It’s always a lot of fun for us — and hopefully for you, the readers — any time we can run wild with pictures, news, and even reviews of an unannounced handset. Today, however, RIM spoiled our fun and formally announced the BlackBerry Bold 9700. Things like carriers, release dates and pricing have been withheld for the time being, but RIM has made a statement saying that we should all expect to see the BlackBerry 9700 go on sale “around the world beginning in November.” Spec wise, nothing has changed since our pre-release review, but just in case some of you forgot or weren’t paying a whole lot of attention, here’s a quick refresher on the critical specs:

• BlackBerry OS 5.0
• 624MHz CPU
• 256MB flash memory and support for microSD cards up to 32GB
• Quad-band UMTS/HSDPA (800/850/1900/2100 MHz) or tri-band UMTS/HSDPA (900/1700/2100 MHz)
• Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g with UMA support (carrier dependent)
• A-GPS
• 2.44″ HVGA+ display
• 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash
• Optical trackpad
• Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP/AVCRP
• 1500 mAh battery
• 6 hours of talk time and 17 days of standby (3G)
• 109mm x 60mm x 14.1mm, 122g

In short, this is the BlackBerry device of your dreams. We’re expecting pretty much every single major GSM carrier on the planet to pick up the 9700 sooner or later, so we’ll be sure to keep the updates coming. As always, high res pics and a few other odds and ends are available after the jump.

UPDATE: AT&T, Rogers and T-Mobile have announced they will be carrying the Bold 9700 in the weeks ahead. AT&T and T-Mobile’s 9700 will go for $199.99 after a $100 MIR on 2-year deals while Rogers will be asking for $299.99 on a 3-year contract with a monthly minimum voice and data plan of $45. Bell and TELUS have yet to come forward with pricing but have confirmed they will be carrying the device.

“With the popularity of Virtual Tours both on the Internet and Cable Television, the demand for information on options for today’s homebuyer, and the necessity of Credit improvement seminars, Wi-Fi TV is a perfect platform for delivery of such valuable information,” said Eileen Luttrell, licensed realtor, President of AllGolfTV and independent marketer of Wi-Fi TV Stations.”Real Estate Agents also need to get as much exposure for their listings and services in today’s inventory flooded market. There is so much competition for the fewer qualified buyers that it is imperative that an Agent do as much as possible to set their listing apart from the rest and with rising gas prices, using Wi-Fi TV’s technology to offer virtual home tours helps Agents and their Clients save valuable resources and time.”Another perk to using Wi-Fi TV as an online Real Estate Marketplace is the ability to offer free services to homebuyers such as Home Inspection Tutorials. Companies like Sacramento-based Sacramento Home Inspection (www.sacinspect.com) offer a video demonstration on Home Inspection basics. Informative services like these are easily offered through the Wi-Fi TV platform so a Real Estate Agent who wants to offer the best service for their Clients should not pass up this great opportunity,” Eileen Luttrell concluded.Ms. Luttrell oversaw a multi-thousand opt-in email campaign this week aimed at raising the profile of Wi-Fi TV with realtors. Wi-Fi TV is selling Wi-Fi TV stations and providing partial financing to qualified buyers.ABOUT REAL ESTATE TVFor more information on Wi-Fi TV Real Estate opportunities and for advertising and Wi-Fi TV Station purchase information, contact Eileen Luttrell, 916-949-0800, Fax 866-549-0045, eileen@allgolftv.com.ABOUT WI-FI TV INC.Wi-Fi TV(TM: 107.78, +2.41, +2.28%) is a pioneer of TV on the Internet. Wi-Fi TV Inc. has long touted the coming convergence of TV and the Internet, and provided the first online movie in December 1995.Wi-Fi TV Inc. provides Social Internet TV(TM: 107.78, +2.41, +2.28%), a new generation TV delivery platform that has a geographic sphere out-distancing any traditional cable or over-the-air TV broadcaster.The Wi-Fi TV website (www.Wi-FiTV.com) is the only place on the Internet where you can watch hundreds of TV stations and chat with others watching the same program in a live chat box directly under the viewing screen, and get breaking news for each country and category listed, and download a free dialer and make phone calls and host live video parties all on one website.The Company was launched in 1995 and has been publicly traded since November 1997.For information on purchasing a Wi-Fi TV Station send an email to info@wi-fitv.com or call 949-576-5011.For press relations, contact Colby Marceau, 949-716-9397, info@wi-fitv.com.Forward-Looking StatementsAny statements made in this press release which are not historical facts contain certain forward-looking statements; as such term is defined in the Private Security Litigation Reform Act of 1995, concerning potential developments affecting the business, prospects, financial condition and other aspects of the company to which this release pertains. The actual results of the specific items described in this release, and the company’s operations generally, may differ materially from what is projected in such forward-looking statements. Although such statements are based upon the best judgments of management of the company as of the date of this release, significant deviations in magnitude, timing and other factors may result from business risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, the company’s dependence on third parties, general market and economic conditions, technical factors, the availability of outside capital,receipt of revenues and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the company. The company disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement. Wi-Fi TV and Social Internet TV are trademarks of Wi-Fi TV Inc. and all rights pertaining to these names are reserved. This press release shall not be deemed a general solicitation.

