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Samsung is rolling out Android 4.1 update for Galaxy SIII

Recent studies have shown that Samsung Galaxy SIII is now world’s best smartphone after beating Apple iPhone. There is one more good news for Samsung Galaxy SIII users in India. Samsung has started rolling out Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for Galaxy SIII users in India. Users can directly download latest android operating system over-the-air (OTA) and through Samsung's Kies software. It is said that size of the update could be around 291 MB and to see whether this update is available for you or not user can go to settings and the go to 'About Phone'.

Google Nexus 7 Tablet is Available in Indian Market from 8, November, 2012

Google Nexus 7 Tablet

Google is all set to sell its Nexus 7 tablet in Indian Market from tomorrow. Entry level price of Nexus 7 tablet will be around Rs. 19,999/ with 16 GB storage capacity which is not very attractive one if we compare this tablet to its competitor Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 P3100. There are many things that make Google Nexus 7 weak in competition with Samsung Tablet. First Google Nexus does not have rare camera also it does not have ability to make calls while Samsung tablet has all these features.

Here is an overview of Google Nexus 7 Tablet:

·         Operating System: Android Jelly Bean (4.1)

·         CPU: NVIDIA Tegra 3 T30L Quad-Core @1.3Ghz

·         GPU: GeForce 12-core, 3D stereo

·         RAM: 1GB DDR3L

·         Storage: 16GB

·         Connectivity: Wi-Fi :- 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0

·         Display: 7" WXGA (1280 X 800) LED IPS panel, 10 finger multi-touch

·         Camera: 1.2MP (front)

·         Interface: 1x Headset jack, 1x micro-USB, 2x digital microphone, 2x speakers, 1x docking PIN

·         Battery: 4325mAh Li-polymer

·         Sensor: G-sensor, light sensor, gyroscope, e-compass, GPS, NFC, hall sensor

·         MRP: 19,999 

HTC announces Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update for HTC One X

If you are the owner of HTC One X smartphone then here is good news for you because HTC has announced Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for its one of most popular smartphone around the globe. According to sources Android Jeally Bean update has started in Asia and soon it’ll cover all the countries in this continent. If all these news are true then here is nothing to say wrong that HTC One X will be first smartphone of the HTC that will have Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Operating System.

HTC One X Smartphone

Rumors say that HTC is also planning android 4.1 update for its another smartphone HTC One S but it seems quite far. According to available news the expected date may in the beginning of November, probably the update to start in first two weeks of next month.

Apple iPhone 5 is ready to Kick Indian Market on November, 2

Apple iPhone 5

Now it’s time to apply Full Stop on all the Rumors on the Launching & Pricing of Apple iPhone 5 in India. Apple’s two partners Reddington and Ingram Micro those are responsible for Distribution of iPhone 5 in India has confirmed that iPhone 5 will be launch in India on November, 2. Reddington has published a splash page that confirms the pricing of iPhone 5 with all three available models.

iPhone 5 will be available with 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB options those have pricing Rs. 45500, 52500 and 59,500 respectively.

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Zync introduces Z1000 Android 4.0 Tablet at Rs. 10,900

Zync Z1000 Android 4.0 Tablet

When someone talks about budget tablets then first name that comes in my mind is Zync. Zync has launched many affordable tablets with impressive configuration those attract Indian consumer lot. But I think Zync recent launch is one of the most attractive one than all of its launches till now. Yesterday Zync has launched Z1000 tablet which is full HD 9.7 inch tablet.

It is said that Zync Z1000 tablet will be available with Android 4.0 but company has announced that they will provide Jelly Bean update in coming months. If you purchase this tablet now then you get lot of accessories in free with 1 Year pick and drop warranty. Price of Zync Z1000 tablet is around RS. 10,990/ which is quite reasonable with the kind of configuration that Zync Z1000 has.  

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iBall Brings Dual SIM 3G Tablet at Rs. 10,999

iBall Dual SIM 3G Tablet

iBall the name that delivers affordable products to Indian consumers, now the company has brought Dual SIM 7-Inch tablet with inbuilt FM radio first time in any tablet. This tablet is very affordable and known as iBall 3G 7334. This tablet has very strong & powerful configuration on Paper and ready to compete with many same range Tablets in the market. It’s not wrong to say that once again iBall has proved that they are the company that knows the mind-set & spending limit of Indian consumers and they have launched very exciting package at very affordable prices with latest technology.

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NEW 7” AND 10” VIEWPAD TABLETS FROM VIEWSONIC

The company ViewSonic is producing consumer electronics and communications solutions, recently they announced the launch of the new 7” and 10” ViewPad tablets. A new range of tablets designed to suit individual user preferences.

