by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
We know you can never have everything of what you want, but that has not stopped Sony Ericsson from trying to deliver a handset that offers just about any and every feature that you think you might want in the form of the new W902 Walkman cell phone. Since it comes from the Walkman line and not the Cybershot range, you will certainly expect this to be an audio-centric handset, pumping out tunes with vigor. Good thing it comes with a Memory Stick Micro card slot that allows you to tote up to 8GB of music on a single card, which roughly equates to 8,000 songs or so on average. Of course, music playback isn’t the only function available on the W902 as it is more than capable of doing video just fine as well, making this one well-rounded handset that could prove to be a handy and versatile secondary portable media player (the iPod being the primary device, of course).
According to Ben Padley, Head of the Music Category at Sony Ericsson, ?We all want more from our Sony Ericsson mobile phones than ever before. If you love music but don?t want to compromise on imaging and video, we have used our expertise as music phone specialists to give users a truly multimedia experience with this latest phone. The Sony Ericsson W902 is one of our most high-performing mobile phones yet and perfect for those who want it all.?
Some of the features available on the Sony Ericsson W902 include :-
- Fast forward to fantastic sounds
- Outstanding music sound
- Clear Stereo + Clear Bass+ premium headphones = clear audio experience
- Retro music navigation keys – skip forward, back, play and pause with the push of a button
- Crystal clear video playback
- 5 megapixel camera – snap your stills and videos
- Scratch-resistant 2.2? QVGA screen and lens – made with mineral glass
- 8GB Memory Stick Micro (M2) for more than 8,000 songs
- UMTS/HSDPA 2100
- GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900
You will be able to pick one up in Volcanic Black, Wine Red and Earth Green this Q4 for a yet undisclosed price.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
If you’re a casual swimmer who takes a dip occasionally, then there is no harm in skipping this post. Otherwise, do read on about the new Underwater Pace Clock from FINIS that will make even the most casual of workouts more exciting. After all, what’s the point of doing a few laps around the pool if you don’t want to better yourself? There is a certain sense of satisfaction each time you outdo your previous best time, and the day we stop trying to improve ourselves would be indeed a sad one. More on the Underwater Pace Clock after the jump.
With the addition of the Underwater Pace Clock, a uniquely waterproof digital clock for competition and practice settings, FINIS technical equipment continues to make even the most ordinary of workouts seem more exciting. The clock is completely submersible and waterproof to depths of 16 feet (5 meters). The unit has a large 10″x10″ two-digit display for viewing across the pool, and comes equipped with LCD digit display for clear reading from multiple angles and varying distances. Swimmers can utilize this technology in tracking their sets and sendoffs, as well as by monitoring their desired pace – all without subsequently losing their stroke technique and stroke rhythm. By placing the Underwater Pace Clock on the deck or resting it on the bottom of the pool, the swimmer or swimmers are able to obtain a clear visual readout and a constant awareness of their performance with no awkward lifting of the head. The device also includes a detachable infrared pole (3 feet in length) to transmit signals to the base of the unit. The infrared technology facilitates the lap counting function of the clock. Swimmers and coaches can use the Underwater Pace Clock to track longer distances in both practice and meet settings. Additionally, easy to access buttons on the unit allow the user to reset and switch between various modes. A unique feature of the Underwater Pace Clock is that it is fully powered by a standard 9-volt battery and absolutely no wires are necessary. The clock’s internal battery provides for 240 hours of continuous, wireless operation.
Coaches, take note of this device in your next shopping list if you haven’t done so already.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
SIM cards are just one of those things that are entirely too conveniently small. It makes them easily lugged around and extremely easy to lose. Anymore if many of us dump out our couch, not only will we get change but random small technology that has managed to slip between the cracks. This extremely chic little keychain was created to help you keep your SIM card right where you won’t lose it.
Now, if you manage to lose the keychain, you’re just out of luck. However, for most people attaching it to your keys or purse would be enough to make sure it stays with you. The Proporta keyring features a magnetic closure to make sure the card won’t slip out when it has been jostled around a little. It is made out of leather and has a two tone coloring. It is currently being sold for $6.95. Which would be cheap enough that you could buy several, for just in case moments.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
Opera Software and Meridian group have announced their joining to pre-install Opera Mini on Meridian Mobile?s new Fly E310 mobile phone. Meridian Mobile?s Fly mobile handset is currently available in the UK, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and Russia, and all with pre-installed Opera Mini browser, states a Slashpone report.
