Engadget RSS Feed http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2013 AOL Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ <![CDATA[Unnecto Quattro hands-on (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/09/unnecto-quattro-hands-on-video/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/09/unnecto-quattro-hands-on-video/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/09/unnecto-quattro-hands-on-video/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Image

It's Italian for the number four and also the name of a certain German auto, but Unnecto's latest device bearing that very moniker has little to do with either. In fact, the star feature of this low-end Android 2.3.5 handset, shown off on the CTIA 2012 show floor, is its ability to accommodate dual-SIMs. Yes, much like the touchscreen-only TAP that preceded it, this phone offers users with multiple lines the option to pack two SIMs -- full-sized and micro -- for easy account switching.

Spec-wise, the 4-inch handset's not much to get hot and bothered about, loaded up as it is with a middling 800 x 480 TFT display, VGA front-facing / rear 5 megapixel cameras, 4GB of storage (augmented by a pre-loaded 8GB microSD) and a 1,400mAh battery. There's no dual-core running under the hood either, just a lone 650MHz MediaTek 6573 processor and it shows given that our brief hands-on with the preliminary software was riddled with lags and stutters. Keep in mind the phone's still a work in progress and that mostly stock UI will eventually ship sometime this June with a customized overlay. An upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich is also purportedly on deck for Q4, but we're somewhat skeptical the single core handset could even support it. As for the price, well that all important bit is still up in the air, although we've been told it should retail between $150 to $200. If you're interested in buying what Unnecto's selling, check out the gallery below and hop on past the break for a brief video demo.

Gallery: Unnecto Quattro hands-on

Terrence O'Brien contributed to this report.

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]]> 650MHzAndroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5CTIACTIA 2012CTIA Wireless 2012Ctia2012CtiaWireless2012dualSIMGingerbreadhands-onMediaTek 6573Mediatek6573mobilepostcrossQuattrosingle coreSingleCoreUnnectovideo Wed, 09 May 2012 15:07:00 -0400 21|20234889 <![CDATA[Panasonic Eluga now available unlocked in Europe, yours for £369 or €460]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/26/panasonic-eluga-now-available-in-europe/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/26/panasonic-eluga-now-available-in-europe/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/26/panasonic-eluga-now-available-in-europe/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Panasonic Eluga now available unlocked in Europe through Expansys, yours for £369 or €460

Wouldn't ya know it, but Panasonic was spot on with its announcement of the Eluga smartphone's European arrival this month. The elegant, waterproof handset is now available unlocked from Expansys, where it retails for £369 and approximately €460, with slight variations among countries. While the phone supports quadband GSM, its UMTS / HSPA connectivity is limited to the 2100MHz and 900MHz bands, which makes it less than ideal for North American use -- though, if you really want one, it seems safe to peg this one in the $600 territory.

Similarly available through NTT DoCoMo as the P-04D, we first managed to get a hands-on with the Eluga at Mobile World Congress. For those in need of a quick refresh, the phone features a TI OMAP 4430 SoC with a dual-core 1GHz CPU, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of built-in storage, a 4.3-inch qHD Super AMOLED display, an 8 megapixel rear camera and a rather paltry 1,150mAh battery. The Eluga includes a heavily-skinned version of Android 2.3.5, although an upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich has been pegged for release this summer. The phone represents Panasonic's return to the smartphone arena, and while it's a bit behind the curve, it's no doubt a fine starting point.

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5availableelugaeuropegingerbreadgooglemobilepostminip-04dpanasonicpanasonic elugaPanasonic P-04DPanasonicElugaPanasonicP-04dsmartphonesmartphonesunlocked Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:27:00 -0400 21|20223424 <![CDATA[M3 Android NFC Communicator mixes something old, something new for prepaid subs]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/22/m3-android-nfc-communicator-mixes-something-old-something-new-f/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/22/m3-android-nfc-communicator-mixes-something-old-something-new-f/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/22/m3-android-nfc-communicator-mixes-something-old-something-new-f/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Malaysia may not be on the tip of anyone's tongue when wireless comes to mind, but that's not stopping local outfit DMD Mobile from attempting to make its mark. Set for an official unveiling at next week's Mobile World Congress, the M3 Android NFC Communicator is the outfit's clumsily titled stab at the prepaid market in South Asia and the Middle East. The touchscreen handset, to be available in both 2.6-inch portrait QWERTY and 3.2-inch candybar form factors, comes loaded up with a surprising mix of last- and current-gen specs: 650Mhz single-core CPU running a skinned version of Gingerbread 2.3.5, support for dual-band HSPA+ (850 / 2100MHz) and quadband GSM, VGA front-facing / 3MP rear cameras, Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi and NFC. Sure, it's not the most thrilling of forward-looking devices to surface this year, but priced at RM500 (that's about US$165), it's certainly more of a great deal than it is bargain bin entry. Hit up the source below for additional info on this low-hanging mobile fruit.

