November 30th, 2008 | HTC, Mobile Phones, Touchscreen Display, Wireless Devices
This new Smartphone from HTC offers users the latest features that they will love to take advantage of. After a little more than a month of its release, sales skyrocketed for the device, with more than a million being purchased.
The device is 102 mm long by 51 mm wide and it is only 11.35 mm thick. With the battery attached it weights 110 grams. The HTC Touch Diamond is also aesthetically pleasing with its brushed metals cases and large screen that is 71mm in size and offers an impressive resolution of 480 x 640 pixels.
The HTC Diamond comes loaded with the latest Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional. Users will also be able to enjoy Pocket Office which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and even a handy PDF viewer that will be of great benefit to users.
Battery life is impressive with an estimated talk time up to 5 hours and 30 minutes. Standby battery life is around 285 hours.
One bit of bad news for prospective buyers is that the HTC Touch Diamond does not offer an expansion slot. This means that users will be reliant on its built in memory which luckily is an impressing 4 Gigabytes.
Users will also enjoy the added bonus of a 3.2 megapixel camera that is built into the device. At least the HTC Touch Diamond comes with a substantial amount of memory that will be needed to store all of the pictures taken with it.
November 28th, 2008 | Bluetooth, Wireless Devices, mobile technology
Unless they are protected, Bluetooth piconets are prone to attacks from hackers. Protecting a piconet involves the implementation of a combination of measures, including proper and secure set-up of the piconet, product assessment, patching and security auditing of the airwaves. In this article we will examine each of these three methods, in depth, in order to fully grasp what is entailed.
Proper and secure set-up
This mainly comes in to focus during the set-up pairing stage. During this process the network administrator must assign both devices the same PIN code. Using predictable or weak PIN codes, like the date of your birthday or easily guessed codes, for example 1111, can greatly compromise the security of these devices. Fortunately it does not take much to eliminate this risk. All one has to do is to use a long, random PIN code. In addition, the pairing should not be done in a public location.
Configure both devices to ask for authentication
The main reason for doing this is that authentication exchange is open to key guessing. Where a device attempts to authenticate itself by the trial and error method. It is always good practice to configure the devices in such a way that they have to seek incoming permission from users.
Use Encryption
There are three encryption modes available to choose from. Mode 1: no encryption, mode 2: encrypt unicast, but not broadcast traffic, mode 3: encrypt all traffic. Mode 3 is clearly the most secure way to operate. Data encrypted with too short a key can be easily decrypted. Therefore it is advisable to configure both devices using 128-bit encryption keys.
November 27th, 2008 | Camera Phones, LG, Mobile Phone Reviews, Touchscreen Display
The new KF750 Secret from LG offers users new innovations in an attractive package. This mobile phone from LG not only comes in a small package but it is also offered in multiple colours including black, red, purple, and gold.
Users will be able to take advantage of the phones 61mm touch screen display which offers a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. The screen does offer users light sensing technology so you will not have any trouble dialling the LG KF750 Secret when outdoors. Users will not be entirely reliant upon the devices touch screen as a slide out keypad is available for use with dialling.
One of the great new innovations that come packaged with this device is its tempered glass display. Users will enjoy this feature as it resists scratches which will keep your device looking nice for a long time to come.
This slim mobile phone provides a built in camera that is 5 megapixels. This camera offers auto focus, flash, and even face detection. There is a video call secondary camera as well to further enhance the LG KF750 Secrets appeal. Users can store photos and video taken with the device on its built in 100 MB of memory.
The LG KF750 Secret is 102.8mm long by 50.8mm wide and is 11.8mm thick. The device pushes the scales at 116 grams which is heavy given its compact size. The standard battery that is included with the LG KF750 Secret will offer users up to 4 hours of talk time and 260 hours on standby.
November 25th, 2008 | Camera Phones, Mobile Phones, Nokia Mobile Phone, Wireless Devices
The new Nokia N95 8GB is an attractive mobile phone, which is packed with great features that will keep users entertained and organised. From a very nice built in camera to its substantial internal memory, this mobile phone has just about everything the discerning user could ask for and more.
