World's First 1080p Full HD Android Smartphone Unveiled In Japan - HTC J Butterfly With Quad-Core

(GSM Insider) - Its amazing! Taiwanese manufacturer HTC and au KDDI unveil another new smartphone with Full HD display in Japan, which is known as the HTC J Butterfly. This is the world's first 1080p Full HD Android smartphone. It has a 5 inches display, so it is a smartphone and also a phablet as well.

HTC J Butterfly

HTC J Butterfly

HTC J Butterfly

Here are the key specifications of HTC J Butterfly:

Display: 5 inches Super LCD 3
Display resolution: 1920 x 1080p FULL HD, 440 ppi
Processor: 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 PRO APQ8064 quad-core
RAM: 2GB
ROM: 16GB, supports microSD expansion up to 32GB
Operating system: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Main camera: 8 mega-pixels CMOS
Front camera: 2.1 mega-pixels CMOS
Network: CDMA / GSM / UMTS / LTE
Connectivity: Bluetooth, WiFi
Extras: IPX5 Waterproof / Dust-proof
Battery capacity: 2020mAh
Dimension: 71 x 143 x 9.1 mm
Weight: 140g

HTC J Butterfly is the much rumoured 5 inches display HTC smartphone that leaked before. Today, HTC and au KDDI unveil this HTC J Butterfly in Japan. HTC J Butterfly runs on latest Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system. The HTC Sense is the version 4+. It has a 5 inches Super LCD 3 FHD display and the resolution is 1080p which provides up to 440ppi. 

From the specs, HTC J Butterfly powered by 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 PRO APQ8064 quad-core processor. The RAM memory is 2GB while it has 16GB of ROM storage. 2GB of RAM memory is perfect for multitasking. If you are an active person who likes water sport, then HTC J Butterfly is suit you. It supports IPX5 standard waterproof and dustproof. In other words, it able to handle water splash (but never soak it insider water).

The camera is certainly one of the attractions of HTC J Butterfly. It has a 8-megapixel shooter while the front camera is 2.1 megapixels. The level of front camera is getting higher. Try to imagine a few years back when our digital camera only has a 2 mega-pixel shooter. It supports 1080p video recording. The battery capacity is 2020mAh. 

au KDDI set to release this device on December this year. HTC J Butterfly might coming to your country soon because it supports different worldwide networks include CDMA / GSM / UMTS and LTE. Lets hope HTC brings this world's first 1080p Full HD Android smartphone to you very soon.  [HTC Japan]

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NTT Docomo Galaxy S III Alpha SC-03E Handset Hands On

(GSM Insider) - A few days ago, NTT Docomo unveiled two new devices - Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SC-02E and Samsung Galaxy S3 Alpha SC-03E. Both are different from the global version as it supports the Xi LTE network in Japan.

Here are the key specifications of Samsung Galaxy S3 Alpha SC-03E:

Display: 4.8 inches Super AMOLED
Displa resolution: 1280 x 720 HD
Operating system: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Processor: 1.6GHz Exynos 4412 quad-core
RAM: 2GB
Main camera: 8 Mega-pixel 
Front camera: 1.9 Mega-pixel
Connectivity: NFC, WiFi, 1Seg TV support, Bluetooth, Xi LTE
Battery capacity: 2100mAh

Some people have chances to get their hands on the Samsung Galaxy S3 Alpha SC-03E while it is on the exhibition in Japan. You can clearly see the NTT Docomo logo replaced the original Samsung logo. But the overall design of Samsung Galaxy S3 Alpha SC-03E still remains the same like the Galaxy S3 I9300. There are added features like Xi LTE enabled, 1Seg TV support and it preloaded with 4.1 Jelly Bean. 

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NTT Docomo Unveils First IGZO Display Smartphone - Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E

(GSM Insider) - Yesterday, we reported that NTT Docomo announced Samsung Galaxy Note 2 and Samsung Galaxy S3 Alpha. Today, they unveils another smartphone - Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E. It is the first smartphone to use IGZO display technology. 

 Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E

Here are the key specifications of Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E:

Display: 4.9 inches HD 1280 x 720 display
Processor: 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad-Core
GPU: Adreno 320
Operating system: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Camera: 16 mega-pixel

This is a very powerful and high end smartphone from Sharp. From the processor and the camera, it is very good for those who love performance and camera shooting at once. Furthermore, the display size is very near to the phablet size.  Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E also comes with NFC and supports 4G LTE network of NTT Docomo.  

IGZO display has a very efficient technology that developed by Sharp as it consume only 20% as much as the traditional a-Si display. This could help the device to prolong the standby time. 

There are not much information on the price and availability of Sharp Aquos Phone Zeta SH-02E yet. We shall update you soon. 

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Japanese Softbank Unveils Android Disney Mobile DM014SH

(GSM Insider) - You love Disney? You love Mickey Mouse? You love Minnie Mouse? And you at Japan now? OK. Go ahead to Softbank and grab the phone now. Today, Japanese mobile operator Softbank announced the Disney themed smartphone which is known as the Disney Mobile DM014SH.

Disney Mobile DM014SH:

Here are the key specifications for Disney Mobile DM014SH:

Display: 4.5 inches HD 
Operating system: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Processor: 1.5 GHz Snapdragon S3 MSM8960 dual-core processor
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 8GB
Main camera: 13 mega-pixel CMOS
Front camera: VGA CMOS
Connectivity: WiFi, GPS, Bluetooth, Softbank 4G LTE network
Extras: Mobile TV, waterproof, dustproof 

Disney Mobile DM014SH is a waterproof and dust-proof smartphone. The camera comes with a 13MP shooter which is more than enough for daily usage. Disney Mobile DM014SH available in two version - Mickey and Minnie version. the Disney Mobile DM014SH Minnie version comes with pink colour and Disney Mobile DM014SH Mickey version comes with white colour. This is very suitable for couple usage too. If you are interested, head to Softbank now.  [DisneyMobile.jp]

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NTT Docomo Launched LG Optimus G L-01E For Japanese Market

(GSM Insider) - While everyone busy talking about the LG Nexus e960, dont forget about the LG Optimus G. It is a very powerful smartphone with nice design. And now, Japanese mobile operator NTT Docomo announced the LG Optimus G for Japanese market.

NTT Docomo's LG Optimus G L-01E

LG Optimus G also known as L-01E in Japanese. The NTT Docomo Optimus G L-01E is similar with the global version. The display is a 4.7 inches True HD IPS LCD display. The NTT Docomo Optimus G L-01E powered by 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 PRO APQ8064 quad-core processor. It currently running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and the Jelly Bean update should arrive very soon. The camera very powerful as well with the 13 mega-pixel shooter. 

• Samsung Galaxy Note 2 vs LG Optimus G
• LG Optimus G vs Samsung Galaxy S3
• LG Optimus G vs HTC One X

NTT Docomo Optimus G L-01E available for pre-order at today and the stock to arrive a week later on 19 October. 

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Japanese Carrier Softbank In Talks With Sprint Over Acquisitions

(GSM Insider) While there are rumours stating that Japanese mobile operator Softbank interested to takeover Sprint, Sprint has make official announcement that the talks between both parties are going on. There are no confirmation on when the deal going to conclude.

Here is the official press release from Sprint:

“Sprint Confirms Discussions with Softbank on a Possible Transaction

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (BUSINESS WIRE), October 11, 2012 – Sprint (NYSE: S) today confirmed that it is currently engaged in discussions with Softbank regarding a potential substantial investment by Softbank in Sprint. Although there can be no assurances that these discussions will result in any transaction or on what terms any transaction may occur, such a transaction could involve a change of control of Sprint. Sprint does not intend to comment further unless and until an agreement is reached.” – Sprint

We dont know what's going to happen with the Sprint if Softbank successfully acquired it. Sprint is currently the third largest mobile operator in the United States after AT&T and Verizon. This is not just a small investment but Softbank wants to fully acquire Sprint and in total control of it. Will it brings new challenges to other carriers in the United States?  Maybe.  [Sprint USA]

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NTT Docomo Unveils Samsung Galaxy Note II And Samsung Galaxy S III Alpha For Japanese Market

(GSM Insider) - Today, Japanese carrier NTT Docomo unveils two new devices for Japanese market. The first one is the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SC-02E Phablet and the second one is the Samsung Galaxy S3 SC-03E smartphone. Both devices are different from the global version as they are compatible with the Xi LTE network of NTT Docomo. 

