Nokia launches C7 smartphone on WIND Mobile

Nokia today announced the launch of the premium-designed Nokia C7smartphone, optimized for social networking on-the-go, to the Canadian market through WIND Mobile. 

“The Nokia C7 is a beautiful smartphone allowing consumers to access updates from their family and friends on Facebook and Twitter in just one touch,” said Richard White, General Manager, Nokia Canada. “Couple that with great apps and maps, and you have everything you need for a busy life on-the go.”

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Motorola Atrix comes to Bell on March 17th for $170

Motorola Mobility's highly anticipated Atrix Android super-smartphone comes to Bell on March 17 for $599 (no term) or $170 on a new three-year contract. The Atrix ushers in a new mode of smartphone that can turn into a netbook or a desktop or home theatre device when used with accessory docks. Hit jump for Motorola's full release. The Atrix, netbook dock and desktop dock are available as a bundle for $1,200.

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Apple releases iPad 2, comes to Canada March 25th

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Apple's CEO Steve Jobs was present at the Spring event today and just revealed the iPad 2 which will begin shipping in the US on March 11 and which will make it to Canada on March 25th. The new iPad is powered by a new Apple A5 dual core processor running at 1 GHz, is 33% thinner than the previous model, offers dual cameras (5 megapixel rear, and a front facing camera for FaceTime). The new iPad will have the same price point (starting at $499) and storage capacity (16,32 and 64GB) as the current iPad and will also feature the same screen size and resolution.

Aside from the iconic black iPad, there will also be a white model available on ship date. Apple also announced Garageband, iMovie and FaceTime redesigned particularly for the new iPad. iOS 4.3 was also announced and will be a free download on March 11. No pre-order options are available on the Apple Online store.

In terms of accessories, Apple also revealed some Smart Covers, which are iPad 2 cases that incorporate magnets and allow power management features (turn device off and on by opening and closing) while keeping the screen free of dust. An HDMI-out port will allow the iPad 2 to output video or photos to HDTVs. Hit jump for Apple's full presser.

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The Apple Beat: iPad 2 launch week, what's up with Jonny Ive?

Updated on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 2:55PM by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

White iPad concept design from - http://www.ienlive.com/This is going to be a big week for Apple, the refreshed new MacBook Pros will be shipping and the big iPad 2 announcement is expected this Wednesday. There is already a substantial buzz around the company for its products and not surprisingly some intriguing talk about one of its key personalities.

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