Motorola ELECTRIFY 2 and Defy XT with U.S. Cellular

Motorola Press Releases:

Motorola ELECTRIFY™ 2 and DEFY™ XT Launch on U.S. Cellular
Incredibly thin, made Kevlar strong ELECTRIFY 2 available online today; tough and durable DEFY XT available August 3

CHICAGO - Aug. 1, 2012 – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) and Motorola Mobility today announced two new Android-powered smartphones to the carrier’s lineup. Motorola ELECTRIFY 2, the next generation of the popular ELECTRIFY that runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, will be available online on August 1 and in stores on August 2. Additionally, Motorola DEFY XT will be available online and in stores on August 3. Visit uscellular.com for detailed pricing and visit motorola.com for additional product details.

The Motorola ELECTRIFY 2 and DEFY XT through U.S. Cellular come with the carrier’s unique user benefits, including faster phone upgrades without re-signing contracts and the only points-based rewards program in the industry. Both smartphones will run on U.S. Cellular’s high-speed nationwide network, which has the highest call quality and network satisfaction of any national carrier.

“Customers who purchase Motorola ELECTRIFY 2 or DEFY XT will not only enjoy a new cutting-edge Android-powered smartphone, but will also get the best customer experience,” said Edward Perez, vice president of sales and marketing operations for U.S. Cellular. “A mobile phone should make life simpler and easier to get things done and U.S. Cellular believes the customer relationship with their wireless carrier should be the same.”

With a slim 8.4 millimeter design, Motorola ELECTRIFY 2 is ultra sleek, made Kevlar® strong and features an invisible splash-guard coating to protect from spills. The 1.2GHz dual-core processor and 4.3-inch ColorBoost display make ELECTRIFY 2 a multimedia powerhouse, perfect for gaming, movie watching, and web surfing. Great for capturing photos and videos, the ELECTRIFY 2 features a rear-facing 8 megapixel camera with LED flash and a 1080p HD camcorder. It’s also the first U.S. Cellular device to include SMARTACTIONS™, the free Motorola app that can help extend battery life as well as intelligently automate routine, everyday tasks and suggest ways to personalize your phone to make your life easier.

Motorola DEFY XT is perfect for customers looking for the features and functionality of an Android-powered smartphone with a durable design. Water-resistant, dustproof and with a scratch-resistant 3.7-inch touchscreen, DEFY XT is ready to take on everyday scrapes and spills. Not only strong and sturdy, it’s also a great device for keeping connected with friends and family with a 5 megapixel camera and a front facing webcam for video chats. Stay entertained with access to more than 600,000 apps and games on Google Play, as well as millions of books and songs and thousands of movies and TV shows. Also, the customizable activity dashboards offer additional functionality with access to an integrated compass, pedometer, music player, and weather.

“Motorola is excited to bring the next evolution of ELECTRIFY to U.S. Cellular customers and Motorola ELECTRIFY 2 is ideal for those who crave premium features,” said Jeff Miller, corporate vice president, North America Go-to-Market, Motorola Mobility. “Motorola DEFY XT packs innovative specs into a resilient design that can withstand whatever life throws your way. These two products provide unique experiences and give consumers choice.” For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s devices and plans, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

Purchase of a data plan is required, and a new two-year agreement and activation fee may apply for new customers. Additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply.

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Nextel and Motorola Mobility Launch the Motorola i867 Ferrari

Nextel and Motorola Mobility Launch the Motorola i867 Ferrari
This new PTT smartphone stands out with its superb design inspired by the Ferrari 458

SÃO PAULO – July 26, 2012 – The Motorola i867 is the newest Android™-powered Push To Talk smartphone available from Nextel in Brazil. With Motorola Mobility’s iDEN technology, the handset offers instantaneous high performance communication, PTT radio, cellular service, mobile Web access and messaging in a single device.

Inspired by the Ferrari 458, the device has a striking, differentiated design: a red back cover in high relief with air intakes, evoking the hood of the exclusive automobile. In addition to personalizing the handset with wallpapers and ringtones, the user will receive an exclusive Ferrari kit with key ring, leather case, sticker and vehicle charger. “The Motorola i867 is ideal for those who love cars and the quality, design, concept and exclusiveness associated with Ferrari,” said Fernando Modé, Nextel marketing manager.

The handset comes with integrated GPS, corporate connectivity and Wi-Fi®. “In addition to its differentiated, innovative design, the new smartphone enhances the way users manage their lives, with the practicality of PTT and Android-based technologies,” says Wagner Mendonça, iDEN sales director, Motorola Mobility Brazil.

The device has lot of functionalities, including a 3.1-inch touchscreen, MP3 player, stereo Bluetooth® technology, a 3.5-millimeter stereo headset jack and a 3-megapixel camera. It also features SWYPE technology for easy text entry and two microphones with noise cancellation technology, allowing for clearer conversations. It comes with a 2-gigabyte microSD memory card, expandable up to 32 GB with a card sold separately.

More than 450,000 applications are available for download on Google Play™, and five display screens provide quick access to frequently used items. Users also have access to relationship networks and Google Mobile™ Services, including Google Maps™ with Navigation, Google Talk™ and Google Search directly on the smartphone. The Motorola i867w is commercialized with the Nextel Email application, enabling the user to configure up to 10 personal and corporate email accounts.

Price and availability:
The Motorola i867 Ferrari will be available through Nextel sales channels for R$ 1,499 or for the promotional price of R$ 799 with a data plan. For further information, please access.

(Motorola Press Releases)

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Microsoft Announces Surface: New Family of PCs for Windows

Microsoft-made hardware to be available starting with release of Windows 8 and Windows RT.

