Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Samsung i8910 Omnia HD
SAMSUNG i8910 OMNIA HD REVIEW
Samsung presents Samsung i8910 Omnia HD, The world’s 1st HD video recording mobile providing you with superior image quality on world’s largest 3.7” AMOLED screen. Samsung i8910 Omnia HD provides you Vivid QHD (640X360) display with 16M color Screen. With advance functions such as face detection, smile shot, blink shot & panorama shot, Samsung i8910 Omnia HD has 8 MP Auto-Focus Camera with Power LED flash. Spacious memory up to 48GB, Multi-codec support & Cinema-like sound with Dual stereo speaker & DNSe 2.0, Samsung i8910 Omnia HD is the Ultimate Multimedia Player. The best Symbian touchscreen phone out there makes the operating system a pleasure to tap. Add a gorgeous AMOLED screen and high-quality video recording, along with generous memory, and the Samsung i8910 HD -- formerly the Omnia HD -- is an entertainment powerhouse. But theres no Samsung app store, and Symbian can be sluggish and confusing compared to the iPhone OS. Thanks to the Samsung Omnia HD i8910s 3.7in display, the Omnia looks intimidating. In fact, apart from HTCs Touch HD we havent come across a phone that fills up your palm in this manner. However, this doesnt mean that the phone is bulky.
SPECIFICATION & FEATURES
SAMSUNG i8910 OMNIA HD PRICE
Price in USA $369
Price in UK £147
Nexus 7
Eye-popping performance.
An amazingly sharp 7” screen.
This Super High Resolution 7" tablet puts over 2.3 million pixels in the palm of your hand. With 323 pixels packed into every inch, you can read text that’s sharper than the printed page, see images more vivid than the highest quality photo magazine, and watch videos come to life in vibrant 1080p HD.
Sound that surrounds.
Nexus 7 features dual stereo speakers and surround sound powered by Fraunhofer ¹ (the MP3 inventors), so you get rich and immersive audio. Hear it all more clearly with finely tuned volume boost technology that makes dialog and sound crisp and easier on the ears.
Fast and smooth.
Nexus 7 is made by ASUS and packs a serious punch. With a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4 Pro processor and 2GB of RAM, everything runs faster, and high-performance rendering ensures 3D graphics are smooth and dynamic. 
All your stuff. Your way.
Best of Google
Nexus 7 comes loaded with your favorite Google apps — like Chrome, Gmail, YouTube, Hangouts and Google Now — so you can browse, watch, share and stay connected wherever you go. And because Google apps are designed for the cloud, everything is simple and works seamlessly across your phone, tablet and computer. Now you have all the stuff you need, when you need it.
Powered by Android.
Nexus 7 is the first tablet to ship with Android™ 4.3 the latest version of the worlds most popular mobile operating system, so its fast, fun and easy to make your own. Share your tablet with friends and family — each person has a separate customizable space, including personal homescreens, wallpaper, apps, storage, and more. You can also manage access to apps and content to create an experience that’s appropriate for each member of the family.
Ready to Play.
Nexus 7 is great for gaming and with favorites like Prince of Persia, Asphalt 8, and Riptide GP 2, you can tilt, tap, and touch your way to the top. The brand new Play Games app lets you track your achievements, play with (or against) friends and gamers around the world, and discover new exciting games. And with an ever-expanding number of tablet-optimized apps like Flipboard, Expedia, or The Fancy, you’ll find all the apps you love, and love the many new apps you’ll find. Kick back with the worlds largest collection of eBooks or immerse yourself in thousands of movies and TV shows on Google Play.
Grab-and-go greatness
Smart, thin and gorgeous
The clean, simple design features a slim body, a thin bezel and a soft-touch, matte back. So it sits comfortably in the palm of your hand while the bright, beautiful 7" display brings your entertainment to life.
Lighter than ever, lasts longer
At just 0.64lbs (290g), the all-new Nexus 7 is light enough to take anywhere and fits easily in bags, backpacks, and even back-pockets. With up to 9 hours of HD video playback and 10 hours of web browsing or e-reading, theres plenty of juice to get you through the day, and built-in wireless charging means you can charge, grab, and go.
