The phone will first become available in the U.S., and a U.K. launch will follow shortly afterward. Starting Oct. 22, U.S. consumers will be able to buy the G1 for $179. Users can subscribe to a limited data plan for $25 a month or $35 for unlimited data access.

The G1 will go on sale in the U.K. in early November and in other T-Mobile European markets in the first quarter of next year.

“We believe open will drive the future of the mobile Internet,” said Cole Brodman, chief technology and innovation officer at T-Mobile USA. “From garages to graduate schools, from small towns to big cities, we believe third parties will drive the innovation and future of the mobile Net, along with partnerships with carriers and key manufacturers.”

A demonstration of the phone showed a user flicking the screen to scroll through items, in much the same way people can use gestures to navigate the iPhone. The G1, however, also supports the “long press,” where a user holds a finger to the screen to open up a menu. For example, holding a finger on a photograph opens a menu offering options such as the ability to send the photo to someone else.

The phone includes a browser built on Webkit, the same technology that drives Apple’s Safari browser, said Andy Rubin, senior director of mobile platforms at Google, who is credited with leading the Android development. He called it “Chrome-light,” comparing it to the Chrome browser that Google recently introduced.

The T-Mobile G1

In a browser window, a user can drag a small box around the Web site and the content behind the box is magnified for easier viewing on the small screen.

The phone, which the executives referred to as “G1 with Google”, features many Google applications, including Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, Flickr and GTalk. It is also integrated with the Amazon MP3 store, allowing users to easily buy digital music, and it features the Android store where users can browse and buy new applications.

The phone also includes a dedicated search button. When users press it, a Google search bar pops up on the screen.

G1 users will be able to read Word, PDF and Excel documents but, initially at least, they won’t be able to sync Microsoft Exchange mail with the phone. “Currently there’s no Exchange compatibility, but that’s a perfect opportunity for a third-party developer,” Rubin said.

PORT WASHINGTON, NY – (August 26, 2008) - iLuv, the leader in innovative audio solutions, announces the iMM173, Hi-Fi Dual Dock Alarm Clock for your iPhone / iPod. The iMM173 will be available Worldwide in early September 2008 for an MSRP of $129.99 at J&R, Micro Center and Amazon.com and www.i-luv.com.

This Apple certified Dual Dock Alarm Clock for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 2G includes a multitude of features and functions.

Key Features:
•    Advanced user-interface (UI) with oversized LCD display 
•    Powerful 5W x 2 sound output with treble / bass control
•    jAura soundcell technology - enjoy your favorite tunes with top quality acoustic speaker sound and the properly proportioned mix of forward and backward sound waves
•    Auxiliary line input for any audio devices with 3.5mm jack
•    Daylight saving time switch
•    LCD dimmer 10 level control   

Dual Dock Capabilities:
•    Integrated universal dock for your iPhone / iPod
•    Charge two iPhones and/or iPods* at once 
•    Users can choose and play either of the two docked iPhones or iPods
•    Digital clock display with dual alarm clock featuring wake to iPhone / iPod, FM radio or buzzer options as well as a sleep to iPhone / iPod or FM radio function
 
Radio Functions:
•    FM stereo
•    PLL tuning digital tuning technology
•    Programmable presets for 8 radio stations
•    Remote control 

*Compatible with any iPod with dock connector (Excluding 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation iPod)

“iLuv is very happy to present our first iPhone 3G Compatible Hi-Fi Dual Dock Alarm Clock,” said Robert Caputo iLuv Sales VP. “This truly is the latest technology for iPhone fanatics and we are proud to have passed all the Apple certification tests.”

For more information on product specifications as well as pricing and availability please visitwww.i-luv.com.

Because of it’s very thin & slim design it fits into almost all phone’s on the market and can also be easily removed again. It’s got Gold Immersion and makes perfect contact with the card and the socket at ALL times.

Cutting of your Operator’s SIM card is required but kept to a minimum.

This SIM unlock is a revolutionary do-it-yourself Plug & Play card for unlocking iPhone 3G without the risk of damaging the iPhone 3G or voiding it’s warranty.

This SIM unlock is inserted into the iPhone 3G in parallel with your Operator’s SIM card and enables you to use your card on phones locked to another provider..

