BlackBerry Pearl 9100 Now Available

The new BlackBerry Pearl 9100 is now available at PCS Wireless. The Pearl 9100 has a slim form-factor yet packs the horse power of the 9700 series BlackBerry. It is perfect for the style conscious individual who does not want to sacrifice productivity.

Features:

• Slim and sleek design
• High-speed processor ensures productivity
• Optical trackpad provide optimal tactile experience
• Sure-type keypad for quick messaging
• Easy networking with BlackBerry Messenger, Facebook and email
• Perfect picture sharing with MMS and the 3.2 megapixel camera
• Expandable microSD slot (up to 32 GB) with included 2GB memory card

Prices start at $29.99 on a 3-year term

New Motorola Backflip wth MotoBlur

With MOTOBLUR on the Motorola Backflip all of your messages, posts, tweets, pics and social networks are streamed directly to you. Winner of the 2010 Best of CES award in the cell phone and smartphone category, the Backflip comes with an innovative reverse hinge design for a full QWERTY physical keyboard and a BACKTRACK navigation panel to make communicating between social networks a breeze. Finally, the Android-powered Backflip comes with fully integrated Google applications and the Android Market unlimited productivity and entertainment.

MOTOBLUR Features:
• MOTOBLUR on the Backflip syncs multiple social networks streaming your posts, tweets, feeds and contacts, all together in real time
• Sync your contacts between social networks, phonebook, and personal and work emails
• Contacts are automatically updated with their latest status updates and profile pics
• Clients who lose their phones won’t lose their data as MOTOBLUR automatically backs-up all your contacts, log-in information, email and social networking messages and can be restored easily on a new handset
• Capture pics and videos with Backflip’s 5MP camera and upload them instantly to all your favourite social networking sites at once

Other Backflip Features:
• Backflip’s built-in BACKTRACK navigation panel works without having to touch the screen or obstruct your view
• Reverse-hinged full QWERTY keyboard creates extra room, which means extra comfort, more accuracy and happier thumbs
• Backflip’s unique reverse flip design enables table top alarm clock and media mode
• Use built-in widgets and access thousands of free applications from the continuously growing Android Market™
• Create up to 5 home-screens for widgets and news feeds
• Integrated Google applications: YouTube, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Talk

Specifications:
• UMTS/HSPA 850/1900Mhz
• 3.1-in. HVGA (320 x 480 pixels) touchscreen
• 5MP auto focus camera with video capture
• Android 1.5
• Physical and virtual keyboards
• MS exchange support
• Wi-Fi® capable (802.11 b,g)
• 3.5mm headset jack
• microSD slot expandable to 32GB
• Battery life 6 hrs continuous usage, 315 hrs standby
• Size: 53.0 x 108.0 x 15.3 mm
• Weight: 133 grams

Pricing: Starting at $99.99 on a 3 year term

Introducing TELUS Smart Hub

TELUS is introducing a new device for business clients, the TELUS Smart Hub. The Smart Hub will create a Wi-Fi network, and provide Internet access with simultaneous voice service using the TELUS 3G+ network. The TELUS Smart Hub will be launching in late May and clients have the ability to pre-order devices as of April 15.

The TELUS Smart Hub creates a secure Wi-Fi network, providing Internet access and simultaneous phone service using the TELUS 3G+ network. The TELUS Smart Hub provides a landline experience without the need for fixed line connections.

Key features
• Simultaneous voice and data
• Up to 7.2 Mbps download / 5.76 Mbps upload
• Supports auto Internet fallback to 3G+ when using alternate ADSL, Cable or Satellite
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for wireless connectivity
• Browser based interface for configuration and management

New LG Banter

Show off your sense of style without compromising your need to stay in touch with the LG Banter. Slide out the full QWERTY keyboard to text message with ease. Want instant connection? TELUS IM and Mobile Email will keep you connected with friends and family. Feeling in the mood for something different? Get creative with the three included interchangeable faceplates.

Features:
• Use the full QWERTY keyboard to send texts, IM, email, and MMS
messages to your friends
• Show off your individual style with the included Baby Blue, Titanium and
Lavender replaceable faceplates, each with their own themed pattern on the
back.
• Take your music, pictures and videos with you thanks to the expandable
microSD slot (up to 16GB)

Specifications:
• CDMA 1X 800/1900
• 2” QVGA display: 240 x 320 262K TFT
• 1.3MP camera (no video capture)
• microSD slot expandable to 16GB
• Bluetooth 2.1
• Speakerphone
• Mobile Web Browser
• 2.5mm headset jack

Pricing Starts at $0 on a 3 year activation

New Motorola Milestone

TELUS and Motorola today announced the availability of the much-anticipated Motorola Milestone in Canada. Motorola Milestone, powered by Android, delivers a rich mobile web experience, superior messaging and top-of-the-line multi-media features in an innovative design that could only come from Motorola.

Milestone features the best of both worlds with a full QWERTY keyboard and touchscreen navigation, as well as the opportunity for users to customize their mobile with widgets and the freedom to run multiple applications at once.

