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Well, after all of the hoopla, the Verizon Droid is out on the market. This is a phone that will give the iPhone a run for its money.  Check out the deals for the Droid phone here.

The Droid by Motorola for Verizon Wireless is a touch screen, QWERTY slider smartphone that has gained early attention for its super fast speeds. Featuring Google’s Android 2.0 operating system, the Droid has a desktop-like web experience and is fully customizable with apps downloaded from the Android Market.

Android is how Google has decided to participate in this arena.  The features in this phone a very similar to the features its uses in the new Verizon Hub. 

The integrated GPS and eCompass can be used with Google Maps Navigation and other location-based apps, geo-location web search, and even geo-tagging photos. Beyond geo-tagging, the Droid’s DVD-quality 5.0 megapixel camera/ camcorder also has auto-stabilization, flash, zoom and editing tools.  You can share videos and photos either online or via multimedia messaging. The Droid by Motorola has everything you would expect a smartphone to do plus a few gizmos you’d never expect.

Highlights

• Highlight-A Touch Screen, QWERTY Keyboard Slider Smartphone Featuring Android 2.0
• Highlight-Fully Customizable With Thousands Of Apps Downloadable From The Android Market
• Highlight-Advanced 5.0 Megapixel Camera/ Camcorder With Geo-tagging, Flash, Edit Tools, and More
• Highlight-Lots Of Your Favorite Apps, Like Google Maps and Facebook, Pre-installed
• Highlight-Integrated GPS Supports Google Maps Navigation and Other Location-based and Navigation Apps
• Highlight-Amazing 3.7" Light-responsive Color Display Is Perfect For Watching Videos
• Highlight-Fast 3G and WiFi Support For Streaming Multimedia Like YouTube Videos

What’s In The Box

• Custom Ringtones-Yes
• MP3 Player-Yes, Media Player With Advanced Features For Quality Music and Video Experience
• Streaming Multimedia Support-Yes, Stream Music and Videos (Like YouTube) Online With 3G Speeds
• Customizable Graphics-Yes
• Picture Caller ID-Yes
• MP3 Ringtones-Yes
• Ringer Profiles-Yes
• Facebook-Yes, Pre-installed
• MySpace-Yes, Downloadable
• Twitter-Yes
• Games-Yes

Core Features

• Alarm-Yes
• Calendar-Yes, Support For Corporate (Exchange) Calendar and Google Calendar
• Speakerphone-Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing-Yes
• Vibrate-Yes
• Calculator-Yes
• Style-QWERTY Slider and Touch Screen
• Color Main Display-3.7", 480 x 854 Pixels, WVGA TFT Light-responsive Color Display
• Color-Licorice (Black) With Brown Sugar Accents
• To-Do List-Yes
• Voice Memo-Yes
• PDA Device-Yes

• Talk Time-Up To 6.4 Hours
• Battery Type-Li-Ion
• Standby Time-Up To 11.3 Days

Technical Specifications

• Network Compatibility-CDMA 800, 1900
• Data Download Speed-3G/ EVDO Rev. A, 1XRTT
• 3G Data Speeds-Yes, Where Available
• Platform / Operating System-Android 2.0
• Compatible Carrier-Verizon Wireless
• Predictive Text Entry-Yes
• WiFi-Yes, WiFi (802.11 b,g) To Connect To Personal and Corporate Wireless Networks (Hotspots)
• Micro-USB Port-Yes
• Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack-Yes
• Hearing Aid Compatible-Yes, M3/T3
• TTY Compatible-Yes
• Touch Screen-Yes, Touch Screen With Haptic Feedback, Accelerometer, and Proximity and Ambient Light Sensors
• Weight-6.0 oz
• Dimensions-2.4" x 4.6" x 0.5"
• Expandable Memory Capacity-Store More Music, Photos and Videos With Up To A 32GB microSD Memory Card (16GB Card Pre-installed)
• Multiple Numbers Per Name-Yes

SSH into DROID?

