And while both LG and AT&T are quiet about it at this stage, we do expect this baby to hit AT&T’s GoPhone offering pretty soon. After all, why wait — it’s not like AT&T will prepare some special press conference to introduce the device…

[Via: PhoneScoop]

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The locator machines send a distress signal at 406 MHz and contain a beacon that relies on the GPS. Her signal was picked up thousands of miles away, at a station in Scotland. From the BBC:

It was detected by the UK Mission Control Centre within the Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre at RAF Kinloss at about 2200 BST on Thursday.

An RAF satellite monitoring system operator contacted her Russian counterparts, who sent a rescue helicopter.The group was nearing the end of a two-and-a-half month expedition to the Kamchatka peninsula when the accident happened.

I'm definitely ordering one of these for the next time I leave the BBG gadget dungeon.

Pic: Google Maps

Woman rescued in 4,500-mile alert [BBC]

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V900 & X610

Whilst we know that the X610's specs aren't screaming out "I'm fantastic", it's a pretty good looking device with Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional. The more "I'm Fantastic" of these two is the V900, a device that can handle DVB-H, DVB-T, T-DMB, and DAB broadcasts on a VGA display that certainly doesn't hurt its case.

So far, the launches on these two are noted simply as "soon," so best keep your eyes open for further release details (or subscribe to our blog via RSS)

We have been promised a trial of these units soon so again watch out for our usual un boxing video's and detailed reviews.

In the meantime lets have a look at the specs that come with these handsets.

Glowfiish V900

First of we will look at the V900:

• Windows Mobile^® 6.1 Professional (Crossbow)
• Samsung S3C 6400 533 MHz Processor
• 256 MB Flash ROM, 128 MB SDRAM
• 2.8", 640 x 480 (VGA), 65,536 colors, TFT-LCD
• 106 (L) x 60.5 (W) x 17(18.15) (H) mm
• 147g
• HSDPA / UMTS ( 2100 / 1900 / 850 MHz )
• Quad-Band GSM?850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
• GPRS class 10 / EDGE class 10
• Bluetooth® v2.0 class 2 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate),
• WiFi IEEE802.11b/g Certificated
• Digital TV
• DVB-T / T-DMB
• GPS
• Embedded SiRF Star III chipset, TMC function supported*,
• FM 76 ~ 108MHz, support Channel Search
• FM Transmitter
• 87.5 ~ 108MHz
• Built-in 3.0 mega pixels Auto-Focus CMOS camera, up to 2048 x 1536 resolution
• 0.3 mega pixels Fixed-Focus CMOS camera for conference call usage
• MicroSD card slot
• Built-in microphone and speaker, external stereo headset jack, hands-free mode supported
• USB Sync, Composite TV out support
• Touch screen for stylus or fingertip, navigation button, power button, send/end button, record button, volume control, left soft-key, right soft-key
• Lithium Polymer rechargeable with 1,530 mAh capacity
• Windows Mobile® 6.1 Professional, Microsoft® Office Outlook® Mobile (Calendar, Contacts, Tasks and Inbox), Picture, Notes, Microsoft® Office Word Mobile, Microsoft® Office Excel® Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, ActiveSync, Calculator, Game (Solitaire, Bubble Breaker), Voice Recorder, Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® Mobile, MSN® Messenger, Microsoft® Transcriber*, Windows Media® Player 10, Direct Push Technology, Microsoft Reader* (* subject to change by region)

E-TEN Exclusive Applications

• Phone Tools: Phone Application*, Phone Setting, SIM Toolkit, Speed Dial, Call Filter, Wireless Modem, Wireless Manager, Dialer Skin, Add Ringtone, CSD Type, Voice Commander*, Connection Wizard, SMS Sender, SIM Manager, Video Telephony (*subject to change by region)
• Multimedia Tools: Image Wizard, Image Maker, Multimedia Manager, Camera, Camcorder, FM Tuner* (*subject to change by region)
• MMS Composer* (*subject to change by region)
• Utilities: Quick Link, Battery Meter, Zoom SMS, Bluetooth Manager, M-Desk, Scenario, Backup Utility, Namecard Manager
• GPS Tools: Location SMS

Packing List

• Glofiish V900, stylus
• USB sync cable
• AC adapter
• headset
• leather case
• getting started CD
• quick start guide
• standard battery
• TV-out cable

Accessories (Optional)

• USB Sync Cable
• AC adapter
• car-charger
• car-mount
• battery pack
• Bluetooth® Headset
• leather case
• headset
• TV-out cable

Glowfiish X610

So now lets look across to the X610:

