Qtek s200: regular evolution

The beginning of the year for mobile device market is marked by the transition to Windows Mobile 5.0. All major manufacturers in a hurry to release a new (or at least updated) model with the fifth running. In the world of smartphones, as always, first noted the Taiwanese company HTC, pripodnesshaya a whole bunch of devices. As you all probably familiar with two fresh machine from HTC: compact keyboard communicator HTC Wizard (Qtek 9100) and the powerful HTC Universal (Qtek 9000). The updated line of the company lacked only one machine - a portable, thin and light, in short, be what was the hit of last year's sales of HTC Magician (QTek s100/s110, i-mate Jam and their other classmates) ... In general, meet a nice kind of successor, the new device - HTC Prophet or the Qtek s200. Frightened away good luck, the developers have adopted the best of previous models, that is, design and basic characteristics. By and large, have replaced the processor. For the sake of improving battery life in the Qtek s200 was established more slowly and therefore less voracious "stone." Then the firm "dish complemented the obligatory now Wi-Fi, EDGE, 2 megapixel camera and handed over to the table a few vidoizmennennom body, with a bit of recycled controls that take account of user interface features of the new OS. In general, compact Qtek series of "s" has evolved quite smoothly, without any surprises or surprises. Solve the same to make a choice in his favor or not to the amendment to the priorities which we will try to arrange this material.

Specifications:
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition
• Processor: Texas Instruments OMAP850 195 MHz
• Memory: 64 MB RAM (48 MB user available) and 128 MB of memory (45Mb available)
• Screen: 2.8 "(72 mm) transflective TFT, 240x320, 65536 colors
• Memory Expansion: SD / MMC / SDIO
• Wireless interfaces: IrDA, Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi (802.11b / g), GSM 850/900/1800/1900, GPRS Class 10, EDGE
• Battery: Removable Lithium-Ion 1200 mAh
• Audio: microphone, speaker, 2.5-mm stereo headphone jack
• Dimensions: 108 x 58 x 18.2 mm
• Weight: 150 g

On testing we have visited only the device, without a complete set, but we know that in this respect, he will not be different from its predecessor, Qtek s100/s110, that is in the box there are charging from the mains, USB cable, pouch, headset and CD with instructions.

Appearance

At this time, it seems, HTC has followed the useful principle of "best is the enemy of the good." And indeed, the predecessor of this machine, HTC Magician, it became a bestseller thanks to its unique combination of size, shape and design. So the company is only slightly changed the controls, and updated exterior machine. For clarity, we added a relatively recent newcomer photo Qtek 9100, also claiming a place in the compact class communicator and as we shall see later, very similar to our hero in hardware.

Qtek s110, Qtek 9100 and Qtek s200

So what changed? In general, we have all the same RES Magician. Mighty plastic body, front and rear panels have changed color from silver to black. The lateral surface has lost the characteristic edges, instead of them now a bit of an advocate for housing rubberized roller. Dimensions and weight did not change, the CCP still sits in my hand. The most significant changes have occurred with a block of keys. Button "call" and "hang" decreased in size and become round, which, incidentally, is not strongly affected by the ergonomics of the device. But instead of two extra keys are now four: two soft buttons (for context-sensitive menu of Windows Mobile), click "Start" and "OK". Changes understandable, since the device is installed Windows Mobile 5.0, and this Operating System requires just such a set of control keys. Designers worked with a joystick. Now he changed his form - was of a square round. Unfortunately, in terms of ergonomics, it was not the best way, but that just does not bring the benefit design. On the other hand, as shown, for such a joystick is quite possible to get used to. Above the screen is still located exit hole dynamics, combined with a three-color charging indicator of the wireless interfaces. At the top end there was only a slot for memory card SD / MMC slot and a stylus. A bottom end is still divided connector for power and timing, headphone jack, reset button, and the inlet of the microphone. On the right side are located the power button and IR port, and on the left - the button slider to adjust the volume, camera button and a manager of wireless communication (which is also responsible for enabling the recorder). There also moved eyelet for a carrying strap. The rear is a socket for an external antenna, a camera with a mirror for self portraits and the battery compartment, which is located under the battery as standard SIM-card. In general, as with all products HTC, body produces a great impression. All parts are tight fitting, no backlash or scratches are not seen. All buttons have clear tactile feedback when pressed. In general, for the look - "excellent", another from HTC, and we were not expecting.