How can I SSH into my Verizon DROID? I’ve been able to use the SSH client to SSH into my desktop and work system(s). What I’m looking for is a way to connect to my server. [...]

Common Where is the Dynolicious for Droid 

This should have been the one of the first apps they should made for Droid. When I saw it on the Iphone I almost bought the I phone just for that app.  [...]

Technorati Tags: cell, cell phone, droid, motorla, verizon

The Palm Pre is currently offered in the US by SPrint Nextel and through Bell Mobility in Canada.  This multimedia smartphone offers some of the newest phone features on the market today.  This is the first phone to utilize the linux based webOS as its operating system which now moves Palm away from its proprietary Palm OS platform.

This cool phone has a multimedia touchscreen and a slide out QWERTY keyboard.  This phone functions as a camera phone, a portable media player, a GPS navigator, and a savvy Internet client with email, messaging, web browsing and Wi-Fi connectivity.

This Pre has a 3.1 inch touchscreen with a 320×480 HVGA liquid crystal display.  The screen also automatically sets itself to portrait or landscape depending on how you hold the phone. This phone will definitely give Apple a good competitor to its iPhone, especially when compared to the connectivity of Sprint versus the AT&T network.

Palm Pre

The long and short of it is this: the Palm Pre and webOS are the first real challengers to the iPhone’s innovative approach to a mobile UI and data management. Oh, and yes, it has copy and paste functions (triggered by holding down your thumb on the gesture area and selecting your text with another finger).

Palm Pre’s Mojo SDK leaked

Good news for anyone waiting for the Palm Pre’s Mojo SDK, well it seems to have leaked on the internet. "Palm’s Mojo devkit has leaked to the web ahead of schedule—they had announced it would arrive in late summer.

Sprint Picks on iPhone with Palm Pre

Sprint released the new Palm Pre smartphone into the wild about three weeks ago, putting a lot of hope in the handset’s performance on the market, and now it has begun to market its device a little more aggressively than before.
 

Technorati Tags: linux, multimedia, palm pre, smartphone, webos

BlackBerry Curve 8900 Silver

Act now and buy a Blackberry Curve here.

The propaganda for the The BlackBerry Curve 8900 for AT&T states the it "is the perfect balance between performance and usability. For productivity, rely on the real-time push email, organizer applications, document viewing and editing, and integrated WiFi with free, unlimited access to AT&T HotSpots nationwide. Bring entertainment with you everywhere, with rich internet browsing, a 3.2-MP camera, AT&T Mobile Music, and more. And with AT&T Navigator-enabled built-in GPS, you’ll never lose your way with a phone that can work in more than 200 countries. The BlackBerry Curve 8900 simplifies your life and ensures you are always connected."

CNET rates this phone with 3 1/2 stars  on the editor rating and 4 stars on the users rating.  This is a great smartphone will all of the goodies.  The only issues are that it lacks 3G support and it can be somewhat sluggish to operate.  T-Mobile also offers this phone as well.

Highlights

• Slim and Attractive Design With Full Backlit QWERTY Keyboard
• Free, Unlimited Access To AT&T WiFi HotSpots Nationwide
• Store More Music, Photos, Etc. With Up To A 32 GB microSD Memory Card (Not Included)
• Stay Connected and On Track With GPS, AT&T Navigator and Loopt
• Sync Your iTunes and Enjoy Music Over Stereo Bluetooth Headphones (Sold Separately)
• Take Pictures and Video Clips With The 3.2 Megapixel Camera
• Access Your Yahoo Mail, Windows Live, Hotmail, AOL, Facebook, MySpace & Flickr Accounts Any Time
• Stay Connected Everywhere You Go – Internationally Compatible
• Easy Device Setup Wizard For Email Set-up, Typing Tutorial, and Personalization

What’s In The Box

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, USB Cable, CD W/ Desktop Software, 3.5mm Stereo Headset, Protective Pouch

