EE offers you Kestrel brings 4G LTE speeds affordable

Huaweis newly manufactured smartphone for United Kingdoms EE telecommunications or formerly known Everything Everywhere launches Kestrel, the companys first smartphone branded under their own name, with fourth generation LTE capabilities at really budget friendly price points.

The new EE Kestrel will feature a Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2GHz, a 4.5-inches screen of qHD resolution display, eight gigabytes of internal mass storage (expandable via microSD card slot), one gigabyte of Random Access Memory (RAM), five megapixels primary shooter on the back, capable of capturing videos at 720p resolution, a one megapixels front facer, other wireless connectivity with single-SIM 4G LTE support, 2,000mAh powered battery and runs Androids version 4.3 Jelly Bean out of the box.

You can grab the handset for free from EE by the end of next month April, at a price of 13.99 British Pound Sterling, on a two-years contract, offering users unlimited text, 500 minutes of talk time and 500MB of 4G mobile data. A plan of 18.99 GBP will double up things for you with twice the numbers of calling minutes and data, and if you are ready to pay 23.99 or 29.99 GBP per-month, EE will have you unlimited texts with calls and 2GB or 5GB mobile data, respectively. Lastly, the new Kestrel is also up for sales at 99.99 GBP for use on EEs 4G pay as go, levy.

Source: The Next Web

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Sony Mobile unveils Xperia GX and Xperia SX – the first Sony LTE for the Japanese market

Sony Mobile Communications unveils Xperia GX and Xperia SX – the first Sony LTE smartphones for the Japanese market

Powerful performance and ultra-fast network speed combined with easy connectivity and premium entertainment experiences
Xperia GX features a 4.6” HD screen and 13MP camera for ultra real viewing experiences
Xperia SX is the world’s lightest LTE smartphone weighing only 95 grams

Sony Xperia SX - SO-05D

Sony Xperia GX - SO-04D

9 May, London, United Kingdom - Sony Mobile Communications today announced two new Xperia™ Android smartphones designed specifically for the Japanese market. Xperia GX and Xperia SX join the popular Xperia NX and Xperia acro HD, currently among the best selling smartphones in Japan. Both Xperia GX and Xperia SX enable easy connectivity with multiple screens to share and enjoy content on whichever screen best suits the situation, whether it’s TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet.

Xperia LTE smartphones for Japan
The first Sony branded smartphones to launch in Japan Xperia GX and Xperia SX are LTE enabled with download speeds of up to 75mbps. They come with 1.5GHz dual core processors for faster performance and Reality Display powered by the Mobile BRAVIA® Engine for razor sharp clarity, full HD video and Sony Exmor R™ for mobile, enabling the capture of high quality, bright pictures and HD videos even in low light. With HD sharing through DLNA, and HDMI, controlling the smartphone with the TV remote control when connected to the TV, Xperia GX also deliver a full HD experience on the big screen.

New media applications
Bringing the best of Sony technology and premium entertainment experiences, Xperia GX and Xperia SX also introduce three new media applications:

The “WALKMAN” application integrates signature high quality audio technologies such as clear stereo, clear bass, VPT surround sound, manual equalizer and xLOUD™ with new innovative ways to play, discover and recommend music.
The “Album” application brings new intuitive ways to sort and browse high quality photos and videos in blazing speed, as well as providing instant viewing, commenting and sharing of photos on Facebook and other online albums, leveraging the great camera capabilities of Xperia GX and Xperia SX.
The “Movies” application streamlines the playback and viewing of movies in high quality audio and video with intelligent database search to discover more info about the movie for a rich and immersive experience.

Xperia GX – capture ultra real memories in high definition
Xperia GX boasts a 4.6” HD resolution screen for superior viewing. With a 13MP camera and full HD video recording, Xperia GX enables consumers to capture unforgettable moments in the highest quality, wherever they are. Building on the design success of Xperia arc, Xperia GX incorporates a matte texture and slimline body which fits perfectly into the consumer’s palm or pocket.

Key features for Xperia GX4.6” Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine for razor-sharp clarity.
1.5GHz dual-core processor for faster performance.
16GB internal flash storage.
13MP camera with Sony Exmor R for mobile, HD video recording, and Sony technology to take 3D panoramic images.
Launching on Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich.
Available in white and black.

Xperia SX – the world’s lightest LTE smartphone
Xperia SX combines a sleek and simplistic design with high functionality. Xperia SX is the world’s lightest* LTE smartphone weighing only 95 grams. It has an iconic design with a slim body makes it easy to fit into the consumer’s hand or pocket.

