Samsung officially outs Blue Arctic Galaxy S 4 in Japan

by Jared Peters on May 15th 2013, 11:33am
tagged Arctic Blue, docomo, galaxy s 4, Samsung

Some rumors earlier this week pointed to Japanese carrier Docomo getting a blue variant of Samsung’s Galaxy S4. Samsung released several different colors of its Galaxy S III, so it’s not much of a surprise to see new colors already popping up, especially as carrier exclusives. Today, the blue version of the device, dubbed Arctic Blue, was made official, and Android Beat did an excellent hands on video comparing the black and blue variants of the device. I used to think the black S4 looked a bit blue in the right light, but putting it side by side with an actual blue phone definitely changed my mind.

No word on if the color will make its way to other shores, or if there’s any other colors in the works, but knowing Samsung, we’ll probably see it elsewhere with a few new colors before long. Hit the source below to check out the hands on video. Anyone want an Arctic Blue S4, or would you rather hold out for another color?

source: Android Beat

Panasonic announces the Eluga smartphone for Europe, P-04D and 102P for Japan

by Robert Nazarian on Feb 20th 2012, 2:41pm
tagged docomo, Eluga, P-04D, p-05D, Panasonic, softbank

A few months ago Panasonic made it clear they wanted to sell smartphones outside of Japan, and shortly after, a water/dust proof device was revealed for this spring. Panasonic just made it official with the unveiling of the Eluga (pictured above) for Europe.

Panasonic also just announced the P-04D for NTT DoCoMo and 102P for Softbank which are both the same device as the Eluga, but is also the same device as the P-05D Disney Phone for NTT DoCoMo we showed you a couple of weeks ago. The only difference (other than colors) we know of is the Eluga gets NFC while the Japanese models get the Felica chip. All models should be available in March.

The big news is they’re going to be only 7.8mm thick and weigh 103 grams. To achieve this, Panasonic is putting in a 1150mAh battery, which is pretty small based on today’s standards.

Hit the break for a pic of the P-04D and full specs

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Deal Alert: Docomo Offering Free Extended Battery and Special Edition Battery Door Cover For The Galaxy Nexus

by Joe Sirianni on Feb 16th 2012, 1:55pm
tagged battery cover, charger, docomo, extended battery, galaxy nexus, Samsung

If you can meet just two simple conditions you can land yourself a free special edition Google battery cover along with a pocket charger for your Galaxy Nexus. The offer stands for the first 20,000 applicants and the conditions are you have to be a resident in Japan and you have to own one of the Japanese Docomo SC-04D models of the Galaxy Nexus. Based on the pics in the flier, it looks like a “miharu takizakura” tree is etched or printed on the battery cover, but it still looks pretty cool. This seems to be an effort on Docomo’s part to generate more Galaxy Nexus sales, so be sure to ask for the free accessories if you’re in the market for a G-Nex. Hit the source link for information on the offer.

All that being said, if you’re a US resident and want to get in on some battery door etching, check out our post where we mentioned the IndieGoGo start up project and scored our logo on the battery cover. Show your support by ordering one today.

source: Docomo G-Nex Page
via: Android Community

Disney On DoCoMo Brand Officially Launched, Debuts Two Solid Smartphones

by Roy Alugbue on Feb 1st 2012, 10:17am
tagged Android, disney, disney mobile on docomo, docomo, dual-core, f-08D, Japan, NTT DoCoMo, OMAP 4430, p-05D

In case you’ve forgotten, Disney launched Android smartphones in Japan last year. Apparently Disney’s venture is a resounding success because they are set to collaborate with mobile carrier NTT DoCoMo and form the Disney Mobile on DoCoMo brand. Disney will start off with two new Android-powered handsets launching over the next couple of months and features exclusive content from Disney such as full-length animations and games. The first device is the F-08D which is a “luxury smartphone” featuring a 4.3-inch HD LCD display, dual cameras and a snappy 1.2Ghz dual-core TI OMAP 4430 CPU. The F-08D will be available in pink or white next month with preorders opening up February 17th. The next device is the P-05D, which features a slim 7.8mm thick frame, rear camera and 4.3-inch OLED screen all powered by a dual-core 1Ghz processor that will launch sometime in March. Hit the break for the full presser. » Read the rest

Japan will receive 3G compatibility on new Sony tablets

by Stacy Bruce on Sep 12th 2011, 3:15pm
tagged 3G, Android Tablets, docomo, NTT DoCoMo, PlaystationTablet, sony tablet p, sony tablet s

Serving over 58 million customers in Japan, NTT DOCOMO is a “world-leading” provider of advanced wireless networks. Starting this fall they will offer 3G connectivity to customers in Japan who purchase one of the new Sony tablets. Both tablet “S” and tablet “P” are Wi-Fi and 3G capable allowing users to easily access a wireless network almost everywhere they go. With the ability for each device to play PlayStation certified games and stream video from Sonys’ Video Unlimited, DOCOMO wants to keep you readers in Japan even more occupied now that a 3G signal will be available.

Both tablets will be available this October or November through DOCOMO shops, DOCOMO’s online shop, and Sony Stores. Pre-orders will start by the middle of October at docomo shops.