A series of tablets ViewPad, which includes models ViewPad 10Pro, ViewPad 7e and ViewPad 10e will be raised through the issuance of new devices and ViewPad E100/P100 E70/G70, first introduced at the MWC 2012. All ViewSonic tablets created in response to the modern lifestyle, in which the mobile device does not occupy the last place. These gadgets will be an excellent choice for users who need Internet access "quick response" - support for contacts, video, or the ability to complete the work during the trips.

ViewPad G70

7-inch tablet ViewPad G70 runs on OS Android 4.0, screen resolution - 1024 × 600 pixels. Device characterized by a compact shape and light weight, while its functionality is ideal for road use. Thanks to the interface ViewScene 3D provides easy access to all applications G70. For a fast network connection interfaces provided Wi-Fi, 3G and Bluetooth. Communication ports: miniHDMI, miniUSB and microUSB, the capacity of RAM - 1 GB embedded memory - 4 GB. To increase the amount of memory a slot microSD - up to 32 GB.

ViewPad G70 is equipped with a 7-inch capacitive multitouch screen, whose resolution is 1024 × 600 pixels - perfect for viewing images and video. Camera: Front - 0.3 megapixel main - 2 megapixels. Features screen G70: Brightness - 250 nits, contrast - 500:1, 8-razrayadnaya color depth.

The presence of a full certificate of Google Mobile Service provides users with a tablet ViewPad G70 full access to the Android Market, as a bonus as a function of GPS / AGPS will provide all the benefits of a variety of "services positioning."

ViewPad E70

7-inch tablet ViewPad E70 is the material embodiment of a dream, called "Maximum features at a reasonable price." The tablet is equipped with running Android 4.0. Design of "pills" - a light and compact, but it does not limit the capabilities of the device: ViewPad E70 provides the user with extensive functionality.

Processor Speed - 1 GHz, memory capacity - 4GB, supplemented slot for memory cards format microSD (maximum - 32 GB). The tablet is equipped with front camera and Wi-Fi. Like the previous model, quick access to services and applications provided through the interface ViewSonic ViewScene 3D.

Being portable and affordable Tablet PC, ViewPad E70 is designed in full compliance with to customer requests. There are delivery models with 3G and Wi-Fi.

ViewPad E100

Tablet ViewSonic E100 exhibition MWC 2012 is the debut site. This unit is equipped with OS Android 4.0, supports Adobe Flash. Access to applications is provided by the interface ViewSonic ViewScene 3D.
The tablet is equipped with a 9.7-inch IPS-Screen + LED backlight, resolution - 1024 × 768 pixels.

Processor - Cortex (clock - 1 GHz). ViewPad E100 offers high performance, clear picture and wide viewing angles. The thickness of the device - 9.1 mm, weight - 620 grams. Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 3G, interfaces: HDMI, USB + slot microSD.





ViewPad P100

Tablet PC ViewPad P100 - a convenient, reliable and productive device for professional use. OS - Windows 7 Professional. The tablet is equipped with a camera for video and 10-inch IPS-screen high-definition (resolution - 1280 × 800 pixels).

Processor - Dual-Core Intel N2600 (clock frequency - 1.6 GHz). Thanks to the powerful "iron" with the tablet can not only edit and view files, but also to engage in their creation (using the pre-Windows applications 7).

ViewPad 10e

Tablet PC ViewPad 10e - one of the most energy-efficient devices, the duration of waiting is over 200 hours, despite the fact that the model is fairly thin. Such autonomy will satisfy the most demanding user.

9.7-inch tablet ViewPad 10e is the perfect gadget family destination. Its thickness is less than 9 mm, and due to the large size of the screen "tablet" is ideal for gaming, watching movies, reading, or web-surfing.

ViewPad 10e features a variety of Android-applications, including: 1Mobile Market (access to games and applications) and the Amazon Kindle Reader. Interface - ViewScene 3D.

OS - Android 2.3, provides update to ICS. The hardware - CPU Cortex A8 (clock - 1 GHz). Sales of Wi-Fi-version ViewPad 10e has already begun, the appearance in stores "pills" with 3G module is expected in April.

It should be added that the start of sales of all devices (except for the ViewPad 10e) is scheduled for the second quarter of 2012.

ViewScene 3D

ViewScene 3D - a brand new interface from the ViewSonic company, which can be easily configured in its sole discretion. ViewSonic 3D shows all the IPS screens and gives users access to system and application-style 3D.

Through ViewScene 3D you can switch between different menus and to add new widgets and applications. The interface has 16 panels, which can be customized according to their own tastes. With Folder ViewScene 3D you can build applications by category, group contacts, in other words, to optimize the desktop.