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, USB Cable, CD W/ Desktop Software, 3.5mm Stereo Headset, Protective Pouch

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 3.2 Megapixel Camera/ Camcorder With Auto-focus, Image Stabilization, and More
• Camera Megapixels – 3.2 Megapixels
• MP3 Player – Yes, AT&T Music, XM Radio, MusicID, Napster Mobile, eMusic, and iTunes MP3 Playlists
• Attachment Viewing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Yes, View and Edit Word and Excel Documents Attached to Emails
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, Bluetooth v2.0 For Multiple, Wireless Connections
• QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Full QWERTY Keyboard With Backlight
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Stream Stereo Music To Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Built-in GPS Supports AT&T Navigator, Loopt, Etc.
• PC Synchronization – Yes, Seamlessly Synchronize Your Address Book, Calendar, Pictures and Email With Your PC
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, Record Video Clips To Share With Friends and Family
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, Media Player and Support For Video Streaming

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send and Receive Multimedia Messages
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Send and Receive Text Messages
• Email Client – Supports Microsoft Direct Push For Outlook and Up To 10 Mobile Email Accounts Like Yahoo!
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, BlackBerry Messenger Pre-loaded As Well As AOL, Yahoo!, and MSN
• HTML Web Browsing – Rich HTML Web Browsing With Desktop Page Viewing, Video Streaming and Fast Downloads

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes, MP3 Real Music Ringtones Supported, Downloadable
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Games – Yes, Pre-installed Games and Download More
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.4" LCD, 480 x 360 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
• Color – Silver
• Style – PDA/ Candy Bar
• Warranty – 1 Year BlackBerry Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes, Full Duplex
• Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
• To-Do List – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Micro-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li-Ion
• Standby Time – Up to 15 Days
• Talk Time – Up to 5.5 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – Java
• Platform / Operating System – BlackBerry OS With 512MHz Processor
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900
• Data Download Speed – WiFi (Up to 24 Mbps) When Connected To Local Hotspot, or EDGE (Up to 144 Kbps) Nationally
• Compatible Carrier – AT&T
• Internationally Compatible – Yes, Stay Connected No Matter Where Life Takes You
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD Card Format For Additional Storage Up To 32GB (Card Not Included)
• Dimensions – 2.4 in x 4.3 in x 0.5 in
• Built-In Memory – 256 MB
• Weight – 3.9 oz
• WiFi 802.11 Compatible – Yes, Surf The Internet On Any WiFi Network and Unlimited Access To AT&T WiFi HotSpots Nationwide
• Processor Speed – 512 mHz

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports AT&T High-End Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Loopt Option – Yes
• AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T BlackBerry Plan Options – Yes

Technorati Tags: blackberry curve 8900, pda, smartphone

This is just like the watch Dick Tracy had.  Why not look cool with this phone.  Act now and buy this watch cell phone.

The V2 Cellphone watch is the first watch mobile to have a keypad which makes it far easier to use than its predecessors. It also has triband frequencies which makes it perfect for anyone who is looking to travel with its worldwide compatibility. With its sporty look, 1GB bundled and extendable memory this one of the best if not the best watch phone available today.

Highlights:

• Language: simplified chinese/english/traditional chinses/some other languages according to quantity
• LCD Size: 1.4inch, 26 thousand color; PX: 128×160px
• Ringtone: 64 chord; Ringtone format: mp3, midi
• Music:  play mp3 at background,support equlize,bluetooth stereo output
• Video:  3GP,MP4,support 3GP 128*160
• FM radio: FM Radio
• Camera: 13.0 lacpixel; the max photo output is 1280*960.
• Rom: Packed with 2GB TF card support
• Data Transfer:  Udisk/data wire/bluetooth file transfer,bluetooth stereo output
• Standby Photo:  jpg, gif
• Game Platform:  java, java2.0

