The Android takeover is in full affect with the release after release of the latest in mobile technology being based on the Android OS. Introducing the new Motorola Charm with the exclusive Android 2.1 MOTOBLUR. At first glimpse, the most noticeable feature about the Charm is its compact size screen that comes with a 2.8 inch touch screen and full QWERTY keyboard. MOTOBLUR, available only on the US version, allows users to sync contacts, posts, messages, photos, and more in much more easy to mange streams. MOTOBLUR also allows you to customize your syncing with some of your popular social networking sites such as Twitter and Facebook so that you only follow what matters to you.

Key Features:

- Adobe Flash enabled Web browsing
- Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, and access to over 65,000 + apps on the Android Market.
- Pinch to zoom functions
- 3MP camera and Kodak Perfect Touch technology
- One touch social media uploads to Facebook, MySpace, Picasa, and PhotoBucket
- CrystalTalk for enhanced audio and call quality with a second microphone for increased voice quality while filtering out background noise
- Corporate email pushed immediately to device for instant in-box updates

Final Thoughts

The Motorola Charm is definitely worth taking a look at if you are interested in a simple phone with just enough features to keep you productive. The Charm is also light weight weighing only 3.8 ounces. Release dates and pricing have yet to be confirmed by T-Mobile, so patience is kindly requested.

I knew it would not be long until Samsung entered the competition for the top Smart Phone Spot. I have to admit, the Samsung Galaxy S is quite impressive with its laundry list of functions. You will quickly notice that the Galaxy was defiantly designed with the user in mind. The great thing about the Galaxy S is that all of the features listed bellow come standard. What does this mean to you? There’s no jail breaking involved in order to get your favorite everyday features that you enjoy. Specifications specific to this phone is another discussion all together, so let’s get into the features!

Features:

Smart Alarm
Play sounds that allow you to gradually arise in the morning vice having a panic attack from your old fashion buzzing alarms.

Daily Briefing
If you are a RSS feed junkie like myself you will enjoy this feature because it allows you to plan for the day’s weather and stay up on your current events.

Integrated Calender
Sync your Google calender with your mobile’s to stay organized.

Car Mode
Allows you to instantly view weather, Google maps, Google voice search, and navigation services in three ways – in real time with Real Street View, Traffic View, or Satellite View.

Wireless Tethering
No cords required! This is a great feature that allows you to use your phone as a wireless Internet connection.

Layar Reality Browser
Helps you become aware of your surroundings by allowing you to easily find the stores, restaurants, and others places that you might be interested in.

HD Recording
HD recording at your finger tips thanks to the SUPER AMOLED display.

Social Hub
Integrates some of your favorite social networks into your contacts.

4.0″ Super AMOLED
Slightly smaller than the iPhone screen, but the SUPER AMOLED technology makes up for it.

SWYPE Write & Go
No more potential thumb injuries thanks to the new SWYPE technology that you just slide.

ThinkFree
I’m thinking nothing is better than free right now with ThinkFree Office Mobile. Now you can open,edit, and save any MS Office document including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. This feature will surely increase productivity, and that’s always a major plus.

Internet Browser
“Powered by Android, Improved by Samsung” – Samsung

TV Remote Controller
Now the only thing missing is a PS3 controller.

DLNA/Multi Codec Support
Share your videos wirelessly through your TV and other devices.

Aldiko e-book
Lets you download and read a plethora of books

Desk Mount
The docking station allows the user to display a table clock, audio station, digital photo frame and calender.

Specs:

Network
HSUPA 900/1900/2100
EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
(Basically means the phone can be used in most parts of the world thanks to its quad-band technology.)

Dimension
64.2 X 122.4 X9,9 mm (119g)
(4.19 ounces makes this phone slightly lighter than your iPhone 4.)

Display
4.0″ WGA (480×800 16M SUPER AMOLED mDNIe (Mobile Digital Natural Image engine)
(In other words, the picture is probably the clearest on the market.)

Samsung Adronid 2.1 (Eclair)
Samsung Apps/ Android Market)
( Enjoy 68,000 + apps at 1/2 the price on average from your iPhone apps.)

Android Samsung UI
Multiple Home-screens
Hybrid Widgets

Processor
1GHz CPU Speed
(Some rumors indicate 2GHz but the truth is according Samsung mobiles site is the 1GHz CPU.)

Batter (standadrd) Li-pol, 1,500 mAh
Talk time: 2G/769 mintues, 3G/391 minutes
Standby: 2G/750 hours, 3G/625 hours
(You can talk up to 6 hours and enjoy up to 26 days of standby time.)

Camera
5.0 Megapixel AF camera
Self, Shot, Action Shot, Add me, Cartoon Shot, Smile Shot
( 5.0 Megapixel is the new standard, so don’t be alarmed at this figure.)

Video
HD Videa Player & Recorder (1280×720) a 30 fps
codec: DivX, XviD, MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, WMV, VC-1
format 3gp(mp4), AVI(divx), MKV, FLV, H.263Sorenson
(There should not be any video format you are unable to view. If there is, let me know.)

Music
Music Player with SoundAlive
3.5mm Ear Jack
MP3/AAC/AAC+/OGG/WMA/AMR0NB/AMR-WB/WAV/MID/AC3/IMY/FLAC/XMF

Memory
16GB/8GB+MicroSD(Up to 32GB)
( A lot of room for expansion.)

Android Browser
Flash Lite 3.1, RSS reader

Multi-touch zoom

Light sensor
Accelerometer sensor, Proximity Sensor, Digital Compass
( Similar touch screen features of your iPhone.)

Conclusion

After seeing this phone and its features, I would tell Motorola and others to halt their releases and go back to the drawing boards. I have never particularly been a fan of Samsung in the past, but this mobile phone has definitely made me a believer in what kind of product Samsung is putting on the market . I just love how the Android Mobile OS is making waves in the smart phone market and giving the Apple OS a run for its money. The only sub par features that I have noticed are the camera and the memory space, but the MicroSD expansion makes up for it. Moreover, the Galaxy S will be released on July 21, but you can pre-order it now at RadioShack under the name Captivate for AT&T, Vibrant on T-Mobile, and Epic 4G on Sprint. Now that you have heard what I have to say, what’s your take?