I was joining the discussions in some online forums dedicated to mobile phones and I noticed that a lot of people want to know about the difference bet ween the iPhone and the 3G version. So I decided to do some research on this topic and detail the difference between the two popular handsets.

I think the first difference to look at is the mobile network. The 3G iPhone is largely distinguished from the original iPhone by 3G technology. That's obviously why it's commonly called the 3G iPhone or iPhone 3G.

The original iPhone operated on the standard network and people were complaining that the EDGE network was just not fast enough. So the major upgrade on the new iPhone is that it can access high-speed 3G mobile networks built on the UMTS/WCDMA technology. With this upgrade, the 3G iPhone can achieve speeds of up to 3.6Mbps.

Next let's tackle the appearance or the design of the devices. The original iPhone has a unique and sophisticated look that emphasizes that it's a touchscreen device. The 3G iPhone does not really look very different from the original. It's a successful design so there's really no point in making radical changes. The iPhone is not as tall as the original but it is slightly wider. It's obvious that the significant differences between the first and second iPhone models can be found inside the unit.

Let's proceed with the Audi quality. Some experts were unimpressed with the audio quality during phone calls of the original iPhone so Apple made sure to make improvements in the next generation device. The 3G iPhone offers improved audio quality during phone calls and loud speaker. It also comes with a standard 3.5mm stereo plug top allow users to use any headphones.

Battery life is one of the concerns that have been expressed by some experts. You see 3G technology is infamous for using up a lot of energy. Obviously this is not a concern for the original iPhone because it's 2G. Unfortunately, some early reviews on the 3G iPhone indicates that the battery isn't performing well.

Let's move on to the camera. Some mobile phone fans were disappointed when the found out that both the iPhone and the 3G version will offer practically the same 2.0 Megapixel, fixed-lens camera. However, putting in a more powerful camera would drive up the price and that doesn't jive with the plan to sell the 3G iPhone at a cheaper price. Apple claimed that software tweaks will improve the camera's performance. However, tests shows that there is no significance differences in the image taken from the camera.

When it comes to features and services, it's logical that the 3G version offers more than the original iPhone. After all, it's an upgrade so it's bound to offer more in this category. For instance, the 3G iPhone offers the built-in GPS receiver which offers maps for navigation.

Well, I think this is long enough. I hope that this post can answer some of the questions posted by those who want to know more about the iPhone 3G. Tune in to this blog for more mobile phone news and info.

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Here's some breaking news from AT&T. The 3G iPhone set to hit AT&t stores on July 11th, the Mobile phone carrier has decided to announce the pricing information for Apple's hit device.

According to the company, new and existing AT&T customers will be able to choose from several attractive voice and data plans if they want to get the 3G iPhone. AT&T also provided some tips on how to be "iReady" when iPhone 3G goes on sale at AT&T retail stores.

Ralph de la Vega, the president and CEO of AT&T's wireless unit released this statement as part of the announcement.

"We can't wait to offer iPhone 3G to our customers, and we want to make sure the buying process is as easy as possible. Considering all the great new features of iPhone 3G, we think our pricing and monthly plans present a tremendous value for consumers and businesses alike."

You can read the whole announcement or press release by clicking this link: AT&T Announces iPhone 3G Pricing and Tips. But I have also prepared a summary of the information on the announcement. Here they are:

• Customers who purchased an iPhone before July 11, new customers, and customer who are eligible for an upgrade discount will get the 8GB 3G iPhone for $199 and the 16GB iPhone for $299.

• The 8GB model will be offered for $399 to customers who are not eligible for a discount. They will also be charged $499 for the 16GB model.

• New and old customers will be required to commit to a new two-year agreement.

• Apple's new iPhone will require one of four plans, which bundle voice minutes with unlimited data for web and email use.

• The unlimited minutes and data plan will cost $130 per month, the 1350-minute plan will cost $110, the 900-minute plan will cost $90 and the 450-minute plan will cost $70.