More information

• MP3/MP4/Handsfree/SMS group sending/WAP/Handwritten input/Radio/Bluetooth/GPRS download/MMS/Memory extended

Basic features:

• Network: GSM 900 / 1800 /1900 MHz
• Talking time: 120-180 mins
• Stand-by time: 150-300 hours
• Net weight: 70g

Packing:

• 1 Mobile Phone
• 2 Battery
• 1 Travel charger
• 1 User manual
• 1 Headset
• 1 USB cable
• 1 Charger

Cell Phone Watch

It’s a phone. It’s a watch. It’s a phone… no… wait… it’s a watch, a camera, a phone, an MP3 player, and pretty much everything but your own personal chef.

Mobile phone watch

These watches are amazing not because they are in fact mobile phones, it the fact that a SIM card has to fit in the body somewhere as well as all of the other stuff that you get inside a watch and phone yet the body is barely one and a half inches long.

Technorati Tags: cell phone watch, cellphone watch, rating v2 cellphone watch

Looking for a waterproof cell phone?  This one does a pretty good job for AT&T.

Act now and buy the Motorola Tundra here!

Motorola Tundra VA76r Black

The Motorola Tundra VA76r for AT&T is a ruggedized Mil-Spec push-to-talk device that is ideal for individuals who need a tough cell phone to match their tough lifestyle. Certified to Military Standard MI-STD-810F, the Tundra will withstand dust, shock vibrations, rain, humidity, solar radiation, altitude and temperature extremes on and off the job site.

Highlights

• Instant One-button Walkie-talkie-style Communications With AT&T Push To Talk Feature
• Rugged construction, Military MI-STD-810F Spec To Withstand Harsh On-site Weather Conditions
• Integrated aGPS With AT&T Navigator For Turn-by-turn Voice and On-screen Driving Directions
• Bluetooth Capable For A Truly Hands-free Conversation
• Mobile Email and Instant Messenger For Quick and Easy Communication On The Go
• 2 Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills or Video Clips
• Stay Connected Everywhere You Go – Internationally Compatible

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 2.0 Megapixels, 4X Zoom, Video Capture and Playback
• Camera Megapixels – 2 Megapixels
• MP3 Player – Yes, Load Music Using microSD Card
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-Turn Directions with AT&T Navigator
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, V2.0, Supports Headset and Handsfree Profiles
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, Record And Send Video Clips To Family and Friends
• Voice-driven Menus – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Supports Stereo Bluetooth (Headset Purchased Separately)
• Weatherproof – Yes, Mil-Spec MI-STD-810F Certified

Messaging Features

• Mobile Web Browsing – Yes, HTML and WAP Browsers Built-in
• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send Pictures and Short Video Clips With AT&T Messaging Feature
• HTML Web Browsing – Yes, WIth Opera Browser
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, With AT&T Messaging Feature
• Email Client – Yes, Get Yahoo Mail, AOL, Windows Live Mail and More With AT&T Data Feature
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, Get AOL, Yahoo! and Windows Live Messenger With AT&T Messaging Feature

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Multiple Languages – Yes
• Languages Supported – English, Spanish
• Games – Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.2", 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display – 1.6" TFT LCD, 120 x 160 Pixels
• Style – Flip Phone
• Color – Black
• Warranty – Motorola Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Push-to-Talk – Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – Up To 1,000 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Store Up To 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 and T3
• Basic Phone – Yes
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up To 300 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 336 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – Java
• Data Download Speed – HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier – AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported – AAC, AMR, H.263, MP3, MPEG-4, SP-MIDI, eAAC+ , AAC+
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
• Built-In Memory – 100 MB
• 3G Data Speeds – Yes, HSDPA Download Speeds Up To 3.6 Mbps
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards Up To 8 GB
• Dimensions – 3.9 in x 2.1 in x 1.0 in
• Internationally Compatible – Yes, Quad Band GSM Support
• Weight – 4.9 oz

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes
• Device Supports AT&T High-End Voice Plans – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• AT&T Messaging + Data Unlimited Option – Yes
• AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Data Unlimited Options – Yes
• AT&T Data + GPS Plan Options – Yes

Technorati Tags: at&t, cell phone, motorla tundra

Here is a pretty good cell phone if you need it in damp and rugged conditions.  This one won’t stand a dip in the pool but it holds up under most conditions and has some great Web stuff as well.

