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Nokia X2-02 Dual SIM Music Phone launched in India

Nokia has launched Nokia X2-02, Dual SIM music phone with dual standby and easy swap functionality in India. This is the successor of the Nokia X1-01 that was launched earlier this year. It comes with Wireless FM Radio with recording, MP3 player, dedicated music keys, an in-built loudspeaker for music playback with 106 phon strength, Nokia browser, 3.5mm audio jack and 32GB expandable memory card slot. It is 15mm thick and weighs 93g and runs on S40 OS. It also comes with Nokia Music Unlimited, DRM free Music service. Continue reading “Nokia X2-02 Dual SIM Music Phone launched in India”

Galaxy Nexus volume bug fix rolling out via OTA update


The Samsung Galaxy Neus volume bug is getting fixed through an Over the Air (OTA) firmware update that is rolling out in UK. Some of the Galaxy Nexus owners have been facing volume bug that mutes their device automatically and then becomes unresponsive while keeping their phone in 2G mode. Google has already said that they are working on an update to fix this issue. Clove UK has confirmed through their UK distributors that the update had already been completed on the new stocks and would be available very soon for new and existing customers. Continue reading “Galaxy Nexus volume bug fix rolling out via OTA update”

LG Optimus 3D Review

Here is the FoneArena LG Optimus 3D (P920) review. The LG Optimus 3D is the world’s first smart phone with Tri-Dual (dual-core, dual-channel, dual-memory) architecture with the full 3D platform for glass free viewing, recording and sharing 3D content. It is powered by Android 2.2 (FroYo) and features 1GHz Dual-core Texas Instruments OMAP4430 processor. Continue reading “LG Optimus 3D Review”

Samsung announces Exynos 5250 with 2GHz Cortex-A15 dual-core processor

Samsung Electronics has announced their next-generation Cortex-A15 processor equipped with 2.0GHz, high-performance dual-core Exynos 5250 SoC (System on Chip) that would use less power while offering 2x better performance than existing CPUs. It is created using a 32nm-low power HKMG process and could process 2 instructions per second to 14 billion (14,000 DMIPS) while the existing 1.5GHz dual-core Cortex-A9-based products process 2 instructions per second to 7.5 billion (7,500 DMIPS ).This was already rumored back in April this year. Continue reading “Samsung announces Exynos 5250 with 2GHz Cortex-A15 dual-core processor”

Google Maps for Android v6.0 update brings indoor Maps

Google Maps for Android has been updated to version 6.0 that brings indoor Maps that lets you determine where you are, what floor you’re on, and where to go indoors and more. It also includes detailed floor plans that automatically appear when you’re viewing the map and zoomed-in on a building where indoor map data is available. It also has a new drop-down menu for the top toolbar for easy switching between common features and updated home screen for places. Continue reading “Google Maps for Android v6.0 update brings indoor Maps”

Samsung Galaxy Nexus comes with 2000 mAh extended battery in South Korea

Samsung Galaxy Nexus would come with a 2000 mAh extended battery in South Korea. This would improve the phone’s standby and offer more juice to get your phone going. The Samsung Galaxy Nexus comes with a 1750 mAh battery, and this 2000 mAh extended battery comes in addition to that. This also comes with a back cover to fit in the new battery. The extended battery for the Samsung Galaxy S2 launched in South Korea long back which was launched in U.S few months back. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Nexus comes with 2000 mAh extended battery in South Korea”

Nokia World 2011 – a late recap

It was this time of the year again, where the heart of every Nokia Fan beats a little bit faster. Nokia Enthusiasts, bloggers, journalists and many more took the trip to London, to join Nokia and see what they have been up to. Same as last year, Nokia World has again been held at the Excel Center in London. I was lucky enough to get an invitation from the awesome people at Nokia Connects and Stephanie from Nokia Austria, and that itself made sure for a fun ride! This years showcase of everything Nokia promised to be a big one, with Windows Phone finally arriving in the form of something we can get our hands on, and since I’m a firm believer in the partnership between Microsoft and Nokia, I can’t say I wasn’t excited to finally get over there and see what the Finns are up to. Keep in mind, this will not be an in-depth analysis of what happened at the keynote, nor will i deep dive into the handsets (that will come later on), what you’re about to read were my personal experiences, and how it felt to be part of the event. Ready? Read on..

