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  • Sony Ericsson C901 Review

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    Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C901 Green Heart mobile phone review. The C901 Green Heart released in mid 2009 is Sony Ericsson's first official attempt at manufacturing  phone that is kinder to the environment to manufacture.  Admittedly there are two versions of the same phone one made from normal materials and another SE claim that is made partly made from recycled materials. The C901 is yet another mid-range mobile phone from SE and another 'Cybershot' model.  However the camera on this phone is a 5 megapixel model and claimed by others as one of the better ones amongst in crowded offering by the various manufacturers.  Again we didn't download any cause we're so late in posting this review.  See other Website Info page on the website to see why we are having so many problems! Remember guys and gals more megapixels do not mean its a better camera even with a Xenon flash. In fact - despite the larger image size the quality is WORSE than the 2MP Kodak DC3400 camera made 8 years ago.  Demand better pictures. The construction quality is good but nothing special and we felt that this was another updated K800i with a better screen and camera and faster speed.  It's missing the construction detail that SE where once renown for.  In fact it seems to designed to look 'old'. In terms of functionality it basically all there.  games, world clock, organiser, alarms, themes and do forth.  Of note is the updated 'media center' application and in phone image manipulation applications.  You won't really want for any thing more if you're after a decent do it all mobile phone. There is lots of standard memory up to 100MBs dependent on configuration and can be expanded by the usual M2 memory stick.  We also thought the FM radio with RDS was actually quite good. Overall a good and decent mobile phone.  It feels and looks OK and has all you need for calls, email, texting and music.  Being 3G capable it does work well on mini-mobile sites and email.  However there are many competitors in this category so do check them especially Nokia. A very low key but decent mid-range phone that does most things. se_c901_2 Specifications
    • Sony Ericsson C901
    • Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Dual-band 3G 900/2100
    • Design Candy Bar
    • L105 x W45 x D13 mm Weight 107 grams
    • Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
    • Camera 5MP Autofocus and 3.2x Digital zoom Xenon Flash and LED Flash
    • Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
    • Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
    • CPU
    • Memory 100MB available to user MicroSD up to 8Gig
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3
    • Features Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 930 mAh Up to 430 hours Standby Up to 9.5 hours Talk Time
    • package Contents Battery AC Charger Stereo headset and Handsfree User manual
    • Price history From $350 AUS 2009 (Outright)

  • Sony Ericsson C510 Review

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    Welcome to the Sony Ericsson C510 mobile phone review.  The SE C510 when released in early 2009 was marketed as a mid-range mobile phone.  As a result it has most of the features you could want on a mobile phone in 2009.  Personally we think it is just a K800i that has been placed in a new case and updated menu graphics. The C510 is not a really cheap phone when compared to others from Nokia in the same category.  Sure its got 3G but its data capabilities are hampered by the very basic web browser. I guess the selling point is the relatively high quality construction or materials and that it carries the C prefix.  All Sony Ericsson phones that carry the C are 'Cybershot' phones, meaning that they have decent still images and video capabilities. The standout feature is a decent 3MP camera but it's LED based flash and that is does look like a its worth more than other obviously cheaper mobile phones however with a dated design theme.  The main camera is hidden behind a sliding metal-like protective cover open.  We also liked the animated menus and other operating system enhancements. Another standout is the music player software.  Of all the mobile phone manufacturers Sony Ericsson as usual includes a decent music player with EQ and album art. Since this is not a dedicated music phone as the 'W' series or Walkman phones but it's not bad certainly better than comparable Nokia or Smasung phones for example. There is lots of standard memory up to 100MBs dependent on configuration and can be expanded by the usual M2 memory stick.  We also thought the FM radio with RDS was actually quite good. The only thing that is below par is the relatively small keypad. It is not a large phone by any means but a tad bigger keys would help in the usability stakes for those with larger fingers.  Nonetheless a conservatively designed phone that would not be out of place anywhere. Overall a good and decent mobile phone with some construction detail.  It doesn't feel heavy or look too cheap and has all you need for calls, email, texting and music.  It's got a lovely screen too.  Being 3G capable it does work well on mini-mobile sites and email.  However there are many competitors in this category so do check them out especially Nokia. A low key but decent mid-range phone that does most things. se_c510_2 Specifications
    • Sony Ericsson C510
    • Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Tri-band 3G 850/1900/2100
    • Design Candy Bar
    • L107 x W47 x D12.5 mm Weight 95 grams
    • Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
    • Camera 3.2MP Autofocus and 3.2x Digital zoom
    • Video Camera 174 x 144 pixel video camera
    • Connectivity Bluetooth V2 Micro-USB
    • CPU
    • Memory 100MB available to user MicroSD up to 8Gig
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3
    • Features Accelerometer Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery 930 mAh Up to 400 hours Standby Up to 10 hours Talk Time
    • Price history From $349 AUS 2009 (Outright)

