Nokia 6700 Slide and Nokia 7230 announced, and their introduction into the market confirmed for the early part of 2010 by Nokia. Both of these phones are 3G Sliders. They are reasonably prices (mid-range) and are scheduled to be available in retail stores around the globe and online, sometime during the first quarter of 2010.

The Nokia 6700 is the higher-priced of the two.  It has more features, many which are offered by much more expensive smartphone. The phone makes available to its users VGA video recording, 16.7 million color display, a 5 megapixel camera, 2.2 QVGA display screen, the ability to edit photos and upload them to the internet.  It also comes standard with a music player, FM radio and internal memory of 45 MG. Individuals who need to, can add up to 16 gigabytes of memory via the microSD card slot.  The 6700 is currently priced at €160.

The Nokia 7230 is about €60 cheaper.  It has fewer features, and thus is a cheaper mobile phone.  It does, however, have a larger display screen then the 6700 with its 2.4 inch display screen. The 7230 has a FM radio, gives a small alert when calls and messages come in. It also has messaging capabilities, 267K color display. The phone comes standard with a 3.2 megapixel camera which has a dedicated key.

As mentioned above, both of these phones should be available during the early part of 2010. Those who are fans of the Nokia brand and are in the market for a new phone may find either of these mobiles a good option. The 7230 is cheaper and has less features but it may be the perfect choice for people that are looking for a good, solid phone without all of the frills Those who want more features and are willing to spend more money for them, may prefer the Nokia 6700.

For mobile phone users in Brazil, they will shortly be able to enjoy the use of two new phones. The M2310 and M2710, are two phones that are based around music, and provide various different services to the user. Similar to the Beat DJ, these phones can be used to create music, and have excellent music playback facilities.

The new Samsung M2710 is the sliding version of the two. It comes complete with GPRS systems, as well as possible functions with 3G, but that has not been confirmed yet, as all information is fairly unsupported and is just based upon a few different leakages. The phone comes with built in FM radio, perfect for listening to tunes and radio shows while out and about. The phone also comes with blue tooth connectivity, which is useful for sending, receiving or transferring files or data between phones, or computers and laptops if the facilities are available.

The Samsung M2310 features most of the features that the M2710 has, including blue tooth connectivity, an FM radio, and GPRS facilities for connecting to the internet wherever you are. GPRS can also be used for sending large files to other phones as well as computers. This is great because it means you can do small bits of work on your phone when needed, then transfer them across to your computer at a later date.

Both phones also come with a tracking device, meant to be used in case the phone is lost or stolen. This can prove invaluable when it comes down to tracing lost or stone phones, and can save you a lot of money if you are on contract. To get your hands on one of these amazing phones stay alert for more details of release dates.

Imagine a series of mobile phones that are built and manufactured with the health of the environment in mind; this is the corner stone of Sony Ericsson’s GreenHeart phone series. The Japanese-Swedish tie-up has long expressed their commitment to the environment and for the reduction of CO2 emissions. The company has its own reduced emission rate that they are hoping to achieve with both their manufacturing processes and products by 2015.

The GreenHeart phone series is one of their largest steps by far; largest, in the sense that these are products for consumers and not just a production tweak. These phones are made using a combination of new and recycled parts and materials. In fact, phones made in these series are composed of at least 50% recycled plastics.

Also, no harmful chemicals are used in the creation of these devices –even the paint is water-borne. The packaging is also eco-friendly, they are made to be minimal in order to reduce the need for paper products and no manuals are printed. Instead, the manuals come in a digital e-manual format that can be accessed by the phone.

Just recently, two new phones have been announced for the series; the Sony Ericsson Elm and the Sony Ericsson Hazel. The two phones share similar hardware features, with the only difference being their screens and the form of the device. The Elm is a candy bar phone while the Hazel is a slider phone with a larger screen and more color capacity. Both devices are 3G HSPA capable and have 5 mega pixel cameras (with Auto focus and LED flash) as well as 320 x 240 pixel resolution screens.

The phones will be launching separately in 2010; the Elm will be out around the first quarter and the Hazel will follow in the second quarter of the year.

After speculation for quite some time now and after a number of leaks have appeared about the news, we can finally confirm that Firefox, in the footsteps of the internet giants Google, is about to launch their very first mobile browser, the Firefox Mobile, this month. The first look at the Firefox Mobile reveals, as was the case in the earlier leaks, that the mobile version will be the replica of the popular web browser.

This will truly open new gates of accessibility and will offer an enhanced web experience for mobile phone users, as a variety of mobile version browsers are available for users from all the best names in the business. It was reported by v3.co.uk that the first appearance of the browser will be made on Nokia N900, which is not a surprise as Nokia has been in close collaboration with Mozilla for the development of their mobile contributions. But, it is also expected that the browser will appear on other operating software such as Windows Mobile and Android as well.

