Stunning Nokia 8800

October 15, 2008 · Filed Under Mobile Phone Reviews · Comment 

The stunning Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte has arrived and is sure to have the fashion conscious amongst you swooning.

Made from a combination of carbon fibre, titanium, polished glass and stainless steel the beautiful 8800 is as robust as it is lightweight.

Its screen is decorated with 3D patterns and background images which automatically change depending on the time of day and it is kept in tip top condition thanks to its anti-fingerprint coating, so no ugly smudges or marks.

This slider handset also features Nokia’s turn-to-mute silencing mechanism so all incoming calls can be silence by simply turning the phone over screen side down. If this cleaver little trick is not enough the phone also features Nokia’s Tap-for-Time feature, meaning the user simply taps the steel surface under the screen to reveal the time.

This phone isn’t just style over substance – it also includes a 3.2MP camera complete with auto focus, 3G capabilities and built in memory capable of storing up to 4GB. The handset is also supplied with a Bluetooth touch sensitive volume control headset, stylish desk stand and leather carry case.

Fashion always comes at a price though, so be ready to stump up £870 + VAT to own the 8800 Carbon Arte.

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Skypephone News - New S2 Model Launched

October 15, 2008 · Filed Under Mobile Phone Reviews · Comment 

If you are considering a Skypephone then 3 could be the provider you are looking for, thanks to its revamped handset which allows users to access even more internet services on the device.

The original Skypephone was revolutionary, in that it allowed users to call their Skype contacts for free from their mobile. The 3 Skypephone S2 now offers improvements on the original in terms of specs, features and design.

Features of the 3 Skypephone S2

FREE Skype calls
FREE Skype instant messaging
Easy access to mobile internet services such as Facebook, Google, Windows Live Messenger
3.2MP camera
HSDPA Internet capabilities
2.2 inch QVGA screen
4 GB of expandable memory

Internet access is easily controlled through the handsets new ‘carousel’ interface which is controlled via a switcher key on the side of the handset and this is proving to be a huge improvement on the earlier handset.

Users can continue to make free Skype calls and IM other Skype users when they sign up to one of 3’s pay monthly ‘Mix&Match’ plans, or to their pay-as-you-go scheme. With any of the ‘Mix&Match’ contracts the phone is free. Using pay-as-you-go will mean the phone is £69.99.

The design of the handset is a vast improvement on the previous model, with a steel back, black front and metal keys. Supplied with the handset is a cable which allows the user to hook the phone up to a laptop to enable instant internet access with broadband speeds.

Skypephone Specs

Size: 103×45x14mm
Display: 2.2”, QVGA (240×320 pixels)
Talktime: 410 minutes
Standby time: 262 hours.