Act now and buy the Motorola Adventure here!

Motorola Adventure V750 Silver

The durable and attractive Motorola Adventure V750 for Verizon Wireless is one of the first Verizon cell phones to offer push-to-talk technology. With a built-in MP3 player, a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth support and an expandable memory card slot, the Adventure gives you more than just rugged good looks. The Adventure V750 supports VZ Navigator, V CAST Music with Rhapsody and V CAST Videos. This phone is ready for anything, indoors or out.

Highlights

• First Verizon Cell Phone With Push-To-Talk Capabilities
• Rugged Shell Meets Military Standards For Shock, Dust, Heat, And Vibration
• Slim Flip Phone With Feather-Touch Precision Crafted Keypad
• Built-in V CAST Music Player With Up To 8 GB Of Expandable Memory
• Large QVGA Color Display
• Watch On-Demand TV or Listen To Music With On Verizon’s EV-DO Rev A Network
• 2 Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills or Video Clips
• Outstanding Voice-Activated Dialing Functionality and Stereo Bluetooth

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 2.0 Megapixels (1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution Max), Self-Timer, Brightness Controls
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, On-Demand TV And Music With V CAST V PAK Feature
• Camera Megapixels – 2 Megapixels
• V CAST Music Player – You Can Download Songs From V CAST Music And Store Them On Your Phone
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-Turn Directions with VZ Navigator
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, V1.2, Supports Headset, Handsfree As Well As SPP, DUN Profiles
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Record And Send QVGA Video Clips To Friends, Length Limited Only By Available Memory
• Voice-driven Menus – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• PC Synchronization – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• Parental Controls – Yes, Keep Track of Your Child’s Whereabouts with Chaperone from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send PIX And FLIX Messages With IN Messaging Features
• Verizon Wireless Mobile Web 2.0 – Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, With IN Messaging Feature
• Email Client – Yes, POP3 Email Software Built-In
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get In Now Service
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Multiple Languages – Yes
• Languages Supported – English, Spanish
• Games – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.2", 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display – 1.6" TFT LCD, 120 x 160 Pixels, With Music Controls
• Style – Flip Phone
• Color – Silver
• Warranty – Motorola Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Push-to-Talk – Yes, With Verizon Wireless Push-To-Talk Feature
• Voice-activated Dialing – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – Up To 1,000 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Store Up To 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• Basic Phone – Yes
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up To 230 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 84 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – BREW v. 3.1.5
• Data Download Speed – EV-DO Rev A (Up to 3.1 Mbps) And 1xRTT (Up To 70 Kbps)
• Network Compatibility – CDMA 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier – Verizon Wireless
• Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
• Built-In Memory – 128 MB
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards
• Dimensions – 4.0 in x 2.0 in x 0.6 in
• Weight – 3.9 oz
• V CAST Enabled – Yes

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Verizon Connect Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Premium Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Push to Talk Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• Verizon Wireless Voice Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless V CAST Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless TXT+PIX+FLIX Plan Options – Yes

Technorati Tags: adventure v750, cellphone, motorola, verizon

This is possibly the best waterproof phone out there.  One young student has had all his friends messing with and trying to break it.  It’s almost indestructible and good for around the pool or at the shore.  Act now and buy your Casio GzOne here.

Casio GzOne Boulder Orange

The ultra-rugged, water-proof Casio G’zOne Boulder for Verizon Wireless is one of the first Verizon cell phones to offer push-to-talk technology. The lightning quick PTT response times and EVDO speeds make the Boulder an excellent option for all-around outdoor use. On the inside, the Boulder features a hi-res display, an electronic compass, a music player, and expandable memory. The Casio G’zOne Boulder meets military specifications for durability, but its functionality is ideal for anyone.

