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Samsung Wave Y LeFleur edition on sale for $165

2012-01-26T21:50:00.000-08:00

Samsung takes the road less traveled with their Samsung Wave Y LeFleur edition, where this particular handset is not powered by the Android platform, but rather, it will run on Samsung’s very own Bada operating system. There were a couple of LeFleur edition handsets that we looked at in the past, and this will clearly take its position with the other two in the big scheme of things. While the Samsung Wave Y is already on sale, the LeFleur edition will bring an added touch to the design which might just appeal to those who want a more feminine look, and best of all is, this fashion accessory, if I may take the liberty of describing this as such, will retail for a mere $165. Basically, the only changes between this and the vanilla version are cosmetic, everything else underneath the hood would remain the same.

Acer Aspire S3 Review

2012-01-19T23:09:00.000-08:00

The Acer Aspire S3 looks very nice in the product photos, and it is often associated with Ultrabooks because this type of design, which is inspired from the Macbook Air, has been used by many PC manufacturers in their recent designs. I like the new look very much, and I have been pretty bullish about Ultrabooks, at least much more than I ever was about Netbooks. Although Ultrabooks often share a similar hardware platform from Intel, they differ more than one may think, and depending on how they were designed, the end-user experience can be very different from one model to the next, so don’t let the superficial resemblance fool you. In this review, I will tell you how it felt to use the Acer Aspire S3 and we will look at what I felt was its strengths and weaknesses. Ready?

Technical highlights

13.3” WXGA (1366×768)
Core i5 2467M (dial-core) 1.6Ghz, 4GB RAM
GPU: Intel 3000
Windows 7 Home 64
320GB HDD (283GB formatted), 5400rpm, 8MB cache, 3Gb/s
WiFi B/G/N, Bluetooth 4.0
3-Cell battery 3260mAh
0.7 x 12.7 x 8.6”
2x USB 2.0
Acer Aspire S3 official specs

Industrial design

Our unit had a custom paint job

The Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabook has an agreeable design. It is thin, compact, and light. The loaner unit that we have even has a custom paint job that was done for Intel. The case seems to be built with a Magnesium alloy, which is a classic material for laptops and notebooks. Overall, it feels rigid enough, but there is a little bit of “flex”, especially with the display – it’s not as flexible as the Toshiba Ultrabook Z830 whose screen is *very* flexible, but we’re definitely not in the rigidity territory that the Macbook Air or Asus Zenbook are in.

In the back of the computer, you will find one HDMI port, two USB 2.0 ports, and the power connector. This is a good placement if you mainly use the computer on a desk as there won’t be any cables popping out from the sides, but if you need to plug and unplug things regularly, this may be a bit annoying. For example, we often use a 3G USB modem, and with the USB port in the back, it is possible (or probable) that backwards tilting would apply pressure to any USB device. You’ll have to think about this a little, and decide what works for you.

Because most of the ports are in the back, the sides are left clean with just a 3.5mm audio jack (left) and a full-size SD slot on the right (see photo gallery at the bottom).

Overall, I found the build quality to feel a bit “plastic”, and I think that Acer should improve upon this, because with its XPS 13 Ultrabook ($999 with 128GB SSD), Dell has a much nicer (partial) carbon-fiber construction and a better “soft touch” finish wherever carbon-fiber is not used. TheHP Envy 14 Spectre (see Envy Spectre 14 demo) is also extremely nice, and the build quality is even higher than the XPS 13. However, it is much more expensive, and at 4+lbs, it is heavier.

Keyboard (average, no back light): for the most part, the keyboard is decent and there are no major complaints. The only thing that should really be different are the arrow keys. They feel tiny, because they *are* tiny. I don’t know for you, but if you type a lot of text, chances are that “Shift/CTRL + arrow” is a pretty big deal because that allows one to quickly navigate within a sentence. Also, I wish that there was a backlit keyboard, but this is not the case. Again, some people care, while others don’t. Find out in which category you stand.

Samsung introduces Star 3, Star 3 DUOS phone with dual-SIM capabilities

2012-01-19T23:06:00.000-08:00

For international travelers, if you’re looking for a smartphone with dual-SIM capabilities (one for your home country, and the other for the country you’re visiting), Samsung may have the solution for you with their new Samsung Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS mobile phones, with the difference being that the latter device will feature dual-SIM capabilities, but other than that it appears that both phones remain the same as far as hardware is concerned.

Both the Star 3 and Star 3 DUOS feature a 3” QVGA display along with a 3MP rear-facing camera. It will also feature a microSD card slot for memory expansion and will run on the latest Samsung TouchWiz UI and does not appear to be powered by Android. These appear to be rather basic phones and will provide connectivity up to EDGE with both 3G and GPS apparently missing from the picture.

However we’re guessing that EDGE should be fast enough for users to utilize Samsung’s very own ChatON service. Both devices are expected to see a launch by the end of the month starting with Russia and then followed by the rest of the world. No word on how much either the Star 3 or Star 3 DUOS will cost.

BlackBerry PlayBook : A tab at smartphone cost(INR 20999)

2012-01-15T07:10:00.000-08:00

With a name that sounds like something you'd use at a sporting event, the BlackBerry PlayBook is the latest – and most unique – Apple iPad 2challenger.

Running a new OS called QNX, with quirky features like bridging to a BlackBerry phone for secure email and an oddly confusing initial setup, the PlayBook is a stark departure from the more iPad-likeMotorola Xoom. Business-minded features such as built-in viewers for spreadsheets and word processing files are welcome, and the PlayBook gets extra credit for being fast and nimble on a dual-core 1GHz processor.

Throw in a 3MP front-facing camera, a 5MP rear-facing one, a bright and crisp 1200x600 resolution screen, a light 425g body and all the typical gyro, accelerometer and GPS sensors and you have the makings for a powerful 7-inch tablet.

As we discovered in our first hands on test, the PlayBook is sorely lacking third-party apps, but does show promise.

The powerful multi-tasking, where you can run a video in one window and play a game in another with both apps running concurrently, is a first of its kind for a mainstream tab.

File storage capabilities, support for an HDMI connection for playing 1080p video and a slick interface make the PlayBook an interesting anomaly. Unfortunately, the overall experience can't compete with either the iPad 2 or the Xoom, and even falters compared to the original Samsung Galaxy Tab.

Yet, we're still hopeful that Research in Motion (RIM) will keep working with developers (it gave them free PlayBooks if they created an app) and boost the device out of niche territory.

At $500 (£300) for the 16GB model we tested (there are also 32GB and 64GB versions available), the PlayBook is the same price as the entry-level 16GB Apple iPad 2.

Samsung announces the Galaxy M Style

2012-01-04T21:48:00.001-08:00

Samsung Electronics has unveiled a new smartphone with a 4 inch super AMOLED display titled "Galaxy M Style" in Korea.

Running Android 2.3 OS. the device has a 1 GHz single core processor, a 3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth 3.0, 4GB memory internal memory, DMB and 1650 mAh battery.

Running Android 2.3 OS. the device has a 1 GHz single core processor, a 3 megapixel camera.

The smartphone is just 9.9 mm thin that is said to give users a a comfortable grip. It comes in three colors - Platinum Silver, Blue Black and Lavender Pink with a price of more and less 500 US dollars.

Aakash Tablet Available Online for Rs 2500; Ubislate 7 in Jan 2012

2011-12-15T05:45:00.000-08:00

The Indian Government’s $35 ‘Aakash’ Tablet, which was launched for $47 (Rs 2250) in October, is now available for online purchase at Rs 2500 from Aakashtablet.com . The report also points out that an upgraded version of the tablet, dubbed as Ubislate 7, will be available in late January 2012, and is currently available for pre-order.

