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Canada's Virgin Mobile looks like they have just launched a new handset, this being the Samsung Impact. This handset comes packed with a 3-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 400, a 3MP camera, a microSD card slot, and Bluetooth 2.0. You can get it now (here) for $49.99 on a 2-year contract and $149.99 on a 30-day plan.

[Mobile Syrup]

You should know the Samsung Highlight in the US by now, but now we know that this handset is now available in Canada - on Bell for $79 (here). It has a different name though, the Samsung Impact. The specs are the exact same, so expect: a 3-inch touchscreen display, a 3MP camera, 3G connectivity, aGPS / Bluetooth support, 60MB of internal memory, and a microSD card slot.

[Samsung Hub]

Today's the big day for us Canadians... and Bell of course. They have just launched their network and what you see below is all courtesy of Mobile Syrup - my favourite blog about all the latest news on Canadian cell phone news. Their line-up is all below and so are the pricing details, which is below the picture. The good news is that the Bold 9700 is $229.95 CAD on a 3-year contract, which is cheaper than Rogers' $299.99 asking price. The [somewhat] sad part about all of this is that the Nokia N97 is not available. Let's hope it's available before Christmas.

Apple iPhone 3GS is described as “Meet the iPhone 3GS. With new features like a remarkable video camera, Voice Control and more, it’s the best iPhone yet.”
Available on the following price plans in White or Black:
16GB model: $199.95 on a 3-year contract
32GB model: $299.95 on a 3-year contract

The Apple iPhone 3G is described as “Cut, copy and paste with a tap. Send text, photos, location, and more. Search across your iPhone. These are just a few of the 100+ new features you’ll find on the iPhone 3G.”
Available on the following price plans in White or Black:
3-year contract: $99.95

The Samsung Omnia II is described as “The Samsung Omnia II is a multimedia lover’s dream, with features like Video Calling, Music Recognition, Smart Search, downloadable widgets, a 5.0 megapixel camera and DVD-grade video. Plus, synchronized emails, calendar, and one-touch access to your favourite communities will keep you organized like never before. Free Vancouver 2010 decal.”
Available on the following price plans:
3-year contract: $199.95
2-year contract: $399.95
1-year contract: $499.95
No contract: $549.95

The BlackBerry Bold 9700 is described as “The BlackBerry BoldTM 9700 smartphone makes it easy to stay connected worldwide, with a high-resolution screen, a powerful processor, and Wi-Fi connectivity.”
Available on the following price plans:
3-year contract: $229.95
2-year contract: $449.95
1-year contract: $549.95
No contract: $599.95

The Samsung Impact is described as “The Samsung Impact makes mobile multimedia even better with its large screen, 3 megapixel camera, and touch-screen QWERTY design.”
Available on the following price plans:
3-year contract: $79.95
2-year contract: $129.95
1-year contract: $229.95
No contract: $279.95

The BlackBerry Bold 9000 is described as “The BlackBerry Bold™ 9000 smartphone makes it easy to get work done worldwide, with a high-resolution screen, a powerful processor and Wi-Fi connectivity.”
Available on the following price plans:
3-year contract: $249.95
2-year contract: $449.95
1-year contract: $549.95
No contract: $599.95

The LG Xenon is described as “Video Call your friends! With its large touch screen, slide-out full QWERTY keyboard, media player, and 2.0 megapixel camera with flash the LG Xenon is perfect for multimedia lovers.”
Available on the following price plans in Black or Purple:
3-year contract: $89.95
2-year contract: $139.95
1-year contract: $239.95
No contract: $289.95

Nokia 6350 is described as “With its stylish smooth-back design, the Nokia 6350 lets you make calls and send messages in over 200 countries worldwide. Plus, capture and share the moment with its 2.0 megapixel camera.”
Available on the following price plans in Red or Black:
3-year contract: $49.95
2-year contract: $99.95
1-year contract: $199.95
No contract: $249.95

Nokia 2730 is described as “This classic Nokia bar phone lets you make calls and send text messages in over 200 countries worldwide. Plus, capture and share the moment with its 2.0 megapixel camera.”
Available on the following price plans in Black or Purple:
3-year contract: $29.95
2-year contract: $79.95
1-year contract: $99.95
No contract: $119.95

Novatel Wireless U998 Internet Stick is described as “Stay connected wherever you are. Just plug the Novatel Wireless U998 into your laptop and enjoy high speed Internet access anytime, worldwide. Plus, get 32GB of built-in storage with a microSD card (not included). Pair the Novatel Wireless U998 with our Mobile Internet plan and your fee will automatically adjust so you always get the best rate available.”
Available on the following price plans:
3-year contract: $74.95
2-year contract: $74.95
1-year contract: $149.95
No contract: $174.95

SIM cards have no price yet but can be found here

[Mobile Syrup]