Wishtel launches Ira Comet HD at Rs. 9,999

WishTel has launched a new 10.1-inch ICS tablet in India, called the Ira Comet HD. The company has priced the Ira Comet HD tablet competitively at Rs. 9,999, aggressively countering similarly priced 7-inch tablet offerings from other manufacturers.

Some of the key specs of the Wishtel Ira Comet HD are:-

• 1.2GHz ARM11 Cortex A8 processor
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• 1GB of RAM
• 8GB of built-in storage, microSD storage expandability up to 32GB
• Connectivity-3G  via USB dongle, HDMI ,WLAN to USB port cable, wireless headphones, and a card reader
• 10.1-inch multi-touch capacitive display with  800x1,024 pixel resolution
• 5,00 mAh battery 
• 2MP rear camera
• VGA front camera

Wishtel has also bundled productivity tools onboard, such as a document editor, apart from other communication and entertainment apps. According to the company, over 1,000 hours of educational video content has been bundled, as well as course materials for CBSE, ICSE, IIT - JEE, Medical AIPMT, CAT and GMAT, all of which will be available at a special subscription cost.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Camera with Jelly Bean: IFA 2012

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Camera at the ongoing IFA 2012 event. Samsung claims that the Galaxy Camera combines high performance photography with the latest Android v4.1 (Jelly Bean) operating system, and wireless network connectivity, thereby creating a new type of device. Samsung Galaxy Camera is said to be ideal for those who wish to shoot, edit, and share high quality photographs and videos easily and spontaneously from anywhere, at any time.

Samsung claims that users of the camera will not need to sacrifice picture quality in order to edit and share their photos instantly as it easily outperforms any smartphone camera. This model features a 21x zoom lens and a bright 16M BSI CMOS sensor. The device also features ‘Smart Pro’ technology, which is a series of modes that make professional-looking photography easy. 

The Galaxy Camera is that it runs on the latest version of the Android OS. Wireless connectivity enables the device to load applications for photo-editing, sharing, and much more. Users will experience all of Galaxy Camera’s features on a HD Super Clear LCD display.

The Galaxy Camera’s 21x zoom can be controlled by either button or through the touchscreen, while the optical image stabiliser ensures that images stay clear. The camera’s 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor captures images in good colour and resolution, while the 23mm aperture lens delivers wide-angle shots.

The Galaxy Camera features a large display which is a 4.8-inch HD Super Clear LCD screen. Another advantage of smartphone technology is the Voice Control option, which allows the user to control a number of functions such as ‘Zoom in’ and ‘Shoot’ through voice. 

The Galaxy Camera includes a set of 35 photo editing features through the ‘Photo Wizard’, allowing users to make professional quality edits on the go. The camera has an ultrafast quad-core processor and an HD Super Clear LCD, giving access to a feature such as Auto Face Calibration so that edits can be made. The ‘Movie Wizard’ also allows users to create and edit videos from the touchscreen.

The Galaxy Camera also features ‘Smart Content Manager’, an on-device organisation tool, which creates folders, tags faces, and even suggests pictures to delete when they do not come out as desired. In addition to the pre-installed applications from Samsung, users can browse the web and enjoy any applications from Google Play or Samsung Apps stores. If users are not sure which app to download, ‘S Suggest’ will help them recommend a new photo editing app or fun game to download.

The camera’s convenient ‘Auto Cloud Backup’ feature will automatically save precious photos into the cloud via Samsung’s AllShare the moment they are taken. The Galaxy Camera also allows users to share photos at the same time as they shoot them with ‘Share Shot.’ As well as sharing to social networks and cloud services, users can also connect to a range of Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S III and the recently announced Galaxy Note II for automatic sharing of pictures across the Galaxy family of devices. The new device enables connection to 3G or 4G. 

The Galaxy Camera also functions on Wi-Fi with Dual Band and Channel Bonding for enhanced speed. Connectivity is supported by a quad-core processor that enables fast web-browsing and multi-tasking, as well as fast image processing without a significant impact on battery life.The Galaxy Camera comes in two connectivity options: a 3G and Wi-Fi version or a 4G and Wi-Fi version. 



Source:- Tech2

Samsung unveiles Galaxy Note 2 : IFA 2012

Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Note II, the successor to 2011’s Samsung Galaxy Note.

Some of the key specs of the Galaxy Note II are:

• Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen 
• 5.5 inch display
• 1280x720 resolution
• Memory - 16 , 32 , 64 GB
• Memory expandable upto 32GB vis micro SD card
• Processor - Exynos 4412 quadcore 1.6 GHz Cortex A9
• 2GB of RAM
• 8MP rear camera
• 1.9 MP front facing camera
• Android Jelly Bean
• Battery 3100 mAh

Sony announces Xperia T, V, J : IFA 2012

Sony has unveiled three smartphones in its Xperia range called the Xperia T, Xperia V and Xperia J at IFA Berlin 2012. Xperia T will be launched globally over the next few weeks, whereas the Xperia V and Xperia J will be launched globally in calendar Q4 2012.

