The best phone of the best phones http://the-best-phone.com History of mobile phones news Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:47:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 The Motorola MOTOLUXE marries style and affordability with its 4-in WVGA blind and sub http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/0JZ83Kg8i9g/the_motorola_motoluxe_marries_style_and_affordability_with_its_4_in_wvga_blind_and_sub_250_monetary_value_tag_.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/the_motorola_motoluxe_marries_style_and_affordability_with_its_4_in_wvga_blind_and_sub_250_monetary_value_tag_.html#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:47:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=43259 The Motorola MOTOLUXE is an attractive handset with some high-oddment features such as a 4-in WVGA screen and an 8-megapixel photographic camera, yet comes in at an affordable monetary value-tag.

With Wi-Fi, GPS and Bluetooth on-board as well as 3G, not only is the Motorola MOTOLUXE affordable, but it's also well connected devising it a true smartphone. It's also a capable media device with an 8-megapixel camera and microSD expandability for up to 32GB of storage. This should farewell you with plentitude or room for all your photos, movies, games and videos.

Running Android Gingerbread, the Motorola MOTOLUXE has approach to thousands of apps on the Android Market and also offers a very intuitive exercise set of widgets to allow for quick access to frequent apps and contacts.

One point worth bearing in mind however is the processing speed under the bonnet. At 800MHz, this is where the Motorola MOTOLUXE has taken the strike to enable such a low monetary value-point. What this agency is that despite the big screen and snazzy camera, you'll still need to watch your backdrop apps, exercise solitaire with Flash-content and high gear-might games like Shadowgun ar probably a no-go.

Expected to arrive at the oddment of February, the Motorola MOTOLUXE will monetary value in the area of &hammer;200-£250 and should be available on all major networks.

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/the_motorola_motoluxe_marries_style_and_affordability_with_its_4_in_wvga_blind_and_sub_250_monetary_value_tag_.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/the_motorola_motoluxe_marries_style_and_affordability_with_its_4_in_wvga_blind_and_sub_250_monetary_value_tag_.html Review of RIM’s BlackBerry Torch 9810 (AT&T) QWERTY yellow-bellied terrapin smartphone http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/CMfO7ccQJL0/review_of_rim_s_blackberry_torch_9810_at_t_qwerty_yellow_bellied_terrapin_smartphone.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/review_of_rim_s_blackberry_torch_9810_at_t_qwerty_yellow_bellied_terrapin_smartphone.html#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:28:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=43240 Research In Motion’s BlackBerry Torch 9810 is the second base iteration of the troupe’s original touchscreen/QWERTY slider smartphone. It replaces the 9800 model offered by AT&T last year, and offers upgrades on a number of the briny components – not the least of which is the new high-res touchscreen display.

Also new is the BlackBerry OS 7 smartphone operating system with its new “Liquid Graphics” railway locomotive, which gives the stallion OS a more fluid, polished look. Apart from the improved aesthetics, though, the OS feels very much like shoemaker’s last class’s version 6. It’s a nice upgrade, but not ace that has a real number major impact on how the phone deeds.

In any lawsuit, the 9810 is a nicer phone than the original in many regards, and should make many BlackBerry fans out there quite happy.

You’ll discovery two videos of the BlackBerry Torch 9810 in action after the Table of Contents, below.

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Though the Rezound is a considerable step up from the ThunderBolt, packing a faster processor, punter camera, much improved display, punter audio frequency, and newer software system, it is still plagued by some of the mire that the ThunderBolt was caught up in, namely a thick and heavy consistency and submarine-equality battery life. While the ThunderBolt had no competition on the LTE market when it was released, Verizon’s (and now AT&T’s) line-up is getting increasingly crowded with smartphones that jactitation dilutant designs and bigger batteries along with the faster data speeds, presenting quite a number of competition for newspaper headline shelf quad and all-to-valuable marketing dollars for the Rezound.

Despite its few unique traits, I tin’t say that the Rezound is the best smartphone, or even the best LTE smartphone available from Verizon, for that substance. It’s hard to justify its premium price tag. Read on to discovery out all of the ins and outs of the HTC Rezound.

You’ll discovery a video of the HTC Rezound in action after the Table of Contents, below.

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/htc_s_rezound_4g_lte_smartphone_for_verizon_packs_some_heft_and_a_thump.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/22/htc_s_rezound_4g_lte_smartphone_for_verizon_packs_some_heft_and_a_thump.html Acer CloudMobile Android Smartphone Leaked http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/S1KpOzJx2G4/acer_cloudmobile_android_smartphone_leaked.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/13/acer_cloudmobile_android_smartphone_leaked.html#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:16:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=43044 Acer humanoid smartphone was set to be unveiled at the MWC 2012. However, it seems we won’t have to wait until then since the device has been leaked today by Acer themselves. Acer announced that the device, CloudMobile android smartphone has North Korean won an iF design awarding.

