10-30-2006, 11:15 AM
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E-TEN Announces the glofiish X500
"glofiish X500 is an all new design that is considerably thinner than current products in the market as of it's launch date; upgraded communications with support for faster protocols and standards; and the ability to combine both GPS and Wi-Fi capabilities in a single device. Combined with the company's innovative internal antenna design, glofiish X500 promises to make future products some of the most portable, pocket-friendly devices available and perhaps put E-TEN in the running to claim the title, "World's thinnest Pocket PC Phone". Improved ergonomics are also a focus and glofiish X500 design is optimized of Windows Mobile 5.0."
E-TEN has announced a new product and a new brand name. The company claims that the glofiish X500 is the thinnest (15.5mm) converged Pocket PC around, boasting a Samsung S3C2442 400MHz CPU, 64MB RAM, 128MB ROM, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, a SiRFstar III GPS chipset with TMC support, a 2.0-megapixel camera, a microSD slot, a mini USB port, 2.8" QVGA TFT-LCD, and Windows Mobile 5.0 with AKU 3.2. Unfortunately, there's no 3G connectivity, but it does support EDGE on top of quad-band GSM/GPRS. We'll have a review of this device coming next month, so keep your eyes on the front-page to see just what this beast offers.
A copy of the press releases can be found after the break.
"Thinnest E-TEN Pocket PC Phone Coming Soon
glofiish X500 Delivers GPS and Wi-Fi� All-in-One
E-TEN Information Systems has released details of the company's upcoming plans for the Pocket PC Phone market. Highlights of the announcement include an all new case design that is considerably thinner than current products; upgraded communications with support for faster protocols and standards; and the ability to combine both GPS and Wi-Fi� capabilities in a single device.
E-TEN has developed a reputation for creating high-performance, full-featured Pocket PC Phones that have proven popular in both consumer and business markets. Its two most recent releases, the G500+ with built-in GPS and the M600+ supporting Wi-Fi�, currently set the standard for Pocket PC Phone specifications with their fast 400MHz Samsung processor and huge 256MB of flash storage. So where can the company go from there?
E-TEN�s thinnest design yet
For their next release E-TEN designers have developed a new case which is only 15.5mm thick. Combined with the company's innovative internal antenna design, the case promises to make the glofiish X500 one of the most portable, pocket-friendly devices available, and perhaps puts E-TEN in the running to claim the title, "World's thinnest Pocket PC Phone" with both WiFi & GPS built in.
Improved ergonomics have also been a focus and the new design is optimized of Windows Mobile 5.0. The case features 2 quick application buttons that offer one-thumb navigation of Pocket PC applications, 2 dedicated phone function buttons, and several user-configurable soft-keys that give each individual the ability to customize and configure their device to best suit their needs.
Faster communications
While previous E-TEN Pocket PC Phones featured GPRS allowing users to access the Internet, send and receive emails, and access other data services wirelessly, the glofiish X500 goes even further adding support for the faster EDGE protocol. E-TEN has also improved Wi-Fi� capabilities, offering dual-standard IEEE 802.11b/g for increased bandwidth and improved security.
All-in-one
For many the ideal mobile device would combine phone and GPRS capabilities for voice and data on the move; Wi-Fi� for high-speed Internet and LAN connectivity; and GPS satellite communications for easy navigation and travel. The glofiish X500 delivers all these functions as well as Bluetooth� 2.0, multimedia video and audio capabilities, and a 2 mega-pixel camera and (thanks to a high-performance 400MHz processor) even allows users to access multiple features or applications imultaneously making it the ultimate all-in-one device for both businesses and consumers.
The glofiish X500 is scheduled to launch in November 2006."
"Glofiish Pocket PC Phones
E-TEN introduces new brand for consumer range devices
E-TEN Information Systems � world distinguished manufacturer of handheld devices - has announced a new global brand which will be used to popularize its consumer focused Pocket PC Phones. The name Glofiish represents the core features of this range � inspiration, versatility, and commitment.
