The Samsung Galaxy Tab was officially announced at a press conference in Berlin yesterday and is now available to pre-order on the Clove website. Pricing is yet to be confirmed, although the release date is expected to be early October.

The Galaxy Tab really is shaping up to be a powerhouse device. Since the release of the Apple iPad, there has been a lot of talk about rival tablet devices and it looks like the P1000 will be the first to content with Apple’s ground breaking device.

Needless to say, Samsung is a giant in the world of electronics and it looks like this will be reflected by the Galaxy Tab. It offers an extremely impressive feature set, including several that the iPad does not. It has built-in voice & video calling, a front facing camera, Flash player 10.1 support and MS Exchange ActiveSync. The remaining features at a glance are:

• 7” touchscreen
• 1 GHz processor
• Android 2.2 FroYo
• 3MP Camera
• A-GPS
• 3.5mm headphone jack,
• 16/32GB Internal Memory
• eReader
• Swype

Click here for more information or to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Tab from Clove Technology

A New Smart Media Device, surpasses mobile boundaries, allowing you to enjoy more possibilities on the go
01 September 2010

Berlin, Germany, September 2nd, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in mobile technology, today announced the launch of the Samsung GALAXY Tab (Model: GT-P1000). Powered by Android Operating System 2.2, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the first of the company’s tablet devices, representing a new category of mobile products for Samsung.

The Samsung GALAXY Tab brings together all of Samsung’s leading innovations to provide users with more capabilities while on the move. Consumers are able to experience PC-like web-browsing and enjoy all forms of multimedia content on the perfectly sized 7-inch display, wherever they go. Moreover, users can continuously communicate via e-mail, voice and video call, SMS/MMS or social network with the optimized user interface.

“Samsung recognizes the tremendous growth potential in this newly created market and we believe that the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a unique and open proposition to market. There is a new and emerging consumer demand that Samsung can satisfy since mobile is in our DNA. This demand continues to grow and develop as users tap its limitless potential,” said JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “The Samsung GALAXY Tab has been designed to enable consumers to maximize their online experience wherever that may be. The Samsung GALAXY Tab is pushing the market in new directions and Samsung believes this is only the beginning of its innovations as pioneers in smart media devices.”

A new concept of mobility for media

As a new category of device, the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a wealth of mobile experiences. Its striking 7” TFT-LCD display delivers exciting mobile experience for watching films, viewing pictures, e-reading or sharing documents. In design, its light (380g) build provides perfect portability, with its svelte dimensions making it easy to grip and use. Supporting the latest Adobe Flash Player 10.1, the Samsung GALAXY Tab fully supports swift, seamless viewing of every single page of the web.

The ‘Readers Hub,’ Samsung’s unique e-reading application, provides easy access to a vast digital library – from classical literature to the latest bestsellers and reference materials. At the same time, Samsung unveils ‘Media Hub,’ a gateway to a world of films and videos, and ‘Music Hub,’ an application giving access to a wide range of music tunes.

The Samsung GALAXY Tab has made rich communication truly mobile; it presents a level of converged technology that moves beyond mobile or PC to an entirely new category. Users have new powers to consume, create and communicate from wherever they are.

Powerful, always-on communication

With 3G HSPA connectivity, 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth® 3.0, the Samsung GALAXY Tab enhances users’ mobile communication on a whole new level. Video conferencing and push email on the large 7-inch display make communication more smooth and efficient. For voice telephony, the Samsung GALAXY Tab turns out to be a perfect speakerphone on the desk, or a mobile phone on the move via Bluetooth® headset.

Powered by a Cortex A8 1.0GHz application processor, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is designed to deliver high performance whenever and wherever you are. At the same time, HD video contents are supported by a wide range of multimedia formats (DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, H.264 and more), which maximizes the joy of entertainment.

While the front-facing camera allows face-to-face video telephony over 3G, the rear-facing camera captures still images and video that you can edit, upload and share, all without any hassle. As online content explodes, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the best portable solution for every lifestyle that needs a constant connection.

The Samsung GALAXY Tab will be launched in Europe in mid September, and in other markets including Korea, the US and Asia in coming months. .

Motorola announced the Milestone 2 yesterday, but they did too announce the DEFY.

Please find the full press release on this product too.

Motorola Announces DEFY^TM – A Smartphone that is Built to Withstand All that Life Throws Your Way

BASINGSTOKE, September 1, 2010 – Motorola today announced DEFY™ enhanced with MOTOBLUR™. Motorola DEFY is a slim, pocketable Android™ smartphone that comes equipped with advanced Web-browsing capabilities and a 3.7” high-resolution touch screen display that provides edge to edge views of your favorite photos, videos and websites.

“DEFY has been designed to handle everything that life throws your way,” said Alain Mutricy, senior vice president, portfolio and device product management, Motorola Mobility. “With all the features consumers expect in a smartphone, DEFY packs advanced web browsing, entertainment and messaging capabilities as well as a design that withstands the challenges of everyday life.”

