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This video shows off the email capabilities, the accelerometer, web browsing, the huge virtual landscape QWERTY and video player of the recently announced LG BL40 Chocolate. Still no info on pricing and release date. Watch the video below:

BlackberryOS.com managed to get their hands on some internal Verizon documents, according to which there are three new handsets scheduled for release next month on the Big Red. First it's the BlackBerry Storm 2 launching October 14th, then the Motorola's Android-based Sholes, as well as the LG VX8575 "Chocolate Touch" (a variant of the BL40 Chocolate Touch) launching "mid-October".

Nokia has announced a new entry level S40 flip phone for AT&T, dubbed the Nokia Mural. It looks very similar to old Motorola W series phones, and sports a variety of customizable lighting features, which should make it attractive to youngsters. Other highlights include:

• 3G HSDPA connectivity;
• Integrated IM and email;
• External music buttons;
• 2.

According to 8080.net, the HTC Hero CDMA known as the Hero200, which was approved by the FCC a few days ago, will come in a different design compared to the GSM version. And the leaked photos of the prototype prove that: the handset has a flat body below the touch screen with trackball and shortcut buttons on it. However, we can't tell if it will be different in terms of specs.

Alright, first the good news: the unlocked version of the Samsung I8000 Omnia 2 is now available for pre-order on Amazon. Bad news: it's currently listed for $999.99. While there's no carrier version of the phone yet, this is the only option for those who must buy the handset disregarding the cost. If you're one of those people, go ahead and order one now.

Nokia has somehow managed to keep this new RM-559 “Alvin” phone secret until it's passed the FCC. What we know about it currently is this:

• Tri-band UMTS/HSPA;
• Wi-Fi;
• Bluetooth
• 32GB of internal memory;
• 1320 mAh battery

We'll keep you up-to-date on additional info.

Today Nokia has unexpectedly unveiled its new line of music phones, called the X Series. The first two representatives in the lineup are the X6 and X3 models. Both handsets support Nokia's Comes With Music service an well as other music-centric features such as stereo Bluetooth and advanced media players. They also share other features including quad-band GSM/EDGE supprot, GPS, support for Flash Lite 3.

According to FrAndroid, the recently leaked HTC Click will become available in France through Bouygues Telecom as soon as this month and will be dubbed "The Tattoo". An image posted to confirm the rumor reveals the phone sports 3G+, has some sort of TV capabilities, GPS and 3Mpix camera. Also, according to Le Journal du Geek the handset will come with a 2.8" display, but without Wi-Fi.

Detailed specifications and new press photos of the new HTC Touch2 are now available on the company's official website. The Touch2 was previously leaked as HTC Mega, aiming at entry level users with a cheaper price range. It will be available on October 6th in a choice of 3 colors.

Check out the full specifications below.

HTC Touch2 T3333 Specifications:

• Processor: Qualcomm MSM7225, 528 MHz;
• Windows Mobile 6.

The Nokia N97 Mini has been officially announced today. It is expected to begin shipping in October 2009 for an estimated retail price of EUR 450 before taxes and subsidies. The phone offers premium content from Lonely Planet/Michelin, and supports Ovi's new Lifecasting service. Other features include:

Nokia N97 Mini specifications:

• WCDMA 900/1900/2100 (HSDPA), EGSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz;
• User Interface: S60 5th Edition;
• Dimensions: 113 x 52.