Technical specifications
Screen
7.02" 1920 x 1200 HD display (323 ppi)
1080p HD IPS
Scratch-resistant Corning® glass
Camera
1.2 MP front facing, fixed focus
5 MP rear facing, auto focus
Size
114 x 200 x 8.65 mm
OS
Android 4.3
Wireless
Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
NFC (Android Beam)
Weight
0.64 lbs (290 g)
Audio Output
Dual stereo speakers
Surround sound, powered by Fraunhofer¹
3.5 mm audio connector
Memory
16 GB internal storage (actual formatted capacity will be less)
2 GB RAM
Ports
Micro USB
SlimPort™ enabled
Battery
3,950 mAH (Up to 9 hours of active use)
Wireless charging built-in (Qi compatible)
CPU
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4 Pro, 1.5 GHz
GPU
Adreno 320, 400 MHz
Sensors
Accelerometer
GPS
Compass
Ambient light
Gyroscope
Sony Launches SmartBand Talk and SmartWatch 3 Wearables at IFA
Sony has announced the addition of two new wearables - the SmartBand Talk and SmartWatch 3 - to the companys SmartWear Experience range.
The Japanese giant also announced its new flagship smartphone, the Xperia Z3,alongside its mini-variant, the Xperia Z3 Compact, and the budget smartphone, theXperia E3, at the sidelines of IFA 2014. Sony announced that the SmartBand Talk and SmartWatch 3 wearables will launch later in autumn this year.
Notably, both the Sony SmartBand Talk and SmartWatch 3 work with Lifelog, the accompanying app for the wearables. The company touts that the "SmartBand Talk is a powerful lifelogger, bringing call handling and voice control from your wrist, with an always-on curved 1.4-inch e-paper display."
The highlight of the SmartBand Talk is its curved and always-on 1.4-inch e-paper display, which the company claims is low-power consuming despite being highly visible and clear. The screen on the SmartBand Talk offers users Lifelog activity, notifications and the time at a glance. The company has also confirmed collaborations with brands like Roxy to bring limited edition SmartWear styles to market later this year.
The new wearable also features built-in microphone and speaker for combined with a short call function. This feature allows users to forward calls from a paired smartphone to the SmartBand Talk, which its built-in microphone and speaker lets users talk into it and hear the caller, along with HD Voice support.
The company revealed that the voice control feature in the SmartBand Talk will initially support Japanese, UK and US English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
Much like Sonys other devices, the SmartBand Talk is also a waterproof device and comes with IP68 certification and will be initially available in Black and White colours. Meanwhile the company notes that more colours will be released available later in the year - so something for everyone, whether blending in with your work clothes or a fun accessory to a casual outfit, allowing you to express your individual style.
The SmartWatch 3, on the other hand, is the companys upgraded smartwatch that the Japanese manufacturer claimed has been specifically designed for the new Android Wear update.
It comes with built-in accelerometer, compass, gyroscope and GPS sensor. The SmartWatch 3 sports a 1.6-inch (320x320 pixels) display, set within a stainless steel core and is waterproof with IP68 certification. The new smartwatch from Sony will be available in Classic (black) and Sport (lime) editions, with extra colour straps available in pink and white. The device also includes built-in 4GB storage and can connect with a Bluetooth headset.
Commenting on the launch, Kunimasa Suzuki, President and CEO, Sony Mobile Communications said, "Life is a journey, and journeys are made up of stories and experiences that define you - this is the underlying principle for Lifelog, the Android app at the heart of our SmartWear Experience. Were going beyond mere fitness tracking and number crunching, to help you log and preserve those emotional moments that matter. As a pioneer of smart and wearable technology, SmartBand Talk, SmartWatch 3 and Lifelog dont merely affirm Sonys leadership in the space, but as the innovators who dare to be different - bringing the world choice; products and services no else can, or will."
Apple Watch First Impressions
As computerized wristwatches go, the upcoming Apple Watch looks impressive.
I like that it will come in two sizes, so the watch wont feel giant on smaller hands, as some competing watches do.
I also like that Apple will offer a variety of straps and materials, so fitness buffs can get a strap thats stronger and sweat-proof, while those seeking a fashion accessory can opt for an 18-karat gold edition.