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Health Apps for Nokia Phones

Here are some Health apps for Nokia phones that would offer instant guidance, educate, track and to provide health news on HIV AIDS, On the occasion of World AIDS Day on December 1, 2011. Some of these app also provides news, notifications about new diseases and much more. Continue reading “Health Apps for Nokia Phones”

RIM announces BlackBerry Mobile Fusion – Device Management solution for BlackBerry, iOS and Android


RIM has announced the BlackBerry Mobile Fusion, multi-platform Mobile Device Management (MDM) for BlackBerry , Android and iOS devices. This would let the users to manage devices, users, groups and policies from a single place, required and optional work applications. It also supports BlackBerry Balance technology that enables BlackBerry smartphones to be used for business and personal purposes. Continue reading “RIM announces BlackBerry Mobile Fusion – Device Management solution for BlackBerry, iOS and Android”

LG Optimus Link Dual SIM Android Phone now shipping in Russia

LG announced the LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net this July. They have also announced that the LG Optimus Net would come with Dual SIM and NFC support (based on the carriers) in 30 European Markets by Summer. Now LG has announced on their LG Russia’s Facebook page that the LG Optimus Link which is the European version of the LG Optimus Net with Dual SIM has started shipping in Russia. The LG Optimus Pro and Optimus Net were recently launched in India. Continue reading “LG Optimus Link Dual SIM Android Phone now shipping in Russia”

LG Nitro HD with 720p HD Display and 4G LTE gets Priced at $249.99 for AT&T USA

LG announced the Optimus LTE in Korea last month  which boasts of a 720p HD IPS Display and at that point LG did not plan to release the device in other markets. Looks like that has changed as LG launched the Optimus LTE in Canada earlier this month and now AT&T has announced that it is going to launch the the LG Nitro HD which seems like the carrier’s variant of the Optimus LTE. The device packs a True HD AH-IPS (High Definition Advanced High Performance In-Plane Switching) 4.5 inch display with  329 pixels per inch. More details about the display technology here . Continue reading “LG Nitro HD with 720p HD Display and 4G LTE gets Priced at $249.99 for AT&T USA”

LG confirms Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for Optimus 2X, Optimus Black and Optimus 3D


The LG Optimus 2X, Optimus Black, Optimus 3D and the Optimus LTE would be the first LG devices that would get the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update confirms LG on their Facebook page. LG has just started rolling out Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) update for their Optimus 3D that brings lots of new camera features and for the Optimus 2x. They already confirmed the Gingerbread update for these devices last month for Europe on their Facebook page. Continue reading “LG confirms Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for Optimus 2X, Optimus Black and Optimus 3D”

G’FIVE launches G303 Dual SIM and G616 Triple SIM Phones

G’FIVE has launched 2 news affordable phones, G303 and G616. The G303 is a touch & type phone with Dual SIM with Dual Standby capability and a unique form factor that is targeted at the youth. The G616 is a Triple SIM QWERTY touch screen phone with Triple Standby which is also feature-rich and is targeted at young professionals. Continue reading “G’FIVE launches G303 Dual SIM and G616 Triple SIM Phones”

Hands on : Blackberry Bold 9790

RIM introduced a new addition to its Bold series alongside its Curve series siblings at the launch yesterday. The baby Bold as it has been positioned has a lot going for it. We had some hands on time with it. Click through to read more about the Bold 9790.

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Samsung Galaxy Nexus Unboxing Video

The Galaxy Nexus is world’s first phone to run on Android 4.0 which is also known as Ice Cream Sandwich. Google and Samsung unveiled the device in Hong Kong last month and the device went on sale in few markets earlier this month. The handset is priced at around 429 pounds in the UK.The box is unusually long and has the picture of the device  on the front and sides.A very simplistic design with subtle marketing material. No mention even of the specs on the outside.The unit we got was a Titanium Silver color. The device boasts of a 4.65 inch SuperAMOLED display with a 720p resolution.It is powered by a 1.2 GHz CPU and packs 16GB of inbuilt storage without an expansion slot. There is a 5MP camera on the back and a 1.3 MP front facing camera. It uses only a normal SIM card slot unlike other recent phones to hit the market like iPhone 4s,  Nokia Lumia 800 or Motorola RAZR.  Here is the unboxing video without further ado Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Nexus Unboxing Video”