Samsung's GPS phones priced right

Samsung is a big brand with a focus on mid- to high-end mobile phones. So when it announced the SGH-i780 and SGH-i550W GPS-enabled devices, we didn't think much about the prices, expecting it to be comparable to others from big brands like HTC and Nokia. That's why it came as a surprise to hear that these two will be priced at S$828 and S$738, respectively--incredible prices for their feature set. What's more, the company has bundled quite a few items with them, so you won't be getting just a bare handset and charger combo in the box. More details after the jump.
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Windows Mobile 6.1 to be announced on April 1?

Ok, I'll be the first to admit that an April 1 date sure makes the whole announcement thing sound rather dodgy. But word is that Microsoft will be launching its rumored update to its Window Mobile 6 operating system on April Fool's Day, regardless of the implications, and which coincidentally (or not) is also the first day of the CTIA Wireless tradeshow in Las Vegas.

According to a report on Pocket-lint, Windows Mobile 6.1 is designed as the temporary upgrade solution for Windows Mobile handheld users before version 7 is introduced. The former will offer several enhancements over the Windows Mobile 6 version which debuted in February 2007, including a cleaner user interface, new homescreen, task manager and the ability to copy-and-paste in Internet Explorer.

We'll be in touch with Microsoft for the official statement, so keep a watch out for our upcoming updates.

Via Pocket-lint

The world's lightest cell phone

The Guinness World Records named the Modu phone as the lightest cell phone in the world. At just 1.5 ounces and 2.8 inches by 1.4 inches by 0.3 inch, the Modu is a full ounce lighter than the already miniature Pantech C300. Without a doubt, it's the tiniest cell phone I've seen outside of Zoolander.

In case you're not familiar, Modu is a modular cell phone that can be placed into "jackets" that change the both the appearance and the functionality of the handset. The Modu only has a tiny display, a couple of navigation controls, a mini USB port, and a charger jack. It's a normal cell phone in most respects but you're not really meant to use by itself. Instead, it's designed to be inserted into one of the jackets, which basically are the shells of a larger candy-bar phone. My Modu hands-on from the GSMA World Congress will give you the full report.

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Beware! Nokia's N95 8GB now has a Chinese clone

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then Nokia should feel honored and up there with the iPhone. Or cheated, since a Filipino site has started selling a handset that looks just like the black Nokia N95 8GB mobile phone. Clearly defiant of all copyright and patent issues, the Chinese-made clone even has "Nokia" and "N95 8GB" imprinted on the front face of the handset, just like the original. From the pictures on the Web site, it seems the clone also features the N95's signature dual-slide design that has a keypad on one side and music playback controls on the other.

A closer look at the given specifications of the N95 clone will, however, reveal that while it comes with two onboard cameras, the primary camera is just 2 megapixels. (The original N95 sports a 5-megapixel sensor.) There is also no HSDPA, Wi-Fi or GPS in the clone, not to mention that the 8GB of onboard memory has been somewhat replaced by a microSD card slot. Incredibly, the handset comes with a one-year warranty.

We aren't sure how identical the N95 clone is to the original handset upclose. But from the images posted, it looks almost like the Real McCoy. So for those buying an N95 online or from a dubious store in your neighborhood, check it carefully before purchase. You never know when you might end up with an N95 wannabe.

Via RedFerret
Photo credit: Sulit.com.ph

Samsung's dual-SIM WM smart phone in the works

When we reviewed the Samsung SGH-D880 dual-SIM phone, we identified two main groups of users--one group who needs it for work and play; a second group who travels a lot. But there's a third untapped market that comprises mainly youths who use multiple handsets from different telcos to cut down on their monthly bills. Even though the D880 is an attractive proposition, its S$598 tab borders onto the mid to high range of the price spectrum.

Now, it appears Samsung has plans to address the entry-level segment of the market with a dual-SIM phone that's purportedly 20- to 30-percent less expensive than the current D880. This is due out in the second quarter and most likely to be in May.
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