Highlights

• One Of The First Verizon Cell Phones With Push-To-Talk Capabilities
• Waterproof, Attractive Shell Helps Protect The Boulder From The Elements
• Also Meets Military Standards For Shock, Dust, Heat, And Vibration
• Built-in V CAST Music Player With Up To 8 GB Of Expandable Memory
• Large QVGA Color Display
• Built-In Electronic Compass And GPS Aids Navigation During Outdoor Use
• 1.3-Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills or Video Clips
• Outstanding Voice-Activated Dialing Functionality and Stereo Bluetooth

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 1.3-Megapixels (1280 x 960 Pixel Resolution Max), LED Flash, Self-Timer
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, On-Demand TV And Music With V CAST V PAK Feature
• Camera Megapixels – 1.3 Megapixels
• V CAST Music Player – You Can Download Songs From V CAST Music Or Rhapsody And Store Them On Your Phone
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Built-in GPS Supports Turn-by-turn Directions With VZ Navigator From Verizon Wireless
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v 2.0, Supports Headset, Handsfree As Well As SPP, DUN, And A2DP Profiles
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Record And Send QVGA Video Clips To Friends, Length Limited Only By Available Memory
• Voice-driven Menus – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• PC Synchronization – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• Weatherproof – Yes, Meets Military Specifications 810F for Water, Shock, Dust, Immersion, Vibration, and More
• Parental Controls – Yes, Keep Track of Your Child’s Whereabouts with Chaperone from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send PIX And FLIX Messages With IN Messaging Features
• Verizon Wireless Mobile Web 2.0 – Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, With IN Messaging Feature
• Email Client – Yes, POP3 Email Software Built-In
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get In Now Service
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Multiple Languages – Yes
• Languages Supported – English, Spanish
• Games – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.2", 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display – 1.6" TFT LCD, 120 x 160 Pixels, With Music Controls
• Color – Orange
• Style – Flip Phone
• Warranty – Motorola Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Push-to-Talk – Yes, With Verizon Wireless Push-To-Talk Feature
• Voice-activated Dialing – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – Up To 500 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Store Up To 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up To 214 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 64 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – BREW v. 3.1.5
• Data Download Speed – EV-DO Rev A (Up to 3.1 Mbps) And 1xRTT (Up To 70 Kbps)
• Network Compatibility – CDMA 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier – Verizon Wireless
• Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
• Built-In Memory – 128 MB
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards up to 8 GB
• Dimensions – 3.9 in x 2.0 in x 0.9 in
• Weight – 4.9 oz
• V CAST Enabled – Yes

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Verizon Connect Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Premium Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Push to Talk Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• Verizon Wireless Rhapsody Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Voice Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless V CAST Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless TXT+PIX+FLIX Plan Options – Yes

Technorati Tags: casio, cell phone, gzone boulder, waterproof

Do you live at the beach or have a pool in your back yard.  If so, a waterproof cell phone might be something to consider.  There are a few makers of waterproof cell phones for use on the Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint networks.

Verizon Wireless offers the Casio G’zOne Boulder which is capable of withstanding extreme temperatures, shock, and water immersion.  They also offer the Motorola Adventure V750 which is up to military specs.  This is a great walkie-talkie phone that can hold up in almost any circumstance, but is not completely waterproof.

AT&T Wireless offer the Samsung Rugby which is built to resist shock, rain, or vibration. They also have the Motorola Tundra which is very similar to the Adventure 750  and may not hold up with a dip in the pool.

The Sanyo Pro 700 for Sprint which held up well under any circumstances.  This rubbery phone is also phone to work with and has a well organized walkie talkie interface.