Key features for Xperia SXWorld’s lightest LTE smartphone, weighing only 95g.
3.7” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine.
1.5GHz dual-core processor for faster performance.
8GB internal flash storage.
8MP camera with Sony Exmor R for mobile, HD video recording, and Sony technology to take 3D panoramic images.
Japanese specific features such as infrared port data exchange, mobile wallet and mobile TV.
Launching on Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich.
Available in black and white.
Xperia GX and Xperia SX will be available in the Japanese market from summer 2012.
*As of May 7th, 2012, Sony Mobile Communications research.

Sony “make.believe”, Bravia and Exmor R are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Xperia is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Mobile Communications AB. Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

About Sony Mobile Communications
Sony Mobile Communications is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation, a leading global innovator of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for both the consumer and professional markets. Through its Xperia™ smartphone portfolio, Sony Mobile Communications delivers the best of Sony technology, premium content and services, and easy connectivity to Sony’s world of networked entertainment experiences.

Source: Sony Mobile Press

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Samsung Galaxy S II LTE – GT i9210

In addition to offering a high standard of connectivity, the GALAXY S II LTE delivers powerful performance due to its 1.5GHz dual core processor. Superior 3D graphic performance makes games and video consumption fast and smooth, while popular Web pages like Google, Yahoo and YouTube can load easily, giving customers instant access to the information they need.

A 4.5” Super AMOLED Plus display provides stunning visual clarity, with HD video and images taken on the device’s 8MP camera displayed in full vivid color. The GALAXY S II LTE also offers a rich content experience, with Social, Game and Music hubs all included, while the Readers Hub will be available for download after launch. These are in addition to a number of enterprise solutions aimed at increasing productivity. Running on Android 2.3, the GALAXY S II LTE is easy and intuitive to use.

Additionally, the GALAXY S II LTE can also be connected to up to eight devices via WiFi, meaning that files can be quickly and seamlessly synchronized with laptops, tablets and other Smartphones.

Tech Specs:

Samsung Galaxy S II – GT-i9210
General and Software
Countries	Global
Series	Samsung Galaxy
Form Factor	Candybar
Operating System	Android 2.3 Gingerbread -- Touchwiz 4,0
Physical Keyboard	No, virtual QWERTY
Announced	28 August 2011
Status Available	2011 November
Browser & Internet	Android browser – HTML, XHTML – HTML5, CSS
Adobe Flash Support	Yes
Java	MIDP
Display
Size, diagonal	4.5 inches – 11.43 cm
Display Resolution	480 x 800 pixels
Generalized Pixel Density	207 ppi
	Super AMOLED Plus - Touchscreen – Capacitive – 16M colors - Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Connectivity
WAN / Network 2G	GSM: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
WAN / Network 3G	UMTS: 900 / 2100 MHz
WAN / Data	GPRS Class 12 / EDGE Class 12 – HSDPA+ 42 Mbps / HSUPA 5,76 Mbps
4G	LTE: 800 / 1800 / 2600 Mhz
Wireless LAN	WiFi a/b/g/n -- WiFi Direct – Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP + EDR – DLNA
USB	MicroUSB 2.0 + HS – Mass storage – Charging connector – MHL
Audio/Video Output	HDMI (via MHL/USB)
Audio jack 3,5 mm	Yes
GPS / Location Based Services	A-GPS – NMEA 0183 protocol – Internal antena
	NFC (Near Field Communication) optional
Camera
Camera Resolution (max)	Rear: 8 megapixeles – 3264 x 2448 pixels – CMOS sensor – f2.4
Camera secundary	Front: 2 megapixel
Camera Focus	Autofocus
Camera Flash	Flash LED
Camera Zoom	Zoom digital 8x
Media
Audio Player	Codec : MP3, AAC, AAC＋, eAAC＋, WMA,FLAC, OGG
Video Player	Codec : MPEG4/H.263/H.264 – Format: 3GPP, MPEG4, MKV
Video Recording	1080p HD – 1.920 x 1.080 pixels – 30 fps
Video Playback	1080p HD – 1.920 x 1.080 pixels – 30 fps
	Music Player with SoundAlive - Music Hub
Speakerphone	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes
Radio FM	Radio FM Stereo + RDS
Voice Recording	Voice dialing – Voice commands – Voice recording
Processor and memory
Processor / SoC	Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon APQ8060 – S3 – 45 nm + ARMv7 – CPU 1.2/1.5 GHz Dual core Scorpion – L2: 512 kB – GPU Adreno 220 – Single-channel 333 MHz ISM/266 MHz LPDDR2 – 2011 – Connectivity features not included (lacks modem)
Processor Clock Speed	1.5 Mhz
RAM	1GB
Internal memory	16GB
Memory Card Type	microSD
Memory Card Size Supported	Up to 32GB
Sensors
Accelerometer	Yes
Digital Compass	Yes
Proximity Sensor	Yes
Ambient Light Sensor	Yes
Additional features	Gyroscope
Notifications	Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
Power
Battery Type	Standard battery, Li-on 1.850 mAh
Talk time	2G: 10 h. 48 m. – 3G: 5 h. 48 m.
Stand-by time	2G: 310 h. – 3G: 230 h.
Divers
Messaging	MMS, SMS – Email (IMAP4, POP3, SMTP) - IM (ChatON, G-talk) – Push Email
Games	Yes, downloadable - AllShare Play – Games Hub
Color	Dark-gray
Phone Book	Yes
Organizer	Yes
Agenda	Yes
Calendar	Yes
Task	Yes
Notes	Yes
Predictive text	Yes
Watch	Yes
Alarm	Yes
Diary	Yes
Calculator	Yes
Document Viewer	Yes
Flight mode	Yes
Weight	130 grams (4.60 oz)
Dimensions	129.8 x 68.8 x 9.49 mm(5.11 x 2.71 x 0.37 in)
	Computer synchronization - OTA synchronization – Samsung Kies 2.0 – Kies Air – Samsung Apps – Google Play
	Social Hub, Readers Hub, Music Hub, Games Hub
	Google Mobile Services Gmail, Google Talk, Google Search, YouTube, Android Market , Google Maps with Google Places and Google Latitude