LOS ANGELES — June 18, 2012 — Today at an event in Hollywood, Microsoft unveiled Surface: PCs built to be the ultimate stage for Windows. Company executives showed two Windows tablets and accessories that feature significant advances in industrial design and attention to detail. Surface is designed to seamlessly transition between consumption and creation, without compromise. It delivers the power of amazing software with Windows and the feel of premium hardware in one exciting experience.

Advances in Industrial Design
Conceived, designed and engineered entirely by Microsoft employees, and building on the company’s 30-year history manufacturing hardware, Surface represents a unique vision for the seamless expression of entertainment and creativity. Extensive investment in industrial design and real user experience includes the following highlights:

• Software takes center stage: Surface sports a full-sized USB port and a 16:9 aspect ratio – the industry standard for HD. It has edges angled at 22 degrees, a natural position for the PC at rest or in active use, letting the hardware fade into the background and the software stand out.

• VaporMg: The casing of Surface is created using a unique approach called VaporMg (pronounced Vapor-Mag), a combination of material selection and process to mold metal and deposit particles that creates a finish akin to a luxury watch. Starting with magnesium, parts can be molded as thin as .65 mm, thinner than the typical credit card, to create a product that is thin, light and rigid/strong.

• Integrated Kickstand: The unique VaporMg approach also enables a built-in kickstand that lets you transition Surface from active use to passive consumption – watching a movie or even using the HD front- or rear-facing video cameras. The kickstand is there when needed, and disappears when not in use, with no extra weight or thickness.

• Touch Cover: The 3 mm Touch Cover represents a step forward in human-computer interface. Using a unique pressure-sensitive technology, Touch Cover senses keystrokes as gestures, enabling you to touch type significantly faster than with an on-screen keyboard. It will be available in a selection of vibrant colors. Touch Cover clicks into Surface via a built-in magnetic connector, forming a natural spine like you find on a book, and works as a protective cover. You can also click in a 5 mm-thin Type Cover that adds moving keys for a more traditional typing feel.

An Amazing Windows Experience
Two models of Surface will be available: one running an ARM processor featuring Windows RT, and one with a third-generation Intel Core processor featuring Windows 8 Pro. From the fast and fluid interface, to the ease of connecting you to the people, information and apps that users care about most, Surface will be a premium way to experience all that Windows has to offer. Surface for Windows RT will release with the general availability of Windows 8, and the Windows 8 Pro model will be available about 90 days later. Both will be sold in the Microsoft Store locations in the U.S. and available through select online Microsoft Stores.

Contributing to an Expanded Ecosystem
One of the strengths of Windows is its extensive ecosystem of software and hardware partners, delivering selection and choice that makes a customer’s Windows experience uniquely their own. This continues with Surface. Microsoft is delivering a unique contribution to an already strong and growing ecosystem of functional and stylish devices delivered by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to bring the experience of Windows to consumers and businesses around the globe.

Additional Product Information
Surface for Windows RT

• OS: Windows RT
• Light(1): 676 g
• Thin(2): 9.3 mm
• Clear: 10.6” ClearType HD Display
• Energized: 31.5 W-h
• Connected: microSD, USB 2.0, Micro HD Video, 2x2 MIMO antennae
• Productive: Office ‘15’ Apps, Touch Cover, Type Cover
• Practical: VaporMg Case & Stand
• Configurable: 32 GB, 64 GB

Surface for Windows 8 Pro

• OS: Windows 8 Pro
• Light(1): 903 g
• Thin(2): 13.5 mm
• Clear: 10.6” ClearType Full HD Display
• Energized: 42 W-h
• Connected: microSDXC, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort Video, 2x2 MIMO antennae
• Productive: Touch Cover, Type Cover, Pen with Palm Block
• Practical: VaporMg Case & Stand
• Configurable: 64 GB, 128 GB

(1), (2). Actual size and weight of the device may vary due to configuration and manufacturing process.
Suggested retail pricing will be announced closer to availability and is expected to be competitive with a comparable ARM tablet or Intel Ultrabook-class PC. OEMs will have cost and feature parity on Windows 8 and Windows RT.

(Source: Microsoft Press Release)

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Sony Mobile unveils Xperia miro and Xperia tipo

Sony Mobile unveils Xperia miro and Xperia tipo – stylish, fun and easy to use smartphones 

Xperia miro provides deep Facebook integration and Sony’s xLOUD audio technology in a slim and stylish design
Xperia tipo comes in both single and dual SIM version for consumers looking for value and functionality
Both smartphones launch on latest Android™ platform - Ice Cream Sandwich

13 June, London, United Kingdom – Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new Xperia™ smartphones, Xperia miro and Xperia tipo. Xperia miro is a slim and stylish smartphone available in a fun range of colours with deep integration of Facebook™ throughout contacts, photo gallery and the music player, plus Sony’s xLOUD™ audio technology for crisp and loud sound. Xperia tipo is designed to be easy to use enabling consumers to get the most from their smartphones – whether browsing the web, sharing pictures or downloading apps. Xperia tipo will also be available in a dual SIM version – Xperia tipodual – so that consumers can switch between tariffs with just one touch to stay on the most cost effective plan. Both smartphones will launch globally in calendar Q3 2012.

“Xperia miro and Xperia tipo are for consumers looking for entertainment experiences and functionality traditionally associated with high-end Android smartphones”, said Calum MacDougall, Director Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications.” “Xperia miro is for those who want an integrated social media and a great music experience while Xperia tipo is for consumers who want to realise the benefits of a smartphone for the first time as they migrate from a feature phone.”