Beyond looks, its great that the Apple Watch isnt simply adopting the smartphone way of doing things. The operating system, Watch OS, was designed specifically for the watch, and its interface relies heavily on the dial to the right, known as the digital crown. Competing watches tend to emphasize the voice and touch controls found on phones.
(Also see: Apple Watch Unveiled as Comprehensive Health and Fitness Companion)
Of course, its premature to conclude that you need an Apple Watch. I had only about 45 minutes with the Apple Watch and other new products announced Tuesday. The watch I was allowed to try on was running in a demonstration mode. Itll take more time with the watch - beyond a controlled environment - to make a solid conclusion.
What Im seeing so far, however, points to another winner for Apple.
The home screen has all your apps, arranged in rows like a honeycomb. You use the dial to zoom in and choose one. The touch screen lets you slide the honeycomb around to see different portions of your app collection. I find this easier than swiping on a small screen to scroll through pages and pages of apps. With the Apple Watch, you can even rearrange apps so that your favorite ones are toward the middle.
App developers will be able to decide what types of notifications appear on the watch and let you take actions such as replying to messages. Thats an improvement over existing smartwatches, which largely replicate the notifications sent to your phone. To be compelling, the watch shouldnt duplicate your phone. It should enhance it. Apple seems to get it.
As for using the dial to zoom in and out, Apple says that improves usability because youre not blocking maps and other content on the screen the way pinching in and out would. That makes sense, though Ill need more time with the watch to assess how well the dial works on its own. With your home screen, for instance, you still need the slide apps around.
(Also see: Everything You Need to Know About the Apple Watch)
Another question mark is what kinds of apps will be available for it.
Apple announced a few useful ones, including the ability to unlock your Starwood hotel room with a tap of your watch. Thats easier than pulling out your room key from your wallet. BMW also promises one to help you find your parked car in a crowded lot. If it works, that beats walking around in circles.
Apple does have a good track record in getting software developers to make good apps for its systems. Many apps come to iPhones and iPads first, and some have bonus features unavailable on Android. If that trend continues with the Apple Watch, I have no doubt customers will find more useful things to do with it than the smartwatches already out.
Apple Watch will require an iPhone 5 or later and will have a starting price tag of $349, higher than rival watches. Expect to pay even more for the 18-karat gold edition and other premium models. Youll also have to wait until early next year, as Apple wont have Apple Watch available in time for the holidays.
(Also see: iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, Watch Price Revealed; 128GB iPhone Now a Reality)
As for products and services that will be available sooner.
iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
Apples new 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus are both larger than the current 4-inch models. They neutralize a key advantage Android phones have had: size.
(Also see: Apple Launches iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus)
And Apple managed to make its new phones thinner, with edges that are curved and fit nicely in the hands. Gone is the glass back, reducing the chances of breakage. The back will now be made of aluminum and feel more like an iPad.
To improve one-handed use, both new models will have a feature called reachability. With two light taps of the home screen button, the icons, controls and content on the top half of the screen snap to the bottom, so you can reach them with the same hand. Once you make your selection, everything snaps back to the top.
The iPhone 6 Plus also has new horizontal layouts to take advantage of the larger size.
Of course, apps have long worked either horizontally and vertically. On the Plus, horizontal viewing extends to the home screen, and apps will be able to arrange content in two columns.
When texting, for instance, contacts appear on the left and messages appear on the right. On smaller phones, including the regular iPhone 6, you get one or the other, not both side by side.
Its a small touch, but it shows that larger doesnt necessarily mean making everything bigger. Windows phones also make use of larger screens by squeezing in more content, but with Android phones, text and images just get blown up.
Mobile payments
Few people use their phones to pay for goods and services at retail stores. Thats because its not difficult to pull out a plastic credit card, however insecure that technology might be. Apple is trying to change that with Apple Pay, which will come to the new iPhones in October and the upcoming Apple Watch when its out.
(Also see: Apple Unveils Apple Pay Mobile Wallet and Payment System)
Apple improves over existing systems in a few ways:
Apple already has your credit card information from iTunes, so setting Apple Pay up with your first credit card is easy. To add additional cards, you can either enter the details or snap a photo.