Xperia T

• Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
• 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8260A processor
• Adreno 225 GPU
• 1GB RAM
• 16GB internal storage expandable up to 32GB via microSD card
• 4.6-inch Reality Display (1,280x720) with Mobile BRAVIA engine
• 13 MP camera with 16x digital zoom and 1080p HD video recording
• 720p HD video chat camera
• PlayStation Certified
• DLNA
• 1850 Li-ion battery (6.5 hours talktime, 300 hours standby time)

 Xperia V

• Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich
• 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8960 processor
• Adreno 225 GPU
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB internal storage expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card
• 4.3-inch Reality display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
• ClearAudio+ sound
• HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging
• 13 MP rear camera with 16x digital zoom and 1080p HD video recording
• NFC
• IP55 and IP57 certification.
• PlayStation Certified
• 1700 mAh Li-ion battery (7 hours talk time, 300 hours standby time)

Xperia J

• Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
• 1GHz Qualcomm MSM7227A processor
• Adreno 200 GPU
• 512MB RAM
• 4GB intermal storage expandable up to 32 GB via a microSD card
• 4-inch display with scratch-resistant Gorilla glass.
• 5 MP AF rear camera
• DLNA Certified
• 1750 mAh Li-ion battery (5.5 hours talk time, 607 hours standby time)

Samsung announces the ATIV Tab: IFA 2012

Samsung Electronics has announced ATIV devices based on the Windows 8 for Smart PCs, tablets and Windows Phone 8 for smartphones. 

With the introduction of Microsoft’s Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 operating systems, Samsung introduces “ATIV”, the new brand for its Windows-based devices. ATIV, the reverse order of the word VITA, meaning “Life” in Latin, is a pledge by Samsung to make everyone’s life extraordinary with excitement. The full range of Windows-powered devices will enable this goal. Today Samsung introduced ATIV Tab. 

The new Samsung ATIV Tab is designed with a hairline finish and delivers a full Windows 8-based PC experience with tablet mobility. Weighing 570g, featuring a 10.1” display and measuring 8.9mm thick, the ATIV Tab is always ready to go. It instantly boots up without lagging and comes with Office Home and Student 2013 RT, offering the new versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote to help transform the way people get things done at home, school or work. These applications are fully featured with complete document compatibility, meaning people can open and create any document, make edits on it and share it with others just like we do with PCs. An 8,200 mAh battery provides enough power to allow you to work on your projects and review or share them virtually anytime and anywhere. Moreover, the ATIV Tab is compatible with a range of Windows-based PC devices and accessories, including printers, keyboards, projectors, external monitors and other peripherals, through its USB port and uHDMI, with no need to install extra software.



Source:- Tech2

Samsung ATIV S is the first Windows Phone 8 device: IFA 2012

At the IFA 2012 event, Samsung has shown the world the first Windows Phone 8 smartphone called the ATIV S.

Some of the key specs of the Samsung ATIV S are:

• 4.8-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels
• 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Krait (MSM8960) processor
• 1GB of RAM
• GSM, HSDPA, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, DLNA, NFC
• GPS with A-GPS support and GLONASS
• Bluetooth v3.0 with A2DP, microUSB v2.0
• Stereo FM radio with RDS
• 8 MP AF, LED flash with full HD video recording, 1.9MP front facing camera
• 16GB, 32GB versions with expandable support up to 32GB via MicroSD card
• 2300 mAh battery

As for when this handset will be launched, there is no word yet available but with Microsoft expected to launch its latest operating system by the end of October, we can speculate that the handsets will be announced at around that time.

HTC releases Android ICS update for One X smartphones

HTC India has started releasing the Android 4.0.4 ICS update, over the air (OTA) for One X devices in the country. The update brings a host of improvements and new features, including Sense v4.1.

The improved Sense v4.1 experience enables the ability to map the menu function to the 'recent app' key. The update also improves tab management in the browser with a dedicated tab switching button and boosts camera capabilities such as white balance and uninterrupted autofocus.

The ICS update also brings enhancements to memory, platform stability and browsing experience. Other enhancements include a Single Sign-On for Facebook, providing users access across applications and browsers. The update also improves Beats Audio.

Apart from these updates, the OTA update brings support for a few Indian languages - Hindi, Tamil and Marathi. Users will be able to read and write these languages while using the phone's messaging application, browsing the Internet or even exploring the applications on Google Play store. HTC had announced adding support for Hindi and other Indian languages last month for the One and Desire smartphones.


Source:- ThinkDigit

Lava launches E-Tab Z7H budget ICS tablet at Rs. 5,899

Lava has launched the E-Tab Z7H, a 7-inch budget ICS tablet, priced at Rs. 5,899.

The company hopes to compete with the host of other budget ICS tablets in the market, with its support for a majority of 3G dongles, a bouquet of content, and its Flick technology.Lava Mobiles says the E-Tab Z7H is the first of a series of strategically priced tablets. It runs Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich on a 1.2GHz Cortex-A8 processor. It features Wi-Fi and USB connectivity, a 3.5mm jack, a G-sensor, and built-in storage of 4GB, along with microSD expandability up to 32GB.

The Lava E-Tab Z7H weighs in at 350 grams, and features the following dimensions: 122x204x11.9mm. Lava has bundled a number of apps with the tablet as well, such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, TOI, Nimbuzz, Google Search, Flyte Flipkart Music App, Gmail, Google Latitude and Google Voice Search.

Other preloaded and bundled content includes a few games, and even 14 ebooks (in partnership with McGraw-Hill Education), such as Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s Envisioning an Empowered Nation, Word Power and Dhiru Bhai Ambani’s Biography.

Lava has also partnered with Meritnation, and offers free Vedic math’s content and a discount of Rs 750 on any of meritnation.com package. LAVA has also tied up with Hungama.com, to offer the movie ‘3 Idiots’ bundled, choices worth Rs 1,250 to stream up to 6 movies from Hungama.com website, for free. Lava is also offering a Tata Photon+ dongle bundle with the tablet.