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Mitron has announced the launch of SMC’s wireless Internet mobile phone for Skype in Australia. With integrated wireless connectivity and pre-installed Skype User Interface, users can make and receive Skype calls whilst maintaining complete mobility unlike other devices that must connect with a computer. Communications technology distributor Mitron has announced the launch of SMC’s WSKP100 Wi-Fi Phone for Skype in Australia . With integrated wireless connectivity and pre-installed Skype User Interface, this handset allows users to access their Skype account via any internet-enabled wireless access points. This means that users can make and receive Skype calls whilst maintaining complete mobility, unlike other devices that must connect with a computer.   Designed by SMC Networks, a leading global technology provider of LAN hardware, broadband connectivity devices and SOHO/Home wireless products, this leading edge WiFi Phone is Skype Certified and comes embedded with the widely recognised Skype Internet calling functionality.   The handset supports almost all Skype functions, enabling free calling from anywhere in the world within the Skype network and cost effective calling to fixed lines or mobile phones using Skype’s SkypeIn and SkypeOut services. It also supports conference calls, Skype’s user base search and voice mail. Based on the 802.11b/g standard, the WSKP100 is compatible with almost all standard Wi-Fi access points or wireless routers on the market.   “The WSKP100 is ideal for people at home, in business or even students on campus who are looking to make cost effective calls, without the hassle of switching on a computer,” said Michael Boorne, Managing Director, Mitron. “With more than 3 million Skype users in Australia, this phone will allow people to better utilise the rapidly growing number of free wireless access points which support browser-less authentication and an increasing number free public hotspots situated in key business travel locations and vacation areas. As wireless routers become more affordable for the home and small office, it will also provide users with more options for greater flexibility and mobility.”   The phone is also incredibly easy to use, Skype is pre-installed on the handset so getting started is as easy as setting up a Skype account and entering a username/password in order to connect to any Wireless network” said Boorne. “It also has a PC-like Skype User Interface making it easy to configure and use.”   Features: •          Quality of Service (QoS) function of the WSKP100 ensures exceptional voice quality is maintained in shared wireless voice and data networks by prioritising voice over other data packet types.   •          Advanced Security: The WSKP100 supports Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2) with pre-shared keys (PSK). WPA supports TKIP while WPA2, supports AES encryption. WPA, and WPA2 address some of the security risks inherent in the legacy Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protocol. Specifically, they provide stronger authentication and encryption than WEP.   •          Light and compact candy bar design allows users to carry the phone wherever is needed.   •          Improved power-saving mechanism. The SMC WiFi Phone for Skype will deliver 3-hours continuous talk-time and 30-hour standby from its internal Li-Ion Battery and can be recharged from any USB enabled socket.   - ends -   Pricing and Availability The WSKP100 is available at all good retailers at an RRP of $239.00 Stockists: Mitron - 02 8004 6666   For further information or to obtain a unit for review, please contact Helen Smith at Espresso Communications on: 02 9357 5544 or via email at helen@espressocomms.com.au.   About Mitron Mitron is a growing Australian company which distributes technology-related communications tools, including SMC Network products and the Mitron range of ADSL, Router, Wireless and VoIP devices. Mitron specialises in the customisation and supply of these devices to Internet & Voice Service Providers, Resellers and Retailers in Australia .  For more information, visit www.mitron.com.au.