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SC-02E

Here are the key specifications of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SC-02E:

Display: 5.5 inches Super AMOLED
Displa resolution: 1280 x 720 HD
Operating system: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Processor: 1.6GHz Exynos 4412 quad-core
RAM: 2GB
Main camera: 8 Mega-pixel 
Front camera: 1.9 Mega-pixel
Connectivity: NFC, WiFi, 1Seg TV support, Bluetooth, Xi LTE
Battery capacity: 3100mAh

Samsung Galaxy S3 SC-03E

Here are the key specifications of Samsung Galaxy S3 SC-03E:

Display: 4.8 inches Super AMOLED
Displa resolution: 1280 x 720 HD
Operating system: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Processor: 1.6GHz Exynos 4412 quad-core
RAM: 2GB
Main camera: 8 Mega-pixel 
Front camera: 1.9 Mega-pixel
Connectivity: NFC, WiFi, 1Seg TV support, Bluetooth, Xi LTE
Battery capacity: 2100mAh

Both devices come with Jelly Bean, 1.6GHz Exynos quad-core, HD display, 2GB of RAM, 8MP rear camera, 1.9MP front camera, NFC supports, 1Seg TV supports and Xi LTE enabled. Both are set to on sales at NTT Docomo in coming December. Japanese, marked your calender now.  [NTT Docomo]

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Sharp And Softbank Unveils AQUOS PHONE Xx 203SH, Comes With Quad-Core and 16MP Camera

(GSM Insider) - Today, Japanese carrier Softbank unveils its new products for this year and beginning of 2013. Sharp AQUOS PHONE Xx 203SH is one of the smartphone that coming to Softbank. It is a very powerful smartphone from Sharp. 

Sharp AQUOS PHONE Xx 203SH

Here are the key specifications of Sharp AQUOS PHONE Xx 203SH:

Display: 4.9 inches ASV display made by Sharp
Display resolution: 1280 x 720
Processor: 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 PRO APQ8064 quad-core
Operating system: Android 4.0 or 4.1
ROM: 2GB
RAM: 32GB, supports microSD expansion
Rear Camera:16 mega-pixel CMOS lens
Front camera: 1.2 mega-pixel
Battery capacity: 2200mAh
Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, InfraRED, NFC
Sound software: Dolby certified

Sharp AQUOS PHONE Xx 203SH comes with black, white red and blue four colours. It also supports IP5X dustproof and IPX5/IPX7 waterproof. This smartphone is very good for those active in water activities. This device set to arrive at Softbank on beginning of next year.  [Softbank Japan]

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Sony Unveils Xperia V For Japan - Sony Xperia AX

(GSM Insider) - Another smartphone arrives at Japan, the home of Sony - Sony Xperia AX. This is the Sony Xperia V variant that exclusively available for Japanese market.

Sony Xperia AX

Its time for happiness for Japanese as they are able to get their hands on the Sony Xperia V ahead of others. Sony Xperia V arrives in Japan as the Sony Xperia AX which is similar with the Sony Xperia T arrived at Japan as the Sony Xperia GX. 

The specs of Sony Xperia AX are much similar like the Sony Xperia V global version. It comes with 1.5GHz Snapdragon dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM memory, 13 mega-pixels shooter, and a 4.3 inches display with 720p resolution. It supports water and dust resistance as well. It is a 4G LTE enabled smartphone as well. It runs on the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and update should arrive soon.

At the moment, there are no more information on Sony Xperia AX yet. We will report to you soon.  [Source]

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191 Units of iPhone 5 Stolen In Japan Hours Before Launch

(GSM Insider) - The iPhone 5 frenzy is going too mad at the moment. Besides thousands of people queue-ing outside the Apple stores around the world to get their hands on the latest iPhone, there are people who cant wait for it and chose to steal it.