Xperia miro – the fun social smartphone from Sony
Xperia miro is a slim, stylish smartphone with Facebook social experiences integrated throughout. Users are alerted to new incoming messages and social updates with colourful illuminations, and can easily video chat with friends using the front facing camera. To provide great music entertainment it integrates Sony’s xLOUD audio technology, giving crisp and loud sound. Xperia miro comes pre-installed with Music Unlimited* from Sony Entertainment Network, providing instant access to millions** of music tracks on the move.

Key features for Xperia miro
3.5” display for great browsing and entertainment experiences
Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
5MP camera and brilliant quality video recording at 30fps
Sony’s xLOUD audio technology gives crisp and loud sound
Deep Facebook integration with contacts, gallery and the music player for sharing and discovery
Customisable illuminations for incoming messages and social updates
Front-facing camera for video chat between smartphones, tablets and PCs
Contactless DLNA connectivity to easily view content like photos and videos on a TV, tablet and PC
Powerful battery with >24hrs usage time
Available in black, black/pink, white and white/gold colours
Xperia tipo – the affordable and easy to use smartphone
Xperia tipo offers a simple and easy to use smartphone experience targeting consumers who may be purchasing their first smartphone. With a dedicated set-up guide, a built-in application enabling users to monitor their data usage, excellent battery life and the latest Android platform – Ice Cream Sandwich – consumers can make the most of their smartphone experience.

Key features for Xperia tipo
3.2” scratch-resistant mineral glass display
Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
3.2MP camera
Dedicated set-up guide
Data management solution to identify data usage
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi™ for easy content sharing and web access
Powerful battery, 1500 maH, with >24hrs usage time
Available in red, white, blue and black
*Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availability by region, please see www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details. **The number of available songs varies by region.

All services mentioned may not be available in every market.
	Xperia miro	Xperia tipo
Colours	Black Black pink White White gold	Classic black Classic white Deep red Navy blue
Facts	Size: 113 x 59.4 x 9.9 mm Weight: 110 grams Operating system: Google Android™ 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Processor: 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM7225A	Size: 103 x 57 x 13 mm Weight: 99.4 grams Operating system: Google Android™ 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Processor: 800 MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ MSM7225AA
Camera	5 megapixel camera 4x digital zoom Auto focus Flash/Photo flash Flash/Photo light Front-facing camera (VGA) Geotagging Self-timer Send to web Touch capture Video light Video recording	3.2 megapixel camera 4x digital zoom Geotagging Self-timer Send to web Touch capture Video recording
Music	Album art Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Manual equalizer Walkman™ player PlayNow™ service TrackID™ music recognition xLoud™ Experience	Album art Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) PlayNow™ service Music Player TrackID™ music recognition application xLoud™ Experience
Internet	Bookmarks Google Play™ Google™ search Google Voice™ Search Google Maps™ for Mobile with Street view and Latitude™ NeoReader™ barcode scanner Web browser (WebKit™)	Bookmarks Google Play™ Google™ search Google Voice™ Search Google Maps™ for mobile with Street View and Latitude™ NeoReader™ barcode scanner Pan & zoom Web browser (WebKit™)
Communication	Call list Conference calls Facebook™ application Xperia™ with Facebook™ Friends application Google Talk™ application Google Talk™ video chat Multiple IM Speakerphone Twitter™ (Timescape™ integration) Video chat ready Xperia™ Timescape™	Call list Conference calls Facebook™ application Google Talk™ Speakerphone
Messaging	Conversations Email Gmail™ Handwriting recognition Instant messaging Multimedia messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Text messaging (SMS)	Conversations Email Gmail™ Handwriting recognition Instant messaging Picture messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Text messaging (SMS)
Design	Auto rotation Gesture input On-screen 12-key keyboard On-screen QWERTY keyboard Picture wallpaper Touch screen Wallpaper animation	Auto rotate Keyboard (on-screen, 12 key) Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY) Picture wallpaper Touch screen Wallpaper animation
Entertainment	3D games Media browser Motion gaming Radio (FM radio with RDS) Sony Entertainment Network Video streaming YouTube™	3D games Media browser Motion gaming Radio (FM radio with RDS) Sony Entertainment Network Video streaming YouTube™
Organiser	Airplane mode Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Contacts Document readers eCompass™ E-Manual Infinite button Notes Tasks Setup Wizard	Alarm clock Airplane mode Calculator Calendar Contacts E-Manual Infinite button Setup Wizard
Connectivity	3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA) aGPS Bluetooth™ wireless technology DLNA Certified® Media Transfer Protocol care Micro USB care Native USB tethering Media Go™ PC Companion Synchronisation via Facebook™ Synchronisation via SyncML™ Synchronisation via Google™ Synchronisation with computer Synchronisation via Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® USB High speed 2.0 care USB mass storage Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi® Hotspot functionality	3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA) aGPS Bluetooth™ wireless technology Media Transfer Protocol care Micro USB care Native USB tethering Synchronisation via Facebook™ Synchronisation via Google™ Sync Synchronisation via Exchange ActiveSync® USB High speed 2.0 care USB mass storage Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi® Hotspot functionality
Display	3.5” 320 x 480 pixels 16,777,216 colour TFT Scratch-resistant glass	3.2” 320 x 480 pixels 262,000 colour TFT Scratch-resistant mineral glass
Memory	Internal phone storage: 4 GB (up to 2.2 GB user-accessible memory)* Expansion slot: microSD™, up to 32 GB	Internal phone storage: 2.9 GB (up to 2.5 GB user-accessible memory)* Expansion slot: microSD™, up to 32 GB
Networks	UMTS HSPA 900 (Band VIII), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 UMTS HSPA 850 (Band V), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900	UMTS HSPA 900 (Band VIII), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 UMTS HSPA 850 (Band V), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900
Battery life	1500 mAh typical, 1460 mAh minium Talk time GSM: Up to 5 hrs** Standby time GSM: Up to 470 hrs** Talk time UMTS: Up to 6 hrs** Standby time UMTS: Up to 545 hrs** Music listening time: Up to 36 hrs 30 min Video playback time: Up to 8 hrs	Battery: 1500 mAh Typical, 1460 mAh Minium Talk time GSM: Up to 5 hrs** Standby time GSM: Up to 470 hrs** Talk time UMTS: Up to 4.5 hrs** Standby time UMTS: Up to 545 hrs** Music listening time: Up to 30 hrs Video playback time: Up to 3 hrs
In the kit	Xperia™ miro, battery, charger, micro USB cable for charging, synchronisation and file transfer, and user documentation.	Xperia™ tipo, battery, charger, micro USB cable for charging, synchronisation and file transfer, and user documentation.

