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Datalogic Mobile announces the addition of Windows Mobile® 6.0 operating system and E-GPRS communications to the Pegaso™ mobile computer facilitating applications in Retail, Warehouse, and Field Force Automation where constant enterprise connectivity is required.

Datalogic Mobile, a global leader in the Rugged Mobile Computer market, announces the availability of Windows Mobile® 6.0 and GSM/GPRS/EDGE (E-GPRS) communications for the Pegaso™ rugged PDA mobile computer. The addition of E-GPRS, a technology that uses cell phone networks to provide a truly mobile broadband connection, and Windows Mobile® enhance Pegaso™ in applications where users need to access their enterprise network when outside the four walls. Applications in mobile POS, route sales, direct store delivery, and parcel delivery will be among the first to use E-GPRS and Windows Mobile®.

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A review of the Skull Candy Pipe Speaker Dock for iPod and iPhone has been posted over at I4U News. 'The Skullcandy Pipe has an output of 5.2 Watts and the speakers measure 1.97 cm long x 5cm wide x 4.6cm high. The Pipe overall dimensions are about the diameter and size of the cardboard tube inside a paper towel roll minus about 2 inches. The frequency response for the Skullcandy Pipe us 100Hz to 20kHz. Total distortion is 0.7% and input impedance is 4k.

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The Gadgeteer have published a review of the Advanced Wireless Solutions Backup-Pal portable cell phone backup solution. 'The Backup-Pal is a small hockey puck shaped device with three buttons, an LED and a mini USB cable connected to it. That's it. No displays or switches to fiddle with. On the back you'll find a battery compartment that holds 3 AAA batteries required to power the device. The memory inside the Backup-Pal is non-volatile. That means that once you do make a backup of your data, it will not disappear if the batteries in the device die. You'll also see a label display with all of the necessary information needed to back up and restore your phone's contacts.'

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Press Release

Dubai - March 25, 2008 -HTC Corp. (TAIEX: 2498; "HTC"), the world's leading provider of Microsoft Windows Mobile® devices, today launched the HTC Touch Cruise(TM), the third member of the HTC Touch product family and the first to feature built-in GPS for personal navigation. Building on the popularity of the HTC Touch(TM) and the HTC Touch Dual(TM), the Touch Cruise also includes 3.5G-HSDPA wireless connectivity.

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CNET have published a review of the Plantronics Calisto Pro Series DECT 6.0 Cordless Landline/VoIP Phone with Bluetooth headset. 'The Plantronics Calisto Pro Series consists of a cordless handset, a Bluetooth headset, as well as a silver and black charging base that can charge both these devices simultaneously. The base is then connected to a power supply via an AC adapter as well as a phone line via the included telephone jack. If you wish to use the Calisto Pro with VoIP, you can also connect the base to your computer with a USB cable. From there, just go through the instructions on the install CD. The headset is automatically paired with the handset right out of the box.

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Brighthand have published a review of the T-Mobile Sidekick iD which keeps you connected with access to e-mail, instant messaging, and text messaging. ‘The Sidekick's landscape orientation allows concealment of a wide thumb-pad. Its keypad is just right for my thumbs, not requiring too much reach. I recall that the original Sidekick's overall width made typing a little more comfortable, at 4.5 inches from side-to-side, but the iD's 5.1 inches don't make it difficult. Although I won't say it's necessarily better than a Treo keyboard for its width, I'd be willing to bet it looks less intimidating to a novice.’

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The Gadgeteer has published a review of the iGo powerXtender which is a battery operated charger that can be used to provide emergency power for your mobile gadgets when you are on the move. 'The powerXtender is a small cigarette lighter sized housing that ships with 2 AA batteries. Made of translucent Grey plastic, the iGo is a simple device with a Blue power LED on the top, a power tip post on one end, and ...The power tip receptacle can accept one of many available tips that are sold separately though the Mobility Electronics, Inc. website. There aren't any tips included with the iGo due to the fact that every device requires a special tip in order to power / charge it.'