Widgets in the interface ViewScene 3D in the form of visible active applications. Their primary purpose - to display information in real time, they are quite attractive and easy to use.

Sony Xperia S is ready to make you fall in love once again with Xperia Series

Do you love Sony Xperia Series smartphones but you are sad because you haven’t seen any new promising Xperia smartphone which can give big fight to android and windows based smartphones? Then here is good news for you Xperia lovers because Sony is going to launch Xperia S smartphone in India on 10, April which is very powerful smartphone with 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm processor and 1 GB Ram. Xperia S will have two powerful cameras, one is 12.1 MP rear camera with 1080p HD video recording and second is 1.3 MP front camera with 720p video recording.

Xperia S will come with 1.5 GB internal memory and it’ll run on Android 2.3 OS which will have Android 4.0 update in second quarter of the year. Price of this smartphone will be around Rs. 35,000/.
Source: Sony Xperia S Smartphone

HTC One X Quadcore smartphone is ready to enter in India

US and European markets have lots of Quad-core smartphones for their people but if we talk about India then we don’t have any single model of any smartphone maker, this is quite unfair with Indian people. But I think wait is going to over soon for Indian Market because HTC is bringing HTX One X to India in April which is supposed to be first Quad-Core smartphone in India. Prices of this smartphone are still unclear but rumors say that it’ll cost around Rs. 35,000/ in India. 

HTC One X will have quad-core NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor, 4.7-inch screen with 1,280 x 720 pixels and 720p high-definition display. HTC One X will have two cameras and both are very effective. Front camera is 1.3 megapixel camera while rear one is 8.0 megapixel which is quite powerful for Video recordings. If you want to know more about such an exciting smartphone then follow this link: HTC One X Overview

Android 4.0 Update Rolls Out from AT&T to HTC Vivid Users

Here is good news for HTC Vivid users from AT&T because AT&T has started rolling out Android 4.0 update to all its HTC Vivid users in US. So if you are HTC Vivid user with AT&T in US then get ready to experience Android 4.0 Ice-cream Sandwich OS with many exciting features like Face Unlock, GPU-accelerated UI, home screen folders, etc., users will also get the new Sense 3.6 UI along with Beats by Dr. Dre Audio. 

HTC Vivid is not only handset that is going to upgraded by Android 4.0 Ice-cream Sandwich OS but AT&T has announced list of handsets those will be upgraded by Android 4.0. These handsets are: 

·         LG Nitro HD

·         Motorola ATRIX 2

·         Motorola ATRIX 4G

·         Pantech Burst

·         Pantech Element

·         Samsung Captivate Glide

·         Samsung Galaxy Note

·         Samsung Galaxy S II

·         Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket

·         Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9

Courtesy By: Source

Low Budget Android based Tablets in India

Wishlist an India based IT products manufacturer has launched two android based low budget tablets. Main target audience of the company is School and College students those can’t afford high budget tablets for their study. So this company has launched two models “IRA” and “IRA Thing” those cost around Rs. 4,000 and Rs. 5,500 respectively. Main exciting feature of the tablets are that they are equipped with eBook reader that supports Hindi and other Indian regional languages those provide lots of convenience to students from different part of the country.

To know more about these tablets just visit here … Wishlist Low Budget Tablets

Sony Ericsson Xperia: Update schedule for Android 4.0

Anyone who currently has a  Xperia smartphone from Sony Ericsson then there is bad news for you because I know all of you should have already mentally set to update your Xperia smartphone with latest Android 4.0 Ice-cream Sandwich operating system but you have to wait for this latest android operating system.   According to news Sony Ericsson has reschedule the Android 4.0 updation for Xperia Series and finally the Xperia 2011 device owners can expect to receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich by March end and early April 2012. Already In mid November, the Japanese-Swedish company  has given green light to a corresponding Android 4.0 update to the Xperia series.

This Android 4.0 update will come first to Xperia Arc S, V and Neo Ray smartphones.
According to statement made on Sony blog Xperia Smartphone owners can expect to receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich by March end and early April 2012. These include the Xperia arc S, V, and the Xperia neo ray. In the second step the mobile phone group will provide Android 4.0 to Xperia arc, Xperia Play, Xperia neo, Xperia mini and mini pro and Xperia pro, Xperia active. The second round is scheduled for late April to early May. Currently the developers are still busy trying to unite the new features that bring the Android update with itself, with the Xperia’s own system.

The rollout of the new updates will be done in phases and be drawn out over several weeks, so will not supply all phone models at the same time. The question is whether the update for the Xperia own phone is ready or even a little patience is required, clears itself only through a notification sent by the manufacturer. Once the phone will announce its willingness for update, the download can be make directly on the phone or via PC.