Camera Phones Plaza

Verizon Wireless announced two new entry-level phones. First one is the Pantech PN-300, a clamshell that has two displays, the internal of which supports 65k colors. It lacks camera and advanced multimedia features, as it is targeted to people who don’t want to spend much on their mobile phone.

It seems that the clamshell form-factor is the main selling point for entry-level devices, as the other phone Verizon Wireless will offer is also of this design – the Kyocera K323. This one is coming with internal antenna, built-in camera, and bluetooth, but it will also be one of the free phones the carrier will offer in its line.

It’s expected for the Pantech PN-300 to launch very soon, while the Kyocera K323 will be available later, but probably before the end of the year.

Via engadget.

Motorola ic502 is actually an entry level phone that supports a rugged design. The phone is suitable for those who love outdoor activities. And the good news is that the ic502 is now available on Sprint network. The Motorola ic502 phone is the first phone on the network to feature both iDEN and CDMA frequencies.

The Motorola ic502 supports Walkie-Talkie” and 1900MHz CDMA for making calls in Sprint network or CDMA roaming. It is equipped with a 64k colors TFT (128 x 160) display and an external white STN 96 x 32 display. Other features include GPS Enabled, SMS, Java Direct Send, Direct Talk, and 210 minutes of talk time. Monthly line rental begins from US$29.99 which features 200 Anytime Minutes and unlimited Nationwide Walkie-Talkie use.

Via mobilewhack.

Some time ago we presented the NTT DoCoMo P903i, a phone that recognized its owner through a small card you had to carry with you, then Fujitsu launched its FOMA F902iS with fingerprint recognition.

Now, the Japanese from Oki developed an eye recognition technology for camera phones. This technology is set to be available for consumers in March 2007, and could increase security of payment systems used on mobile devices.

Via ministryoftech.

The Phone House in Rotterdam has organised an event where 150 students get dressed like a mobile phone. and this is a New Guiness World Record!

Via textually.

The Austrian designer-jeweler Peter Aloisson, famous for his exclusive high-end phones decorated with gems and metals, has created a new work of jewelry art.

This time he worked with Motorola KRZR, a new Motorola flagman. Diamond KRZR phones are available on direct order, the price varies depending on the number and purity of diamonds.

Via mobile-review.