O2 XDA Orbit II – A high-ended PDA phone

O2 XDA Orbit II headset would prove to be the best mobile phone for you. This phone has everything that a consumer demands in a cell phone. It consists of a unique design. It would compliment your style. The phone is compact and can easily fit in to your pocket.

[Source: http://www.gadgets-reviews.com/index.php?page=post_new&id=16377]

iPhone vs. Samsung F700: What is better?

iPhone has been announced a few weeks ago and a lot of people were waiting for it to appear. It is one of the best smart phones in its class. However, there is another smart phone that is on the same level as the iPhone. Samsung F700 was announced later then the iPhone however it beats iPhone in several characteristics. Samsung phones become better and better every day and the iPhone is almost the best phone in the world. These phones could be called gadgets because they are top leaders in cell phones industry.

It is very hard to compare and choose one of these phones if you want to buy a smart phone of that level. We will try to help you with that.

Which touchscreen is better?

The size of the iPhone's touchscreen is bigger then the Samsung's one and it measures 3.5 inches as opposed to Samsung's 2.8 inches display. Size does matter nowadays: more and more we watch movies and view pictures using our phones and other portable devices. Sometimes it is crucial to have a big screen even if it involves increasing the size of the device. This means that you are going to have a bigger gadget.

The resolution of the screen is a very important feature that a smartphone needs to have because most of them have screen keyboards and it wouldn't be so cool to type when you have tiny buttons displayed. iPhone's display's resolution is 480 x 320 pixels and it is very awesome for a phone. The resolution of the Samsung's F700 screen is not much smaller and it is 440 x 240 pixels, besides it has a smaller screen.

Having a touchscreen on your phone is cool and convenient. These two companies have different solutions for their touchscreens. iPhone has the touchscreen with Multitouch function and Samsung screen has the Drag and Drop function.

See what is more suitable to you. I think that a bigger display would win the battle.

Connectivity

There is nothing much to say about it we just need to list you the features the phones have. iPhone works with Quad-Band GSM (850, 900, 1800, 1900), it has EDGE, 802.11 b/g, and Bluetooth 2.0. As opposed to Samsung F700 it has Bluetooth and it is an advantage, we think.

Samsung F700 differs from iPhone with: Tri-Band GSM, 7.2 Mb/s HSDPA, and it has also EDGE. It does not say anything about Bluetooth; maybe it does not have it. It is not a good thing because it is one of the best ways to connect to other devices.

They both have Full HTML browsers so you will be able to get online easy and fast.

Keyboard

There are many discussions about the keyboards and which one is better. iPhone has a bigger display and it has an On-screen keyboard and has no real keyboard. On one hand it is more convenient to use a real QWERTY keyboard then the one that fits on a display and this is the advantage of Samsung F700 keyboard. However, on the other hand the number of buttons is limited if you have a real keyboard, as opposed to programmable keyboard of iPhone. So there are two sides of the coin in this case.

Camera

We do not doubt that Cameras and video capturing is very good on these phones however iPhone has done one not very good thing. They used 2.0 MP camera in their phone as opposed to 5 MP camera of Samsung F700. See for yourself 5 MP or 2 MP this is obvious that Samsung's camera is better. Besides, Samsung was always making good cameras and good software to use them. It does not mean that iPhone has a bad camera but it is not as good.

Codec Support

Why are you buying a smart-phone? Of course you want to have good multimedia functions built in. And it is a matter of how many file types you can open, run or use with help of you smart-phone. iPhone has all the standard iPod files support and it does not differ from a video iPod in this case. However, Samsung can beat iPhone here because it supports more file formats: MPEG 4, H.263, H.264, Real MP3, AAC+, eAAC+ and photos.

Storage

A lot of storage space, that is what we all want to have. And there are also some differences and advantages of one gadget towards another. First of all iPhone has a drive for 4 GB or 8 GB and you choose what you want. It is pretty much space however, there are no expansion slots in it. So you will not be able to expand your storage space.

On the other hand Samsung F700 has micro SD expansion slot, but there is no information about the onboard memory so we cannot say anything about that. I think that it is more convenient to be able to use a memory stick but you have to pay additional money to buy it.

Both smart phones deserve to be called one of the best ones.

iPhone has advantages and beats its opponent with size and resolution of the screen, storage, google maps, push email, HTML Email, and of course it is still iPod.

However there are some cool things about Samsung F700: Better camera (5 MP), it supports more formats than iPhone, it has actual keyboard, and it has 3G connectivity.