This is what happened in Japan as 33 iPhone 5 were stolen from a KDDI store, 116 iPhone 5  were stolen  from Softbank outlet and another 42 iPhone 5 were stolen from a local store. The estimated lost is about $100,000. 

Since all stores are nearby, it is believes that this crime was committed by same group of robbers.  [Source]

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Sony Xperia Tablet S On Sale In Japan At September 15, Price At 39800 YEN

(GSM Insider) - At the IFA 2012 in Berlin, Sony Mobile announced their first ever Xperia brand tablet -- Sony Xperia Tablet S. And now, this quad-core tablet will on sale in Japan starts from September 15th. 

According to Sony Mobile, the Sony Xperia Tablet S will available at September 15th in Japan. There are three versions of Sony Xperia Tablet S. Sony Xperia Tablet S 16GB price at 39800 YEN. Sony Xperia Tablet S 32GB price at 47800 YEN and Sony Xperia Tablet S 64GB price at 55800 YEN. 

The Sony Xperia Tablet S looks similar like the original Sony Tablet S design. The thickness of Sony Xperia Tablet S is 8.8mm slim. The display is 9.4 inch display with 1280 x 800 resolution. It runs on 1.4GHz Tegra 3 quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM. The rear camera is 8MP while the front camera is 1.3MP. To make this tablet special, it is a IPX4 standard water resistant tablet. Off course, the operating system is Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

Anyone from Japan getting this? [Source]

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Samsung Wins Over Apple In Japan Lawsuit

(GSM Insider) - A court in Japan ruled that Samsung did not infringe the patents of Apple. It has been a week since Apple won the lawsuit in the United States where Samsung needs to pay $1 billion damages to Apple. From this point of view, Samsung can continue to sell their products in Japanese market. The rules of Japan and United States certainly are different from all the aspect. This is another good news for those who cares about Samsung lawsuit recently.  [Source]

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NTT DoCoMo Announces 5 LTE-Compatible Devices From Sharp, Huawei, LG, NEC and Samsung

(GSM Insider) - Another great day for NTT DoCoMo subscribers in Japan! NTT DoCoMo just added 5 new LTE-compatible devices and coming soon to you in the coming months. 


Key features of the new lineup include the following:

• All models are capable of a maximum downlink speed of 75 Mbps and run on Android™ 4.0.
• Three of the five models are compatible with the NOTTV V-high multimedia broadcasting service, including the first NOTTV-compatible GALAXY tablet.
• One smartphone with an enhanced quad core CPU and four models, including both tablets, with dual core CPUs.
• One model designed collaboratively with fashion leader Vivienne Westwood.
• Tablets with 7-inch-class screens for dynamic enjoyment of video and Internet content.
• Some models are equipped for water resistance, Osaifu-Keitai™ mobile wallet and/or infrared communication, and all models are equipped for One-Seg terrestrial digital broadcasting and tethering.

The new models and their planned launches are as follows:

docomo with series (2 smartphones)

Sharp AQUOS PHONE™ si SH-01E		October	Full-feature compact smartphone with thin-framed 4.1-inch display to maximize screen, 12.1-megapixel camera and advanced “ProPix” processor for brilliant, high-definition images.
	SH-01E Vivienne Westwood	November or December	Limited-production (30,000 units) luxury smartphone designed collaboratively with fashion leader Vivienne Westwood. Comes with exclusive content preinstalled.
Huawei Ascend HW-01E		October or November	Quick-action operation, including lightning-fast 5-second startup1. Comes with 13.1-megapixel camera and NOTTV compatibility.

docomo NEXT series (1 smartphone)

LG Optimus G L-01E

October or November

High-spec smartphone with powerful quad-core CPU, 2GB RAM and 2,210mAh high-capacity battery for quick, smooth operation. Compatible with NOTTV.

docomo Tablet (2 models)

NEC MEDIAS™ TAB UL N-08D		September or October	World’s lightest tablet2 with 7-inch display weighs 249g and has 7.9mm-thin body. Comes with 1.5GHz dual core CPU and HD haptics vibration technology for extra-tactile touch screen.
Samsung GALAXY Tab 7.7 Plus SC-01E		October or November	World’s largest organic EL display3 at 7.7 inches. Features a 7.9mm-thin body and 5,100mAh large-capacity battery. The first GALAXY model compatible with NOTTV and the first GALAXY tablet compatible with One-Seg.

