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This is the New Hardware Photo Gallery I get SOOOOOO hyped up about new hardware and model advancements that I just had to make a page, dedicated to all the cool new stuff in the cellular world!!!! |
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New Kyocera! At first glance, with its small form factor, plethora of games, and downloadable ring tones, the Kyocera 2255 appears to be the perfect mobile for a teenager. And in many ways, it is. However, its many features and ease of use also make it a good fit for first-time cell phone users. Blue infusion With its blue-backlit keypad; blue-illuminated, five-line screen; and fairly compact size (4.7 by 1.8 by 0.9 inches; 4.34 ounces), the candy bar-style Kyocera 2255 has a design flare slightly reminiscent of phones on the Asian market and should appeal to teens. The phone's blue color scheme doesn't stop with lighting; the back, sides, and antenna are navy, while the face is gray with a sparkly tint. Overall, the phone is ergonomically well designed and fits easily in a pant pocket or purse. But if you're going to transport the 2255 in the latter, you'll need to activate the keypad lock. Features-wise, the 2255 has everything we've come to expect in cell phones as well as a couple of surprises. More basic features include a 400-name phone book, voice-activated dialing, voice memo, caller ID, a calculator, a tip calculator, a stopwatch, an alarm clock, a countdown timer, SMS, and wireless Web access. As far as extras go, the phone has a few games (Brick Attack, Space Dudes, and Cavern Crawl) and a somewhat hokey but amusing fortune-teller, Mystic I Ching. However, most users will appreciate that in addition to the 25 ring tones (including vibrate), the phone can accept downloadable MIDI ring tones. Quality abounds We're happy to report that the 2255's battery life is quite good. Kyocera rates talk time at 3.25 hours, and we actually got closer to 3.5 hours. The phone did equally well in our tests for standby time. We managed to match the rated 120 hours of standby time. All in all, the Kyocera 2255 is a decent mobile that performs basic cell phone functions well. With a price tag of .99, it's neither overpriced nor is it the best deal. But if you can pick it up for less than and you're a teen or a first-time mobile-phone buyer, it'll be money well spent |
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Motorola V120C Motorola V120c The V120c has a lot going for it: clean-cut looks, a sturdy design, solid features, good battery life, and a low price tag. However, its ergonomics are a little suspect, which means you'll probably want to spend some extra time playing around with this model in the store before buying it. Compact design The V120c looks similar to Motorola's candy bar-style V2200-series phones, but it's about 20 percent smaller and lighter (5.0 by 1.7 by 1.1 inches; 4.5 ounces) than the V2267 or the V2282. It's a more attractive phone in almost every aspect except one: It doesn't feel as comfortable on your ear as the larger V2200-series mobiles. Adorning the tri-mode V120c (CDMA 800/1900/AMPS 800) with one of six optional .99 soft PhoneWrap covers helps the ergonomics a little (the earpiece becomes less slippery). But the screen's protective covering is raised, which tends to attract the natural oils of your skin when the phone's pressed against your face. While we're on the subject of the screen, it's a bit small, displaying only three lines of text in wireless Web mode. On a more positive note, the V120c's backlit, rubberized buttons have a nice feel, and the phone's interface, though not stellar, is straightforward to navigate. Along with such standard features as caller ID and call history, there's a 400-number phone book, 32 unique ring tones, a vibrate mode, voice-activated dialing for up to 20 names, and a voice-recording feature that allows you to record two minutes' worth of voice memos. This model, like Motorola's V60c, is compatible with the company's FM radio accessory (.99), which plugs into the bottom of the phone and doubles as a hands-free headset, with the mike built into the cord. The V120c is also capable of two-way SMS (short message service) and can sync with popular PIMs such as Microsoft Outlook with an optional software/cable package. (Note: you may initially have a hard time finding one.) Though we liked the radio feature and found it easy to use (you can store nine preset stations), the ear bud-style headphones fit poorly. At this time, Motorola doesn't make an FM radio accessory that has detachable headphones, though we wish it did. Long life Overall, we were impressed with the V120c's battery life, even though our test numbers fell short of Motorola's figures. We still managed to get nearly five days of standby time (Motorola says you can get up to 300 hours) and a little more than 3.5 hours of talk time, compared to Motorola's claims of up to 270 minutes. In the final analysis, the V120c ( to with a one-year service contract) doesn't excel in one particular area, with the exception, perhaps, of battery life. But it is well suited for someone who's looking for a practical, relatively inexpensive phone that offers attractive cosmetics and add-on accessories, good battery life, and a sturdy design. |