• Messaging is not included in any of these plans and must be added separately. $20 buys unlimited messaging, $15 buys 1500 messages, and $5 buys 200 messages per month.

• Any iPhone customer seeking corporate email support will need a $45 business data plan.

• AT&T will offer no-contract availability of the 3G iPhone at the full retail price of $599 for the the 8GB model and $699 price for the 16GB models in the future.

Tune in to this blog for more updates on the 3G iPhone and other mobile phone topics.

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Here's some new mobile phone updates from Nokia. Apparently the company has just unveiled two new devices for its ESeries line up.

The mobile phone maker has just announced the arrival of the Nokia E71 and Nokia E66. The company heralds these devices as the latest email-optimized devices in the Eseries product range. Nokia's Eseries mobile phones are business-oriented smartphones characterized by support for corporate e-mail push services and enhanced connectivity.

Nokia claims that these new products will easily mobilize a broad range of personal or professional messaging needs. This includes one of the world's most widely adopted corporate email solutions, the Microsoft Exchange application.

The Nokia E66 and E71 are fully equipped for easy-to-install and easy-to-use professional and personal email. This capability will give users who use Microsoft Exchange at work the ability to access their email using the Mail for Exchange mobile email client.

Reliable real-time access to email, calendar, contacts and tasks are a breeze with these new Nokia Eseries mobile phones. The Nokia E7 and E66 also makes downloading attachments like Word, Excel, Powerpoint or PDF files directly easy and reliable.

Both of these Nokia Eseries devices also support email accounts from more than a thousand internet service providers. Gmail, Yahoo! mail and Hotmail users will can use these devices to access their emails. Each of these Nokia phones offer unique features so leach look at them separately.


The Nokia E71 is covered by stainless steel case designed with etched graphics. The new Nokia E series handset is available in grey steel and white steel. This new handset overs great design quality and craftsmanship. The Nokia E71 device's brilliantly simple user interface is complemented by the cool metallic finish.

This handset was designed to be comfortable for both one-handed and two-handed use.The designers of integrated ergonomics into the E71 as shown by narrow shape and unique keypad design.

If you want a mobile phone with a premiun feel and look, then you should check out the Nokia E66. Its stainless steel accents and smooth sliding design will giver you what you desire. It is available in grey steel and white steel versions that will leave a lasting impression as a well designed, sophisticated business tool.

It also offers premium features like an enhanced calendar, contacts and customizable home screen modes. The Nokia E66 also offers an orientation sensor. These feature automatically optimizes the device for full screen viewing or silences the ringer when the device is turned over.

There you go. I'm sure these magnificent products will stimulate your interests. Tune in for mobile mobile phone news and updates from this cell phone blog.

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Here's some excellent news for HTC and business phone users. The mobile phone makers has just announced the HTC Touch Pro, an advanced next generation business phone.

HTC, one of the global leaders in mobile phone innovation and design, has completed the process of creating a handset that would bring a beautiful new angle to mobile business productivity. The HTC Touch Pro offers similar styling and functionality of the highly anticipated Touch Diamond. However, the newly-unveiled business mobile phone has been equipped with a variety of business-focused enhancements that help to make make completing work done on the go quick and easy.

Here's a statement from HTC Corp. president and CEO, Peter Chou on the release of the HTC Touch Pro:

“The HTC Touch Pro and Touch Diamond have created a new generation of HTC touch devices that make the promise of the one-hand, one-touch mobile Internet a reality. HTC Touch Pro is for those customers that demand the ease of use and enjoyment of TouchFLO™ 3D and want the styling of the Touch Diamond but also need the powerful mobile business experience that HTC delivers.”

The Touch Pro has been designed to fit comfortably in a user’s hand and combines the direct precision of HTC’s trademark sliding keyboard design with elegant touch screen response. This business handset offers a five-row QWERTY keyboard layout that makes it easier to do typing-intensive tasks like composing email or working on Microsoft Office® documents. It also offers a built-in TV-out functionality that provides users with a means deliver PowerPoint® presentations.