Source:- ThinkDigit

LG announces Optimus L9

LG has announced a new smartphone in its L-series called Optimus L9. The new LG Optimus device features a 4.7-inch IPS display (no resolution details availalable) and is powered by 1GHz dual-core processor.

Some of the key specs of the Optimus L9 are :- 

• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• 4.7-inch IPS Display
• 1GHz Dual-Core processor
• 5MP rear camera along with VGA front facing camera
• 4GB e-MMC with 1GB DDR2 RAM
• DLNA, QMemo, QTranslator function, My Style Keyboard function
• 2,150mAh SiO+ battery
• Dimensions are 131.9 x 68.2 x 9.1mm
• Weighs 125g

Samsung Galaxy S III gets new colours

Samsung Electronics has extended the Galaxy S III's range through a new collection of colours for the human-centric smartphone. The new colours take their inspiration from rich materials: Amber Brown, Garnet Red, Sapphire Black and Titanium Grey.

Amber Brown

Garnet Red

Sapphire Black

Titanium Grey

LG announces EA93 and EA83 premium IPS monitors :IFA 2012

LG has unveiled two new premium IPS monitors – the EA93 and EA83 – at the IFA tradeshow in Berlin. The EA93 is designed for entertainment and the EA83 is specifically ideal to handle graphics-intensive applications. The highlighted feature on the EA93 is the cinematic screen, a 21:9 display which is the same ratio used in real movie theatres and works as an ideal solution for home entertainment and multitasking. 

The EA83 features a Wide Quad High Definition (WQHD) resolution of 2560x1440 pixels. LG claims that the WQHD featured on this monitor offers ample screen real estate for users looking to multitask and provides one of the widest colour spaces available. The monitor reproduces 99 percent of the Adobe RGB colour palette, providing graphics experts with a superior level of imaging quality.

The 29-inch EA93 features a 2560 x 1080 resolution and since the aspect ratio is identical to that of a typical movie theatre screen, LG claims that contents on screen are shown just the way they were intended. LG states that the EA93 accurately captures 100 percent of the defined sRGB colour space and the monitor delivers 300nit brightness for higher quality, more life-like colors.

The extra-wide screen is also useful in work situations, helping to improve productivity. The 4-screen Split feature can divide the display into four segments, transforming the monitor into a multitasking tool. The additional Dual Link-up function allows two devices to connect to the monitor simultaneously. This feature also has the ability to ensure that sharing files from two devices at the same time such as a PC and a smartphone is simple

LG claims that the EA83 was designed to be a comprehensive monitor solution for filmmakers, photographers, designers and other graphics experts by providing a combination of superior resolution and lifelike colours. LG goes on to state that the WQHD (2560 x 1440 pixel) high resolution IPS monitor provides vivid picture quality while featuring one of the widest colour spaces in its category. Expressing colours not available within sRGB, the EA83 is able to display 99 percent of the Adobe RGB colour space and gives graphics professionals the exact colours they’re looking for. 

LG’s innovative IPS monitor is capable of producing images that are practically identical to their real-life counterparts. The EA83 ships with software and hardware colour calibrators, enabling graphics professionals to ensure that the screen always displays the most accurate and natural colours.



Source:- Tech2

Microsoft releases SkyDrive app for Android

Microsoft has released an app for SkyDrive for Android devices.The SkyDrive app can be downloaded from the Google Play store.

SkyDrive is the place to store your files so you can access them from virtually any device. With SkyDrive for Android, you can now easily access and share files on the go. You can also upload photos or videos from your phone to SkyDrive. Some of the major features of the app include the ability to access SkyDrive content including files shared with you, the ability to view recently used documents, the ability to choose multiple photos or videos to upload from your phone, the ability to share your files and photos through email or a link in another app, the ability to open your SkyDrive files in other Android apps and the ability to manage your files – including editing and deleting folders.

iBall launches Andi 5C dual-SIM ICS smartphone at Rs. 12,999

iBall has announced the launch of its latest Android smartphone

Some of the key specs of iBall Andi 5C are:-

• 5-inch IPS display
• dual-SIM
• Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich
• 1GHz Cortex A9 processor
• 5MP autofocus rear camera
• 4GB internal storage
• microSD card slot that supports storage up to 32GB
• Connectivity: 3G with HSUPA 5.76Mbps, HSDPA 7.2Mbps
• 2,300 mAh battery
• G-sensor, proximity sensor and light sensor

iBall recently launched Andi 3e and 4d smartphones. The Andi 3e is priced at Rs. 6,990, while the Andi 4d comes for Rs. 9,490. The new iBall Andi 5C is being pitted against the likes of the Micromax Canvas A100, Wammy Note and Spice Stellar Horizon, which come with similar set of specifications.

Nokia announces Belle Refresh update for N8, E7, C7, C6-01, X7 and Oro

Nokia has announced the rolling out of the Nokia Belle Refresh update for the Nokia N8, E7, C7, C6-01, X7 and Oro devices.

The update v111.040.1511 brings a number of new features for Symbian smartphones such as a revamped browser with HTML5 web apps support, a new set of homescreen widgets, and the previously released Microsoft Office Mobile App and Nokia Maps Suite 2.0 in one package. The Nokia 8 gets additional apps for imaging. Nokia plans to release the update in phases, starting with the vanilla version. The Nokia E6 (version number 111.140.0058) users will get the update later in the week,

“Just like after updating from Nokia Anna to Nokia Belle, some apps may not work due to compatibility issues. If you need more information on available apps, please contact your local Nokia Care support. Furthermore, you can also contact the respective App developer to enquire about the compatibility,” says Nokia on its discussion forum.