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Samsung Alemania - Samsung Galaxy S II LTE – GT-i9210
Samsung Mobile Press - Samsung Galaxy S II LTE
Press: Samsung speeds up the Smarter Life with LTE versions of the GALAXY S II and GALAXY Tab 8.9
Samsung Canada: Samsung Galaxy S II LTE - SGH-i727R

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Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE – XT897 – Sprint

Shoot off texts and emails faster than ever before. Wondering how? Motorola PHOTON Q features a keyboard with 5 full rows of laser-cut, evenly spaced and elevated keys including a row just for numbers. That means your fingers fly effortlessly when writing your notes. Add to that LED edge-lighting and you’ll see where your fingers are even in the dark. Typing has never been easier.

Featuring a 4.3” ColorBoost display, the Motorola  PHOTON Q makes doing everything on your phone...well, better. Browse the web without enlarging text, look at detail-rich pictures without having to zoom in, and on a screen this size, watching a show won’t strain your eyes. And with our exclusive ColorBoost display, colors are incredibly rich and vibrant, and words are more clear than ever before.

Want your phone to last longer? Now it does. The unique SMARTACTIONS app can make your battery last longer just by changing settings you’re not using. Don’t want to be distracted when you’re at the movies? Set a rule to send callers straight to voicemail, unless of course they’re on your “VIP callers” list. Finally spend less time managing your smartphone and more time enjoying it.

When your phone has the speed to do anything, nothing should stand in your way, especially your network. Lucky for you Motorola  PHOTON Q is 4G LTE, 1.5 GHz dual-core fast. With speeds up to 10x faster than 3G, you’ll be browsing faster, downloading large files in seconds and adding another update before your social circle has a chance to comment. The only question left is: What will you do with all that extra time?

Shoot from every angle. Motorola  PHOTON Q makes it easy to capture every wonderful moment with the 8MP rear camera, the 1.3MP front-facing camera or the HD video recorder. Share all your pics or just the favs instantly through email, text or on your favorite social site. Or open Google+ Hangout™ and start a group video chat with up to 9 of your friends.

Set up meetings, conference with colleagues, access and edit reports internationally without ever setting foot in the office. On Motorola  PHOTON Q, it’s possible. And with advanced security features, like government-grade encryption, your IT department won’t stop you. Certified Business Ready, this is the world phone that gets things done.

