Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones 
The Samsung Intercept on Sprint, set to replace the Samsung Moment, is going to launch on July 11. Best Buy happened to receive shipment of the latest Android smartphone a nine days ahead of time and sold one to a lucky customer on July 3, a little over a week before launch. In case you are debating whether or not to purchase the Samsung Intercept on July 11 or wait until the Samsung Epic 4G launches (Sprint’s flavor of the Samsung Galaxy S), you may want to check out his video about the mid-range Sprint smartphone. The phone features a 3.2 inch touch screen, runs Android 2.1 (but will be upgraded to Android 2.2), WiFi, Bluetooth, a full slideout QWERTY keyboard, and a 3.2MP camera. Pricing is $100 on a two year contract, which makes sense since the phone has basic specs. Check out the YouTube video of the Samsung Intercept below. Via [Android Central]  Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Web, Online Music/Video, Google  When Google TV was announced at Google IO this year, Logitech was one of the first hardware companies to jump on board with their Revue set-top box. Although the Google TV service is not available to the world until this Fall, the Revue has appeared in the FCC database with some photos of the upcoming device. And although there is nothing particularly special or surprising about this new device, it is nice to see that the project is running on schedule.    Read [FCC via Engadget] Full Story » | Written by Hunter Clarke for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones 
The new LG Optimus line of smartphones includes ten different phones that will run on many different operating systems and will all be available worldwide in the second half of 2010. At least two of the ten smartphones will be running Android 2.2. That’s right, these two smartphones will be launched with Froyo out of the box, not simply slated to receive the Android 2.2 update at some vague point in the future. The President and CEO of LG, Dr. Skott Ahn, claims the Optimus line is the result of much consumer research and development to make a phone that can “meet the needs of many.” As of now, only two phones have been given names, the LG Optimus One with Google and the LG Optimus Chic. No word on any specific specs for the LG Optimus One smartphone, but I imagine it to be the powerhouse Android phone of the LG Optimus lineup. The LG Optimus Chic is a slightly different Android smartphone as it focuses on fashion and style, not hardware and features. LG claims it comes with sleek curves and a tasteful design in order to prove wrong the stereotype that Android phones are only for a “hardcore tech crowd.” I wouldn’t mind owning a sexy looking Android phone, but if it doesn’t come with any above average features, I probably would not purchase it. However, there probably is a large market for aesthetically pleasing Android smartphones, as opposed to hardware focused Android smartphones. Unfortunately, LG is going to keep us waiting for specs, official availability, and carriers until further notice. Check out the full press release below: OPTIMUS SERIES: LG’S MOST ADVANCED SMART DEVICES
Line-up of Smartphones and Tablet Devices Integrate the Latest in Mobile Technology BERKSHIRE,UK, JULY 5, 2010—LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled its upcoming LG Optimus Series, a line-up of innovative smart devices featuring the latest in mobile technology that will spearhead the company’s newest campaign to highlight LG’s ability to simplify consumers’ information-dominated lives. LG Optimus, meaning ‘best’ in Latin, will be comprised of devices running on a range of operating systems as well as Android Tablet PCs. By offering a variety of choice in operating systems and incorporating smart technologies, LG prioritises consumer choice as a key strategy for expanding its footprint in the mobile industry. The smartphones and tablet devices range from entry to premium level, with various features to meet the diverse needs of all customers. As part of its aggressive strategy to grow its share of the global smartphone market, LG will be introducing approximately 10 new smart devices worldwide in the second half of this year under the LG Optimus label. “The LG Optimus Series is aimed at challenging the notion that one device can meet the needs of many,” said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “At LG, we believe in providing people with many different choices because our customers are not all alike. We want to provide devices that suit all needs and simplify people’s lives.” The LG Optimus Series is the result of extensive consumer research and development that delved into the way people gather information in today’s digital age. According to a consumer survey conducted by LG, ease of finding information is the top motivator in considering a smartphone purchase. The research also looked into what consumers liked and disliked about some of today’s most popular communications devices. Not surprisingly, user friendliness and fast response time were high on consumers’ lists. The two android-powered smartphones in the pipeline—LG Optimus One with Google™ and LG Optimus Chic—incorporate the speedy Android Platform 2.2 (Froyo). LG Optimus One with Google™ offers the latest in Google™ mobile features and connects seamlessly to the world. Its ability to connect effortlessly to Google’s Android Market™ delivers an unfiltered and genuine smartphone user experience. Also, a convenient user interface and diverse multimedia options ensure a mobile environment that makes this device one of the easiest to use on the market. The LG Optimus Chic caters to fashion aficionados with its tasteful design incorporating soft and smooth lines. The handset’s sleek curves set a new standard for smartphone design, challenging the perception that advanced Android devices need to appeal to a hardcore tech crowd to gain widespread acceptance. Beyond smartphones, LG will be introducing its first tablet device later this year. Running on the Android Platform, LG’s tablet will deliver vastly superior performance than other similar devices currently on the market while still managing to be thinner and lighter than competing devices.