The Belle Refresh update comes months after Nokia announced Belle update to its older Symbian 3 devices namely Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia E6, Nokia X7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia C7, Nokia 500 and Nokia Oro.


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Intex launches Aqua 4.0, a Gingerbread-based dual-SIM phone at Rs. 5,490

Intex Technologies today launched Android Gingerbread based smartphone Aqua 4.0. Available at a price of Rs 5,490, the phone has been targeted towards urban and semi-urban students and young professionals. 

Some of the key specs of the Intex Aqua 4.0 are :-

• Dual –SIM handset
• 800MHz processor
• Android v2.3.5 (Gingerbread) operating system
• 3.5-inch display screen with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels
• 512MB of RAM.
• Dual camera (3MP rear and 0.3MP front)
• 1400mAh battery (up to 3 hours talktime)
• G sensor, proximity and light sensor
• Connectivity:  Micro 5 pin, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0 A2DP, 3G with 7.2Mbps HSDPA, and 5.76 Mbps HSUPA
• 131MB built-in storage, microSD slot expandable memory up to 32GB
• GPRS/ WAP

Supporting both English and Hindi languages, the phone has an array of features such as FM radio, music player, sound recorder, Push E-mail, video capture, mobile tracker, calendar, notes, alarm, calculator,  and Traffic Monitor. Gmail, Flipkart, Facebook, India Rail, Google Maps, Nimbuzz, Skype, and YouTube are some of the pre-loaded applications in the phone.

Nokia India announces Create To Inspire programme

Nokia India has introduced its "Create to Inspire" fellowship program in a bid to get the nation's youth on the track of sustainable consumption. With its fellowship program, Nokia India claims to present an out of the box challenge for the nation's youth to generate ownership and awareness pertaining to the effective and judicious use and management of water, energy, transport and e-waste. Essentially, the program will be a platform for young minds to put to use their creative arts and create innovative social action projects, thereby having fun and indulging in conversations on sustainable consumption. Those enrolling in the program will have the opportunity to showcase their potential to redefine the use of limited resources, by way of music, dance, theatre, drama, film, photography, art and handicraft, design and technology.

Nokia India will be beginning their "Create to Inspire" Fellowship 2012 program in Delhi and Hyderabad. Youth residing in either of the two cities, between the age of 18 to 23 years can submit their applications by September 9, 2012. Participants will be shortlisted and called for an interview and/ or an audition. Once selected, 150 people from each city will be divided into 25 teams, depending on their creative art and/ or their medium of choice. These teams would then be trained in their respective areas of interest and would be guided by a mentor from a creative field. 

Once done with their training, the teams will have 2-3 months to showcase their creative insight or product on sustainable consumption of water, transport, e-waste and energy. Eventually, they would be required to move on to engage their respective cities, communities in sustainable consumption of resources.   

The mentors, who are a part of the initiative are - Nehha Bhatnagar, Tarun Balani, Vidyun Sabhaney, Medhavi Gandhi, Akshat Nauriyal, Shiv Ahuja, Nitin Das, Mahender, Pavan Kumar, Panasa Rama Krishna Y, Sandhya Raju, Sukumar Davidhas, Vinay Varma and Surendran Balachandran. 

To begin with, those interested can register here. Know more about the program here. 


Source:- Tech2

Guild Wars 2 to be officially launched today

Guild Wars 2  will be officially launched today . The MMORPG (massively multiplayer online role playing game) had kicked off its three day headstart on Saturday for those who had pre-purchased the game.  

Here are the system requirements for Guild Wars 2: 

• Windows XP Service Pack 2 or better
• Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, Core i3, AMD Athlon 64 X2 or better
• 2GB RAM
• NVIDIA GeForce 7800, ATI Radeon X1800, Intel HD 3000 or better (256MB of video RAM and shader model 3.0 or better)
• 25GB available HDD space
• Broadband Internet connection
• Keyboard and mouse

One of the biggest features of Guild Wars 2 is that unlike other major MMORPGs like World of Warcraft, Guild Wars 2 has no monthly subscription fee. The game follows a one-time payment model that you usually get from other games. Another great feature is the inclusion of a personal story for your character, where your character goes through a story which is moulded by the choices you make for the character during the creation of the character and other quests. The game also aims for a more dynamic combat system than what players are used to from the likes of World of Warcraft, Everquest or Star Wars: The Old Republic, with mechanics such as spells which have to be aimed properly instead of being targeted abilities and the ability to dodge attacks.

Guild Wars 2 can be purchased from its official website here.

LG officially announces Snapdragon S4 Pro-powered Optimus G

LG has announced the Optimus G smartphone with the second generation quad-core processor. 

Some of the key specs of the LG Optimus G are :- 

• 4.7-inch True HD IPS+ display with a resolution of 1280 x 768 pixels
• 1.5GHz Quad-Core processor
• Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 processor
• LTE, 3G, EDGE/GPRS and Wi-Fi capabilities for net access
• 13 MP camera with LED flash and 1.3MP secondary camera up front
• 2GB DDR2 RAM
• 2100 mAh battery capacity
• Dimensions are 131.9 x 68.9 x 8.45mm

LG Display’s contribution to the project was in the development of a new mobile display that is clearer than AMOLED displays but requires less power. LG Display’s True HD IPS+ Display is sharper than today’s AMOLED displays due to its high pixel density of 320ppi (1280 x 768 pixels) and Stripe RGB IPS Panel. This new display is capable of generating 470 nits of brightness while consuming 70 percent less power compared to others when displaying a white background. Furthermore, True HD IPS+ Display does not suffer from screen burn-in as AMOLED displays have been known to do.