(Source: Motorola)

Tech Specs - Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE - XT897 - Sprint
General and Software
Countries	USA – Sprint
Other names or variations	Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE – XT897 – Motorola Asanti (Sprint) Motorola Electrify MB853 (U.S. Cellular) Motorola Photon 4G MB855 (Sprint – USA) Motorola Electrify 2 XT881 (U.S. Cellular)
Form Factor	Side-Slider
Operating System	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich
Physical Keyboard	Si – Fisical QWERTY keyboard
Announced	26 July 2012
Status Available	Q3 2012
Browser & Internet	Android Webkit – Google Chrome – HTML5
Adobe Flash Support	Adobe Flash Player (downloadable)
Java	MIDP
Display
Size, diagonal	4.3 inches – 109 mm
Display Resolution	qHD 540 x 960 pixels
Generalized Pixel Density	256 ppi
	TFT, LCD – Capacitive – Touchscreen – 16M colors – Scratch-resistant glass – Water-resistant and dustproof – ColorBoost
Connectivity
WAN / Network 2G	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz CDMA 800 / 1900 MHz
WAN / Network 3G	UMTS / WCDMA: 850 / 1900 / 2100 MHz CDMA2000 EV-DO Release A
WAN / Data	GPRS / EDGE – HSDPA / HSUPA – HSPA+
WAN / Netwok 4G	LTE 1900 MHz
Wireless LAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n – DLNA – 4G Mobile hotspot
Bluetooth	Bluetooth Class 2, Version 4.0 LE + EDR + A2DP
USB	microUSB v2.0 (High Speed 480 Mbps max) – Mass storage – Charging connector
Audio/Video Output	micro HDMI Type D – HDMI 1.4
Audio jack 3,5 mm	Yes
GPS / Location Based Services	eCompass, Standalone GPS, aGPS (assisted) with Google Maps, Google Latitude, Google Maps Street View
Camera
Camera Resolution (max)	8 megapixels – 3264 x 2448 pixels
Camera secundary	1.3 megapixels – HD 720p
Camera Focus	Autofocus
Camera Flash	Flash LED
Camera Zoom (max)	Yes
Additional Camera Features	Anti-banding, Color effects, Scenes, White balance, Geotagging
	NFC
Media
Media Formats	Android core media formats
Audio Player	AAC , AAC+ , H.264 , MIDI , MP3 , MPEG-4 , Real Audio , WAV , WMA v10 , WMV v10
Video Player	MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV
Video Recording	1080p HD – 1920 x 1080 pixels – 30 fps
Video Playback	1080p HD – 1920 x 1080 pixels – 30 fps
	Google Play Music
Speakerphone	Yes
Loudspeaker	Mono
Radio FM	FM stereo with RDS
Voice Recording	Voice dialing - Voice commands - Voice recording
Processor and memory
Processor / SoC	Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8960 – 28 nm + ARMv7 – CPU 1.5/1.7 GHz Dual core Krait – L2: 1MB - GPU Adreno 225 - Dual-channel 500 MHz LPDDR2 – 2012 Level 1 cache: 32KB data / 32KB instructions – Level 2 cache: 1024KB
Processor Clock Speed	1.5 GHz
RAM	1GB LPDDR2 SDRAM
ROM	8GB Flash EEPROM
Memory Card Type	microSD
Memory Card Size Supported	Up to 32GB
Sensors
Accelerometer	Yes
Digital Compass	Yes
Proximity Sensor	Yes
Ambient Light Sensor	Yes
Notifications	Vibration, MP3, WAV, Polyphonic, Notification Light Tricolor
Power
Battery Type	Standard Li-Ion 1785 mAh
Talk time	Up to 7 hgours, 30 mins
Stand-by time	Up to 220 hours
Divers
Messaging	MMS, SMS, email (Corporate Sync, Google Mail, POP3/IMAP embedded, Push Email), Visual Voice Mail
Games	Yes, downloadable
Color	Black
Phone Book	Yes
Organizer	Yes
Agenda	Yes
Calendar	Yes
Task	Yes
Notes	Yes
Predictive text	Yes
Watch	Yes
Alarm	Yes
Diary	Yes
Calculator	Yes
Document Viewer	Yes
Flight mode	Yes
Weight	170 grams (6.0 oz)
Dimensions	126.4 x 66 x 13.7 mm (4.98 x 2.60 x 0.54 in)
	Business Ready security, producitivity and connectiviy features that go above and beyond the typical smartphones. Government-grade encryption protects your email, contacts and calendar, while the VPN keeps you securely plugged into the office when you’re away. Learn how to make your productivity soar with Motorola Business Ready. – 3LM-enabled
	Hands-free Speakerphone Caller ID: Ringer ID, Picture ID, On main display Voice dialing
	Full Google Mobile Services - Android platform – Social networking integration
	SMARTACTIONS extends your battery life, automate everyday tasks and make suggestions to improve and personalize your smartphone.
	Wallpapers: preloaded and downloadable
	Computer synchronization, OTA synchronization
	Hearing Aid Compatibility - M3/T3 Rating

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Motorola USA - Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE
First Sprint 4G LTE-enabled Device with Full QWERTY and International Capabilities, Motorola PHOTON™ Q 4G LTE, Coming Soon

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