The handheld launched in the this weekend, with Tiger Telematic's localised debut something of a tester ahead of full European and US releases. The new handheld device launched in Blighty with a pre-pay Vodafone SIM, which will enable the sending and receiving of calls, texts and emails, not to mention the Gizmondo's GPRS functionality. SmartAdds, marketing based on a users registration details, will also be sent via Vodafone's network.

Based on a Windows CE platform, the Gizmondo includes a camera and picture messaging options, games playing, and playback... GPS positioning, and other impressive uses. The Gizmondo flagship store opened in Regent Street, and a showcase at the Park Lane hotel kicked off the device's UK debut. The likes of Sting, Jamiroquai and Busta Rhymes performed at the event, while Lennox Lewis, Dannii Minogue and other "celebrities" attended the store. Tom Green hosted the Park Lane bash.

More on the Gizmondo soon... especially when we get our hands on one of the wee beasties.

By Luke Guttridge

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