The handset will launch in Korea next month and a month later in Japan. The Optimus G is expected to be launched later this year, but as of now, there is no price available for this latest smartphone from LG.

LG announces TM2792 Cinema 3D TV

LG Electronics has unveiled its newest TM2792 Personal Smart TV ahead of the IFA 2012. The TM2792 allows users to enjoy a vast array of innovative features, which include LG Smart TV functionality, Cinema 3D and Cinema Screen design, as well as IPS technology which the brand claims offers above average picture quality. As of now, there is no word yet available on the global release of the TV, but the TM2792 is slated to launch in Europe by September. No word is yet known on when this 27-inch TV will be available in India.

Some of the key specs of the TM2792 :-

• Screen size – 27-inches
• Resolution – 1920 x 1080
• Panel – LEDIPS/ 3D
• Response Time – 5ms
• Connectivity – DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, WiDi
• Interface – D-Sub, HDMI x 2 (MHL Ready), Composite, Component, SCART, USB x 3 (Media, keyboard, Mouse), LAN
• Speaker – 7W x 2
• Functions – Smart TV, 2D to 3D conversion, Super+ resolution, Magic remote, USB, Quick View
• 3D Glasses – 2EA (Normal and clip-on) 

SmartShare, the gateway to external devices on the Home Dashboard, users to browse and share files with laptops, smartphones and external hard drives. Screen sharing is possible with the Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) and Intel’s Wireless Display (WiDi). With MHL, users can display photos and play games from their smartphone on the Personal Smart TV while the phone is charging. WiDi makes wireless screen sharing with laptops more convenient and with DLNA and Wi-Fi Direct, content stored on smart devices can easily be accessed and shared.

LG’s Magic Remote allows easier navigation of content on LG’s user-friendly Home Dashboard. The brand offers unlimited access to content via Video on Demand (VOD), 3D World, Game World, LG Smart World (LG Apps) and the Social Center. All this content is accessible via the Home Dashboard, which can be navigated using the Magic Remote or alternatively, with a mouse and keyboard.

In-plane switching (IPS) technology is utilised in the TM2792 Personal Smart TV for a detailed home entertainment experience. The IPS technology used here helps in producing lifelike images as well as assists in reducing eye fatigue with increased viewing angles. Popular VOD films or homemade videos can all be viewed in Full HD quality without any colour distortion when viewed sitting, standing or lying in any position.

The TM2792 comes with LG’s Cinema 3D technology, offering an unmatched level of comfort with lightweight, battery-free glasses that are also certified flicker-free, which also helps in reducing strain on the eyes. 3D Sound Zooming enhances the 3D experience by simulating the movement of sound in correlation to the movement of images on the screen. Another feature added here is that without turning on the PC, users can connect a keyboard and mouse to the Personal Smart TV and navigate the Home Dashboard for a full web-surfing experience.



Source:- Tech2

Samsung Galaxy Note 800 launched in India, at Rs. 39,990

Samsung has launched its long awaited Ice Cream Sandwich-based 10.1-inch Galaxy Note 800 in India. Samsung has priced the Galaxy Note 800 at Rs. 39,990 (MRP) in India

Some of the key specs of the Galaxy Note are:-

• 10.1-inch
• Android Ice Cream Sandwich
• 1.4GHz quad-core Exynos 4412 processor
• S Pen stylus capability
• Mali 400MP GPU
• 2GB of RAM
• 5MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash capable of 720p HD video recording
• 1.9MP front camera
• Connectivity: 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, microUSB with MHL (TV-out), HSDPA 21Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps, Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP, GPS with A-GPS (Glonass) support

Samsung’s also boasting of some other special features on the Note 800, such as a multi-screen interface that lets users utilize two different apps, web pages, and videos side-by-side, apps supported for Multi-screen are S Note, Internet Browser, Video Player, Email, Gallery and Polaris Office (document editor).

The S Pen apparently features 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity, and is “designed for natural and intuitive content creation.” Features like Shape Match (which converts hand-drawn shapes into clean and perfect versions), and Formula Match (which solve hand-written formulas), are also included. Samsung has bundled the S Pen optimized Adobe Photoshop Touch onboard, which is integrated with Adobe Creative Cloud, giving users free access to file syncing and sharing features, apart from 2GB of storage space. A video editor is also onboard.

Nokia Phi Windows Phone 8 specs

With the Nokia World event just around the corner, reports of the brand’s upcoming smartphones appear to be trickling in. A handset that had been mention before, named Phi, has surfaced once more and this time noted tech blogger Eldar Murtazin reveals some information on the Nokia Windows Phone 8 device, a report by Obozrevatel.com states.

The Russian blogger has revealed in a conversation with the website that this Windows Phone 8 device currently goes under the codename Phi and is made up of a similar unibody design that is presently found on the Lumia 800 and Lumia 900 devices from Nokia. The major point he mentioned was that it was thinner and larger in comparison to these existing handsets.

Eldar Murtazin says that the display of the handset will be 4.7-inches and commenting on the AMOLED display, he goes on to state, “The screen is very nice, with no points or complaints possible against it.” The blogger goes on to mention other features of this handset as well and states that it will come with storage expansion options via a microSD card slot, NFC and LTE capabilities. The only issue he had with the device was that the battery life was not as great as the Lumia 800 or Lumia 900. 