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 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Computers, Laptops LG recently told its fans to expect a Android powered tablet before the end of 2010, meaning right in time for the Holiday season. Unfortunately, LG provided very little details on the Android tablet, but I’m sure we will hear more about the specs as we approach the end of 2010. Apple is the dominant player in the tablet market, so LG will need a top-notch device of its own to match the iPad. In addition, LG promises that the successor to the SU950, the LG Optimus Z, will be loaded with Android 2.2 when it launches. However, for the people who already own the SU950, LG promises to roll out Android 2.2 to all devices by Q4. It will be interesting to see what unfolds about the Android tablet and the LG Optimus Z, both could be big players in their respective areas. Via [WSJ] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones One of the hot, killer, unofficial Android devices as of late - the HTC Vision, has surfaced with images and some specs. Upon further review, it doesn’t seem to be the great Android device as billed, but we still have yet to hear official confirmation from HTC so the specs are subject to change. The picture comes by way of a Croatian blog who simply list the specs and the two images. The more interesting image (pictured above) depicts a full physical QWERTY keyboard, which is something HTC usually strays away from in Android smartphones. In addition to the keyboard, the HTC Vision sports a 3.7 inch touch display, 1GHz Snapdragon Processor, runs Android 2.1, and loaded with HTC Sense. No word on which carrier it will land with, but rumors indicate T-Mobile could launch the phone. The Vision seems like a pretty typical Android phone, but if the keyboard is any good, HTC might have a nice little product on their hands. Via [njuskalo] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones Even though Verizon isn’t offering pre-orders of the hot new Android phone, Best Buy has been offering on and off pre-ordering. Best Buy first began taking pre-orders on June 25, but last we heard, Best Buy was ending Droid X pre-orders due to unprecedented orders and they would not receive enough of the phone to cover demand. However, it looks like Best Buy is going to begin taking pre-orders again starting today (June 4) until next Saturday (June 10). Unfortunately the catch is Best Buy is not guaranteeing the Droid X will be available for customers on July 15 when the phone is going to launch. Here are some Q&A from Best Buy forums: Does pre-ordering the Droid X by Motorola at Best Buy® guarantee me a phone on launch day?
No. However, we do fulfill pre-orders in the order they were placed.
Did Best Buy® take pre-orders for the Droid X by Motorola?
Yes. We began accepting pre-orders for the Droid X on June 25th, 2010, but we stopped taking pre-orders on Wednesday, June 30th, 2010.
If I pre-ordered the Droid X by Motorola at Best Buy®, does that mean I am supposed to get it on launch day?
Ideally, yes. But, this is not supposed to be guaranteed and is completely dependent on how many the store receives from the supplier. Any inventory received will be used to fulfill outstanding pre-orders in the order they were placed. For example, if the store has twenty pre-orders on launch day but only received fifteen phones, then the first fifteen pre-orders should receive their phone on launch day.
The question now becomes, are you going to wait until launch day for the Motorola Droid X or will you take a chance and pre-order the phone in the event it might not be available on launch day? What if Verizon runs out of phones on the launch day and faces temporary shortage issues? Then pre-ordering with Best Buy is to your advantage because you are guaranteed the Droid X at some point in the future. And just for kicks, the Best Buy ad for this week does feature the Droid X saying you can pre-order the phone in stores today. Via [Droid-Life] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones 
According to the latest image secured by TmoNews, it seems like the Motorola Charm will be offered in a back-to-school promotion and will be available for free. This debunks the latest rumor which had the Motorola Charm pricing set at $75, but perhaps after the promotion it will retail for $75. The image features three other Samsung phones (the :), Gravity 3, and Gravity T) and they are all touted as messaging phones. It looks like the official name of the Android, portrait, QWERTY device will be the Motorola Charm as opposed to the Motorola Basil. I suppose the Basil was simply the internal codename for the Charm. No word on when the actual back-to-school promotion will take place, so hopefully we will be hearing official confirmation from T-Mobile sooner rather than later. Via [TmoNews] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Web, Websites 
In order to commemorate the opening of the HP Wireless Store, HP will be running a very nice offer for a limited time only. HP will be offering the Palm Pre Plus and the Palm Pixi Plus for free on both AT&T and Verizon. To make the already good deal even more enticing, HP will bundle the Palm Pre Plus with three accessories - Bluetooth headset, car charger and leather case. In fact, the Bluetooth headset is $49.99, the leather case is $29.99, and the car charger is $19.99. In case you are on Sprint and want to order one of their webOS phones, the HP Wireless Store will also be selling the Palm Pre and Palm Pixi. However, Sprint is still charging an obscene price for the Palm Pre ($99.99) and the Pixi for $19.99. For AT&T and Verizon users looking to pick up a decent smartphone at an affordable price, these are two very good deals. Check it out [HP Wireless Central] Via [Pre Central] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
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