Waterproof phone

The new Fujitsu Prime F-01A is a waterproof mobile phone from NTT DoCoMo. It can make calls under water at a depth of about three feet for up to 30 minutes. Prime works at GSM/W-CDMA networks and comes with a 3.5-inch touchscreen.

Water proof Cell Phones

Surprisingly there aren’t a lot of water proof cell phones. You would think more would be at least somewhat water proof since almost all watches are.

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What a terrific phone that can compete with the iPhone – the Blackberry Storm!

Act now and buy the Blackberry Storm here!

BlackBerry Storm 9530 Black

The hugely anticipated BlackBerry Storm for Verizon Wireless is the world’s first touchscreen BlackBerry, with a brilliant 3.25" display that uses the breakthrough SurePress technology. The internationally compatible Storm supports Verizon’s high-speed EVDO network, and comes loaded with 1 GB of on-board memory, a 3.2-MP camera, a full featured web browser, and a removable battery. The full BlackBerry experience on a touchscreen device – it’s set to take the world by storm.

Highlights

• First BlackBerry Smartphone With Tactile Touch Software
• 3.25" Display Adjusts Orientation And Provides Click Feedback
• Virtual QWERTY Keyboard Lets You Send Text, Instant and Email Messages
• 3.2 Megapixel Autofocus Camera With Facial Recogition Takes Crisp Pictures, Long Video Clips
• Built-in Music Player Lets You Download Music Over-the-air Or Sync With A PC
• Exclusive For Verizon: Only True Internationally Compatible, "World Phone" BlackBerry
• Supports VZ Navigator Audible Turn-by-turn Directions
• Smooth, Attractive Web Browser With Touch Navigation

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide, USB Cable, 8 GB Micro SD Card

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 3.2 Megapixel Resolution (2048 x 1536 Pixels Max), LED Flash, Face Detection, Editing Tools
• Camera Megapixels – 3.2 Megapixels
• MP3 Player – Plays MP3, WMA, WMA ProPlus, AAC, AAC+ Files
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-Turn Directions with VZ Navigator
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v2.1, Headset, Handsfree, DUN, OPP, FTP, BPP, HID Profiles Supported
• Video Capture / Camcorder – VGA Resolution, 120 FPS, Multiple Formats
• QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Virtual QWERTY Keyboard Displays On 3.25" Touchscreen
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Supports A2DP and AVRC Profiles So You Can Stream Music To Compatible (A2DP) Devices
• Voice-driven Menus – Yes, Advanced Voice Commands With No Pre-training Needed
• PC Synchronization – Yes, Seamlessly Synchronize Your Email, Address Book and Calendar
• Parental Controls – Yes, Keep Track of Your Child’s Whereabouts with Chaperone from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send and Receive Picture or Video Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging Add-on Rate Plan Feature
• HTML Web Browsing – Full HTML Web Browsing With Touch Navigation, Bookmarks, High-speed Data Downloads
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Send and Receive Text Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging
• Email Client – Works With BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Integrates Easily With Personal Accounts
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, Send and Receive Instant Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+ Files
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Games – Yes, Downloadable BREW Titles
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 3.3" LCD, 360 x 480 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors
• Color – Black and Silver
• Style – Candy Bar Touchscreen
• Touch Screen – Yes, Intuitive Touchscreen With SurePress Tactile Click Interaction
• Speakerphone – Yes, Dual Stereo Speakers
• Voice-activated Dialing – Yes, Advanced Voice Dialing Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes, Up To 1 Hour Total
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – 1,000 Entries
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – 5 Number Entries and 2 Email Address Per Contact
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 Rated
• Text to Speech – Yes
• PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

• Battery Type – LiIon
• Talk Time – Up to 280 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up to 360 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – BREW
• Data Download Speed – 1xEV-DO Rev. A (Up to 3.1 Mbps) and 1xRTT (Up to 130 Kbps)
• Platform / Operating System – BlackBerry OS
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; UMTS 2100
• Built-In Memory – 1 GB On-board Memory
• 3G Data Speeds – Yes
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards, Up To 16 GB Card Size Max
• Dimensions – 4.4 in x 2.5 in x 0.6 in
• Internationally Compatible – Yes
• Weight – 5.5 oz

Compatibility Features

• Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Visual Voicemail Compatible – Yes
• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• Verizon Wireless Voice Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Rhapsody Options – Yes, Supports Access To Unlimited Music From Rhapsody
• Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless TXT+PIX+FLIX Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Tethering Plan Options – Yes, With Verizon’s Broadband Access Connect

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LG Vu CU920

Buy your LG Vu phone here right now!