* Internal phone storage comprising 1GB System memory used for firmware, 766MB Phone memory for downloaded applications, and 2.2 GB Internal storage used for music, pictures, movies, and some application data

**Values are according to GSM Association Battery Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance may vary depending on network conditions and configurations, and phone usage.

(Source: Sony press)

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Nokia unveils 3 new models: Asha 305, Asha 306, Asha311

Published June 6, 2012 | By Nokia - Press Release

Nokia accelerates the journey to mobile internet with the introduction of Asha Touch device range
Fun, colorful range of touch screen phones will bring fast mobile web browsing, social networks and gaming to millions

Bangkok, Thailand - Nokia has today taken another step towards connecting the next billion consumers by unveiling the Asha Touch family of mobile devices, taking the full touch experience to new price points. The three new phone models - the Nokia Asha 305, Nokia Asha 306 and Nokia Asha 311 - further expand the successful Asha family, first introduced in October 2011. Today, there are 10 Asha devices available in more than 130 markets, providing young, social consumers with a choice of phones to match their own lifestyle.

These latest phones have been designed to provide an incredibly rich, smartphone-like experience to consumers who want to be set free from excessive data consumption costs and short battery life. The Nokia Asha 305, Asha 306 and Asha 311 offer a new, fully re-designed touch user interface, combining the proven ease-of-use from Nokia's heritage with digital design innovations specifically fit for the purpose.

The beautifully crafted Nokia Asha 311 is a fast and fluid 3.5G capacitive touchscreen device, powered by a 1GHz processor to provide a great internet experience. The bright and edgy Nokia Asha 305 is a fun and affordable phone, featuring the exclusive Easy Swap dual SIM. Its sister, the Nokia Asha 306, is a single SIM model, and becomes Nokia's most affordable Wi-Fi handset to date.

"By introducing the Asha Touch phones to the market, we're accelerating our commitment to connect the next billion consumers," said Mary T. McDowell, Nokia's executive vice president for Mobile Phones. "These phones deliver on what young, urban people value most -- a great-looking device; and an intuitive and affordable experience for connecting to the internet, to their friends, and to a world of entertainment, web apps and content."

Great for fast, affordable mobile internet and gaming entertainment
The new devices take full advantage of the Nokia Browser 2.0, a major recent update which uses Nokia's cloud technology to reduce data consumption by up to 90%, meaning that consumers can enjoy faster and cheaper internet access. Web sites load up to three times faster in comparison to devices without cloud-accelerated browsing, making it simple for users to find and select from more than 10,000 web apps available for download. They deliver a richer and more interactive consumer experience whilst using less data than a stand-alone internet connected app.

Consumers can easily stay connected with friends and family at the touch of a button as well as share files and links across their social networks. Furthermore, the Nokia Browser's Download Manager feature helps consumers to manage external content easily, saving music, video or pictures on a memory card, while surfing the internet.

The Asha family is also getting positive care from developers and consumers. Nokia Store has just broken the 5 billion downloads landmark. From January to April, 42% of all content downloaded from Nokia Store was delivered to Asha and other Nokia devices based on the Java ecosystem. Just one year ago, that number was 10%. Also, there are 410 Nokia developers with apps which have achieved more than 1 million downloads. India Games and Pico Brothers just passed 100 million.

As well as providing a great, social online experience, the Nokia Asha 305, Asha 306 and Asha 311 have been created with entertainment in mind. All users will receive an exclusive gift of 40 EA games to download for free* and keep forever. These games range across action, arcade and sports, and include titles such as Tetris®, Bejeweled®, Need for Speed(TM) The Run and EA SPORTS(TM) FIFA 12. The Nokia Asha 311 also comes with 15 levels of Angry Birds pre-loaded onto the phone, perfect for making the most of the touchscreen and 1GHz processor.

"Nokia is taking another interesting step forward in connecting consumers to the Internet, seeking to improve their experience through a new touch user-interface that is allowing the company to compete in new mass-market price bands. The mass-market is a competitive segment, but we believe Nokia's upgraded Asha portfolio has included an attractive package that can enable consumers to have lower running costs, taking advantage of things like its compressed browser and a long-life battery", says Neil Mawston, Executive Director of devices research at Strategy Analytics. "It is also interesting to see how Nokia is promoting its Asha strategy with global launches taking place in important high-growth markets such as Asia. Nokia resonates well there and the response from local consumers is likely to be positive".

Product details

The Nokia Asha 311 is a colourful, compact touch screen device that comes with all the features you'd expect for a fun and easy mobile experience. It boasts a bright and colourful, scratch resistant capacitive glass screen with polarization filters ensuring users get the best experience from the unique and visually entertaining user interface. The Nokia Asha 311 also features a 3.2MP camera and pre-installed Nokia Maps, in addition to the 15 level pre-bundled version of Angry Birds.

