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Mirror, mirror on my phone who is the most chic chick multi-tasker in the land? According to their latest news release it has to be the new LG Shine II.  AT&T will be offering the LG Shine II, the next generation "fashionably smart statement with its glossy exterior and versatile utility".

LG Shine II is a luminous device with polished round edges in an elegant slider design. LG Shine II has stainless steel construction and a  2.2" wide mirror LCD.  If you don't want to check your makeup, you can download and videos and watch them Java 2.0 support.

LG Shine II also delivers a  music player with customizable equalizer, music recognition and ringtone creator, and direct-to-device music download capabilities.

AT&T and Samsung like to get your messages across. They announced the next generation messaging device from Samsung, the Flight, available in red and silver color options.

The Samsung Flight has a vertical portrait phone with a sliding-down QWERTY keyboard underneath. The Flight's touchscreen user interface provides one-touch access to functions like shortcuts, favorites and messaging, including SMS and MMS, Instant Messaging and mobile email.

The Samsung Flight offers social networking with AT&T Social Net, a 2.0 megapixel camera, Full HTML Web browse and is AT&T Navigator compatible. Other features include AT&T Mobile Music with Napster Mobile and eMusic Mobile, AT&T Video Share and Stereo Bluetooth technology. It measures  4.17" x 2.2" x 0.5".

The Samsung Flight is available for $99.99 after mail-in rebate. (Pay $149.99 and receive a $50 AT&T Promotion Card with a two-year service agreement.) New customers, use the Wireless and Mobile News $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of the Samsung Flight with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.

AT&T and Samsung announced the Samsung Mythic The Mythic's 3.3" full touch screen uses the Samsung's innovative TouchWiz  interface, which allows users to drag and drop widgets for their favorite and most commonly used features and functions on the phone's home screen.

With one-touch access to features including AT&T Mobile TV and social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace, they claim the Mythic is a portable entertainment powerhouse.

The Samsung Mythic is the newest AT&T Mobile TV-capable device to hit stores. AT&T Mobile TV subscribers get  access to full-length simulcast and time-shifted programming from FLO TV, including content from leading entertainment brands such as CBS Mobile, CNBC, CNN Mobile, COMEDY CENTRAL, ESPN Mobile TV, FOX Mobile, FOX News, MSNBC, MTV, NBC 2Go, Nickelodeon and the movie channel Crackle, plus more coming soon. AT&T Mobile TV is now available for $9.99 per month - a new, lower price point effective Nov. 8 for new and existing subscribers. Existing subscribers will see an automatic adjustment to the subscription price on their next statement. New AT&T Mobile TV subscribers receive the first seven days of their subscription for free

Mythic Specs:

• One-finger Touch and Finger Zoom.
• Full HTML Web browser.
• Virtual full QWERTY keyboard.
• 3.2 megapixel camera.
• Advanced Messaging capabilities
• AT&T Mobile E-mail
• SMS and MMS
• Instant Messenger
• AT&T Navigator (requires a separate subscription).
• AT&T Mobile Music with Napster Mobile and eMusic Mobile.
• Stereo Bluetooth technology.
• Dimensions: 4.49" x 2.06" x .5".
• Weight: 3.8 oz.

The Samsung Mythic is available for $199.99 after mail-in rebate. (Pay $249.99 and receive $50 AT&T Promotion Card with a two year service agreement.) New customers, use the Wireless and Mobile News $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of the Samsung Mythic with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.

Verizon will offer the push-to-talk, Samsung Convoy with military specifications built to withstand the harshest of elements to its offering.  The Convoy's high-quality stereo speaker, extended battery life and multiple messaging options make it the ideal device to stay connected in the toughest conditions.

The Samsung Convoy meets military specifications 810F standards for shock and dust resistance, vibration, salt fog, humidity, solar radiation, altitude and low and high temperature storage It offers a 1300 mAh for long battery lile, 2.0 megapixel camera (with Night Shot, panorama, color effects and more) Bluetooth® version 2.1,  object push (vCard and vCalendar only), basic image, basic printing and phonebook access, personal organizer with calendar, tip calculator, currency converter, notepad, alarm clock, world clock and stop watch

The Samsung Convoy will be available Nov. 15 for $49.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement with Verizon Wireless. Customers will receive the mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.If you use the Wireless and Mobile News' online purchase coupon-link for Instant Phone Rebate Only Available with Online Purchase then you don't have to wait for the rebate. 

Verizon Wireless customers can add Unlimited Push to Talk for $5 per month per line to any qualifying Nationwide voice plan.

comScore, Inc released a study of touchscreen mobile phone adoption in the U.S.and touchscreen phone adoption is growing rapidly. iPhone, LG Dare, LG Voyager (which also has a keyboard) BlackBerry Storm and Palm Treo top the list. The LG Dare used to be one of the few Verizon feature phones with email access that did not require a data plan. The younger crowd seems to be more "touchy" with higher percentages of touchscreen users in the younger demographics.