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Laptop Magazine have reviewed the Jabra BT8010 Bluetooth Stereo Headset which can be converted from a mono Bluetooth headset into a stereo one with a second earpiece. 'Like the idea of listening to your tunes wirelessly but hate having both ears covered when making calls? The Jabra BT8010 attempts to make both frequent gabbers and music lovers happy with a Bluetooth headset that transforms into a set of headphones. The design could be sleeker, but you won't find a more versatile cell phone accessory.

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The TechLounge have posted a review of the Linksys CIT300 dual mode Skype phone which connectc via the USB Base Station to your PC and allows you to interact with your Skype contacts with the cordless handset. 'The product we’ll be taking a look at today is the iPhone CIT300 from Linksys. This isn’t just your simple everyday cordless phone though, because not only does it support your typical landline connection, but it’s also compatible with Skype. If you’re not familiar with Skype, it’s simply a Voice Over IP (VoIP) service that allows you to talk to other Skype users on the computer for free.

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The Pharos GPS Phone is a sleek smartphone which features quad-band Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) cellular mode, Global Packet Radio Service (GPRS), EDGE, WiFi, Bluetooth, along with a two mega-pixel camera and FM radio. 'When handling the Pharos GPS phone during the Consumer Electronics Show, I was taken aback by its size. This is mostly because it was extremely thin. It felt like I should have been carrying a much thicker device. In contrast to the Palm Treo 750 that was beside it, the Pharos model felt a lot like a credit card or small memo pad.'

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A preview of the Nokia N800 Internet Tablet has been posted over at Brighthand. 'This model has approximately the same form-factor as the 770 but it's not exactly identical. It felt very comfortable to hold. On its back, there's a bulge across the top, where the stylus slot and web cam are, so I don't see how anyone could drop the device.Speaking of the web cam, this located in a small, retractable arm that looks a bit like a cell phone antenna. It can be twisted around to face forward or backward. It allows N800 users to do video chatting.

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ZDNet have posted their review of the PalmTreo 750 smartphone. 'Like the European version, the Palm Treo 750 carries a smaller footprint than Treos past, largely thanks to the integrated antenna. At 4.4x2.3x0.8inches and 5.4 ounces, it's only marginally smaller than the Treo 700wx (5.1x2.3x0.9 inches; 6.4 ounces), but it is more compact than some other Window Mobile Pocket PC Phone devices, such as the HP iPaq hw6900 series and the UTStarcom XV6700. That said, it will still make for a tight fit in a pants pocket. The smart phone features a soft-touch finish that gives it a rubbery texture and makes it easier to grip. The curved and tapered edges also make it comfortable to hold in the hand and to use as a phone.

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Trusted Reviews reports on the launch of the new iPhone from Apple. 'So with the opening keynotes from this year’s MacWorld 2007 Apple finally got around to unveiling the worst kept secret in the technology world: the ‘iPhone’. So was it worth all the hype? The answer has to be an unqualified YES. Although the product branding will surely meet with legal threats from Cisco. Jobs’ announcement was greeted with a level of acclaim I’ve never before witnessed in my seven years as an IT journo and his proclamation that the device is “Three revolutionary new products” in one rings true (please excuse the pun).'

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If you desire a mobile phone primarily for the talk feature and can live without the multimedia, music and cameras which have become standard in most of the popular handsets , you should check out the review of the O2 Jet over at Trusted Reviews. 'The O2 Jet looks rather dowdy. Its almost entirely black coloring and obviously plastic casing aren’t going to endear it to anyone who wants a bit of bling from their phone.

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The Kyocera wireless portable speaker with built-in headset allows you to transfer your calls from the headset to speaker without interference and uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) processing for echo and noise cancellation. 'The Kyocera Wireless Portable Speaker with Headset is exactly what its name implies--a combination portable speaker that is also a dock for a Bluetooth headset. You can use the Bluetooth headset by itself, of course, but when it's slotted into the portable speaker, you immediately transform your cell phone into a speakerphone. This combination device costs approximately $89.99.'