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]]> AndroidAndroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5DMD MobileDmdMobileM3 Android NFC CommunicatorM3AndroidNfcCommunicatormalaysiamobile world congressmobilepostminiMobileWorldCongressMWCprepaid Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:16:00 -0500 21|20177350 <![CDATA[Motorola Droid RAZR Maxx review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/motorola-droid-razr-maxx-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/motorola-droid-razr-maxx-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/31/motorola-droid-razr-maxx-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
Most of today's smartphones, especially those of the LTE-enabled persuasion, have earned a bad rap for exceptionally bad battery life, with large displays and hungry radios that suck the juice out faster than a three year-old can down a CapriSun. The race to construct the thinnest phones on the market doesn't help much either, since whittling down handsets results in less space for generously sized battery packs. The Motorola Droid RAZR is currently the slimmest phone this side of the Pacific, offering a thickness of 7.1mm at its thinnest end, and the title likely won't hold for long as new phones like the Huawei Ascend P1 S aim to knock the RAZR off its throne. But at what point do we stand up and insist on adding a little extra heft for the sake of having a bigger battery?

Enter the Motorola Droid RAZR Maxx. A mere two months after its predecessor was released on Verizon, this new contender came around to challenge the battery life of every single next-gen phone we've ever used. Its back end has been filled out somewhat to make room for a bigger battery, but at 8.99mm, it's still slimmer than a huge number of competing handsets on the market today. So what makes the Maxx different from the RAZR? Is it worth paying $300 with a two-year commitment -- a $100 premium over its original? Read on to find out.

Gallery: Motorola Droid Razr Maxx overview

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5batteryCaprisunAwesomenessdroid razrdroid razr maxxDroidRazrDroidRazrMaxxgorilla glassGorillaGlasskevlarltelte band 13LteBand13maxxmobilepostcrossmotomotorolamotorola droid razr maxxMotorolaDroidRazrMaxxreviewsmart actionsSmartActionsverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvideovzw Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0500 21|20160530 <![CDATA[MetroPCS LG Connect 4G hands-on (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/metropcs-lg-connect-4g-hands-on-video/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/metropcs-lg-connect-4g-hands-on-video/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/metropcs-lg-connect-4g-hands-on-video/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments MetroPCS has had LTE longer than any other carrier in the US, and it's still rolling. At this year's Pepcom Digital Experience, the regional service provider had a couple new devices, one of which being the LG Connect 4G. The second LG handset on MetroPCS to offer the next-gen service (after the Esteem), the Connect is certainly less bulky and much more light to hold, with a 4-inch NOVA display in tow. Clocking in at 1.2GHz, it's also the first handset on the carrier's lineup that contains a dual-core CPU. Amongst these specs, the Connect 4G also sports a 5MP rear camera with LED flash and 720p HD video capture, and has a VGA front-facing cam. As much as we begged and begged, the reps wouldn't budge on pricing or an exact date, but we do know that it's going to be coming out sometime in February. And if MetroPCS isn't for you -- or if don't live in one of their areas of coverage -- you'll see the Connect as the LG Viper on Sprint as well. Check out the full gallery of images below and a hands-on video after the break.

Gallery: MetroPCS LG Connect 4G hands-on

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]]> androidandroid 2.3android 2.3.5Android2.3Android2.3.5cesces 2012Ces2012dual-coregooglehands-onlglg connect 4glg viperLgConnect4gLgVipermetropcsmobilepostcrossprepaidvideo Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:47:00 -0500 21|20144709 <![CDATA[Verizon's Droid 4 finally official]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/verizons-droid-4-finally-official/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/verizons-droid-4-finally-official/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/verizons-droid-4-finally-official/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We knew it was coming, and now it's here, Verizon's Droid 4. It's running Android 2.3.5 currently, but don't fret ICS fans, the fourth Droid will get the fourth version of Android in an update later. As with most phones these days, it strikes a slim profile for a QWERTY slider -- it's only half an inch thick -- but Moto managed to squeeze a 1.2GHz dual-core CPU, 1GB of RAM, and 16GB of memory underneath its 4-inch qHD display. Naturally, it runs on Verizon's LTE network, and has an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p video. Unfortunately, pricing remains a mystery even though the handset is scheduled to hit store shelves in the coming weeks. You'll find full PR after the break.

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5cesces 2012Ces2012droiddroid 4Droid4ltemobilepostcrossqhdqwertyqwerty sliderQwertySliderverizonvzw Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:12:00 -0500 21|20144219 <![CDATA[Fujitsu Arrows μ F-07D hands-on (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/fujitsu-arrows-mu-hands-on-video/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/fujitsu-arrows-mu-hands-on-video/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/fujitsu-arrows-mu-hands-on-video/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments It was only a few short months ago that Fujitsu's F-07D cropped up at the FCC and took a swing at the "world's thinnest" smartphone title. Since that time, the handset's taken on a new name -- the Arrows μ -- and has launched on NTT DoCoMo in Japan. Today at CES Unveiled, we got a chance to get up close and personal with the device which, despite hitting a high water mark for slim profile, doesn't exactly attempt to compete with high-end specs. Instead this Android 4-incher runs Gingerbread atop a single-core Qualcomm MSM8255 processor clocked at 1.4GHz and is complemented by 1GB of RAM, 5.1MP rear camera and 1400mAh battery. So, does it hold up to its slight reputation? Join us after the break as we answer that question and delve deep into our first impressions.

