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Nokia, Sony Ericsson introduce new models
MUMBAI: Mobile phone manufacturer majors Nokia and Sony Ericsson have launched fresh models in the market. While Nokia unveiled three new CDMA handsets during the annual Nokia Connection event in Singapore, Sony Ericsson has launched five models including a 3G high-data speed phone.
Simultaneously, in India, Nokia has announced the launch of seven new mobile phones for the fourth quarter beginning October.
The models Nokia has introduced in the global market are the High-tier sliding Nokia 6265, entry-level folding Nokia 2255 and entry-level Nokia 2125. The Nokia 2125 is expected to be available during the third quarter of 2005, while the Nokia 2255 and Nokia 6265 are expected to be available during the fourth quarter of 2005.
The high-tier Nokia 6265 camera phone delivers a 2 megapixel imaging sensor in a modern sliding design. The model packs an extra-large 240 x 320 pixel display, 2 megapixel camera with LED flash (effective resolution 1.92 megapixels), digital music player, Bluetooth wireless technology and miniSD card support into a compact sliding design that measures a mere 22 mm thin.
Nokia 2255 is engineered to deliver reliable wireless performance at an entry-level price point while not forgetting the importance of a compelling design and a strong feature set. The very compact Nokia 2255 includes a bright 128 x 128 pixel 64K color display with user selectable ‘themes’, downloadable MIDI ringtones and even an integrated FM radio.
The entry-level Nokia 2125 features a compact design with metallic trim to accentuate its classically designed form. Only 21.5 mm thick and weighing in at 85 grams, the Nokia 2125 features a 64K color screen, hands-free speakerphone and an integrated flashlight — an attractive balance of size, price and feature set.
The models Nokia has launched in India are Nokia 6280, Nokia 6265 and Nokia 6270. According to Nokia, 6280 will be the slimmest and lightest feature-rich gizmo from the company thus far. NokiA 6265 features a 2 megapixel camera with LED flash, 2.62 lakh colour resolution, a MP3 music player. Nokia 6270 – is a quadband slide phone that too offers a two- megapixel camera with flash and landscape mode and a MP3 and AAC supportive music player along with stereo speakers for what Nokia calls 3D sound effects.
Sony Ericsson’s in its turn has unveiled J210, Z520, K608, W600 and S600. The J210 is a basic, entry model for those who want mainly simple functions like making calls and writing messages. The W600 is a version of its Walkman music phone for at North American users.
The Sony Ericsson S600 offers extensive features such as two stereo speakers, media player, Internet browsing, horizontal full screen video and three-dimensional games, as well as 1.3 Megapixel camera with 64 Megabytes memory.
The Z520 model is a mobile phone that wraps multiple high-tech features inside. With this model, Sony Ericsson is targeting fashion-conscious female consumers. K608 supports all the major operators’ 3G services, including video conferencing and fast downloads of music, games, videos and other multimedia content.
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Axis Bank named Official Banking Partner of DP World PGTI
Partnership supports all tournaments this season to grow professional golf in India.
MUMBAI: Axis Bank just teed up a hole-in-one partnership because when a bank sponsors golf’s biggest swing in India, even the fairways feel more financially secure. Axis Bank has been appointed Official Banking Partner of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), strengthening its commitment to sporting excellence and community engagement while backing the growth of professional golf across the country.
Under the partnership, Axis Bank will support all DP World PGTI tournaments this season, contributing to talent development, enhanced tournament experiences and wider fan engagement. The collaboration aligns the bank’s values of precision, discipline and trust with the Tour’s focus on performance and opportunity.
Axis Bank executive director Munish Sharda said, “We are pleased to partner with DP World PGTI as its Official Banking Partner. Golf embodies precision, discipline, and a pursuit of excellence qualities that strongly reflect who we are at Axis Bank. This association also strengthens our engagement with India’s growing premium customer segments, where the sport has a deep and enduring connect.”
Professional Golf Tour of India president Kapil Dev said, “We are extremely pleased to welcome Axis Bank as a Tour Partner of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India. Partnerships of this stature play a vital role in strengthening the foundation of the Tour, enhancing opportunities for our players, and expanding the sport’s reach across the country.”
Professional Golf Tour of India CEO Amandeep Johl added, “Axis Bank’s strong legacy of excellence, innovation, and nationwide reach aligns perfectly with DP World PGTI’s goal to elevate professional golf in India and provide greater opportunities for our players.”
In a sport where every stroke counts and every partnership drives distance, Axis Bank isn’t just backing golfers, it’s investing in the fairway to future, turning India’s greens into a stage where precision meets passion and every drive has the power to inspire.