Meridian Group and Opera Software joined forces back in April 07 to deliver Opera Mini on most all mobile phone handsets.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
So what is the deal with GPU and with Apple?s push to bring OpenCL to their Mac OS X ?Snow Leopard? revision? Well the answer is it?s all about processing power and speed. You can only get so much from a trad CPU even sporting 2 or 4 cores, however there are in excess of 100 microprocessor cores inside a GPU.
According to a report on guardian.co.uk, the thing is data needs to be served up fast enough to keep up with the speedy GPU processors high speed data crunching, and that hasn?t been standardised as yet, and this is where Apple?s OpenCL tech comes into play.
I know, you are thinking what has this to do with mobile space right? Well as the iPhone uses Mac OS and uses the same underpinnings as Mac OS X, any updates to that codename should be made available to the iPhone as well.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
An announcement has come from Openmoko that an agreement with Canada based Koolu will mean Koolu will distribute the Freerunner Open Source mobile phone in all the Americas, the EU and the UK with plans allotted to expand globally.
Koolu is known for its innovations in easy to use services like Skype and Google Apps will distribute the Freerunner to developers firstly then to consumers as Google Apps go mobile.
Koolu has also created a unique program within the mobile industry which offers the Neo FreeRunner in a referral program for Google Apps across the globe.
Jim Despathy, president of Koolu says: “Koolu will surround the phone with services and applications to lower the entry point to Internet and telephony access. The phone will reach new markets that are presently not being addressed by traditional phones and phone companies but at the same time bring these phone companies clients they previously could not reach.”
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
We’ve seen Han Solo in suspended animation indefinitely no thanks to his carbonite prison, but surely there are more deserving people of such punishment? What about Mr. George Lucas himself, for unleashing the abomination known as Jar-Jar Binks upon the galaxy, and torturing us through three prequels that are nothing but a special effects extravaganza without really fleshing out the characters’ pasts? Well if you have always wished that, that particular wish has come true today. This carbonite George Lucas was specially sculpted for Star Wars celebrations that are being held in Japan at the moment. No idea on how much it will cost though, nor where can you get one.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
We know if you could you would change the wallpaper on your Apple iPhone, the few image wallpapers that come preloaded on the iPhone and iPod Touch may well suit some people, but there are also many who would love to change it.
Well, the word from justanotheriphoneblog.com yes, you can customise any picture and use it as an iPhone background and iPod background; alternatively there are many free images about which can be used.
However if you like changing your wallpaper maybe you should give Listropolis a go, the Listropolis website has apparently compiled somewhere around fifty stunning iPhone wallpapers.
What you can expect is a range of superb nature, Apple related, along with miscellaneous images all ready and waiting to be used as your iPhone and iPod touch wallpapers.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
Everyone loves a Walkman mobile phone, and to accompany that Walkman Sony Ericsson has launched a range of music accessories. These accessories include three new sets of speakers such as the MBS-200, MBS-400 and MPS-100, along with three new headphones as well the HBH-IS800, the HPM-88 and the HPM-66.
Pocket-lint managed to grab hold of a few images for us all, and according to their report the MBS-200 wireless portable speaker promised ?powerful sound? while streaming music from your mobile phone via Bluetooth which will then mute should you receive a call.
Mobile music lovers who want a ?more powerful sound? may prefer the MBS-400 which has two speakers and is said to offer high quality stereo sound while on the move. While the MPS-100 offers up a mini-speaker system aimed at the affordable market.
by Techno Witch on July 23, 2008
Apple iPhone 3G shortages are being reported everywhere across the US, with several estimating replenishment of iPhone 3G stocks arriving sometime in the next few weeks.
Well according to a post by Mobilewhack.com, Apple?s supply line from Asia is working better.
Apparently important Apple stores in California and New York had both iPhone 3G versions in stock today.
Both versions sound good, but technically there are three iPhone 3G versions, 8GB black, 16GB black and 16GB white. Also no word or conformation as to how many are in stock. I mean one iPhone 3G per store could still be classed as stock couldn?t it?
So both versions in stock could well mean one or more of both versions available. Without actual replenishing figures it is difficult to say if Apple is actually beginning to get on top of the demand shortfall.