Nokia 808 PureView with 41MP Camera Smartphone Announced At MWC 2012

We have gotten used to camera phones with 8MP rear shooters but guess what? Nokia has officially unveiled its Nokia 808 camera smartphone at the 2012 MWC. What’s so special about this phone? The mere fact that its name sounds like an average Nokia handset you won’t even think that it packs a massive 41MP camera sensor! Now, that’s what you call as a true blue camera smartphone.

Well then, allow us to tell you that the Nokia 808 sports the looks of what you can probably call as a futuristic-looking smartphone. If you take a close look at its press shot, you’ll be able to notice that its 41MP rear camera shows a prominent curve. But that’s not all. You’ll also be able to indulge yourself with the phone’s exclusive Carl Zeiss optics lens with Xenon flash that could capture and record your favorite moments in 1920 x 1080 pixels of full HD (high-definition) resolution. Certainly, this phone will attract a lot of photo enthusiasts! Plus, you’ll be able to experience what it is really like to record a high quality video with Dolby Digital Plus for superb audio playback.
Furthermore, it is quite interesting to know that the Nokia 808 won’t run on Microsoft’s Windows Phone mobile operating system. Instead, it will run on Symbian Belle and it will be powered by its ever-reliable 1.3GHz single-core processor. And before we forget, the smartphone will flaunt its 4 inch ClearBlack AMOLED Display with 640 x 360 pixels of full screen resolution. You also don’t need to worry about the phone’s delicate screen as it will be coated with a scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass protection. Obviously, you’ll need a decent amount of memory to be able to indulge yourself with high-res photos. Imagine how it would be like to take a panoramic shot of your surroundings using the phone’s massive camera sensor. By that, we mean that you can take a couple of shots without worrying about the storage capacity of your handset. That’s because the Nokia 808 packs an ample amount of internal storage (around 16GB) and you can also depend on its 48GB of expandable storage. In terms of connectivity, the smartphone can take pride of its Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, NFC, HDMI and 3G HSDPA network. The phone will be equipped with a 1400 mAh battery.
Currently priced at 450 Euro, the Nokia 808 will be made available in May. You can choose among its white, black and red colors.

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Lumigon T2 Android 4.0 ICS Smartphone With Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Audio Showcased At MWC 2012

The Lumigon T1 was released on 2010. Now is the perfect time for its successor, the Lumigon T2, to make an appearance at the 2012 MWC. Indeed, the smartphone deserves to be recognized for its unique ability to function as a universal remote control. And, it can also take pride of its integrated Bang & Olufsen audio technology for superb quality sound enhancement. No doubt. This phone could attract a lot of audiophiles.

The Lumigon T2 may not be a quad core handset but you can still rely on its 1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor. Plus, it packs the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS. But wait, there’s more! The smartphone features its 3.8 inch ultra-sharp high resolution screen with Gorilla Glass Protection. That means you won’t have to worry about your handset’s delicate display as it cannot be easily damaged by dusts and scrapes.

Still not satisfied? Well, you will probably be tempted to get one once you know that the smartphone will be equipped with an 8MP rear facing camera with flash that you can use to take a couple of still shots and high quality videos. You will also be able to make use of the phone’s front facing camera for video calls. In addition, the phone flaunts its 32GB expandable micro SD card storage, Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, GPS, FM transmitter/receiver, proximity and ambient light sensors. As we’ve said, the handset offers its unique ability to act as a universal remote that you can use to control your TV, home theatre and a whole lot more.
As for those who are interested to get one, the Lumigon T2’s official market release has already been slated for the first half of 2012. That’s for those who are in Europe and Asia though. We still don’t know when it will be made available in the US. The phone will be sold for $670.

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10 Best Smartphone-Tablet Announced At MWC 2012 (Mobile World Congress)

Last week, companies like Nokia and Samsung were able to showcase their new devices at the 2012 (MWC) Mobile World Congress. The four-day event, which was held at Barcelona, was indeed filled with lots of smartphones and tablets. Some of them were packed with impressive specs while there are those that can be considered as mid-ranged handsets. Anyways, we have the hunch that you would like to know the best gadgets that were showcased at the Mobile World Congress. So instead of doing a round-up, we somehow thought of doing a post that would highlight the Top 10 Best MWC Gadgets. We aren’t really particular of the hierarchy but the last three will be our best choices.
1 – Huawei Ascend D Quad
Huawei may be known for producing a lot of budget-friendly Android smartphones but it did manage to please the elite crowd with its all-new line of high-end handsets. The Ascend D Quad is part of Huawei’s Ascend Series and it can definitely take pride of its 4.5 inch IPS+ LCD display, 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus and dual LED flash, 1080p HD quality video recording, 1.3MP front facing camera, 1.2GHz quad core Huawei K3V2 processor, Dolby Mobile 3.0 Plus sound enhancement, up to 32GB of micro SD card storage, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of ROM. The smartphone runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and it flaunts its 8.9mm thin body that doesn’t go any heavier than 130 grams. In fact, Huawei claims that it’s the world’s fastest quad core smartphone.

Slated to arrive on the second quarter of this year, Huawei claims that the Ascend D Quad will be much cheaper than its competitors.
2 – ZTE Era
ZTE is a well-known consumer electronics company from China. We’ve already seen a couple of devices from this handset and tablet maker but this time, we’re going to talk about the ZTE Era. Currently being dubbed as one of the world’s thinnest quad core handsets, the ZTE Era highlights its 1.3GHz Nvidia Tegra 3 Quad Core Processor with a fifth battery-saving core. Appearance wise, the smartphone looks very elegant as it flaunts its four virtual buttons. Just like the Huawei Ascend D Quad, the handset runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and it can also take pride of its 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus, LED flash and geo-tagging that’s fully capable of 1080p HD quality video recording. You can also make use of the phone’s front-facing VGA camera for video chats.

As of now, the ZTE Era is currently heading to Europe and China. Do expect that it will be made available sometime within the second quarter of 2012.
3 – Sony Xperia P
The Sony Xperia P belongs to Sony Mobile’s ever-growing family of Xperia handsets. Officially announced at the Mobile World Congress, the smartphone joins the Xperia Ion and the famed Xperia S. At first glance, you can definitely notice the phone’s distinctive, minimalist design and you can even choose among its black, silver and red colors. Specs wise, the Sony Xperia P highlights its 4.0 inch LED-backlit LCD capacitive touchscreen with 540 x 960 pixels of full screen resolution, scratch-resistant glass coating with Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine, Timescape UI, 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus, LED Flash and 3D Sweep Panorama, 1080p HD video recording, front facing VGA camera, 16GB of internal storage, 1GB of RAM and 1GHz STE U8500 Dual Core Processor. The phone is currently being powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread but its firmware will later on be upgraded to Android Ice Cream Sandwich v4.0. You’ll have to wait until mid-Q2 before you can see the phone in the shelves of your local handset retailers.