Gallery: Fujitsu Arrows μ F-07D hands-on

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]]> AndroidAndroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5Arrows F-07DArrows MuArrowsF-07dArrowsMuCESCES 2012CES UnveiledCes2012CesUnveiledFujitsuGingerbreadJapanmobilepostcrossNFCntt docomoNttDocomoOneSegQualcomm MSM8255QualcommMsm8255Super AMOLEDSuperAmoledvideo Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:15:00 -0500 21|20143370 <![CDATA[Kyobo eReader receives initial review, comes up short despite Mirasol display]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/kyobo-ereader-receives-initial-review-comes-up-short-despite-mi/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/kyobo-ereader-receives-initial-review-comes-up-short-despite-mi/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/03/kyobo-ereader-receives-initial-review-comes-up-short-despite-mi/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments If one of your e-reader's components is great but the rest of the device is lacking, where does that leave you? The first review of the Kyobo eReader has arrived and while its Qualcomm-provided Mirasol screen is lauded, that's about it for the good news. Despite the snazzy 5.7-inch touchscreen combined with 1Ghz SnapDragon CPU, WiFi and Android 2.3.5, the package falls apart due to its inability to load apps, subpar battery life and long load times. The reading app crashed frequently during testing, the device was unable to load DRM-protected ebooks even after authorizing with Adobe DE, the reader displays EPUB formats incorrectly, PDF view controls proved poor and YouTube video playback proved slow and stilted. Still, the page turn speed proved slightly faster than that of the Kindle Touch, so why harp on the negatives?

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]]> 5.7-inchandroidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5e booke bookse readere readerse-booke-bookse-readere-readerskoreakyobokyobo readerKyoboReadermirasolmirasol displayMirasolDisplayqualcommSnapDragon Tue, 03 Jan 2012 04:22:00 -0500 21|20138821 <![CDATA[Samsung Captivate Glide review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/samsung-captivate-glide-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/samsung-captivate-glide-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/samsung-captivate-glide-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments The QWERTY slider hasn't exactly gone the way of the dinosaur, but it's definitely approaching giant panda status. That is to say, it's become rare for a major device manufacturer to output anything other than candybar touchscreen smartphones. And why not? Slimmer, faster, beastlier is the mobile motto as of late and that's precisely what consumers seem to gravitate towards. But for diehard fans of tactile feedback, Samsung's birthed the Captivate Glide, a handset that marries the best of both form factors. Sitting just below its high-end brethren, Sammy's 4-incher runs along AT&T's 21Mbps HSPA+ network and bundles an 800 x 480 Super AMOLED display with a dual-core 1GHz Tegra 2 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB of internal storage, a 1,650mAh battery, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, a 1.3MP front-facing camera and an 8MP rear camera capable of 720p video capture. At $150 on a two-year contract, it's just half a Benjamin short of the top-tier, LTE-capable HTC Vivid. With that small of a price divide, you have to wonder: is the downgrade really worth it for the Captivate Glide's (comparatively) slower speeds and physical buttons? Are you willing to trade-in thin and sleek for messaging convenience and a bit of bulk? Follow on past the break as we deliver the answers to those burning questions.

Gallery: Samsung Captivate Glide review

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]]> 4-inch720p video720pVideo8 megapixel8MegapixelAndroidAndroid 2.3.5Android GinderbreadAndroid2.3.5AndroidGinderbreadcaptivate glideCaptivateGlidedual-coreGoogle AndroidGoogleAndroidmobilepostcrossQWERTY SliderQwertySliderreviewSamsungsamsung captivate glideSamsungCaptivateGlideSuper AMOLEDSuperAmoledTegra 2Tegra2touchwizvideo Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:00:00 -0500 21|20121350 <![CDATA[Samsung Stratosphere review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/17/samsung-stratosphere-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/17/samsung-stratosphere-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/17/samsung-stratosphere-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, Verizon was still in phase one of its LTE lineup, which consisted of nothing but 4.3-inch slate phones with questionable battery life and very little to stand out from the rest of the competition. Now that we're seeing the second generation of devices coming into the 4G fold, Big Red appears to be pushing choice -- not just in terms of size and feel, but price as well. The Pantech Breakout was the first to, well, break out of the mold, offering a smaller form factor for a much more reasonable cost. It was nothing to write home about, but the fact that it existed gave us hope that we'd see a slew of phones in the same price range, finally making high-speed connectivity a more affordable option.