1. As of July 31, 2012, according to Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
2. As of August 13, 2012, according to NEC CASIO Mobile Communications, Ltd.
3. As of August 28, 2012, according to Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Seems like another flood of devices coming soon to Japan.

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Source From Japan Says New iPod Nano Comes With WiFi, iPad Mini Is The Official Name

(GSM Insider) - Seems like there are no slowing down steps from Apple under the leadership of CEO Tim Cook. Perhaps the late Steve Jobs is the one who laid down the strong foundation for Apple to continue to shine. Anywhere, there are more iDevices coming soon from Apple and Tim Cook going to reveal them.

From the source of Japan, it suggested that the next generation of iPod Nano to come with the WiFi connectivity. Apple interested to add extra features to the new iPod Nano so that it will able to continue dominance.

Next iPod nano may equip Wi-Fi antenna on side of that case, and support iTunes Music Cloud in order Apple to provide a iconic product to promote the largest Music Store in the world. - Japanese source. 

With the case of iPad Mini leaked days ago. More information surfaced on this smaller version of iPad tablet. Although there are no information on the official name of smaller iPad. But source from Japan stated that it will call as the iPad Mini.

According to source, the name of Apple’s new product, which are expected to have 7’85’ and called as "iPad mini". 

This source expects that “iPad” logo will be printed on back of case same as “iPod” is printed on iPod nano and iPod touch, and it means one new product will be added on iPad’s product brand genre. 

With the new iPod Nano coming soon. There are two devices coming soon as well. iPad Mini coming on October while iPhone 5 coming on 12th September.  [Source]

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Mysterious Samsung OMNIA And Galaxy Nexus 2 Spotted In Japanese Leaked Document

(GSM Insider) - Recently, there are leaked documents suggest Fujitsu Toshiba working on Fujitsu Toshiba F-01E Windows 8 device and T-01E Windows Phone device. Sharp working on Windows RT tablet - Sharp SH-01E NetWalkerPhone tablet. And now, Korean manufacturer Samsung interested in Windows Phone as well.

From the leaked document, we can clearly see two mysterious devices - Samsung OMNIA with the code number of SC-04E and Samsung Galaxy Nexus 2 with the code number of SC-02E. Samsung OMNIA should be running on Windows Phone just like the Samsung OMNIA M. However, there are nothing much about the Samsung Galaxy Nexus 2 as it stated that the Nexus 2 should come with NFC technology.

As the IFA event at the Berlin is approaching, we can expect some new device coming soon from Samsung. How about the Samsung Galaxy Nexus 2 and the Samsung OMNIA that running on Windows Phone 8. [Source]

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Leaked Document From Japan Suggests Fujitsu Toshiba Set To Release Windows 8 Hybrid Device And WP8 Device

(GSM Insider) - As Nokia going to announce new Windows Phone 8 devices in the coming weeks. We can knew that Microsoft's Windows Phone become more and more popular. And now, leaked document suggests Fujitsu Toshiba set to announce one Windows Phone 8 powered smartphone and one Windows 8 hybrid device that include smartphone and tablet in one.

According to the document, one mysterious Fujitsu Toshiba F-01E device powered by Windows 8 surface. The Fujitsu Toshiba F-01E running on Intel Atom quad-core processor and supports Windows 8 PC Mode. From these features, we can predict that the Fujitsu Toshiba F-01E would be similar with the Asus Padfone that powered by Android. As you just plug in the Fujitsu Toshiba F-01E smartphone to the tablet then it will become a tablet instead of smartphone.

Moreover, another device spotted at the leaked document as well - Fujitsu Toshiba T-01E. This is a smartphone the powered by Windows Phone with dual-core processor. However, this is not a simple smartphone as it has IPX8 waterproof certificate. This could be replacement for the Fujitsu IS12T. 

With so much Windows Phone 8 and Windows 8 devices coming soon. It is another good news for Microsoft. However, the leaked Japanese document suggests that those devices might only coming soon to Japan.  [Source]

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