Here’s my review of the Nokia N86 8MP:
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1 comment November 16th, 2009
More details to follow but the Milestone is basically the Motorola Droid but for GSM/HSPA networks.
It’s an Android 2.0 powered phone with a 800×480 display, a slide out QWERTY keyboard, removable memory and a 5 megapixel camera with flash all in a form factor slightly bigger than an iPhone. Yum!
It should be coming to TELUS (and possibly other compatible carriers) in early 2010.
I played with one the other day and couldn’t stop drooling 
5 comments November 10th, 2009
I just got a Omnia 2 today. Here are my first impressions:
It’s kind of hard to tell but the screen looks amazing, stunning, incredible. Not only is it high resolution but the colour just blows me away. It’s easily the best thing about the Omnia 2.
Other random thoughts. While it has a 800Mhz processor Opera still feels kind of slow. The hexagonal button in front isn’t a navigation pad – instead it’s a single button that looks like a nav pad. It’s a waste of space.
TouchWiz 2.0 is nice but having the Windows Mobile menus and TouchWiz makes for a inconsistant user experience.
The camera is very similar to the camera on the Samsung i910. It’s very good except when you’re trying to take close ups where the flash is needed. In those situations it blasts the subject out – that said you can raise the ISO to 800 so you don’t need to use the flash as much.
In the past, whenever I tested a Bell CDMA phone there was always very low signal levels in my house. The Omnia 2 runs on Bell’s new HSPA+ network and it too gets very little signal – FYI.
Anyways that’s all for now. I’ll have a full review up later after I’ve had a chance to play with it more and drool at the screen some more.
2 comments November 7th, 2009
So I was at the Canadian launch of the HTC Hero. In case you don’t know this is a HSPA Hero (as opposed to CDMA). It’s exclusive to TELUS, comes in white or black and is $99.99 on a 3 year.
Now you’ve probably seen the Hero already so I’ll leave it at that.
HTC fans maybe interested in finding out more about HTC’s new “Quietly Brilliant” marketing campaign so here’s a marketing guy from HTC to explain it.
Part 1:
Part 2:
Add comment November 5th, 2009
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Wanting to get as many new (almost in stock) devices launched before Telus and Bell turn on their new HSPA network, Rogers Wireless has launched the LG Eve. The LG Eve is currently listed on the Rogers website as “out of stock” but will retail for $49.99 on a 3 year term, $299.99 on a 2 year term, $349.99 on a 1 year term, and $399.99 without an agreement.
The Eves slick S-class interface lets you navigate your social networks, contacts, multimedia and Android Market apps seamlessly. Link your Facebook™ and Twitter™ accounts with your contact list so you can manage your social networks quickly and easily. The integrated 5.0 MP camera combines with a gorgeous media gallery and video editor to provide an unprecedented multimedia experience from your smartphone. Once youve discovered all the great features that come with the Eve, explore the Android Market for new and exciting apps to customize your LG Eve.
Head to you local Rogers dealer to purchase the LG Eve.
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Add comment November 3rd, 2009
Rogers Wireless is the first carrier in Canada to launch the BlackBerry Bold 9700. Bell and Telus will also be launching the all new BlackBerry Bold, making it the first time that all three carriers in Canada are selling the same device.
The BlackBerry Bold 9700 offers sophisticated design coupled with high-performance features to offer users a premium smartphone experience. This 3G smartphone ensures you will receive your emails quickly and reliably. The new optical trackpad ensures easy navigation and the multimedia capabilities mean you can have fun and stay connected to the office. The Bold 9700 allows users to live their personal and professional lives to the fullest through power and performance.
Despite what the marketing team at Rogers tells us, the 9700 is commonly referred to as the “Bold” or “Bold 2″ and not the “Curve”. With that cleared up, lets look at the key features of the device.
Add comment November 3rd, 2009
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The Sony Ericsson T715a was officially launched today on Rogers’ discount brand, Fido Telephony. The T715a features a 3.2MP camera, MP3 player, Facebook app, Bluetooth, and a microSD slot.
As you can see from the image above, the Sony Ericsson slider is only $50 on a 2 year term and $200 when purchased outright.
Head over to the Fido website to purchase your T715a today!
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Add comment November 3rd, 2009
Enjoy a unique HTML browsing experience with the LG Versa™ and browse up to 3 web pages at one time. The LG Versa™ also features 3 home screens to personalize with contacts, widgets and multimedia for instant access.
The Versa is priced at $79.99/$179.99/$229.99/$279.99 (3 year term to no contract) and features:
Head over to Telus to learn more or to purchase.
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Add comment October 29th, 2009
Fido Telephony, a division of Rogers Wireless, will be release the following four phones as part of their Q4 offerings.
BlackBerry Pearl 8100 (Red)
3 year: $0 (requires data)
prepaid: $400
November 2009
Nokia 2720
2 year: $0
prepaid: $80
November 2009
Sony Ericsson T715a
2 year: $50
prepaid: $200
November 2009
LG Xenon
2 year: $125
$225: prepaid
December 2009
Discuss Fido’s Q4 plans on HowardForums.
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Add comment October 28th, 2009
Koodo Mobile has launched the Motorola VE440.
Packed with fun essentials.
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The VE440 is only $125 or $0 with a 125 Tab. Buying through the Koodo Mobile online store will score you free shipping.
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Add comment October 27th, 2009