Motorola DEFY is dust proof and water resistant protecting you from life’s little challenges like a sudden rain shower, spilt drink, or dropping your phone in the sand. It also features a large, resilient display that has outstanding protection against scratch damage. CrystalTalk® PLUS vanquishes noisy environments with two microphones which intelligently filter out background noise and amplify your voice so you don’t have to shout.

MOTOROLA DEFY also features the latest version of Motorola’s unique solution, MOTOBLUR, which makes it even easier to manage all of your emails, messages and social updates in one easy place with the additions of filtering, resizable widgets, added corporate security and a versatile battery manager.

An Adobe^® Flash^® Lite^® enabled browser and 3.7” WVGA screen allow users to view more of the Web than standard browsers. Create your own entertainment with the 5-megapixel camera with flash, digital zoom and auto focus that lets users capture the best of their social life. DEFY is Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)-enabled to stream, store and share content with compatible devices around the home like HDTVs, game consoles and PCs.

The Connected Music Player brings song lyrics to your songs and enables you to discover, buy and download music, right from your phone. Choose from over 70,000 applications, widgets and games from Android Market™ and enjoy access to Google™ services including Google Search™, Google Maps™ and Gmail™.

Availability

DEFY will be available in Europe beginning Q4 2010. For more information please visit www.clove.co.uk

Motorola MILESTONE™ 2 Gives You More for all your Smartphone Needs

BASINGSTOKE, September 1, 2010 –– Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today introduced MILESTONE™ 2 enhanced with MOTOBLUR™. The Android™ 2.2 device offers more speed, more connectivity, more messaging, more storage, more web with Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1, more multimedia and more personalisation than the original award-winning MILESTONE.

The powerhouse device features a 1Ghz processor, allowing users to sift through their content quickly, even when running multiple applications simultaneously or a number of open web browser pages. Respond to e-mails or texts quickly with an improved and more spacious QWERTY keyboard including larger keys and better tactility for easier typing. MILESTONE 2 also acts as a 3G mobile hotspot to connect up to five WiFi® enabled devices, so you turn practically anywhere into a hive of productivity.

“MILESTONE 2 offers more power, more speed, with an improved keyboard, so users can send, access and share information even quicker than before to manage their work and personal life,” said Alain Mutricy, senior vice president, portfolio and device product management, Motorola Mobility. “This introduction not only reaffirms our commitment to innovate on Android but offers consumers the leading edge features they crave including fast web browsing, messaging, application downloads and multimedia.”

MILESTONE 2 also features the latest version of Motorola’s unique solution, MOTOBLUR, which makes it even easier to manage all of your emails, messages and social updates in one easy place with the additions of filtering, resizable widgets, added corporate security and a versatile battery manager.

Further enhancements to the original MILESTONE include 720p HD video capture and playback allowing you to capture life’s moments in crystal clear detail, whilst Flash Player 10.1 allows mobile users to experience thousands of websites the way they were meant to be seen, and you can share all of your multimedia with DLNA compatible devices. The experience is rounded off with a connected music player delivering lyrics to your songs, additional artist news and information, as well as integrated social applications for sharing and giving recommendations. Users will have plenty of room for their content with up to 8GB internal memory and an 8GB microSD card inbox, expandable to 32GB.

A suite of Google™ mobile applications including Google Search™, Google Maps™, Gmail™ and YouTube™ are also integrated onto the device. Plus you have access to Android Market™ which has more than 70,000 applications.

Smart Accessories

The device ships with an 8GB micro SD card and wired headset, and owners can also download free the Motorola Media Link software that makes transferring your music and other multimedia from computer to phone even easier.

Make the most of Motorola’s MILESTONE 2 at home, in the car or at the office with the optional smart accessories:

• The car cradle is ready for the road. Simply drop in your MILESTONE 2 or original MILESTONE and it automatically turns into car mode. This gives one-touch access to your favourite in-car applications, including your handsfree calling contacts, your music, internet radio, podcasts, Google Maps™ with Navigation™ and more. Plug, play, drive and charge your MILESTONE 2 with the rapid in car charger that plugs into your cradle 
• The multimedia station is a stylish dock for your MILESTONE 2 or original MILESTONE. When docked, your phone automatically changes to desktop mode showing alarm clock and favourite multimedia applications such as a slide show of pictures. Desktop mode can be personalised allowing you to show the applications you want, all whilst charging your device.