  • Nokia 1209 Review
    Welcome to the Nokia 1209 review.  The 1209 is probably the most basic and cheapest mobile phone you can probably buy new and 'outright'.  The 1209 has features top end mobile phones had 6 years ago!  Of course in 2008 we expect a lot more.  You can buy one from as little as $19 outright if you look hard enough. However you must remember that the 1209 is bargain bin material that would probably not look out of place in your average shopping center isle right next to the bargain toilet paper!  Mind you in some parts of the world namely developing countries this is amazing technology and no-one can knock that. The Nokia 1209 is mainly sold completely unlocked or outright and even as a pre-paid.  You can make calls and text messages and a few customization features like backgrounds and ring tones and a flash light.  There's not much memory for saving anything though.  It does not even have a FM radio. It's also got a tiny colour screen with ancient CSTN LCD display.  Using one of these phones really shows how far technology has progressed in such a short time. Overall we can see a few of uses for the Nokia 1209 in most parts of the world.  A first phone for the kids to stay in touch or an emergency phone when your expensive main mobile phone breaks down or you are not vaguely technically inclined and don't need to do anything more than talking.   There isn't much more to choose from at this end of the 'purchase' outright phone market. Mind you if you afford a few more dollars the models to choose from expand dramatically.  Just check out the brand pages for more! Specifications
    • Nokia 1209
    • Network GSM only Dependent on country
    • Design Candy Bar L102 x W44.1 x D17.8 mm Weight 78 grams
    • Display/s External CSTN 96 x 68
    • Camera None
    • Video Camera None
    • Connectivity None
    • CPU
    • Memory N/A MB available to user
    • Ring tones Midi
    • Features Flashlight SMS JAVA MIDP 2.0 Speaker Phone/Hands free Battery BL-5CA 700Ah Up to 14 days Standby, 5 hours Talk Time
    • Package contents User Guide Travel charger
    • Price history From $19 AUS 2009 (Outright)

  • Nokia 5130 XpressMusic Review

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    Welcome to the Nokia 5130 XpressMusic review.  It was released earlier in 2009 but we only got a chance to see it in the flesh while comparing the T106 recently.  The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is considered a lower end phone in terms of pricing.  Although not comparable to the Telstra T106 we did anyway! It runs the Nokia's mass market S40 operating system so - the screensaver and powersavers we develop will work on them!  As far was we are concerned the S40 is a fast and simple operating system. It's the small brother to the similarly named and more expensive 5310.  Hence the functionality is limited even compared to other higher end S40 based mobiles.  However what you do get is a still reasonably featured phone for playing music, making calls and texting, organizing your life including a fully featured alarm so you can wake up on time for everything.  Perfectly targeted to the younger crowd. The 5130 XpressMusic is not an iPod Touch by any means but as a standard mobile phone focused on playing music it does a great job. The standout feature is a proper 240x320 pixel screen that looks good.  It also has the industry standard 3.5mm earphone jack and the sound processor is music focused.  Although it does have a web browser this is not a 3G phone so your experience will be a bad one.  At least it has something for emergencies. There is not much else we can say about it - typical good but entry level Nokia mobile phone.  So if you want a phone that can do most things and want your music to sound good then this model may suit. However there are better ones out there that do much more for around the same price the catch is that the models are older than this one.  Eg. 6300.  Older is sometimes better. If you are considering the 5130 it may also be wise to look at alternatives from other manufacturers. Specifications
    • Nokia 5130 XpressMusic
    • Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800 /1900 MHz)
    • Design Candy Bar L107.5 x W46.7 x D14.8 mm Weight 88 grams
    • Display/s External TFT 240 x 320
    • Camera 2MP main camera Picture format: JPG
    • Video Camera 176 x 144 pixel Movie format: MP4
    • Connectivity Micro USB Bluetooth V1.2 - Supports FTP / HFC / A2DP
    • CPU
    • Memory 30 MB available to user Up to 2Gig MicroSD Flash cards
    • Ring tones AAC, eAAC, eAAC+, MP3, 64- Midi, WMA, WAMR, MXMF including video
    • Features SMS, MMS, WAP, EMAIL JAVA MIDP 2.0 Featured music player FM radio Speaker Phone/Hands free Customizable backgrounds and screensavers Picture Viewer Voice memos Voice command Calender and organizer Battery BL-5C 1020mAh Up to 12 days Standby, 6 hours Talk Time
    • Package contents XP/Vista Compatible PC suite Personal hands free kit Travel charger
    • Price history From $199 AUS 2009 (Pre-Paid)