Shortly afterward, the Samsung Stratosphere sneaked up and snatched the spotlight away from Pantech, offering the very first QWERTY keyboard on an LTE-capable device for a cost similar to that of the Breakout. But when we first saw the phone, something felt eerily familiar: it looked almost exactly like the Epic 4G, a Galaxy S-era device that was released on Sprint's WiMAX lineup nearly a year and a half ago. Looks are one thing, but what about the internals? Does the brand new Stratosphere perform like an old phone, or does it give a completely fresh perspective on a 2010 classic? Read on for the full scoop.

Gallery: Samsung Stratosphere overview

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5gingerbreadgooglekeyboardmobilepostcrossphysical keyboardPhysicalKeyboardqwertyreviewsamsungsamsung stratosphereSamsungStratospherestratospheretouchwiztouchwiz uiTouchwizUiverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvideovzw Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:33:00 -0500 21|20125989 <![CDATA[Meizu's Hong Kong store opens today, teases mainland Chinese fans with lower MX price]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/meizus-hong-kong-store-opens-today-teases-mainland-chinese-fan/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/meizus-hong-kong-store-opens-today-teases-mainland-chinese-fan/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/meizus-hong-kong-store-opens-today-teases-mainland-chinese-fan/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
As per Meizu's usual elusive ways, this morning the company quietly opened its Hong Kong flagship store -- the first-ever official Meizu shop outside mainland China. And like its mainland counterparts, we're told that the new shop will be offering the MX Android handset on January 1st as well but with one significant difference: due to the lower local tax, the 16GB MX will be priced at just HK$3,099 (US$398), which is much lower than the CN¥2,999 (US$470) price in mainland. Great, looks like we'll be expecting some lines in the heart of Mongkok in about two weeks' time.

Gallery: Meizu's Hong Kong flagship store

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]]> android 2.3.5Android2.3.5asvcellphonedual coreDualCoreexynosexynos 4210Exynos4210flymeflyme osFlymeOshkhong kongHongKonglaunchmeizumeizu mxMeizuMxmobile phoneMobilePhonemobilepostminimong kokmongkokphonepricesai yeung choi streetSaiYeungChoiStreetshopsmartphonestore Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:18:00 -0500 21|20128419 <![CDATA[Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi spotted out again, can't help but get its photo taken]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/12/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-spotted-out-again-cant-help-but-ge/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/12/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-spotted-out-again-cant-help-but-ge/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/12/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-spotted-out-again-cant-help-but-ge/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments

Sony Ericsson's forthcoming flagship was already looking like a very handsome slice of smartphone, but it's even more dashing in these thankfully crystal-clear shots. This latest leak give us a nice close-up of the matte-finished monolith, showing off a dedicated camera button, HDMI port, built-in battery and the conspicuous absence of microSD storage. The LT26i is rumored to possess a 720 x 1280 resolution spread across a 4.3-inch touchscreen, with a dual-core processor behind it. Sony Ericsson also looks to have finally taken the plunge with front-facing shooters, with an as-yet unspecified camera embedded above the screen, while a stylish glassy button bar below seems to run right through the device. Take a peak at the still-codenamed Nozomi -- uncovered -- after the break, or check out a full 360-degree runaround at the source below.

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5gingerbreadgoogleleakleakedlt26imobilepostcrossmobilepostmininozomiSonysony ericssonsony ericsson xperia nozomiSonyEricssonSonyEricssonXperiaNozomixperiaxperia lt26ixperia nozomiXperiaLt26iXperiaNozomi Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:29:00 -0500 21|20125842 <![CDATA[Meizu MX first hands-on!]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/meizu-mx-first-hands-on/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/meizu-mx-first-hands-on/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/meizu-mx-first-hands-on/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
While the rest of Hong Kong were enjoying their dim sum breakfast, we've been busy fiddling with the freshly delivered Meizu MX due out on January 1st. As expected, the customized Android 2.3.5 (dubbed Flyme OS) is pretty slick on that 1.4GHz dual-core Samsung Exynos 4210 and 1GB of RAM, but we keep an eye on the consistency of its performance. Compared to the smaller M9, we're hugely impressed by this successor's solid build quality -- the white crystal casing on the back gives out a premium feel and look, though only time will tell how scratch-resistant it is. Likewise, we also dig the booklet or CD album-like packaging -- you can see it all in our hands-on gallery below.

There's much to be loved about the four-inch 960 x 640 ASV LCD -- the slight decrease in pixel density really isn't as noticeable as expected, still giving a sharp image in addition to a slightly wider viewing angle plus color gamut. Alas, many of our camera stills so far seem to be infected by a green hue, though our sample 1080p video clip's in good shape. Here's hoping that Meizu will still be able to tweak that eight megapixel camera before the official launch. Until then, check out our hands-on video after the break (where you can see Meizu's pretty rad "patented situation-aware bottom light keys" in action), and stay tuned for our upcoming review.