Processor and memory

The situation here is almost completely identical to the situation on the Qtek 9100. To the question "you have cheap or go?» HTC gives a definite answer - to go. The communicator uses a fairly slow processor Texas Instruments OMAP850 195 MHz. This is not the quickest solution, which was selected due to the extremely low power consumption. Due to this choice, the battery life Qtek s200 - one of the best. However, on this later. The amount of memory - too small, but tolerable for such devices. Total user available 45 MB non-volatile memory for data storage and 48 MB of RAM available on board 128 MB ROM and 64 MB of RAM, respectively. In principle, the daily range of tasks that are more than enough. Here I want to note one advantage compared with the same Qtek 9100. In the Qtek s200 does not have to install a slot for memory cards miniSD, and left standard - SD / MMS. This is a very big advantage for those who are going to change a bit outdated for a newer machine, as is usually the memory card from these users already have. In addition, miniSD card yet are still considered exotic, though quickly gaining in popularity and the manufacturers and as a result, buyers. So, a little lower than you expect the results of the benchmark unit. Testing means SPB Benchmark did not bring any surprises. s200 is a complete hardware analog keyboard 9100, hence the identity of the ratings. Results differ by one percent, which is within the error of single measurements. However, recall that the SPB Benchmark not adequately assess the graphical code and, accordingly, the total index, which naturally comes first. Therefore, the actual performance analysis can be conducted only on indicators of performance of the processor, memory and embedded applications. Despite some inadequate test suite, the alternative program on the market now do not. In addition, this program is useful for comparing the performance of different devices. Here you can really operate "conditional units". In general, the presence of a weak processor determines the outcome. This apparatus, as Qtek 9100 - today one of the slowest communicators. Must pay for everything, including the increased operating time. Video performance was evaluated using a player BetaPlayer v.0.095. As always, played out three spots: 2 "mobile" (low and standard) and "desktop". In the attached file below you'll find more details on this test. In general, the results are quite low, although predictable. "Desktop" video to the new PDA is too tough, and mobile in high quality too. Conclusion: if you want to watch movies on Qtek s200 - use when converting the lowest possible bitrate.

Screen

All the same standard, rather qualitative transflektiv Diagonal 2.8-inch (72 mm). In general, there is nothing to tell, screen quality, with good viewing angles, the sun does not blind. True, not enough levels of backlighting - just 5. But for the normal operation is fine.

Battery

Now, actually, and look for what had to be put on the potential hit Qtek s200 razocharuyusche slow processor, especially given the Qtek s100. After all, it is no secret that time modern smartphones have always left much to be desired. I wonder what changed in the new unit. In the Qtek s200 established quite a small lithium-ion battery 1200 mAh. It is fully compatible with the one installed in the HTC Magician. Testing was performed with a full battery charge before the warning "Battery low", which means that approximately 20% of residual charge.

Communicator was tested in 4 different modes:
1. Stress test: GSM-module, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled, the brightness and volume - the maximum, the communicator lost in a cycle of "hard" video. Opening hours - 3 hours 30 minutes.
2. Normal operation: An attempt to simulate some "average" conditions. GSM-Module has been enabled, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi - are off. Speaker volume was set at half the maximum brightness - in the first division of the minimum. Device is lost in a cycle of regular video. Hours - 5 hours 20 minutes.
3. Reading e-books: GSM-module, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned off, the light - in the first division of the minimum, the reading program was carried Haali Reader mode avtoskrolla memory card. Hours - 14 hours 15 minutes.
4. Audio playback: GSM-module, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and the screen - are off. Plays performed on Koss Porta Pro headphones through an adapter. Used the program GS Player, files with a bitrate of 192-256 KBps played with the memory card. Hours - 10 hours 20 minutes.

