Motorola (phones/motorola/index.html) today announced the arrival of MOTO VE66 with CrystalTalk audio, a 5MP camera and MP3 player-like navigation. The VE66 slider device also boasts the first widgets integration on a Motorola mobile device.“The MOTO VE66 (phones/motorola/motorola-ve66.html) delivers on consumer’s demand for more personalized listening and imaging experiences on a mobile phone,” said Tracey Koziol, corporate vice president, Mobile Devices, Motorola. “With a diverse multi-media experience, the VE66 truly enables you to make a statement and express yourself on your terms.” The Motorola VE66 is expected to be available in Q4 2008. No word on pricing.

Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today announced the latest addition to its Eseries range, the Nokia E63 (phones/nokia/nokia-e63.html) . Nokia E63 brings the QWERTY keyboard form factor to a broader audience at a good price. The Nokia E63 is expected to begin shipping in the coming weeks for an estimated retail price of EUR 199, before taxes and subsidies. The Nokia E63 will be available in ruby red or ultramarine blue with a range of multimedia features. Record and view images and videos with the digital camera and bright landscape display, listen to music downloaded from the Nokia Music Store, or a number of other sources, via the standard 3,5 mm audio jack or customize the device through the thousands of applications available for download.

W705 (phones/sonyericsson/sony-ericsson-w705.html) Walkman phone was unveiled today in conjunction with the MTV Europe Music Awards where Sony Ericsson (phones/sonyericsson/index.html) is one of the main sponsors. Using Wi-Fi to connect to broadband hot spots, consumers can use their W705 to go online for the best songs or most popular YouTube video clips. With Clear Bass, Clear Stereo and premium headphones, the W705 delivers a sound that has clear clarity and is dynamic, rich and natural.The W705 and W705u (exclusive to Orange) support GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 and UMTS/HSPA 900/2100. W705 will be available in selected markets from Q1 2009 in the colours Luxury Silver and Passionate Red. W705u (exclusive to Orange) will be available from Q1 2009 in the colour.

Nokia (phones/nokia/index.html) today introduced a range of affordable mobile devices and new services specifically for people in emerging markets. In addition to Nokia's lowest cost handset to date, as well as its first handset for emerging markets with an integrated digital music player, Nokia unveiled a range of services that leverage the power of the Internet. Estimated retail prices of the new devices range from 25 to 90 EUR, with several models expected to begin shipping in 2008. Nokia's suite of Internet services for emerging markets will be available beginning in 2009. In 2002, Nokia unveiled a strategy to lower the cost of owning and operating a mobile phone and to bring the benefits of mobile telephony to people in emerging markets. Today, we are expanding that vision by introducing a number of devices and services that aim to bring the power of the Internet to these markets as well, says Robert Andersson, Executive Vice President, Devices, Nokia. The mobile device and the Internet are a powerful combination in connecting people with each other, accessing information, news, entertainment and sharing. By introducing products and services that are affordable, relevant and easy-to-use, we believe Nokia can fuel the growth of the Internet in emerging markets through mobility. The first services Nokia will offer in emerging markets will focus on email, agriculture and education, which based on consumer feedback, present the strongest demand in emerging markets.