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iPhone 3GS Review

"We have a very big announcement to make... Can I have your attention please? Yes, you! Ladies and Gentleman, boys and girls, fans and fanbois... Introducing the Apple iPhone 3GS – The third generation iPhone by legendar....

Published: 9/24/2009 11:37:35 AM

LG GR500f Xenon Review

Following in the path of several recent mobile phone offerings, LG's new GR500f also communally known as the LG Xenon combines the versatility of a touchscreen with the typing capabilities of a full 4 row QWERTY keyboard....

Published: 10/15/2009 2:21:45 PM

Nokia N97 review

What a year it has been for premier smartphone releases! Nokia’s flagship N97 is just another example of the devices we're seeing hit the market. Nokia’s new N97 is being heralded as a ‘mobil....

Published: 10/8/2009 5:03:36 PM

iPhone 3G 8GB review

What makes the iPhone standout from the crowd and makes it a very sought after phone is its multi-touch touchscreen, its ease of use, amazing multimedia capabilities, and the astounding number of apps available for downl....

Published: 9/21/2009 4:21:44 PM

Samsung I8000 Omnia II Preview

Every year, it seems that Samsung introduces a new phone that pushes the limits of mobile phone technology. It just so happens that this year's ground-breaking phone from Samsung is the I8000 Omnia II. Obviously designed....

Published: 10/8/2009 2:56:37 PM

Latest Touch News & Reviews

iPhone 3GS Review

"We have a very big announcement to make... Can I have your attention please? Yes, you! Ladies and Gentleman, boys and girls, fans and fanbois... Introducing the Apple iPhone 3GS – The third generation iPhone by legendar....

Published: 9/24/2009 11:37:35 AM

iPhone 3G 8GB review

What makes the iPhone standout from the crowd and makes it a very sought after phone is its multi-touch touchscreen, its ease of use, amazing multimedia capabilities, and the astounding number of apps available for downl....

Published: 9/21/2009 4:21:44 PM

iPhone 3G 16GB review

The iPhone 3G was introduced to our shores in August 2008, arriving in two versions; the 8GB which retails for ....

Published: 9/18/2009 12:29:34 PM

Samsung F480 review

Samsung found that their current range of mobile phones had problems competing with the ever-popular iPhone, so to battle the problem the Samsung F480 was introduced; Do Samsung have themself a winne....

Published: 9/18/2009 12:08:16 PM

Video Review - HTC Touch Diamond 2 Review

With HTC touch diamond 2 australian release soon you can see our HTC touch diamond 2 video review and see what all the fuss is about

Published: 9/16/2009 11:31:43 AM

Samsung i900 Omnia review

Samsung i900 Omnia review

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Posted: Sep 2009

Going on the fact sheet alone, the Omnia sounds like a dream come true: 3.2” 65K colour touchscreen with 240 x 400 resolutions, 5 megapixel autofocus camera equipped with smile detection, face tracking and dynamic range ....

Samsung F480 review

Samsung F480 review

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Posted: Sep 2009

Samsung found that their current range of mobile phones had problems competing with the ever-popular iPhone, so to battle the problem the Samsung F480 was introduced; Do Samsung have themself a winne....

iPhone 3G 16GB review

iPhone 3G 16GB review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The iPhone 3G was introduced to our shores in August 2008, arriving in two versions; the 8GB which retails for ....

iPhone 3G 8GB review

iPhone 3G 8GB review

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Posted: Sep 2009

What makes the iPhone standout from the crowd and makes it a very sought after phone is its multi-touch touchscreen, its ease of use, amazing multimedia capabilities, and the astounding number of apps available for downl....

iPhone 3GS Review

iPhone 3GS Review

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Posted: Sep 2009

"We have a very big announcement to make... Can I have your attention please? Yes, you! Ladies and Gentleman, boys and girls, fans and fanbois... Introducing the Apple iPhone 3GS – The third generation iPhone by legendar....

Dream review

Dream review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The HTC Dream was the first phone to be released in Australia with the long-awaited Google Android Operating System, and the wait has been worth it. Google’s Android Operating System takes the Dream from being an average....

S8300 UltraTouch review

S8300 UltraTouch review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The UltraTouch was recently released in March 2009 and it’s already shaping up to become a very sought after and successful mobile phone for Samsung. With a massive widescreen AMOLED touchscreen display and an 8 megapix....