Nokia Asha 311

The pre-loaded social client makes accessing Facebook, Twitter and lot of other global social networks simple while Nokia Browser makes using mobile internet fast and affordable. It also includes the most popular messaging services. "WhatsApp has a clear vision of creating a reliable and easy to use cross-platform messaging application that enables people to stay in touch with their family and friends from all around the world," said, Brian Acton, Co-Founder of WhatsApp Inc. "By partnering with Nokia whose worldwide reach in mobile is well established, WhatsApp becoming available for the Asha Touch devices will enable us to further realize our core mission".

The Nokia Asha 305 is a fun and entertaining Easy Swap dual SIM phone, helping users make the most of their phone while retaining control of their costs. The phone features a bright and colorful 3" WQVGA resistive touch screen along with Bluetooth and Dual Band connectivity. Forty EA games are available for download with every phone as well as a 2MP camera, Nokia Maps and the revolutionary Nokia Browser which helps significantly lower data costs.

Nokia Asha 305

The Nokia Asha 306 is the sister device to the Nokia Asha 305. Along with all the great features that come with its sister, such as bright and colorful, 3" WQVGA resistive touch screen and 40 EA games for download - a Nokia exclusive offer, the Nokia Asha 306 also provides WLAN, enabling users to stay connected while on the move. It also supports video streaming through both GPRS and WLAN, meaning this handset truly is a fun way to stay in touch.

Nokia Asha 306

The estimated retail price for Nokia Asha 305 is EUR 63 and it's expected to start shipping in the second quarter of 2012. The estimated retail price for Nokia Asha 306 is EUR 68. The Nokia Asha 311 has an estimated retail price of EUR 92. Both devices are expected to start shipping in the third quarter of 2012. Above mentioned prices exclude taxes and subsidies. The new devices images are available at Nokia.com/press.

*Data costs may apply.

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Motorola Mobility and China Mobile Reveal the Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680

Motorola Press Release

Motorola Mobility and China Mobile Reveal the Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680, the Smartphones of Your Dreams 

Ultra-thin, ultra-cool and affordable, your next smartphone has arrived

BEIJING – June 3, 2012 – You’re going places, and you’re going fast. You need a smartphone that will be by your side whenever you need it, and look and feel good in any situation. Good news: now you have two to choose from! Motorola Mobility and China Mobile are proud to introduce the latest members of the RAZR™ family, Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE™ MT680. Motorola RAZR V MT887 is beautiful Android™ 4.0-powered smartphone that wraps a vibrant 4.3-inch screen in a surprisingly svelte water-splash guard body and a range of gorgeous colors, all at a price that’s almost too good to believe. MOTOLUXE MT680 is a stylish, compact smartphone with an eye-catching asymmetric look that stands out from the crowd. With iconic styling and mind-blowing thinness, both of these fashionable smartphones were made with you and your budget in mind.

People across the country will have the opportunity to experience this double dose of high style and high technology as the Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680 tour China. The trip will kick off on June 3rd in Beijing with fashion maven Perry Liu on-site to share his perspectives on style, design and functionality. Liu and Motorola Mobility’s collaboration won’t end when the curtains fall, however. Be on the lookout for a Perry Liu-designed back cover for MOTOLUXE MT680 in the months ahead. It doesn’t get more fashionable than that.

“With Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680, we’ve created the perfect pair of smartphones for stylish, smart and tech-savvy consumers who want great looks, great performance and great value,” said Frank Meng, Senior Vice President and President of Greater China, Motorola Mobility. “We are committed to creating devices that are beautiful and powerful, but also affordable. The new Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680 embody that commitment perfectly.”

“China Mobile and Motorola are very strong partners with similar views for the future of mobile life,” said Jingxin Ma, Deputy General Manager, China Mobile Group Terminal Company. “These two slim beauties are great additions to Motorola’s TD-SCDMA device portfolio. They demonstrate Motorola’s commitment to the development of the industry's best TD-SCDMA devices. We look forward to a long and prosperous future with Motorola.”

An amazing 8.35mm thin with a glorious 4.3-inch screen, the Motorola RAZR V MT887 makes iconic RAZR family styling and quality available to everyone. KEVLAR fiber, a narrow border design and a comfortable, soft-touch rim mean that this big-screen beauty is surprisingly compact and light, and feels great even in smaller hands. With black, white and shocking pink options, you can choose the color that reflects your own personality and style. And while Motorola RAZR V MT887 comes with a surprisingly affordable price, it gives away nothing in performance, thanks to a dual-core 1.2GHz processor and Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).

What goes better with style than a little smarts? Connected Gallery allows users to share videos and picture between users and social networking sites like Renren and Kaixin. Connected Music Player gives you live lyrics, song recommendations, the latest news about your favorite artists and songs, and the ability to share with friends on social networks. With Quick Notes, you can easily scratch down an important number, even during your phone call. With Smart Actions, the Motorola RAZR V MT887 can adjust to your preferences, learning when and where you like it quiet or loud, and even when it can switch off certain applications and functions to get the most out of your battery life. Because you’re switched on all day, and your Motorola RAZR V MT887 should be, too.

Cool. Hip. Totally awesome. No matter what words you use to describe it, the MOTOLUXE MT680 is a fashion forward phone that can handle whatever comes your way. It flaunts a stylish, 10.35mm thin, asymmetric design that stands out from the crowd. But it’s not all looks; this slim smartphone is jam-packed with Android 2.3 and a 1GHz processor. A 5-megapixel camera catches you and your friends’ most memorable moments. MOTOLUXE MT680’s crystal-clear 4-inch touchscreen displays showcase all of your content, from photos and videos to e-mail and social media. Hit your next event with style, confidence and a phone that can handle your social calendar.

Two phones this cool? Good luck choosing between them.

