BUZZ IN BRIEF

â–  Discovery Communications
is teaming up with China’s Huwaei
Technologies to create a
co-branded mobile phone for
outdoor enthusiasts that’s
water-resistant, dustproof and
shockproof. The Huawei-Discovery
Expedition phone is expected to
hit retail in November; pricing and availability
have not been announced.

â–  Disney launched Appmates Mobile Application
Toys, which uses an Apple iPad as a virtual
play mat. The line features miniature Cars 2 vehicles
($19.99 list for two-car pack) that kids drive
around the tablet’s screen in different games.