The Nokia N95 8GB is a slider phone, which helps contribute to its sophisticated appearance. The mobile phone is 99mm long x 53mm wide x 21mm thick. On the downside, it weighs a hefty 128g. Users will notice the additional weight and thickness of the phone compared with similar models, but they will also notice how substantial and durable this mobile phone feels when handled.
One impressive feature that the Nokia N95 8GB offers, is a 5 megapixel camera that includes Carl Zeiss optics, flash and even auto focus. The camera also captures video, but users will also notice that a secondary camera is installed on the front of the phone and it is this that is used for video calling.
There need be no concerns about where to store all of the photos and video that you capture with the built in camera. This mobile phone comes with a massive 8GB of internal memory, which is almost unheard of, but this is a contributing factor to the phones excessive thickness and weight.
The Nokia N95 GB is 3G, which will be a huge bonus for users and it also comes with built in WiFi.
November 23rd, 2008 | Camera Phones, Mobile Phones, Sony Ericsson
The new C902 mobile phone from Sony Ericsson offers users a variety of fun new features that are bound to make this a popular selection. From the impressive camera to the support for 3G networks, this phone has a whole lot to offer.
This Sony Ericsson mobile phone offers users a chance to use touch screen technology. While this feature is not available to control all functions on the phone, users will be able to manipulate the camera controls. The camera that comes built into this phone is a very nice, Cyber-shot branded, 5 megapixel model that supports geotagging, autofocus, image stabilisation and even stereo video capture. The Sony Ericsson C902 also comes with a second camera built in for use when making video calls.
The C902 is 108mm long x 49mm wide x 10.5mm thick and weighs 107g. The standard battery should allow around 9 hours of talk time and 400 hours on standby.
One area that may be of some concern to users is the expansion slot, which is made for Memory Stick Micro and is a proprietary product of Sony Ericsson. The more commonly used microSD is often less expensive and more popular.
The Sony Ericsson C902 comes in a number of different colours, such as Swift Black, Luscious Red, and Cinnamon Bronze, all of which are quite attractive. You are also able to further customise your phone with downloadable wallpaper and ringtones, which are either polyphonic or MP3.
November 20th, 2008 | Blackberry, Handheld Devices, Wireless Devices, mobile technology
A mobile office is a type of business set up that involves equipping workers with technology, skills and tools to perform their usual duties from anywhere, either in the office or out of the office. It could be at home, a customer’s location or in the office. The concept of the mobile office is also referred to as virtual office.
A mobile office can also be offices that are towable and are constructed on axle iron frames to be easily relocated. They are often found in disaster scenes or construction sites where an urgent and temporary office is required.
Increasingly in the modern world, the mobile office is automatically taken to be the virtual office. The office is used as a workspace to the sales people or staff travelling often and working away from the company office. The staff members with the mobile office are provided with the use of a portable computer, mostly a laptop that connects to the services of the company, office resources and intranet using a mobile phone, fixed connection or WiFi connection in a cybercafé, hotel and/or airport. Most people use personal information managers or PIM’s.
Since the equipment that form the mobile office are carried around, the office workers who are mobile and individuals using the equipment have continually sought for the creation and modification of ever smaller mechanical and electronic devises, also known as miniaturisation. The mobile office has led to the creation of a mobile home and secure virtual offices which are bringing down the cost of personal computers and laptops.
November 18th, 2008 | Camera Phones, Mobile Phone Reviews, Samsung, Touchscreen Display
The new F480 Tocco mobile phone from Samsung is rapidly becoming a bestseller. The F480 offers a compact mobile phone that comes packed with options that will surly impress most users.
One of the most unique features about this phone is that it is completely operated by a touch screen. No more keypads to deal with on this mobile phone. Users will operate the device using its 71mm screen that provides decent resolution. The large touch screen on this phone helps to give it a rather sophisticated design that will likely catch eyes.
The lucky users of the Samsung F480 Tocco will also enjoy its compact size. The F480 is only 98.4mm long by 55mm wide and a slim 11.6mm thick. With the battery attached, the device weighs 106 grams. From the battery users can expect to see about 3 hours of talk time and up to 250 hours in standby. As the design of the phone is so slim, users may notice the shortened battery life that is the trade off.
One great feature of the Samsung F480 is that it has a built in 5 megapixel camera that is also capable of capturing video. The camera offers the user auto focus and flash. Users will also be able to play MP3 and AAC files on the device and enjoy listening to FM radio.