KM900 Arena review

KM900 Arena review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The LG KM900’s main talking point has to be its new S-Class 3D interface. According to LG, it’s the end result of more than two years of consumer research, but the phone has a lot more to offer then just a few pretty scr....

5800 XpressMusic review

5800 XpressMusic review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic is primarily targeted at people who love listening to their tunes on a phone, and are after the latest mobile trend. The Nokia 5800 brings a great little music app to the table , plus a highly ....

Storm 9500 review

Storm 9500 review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The Blackberry storm might be mistaken, at first glance, for an Apple iPhone, but it actually brings a few new innovations to the market, like a clickable display, plus comes packed with RIM’s amazing email and messaging....

Touch Pro review

Touch Pro review

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Posted: Sep 2009

Almost mirroring the physical looks of the HTC Touch Diamond, the new and improved Touch Pro hits the Windows Mobile market with at least one significant feature that sets it miles apart from its predecessor – A ‘slick’ ....

KF900 Prada II review

KF900 Prada II review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The wait for the Prada range to be updated has taken a while, but LG is happy to bring us the shiny, new KF900 Prada II, and we can assure you that the wait was worth it.

KC910 Renoir review

KC910 Renoir review

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Posted: Sep 2009

The Renoir is the successor to the LG Viewty, and rightly so as it packs in a lot more features which include an impressive 8 megapixel camera, responsive touch-screen and great video recording features. On the surface, ....

i8510 INNOV8 review

i8510 INNOV8 review

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Posted: Sep 2009

Samsung is giving the Nokia N96 and Apple iPhone a run for their money. The Samsung Innov8, also known as the Samsung i8520 smartphone, has all the features of the N96 plus more. The phone sports a great 8 megapi....

XPERIA X1 review

XPERIA X1 review

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Posted: Sep 2009

Sony Ericsson has produced some great handsets over the years, and the Xperia is no exception. The Xperia could arguably be the best Windows Business mobile phone on the market. It’s a well-designed and an amazingly wel....

Nokia N97 Mini Preview

Nokia N97 Mini Preview

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Posted: Sep 2009

The variation on Nokia’s primary product, the N97, which CEO and president Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo hinted at during the Nokia World 2009 show, is about to hit store shelves this October, in the form of the Nokia N97 Mini. A....

HTC Hero Preview

HTC Hero Preview

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Posted: Sep 2009

Even since the earliest days of its development, the HTC Hero has attracted massive interest, bordering on lust from the smart phone community. The Hero’s chic and attractive design combine a futuristic look with an easy....

Samsung I8000 Omnia II Preview

Samsung I8000 Omnia II Preview

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Posted: Oct 2009

Every year, it seems that Samsung introduces a new phone that pushes the limits of mobile phone technology. It just so happens that this year's ground-breaking phone from Samsung is the I8000 Omnia II. Obviously designed....

Samsung B7610 OmniaPRO Preview

Samsung B7610 OmniaPRO Preview

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Posted: Oct 2009

The Samsung B7610 OmniaPRO is a powerful, feature-filled smartphone that can be used for both work and play. It employs Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional as its operating system, which allows the user to run a wi....

Nokia N97 review

Nokia N97 review

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Posted: Oct 2009

What a year it has been for premier smartphone releases! Nokia’s flagship N97 is just another example of the devices we're seeing hit the market. Nokia’s new N97 is being heralded as a ‘mobil....

Nokia N900 Preview

Nokia N900 Preview

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Posted: Oct 2009

For the last year or so, there has been increasing pressure on Nokia to step up, and produce a device that is not only in line with current trends, but able to take the initiative and produce something new and fresh. Th....

LG GR500f Xenon Review

LG GR500f Xenon Review

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Posted: Oct 2009

Following in the path of several recent mobile phone offerings, LG's new GR500f also communally known as the LG Xenon combines the versatility of a touchscreen with the typing capabilities of a full 4 row QWERTY keyboard....

Samsung W880 AMOLED 12M Preview

Samsung W880 AMOLED 12M Preview

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Posted: Oct 2009

Samsung ups the ante yet again with the soon to be released Samsung W880, the world’s first 12 megapixel camera phone with 3X optical zoom.

Samsung S7070 Diva preview

Samsung S7070 Diva preview

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Posted: Dec 2009

The Samsung Diva S7070 is expected to be released in the first quarter of 2010. This stylish, functional, yet powerful phone is designed with modern female consumers in mind, in particular for women who have an eye fashi....