The study showed a significant 159-percent growth rate during the past year to 23.8 million users in August 2009.

The growth in touchscreen device adoption substantially outpaced the already strong 63-percent growth in U.S. adoption of smartphones. iPhone leads

Touchscreen Smartphone Adoption 3 Months Ending August 2009 vs. August 2008 Total U.S. Mobile Subscribers, Age 13+ Source: comScore MobiLens
Device Type	Subscribers (000)
	Aug-08	Aug-09	Percent Change
Touchscreen	9,219	23,843	159%
Smartphone	20,735	33,779	63%

T-Mobile will sell the Sony Ericsson Equinox with unique pulsating night effects starting October 28.

The Equinox is an interactive 3G phone with enhanced design features and built-in GPS. The five eye-catching night effects, give users five favorite people their own, unique pulsating light effect to identify them in a flash. The custom light features come in Amber, Sapphire, Beryl, Diamond, and Amethyst. The Equinox also has an array of changing wall paper themes that are color coordinated.

The a 3.2 megapixel camera is loaded with multimedia features, including an integrated application that lets you shoot amazing video and easily upload it directly to the YouTube application. The Equinox phone also has an integrated FM radio and Stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, and boasts gesture control that lets users reject incoming calls or silence an alarm with the wave of a hand.

"The Sony Ericsson Equinox phone echoes Sony Ericsson's tradition of style, personalization and multimedia," said Karen Morris, vice president of marketing, Sony Ericsson. "With a host of dynamic features that put the power of personality in your hands, it's a stunning 3G phone that reflects the mood of each individual user."

The Sony Ericsson Equinox phone is exclusively available at select T-Mobile retail stores and online starting October 28, 2009.

The Pantech Reveal  the double-keyboarded  it is now available from AT&T. The Panetch Reveal is optimized for texting and emailing friends, flirts or family members, and surfing the web. Pantech will be giving away Pantech Reveal phone for free via facebook until 10/26.

It is available today in a glossy red or blue, Reveal is expected to be given as gifts to any trendsetting teen or tween.

Both sets of keys stay active simultaneously, giving users fast access to numbers and letters at the same time - providing a truly quick messaging experience.

The Pantech Reveal sells for $79.99 at  AT&T after rebates.

If you a new AT&T customer, don't forget to use the he Wireless and Mobile News'  $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of  a new phone with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.

It uses the full web browser from AT&T announced earlier this month. Full specs and how to get a free Pantech Reveal follow. 

The Samsung Flight is slider phone that uses the new full HTML web browser based on Opera at AT&T.

The Samsung Flight is the next generation messaging device from Samsung that has a vertical sliding form factor, with full keyboard underneath.

A textured design and subtle ridge on the back make it easy to text or use the touch screen with one hand. The main display features a unique user interface which provides one-touch access to functions like shortcuts, favorites and messaging. The Flight, available in red and silver color options, will be available in November from AT&T.

If you are a new AT&T customer, don't forget to use the he Wireless and Mobile News'  $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of  a new phone with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.

The Pantech Impact is one of the new AT&T feature phones with a full web browser and quick messaging.  We were not able to get a photo of the phone that is apparently very cool and colorful with a morphing touchscreen. It comes in pink and blue.

The Pantech Impact has an OLED touchscreen that lets users send text messages, make calls, and control their music library without having to open the phone.

The Pantech Impact's screen features haptic controls which register each key-press with a soft, tactile buzz. A sideways flip of the phone reveals a full physical keyboard and a second display screen, allowing for a fuller experience when typing longer messages.

The Pantech Impact's bright screen and tri-band 3G functionality, lets users manage social networks and explore the Interne. It uses the full web browser from AT&T announced, today. If you are a new AT&T customer, don't forget to use the he Wireless and Mobile News'  $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of  a new phone with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.   

The Pantech Reveal is one of the new quick messaging feature phones from AT&T.

The Pantech Reveal is a slim slider that features an open-faced numeric keypad on the front of the phone which slides up to uncover a full keyboard underneath.

Both sets of keys stay active simultaneously, giving users fast access to numbers and letters at the same time. Whether updating your status with new pictures and videos, or texting, IMing or emailing friends,

Reveal keeps you connected to your digital life at every turn. Reveal utilizes AT&T Navigator and the power of 3G to make GPS, surfing the Web and listening to music fast and convenient.

The Pantech Reveal will go on sale through  AT&T, on October 18.

If you a new AT&T customer, don't forget to use the he Wireless and Mobile News'  $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of  a new phone with a plan. Free shipping is included with online activation.