He went on to claim that this handset along with two others would be announced at the Nokia World event that is scheduled for September 5, 2012. He went on to add that it would be launched by October.

Murtazin has also provided tentative pricing of the handsets as well and has said that the flagship model would cost about $935, the second one at around $780 and the cheapest model would be priced at $650.

Some of the rumoured features of the Nokia Phi :- 

• It has the same curved screen but bigger display size than the Lumia 800.
• It has the same form factor, that is, polycarbonate unibody with irreplaceable battery as the Lumia 800
• No physical buttons on the front
• 4 physical buttons on the right side: up/down vol keys, power button and camera
• It will run on a Qualcomm Dual Core CPU (First Nokia Dual Core WP8 phone)
• It will have external SD card slot
• NFC chip on board.
• LTE enabled

Microsoft had officially raised the curtain on Windows Phone 8 at an event in San Francisco earlier this year and claimed that it is the most advanced mobile OS Microsoft has ever made. 

Here is a look at some of the highlighted features available on Windows Phone 8: 

• Multi-core processor support: Windows Phone was a slick OS that ran smoothly on handsets with a single processor. The latest OS now features multi-core support with Belfoire claiming that they’re ready for whatever hardware makers dream up.
• Bigger, sharper screens: Windows Phone 8 supports two new screen resolutions — 1280 x 768 and 1280 x 720, making it compatible with new handsets that will feature high-definition 720p displays.
• More flexible storage: Windows Phone 8 supports removable microSD cards, so users can stuff their phone with extra photos, music, and whatever else is important and then easily move it all onto their PC.
• NFC wireless sharing: In Windows Phone 8, NFC helps make sharing photos, Office docs, and contact info easier. One can achieve this by tapping their phone on another NFC-equipped device.
• Internet Explorer 10: The next version of Windows Phone comes with the same web browsing engine that’s headed for Window 8 PCs and tablets. Microsoft claims that IE10 is faster and more secure, with advanced anti-phishing features like SmartScreen Filter to block dangerous websites and malware.
• Internet Explorer 10: The next version of Windows Phone comes with the same web browsing engine that’s headed for Window 8 PCs and tablets. Microsoft claims that IE10 is faster and more secure, with advanced anti-phishing features like SmartScreen Filter to block dangerous websites and malware.
• Better maps and directions: Windows Phone 8 builds in Nokia mapping as part of the platform. This partnership will provide more detailed maps and turn-by-turn directions in many countries, plus the ability to store maps offline on your phone so you can work with maps without a data connection.
• Improved apps and games: Microsoft states that basing Windows Phone 8 on the Windows core will unleash a new wave of amazing apps and especially games.

Source:- Tech2

Google announces Google Play gift cards

Taking on Apple's iTunes gift cards, Google has announced its own Google Play gift cards service, which will be available in denominations $10, $25 and $50. Google's gift cards are available at the U.S.-based retail stores namely RadioShack, Target and GameStop. There is no word on the availability of the Google Play gift cards outside the U.S. However, reports suggest the company is willing to expand the service to other countries as well.

The Google Play gift cards have no fees, do not expire and come with a redemption code. Users can use that code on Google Play, via their mobile device. Codes can also be entered online at play.google.com/redeem. It's notable that in case a customer outside the U.S. gets a card or its code, they will be unable to redeem it. Google will check the customer's location and inform that the service is not available in their area/region.

There are some restrictions with Google's gift cards as well. Users cannot use them for Android app subscriptions, magazine subscriptions, or hardware and accessory purchases. Moreover, if a U.S. user moves to a country that does not use USD in Google Play store, they will be unable to use that card or Google Play balance. To know more about the restrictions, visit Google Play gift card's Terms and Conditions page.

Users, however, can use their gift card to buy songs, movies, TV shows, e-books, Android apps, and games from the Google Play store. The gift cards can also be used to purchase in-app items like extra levels, add-on packs, and virtual currency.


Source:- ThinkDigit

Google+ introduces Slider feature

In an official post, Google's Austin Chang elaborates on a new Google+ feature that aims to give users more control over what they read and share on the social network. This new feature, called "sliders" will help you tune the posts in your main stream (http://goo.gl/wrHDD).The new feature that now extends across Google+ essentially comprises three related improvements. Chang writes that they now have a slider using which Google+ users receive notifications each time their family or friends post something. This can be done by moving the Google Circle's slider to the right. 

Users earlier had the option of using volume sliders to tune their mainstream posts such that they did not miss the posts most important to them, thereby helping create a perfect stream. It had been revealed that when users viewed posts of a particular Google Circle, a slider option at the top allowed them to adjust the way posts within a Circle appeared in the mainstream. 

Lenovo unveils IdeaPad Z580

PC vendor Lenovo has unveiled the Lenovo IdeaPad Z580. The colourful notebook with its 15.6-inch HD display, AccuType keyboard and Intelligent Touchpad delivers a wide range of multimedia capabilities. It is priced competitively, and the second or third generation Intel Core processor promises good performance.The Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 is priced at Rs. 35,990 and higher.

Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 comes with a ‘Crystal ‘3D’ A cover’, the pattern on which looks different from various viewing angles. Its has hotkeys sensitive to touch. The notebook is powered by either the third generation Core i7 by Intel or the Core i5 processor. The Intelligent TouchPad supports up to four finger touch with easy scroll, zoom, and rotate functions. The notebook also features the One Key Theater III (one-touch audio-visual optimisation) specialised stereo speakers, and Dolby Home Theater. The notebooks are available in three colours: Cherry Red, Graphite Grey and Pearl White. 

