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NXP Semiconductors and Purple Labs came up with a new low-cost Linux-based 3G handset.

The so called Purple Magic phone runs on the NXP Nexperia Cellular System Solution 7210 for 3G, coupled with the Purple Labs Linux suite.

This device probably won't be available for the general public, but since it is a working prototype, it is quite possible that some mobile operators in Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America would sell it under a different name using their own brand.

FCC has approved the US version of the Nokia N95 with 3G support.

This means that the device will soon hit the stores, and we expect to see it on February 15, 2008.

Features will include 850/1900MHz HSDPA, 5Mpix camera with Zeiss optics, 30 fps DVD-quality video recording, integrated GPS and 8GB of on-board memory.

Fujitsu presents its new F705i, the world's slimmest waterproof 3G mobile phone, which measures just 13.7mm thick.

This handset can be used underwater at 1m depth for about half an hour, which means you can bring it to the pool, bathtub or spa with you.

It also features 3G connectivity, Super Clear Voice and Super Clear Mike technologies, has a 1.

The LG U8500/U880 is one of the best 3G music phones to date.

Released back in November, this ultra-slim handset gained serious popularity among consumers and received excellent reviews in the global media. Furthermore, LG has recently released the U8500 Cavalli Edition, which is expected to boost sales.

The new LG U830 is a 3G HSDPA-capable flip phone, a successor to the LG Chocolate.

Available in black and silver, it is pretty large in size measuring 49mm wide and 98mm tall when closed, and offers upgraded features like a 2Mpix and 180MB of internal memory, though without the expansion slot this is almost nothing for a music-centric handset.

T-Mobile and 3 have agreed to combine their UK 3G networks to close existing coverage gaps across the country, while at the same time increasing cost efficiency and network reliability, as well as reducing prices for their services.

This is a mutually beneficial solution, especially for their customers.

ASUS has a new HSDPA-enabled WM6-based GPS Phone, called the ASUS P750.

It is a Candy Bar shaped handset with a numeric keypad, a joystick navigator and some shortcut keys.

Operating on a 520MHz processor, the device features Wi-Fi connectivity, SiRF star III GPS chipset, Bluetooth 2.

Here are some pictures of the new Samsung SGH-J758.

It is a 3G cell phone equipped with a media player, an embedded digicam, microSD slot, security tracing and sound recording. It measures 99 x 48 x 17.8 mm and weighs just 79 grams.

Available colors include black, pink, and silver, blue and red color scheme.

Singapore-based manufacturer Verzio introduced its new Duplii phone, the first 3G dual-SIM handset.

The phone features a "simultaneous dual mode standby" and is able to handle two incoming calls from both SIM cards. Other features include a 2Mpix camera, a 2.2" QVGA TFT screen, a microSD slot, and an integrated media player.

According to AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson, the 3G Apple iPhone will be available sometime next year.

Apart from that we have no more information concerning what type of 3G network the device will use, how much it will cost, and when exactly it will be released.

Apple in its turn did not announce any new versions of the iPhone.