Android Gingerbread Update Expected Really Soon !

Google knows how to tease all Android users. The official GoogleMobile Twitter handle just tweeted that “Our cafes are baking something sweet” and posted the above image of the gingerbread cookies Continue reading “Android Gingerbread Update Expected Really Soon !”

Review : HyperMac Micro Portable Battery Charger for Apple iPhone and iPad

The folks atHyperMac sent us the HyperMac Micro for review. The device serves as a portable charger for the iPhone and iPad. This is one of the most attractive devices we have seen and it does not look like a battery at all unless you get really close. On the inside it packs a 3600mAh battery which promises to recharge your iPhone 4 upto 3 times. It also works with the iPad but only extends the life by about 5 hours. That’s fine because the iPad packs a monstrous battery which won’t event charge via normal USB port. We are more interested about how this device works with the iPhone and it worked pretty well.

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Sharp launches Alice, Blink, Tango and Cyborg Phones in India

The Indian wing of Japan’s Sharp Corporation today launched 4 new handsets for India and made it’s way into the hugely competitive Indian Mobile market.Sharps says that it’s phones target the users who want trendy products but are  price-conscious. The company aims to make high quality mobiles highly affordable to all and plans to target the youth crowd with it’s range of handsets. The 4 models launched today were Alice, Blink, Tango and Cyborg. Continue reading “Sharp launches Alice, Blink, Tango and Cyborg Phones in India”

NTT DOCOMO to Launch Xi LTE Service in Japan with 75 Mbps download speeds

NTT DOCOMO,  has announced it’s plan to launch of Xi (read “Crossy”), Japan’s first Long Term Evolution (LTE) service on December 24, 2010 with maximum download speeds of 75 Mbps which is 10 times faster than DOCOMO’s current FOMA 3G service.  The service will be initially offered via USB dongles to computers and support for voice calls will come in April 2011 to coincide with the company’s launch of LTE phones. Xi or 4G craziness will land first in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka
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LG Optimus One P500 Unboxing

Here are some unboxing pictures and a video of the LG Optimus One (P500) which landed at the FoneArena HQ earlier this week. LG calls this device a transitional smartphone and it packs a 3.2 inch capacitive touchscreen , is powered by 600MHz processor along with a 1500mAh battery. It sports a 3 MP Camera on the back. Since it runs on FroYo out of the box you can use the phone as a WiFi hotspot.

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Nokia C6-01 Starts Shipping Today

Nokia seems to be fixing it’s time-to-market problem pretty well recently. The C7 started shipping in record time recently and now the C6-01 which was announced at Nokia World is also shipping worldwide. Nokia said in it’s official blog today “The boxes have been filled, the vans loaded and the factory gates opened,Soon they will be with retailers and operators near you” Continue reading “Nokia C6-01 Starts Shipping Today”

Tata DOCOMO to launch 3G services in India on Nov 5th

Tata DOCOMO will be the first private operator to launch 3G services in India during this Diwal  in partnership with Japan’s NTT DOCOMO. The company will launch 3G services in 9 circles of Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, UP (West), Punjab, Haryana and Maharashtra in 2 days 10hrs according to a countdown timer on the company’s website. Continue reading “Tata DOCOMO to launch 3G services in India on Nov 5th”

iPhone 4 available in India on Infibeam , Price revealed, ships soon ?

It’s really surprising that both the Black and White versions of the Apple iPhone 4 are listed on Infibeam as in-stock and shipping in 2-3 days Continue reading “iPhone 4 available in India on Infibeam , Price revealed, ships soon ?”

A MicroSIM adapter can convert your iPhone4/ iPad SIM to a normal one !

Do you wish to use your microSIM card which came with your iPhone 4 or iPad 3G with a any other phone ? Is it’s possible ! Do you repent that you cut your SIM card a bit too soon when you got your hands on the iPhone 4 ?  You need to get hold of a MicroSIM adapter.We got a microSIM adapter from buymicrosimadapter.com and managed to use a T-Mobile SIM we cut down for the iPhone 4 on a BlackBerry.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab Unboxing Pictures

We were lucky to get hold of the Samsung Galaxy tab for a few hours yesterday and we have some exclusive unboxing pics for you.It comes in a relatively small box which is slightly bigger than a phone. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Tab Unboxing Pictures”

Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab Comparison Pics

apple ipad vs samsung galaxy tab  indiaWe had the chance to compare the Apple iPad with the Samsung Galaxy Tab. While the iPad has a metallic body , the Galaxy Tab has a plastic one. We found it easier to grip and type on the Galaxy Tab but found the large display on the iPad more fun to use. The iPad is heavier at 730g ( WiFi+3G version ) compared to the Tab at 385g. Continue reading “Apple iPad vs Samsung Galaxy Tab Comparison Pics”

Samsung Galaxy Tab Live Pics

We were at the Samsung Galaxy Tab India launch event earlier today and had a chance to play with the device for a little while . Hardware wise the Galaxy Tab seems pretty impressive. No rough edges or creaky sounds. In short solid piece of hardware. The size of the Galaxy Tab makes it very portable. No it still wont fit it in trouser pocket, may be a coat pocket. The screen is pretty responsive and Android 2.2 FroYo is pretty fast.The only bad thing about the device is it’s Price – Rs.38000

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Galaxy Tab to cost Rs.38000 in India ?

Samsung India is launching the Galaxy Tab in India today and has not revealed the price of the device so far . Now a landing page on the Samsung India’s website takes us to online retailer LetsBuy who’s quoting a price of Rs.38000/- for the Galaxy Tab. Also you have to pay Rs.1000 to Pre-book the Android Tablet and you get a Samsung Bluetooth Handset. Continue reading “Galaxy Tab to cost Rs.38000 in India ?”