Aakash Tablet: Aakash tablet, which the company is claiming as the student version of ‘Ubislate 7′, was designed, developed and manufactured by the Canadian based DataWind in collaboration with IIT Rajasthan, under the HRD Ministry’s National Mission on Education through Information & Communication Technology (NME-ICT). It runs on Android 2.2 and comes with a 7-inch screen, 366 Mhz Conexant processor with Graphics accelerator & HD Video processor, 256MB RAM, 2GB internal flash memory, External memory support of up to 32GB, 21oomAh battery, and WiFi connectivity. The tablet is also preloaded with its UbiSurfer browser which, according to the company, accelerates web pages by factors of 10x to 30x, and Nimbuzz instant messaging app.

The tablet can only be ordered from Aakashtablet.com and it will reportedly be shipped in a week’s time. The payment will happen through cash on delivery (CoD) with no pre-payments involved. Datawind states that this online availability is limited for individual buyers since it has already achieved pre-sale orders of about 400,000 tablets from individuals and corporates, and about 30,000 tablets are available for purchase at the moment, according to The Economic Times.

Ubislate 7: The commercially available mass market tablet which was earlier anticipated to be launched in November 2011, seems to have been pushed off to a January 2012 launch with a price tag of Rs 2,999. This tablet, according to the company, will be an upgraded version of the Aakash tablet and will feature a a newer Android version (Android 2.3 ‘Gingerbread’), better processor (700MHz), improved battery life (3200 mAh), SIM and phone functionality and support for Wi-Fi with GPRS. One can currently pre-book this tablet, following which a booking ID will be mailed to you.

Galaxy Tab 8.9

2011-12-12T23:48:00.000-08:00

Short Version
The Galaxy Tab 8.9 is a nearly perfect size and weight and, thanks to a few user experience updates, it is an excellent vehicle for Android Honeycomb 3.2. In many cases the dreaded Android lag is gone and 8.9 screen size is, like the Baby Bear’s porridge, just right.

Features:

8.9-inch screen
Android Honeycomb 3.2
16GB storage
Front and rear cameras
$479 with free phone

Pros:

Thin and light
TouchWiz UI Improves Honeycomb
9 hour battery life

Cons:

No expandable storage
$50 less than the 10.1
LTE version is bundled with contract

The Galaxy Tab 8.9, announced earlier this month, is now available on AT&T’s LTE network. This model is part of a package that comes with a Galaxy S II – probably one of the best Android phones I’ve used yet – and requires a service plan. These are the first things to consider before looking deeper into this particular device.

Purchasing considerations aside, how does this 1.5Ghz Qualcomm MSM8660 dual-core device perform? I’m happy to report that it runs quite admirably, hitting 9 hours of battery life on a single charge and acceptable performance on AT&T’s LTE and 4G networks.

What Is It?
The device has, as the name implies, an 8.9-inch screen and is amazingly thin and light. At 15.8 ounces it is one ounce heavier than the Kindle Fire and much lighter than the 22 oz iPad 2. The screen, a 1,280×800 pixel 16:9 PLS TFT LCD, is bright and the touchscreen responsive and this is probably the first Android tablet that felt “fluid” in terms of user experience and app speed.

There is no removable storage and you get about 12GB available for your own media. It has a front 2-megapixel camera and a rear 3-megapixel camera with auto-focus. The shots, as expected, are not Ansel Adams quality but, in their own way, acceptable.

There is a power button on the top left, audio controls next to that button, and a headphone jack. There is a small SIM card slot on the right top edge and two speakers on the bottom that offer slightly muffled audio, especially when the device is laid along its bottom edge (the part where the Samsung logo is embossed).

The Good
The device does everything acceptably well. Video playback is smooth and it supports 3GP, MP4, AVI, WMV, FLV, and MKV playback as well as your standard audio files. I gave it a quick Netflix playback test and got about 5 hours of straight streaming – two movies worth – before the battery was catastrophically low. On board playback sees about 8 hours although your milage may vary.

As for the screen size, I quite like it. It’s thin, light, and the screen is bright and readable. It was fine outdoors, but it’s obviously not ideal for outdoor use. It makes an excellent e-reader, as well, especially since it is lighter than many similarly-priced tablets.

The TouchWiz UI adds little in the way of improvement to the standard Honeycomb experience but it does add a few simple tools that make the tablet easier to use. For example, there is a small arrow along the bottom edge that brings up a set of widgets like Calendar, Task Manager, and Calculator. These open as modal windows over the actual apps running in the background and allow for easier multi-tasking.

In the end the 8.9 reminds me, in a good way, of the old single-purpose PMPs of yore. It does quite a bit right and not much wrong and is an interesting and useful bedside, travel, and couch-surfing companion.

The Bad
First, this device is completely self-contained and does not support battery swapping or the addition of storage. Although you get a healthy 9 hours out of it.

Another software problem I experienced was the failure for many Youtube video to load in the standalone app. The player would load a few seconds and then repeat.

Other than that, there was little to disuade me from recommending this device, let alone reviewing it. You’re obviously going to be stuck with AT&T if you pick this up and you’re best served by living in a location with LTE access, but that’s the price you pay for progress.

If this were the Wi-Fi only model I’d find even more to love. The 16GB, non-AT&T version costs $399 and the 32GB is $549.

Bottom Line
I believe that there is such a thing as tablet fatigue and that it set in once the run up to the Motorola Xoom left everyone panting at CES last year. We don’t review a lot of Android tablets simply because we find many of them derivative at best. However, I believe that this device does its best to avoid the pitfall of fatigue. It is uniquely-sized, surprisingly responsive, and well-made. Purists will complain about the lack of removable storage and the overall pricing scheme because, if you’ll remember, this model comes bundled with a phone, the highly capable Galaxy S II.

You’re obviously going to have to compare this device with the Gal Tab 10 (and any smaller member of the Gal Tab family) as well as the cavalcade of Android devices out there. However, in looking at many devices over the past few months – including tablets of various stripes, both Android and Win7, and some lesser devices in the low $100s – I find this one to be superior to most. I feel that this is a strong, capable device that, if you’re looking to upgrade on AT&T, obviously, can make for a usable and exciting tablet.

HP Pavilion g4-1215dx

2011-12-11T23:36:00.000-08:00

HP Pavilion g4-1215dx comes with HP BrightView HD LED screen measuring 14 inches equipped with Altec Lansing speakers and SRS premium audio with an HDMI port. HP Pavilion g4-1215dx Notebook PC is equipped with switches TouchPad bertombol on / off switch that serves to support multi-touch gestures, and offers a choice of attractive colors such as Sonoma Red and Charcoal Grey.

HP Pavilion g4-1215dx Notebook PC was designed to express with perfect performance and full PC functionality so as to meet the needs of customers against connectivity and multimedia experience with a smooth and enjoyable. To better provide color and make the notebook more personal and expressive, HP provides the option of Snap-On with attractive designs.

The presence of the latest features of Microsoft in the drawing process that greatly facilitates the users, also with the use of Windows Live which can connect with Facebook social networking status. Image processing can easily be done, such as combining multiple photos at once, both the manipulation of the face to form a panorama. By combining the images to get a photo with maximum results. Edit a photo on the face to be easy, such as red eye feature on the eyes, to edit the acne on the face with just one click.

Design & Features

The Pavilion g4-1215dx won’t turn heads, but it doesn’t scream entry-level, either. It looks much like higher-end Pavilion models, in fact. It features a gray-and-black color scheme that won’t look out of place at the office or in your home. The lid and keyboard deck are made from a gray plastic, while the edges, keyboard, and screen bezel are a matte-black plastic. The case feels sturdy and doesn’t exhibit the worrisome flex that afflicts many budget models, including the Satellite L745D.

HP keeps branding to a minimum, outfitting the lid with a small logo in the corner.

