Mobiles reviews - clone/rip

Ezze Mobile’s MEGA4 combines Sony Ericsson with an iPhone

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:16:10 +0000

This isn’t actually the hot news as it was initially reported a month ago. However, it’s a slow news day and we decided to go with it nonetheless. FCC has recently unveiled a new device made by Ezze Mobile Tech. As you can see from the image above, the so called “MEGA4″ combines buttons from the [...]

Nokia N95 shrank then cloned

Fri, 30 May 2008 11:07:59 +0000

Now, we've seen quite a few fake Nokia N95 devices. However, this time Chinese handset makers cloners went one step beyond. The so called "MM95" is, you guessed that correctly, much smaller than the original device. However, it does keep the dual-sliding mechanism and therefore looks quite nice. Even though I shouldn't praise fake devices, [...]

Fake SCNY mobile phone boasts 5.1 megapixel camera; Proves how certain Chinese company don't care about copyright

Sun, 11 May 2008 16:23:44 +0000

What we have here today is the so called SCNY FE-230 mobile phone. The device in question obviously infringes Sony's trademark, but unfortunately I doubt anyone cares much about that in the "world's fastest growing economy." The handset comes with a 5.1 megapixel camera with auto-focus, and if it wasn't a fake, I could even [...]

HTC Touch Dual cloned to perfection

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 11:12:17 +0000

Oops!… They've did it again… A certain Chinese handset "maker" have managed to clone the HTC Touch Dual to perfection. As you can see from the image above, it's hard to tell whether the device is actually fake. Details like the icons at the bottom of the screen and "HY" sign on the back are [...]

Counterfeit Nokia N95s entering the UK market

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:52:30 +0000

Just in case you thought Dusan's story about the fake N95-8GB was one of those "oh it will never happen to me" scenarios, don't be so sure UK readers…. Mobile is reporting that N95-8GBs are on their way in to the UK, from Chinese sources, and being knocked out at £150, rather than the usual £350 [...]

With Nokia N81 cloned like this the fake N96 is just around the corner

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:21:09 +0000

Designing a new mobile phone is a demanding task. But what happens when someone steals months of design work in a matter of days? Well nothing, if you happen to be a Chinese handset maker. Lately, we've spotted the fake "version" of Nokia's stylish music and gaming phone - N81. As you've just seen from the [...]

Xing Bao N98 uses Nokia NSeries naming scheme, iPhone's look and feel

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:39:37 +0000

If it wasn’t for the name and the “familiar” look, the Xing Bao N98 would be an interesting device. Similarly to the Samsung UpStage, this Chinese phone sports two screens — one on the front and the other on the back of the device. The front part is reserved for the huge 3″ touchscreen, while the back has the good ol’ physical keypad, kinda smallish 1.2″ display and Apple logo. Other specs include Bluetooth, handwriting input support, 1.3 MP camera, dual-band GSM radio, and of course the microSD slot. As you may’ve expected, this ugly baby costs like next to nothing and you can pick it up for $180 on your next trip to China… [Via: uberphones ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:There's no such thing as Nokia N86!Nokia 6110 Classic InformationChinese N92 phone uses Nokia's naming scheme; Has nothing to do with the original Nokia N92Nokia Supports ASD SchemeChange your iPhone's SMS text message bubbles to a matte finish - iPhone Matte

Chinese clone of the Sony Ericsson P1i features two SIM slots

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 06:44:38 +0000

The so called Gold Star P1i may remind you on the Sony Ericsson P1i , but the look is where all the similarity ends. The original device is the Symbian UIQ3 based smartphone, while the copy is… well, the ripoff. To be fair we do find the Gold Star P1i to be an interesting device in terms of specs. It’s just that copying the Sony Ericsson’s — or some other handset maker’s — design doesn’t impresses at all. On the contrary… Anyway, in case you care to know, the “fake P1i” sports two SIM card slots (which is good), TV receiver (we’re not sure which standard is supported), media player, Bluetooth, camera that can also record videos, FM radio, and of course the microSD memory slot… And that’s it. If you wanted the P1i, go for it — no clone can replace the real thing. One more image and a short video demonstration of Gold Star P1i’s interface follow after the break. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Chinese Sony Ericsson W950 cloneChinese phone with 3 SIM card slotsBlack Sony Ericsson P1i concept with a pointSony Ericsson P1i video walkthroughSony Ericsson P1i vs P990i photos

Another BMW phone; Unofficial again

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 10:43:49 +0000

Again and again we see Chinese handset makers releasing devices wearing popular brand badges without any licensing agreements with the brand rights owner. Today we have yet another unofficial BMW phone, which actually doesn’t look that bad — it actually resembles some of the Windows Mobile based smartphones, but has the large BMW logo on the back. I find that without that “detail,” it would score more points, at least in our eyes. And I’ve almost forgot, the retail box also has the BMW logo on it. Shame… More photos after the break. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:The unofficial "Pez dispenser" Olympic Games phoneBMW uses unlocked iPhone at Frankfurt Motor Show? Runs on Vodafone, not T-MobileBMW - the perfect match for your Apple iPhoneThe German inspired Chinese made BMW mobile phoneUnofficial iPhone ad targets New Yorkers

