Designed specifically for the Japanese market, the new Xperia GX is scheduled to hit the local stores starting Summer 2012. Mentioned as the first Sony LTE smartphone along with its little brother ‘Xperia SX’, this Android-based smartphone is powered by a 1.5GHz dual core processors, 16GB internal flash storage, and is configured with a 4.6” Reality Display (sounds like Retina display, right?).

Regarding camera system, Sony Xperia GX features a 13MP camera with Sony Exmor R for mobile, HD video recording, and Sony technology to take 3D panoramic images. And to deliver full entertainment experience, the Xperia GX comes pre-loaded with three new media apps including “WALKMAN”, “Album” media library that’s connected to sicial network, and “Movies” app to playe video and audio.
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I am a bit late to show you the unique Android-based product from ASUS — the PadFone. Available in Taiwan since April 20, 2012, ASUS PadFone is a 4.3″ smartphone featuring a Super AMOLED qHD display. But the most selling point is the unique design which combines the function of a phone, a pad, as well as a notebook. Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 dual core 1.5GHz processor, ASUS PadFone is able to transform into a 10.1 tablet or even further into an ultraportable computing device, thank to the PadFone Station and the optional keyboard dock. And the PadFone Stylus Headset can transform into a headset for picking up calls easily (see video below).
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Just to refresh your mind, LG first launched the Optimus LTE in October 2011 in Korea, but now the world’s first HD LTE smartphone is currently available in more countries including America, Canada, and Japan. I don’t know how success it is in comparison with Samsung Galaxy S in term of sales (not specs), but according to the company, Optimus LTE had exceeded over one million units in Late January (or in the first three months).

If you want to enter and join the emerging LTE era, now the Optimus LTE is not the only LG’s device you can have. At MWC 2012, LG introduced a new LTE-capable smatrphone — the Optimus VU. But I can’t say that the origin Optimus LTE is already obsolete, as the Optimus VU still in the process to hit the shelves. Optimus VU just says hello in Korea this month, and I think it needs an extra time to poke its fans in America, United Kingdom, and the rest of the world. Is your country ready for the LTE network? I hope yes.
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With a 5.3″ of display size, I think the BLU Studio 5.3 is closer to tablet than smartphone, it’s only 1.7″ less than the Galaxy Tab 7″, right?. Designed to combine the user experience of a tablet with smartphone compatibility, the BLU Studio 5.3 smartphone boasts a high resolution 5.3″ WVGA LCD screen, but that’s not the most selling point. So? It’s offered at only 199 Euros unlocked! Have you woken up?

Regarding powerhouse, the BLU Studio 5.3 large-screen smartphone is powered by MediaTek’s MT6573 processor and enhanced with a POWERVR Series5 SGX GPU to enable advanced 3D graphics capability. First displayed at MWC 2012, this affordable device is available unlocked with Dual SIM support in the US and Latin America with the MT6573 650MHz variant.
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C Spire introduced the Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY to celebrate the holiday season. Designed to create the ultimate gaming experience, this Android touchscreen smartphone comes pre-loaded with seven game titles, including Madden NFL 11, Bruce Lee Dragon Warrior, Asphalt 6:Adrenaline, The Sims 3, Star Battalion, Crash Bandicoot and Tetris. Powered by 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon II processor with Adreno 205 GPU, the Xperia PLAY also features 4-inch multi-touch display; up to 60 frames per second graphics, stereo speakers; 5 Megapixel rear-facing camera; VGA forward-facing camera; Built-in support for Google Mobile Services; and Mobile hotspot.
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Nokia’s Lumia 800 is the first great release from the former mobile giant in many years and is truly a tantalising phone. This is Nokia’s first step back into the premium phone ring since the N8 and Nokia’s first dabble with Windows Phone 7. Nokia will have many more Windows Phones on release in the coming years, although the Lumia 800 contracts will give us a taste of what’s to come. So, what are the best things about the Nokia Lumia 800 and does it deliver?
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For smartphone users, one of the key things they buy immediately after purchasing a new mobile phone contract is to start thinking about insurance. There are plenty of deals around for the iPhone 4S, but it’s worth investigating the different providers and factors to work out the most cost-effective and appropriate deal for each individual. The key factors to think about are the cost, the coverage so how the phone is protected, how users go about making a claim if the phone is lost or damaged and the provider themselves.
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Announced in February this year, the Samsung GALAXY S II has reached 10 million in global sales. The GALAXY S II uses Android 2.3 Gingerbread, and includes access to Samsung’s four new content and entertainment hubs delivering instant access to music, games, e-reading and social networking services. GALAXY S II‘s other highlights include: Dual-core application processor and advanced wireless network (HSPA+ 21) connectivity; BlueTooth 3.0+HS; 8MP camera and camcorder with 1080p full HD recording and playback.
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