Many budget models weigh in on the hefty side, but not the Pavilion g4-1215dx. It weighs 4.7 pounds, which is a good weight for a laptop with a 14-inch screen; it's a few ounces lighter than the 5.1-pound Toshiba Satellite L745D. The laptop measures 1.4x13.4x9.1 inches (HWD). Overall, it’s portable enough for frequent, if not daily, travel, yet it's big enough to act as an entertainment laptop in the home.

The lid is impressively thin, thanks in part to LED backlighting, while the left edge of the laptop features all of its ports and slots except for a lone USB 2.0 on the right edge.

Nothing about the display would indicate that it’s part of an entry-level laptop. The 14-inch screen features a 1,366x768 native resolution, which is standard for the size, and it uses LED backlighting, so the picture is bright.

The audio experience, and the Webcam above the screen, though, do betray this machine's budget roots. It seems HP tried to raise the bar with audio by including Altec Lansing-branded speakers, but the sound from them is merely average. It suffices for visits to YouTube and Hulu, but for feature-length movies with loud explosions or soft dialogue, you’ll want to use headphones or external speakers. In a similar vein, above the display is a decidedly entry-level Webcam with a 0.3-megapixel resolution. In our trials, it took grainy pictures and video.

Below the display is a keyboard that bucks the trend of Chiclet-style keys, in which each key is isolated from the other by a fixed border in the key bed. The keys here are best described as "faux Chiclet"; each key’s raised center makes it look Chiclet-style, even though their edges touch. Whatever you call this style of keyboard, we found it to be roomy and comfortable, with a soft feel when typing. And while accountants and other Excel jockeys may bemoan the lack of a number pad, we like the keyboard as it is: roomy and centered below the display.

The full-size keyboard doesn't feature Chiclet-style keys but is roomy and comfortable nonetheless.

Because there's no number pad, the touch pad is centered below the keyboard, which we also appreciate. The touch pad is merely a textured square on the wrist rest. We like this streamlined look, as well as the responsive feel the touch pad provides. It supports multi-touch gestures, such as pinch-to-zoom and two-finger scrolling. In the upper-left corner is a small dimple, which lets you disable and enable the touch pad when you double-tap it.

Features

The HP Pavilion g4-1215dx features a useful selection of ports, with one glaring omission. USB 3.0 connectivity is absent, so you’ll have to get by with a trio of USB 2.0 ports. You do get an HDMI port, in addition to the standard VGA video output. Headphone and mic jacks, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port, and an SD/MultiMediaCard slot round out the connectivity options. All the ports and slots, save a lone USB 2.0 port, are located on the laptop’s left side. 802.11n Wi-Fi is the only wireless connectivity to be found; Bluetooth and Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) aren’t offered, though that's hardly a surprise given the price.

Nor was the hard drive capacity. Most of today’s laptops feature at least a 500GB hard drive, but we weren’t surprised to find a 320GB hard drive on the Pavilion g4-1215dx. Again, though, for the price it will suffice. You’ll find the usual software suspects preloaded onto it, such as the ad-supported Starter 2010 version of Microsoft Office, and the CyberLink apps PowerDVD (a media player) and YouCam (Webcam software).

You also get 60 days of Norton Internet Security 2012, along with offers from Snapfish and eBay that clutter the drive. An e-book reader called Blio is also present, as is a selection of HP utilities such as HP MovieStore (a rebranded version of RoxioNow for renting or buying movies and TV shows) and HP MusicStore (a rebranded Rhapsody music subscription). These last three items could prove useful if you're into consuming a good amount of media, but most folks will want to clean up some or all of these utilities before installing their own software and services.

Samsung Galaxy Y - Low cost Smartphone

2011-12-11T07:24:00.000-08:00

The Samsung Galaxy Y, since entry level doesn’t necessarily mean a subpar device, and such devices often sell by the boatload. The Y stands for “young”, and means an affordable handset for teens or emerging markets in the sabout 8000 INR price .

Some of the Galaxy Y’s specs are marginally better than the Galaxy Mini, for example, like a slightly faster 832MHz processor and less weight, but the camera is 2MP vs 3MP in the Mini. The biggest improvement actually seems to be the Android OS version – we are running Gingerbread on the Galaxy Y.

We also have a design that is not your typical cheap black plastic handset, but is this an event enough to earn big sales in the low-end Android range, considering it's always crowded down there? Read on the review to find out...

In the box:

Samsung Galaxy Y handset
2GB microSD card
Wall charger
microUSB cable
Warranty and instructions leaflets

Design

The outer appearance of the Samsung Galaxy Y stand out with a silvery back cover and chrome-like rim around the screen half – only the front is black. Alright, one for the design team here, since it found a cheap way to break away from the mould.

Moreover, the battery cover has tapered edges and is dotted like snake skin, which make the phone easier to hold. The phone is very small, and gets lost in larger hands, but the 0.45” (11.5mm) thickness is just enough for a good grip. Needless to say, working it with one hand is not an issue, and your thumb reaches everywhere.

The basic 3” LCD display has 240x320 pixels of resolution, but it is fairly bright, and the viewing angles are decent. A slightly larger screen with better resolution would have managed to set it further apart, since now it sports a display equal to the previous lowest of the low from Samsung. Even at that small size, the interface still looks grainy due to the crappy resolution.


Front	Buttons below the display

The power/lock button on the right, and the volume rocker on the left are easy to feel, and get pressed with soft but distinct travel. We have a microUSB port at the top covered with a protective flap.

Price in India : INR 8000/-

Hero Impulse Price in India - 1500 cc Bike

2011-12-11T06:52:00.000-08:00

Hero Impulse the brand new bike of Hero MotoCorp said to be a dirt bike that is also an efficient on-road vehicle.

With nitrox-gas filled mono-shocks, high ground clearance, large front wheel and stud type tread pattern. Hero Impulse is quite an interesting bike.

Hero Impulse Mileage: 40 ~ 55 KMPL
Hero Impulse Features & Specifications:

150cc, Air Cooled Single Cylinder Engine
Maximum Power: 13.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque: 13.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
5-Speed Gearbox
Front Disc Brake and Rear Drum Brake
Sporty Design – Tall Stance, Slim weist and High Tail
Many Color options with stylish body graphics
Monoshock Rear Suspension
Long Range front suspension
LED Tail Lights
Fuel tank Capacity: 12 Litres
Wheelbase: 135mm
Ground clearance: 244 mm
Weight: 119.1 Kg

Hero Impulse Price in India: Rs. 66,800/- (ex-showroom Delhi Prices) will soon be available in metros and Tier-I cities.

Nokia Lumia 710 goes on sale today

2011-12-09T21:21:00.000-08:00

Nokia doesn’t have many Windows Phone devices. In fact, its first one, the Nokia Lumia 800 only hit the market recently. Well, it looks like the phone isn’t going to be so lonely anymore. Nokia has announced that starting today, the Nokia Lumia 710, which was unveiled at the same time as the Lumia 800, will be available for purchase. The phone will be available in select countries (US still yet to be determined, but we’ll probably find out after the T-Mobile/Nokia event) starting with Taiwan today.

Other countries that will be selling the device include Singapore, Russia, Hong Kong and India. Let’s hope it won’t take too long to reach our shores. Specs of the Lumia 710: 1.4GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 processor, Adreno 205 GPU, 512MB of RAM, 3.7″ 800 x 480 display, 8GB of internal storage, 5-megapixel rear camera, Windows Phone 7.5 (Mango), 3G HSPA+ connectivity, and a 1,300mAh battery.