�In just a few years, E-TEN Pocket PC Phones have matured in terms of technology, design, and marketing concepts.� explained Marketing Director, Teresa Chou. �By focusing upon technology, E-TEN has been able to gain popularity from users and media by offering outstanding features, friendly applications, and excellent reliability and performance. However, nowadays E-TEN is paying more and more attention to product design to meet mass consumer tastes within a global market. The new name, Glofiish, allows E-TEN to promote its Pocket PC Phones under a global brand that expresses market-driven design and meets consumers� needs.�
Inspiration
In today�s knowledge saturated world, it is becoming easier and easier for people to find themselves lost or out of touch. Just like a glowing beacon helps you find the right direction in the dark, Glofiish Pocket PC Phones give users the latest tools to keep track and organize their lives more effectively. Up to the minute email and messaging, pin-point accurate location data via GPS, or easy to use scheduling and PIM software, with Glofiish Pocket PC Phones users have the information they need on hand, whenever and wherever they need it.
Versatility
Just as a fish has complete freedom of movement in the water, Glofiish Pocket PC Phones allow users to effortlessly roam the world of high-speed communications giving them instant access to voice and data calling, messaging and email, networking, the internet and more. Plus, just as oceans cover most of the world�s surface, Glofiish Pocket PC Phones support worldwide standards, including GSM, Wi-Fi�, Bluetooth� and GPS.
Commitment
The launch of the Glofiish brand reinforces E-TEN�s commitment to its consumer product range. The two i�s in the name represent the paring between users and their Glofiish Pocket PC Phones which through ultra-compact designs, incredible flexibility and full-featured performance are the only companion users need in their mobile lives. E-TEN is also committed to continue the theme of a perfect partnership by continuing to create and develop more unique software utilities to compliment and enhance every Glofiish device.
The first Glofiish Pocket PC Phone product is scheduled to launch later in the year."
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10-30-2006, 12:19 PM
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Philosopher
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It is about time Pocket PC manufacturers start to pay attention to a design. Symbian devices beat them hands down in this area, just look at latest Nokia and Sony Ericsson P990.
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10-30-2006, 12:22 PM
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Philosopher
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No UMTS/3G...
It looks promising, but without 3G it's just not competitive...
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10-30-2006, 12:34 PM
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Philosopher
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Originally Posted by virain
It is about time Pocket PC manufacturers start to pay attention to a design. Symbian devices beat them hands down in this area, just look at latest Nokia and Sony Ericsson P990.
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Unfortunatelly, SE 990 and new Nokia phones have this one beat in features department...
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10-30-2006, 01:01 PM
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Intellectual
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NOw thats what im talking about...... well i always have had a thing for ETEN ... n i was looking for GPS along with WiFi and was looking at the Asus P535.. now i am quiet certain that i have got the hots for this one.... coz of the slimness .... always had a thing for petite things :wink: :devilboy:
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10-30-2006, 01:02 PM
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Philosopher
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Yeah... Don't you just wish Sony Ericsson follow Palm's steps, and make WM P990?:roll:
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10-30-2006, 02:59 PM
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Ponderer
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This is the photo review.
http://www.mml.com.tw/newsdetail.php?id=1441
According to the spec, it does has FM Radio.
- The battery is 1530mha
- AKU3
- The searching of the GPS Satalite only require 1.5seconds!
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10-30-2006, 03:31 PM
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Thinker
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Wow, this thing looks pretty attractive. The selling point for me would be the TyTN-like features (minus UMTS/HSDPA :| ), coupled with a SirfStar III GPS chipset. It's about time we see a Phone Edition with GPS that's not either square screen or crippled with a slow processor.
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10-30-2006, 03:42 PM
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add some form of 3G and VGA, more internal user RAM, then give me a call :-)
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10-30-2006, 06:14 PM
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Pontificator
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Originally Posted by SteveHoward999
add some form of 3G and VGA, more internal user RAM, then give me a call :-)
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AND please change the name. Does any professional really want to walk around with a device that says glofish in big letters right on the front of it? If that doesn't scream TOY, I don't know what does. :roll:
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