
The iCON 431 3G USB modem supports download speed of up to 7.2Mbps and upload speeds of 2Mbps via HSUPA. The device also supports the slower EDGE and GPRS connections. What makes this modem special is that it provides a microSDHC memory card slot that turns this into an 8GB flash drive. The iCON 431 3G USB modem is priced at 170 Euro. Each purchase comes with Launch2net software for Mac users. [Electronista]

AT&T has recently rolled out the brand new Pantech C630 cell phone for its customers. This candybar handset supports 3G connectivity and assisted GPS to help you find your way around. The Pantech C630 also comes with a microSD memory card slot for extra storage capacity. You can grab the Pantech C630 for $40 after signing up for a two-year contract. [Electronista via Upcoming Cell Phones]

We know that the iPhone 3G doesn’t support Mobile TV Receiver. I think this is the main reason why Softbank Mobile will release the iPhone 3G Battery Extender with Mobile TV Receiver this Xmas. The device allows users in Japan to charge their iPhone on the go. This battery extender can also function as the One-Seg media broadcast receiver and transmits the video via WiFi signal to iPhone 3G for up to 3 hours. [Slashphone via Upcoming Cell Phones]

You may never have heard about Emblaze Mobile. It is actually one of the largest Israeli mobile phone manufacturer. The company will release a new mobile phone in the form of the Edelweiss. This iPhone 3G competitor is a touch-screen 3G handset that comes equipped with an internal GPS and provides 8 or 16GB of storage capacity. The resolution of the LCD display is 854 x 480, which is higher than the iPhone and HTC Touch HD. Emblaze Mobile’s Edelweiss will be released in Russia next month. [Engadget via Upcoming Cell Phones]

BenQ will release their new 3G handset in the Taiwanese market later this month. Known as the BenQ E55, the phone offers 3G data connection and comes jam packed with a 2MP camera, the secondary video call camera at the middle of the clamshell hinge, a 1-inch 64k colors CSTN external screen with 96 x 64 resolution, and the internal 2-inch TFT screen that supports 262k colors. This clamshell phone is actually the successor of the previous BenQ E53 phone. Its media player sports AAC, MP3, 3GP and MP4 file formats. The BenQ E55 3G phone is priced at around $230. [Sogi via Upcoming Cell Phones]

Apple has released a guide video for their new 3G iPhone. The users will also be able to download iPhone applications through the iTunes Wi-Fi store. You can also visit AT&T FAQ page that contains all things you need to know about the iPhone 3G before you go to the Apple store and buy this handset. [Apple via Upcoming Cell Phones]

Sony Ericsson will launch its new SO706i 3G mobile phone that features a 1-Seg support in Japan via NTT DoCoMo. The phone will be released on July 4th, 2008. Measuring 105 mm x 49 mm x 13.4 mm and weighing 98grams, this 3G handset also offers a 2.8-inch display, 2MP camera and micro SD card (up to 2GB capacity). [AVING via Upcoming Cell Phones]

Belkin offers the 3G iPhone cases. This Formed Leather case retail for only $29.99. These cases will be available in US this July (the same time as the 3G iPhone release). [Belkin via Upcoming Cell Phones]

Apple Insider has unveiled a new proof that the next generation iPhone will support 3G connectivity. This screenshot was extracted from the distribution’s Preferences binary. [Apple Insider via Upcoming Cell Phones]
by Johan on September 19, 2007

Apple has released its 3G iPod nano in the Korea market. The gadget features 2-inch LCD display with 320×240 resolution, iPod click wheel and Cover Flow function. The player also supports MPEG4 and H.254, and offers about 24 hours of music and 5 hours of video playback. It allows users to enjoy entertainment games including iQuiz, Vortex and Klondike. Measuring 52.3mm x 69.8mm x 5mm and weights 49.2grams, the iPod nano 4GB retails for approx. $180, while the 8GB version is priced at around $250.
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