It uses the full web browser from AT&T announced today.

AT&T will offer new feature phones that feature full web browsers; The Pantech Reveal,  Pantech Impact, Samsung Mythic and Samsung Flight for quick messaging phones over the holidays.

The new phones are the first to come preloaded with AT&T’s new richer and faster HTML mobile browser and att.net service, combining the best of full HTML browsing with unique features for personalizing favorite bookmarks and local searches. The new att.net mobile platform utilizes advanced data compression from Opera Software, allowing for much faster delivery of HTML web pages. The browser and browser features were built by Opera using Opera Mini technology. This is the first public announcement of Opera’s partnership with AT&T.

AT&T’s new att.net mobile browser gives customers three windows to the Web. From the homepage, users can easily browse the global Internet as well as assign bookmarks and shortcuts or set other preferences so they have quick access to their favorite content. A second window gives users location-aware local news and weather; one-click results for nearby restaurants, nightlife venues, ATMs and other points of interest; and access to maps, driving directions and traffic information. A third window delivers the latest headlines from popular news, sports and entertainment sites.

Additionally, customers accessing att.net from their PC can customize their mobile att.net page by sending shortcuts to popular websites through a “Send to Mobile” feature.

AT&T on Sunday will start selling the Nokia 6350, a colorful clamshell flip phone, designed for hand comfort.  They say it's for the fall because it's available in two seasonal shades, red and graphite.

The Nokia 6350 is a 3G and HSDPA enabled phone. The Nokia 6350 has a 2.0 megapixel camera, dedicated music keys, and a 2-inch QVGA (240 x 320 pixel) display. From the photos it looks like it has an color external display.

The smooth back design of the Nokia 6350 provides a soft feel throughout for a touch of simple sophistication. The HTML browser promises a real-online experience and email. The battery will last for up to four hours of non-stop talk time.

The device opens up to popular services like AT&T Navigator and AT&T Video Share, making the Nokia 6350 an ideal addition to your life on the move.  

Available at AT&Tfrom October 4^th, the Nokia 6350 costs 29.99 USD with a two-year AT&T service agreement after mail-in rebate. For new AT&T customers, you can use the Wireless and Mobile News' $50 off online only coupon-link with the purchase of the Nokia 6350 with a plan for new customers. 

Verizon will begin selling the Razzle on October 6. Developed by Personal Communications Devices, he Razzle has a tilt-and-swivel design for more comfortable text messaging and access to the built-in music player.

Music can be downloaded from Verizon Wireless' V CAST Music with Rhapsody service (subscription and PC downloads) and stored on the pre-installed 1 GB microSD card. The Razzle will be available online at Verizon beginning Oct. 6. It will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores later this month.

Color: Sleek and shiny black case with lime green highlights

Key features:

• QWERTY keypad and music controls on tilt-and-swivel bar.
• Large 2.2" 262K color TFT display.
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel camera.
• 1X, Dual-band CDMA (1800/1900 MHz).
• Bluetooth®-capable with support for the following profiles: headset, hands-free, stereo, phonebook access, and object push for vCard and vCalendar.

Lifestyle features:

• Access to Mobile web.
• Media Center-capable for easy downloading of games, ringtones and more.
• VZ Navigator(SM)-capable - Customers get audible turn-by-turn directions to more than 15 million points of interest and can share the directions with others.
• Text, picture and voice messaging.
  
• Task bar for shortcuts to menus.
• T9 predictive text.
• Voice commands. 
• Up to 1,000-entry phone book.
• Speakerphone.
• Bilingual Interface - English and Spanish languages.

The Verizon Razzle will be available online for $69.99 with a new two-year customer agreement. The Razzle will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores later this month.

Verizon announced the Nokia 2705 Shade, a flip phone with a free special picture frame, lanyard and special Xpress-on cover during Domestic Violence Awareness Month(October.)   Because purple is the awareness color for domestic violence, those who purchase the Nokia Shade with a camera online  will receive a free picture frame phone lanyard and a purple Nokia Xpress-on Cover while supplies last.

Nokia 2705 Shade has a large display for such a small phone(about the size of a credit card closed), works with VZ Navigator, 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth and mobile web.

The Verizon Nokia 2705 Shade will be be available exclusively online with the option of buying  the phone with or without a camera.

The Nokia Shade also allows the customer to have the ability to choose the color of their choice with Xpress-on covers, sold separately.

The Nokia 2705 Shade comes pre-programmed with #HOPE for those who need help with domestic violence, it calls the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

The Nokia Shade with camera will be available online at Verizon beginning Oct. 6 for $29.99 with a new two-year customer agreement.

Customers can purchase Xpress-on changeable covers in blue, red and purple for $19.99.

