Ring in the new phones

by Nicholas Yeo

04:45 AM Jun 01, 2012

Are you on the hunt for a new mobile phone for when your contract runs out? Here are some new models that have been launched - or will be available soon - with their bare essentials so you can make an informed decision.

ASUS PadFone

This Android phone-tablet hybrid from Asus switches seamlessly between phone and tablet mode. A separate keyboard turns the tablet into a PadFone Station Dock, giving greater ease of typing. S$800 without contract.

LG Optimus 3D Max

This Andoid phone's HSPA+ network allows faster Internet access. You can also view movies in 3D without the aid of glasses. Preset modes like car, office or sleep detect location and adjust settings such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS accordingly. S$698.

Nokia Lumia 900

This Windows phone has features such as an Xbox Live hub, syncing with Office applications and Nokia Drive with turn-by-turn voice navigation. S$849 without contract.

Samsung Galaxy Beam

Besides being able to project multimedia content onto flat surfaces up to 50 inches wide, this Android phone - designed for gamers - lets users upload their own games or pick from 1,000 titles via Samsung's Game Hub.

Source:  www.todayonline.com