Pricing and Availability:
Motorola RAZR V MT887 and MOTOLUXE MT680 are coming to you on June 3rd. Motorola RAZR V MT887 is priced at RMB3,299 and MOTOLUXE MT680 is priced at RMB1,999, and with China Mobile Beijing’s monthly contract for RMB158, you can enjoy the phone for free. For more information visit motorola.com/mobility

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Introducing Xperia go and Xperia acro S – two new stylish, durable and water resistant smartphones from Sony

• Stylish, sleek and durable smartphones made to resist life’s challenges without compromising on design or functionality
• Easy connectivity and premium entertainment from Sony Entertainment Network anywhere, anytime
• Reality Display for razor sharp clarity and fast capture camera to go from sleep to snap in just over a second

30 May, London, United Kingdom – Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new Xperia™ smartphones for consumers looking for premium specifications and beautiful design with extra durability and water resistance. Xperia go and Xperia acro S have scratch resistant mineral glass displays and meet industry standard IP ratings* (International Protection) for protection against dust and water immersion.

Sony Xperia acro S – LT26w

Xperia go and Xperia acro S enable easy connectivity to share and enjoy content on TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet. They also come preloaded with Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited from Sony Entertainment Network giving access to Hollywood blockbusters, TV series and millions and millions of music tracks. Xperia go and Xperia acro S will be available globally from the third quarter of 2012.

Consumer demand for durable and water resistant smartphones
Industry research demonstrates that consumers consider durability and water resistance as important features when purchasing a smartphone. For example, a study conducted in Japan by Mobile Marketing Data Labo** highlighted water resistance in the top three most important features for smartphone buyers. In a recent poll*** on Sony Mobile’s Facebook community more than a third of participants stated durability as the most important feature when choosing a smartphone. Also, Xperia acro HD, which has the same durability and water resistance features as Xperia acro S, has been the best selling smartphone in Japan since its launch in March****, further demonstrating the appeal of durability and water resistance.

Sony Xperia Go - ST27i – ST27a

Xperia go – the stylish Sony smartphone made for extra durability 
 With Xperia go consumers can watch the latest movies and TV shows in razor sharp quality and with super fast performance. Its sleek and stylish design means durable and water resistant smartphones no longer have to look bulky and ruggedized.

Key features for Xperia go
3.5” Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity
5MP fast capture camera goes from sleep to snap in just over a second
Scratch resistant mineral glass display with wet finger tracking
Highest level of dust and water resistance in a smartphone – IP67 Rating
1Ghz dual core processor gives consumers super fast performance Launching on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradeable to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Available in black, white and yellow colours
Xperia go will launch in the US market under the name “Xperia advance”
Xperia acro S – The stylish water resistant HD smartphone
Xperia acro S boasts a 4.3” HD Reality Display for razor sharp clarity, full HD video recording, HD video chat, easy HDMI TV connectivity to enjoy content on the big screen. NFC enabled, Xperia acro S can easily open applications with one touch against an Xperia SmartTag.

Key features for Xperia acro S
4.3” 720p HD Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity
12MP fast capture camera goes from sleep to snap in just over a second with a single key press
PlayStation™ Certified
Full 1080p HD video recording and 720p HD front camera
Scratch resistant mineral glass display with wet finger tracking
IP55 and IP57 Ratings for dust and water resistance
1.5Ghz dual core processor gives consumers super fast performance
Launching on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Available in black, white and pink colours


*IP67 Rating = Protected against dust and the effects of immersion between 15 cm and 1 m for 30 minutes
IP55 Rating = Protected against dust-limited to ingress (no harmful deposits) and water projected by a nozzle (6.3mm) against enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects
IP57 Rating = Protected against dust-limited to ingress (no harmful deposits) and the effects of immersion between 15 cm and 1 m for 30 minutes
**Japanese research conducted by Mobile Marketing Data Labo (October 2011)
*** 33% stated durability as the most important feature when choosing a smartphone - based on a survey of 1,477 Facebook users through the global Sony Mobile Facebook fan page as of Friday 25 May 2012
**** According to data from ITmedia, Xperia acro HD (for NTT docomo) was the biggest seller across all smartphones for ten weeks between March and May 2012