Samsung S3653 Corby Review

Samsung S3653 Corby Review

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Posted: Jan 2010

The Samsung S3653 Corby is a cool little trendy device that was specifically designed for the tech and social networked youngsters of gen “Y”. Not only is this phone incredibly good looking, it has everything you could p....

Sony Ericsson Aino Review

Sony Ericsson Aino Review

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Posted: Feb 2010

The Sony Ericsson Aino is a sophisticated and beautifully designed smartphone with some surprisingly advanced features. Virtually every smartphone today comes with a digital camera, app support, and web browsing, but how....

Sony Ericsson Satio Review

Sony Ericsson Satio Review

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Posted: Feb 2010

Camera phones have just taken the next step on the evolution scale with the introduction of the Sony Ericsson Satio. Not only is it Sony’s first 12.1 mega pixel camera phone, but its Sony’s first Symbian S60 and the comp....

LG BL40  New Chocolate Review

LG BL40 New Chocolate Review

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Posted: Feb 2010

Long, black and sleek, LG’s new Chocolate is unlike any touch-phone you are likely to have ever come across, featuring a stunning ultra wide 4 inch display which allows for true cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio – in other wor....

LG GD900 Crystal Review

LG GD900 Crystal Review

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Posted: Mar 2010

The LG GD900 Crystal truly combines artistry with functionality, in order to bring you the latest in mobile phone technology. This exquisite handheld device is actually a full-touch phone, sporting a beautifully designed....

Samsung i8910 Omnia Icon HD Review

Samsung i8910 Omnia Icon HD Review

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Posted: Mar 2010

The Samsung i8910 Omnia HD is the next generation of mobile entertainment devices, combining the latest innovations in handheld technology to provide you with a mobile phone, that will keep you connected to your friends ....

Google Android HTC Magic Physical Features Review

Google Android HTC Magic Physical Features Review

Posted: Sep 2009

In this HTC Magic Video Review we take a look at the physical aspects of the new Google Andriod enhanced HTC Magic Mobile Phone

HTC Magic Youtube Multimedia Functions

HTC Magic Youtube Multimedia Functions

Posted: Sep 2009

The HTC Magic Multimedia Video Review - The HTC Magic google android phone is the latest android phone to hit the market and it packs a punch. In this HTC Magic Video review we take a look at the multimedia features of t....

HTC Touch Diamond 2 Video Review - Physical Aspects

HTC Touch Diamond 2 Video Review - Physical Aspects

Posted: Sep 2009

youcompare.com.au got their hands on the HTC Touch Diamond 2. In this video we look at the physical aspects of the HTC Touch Diamond.

iPhone 3G Video Review

iPhone 3G Video Review

Posted: Sep 2009

What makes the iPhone standout from the crowd and makes it a very sought after phone is its multi-touch touchscreen, its ease of use, amazing multimedia capabilities, and the astounding number of apps available for downl....

Video Review - HTC Touch Diamond  2 Review

Video Review - HTC Touch Diamond 2 Review

Posted: Sep 2009

With HTC touch diamond 2 australian release soon you can see our HTC touch diamond 2 video review and see what all the fuss is about

iPhone 3G Physical Specifications Video Review

iPhone 3G Physical Specifications Video Review

Posted: Sep 2009

In this iPhone 3G Video Review we take a look at the iPhone Phyiscal features and specifications of the iPhone 3G

iPhone 3G Major Fuctions Review

iPhone 3G Major Fuctions Review

Posted: Sep 2009

In this iPhone 3G Video Review we take a look at the iPhone Phyiscal features and specifications.

HTC Touch Diamond  2 Preview - Multimedia Functions

HTC Touch Diamond 2 Preview - Multimedia Functions

Posted: Sep 2009

In this video review we take a look at the HTC Touch Diamond 2 Multimedia functions. The HTC Touch Diamond 2 is a big improvement on the orginal.

Samsung F480 Video Review

Samsung F480 Video Review

Posted: Sep 2009

Check out the Samsung F480 Video Review. In this video review we look at the pros and cons of the F480 and give a basic overview of the Samsung pocket rocket

HTC Magic Google Phone Video Review

HTC Magic Google Phone Video Review

Posted: Sep 2009

The HTC Magic google android phone is the latest phone with the Google Android mobile operating system to hit the market in Australia. The long awaited G2 HTC Magic was released to Australia in June

iPhone 3G Multimedia Overview

iPhone 3G Multimedia Overview

Posted: Sep 2009

In this iPhone 3G video we take a look at the multi media functionality of the iPhone 3G.

