1 gives push-to-talk customers a compelling smartphone that can withstand some of the harshest environments."

Motorola i1 enhances the push-to-talk experience with the ability to view who is calling regardless of what application you are in, whether you are managing your emails, checking your calendar, composing messages or viewing media.

Must-have Features and Nextel Direct Connect

With solid body construction that meets military specifications for protection against dust, shock, vibration and blowing rain, Motorola i1 is designed for those who work and play hard. It automatically syncs and integrates office and personal information such as emails, calendar appointments and contacts.

Motorola i1 Key Features Include:

* Popular business tools such as Microsoft Document Viewer and corporate sync ensure Word or PowerPoint files can be accessed on the go.

* Message entry is a breeze with both Android standard virtual keyboard and Swype virtual keyboards being offered.

* A 5 megapixel camera with flash, geo-tagging and panoramic capabilities provides crisp photos and clearly displays them on the vibrant 3.1-inch HVGA screen. Video can also be recorded and stored on a provided microSD for sharing or future viewing straight from the device.

* The latest Opera Mini 5 browser enables quick browsing over the Nextel National Network and Wi-Fi. The Android browser allows you to see web pages and Flash 8-enabled sites in full view using Wi-Fi.

* Motorola i1 can be continuously customized with thousands of applications from Android Market.

Courtesy: Motorola

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BlackBerry Launches Storm 2: Next Generation SurePress SmartPhone in India

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Research In Motion (RIM) has announced today the BlackBerry Storm2 SmartPhone for customers in India. The handset is known as the second generation of RIM's innovative and award-winning touch-screen smartphone. BlackBerry Storm2 smartphone, comes with its next generation SurePress technology and large, brilliant display, gives users an unrivalled touch-screen experience for advanced communications and multimedia applications. The new SurePress technology also allows the user to type a letter with one thumb even while their other thumb may still be touching or resting on another letter, enabling faster typing and multi-key actions such as Shift or Alt-key combinations.

BlackBerry Storm2 significantly improves the BlackBerry touch-screen platform with new technology and new features to let customers stay easily connected to the people, places and things that matter most.

"Gregory Wade, Managing Director for Southeast Asia, Research In Motion told earlier that with the recent introduction of BlackBerry App World, users can get even more out of their smartphone with a broad range of free mobile applications that are easier than ever to discover and download."

The new system of handset responds equally to gentle pressure applied anywhere on the surface of the screen and makes clicking the display practically effortless. Typing on the smartphone's virtual keyboards is easier, more comfortable and more accurate.

BlackBerry Storm2 Features:

The BlackBerry Storm2 has Smooth design and premium finish with sloped edges, chrome accents, glass lens and stainless steel backplate. It has Large (3.25"), dazzling, high resolution 360 x 480 display at 184 ppi with Capacitive touch-screen with integrated functions (Send, End, Menu, Escape) and new SurePress technology that makes clicking the display practically effortless. Categories include games, entertainment, IM and social networking, news, weather, productivity and removable, rechargeable 1400 mAhr battery that provides approximately 6 hours of talk time on 3G networks and 280 hours of standby time Global connectivity support with Wi-Fi,3.2 MP camera with variable zoom, autofocus, flash and video recording ,256 MB of Flash memory,2 GB of onboard memory storage and a microSD/SDHD memory card slot that supports up to 16 GB cards today and is expected to support 32 GB cards when available Media player for videos, pictures and music and BlackBerry Media Sync for easily syncing photos as well as iTunes and Windows Media Player music with the smartphone.

BlackBerry Desktop Manager for both PCs and Macs to enable synching data such as Built-in GPS for maps and other location-based applications, as well as photo geotagging Access to BlackBerry App World, featuring a broad and growing catalog of mobile applications developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones.

The BlackBerry Storm2 will be available in the Indian market for price tag of Rs. 31,990 /-

Courtsey: BlackBerry India

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G-Fone Launches G-588: Sexy & Smart Dual SIM Mobile Phone

Monday, March 22, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Sexy, Smart and Economical, G-Fone is here to deliver quality and by helping you 'Get More' for less therefore keep your slim wallets smiling. India's first GSM + GSM or GSM + CDMA mobile phone G-Fone has a lot to offer to mobile lovers, from funky looking phones to business and communication phones, there is something for everyone and more.