  • Nokia N97 Review

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    The Nokia N97 is the current top of the range model you can get in 2009.  The design is different from most of the  others in that it has a tilting screen and PC like keyboard.  This is a short review of the N97 because that's not our focus at the present. It also runs our screensavers and powersavers BUT the ones we currently have are not optimized for the N97 huge screen size.  We'll definitely make one specific for the phone in the near future. What the phone can do or its functionality out of the box is what this phone is about and here it does not disappoint.  Its packed with every current feature you could possibly want in a mobile phone at present.  a nice big screen with various statuses including email, weather and news.  Every productivity application you could want in a mobile computer like PDF reader, MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint editor, A-GPS leading edge mobile web browser that easily displays Flash content and the list goes on and on. Unfortunately there are certain issues with N97.  Although top of range it is made largely made of plastic and while the quality of the materials are good but its not the best .  The tilting mechanism works with a solid click, likewise the keyboard and touch screen and there's a nice metal surround but it feels dated compared to the often compared Apple iPhone.  In a top range phone you expect construction quality as well as functionality.  They should have used the designers of the Vertu range of phones from the start. Other issues include an OS which is simply not as consistently smooth as the iPhone and that the 3rd party apps on the N97 are not as clever.  In time I'm sure they will improve but for 2009 it does need a bit more work.  Finally, the seemingly 'dual' menu system took us a while to get used to. The N97 is a Symbian S60 based operating system means that it is stable phone and it includes multi-tasking.  Multi-tasking meaning that you can run multiple programs at the same time.  The iPhone does this is part but not the full feature like the N97.  It is strange how those saying how multi-tasking phones are the future yet with the event of the iPhone they have strangely gone quiet. Another issue is the complexity of all the functionality packed into the phone.  The N97 is so customisable that it makes it difficult to use if you are not familiar with other Nokia phones.  Thing to can change include the overall theme, the media that can play almost any format, the changeable fully featured mobile web browser, the system that includes all current forms of electronic messaging including instant messaging it is all there.  The main screen widgets are a upcoming industry standard I think... It is just more difficult to find the function you want.  Admittedly once you get used to it it all works really well. You can get additional and free applications for the N97 through Nokia's OVI store or the numerous internet stores.  Unfortunately since they don't individually monitor application code some of the apps are not a reliable as they should be.  It is tied heavily to the internet like most top end phones and so you better have a decent data plan. We noticed the standout feature of the phone is the call quality.  You and your caller sound perfectly clear easily superior to virtually all the phones we tried.  The really showed how the Apple iPhone's call quality was noticeable bad. To conclude the Nokia N97 is probably the only really fully featured phone out of the box you can get by any manufacturer.  It does have a few flaws caused by the only initial menu system but with familiarity it works.  We won't bother with too many specifications since it honestly has everything most people could possibly want for 2009 anyway.

  • Game Review – Lava Lava

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    NAME: Lava Lava
    VERSION: 1.0
    COMPANY: Fugu Mobile
    PLATFORM: JAVA
    GENRE: Shooting
    SIZE: 224KB
    TEST PHONE: Nokia 6500
    RATING: 7/10
    DEMO:

    Welcome to the Lava Lava game review. I couldn’t get a screen shot so its blank!

    If you’ve played Missile command before then Lava Lava will be vaguely familiar.  Instead of missiles you will be faced with shooting down lava lumps exploding from a near by volcano.  You start off at Mt Fuji then Mt Merapi th Mt Kilamanjaro and so forth.

