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  • Preview: Huawei Vision smartphone

    Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei certainly knows how to build a bargain Android phone. But does it know how to build a bargain Android phone with style? That's what it is attempting with the launch of the Huawei Vision.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 23 Nov. 11 15:08
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    Hands on with the Dell Mini 3i smartphone

    The first Dell Mini 3i smartphone to go on sale anywhere in the world will be available in China this December for 4800 Chinese yuan (US$704) without a mobile phone contract, China Mobile representatives said Thursday.

    Written by Dan Nystedt • 20 Nov. 09 08:05

  • Palm Pre

    I have a confession to make: About two years ago I made a big mistake and bought a phone designed for mere mortals when what I really wanted was an Apple iPhone. Don't get me wrong -- my Sony Ericsson W580i has served me well -- but I'm ready to move up to a super-phone.

    Written by Brian Nadel • 22 June 09 14:15

  • BlueAnt Q1 Bluetooth headset

    If you have problems figuring out the buttons on Bluetooth headsets, the Q1 could make things easier

    Written by Barbara Krasnoff • 25 May 09 13:30
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    Sony Ericsson W595

    Another mid-range Walkman handset, the Sony Ericsson W595 mobile phone doesn’t offer anything new or groundbreaking and its build quality is questionable. Despite these issues, it remains a reasonable handset for the asking price

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 06 March 09 14:30
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    Thuraya SO-2510 satellite phone

    The Thuraya SO-2510 is a far cry from the traditional large and chunky satellite phones. In fact, it's claimed to be the world's smallest satellite phone. Although not rugged or waterproof, the SO-2510 should satisfy most users' needs in terms of reliability. Thuraya's reliance on a single satellite means coverage can be hit and miss, however.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 31 March 09 15:10

  • Iridium 9505A satellite phone

    The Iridium 9505A is a satellite phone with fast signal acquisition and a semi-rugged chassis that makes it resistant to water and shocks. Unfortunately, it is expensive and doesn't offer GSM network access.

    Written by David Ramli • 30 March 09 15:00

  • Thuraya SG-2520

    The Thuraya SG-2520 is a satellite and tri-band GSM smartphone that bundles features like a camera and a 1.9in colour LCD into a light and portable package.

    Written by David Ramli • 27 March 09 16:30

  • Sony Ericsson C510 mobile phone

    A feature-packed yet affordable 3G mobile phone, Sony Ericsson's C510 Cyber-shot boasts a 3.2-megapixel camera with sliding lens cover, a dual-LED flash and HSDPA connectivity. Although its features don't stray from the norm, the C510 is great value for money at this price.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 24 March 09 15:20

  • LG KF310 mobile phone

    An entry-level prepaid mobile phone boasting HSDPA connectivity and a microSD card slot, LG's KF310 is well featured for its price but it is let down by a mediocre design.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 20 March 09 10:00

  • Sony Ericsson W705

    The latest addition to the range of Walkman mobile phones is the Sony Ericsson W705. Though this mid-range, HSDPA-capable mobile phone doesn’t offer any groundbreaking features, the W705 scores points for an excellent design. It is also the first Walkman phone to include Wi-Fi connectivity.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 17 March 09 16:10

  • HP iPAQ Voice Messenger

    The HP iPAQ Voice Messenger is a stylish smartphone that is definitely worth some attention. Unfortunately, HP has let down the iPAQ brand by implementing a frustrating control system and giving the Voice Messenger an uncomfortable keypad.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 16 March 09 15:30

  • DualSim Slider

    According to the company behind the DualSim Slider, it is the first mobile phone available in Australia to support the use of two SIM cards simultaneously. Unfortunately, it is let down by a mediocre "Magic Touch" control system.

    Written by Ross Catanzariti • 02 March 09 09:20

  • Apple's MacBook -- The case of the new machine

    Whenever Apple releases newly designed products -- meaning hardware offering more than just a speed bump -- the greater question is, "What does it mean?" That is, are the new features mere anomalies, or are they something truly new that will set the shape, material and design of the future?

    Written by Dan Turner • 17 Oct. 08 09:40

  • The Asus Eee 1000 -- more power, still portable

    It often takes high-tech vendors three tries to get a product right. Microsoft is the best example of this rule of three. (Think of how buggy and insecure Windows XP was until 1Service Pack 2 came out. Upstart mini-laptop maker Asustek Computer, it turns out, is another.

    Written by Eric Lai • 04 Aug. 08 09:00

  • Previewing Singapore's free Wi-Fi service

    Singapore this month offered users a preview of Wireless@SG, a free Wi-Fi service that will enter operation in January 2007 and cover nearly the entire country. Looking to test the service and catch a glimpse of Singapore's wireless future, I spent an afternoon working from a cafe inside a busy downtown shopping mall.

    Written by Sumner Lemon • 29 Sept. 06 11:10

  • Product watch: Mobile messaging service

    Mobile carrier Hutchison in conjunction with US software company Seven Networks has introduced a competitor to the BlackBerry's mobile office solution, called Business Messaging.

    Written by Computerworld Staff • 28 Sept. 05 16:38

  • Mobile e-mail solution

    Having already teamed up to offer mobile messaging, BlackBerry and Vodafone have cut the price of their enterprise solution during September. Forking out $6350 will get you a 20-user BlackBerry Enterprise Server v4.0 licence, and five BlackBerry 7230 handhelds. This represents a $3349 discount.

    Written by Computerworld Staff • 07 Sept. 05 07:17

  • Web conferencing evolves

    World and economic conditions combined with technological advancements continue to alter the business-travel landscape.

    Written by Mike Heck • 12 May 05 10:36

  • SIP PBXes stake a claim

    SIP works. Not only does it work, but it is easier to use, implement, and configure than older VOIP standards.

    Written by Brian Chee and Wayne Rash • 05 May 05 12:05
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