LG Prada ripoff, sort of, kind of

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 11:37:16 +0000

It seems certain handset makers cloners from the Far East have problems in cloning the LG Prada phone. Or at least the latest Chinese ripoff device we’ve spotted suggests so. First there are awkward (ugly) and sooo not-easy-to-use buttons, which actually involve a learning curve. Then there’s a number of small details that further tells us the process of building this device was conducted without a designer on board. Or he/she was drunk. However, there are some good things about the so called Chinese Prada phone, like gaming. The joypad attached to the device on the image bellow tells us there’s some kind of gaming engine, most probably NES emulator, pre-installed with the device. In addition, let’s not forget dedicated media playback buttons, as well as stereo speakers that surround the camera on the back of the phone. Again it’s ugly and the quality is… well… questionable… so keep your money for something else. Check out few more photos after the jump. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Free insurance for 60,000 LG Prada owners in KoreaChinese iPhone/Infobar ripoffLG Prada phone launch date, pricing revealedLG KE850 Prada Phone plated in 24 karat goldLG Prada phone vs Apple iPhone

Fake Gucci mobile phone

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 09:45:17 +0000

Back in March, we reported that Gucci may follow Prada and Armani and release its own mobile phone . While we still wait for that to happen, certain Chinese company decided to release its own “version” before we hear anything official from the famous Italian brand… They’ve figured it’s the gold that should be a key selling point of such device, hence the unofficial Gucci phone is plated with 24K gold, has the “diamond wanna be” crystals and that Gucci cloth patterns all around the device. Yeah, it’s ugly as hell. As for the specs, there’s the 2.1″ 16 million color screen, 2 MP camera, FM radio, stereo speakers and of course the microSD slot. I would normally say you should avoid buying such a device, but considering its look, it’s safe to close the post even without suggesting that. Few more photos after the break. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Hands free mobile calling from GUCCIGucci phone!?Fake PSP, Fake Windows Mobile, Fake Phone - Another PSP Rip-OffFake Kodak digital camera cell phoneA9 - fake Audi TT mobile phone from China

Chinese Sony Ericsson W580i "version"

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 17:01:04 +0000

Well folks, Chinese have done it again. This time their target was Sony Ericsson’s shaky W580i phone — you know the one which had problems with a keypad . Anyway, just like the original device, the Chinese “version” is also optimized for music. Scrap that, it’s optimized for disco music, or at least 4 speakers and 10 leds located around the device suggest so. Other specs include 2.4″ QVGA touchscreen, VGA camera, stereo Bluetooth support, and of course the microSD memory slot… More pictures follow after the jump. Get to know them, and of course restrain from buying this devices. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:AT&T adds Sony Ericsson W580iFirst Sony Ericsson W580i shipments with faulty keypadRogers Wireless adds Sony Ericsson W580iSony Ericsson W910i approved for the U.S..Sony Ericsson Z750a coming to AT&T?

Nokia 6120 Classic cloned

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:28:48 +0000

And the latest Nokia clone from China is… (drums) 6120 Classic . Naturally, unlike the original device the fake Nokia 6120 Classic ISN’T a Symbian OS powered smartphone, but rather relies on the same Chinese mobile OS we’ve seen in various phones from China before. However, unlike the original phone which comes with the small 2″ screen - the Chinese “version” comes with much larger 2.6″ touchscreen. There’s also a 1.3 MP camera, as well as Bluetooth stereo support, dual speakers and of course the microSD expansion slot. As for the size, is measures 111×48x16 mm and weighs 85 grams — compared with the original device’s dimensions of 105×46x15 mm and weight of 84 grams. Now that I’m thinking, the specs are actually solid for a mid-range device — too bad it’s a clone and we can’t recommend it… More photos after the jump. [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Nokia 6120 Classic Now Official! - The Slim HSDPA Candy BarNokia 6120 Classic XML file foundNokia 6500 Classic clonedWhat I've been calling the 8600 might actually be the 6120 ClassicReview: Nokia 6120/6121 Classic, world's smallest smartphone?

Nokia E90 Communicator cloned

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 12:20:54 +0000

Chinese handset makers cloners seem to want to ripoff EVERY SINGLE popular device out there. Latest on their list was Nokia’s flagship E90 Communicator… Just like the original device, the Chinese “version” has two screens and the full QWERTY keyboard. Other than that, it looks too cheap to be real — but you never know what’s in the box. If care to know, specs include 2.4″ QVGA external and 2.8″ QVGA internal screen, stereo speakers, 1.3 MP camera, stereo Bluetooth and microSD expansion slot. In terms of pre-installed software, there’s some office documents viewer as well as Nintendo emulator — unlike the original business-centric device, this clone is a gaming-dedicated device. Check out more photos after the jump and once again, be careful when you’re buying a phone… [Via: Just Another Mobile Phone Blog ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Nokia E90 Communicator leaked photosFirst Nokia E90 Communicator reviewNokia E90 CommunicatorHands on Nokia E90 CommunicatorFind out when Nokia E90 Communicator is available