	Apple iPhone	Samsung F700
Screen Resolution	480x320 at 3.5-inches	440x240 at 2.78-inches
Touchscreen	Yes, With Multitouch	Yes, With Drag and Drop
Connectivity	Quad-Band GSM (850, 900, 1800, 1900), EDGE, 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0	Tri-band GSM, HSDPA, EDGE
Camera	2-megapixel	5-megapixel with Auto-Focus
Keyboard	Touchscreen/onscreen	Slide-out qwerty with VibeTonz
Email	HTML Email	Unknkown (probably not HTML)
Browser	Full HTML Browser	Full HTML Browser
Codec Support	Standard iPod Support	MPEG4, H.263, H.264, Real MP3, AAC+, eAAC+, Real
Storage	4-8GB	Unknown onboard + microSD expansion

[Source: http://www.gadgets-reviews.com/index.php?page=post&id=302]

Sun power for extra talk time

Nowadays many people clearly understanding that all the major natural resources are very limited started to pay even more attention to the energy they use. Moreover some of them worry about their impact on the environment. As a consequence we try to use different alternative energy sources. It's obvious that the easiest "green" power source which can be incorporated into many gadgets is that of the sun. Some practical solar designs for recharging phones have been already produced, however, the latest product from Strap-Ya looks much worthier.

This concept represents a solar panel that looks like a simple trinket. Yet it's designed to prolong your cell phone's work time. Despite the fact that the solar panel will not directly charge your cell phone, it will charge a small battery booster that can give your phone up to 25 minutes of extra life. It should be emphasized that this gadget is not supposed to be used for a full charge because you will need to wait between 6-10 hours of fair sun rays to do so. But it can help you a little bit in case of emergency. Besides that due to its small design it won't occupy a lot of space, so you can let it hang out of your pocket.

The gadget has recently appeared in Japan. So in case you really need the spare power for your cell phone and like small useful things, you will be able to buy it soon.


[Source: http://www.gadgets-reviews.com/sun-power-for-extra-talk-time.html]

Some retro and nature in the cell phones

It's not hard to see that nowadays there is a marked trend of making all the things slim and sleek, metal and glass. However due to this fact all modern devices have something common in their design, and, as a consequence, people get bored with them even faster. Maybe it would be better not to forget completely the retro styling of yesteryear?

Designer Seungchan Lee thinks that a well-designed device has to combine both retro styling and a piece of nature as well. In his opinion something organic should make its way into our hyper-tech designs. His gadget CulArt (pronounces Cool Art) represents a modern cell phone that internally has all the typical characteristics of a usual smartphone. At the same time its physical design differs greatly from that of its counterparts. First of all there is a wood paneling - a piece of nature of the design that helps to create a perception of the retro style. In case you flip the phone around you will find a rocky textured surface which prevents slippage. Besides that the included Bluetooth headset/remote control uses a series of knobs to control the phone's most basic functions.

Thus, all the mentioned features of this gadget help to conclude that it is quite a useful and stylish device. In spite of this these features are not enough to consider it as a really original one because there is nothing significant that distinguish this cell phone from the others.

[Source: http://www.gadgets-reviews.com/retro-and-nature-cell-phone.html]

More than simple watch - Ultimate Gadget

Just think how many things we should take with us everyday - cell phone, watch, mp3-player and etc. Moreover we should always keep in mind what exactly we want to take and even when everything is with us there is a need to be careful not to lose something. Because of this all companies, which produce different devices, try to make "all-in-one" gadgets. As a consequence all modern devices, especially cell phones, are supplied with clock, organizer, mp3-player and so on.

Think Geek Company, trying to combine as many functions as it possible in a single device, designed video-watch with OLED display. Thus, this gadget is able to show time, photos, videos and even eBooks. So instead of "boring" time you can listen to music for example. Built-in microphone allows you to record whatever you want.

Actually this watch has a lot of characteristics that are mentioned below:

• Memory: built-in, 2Gb
  
• Display's resolution: 128x128 pixels
  
• Mp3-player
  
• Slide-show mode
  
• Built-in microphone
  
• 3D sound
  
• Rechargeable battery - via USB
  
• Dimensions: 4x3,8x1,2cm
  
• Wristlet's length - 22cm
  
• As a unit: headphones, CD with a driver for PC, service instruction and USB cable

So, this gadget features quite a significant number of functions that make it enough competitive among modern hi-end devices. Yet, in my opinion it's better to buy a Smartphone, which for sure has more functions and bigger display. But, in case data is true and the price is just about $ 100, demand for this watch will be quite big.