Gallery: Meizu MX hands-on


Gallery: Meizu MX sample shots

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]]> 1.4ghza9androidAndroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5cellphonechinadual coreDualCoreexynosexynos 4210Exynos4210featuredfeaturesFlymehands-onmeizumeizu mxMeizuMxmobile phoneMobilePhonemobilepostcrossmxphonesmartphoneunboxingvideo Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:16:00 -0500 21|20123276 <![CDATA[LG Nitro HD review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/lg-nitro-hd-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/lg-nitro-hd-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/lg-nitro-hd-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments And then there were three. AT&T's lonesome LTE duo -- the Samsung GS II Skyrocket and HTC Vivid -- just gained a new member with the recent launch of LG's Nitro HD. You may recognize this particular handset from its former life as the Optimus LTE, except here the phone's been rebranded with a moniker that more astutely conveys its blazing 4G purpose. There may be tough times ahead for the handset, considering the current crop of high-end devices hogging the spotlight. But if three's company, the Galaxy Nexus, HTC Rezound and Droid RAZR are sure to make this a standing room-only crowd -- an especially haughty bunch given their heavyweight specs. Which is why this sudden end-of-year release for the Nitro HD has us questioning the company's timing. Sure, it's no slouch when stacked up against the competition, with a 4.5-inch 1280 x 720 AH-IPS display, dual-core 1.5GHz Qualcomm APQ8060 processor and 1.3 front-facing / 8 megapixel rear cameras. Yet at $250 on contract, the Nitro HD needs to outshine the legacy set by its best-in-class Sammy stablemate or, at least, offer a performance boost over the cheaper Vivid. So can LG's last second contender rise above the fray to win your holiday dollars? Will it succeed in outclassing its LTE compadres? Or is it a case of too little, too late for this me too three! smartphone. Follow on past the break as we dive into the mobile nitty gritty.

Gallery: LG Nitro HD review

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]]> 1.3 megapixel1.3Megapixel1.5ghz1830mAh4g8 megapixel camera8MegapixelCamera8mpAH-IPSandroidAndroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5APQ8060attdual-coregingerbread manGingerbreadManHSPA PLUSHSPA+Hspa+21mbpsHspaPluslgltemobilepostcrossnitro hdNitroHdoptimus lteOptimusLteQualcomm APQ8060qualcomm snapdragon s3QualcommApq8060QualcommSnapdragonS3reviewsnapdragon s3SnapdragonS3video Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:30:00 -0500 21|20120496 <![CDATA[Dual-core Meizu MX fully unveiled, launching on January 1st with HSPA+]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/05/dual-core-meizu-mx-fully-unveiled-launching-on-january-1st-with/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/05/dual-core-meizu-mx-fully-unveiled-launching-on-january-1st-with/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/05/dual-core-meizu-mx-fully-unveiled-launching-on-january-1st-with/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments After some teases and leaks, Meizu's finally unveiled its next flagship phone MX to keep China entertained for 2012. While the quad core flavor won't be here until next year, this dual core model will be available in mainland China starting from ¥2,999 ($470) on January 1st (like with the M9 last year), and Hong Kong is still expecting an early January release. The full spec list now includes a 4-inch 960 x 640 ASV display, 1.4GHz Samsung Exynos 4210 dual core chip, 1GB of LPDDR2 RAM, 16GB of storage (32GB version to launch later), 0.3 megapixel front-facing camera, a secondary mic for noise cancellation and a 1,600mAh battery. Oh, that circular button at the bottom? It's just a physical home button instead of an optical trackpad as previously rumored.

Globetrotters will be pleased to know that the 10.3mm-thick MX will pack pentaband 3G with HSPA+, so all you need is a Micro SIM to get the phone working. As for software, it'll come with Meizu's heavily customized Android 2.3.5 initially (dubbed Flyme OS) but will eventually get the 4.0 update, as already promised by CEO Jack Wong. On the multimedia front you'll again find native support for FLAC audio plus various video formats like MKV, MP4 and AVI; along with a micro-USB port that supports S/PDIF digital output, USB host plus MHL; and an eight megapixel f/2.2 backside-illuminated camera (which does smile detection and panorama shot) with 1080p 30fps recording. Head on over to Meizu's website for the full lowdown -- it'll be a good way to practise your Chinese, too.

Update: Press release added after the break.

Gallery: Dual-core Meizu MX fully unveiled, launching on January 1st with HSPA+ and pentaband 3G