One drawback to this phone is that it does not have a light sensing screen which means it may be difficult to read if you are outdoors on a sunny day. While the screen certainly adds to the phones good looks it also attracts a lot of fingerprints as well.
November 17th, 2008 | Handheld Devices, Wireless Devices, mobile technology
3G is the third phase development in the wireless mobile technology based on new network protocols like IMT – 2000, UMTS and W-CDMA. However 3G is not exclusive to mobile technology and can also be used in fixed lines and portable wireless devices like PDAs and laptops.
Based on the standard protocols it is built on, 3G allows high speed connections via devices. As a result 3G capable devices are able to carry features and capabilities like enhanced multimedia functions such as data, video and audio streaming and playback. Users of the 3G mobile technology are able to hold video calls or conferences and share large files. Also 3G mobile technology consumers can download and watch videos from YouTube and other related sites, even television using their handheld 3G capable device. What’s more is that 3G mobile technology is applicable in all popular modes including e-mail, paging, video conferencing and web browsing.
Web browsing using 3G mobile technology can reach speeds of up to 2Mbps. This is much faster than the previous GPRS technology which can only do up to 144kbps. This is because 3G mobile technology acts like an Internet Protocol (IP) on phones and can play the dual role of a Wide Area Network Connection as well as a Local Area Network Connection (LAN).
The introduction of 3G mobile technology into the market has provided the platform for the revolution of the financial market. This is because users can access all the financial data and information they need and carry out transactions using their 3G mobile device.
November 14th, 2008 | Mobile Phones, Wireless Devices, mobile technology
Wireless refers to the transfer of voice, data or image information, packaged in different media, using electromagnetic waves instead of a physical wire connection. The distance between communicating equipment varies from a few metres, for example, the television set and its remote control, to radio communication distances of up to millions of miles across continents. Wireless communication is usually classified under the umbrella branch of telecommunication.
The equipment involved in wireless communication includes portable personal digital assistant (PDA’s), wireless networking, two-way radios and mobile phones. Other equipment that utilises wireless technology are computer peripherals like mice, headsets and keyboards, satellite television, cordless telephones, door openers, like garage doors, and GPS or Global Positioning System units.
The wireless technology uses three major mediums to communicate between different equipment. Microwave communication is the joining of two pieces equipment using antennas. For long range communication, there has to be a line of sight. Radio communication is the transfer of signals by means of electromagnetic waves in a modular form. An infra-red ray is commonly used for communications of short-range distances, for example, a remote control to electronic equipment.
Common uses of wireless networking are varied. In today’s world, the most widespread use is connection of laptops for users who have to travel to different locations. Another major use of wireless connection is the mobile networks which use satellite connectivity. This technology is used to cover distances far beyond physical cabling capabilities, connect temporary or portable work stations, avail backup facilities in case the normal network communications fail and to evade obstacles like physical structures.
November 12th, 2008 | LG, Mobile Phone Reviews, Mobile Phones, Touchscreen Display
The KE850 PRADA from LG is designed with sophistication in mind. This slim phone features a beautiful design that is sure to attract the attention of gadget lovers that catch a glimpse of it.
Users will love using the classy looking 76.2mm touch screen display to control the many features of this device. While the display is larger than most other mobile phones it offers only average resolution of 240 x 400 pixels. Be prepared to continuously wipe fingerprints and smudges from the display.
Also appealing about the LG KE850 PRADA mobile phone is its compact size. The device is only 98.0mm long by 54mm wide and is 12mm thick. The KE850 PRADA weighs an impressive 85 grams. The battery that is included with the LG KE850 PRADA offers talk time up to 3 hours and standby of 300 minutes.
One negative aspect to the phone is that it lacks 3G support which means users will notice slower internet. The lack of this feature is surprising given the overall expense of the phone.
Users will be able to take advantage of a 2 megapixel built in camera that includes flash and is capable of capturing video. The LG KE850 PRADA offers users an expansion slot that can support up to 2 gigabytes of memory so users will have no problem finding storage place for all of their photos, videos, and digital music files. A 256 megabyte microSD storage card comes packed with the device to get users started.