So, we can not say that the results of a new device - a record, but nevertheless, it has overtaken all its competitors in battery life. It is interesting that, judging by the tests, our hero hardier E-Eten M600, equipped with more powerful battery of 1440 mAh. In practical application Qtek s200, during normal operation (8-10 calls a day, 1-2 hours browsing through GPRS), lasted just under two hours. In standby mode (with the screen off, but included Bluetooth and GRPS) machine worked without charging more than 5 days. The result that deserves respect. The device certainly fits the active users.

Sound

Audio path has not changed. Sound is clear and clean, though, as usual, a few rather weak for the lower frequencies. Built-in speaker volume is quite large, you will not miss a call. Dictaphone is also quite standard. Inside the average noise caller's voice clearly distinguished at a distance of up to 2 m can record a telephone conversation, but the interlocutor will hear the bad - the sound is transmitted from the speaker to the microphone through the body. The only available adjustment - turn off the microphone AGC (automatic recording level).

Wireless interfaces

All the wireless capabilities Qtek s200 knows already familiar application Comm Manager. However, tell of the communication modules new items in descending order of importance.

Phone

In the Qtek s200 installed quad-band (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) GSM-module. Data transfer may be a protocol GPRS Class 10 (3 slots to accept, 2 to transfer). There is also support more vysoskrostnogo EDGE, switching which is transparent to the owner, that is, automatically in the zones of action of this new protocol. All telephone functions are performed by built-in application Windows Mobile Phone. It supports all the standard features of GSM-networks: the ban, call waiting, call forwarding, caller ID, voice mail, the index of the network and broadcast messages. To receive and send messages using built-in utility Messaging. A nice addition to a telephone interface utility has voice dialing and control Voice Speed ​​Dial on Addiction Cyberon. To transfer contacts from SIM-card pristutstvuet standard utility SIM manager.In general, the device excels at with his phone duties. Audibility - a very good, without any interference from both sides.

Bluetooth

Unfortunately, HTC continues to ignore the more sophisticated and stable in the Bluetooth-driver from Broadcom and sets their communicators BT-stack from Microsoft.

Here is a list of available services:
• dialup connection
• COM-ports
• transmission and reception facilities
• Headset

Wi-Fi

On Qtek s200 implemented the latest version of Wi-Fi - 802.11b / g, supports data transfer rates of up to 54 MB / c. Testing has shown that it works like clockwork. Settings - intuitive. Otherwise, the implementation of Wi-Fi no complaints. All the same rather austere, but functional interface.

Infrared

Well, none of this veteran's nothing special and did not wait. And so it happened. Port - a standard, not heightened.

Luggage

In the Qtek s200 has an improved camera with a matrix size 2 MP. We can not say that it radically alters the picture (with this optics is difficult to jump above his head), but still some improvement there. In addition to the new matrix, the camera got a close-up mode. To go into it, turn endowed with special risks ring on the lens.Example image - just below (but are forced to warn you that all photos taken by a specific test device has a defect - the horizontal bar at the bottom of the picture, but it most likely costs of the engineering model). We should also note the emergence of non-standard shooting mode, Burst, conceived as an analogue of the sports mode on the "old" cameras, that is, issuing a series of shots with high frequency. So, now you do not miss the lucrative scene in the series will always be what to choose. Possibilities for configuring the camera all the same. User has access to these settings.

Shooting Mode:
• photo
• video
• MMS video
• Contacts picture
• Picture theme
• Sport
• Burst

Sizes of images:
• Small (160x160)
• Medium (320x240)
• Large (640x480)
• 1.3 M (1280x1024)
• 2 M (1600x1200)

Correction:
• auto
• daylight
• incandescent
• fluorescent lamps
• Night Mode

Special Effects:
• black and white
• sepia
• cool
• negative

It should be noted that the color correction algorithms, though improved, but work is still not very good. At the very least, a simple run Auto Levels in "Photoshop" in the post-processing can dramatically improve the picture. Nevertheless, such a camera - quite a significant step forward. Perhaps, for now - is the best that is installed on your device with Windows Mobile. Several examples of images - below.

Software

On Qtek s200 is running Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition. Embedded applications - standard (with their list can be found, for example here), so that we will not list them. From the more software there is the already mentioned utility voice control and a set of Cyberon, as well as archive Zip. There is still a Modem Link utility to use the device as a GPRS-modem. And the plug on the screen Today, shows remaining battery power.