This is great news for Mozilla Firefox fans, as they will be able to use their favorite browser in their mobile phones, with exciting add-ons, tab-based browsing and the awesome search bar that the web browser is known for. Firefox Mobile will be accompanying 30 add-ons in its first appearance.

The Nokia N900 will not include the Firefox Mobile, and users can download it from the web, exactly the same way the users access the browser on their computers. Wait and see as the release of Firefox Mobile is expected to attract mobile phone user just like the popular browser has captivated the attention of user who have been using it for web browsing.

Among the hottest newly launched handsets reaching the markets featuring Google’s Android as its operating system is Acer’s Liquid A1. The phone has been released in the markets in the UK and can be obtained from places such as Cove and Expansys. But why we talk about the handset right now is to share with you a video on the YouTube from TechnoloShree demonstrating the Acer Liquid A1 being unboxed.

Acer’s Liquid A1 can really tempt a lot of customers in the UK with its features. The phone is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. The only difference is that unlike handsets like the HTC HD2 and the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10, which feature a 1 GHz chip, it works at 786 GHz. Apart from that, the phone can offer its users 256 MB of RAM and no less than 510 MB of ROM. And of course you could always increase the memory using the SD memory card slot.

The great thing about this video is that shows you exactly what you get when you unpack a brand new Liquid A1; and what exactly would you find inside the box. To be specific, we can see the user manuals, the charger, an SD adapter and a Sandisk MicroSD card with 2GB space. But the real fun begins, when he turns the phone on. The Acer’s tailor-made Spinlets UI skin smoothly slides over the Android 1.6 version OS running the handset.

To tell you more about the Liquid A1, it features an impressive 3.5 inch capacitive touch-screen with a resolution of 800 x 400 pixels, really bringing the Android experience at its fullest. Apart from that, it also comes with a 5.0 mega pixel auto-focus camera, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity and a GPS receiver. For those who are wondering about whether the phone can get an Android version 2.0 update, we don’t have any more info unfortunately, and the same goes to the US users who would like to give the phone a try.

Dell’s new range of smart phones called the mini 3 are almost ready to launch in Brazil and China Dell have stated. Unfortunately Dell have said full specifications for the handsets will be issued ‘when devices are available in stores’, which doesn’t give us a lot of information. However people have found various slips of the tongues, and have made out a very rough picture of what the phones should act like, and their basic technical features. One of the crucial pieces of information that Dell have give out, is that the phones will make use of the Google Android operating system. This means that the phone should be different from anything we have been used to before, and it is expected to be unique and different to other phones.

One of the only sources to have had any technical details leaked is the Dell Streak. This smart phone supposedly comes with a 5.0megapixel camera, which is a great for taking snaps in your favorite locations, or simply to photograph some classic moments. The camera comes equipped with flash, which will allow you to take photos in darker conditions, rather than being limited to light conditions. The phone is also meant to be Wifi and blue tooth enabled, allowing you to transfer files and documents to other nearby phones. With 3G connectivity you will have very fast access to the internet, and will never be stuck waiting for a page to load again.

Unfortunately if you live in Europe or America, you are going to have to wait to get your hands on the new Dell mini 3 smart phones, as there is no set release date for China and Brazil, and Dell refuse to give on whether they will ever be available in other parts of the world. But it is likely that they will go ahead with a European release if it proves to be a success in China and Brazil, and there will be some great Dell Mini 3 deals to enjoy if that day comes about.

Since RMI launched their first BlackBerry phone, critics have been extremely positive towards the phones. The 8100 proved to be the fastest selling BlackBerry of all time, and its follow up, the 9100 has already shown the be a fantastic piece of kit, even before it has been released. With the 8010 using 2G technology, people at the time thought that internet speed was fast, and could not be improved a whole lot. The 9100 comes with 3G, which allows you to connect very quickly to the internet, and to popular sites such as Facebook, MySpace and twitter. You can also connect to websites such as YouTube, news sites and sports sites. Such sites allow you to stream and watch videos online. With 2G this was just impractical, with 3G it’s a lot more realistic, with some connection speeds as fast as real time!

If internet is not your favourite perk, then the 2.0 megapixel camera is sure to impress you. Built in to the stylish design of the phone, it is capable of taking photograph and also making short movies. This allows you capture any moment of your life, be it through a photograph of through a video.

Applications have also been updated. With new photo editing software, new email programs and an all round quicker for your hard drive, you will never be stuck waiting for your phone to load again. If you want to get your hands on one of these phones you will have to wait for an official release date.

