Mystery HTC Ice Cream Sandwich phone surfaces

UPDATE: After checking the Service Information screen, our source now tells us that the phone is 100% Verizon-bound. Congrats to all of you riding on "the nation's most reliable 4G network"!

You might be surprised, but we actually don't have a clue. We were recently approached by a tipster of ours who was generous enough to share these pics with us. Thanks to the photos, we can learn quite a bit about this mysterious handset, but unfortunately, we can't be sure how it's going to be called, or what carriers it may end up on. However, some of our observant readers have noted that the 4G LTE logo that's visible during the loading screen is the one that Verizon uses for its handsets, so that's a pretty good guess as to where the phone may end up.

Although this ICS-powered HTC phone looks very similar to some other models by the company (and that's not really a good thing), it doesn't fully match any of the currently known handsets. In terms of appearance, its front looks similar to almost any other HTC phone released recently, however, the back reminds us of the characteristic DROID Incredible 2 back side, and since there isn't any other HTC line having this particular design language, we're willing to speculate a little here by saying that this might in fact be the HTC DROID Incredible 3. Another possibility is that it might be the leaked HTC Fireball, also for Verizon, of which, however, we know almost nothing.

Alright, enough speculating. Let's take a look at the specs! According to the Hardware information screen, the phone will feature a 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon processor, 1GB RAM, 8MP camera complemented by a VGA front-facing one, as well as LTE connectivity. Overall, the handset doesn't seem to be a slouch, though it doesn't shine either. Furthermore, our source tells us that it's having an AMOLED screen, instead of S-LCD, which is the tech of choice for the bigger part of HTC's newer smartphones.

On the software side of things, we're glad to see this phone run Android 4.0.1 Ice Cream Sandwich, covered by the new Sense UI 4.0. As can be seen from the images, this will be one of the HTC handsets that won't have on-screen nav buttons, but will instead stick with hardware ones. Interestingly, even though previous information pointed that those ICS handsets by HTC ,which will stick with hardware keys, will have three, instead of four keys, this one sports four. Of course, we should all keep in mind that this is a prototype unit, so a lot of stuff may change until it finally hits the market, which will probably happen sometime this year!

HTC Sensation Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0):

Vertu Constellation Quest Ferrari: A Ferrari 458 Italia-Inspired Smartphone

Vertu, a manufacturer of luxury cellular phones, has recently announced its newest product, the Ferrari 458 Italia-inspired smartphone. The said phone is called the Constellation Quest Ferrari.
Previously, this company has also released similar luxury car-inspired models such as the Ascent Ferrari GT and the Ascent Ferrari 60.

To give an authentic feel to the smartphone, the Vertu Constellation Quest Ferrari has a titanium battery cover on which appears the popular symbol of Cavallino Rempante in stainless steel. The Ferrari logo likewise appears on the front.

The phone also has handmade Ferrari Calf leather integrated with the design. The phone has been crafted in the very workshop where the interior parts of the inspiration car, the Ferrari GT, are made. Likewise, the phone is encased in a special leather slip covering which not only serves as a protection for the device, but also echoes the design of the iconic vehicle.

Beyond the design, the Constellation Quest Ferrari also carries an analog clock that is inspired by Rev Counter. True Ferrari enthusiasts will also appreciate the stream of updates from Ferrari, including information on events as well as other significant announcements.

Passion Meets Power in The World's Most Exclusive Smartphone:

LG Spectrum 4G LTE Lands On Verizon

LG and Verizon recently announced their latest Android smartphone, the LG Spectrum 4G LTE and now the handset is available on Verizon Wireless for $199.99 when you sign up to a new two year contract with the carrier. The LG Spectrum comes with support for Verizon’s 4G LTE network and it features a 4.5 inch HD display, the display comes with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, which means it can display HD videos and content in 720p.

Other specifications on the LG Spectrum include a dual core Qualcomm 1.5GHz processor, plus 1GB of RAM, and it comes with Android 2.3 Gingerbread out of the box, LG has announced that it will get Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich at a later date.

The LG Spectrum also features an 8 megapixel camera with an LED flash and auto-focus, the rear camera is capable of recording full high definition video in 1080p. Up front there is a 1.3 megapixel camera for video chat, it also features 4GB of built in storage, and a microSD card slot which can take up to 32GB cards, although it comes bundled with a 16GB microSD card. The LG Spectrum comes with 801.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and it can also be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot with up to 10 different Wi-Fi devices.

LG Spectrum 4G LTE phone hands-on at CES 2012:

M1 Offers Modified iPhone 4 & 4S Without Camera

The iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S now have a non-camera version care of Singapore operator M1. Rumours of the non-camera version circulated before and now it’s officially available. It is priced S$ 49 more than the regular iPhone version.

M1 is also willing to take your current iPhone 4/4S and charge you in transforming it into a non-camera version. Apple’s warranty will expectedly be void if you do so but M1 has you covered with a third-party warranty provider that you may get.

Removing the camera is a permanent operation, according to M1. The non-camera version is welcome news to those in Singapore who are fulfilling two years of mandatory service as the Ministry of Defence has approved its use in the military. Other networks in the country, SingTel and Starhub, said they are also looking to offer the non-camera iPhone versions but canmot give a definite date of release as of now.

Breacelet phone

The flexible cell phone can be worn as a bracelet around your wrist, which makes it part-jewellery, but what makes this simple gadget so interesting is its green feature. The phone has a panel of solar cells on its back which create enough energy to keep the phone running. Just wear the breacelet phone and walk out into the sun to charge your phone.