Price and Availability

The official start of sales Qtek s200 in Russia is already scheduled for this month. Approximate price - $ 600-650.

Conclusions

Since Qtek s200 is a logical development of models of the previous generation, and not set as "from scratch" device, it makes sense to focus not on absolute advantages and disadvantages of cars, and look at it in comparison with the glorious ancestors Qtek s100/s110. So what changed? ..

Cons:
• low-power processor

Pros:
• added Wi-Fi, and, once 802.11b / g
• changed the protocol to the Bluetooth version 2.0
• increased battery life
• improved camera
• new OS
• reasonable price

Owners of previous models compact series "s" is worth paying attention to the novelty, if they need a Wi-Fi, improving battery life and indifference would react to a slight decrease in performance. Otherwise, the machine fits all those needs in an elegant actual wagon (no keyboard) is based on Windows Mobile with a full arsenal of wireless and for reasonable money. Summarizing, we can say that the Qtek s200 developers succeeded. In fact the only disadvantage of this novelty - a weak processor, whose presence is justified by a much longer battery life than the same Qtek s100/s110. In general, the device has the potential to become a hit this season, and maybe a year. Success will also contribute a great starting price for the device. The authors, translation:

Communicators and Smartphones CeBIT-2006

In terms of presentation of curious novelties exhibition CeBIT-2006 is clearly more successful than last year. Much Ado About Microsoft done with its platform UltraMobile PC, which we recently told you. Company BenQ Mobile and the Samsung every day to report the release of different-sized cell, communicators and smartphones. According to our main theme, namely, on the part of solutions for Windows Mobile, too, was something to see. All manufacturers vying promised to treat something "tasty" and almost never cheated expectations. We offer you a brief overview of the most visible communicators and smartphones show. According to the latest trends in hi-tech fashion, this season only relevant embedded GPS - in any case, all self-respecting market players put up a model with a satellite receiver. Another thing is whether it will offer insistent demand ... In addition, the list of mandatory features of communication devices added Wi-Fi and it seems to be afoot a new "feature", which may be interested manufacturers, - IP-telephony. Devices targeted at this type of communication, yet it represented a bit, but this is extremely promising niche yet to be mastered. In the meantime, start with new products from Hewlett-Packard - Communicators series HP iPAQ hw6900. As you probably already know, this lineup is an evolution of last year's line of iPAQ hw6500. However, the development of a very cautious, if not slow, particularly for HP, in the recent past, different and fresh ideas. As usual, will be available two versions of devices - iPAQ hw6915 with built-in camera and iPAQ hw6910 (without it). Just say about the differences. Firstly, a new Operating System - Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition, and the long-awaited transition to a more powerful processor Intel XScale PXA270 c clock frequency of 416 MHz. Secondly, the replacement of the GPS-receiver GL20000 produced by Global Locate, which was equipped with 65-I series, the ubiquitous chip SiRFstar III, so the quality of reception should improve significantly. Thirdly, the addition of the wireless module standard Wi-Fi, whose support is now transferred most of the producers. Fourth, the planned increase of ROM on board - up to 128 MB. Well, finally, two expansion slots available to the predecessors, the hw6900 only one survived - miniSD.

Otherwise, the new HP device is a copy of its predecessor, so the similarities, we just briefly list:
• work in GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• support GPRS and EDGE
• Bluetooth (1.2) and IrDA (SIR 1.2)
• 3-inch touch screen with 240 x 240 pixels and the ability to display 65536 colors
• hardware QWERTY-keyboard
• Built-in 1.3-megapixel camera, the model hw6915.