G-Fone gets more for the text friendly people in the form of G-588, an extremely stylish, QWERTY dual-SIM phone, which will make sure you are envied by your acquaintances. One of the unique features of this handset is that it can be used in two totally different modes like GSM + GSM or GSM + CDMA – so you get more.

The G-588 also comes with a complete user friendly QWERTY keypad which would make sure that your fingers are never tired of typing those lengthy messages, plus the G-588 comes with the application, Nimbuzz, the one single social networking application which would help you stay connected with your friends and colleagues through Facebook, Twitter, Skype and a host of other messenger services like, G-Talk, Yahoo, MSN, AOL, etc., so that you can Get More for what you pay.

The Key Features of G-Fone G-588 Include:

* Dual Sim (GSM + CDMA & GSM + GSM)

* 64000 Colours QVGA Display

* Screen Size 2.2"

* Phone Book -1000 X 10 fields

* Mp Ringtones

* Hindi Menu

* FM on Speaker Phone

* 1.3 MP Camera

* Mp3 Music Player

* Video Recording

* Video Playback 3GP & MP4

* Exp Mem up to 8Gb

* Bluetooth

* Indian Calendar

* JAVA Enabled

* Nimbuzz

* Email

* Yahoo

* Opera Mini

* PC GPRS

* Web Camera

The multi-media player of the 588 will give you the ultimate experience of mobile entertainment by enabling you to play mp3, mp4 and a list of other file formats and with an additional extendable memory of up to 8 GB, there is no limit to the media you can add to your phone, the 588 will simply give you more.

Another unique feature of the phone is the Indian Calendar. The Indian Calendar also serves as a guiding force for the practice of various Hindu rituals & festivals.

With G-Fone in the market you will not get confused of which handset to buy, simply walk to the nearest mobile dealer and ask for the all new range of mobiles from G-Fone, which are especially made to suit your style and your budget and Get More.

G-Fone is currently priced at Rs. 4,799 /- in India. You can learn more about this phone by visiting http://www.g-fone.in

Courtsey: g-fone.in

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Videocon Launches Nine New Mobile Phones in Indian Market

Saturday, March 20, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

After the successful launch of its new Mobile Phones Division in October 2009, the leading conglomerate Videocon Group has now launched nine more handsets, thus enhancing its current offering from 12 handsets to a total of 21 handsets. The key highlights of this range include: Triple SIM CDMA handsets, QWERTY keypad DUAL SIM with Optical Track pad, Attractive Touch screen devices and Dual SIM Multimedia, Camera and Music phones.

India is amongst the fastest growing cellular phone markets in the world, and an existing user base of about 500 million subscribers, and 12 million users being added every month in the GSM space and about 3 million in the CDMA space, the potential of such phones are tremendous.

With CDMA expected to hit the high growth mark with the advent of Open Market handsets, Videocon has launched 'Videocon VC1425’ positioned as Grab the Power of 3. This combines the both GSM and CDMA technologies in a handset with 2 SIMs and 1 RUIM. In the GSM phones, Videocon has enhanced its presence in sectors like Music Category (2 models); Camera Category (2 models); Multimedia category (2 models) and Touch category (1 model).

Mr. Anil Khera, CEO, Videocon Mobile said, “With a wide range of products and accessories, coupled with an extensive dealer and distributor network and a reputed service partner with a nation-wide presence, our aim is to emerge as a leading player in the Indian mobile phone market soon”.

Mr. Rahul Goel, COO, Videocon Mobile, said, “We are offering a wide variety at Value for Money proposition. There is a huge potential in the market and a large base of consumer untouched through the country. Other than urban-semi urban, the rural market is expanding rapidly. Our objective is to be a one stop shop for the customer, and cater to each and every class and age with a price range of Rs.1,300 to 19,000 on a premium side”.

Videocon’s core strength lies in its ability to bring volume and value through a direct reach to the consumers by establishing a solid relationship with channel partners and operators. The focus is on the widespread sales and marketing network as well as an excellent after-sales service that will help us to emerge as a leading brand of mobile phones with the help of highly-skilled manpower.