Nokia Lumia 710 Windows Smartphone Technical Specifications:

3G, WCDMA (HSPA+) / Quadband GSM (900/1800/1900)

3.7” inch (480 x 800 Pixels) ClearBlack AMOLED Display

1.4 GHz SIngle Core Processor + 512MB RAM

8GB Memory

5 Megapixel Camera (28 mm wide angle) with LED Flash, 720p Video Recording and Autofocus

Xbox Live Hub for Gaming and Zune Player for Music

Wireless 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth v2.1

Integrated A-GPS receivers with Nokia Maps

Facebook integration with phonebook

Stereo Fm Radio

Nokia 1300 mAh battery

Talk time up to 455 Minutes

Standby time up to 400 Hours

Dimensions: 119 x 62.4 x 12.5 mm

Weight: 125.5 gm

Nokia Lumia 710 Box Packs Includes:

Handset, Stereo Headset WH-208, Nokia Battery BP-3L, Charger AC-10, Charging and Data Cable CA-190CD

Designed for the low-end market, don’t expect this Windows Phone to cost a bomb when it hits our retail outlets.

Expected price : 16,600 INR ($332)
Buy Nokia Lumia 710 from Flipkart.com

Acer unveils ICS-ready Iconia Tab A200 tablet

2011-12-08T06:04:00.000-08:00

Acer has unveiled a new addition to its Iconia tablet series in the oddly familiar shape of the Iconia Tab A200. The budget-friendly A200 shares much of its hardware profile with the company's Iconia Tab A500 launched earlier in the year, although the former lacks a rear-facing camera and will come in 8GB and 16GB varieties only. When it first hits the shelves, the new tablet will run on Android 3.2 but Acer says that as soon as Google's next flavor of Android (codenamed Ice Cream Sandwich) is released in January 2012, the new tablet will be switched to the new operating system - with a free upgrade to Android 4.0 for existing A200 owners.

Although Acer says that its new Android tablet will be easy on the wallet, the company hasn't actually released any pricing information. As such, the high point of the announcement seems to be the Acer Ring interface overlay that provides easy access to apps from any screen - appearing when needed and hidden when not. The Iconia Tab A200 also includes social media consolidation with Acer's SocialJogger, placing networking feeds from portals like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr into one location.

The new tablet will be available in either red or gray, with a patterned soft-touch rear face. It will feature a 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 resolution multitouch display, an NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual core A9 processor running at 1GHz supported by 1GB RAM, and a 2 megapixel webcam in the front bezel. There'll be either 8GB or 16GB of onboard eMMC solid state storage - with microSD expansion, a full sized USB port, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR, and built-in GPS.

The device can also wirelessly share content with other DNLA-compliant devices via Acer's clear.fi technology, and users in the U.S. and Canada will get access to Netflix. The 3260 mAh/24.1 W Lithium Polymer battery is said to be good for 400 hours on standby or 8 hours of video playback.

The Iconia Tab A200 is set for a Q1 release in the UK, with pricing yet to be been finalized. An announcement on U.S. availability is due in the next few weeks.

Acer has also told us that a product page will appear shortly. Until then, the tablet's notable features are overviewed in the following promo video from Acer:

Lenovo ThinkPad X130e laptop - for Student

2011-12-08T05:58:00.000-08:00

Lenovo has announced a new laptop specifically tailored for schools and students - the Lenovo ThinkPad X130e. Featuring school-proof reinforced, yet lightweight design, the new 11.6-incher from Lenovo comes with multimedia- and web content-capable hardware and battery that should last throughout the entire school day, or even a bit longer.

While the ThinkPad line is quite well-known for durability, the reality of classroom use has prompted Lenovo to go the extra mile. The X130e is equipped with a top cover rubber bumper, rugged enclosure corners (to resist damage when dropped at an angle), hinges good for up to 30,000 cycles, recessed ports, a stronger, island-style keyboard, as well as 1.2 mm thick bezel protecting the LED panel. Its 6-cell battery is reportedly good for 8.5 hours and it weighs in at a totable 3.93 lbs (1.78kg).

The X130e runs Windows 7 OS and is powered by Intel Core i3-2367M ULV, AMD Fusion E-300, or AMD Fusion E-450 CPUs (each equipped with a GPU), as well as 2GB of RAM (upgradeable up to 8GB). Students can present their homework on a larger display connecting it to the X130e via HDMI, or VGA ports. Other connectivity options include Ethernet port, audio and microphone ports, two USB ports, WiFi and Bluetooth. File storage is provided by a choice of 320GB and 500GB HDDs, or 128GB SSD. The laptop also features the red pointing stick that serves as a navigation solution, 4-in-1 media card reader and a low-light webcam.

Lenovo also offers a range of optional services and customization for X130e, including:

aset tags to help keep track of lost PCs
BIOS modifications
custom imaging and a selection of color options
Accidental Damage Protection
Hard Drive Retention (when a faulty HDD is replaced with a new one by Lenovo, the old storage device can be kept by the user with all its data)

Lenovo ThinkPad X130e will be available beginning December 20, with a starting price of US$469.

Nokia X2-02 Dual SIM Phone - Prize in India

2011-12-07T05:03:00.000-08:00

Nokia just unveiled the latest addition to its featurephone lineup. The Nokia X2-02 is a dual-SIM phone running on the Series 40 UI that relies mainly on its attractive price tag to attract customers.
The Nokia X2-02 is built around a 2.2" LCD of QVGA resolution (240×320 pixels). It has a couple of SIM slots, a SIM manager that makes managing them easier and even allows hot-swapping of SIM cards.

There's a 2MP camera and an FM radio receiver, an FM transmitter and a 3.5mm audio jack onboard the Nokia X2-02. The microSD card slot allows you to expand the storage by up to 32GB, so you can have all the space you need for your music collection. A microUSB port enables easy transferring of said collection.
The Nokia X2-02 lacks 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity, so you're stuck with EDGE if you want to browse the web on this one.

Reliance plans to offer low-cost 4G service on Rs 3500-tablets‎

2011-12-06T05:35:00.000-08:00

After Reliance Industries acquired Infotel Broadband it was a foregone conclusion that the group would make a big move into the telecom sector.

Now, according to an Economic Times report, Reliance Industries in keen to provide low-cost tablets powered by high-speed data services by the end of next year.

The petroleum-to-retail giant is planning to launch tablets at as low a price as Rs 3,500 bundled with a high-speed data offering of 1 GB at Rs 10, which the ET report says is about one-tenth of the current 3G prices.

Infotel was the only entity to get pan-India licence in the auction of Broadband Wireless Access spectrum conducted by the government last year, and thus RIL now is the only company to have pan-India spectrum to offer wireless broadband services on the 4G technology platform having paid Rs 13,000 crore (Rs 130 billion) for these airwaves.

The company had earlier planned to launch services by mid next year on data cards that could be plugged into computers and laptops, the ET report added.

If RIL does indeed launch Rs 3,500-tablets with affordable 4G data services, it would create a major upheaval in the telecom industry, effectively nullifying 'the business case for 3G for existing mobile operators all of whom on an average offer 1 GB of downloads for Rs 100 currently', says the report.

Nokia Asha 303-Features,Specifications and Price in India

2011-12-04T23:07:00.000-08:00

The Nokia Asha 303 is a touchscreen phone with a full QWERTY keypad that gives you the advantage of using a touch or type input, to meet your specific needs. This Nokia phone runs on Series 40 operating system and is designed to give you a smooth user experience. This Asha series phone has a 2.6-inch capacitive touchscreen that gives you a clear display while handling. The Nokia Asha 303 is loaded with a 1 GHz processor. This phone has a 3.2 megapixel camera with fixed focus that can take pictures and record videos.

Key Features

Series 40 OS
3.2 MP Primary Camera
2.6-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
1 GHz Processor
QWERTY Keypad
FM Radio
Wi-Fi Enabled
Expandable Storage Capacity Of 32 GB

Design

The Nokia 303 is crafted to fit well in the palm of your hands. This easy to carry phone has the camera and speakers loaded at the back of the device. The right side of this Nokia phone has a dedicated volume rocker that lets you control volume levels while using the phone. It also has a lock key that allows you to lock you phone with ease. The top of the Nokia 303 has a USB port and a 3.5 mm jack.