All services mentioned in this leaflet may not be available in every market.
	Xperia go	Xperia acro S
Colours	Black White Yellow	Black White Pink
Facts	Size: 111 x 60.3 x 9.8 mm Weight: 110 grams	Size: 126 x 66 x 11.9 mm Weight: 147 grams
Camera	3D Sweep panorama™ 5 megapixel camera 16x digital zoom 16x video zoom Auto focus Face detection Flash / Photo flash Flash / Photo light Flash / LED Geotagging HD video recording (720p) Red-eye reduction Self-timer Send to web Smile detection Sweep Multi Angle Sweep Panorama Touch capture Touch focus Video light Video recording Video stabiliser	3D Sweep Panorama™ 12.1 megapixel camera 16x digital zoom Auto focus Aperture f/2.4 Exposure value Face detection Front-facing camera (1.3 MP) Geotagging HD video recording (1080p) Image stabiliser Flash/Pulsed LED Red-eye reduction Send to web Self-timer Smile detection™ Sony Exmor R™ for mobile image sensor Touch capture Touch focus Video light Video recording Video stabiliser White balance
Music	3D surround sound Album art Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Clear bass Clear stereo Music Player PlayNow™ service SensMe™ TrackID™ music recognition xLoud™ Experience	Album art Bluetooth™ stereo (A2DP) Music tones (MP3/AAC) PlayNow™ service Walkman Player TrackID™ music recognition xLoud™ Experience
Internet	Google Play™ Bookmarks Google™ search Google Voice™ Search Google Maps™ for Mobile with Street view and Latitude™ NeoReader™ barcode scanner Pan & Zoom Web browser (WebKit™)	Bookmarks Google Maps™ for Mobile with Google Latitude™ and Street View Google Play™ Google™ search Google Voice™ Search Pan & zoom Web browser (WebKit™)
Communication	Call list Conference calls Facebook™ application Facebook inside Xperia™ Google Talk™ application Noise suppression Skype™ Speakerphone Twitter™ (with Timescape™ integration) Xperia™ Timescape™	Call list Google Talk2™ application Facebook™ application Noise Suppression Polyphonic ringtones SIP Xperia™ Timescape™ Speakerphone Twitter™ (Timescape™ integration)* Vibrating alert
Messaging	Conversations Email Google Mail™ Handwriting recognition Instant messaging Multimedia messaging (MMS) Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS) Type & Send widget	Conversations Email Gmail™ Instant messaging Predictive text input Sound recorder Text messaging (SMS)
Design	Auto rotation Fast Capture Gesture input Keyboard (on-screen, 12 key) Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY) Live Wallpaper Picture wallpaper Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine Screenshot capturing Touch screen Voice input Wet finger tracking	Auto rotate Gesture input Gyroscope Keyboard (on-screen, QWERTY) On-screen 12-key keyboard HD Reality Display with Sony Mobile BRAVIA® Engine Screenshot capturing Touch screen Dustproof (IP5X) and Water resistant (IPX5/7) Wallpaper Wet finger tracking
Entertainment	FigureRunning™ miCoach™ app Media browser Motion gaming Radio (FM radio with RDS) Sony Entertainment Network Video streaming Video viewing Walk Mate YouTube™	3D games Media browser Motion gaming PlayStation® Certified Radio (FM radio with RDS) Sony Entertainment Network TV launcher Video streaming YouTube™
Organiser	3D Album 3D Gallery Airplane mode Alarm clock Calculator Calendar Contacts Document readers E-Manual Infinite button OfficeSuite Pro Setup guide Stopwatch Timer Torch functionality	Alarm clock Airplane mode Calculator Contacts Document readers eCompass™ Infinite button OfficeSuite Pro Setup guide Widget manager
Connectivity	3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA) 50GB free cloud storage (BOX offer, to 31 December 2012) aGPS Bluetooth™ wireless technology DLNA Certified® Media Go™ Media Transfer Protocol care Micro USB care Modem Native USB tethering PC Companion Synchronisation via Facebook™ Synchronisation via Google™ Synchronisation with computer Synchronisation via Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® USB High speed 2.0 care USB mass storage USB Host Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi® Hotspot functionality Wisepilot™ turn-by-turn navigation	3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA) aGPS Bluetooth™ wireless technology DLNA Certified® GLONASS HDMI care Media Transfer Protocol care Micro USB care Native USB tethering NFC* PC Companion Synchronisation via Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® USB mass storage USB High speed 2.0 care Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi® Hotspot functionality
Display	3.5” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine 480 x 320 pixels 16,777,216 colour TFT Scratch-resistant mineral glass	4.3” 720p HD Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine 1280 x 720 pixels 16,777,216 colour TFT Shatter proof sheet on scratch-resistant glass
Memory	Internal phone storage 8 GB (up to 4 GB user-accessible memory) RAM 512 MB Expansion slot microSD™, up to 32 GB	Internal phone storage 16 GB (up to 11 GB user-accessible memory) RAM 1 GB Expansion slot microSD™ card, up to 32 GB
Networks	UMTS HSPA 850 (Band V), 1900 (Band II), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900 UMTS HSPA 900 (Band VIII), 2100 (Band I) GSM GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900	HSPA+ 850 (Band V), 900 (Band VIII), 1900 (Band II) and 2100 (Band I) GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Battery life	Battery: Built in. 1305 mAh typical, 1265 mAh minium Talk time GSM: Up to 6 hrs 30 min** Standby time GSM: Up to 520 hrs** Talk time UMTS: Up to 5 hrs 30 min** Standby time UMTS: Up to 460 hrs** Music listening time: Up to 45 hrs Video playback time: Up to 6 hrs *Values are according to GSM Association Battery Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance may vary depending on network conditions and configurations, and phone usage.	Embedded battery: 1910 mAh typical, 1840 mAh minimum Talk time GSM: Up to 6 hrs 40 min* Standby time GSM/GPRS: Up to 290 hrs* Talk time UMTS: Up to 7 hrs 10 min* Standby time UMTS: Up to 310 hrs* Music listening time: Up to 23 hrs* Video playback time: Up to 6 hrs 30 min* *Values are according to GSM Association Battery Life Measurement Technique. Battery performance may vary depending on network conditions and configurations, and phone usage.
In the kit	Xperia go, embedded battery, stereo headset, charger, micro USB cable for charging, synchronisation and file transfer, and user documentation.	Xperia acro S, built-in battery, stereo portable handsfree, charger, micro USB cable for charging, synchronisation and file transfer, and user documentation.

(Font: sonymobile Press)

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Motorola Mobility and Sina Pump up the Volume with the New MOTOSMART MIX XT550

Motorola Mobility and Sina Pump up the Volume with the New MOTOSMART™ MIX XT550
A hip, affordable smartphone that’s music to your ears in more ways than one

BEIJING – May 15, 2012 – Pop in your headphones and start jamming with MOTOSMART™MIX XT550, Motorola Mobility China’s all-new smartphone for music fans. Specifically created for people who really care about music, MOTOSMART MIX XT550 includes everything you’ve come to expect from Motorola smartphones, like great looks, Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread) and a generous 4-inch screen. It also comes with tools to download, organize and enjoy the tunes you love, including Dolby® Mobile audio technology, SRS WOW HD™ sound-enhancement technology and an exclusive Sina Micro Music application. Whether you’re into pop, hip-hop, classical, or a little bit of everything, MOTOSMART™MIX XT550 helps you create, enjoy and share a portable music collection as distinctive as you are.

