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Apple Computers Inc, the makers of iPod, has finally announced the launch of much awaited iPhone. After two and a half years in making, the gadget is all set to entice the bedazzled consumers.

CJ: Shoeb Hamid

Wed, Jan 10, 2007 00:00:00 IST

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THE MUCH ANTICIPATED Apple innovation, iPhone, was finally announced on January 9, at the annual MacWorld Expo in San Francisco. This new piece of technology incorporates the features of iPod, mobile phone, digital camera and wi-fi internet access. Back in 2001, iPod hit the world markets as the wonder gadget and redefined the entertainment technology. After decades of presence, Apple Computers Inc are now focusing more on consumer electronics, releasing their two new products – iPhones and Apple TV. With the launch of iPhones, Apple has just entered the mobile phone manufacturing. But they are way ahead in terms of performance and their upcoming gadget.

iPhone Specifications

Length 114mm, Width 61mm, Thickness 11.6mm
Weight less than 5 ounces
Quadband – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900
Three and a half inches display, 320 into 480
Touch screen and without conventional buttons
Runs Mac OS X, Safari web browser and Apple web applications
Inbuilt 2 mega pixel digital camera
Will support yahoo and google’s services
Wi-fi enabled, network services will be provided by AT&T Cingular

The iPhones will hit the US market in June 2007 and will make their debut in the European markets in the month of October. Two versions of Apple’s iPhones will be released this year, iPhone with 4GB capacity and 8GB storage capacity. Although the prices are yet to be confirmed but the two versions are expected to be available for $499 and $599. In Asian markets the phone will be available towards the end of this year. Apple has further revealed that it is going to sell as many as 10 million iPhones in 2007.

At present iPhone is a trademark of Linksys, who produce their own versions of internet phones. Phones that make use of the VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) have been in the market for quite sometime now. However the phones, like the ones produced by Linksys constitute a different genre and do not qualify for the smart phones. Apple and Linksys are negotiating over the trademark, which will soon be acquired by the Apple.

Following the announcement made by the CEO Apple Computers Inclusive, Steve Jobs, shares have witnessed a hike, giving a bad message to its contenders. It is estimated that iPhones won’t be as lucky as iPods were when they hit the market. Phone industry particularly is fragmented with hundreds of models featuring a wide array of functionalities. In the category of smart phones it has to compete with Palm Treo and Blacberrys. But the sleek stylish design and integrated technologies and performance gives it an edge and calls for an all appreciation and inspiration.

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	Brand new Mobile phone Plasma tv , Laptop game at cheap price come with complete accessories with one year international warranty.Email address : mary_sales005@hotmai l.comNINTENDO WII.......$250USDNOKIA N95 8GB....$400USDIPHONE 16GB……$3 50USDiPHONE 8GB……..$ 300USDIPOD 32GB.........$350USD NOKIA N96.........$500USDPS3 60GB…….. ..$300USDSAMSUNG SGH-U900...........$ 300USDSONY ERICSSON XPERIA X1.......$450USDAND MANY MORE……&# 8230;…FULL SPECIFICATION FOR APPLE IPHONE 8GBDisplay Type 16M colorsSize 480 x 320 pixelsCamera Resolution 2MPVideo YesFlashlight NoConnectivity GPRS YesHSDPA NoEDGE Yes3G YesWiFi YesBluetooth YesA2DP NoUSB YesRingtones Type yesMemoryCard slot noInternal user memory 8gbBatteryStand-by time Up to 250 hoursTalk time Up to 8 hoursFeatures Messaging SMS, EmailFM radio NoGames NoSpeaker phone YesOperating System OS X v10.4.8Touch-screen YesGeneral Network GSM 850 / GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900Announced 2007, JanuaryStatus AvailableSize Dimensions 115 x 61 x 11.6 mmWeight 135 gDisplay Type Touchscreen, 16M colorsSize 320 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inchesMulti-touch input methodAccelerometer sensor for auto-rotateProximity sensor for auto turn-offRingtones Type Polyphonic, MP3Customization DownloadVibration Yes3.5 mm headset jackMemory Phonebook Advanced, PhotocallCall records YesCard slot No4/8 GB shared memoryData GPRS YesHSCSD NoEDGE Yes3G NoWLAN Wi-Fi 802.11b/gBluetooth Yes, v2.0Infrared port NoUSB Yes, v2.0Features OS Mac OS X v10.4.8Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Instant MessagingBrowser HTML (Safari)Games YesCamera 2 MP, 1600x1200 pixels, videoGoogle MapsWidgets supportiPod audio/video playerPIM including calendar, to-do listPhoto browser/editorVoice memoIntegrated handsfreeBattery Standard battery, Li-IonTalk time Up to 5 hWE MAKE SHIPPMENT VIA UPS OR FEDEX EXPRESS OR DHL EXPRESS IN 2 DAYS AFTER CONFIRMATION OF PAYMENT.........Email address : mary_sales005@hotmai l.commary_enquiry005@hotm ail.com
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	pls send detail up- coming i phones in india
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	i wanna know about the sound output of the handset and the earphone of music player and howz the battery life ?
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