We heard it a lot of time that Apple is bringing a CDMA version of iPhone to Verizon Wireless, but it goes wrong every time. But it could be true this time, because Wall Street Journal is saying that "Apple Inc. is making a version of its iPhone that Verizon Wireless will sell early next year". As Apple five years contract with AT&T will end next year, so may be Apple is looking forward to USA largest mobile network, Verizon Wireless. If Verizon is launching it next year, we can expect a new version of iPhone, which will come with a new antenna design. I doubt it that the phone will be CDMA, because Verizon Wireless is launching LTE next year, so I think that the Verizon iPhone will come with GSM radio. At the moment, Apple, Qualcomm, and Verizon have all declined to talk on the report, may be their silence is a yes. Well folks, stay tuned with us, and tell us that do you want Apple to launch an iPhone on Verizon?

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We know that HP is working hard on WebOS 2.0 and new WebOS powered phones. Recently, we told you that you will see HP and Palm on CES 2011, and we also said that may be they will bring a new software and devices. I think we were right because HP has announced that they will bring new WebOS phones early next year, that's what HP Senior VP Eric Cador said. CES 2011 will start from January 6, and will last for 3 days, so folks mark your calendars. And it's possible that HP will launch new Palm devices during CES.

Rumors has it that Palm will launch a WebOS phone with a large touchscreen display named Palm Mansion, and it will come without any hardware keyboard like we saw on both Palm Pre and Pixi. It's also rumored that HP is working on a WebOS powered tablet which is known as the PalmPad, so may be HP will launch a WebOS tablet along with phones. Recently we saw the screenshots of WebOS 2.0 beta, which let us know that the WebOS 2.0 is going to be sexier and better. Anyone looking forward to new WebOS devices?

via Reuters

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Well, we have had so many of similar looking phones that it is becoming increasingly hard to recognise which image reflects which particular phone. I reckon this is at leasat the case with recent Android tablets. Well, Motorola seems to be gearing up for one more similar launch and somehow it looks almost similar to the much hyped Droid. Not our mistake but phones today look so similar to each other (even as per their specifications) that it is pretty easy to call one the copy of the other!

The newly launched MT716 OPhone will boast an eight megapixel camera which will come with dual LED in-built flash and 720p HD video recording. The phone will also have an extra camera on its front for video based calls. The Motorola MT716 OPhone will come packed with WAPI connectivity (WiFi compatible) and TD-SCDMA radio. It also has CMMB TV streaming feature which makes it a bit different.

The phone will have a 480�854 LCD screen with bluetooth 2.1 and aGPS technology. To wrap up, the phone has the good old (and overly used) TI OMAP 3430 processor chip which runs at a speed of 600 MHz. Well, a bit different I guess still a lot more like � Droid.

[via Motorola]

One more is about to jump into the jungle. Though it won't confuse you more regarding which tablet you should buy but if the Israeli news paper is to be believed then the yet to be launched EeePad (only three 'e' in it) EP90 will be targeting enterprise customers. And, what exactly would enterprise customers want from the EeePad that other tablets aren't delivering at the moment?

Though we will not be able to confirm the exact specifications of this tablet but it looks like the EeePad EP90 will come loaded with a dual core 1 GHz tegra processor. The EeePad EP90 will boast of 1024 by 600 pixels of resolutions which is pretty amazing. The EeePad EP90 will come in two versions with one having 32GB of inbuilt memory while the other having 16GB of internal memory.

The EeePad EP90 will of course have a 0.3 MP front facing camera, bluetooth 2.1, GPS and HDMI-out port for those who aren't satisfied with the EeePad's own screen. The EeePad should have around 4-6 hours of battery life. We're not sure if the Asus tablet will run on Windows or Android but we are sure that Asus is gearing up big time to launch something during the holiday season.

[via Boy Genius Report]

We saw the first leaked shot of a Samsung WP7 powered phone a few days ago, which is codenamed as the Samsung GT-i8700, and it will be known as Samsung Omnia 7 at launch. Samsung Omnia 7 is a sexy phone, we heard that the phone is bound for UK and will be available this month. A lucky German guy got his hands on the Omnia 7, he made a video of the Omnia 7, and he was kind of enough to put it on YouTube. Folks, the video is waiting for you after the break, help your self and check out the video. It's a long 13-min video, and I am sure that it will give you an idea about the Omnia 7. So folks, are you going to trash your Galaxy S for the Omnia 7?

via Engadget

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Though Nokia has missed out on the September end release date of Nokia N8 yet finally we have the exact dates for those going mad for the launch of the new Nokia flagship. Officially, Nokia N8 will be available via the Nokia online store by October 15th while highstreet stores will have to wait until October 22. The wait seems to be almost over for the much hyped Nokia touchscreen phone.

The Nokia N8 will come packed with a range of brand new, exclusive content from the Ovi Store including BBC iPlayer, enabling catch up on the last seven days of BBC radio and television. Specifically designed for the Nokia N8 to make the most of the device's features, the app has the same functionality as the online version of BBC iPlayer. Sami Lehtinen, Group Manager, Nokia UK, says, "The Nokia N8 is one of the most innovative phones of 2010, packed with market leading features, including the best picture and video capability available on a smartphone. "The reaction to the Nokia N8 continues to be phenomenal and, after all the build up, it is great to be getting it into the hands of customers."

I guess the amount of hype and wait that have gone by for Nokia N8 has been one of the major reasons for the fame that the phone has already gained.