“We created MOTOSMART MIX XT550 for people who take their music seriously, and take it everywhere,” said Frank Meng, Corporate Vice President, President of Motorola Mobility, Greater China. “Both the music and the devices we carry with say a lot about who we are. With MOTOSMART MIX XT550 you can have a smartphone that does justice to your music without sacrificing any of the things you expect from a smartphone.”

MOTOSMART MIX XT550 is equipped with a long-lasting 1735mAh battery for up to 30 hours of non-stop music. Organize all your music with a 4.0-inch capacitive touchscreen and a Music Dashboard that displays your tunes visually. We also pulled out all the stops to give you an amazingly high-quality smartphone audio experience, with Dolby® Mobile and SRS WOW HD™ for rich, high-impact surround sound. MOTOSMART MIX XT550 also comes with high-quality headphones and a dedicated music key so you can control your music without taking the phone out of your pocket. Put it all together and your smartphone music experience has just gone from cheap seats to front row.

MOTOSMART MIX XT550 also has a 3-megapixel camera and a front-facing VGA camera, so you’ll be able to capture all of your musical moments, from jam sessions with your friends to the biggest concerts. With the exclusive Sina Micro Music application, you can even share your current music mood in real-time with your Weibo followers. And with rounded edges, a sleek design and poppy-red accents on your choice of white or black, MOTOSMART MIX XT550 looks cool, no matter where the music takes you.

"Sina and Motorola have a long history of cooperation and we are confident that the MOTOSMART MIX XT550 will be a huge success,” said Ms. Du Hong, COO of Sina. “MOTOSMART MIX XT550 is the only smartphone to be pre-loaded with the Sina Micro Music application, delivering an unprecedented mobile social experience to youth who love music and sharing.”

A powerful wave of music will soon spread across the nation! The ‘Share Music, Share Perspectives’ concert for MOTOSMART MIX XT550, co-sponsored by Motorola Mobility and Sina Micro Music, will take place on May 30 in Beijing. Popular music stars Liu Xin, Su Miaoling, Tan Jiexi, Wang Yuexin, and Yang Yang will perform live. Want to catch the show? Then visit www.motostore.com.cn, because starting today people who buy MOTOSMART MIX XT550 via the official Motorola China website will be automatically entered into a lucky draw for a chance to win one of the limited-supply concert tickets. First come, first served!

(Source: Motorola Press)

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Nokia introduces new range of mobile phones to provide a fast, affordable internet experience

Published May 15, 2012 | By Nokia - Press Release

Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 offer Facebook, Twitter, world-class EA games and access to thousands of apps from the Nokia Store

Nokia 110

Karachi, Pakistan - Nokia has today unveiled two new mobile phone models as it continues to accelerate its strategy to connect the next billion consumers to information and the internet. The Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 have been designed to appeal to young, urban consumers who want to experience a fast, affordable online experience.

Both devices are perfect for communicating across Facebook, Twitter and social media networks. The internet experience is also smooth thanks to the Nokia Browser. This innovative technology allows users to consume less data by up to 90%, by compressing websites in the cloud. Both devices offer direct access to Facebook and Twitter from their home screens. The Nokia 112 also features preloaded eBuddy instant messaging service right out of the box, so users can use popular chat services to keep conversations going 24/7.

In common with other Nokia mobile phones, consumers can choose from thousands of apps to download on the Nokia Store. With the upgraded camera, they can now customize their contacts with pictures, and share them with friends via social networks and Bluetooth.

"Today's mobile phone users want a quick internet experience that allows them to discover great content and share it with their friends - but without being held back by high data costs," said Mary T. McDowell, executive vice president, Mobile Phones, Nokia. "The new Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 devices combine browsing, social media, apps, world-class entertainment and long battery life to create a great package for young, urban consumers who want to do it all."

Nokia 112

Perfect for all-day and all-night entertainment
The devices all feature a generous 1.8" display optimized for a great gaming experience. In the coming months, the Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 will bring free* 40 key EA Games, valued at EUR 75 if bought separately, including well known titles like Tetris®, Bejeweled®, Need for Speed(TM) The Run, Monopoly Here & Now, and SimCity(TM) Deluxe. Consumers will be able to easily access the content by clicking on the Games Gift EA icon on their home screen which will take them to the Nokia Store to download the games. Once they have accessed the offering, they will have 60 days to download the games of their choice, keeping the games forever.

Both new phones offer an improved VGA camera for sharp and clear pictures with care for up to 32GB of external memory, enough for more than 6000+ songs or 90,000 pictures. Consumers can tune into their favorite radio stations and share their favorite songs with friends over Bluetooth. The phones have been optimized to provide a long-lasting battery life, with over 10 hours of talk time and nearly a month's standby, meaning that consumers can stay in-touch and entertained all day long. Dual SIM capability
The Nokia 110 and Nokia 112 are both Dual SIM phones, featuring the benefits of Nokia's unique and industry leading Easy Swap technology. This enables users to switch between SIMs quickly without having to remove their battery or turn off their phone. The Easy Swap technology can personalize and remember up to five different SIM cards, giving consumers full control over their costs.

The Nokia 110 will also be available as single SIM versions - Nokia 111 and Nokia 113, with this last one available in Europe and Eurasia only.

The estimated retail price for Nokia 110 and its single SIM versions is about EUR 35 and they are expected to start shipping in the second quarter of 2012. The estimated retail price for Nokia 112 is about EUR 38, excluding taxes and subsidies, and is expected to start shipping in the third quarter of 2012.

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