Guest Paul Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 This has just come in from the Orange Newsroom, ahead of the UK launch of the device today, which Monolithix and I will be attending! Orange brings the portable cinematic experience to mobile users in the UK with the exclusive launch of the Toshiba TG01 Who's gonna be grabbing one of these then? ;) ">" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" width="425" height="344">Orange to range the Toshiba TG01 exclusively across its own retail channels in the UKThe TG01 will be available for free on selected pay monthly price plans from 10th JulyThe TG01 is the first handset in the UK to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 1GHz processorOrange today announced it will be exclusively ranging the Toshiba TG01 in the UK across all its own retail channels in time for the weekend. Offering the widest high-definition touch-screen available on a mobile, the TG01 provides users with a cinematic viewing experience on a handheld device and is testament to Orange UK’s focus on ranging innovative multimedia handsets so consumers can make the most from the latest shifts in modern technology. It follows the announcement earlier in the week that Orange will also be launching the world's first Touchscreen Watch phone in the UK. A powerful and feature-rich mobile entertainment device, the TG01 offers uses the largest widescreen handset yet and comes with an exclusive pre-loaded film trailer for the forthcoming summer blockbuster “GI Joe”. What’s more, the 4.1” W-VGA screen is the perfect size for watching TV, videos and looking at pictures in high quality. The TG01 also bridges the gap between notebook and mobile by featuring the latest in chipset technology and is the first handset to be sold in the UK which has a 1GHz processing power, offering fast mobile internet connectivity for a richer multimedia experience. This also enables users to make the most out of their phone, whether it be for watching video, updating social network pages or just browsing the web – just like they do on their PC. The handset is the first from Toshiba to be part of Orange’s successful Signature Series and comes with quick links so users can easily get to grips with the handset’s great functionality. Shortcuts to the best of Orange TV & Video (which recommends great video content such as Sky 24/7 Football), Orange Maps (Orange’s own sat nav service which utilises the TG01’s inbuilt AGPS), and Orange World (Orange’s own mobile internet portal), come integrated on the device’s user interface. Francois Mathieu, Director of Devices, Orange UK “We’re really pleased to have teamed up with Toshiba to bring the TG01 exclusively to the UK. We believe the TG01 is a prime example of manufacturer innovation, and is a device that is at the very top of its game which will allow users to make the most from their mobile experience.” "The TG01 is quite simply the next step in cutting edge mobile technology that will enable us to deliver mobile content for Orange customers at unprecedented levels of speed and quality. We are delighted to be partnering with Orange to launch the exciting new TG01 handset into the UK Market," said Bernard Labaume, VP Business Development & Trade Marketing, Toshiba Information Systems (UK) Ltd, Mobile Communications Division. The TG01 will be free to customers who take out a £39.15 per month, 24 month price plan. The package includes 1200 any network call minutes, unlimited texts, Orange Maps as well as inclusive anytime internet browsing, and is exclusive to Orange in the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Looby Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 (edited) No interest on here, it's not an Omnia.. ;) Edited July 9, 2009 by Looby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 WinMo 6.1? Come on Toshiba get with the times! Looks promising but not sure about that custom interface. Much rather see the standard WM 6.5 Titanium on it. Going off their previous offerings though I'll wait and see rather than get excited about it. Think they could have done better than a 3.2MP camera too considering it's being classed as a multimedia powerhouse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Exodia Posted July 9, 2009 Report Share Posted July 9, 2009 WinMo 6.1? Come on Toshiba get with the times! Looks promising but not sure about that custom interface. Much rather see the standard WM 6.5 Titanium on it. Going off their previous offerings though I'll wait and see rather than get excited about it. Think they could have done better than a 3.2MP camera too considering it's being classed as a multimedia powerhouse. Yeah, that UI seems kinda weak compared to whats coming from HTC, Samsung and others. Looks like plain ole winmo is just one touch away. The least they could have done was include a better audio/video player, especially since, like you said, its being classed as a multimedia powerhouse. All that sexy hardware and no sexy software? *pff* ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hlov Posted July 10, 2009 Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 I want it, does anybody knows how much does it cost whith out a plan? cheers, Hlov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul Posted July 10, 2009 Report Share Posted July 10, 2009 CorePlayer is preinstalled on the device... P Yeah, that UI seems kinda weak compared to whats coming from HTC, Samsung and others. Looks like plain ole winmo is just one touch away. The least they could have done was include a better audio/video player, especially since, like you said, its being classed as a multimedia powerhouse. All that sexy hardware and no sexy software? *pff* ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oalex Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 (edited) Hey Paul, would you mind opening a TG01 section/sub-forum in the Toshiba sub-forum, as its now available? Edited July 11, 2009 by oalex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 http://www.modaco.com/content/pocket-pc-pr...hands-on-video/ ;) P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest En_croute Posted July 15, 2009 Report Share Posted July 15, 2009 http://www.modaco.com/content/pocket-pc-pr...hands-on-video/ ;) P Shame there's no demo of the on-screen keyboard Like the look, and size, and 1ghz Toshiba UI - not great looking at at HTC TP2, but if the onscreen keyboard was good...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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