Review of GSM/UMTS handset Nokia 6500 classic


“The Nokia 6500 Classic utilizes a QVGA display, powered by TFT technology (16 mln colors, which are all bright and vibrant) with a resolution of 240×320 pixels (diagonal of 2 inches, 31×41 mm). The manufacturer hasn’t included any type of backlighting adjustment, i.e. the screen is always evenly backlit, which allows saving a bit of charge. Nevertheless the user is enabled to choose standby screensaver and backlighting mode (on/off) – in the latter case, if the backlighting will be turned off, the information will remain visible indoors but only at certain angles. Apart from that you can completely switch off the screen, so that it will turn black with no information being displayed on it. In light of the screen having a mirror layer, it doesn’t fade in the sun and ensures that all data will be still readable.” Read more here:

New Nokia’s service – order prints from your smartphone

desc “Nokia has launched a new service to print photos directly from a mobile device via cell or WLAN network. Delivery of prints is also available. Many European countries (Russia not yet in the list) can access the service. Soon the company will extend the list. The users need to install XpressPrint (supported by N-Series devices) to work with it, here (choose your country) you can get your free version.Reportedly, it’s possible to make order on stickers and other souvenirs such as t-shirts, puzzles and so on. The user can pay with the credit card or use other means of payment depending on the country. For the promo purpose every new user will get first 10 prints for free.” via mobile-review.com

Palm Reports Q4 and FY 2007 Results

“Palm Inc reported that total revenue in its fourth quarter of fiscal year 2007, ended June 1, was $401.3 million. Smartphone sell-through for the quarter reached a company record high, totaling 750,000 units, up 43 percent year over year. Smartphone revenue was $344.2 million, up 14 percent from the year-ago period. Net income for the quarter was $15.4 million, or $0.15 per diluted share. Net income included stock-based compensation expense of $5.4 million and amortization of intangible assets of $1.0 million. This compares to net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2006 of $27.2 million, or $0.25 per diluted share. Net income in the fourth fiscal quarter, measured on a non-GAAP basis, totaled $17.8 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, excluding stock-based compensation expense, amortization of intangible assets and the related income tax provision. This compares to non-GAAP net income in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2006 of $30.6 million, or $0.29 per diluted share, which excluded the effects of amortization of intangible assets and deferred stock-based compensation, legal settlements, restructuring charges, the related income tax provision and the partial reversal of a valuation allowance against deferred tax assets. “Our record Treo sell-through reflects strong fundamentals in the core focus areas of our business,” said Ed Colligan, Palm president and chief executive officer. “In fiscal year 2007, we expanded our international presence, improved our product pipeline and developed strategic platform technologies. I’m confident that in fiscal year 2008 more and more standard handset customers will demand the capabilities and ease of use of Palm smartphones, which aligns us well for future growth and profitability.” Palm Fiscal Year 2007 ResultsRevenue for the full fiscal year 2007 was $1.56 billion, down 1 percent from the $1.58 billion reported in fiscal year 2006. Smartphone sell-through for the full year reached a company record high totaling 2.7 million units, up 34 percent year over year. Smartphone revenue was $1.25 billion, up 15 percent from the prior year. Net income for fiscal year 2007 was $56.4 million, or $0.54 per diluted share. Net income included stock-based compensation expense of $24.3 million, amortization of intangible assets of $2.0 million and in-process research and development of $3.7 million. This compares to net income in fiscal year 2006 of $336.2 million, or $3.19 per diluted share, which included a benefit of $219.5 million as a result of the partial reversal of a valuation allowance against deferred tax assets. Net income for the year, on a non-GAAP basis, totaled $73.4 million, or $0.70 per diluted share, excluding stock-based compensation expense, amortization of intangible assets, in-process research and development and the related income tax provision. This compares with a fiscal year 2006 non-GAAP net income of $88.5 million, or $0.85 per diluted share, excluding the effects of amortization of intangible assets and deferred stock-based compensation, legal settlements, restructuring charges, the related income tax provision and the partial reversal of a valuation allowance against deferred tax assets. Q1 Fiscal Year 2008 Guidance Revenue is expected to be between $355 million and $365 million; Gross margin is expected to be in the range of 36.8 percent and 37.3 percent on a GAAP basis and between 37.0 percent and 37.5 percent on a non-GAAP basis; Operating expenses on a GAAP basis are expected to be in the range of $137.5 million to $141.5 million and on a non-GAAP basis, between $125 million and $128 million; Annual tax rate of 40 percent is expected on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis; Earnings per diluted share are expected to be in the range of ($0.01) to $0.01 on a GAAP basis and $0.07 to $0.09 on a non-GAAP basis; and SFAS 123 stock-based compensation expense, before taxes, is expected to be between $5.5 million and $6.0 million and amortization of intangible assets to be $1 million. We also expect an $8.0 million to $9.0 million restructuring charge to earnings for the recently implemented organizational changes, which will include severance and facility closure costs. Of this we expect $6.5 million to $7.5 million will be incurred in Q1 with the remainder in Q2. These amounts and the related tax amounts are excluded from Palm’s first quarter of fiscal year 2008 outlook on a non-GAAP basis. ” via palminfocenter.com

Motorola MOTO Z8 Makes Its Retail Debut

motorola-z8-front2.jpg “With almost all the cellphone lovers dedicating their attention to the new iPhone, it is obvious that other companies must do something in order to get some attention as well. And that is why Motorola decided to announce that their new bomb – MOTO Z8 – is available to purchase (on Spain) at the same day the iPhone was launched.The new kick-slider cellphone is a “Media Monster”, at least that is what Motorola likes to call it and they have a reason for that – it comes with a full-length film named “The Bourne Identity” made by Universal Studios. Besides this small media detail, there are other factors that make the media word stand out: mobile TV, video + music available thanks to Telefonica and Movistar, and content delivered from CNN among others.On the technical specifications, the Z8 offers the opportunity to use MicroSD memory cards with the current capacity of 4GB, and it can be expanded do 32GB when the new cards become available in the near future. There is also 80MB of internal memory, and an 8x zoom camera that features 2.0 megapixels. As for the internet connection, it uses HSDPA.For now the MOTO Z8 is only available in Spain, but it will become accessible in other parts of the world.” via mobilewhack.com

Asus Shows Off A New GPS PDA A696

“The A696 ultra-slim GPS PDA from ASUS is a full GPS and comes in a stainless steel case. Even better, the A696 features an anti-glare 3.5-inch touchscreen and works with the help of a Destinator Technologies routing engine. For quick navigation, the A696 sports a QuickNav button that brings you to your desired address and works with the help of 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate. Last, but certainly not least, the A696 sports an SD card slot that helps you get the most out of your phone in no time.Running Windows Mobile 5.0, the A696 hits shelves in two weeks for $400.” via akihabaranews.com

Official announcement of HTC P6300 (Panda)

desc “HTC has officially announced HTC P6300 (Panda) communicator. Last month O2 operator released XDA Argon based on HTC Panda platform. The communicator is oriented at business and corporate users, first of all.It turned out that main speculated specs got confirmed, including tri-band GSM and missing EDGE. Memory size got larger than expected. The manufacturer hasn’t unveiled the release date and the price of the new device.The specs of HTC P6300 (official info): Network – GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 MHz Operating system – Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition CPU – 400 MHz 256 MB ROM, 128 MB RAM Display – 3.5” touchscreen 240×320 pixels 2-megapixel camera with macro mode Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi, IrDA, USB MMC/SDIO slot Battery – Li-Ion 1500 mAh” via mobile-review.com