Double joy The new BlackBerry handsets from Research In Motion are available in two versions, the black 8700g and the silver 8700v. Both models feature an Intel processor, 64 megabytes of flash memory, 16MB of static random access memory, high-resolution screen, full qwerty keyboard, and a unique light-sensing technology that automatically adjusts screen and keyboard lighting levels for optimal use in outdoor, indoor and dark environments. The 8700v model, exclusive to and customised for SmarTone-Vodafone users, can send voice clips by e-mail and forward e-mail attachments to fax for printout. It costs $4,388, but is $500 cheaper with a 12-month SmarTone-Vodafone contract. The 8700g is sold by CSL and 3 Hong Kong for special subscription contract prices of $3,988 and $3,980, respectively.
Handy clamshell
SmarTone-Vodafone, with the largest number of 3G handsets brands in Hong Kong, has added Toshiba's first 3G mobile phone for the local market. Made in Japan, the new TX60 clamshell handset comes with a 1.4-inch external display, 2.2-inch screen, stereo twin speakers, stereo headset with remote control, web browser, 2.3-megapixel camera, 13.5x digital zoom, MP3 and full video playback support, mini SD card expandable memory of up to 1 gigabyte, and infrared, USB and Bluetooth connections. It also offers talk time of 190 minutes, video calling time of 100 minutes and standby time of 380 hours on a single charge of its battery. Available in black, white or lime, the Toshiba TX60 costs $4,180. Its special service subscription price starts from $3,380.
Superb sound Goodbye, grand stereo. Hello, iPod Hi-Fi. Apple Computer has reinterpreted the home stereo with an innovatively designed boom box that integrates seamlessly with all dock-connector-equipped iPod MP3 players. It features a unique isolated enclosure that includes two custom-designed, wide-range speakers and a tuned, ported bass system. Such a set-up minimises vibration while maximising sound quality, allowing users to listen to their favourite music with sound clarity and rich, deep bass. It also has a removable front grille with precision-mounting clips, touch-sensitive volume control buttons, the Apple Remote for easy song and volume control from anywhere in the room, a universal power supply incorporated into the all-in-one design, and the ability to power from six D-cell batteries. The iPod Hi-Fi costs $2,800.
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