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Gadgets of the week
Blackberry
Pearl 8100
What is it:
The latest Blackberry model offered by Globe Telecom.
Who’s it
for: People wanting a Blackberry but find the device too bulky—
definitely, not this time.
Wallet magnet:
Unique track-ball mouse; bright and readable screen; digital camera
has real flash (not just a light);
good battery
life; scratch resistant; effective online Blackberry service.
On second
thought: Not sold in retail outlets; direct telco subscription
needed for Blackberry services.
What’s in
the box: Blackberry Pearl 8100; stereo hands-free headset; power
supply; USB 2.0 cable manual and CD.
Tech Times
verdict: Small and stylish— at last, a Blackberry that creates a
fashion statement.
Sony
Ericsson W850i
What is it:
The first Walkman slider phone from Sony Ericsson.
Who’s it
for: People with discerning taste in music reproduction when it
comes to their mobile phone.
Wallet magnet:
Great performance with plenty of features, including video call,
2-megapixel camera, digital music player and Bluetooth; Tri band GSM
and 3G UMTS; comes with 1GB Memory Stick Pro Duo.
On second
thought: Side panel coating fades easily.
What’s in
the box: Sony Ericsson w850i Walkman phone; stereo hands-free
headset; USB 2.0 cable; power supply; manual and CD drivers.
Tech Times
verdict: Could be the best Walkman phone model to come out of
Sony Ericsson.
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