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TELUS has recently launched the low-end Samsung M220 on their network. We already mentioned this handset on our site: it is a basic flip phone that weighs in at 88 grams, packs 2 displays, speakerphone, and offers all the typical apps including an alarm clock, contacts and more.

The Samsung M220 is available for $29.99 on a 3-year contract, $129.99 on a 2-year, $179.

According to recent rumors, the Canadian CDMA carrier TELUS will probably be picking up the new iPhone 3GS in October once it gets its upcoming HSPA network up and running. While it may sound great, don't get your hopes up, this information is nothing but a hearsay. We just couldn't ignore such news.

That was unexpected, but judging by these photos, Telus will apparently be the second carrier to offer the BlackBerry Tour 9630 in Canada. Sorry, Bell.

Specifications:

• Size (L x W x D): 112 x 62 x 14.2 mm;
• Weight: 130 grams;
• Memory: 256 MB internal Flash memory;
• Expandable Memory: microSD located under the battery door cover;
• Battery: 1400 mAh removable/rechargeable cryptographic lithium cell;
• Battery Life: TBD;
• Keyboard: 35 key backlit QWERTY;
• Display: High resolution HVGA 480x360 pixel;
• Camera: 3.

I was literally raining firmware updates for BlackBerry devices yesterday. Most of them are unofficial, so install them on your own risk, and as always backup your data. Ok, here are the links:

OS 4.5.0.153 -  a very unoficial update for all GSM 8xxx series devices, found on some Indian website:

BlackBerry 8100
BlackBerry 8110
BlackBerry 8120
BlackBerry 8300
BlackBerry 8310
BlackBerry 8320
BlackBerry 8800
BlackBerry 8820

OS 4.

It looks like Telus' Mike will be the second iDEN carrier in Canada to offer the Motorola i465 Clutch. It is a low-end messaging handset with a front-facing QWERTY keyboard, and features like PTT, threaded SMS/MMS, Bluetooth support, and a cr@ppy VGA camera.

Telus has become the second CDMA carrier (after Bell) to release the OS 4.7.0.122 update BlackBerry Storm 9530. But ther're both Canadian companies, and what about their southern neighbours? Well, it looks like Verizon will be the next.

Telus subscribers can get the latest firmware build here.

Telus has made available the Samsung OMNIA for its customers today. You all probably know what it is, but here's a quick rundown of its specs anyway.

Specifications:

• 3.2" touchscreen;
• Touch sensitive d-pad;
• Windows Mobile 6.1 OS;
• TouchWiz UI;
• 8GB of storage;
• 5Mpix camera;
• Wi-F

Motorola came up with a new low-end rugged clamshell, the VE465, which has already been confirmed for Alltel and Telus.

Here's what it has to offer:

• CDMA 800/1900/1700/2100 connectivity;
• Internal 1.9" 176 x 220 65k color TFT display;
• 1.05" 96 x 80 CSTN external display;
• Brew OS;
• Stereo Bluetooth;
• Media player;
• MMS, SMS, Instant Messaging, E-mail;
• 1.

Telus Mobility has formally announced the launch of the BlackBerry 8230 Pearl Flip for its customers in Canada. The phone will be available in pink and black colors at the following prices:

• 3-year contract: $49.99;
• 2-year contract: $299.99;
• 1-year contract: $399.99;
• Contract-free: $449.99

The appearance of the BlackBerry 8230 Pearl Flip smartphone on the Telus' website is definitely a good sign for its waiters. The phone is listed as "Coming Soon", but doesn't offer any pricing details. Expected prices are $50 on a 3-year contract, or $449 outright.

In Canada the handset is also available through Best Buy Canada and Bell.