Speaking to Fox Business Network Meg Whitman HP’s chief executive has confirmed that they are working on a smartphone product. 

She said “We have to ultimately offer a smartphone because in many countries of the world that would be your first computing device… We are a computing company we have to take advantage of that form factor.”

Recognizing the failures with the previous HP Pre 3, where it received little support and uptake, she indicated that the project had to be better and right rather than faster to market.

There was no indication which operating system the product will potentially use.  It is however likely that it will be Windows Phone 8, or Android. 

Check out the interview

In the future you should be able to purchase a HP smartphone and remember when we all had HP iPAQ PDAs. 

The soon to be released iPhone 5 will be utilising a new SIM card standard.  This means that you won’t be able to transfer an existing SIM from your previous handset into the Apple iPhone 5.  Instead you will need to obtain a Nano SIM card, which as the name suggests has smaller dimensions than previous variations.  The Nano SIM card measures just 12.3 mm x 8.8 mm.

Previously with the change to Micro SIM cards it was possible to use a cutter to modify your existing SIM. It is unlikely that this will be possible with the switch to Nano SIM cards, as it has been reported that they are also thinner at just 0.67 mm.

The adoption of the Nano SIM card standard means that Apple has had a bit of extra space available, when designing the iPhone 5.  This has enabled them to make the iPhone 5 thinner than previous models.  It is likely that we will see other manufacturers adopting this standard, as was the case with Micro SIM. 

If you are someone you know wants an easy to use Android smartphone which costs just £99 + VAT, the Motorola MOTOSMART could be the device for you.  It has been designed to be easy to use from the initial setup to how it deals with your contacts and apps.  In the case of your contacts and apps it monitors which people you call most and which are your favourite apps.  These are then dynamically updated on your home screen making them quicker to find.  

It has a modern stylish design and compact design.  While also having a vibrant 3.5” HVGA display, and featuring communication technologies including Bluetooth, WiFi and 3G connectivity.  So you can enjoy your favourite  photos, movies and websites and browse the Internet with maximum enjoyment.

Features of the MOTOSMART

• Modern stylish look
• Easy setup straight out of the box
• Social Graph dynamically populates your home with people you contact the most
• Behaviour driven Activity Graph offers direct access to apps you use the most
• Pull, store, share and sync music through PC or over-the-air
• Access to more than 450,000 Google Play apps, games, books and videos

Available from Clove Technology for just £99 + VAT
Please click HERE for details

We at Clove Technology are now able to offer Motorola Solutions products.  These extremely rugged and tough smartphones (which Motorola Solutions refer to as Enterprise Data Assistants “EDA”) have been designed for the rigours of business use. 

They benefit from the inclusion of unique Motorola Solutions technologies which ensure that they are reliable, even in tough business environments.  This includes patented designs like the Monocoque ‘unibody’ housing which make them more resilient to drops and impacts.  It also includes the PenTile high resolution display which provides workers with the ability to them use them both indoors and outside.   

All of the Motorola Solutions EDA units feature protection against water and dust ingression.  This is rated as an Ingress Protection Rating, and all products score highly typically with either IP54 or IP64 ratings.  This provides peace of mind when the units are being used outside.

Motorola Solutions perform extensive testing on their products to ensure that they meet and exceed industry standards.  This includes drop tests in with some products being tested in excess of 2000 drops of 1.5 ft. 

To ensure that workers have all the features and abilities they require.  Motorola Solutions include a customizable business class interface.  This provides companies the ability to tailor the functions of the EDA to their requirements. 

There is comprehensive and advanced barcode scanning capabilities included with all of the products.   They are able to read 1D and 2D barcodes, along with photos with embedded notes and documents.  While a poorly printed or damaged barcode is not a problem as they can still be read due to the advanced scanning capabilities.

View the Clove Technology range of Motorola Solutions Enterprise Data Assistants.

Additionally we are able to provide genuine Motorola Solutions accessories.  These enhance the Enterprise Data Assistants abilities and can add completely new functionality.  Most of the accessories are typical for all types of mobile computers including USB and power cables.  There however more exotic accessories in the form of payment card and biometric readers.  

All of the accessories have been designed to be robust and reliable like the Enterprise Data Assistants themselves.

View the Clove Technology range of Motorola Solutions Accessories

If you have any specific requirements or can’t find what you are looking for please contact us and we will be happy to help.

We are now able to offer the Huawei WS320 WiFi Repeater.  With it you are able to extend the coverage of your existing wireless network.  So if you have a room in your house where you are unable to connect to your network this could be a great solution.

The Huawei WS320 has a compact, simple and elegant appearance.  All you need is a spare power socket to plug into and you are ready to extend your network.  It supports multiple wireless LAN protocols including IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n.  Additionally it is WPS compatible to ensure that the setup is simple and quick.

More information and ordering is available at the following link
Huawei WS320 WiFi Repeater

If you have been waiting for the release of the Motorola Pro + you will be pleased to hear that it is now available in stock.  With its superb front-facing keyboard and large display it is perfect for business users who wish to use Android, or anyone who likes to have a physical keyboard.

To remind you of the features they are listed below:

• Android 2.3 Gingerbread
• 3.1″ touchscreen
• Scratch-proof Corning Gorilla Glass display
• Candybar form factor
• 4GB on-board memory
• Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
• 5MP Camera
• Range of business & security features

Additional information and ordering of the Motorola Pro Plus can be found HERE

If you liked the original Samsung Galaxy S you maybe interested to know that the updated Samsung Galaxy S Plus is now in stock. 

There have been several updates to the original specification.  These updates include a faster processor, larger battery and the latest Android operating System.  Additionally the casing of the device has been improved with a metallic finish.

For more information or to order yours click HERE

The details of the improvements are as follows:

• 1.4GHz Processor
• 1650mAh Battery
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• Hyperskin with Metallic Finish
• HSPA up to 14.4 Mbps