Full press release after the break:

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Fujitsu waterproof Arrows Tab F-01D LTE tablet can go to the beach without fear

by Robert Nazarian on Aug 30th 2011, 1:04pm
tagged Arrows Tab, Arrows Tab F-01D, docomo, Fujitsu, Japan, NIT DoCoMo, waterproof tablet, waterrpoof

When it rains are you afraid to take your tablet out? How about when you are at the beach? Fujitsu will take care of your fears with its new Arrows Tab F-01D tablet. It packs a 10.1-inch (1280 x 768) display, a TI IMAP4430 1GHz dual-core processor, a pair of CMOS cameras, 16GB storage, micro-USB, microSD card slot, and Android 3.2 Honeycomb. Most of all, it is in a waterproof housing.

It hasn’t officially been announced , but it expected to launch in Japan on NIT DoCoMo in September. It is rumored to have UMTS, HSPA, and LTE connectivity, along with GSM and GPRS for roaming abroad.

We have no idea on pricing but we will keep you posted. Hopefully there will be enough money leftover to book a trip to the Bahamas.

[via engadget]

NEC MEDIAS WP N-06C launching with NTT DoCoMo – thin is in.

by Jesse Bauer on May 16th 2011, 3:48pm
tagged Android, android 2.3, android2.3, announce, announcement, cellphone, docomo, Japan, kate moss, launch, MEDIAS, mobile phone, MobilePhone, MSM8255, N-06C, nec, NEC N-06C, NecN-06c, ntt, NTT DoCoMo, NttDocomo, Phone, Qualcomm MSM8255, QualcommMsm8255, razor thin, RazorThin, slim, smartphone, super slim, SuperSlim, thin

NTT DoCoMo has announced a new Android 2.3 device which is actually thinner than the Samsung Galaxy S II AND is waterproof! Now you have no excuse to get a new phone when you drop yours in the sink full of suds. The NEC MEDIAS WP N-06C (whew, that is a crazy name) is running Gingerbread, has a 4 inch TFT LCD touchscreen with 854×480 resolution, 1 GHz Qualcomm processor, 512MB RAM, 5 megapixel camera and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.

Along with the specs seen below, you’ll notice that the device comes in three odd color options (from left to right above) “Amadana Brown”, “Premium rose”, and “Champagne Gold”. Or as we would call, ugly brown, pink and silver. The thickness changes once you’re up over the camera from 7.9mm to about 9.7mm, where the Samsung Galaxy S II is at 8.49mm. Regardless, that device is thin enough to make Kate Moss jealous.

Click here for full Press Release

Sharp jumps on board with the Aquos SH-12C 3D, Android 2.3

by Adam Johnson on May 13th 2011, 2:31pm
tagged 3D, Android, docomo, Gingerbread, HTC, JG, Sharp Aquos

In line with a couple other recently developed Android powered 3D smartphones, such as the LG Optimus 3D and the HTC Evo 3D, comes the Sharp Aquos SH-12C. This new Gingerbread device comes packed with, 1.4GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 processor, 512MB of RAM, 2GB ROM, 4.2 inch qHD (540 x 960) display, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS, and dual 8 megapixel rear facing cameras and 3.2 front facing camera.

This phone will be available in black or white, and is slated to drop on Japan’s NTT DoCoMo Inc, May 20. Hopefully not far down the road we’ll see a version of this device hit the US.

[via bgr]

NEC MEDIAS N-04C is 7.7mm think – runs Android 2.2

by Jesse Bauer on Feb 21st 2011, 11:34am
tagged 1seg, Android, android 2.2, Android2.2, docomo, felica, froyo, Japan, japanese, leak, n-04c, nec, nec n-04c, NecN-04c, NFC, slim, thin, tuner, tv tuner, TvTuner

They don’t get any thinner than this folks. This new NEC smartphone called the NEC MEDIAS N-04C, the successor to last years N-04B flip phone, is only 7.7mm think! It’ll have Android 2.2 and NFC capabilities as well, making this a fairly full-featured smartphone indeed.

This device looks to be launching this Thursday on Feb 24th with Avalanche of NTT DoCoMo, with which we don’t have pricing at the moment. So if you love tight acid wash jeans, maybe this is the device for you.

[via Engadget]

NTT DoCoMo getting the Samsung Galaxy S on October 28th

by Tyler Cunningham on Oct 22nd 2010, 12:16pm
tagged docomo, e-book, galaxy tab, Japan, samsung galaxy s, Samsung SC-02B, super amoled

Earlier this month, we reported that Japanese carrier DoCoMo would begin selling the Samsung Galaxy S around the end of October. Well the end of October is upon us, and as expected, DoCoMo has announced that they will be selling their version of the Galaxy S, codename SC-02B, beginning on October 28th.

The phone’s specs are nearly identical to the original Galaxy S model, and includes a 4-inch Super AMOLED screen, 5MP camera with support for 720p video recording, HSPA and Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 3.0, and expandable storage via microSD slot.

The device will also feature support for DoCoMo’s forthcoming e-book service, which will also be available on the DoCoMo Galaxy Tab which is expected to land sometime next month.

Prices for the DoCoMo Galaxy S have not been revealed, but many are predicting the phone will be offered for free with a new 2-year contract. Stay tuned.

[via IntoMobile]