Videocon works with Original Design Manufacturers and enables the global suppliers to offer customized phones in terms of different and easy to use user interface, colours, applications, content for entertainment etc. The range of hassle free and reliable mobiles are feature-rich, including basic colour models, phones with FM radio, single/dual SIM, MP3 music, camera, multimedia and the latest touch, QWERTY and touch window’s phones.

Videocon has already established a pan-Indian presence for its new range of cell-phones, and is poised to emerge as the largest Indian operator in the segment. The company is also aggressively spreading across the country by appointing an extensive network of dealers and distributors, with an emphasis on reach and penetration.

On the music category front various models comprise: V204, an entry Colour FM phone that allows to record and play, and V1300, which adds a handy Ultra Violet Currency Checker.

Videocon’s latest Camera phone launches include the V1402 with which one can shoot, Groove. Flaunt! This is the entry camera phone in the portfolio. V1420 has a 3.5mm jack to connect to external speakers, and doubles up as Your Media and total music. Rolled into One!

Multimedia gets the 3.2MP evolution with the introduction of the dapper V1705. V1602 adds meat to the mid range 2MP line-up. The V1602 with the existing V1604 would seek to turn up the action in the 2MP multimedia market for Videocon.

In the touch category, Videocon has redefined the fourth screen by allowing the user to watch movies on the handset which plays the enhanced RMVB (Real Media Variable Bitrate) format enabling you to watch movies with just a touch.

With Social networking taking the centre stage, Videocon V1675 addresses the s-net platform with the brilliant V1675 which has all widget support to s-net applications. The QWERTY interface along with the optical track pad makes for a neat browsing and messaging handheld.

With the launch of new phones Videocon is also unleashing the new TV Ad campaign during the IPL. Incidentally Videocon is the On- Air sponsor for IPL on SET Max and they are going to use this exciting opportunity in media to kick-start the new campaign.

Videocon Mobile Phones was awarded the Product of the Year 2010 in the ‘Value Phones’ category for their V1405. Product of the Year is an internationally recognized standard that celebrates and rewards the best innovations in consumer products. Thousands and thousands of discerning consumers across India evaluate the innovations and choose only the best as their Product of the Year.

Courtesy: Videocon Group

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HTC Launches HD Mini: Windows SmartPhone

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"The demand for the HTC HD2 has exceeded our expectations, and the HTC HD mini fulfils a desire from some customers to bring the capabilities and experience of the HTC HD2 to a more compact design," said Peter Chou, chief executive officer, HTC Corporation. "The integration of HTC Sense and Windows Phone on HD mini and HD2 gives customers an additional choice for an advanced Windows mobile phone that is sleek, well crafted and easy to use."

Like the HTC HD2, the HTC HD mini continues the same focus on people-centric communication with complete Outlook integration. It helps you stay close to the important friends and colleagues in your life by providing a single contact view that displays individual communication snapshots of your conversations, regardless of whether it was a call, text, status update or email. HTC’s Windows-based Twitter application, HTC Peep, enables you to tweet and follow your twitter stream.

Availability & Suggested Retail Price

The HTC HD mini will be available by end of March with a suggested retail price of HKD$3,898.

Any customer who pre-orders HTC HD mini at HTC authorized dealers will be entitled to get a 8GB micro SD card for free. Limited stock of gifts will be given on first-come-first-served basis.

Courtesy: HTC Corporation

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Spice Mobiles ties up with WIFW Autumn/Winter 2010

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Handset major Spice Mobiles joins the league of sponsors for the upcoming edition of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2010 as the 'Gold Partner'. The brand will launch its exclusive range of cutting edge handsets at WIFW Indian's biggest business of fashion event.

This season WIFW is venturing into the new world of technology and the partnership with the mobile company, a multi-faceted group, has supplemented to the fashion forums access to innovation and revolution process: bringing the communication and lifestyle segments closer. As a gold partner Spice Mobiles will also be sponsoring a show for prominent fashion designer Anjana Bhargav's renowned label ANKY.