4 – LG Optimus 4X HD
The fourth one in our list is an Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich powered smartphone that’s currently being called as the LG Optimus 4X HD. The phone flaunts its high-definition screen that’s perfect for viewing your favorite HD video streams. That being said, the phone features its 4.7 inch HD-IPS LCD display that goes alongside with its 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus and LED flash that’s fully capable of 1080p HD video recording, 1.3MP front facing camera, ULP GeForce Graphics, HTML5 Browser with Adobe Flash and 1.5GHz Nvidia Tegra Quad Core Processor.

To date, no official word of confirmation has been uttered regarding the phone’s price and official date of launch. Fortunately, LG did state that the Optimus 4X HD will be released in the market sometime within the second quarter.
5 – HTC One S
It would be a bummer to think that not all have heard of the HTC One S, HTC’s thinnest smartphone. It only weighs around 119.5 grams while its body doesn’t go any thicker than 7.8mm. The One S may not be as powerful as the HTC One X but it can definitely allow you to take advantage of impressive specs. The One S flaunts its 4.3 inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass protection, 540 x 960 pixels of full screen resolution, HTC Sense UI, 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus, LED flash and simultaneous HD video and image recording, 1.3MP front facing camera, 16GB of internal storage, 1GB RAM and 1.5GHz Dual Core Krait Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor. Like most of today’s newly-announced handsets, the HTC One S runs on Android Ice Cream Sandwich v4.0. It will be made available sometime within the second quarter of 2012.

6 – HTC One X
We’ve already told you about the HTC One S. Now, it’s time for us to highlight its powerful sibling – the HTC One X. And just like the One S, the smartphone can also allow you to record your videos in 1080p HD quality since it is equipped with an 8MP rear facing camera with autofocus, LED flash and simultaneous HD video and image recording. As we’ve already said, the One X has the edge over the One S since it is powered by Nvidia’s 1.5GHz Tegra Quad Core Processor. The handset can also take pride of its Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system, 4.7 inch Super IPS LCD2 capacitive touchscreen, HTC Sense UI, Beats Audio and NFC support for mobile payments and transactions.

Likewise, the smartphone has not yet been released in the market. It will hit the shelves sometime within Q2 2012.
7 – Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1
If you think that the 5.3 inch Samsung Galaxy Note is a bit large for a smartphone, then there’s no reason for you to doubt the identity of the newly-announced Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1. Obviously, it’s a 10.1 inch tablet with features that can somewhat be compared to the phone-tablet. By that, we mean that the slate can also make use of its unique S-Pen Technology that allows you to doodle on your memos and photos. Specs wise, the Galaxy Note tablet flaunts its PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen, 800 x 1280 pixels screen, 3.15MP rear facing camera with autofocus and LED flash, 1080p HD video recording, 2MP front facing camera, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor. The tablet weighs 583 grams. No statement has been released regarding the slate’s official date of launch.

8 – Asus Padfone
The Asus Padfone isn’t your typical type of smartphone. It may flaunt its 4.3 Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen but mind you, it can actually be converted into a 10.1 inch tablet with an optional keyboard docking station. As a matter of fact, we can say that the Padfone can be considered as one of this year’s most noteworthy smartphones. In terms of performance, the handset a ‘la tablet can take pride of its 1.5GHz Dual Core Scorpion Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor that goes alongside with its Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich platform. But that’s not all. You can also take advantage of the Padfone’s 8MP rear facing camera with LED flash, front facing VGA camera and 16GB – 32GB of storage options. The phone will be made available in the market this coming April for a price that’s yet to be known.

9 – Samsung Galaxy Beam Projector
How would you like to own a smartphone with a built-in Pico Projector? If you do want to own one, allow us to tell you more about the Samsung Galaxy Beam. The smartphone sports its integrated 15 lumen HD Projector that can cast your presentations onto a 50 inch wall. Ideal for businessmen and educators, the Samsung Galaxy Beam can now be pre-ordered in the UK for a very decent price of 320 Pounds. It is equipped with a 4.0 inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen that’s been paired with its Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system and 1GHz Dual Core Cortex A9 Processor. You can also rely on the handset’s 5MP rear camera with LED flash and 1.3MP front camera that you can use for video calls.

10 – Nokia 808 PureView
Last but not the least is the Nokia 808 PureView, MWC’s Best New Mobile Handset. The award-winning smartphone may not be powered by Nvidia’s Quad Core Processor but it can definitely take pride of its whopping rear facing camera with 41MP sensor. Now, that’s what you call as a super camera phone! But that’s not all. The phone humbly boasts its Carl Zeiss optics and Xenon Flash. No doubt, a lot of photography enthusiasts would opt to get one. Furthermore, the Nokia 808 PureView flaunts its 4.0 inch AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 1.3GHz ARM 11 chipset and front facing camera for video calls. It is currently being powered by Nokia’s Symbian Belle OS.

As of now, what we do know is that the unlocked version of the said smartphone will be hitting the UK shelves via Unlocked Mobiles this coming April 23rd.

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HTC Proto Has Helped To Raise Potential Buyers’ Numbers (Rumors)

We all know that the HTC Corporation is a company that is well known for the production of high-end electronic devices. It specializes in mobile phones and it has been in operation since the year 1997. Over the years, HTC has been successful in the production of smartphones and tablets, which initially operated on a Windows OS from Microsoft. Due to competition and technology advancement, they evolved to Android OS as well as shifting their focus towards a stronger brand of Windows phones.
People are opening up to having mobile phones that are useful for a number of things other than making and receiving calls and short text messages. The technology advancement in the world today has enabled mobile phones to have more abilities with the help of applications. Savvy users are looking into installing advanced phone applications that help with day-to-day activities. Therefore, the modern mobile phone with the ability to store and process most applications at the highest speed is the one that will win most clients. Corporations like HTC have known this fact and they are deep into providing that mobile phone.

Currently as a trending topic, there have been rumors that HTC is about to release a new model into the market. The HTC Proto is said to come out this fall and it has created quite some excitement in the market. More people are waiting for the phone to come out due to its anticipated amazing specs.
The new HTC Proto is anticipated to be supported by the Android platform. This is exciting for most people who already like using Android limitless apps. It will be equipped with a 1GHZ dual core processor with MSM8225-Chpisatz Qualcomm and it will come with a 3.7 inches LCD display, which will be approximately one inch upgrade from the last model HTC One V. It also comes with a sufficient RAM of 512 MB backed by an internal memory of 4GB. It will have a strong high quality exterior that is scratch and shock proof. Wow!
Additional features will include a strong set of audio features and a 5 megapixel camera. The leaks have sparked some popularity for the HTC Proto with many people responding on online photos and specs posts. Many people are waiting for the launch so that they can get one for themselves. HTC has a history of having strong and fast handsets with a good processor and memory, and the good thing about them is the affordable price range that they provide.
Do not waste your chance to get one when fall comes, folks!