Other features include: 

• Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) – Projects the notebook’s content on a big screen wirelessly
• OneKey Rescue System makes data backup and recovery simple
• VeriFace facial recognition technology
• Long battery life for extended use on the move; up to 5 hours
• Thermal Management System regulates the fan-speed assuring optimized temperature and noise control with a De-dusting Mode to boost maintenance
• Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3 for Windows 7 with RapidBoot ensures 40 percent faster startup than a typical Windows 7 computer
• Energy Management - Protects the long-term durability of the battery and uses advanced energy-saving technology to increase time spent between charges
• Free 1 year Inbuilt Accidental Damage Protection - Provides coverage for non-warranted damage incurred under normal operating conditions, such as minor spills, drops, or damage to the integrated screen

Key Product Specifications:

• Up to 2nd or 3rd gen Intel Core i7 processor
• Up to Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium/ Home Basic
• 15.6-inch LED Backlit HD display (1366x768), 16:9 widescreen
• Up to NVIDIA GeForce GT630M 2GB graphics with DirectX 11
• Up to 8GB DDR3 memory, up to 1TB HDD storage
• Integrated Bluetooth 1 and high-speed 802.11n Wi-Fi
• Integrated DVD reader/writer drive
• USB2.0, USB 3.0 connectors and 5-in-1 card reader
• Integrated up to 1.0M (720p HD) webcam
• Dolby Home Theatre V4 audio enhancement & stereo speakers
• HD graphics support and HDMI output

Source:- Tech2

Zen launches ICS-running Ultratab A100

Zen Mobile has announced the launch of its ICS-running Ultratab A100 for Rs.6,199 in the Indian market. The company claims that it is the first ever tablet to be launched in the Indian market at that price. The official statement adds that the Ultratab A100 offers a lot of additional features than the regular 3G tablets available in the market. It combines the features of a Tablet PC with an entertainment device, adds the company.

Some of the key specs of the Ultratab A100 are :-

• 7-inch display with a 800 x 480 pixel resolution
• Android Icream Sandwich 
• 1.2GHz processor / MALI 400 GPU.
• Wi-Fi access
• Integrated YouTube app
• 1.3 MP front camera with digital zoom
• 2800 mAh battery
• Web browsing with Flash 10 and HTML 5
• External TF card, memory expandable up to 32GB 

Sony launches Xperia Ion in India at Rs. 36,999

Sony has officially announced the launch of the Xperia Ion in India. Priced at Rs. 36,999, the Sony Xperia Ion runs on Andriod 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm processor, coupled with Adreno 220 GPU, on the MSM8260 Snapdragon chipset. The device was recently spotted on online shopping website Snapdeal with a price tag of Rs. 35,999.

Some of the key specs of the Xperia Ion are:-

• 4.6-inch LED-backlit LCD display 
• 1280 x 720 pixel resolution
• 1GB of RAM
• 16GB built-in storage
• 12.1 MP autofocus camera with LED flash
• Front-facing 1.3MP camera
• Connectivity : 3G, Wi-Fi, HDMI, USB 2.0, Bluetooth, GPS with A-GPS, and NFC
• 1,900 mAh battery 

The Xperia Ion also features FM radio with RDS, multiple format support for audio and video, 3D and motion gaming (PlayStation certified). The device has preloaded Google Voice Search, Google Talk with video chat, Google Mail, Google Calendar, Facebook and Twitter apps. The phone is available in black and red colour variants.

Sony is also planning to launch its Xperia Tipo smartphone in India. The Xperia Tipo runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS and is powered by an 800MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. It has 3.2-inch touchscreen with 320 x 480 pixels resolution, 3.2MP camera, 512MB of RAM, 2.9GB built-in storage (up to 2.5GB user-accessible memory) and microSD card slot. For connectivity, the device supports USB, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Check out the full specifications of the Xperia Tipo here.

Intex launches Sense 3.0 Dual SIM phone for Rs. 3,450

Intex Technologies has officially launched its touchscreen phone, called Sense 3.0, in the Indian market.Some of the key specs of the Intex Sense 3.0 are:- 

• 3.2-inch TFT and 2.0 smooth touch
• Dual SIM (GSM +GSM)
• 1200 mAh battery
• Expandable memory upto 16GB
• Connectivity : Bluetooth, GPRS and WAP.

Lomo camera is an interesting camera application that allows one to click numerous pictures in various modes and options like a smartphone, as per the company. Besides enhancing photography skills, one can hone their piano playing skills through an interesting app – Piano, which is preloaded in the phone, adds the official statement.

Intex Sense 3.0 is available in three different hues - gold, white and silver. The company has priced the handset at Rs. 3,450. The handset can be bought through 15,000 plus distributors and reseller outlets and is also available at 70 INTEX SQUARES (exclusive retail stores) and several hypermarkets across the country.

Mercury mTABmagiQ launched in India for Rs. 12,700

 Kobian, a leading player in computer peripherals and tablets, has announced the launch of its first dual-SIM tablet, dubbed the Mercury mTABmagiQ. The 5-inch magiQ tablet seems to be more of a hybrid much like the Samsung Galaxy Note or the Dell Streak rather than a tablet.

