Jan 02

Nokia N96 Gets Huge Firmware Update

Posted in: mobile, nokia, smartphone, Today's Chili

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Nokia has quietly released a major firmware update for the American version of its N96 smartphone, IntoMobile reports. Normally we don’t report on firmware revisions for specific handsets. But this is a big one, improving everything from overall stability and responsiveness to the camera’s image quality, Bluetooth compatibility, and the handset’s auto-lock feature.

In addition, the latest N96 firmware update adds compatibility with Nokia’s Mail on Ovi service, which lets owners sign up for new e-mail accounts directly from their devices. The revision also addresses a long list of specific bug fixes. The new N96 firmware update is now available via the Windows-based Nokia Software Updater.

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Dec 31

Nextar Launches Bluetooth Car Kits

Posted in: bluetooth, mobile, Today's Chili

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Nextar has announced the NXBT-001 and NXBT-002, two solar Bluetooth hands-free car kits designed for use when clipped to a sun visor. They recharge in standby mode without having to plug them into a DC power socket.

The NXBT-001 is a bit ungainly looking but offer up to 250 hours of standby time and 10 hours of talk time when fully charged. It includes a LED signal display, and supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Bluetooth profiles.

The smaller, sleeker NXBT-002 (pictured) offers 150 hours of standby time and up to six hours of talk time, but includes a backlit LCD display and caller ID. Both units will debut at CES next week and hit retailer shelves in the spring, with MSRPs of $59.99 (NXBT-001) and $69.99 (NXBT-002), respectively.

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Dec 29

LG Announces 3G-Capable LG-GD910 Watch

Posted in: LG, mobile, Today's Chili, video

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Anyone old enough to remember Dick Tracy will appreciate LG’s new cellular watch, a 3G-enabled mobile phone that comes with a 1.4-inch touchscreen, text-to-speech capability, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radios, and a music player. It also features built-in video conferencing, which many people don’t use today but could take off with a novel product like this one.

The unfortunately-named LG-GD910 is 0.6-inches thick, water resistant, and works over 3G HSDPA 7.2 data networks. There’s no mobile TV on board—but with voice and video calling, who needs it, really. LG announced the phone on Sunday but will debut it in person at CES next week; stay tuned. (Via eWEEK)

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