From MSMobiles:

While ETEN Glofiish X800 is still not on sale (it was presented at various trade shows already), a successor to this phone - with slide-out QWERTY keyboard - is being released! Interestingly it has almost all the features that HTC Kaiser (aka HTC TyTN II) has: built-in GPS, HSDPA, WiF, Bluetooth, 3G video calling, ... but it also has something that neither HTC Kaiser nor any other HTC phone can offer: VGA (640x480) display in a pocket-size device:

Some specifications:
500 MHz Samsung processor
256 MB ROM
2 cameras
VGA display
Windows Mobile 6 Professional (i.e. Windows Mobile 6 for touch-screens)
HSDPA / UMTS
SiRFstar III GPS chip
1530 mAh battery
available since November 2007
expected price: 599 to 629 Euro
standard 2.5 mm stereo headset connector (instead of prioprietary one used in HTC phones)

Source: http://msmobiles.com/news.php/6768.html
More: PocketInfo.NL

Craig Venter, the controversial DNA researcher involved in the race to decipher the human genetic code, has built a synthetic chromosome out of laboratory chemicals and is poised to announce the creation of the first new artificial life form on Earth.

The DNA sequence is based on the bacterium Mycoplasma genitalium which the team pared down to the bare essentials needed to support life, removing a fifth of its genetic make-up. The wholly synthetically reconstructed chromosome, which the team have christened Mycoplasma laboratorium, has been watermarked with inks for easy recognition.

It is then transplanted into a living bacterial cell and in the final stage of the process it is expected to take control of the cell and in effect become a new life form. The team of scientists has already successfully transplanted the genome of one type of bacterium into the cell of another, effectively changing the cell’s species. Mr Venter said he was “100% confident” the same technique would work for the artificially created chromosome.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2007/oct/06/genetics.climatechange
Source: Engadget

An enhanced version of the successful HTC S710 handset that launched earlier this year, the HTC S730 adds 3G/HSDPA and a 400MHz processor.

The compact phone features an auto-sliding QWERTY keyboard making it an ideal choice for the mobile professional who needs easy access to email, messaging and the internet while out of the office. The HTC S730 comes equipped with Windows Mobile 6 and 256MB Flash memory wrapped in a sleek gun-metal grey casing.

Designed for the enterprise market, the HTC P6500 Incorporates a 3.5” screen, 3 mega pixel camera with auto focus and barcode and fingerprint scanning capabilities. The HTC P6500 is equipped with 256MB internal memory with the
option to add up to 1GB in addition to two external SD card slots and GPS make it “future-proofed”...their words not ours.

In addition to its new devices, HTC has developed a range of accessories that are compatible across all HTC devices. These include the BHM200 (Bluetooth headset), HS U110 (3.5 mm audio adapter and headset), and the HS S200 (HTC standard stereo wired headset).

Florian Seiche, Vice President of HTC Europe, commented: “We are extremely proud of HTC’s reputation as a leading innovator in the mobility space, providing high-quality products to exceed the needs of our diverse end-users.”

http://www.europe.htc.com

HTC the ubiquitous provider of Windows Mobile-based smart devices, today announced the European launch of the HTC Touch Dual, a new and more powerful member of the Touch family that integrates 3.5G wireless connectivity.

The HTC Touch Dual is the second device to feature HTC’s TouchFLO, the same gesture-recognition technology as that in the HTC Touch, but now with new functionality including the ability to view photo slideshows using on-screen controls and to zoom and rotate images with only one hand. TouchFLO also allows enhanced finger touch scrolling and browsing of web pages, documents, messages and contact lists.

The HTC Touch Dual will be available to customers across Europe later this month. The HTC Touch Dual will launch with either a 16 or 20-key keypad across Europe, depending on country and operator choice.

Key Features…

The HTC Shift ushers in a new era in mobile computing as one of the first mobile computers globally to offer Microsoft Windows Vista and push email. Combining Windows Vista with always-connected 3G/HSDPA connectivity. The HTC Shift is the first device to feature HTC’s innovative new SnapVUE technology. SnapVUE provides instant access to emails, calendar, SMS messages and contacts, without the need to fully boot up the device which helps conserve power and extend battery life up to two days.

Weighing just 800g and equipped with a 7” touch sensitive ‘slide-n-tilt’ screen, the HTC Shift is the new way to work effectively on the move.Extensive range of connectivity options - 3G/HSDPA, GSM/GPRS/ EDGE, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.0.

In addition to its new devices, HTC has developed a range of accessories that are compatible across all HTC devices for consumer’s ease of use. These include the BHM200 (Bluetooth headset), HS U110 (3.5 mm audio adapter and headset), and the HS S200 (HTC standard stereo wired headset) to enable effective communications on the move.

The HTC Shift will be available across Europe from November.

http://www.europe.htc.com/