In my brief tests, the phone grabbed my credit card numbers correctly, though I sometimes had to enter my name and expiration date myself because of poor lighting conditions. But grabbing those numbers is a good start, as Im prone to make typos with 16-digit numbers otherwise.
Apple uses the phones fingerprint identification system to authorize purchases. Other wallet apps require passcodes, which can make mobile payments take longer than simply pulling out your credit card.
Apple stores card information on a secure chip on your device, not on its servers. And its not even your real card number. Rather, Apple verifies your card information with your bank and then stores an alternative card number.
That way, if a merchants system gets hacked, only the alternative number is compromised, and that number would require one-time security codes available only with the physical possession of your phone.
The system works with credit cards issued by a variety of banks, including all three of mine. A payment system called Softcard, formerly known as ISIS, doesnt support any of my three banks. Amazons Fire phone has a wallet app, too, but it doesnt even do credit cards, which is surprising for a retailer. It works only with gift cards.
Apple Pays usefulness will be limited until more merchants install the necessarily equipment, but many chains already do and more are coming.
Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro With 6 inch QHD Display Launched at Rs 32 999
Lenovo on Tuesday launched the Vibe Z2 Pro in India, priced at Rs. 32,999. The phablet will be made available exclusively via Flipkart on October 6.
The Vibe Z2 Pro was announced last month with an expected availability of September. The Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro sports a 6-inch Quad-HD (1440x2560 pixel) display, which will be up against the likes of the LG G3 and Oppo Find 7, which also sport QHD displays.
It runs Android 4.4 KitKat out-of-the-box with the companys proprietary Vibe UI 2.0 on top. The Vibe Z2 Pro supports dual-SIM functionality, and is powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon (MSM8974AC) 801 processor clocked at 2.5GHz, coupled with 3GB of RAM. Currently, the flagship devices currently in India from HTC, LG, Samsung, and Sony are powered by the same SoC series.
The new Lenovo flagship packs a 16-megapixel rear camera and also houses a 5-megapixel front camera. The Vibe Z2 Pros rear camera comes with OIS (optical image stabilization), 4K video recording functionality, and dual LED flash.
There is 32GB of inbuilt storage on the Vibe Z2 Pro, which is non-expandable. It also supports NFC connectivity. The smartphone comes with a large 4000mAh battery with no word on talk time and standby time. It was launched in Black, Gold and Titanium colour variants.
When the company had first sent out invites for Tuesdays event last week, Lenovo was expected to also launch the Vibe X2, which was recently unveiled at IFA 2014earlier this month alongside the Vibe Z2, and was claimed to be the worlds first layered smartphone with its tri-layered design.
The dual-SIM version of the Vibe X2 features a 5-inch (1080x1920 pixels) IPS display and runs Android 4.4 KitKat out-of-the-box with Vibe UI 2.0. The Lenovo Vibe X2 is powered by a 2GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6595m processor.
Nextdoor Neighbourhood Community App Now On Android
Nextdoor is a popular social networking community portal specially developed for neighborhoods and now its also available for Android users. Nextdoor has been among the popular apps for neighbors relying on important things such as a babysitter, finding lost things within the neighborhood and critical things like house-break or burglary. It has become like a lifeline for neighborhoods.Nextdoor has already been launched in May for iPhone and generated over 20% of the sites content till date. Users need to register providing the proof of residency and the approval of certain neighborhoods having faith to keep the environment safe and healthy. The interface of this Android based app is quite similar with the web-based Nextdoor application, so those who are familiar with it wont find any difficulty to operate.
Nextdoor has crossed over 18,000 neighborhood mark compared to 14,000 in May. The service is presently available in major cities like San Francisco, San Jose, San Diego, Seattle, New York and many other. It has been rumored that Nextdoor will be adding 50 more districts and sending more than a million messages everyday.As now this app is available for both Android and iPhone, making more neighbors stay connected regarding everything no matter what time or place it is.
Help Your Neighbors With Nextdoor App
Author:
Anna Harris working as web content writer for a major IT firm specialized in professional Android application development services.
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