Mr. Sunil Sethi, President FDCI said, "We at FDCI are delighted to have Spice Mobiles as our Gold Partner. As always WIFW aims to promote and connect the ethos of likeminded brands. We see and feel the same energy in Spice's newly launched mobile and Anjana Bhargav's collection. We are sure the audience too will experience the depiction of the common thread that weaves technology with today's fashion."

Announcing the association, Mr Kunal Ahooja, CEO & Director, Spice Mobiles Ltd said, "Spice Mobiles has a strong connection and competence in style and design in India. Our association with WIFW is the best lifestyle platform to connect with our target consumers. He further added, "The decision to associate with Anjana Bhargava came instantly as she is one of the most talented designers we have in the country and her smart and impressionist designs go hand in hand with the philosophy of Spice Mobiles. With "Unconventional Wisdom" as the company's core brand essence, we think there's always a smarter way of bringing innovative technology to consumer."

On her association with Spice Mobiles Ltd, Anjana Bhargav said, "I am delighted to present my collection in association with Spice Mobiles. I am confident this show will be a success. Spice mobiles have created an excellent brand and I am proud of our association."

Courtesy: Spice Mobiles

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Samsung India Announced B 5722 GSM + GSM & Duos 259 CDMA + GSM: Dual SIM Multimedia Phones

Thursday, March 18, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Samsung India today announced a fresh thrust on its Dual SIM business by introducing two new Dual SIM handsets in the market –B 5722 Dual SIM GSM + GSM touch screen phone and Duos 259, a Dual SIM CDMA + GSM multimedia phone. The two new launches will strengthen the Company's Dual SIM offering to 6 handsets, including GSM and CDMA segments.

"Consumers are showing a growing preference for Dual SIM phones both in the GSM as well as the CDMA space. We are working at catering to this growing consumer need by introducing new differentiated Dual SIM handsets that come with the unique Samsung advantage of Dual Active mode" states Ranjit Yadav, Director –Mobile & IT. The Dual Active Mode implies that both the SIMs are active all the times. For example, if a user is talking to someone on SIM 1 and gets a call on SIM 2, then he/she will be able to see the person who is calling and can accept the call on SIM 2.

According to a release the just launched B-5722 GSM + GSM Dual SIM Active Phone, comes with a dedicated SIM switching key and a 7.11 cm (2.8") Full Touch Screen. Given the growing consumer preference to chat and access SNS on their mobiles, the Samsung B-5722 comes with SNS Quick Links and Instant Messenger (IM). The Dual Sim phone comes with advanced features like Stereo FM with recording, 1200 mAH Battery with a talk time of up to 13.4 hours, supports external memory up to 8GB and comes with Advanced Mobile Tracker feature. It is priced at Rs.10,650 /-.

The Duos 259 is a GSM + CDMA Dual SIM Active phone that comes with a 5.58cm( 2.2") screen, 262K colour TFT display, 1.3MP Camera, Stereo FM Radio with recording, a powerful 1140mAH Battery and SD card support upto 8 GB. It is priced at Rs.7799 /-. With the new launches today, Samsung range of Dual SIM handsets across both GSM and CDMA technologies is priced in the range between Rs.4620 /- to Rs.10,650 /-. "We are looking at the Dual SIM handsets contributing up to 15% of our total handset volumes this year" states Yadav.

In view of the growing preference of Indian consumers towards downloading applications and customizing them to meet their needs, Samsung has hosted a Java application store on Samsung Fun club, the site for popular games, music, ringtones, free content, wallpapers and videos.

With approximately 3 million unique users who access the site through both WAP and Web, the Java application store is designed to tap this user base and offer them more downloadable versions of their favorite applications on their mobiles.

Currently users can download from 40 applications, and Samsung India is closely with the developer community to work on these applications which range from – Communication (IP & VOIP), Messaging, Entertainment, Personal Finance, Lifestyle, Learning, Social Networking to Maps on Mobile and Mobile Internet.

The applications are available for top selling models of Samsung phones like Corby series, Metro, Star series and even the Dual SIM phones. "We plan to add at least 10 more applications on Samsung Fun Club by the end of this month" states Yadav. The Company plans to introduce its proprietary Bada platform in the country in Quarter 2 and will be working with Indian developers to develop applications for the same.