Battery and Storage

This Nokia Asha series phone is powered by a Li-Ion 1300 mAh battery that gives you a talk time of up to 8 hours on 2G and up to 7 hours on 3G. This mobile phone when fully charged gives you a standby time of up to 720 hours on 2G and 840 hours on 3G. The Nokia 303 handset has an internal memory of 100 MB and is expandable up to 32 GB using microSD, microSDHC cards.

Connectivity and Features

This handset from Nokia is built to support GPRS, EDDE, 3G and Wi-Fi platforms. The Nokia Asha 303 has a preloaded Nokia Browser that you could use to surf the pages of the web. This mobile phone is enabled with Email and Push Email that lets you keep in touch with your personal and professional work environments efficiently.

This Asha series phone has Bluetooth and a micro USB port with which you can connect to other compatible devices. Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Flickr and Orkut are supported on the Nokia 303 to help you keep in touch with friends and share your views with the world. This Nokia handset supports conference calling and lets you talk to many friends at the same time.

Price (Indian Rupees): Expected Price:Rs.7925

Price (USD): Expected Price: $176.11 approx

5 Mega Pixel Camera Phone at Rs.5999 !!!

2010-09-08T07:00:00.000-07:00

The new Nokia X2 is the cheapest Price mobile phone from Nokia with 5 Megapixel camera.Nokia X2 is also the cheapest price mobile in the new launched Nokia X series mobile phones.Nokia X2 is a good music mobile phone featuring dual speakers, dedicated music keys, FM stereo and 3.5mm headphone jack.Nokia X2 also features quick launch of Facebook from the homescreen and comes with Nokia Messaging for email and IM.
Nokia X2 features :

Candybar form factor
2.2-inch QVGA screen
13mm thin
Weight 81gm
Dual speakers
Dedicated music keys
FM stereo
microSD card
Bluetooth 2.1
3.5mm headphone jack
USB 2.0
Ovi Player
Windows Media Player 11.
Direct access to Facebook from the homescreen
access to apps from Ovi Store
5 megapixel camera

Nokia X2 Price in India

Nokia X2 Price in India : The new Nokia X2 is launched in India at price of Rs.5,999.It is the cheapest price 5 megapixel camera mobile phone available from Nokia.It is now available in the market.

Samsung Champ And Samsung Omnia Lite – Samsung Smartphones Priced Relatively Low

2010-08-14T07:41:00.000-07:00

India is going to have upgraded Samsung smartphones. Samsung Champ andSamsung Omnia Lite B7300 are making waves in the market for their great functions combined with low price.

Samsung Champ has already become the centre of attraction for its cost as it is the cheapest smartphone available in India and touchscreen facility that usually is not found at such low cost. Samsung Omnia Lite B7300 will be mid priced hanset.

At the launch of these handsets, Samsung divulged that these phones have been specially designed by keeping Indian market in mind, as the people here want best at a low cost. Samsung mobiles did the same, they are offering the best with Samsung Champ and Samsung Omnia Lite at a relatively low cost, as compared to its competitors in the mobile market.

Samsung Champ is priced at Rs. 4,100 for facilities like QVGA 2.4 touchscreen, 240×320 pixels display, 1.3 MP camera, 8GB expandable memory and muc more.

Whereas, Samsung Omnia Lite costs, Rs. 17,000 for TFT resistive touchscreen at 3 inches screen size and 240X400 pixels display, 250 internal memory and microSD expandable support of 32GB.
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 professional Operating system will be pre-loaded on Samsung Omnia Lite and 800Mhz processor that will help faster processing on this handset.

Here are some of the features of the Champ.

GSM / GPRS / EDGE
2.4-inch touchscreen display
Li – Ion 1000mAh battery with 12 hours talktime and standby time of 660 hours
1.3 megapixel camera
Internal storage of 30 MB and MicroSD card slot with upto 8GB
Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP
Music player and FM radio
Video formats support: MPEG4 and H.263
Audio format support : MP3
3D sound effects
Dual speaker
3.5mm headset jack

LCD/Plasma Tv

2010-08-13T20:45:00.000-07:00

Model

Approx. Price

Videocon HAUTE VBL19 SBG

Videocon HAUTE VBL19 SBG LCD TV is equipped with 19 Inch screen size and 1366 x 768 screen resolution. It has 6000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness ratio, 16:9 Aspect Ratio and 5 ms response time.

Rs. 9990.00

Videocon VLL19SBH

Videocon VLL19SBH LCD TV supports a 19 inch screen, 1400 x 900 screen resolution, 300 cd/m2, 15000:1 contrast ratio, 2 speakers, 5.9 ms response time, 16:9 aspect ratio, blue screen, auto sound leveller and child lock.

Rs. 9990.00-10990.00

Sansui SFL19SBH

Sansui SFL19SBH LCD TV has a 19 inch display screen, 1366 x 768 screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness ratio, 30000:1 contrast ratio, 2 speakers, 16:9 aspect ratio, blue screen mode and auto sound leveller.

Rs. 13,990

Sony KLV-22BX300

The Sony KLV-22BX300 LCD TV is equipped with a 22 Inch screen with 1366 x 768 screen resolution. Other features included are 100 channels, brightness sensor, 16:9 aspect ratio, HDMI, USB Ports, Hotel mode, Blue screen, auto off, auto sound

Rs. 16,900

Videocon VLL22SBH

Videocon VLL22SBH LCD TV supports a 22 inch screen, 1366 x768 screen resolution, 350 cd/m2, 30000:1 contrast ratio, 2 speakers, 5.9 ms response time, 16:9 aspect ratio, game capability, hotel mode, blue screen, auto sound leveller and child lock.

Rs. 14990.00

Videocon VBL22SBH

Videocon VBL22SBH is a 22 Inch LCD TV with 1366 x 768 pixels screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness ratio and 20000:1 Dynamic Contrast ratio. It is equipped with 2 speakers with surround sound options, 8ms response time and 16:9 Aspect

Rs. 18,000

LG 22LU11UR

LG 22LU11UR LCD TV is equipped with a 22 Inch screen size, 1366 x 768 pixels screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness sensor, 15000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 2 speakers, 5 MS response time, 16:9 Aspect Ratio, blue screen, auto off, auto sound leveler, child lock and on/off

Rs. 19,500

LG 26LU11UR

26LU11UR LCD TV is equipped with a 26 Inch screen size, 1366 x 768 pixels screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness sensor, 60000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 2 speakers, 5 MS response time, 16:9 Aspect Ratio, blue screen, auto off, auto sound leveler, child lock and on/off timer.

Rs. 29,000

LG 26LU10UR

26LU10UR LCD TV is equipped with a 26 Inch screen size, 1366 x 768 pixels screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness sensor, 60000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, 2 speakers, 5 MS response time, 16:9 Aspect Ratio, blue screen, auto off, auto sound leveler, child lock and on/off timer.

Rs. 29,500

Onida 32 Diamond

Onida 32 Diamond LCD TV is equipped with a 32 Inch screen size, 1920 x 1080 pixels screen resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness sensor, 70000:1 Contrast Ratio, 2 speakers, 16:9 Aspect Ratio, hotel mode, blue screen, auto off, auto sound leveler, child lock and on/off

Rs. 33,000

Canon Cameras

2010-08-13T20:38:00.000-07:00

Model

Approx. Price

Canon PowerShot SX120 IS

Canon PowerShot SX120 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 10x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. The Canon PowerShot SX120 sports a 3 inch LCD screen and has features like face detection and Image Stabilizer.