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Optimus L3 Dual From LG Announced: Features And Specifications

Although Optimus L3 was unveiled much earlier in the year together with its brothers, L5 and L7, it wasn’t a dual SIM version at that time of unveiling. Just a few days ago, LG decides to announce its LG Optimus L3′s availability to India as a dual SIM smartphone, coined with the phrase extending to include “Dual” in its product name.
It isn’t hard to guess what is happening here. We know that the users in India have a special preference for dual SIM phones and that is exactly what LG has aimed to do to please the Indian users. Moreover, HTC also has just launched their dual SIM phone, HTC Desire VC, in India and that’s why LG decides to join in the fun with the L3 Dual. In case you didn’t know, dual SIM phones can allow users to switch networks on the same phone and this can actually contributes to better call cost savings as well as attaining better network coverage in certain areas.

If you are interested to get this phone, you should be happy to know that it isn’t expensive. Currently, the suggested retail price is about Rs. 8299 and the specifications are almost the same as the L3 version, with the main exception being that this LG Otimus L3 Dual can support dual SIM capacity (Duh!). I would say that it also has a very minor facelift, making it slightly to look like Optimus Chic actually.
Here’s a look at the other specifications which you might be interested to know:

• Android Gingerbread 2.3
• Single-core Qualcomm processor (800 MHz)
• RAM of 384MB
• Adreno 200 GPU (For graphical acceleration)
• Wi-Fi
• HSDPA speed
• Bluetooth
• 1500 mAh battery
• TFT display screen measuring 3.2 inches (resolution of 240×320)
• 3.2 MP camera (VGA video)
• MicroSD slot expansion up to 32GB

I would say that this LG Optimus L3 Dual is a decent buy, considering that it is bringing to us features that are usually sported in phones that cost about Rs. 10000 running Android OS. Of course, it is an entry level phone but in today’s economy, when it comes to the purchase of smartphones, we should always look for specifications coupled with the angle on its pricing. This phone is certainly competing with the others as a stronger offering with that two components in view.
Do share with us your views! Will you be getting the HTC Desire VC or this LG Optimus L3 Dual ?

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Sony Xperia Tablet S Revealed – Specifications, Features And Price

The second generation of the Tablet S has been revealed and it is now to be called the Xperia Tablet S. It is due out on September 7 and retains the same design as the original Tablet S because Sony says that it is easier and more comfortable to hold and they are also claiming that it weighs less than the iPad. It’s not waterproof but they claim that it will survive having 10 liters of water on it per minute for a total of 5 minutes.
The hardware was as rumored which means that Xperia Tablet S does use the quad-core Tegra 3 processor and it will allow you to have up to 64GB storage built-in. The screen is 9.4” with 1280 x 800 resolution and the battery is apparently going to give it up to 10 hours of running time. Because it keeps its IR emitter it still has a wide range of TV apps and some of them are new while others are being improved. This means that it will be launched with Android ICS but Sony has promised that Jelly Bean will be given to the device once they finish updating all their apps.

The applications include old favorites but Xperia Tablet S also has a new one called “Watch Now” which provides a number of features including the ability to monitor social media to recommend shows that it thinks you will like or that are currently trending. The “guest mode” is being called a parental control which might make some people very happy and it will allow you to check into social media when you are watching a show. Since the IR emitter is being kept it now allows you to program up to 6 macros when it’s being used as a universal remote which is a very handy feature.
Xperia Tablet S gives you a full size SD slot for more storage but there are as yet no details on the maximum storage it will allow. Prices have been released and it starts at $400 for the 16GB with the 64GB being available for $600 which is obviously quite expensive compared to its competitors but it is also quite different. Of course it has a range of accessories already available for it and they include a Surface-like keyboard and a stand with built-in HDMI and USB charging adapter which is perhaps the most useful accessory on the list. Each of them is $100 with carrying cases at a little less for non-leather ones.
Because it’s a Sony product it includes Music and Video Unlimited as well as 5GB storage on Sony’s brand new cloud storage service, PlayMemories.

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Toshiba Thrive 10″ Gets The Android Ice Cream Sandwich OS Update !

The 10 inch tablet, powered by a 2 dual core processor by Nvidia Tegra and boasting of 1GB RAM, better known as the Thrive, has been doing quite well in the market-despite being run on the older Android platform, Honeycomb. This is because it has proved to be a pleasure to work with, as it is very responsive, a quality that many will appreciate. It is also easily customizable and has clearly been well built. All the same, everyone has been greatly anticipating the update of the device’s OS to the Android Ice Cream Sandwich as this promises to enhance the experience with the tablet even more.
The update, which months earlier had been announced to be scheduled for end of spring which was being eagerly anticipated by Thrive owners was delayed at the last minute by the manufacturers due to unforeseen circumstances. It was announced that the predicted time of release would be in early fall. This came as a big blow to all those who had been eagerly waiting for the update but the good news is that it is now finally here – for real!

The update has actually come much earlier than the second predicted time, but a post on the Toshiba forum informing Thrive users of the move confirmed it. The post said in part, “we are pleased to announce a new software update for your Thrive 10 tablet.” The switch to the new operating system offers Thrive users an improvement in camera functions, video and audio performance and a much better connectivity resulting from improved signal strength.
How to get the update
There has been no news on an update for the 7-inch model, so it appears owners of this version will just have to be contented with the Honeycomb for the time being. If you own a 10-inch version however, the update should begin to roll out for you automatically in the due course of time.  You will get a notification from Toshiba concerning the update and should follow the on screen instructions to download it.  Those who have already downloaded the ICS report that it takes about 30 minutes to download once it starts.
If you are one of those people who just cannot wait for the notification however, go to your “Service Station” app on your Thrive tablet and click on Check for Updates to get the instructions so that you may download the ICS onto your device right away!