Courtsey: CIOL Bureau

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Mobiado Unveils Classic 712 GCB: Luxury Gold Mobile Phone

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Mobiado, the manufacturer of precision luxury mobile phones – continues the tradition of luxury gold phones with the stunning masterpiece; the Classic 712GCB.

The Externals: Classic design and hand crafted sophistication.

The Classic 712GCB combines gold, sapphire crystal, and stainless steel to create new standard in luxury. The frame is CNC machined from brass, hand polished, and then plated with thick layer of gold. Large sapphire crystal plates are hand painted with gold lettering and precision inset into the gold body.

The keypad buttons are ground from sapphire crystal and hand painted from beneath with gold. The iconic Mobiado logo is precision CNC machine engraved into the body to bestow a final touch of elegance. The Classic 712GCB is the expression of mechanical perfection, mastering of aesthetic details, and the integrity of consistent craftsmanship.

The Internals: Merging state-of-the-art technologies with the tradition of phone-making innovation.

The 712GCB is unlocked and will work with any GSM network operator. The phone is quad-band GSM (GSM 850/900/1800/1900) and has triple band WCDMA Band I, II and VIII (2100/1900/900) coverage on up to five continents.

It is equipped with a large 2.2" QVGA display, 5 megapixel camera and video camera with flash, integrated GPS, web browser, email support, and a music player that supports AMR, MID, MP3, MP4, M4A, .WMA and AAC files.

Courtesy: Mobiado

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LG Unveils Cookie Plus Gs500 & Cookie Fresh GS290: TouchScreen Mobile Phones

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LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, brings more fun and creativity to its touchscreen phones with two new devices - LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500) and LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) -- to its popular Cookie Series.

The new phones follow their predecessor, LG Cookie, which sold over 13 million units worldwide by offering an exciting full touchscreen experience with social networks, mobile applications and advanced graphics.

With smart social network service (SNS) connectivity and other unique features such as LiveSquare, LG Cookie Series allows users to keep in touch with online friends more easily by offering a visually dynamic interactive experience.

What's more, LG Cookie Series boosts the fun, cartoon-styled UI with colorful theme options and supports downloadable applications including The New York Times, eBay Search, Amazon Search and Fox News for a more enjoyable user experience.

"LG Cookie Series reflects our effort to bring creativity and fun to the mobile touchphone experience," said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "LG Cookie Plus and LG Cookie Fresh offer various features to suit different tastes while maintaining the core features of the original LG Cookie phone."

LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500), centered on social connectivity, is a 3G handset suited for a powerful but friendly networking experience. It also supports downloading and running applications, real-time push e-mail and web browsing.

For those craving a new look, LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) boasts a distinctive design with a splash of imagination and personality. This handset offers the features found in the original Cookie but comes in a sleek and smooth package and soft outer grip as well as in 16 bold color variations.

LG Cookie Plus (LG GS500) will be available worldwide this month after making its debut in France and Italy. LG Cookie Fresh (LG GS290) will be available in over 60 countries following its introduction in Germany and Russia. Prices will be announced separately in each market.

LG Cookie Plus (GS500)

* Sociable Features of LG Cookie Plus

- Smart & Intuitive SNS Connector : The 3G-powered handset hosts a dedicated interface to keep your Facebook and Twitter friends conveniently in your phone.

- LiveSquare : Bring your digital social network to life by assigning avatars to your friends and keeping track of your conversations in a visually creative way.

- Cookie Speed Dial : Enjoy easy access to your close friends with an updated version of the Cookie phone's popular speed dialing home screen.

- Editable Screenshot MMS : Let your creativity run wild with this capture-editsend feature which allows users to draw or write on screenshots or photos before sharing.

* Friendly Features of LG Cookie Plus

- Widgets and Applications : Enjoy popular mobile applications such as AccWeather (pre-installed) as well as Amazon Search, Fox News, eBay Search and The New York Times downloadable from the included LG Widget Gallery.

- Cartoon-styled UI with Customizable Color Themes : Animated interface offers a touch of fresh originality accentuated by the phone's 18 colorful themes for greater personal expression.

- My Multimedia : Avoid boredom with MPEG 4 video and MP3 audio playback support and FM tuner. Plug your favorite earphones into the handset's 3.5mm jack.