Apple iPhone 3GS Overview Video

Apple iPhone 3GS Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

We have a very big announcement to make... Can I have your attention please! Yes you! Ladies and Gentleman, boys and girls, fans and fanbois... Introducing the Apple iPhone 3GS – The third generation iPhone by legendary ....

Apple iPhone 3GS Multimedia Review Video

Apple iPhone 3GS Multimedia Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

In the Multimedia department, we can witness an overall improvement in the 3GS with loading times alone. The increased speed performance and response times make loading applications so much quicker. This is also made evi....

Apple iPhone 3GS Physical Specification Review Video

Apple iPhone 3GS Physical Specification Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

It’s not what it looks like, it’s under the hood that counts, right? Visually, the iPhone 3GS looks identical to its older brother so I might as well copy and paste a description of the iPhone 3G into this paragraph . Ab....

LG GM730 Overview Video

LG GM730 Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

At the start of 2009 LG announced their alliance with Microsoft and their commitment to increase production and development of Windows Mobile operated devices tenfold by the end of the year.

LG KC910 Overview Video

LG KC910 Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The Renoir is the successor to the LG Viewty and rightly so as it packs in a lot more features which include an impressive 8 megapixel camera, responsive touchscreen and great video recording features. On the surface, th....

NOKIA E75 Overview Video

NOKIA E75 Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

In a world filled with business smartphones the E75 is equipped for the challenge, but may not have all the ingredients to stay in the race. Most of the features on the E75 mirror the features of the E71, which retails f....

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Major Functions Review Video

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Major Functions Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The call quality and reception on Xperia is second to none. There was no hissing, no echoing, no crackling. Everyone that we called affirmed that we sounded fantastic.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Physical Specification Review Video

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Physical Specification Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The first thing that you notice when you pick up the X1 is just how well designed the phone actually is. The body of the phone is constructed entirely out of metal; the down side of having such a body is that the phone i....

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Overview Video

Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

Sony Ericsson has produced some great handsets over the years, and the Xperia is no exception. The Xperia could arguable be the best Windows Business mobile phone on the market. It’s a well-designed and an amazingly well....

Samsung F480 Physical Specifications Review Video

Samsung F480 Physical Specifications Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The 3G Samsung F480 is a stylish and light little number weighing in at only 101 grams and has dimensions of 98.4 x 55 x 11.6mmm, this phone is designed to fit into a pocket with ease. The phones casing is a brushed meta....

Samsung F480 Major Functions Review Video

Samsung F480 Major Functions Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The F480 comes packed with a Li-ion battery that provides up to 3 hours of talk time and up to 250 hours of standby time, but we found that the battery runs down quite quickly when using the web or using the camera for a....

Samsung F480 Multimedia Review Video

Samsung F480 Multimedia Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The F480 provides DRM-free MP3, AAC music nd H.264, MPEG4 and H.263 video playback capabilities. The music player’s interface is relatively good, but it’s no match for the iPod inspired menu system on the iPhone. When us....

Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Physical Features Review Video

Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Physical Features Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The 5800 XpressMusic is a pretty distinctive looking phone resembling a tube in appearance, it measures in at 11cm tall , 5cm wide and 1.5cm deep. It weighs 3.4 ounces and is currently only available in three colours, re....

LG KM900 Arena Major Functions Review Video

LG KM900 Arena Major Functions Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

Being a multimedia centric phone we expected the sound quality to be outstanding and the LG KM900 did not disappoint. The Dolby Mobile enhanced audio produces a great sound, incoming and outgoing calls where crystal clea....

LG KM900 Arena Overview Video

LG KM900 Arena Overview Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The LG KM900’s main talking point has to be its new S-Class 3D interface. According to LG it’s the end result of more than two years of consumer research, but the phone has a lot more to offer then just a few pretty scre....

LG KM900 Arena Physical Specifications Review Video

LG KM900 Arena Physical Specifications Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The KM900 is a very sturdy and light phone; amazingly it has external components made from titanium, and surprisingly still weighs in at only 105 grams.

Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Major Features Review Video

Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Major Features Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The audio quality of the 5800 Xpress is awesome. There are two speakers on the left side of the phone that provides a theatrical sound experience when playing back either music or video.

Nokia 5800 Video Review

Nokia 5800 Video Review

Posted: Sep 2009

The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic is primarily targeted at people that love listening to their tunes on a phone and are after the latest mobile trend. The Nokia 5800 brings a great little music app to the table , plus a highly ....