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5cellphonechinaExynos 4210Exynos4210FlymeFlyme OSFlymeOsHong KongHongKongHSPA+MeizuMeizu MXMeizuMxMHLmicro SIMMicroSimMobile High-Definition Linkmobile phoneMobileHigh-definitionLinkMobilePhonemobilepostcrossMXphonesmartphoneWCDMA Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:28:00 -0500 21|20120878 <![CDATA[AT&T's LG Nitro HD goes up for sale, LTE-enabled Gingerbread pep for $250]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/04/atandts-lg-nitro-hd-goes-up-for-sale-lte-enabled-gingerbread-pep/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/04/atandts-lg-nitro-hd-goes-up-for-sale-lte-enabled-gingerbread-pep/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/04/atandts-lg-nitro-hd-goes-up-for-sale-lte-enabled-gingerbread-pep/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
In case you forget that AT&T's latest LTE-equipped smartphone hit shelves today, consider this a friendly reminder from your mobile obsessed friends here at Engadget. We're talking about the LG's Nitro HD, the 4.5-inch device we lovingly handled last week -- loaded with a skinned version of Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread, running atop its peppy 1.5 GHz Qualcomm APQ8060 dual-core processor. If you'll recall, it's notably packing a 1280 x 720p screen resolution with an ultra-crisp looking 329ppi, an 8 megapixel rear camera (1.3 MP up front) and a healthy 4GB of internal storage supplemented by an included 16GB microSD card (expandable to 32GB). Thankfully, bloatware on the Nitro is at an all time low, but we'd be remiss if we didn't mention that's it's been confirmed to be loaded with the ickyness of Carrier IQ. Sure, it's not as tasty as an Ice Cream Sandwich, but if your hungering for LTE-enabled 4G speeds on Ma Bell, at least you now have a third option. It can be yours now for $250 with a two-year renewal of service, and you'll find more info at the source link below.

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]]> 1.3 megapixel1.3Megapixel329ppi4.5-inch4g700mhz720p8 megapixel8Megapixelandroidandroid 2.3.5android gingerbreadAndroid2.3.5AndroidGingerbreadAPQ8060attatt lteAttLtecarrier iqCarrierIqcellphonedual coreDualCoregingerbreadipsLGlg nitro hdLgNitroHdltema bellMaBellmobilepostminiNITROnitro hdNitroHdqualcommsmartphone Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:34:00 -0500 21|20120474 <![CDATA[Lenovo LePhone K2 to arrive with 4.3-inch IPS display, 1.5GHz dual-core chip]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/30/lenovo-lephone-k2-to-arrive-with-4-3-inch-ips-display-1-5ghz-du/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/30/lenovo-lephone-k2-to-arrive-with-4-3-inch-ips-display-1-5ghz-du/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/30/lenovo-lephone-k2-to-arrive-with-4-3-inch-ips-display-1-5ghz-du/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Frankly speaking, the phones that Lenovo have announced so far this week haven't been all that exciting (unless, of course, you're somehow aroused by its 5-inch tabletphone), but it turned out the folks had a little surprise for us: the LePhone K2. What we got here is a 4.3-inch IPS display (resolution of which not yet announced), a powerful dual-core 1.5GHz Qualcomm MSM8260 chip, 1GB RAM, 1GB ROM and an eight megapixel 1080p camera. Sadly, like the S2 and the S760, this crouching tiger also packs Android 2.3.5 instead of Ice Cream Sandwich, but without a price or a release date, perhaps there's still a small chance that we'll see it eventually launching with the newer OS. Anyhow, that's just our wishful thinking. Chinese hands-on video after the break.

Gallery: Lenovo LePhone K2 to arrive with 4.3-inch IPS display, 1.5GHz dual-core chip

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5beijingcellphonechinafeaturedfeatureshands-onk2lenovolenovo k2lenovo lephonelenovo lephone k2LenovoK2LenovoLephoneLenovoLephoneK2lephone k2LephoneK2mobile phoneMobilePhonemobilepostcrossMSM8260phonesmartphonevideo Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:40:00 -0500 21|20117279 <![CDATA[Lenovo LePhone S760 shows up with Android 2.3.5 and 3.7-inch AMOLED display]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/lenovo-lephone-s760-shows-up-with-android-2-3-5-and-3-7-inch-amo/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/lenovo-lephone-s760-shows-up-with-android-2-3-5-and-3-7-inch-amo/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/lenovo-lephone-s760-shows-up-with-android-2-3-5-and-3-7-inch-amo/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Alongside the LePhone S2 and the two-and-a-half tablets from earlier today, Lenovo also showed off a 3.7-inch Android 2.3.5 phone dubbed the S760. Packed within is a 1GHz processor, 512MB RAM, a vibrant AMOLED display, five megapixel camera and Lenovo's usual customised UI. Externally the phone looks very much like the S2, though the former's shiny plastic backside gives out more of a toy-like feel. No prices just yet but expect this to hit the Chinese market at the end of December.

Gallery: Lenovo LePhone S760 shows up with Android 2.3.5 and 3.7-inch AMOLED display

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5chinacnhands-onlenovolenovo lephone s760lenovo s760LenovoLephoneS760LenovoS760lephonelephone s760LephoneS760mobilepostcrosss760video Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:13:00 -0500 21|20117126 <![CDATA[ZTE Light Tab 2 hands-on: another 7-inch phone to stuff your generous pocket]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/16/zte-light-tab-2-hands-on-another-7-inch-phone-to-stuff-your-gen/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/16/zte-light-tab-2-hands-on-another-7-inch-phone-to-stuff-your-gen/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/16/zte-light-tab-2-hands-on-another-7-inch-phone-to-stuff-your-gen/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Following the likes of Samsung's original Galaxy Tab, here's yet another option for fans of comically-sized phones: the ZTE Light Tab 2, an obvious follow-up to the original Light. In fact, this 7-inch Android 2.3.5 slate was announced back in June and was expected to launch around October, but the ZTE folks here at Mobile Asia Congress still couldn't shed light on its actual availability (pun intended). It sure makes one wonder if any carrier's picked up this tablet.