The BlackBerry Pearl 9100 is expected to be available on pay as you go tarrifs as well as Pearl 9100 contracts.

For the girls who really want to look good, Samsung are launching their new Samsung Diva at the beginning of 2010. Featuring a diamond shaped button on the front of the phone to control the menu, everything about the phone is specially geared for those Divas who want to live up to their high expectations of themselves. The phone has a quilt covered back, which helps to give the phone a very appealing look, and also makes it comfortable to use as well as keeping it warm in those cold winter days.

But aside from the phones great looks, it also features some new technology that’s going to keep the girl occupied for hours on end. The phone features a Beauty mode, that touches up your photos and turns them into professional looking pieces of art. The phone is happily capable of running multiple internet applications, including Facbook, Myspace and Twitter. This allows you to keep to date with your current affairs even while on the move. Alongside that, with free instant messaging, music players, photo albums and video editing, this phone comes with everything a diva could ever want. 10 hours of talk time mean that you’ll never be caught out again with no minutes, and the phone battery can last approximately for 6 days without charge providing no calls are made.

The only downfall to the phone is that there is little internal memory, meaning you will most likely have to purchase a memory card, however you shouldn’t be set back more than about £20 for one of these. The phone is expected to be a instant success, and various phone networks are already negotiating deals to have the phones on their networks. This includes contract and pay as you go, so whatever your preference you will find a plan for you. 2010 will see the release of the Samsung Diva S7070 on contract, as well as its younger sister the S5150 Diva.

Sprint announced on Friday it has sealed the acquisition of Ipcs, Inc. the deal which was announced in October of this year, was agreed under the terms to pay the sum of $831 million for the takeover of iCPS. This amount also included the taking over of $405 million of net debt owed by the company.

This development means that the wireless operator has also acquired the outstanding common shares of $24.00 per share in all cash transactions. Not quite long ago, Sprint received all necessary details of approvals needed for the takeover of the Icps.

Following this latest development, Sprint wireless has announced that a number that is over 700.000 former iCPS subscribers would now begin to enjoy services directly from Sprint Nextel. Furthermore, Sprint now has the possibility to expand its coverage to other new areas with a capacity of 12.6 million people who will now benefit from its network connectivity.

Sprint commented the following on the closing of the deal: “As a result of the completion of the merger, iPCS is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sprint Nextel. iPCS shares will cease trading on NASDAQ as of the closing of the market today and will be delisted. The completion of this acquisition also allows Sprint Nextel and iPCS to resolve all the litigation pending between them.”

Quoting the company, “As a result of the completion of the merger, Ipcs is now a wholly –owned subsidiary of Sprint Nextel. iCPS shares will cease trading on NASDAQ as of the closing of the market today and will be delisted. The completion of this acquisition also allows Sprint Nextel and Icps to resolve all the litigation pending between them.”

However, customers who subscribed to the Icps services ahould not experience any change. This is according to the company. “Since Icps’s services were sold under the Sprint brand name and in Sprint- branded stores, Icps customers should not experience any change in their services as a result of the transaction” added the carrier. As at the close of the third quarter of this year,  Sprint accounted for over 48 million customers. The company is reputed to be the first among others to offer its customers the new 4G connectivity in 27 markets in the US.

Telecommunications giants Nokia reveal that plans are underway to move into the energy sector. Nokia which offers infrastructural solutions in telecommunications, plan to use its present portfolio of solutions alongside its network of partners already created, to achieve this goal. The company plans to emphasize on environmental responsibility, smart meters, intelligent power grids and demand for renewable energy.

Nokia Siemens believe that the generation of sustainable energy brings about a lot of opportunities in the sector and segments are geared towards growth include renewable energy generation, managing of user demand and consumption and the transformation of power grids into smart grids. Nokia Siemens plan to use its existing mediation, charging, service management and network management solutions to profit from these opportunities. Furthermore, it plans to include the energy sector division into its Business solutions organization as from January 1, 2010.

According to Juhani Hintikka who is head of Operations and Business software, “when you look at what is required to manage power grids, or to make full use of unpredictable renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as bringing greater transparency and flexibility to billing, the synergies with the core of our existing telecoms business is obvious”. She also went further to say “while our research and development remains focused on communication service providers, we will look to exploit opportunities where we can create clear value for our customers by entering new growing markets with our current product services.”

Nokia reveals that it was working in partnership with Servusnet, a software company to “help wind power operations optimize power generation and delivery.”  Servusnet uses the open element management system to (EMS) suit form Nokia Siemens Networks designed to for utility and telecommunications network management compatible with existing different technologies vendors.