No more Test-Point. No more opening phones.. No more waiting for logs.. No more Server delays & errors.. No more Cracks & illegal hackings.. No more damaged phones.. No more lost warranty because of phone modifications..

Los Angeles, CA – mophie gives more power to iPhone 3G fanatics everywhere with the all-new juice pack 3G™ battery extender. The mophie juice pack 3G comes ‘pre-charged’ and ready to go straight out of the package. The redesigned case houses a rechargeable lithium polymer battery within an ergonomic, comfort-grip case with a soft-touch, non-slip finish. The added “juice” gives consumers up to an additional 350 hours of standby time, 6 hours of talk time on 3G, 12 hours of talk time on 2G, 6 hours of Internet use on 3G, 8 hours of video playback, or 28 hours of audio playback. The juice pack™ ’s proprietary design provides short circuit, over-charge and temperature protection as well as smart power management. The juice pack™ also integrates a 4 LED ‘charge status’ indicator letting you know how much juice is left, and connects to your computer via USB passthrough - making it easy to simultaneously charge and sync your iPhone 3G.

“Since its debut, power users of the iPhone 3G have demanded a product that will boost battery life for extended on-the-go use” says Ross Howe, Sales and Product Development Director for mStation/mophie. “juice pack 3G delivers this exceptional battery enhancement while keeping the unique style and feel of the iPhone intact.”

The mophie juice pack 3G™ will be available online and in stores this September at an MSRP of $99.95. For more information mophie, please visit www.mophie.com. Mophie.com is currently taking entries to raffle off 10 free juice pack 3Gs when they ship this fall.

NetShare, the iPhone application that allows you to tether your iPhone or iPhone 3G to your computer with a simple button-press, went live in the AppStore yesterday. Then it disappeared. Now it’s back again. Whatever the reason for the mysterious disappearance, NetShare seems to be back online and ready to do your iPhone internet connection share bidding.

NetShare allows you to use your iPhone or iPhone 3G as a wireless modem for your computer. The application sets up a SOCKS5 proxy, which essentially allows your computer to tunnel through your iPhone’s data connection to access the web. Unfortunately, email clients and instant messaging programs won’t work through the iPhone tether. The SOCKS5 proxy is only good for serving up data to your computer’s web browser (Safari, Firefox, etc.).

Find NetShare here.

PORT WASHINGTON, NY – (July 29, 2008) - iLuv, the leader in innovative audio solutions, announces today the immediate availability of new iPhone 3G Cases including a variety of styles ranging from Silicone and Acrylic to Clear Crystal and Two-Tone Silcone. The new iPhone 3G cases range from $12.99 to $24.99 MSRP. All products are available at www.i-luv.com

“iLuv is very proud to be one of the first to market with cases made for the new iPhone 3G. Our new line of cases offers a variety of options for the iPhone 3G power user to keep their investment protected from day to day wear and tear” says Howard Kim, the Marketing Manager for iLuv.

The device, known as the Thunder, is to be sold exclusively through Verizon Wireless in the U.S. and Vodafone PLC abroad, the Journal reported on its Web site, citing people familiar with the matter.

RIM declined to comment on the report, stating that it does not comment on rumors and speculation. Earlier this week, rumored details of a touch-screen BlackBerry surfaced on the Internet.

In February, RIM co-CEO Jim Balsillie said the company may bring out a touch-screen device if customers want it.

This week, Waterloo, Ontario-based RIM announced its BlackBerry Bold, a sleek smartphone with a keyboard aimed at its core base of business users.

Introducing a touch-screen BlackBerry would put RIM in more direct competition with Apple’s popular iPhone. In the past, Balsillie has dismissed concerns that the iPhone could pose a serious competitive threat.

A touch-screen BlackBerry would also build on RIM’s continuing push into the broader retail market as it seeks to diversify its client base beyond the executives, lawyers and other professionals who have been its mainstay.

The SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier features a slim, compact design for inconspicuous installation and is powered by the vehicle’s cigarette lighter. The amplifier is bundled with an interior antenna available in two package options. The first is Wilson Electronics’ Cell Phone Cradle Plus, a cell phone docking cradle that doubles as an antenna, offering hands-free operation. The second is an Ultra-Slim Antenna that can be installed on the side of the driver’s seat or under the seat fabric. A magnet-base external antenna that attaches to the roof of the vehicle completes two of the four product bundles. The remaining two bundles do not include an external antenna, giving users the option to customize their installation to suit specific needs by using a marine, RV or trucking antenna.

The plug-and-play SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier, like other Wilson products, extends signal range and increases data rates for cellular users by amplifying signals to and from the cell tower. The Mini-Mobile Amplifier provides up to six times more power and substantially higher receiver sensitivity than a typical mobile phone. This solution improves the performance of mobile phones and data cards used in vehicles. Offering a wireless connection between cellular devices and the amplifier, the SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier supports multiple phones and data cards simultaneously, can be installed in minutes and is easily moved from vehicle to vehicle.

“Wilson Electronics provides the most effective equipment in the industry for enhancing cellular voice and data signal quality. Our new SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier significantly reduces instances of dropped calls and extends service range for cell phone users,” said Mark Evans, marketing manager at Wilson Electronics. “Whether you’re on a road trip, commuting to work, or in a boat or off-road vehicle in the middle of nowhere, the SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier ensures you have the highest quality cellular reception possible.”

Unlike some competing products, Wilson’s SignalBoost Mini-Mobile bundles contain two internal amplifier circuits that boost cellular signals to and from the cell tower simultaneously. Weak signals broadcast from a distant cell tower are captured by the roof-mounted antenna, amplified by the highly-sensitive receiving amplifier and rebroadcast with greater strength to cellular devices in the interior of the vehicle through the Cradle Plus or Ultra-Slim Antennas. Conversely, outgoing signals from cell devices in the vehicle are picked up by the interior antenna, amplified by the powerful outgoing amplifier and rebroadcast back to the cell tower.

The SignalBoost Mini-Mobile Amplifier bundles (801230, 801231, 801232 and 801233) are fully compatible with all hands-free devices such as BluetoothTM headsets or ear buds and are available from $329 to $374 MSRP at authorized Wilson dealers, including Radio Shack franchise stores. Visit the dealer locator page at www.wilsonelectronics.com for a list of stores by ZIP code or to buy the product immediately from an online retail partner.

[via - Business Wire]

Radura Case Now Available for iPhone, iPod Touch, Nano(3G), and Classic

Los Angeles, CA – May 13th, 2008– Today, mStation/mophie announces the availability of the new Radura case for iPhone, iPod Touch, Nano(3G), and Classic.  The Radura’s clear polycarbonate design covers all scratchable surfaces on the iPod/iPhone, while conveniently freeing up all connectors, click wheel, and touch screen.  The end result is maximum protection without having to conceal the beautiful design of the iPhone/iPod.  The Radura is also compatible with the mophie Ratchet belt clip swivel and the mophie Run armband, allowing users to enjoy their media on-the-go.  The Radura for iPod Nano and Classic comes packaged with 3 silicone inserts(black, pink, and green) which act as shock absorbers and also glow in the dark for added visibility.

“With Radura, we’ve achieved a really great balance of, simple, clear design and strong protection” says Ross Howe, Sales and Product Development Director for mStation/mophie.  “Now, owners of all types of iPods and iPhones have a strong, sensible case that offers maximum protection, without sacrificing the unique aesthetics of Apple’s products”

The mophie Relo Radura is available now online and in stores at an MSRP of $20.  For more information on mStation or mophie, please visit www.mstation.com or www.mophie.com

mStation is consistently praised for its ability to create quality audio products with sleek, industrial design. mStation recently acquired mophie, an iPod accessory company with a wide array of award-winning cases.  Their products can be found in Apple Specialist Stores and major retailers across the country and in select retail outlets in both Canada and Mexico.

Quake 3 has been ported to work on the iTouch and iPhone. The game uses the accelerometer for character control and the touchscreen for shooting. You can even game using the WIFI connection and have a full on battle, hmm i can just imagine a bunch of iPhone users at StarBucks battling it out. No word on release date but you can see in the video that the graphics are pretty good.