The gimmick packed with a 4.3-inch HD display, on the back there’s a Dolby speaker plate, and a “Sleeve DNA design” which will “enhance the handheld experience.” Also, it features AcerCloud tech to share subject like music and photos between your computers and mobile devices. According to Pocket-lint, the Acer CloudMobile android smartphone will run on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. As for availability, the handset to be launched on Q3 2012.

Acer Flagship Smartphone Wins iF Product Design Award

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (February 10, 2012) – The Acer CloudMobileTM smartphone has just received the iF design awarding 2012, in recognition of outstanding achievement in design.

Acer CloudMobileTM is the first smartphone to offer AcerCloud technology, which securely connects personal content from Cloud PCs through CloudMobileTM anytime, anywhere. Users can pushing thousands of photos to and from CloudMobileTM and listen to their entire music collection whether at home or on the go.

AcerCloud also enhances mobile productiveness by providing seamless document management. Users can access and browse all recent files from CloudMobileTM and print wirelessly with Acer Print.

Designed to showcase Acer’s most advanced technology, Acer CloudMobileTM is ultra-slim with a depth of less than ace centimeter. Its Sleeve DNA design has soft, wrapping contours which enhance the handheld experience.

The stainless steel receiver on the front, and the Dolby loudspeaker system plate on the back, have tiny perforation that exude style and high-quality craft. Tactile details on the volume button and back position of the phone further enhance the exquisite looking and feel. A narrow bezel slims Acer CloudMobileTM down, while still providing room for a 4.3-in fully laminated HD exhibit.

Organized by the International Forum Design of Germany, the iF awards have been held since 1953 and are regarded as an indicant of outstanding quality in design.

An international panel of experts judged on numerous criteria including design workmanship, choice of material, environmental rapport and functionality. According to iF, participation in the iF designing awards demonstrates the volition to innovate and the courage to be compared next to others in competition.

Acer smartphone design has been awarded for its innovation the last two years in a row (Iconia Smart S300, 2011 Computex Design & Innovation).

The Acer CloudMobileTM smartphone will be unveiled at the end of February 2012 at the Mobile World Congress exhibition in Barcelona, Spain, and will be available in Q3, 2012.

About Acer

Since its founding in 1976, Acer has achieved the end of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Globally, Acer ranks No. 2 for notebook PCs. A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to the troupe’s continuing emergence, while its multi-brand approach integrates Acer, Gateway, Packard Bell, and eMachines brands in worldwide markets. Acer designs environmentally friendly products and has established a green supply string through coaction with suppliers. Acer is proud to be a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Movement, including support the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games and London 2012 Olympic Games. The Acer Group employs 8,000 people worldwide. Revenues for 2010 reached US$19.9 billion. Visit www.acer-group.com for more information.

[via Phonedog]

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]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/01/lg_reports_handset_profit_after_six_quarter_losing.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/02/01/lg_reports_handset_profit_after_six_quarter_losing.html Samsung suffers German court setback in Apple battle http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/vNs3cOP9bZg/samsung_suffers_german_court_setback_in_apple_battle.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/20/samsung_suffers_german_court_setback_in_apple_battle.html#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:44:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=41538 “A German homage ruled against Samsung Electronics Co in a patent suit versus iphone_4_will_be_launch_in_next_few_weeks.html’ title=’White iPhone 4 Will Be Launch In Next Few Weeks’>Apple, another leg in a long legal battle as the two technology giants jostle for top spot in the booming smartphone and tablet markets.”

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/20/samsung_suffers_german_court_setback_in_apple_battle.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/20/samsung_suffers_german_court_setback_in_apple_battle.html AT&T Launches New Data Plans http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/39LEJ18uzU0/at_t_launches_new_data_plans.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/19/at_t_launches_new_data_plans.html#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:55:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=41434 AT&T today announced new data plans for smartphone and tablet customers that volition launch this Sunday, January 22. The plans give customers more information and value.

The new smartphone plans include:

* AT&T DataPlus 300MB: $20 for 300MB

* AT&T DataPro 3GB: $30 for 3GB

* AT&T DataPro 5GB: $50 for 5GB, with mobile hotspot / tethering

Smartphone customers needing additional data tin pay $10 per additional gigabyte on the AT&T DataPro 3GB and DataPro 5GB plans; AT&T DataPlus users volition receive an extra 300MB for $20.

The new tablet plans* include:

* AT&T DataConnect 3GB: $30 for 3GB

* AT&T DataConnect 5GB: $50 for 5GB

Existing smartphone and tablet customers will have the choice of keeping their current plans or choosing one of these new plans, and the current $14.99 for 250MB plan for tablet customers will remain available.