The HTC Touch Pro also combination of features and functionality. For exanple, this mobile phone's 2.8 inch display provides near-print quality viewing that enables beautiful Web browsing and viewing of photographs. Customers can also get clear and consistent photos from a built-in camera that includes an optical auto-focus lens.

Here are the details on the HTC Touch Pro's Specifications,

• • Size: 102 x 51 x 18.05mm
• • Weight: 165 g
• • Connectivity: WCDMA / HSPA: 900/2100MHz. HSDPA 7.2 Mbps
• • Operating system: Windows Mobile® 6.1 Professional
• • Display: 2.8-inch VGA touch screen
• • Camera: 3.2MP, with the second VGA camera for video calling
• • Internal memory: 512 MB flash, 288 MB RAM
• • Expansion Slot: microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)
• • Keyboard: Slide-out 5 row QWERTY keyboard
• • Bluetooth: 2.0 with EDR
• • Wireless: WiFi 802.11b/g
• • GPS: GPS/AGPS
• • Interface: HTC ExtUSB (11-pin mini-USB 2.0, audio jack, and TV out in one)
• • Battery: 1340 mAh
• • Talk time: GSM: up to 8 hours
• • Standby time: GSM: up to two-weeks
• • Chipset: Qualcomm MSM 7201A 528MHz

In late summer, customers across all major European, Asian and the Middle East markets will be able to get the HTC Touch Pro. Customers in North and Latin America will get their versions of Touch Pro before the year ends.

If you are interested in this device, then you should check out mobile phone sites that offer reviews on upcoming devices. Those sites will give you the pros, cons, features, and even the cell phone ratings of any device you want to purchase. It always helps to know the opinions of users and experts on a particular device. Tune in to this blog for more mobile phone news and announcements.

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It seems that Apple's iPhone will now conquer the globe? Will this put an end to the fake iPhones in the mobile phone market? I don't know but let's explore the rest of the story. After all, the iPhone may soon be launched in your country.

Recently, there have been stories and rumors about an operator making a deal to launch the iPhone in several countries. This time, Orange has announced that they have completed a deal with Apple that will give them the authority to launch the iPhone in ten markets around the globe.

Orange will be releasing the Apple iPhone on the following countries:

• Austria
• Belgium
• The Dominican Republic
• Egypt
• Jordan
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Switzerland
• Africa

However, the launching dates for these countries have not been revealed. Is your country on that list? If not, then you shouldn't worry. At this rate, the iPhonwe will be released in your country. Anyway, let's get back to the story.

In Austria, Egypt, Portugal and Africa, the iPhone may be available from multiple carriers. T-Mobile has also announce it will release the iPhone in Austria. Vodafone has its own list of “ten countries for the iPhone” which include a few countries listed in Orange's list.

It's probable that other global operators will be releasing the iPhone in more places. The iPhone may be spreading like wildfire around the world to make way for the next generation device. The 3G version is rumored to be released soon and some say that it will be the standard communications device in the near future.


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Here's a juicy iPhone update:

The New York Times has punlished that some multiple label executives have confirmed that Apple is looking to expand its iTunes ringtone collection by June. The number is said to be far more than was targeted in the past. Downloadable song snippets and ringback tones are included in Apple's list. However, the labels feel that these ringtones should cost more over a hypothetical 3G iTunes store than the current Wi-Fi option.

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Here's some great news for mobile phone fanatics. Nokia has just announced the release of three new mobile phones that embodies the balance between mobile functionality and sophisticated handset design.

Customers can soon get their hands on the Nokia 6600 fold, the Nokia 6600 slide and the Nokia 3600 slide when they become available in the third quarter. These new Nokia phones present an appealing set of user-friendly features contained within a smooth, minimalist handset design. Let’s look at the details for each of the new wireless phone.

