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Ring-cellphone concept
From the report: Even though it's one of the tiniest cell phones you've probably ever seen, it would be difficult to lose this one. As its name implies, the "ring-cellphone" is worn on the finger, and includes all the components of a functional cell phone.
This ring-cellphone concept, designed by industrial designer Tao Ma of Nanjing, China, incorporates fashionable design with technology. The stylish ring is designed to be worn by both men and women on either hand, and features a small round screen that looks like a gem.
The device offers only the most basic communication functions of making or receiving a call. When answering the phone, users draw out a mini-microphone to talk into, and hold it close to their ear to listen. The ring also has tiny buttons, and Tao Ma explains that its operation is simple (though it´s difficult to tell if the phone includes a full number pad or if it uses another dialing scheme). The ring-cellphone can also be charged on a sleek, vase-like charging base.
Tao Ma is previously known in the world of "fashion-tech" as the designer of the Bracelet Phone and the Quartz Tele Concept. He also won the 2004 Sony Ericsson Mobile Phone Design Competition, a contest geared open to participants from universities and colleges in China. From the report: Even though it's one of the tiniest cell phones you've probably ever seen, it would be difficult to lose th... more -
Charges filed against attorney who smuggled drugs into jail
Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard on Oct. 1 announced charges have been filed in Maricopa County Superior Court against a Valley defense attorney accused of smuggling heroin and other contraband to gang members in a downtown Phoenix jail.
Jason John Keller is accused of smuggling heroin, a cell phone and a cell-phone charger into the Fourth Avenue Jail and of giving the items to inmates. At least one of the inmates who allegedly received the contraband is known to be a client of Keller, according to Goddard.
The Tempe-based attorney is charged with seven felony counts, including conspiracy to commit promoting prison contraband, and multiple charges of promoting prison contraband and assisting a criminal street gang.
Keller is alleged to have smuggled the items into the jail on at least three occasions. Some of the inmates receiving the items were members of the Mexican Mafia, according to Goddard.
The charges against Keller came after an investigation by the Phoenix Police Department. Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard on Oct. 1 announced charges have been filed in Maricopa County Superior Court against a Valley ... more -
Nokia Tube Launch Is Pretty Much Happening on October 2nd
Reuters is claiming that the long, long-awaited Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Touchscreen 'Tube' will be launched in London on October 2nd, according to their sources. This confirms the rumor that we floated Wednesday, when the first actual picture of the device surfaced (It's mostly screen. Surprise!). As with most of the glut of new touchscreen phones out there now, the key to Tube's success as well as the most exciting part of the launch will probably be the device's software, which is rumored to be a touchscreen revision of the venerable Symbian S60 OS Reuters is claiming that the long, long-awaited Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Touchscreen 'Tube' will be launched in London on Octo... more
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Google to announce smart phone
Well, it is does not offer any new technology but Google promises an easy-to-use device that can run a number of different software programs. Well, it is does not offer any new technology but Google promises an easy-to-use device that can run a number of different software pr... more
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Yanko Design gives us the Ply Phone
"Making sure to flex its concepting muscles, KDDI au just announced their PLY mobile phone concept inspired by sandwiched plywood. Each section is tabbed to core functions like a dialpad, keyboard, gamepad, touchscreen, pico project, and printer! Will it ever see the light of day? Hard to say. Miniaturizing some of those proposed functions seems beyond what science and technology can achieve now but never underestimate kooky designers and crafty engineers."
http://www.yankodesign.com/2008/08/22/3-ply-phone/ "Making sure to flex its concepting muscles, KDDI au just announced their PLY mobile phone concept inspired by sandwiched plywood... more -
Samsung Omnia (i900) unboxing
iPhones have nothing on this unboxing.
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Cell Phones for Diabetics - The Infopia LG Glucophone
"This LG phone has a glucometer built in. The phone works alongside the company’s Eocene diabetic management system. Results are sent to a secure server which graphs and helps manage your disease..." "This LG phone has a glucometer built in. The phone works alongside the company’s Eocene diabetic management system. Results are ... more
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Best Buy to become first independent U.S. chain to sell iPhones
Add a feather to Best Buy's cap. Starting Sept. 7, the electronics retail giant will become the first independent U.S. chain of stores to sell Apple's iPhone, according to the Associated Press.The iPhone 3G, which sells for $199 and $299 (depending on the memory) and comes with a two-year wireless service plan, is currently available in the U.S. only at Apple and AT&T stores. AT&T is the iPhone's U.S. carrier.
