Nokia added yet another phone to their growing N-series portfolio. The new Nokia N79, like many of the other phones, is a multimedia computer. With integrated navigation, FM transmitter and HSDPA connectivity, the phone comes pre-loaded with 10 N-Gage games. You also get a 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics.

The N79 features Xpress-on covers that let you customize the phone to your tastes, with the following colors being available: Light Sea Blue, Espresso Brown, Olive Green, White and Coral Red. With the phone, you get a combo of 3 of these covers. Along with HSDPA, the phone also supports Wi-Fi for times when you don’t want to incur data charges.

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Asus, a leading provider of high-performance graphics solutions, has announced today the release of the world’s first VGA and multimedia docking station – the ASUS ROG XG Station. ROG - meaning Republic of Gamer - allows users to experience computing in a whole new level.

The ASUS ROG XG Station is encased in an extremely detailed and impeccable design allowing it to achieve the red dot design award honourable mention 2008. It comes equipped with the EN8600GT/HTDP/256M graphics card, and equipped with an Express Card interface – seamlessly integrating notebook computing with powerful PC graphical power. It also incorporates 4 USB 2.0 ports and Dolby Technology – doubling as a USB hub that delivers true AV enjoyment.

The XG Station also features enhanced audio and video functions with incorporated Dolby Technology – which encompasses Dolby Headphone, Dolby Virtual speaker, Dolby Digital Live, and Dolby Pro LogicIIx.

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Benq has just announced the C36 music phone, a successor to its earlier C30. The phone is similar in design and style to the C30, but has several improvements over its predecessor. It weighs an almost unnoticeable 78g and has a unique top-key design with dedicated keys for FM radio, MP3 player, and the 1.3 megapixel camera onboard. If you think this isn’t any different from the other music phones out there, think again. The C36 has the ability to record FM radio and the 1.3mpx integrated camera can record videos in AVI format, a big difference from others if you ask me. The camera can also act as a webcam when connected to a PC. There is a 2.0 inch LCD display, too small to make use of the included ebook reader or the photo editor. The phone is equipped with dual speakers and supports microSD expansion for up to 2GB. The C36 also comes with a health management application for the health-conscious music lover. There aren’t too many options in the connectivity segment with just USB 1.1 support and WAP/GPRS.

The C36 will be available in Indonesia starting this month with a graduated release world over.

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ASUS has announced the release of its latest power packed M51Se multimedia notebook in Korea. It is similar to the Penryn based notebook M51Sr. The newest model M51Se is equipped with a high-end configuration and is perfect for 3D games. ASUS M52Se features a 15.4-inch LCD WXGA screen, numeric keyboard, up to 4GB of DDR2 memory, latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors and DirectX 10 support.

If you pick ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470 with 256MB VRAM memory management technology, then be prepared for wonderful graphics. The M51Se comes with a built-in Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN to allow the users access wireless Internet on the go.

Okay! It supports Bluetooth 2.0 EDR and has a built-in swivel webcam. Need more? Yes, there are three USB ports and express card slots along with DVD-Super Multi. It’s a complete package and the price is somewhere between 1,200,000(KRW) and 1,300,000(KRW).

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Close on the heels of the new Nokia N95 8GB model, Nokia announced the new Nokia N81 and N81 8GB models. The N81 features dedicated keys for gaming and music and offers a 3.5 mm headphone connector. Compatible with 3G networks, the phone also offers wireless LAN connectivity. Nokia is touting a new 3D multimedia menu on the N81, but I’ll believe it when I see it.

The Nokia N81 lets you access the Nokia Music Store and N-Gage games services, allowing you to search, buy and manage your music and games. Expect the Nokia N81 to be priced at €360, and the 8GB model at €430. Both mobile phones will hit the markets in Q4 2007.

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Finally, the big bad version of the Nokia N95 tumbled out of Nokia’s stables. The Nokia N95 8GB - that all-in-one multimedia powerhouse - is now available with more storage than ever, featuring the same 5 megapixel Carl Zeiss optics, integrated A-GPS, WLAN and HSDPA support. This Nokia N95 also features a new luminous 2.8″ QVGA display, making it convenient to watch videos or when using the navigation functionality of the device.

With 8 GB on-board, you can store 20 hours of video or as many as 6000 songs. This baby is not out yet, with Nokia announcing a shipping date of some time in Q4 of 2007. It will carry a price tag of €560 (excluding taxes/subsidies).

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