Dimensions communicators, as before, is 118 x 71 x 18 mm, weight - 180 g. The models intended for sale in the U.S., will receive the indices hw6920 and hw6925, in Canada - hw6940 and hw6945, in Australia, New Zealand and Asian countries will be sold only one model - hw6965, and the countries of Europe and Russia will come apparatus hw6910 and hw6915. The last digit "5" indicates the presence of a camera, and "0" - by her absence. Recall that the iPAQ hw6900 series will go on sale this summer and will be available in Europe, complete with navigation software TomTom Navigator. True, the data on the alleged price yet. But go ahead.Near exhibited the first communicator of Fujitsu-Siemens - Pocket Loox series T800, the first rumors about which have appeared before the discovery of CeBIT 2006. So, the new series is represented by two models T810 and T830, which differ only in the presence of a 2-megapixel camera for photos and a VGA-camera for video telephony at T830. Otherwise they are identical. Designed in the spirit of the machines RIM BlackBerry and similar to the above communicators from HP. Here and square screen (240 x 240 pixels, diagonal - 2.4 ") and hardware QWERTY-keyboard. From the photographs it is clear that the right sidewall returned beloved by many a scroll wheel, which we have last seen in the Pocket Loox 720. Technical performance by today's standards - average. However, in problems for which designed the new model, available capacity should be enough with a vengeance. Pocket Loox T810 and T830 are made on the basis of processor Intel XScale PXA270 (416 MHz), each have 64 MB of RAM and 128 MB ROM, and also have Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi (802.11b / g). The role of GPS-receivers in both models, using all the same SiRFstar III. With regard to networking, the new items FS with equal success working with both GSM (900/1800/1900 MHz) and a UMTS (2100 MHz). Expansion slot in them, which is nice, standard SD / MMC supports SDIO. Provided support and USB host / slave, which can boast all the latest PDA models from this manufacturer. Staffing capacity battery of 1500 mAh can expect decent battery life. With all these new products is one drawback - the large size (126 x 64 x 21 mm) and a solid weight (190 g). For the communicator is to say the least, overkill. For many, the QWERTY-keyboard, of course, the correct thing, but in this case it is not implemented too well, especially against the backdrop of Qtek 9100 (HTC Wizard). Barring anything unforeseen, then in Europe, the new communicators will be sold from July this year. BenQ, meanwhile, "rolled out" an updated version of Communicator P50 - BenQ P51. Unlike the iPAQ hw6900 and T810/830, designers, its creators did not reduce the screen, so here we have a standard QVGA-resolution 2.83-inch diagonal, and that in general, can be attributed to a number of advantages. Following the new standards, the novelty is equipped with a GPS-module, Bluetooth (probably 1.2), Wi-Fi (802.11 b / g), QWERTY-keyboard and a camera (1.3 megapixels) with flash. RAM and ROM is 128 MB, but as expansion slots provided for SD / MMC. Third-generation networks, this model will not be supported, calls will be possible to perform only in networks GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). Particularly impressive is the claimed battery life. According to the creators, communicators R51 is capable of withstanding up to 240 minutes of talk time and 150 hours of standby. Let's see what happens in reality. Case dimensions are 122 communicator x 60 x 20 mm, weight - 170 grams, and the beginning of sales planned for this summer. Malaysian company Advance Tech Communications said at the exhibition communicator called MAGIC, which stands for Mobile Advanced Global Integrated Communicator. This device is noticeably against the background of the majority of new products, primarily for its technical characteristics. However, I must say that the audience was shown a concept that will not soon go into mass production. So, does this machine, of course, running Windows Mobile 5.0. It is based on Intel processor with a clock frequency of 624 MHz. To complete the picture there is a graphic accelerator Intel 2700G3, 512 MB RAM (!), The same amount of ROM, built-in hard disk to 8 GB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, two cameras, two screens (!), As well as the QWERTY-keyboard. This giant will work in GSM, 3G support is not a word was said. Dimensions are 125 x 70 x 32 mm, weight - 300 g. It can be seen in the photo, MAGIC has a folding design that resembles a well-known communicator Qtek 9000 (platform HTC Universal). MAGIC will have a direct two screens, and both with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. Presumably, one of them will touch, and the second - external - ordinary. We repeat that demonstrated the device was only a prototype, so you should not be surprising that neither the starting date of supply or price, or target markets have not been named yet. However, we can promise you that the situation around this device, we will be watching very closely. Gigabyte has introduced a long-awaited communicator gSmart, which besides the standard for Pocket PC features, equipped with TV and FM-receivers. Implementation of the latter, according to eyewitnesses, is worthy of the highest ratings. The model is a slider, which is becoming increasingly popular among mobile phone manufacturers as well as among the market of PDA / smartphones. Powered gSmart running Windows Mobile 5.0 in mobile networks GSM 900/1800/1900. In the role of the processor at this novelty act is well-proven Intel XScale PXA272 with 416 MHz. Memory capacity is 64 MB (RAM) and 64 MB (ROM), and for a slot for expansion