"We are excited to bring the Motorola Milestone to Canada," said Rick Gadd, vice-president, Motorola Canada Mobile Devices. "Canadians will now have the chance to experience a smartphone with no limits; harnessing the power of the mobile web with the latest version of Android, plus Google(TM) Search, simple messaging and extreme multi-media features."

"The Motorola Milestone is quite a powerful Smartphone for Canadians looking for the smart fit to stay connected with their social network," said David Fuller, senior vice-president of Products and Services at TELUS. "Our focus on Smartphone leadership over the last few years means that we offer our customers a state-of-the-art smartphone line-up that helps them stay connected and entertained on-the-go. The Motorola Milestone is a great addition to our 3G+ smartphone selection."

Source: Boy Genius Report

Apple iPad unveiled this morning

Well has Apple done it again? Or will it go the way of the MacBook Air? For those who haven't been following this mornings announcement from Apple, Steve Jobs has announced their newest product called the iPad. It is a 9.5" Touch screen tablet that uses the same OS as your iPhone or iTouch. The iPad comes with a 1Ghz Apple processor, 16GB-64GB Hardrive, Wifi-N and if you want to upgrade also comes with 3G connectivity.

Pricing starts a $499 US

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Introducing the new BlackBerry Curve 8530

The BlackBerry ® Curve 8530 lets you be as social as you like, on the go. Experience
the convenience of a proven messaging device with a QWERTY keyboard and apps for
Facebook, Twitter and more. This evolution of the most popular BlackBerry device has
been improved with a faster processor, BlackBerry 5.0 handheld software, support for
WiFi connectivity and easily accessible media keys.

Key Features

• Take pictures and videos with the camera and share them using the integrated Facebook application and Flickr uploader for BlackBerry, downloadable from the BlackBerry App World ™
• Send emails and SMS to your friends quickly and easily with the proven design of the QWERTY keyboard
• Benefit from your friends using BlackBerry Smartphones by using the popular BlackBerry Messenger IM application
• Browse on the HTML browser using either the 3G or WiFi networks
• Quickly access the things that are important to you using the innovative new trackpad
• Slimmer than its predecessor, this device fits comfortably in your pocket
• The expandable micro SD slot for up to 16 GB of memory for music and external music keys allows you to enjoy music more easily

Smartphone Specifications

• CDMA EVDOr0 800/1900 MHz
• Platform : BlackBerry 5.0
• Display : TFT high resolution screen
• Camera : 2.0 camera with video capture
• Input : Trackpad with Full QWERTY keyboard and dedicated media control keys
• Expandable memory : microSD expandable to 16GB
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 2.1, microUSB
• WiFi B/G supported
• Speakerphone
• Full HTML web browser
• Phonebook capacity: limited by phone memory
• Voice-activated dialing
• LBS : GPS / A-GPS
• Full PIM functionality : Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Email

Available Colours: Silver, Red

Pricing
Month to Month: $349.99
1 Year Contract: $299.99
2 Year Contract: $249.99
3 Year Contract: $149.99
3 Year Promo Contract*: $49.99

*Available for clients who activate or renew on a 3 year term with a Smartphone voice and data rate plan of $50 or greater, or on a BlackBerry Social or
BlackBerry Email & IM rate plan. TELUS reserves the right to modify eligible rate plans with this offer at any time without advance notice.

TELUS Launches LG Madison GB-255G

TELUS has launched their first mobile device of 2010, the LG Madison GB-255G. The Madison is available to corporate or SMB clients only for the time being. Expect availability to consumers in the near future.

The new compact LG GB-255G phone offers simplicity with an easy-to-dial keypad, a 1.3MP camera and Bluetooth technology for hands-free accessories.

Key features of the Madison include:

• Large keyboard
• SMS, MMS and IM capable
• MP3 player with expandable microSD slot
  
• Bludtooth technology from wireless accessories

The Madison GB-255G is available on the following price plans:

• 3-year contract: $49.99
• 2-year contract : $149.99
• 1-year contract: $199.99
• No contract: $249.99

B.C. & Saskatchewan Ban Hand-held Device Use While Driving

It's now illegal to talk and text while driving in British Columbia and Saskatchewan, putting them in line with most other provinces.

But while Saskatchewan has been handing out tickets already, B.C. officers are holding off for a month.

Drivers in provinces following the ban can now only use hands-free cellphones and devices.

In B.C., fines will be handed out starting on Feb. 1. Anyone caught driving and talking on a hand-held phone or electronic device can expect a $167 fine. Drivers caught texting or emailing can also be subject to three points against their driving licence.

People classified as drivers in the "learner" or "novice" stage of the province's graduated licensing program (GLP) are barred from using any type of cellphone while behind the wheel.

According to independent research and studies, cellphone use while driving is the No. 1 cause of distracted driving, the B.C. Solicitor General's Ministry said when it introduced the legislation last fall.

On average, 117 people die each year in B.C. and 1,400 are sent to hospital because someone was not paying attention behind the wheel, the release said.

In Saskatchewan, all drivers using hand-held cellphones to talk, text, email or surf the internet face a $280 fine and receive four demerit points on their licence.

With the new laws coming into effect on New Year's Day, B.C. and Saskatchewan bring their legislation in line with Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Alberta and the Yukon are considering similar distracted-driving legislation.

Source: Compare Cellular