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The Red Ferret Journal has compared the DualPhone 3088 Cordless Phone for Skype with the USR Cordless Skype Phone from US Robotics. 'The DualPhone 3088 Cordless Phone for Skype is the successor to the original Dualphone which we wrote about in November 2004. It is the first home Skype phone to operate without requiring a computer, which makes it a pretty advanced bit of tech. You simply hook it up to your broadband connection and landline sockets and start making Skype or conventional calls. So what is it like, and how does it compare with the latest of the conventional home Skype phones, the USR Cordless Skype Phone from US Robotics? Read on to find out…'

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Unless you are prepared to shell out $1,275 for a classy clamshell phone, the new Serene handset may not be the one for you. The Serene phone from Bang & Olufsen is the world's first flip phone with a power-assist clamshell to boot. The phone is however a simple device for the user and it comes with music playback, video, games and custom ring tones; all the the features you have come to expect from your cellphone. Additionally, there is an external screen so you know who's calling before you open the phone. The Serene is set for retail in Bang & Olufsen stores in the coming months.

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The Polycom Communicator removes the hassle of having to "struggle" with headphones when seeking to receive or send calls over the Internet. 'The Polycom Communicator, a cobranded USB speakerphone that makes calls over the Internet using Skype, offers an untethered communication experience that on-the-go users will appreciate. Installation is a breeze; simply load the software, reboot, and plug the unit in using the conveniently integrated USB cord (which also powers the device). The program features a helpful diagnostic utility you can choose to run should hiccups occur.'

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The popular BlackBerry email device has been upgraded with the addition of a slew of multimedia features including a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application. ‘The RIM BlackBerry Pearl wasn't exactly a hidden gem. Specs and images of the Pearl (a.k.a. the 8100, a.k.a. the Stealth) leaked onto the Web about a month ago, and Research in Motion certainly made no secret that it planned to release devices with integrated multimedia capabilities, though it never named a specific product or release date.

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Tech Republic previews the “Internet Edition” of the N80 multimedia phone which was announced on Thursday.‘The N80 Internet Edition can be used as both a cell phone and a voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone. Users can download and use software for any VoIP service, according to Nokia. In addition to handling work-related functions such as e-mail and text-messaging, the Wi-Fi-capable multimedia phone allows users to find and map locations, take pictures, share photos, browse a book, and record and send instant voice messages.’

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CNET reviews the slim, feature-rich, Samsung D900 slider phone. 'The Samsung D900 follows in the footsteps of some of Samsung's best-selling phones. The D500 was an outright hit and the D600 is still going strong, so the D900 has a strong pedigree. It is also part of Samsung's new breed of thin mobile phones, the Ultra Edition range. These are phones designed with pockets in mind, so unlike the D500 and D600, the D900 is very slim -- it immediately outdoes its predecessors with its size. It's certainly a feat of engineering, but this design flair is not present in every part of the phone. There are some ergonomic issues that we'd like to see resolved in the next generation.'

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The Nokia N73 Multimedia Phone has been reviewed over at Tech Digest. 'The first thing that you notice on picking up the N73 is the camera cover, which doesn't sit flush to the surface of the phone. However, whilst on first glance you might think it makes it look, well, odd, in fact it hides a key selling point of the handset - the camera. The camera itself is 3.2 megapixels, and launches as soon as you open the shutter - a revelation after being used to navigating various menus to get to a camera phone. You can adjust the resolution of the images, according to what you want to do with them, and how many pictures you want to be able to store on your phone. In a nice touch, they've added the size of print that each resolution will stretch too, which is exactly the kind of detail that your average user might not be sure of.'

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Gizmodo has reviewed the Belkin Skype WiFi phone which "is a phone that looks like your cell but works only with Skype and only over WiFi". 'The Skype phone looks just as good as all its press photos showing it with a black glossy front with a matted/rough back. However, just like with most products, the real thing rarely matches the product shots. The screen and top part of the front are nice and shiny, but the keys themselves are made of plastic and a bit less shiny. The rest of the material comprising the edge of the face and all of the back feels like a vinyl/leather/plastic mix, which gives it a rough texture. It actually feels pretty great, and gives a nice grip when you're making a call. It's nice to see a phone with only a minimum amount of brushed metal along the sides.'