cards miniSD. Wireless Modules at gSmart presented in all its diversity: Bluetooth 1.2 and Wi-Fi (802.11b). In addition, there is a built-in camera with 2.1 megapixel resolution matrix. Dimensions of the device is 109 x 53.5 x 24 mm, and weight - 153 was complete with it comes a lithium-ion battery with very little to the surprise capacity of 840 mAh, which, according to the first lucky ones, having familiarized with the device too quickly discharged when active use of wireless interfaces and TV functions. Looks suspicious to the fact that Gigabyte has not yet announced the date of commencement of sales and an estimated retail price of its novelty. We hope that this will be known shortly. The activity of the Korean company Samsung, which we noted at the beginning of the article, expressed not only in the number of announced models of mobile phones, but also on the part of WM-communicators and smartphones. In particular, the presented models M8000, i750, i830 and SGH-i310. Very well looked unit M8000, supports wireless technology WiBro - version of WiMax, which provides data transmission speeds up to 13 Mbps. Externally, a novice is very similar to the model i730, but the detail on it here, we will not, because He will be released only in Asia. I750 communicator you are already familiar. This is a logical development of the i730, which gained great popularity in the North American market. But because the unit has been demonstrated at last year's CeBIT, we also left him. To discharge these new products from Samsung should include only the SGH-i310 - the world's first WM-smartphone, equipped with hard disk capacity of 8 GB. Previous models of this series, i300 also had a hard drive, though smaller capacity - 4 GB. However, a more solid hard drive - not the only difference from last year's cars. SGH-i310 is equipped with 2 megapixel camera and TV-out, whereby the owner of the smartphone will be able to view pictures and video directly from the TV screen. The manufacturer is positioning the new model, primarily as a full replacement for MP3-player. Despite the fact that the amount of memory and so will be enough for all occasions, Samsung engineers have not stinted on the expansion slot - microSD. Well, the last thing that is interesting in the SGH-i310, - availability of USB 2.0 and Bluetooth. Replenish the wireless capabilities of smartphones at the expense of Wi-Fi support engineers Samsung for some reason did not. On the shelves of Samsung SGH-i310 will only appear in the second half of this year. Its price is unknown, but, of course, the smartphone will be quite expensive, especially at the start of sales. Among the seven new products presented in this exhibition Taiwan's MiTAC, Communicator is the only one. It is a model Mio A701, running on Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition. Without any exaggeration we can say that this is the most advanced model of MiTAC.This device is based on the processor Intel PXA270, running at 520 MHz and is equipped with integrated GPS-chip (of course, SiRFstar III), GSM-module (900/1800/1900 MHz), Bluetooth 1.2 and built-in 1.3-megapixel camera. The total volume is 192 MB, of which 128 MB are reserved for ROM, while the remaining 64 MB - a memory. If the previous models from this manufacturer can be without any twinge of conscience to call devoid of visual appeal, the design Mio A701 - a big step forward. The model will be available in two colors - black and white. In European PDA sales is expected in April 2006. The promised price - 700 euros. Compatriot MiTAC, company ASUS, contrary to expectations, had not brought at CeBIT 2006 Communicator P305. Instead it was a model P525, which is positioned as IP-phone. Unfortunately, information about this device is fairly small. We only know that the novelty will be running the operating system Windows Mobile 5.0 based on Intel PXA270 processor with 416 MHz, GSM and UMTS (2100 MHz) Wi-Fi. Asus engineers promise to surprise the user's joystick, which is available at first sight is not very practical - and surrounded by keyboard buttons, but it saves space and is quite convenient. Actually, thanks to this usovershentsvovaniyu new ultra-slim size (exact data on this subject has not yet shown). Diagonal screen at the same time will be less than 3 inches at a resolution of 320x240 pixels. In addition, as seen in the photographs, P525 will be equipped with a 2 megapixel camera. Amounts of memory on-board device is standard for a new generation and make up 64 MB of RAM and 128 MB ROM. For their completion is standard slot miniSD. Information about the sales and price have not yet covered, as well as new details about the other expected product from ASUS - PDA P305. At the booth E-Ten of the novelties was spotted navigation device G500. Like its predecessor, M600, the new device comes in black, but the appearance differs significantly from previous models of the company. First, he became a little less in width. Second, completely changed the form navigation keys and four softkeys.With regard to the operating system, here we are seeing the same Windows Mobile 5.0 Phone Edition - something new has not yet appeared. G500 is designed to operate in GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz. Communicator is based on the processor Samsung S3C2440, running at 400 MHz, equipped with 64 MB RAM and 128 MB ROM, from which the user will be able to dispose of a total of 130 MB. To increase the available memory is activated slot miniSD. Screen in the new model is exactly the same as that of the previous - 2.8-inch QVGA display with the ability to display 65,536 colors. The role of GPS-chip performs the famous SiRFstar III. And, of course, the new device will not be without Bluetooth.