Source: Techzek

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Archos G10 tablet with slimmer design to be unveiled in three weeks

Archos been manufacturing MIDs/tablets even before Apple announced the iPad. But they’ve always been more about low-end to mid-end devices, than about making gadgets that actually look and feel premium. It looks like that’s about to change with Archos’ Gen 10 tablets, which look like they were made to compete in the high-end market, hopefully for a lower price.
A few months back we got a glimpse of the Archos G10 XS, which is meant to be a competitor to the Transformer series from Asus. That seems like a good move, as I think there’s a lot of room on the market for hybrid devices that are not too expensive, and run much better than Windows 7 netbooks.
As an added benefit, tablets fitted with keyboard docks usually have a much longer battery life than netbooks. Asus Transformer devices can typically claim over 15-18 hours of use, a performance that is buoyed by the extra battery found in the dock. We don’t know if Archos plans to put a battery in the dock as well, but judging from its thickness , I’d say it includes a battery.
The Archos G10 tablet that you can see in the first image (teased on Facebook) of this post is supposed to be unveiled in 3 weeks, and it might not be the same G10 XS device. I expect the device to arrive with ICS, not Jelly Bean, and probably a Tegra 3 chip.

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Google Nexus 7 Pre-Orders Start Spreading Across Retailers

Although there’s still a week or so to go before Google’s Nexus 7 is available, various retailers are already starting to take pre-orders for the device. It is worth noting that once it is launched the Nexus 7 will be available for purchase directly from the Google Play Store but if you are in a rush to get your hands on one then the pre-orders may allow you to skip a longer wait for shipping.

So far, the retailers that have live pre-order pages are Best Buy and their Canadian subsidiary the Future Shop, Staples, and GameStop. On the other side of the pond in the UK, Dixons have opened up pre-orders as well.
Discrepancies Between Retailers
All of these retailers only have the 16 GB version of the Nexus 7 listed as available, despite the fact that it was rumored that the 8 GB version would be launching first. Also rather bizarrely some of the retailers are providing different details regarding the date when the Nexus 7 will be available.
Staples says that it expects stock to arrive on July the 14th (or within the range of the 12th to the 17th), whereas GameStop lists the release date as July 31st. Even further down the ladder are Best Buy and the Future Shop which both say they’ll get stock on the 10th of August. Dixons has stated that buyers can expect to receive their device by July 17th.
On the official side of things Google’s last announcement pegged the Nexus 7 for release in the third quarter of 2012, so there is really no telling which date is accurate.
Another point of interest is that Best Buy and the Future Shop both list the price as $259.99 while Staples and GameStop are offering it at $249.99. Furthermore GameStop is running a 30% ‘trade bonus’ on items traded in towards purchasing a Nexus 7.
To sum it up, Staples would appear to be the best choice if you want the Nexus 7 early but GameStop is definitely worth looking at if you are interested in trading in an older device. Unfortunately Best Buy and the Future Shop lag behind in terms of their release date and the price of the device as well.
Nexus 7  Low Down
With a quad-core Tegra 3 processor and Google’s Android 4.1 Jellybean as its OS, the Nexus 7 is one of the most anticipated tablet releases this year. For all its sleekness, light weight and size, it packs a punch with the Tegra 3 processor that also comes with a 12-core GPU that displays movies, images, and games beautifully on its 1280×800 HD display.
It boasts 1GB of RAM, and support for WiFi and Bluetooth while including a micro USB port,  and the front-facing camera, microphone, accelerometer,  GPS, gyroscope, and magnetometer that you’d expect from a tablet.
Both the 8 GB and 16 GB versions of the Nexus 7 are reasonably priced especially considering the specifications that they pack under the hood.
All things considered it is a safe bet that with the hype and enthusiasm the Nexus 7 has generated the pre-orders will quickly fill up, despite whatever inconsistencies may exist between them.

Source: Techzek

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Panasonic Toughpad A1 Tablet Passed FCC Testing, Soon to be Released

We have heard rumors and confirmed reports last year (around November) that Panasonic was planning to release a tablet so tough to withstand water pressure and shock that most of the tablets in the market today. However, six months have already passed until we heard another report and apparently an announcement from the company that the Panasonic Toughpad A1 has already made its way through FCC and is going to be released soon.

We are hoping that since Panasonic stresses on the Toughpad A1′s water-proof capability that the summer time would be perfect for the release but it hasn’t confirmed any rumors or reports yet. In fact, the full specs were not officially provided yet only features. So, let’s try to tackle on features Panasonic provided and speculate on other specs not mentioned later.
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. It is reassuring to learn that Panasonic’s Toughpad A1 will operate on the latest version of Android operating system (OS) and not Honeycomb. There have been some speculations that Toughpad will feature the robust nature of Honeycomb considering that Panasonic’s soon-to-be-released slate leaves the impression of being ragged.
4G LTE Broadband Connectivity. In a bid to capture a chunk in the 4G LTE market, Panasonic makes Toughpad A1 LTE-capable which is as attractive as it can get. But it is in this feature that we will know that even if this tablet will be as tough as what you might say it is, it doesn’t have a chance to sport a quad-core (Nvidia Tegra 3 or Exynos 4 Quad) processor. If Panasonic wants this device to excel, Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 is the perfect choice.
Embedded Hardware Security. This is one of the features Panasonic considers a selling point. Not every tablet in the market gets a dedicated core for security. Although we still have to see what Panasonic has in store for us in terms of security, we are very excited to know this device does not only come with a rugged design but also a feature that make your data safe.
Rugged MIL-STD-810G Design. This is one of the superficial features of this device. But believe me, its design actually leaves an impression that Toughpad A1 will be a robust, rugged and tough tablet. While there are no specs available to compare my statement, I believe Panasonic will use a special kind of glass to protect the display panel.
Business-class Service and Support. This isn’t the first device that Panasonic released targeting the corporate market. So we were actually expecting that the company will be offering business-class service and support for all its users.
Now, let’s try to speculate on the specs this device might come packed with. I’ve already mentioned earlier that there is a possibility that Panasonic will use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S4 dual-core CPU, if it wants to give this device more muscles while being rugged, the fact is Panasonic said Toughpad A1 will feature 1.2GHz dual-core processor so that’s more like it. With 1GB RAM and 16GB internal memory, I think this device will be as competitive as the other tablets in the market. But there’s no mention whether or not it will have a microSD slot or any slot that would support higher capacity removable storage devices. There’s no information about the price and availability yet but stay tuned as we might overkill this device in this blog.

Source: Techzek

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ViewSonic ViewPad E100 Budget Tablet Unveiled At Price $300

ViewSonic has just recently announced another budget tablet that falls at the $300 price tag. The latest ViewSonic ViewPad E100 will be able to capture the market of consumers that wants to have the feel of an Apple iPad device but prefers to pay half the cost. The device has an impressive profile with its 9.1 mm depth and a mass of 620 grams that is just 20 grams lighter and 0.3 mm thinner than the iPad. Based on the figures above, the ViewPad E100 can really go head-to-head with the high-end product of Apple.