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Samsung N200 Samsung's SCH-3500 is one of Bell Mobility's best-selling phone of all time. Enter the sequel, the SPH-N200, which looks similar to the original but is slimmer, with a bigger screen and some noteworthy new features that should also make it a hit among consumers. Fit and trim Like the SCH-3500, the SPH-N200 shares the flip-up dial-pad cover that conjures up comparisons to the Star Trek Communicator. But upon closer inspection, you'll notice some improvements over the SCH-3500's design. For starters, the SPH-N200 weighs almost a full ounce less (4.7 ounces) and is about an inch shorter (4.4 by 2.0 by 1.0 inches) than its predecessor. With the trimmer SPH-N200, we found it easier to dial numbers and navigate the phone's menu with just one hand. It also fit better in a shirt or pants pocket. Other changes include a larger, crisper LCD (it displays six lines instead of four); a white, backlit keypad; and a new joysticklike navigation button, which is more tactile and contributes to the SPH-N200's sleeker look and feel. Besides the slimmer design and ergonomic enhancements, the SPH-N200, which comes in either blue or silver, offers additional functionality, as well as an updated, more user-friendly interface similar to the one found on the company's SCH-6100. The phone has 20 preset ring tones, 3 customizable ones, and a vibrate mode. Along with a calendar, a to-do list, a calculator, multilingual capability, voice-activated dialing, and a 248-name phone book, you'll also find two-way text messaging, an updated wireless Web browser, and an airtime tracker. The last feature allows you to check the length of your last call and the total number of minutes you've logged on the phone since its activation. In theory, if you took note of your total number at the start of each month, you could keep track of how many minutes you'd expended over the course of the month. Strong performer Overall, we were impressed with the SPH-N200's battery life. While it fell short of the rated 146 hours of standby time in our tests, it didn't miss by much, and we actually managed to surpass Samsung's rated talk time of 230 minutes. Unfortunately, like the SCH-6100, the SPH-N200 can be charged only via its desktop cradle, which frequent travelers will find a tad bulky. That minor gripe aside, we came away impressed with SPH-N200. True, Bell Mobility's selection of phones has increased dramatically this year, so this model doesn't quite have the cool factor that the SCH-3500 had when it first came out. But those looking for a Sprint phone in the to price range should put the SPH-N200 near the top of their list. |
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The Nokia 3330 The Nokia 3330 at a Glance: Availability: Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific Weight: 133 g (with standard battery) Dimensions: 113 x 48 x 22 mm, 97 cc Talktime: 2 h 30 min - 4 h 30 min Standby time: 55 - 260 h Key features: WAP, chat messaging, animated screen savers, downloadable game packs, vibra feature, voice dialing, picture viewer, predictive text input, new Bumper and Space Impact games, Xpress-on covers Operating frequency: EGSM 900/1800 networks in Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific Get with the Nokia 3330 The new Nokia 3330 sports a wide range of enhanced features perfect for the mobile lifestyles of today. You can surf the mobile Internet with the WAP browser, personalize the phone with cool animated screensavers, use chat messaging for fast conversation with friends and take part in all kinds of fun activities. Join Club Nokia! When you hold the Nokia 3330 in your hand, you hold the key to a world of fun - and by joining Club Nokia, you can expand the horizons of the phone even further. With downloadable game packs, graphics, ringing tones and the ability to compete with your friends by sending in your high scores - all via WAP - the Nokia 3330 and Club Nokia will change the way you think about mobile phones. Read more about the fun you can have with a Nokia 3330 at Club Nokia |
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Nokia Nokia was one of the first companies to make their products fully customizable! Just about everyone who owns a Nokia Handset, has a custom faceplate on it! Click on the phone to the right to go to cellularfactory.com |
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Don't stop at Faceplates and Housings... You can even go so far as to change the LEDs on your screen, and Keypad! (see right) Note: changing the LEDs on your Handset will void your warranty, so think it over carefully! Click on the phone to the right to take you to the LED page! |
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Very Sweet looking phones, from My all-time Favorite Manufacturer, Nokia!!!! |