Nokia has finally launched the most expected Asha 311, their first full-touch Series 40 phone in India. It was announced in June and has 3.0-inch (240 x 320 pixels), capacitive touch screen Polarized display for better readability in sunlight, 1GHz processor and comes with 3G support. It has 3.2 MP camera and runs on S40 Asha OS with Swipe interface. It is 12.9 mm thick and weighs 95g. Nokia has also launched the Asha 305 officially, that went on sale in India last month. Continue reading “Nokia Asha 311 launched in India for Rs. 7139”
Sony Xperia ion now available in India for Rs. 35999
Sony Xperia ion is now available in India from online retailer Snapdeal. The LTE version was announced for AT&T at CES and released exclusively on AT&T in June. The HSPA version was announced in June. It has 4.55-inch (1280 x 720 pixels ) HD Reality display and comes with 1.5 GHz dual-core processor. The global HSPA version was supposed to run Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) according to the official site, but according to the Snapdeal site it runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It has 12MP auto focus camera with Exmor R mobile camera sensor with 1080p HD video recording and LED flash and 1.3MP front-facing camera. Continue reading “Sony Xperia ion now available in India for Rs. 35999”
List of Windows Phone 8 Bluetooth profiles revealed
The Bluetooth SIG has finally posted the Bluetooth profile list supported by Windows Phone 8 and it looks like the number of profiles supported has improved quite a bit compared to Windows Phone 7. Addition of the OBEX (Object Exchange) profile means that the phone should theoretically be able to both send and receive objects though specifics around that remain to be revealed.
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Google Nexus 7 Unboxing
I was recently in the US on a short visit and managed to pick up the Google Nexus 7 first Android Tablet to run on Android 4.1 JellyBean. Here is a quick unboxing video of the this tiny little tablet from Google & Asus which is priced at $199 (excluding tax and shipping). This 7 inch tablet has a back-lit IPS display which sports a resolution of 1280×800 pixels
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz5CJPqAsYw
Sony Xperia T spotted in the wild ahead of announcement
As part of its increasing NXT range of phone, Sony seems to be all set to announce the Xperia T as revealed in this set of photos by Nixanbal . The phone which was previously leaked as the Xperia Mint by Mobile -Review is powered by the Qualcomm S4 processor.
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Evernote for iPhone and iPad v4.3 update brings easier editing and improvements
The Evernote app for iPhone and iPad have been updated to version 4.3 that brings new features including better editing that lets you edit a note just by tapping into the note’s body, better stability and improved performance and more. The editing features also keeps track of where you tap in the note and places the cursor in that spot. The Evernote v4.2 was launched in May. Continue reading “Evernote for iPhone and iPad v4.3 update brings easier editing and improvements”
MTS launches Special Independence Day Voice Calling Voucher for pre-paid customers
MTS has launched a new Special Recharge Voucher for pre-paid customers for the Independence Day. This new voucher costs Rs. 68 and offers talk time worth Rs. 75 along with 68 free National SMS. Continue reading “MTS launches Special Independence Day Voice Calling Voucher for pre-paid customers”
INTEX SENSE 3.0 Dual SIM Touch Screen Phone launched for Rs. 3450
Intex Technologies has launched SENSE 3.0, a new Dual SIM phone in India. It has 3.2-inch touch screen display, 2MP camera and FM Radio with recording. Intex launched their first SENSE phone earlier this year. It has curved design and is targeted at semi-urban and urban youth. Continue reading “INTEX SENSE 3.0 Dual SIM Touch Screen Phone launched for Rs. 3450”
Microsoft renames Windows Phone Marketplace to Windows Phone Store
As part of its rebranding and simplification efforts, Microsoft plans to rename Windows Phone Marketplace to Windows Phone Store on its smartphones. The new branding is expected to be rolled out with Windows Phone 7.8 on current devices and with Windows Phone 8 on next gen smartphones.
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iOS 6 scales apps to rumored iPhone 5 resolution
The latest beta for iOS 6 recently rolled out and it appears to include scaling for the long awaited next generation iPhone with a larger display. It is believed that the new iPhone will be getting a 640×1136 screen.
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Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos (GT-S6802) Review
Samsung launched the Galaxy Ace DUOS (GT- S6802), Dual SIM GSM phone with Dual SIM Active feature in India in June. The design and the features are similar to the single SIM version, Galaxy Ace. Samsung launched the Galaxy Ace DUOS (GT-I589) in India back in February with Dual SIM GSM + CDMA support. You saw the unboxing of the Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos last month, here is the complete review of the device. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos (GT-S6802) Review”
Microsoft and Sharp enter licensing deal to use exFAT file system in Android devices
Microsoft has patent licensing agreements with most of the Android device manufacturers out there. The latest addition is Sharp which is licensing Microsoft’s exFAT file system for use in Android devices.
XAGE M900 FORCE with 3600 mAh battery launched for Rs. 2599
XAGE Mobile has launched a new Dual SIM phone, XAGE M900 FORCE in India. It has powerful 3600 mAh battery with up to 2 months standby. It has 2.8-inch display, 1.3 MP camera, Wireless FM Radio and Micro Card support upto 16 GB. It has dedicated key for Torch. Continue reading “XAGE M900 FORCE with 3600 mAh battery launched for Rs. 2599”
Samsung Galaxy Note Android 4.0.4 update now rolling out in India
Samsung has started rolling out Android 4.0.4 update in India. The Galaxy Note received the first Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) update in India in May that brought new features and applications. This new update brings performance improvements, new icons, signature unlock using the S Pen and the Pop up play feature that was present in the Galaxy S3. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Note Android 4.0.4 update now rolling out in India”
LG QuickMemo feature coming to entire line of Optimus L-Series smartphones globally
LG has announced that the QuickMemo feature would be available for its entire line of Optimus L-Series smartphones, the Optimus L7, L5 and L3 through a maintenance release upgrade. It is available in certain regions including India on the Optimus L5 and the Optimus L7 that runs on ICS with the Optimus UI 3.0 that launched recently, and would be available globally by the end of 3rd quarter. The app is already available for Optimus 4X HD, Optimus Vu, Optimus LTE, Optimus Tag and Optimus LTE II. Continue reading “LG QuickMemo feature coming to entire line of Optimus L-Series smartphones globally”