Rs. 10245.00-15499.00

Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS

The Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS is a 12.1 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 4x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. The Digital IXUS 110 IS sports a 2.8 inch LCD screen, with features like face detection

Rs. 17995.00

Canon Digital IXUS 95 IS

The Canon Digital IXUS 95 IS is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It sports a 2.5 inch LCD screen and a self-timer. The Digital IXUS 95

Rs. 8595.00-10644.00

Canon PowerShot SX200 IS

The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is a 12.1 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. PowerShot SX200 IS is equipped with 12x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It sports a 3 inch LCD screen, with face detection, Image Stabilizer, and Motion detection and Blink detection features.

Rs. 12395.00-17890.00

Canon PowerShot A480

The Canon PowerShot A480 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 3.3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It sports a 2.5 inch LCD screen, with a built in flash, auto flash and red eye reduction features.

Rs. 5699.00

Canon PowerShot A1100 IS

The Canon PowerShot A1100 IS is a 12.1 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 4x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. The PowerShot A1100 IS sports a 2.5 inch LCD screen, Optical Viewfinder, Image Stabilizer, Face Detection and Macro Mode.

Rs. 8240.00

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

The PowerShot SX10 IS is a 10 megapixel prosumer camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 20x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. The PowerShot SX10 IS sports a 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical zoom viewfinder, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual Controls.

Rs. 20499.00

Canon EOS 1D Mark III

The Canon EOS 1D Mark III is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a CCD sensor. It is equipped with 10x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. The EOS 1D Mark III has a 3 inch LCD screen and is equipped with features like face detection and Image Stabilizer.

Rs. 225,000

Canon Digital IXUS 120 IS

Digital IXUS 120 IS

Rs. 11329.00-11645.00

Canon Powershot A495

Canon Power shot A495 is an entry level camera equipped with 10 MP CCD Sensor and 2.5 Inch screen size .It has 3.3x optical zoom, 4x Digital Zoom, Image stabilization, USB Cable and Audio video interface, This lightweight, compact camera

Rs. 5495.00-6029.00

Maxx Mobile

2010-08-13T20:31:00.000-07:00

Model

Approx. Price

Maxx MX 120

Maxx MX120 is a GSM mobile handset equipped with 128x128pixels screen resolution, 65K-color display and 1.4 inch screen size. It has a long battery backup and supports 2 GB expandable phone memory card slot. It features MP3 Player, FM Radio,

Rs. 1,895

Maxx CD 11

Maxx CD 11 is a CDMA mobile handset equipped with 128x160pixels screen resolution, 65K-color display and 1.5 inch screen size. It is a very low cost mobile with a long battery life and also features FM radio, Polyphonic, MP3 Ring

Rs. 2,100

Maxx MX124

Maxx MX124 Dual Sim GSM Handset is a bar shaped phone. This GSM Handset supports a 1.5 Inch screen with 262 K color display, 2 GB MicroSD card extendable memory and an integrated Stereo FM Radio.

Rs. 2,200

Maxx MX 362

Maxx MX 362 GSM Mobile Handset is equipped with 1.8 inch screen size and 65 K Color Display, It supports 2 GB Expandable phone memory, connectivity options like GPRS, Bluetooth, USB, Integrated camera and stereo FM Radio.

Rs. 2,595

Maxx MX122B

Maxx MX122B GSM Mobile is a bar shaped Dual SIM Handset is equipped with 1.8 Inch screen size and 65 K color display. It supports a regular keypad, connectivity options like GPRS, an integrated camera and inbuilt FM Radio.

Rs. 1745.00-2200.00

Maxx MX 533

Maxx MX 533 GSM Mobile is a bar shaped handset, with 2.2 Inch screen size and 262 K color display. It supports connectivity options like GPRS, Bluetooth and USB. It supports an integrated Camera, 2 GB Expandable Phone Memory and inbuilt FM Radio.

Rs. 2,695

Maxx MX 483

Maxx MX 483 is a Bar shaped, Dual Sim, GSM mobile phone with 2inch screen display, 220x176 pixels screen resolution and 262 K color display. It supports 2GB expandable phone memory card slot. This handset also features Bluetooth and GPRS

Rs. 2,795

Maxx MX534

Maxx MX534 GSM Mobile is a bar shaped Dual SIM Handset equipped with 2 Inch screen size and 262 K color display. It supports a regular keypad, connectivity options like Bluetooth, an integrated camera and inbuilt FM Radio.

Rs. 1995.00

Maxx MX 503

Maxx MX 503 is a low priced, Dual Sim GSM Mobile featuring Digital Camera and FM radio. It supports an expandable memory card slot of Up to 2GB.This mobile also features MP3 Player, E-Book Reader/Slide Show, Bluetooth connectivity and Mobile

Rs. 2,895

Maxx MX250

Maxx MX250 Dual Sim GSM Handset supports a 1.8 Inch screen with 65 K color display, 2 GB MicroSD card, GPRS, Bluetooth, USB, a digital Camera with video capture and an integrated Stereo FM Radio.

Rs. 2045.00

Sony Cybershot DSC-H55 – 14.1MP compact Digital Camera with 10x Optical zoom

2010-08-04T04:33:00.000-07:00

The new Sony Cybershot DSC-H55 is a 14.1 megapixel compact Digital Camera with 10x Optical zoom.
The detailed features of the new Sony Cybershot DSC-H55 Digital Camera are:

14.1 megapixel sensors
3.0 inch Clear Photo LCD
High performance G Lens offering 10x optical zoom
20x digital zoom
Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation
Sweep Panorama
720p HD movie recording
Face Detection/Smile Shutter
Intelligent Auto mode
Memory Stick™ PRO Duo, Memory Stick™ PRO-HG, SD or SDHC memory cards
USB 2.0 High Speed

Sony Cybershot DSC-H55 Price in India : The new Sony Cybershot DSC-H55 compact digital camera price will be around Rs.12,500.

Sony BRAVIA LCD HDTV

2010-08-04T04:26:00.000-07:00

Sony BRAVIA introduce the latest 40″-inch LCD HDTV with including excellent features. This is the amazing flat version LCD just only for your entertainment it has great quality of sound functions this is the best LCD HDTV.

It has including several excellent functions such as four HDMI inputs, 100,000:1 dynamic contrastratio, NTSC, 1920×1080 (1080p), video inputs, 240Hz refresh rate, ATSC (HD), VGA. It has built-in broadband Internet connectivity. This is the excellent Motionflow 240Hz refresh rate technology for maximum motion detail and clarity.

This is the excellent 40-inch Bravia XBR9 HDTV it has great Powerful performance and good design it is stylish and best for the home entertainment you can easily enjoy movies, TV shows, and videos with your family it has best positioning widgets that restraining the latest weather, news, sports and more directly on your TV screen.

The latest Sony BRAVIA LCD HDTV has also including the XBR9 incorporates advanced power saving Engine 3 digital video processor and 7 HD inputs (4 HDMI, 2 component and 1 PC).

This is the best offer of Sony BRAVIA many in other companies also offer latest LCD HDTV in market but this latest Sony BRAVIA is different to others it is better then any LCD it is available

Sony Onam Offers

2010-08-04T04:22:00.000-07:00

Sony India has targeted a turnover of Rs 100 crore from Kerala during this Onam season and has planned an investment of Rs 5.5 crore to consolidate its market position in the state.

The company has announced a wide range of consumer promotion offers for its products, such as combo offers, free installation and DVDs. It has introduced the home theatre combo offer which offers discount up to Rs 4,000 on combined purchase of any Bravia LCD TV and select home theatre systems. The scheme also offers free HDMI cable and installation service along with the purchase of home theatre system.

On a purchase of Sony Blu-ray disc player, customers get two Blu-ray titles of Michael Jackson’s ‘This is It’ and ‘The Last Legion’ for free. Sony has extended its Cyber-shot camera category with the introduction of the ultra compact S, W and H series with innovative sweep panorama feature. On offer are 22 models of Cyber-shot cameras starting at a special Onam price of Rs 5,990 and avail of the offer of a bundled 4GB memory card and a free carrying case.