LG GM730 Physical Specifications Review Video

LG GM730 Physical Specifications Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The LG GM730 follows the typical mould that we have now come to expect from a touchscreen handset; a minimalistic body, a touch responsive screen and .... not much else. In an attempt to break the stereotypical mould and....

LG KC910 Renoir Multimedia Functionality Review Video

LG KC910 Renoir Multimedia Functionality Review Video

Posted: Sep 2009

The 8 megapixel camera is the show piece of the Renoir. Perhaps not entirely number one for quality but it is still very good. It has all the goodies onboard such as auto-focus with face and blink detection, a macro shoo....

LG KC910 Renoir Physical Specifications Review Video

LG KC910 Renoir Physical Specifications Review Video

Posted: Oct 2009

This LG handset has a solid plastic body with metal edges and weighs in at a nicely weighted 114 grams. It measures 107.8 x 55.9 x 14mm, so it fits the hand relatively comfortable. The 3 inch 240 x 400 pixel display is v....

LG GF500f Xenon Design Video Review

LG GF500f Xenon Design Video Review

Posted: Oct 2009

With a sleek exterior design available in blue, red or black, LG has created a compact stylish phone that the majority of people will certainly find appealing. Only 106x54x15.7 mm in size the LG Xenon would have to be on....

LG Xenon Multimedia Video Review

LG Xenon Multimedia Video Review

Posted: Oct 2009

As with most smartphone and touch phones these days the empathise on only being highly proficient in one area such as business or multimedia simply does not cut it. The LG Xenon GR500f is no exception; it’s designed to t....

Nokia N97 Multimedia Video Review

Nokia N97 Multimedia Video Review

Posted: Oct 2009

Perhaps one of the best attributes the N97 brings to the table, is its audio quality and music player. With loud volume output, equalizer and sound effect options, together with the greatly improved noise levels and freq....

Nokia N97 Video Review

Nokia N97 Video Review

Posted: Oct 2009

What a year it has been for premier smartphone releases! Nokia’s flagship N97 is just another example of the devices we’re seeing hit the market. We say devices, as Nokia’s new N97 is being heralded as a ‘mobile computer....

Nokia N97 Design Video Review

Nokia N97 Design Video Review

Posted: Oct 2009

Housed in a mostly plastic encasement, the N97 looks reasonably stylish and is currently available in either Black or White. When it comes to size, the handset measures 117.2 x 55.3 x 15.9 mm and weighs in at 150 grams, ....

LG Xenon Overview Video

LG Xenon Overview Video

Posted: Oct 2009

Following in the path of several recent mobile phone offerings, LG's new GR500f also communally known as the LG Xenon combines the versatility of a touchscreen with the typing capabilities of a full 4 row QWERTY keyboard....

Samsung Jet Video Review

Samsung Jet Video Review

Posted: Dec 2009

Samsungs new touch sensitive offering is being marketed as “smarter than a smartphone” with the emphasis squarely focused on the amazing horse power under its hood , housing a 800Mhz processor, providing a huge host of ....

Samsung HD Icon Physical Video Review

Samsung HD Icon Physical Video Review

Posted: Mar 2010

Want to find out about the look and feel of the Samsung HD Icon, check out the latest physical video review from youcompare.com.au.

Samsung Omnia Icon HD Video Review

Samsung Omnia Icon HD Video Review

Posted: Mar 2010

Watch youcompare.com.au video review of the new Samsung Omnia i8910 HD mobile phone. The Samsung Icon Omnia HD lifts the bar of innovation by introducing HD video recording and playback in a single mobile device for the ....

Samsung Jet Multimedia Review Video

Samsung Jet Multimedia Review Video

Posted: Mar 2010

As with most Samsung touch-sensitive devices, the Jet utilises the TouchWiz UI, however the Jet is lucky enough to have the newest adaptation of the UI -TouchWiz v2.0.

Samsung Jet Physical Specifications Review Video

Samsung Jet Physical Specifications Review Video

Posted: Mar 2010

Despite all the power under the hood, what we find most profoundly alluring about the JET is it's intrinsically good looks. It is black, sleek, and downright sexy with a black glass-framed face and matte-finished buttons....

Samsung Omnia HD Multimedia Review Video

Samsung Omnia HD Multimedia Review Video

Posted: Mar 2010

Watch the latest Samsung Omnia HD multimedia video review from youcompare.com.au. Ever wanted to watch or record High Definition video on a mobile – well the Samsung Omnia HD does it all!! Not only does the Omina HD offe....