The ViewSonic ViewPad E100 houses a 9.7-inch LED-backlit IPS display with a native resolution of 1024 x 768p. Put it side-by-side with the iPad and you would not see much of a difference between the two. ViewPad E100 will run the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS that is well complemented by the 1 GHz Cortex processor and very responsive capacitive touchscreen display that offers a very smooth experience with the Android OS.
On the connectivity side, users will not fall short of options as the new ViewSonic ViewPad E100 will have a lot of ports that the iPad 2 lacks. The ViewPad E100 has a USB port for transferring files easily to any PC or transfer latest music and movie downloads using your flash drives. It also features a proper HDMI port that offers a more convenient connection as opposed to the one with the iPad 2. In addition, the device will also have a microSD slot to allow the user to expand the internal storage of the device. Apart from the Wi-Fi connectivity of the ViewPad E100, it will also support 3G networks and two variants will be available, one with 3G and the other with Wi-Fi only. In addition, it also has support for Bluetooth 3.0 to connect the tablet to other device and peripherals.
The latest ViewSonic ViewPad E100 is truly an impressive lower-priced alternative to the iPad 2. We are looking forward to see more of this device on the coming months as it will be released in Europe this third quarter of 2012. Price is expected to be around $300 which is much lower than the expected price of £260 for the wi-fi version and £325 for the 3G enabled devices. As quoted from the Michael Holstein, Vice President of Business Development of ViewSonic,

“The ViewPad E100 delivers a mobile tablet experience at an irresistible price point. By pairing our display expertise with the latest Android operating system and mobile technology, we are able to offer our customers a seamless experience for on the go productivity and entertainment,”

Source: Techzek

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Wishtel Ira Thing 2 ICS Tablet launched For Only Rs. 6,500

For a company that only released their first two tablets about 3 months ago, Wishtel certainly seems to be doing well if the launch of yet another tablet is anything to go by. The Ira and Ira Thing by Wishtel received what the company describes as an ‘overwhelming’ response, and now the Ira Thing 2 has been launched to to build on that success.

Entirely designed and manufactured in India, the Ira Thing 2 is a trendy looking tablet that comes in 6 colors: Red, blue, black, yellow, pink, and white.
Specifications
The Ira Thing 2 is a 7 inch tablet with a multi-touch capacitive screen that runs on Android Ice Cream Sandwich. Considering the 7 inch tablet market in India already has a number of entrants with Ice Cream Sandwich on board, the Ira Thing 2 faces some stiff competition.
Its 1.5 GHz processor is fairly impressive especially considering the price point, but the fact that it only sports 512 MB of RAM does disappoint slightly too. Also, it only has 4 GB of internal memory for storage, though the support for MicroSD will allow users to extend that by up to 32 GB.
On the front of the tablet is a 1.2 Megapixel camera. Although that isn’t much to brag about, it will allow for video calls and conferences, which is the idea really.
The connectivity of the tablet is a little bit disappointing. It does support WiFi but it does not have Bluetooth or a GPS. To connect to 3G networks, a dongle will be required, which must be obtained separately but isn’t too big of an issue.
Looking at it on a side profile, you’ll notice the 3.5 mm standard audio port, and a mini HDMI port as well.
With a 3000 mAh battery, the advertised ‘browsing time’ of the Ira Thing 2 is ‘up to 4 hours’. Chances are it will be a little less, but that does sound near what would be expected.
A Trendy, Localized Tablet
All in all, the Ira Thing 2 has 2 main selling points, the first of which is the fact that it is a trendy and well engineered device that looks good. Unlike some of the other clunky tablets available at around this price point, it stands out remarkably with its pastel colored exterior.
The second advantage the Ira Thing 2 has going for it is the fact that it has a number of localized customizations on board. It has an Indian language keyboard that supports 14 of the major languages used in the country, which is definitely a plus point.
Other localized options include a news app that will access all the major newspapers, and a TV app that delivers over 120 channels.
Long story short, at Rs. 6,500 the Ira Thing 2 is a tablet that has decent connectivity options, is able to play full 1080p HD movies, and shouldn’t have any issues with apps. What will truly determine its success is probably whether or not it is able to tap into its target market, i.e. the youth of India.
If nothing else, the entry of the Ira Thing 2 into the 7 inch market is bound to intensify the competition there further.

Source: Techzek

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Simmtronics Launched XPad Tablet in UAE – World’s Most Affordable Tablet Series

Simmtronics may not be a household name just yet but it took several steps in that direction on Wednesday in Dubai with the launch of its XPad series of Android tablets.
Claiming that the tablet’s were the ‘world’s most affordable’, it is targeting consumers who are looking for a budget tablet without compromising on its quality or features. The tablets that Simmtronics offers are all made in India, and are already selling extremely well in the Asia Pacific region.

The company admits that calling the series of tablets the ‘XPad’ was a conscious marketing decision to opt for a short and easy to recall name reminiscent of the iPad rather than other options such as the SimPad or Simmtronics Pad.
XPad Series Specifications
In the XPad series are a total of 5 different tablets that measure up at 7 inches, 8 inches, 9 inches, 9.7 inches and 10 inches. All of them run on a Cortex Arm8 1GHz processor and feature Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich as their operating system.
On the storage front they have 4GB of internal Nand Flash memory, and also provide MicroSD card support that allows for an additional 32GB.
With both a USB and HDMI port, the XPad series offers users a lot of options and flexibility when it comes to connecting their devices to other peripherals. It is fully WiFi capable, and also has support for 3G connectivity. The only feature missing is support for GPS.
While fulfilling its promise to deliver maximum connectivity for mobile users, the XPad has the capability to handle 1080p HD video seamlessly, render 2D and 3D graphics without issues, and perform well above its price range.  Right now the cheapest model in the XPad series is the 7 inch edition that was launched at a price of Dh 299 ($81.40).
Despite the fact that the launch of the Nexus 7 tablet is set to alter the 7 inch tablet market, the fact that a Nexus 7 will be selling at over double the price of a 7 inch XPad is a good sign that the XPad will remain competitive.
Reception and Future Plans
So far Simmtronic’s foray into the tablet market has been very successful. The manufacturer of motherboards, memory, notebooks and tablets has often made the news for its budget tablets and claims to be able to customize tablets for as low as $40.
At the launch of the XPad in the UAE, Simmtronics also revealed that they will be manufacturing another tablet tailored specifically to the needs of Middle Eastern students. No further details were forthcoming, but it stands to reason that it would be even cheaper than the  7 inch version of the XPad.
Due to the sheer amount of orders that Simmtronics has been receiving for its tablets, they face the need of having to expand their manufacturing facilities. Already the factory in India is capable of churning out approximately 300,000 units per month, and they are hoping to double that soon.
On the heels of the XPad series, Simmtronics already plan a number of other low budget but high quality tablets, and are already looking to compete with Samsung’s Galaxy Tab.