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Nokia E61

2010-06-17T06:38:00.000-07:00

Thin is still in, but those of us who wanted a sleek and slim design in a smartphone, especially one with a QWERTY keyboard were out of luck until the Motorola Q came out on Verizon a few months back. What if Windows Mobile isn't to your liking, or you prefer a GSM world phone to Verizon's US-only offering? You were out of luck until Nokia surprised us with the sexy and capable E61 this summer. The E61 has it all: brilliant and roomy QVGA display, solid smartphone OS, WiFi, Bluetooth, a full QWERTY thumb keyboard and push email support including BlackBerry Connect, GoodLink, Seven and Visto. WiFi is particularly yummy since BlackBerries, Palm Treos and the Motorola Q all lack WiFi.

The E61 runs Nokia's S60 3rd Edition on Symbian OS 9.1 and comes with full PIM applications, email client, a superb web browser and applications to read, edit and create MS Office documents. Not only that, it looks really, really good and measures only .55" thin. In the US, the Nokia E61 is offered by CompUSA, Tiger Direct, some independent T-Mobile dealers (such as Skylight Wireless in the Dallas Metroplex area who supplied our review unit) and importers. Importers generally sell it for a truly affordable $350 unlocked with no contract while CompUSA sells it for considerably more. The E61 is a quad band world phone with EDGE and Euro-3G (not compatible with US 3G). You can use the phone with any GSM provider, which means Cingular and T-Mobile in the US. Since the E61 is a business phone, it does not have a camera, but the newer E61i adds a camera. The E61 is available in several localized versions for different countries and languages. All have full support for English but the QWERTY keyboard on the Middle Eastern one is bilingual with both English and Arabic in the case of our Middle Eastern review unit (which came with both English and Arabic manuals). The Spanish version adds a few non-English characters (this is the one that's generally cheapest and easiest to find on eBay as of this writing). So if you're buying sight unseen, check with the seller to see which version they're selling. Cingular is rumored to release the Nokia E62 later this year, which is the same as the E61 but it deletes WiFi and 3G.

Display: 16 million color 320 x 240 (QVGA) display. Screen size diagonally: 2.8 ", landscape orientation.

Battery: Nokia BP-5L Lithium Ion rechargeable. Battery is user replaceable. 1500 mA. Claimed talk time on GSM networks: 4.3-9.5 hours. Claimed standby: 13-17 days.

Performance: Texas Instruments OMAP 235 MHz CPU. 64 megs of flash memory for storage and typically 22.5 megs RAM available for running programs after boot.

Size: 4.6 x 2.74 x .55 inches (117 mm x 69.7 mm x 14 mm). Weight: 5.08 ounces (144 g).

Phone: GSM quad band world phone supporting the 850/900/1800/1900MHz bands with GPRS, EDGE and UMTS on the 2100MHz band for Europe.

Camera: None.

Audio: Built in speaker, mic and Pop-Port jack. Mono headset included but will output stereo to Nokia's optional stereo Pop-Port headsets. Voice Recorder, Music Player (MP3) and RealPlayer included.

Networking: Integrated WiFi 802.11b /g and Bluetooth 1.2.

Software: Contacts, calendar, tasks, notes, Office suite (read and write Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents), PDF viewer, Navigator GPS application (requires optional Bluetooth GPS), Pro Golf Contest 2, memory card manager, Java VM, Messaging client (SMS, MMS, POP3 and IMAP email), Nokia PTT (Push To Talk), web and WAP browsers, voice recorder, Gallery, Converter, Calculator, File Manager, RealPlayer, Flash Lite, Zip Manager, theme manager, application manager, Transfer (transfer contacts, calendar and some phone settings to or from another S40 or S60 phone), music player, clock, printer managment app.

Expansion: 1 miniSD slot. 64 meg card included.

Five new features for the 2010 iPod Touch 4G

2010-06-08T05:23:00.000-07:00

Apple announced its new iPhone 4 today (which many got a peek at months ago on Gizmodo). The new iPhone is faster, has a longer battery life and lots of new features like a front-facing camera.

All of which got me wondering what we can expect from the fourth-generation iPod Touch when it comes out soon. Apple has unveiled a new iPod Touch each September for the past three years so I think it's reasonable to assume they'll come out with the fourth-generation version this fall.

My first-generation 8GB iPod Touch has seemed sluggish for awhile now and its processor is so slow that the latest iPhone 0S 4.0 -- with neat new features like multitasking -- won't even run on it.

There are some features the existing iPod Touch has that I envy, like a built-in speaker (so I can hear music when I forget my earphones) and a mic (so I can use Skype). But those features have never seemed to quite justify spending $300 for an upgrade, since my existing model still does almost everything I want it to.

All of which got me wondering what it would take for me to upgrade to a new model when the new iPod Touch comes out this September. Interestingly, while some have complained the iPad is nothing more than a big iPod Touch, a lot of my wish list is based on making the Touch more like a smaller iPad. Here's my full wish list:

1. A camera. The iPod Touch's lack of a camera has been one of its most obvious drawbacks compared to the iPhone since Day 1. If the new Touch came out with a camera on the back and the front (for video chats) like the iPhone 4 that would be ideal, but I'd settle for just a single camera on the back so I can take a quick picture or video when I feel like it.

2. Longer battery life. One of the few things that really impressed me about the iPad (and there isn't much) is its crazy-long battery life -- 10 hours of video watching compared to six hours on the Touch. If Apple has figured out a way to power the huge iPad for 10 hours, I don't see why they can't apply the same technology to the Touch.

3. Automatic syncing. Given the iPod Touch has WiFi, I don't see why you still have to plug it into your PC to sync it with iTunes. Even the Zune has wireless syncing, for goodness sakes. I'd also like to see the ability to automatically download all podcasts you subscribe to directly to the Touch instead of having to do them one by one like you do now. I can see why this is limited on the iPhone -- all those downloads could clog the cellular data networks. But I see no reason why it's not available on WiFi.

4. 3G. This is probably the least likely to materialize but I wish the iPod Touch -- like the iPad -- had the ability to access the Internet through 3G cellular networks. I have no interest in buying an iPhone -- the voice and data plans are prohibitive. But every now and then I wish I could access the Internet on my iPod Touch while out of a WiFi zone -- like when I get lost driving and need directions back to the highway, for example. A pricing scheme like the iPad, where you pay by the month without a contract, would be ideal. If you go on a big road trip and want to be able to use the Touch for driving directions, you just sign-up for 3G that month and you're good to go.

5. A price drop. I know, how greedy can I get? I ask for four new features then want to pay less, too? But almost every new version of the iPod Touch or iPhone has come with -- at the very least -- a price drop on some models. It may not be realistic, but this is my wishlist. What would really convince me to upgrade my iPod Touch would be all these new features -- plus at least 16GB of storage -- for $199.

Karbon Mobiles K 310

2010-05-20T21:39:00.001-07:00

K 310

Features:
Single SIM
Low Cost Multimedia Phone
Long Battery Life
MP3 Player
FM Radio and Sound Recorder
Upto 2GB Expandable Memory

Karbon Mobiles K 332

2010-05-20T21:38:00.001-07:00

K 332

Features:
Double SIM
GPRS / MMS / WAP
Low Cost Phone
Dual Card Dual Standby, single working
Longtime Standby
FM
MP3
Torch

Karbon Mobiles K 460

2010-05-20T21:23:00.000-07:00

K 460

Features:
Dual GSM SIM
GPRS / MMS / WAP
Music player
Bluetooth
FM Radio
Digital Camera

Nokia N97

2009-09-25T22:09:00.000-07:00

Part of the company's high-end N series of multimedia computers, the N97 trumps all previous models with a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard and a tilting 3.5-inch touch screen (anyone else reminded of the AT&T Tilt or Sony Ericsson Xperia X1?). Yes, there's the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet, but the N97 includes phone capabilities and is designed for the "needs of Internet-savvy consumers."