Anyhow, here's the lowdown: the 12.6mm-thick package comes with a 1024 x 600 non-IPS LCD and a capacitive touchscreen, garnished with a 1.4GHz Qualcomm single core chip, 4GB of ROM, 512MB of RAM, a 0.3 megapixel front-facing camera, a 3.2 megapixel imager on the back, a generous 3,400mAh battery and, of course, 14.4Mbps HSDPA connection that supports voice call. Despite the soon-obsolete OS version, the UI response on the new Light isn't bad at all, and the body felt solid. Take a look at our quick hands-on video after the break.

Alternatively, there's also the 7-inch Froyo-powered T72 tablet (yes, Froyo) featuring an "iOS-like UI." Seriously, that was what we read on the spec sheet! Again, we couldn't get a date out of ZTE, but feel free to check out this shameless device after the break, if you must.

Gallery: ZTE Light Tab 2 hands-on: another 7-inch phone to stuff your generous pocket

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5featuredfeaturesFroyoGingerbreadhands-onlightlight tab 2LightTab2MACMAC 2011Mac2011mobile asia congressmobile asia congress 2011MobileAsiaCongressMobileAsiaCongress2011T72tablettabletphonevideoZTE Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:00:00 -0500 21|20107429 <![CDATA[Motorola Droid RAZR rooted -- watch out for rough edges]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/14/motorola-droid-razr-rooted-watch-out-for-rough-edges/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/14/motorola-droid-razr-rooted-watch-out-for-rough-edges/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/14/motorola-droid-razr-rooted-watch-out-for-rough-edges/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments

First it was the Kevlar-coated hardware, and now Android enthusiasts have cracked open the software edges of Motorola's latest Android baby. Yes, that dual-core slice of smartphone that is the Droid RAZR can now be rooted, but there is a catch. The Windows-only program won't let you reverse the deal once you've taken the hack-friendly plunge, even if you're unfortunate enough to hit a soft brick wall. You can check out the directions in the source link below, but we're wagging our finger of caution right now -- you've been warned.

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]]> AndroidAndroid 2.3.5Android GingerbreadAndroid2.3.5AndroidGingerbreadDroid RAZRDroidRazrGingerbreadhackhackedmobilepostminimotorolamotorola droid RAZRMotorolaDroidRazrphonesrootrootedsmartphonesmartphones Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:04:00 -0500 21|20105043 <![CDATA[Behind the glass: a detailed tour inside the Motorola Droid RAZR]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/08/behind-the-glass-a-detailed-tour-inside-the-motorola-droid-razr/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/08/behind-the-glass-a-detailed-tour-inside-the-motorola-droid-razr/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/08/behind-the-glass-a-detailed-tour-inside-the-motorola-droid-razr/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
At a thickness of 7.1mm, the Motorola RAZR's so thin that you wouldn't think that anything could actually fit in there, but there's indeed plenty of circuitry and silicon crammed into that teeny space. As always, our curiosity was aroused with such a high-profile device, so we once again called upon the talents of Francois Simond (Supercurio) to do some eForensics and clear up some of the mysteries lying between that gorgeous display and tough Kevlar backing. Join us below, won't you?

Note: The list you see below is non-extensive and may grow as we hunt down additional details.

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5behind the glassBehindTheGlassdroid razrDroidRazrfrancois simondFrancoisSimondmobilepostcrossmotorolamotorola droid razrMotorolaDroidRazrrazrsupercurio Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:55:00 -0500 21|20100202 <![CDATA[Motorola Droid RAZR review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/motorola-droid-razr-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/motorola-droid-razr-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/motorola-droid-razr-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments The RAZR brand has a long and storied history, starting in the halcyon days of 2004. Back then it was a premium line -- set apart from the crowd by its extremely thin profile and aluminum construction. Shortly after launching as an expensive status symbol, Motorola chopped the price and turned the V3 into one of the best selling handsets ever. In the years that followed there were countless revisions, colors and would-be successors that ultimately turned the once-hyped product line into a euphemism for obsolete technology.

Motorola has certainly had success since, particularly with the iconic Droid and Droid X, but alas, the Droid stamp belongs to Verizon. To once again make the name Motorola synonymous with cutting-edge tech, the company has returned to the well and resurrected the RAZR name. Has Moto managed to reclaim the magic and mystique of the V3, which had many a gadget hound coughing up some serious dough upon its initial release? Or is the Droid RAZR a successor in title only, more akin to the ill-fated MOTORAZR maxx? Keep reading to find out.