Nokia 6600 Slide

This new mobile phone is one of the smallest in Nokia's slider collection. With its glossy, high-quality steel covers and aluminum center key, the appearance of the Nokia 6600 Slide projects visual simplicity and understated elegance. It also offers a new and intuitive tapping feature. A hidden display conveniently indicates time, snoozes, alerts and silences or rejects incoming phone calls when the user taps the device twice.

The Nokia 6600 Slide sports a 3.2 megapixel camera that users can use to take high quality pictures and videos. They can then share these pictures and videos with others via multimedia message or online services. The device also offers a large 2.2" QVGA display with 16 million colors. Combined with the integrated Nokia Maps application and enhanced with an optional Nokia Bluetooth GPS Module LD-4W and separate navigation license, the display becomes a reliable tool to aid people in finding their destination.

Nokia 3600 Slide

This fresh Nokia wireless device was designed to attract users with a mix of tasteful colors, materials and tactile finishes, and a full range of the latest features. This device is beautiful to both sight and touch with its soft ceramic paint and metal combined with high gloss surfaces and gradated colors.

The Nokia 3600 slide earned the distinction of being the first background noise cancellation equipped handset from Nokia. Music lovers can listen to their favorite artists with the built-in music player of the Nokia 3600 Slide. They can also store up to 3000 favorite songs on an optional 4 microSD card.

A 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and 2 LED flash is packed into this device's compact and stylish design. The Nokia 3600 slide's camera is an excellent tool for taking pictures or videos, even in dim lighting conditions. It also features a pre-installed Nokia Maps application with an optional Nokia Bluetooth GPS.

Nokia 6600 Fold

The elegant Nokia 6600 fold will opens to reveal a stunningly bright 2.13'' OLED screen displaying up to 16 million colors with one touch of a button. The signature "smooth back" of the Nokia 6600 fold creates a comfortable contour when open, and remains subtle and compact when closed thanks to its seamless design.

This device also offers the tapping feature which brings the high-gloss surface of the Nokia 6600 to life when tapped twice. The hidden outer display reveals time, incoming messages, missed calls and more when activated by a couple of taps. The same process applies when snoozing alerts and silences or rejecting incoming phone calls.

This device also offers 3G technology allows for faster pictures and videos sharing. The integrated 2 megapixel camera with double LED flash of the Nokia 6600 Fold can produce pictures worthy of being posted on Internet services such as Yahoo! Go or Flickr.

This new mobile phone unveiling is a good demonstration of why Nokia is the top mobile phone maker in the world. These attractive phones help to keep the company well out of reach of its closest rivals.

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Recently, Reuters reported a significant development that may change the mobile phone manufacturing industry. It became clear that Motorola was unable to find quick fix solutions for its problems when it announced that it would split into two publicly traded entities next year.

This seems to be the right decision as Motorola's shares rose 26 cents to $10.02 after they made the announcement. The company has continued to suffer from market share losses to Nokia, Samsung Electronics and other top rivals. The company also suffered a huge a loss in market value of 60 percent to about $22 billion in just over a year forcing the company to form a plan to split.

The company is looking into separating its mobile phone unit from the rest of the business. Besides manufacturing mobile phone devices, Motorola also manufactures network equipment and television set-top boxes.

Experts think that this decision may be able to help the company's recovery. The mobile phone manufacturer may find it easier to negotiate a joint venture or a sale for the cell phone business. However, top talent could leave amid the uncertainty that is besieging the the company.

Motorola has also decided to give in to activist investor Carl Icahn's demands. However, Carl is still determined to pursue the proxy battle he has waged with Motorola. If Motorola agrees to place Keith Meister on the bored, then Icahn will take a less aggressive stance. Meister is the chairman of Icahn Enterprises and manager of the investor's $8 billion fund.

I hope that Motorola will be able to benefit from this decision. I also hope that they will continue to provide quality mobile phones to consumers. Competition between manufacturers ensures that they will continue to provide the best products possible so taking Motorola out of the competition may not benefit consumers.

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