Key MILESTONE 2 features include:

· 1Ghz processor now with 802.11n support

· 3G mobile hotspot – connect up to five other Wi-Fi devices

· Latest version of MOTOBLUR

· Adobe Flash Player 10.1

· Multi-touch, pinch to zoom, double tap zoom

· 720p HD video capture and playback

· 5MP imager with dual LED flash

· Up to 40GB of memory

· 3.5mm audio jack

· Enterprise MS Exchange support

· Improved design; more spacious QWERTY keyboard including larger keys and better tactility

· DLNA / WiFi / Bluetooth® 2.1 connectivity

Additional functionality and apps include:

· Full suite of the Google applications: Google Search, Google Maps with Latitude and Street View, Gmail, YouTube, and Google Talk™

· Unified Google and Microsoft Office Contacts

· Navigation: GPS, Google Maps, E-Compass Latitude

· Email Support: IMAP/POP3, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Corporate Sync, Push Email

· Quick Office document viewer

· IM Support: Google Talk

· Calendar: Exchange, Calendar

Availability

MILESTONE 2 will be available in Europe beginning Q4 2010. For more information please visit www.clove.co.uk

There is support for Adobe Flash Player 10.1 bringing the desktop experience to mobile users for Web browsing with rich content.  The latest version of Motorola’s MOTOBLUR is included enhancing the filtering abilities and including the capability to resize widgets.  Additionally it provides enhanced corporate security and a versatile battery manager.

The Motorola Milestone 2 can be used as a 3G mobile hotspot enabling up to five WiFi enabled devices to connect simultaneously.  This makes it possible to setup a network virtually anywhere with the benefit of Internet access. 

Features of the Motorola Milestone 2 include:-

Android 2.2 (Froyo)
1GHz Processor with 802.11n support
Latest version of MOTOBLUR
Multi-touch, pinch to zoom and double tap zoom
3G Mobile Hotspot – connect up to five other Wi-Fi devices
Adobe Flash Player 10.1
SWYPE Data Input
720p HD Video capture and playback
Improved keyboard – larger keys and better tactility
DLNA Support

To view additional information for the Motorola Milestone 2 Click Here.

The Motorola FLIPOUT is now in stock and shipping at Clove. This unique new handset comes with a black and a white cover in the box and we are expecting a pack of coloured FLIPOUT covers to be released soon (which should include Blue, Orange and Purple covers). However, its not just the changeable covers that make this new Android smartphone unique.

As is made clear by the name, the Motorola FLIPOUT opens differently to any other device on the market with its ‘flip’ mechanism. While this is an important part of the handset’s compact design, it’s also a fun feature that will have you constantly playing with your phone.

As well as a quirky design, the Motorola FLIPOUT features the Android 2.1 (Eclair) Operating System with MOTOBLUR. MOTOBLUR organises your friends, social network updates and messages into one place, making your device a hub for all communication. With features such as CrystalTalk Plus and Battery Manager also included, the FLIPOUT really is a bargain at the price of just £199 + VAT.

Click here for more information or to buy the Motorola FLIPOUT from Clove Technology.

We supplied Shaun at www.pda247.com with a unit and he has kindly written a thorough review.

His concluding comments:

I love this little phone to bits! It is completely different to anything I have used before and for that alone it has charmed me. That is a shallow reason to like a phone I know, but if I like it this much because of the shape imagine what teenagers will think of it. And maybe this is the FLIPOUT’S biggest problem?

People who want an Android phone want a big screen or at the very least something that looks semi-serious. People who want a trendy phone that is unusual and catches the eye will want to send messages, mess about on it and do little else. The FLIPOUT is a smartphone that looks like it should be on a teenage girl’s shopping list and thus it may struggle in both markets.

Having said all of that, there is a lot to like about the FLIPOUT and for novelty value alone it is refreshing in almost every way. The fact that it is actually a very good smartphone may be lost on many people though.

In two parts you can read the full review HERE and HERE

We have just had word that stock of the Motorola FLIPOUT will be arriving next Tuesday! This is a somewhat unique device from Motorola, a smartphone that’s bound to make you stand out from the crowd.

Last week the price was confirmed at just £199 + VAT and we posted a hands-on video made with a pre-release handset.

So what’s different about the FLIPOUT?

• The Flip mechanism – this particular style of flip mechanism is the first in a smartphone and does work very well. As soon as you’ve got the device in your hands, you’ll be flipping it back and forth, before trying to perfect the movement as you answer a call.

The low price point – £199 + VAT for an Android handset that has so much to offer and such a fantastic design really is a bargain.

The changeable covers – The retail package of the FLIPOUT will include a black and a white cover, but we are expecting a pack containing blue, orange and purple covers to be available very soon. 

Motoblur – Motorola’s proprietary software organises your friends, messages, social network updates and more with continuous updates and backups.

The rest of the FLIPOUT features at a glance are:

• Enhanced MOTOBLUR with more customization
• CrystalTalk Plus Noise Cancellation Technology
• Compact pivoting touch screen design
• QWERTY Keyboard with separate number row
• Multi-Touch Support
• Battery Manger
• Android 2.1 (Éclair)

For more information or to purchase the Motorola FLIPOUT click here

Next week, Thursday 2nd September, Huawei are holding a press conference in London’s Leicester Square.  Taking place between 4 and 6 we are unsure what exactly they will be announcing.

There will be a couple of us from Clove at the event so will bring you more details on the day or as we get them.  Check back around the 2nd for more information.