Source: Techzek

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Asus Nexus 7 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Manually Update

If you happen to be lucky enough to own a Nexus 7 then you’ve undoubtedly heard that as of yesterday the device began to receive an update to its OS. This update is the 4.1.1 version of Jelly Bean and it brings with it a fair amount of optimization and performance enhancing tweaks.

Many of the small bugs that were found in the original version of Jelly Bean on the Nexus 7 have also been ironed out and with Android 4.1.1 all HD games should run smoothly and there should be no more battery or display issues either. Also, Google Wallet is reportedly included in this new release as well.
Needless to say, if you haven’t already updated your Nexus 7 to 4.1.1 then you’re going to want to do so as soon as possible. Unfortunately the bad news is that Google is rolling out this update in stages, and so if you happen to be in a country where the update isn’t out yet you are going to have two options: Either you can wait until the eventual roll out does reach your country, or you can manually update your Nexus 7.
Prerequisites
Before you attempt to manually update your Nexus 7 with Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean, you’ll need to make sure that it fulfills the following prerequisites:

• The Nexus 7 tablet needs to be rooted
• At least 60% of the battery charge must be remaining
• All important data should be backed up beforehand. Sync your contacts with GMail and transfer all files to an external SD card or some other storage if possible

Due to the fact that you are going to be installing the update via the Recovery Mode, you can use a custom mod like ClockworkMod recovery – but it is not necessary. If you are using the stock Recovery Mode this installation process will work just the same.
Installation Instructions
To manually install the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update, all that you need to do is follow these instructions:

1. Download the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Update Package from the link provided and save it on your computer
2. Use a USB cable to connect your computer to your Nexus 7 device
3. Transfer the file that you downloaded to your Nexus 7
4. Disconnect the USB cable and turn the Nexus 7 off
5. Enter recovery mode by holding down the volume down and volume up buttons while pressing the power button simultaneously
6. Select the option: Install ZIP from SD card
7. Select the option: Choose ZIP from SD card
8. Browse, locate, and select the file that you downloaded and transferred over in Steps 1 through to 3
9. Wait for the update to finish installing and then select the option to ‘Reboot System Now’

Once your Nexus 7 reboots, it should already be running on Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean. If you’d like to check, you can head over to the ‘About Tablet’ section of your ‘Settings’ and the Android version should be displayed there as 4.1.1.
Installing this update really isn’t all that difficult, and considering the improvements made in Android 4.1.1 it makes sense that you’d want it sooner rather than later. So long as you follow these steps, you should have no issues with the manual installation.

Source: Techzek

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Ainol Releases New Novo 7 ‘Burning’ Tablet with Ice Cream Sandwich

Ainol is a company that many people may not have heard of, though some may have heard of it as ‘Ainovo’. Basically this Chinese manufacturer’s claim to fame came with their launch of the Novo 7 which was the first Android Ice Cream Sandwich tablet to be priced below the $99 mark.

Since that launch they’ve come up with a few other additions to the Novo 7 series, the latest of which being the Novo 7 Burning tablet.
Once again, this tablet is going to be running Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich, but what makes it different from past editions of the Novo 7 are the specifications which seem to put it in a much higher bracket of competition than any of its predecessors.
Specifications
The Ainol Novo 7 Burning tablet is a 7 inch tablet that has an IPS liquid crystal display. In itself, the IPS screen means that colors should be displayed a lot more accurately than on most tablets and its resolution of 1280 x 800 goes a long way towards reinforcing that.
Running on an Amlogic 8726-M6 Cortex-A9 dual core processor, the Burning tablet also has a separate GPU in the Mali-400 to help it deal with most of the rendering requirements of modern day tablet apps, Flash, and websites. On the RAM side of the equation, it has 1 GB of DDR3 memory.
Storage shouldn’t be an issue with this Ainol tablet considering its internal 16 GB of storage and support for up to 32 GB additional storage via the microSD card.
One of the features that truly sets the Burning tablet apart from its other Novo 7 predecessors is the presence of two cameras. The rear camera weighs in at 5 Megapixels and can record video at up to 720p HD quality, while the forward camera is only 2 Megapixels but is really intended just for video calls.
As far as ports go it has an audio port, a mini HDMI port, and a mini USB port. Also, it does have WiFi capability but does not have any support for 3G or GPS. The only way to get mobile internet is via a USB dongle that will need to be purchased separately.
Novo 7 Burning Priced Awkwardly
Frankly speaking the biggest problem faced by Ainol’s Novo 7 Burning tablet is that it is expected to compete at close to the same price point as the Kindle Fire 2 and Nexus 7 tablets. Both of those are priced near the $199 mark and right now the Burning tablet is expected to be priced at $179.
Needless to say at only $20 off the price of a Kindle Fire 2 or Nexus 7 many may see it as having a lot to be desired, especially with the absent support for GPS and 3G.
Whether or not this price is final or will drop further as its official release date in August nears remains to be seen. With the Nexus 7 also approaching its official release, competition in this segment of the tablet market will definitely heat up and Ainol may need to find ways to cope with that.
Still, the Burning tablet is an interesting Ice Cream Sandwich device, to say the least.

Source: Techzek

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Motion Computing CL910 Windows 8 Tablet Launched

Most of the news about Windows tablets lately has focused on Microsoft’s Surface tablet, and while it is a pretty exciting tablet for personal use, it doesn’t exactly have the hardiness or features that many business owners may be looking for.

That is what makes Motion Computing’s announced CL910 Windows tablet stand out.
Despite the fact that it is already being compared to the Surface, the CL910 is not batting in that league. Instead, it is a tablet that is focused on enterprises and fulfilling their needs. This latest addition to their CL-series of tablets builds on the strengths of its predecessors and is fully ready to be upgraded to Windows 8 when it is eventually launched.
Specifications
Although it has the same 15.5 mm frame as its predecessor, and the USB port, SD card slot and Gorilla glass from that model as well, under the hood the CL910 is a very different machine.
For starters, it runs on Intel’s new dual core 1.6 GHz Atom N2600 processor and has 2 GB of RAM along with a 128 GB solid state drive for storage. Its display measures up at 10.1 inches with a resolution of 1366 x 768 and includes two-finger touch support as well as high resolution digitizer pen input. For video calls and conferences, it has a 3.0 Megapixel front-facing camera and a 1.3 Megapixel rear camera as well.
Apart from the USB and SD card ports, the CL910 has an audio output and HD video output port as well. On the connectivity front it comes equipped with Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi, wireless SIM and also GPS.
All in all it is a pretty solid tablet, and while it will ship with Windows 7 Professional installed it will be eligible for an upgrade when Windows 8 ‘Metro’ rolls out sometime next year.
Additional Accessories and Peripherals for Enterprises
What makes Motion Computing’s CL910 so attractive to enterprises however are the additional features that come in the form of accessories and peripherals.
The perfect example of one such accessory is the CL-series SlateMate which has an integrated Magnetic Strip Reader and Bar Code Scanner. Other accessories and peripherals include the:

• CL Series Locking Mobile Dock by RAM Mounts which improves both performance and productivity
• CL Series ReadyDock by Advanced Technical Solutions which allows multiple tablets to be charged, synced, and secured
• CL Series VESA Mounting Plates which allow the tablets to attach themselves to any VESA-compliant mounts

While these features may not do much for home users, they are essential for many enterprises and will allow this tablet to be used in a myriad of situations that extend throughout the workplace.
Basically, the CL910 is an enterprise tablet solution that has the future in mind. The biggest advantage it has over most other tablets out there is that because it runs Windows (as opposed to Android or OSX) it will be easy to sync with the existing systems of most enterprises.
Add to that the list of features that very obviously are intended to cater to the needs of an enterprise and it is easy to see why Motion Computing has drawn so much attention with its CL910 launch announcement.

Source: Techzek

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Amazon Q2 2012: Kindle Fire best-seller device, net income down 96%

All the main companies in the tech business are posting their financial details for the second quarter of the year, ending on June 30, and after we looked at various players in the mobile business – including Google, Apple, AT&T or Samsung – we now have Amazon’s financial report for Q2 2012 to inspect.
As expected, the most important product for the company remains its own tablet, the Kindle Fire, a device that’s sold at cost, as the giant retailer tries to make money off the digital content purchased on the tablet by its owners.
But Amazon’s numbers weren’t necessarily good for a company that’s fairly interested in turning in a healthy profit each quarter. The company reported $12.83 billion in sales for the period, a 29% increase in sales, but net income dropped 96% compared to the year-ago quarter to $7 million.
Sure, that number was affected by a $65 million “of estimated net loss related to the acquisition and integration of Kiva Systems, Inc.” but also by a “$272 million unfavorable impact from year-over-year changes in foreign exchange rates throughout the quarter. But $7 million is still a very low number for such a retailer.
It is not clear how many Kindle Fire units the company sold in the second quarter of the year, but those numbers must have surely been affected by the launch of the new iPad, which made Apple discount the iPad 2 by $100, but also by the Nexus 7 rumors that hit the web during the time – the Jelly Bean tablet has only been unveiled in late June, and started selling on its announcement day at Google I/O.
What we’re mostly interested to see from Amazon is its new generation of Kindle Fire tablets, which may be announced and launched in the following months – the company is rumored to have quite a few models in stock soon, with the most recent report suggesting that Amazon will release six different Kindle Fire versions this year.

Source: http://www.androidauthority.com/amazon-q2-2012-kindle-fire-best-seller-device-net-income-down-96-103865/

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Best Buy says some Galaxy Tab 10.1 buyers thought they purchased iPads, returned the Android tablets

Things continue to look not-so-good for Samsung in its complicated patent-based lawsuit against Apple. The two giants are going to face each other off in courts starting with July 30 in the U.S. case, the most important one of for both companies – and they’re fighting it out in over 50 cases in 10 countries.
Earlier today, we heard that Google warned Samsung that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 looked too much like the iPad, which is what Apple was able to get apparently from Samsung documents.
Now we hear that the iPhone and iPad maker scored other similar documents that reveal internal Samsung discussions regarding similarities between its products and Apple’s. One of the interesting tidbits, which Samsung will have a tough time fighting, is the fact that Best Buy customers returned Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices after realizing they were not iPads, which is what they though they were buying in the first place:

Samsung was forced to release a bunch of documents it had been keeping under seal that show the likeness between its products and Apple’s. Examples outlined in the documents include comments from Samsung workers discussing similarities with Apple’s products, and reports Samsung got from retailer Best Buy that Samsung tablets were being returned because customers thought they were getting iPads. Samsung still has a pending motion to prevent all of this information from being included at trial.

So far, Samsung did not have such a great time in courts, where Apple has won more favorable rulings than the South Korean company did, with the most recent one being scored in the U.S. case – the jury was instructed to take into account that Samsung did not preserve documents that could have been used by Apple as evidence in court.
We are thoroughly following the Apple vs Samsung battle because it’s one of the most important legal fights out there for the mobile business, so we’ll be back with more details from the U.S. case that’s about to begin.
Meanwhile, if any of those Best Buy buyers that returned Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices after realizing they were not iPads are reading these lines, then let us know what happened back then and why you made such a mistake.

Sumber: http://www.androidauthority.com/best-buy-says-galaxy-tab-10-1-buyers-thought-they-purchased-ipads-and-returned-android-tablets-103871/

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Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean factory images for Nexus 7, Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus available

Android fans, and especially developers, that own Nexus-branded devices such as the Nexus 7 tablet or the Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus smartphones, should know that Google has already posted the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean factory images for these devices, or at least, for most of them.
Verizon Galaxy Nexus users alongside Sprint Nexus S buyers and Korean Nexus S owners will still have to wait for the corresponding Jelly Bean factory builds for their devices, as Google did not make them available yet.
The factory images will help you restore your device to the initial settings if anything goes wrong while meddling with your developer device of choice, and can be downloaded from Google’s Developers website, as usual. Here are the Jelly Bean builds available to download right away:

• Nexus S (soju): Android 4.1.1 (JRO03E)
• Nexus S (sojua): Android 4.1.1 (JRO03E)
• Galaxy Nexus (yakju): Android 4.1.1 (JRO03C)
• Galaxy Nexus (takju): Android 4.1.1 (JRO03C)
• Nexus 7 (nakasi): Android 4.1.1 (JRO03D)

Sumber: http://www.androidauthority.com/android-4-1-1-jelly-bean-factory-images-nexus-7-nexus-s-galaxy-nexus-available-104063/

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Lava Xolo X900 Review, Specs, Price & Features

Earlier this year, Intel Corporation and Lava International Ltd had announced their partnership in providing the latest smartphone powered by Intel’s newest mobile processor to the ever growing smartphone market of India. The partnership was disclosed to the public during the MWC in Barcelona that was held last February 2012.
Analysts believe that India’s smartphone market have been growing three times faster than any other global market, making it a viable market to introduce the latest Intel Medfield processor. The partnership has led to the development of Lava’s flagship smartphone, Lava XOLO X900 that is expected to be released all over India this 23rd of April. Lava has also entered a long-term partnership with Croma, a national mega store chain that offers consumer electronics and durables, for promotion and sale of their latest smartphone.
Critics say that Intel will have a hard time in entering the smartphone market since it is relatively new in this sector of the computer industry. However, the release of Lava XOLO X900 seems like to prove that Intel’s entry will be a force to be reckoned with. Companies that thrive in the mobile computing sector should rethink their plans as Intel, though taking it one step at time, will surely take its rightful throne and dominate the smartphone market in the coming years.