The announcement comes as Best Buy has finished revamping its mobile phone operation, training employees and updating computer systems so that cellphones can be quickly activated. Best Buy already sells Apple's Mac computers and and iPod media players. Add a feather to Best Buy's cap. Starting Sept. 7, the electronics retail giant will become the first independent U.S. chain of s... more -
Crowdsourcing crime-scene photos
Ok, the NYPD haven't been my very favorite people recently, but this is pretty cool. They are about to launch a new service whereby ordinary civilians can send them photos or video of crimes in progress directly from their cellphones.
It's good to see law enforcement that trusts its community enough to take a democratic approach to information gathering, rather than a "Big Brother"- style surveillance approach (see London).
Once the site launches, I guess it's up to New Yorkers not to overload the system with useless videos and images. Ok, the NYPD haven't been my very favorite people recently, but this is pretty cool. They are about to launch a new service wher... more -
Yes, Cell Phones can cause Cancer
As a nation, we might tune out science lectures in the classroom, but we're pretty savvy about science in the marketplace, especially when we learn about research that could potentially affect our health.
Whether it is banning smoking in restaurants or avoiding salmonella-laced chilies at the supermarket, Americans process what researchers tell them and make decisions based on the newest findings.
But often studies contradict each other, confusing consumers and making it difficult to know what to do.
This week, a prominent cancer researcher at the University of Pittsburgh contradicted years of research in a memo to 3,000 colleagues warning them of a connection between cell phone usage and brain cancer and cautioning them to keep phones away from children.
The memo by Dr. Ronald Herberman, director of the university's Cancer Institute, contradicts numerous studies and information disseminated by the Cancer Society of America and the Food and Drug Administration.
Herberman has yet to officially publish his still ongoing research, but believes his initial findings warrant taking early action, especially in regard to children.
"Although the evidence is still controversial, I am convinced that there are sufficient data to warrant issuing an advisory to share some precautionary advice on cell phone use," he wrote. "Really at the heart of my concern is that we shouldn't wait for a definitive study to come out, but err on the side of being safe rather than sorry later."
He recommends adults use headsets or speakerphones when speaking on cell phones and children use phones only in emergencies.
No other research institution has so stringently argued that a link exists and Herberman's advice is sure to concern many consumers -- especially parents.
Several consumers interviewed by ABC News.com said they had heard rumors of a cancer link for years, but the new information raised additional concerns even if the entire scientific community had yet to reach a consensus.
Eighty-four percent of the population, or some 255 million Americans, use cell phones according to industry statistics. And some 15 percent of Americans only use cell phones and have no landlines in their homes.
CTIA, the wireless industry trade group, said it did not believe that Herberman's memo would prevent people from buying or using cell phones and deferred to previous scientific research on the topic.
"Look to the consensus in the scientific community. Look to trusted sources like the FDA," said Joe Ferran, spokesman for the CTIA. "When you listen to those folks and see what's been published, it is clear there is no link."
The FDA says it has no reason to believe that cell phones pose a real risk to safety.
"If there is a risk from these products -- and at this point we do not know that there is -- it is probably very small," the Food and Drug Administration says on its Web site.
In 2006, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the largest study to date on the correlation between cancer and phone usage. The study, which followed 420,000 Danish users, many of whom had used phones for more than a decade, found no risk of cancer among them.
Analysts told ABC News.com that the memo would make little impact on the market.
"[Herberman's] theory would have to be seriously corroborated before people began to abandon a technology they are so closely wedded to," said Robert Enderle, a technology analyst and president of the Enderle Group.
"Even if a conclusive link was discovered, I doubt it would make much difference," he said. "People know cigarettes are bad, but they continue to smoke. There are laws requiring people to use headsets while driving because of the danger, but you see people talking on their phones when they're driving all the time." As a nation, we might tune out science lectures in the classroom, but we're pretty savvy about science in the marketplace, especi... more -
Red alert! The cellphone warning has been issued
Don't say you weren't warned, cellphone addicts...
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Most expensive iPhone mobile phones
If you’re a Lover of luxury phones, you’re going to like this. The iPhone has currently been luxed up by Australian jeweler Peter Aloisson. The result is the iPhone Princess Plus - the world’s most expensive iPhone. 138 of the total amount of diamonds are “princess cut” stones, which is where the name iPhone Princess Plus comes from.
The other 180 diamonds used the brilliant cut. These diamonds total 17.75 carats and are inlaid on 18k white gold. The price of this sparkling baby is $176,400. Of course, an alternative version containing only the brilliant-cut diamonds is available for “only” $66,150.
