IDEA 3G Speed Test

We managed to get hold of a IDEA 3G connection as the operator has silently rolled out 3G services in Chennai and Tamil Nadu. As you all might know , IDEA does not have a license in this circle and has inked a deal with Vodafone  to offer 3G services here. Our test device was the ultra fast HTC Flyer which supports HSPA networks upto 14.4 Mbps.  The moment we enabled 3G on the Flyer , we were latched on to the Vodafone network(After activation of course). Watch the video below for the impressive speeds . Continue reading “IDEA 3G Speed Test”

ARMA 2: Firing Range – Simulation game for NVIDIA Tegra 2 Android phones

Bohemia Interactive has launched, ARMA 2: Firing Range, simulation game for NVIDIA Tegra 2 Android phones. This game has accurate high-poly weapon models to choose from to get an interactive 3D preview and study its specs or to use it for simulation. Continue reading “ARMA 2: Firing Range – Simulation game for NVIDIA Tegra 2 Android phones”

Apple is richer than the US Government


According to a recent report by the Financial Post, Apple has more cash than the U.S government. Apple reported the quarterly earnings of US$ 75.876 billion till the 25th of June 2011 . The U.S government reported total operating balance of US$ 73.768 billion on Thursday , which is lesser than Apple. Continue reading “Apple is richer than the US Government”

IDC : Mobile Phone Market Q2 2011 – Nokia, Samsung, LG top mobile phone vendors by shipments


According to report by Research Firm IDC (International Data Corporation) the Worldwide mobile phone market grew 11.3% year over year in the 2nd quarter of 2011 (2Q11) with the worldwide shipment of 328.4 million units. But, this is low compared to the 16.8% growth in the 1st quarter of 2011 (1Q11), that had worldwide shipment of 365.4 million units.  Continue reading “IDC : Mobile Phone Market Q2 2011 – Nokia, Samsung, LG top mobile phone vendors by shipments”

Gmail for Android v2.3.5 update brings custom notifications for labels

Gmail for Android has been updated to version 2.3.5. This version brings new features that include, custom notifications and ringtones for specific labels in your inbox, sync only priority mail to save bandwidth and lots more. It’s been months since the app got updated, and the previous version was 2.3.4 that was launched this February. Continue reading “Gmail for Android v2.3.5 update brings custom notifications for labels”

Sprint Motorola Photon 4G Now Available For $199.99

Sprint has finally released the Motorola Photon 4G smartphone. The powerful Motorola Photon 4G comes with a price tag of $549.99. You can also get this handset for just $199.99 with a 2 year service agreement.

motorola photon 4g

Last month, Motorola and Sprint announced a new Android powered Motorola Photon 4G smartphone. It is the company’s first Sprint 4G device with a 1 GHz dual-core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Operating System. We have good news for Sprint customers, who were eagerly waiting for the launch of this handset. Sprint has finally released the Motorola Photon 4G smartphone, but the device is currently available for purchase only at the Sprint online store. Continue reading “Sprint Motorola Photon 4G Now Available For $199.99”

4G LTE Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Now Available At Verizon

Last month, Verizon announced the 4G LTE version of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 exclusively for its customers in the US. This tablet is finally available for purchase for just $529.99.

4g galaxy tab 10.1–

Samsung Galaxy Tab was first announced at MWC 2011, but it was later re-designed and re-launched at the CTIA show. This tablet runs on the Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) Operating System and it comes with a 10.1 inch WXGA display, 1 GHz dual core processor, 3 megapixel rear camera, etc. Last month, Verizon announced the 4G LTE version of the Galaxy Tab 10.1exclusively for its customers in the US. This tablet is finally available for purchase. Continue reading “4G LTE Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Now Available At Verizon”

We want Mugen Batteries for our Nokia N8!

 

 

We here at Fone Arena are big fans of Mugen Power Batteries, this uprising company from the east, providing us power-hungry geeks with more juice for all our favourite devices, most notably batteries for smartphones. Over at the Mugen Website you will be able to find extended batteries for all types of smartphones, most of them even having two options offered. Normally Mugen would have one OEM-sized version, and a bigger battery, with imense power (for example an insane 4.800mAh battery for the Motorola Atrix!). If you want to know more about the actual performance, check out Jon’s review from a couple of days ago, where he had a look at the Motorola Milestone 2 battery! Continue reading “We want Mugen Batteries for our Nokia N8!”

Motorola XOOM getting Android 3.1 update in India

Motorola India has officially announced that the Indian Motorola Xoom owners will get Android 3.1 Over the Air (OTA) update on 29th July 2011. This Android 3.1 update activates the SD card slot to expand the external memory up to 64GB using MicroSD. Other features include improved multi-tasking, re-sizable widgets and lots more. Continue reading “Motorola XOOM getting Android 3.1 update in India”

Nokia’s Twins Day Out enters Limca Book of Records 2012

Nokia’s Twins Day Out has entered Limca Book of Records 2012. The Nokia Twins Day out is a a first of its kind festival that brought 63 pairs of twins of different age groups together to unveil the Nokia Dual SIM handsets – Nokia C2-00 and Nokia X1-01. Continue reading “Nokia’s Twins Day Out enters Limca Book of Records 2012”

RIM launches BlackBerry Messenger 6 with new social features

RIM has launched the new BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) 6. The new version delivers a whole new social app experience with the new features like status update via BBM connected apps, BlackBerry app share and more. Continue reading “RIM launches BlackBerry Messenger 6 with new social features”

Nokia N9 Launching on 15th September on Swiss Orange ?

MeeGo Experts report that the long awaited Nokia N9 might be available via Swiss Orange starting September 15th. The website has put up a page for the MeeGo Harmattan device and listed 15th September as date of availability alongside the specifications.

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Rationalized BSNL 2G and 3G prepaid tariffs for Chennai


BSNL has rationalized the prepaid 2G and 3G tariffs for its customers in Chennai. These tariffs are applicable from 22.07.2011. The 2G and 3G voice, SMS, Data and Video call charges for First Recharge Coupons (FRCs) are as follows. Continue reading “Rationalized BSNL 2G and 3G prepaid tariffs for Chennai”

Google Maps v5.8 update for Android brings photo uploads and My Places

Google Maps for Android has been updated to version 5.8.0 that brings new features like photo uploading for places, My Places to access starred and recent Place quickly and add new places to check-in. Previous Google Maps update v5.7 earlier this month had features like Transit Navigation and offline map viewing. Continue reading “Google Maps v5.8 update for Android brings photo uploads and My Places”