Spansion and Fujitsu announced that Casio Hitachi Mobile Communications has developed two new mobile phones with 512Mb NOR flash memory, utilizing stacked versions of Spansion's WS256N flash memory device. The WS256N is based on Spansion's award-winning MirrorBit technology.

The two models are G'zOne and A5512CA, now available in Japan, that come with 80 MHz versions of the WS256N. According to Spansion, the new handsets showcase the powerful multimedia features that can be realized with increased performance and code storage capacity.

The enhanced performance is greatly expected to improve user experience, with quicker-than-ever boot times and camera shoot times. Of course, this is one of those innovations that the rest of the world has to wait for some time to really experience it.

The G'zOne features up to 64 MB of code storage for advanced multimedia functions, while incorporating a 1.28 megapixel camera, mapping/navigation capabilities and video. One of the neat features of the G'zOne is the "Extension Mode" which allows you to check your address book and e-mail even when the battery is low.

The G'zOne also features Safe Navi GPS function, allowing you to check an individual's location, a feature ideal for parents.