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Qualcomm has successfully completed the world's first data call via HSPA+ network. Data throughput exceeded 20Mbps using a 5MHz band of the spectrum.

HSPA+ is backwardly compatible with current UMTS, HSDPA, and HSUPA devices, has a theoretical maximum bandwidth of 42Mbps for the downlink and 22Mbps for the uplink, and will double the data capacity of the current HSPA network while trippling the voice capacity.

Nokia has launched its 6210 Navigator in India. The phone is a successor to the 6110 Navigator model, and offers a number improvements.

Specifications include:

• Support for WCDMA 900/2100, HSDPA and GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 networks;
• 2.4" 320×240 resolution QVGA display supporting 16M colors;
• Built-in GPS and aGPS;
• Pre-installed Nokia Maps 2.

LG Electronics announced the release of the Wine Phone (LG-KF300/L706ie) for the Japanese and European markets. The phone was first unveiled back in March, and is aimed at 30-40 year-old users.

Features include:

• 1.8" external screen;
• 2.4" internal display;
• Tri-band GSM/EDGE;
• HSDPA 3.6Mbps;
  
• 2Mpix camera;
• FM radio;
• microSD slot;
• Media playback;
• Bluetooth 2.

According to BGR, the rumored Samsung BlackJack III (i788) should be released on AT&T's network in October. The information is not yet confirmed...

Here are some of the phone's features:

• Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional;
• 3Mpix camera;
• 528MHz CPU;
• A-GPS;
• Wi-Fi;
• HSDPA

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The upcoming Skypephone IM2 (until now it was known as S2) from 3 has just passed the FCC and apparently will soon be available for purchase. Unfortunately, we don't know when and where exactly, but the FCC approval means we can expect it in the U.S.

The device will use HSDPA data network instead of GSM to help users save on voice calls. You know, that's how Skype works.

Users in Italy and Germany will soon be able to get their hands on the latest touchscreen smartphone from Samsung, the SGH-i900 Omnia.

It will start shipping unlocked and unbranded on August 6 at a price of EUR649 ($1032) for the 8GB version, before taxes and subsidies.

The company also plans to release the device throughout Europe later on.

Samsung Omnia features:

• Windows Mobile 6.

According to some sources, Samsung will probaly be releasing a new Windows Mobile phone in the near future. The word goes about the new i907 model, most likely a part of the company's i900 series (Omnia) that has recently been approved by the FCC for AT&T.

Not much details are known so far, except that it supports HSDPA and Wi-Fi, and has a good camera.

Samsung has unveiled its new i8510 smartphone, which integrates a whooping 8Mpix camera. Now, high resolution doesn't always mean quality, right? But let's not jump to conclusions - tt's a bit early to state anything as the phone is not yet available. And the exact release date is also kept secret. So, we wait...

Meanwhile, check out i8510's features below:

• S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 1;
• 8Mpix camera with dual LED flash and DivX video capture @ 320x240/120fps;
• 7.

HP has finally released its iPAQ 910 Windows Mobile-based smartphone. The device is available now from the HP online store for $499.99 (unlocked). Get it while it's hot!

As expected, T-Mobile UK has released the Nokia 6650 clamshell smartphone that was unveiled back at the CeBIT 2008 show in Germany. It should be already available for purchase.

Features of the Nokia 6650 include:

• Size: 99.7mm x 47.3mm x 16.2mm (3.9" x 1.9" x 0.6");
• Weight: 112g (4oz);
• OS: Nokia's S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2;
• Band: GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz, UMTS 850/2100MHz;
• Data: GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSDPA;
• Battery Life: 1500mAh, up to 14.