Lava XOLO X900 shows a lot of potential in the smartphone market and its specifications and features are surely making consumers eager to grab a hold of this one of a kind device. Now, let’s examine what this much awaited smartphone has in store for us.
Design & Screen
The XOLO X900 offers a sleek minimalistic design with a soft plastic finish for its back cover. Ports are well placed for easier usability. The left side of the phone is where the HDMI port is located that allows users to hook up their devices on an HDTV. The micro USB port for power and PC connection is located at the bottom of the phone. The camera button, micro SD slot, and the volume control are located at the right side. The top consists of the power button and the headphone jack.

XOLO X900 is equipped with a high-resolution 4.03-inch LCD touch screen that generates crisp text and vibrant images. The LCD screen has a resolution of 1024 x 600 and a pixel density of 295 PPI, which higher than the screen resolution of the Apple iPhone 4S and Samsung Galaxy S II. Its resolution is similar to the screen resolution of 7-inch and 10-inch Android tablet devices, which allows the phone to run apps and games that were intended for tablets. The high resolution display also supports multi-touch input similar to other devices.
Hardware, Performance & Connectivity
Lava XOLO X900 will house the latest Intel Atom Z2460, also known as Intel Medfield, which features a single Atom core with a 512KB L2 cache, a PowerVR SGX 540 GPU and a dual-channel LPDDR2 memory interface. The processor also features the Intel Hyperthreading Technology. Intel’s latest processor may not be that shocking, the presence of Cortex A9 and PowerVR SGX 544MP2 in the smartphone market. But the performance really gave the clear answer on what this latest processor can do. According to the SunSpider Javascript Benchmark 0.9.1, Intel Medfield outscored Samsung Galaxy Nexus, and other smartphones such Apple iPhone 4S, Samsung Galaxy S II, Motorolla Droid X2 and Motorolla Droid RAZR by a large margin. Its performance is consistent as BrowserMark also reported similar results with SunSpider. The performance of Lava XOLO X900 will set a high standard in the global smartphone sector.

Intel Medfield also provides a better 3D performance compared to other smartphones due to its 400MHz GPU clock. Medfield is better than the OMAP 4460 GPUs since most of these GPUs are only clocked at around 300MHz.
The Lava XOLO X900 is equipped with 1GB of RAM. It also features an HDMI output 1.3a that allows the device to be connected to an HDTV, a feature that will be convenient for displaying presentations in the office as well as for sharing videos and games with the family. The device also has NFC support that will allow radio communication between other smartphone devices. Its applications may include contactless transactions, data exchange and simplified setup of other more complex communications such as WiFi. Users can link their Google Wallet or MasterCard PayPass with the device. In India, NFC transactions are being implemented in cinema theaters for ticketing purposes.

Mobile Internet needs of consumers is addressed by the Lava XOLO X900 through its High-speed 3G HSPA+ network capability that can have a connection speed of up to 21 Mbps. The device will also feature Bluetooth connectivity as well as wireless LAN to allow easier access to the internet. Hands on observations of the XOLO X900 also showed that the device has a very fast browser as compared to other smartphones. GPS navigation is also possible with this device. For transferring files or to sync the device to a PC, the device has a microUSB port at the bottom that will also serve as the power source for
charging the battery.
Unfortunately, the Lava XOLO X900 will be sold with a later version of the Android OS, Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Intel and Lava have announced that an over-the-air (OTA) update will be available soon for the device, allowing OS update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. However, the exact date for the update has not yet been released.
The device will also have access to the Android Market, a normal feature for Android-based devices. However, due to the high screen resolution, more apps can be installed in this device such as apps that are installed on tablets.
Camera & Storage
Fast processing speed and high-quality display is not the only impressive feature of the Lava XOLO X900. The device also features an 8 megapixel camera with flash capability. It has full HD video recording feature that can record high-definition videos in 1080p resolution. The camera is also optimized for low lighting conditions to broaden the functionality of the camera even if the scene has low light. The camera offers features that can be found on digital SLRs, like adjusting the fps or switching into a burst mode. The user can also choose from several scene modes such as Sports, Portrait, Landscape, Night, Night portrait, Fireworks and text. The focus finder can also be adjusted with options of Auto, Infinity, Macro and touch focusing. White balance and ISO can also be adjusted with a few simple tap. The camera also features a shooting burst mode that takes 10 high-quality photos in a second. It also features a 1.3 megapixel secondary camera for video calling.

The device comes with internal storage of 16GB that is well enough to store games, photos, and HD videos.
Battery
We may be thinking that since XOLO X900 runs a faster processor battery time would also be greatly reduced. But this is not the case, Intel’s Medfield processor seems very competitive to other smartphones. Power test runs on the reference platform and competitive devices showed that the processor has a lower power usage during standby as compared with Apple iPhone 4S and Samsung Galaxy S II. Intel Medfield also has a lower power usage during browsing as compared to both phones said earlier. Power consumption during Talk time and Video playback at 720p is relatively close to the values obtained from the other devices.
Intel’s technology provides its users high-performance usage while maintaining a long battery life. The manufacturers of XOLO X900 reported a battery life of up to 5 hours of 3G browsing, 45 hours of audio, and 8 hours of talk time.
Conclusion
The Lava XOLO X900 has truly set a higher standard in smartphones, the raw performance of this device will provide its users superb quality in entertainment and gaming. Game developers will also have a renewed enthusiasm in developing mobile games that have great graphics and 3D content due to the potential of smartphones with Intel inside.
It houses Intel’s latest Medfield processor with a clock speed of 1.6 GHz with HyperThreading Technology. The chip also comes with a 400 Mhz graphics processing unit. Having these two features combined, the XOLO X900 can provide its users the best speed and visual experience from a smartphone. The phones’ 8 megapixel camera will complete the package of this device, equipped with a flash and the capability of taking high-quality images even in low lighting conditions makes it very convenient and it can even replace the need of having a point-and-shoot camera.
All in all, the Lava XOLO X900 is a must have. For all you smartphone lovers out there, the long wait is almost over. Coming the April 23, 2012, this powerful smartphone will be available in India at a price of Rs. 22,000 or around US$445. Be sure to visit the nearest Croma store or log on to www.lavamobiles.com for more info about the product and find dealers near you.

Source: http://www.techzek.com/lava-xolo-x900-review-specs-price-features/

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