The Twins come in two different flavors; the Twins 168 is a tri-band dual SIM handset that allows both SIMs to be active at all times. Rolling with CDMA? Then the T178 is for you, with tri-band GSM, plus a CDMA 800 / 1900 / 1X radio all in one set. This is top-shelf stuff if you are a business traveller — no need to swap between SIMs to check your messages at home and throwing in the dual-purpose CDMA / GSM model does the same for CDMA users. The Glider is a quad-band Windows Mobile device with a sliding keypad, a 195MHz OMAP850 core, 2.8 inch touchscreen, Bluetooth 1.2, WiFi, EDGE data, and a 2 megapixel cam. This is a solid device and we absolutely loved the red backlit touch-controls mounted on the face. The QDA Icon is touted as the world’s slimmest PDA phone with a 4 megapixel camera, and as such, it was given props with an Innovations honour at CES. The touchscreen QDA Icon is available in either dual-band GSM 900 / 1800 or 900 / 1900 versions, with the grunt delivered by a 200MHz OMAP730. Sadly, the only data options are Class 10 GPRS, Bluetooth 1.2 and USB — no EDGE or HSDPA here.

Gear Live got the chance to check the new Bluetooth 2.1+EDR specification live with Michael Foley, executive director of theBluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group). Most definitely, the coolest new feature is delivered via an optional part of the spec dubbed ” near-field communications.” Using a prototype Nokia cellphone and Parrot picture frame, Foley was able to snap a photo on the handset and then pair and transfer it to the frame by simply holding the phone a few inches away from the display. Other notable enhancements are 5x reduction in battery drain for Bluetooth mice and keyboards as well as enhanced security. The spec is “just being finalized now” with first product expected to hit around the 2007 holiday season. Fingers crossed eh, as these things tend to drag out a bit longer than expected.

Though it may seem a little too much like a one of those calculator watches for some, SMS Technology Australia’s upcoming M300 watch promises to be a mobile phone on your wrist. I4U News reports it’ll see the light of day in late March for around $500.
The M300 watch should be able to work with any GSM network. It also supports Bluetooth so you can sync up a wireless headset, has a built-in MP3 player, can be connected to a computer through a USB port, has a speakerphone, and sports a 1-inch color screen. Nice features all, but we think it would be great if it could also let us view television or show us time by stacking rectangles
The M300 is the most promising Wrist phone since the NTT Wristomo in 2003. The Wristomo was only available in Japan. The water resistant M300 works on GSM Tri-band frequencies which are 900 Mhz, 1800 Mhz and 1900 Mhz. This allows any individual, who has an existing GSM sim card, to use the M300 in any country around the world.

LG missed the boat with the recent 3GSM show. This phone, from LG doesn’t have 3G capability. Shocking considering the LG movement recently. What it does have is EDGE, and a 3″ 256k color screen. MicroSD is the memory of choice, and with LG recently internal speakers are good quality. Bluetooth, Camera, and radio included. It doesn’t support some GSM, so if you want it, you’ll have to order it through LG yourself.

National Geographic announced the launch of the National Geographic Talk Abroad Travel Phone, designed specifically for the needs of the traveling public, allowing for affordable calls from over 100 countries, with no contracts to sign and free incoming calls in most international markets. GSM cell phone technology experts at Cellular Abroad, Playa del Rey, Calif., collaborated with National Geographic in a licensing partnership to provide this service that works seamlessly across international borders, picking up local cellular networks and providing consumers with the best coverage available. Unlike other services, the phone number stays the same, no matter where the consumer travels. As an added benefit, the National Geographic Talk Abroad Travel Phone features a dedicated toll-free number to reach Cellular Abroad’s 24/7 customer support service. Purchase for $199 which includes 30 minutes of free outgoing talk time or rent at $49 a week. * SIM card available for $79, which includes 30 minutes of free outgoing talk time and is available for purchase at select mobile telephone stores. * Add minutes as you go; no contracts or bills. Pay a low flat rate of $0.90 per outgoing minute in the most frequently traveled countries. * Unlimited free incoming calls in the most frequently traveled countries.

Telcast’s new super touchy T59 is pretty and we all know it. 3.5″ touch screen and it runs Windows CE. It does everything you can do, but better. It’s also WiFi, has GPS and basically is a PDA with what it can do. Will it set it’s self apart? only time can tell.