To help customers determine which data architectural plan best matches their needs, AT&T has helpful tools at www.att.com/dataplans – including a data calculator where customers can estimate usage for their typical data activity. Once smartphone and tablet customers are on a architectural plan, AT&T keeps them informed of their usage levels by sending usage alerts as they consume data within their plan. For example, a smartphone customer with AT&T DataPlus 300MB will receive a textual matter message when they consume 65 percent of their information bucket, plus two additional alerts as they approach the 300MB provided with their plan.

“Customers are using more data than ever before,” said David Christopher, chief merchandising officer, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. “Our new plans are driven by this increasing demand in a highly competitive environment, and continue to deliver a great economic value to customers, especially as we continue our 4G LTE deployment.”

Customers are encouraged to keep their device’s Wi-Fi turned on because data usage over Wi-Fi does not count against a customer’s monthly data plan. As an added value, AT&T smartphone and tablet customers have access at no additional charge to AT&T’s 29,000 Wi-Fi hotspots nationwide – the nation’s largest Wi-Fi network.** Customers can get more information at www.att.com/wifiaccess.

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/19/at_t_launches_new_data_plans.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/19/at_t_launches_new_data_plans.html iPhone sales halted after shoppers pelt Apple stores http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/7DPyUxXJNpU/iphone_sales_halted_after_shoppers_pelt_apple_stores.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/13/iphone_sales_halted_after_shoppers_pelt_apple_stores.html#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:31:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=40943 “Enraged Chinese shoppers pelted Apple Inc’s flagship Beijing store with eggs and shoving matches broke out with police on Friday when customers were told the store would not begin sales of the iPhone 4S as scheduled.”

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/13/iphone_sales_halted_after_shoppers_pelt_apple_stores.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/13/iphone_sales_halted_after_shoppers_pelt_apple_stores.html Lenovo moving to launching smartphones in U.S. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/RkSxiji7JYc/lenovo_moving_to_launching_smartphones_in_u_s_.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/11/lenovo_moving_to_launching_smartphones_in_u_s_.html#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:41:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=40742 “Lenovo Group Ltd, which is making a concerted global push into tablets and ultrabooks, now expects to launching a smartphone in a lucrative U.S. marketplace dominated by Apple Inc and Google Inc gadgets.”

]]> http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/11/lenovo_moving_to_launching_smartphones_in_u_s_.html/feed 0 http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/11/lenovo_moving_to_launching_smartphones_in_u_s_.html Sony Ericsson Introduces quatern new Xperia Smartphones http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBestPhone/~3/3cb-jrQK2FU/sony_ericsson_introduces_quatern_new_xperia_smartphones.html http://the-best-phone.com/2012/01/10/sony_ericsson_introduces_quatern_new_xperia_smartphones.html#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:20:00 +0000 admin http://the-best-phone.com/?p=40631 Sony Ericsson is showing visitors to the 2012 International CES Show a fully connected entertainment worldly concern with the first Xperia(TM) smartphones from Sony®*, including Xperia S, the first smartphone from the Xperia NXT series – next generation smartphones from Sony, and new Xperia smartphones made specifically for the US and Japanese markets, all with access to premium entertainment services and easy connectivity to other screens within the world of Sony.

The new Xperia smartphones announced are:

*Xperia ion, first LTE Xperia smartphone from Sony available exclusively with AT&T in the US

*Xperia S, the first base smartphone in the Xperia NXT series – next generation smartphones from Sony, with Sony HD for stunning viewing experiences.

*Two new smartphones for the Japanese market:

o Xperia acro HD, the follow-up to Xperia acro with popular Japan-specific features including infrared port data exchange, mobile wallet and mobile TV. o Xperia NX,a variant of Xperia S for the Japanese market.

Bert Nordberg, CEO for Sony Ericsson commented, “CES marks an important milestone for both Sony Ericsson and Sony with the introduction of the first smartphones from Sony. As the market continues to evolve into a world where we consume content and entertainment across multiple screens, the Xperia portfolio will deliver a mobile experience that is an important foundation of Sony’s strategy to provide seamless connectivity and networked entertainment across smartphones, TV, laptops and tablets.”

Sony Ericsson also unveiled a number of Android accessories that enhance the smartphone experience:

*Xperia Smart Tags, small NFC enabled tokens that are used to launch pre-configured and personalised settings when you swipe an NFC Android smartphone against them. *Smart Wireless Headset pro, Bluetooth(TM) stereo system headset that also works as a standalone MP3 player and radio when detached from the phone.

*SmartWatch, micro display for Android to wirelessly approach calls, messages and applications. *SmartDock for Xperia ion, an HDMI dock that turns Xperia ion into a mini-PC by connecting it to a USB keyboard, mouse and big blind TV.

Availability

Xperia S will be available to consumers globally from the first quarter 2012. Xperia ion will be available exclusively in the U.S. from AT&T in the second poop 2012. Xperia NX and Xperia acro HD will be available in Japan from this spring.

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