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Slashphone has previewed the new Sony Ericsson K800i which will be available to consumers in Asia from September. ‘The Sony Ericsson K800i is the first handsets to carry the Cyber-shot brand. The integrated 3.2 Megapixel digital camera comes with Autofocus, Xenon flash and BestPic. K800 and K790 combine advanced image capture capabilities with high speed data transfer, making them perfect tools for shooting and sharing high quality pictures and videos. K800 is a dual-mode UMTS/GPRS phone and the K790 is a Tri Band EDGE phone.’

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The BenQ-Siemens' EF81 clamshell tri-band GSM/3G phone has been reviewed by Sandra Vogel over at Trusted Reviews. 'Design-wise the EF81 is a little blocky for my taste, but the flip format means it is small for the pocket at 94mm tall, 51mm wide and 15.9mm deep. It also weighs an acceptable 110g. If you are immediately thinking of it as a possible rival to Motorola’s V3x then a quick specs comparison in this department reveals that this is a smaller and lighter handset: the V3x’s dimensions are 99mm x 53mm x 20mm and 130g.

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The hand-cranked versions of radios and flashlights seems to be the obvious choices we can readily identify as "emergency" alternatives to their conventionally powered equivalents. It is therefore nice to see the Cell Phone-Charging Hand-Crank Radio integrating the capability to charge your cell as well as "throwing in" a led flashlight for good measure. 'This hand-crank radio ensures youll never be caught without three important foul-weather emergency tools: AM/FM/weather band radio, a flashlight, and a cell phone charger. Cranking the handle recharges the internal hand crank NiMH battery for radio use and lightand cell phones can be recharged simultaneously with the included set of five adapters.'

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Mobile Whack highlights the "first official images" of Samsung SGH-T619 and SPH-M500 handsets. 'The SGH-T619 is a quad-band GSM/EDGE phone, while the SPH-M500 supports CDMA/EV-DO. The handsets look like they were separated at birth and sport almost identical features. These features include clamshell design, internal antenna, two color displays, 1.3-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, and slot for microSD cards. No word on pricing or availability but we will keep you posted as and when more info is available.'

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CNET reviews LG's CU500 which is "the first carrier-offered HSDPA (High-Speed Downlink Packet Access) phone in North America". 'It's tempting to call the LG CU500 yet another Razr clone. After all, the Samsung MM-A900 and the Sanyo Katana have both made attempts at the Razr form factor, and the LG CU500 looks dangerously similar. But the clone moniker would be a disservice, as the LG CU500 is so much more than that. It's the first HSDPA phone offered by a North American carrier, which means it is the first handset that can reach connection speeds up to 1.8Mbps. Cingular has capitalized on the high speeds by packing in Cingular Video, its video streaming service, and Cingular Music, a music service portal. Together with a 1.3-megapixel camera, an audio player, a speakerphone, and more, we think the LG CU500 is definitely one of Cingular's flagship phones. The LG CU500 retails for $179.99, but you can get it for $79.99 after discounts and with a two-year service agreement.'

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The LG U400 music phone is a slider phone with an MP3 player, has 3G with video calling, stereo Bluetooth, stereo speakers, a 2-megapixel camera and a nice scroll wheel. 'Because the MP3 controls are on the front of the handset, the U400 successfully stakes its claim as a true phone/MP3 hybrid. It's got an internal memory of 70MB, and a MiniSD slot which can expend it by a further 1GB. In total this will hold about 500 songs, which doesn't make it the biggest out there, but will be adequate for many people out there. It's bundled with a 512MB memory card to get you started.

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CNET previews the latest handy multimedia gadget from Sony geared toward the youth market. 'Remember a day when the most techie communication device a child could have was a walkie-talkie, or am I dating myself here? From preteens to college students, the younger generation is a growing and important segment for the consumer electronics market, as evidenced by the launch of youth-oriented devices and services, such as the Helio Kickflip and Boost Mobile. Well, Sony wants a piece of that pie and today announced a new personal communication gadget aimed solely at 18- to 22-year-olds, called the Sony Mylo.

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