E-Ten M600 and E-Ten G500

Housing Dimensions E-Ten G500 of 119 x 62 x 23 mm and weighing device is about 170, the sales should begin in March, after the close of CeBIT 2006. Well, finally we saved up Fresh news from HTC. It's about the communicator and the smartphone HTC Hermes HTC Star Trek. Beyond them, on the stands demonstirovalis operators also model on the platform HTC Prophet, but to them we shall not stop, because HPCru you can read a review on the topic "Qtek s200: regular evolution." So, HTC Hermes looks like HTC Wizard (Qtek 9100). This device is made in a similar form factor side slider (with a sliding side QWERTY-keyboard). It is true that little has changed key design: they have grown in size and become square. Eyewitnesses say that working with this keyboard is more convenient. Specifications of the new platform, which before the CeBIT perceived as a rumor, in general, confirmed. Communicator is made based on the processor by Samsung 300 MHz, RAM and ROM respectively, are 64 and 128 MB. Diagonal screen size is 2.8 inches, the matrix itself has a standard resolution of 240 x 320 pixels and displays up to 65,536 colors. Communicator will be equipped with interfaces Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11b / g, as well as built-in 2.1-megapixel camera with LED flash, autofocus and the ability to close-up. The front side of the lens is a second camera (CIF) for video.As for supported mobile communication standards, here we have the opportunity to work in networks GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), UMTS (2100 MHz) and support for GPRS / EDGE.

Pocket Loox 720 and T-Mobile MDA Vario II

At the moment only one model is presented on the platform HTC Hermes - T-Mobile MDA Vario II, which will distribute the operator T-Mobile. Dimensions of the new device close to the machine at the HTC Wizard, while sales should begin this summer. Platform HTC StarTrek was represented at the show with just one device - Smartphone i-mate SmartFlip. As you already know, the body of this device will be made in the clamshell, and the design close to the popular phone Motorola RAZR V3. In the role of the operating system, as expected, serves Windows Mobile 5.0 Smartphone. The model will be equipped with two displays: the main internal diagonal of 2.2 "and a resolution of 240x320 and additional (external) diagonal 1.2" and a resolution of 128x128. As the processor manufacturer is selected chip from Texas Instruments: Model OMAP 850 clocked at 195 MHz. RAM and ROM are over 64 MB, and the role of expansion slots engaged compact microSD. i-mate SmartFlip will operate in GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz and supports sending / receiving data by the standards of GPRS / EDGE. From the available wireless modules is only Bluetooth 1.2, a built-in camera will be above average by today's standards matrix at 1.3 megapixels and enables you to take pictures at resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels. Other devices on this platform was presented, and the i-mate SmartFlip should appear on sale this spring. Of course, this is not a complete list of smartphones and communicators, which were presented this year in Hanover. On the latest PDAs, subnoutah, GPS-navigator, Origami and other curious premieres CeBIT-2006, which visited our correspondent, we describe in our second reporting. To be continued ... The authors, translation: