LG pulls back, 'will evaluate' upgrading Optimus series to Gingerbread when specs and source code are public

You might remember yesterday's brouhaha over LG's seemingly false claim that Android 2.3 Gingerbread requires a 1GHz processor or better, using it as a justification for keeping an official upgrade out of the hopes and dreams of Optimus One owners around the globe

So they're taking responsibility for jumping the gun and have committed to "evaluating the upgradability" of the Optimus line once Google's published Gingerbread's official requirements and turned loose the source code. Of course, it's possible they'll ultimately find another reason for keeping the phones stuck on Froyo -- but for now, we've got a sliver of hope.
via _ LG

Samsung W899, Debut Clamshell Android Smartphone

Samsung is proudly present their debut flip android smartphone to the world. Its the W899, a clamshell phone which has two 3.3 inch WVGA Super AMOLED touchscreen displays, a 5MP still camera with capability to record HD video, and also a front-facing VGA camera for video calling. Samsung W899 has supported by Wi-Fi, WAPI, GPS, Bluetooth, and runs Android 2.2 Froyo OS.

This flip android smartphone has officially announced in China several days ago and there still no sign, when will Samsung launch or release the handset. But there is an issue about a similar android smartphone like the W899 has scheduled to launch in Europe or North America this early 2011.

Via - UnwiredView

Lenovo teases S800 phone with translucent color display, won't let anyone touch it

Step aside, Sony Ericsson Xperia your Pureness was beaten at its own game by a combined showed more enigmatic new Lenovo in China. The above pictures are from a fashion event in Beijing, where Lenovo has chosen for his debut S800 FeaturePhone translucent with a color screen. It seems to be still in the concept, not many of these luxury items seem to never get out, but because we think that this is not real, the models show exhibition were photographed backstage with glass lustworthy part to do what the models do with their phones. Visit the link below for more information.

TerreStar Genus Cellular-satellite Smartphone

TerreStar launches its Genus, the world’s first integrated cellular-satellite smartphone running WIndows Mobile 6.5 OS. Aim to bring satellite phone to the mainstream market the Genus is priced at $1,149.99. Looks just like an ordinary bar-type QWERTY smartphone, the Genus connects to both AT&T’s GSM / HSPA cellular network and TerreStar-1 satellite access.


The TerreStar Genus features a touchscreen, a QWERTY keyboard, and a 2 Megapixel caera with video recording. It supports Bluetooth, GPS and WiFi connectivity also. The Genus measures 4.7 inch x 2.5 inch x 0.8/0.6 inch and weighs 4.6oz.



via :www.terrestar.com

The Ocosmos OCS7, A Sacrifice To The MID Gods

The MID, most recently personified by the Archos devices and OQO is very close to being a class of off. I do not see that sad fact - that we just spent the best features. But I feel a pang of pity for the latest generation of this form factor, once loved. The OCS7 looks like a slick little device - or would be a year or two, when such devices were still considered practical.

I mean, look at him. It 's like a hyper-tension PSP with Windows 7, or at least a personal taste. For some it is a gadget of your dreams, but for the most part is too complicated a device with the worst of both worlds.

It has some pretty specific and Windows 7 will probably be quite good, and the case seems pretty sweet, but at this stage, it's like a coach calls. I think it'll actually sell quite a few fans in Korea and in other areas where MID category is still viable (I doubt they would also come to the U.S. anyway), but there is probably one of the last of its kind.

Update: it seems that there is a OCS1 and OCS7. The translations are clear enough, and they seem to be the gaming devices based on ... but in any case, they are still an endangered species.

[via UMPC Portal and GigaOm]