[via Engadget]

This does sound weird as Toshiba's Folio 100 Android based internet tablet have been the center of their marketing for over the last few months but if the recent announcement on Wall Street Journal is to be�believed�then Toshiba will be announcing tablets for early 2011 release in US but they might be something other then Folio 100.

"Players in the tablet market are not limited to traditional PC makers," said Mr. Kasuya, an engineer involved in the development of tablet computers, on the sidelines of the annual Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies, also known as CEATEC, near Tokyo. "The general trend is that Android-based tablets are becoming more and more widespread."

Toshiba's sudden release seems like a quick decision to tap into the currently hot market for internet tablets especially if they are Android based internet tablets. We are not sure if Toshiba has re-engineered the Folio 100 for its US release or it is about to come up with something totally new but we know that they have something up their sleeves that we aren't aware of.

Another part of the news says that the rest of the world like Africa, Middle East and Europe will get to see the same device by the end of year itself. Looks like Toshiba fans have alot of spending to be done this holiday season.

As you probably know, Android users have waited for Skype support for a long time, and now they can use Skype on their favorite mobile OS simply by visiting skype.com/m on their mobile browser and follow the instructions. After you've completed the instructions, you can perform Skype-to-Skype calls and send instant messages or even participate in group chat. One of the main features, calling landline and mobile phones using Skype Credit is available as well via 3G or WiFi. If you've already used Skype on your computer you'll be pleased to know that all your contacts will be available on your Android device as soon as you login so you won't have to worry about that.

Skype app for Android OS requires Android OS 2.1 or newer and you can download it complete free of charge from Android Market or from skype.com/m.

[via Ubergizmo]

Here's LogicBUY's latest gadget deal of the day for a Lenovo ThinkPad X201 laptop. Weighing in at less than 3 pounds with a 12-inch display, the ThinkPad X201 is an ultra light laptop with great�performance.

The ThinkPad X201 laptop is�powered by a Core i5 or i7 processor with 2GB of RAM. It has a 12-inch LED display with Intel HD graphics, and 250GB Hard Drive and 2GB memory (up to 8GB). Other key features include bluetooth, Intel Centrino Advanced-N Wireless, mobile broadband and�5-in-1 media reader.�Key options include webcam, 128GB SSD, and 8-cell battery.

This deal offers 38% off the listed price plus free shipping, which mean you are �paying only $1274.15.

[via LogicBUY]

I know many of you were confused about the Nokia N8 pre-bookings as the MRP or Maximum Retail Price of the N8 was not revealed so far in India. Now the Indian N8 booking site is displaying the MRP of the phone as Rs.26,259.

Expected date of availability is still not announced although the word on the street is that phone will be available between 15th to 23rd October. We also heard that the device will be available only at Nokia Priority Stores and Concept Stores initially before multibrand showrooms and dealerships.

Would you pre-book the Nokia N8 for Rs.26259 ?

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Not particularly being the 'Top Gear' type petrolhead, I admire hybrids and hybrid technology. If you're in the UK, I'm sure you've seen the latest Hybrid version Toyota Auris at some point on the road. In relation to this, Toyota and glue isobar have teamed up to create a film.

The film uses cutting edge film projection technology to showcase Toyota's innovative hybrid technology. Of course, the aim of using this method of film production isn't without its purpose, it is in hope that the film will also inspire them to find out more about the benefits of hybrid technology in the new Auris.

Toyota and glue Isobar to launch ground-breaking film

Toyota is to launch a cutting-edge film featuring the latest projection mapping techniques to showcase the unique Hybrid technology now available inside their new Auris.

The film, developed by glue Isobar, is designed to portray the vehicle's extraordinary ability to constantly recycle the energy it uses.

The 3D projection shows the car transforming; its bodywork peeling back to reveal a glowing blue light which symbolizes the car's Hybrid energy.

The energy then escapes from the car and 'energises' objects in the surrounding environment. Upon reaching a crescendo, the sequence then reverses, with the energy being drawn back into the car, thus demonstrating how the Auris Hybrid gets its energy back and deliver exceptional fuel economy.

The documentary-style piece, which is intended to appeal to a tech-savvy audience, was shot in one take on location in a tunnel in London's Shoreditch. Witnessed by passers-by, the film is accompanied by an original and immersive audio track.

The film will be seeded via digital channels on 7th October and further social content will be curated and hosted on a dedicated campaign hub at 'www.getyourenergyback.co.uk'.

The film has been produced by glue Isobar's digital film unit, Superglue, which counts Gavin Rothery, the VFX expert behind the special effects on Bafta-winning film Moon, as one of its team members.

Thanks to Annabel for the tip!

Well, we have a surprise for you here. We can easily tag the newly announced Motorola Droid Pro by Verizon as the first phone of the century which didn't get leaked before its official announcement. And, I am super excited about this newly announced phone as it is actually different.

Coming out of the world of slider palm tops like everyone has been launching recently Motorola has gone to the extent of ignoring the slider for once and has come up with something which many would consider as a Blackberry lookalike � err, not really different I guess.

Motorola's Blackberry (the so called Droid Pro) will of course have Android as its operating system though we are not yet confirmed regarding the version that it will have. The Droid Pro comes with responsive�capacitive touch screen and a OMAP 3620 processor that runs with the speed of 1 GHz. It comes loaded with MDM6600 chipset, 512 MB of RAM, 2GB of internal memory, Wi-Fi, bluetooth 2.1 and tri-band UMTS.

It will also have dual LED flash with the auto-focus camera and a programmable key that can be set to any function as per your requirements. Price? No words yet on that from Verizon.

[via Phonescoop]