- Camera Capture & Change : Be ready to catch that special moment with a 3MP camera with digital zoom and mash up your own memories with LG's fun Muvee Studio.

LG Cookie Fresh (GS290)

* Sociable Features of LG Cookie Fresh

- Simple SNS Connector : Enjoy direct access to your social networks with the dedicated Facebook and Twitter interface.

- LiveSquare : Bring your digital social network to life by assigning avatars to your friends and keeping track of your conversations in a visually creative way.

- Cookie Speed Dial : Enjoy easy access to your close friends with an updated version of the Cookie phone's popular speed dialing home screen.

* Friendly Features of LG Cookie Fresh

- Dynamic Design : Offers the most distinctive look of the LG Cookie Series, in a choice of 16 colors all featuring sleek minimal lines with less bezel and comfortable grip with rubber trimmings.

- Cartoon-styled UI with Customizable Color Themes : Animated interface offers a touch of fresh originality accentuated by the phone's 18 colorful themes for greater personal expression.

- My Multimedia : Make your own fun with a 2MP camera, MPEG 4 video and MP3 audio playback support, FM tuner/recorder and 3.5mm earphone jack.

Courtesy: LG Electronics

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LG Electronics Announces Windows 7 Series Compatible Mobile

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LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in mobile communications, unveiled its Windows Phone 7 Series compatible handset at the Engadget Show in the Times Center in New York City on February 27th, with the news broadcast live online. It was the first time Microsoft has displayed Windows Phone 7 Series on a branded phone.

At the Engadget Show, Aaron Woodman, Director of Microsoft Corp., introduced the key features of the Windows Phone 7 Series and showcased an early prototype of a Windows Phone 7 Series-compatible LG phone to show the Start screen, Bing search engine and other multimedia options.

The phone used at the show was designed to be the perfect match for Windows Phone 7 Series’ new features, which offers a compelling and unique user experience. Since creating a strategic alliance at Mobile World Congress 2009, LG and Microsoft have been working closely together to bring Windows Phones to the market while establishing momentum in smartphones. Although details of LG’s first Windows Phone 7 Series handset have not yet been finalised, LG is aiming to release its first device to market in the fourth quarter of 2010.

Courtesy: LG Electronics

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Micromax Announces G4 Gamolution: Game Centric Mobile Phone

Monday, March 15, 2010 Posted by John 0 comments

Having carved a niche in the mobile phone industry, the leading Indian mobile manufacturer has announced its most recent entrant, Micromax G4 Gamolution mobile phone. Micromax G4 Gamolution is a game centric phone and is particularly designed for gaming enthusiasts. Micromax G4 Gamolution has Bluetooth Game Dongle, Games CD, Game Codes and Game Manual.

The launch of the Micromax G4 has been done rather stylishly and the com

pany has signed on Hindi film personality Akshay Kumar as the brand ambassador. Despite touching 40, Akshay is still popular with youngsters in India and since Micromax G4 Gamolution is targeted at the youth, there couldn't have been a better film personality to endorse the brand new handset.

The Micromax G4 Gamolution Key Features Are as Follows:
* Form Factor: Bar Style
* Band: Dual band GSM
* Dimensions: 112X49.6X12.8mm
* 2.4-inch TFT display with QVGA and 262K colors
* Motion Sensor and inbuilt Gaming Console
* Multimedia features like multi format music player (MP3 / AAC / AAC+ / AMR)
* Inbuilt 2MP camera
* Stereo FM Radio
* Bluetooth
* Video Player
* Micromax G4 Gamolution is powered by 850mAh Li-ion battery
* Talk Time offered is 5 hours
* Standby Time offered is approximately 8 days
* Expandable memory (up to 4GB) with the Micro SD GPRS/WAP/MMS

The Micromax G4 Gamolution is making waves especially with the few advertisements during the IPL matches. The term Gamolution means gaming revolution and Micromax G4 Gamolution certainly lives up to its name.

The Micromax G4 Gamolution will be priced at an estimated Rs. 10,000 /- level, although the price has not been officially announced. It is making waves, especially with the few advertisements during the IPL matches. The term Gamolution means gaming revolution and Micromax G4 Gamolution certainly lives up to its name.

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