Some of the key features of the Mercury mTAB magiQ are: 

• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• 1GHz processor
• 5-inch capacitive touchscreen display with a 480 x 800 pixel resolution
• 512MB of RAM
• Connectivity: 3G, EDGE/GPRS ,Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP
• GPS , 3-Dimensional gravity Sensing
• 12MP camera and secondary camera up front
• FM radio
• Dual-SIM
• 12MP Rear camera, front camera for video chatting
• 4GB internal + microSD card support for up to 32GB memory
• 2200 mAh battery

The Mercury mTABmagiQ is priced at a maximum retail price of Rs. 12,700 and is available ex-stock with 1 year warranty. 

Sony announces Android ICS update for Xperia smartphones of 2011

After the ICS rollout kick-off for Xperia P last week, we’re excited to tell you about our new Android 4.0.4 firmware for 2011 Xperia smartphones.

Starting from this week*, Xperia arc, Xperia arc S, Xperia neo, Xperia neo V, Xperia mini, Xperia pro, Xperia active and Xperia ray will receive a new Ice Cream Sandwich software update that comes with bug fixes, performance tweaks and other improvements.

Xperia mini pro, Xperia neo L and Live with Walkman are next up, and will start to receive their serving over the next few weeks.

If you’ve already upgraded to ICS, you’ll receive a notification in your phone and be able to download it over-the-air. For those guys on Gingerbread, you’ll need to plug in and upgrade using PC companion or Bridge for Mac. For more information, visit http://www.sonymobile.com/update.


Source:- Sony Xperia Product Blog

Microsoft opens registration for Windows 8 upgrade

Microsoft has officially opened registration for new Windows 7 users (who purchase Windows 7 PC between June 2, 2012 – January 31, 2013) to upgrade to Windows 8. Microsoft is offering the upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for $14.99. It may be recalled that the Indian consumers are entitled to a downloadable upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for a price of just Rs. 699.

Microsoft in a tweet announced, “"The @Windows upgrade offer is now available in 140 countries. Register now! http://windowsupgradeoffer.com."

To upgrade, users will be required to provide their 25-digit Windows 7 OEM product key as part of their online registration process. Starting October 26th, the company will start sending out promo codes through e-mail, which can be applied upon checkout within the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant.

It's notable the offer is valid till February 28th, 2013, after which users will have to shell out the full price – though the company has not yet revealed what it would be.

Microsoft is bit by bit rolling out Windows 8 software. The company recently released 90-day trial edition for its final version of Windows 8 Enterprise.

The Redmond giant has also announced a a limited-time offer that allows not only Windows 7 users, but also those stuck on Windows XP and Windows Vista to upgrade to Windows 8 Pro for just US $39.99 (approx Rs. 2,200). 


Source:- ThinkDigit

Apple becomes most valuable company of all time

Apple Inc's market value climbed past $623 billion on Monday, surpassing the record set by Microsoft Corp during the heyday of technology stocks in 1999.Apple shares rose 2.6 percent, bringing its gains this month to almost 9 percent as Wall Street bets on the September 12 rollout of the latest version of the iPhone, the device that revolutionized the mobile industry.

Microsoft, however, retains the title of history's most valuable company if its 1999 peak value of about $621 billion were to be adjusted for inflation.Apple's stock usually rallies in the run-up to major product launches, among the most heavily watched events on the annual tech calendar. The iPhone is the company's biggest product, yielding half or more of its sales.

Sources have said the company will take the wraps off a larger version of its iPhone on September 12. Some analysts also think it intends to announce a smaller iPad to safeguard its market share, as rivals from Google Inc to Amazon.com Inc begin selling cheaper, seven-inch tablets.But Bernstein Research's Toni Sacconaghi warned that questions remain about the availability of components for both the iPhone and the iPad, which in the past has constrained Apple's product shipments.

"A key question for the launch will be Apple's expected rollout schedule," the analyst wrote on Monday. "Apple's intention is to continue to ramp offerings as quickly as possible, but the company's ability to do so remains a key near-term question."

Apple's shares have risen 64 percent in 2012. On Monday, they closed at a session high of $665.15, conferring on the Silicon Valley giant a capitalization of $623.5 billion, exceeding Microsoft's 1999 value of $620.8 billion, according to data provided by S&P Dow Jones Indices.But Microsoft's value would rise to $853.7 billion after adjusting for rising prices, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' inflation-calculator. 

Apple overtook Exxon Mobil to reach the No. 1 spot by market capitalization last year. Monday's move means it has now entered the record books as the biggest company ever, in terms of market value."Everyone loves a winner; if you play the quick trade be careful," said Howard Silverblatt, senior index analyst at S&P Dow Jones Indices in emailed comments. "If you are an investor, check the fundamentals and business plans, and avoid the hype in your decision."

Apple climbed even as fellow technology heavyweight Facebook Inc plumbed new depths. The No. 1 social network slid to a record intraday low of $18.75 in the morning before bouncing back to close just above $20 after Capstone upgraded the company's stock to buy from hold.

Facebook's stock has gone south in the past month as investors worried about its ability to make revenue grow. Last week, some early investors were given the go-ahead to sell for the first time since Facebook's May 18 IPO. Several similar lockups will expire through the end of the year.Facebook rebounded above $20 in afternoon trade after Capstone's upgrade, based on a combination of a more attractive valuation since its decline, and good long-term advertising prospects.

"It seems to be down around levels that people who didn't like the deal thought it was really worth. And now it seems to have stabilized," said Eric Kuby, chief investment officer, North Star Investment Management Corp in Chicago.It may have "found a level which seems more of a better price for people valuing the company in terms of the future."


Source:- Reuters