    The gameplay is unique for me because I’ve never played a game with this system.  Essentially there are bits of lava you have to shoot down and they are represented by numbers on the keypad.  To destroy the lumps simply press the corresponding key.  Sounds simple but its not because the game speeds up dramatically!    You have to last for a predetermined time limit to progress.

    The game’s graphics are basic and likewise sound.  The graphic background changes according to the stage and there’s some background animation.  Despite the low end graphics the gameplay makes up for any complaints.

    Overall its an entertaining game but there’s not much to it.  You will get bored relatively quickly but some may be sucked in by the challenge of pressing the numbers as quickly as they can.

  • Telstra T90 Review
    Welcome to the Telstra/ZTE T90 mobile phone review.  This is one of the newest models (late 2009) that has been released.  The Telstra/ZTE T90 as you see a is a ruggerized phone meaning it for those who drop phones or like to keep one handy for outdoor activities.  It's IP54 rated which means its much tougher than your average mobile phone.  The stand out feature is that it is one of the few ruggerised 3G capable phone. Sure its not designed to the extent as the Sonim XP3 for example, which also has GPS but the T90 looks as if it could. (The new T90 is not a  replacement for the Testra/ZTE F159 since the 159 has A-GPS) The T90's construction is solid and the edgy design makes it one of the best looking and practical phones in this category.  Sure the pictures does not reflect the actual physical phone but it is pretty close.   However it is still toy like but may just be a best seller based on this purpose.  It's a man's phone!  It is not a small phone but light enough and feels quite sturdy.  Not sure how the screen would stand up to scratches so an additional screen protector is probably essential.  The T90 is better than the F159 in this regard. The functionality offered by the phone is no different from the other Telstra or re-branded ZTE models so you get all the basics for voice and video calls, texts, music, pictures, contacts, calendar, FM radio and internet.  You have to purchase other apps to get more interesting stuff.  Like the other phones in the Telstra/ZTE product range the web browser is next to useless on all but the Telstra WAP site. They say the screen can be read in day light but we think it is a tad dim.  The F159 seems to have better go at day light visibility. Being a dedicated 3G or NextG phone it also has all the GSM and UTMS frequencies. So you should be able to use the phone anywhere in the world.  As a bonus it has better transceiver hardware so it can still pull a signal in areas where a normal mobile phone give up. All the latest Telstra branded mobile phones are now Windows and MacOS compatible.  However you must install the new 'JoinME' application on your PC or Mac before it you can Sync or backup data.  The 'JoinME' software is included with the phone and is relatively simple to use.  With the software installed you can also use the phone as a wireless broadband modem but you'd better have a decent data plan for that. Conclusion All up the Telstra/ZTE T90 is a perfect phone for outdoors adventure types, in particular trades people.  Although the underlying functionality is identical to most of the other Telstra/ZTE phones available but at least this one has a genuine selling point compared to most.  Unfortunately the outright price is quite high too. Specifications
    • Telstra/ZTE T90
    • Features IP54 standard compliant shock resistant water and dust protection
    • Network Tri-band UMTS 850 / 1900 / 2100 / MHz 3G HSDPA 3.6 Quad-band GSM 850 / 900/1800 /1900 MHz
    • Design Rugged - Standard L107 x W47 x D14 mm Weight 108 grams
    • Display/s Intenal TFT 176 x 220
    • Camera Dual cameras 2MP auto-focus main camera
    • Connectivity USB Bluetooth V1.2 - Supports FTP / HFC / A2DP
    • Memory 64MB internal memory 40MB available to user Up to 8Gig MicroSD or Trans Flash cards
    • Ring tones MP3, MMF, MIDI, Vibration
    • Features FM Radio SMS, MMS, WAP, EMAIL MyWords predictive text JAVA MIDP 2.0 Speaker Phone/Hands free Customizable backgrounds Picture Viewer Video calling Voice memos Calender and organizer 200Hrs Standby, 3.5 hours Talk Time 1000ha
    • Package contents XP/Vista Compatible PC suite Mac OSX Compatible software Personal hands free kit Travel charger USB cable User manual
    • Price history Approx $xxx Available only on a monthly plan.