[Source: http://www.gadgets-reviews.com/more-than-simple-watch-gadget.html]

pen as cellphone

We at gadgetcool love cool gadgets, especially when they are compact and are not what they seem to be.

Take this pen for example, looks like an ordinary pen, right? Think again, this pen is actually a cellphone.

This gadget is still in concept stage, which means it doesn't exist yet. But here are some details: the pen is designed to connect with Bluetooth headsets, it will have a USB connector, a microSD slot, a mono LCD screen to show numbers and any other information you expect to be on a cellphone.

Numbers are dialed with a touch interface number system, which is etched into the pen itself. The USB connector also doubles as a control wheel to scroll through address books and call navigation.

The pen acts as an antenna, as it's nine inches long. And guess what, the pen actually writes!

We really like this design, and remember, , if you have to write down a phonenumber someone gives you, wouldn't it be silly to ask to borrow a pen, when there's one in your ear?

[Source: http://www.gadgetcool.com/gadgets/Cell-Phones/159/pen-as-cellphone.html]

Silicone Case (HTC Touch Cruise Series)

Give your HTC Touch Cruise a bit of a hand in the strength (and style) stakes with the Proporta HTC Touch Cruise Silicone Case. A tough, protective skin that not only prevents scratching, but also limits impact damage.

Cut outs allow access to ports and controls so that you can continue to use your device while it’s in the case.

Alu-Leather Case (HTC Touch Cruise Series) - Flip Type

The Proporta HTC Touch Cruise Alu-Leather Case is hand crafted to meet the exact specifications of your HTC Touch Cruise. Featuring our trademark ‘Screen Saver System’, which uses a sheet of rigid, lightweight aircraft grade Aluminium to line the Case, the Proporta HTC Touch Cruise Alu-Leather Case can even protect your precious device screen from crushing and impact shocks. Stylish and clever.

The Proporta Alu-Leather Case can be docked in your vehicle in seconds using the Proporta Magnetic Vehicle Docking System (Car Kit).

Tip for GPS Users and Music Lovers

Our magnetic car kits (magnetic docking mounts) are ideal for use with your PDA/Smartphone and GPS Navigation System (allowing you to quickly mount your PDA GPS system on your car windscreen) and also with your iPod (or other mobile digital audio device with a 3.5mm output) when combined with our innovative Proporta Wireless FM Stereo Transmitter (which allows you to play your music on your car radio).

[Source: www.proporta.com]

Advanced Screen Protector (HTC Touch Cruise Series)

Proporta really are a cut above the rest when it comes to producing screen protectors. Well, we have come across a few in our time. And, these are the best – and you can wash them.

The ultra high-clarity plastic that they’re manufactured from protects your screen like a dream, and we’ve even been able to increase the thickness without impairing screen brightness or clarity. Proporta realise that sometimes applying screen protectors can be a bit fiddly, so each kit contains a screen cleaning cloth and an application card to make perfect-fitting quick and easy.
[Source: www.proporta.com]

Touch up your Cruise

The HTC Touch Cruise is sleek, stylish, and compact, but big on features and with an LCD screen size that gives you excellent multimedia experience, you can see why it's such a popular mobile device. Featuring HTC’s innovative TouchFLO interface, the Touch Cruise is extremely easy to use. Using ordinary finger gestures, you can quickly browse through e-mails, web pages, messages, music, and images, making navigation a breeze.

Of course Proporta have stepped up, and as from next week will be providing fundamental protection for this extraordinary device.

First up we have the infamous Alu-Leather Case (HTC Touch Cruise). One of Proporta’s specialities, this case is precision moulded and therefore fits around your HTC Touch Cruise perfectly; protecting it against anything you wish to throw at it. It also features our trademark ‘Screen Saver System’, which uses a layer of rigid, lightweight aircraft grade aluminium to line the Case protecting it from crushing and impact shocks. So suitably custom made, you’ll never even need to remove the device from its case as it features all the necessary cut outs to give access to all ports and controls.

Next up in the case stakes is the Silicone Case (HTC Touch Cruise). This one is also cleverly precision moulded, but from impact absorbent silicone to provide a thin, yet really tough, protective skin keeping your HTC Touch Cruise safe and sound. It protects against all the effects from everyday use such as scratches and impact damage, aaaaaand the case need never be taken off the device, because in the same way as the Alu-Leather Case, all the necessary cut outs allow access to all ports and controls. Phew, what a case :0)

Proporta also know that one of their Advanced Screen Protectors will do the trick when it comes to protecting your precious device screen from scratches and dust evasion. We’ve even been able to increase the thickness without impairing screen brightness or clarity.

Thanks: Jim Cleek (Slacker)