• Windows Mobile® 6.1 Professional
• Samsung SC3 2442 400 MHz Processor
• 128 MB Flash ROM, 64 MB SDRAM
• 2.8", 320 x 240 (QVGA), 65,536 colors, TFT-LCD
• 107 x 58 x 14.7 mm
• 134g (with battery)
• GSM/EDGE Quad-band: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• GPRS/EGPRS Class B, Multi-slot Class 10
• Bluetooth® v2.0 class 2 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
• WiFi IEEE802.11b/g Certificated
• GPS
• Embedded SiRF Star III chipset, TMC function supported*, (*subject to change by regions)
• Built-in 2.0 mega pixels, Fixed Focus CMOS, up to 1600 x 1200 resolution
• MicroSD card slot
• Built-in microphone and speaker, external stereo headset jack, hands-free mode supported
• Mini USB Sync, headset jack
• Touch screen for stylus or fingertip, navigation button, power button, 2 quick application buttons, send/end button, record button, volume control
• Lithium Polymer rechargeable with 1,530 mAh capacity
• Windows Mobile® 6.1 Professional, Microsoft® Office Outlook® Mobile (Calendar, Contacts, Tasks and Inbox), Picture, Notes, Microsoft® Office Word Mobile, Microsoft® Office Excel® Mobile, Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® Mobile, Microsoft® Office OneNote® Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, ActiveSync, Calculator, Game (Solitaire, Bubble Breaker), Voice Recorder, MSN® Messenger, Windows Live ^TM, Microsoft® Transcriber*, Windows Media® Player 10, Direct Push Technology, Getting Started, Microsoft Reader* (* subject to change by regions)

Glofiish Exclusive Applications

• Phone Tools: Phone Application*, Phone Setting, SIM Toolkit, Speed Dial, Wireless Modem, Wireless Manager, Dialer Skin, CSD Type, Voice Commander*, Connection Wizard, SMS Sender, SIM Manager (*subject to change by regions)
• Multimedia Tools: Album, Camera, Camcorder, FM Tuner, MMS Composer
• Utilities: Spb Mobile Shell, Quick Link, Battery Meter, Zoom SMS, Scenario, Backup Utility, Quick Bar, Task Manager, Memory Optimization, Backup Utility, Default Setting, Application Recovery, System Information
• GPS Tools: Satellite Data Update (Not supported in USA), Location SMS, GPS Viewer
• Free Download Programs: Image Wizard, Image Maker, Birthday Reminder

(The programs are posted on the website: http://www.glofiish.com for downloading)

Packing List

• glofiish X610
• stylus
• USB sync cable
• AC adaptor
• headset
• leather case
• getting started CD
• quick start guide
• standard battery

Accessories (Optional)

• USB sync cable
• AC adaptor
• car-charger
• battery pack
• leather case
• headset

I'll let you make your own mind up as to which device is best of these two but for me I'm gonna go with the "I Don't look too great but I am fantastic" one.

Posted by: John

The market for the GPS navigation system in India is flourishing. One of the leading navigation map data suppliers in India is MapmyIndia. The company has recently released a GPS based in-car navigation device, known as MapmyIndia Navigator. The gadget is available in two variants; the Delphi Nav 200 and AMAX 06GP5A. This navigator features an integrated GPS, a 3.5 inches color touch screen, Samsung 400 MHz processor, and a media player. The MapmyIndia Navigator supports for more than 18 major cities of the country and is currently available with car accessories and consumer electronics dealers. You can also purchase this gadget via online at MapmyIndia.com. [Navigadget]

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This is part of a $310 million investment AT&T is making this year in the greater Los Angeles area, which spans from San Clemente to San Luis Obispo. This should improve cell signal for voice and data calls.

South OC was considered high priority, said Geoff Mordock, an AT&T spokesman. He couldn’t elaborate as to why South OC is special to AT&T, as is Bakersfield and Palm Springs where the improved service has also launched. But, apparently, not high priority is North OC. (South OC, as AT&T defines it, includes Irvine and anything southward.) But North OC “is in our plans, ” he said.

And the upgrade, he added, has nothing to do with reports of unsatisfactory 3G iPhone service.

Technically, the improvement came about because AT&T added the wireless frequency of 850 Megahertz, which supplements its existing 1900 Mhz service, Mordock said.

Now, 850 MHz is a frequency that has been reserved for analog cell phone users since the 1980s, said Charles Golvin, who tracks the mobile industry as a principal analyst at Forrester Research. The newer 1900 MHz started in the 90s and is used for digital service (Sprint uses just 1900 for its all digital service). Over the years, the technology has been tweaked so service and features have improved. While most cellular carriers use both frequencies, they may use different ones depending on region. AT&T has now chosen to offer both here in parts of OC.

“Over time, AT&T and Verizon offer the same thing because they both have 1900 and 850. They have gradually transitioned their services and technologies so in any market that you travel into, you may be using 1900, maybe 850 or both but not simultaneously,” he said. “But the main point is 850 Mhz penetrates buildings better.”

AT&T turned on the service this week. By the end of the year, the company will have added 74 new cell cites in OC to boost its high-speed services. Most are already online, the company said.

Any South OC AT&T users out there? Has the service improved? Please share your experience with the rest of us!

Image from AT&T

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• Did AT&T yank free Wi-Fi for iPhone users?

Currently it is available in two hardware models including Delphi Nav 200 and AMAX 06GP5A. It has integrated GPS, a 3.5 inches color touch screen, Samsung 400 MHz processor, and additional multimedia features. It positions a wide range of perfect Indian maps, provided by CE Info Systems with overall coverage of different streets, localities and many landmarks in more than 18 major cities of the country. Now-a-days, MapmyIndia Navigator is available with car accessories and consumer electronics dealers, also it is available online at MapmyIndia.com.The price can be ranged up to Rs. 21,000 to 22,000. While driving, the user can mount the device on the windshield or dashboard, or else it can be held in hand by the person sitting in backseat of the car.

The primary advantage of car GPS device is that it can save tons of gas during distance traveling. Another benefit is that it saves lot of time and frustrations by avoiding traffic by finding alternate routes to those having more traffic.

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