Verizon and Motorola announced the Motorola Barrage that should withstand a barrage of punishment and stress because it has a super- tough exterior. “It’s good to the last drop” and comes with a 2 megapixel camera/camcorder and dual speakers.

The Motorola Barrage is designed to be submersible for up to 30 minutes in one meter of water.  The Motorola Barrage s constructed from chrome, glass, mesh and rubber - protecting it against blowing rain, humidity, solar radiation, high and low temperatures, blowing dust, salt fog, altitude, shock, vibration and transit drop.

The Motorola Barrage also features Push to Talk capability for quick conversations as well as exclusive Verizon Wireless multimedia and entertainment services so customers never have to rough it, even when they’re using the device in rough environments.

The Motorola Barrage will be available online at Verizon for $129.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement. It will be in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores beginning Nov. 16. Customers will receive the mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted. You can use the Mobile News’ Verizon online coupon-link to get the rebate instantly with an online purchase.
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A non-camera version of the phone will be available on Oct. 21. Verizon Wireless customers can add Unlimited Push to Talk for $5 per month per line to any qualifying Nationwide voice plan. 

LG is showing off its new LG Chocolate BL20, a slider 3G touchscreen phone with hidden touch navigation keys, and a 5 megapixel camera. It is very thin with smooth slide side touch control (see video.)

The LG Chocolate BL20 also has widgets for access to news, weather, contacts, alarm and the web. The video shows “clear memo capture with text scan.” It has been reported that it has quad-band GSM support, 2.4-inch 262K-color QVGA display, Bluetooth, FM radio and a microSD card slot for expanding the built-in 130MB of memory.

Because of its size its considered a mid-level phone. The video features hip music and beautiful model photos posing with the LG Chocolate BL20. The video of the LG Chocolate BL20 follows

Samsung Rogue Rated 4 out of 5 by Wireless and Mobile News' Review of Reviews

The Samsung Rogue from Verizon is a feature phone full of high-end features. The AMOLED touchscreen is gorgeous, and all reviewers thought the web browsing was good to excellent. The call quality and camera are very good.

The large QWERTY keyboard on the Samsung Rogue
was well-liked and comfy for excellent texting, IM and email. Reviewers liked the 3.5 standard headphone jack.

The Samsung Rogue  is one of the new Verizon phones that requires a data plan and also has an extra fee for email.  A possible drawback is that it doesn't sync contacts like most business smartphones do. One reviewer liked the fact that you can use a combination of the touchscreen or the keyboard.  Social-networkers don't have their own Twitter or Facebook apps, just links to mobile web pages.

The Samsung Rogue has only been reviewed by a few reviewers so far. When more reviews come in, we will update this review. We suspect that many will recommend the Samsung Rogue for texters and web browsers who don't need full business sync or enterprise services. The kind of users who like a good self-portrait mirror, fast texting, great web browsing and beautiful colorful display.

The Samsung Rogue sells for $99 with contract from Verizon  and rebate. Youan avoid waiting for  rebate by using the Wireless and Mobile News' Verizon online coupon-link an you will get the rebate instantly with an online purchase. The Samsung Rogue comes with pre-loaded games including "NEED FOR SPEED Undercover," "Resident Evil: Degeneration," and "Tetris and Dice".

T-Mobile is now offering the low-cost music phone the Nokia 5130 Xpress Music phone. The Nokia 5130 has stereo Bluetooth, an FM radio, 2.0-megapixel camera and an extra-long battery with six hours of talktime and 12 days of standby.

Based Symbian S40 operating system the Nokia 5130 has a standard 3.5mm audio jack and eternal music controls.

The Nokia 5130 supports email and instant messaging and photo sharing through Share on Ovi and Mail on Ovi email services.

Verizon Wireless will offer the Nokia 7705 Twist, a square phone that twists open to a full QWERTY keypad, It's a point, click, twist and shout phone.

The Nokia 7705 Twist shortcut buttons click to messaging, the 3.0 megapixel camera, web-browsing, V CAST Music with Rhapsody, voice commands, and speakerphone options. The Contact Light Ring, located in the lower right corner, identifies a message or a call from those listed in the contact directory.

The Nokia Twist will go on-sale, online starting September 13 for $99  with a contract, after a rebate. If you use the Wireless and Mobile News' Verizon online coupon-link you will get the rebate instantly with an online purchase.

HTC introduced the HTC Tattoo, an Android-based phone that brings with HTC Sense personalization along with a 3.2 megapixel autofocus camera, 3.5mm stereo headset jack and expandable microSD memory.

HTC Tattoo is the second phone with HTC Sense, is designed by listening and observing how people live and communicate, HTC Sense revolves around three fundamental principles Make it Mine, Stay Close and Discover the Unexpected.