Gallery: Motorola Droid RAZR review

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]]> androidandroid 2.3android 2.3.5Android2.3Android2.3.5droid razrDroidRazrgingerbreadgoogleltemobilepostcrossmotorolamotorola droid razrMotorolaDroidRazrrazrreviewreviewsverizonverizon wirelessVerizonWirelessvideovzw Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:00:00 -0500 21|20099787 <![CDATA[Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi LT26i caught by Mr. Not-so-blurrycam]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/05/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-lt26i-caught-by-mr-not-so-blurrycam/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/05/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-lt26i-caught-by-mr-not-so-blurrycam/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/05/sony-ericsson-xperia-nozomi-lt26i-caught-by-mr-not-so-blurrycam/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi Well, would you look at that: our first glance at Sony Ericsson's upcoming Nozomi and the photos are actually in focus. The LT26i is still rocking Gingerbread, but steps it up in the display department by moving to a 1280 x 720 panel, just like the Rezound and Galaxy Nexus. Most reports peg the Nozomi a having a 4.3-inch screen, but after some quick math it looks like its actually packing a 4.6-incher (Update: or... 4.3 inches, if the DPI reported is API related and not a hardware reference after all). The Quadrant score of 1,800 (which would put it in the realm of the Xoom and Galaxy Tab 10.1) also doesn't quite jibe with the rumored dual-core 1.5GHz chip that's supposed to be powering this device. The front facing camera is clearly visible, so it'll be ready for all your video chatting adventures. Price, release date, carrier? It's all up in the air, but we can tell you it's a very handsome device. Check out the source link for more pics.

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]]> androidandroid 2.3.5Android2.3.5gingerbreadgoogleleakleakedlt26imobilepostcrossnozomiSonysony ericssonsony ericsson xperia nozomiSonyEricssonSonyEricssonXperiaNozomixperiaxperia lt26ixperia nozomiXperiaLt26iXperiaNozomi Sat, 05 Nov 2011 15:34:00 -0400 21|20099586 <![CDATA[Motorola Atrix 2 review]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-atrix-2-review/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-atrix-2-review/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-atrix-2-review/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
We've seen a lot of game-changing devices this year, haven't we? 2011 has already witnessed the first Honeycomb tablets, the influx of LTE and the introduction of a boatload of smartphones with dual-core processors. One of those groundbreaking devices was the Motorola Atrix 4G, which we called the best smartphone at CES 2011 because of its powerful Tegra 2 SoC and simply innovative Webtop operating system with an accompanying Lapdock. It was new, and it was powerful.

Not even ten months after the Atrix's February 22nd launch, we're already seeing its successor, aptly named the Atrix 2. At the risk of sounding blunt, it's not a groundbreaking device -- aside from a few bumps in specs, larger display and a fresh redesign, it doesn't offer the same level of showmanship or innovation so eagerly demonstrated in the first iteration. But does the sequel compensate for the lack of sizzle? How much does this improve over the original? Does the newest version of the Lapdock satisfy? We'll answer these questions and so much more after the break.

Gallery: Motorola Atrix 2 gallery

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]]> 1080p hd1080pHd1gb ram1gbRam44308mpandroidandroid 2.3android 2.3.5Android2.3Android2.3.5atrixatrix 2atrix 4gAtrix2Atrix4ggingerbreadhd stationHdStationlapdocklapdock 100lapdock 500Lapdock100Lapdock500mobilepostcrossmotoblurmotorolamotorola atrix 2motorola atrix 4gmotorola hd stationmotorola p793motorola UImotorola webtopMotorolaAtrix2MotorolaAtrix4gMotorolaHdStationMotorolaP793MotorolaUiMotorolaWebtopomapomap 4430Omap4430reviewsanjay jhaSanjayJhatexas instrumentsTexasInstrumentstiti omap 4430TiOmap4430videowebtop Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:00:00 -0400 21|20088932 <![CDATA[Motorola Droid 4 exposed to our wandering eyes, comes with LTE in tow?]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-droid-4-exposed-to-our-wandering-eyes-comes-with-lte-i/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-droid-4-exposed-to-our-wandering-eyes-comes-with-lte-i/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/27/motorola-droid-4-exposed-to-our-wandering-eyes-comes-with-lte-i/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
We were just a tad disappointed when the Motorola Droid 3 came out without Verizon's signature LTE logo on the back, but a mere three months later the QWERTY slider is back with a new model that should be packing 4G. The images above and below, procured by Droid-Life, show what looks to be a super-slim device with the same slight curves on the corner as the RAZR, and tapered back akin to the Droid Bionic. And, interestingly enough, it appears to be nearly complete, judging by the non-Mr. Blurrycam quality of the images and the tutorial stickers on the screen. Not only does the device appear to offer LTE, it also adds Webtop and should be compatible with the LapDock 100 and 500. Rounding out the tentative specs are a 4-inch display, spacious five-row keyboard (with number row included), 1080p HD video capture, front-facing camera and a non-removable battery. It also comes with Android 2.3.5 installed instead of Ice Cream Sandwich, something which we hope to see remedied soon after launch. Looks like we're finally close to having a high-end QWERTY option on Verizon's 4G lineup.

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