You are lucky if you are living in Germany, because Vodafone will release two new Android tablets in that country. Dubbed as the Smart Tab 7 and Smart Tab 10, these gadgets provide a fast 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm processor with the Google Android 3.2 Honeycomb OS, up to 32GB of storage space, a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. As its name suggests, the Smart Tab 7 has a 7-inch display, while the Smart Tab 10 offers a 10-inch display. Vodafone will launch the Smart Tab 7 and 10 tablets in November 2011. No word on pricing at this moment. [Ubergizmo]
Vodafone Germany has begun selling the new Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v Android tablet on their network. The device is currently being offered for 659.90 Euro (about $945). To refresh your memory, the Galaxy Tab 10.1v offers a 10.1-inch 1280 x 800 TFT display, a 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor, a 16GB of internal storage, an 8.0-megapixel rear-facing camera with LED flash, a 2.0-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls, a gyroscope sensor, an accelerometer sensor, 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities, WiFi, Bluetooth, a USB 2.0 port, a 3.5mm headset jack and runs on Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) OS. [Product Page]
Vodafone Spain is ready to release the Samsung Galaxy Tab Android tablet for just 199 Euros ($278) on an 18-month contract. The Vodafone Spain version of Samsung Galaxy Tab features a 7-inch Super LCD display (1024×600), a 1GHz Hummingbird CPU, the Android 2.2 OS, a voice calling functionality, a 3MP rear camera, a 1.3MP front-facing camera, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0 and a Swype text input. The gadget is powered by a 4000mAh battery. What’s more, this Android tablet provides a 16GB or 32GB of storage space, which is expandable via a microSD card slot. [SamsungHub]
Vodafone today announced that the iPhone will be available on its network in the UK from January 14, 2010. Vodafone UK pricing for the iPhone is similar with Orange and O2 who already sell the iPhone in the UK. The cheapest contract available is £30($47) a month (on a 24 month contract). The iPhone 3G 8GB, iPhone 3GS 16GB and iPhone 3GS 32GB are priced at £59($94), £149($238) and £239($382), respectively. The £30 per month tariff provides 300 minutes, unlimited text messages, unlimited WiFi. Customers will also be able to use up to 1GB data on one of the UK’s largest Wi-Fi networks, BT Openzone, providing high-speed internet access at premium locations across the UK. [Slashphone via Upcoming Cell Phones]
The Samsung H1 is now available for pre-order via Vodafone network. The phone is actually Vodafone’s first mobile phone that uses Vodafone 360 Platform. The Vodafone 360 Samsung H1 will be shipped to customers on October the 30th, 2009. The handset is available for free with a 24-month contract, which costs £30 per month. For your info, the Samsung H1 comes equipped with a 3.5-inch OLED display, a 5-megapixel shooter, a built-in GPS, WiFi, HSDPA/3G connectivity and a 16GB of storage space. [Vodafone via Upcoming Cell Phones]
Vodafone has recently launched its latest mobile broadband for several major cities in the U.K including London, Birmingham and Liverpool. Customers can enjoy download speeds varying from 1Mbps to 4Mbps with a practical maximum speed of 10.8Mbps. Vodafone has also reported that 80% of its datacards/dongles and 3G handsets are compatible with the new speed. [Ubergizmo]
by Johan on November 13, 2007
TomTom and Vodafone have collaborated to offer a new traffic service called TomTom High Definition Traffic, which is only available in the Netherlands so far. They also offered TomTom ONE XL HD that will be available in the Netherlands later this month with 12 months of High Definition Traffic subscription for $585. TomTom ONE XL HD navigation system features 4.3 inch full TFT colour LCD touch screen (480 x 272 pixels, 64.000 colours), 1GB of internal memory, GPRS Modem with built-in SIM card for live data connection, SD slot (only for additional maps), and buit-in Lithium-Ion battery that offers 2 hours of battery life.
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by Nicole on November 10, 2007
Vodafone UK has released the Pebble USB modem just in time for the holidays. This sophisticated yet simple modem features a slim contoured design and flashing perimeter lights. Perfect for the trendy business user! Now available on Vodafone.
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by Alexander on January 4, 2007
Cingular will be launching the much anticipated Palm Treo 750 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 8-11. No price for the Palm Treo 750 is set yet for the U.S. It’s already available overseas through Vodafone.
Cell Phones via Gizmodo / Engadget
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by Johan on January 4, 2007
LG has proudly announced that the company have sold more than 300,000 units of the LG KU800 “Chocolate” phone via Vodafone in less than 2 months. Just a recap, the KU800 features a 65K colors TFT display screen (240 x 320 pixels), touch-sensitive navigation keys with backlights, 2MP camera, video call, support MP3 playback, Bluetooth, and external slot for memory expansion. More pics after the break!
Akihabaranews via Cell Phones.
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