For More Detail http://www.worldamazingrecords.com If you’re a Lover of luxury phones, you’re going to like this. The iPhone has currently been luxed up by Australian jeweler Peter Aloi... more -
Virgin Mobile USA asks music fans to 'Book the Band' for Festival
The Virgin Mobile Festival, one of the largest music events on the East Coast, has built a reputation for bringing together the world's best bands. This year's festival, which will take place August 9 and 10 in Baltimore, will feature more than 40 acts, including Foo Fighters, Jack Johnson, Kanye West, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots and Bob Dylan.
For the second year in a row, Virgin Mobile USA is letting fans get in on the act of talent selection for this top-flight event. Along with Kyocera Wireless and MySpace, Virgin Mobile USA is once again launching "Book the Band By Virgin Mobile" -- an opportunity for five emerging bands with different sounds to vie for a slot in the Virgin Mobile Festival lineup. The Virgin Mobile Festival, one of the largest music events on the East Coast, has built a reputation for bringing together the world&... more -
Motorola unveils 5 megapixel camera phone MOTOZINE ZN5
Motorola, a leader in wireless communications, and Kodak, the world’s foremost imaging innovator, today announced MOTOZINE ZN5, the first product combining world-class innovation from both companies. The MOTOZINE ZN5 combines a high-quality phone and camera experience to help content-craving consumers seize inspiration and share the content they create and love with the world. Motorola, a leader in wireless communications, and Kodak, the world’s foremost imaging innovator, today announced MOTOZINE ZN5, the fi... more
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Casio to showcase new mobile range at Retail Solutions
Casio will be showcasing their entire range of mobile technology products for the busy retailer at stand E-10 at the forthcoming Retail Solutions show at ExCEL, London. This year Casio's range will be more impressive than ever with a unique range of Casio mobile technology devices.
Casio Electronics are pioneers in mobile computing, providing rugged handheld data terminals for in-store management, retail stock control, transportation and supply chain logistics. The Mobile Technology Division work closely with a network of system integrators/partners to help you to maximise efficiency and cost savings from your mobile data terminal deployment. Casio will be showcasing their entire range of mobile technology products for the busy retailer at stand E-10 at the forthcoming Retai... more -
Samsung unveils environment-friendly mobile phones
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced two environment-friendly mobile handsets, W510 and F268 at World IT Show in Seoul.
W510 is Samsung's first mobile phone with 'bio-plastic' made from natural material extracted from corns. Samsung has been making an effort to develop more renewable and eco-friendly material compared with common plastic produced from petroleum Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced two environment-friendly mobile handsets, W510 and F268 at World IT Show in Seoul. ... more -
Nokia unveils two new stylish email-optimised devices E71 & E66
Nokia, the world leader in mobility, unveiled two new stylish email-optimised devices - the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 at Nokia Connection 2008 in Singapore. The event also gave journalists, industry analysts and industry partners from across the region a close look at its latest range of Nokia mobiles from Nokia Eseries to Nokia Nseries and Xpress Music phones, enhancements, as well as an array of services currently being offered in the market. This year's theme is Share More, Experience More and the event, which showcased Nokia services like Navigation, Music, Games, Media Sharing, Video, Email and more, highlights Nokia's commitment to expanding its offer to include internet services in addition to devices to bring complete experiences to consumers. Nokia, the world leader in mobility, unveiled two new stylish email-optimised devices - the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66 at Nokia Connectio... more
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Crossing the Line
An Ironic depiction of a suicide.
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Apple: new iPhone encore expected next week
The encore to the original iPhone, which launched nearly a year ago amid unprecedented industry buzz, is widely expected to be the main attraction when Chief Executive Steve Jobs takes the stage at Apple's developers' conference next Monday.
The new iPhone will be accompanied by support for corporate e-mail and a slate of new programs that could help boost sales of the devices, which sport a touch-sensitive screen, wireless Internet access and iPod-style media functions. The encore to the original iPhone, which launched nearly a year ago amid unprecedented industry buzz, is widely expected to be the mai... more -
Dior Phone
Good news, Dior lovers: More pictures, and details, of the upcoming Dior mobile phone have emerged.
As you can see from the picture above, the phone will be available in pink, red, and white when it goes on sale later this year for $5,000. Good news, Dior lovers: More pictures, and details, of the upcoming Dior mobile phone have emerged. ... more
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