  • Telstra/ZTE T106 Review
    Welcome to the Telstra/ZTE T106 mobile phone review. I our opinion this model is essentially a T6 model in a classier case. The T106 differentiates its self from the other models in the range by a partly metal body.  It's construction is solid but the design of the case and buttons are not exactly up there with the other manufacturers.  However higher quality materials are used than the T6 and predecessors. Probably one of the better made cheap pre-paid mobile phones you can get at the moment. The screen is a tad small or rather the same size as the other ZTE model.  Specs say it has a resolution of 176 x 144 but I think it looks better than that - it is definitely 176 X 220, regardless it is perfectly acceptable and readable whatever it really is. The functionality offered by the phone is no different from the other Telstra or re-branded ZTE models so you get all the basics for voice and video calls, texts, music, pictures, contacts, calendar. FM radio and internet.  You have to purchase other apps to get more interesting stuff.  Like T6 the web browser is next to useless on all but the Telstra WAP site. Being a dedicated 3G or NextG phone it also has all the GSM and UTMS frequencies. So you should be able to use the phone anywhere in the world.  As a bonus it has better transceiver hardware so it can still pull a signal in areas where a normal mobile phone give up. Conclusion All up the Telstra/ZTE T106 is another typically good but increasingly basic mobile phone.  It is the older T6 in a new more stylist case.  Yes it does look better than the other models in the ZTE range and low end phones but that is it.  You will be happy with it because it because at the current low pre-paid price there is very little competition.  Great for talk and text, receiving emails and the odd video call. Specifications
    • Telstra/ZTE T106
    • Network Tri-band 3G HSDPA 3.6 / UMTS 850 / 2100 MHz Quad-band GSM 850 / 900/1800 /1900 MHz)
    • Design Rugged - Standard L107 x W47 x D14 mm Weight 108 grams
    • Display/s Intenal TFT 176 x 220
    • Camera Dual cameras 2MP auto-focus main camera
    • Connectivity USB Bluetooth V1.2 - Supports FTP / HFC / A2DP
    • CPU 270MHz Processor
    • Memory 64MB internal memory 40MB available to user Up to 4Gig MicroSD or Trans Flash cards
    • Ring tones MP3, MMF, MIDI, Vibration
    • Features FM Radio SMS, MMS, WAP, EMAIL MyWords predictive text JAVA MIDP 2.0 Speaker Phone/Hands free Customizable backgrounds Picture Viewer Video calling Voice memos Calender and organizer 200Hrs Standby, 3.5 hours Talk Time 1000ha
    • Package contents XP/Vista Compatible PC suite Mac OSX Compatible software Personal hands free kit Travel charger USB cable
    • Price history Under $60 AUD Late-2010 (Pre-paid) Under $90 AUD Mid-2010 (Pre-paid) From $99 AUD 2009 (Pre-paid)

  • Game Review – Sheep Mania Barn Yard Dash

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    NAME: Sheep Mania Barn Yard Dash
    VERSION: 1.0
    COMPANY: Progressive Media
    PLATFORM: JAVA
    GENRE: Sheep Racing
    SIZE: 275KB
    TEST PHONE: Nokia 6500
    RATING: 7/10
    DEMO:

    Welcome to the Sheep Mania – Barn Yard Dash JAVA game review.

    It is a racing game where the sheep are the ‘vehicles’ you’ll be racing.  They have names and different capabilities which you can also upgrade.  The racing involves a straight track and includes hay bales which you have to leap over.  It’s all presented in a farm scenario with various environment settings.

    The gameplay involves pressing one button, so anyone can play without difficulty.  It works well apart from a slight delay which can ruin timing. (Could be the test phone) Either that or you need to press the button with more precision. Having to press the button to stop your sheep from being knocked out is annoying.  Consistent timing is required if you want to do well in this game.  The most annoying thing out this game is the farmer giving suggestions and unnecessary menus.

    The graphics are cartoon like and very good. The animation on the main menu is 3D but the rest is presented in 2D.  It’s all done very well.  The sheep have different facial expressions to differentiate them and done very well.  The cartoon like running animation is funny.  So overall very good.    The sound is typical MIDI but its farm themed.

    The game is really well made and thought out just got to fix that timing thing and menus and it would be perfect example of a mobile phone game. Entertaining and worth the download.