The LG Vu is a great phone for those who want all of the features of a touchscreen phone and full multi-media.

The LG Vu CU920 for AT&T is a gorgeous new touch-screen cell phone capable of delivering one of the most robust multimedia entertainment experiences we’ve seen. The Vu supports AT&T’s MEdiaFLO Live TV service, and has a gigantic 3" touchscreen that rivals that of the iPhone or Verizon’s Voyager. In addition, the Vu offers a microSD slot for expandable memory, a full-featured music player, and supports quad-band GSM/UMTS connectivity. Note: AT&T Live TV is only available in certain markets.

Highlights

• View Beautiful Multimedia From Your Own Collection, or Via AT&T’s MediaFLO Service
• Gorgeous Touch-Screen Is Huge And Easy To Navigate
• Be One Of The First To Experience AT&T’s Mobile TV Service – Watch Live TV Wherever You Go!
• Full HTML Web Experience
• 2.0 Megapixel Camera/Camcorder Leads To Dazzling Photos and Videos
• Full Email and Messaging Experience With Virtual QWERTY Keyboard
• Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology Supports Great Connectivity
• Incredibly Thin Form Factor – Slimmer Than The Competitors

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, User Guide, Wall Charger, Stereo Headset

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 2.0 Megapixel Camera (1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution Max), Digital Zoom, iPhoto-like Support
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, AT&T Music and MediaFLO Lets You Experience Dazzling Video and Stereo Music
• Camera Megapixels – 2 Megapixels
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes
• Two-handed Gaming Experience – Yes
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, Long Video Clip Capture, Video Clip Playback
• QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Built Into Touchscreen
• Voice-driven Menus – Yes
• PC Synchronization – Yes, Synchronize With Your PC or Mac

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send or Recieve Picture Messages
• HTML Web Browsing – Full Web Browser, Portrait or Landscape Orientation, HTML
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Supports Multi-session, Touchscreen QWERTY Keyboard
• Email Client – Yes, POP and IMAP Support, Supports Real-time Push Email
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Games – Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – Massive 240 x 400 Pixels (3" Diagonal), 262,000 Colors
• Color – Black
• Style – Candybar Touchscreen
• Warranty – LG Manufacturer Warranty
• Touch Screen – Yes, Auto-rotates to Landscape or Portrait
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – 500 Entries (Limited By Available Memory)
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Plus Web and Email Address, Instant Messenger Handles and More
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up to 300 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 250 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Platform / Operating System – Proprietary LG Operating System
• Data Download Speed – GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSPDA (Up to 3.6 Mbps)
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850/1900
• Compatible Carrier – AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3
• Internationally Compatible – Yes
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes
• Built-In Memory – 155 MB
• Dimensions – 4.3 in x 2.1 in x 0.5 in
• Weight – 3.2 oz
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Yes, Supports microSD Cards Up To 4GB

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Mobile TV Plan Options – Yes, Watch Live TV Feeds On Your Phone
• AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Data Unlimited Options – Yes
• AT&T Video Share Plan Options – Yes

Review of the LG CU920 Vu TV Touch Screen Phone While the LG CU920 Vu TV for AT&T is able to call itself a touch screen phone even though it’s not a smartphone, it can’t compete with the likes of the iPhone 3G and Samsung Instinct. Crystal Clear Screen Protection Film for LG Vu

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