For example, the smartphone provides easy access to a number of social-networking sites, and the Web browser supports streaming Flash videos. The N97 also introduces something Nokia calls "social location," which uses the capabilities of the integrated A-GPS sensors and electronic compass to automatically update users' social networks, or let them share their location via photos or videos with friends.

The Home screen can be personalized with widgets of favorite Web and social-networking sites. Finally, the N97 is fully compatible with Nokia's Ovi Internet services, which include the Nokia Music Store, Nokia Maps, and the N-Gage gaming platform--though these services have yet to fully launch in the United States.

The Symbian-based smartphone also features a music and video player, a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, and a whopping 32GB of onboard memory that can be expanded with a 16GB microSD card.

The quad-band (GSM 850/900/1800/1900) world phone is HSDPA-capable handset, but it currently supports only the 900/1900/2100MHz bands (AT&T's 3G network runs on 850/1900MHz, while T-Mobile runs on 1700/2100MHz). There is integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, however.

The Nokia N97 is expected to ship in Europe during the first half of 2009, with an estimated price of 550 euros ($695). As Crave reader UKStory1355 humorously and astutely noted in our blog post yesterday, "Like it matters to U.S. citizens; we won't see it for 18 months, anyway," there is no official word on when we'll see the N97 stateside. Heck, we're still waiting for the Nokia N96.

Of course, there's always the possibility of buying the smartphone unlocked, and who knows? Maybe Nokia will surprise us.

Obviously, the Nokia N97 takes a jab at other popular touch-screen smartphones, namely the Apple iPhone 3G, T-Mobile G1, and Research In Motion BlackBerry Storm, but will it succeed? It certainly has the substance and style to take on the big boys, but will it go the way of the Xperia X1, in which the lack of a U.S. carrier and a high price tag will severely limit its adoption in the States?

Either way, we think that the Nokia N97 looks like a pretty sweet device, and we're looking forward to having some personal hands-on time with it. Above is a Nokia-produced video of the N97. I'd love to hear your initial thoughts

HP ProBook Business notebooks

2009-05-08T21:24:00.001-07:00

HP ProBook

The HP ProBook 4510s is the latest 15.6" business notebook designed to provide solid performance at a low price for small and medium businesses. If your company wants the HP Elitebook 8530p but doesn't have the budget to spend $1,350 per laptop, the ProBook 4510s might be a good alternative at a starting price of just $529. Is this budget-priced business notebook destined for success? Take a look at our full review to find out.

Our pre-production review unit of the ProBook 4510s is configured as follows:

* Intel Core 2 Duo T6570 Processor (2.1GHz, 2MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB)
* Microsoft Genuine Windows Vista Business (with option for Windows XP downgrade)
* 15.6-inch LED-backlit anti-glare HD display (1366 x 768)
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
* 2GB DDR2 800MHz RAM
* 250GB 5400RPM HDD
* LightScribe DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
* WiFi (802.11a/b/g/draft-n), Ethernet, Modem, and Bluetooth Connectivity
* 8-Cell 63WHr Battery
* Limited 1-year standard parts and labor warranty
* Dimensions: 1.25" x 14.6" x 9.83"
* Weight: 5.8lbs
* Price as configured: $749

Build and Design
The HP ProBook 4510s is a business notebook designed to meet the needs of small and medium businesses ... in other words, it needs to have a good balance of features and security at a low price. That said, small and medium business notebooks tend to have a very basic build and deign in order to help bring down the cost of production. At first glance, the ProBook 4510s looks very similar to a HP EliteBook 8530p with a new keyboard and all black finish. Unfortunately, the design similarities stop there.

HP received much praise for the strong magnesium alloy chassis used in the EliteBook series of business notebooks. Unfortunately, in order to lower the cost and weight of the notebook the ProBook 4510s is constructed mostly of plastic. The base of the laptop flexes heavily under pressure, the palmrests likewise bow under the weight of your wrists, and the back of the screen lid is similarly prone to flex. The plastics used in the 4510s should hold up fine if the notebook is being used as an office desktop replacement, but the chassis might not survive multiple drops off a desk or the kind of abuse you expect from a mobile workforce. On the bright side, the new keyboard is pretty firm except for a very minor amount of flex around the directly above the optical drive (more on that later). The key point to remember in this section is that the ProBook 4510s looks pretty nice, but isn't as rugged as more expensive business notebooks.

Hero Honda Glamour

2009-03-20T05:49:00.000-07:00

Hero Honda Glamour
With Hero Honda Glamour, the name tells all. Bikers who prefer stylish looks in bikes to come with four essential attributes - reasonable price, ease of handling, good after-sales maintenance support and acceptable resale value - love this exceptionally good-looking bike. The new Hero Honda Glamour looks all the better with enhanced graphics and other details and continues to sell to the discerning. Hero Honda Glamour is available in self-start (129 kg) and kick-start (125 kg) versions

Looks

Tubular double cradle type body frame
Trendy Visor
Large macho petrol tank with eye-catching graphics
Elegant Tri-pod head panel
Black alloy wheels
Black painted engine chain and case
Body colored rear grip
Body colored louvers on visor
Body colored rear view mirror
Catchy design of smoke exhaust and guard
Mind-blowing red and black visual contrasts
Voluptuous front fairing
Dual-tone theme on the front mudguard and chain guard
The side and rear panels blend well with each other
Control

Maximum speed is 120 kmph
Powerful pick-up increases with servicing
Quantum core air-cooled, four-stroke and single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 124.7 cc
Max power 6.72 KW @ 7000 RPM
Self/Kick start, Weight: 125 kg (kick) 129 kg (self)
Extremely well-balanced
Low engine noise
Super smooth four speed constant mesh gears
Front brakes: 240 mm Disc with Non asbestos type pad, Drum brakes are internal expanding shoe type
Rear brakes: Internal expanding shoe type drum brakes
Multi-plate wet type clutch
Comfort

35w, multi-reflector type halogen bulb enhances night riding safety
Good balance and low engine noise
Comfortable seats good for both the family and the solo rider
Thicker tyre increases bike stability
Driving is smooth in all gears
Telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers at front
Swing arm hydraulic shock absorber at rear
Relaxed posture,- cornering manners are excellent
Mileage and Economy

Large fuel tank capacity of 13.6 lts saves frequent visits to the petrol pump
Average user reported mileage varies from 55.2 kmpl in the city to 58.3kmpl on highways - dealers claim 60-62 kmpl
Current company policy provides six free services
Side draft variable Ventura (Piston) carburetor provides reliable support
Advanced microprocessor ignition system (AMI) aids optimal combustion and saves fuel
18 inch alloy wheels have low maintenance being rust-free, and impact resistant

Features and Specifications
Overview
Make Hero Honda
Model Glamour
Variant -
Starting SelfStart
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Economy 60 kmpl
Fuel Capacity 13.6 litre
Fuel Reserve 1 litre
Fuel Type Petrol
Charging Duration -
Engine Parameters
Engine Type 4-Stroke SingleCylinder AirCooled OHC
Displacement 124.7 cc
Compression Ratio 9.1:1
Maximum Power 9.0@7000 BHP@RPM
Maximum Torque 10.35@4000 Nm@rpm
Bore 52.4 mm
Stroke 57.8 mm
Ignition AMI-Advance microprcessing ignition
Dimensions
Length 2005 mm
Height 1070 mm
Width 735 mm
Clearance 150 mm
Saddle Height -
Curb Weight 125 kg
Total Weight -
Weight Carrying Capacity -
Chassis Tubular double cradle
Drive Train
Clutch Wet Multiplate
Gear Box 4-Speed