September 4, 2013, 6:38 am
![]()
FoneArena is at IFA in Berlin, Germany and we are going to be covering the Samsung and Sony press conferences which are set for today September 4th 2013.If you are looking forward to the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 or the Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch do stay tuned to FoneArena's live coverage of the Samsung unpacked press conference from Berlin.Follow the live blog below for minute by minute updates from the launch event.The actual event is supposed to start at 7PM Germany time or about 10:30PM India time, so on your browser.
[HTML1]
The Galaxy Note 3 might feature a 5.7-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display , 13MP camera and run on Android 4.3 JellyBean OS. It could pack the latest Exynos 5 Octa 5420 and Snapdragon 800 processor based on the market and 3GB of RAM. It would be interesting to see how big the Note 3 is compared to the Galaxy S4 and the Mega 6.3 and also how it stacks up against the competition such as the XPERIA Z Ultra. The Phablet category has certainly shaped up to become a very interesting product category and we could give Samsung some credit for starting the trend with the original Galaxy Note. It is interesting ...
![]()
↧
↧
September 4, 2013, 6:52 am
![]()
Along with a few Android handsets, Alcatel has also unveiled a new Aluminum tablet - Evo 8HD. The Alcatel Evo 8HD is a sleek and stylish tablet with aluminum build and reasonably slim waistline.
The Alcatel Evo 8HD comes with a 8-inch HD display, powered by a 1.6GHz dual-core Rockchip RK3066 processor and runs on Android 4.2 Jellybean. There is 1GB of RAM onboard and the Evo 8HD has only 4GB internal storage, but there is a microSD card slot that supports microSD cards upto 64GB. At the back of the device, we have a 3MP camera and on the front, we have a 2 MP camera. The Evo 8HD houses a 4160 mAh battery.
Going by the specifications of the tablet, it is aimed at mid-range markets. The thing that will differentiate Evo 8HD from other tablets is its aluminum build and its wide range of accessories. There are a couple of accessories like the LED MagicFlip cover that will display notifications directly on the flip cover and a simpler magnetic cover. A 3G/4G module is also available that can be attached to the tablet giving it connectivity on the go.
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 7:08 am
![]()
HTC Butterfly S appeared on the official HTC India website back in July. Now the phone is available in India from online retailer Saholic. HTC announced the Butterfly S back in June. It packs a 5.0-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super LCD 3 display display with 440ppi with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, powered by a 1.9 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor with Adreno 320 GPU and runs on Android 4.2.2 Jellybean with HTC Sense 5.0.
It has a UltraPixel rear camera with LED Flash, BSI Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization ,F2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens, Full HD (1080p) video recording with HDR Video similar to the HTC One and a 2.1-megapixel HD front-facing camera. It has HTC Zoe, HTC BoomSound and Dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers.
HTC Butterfly S specifications
5.0-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super LCD 3 display display with 440ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
1.9 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor with Adreno 320 GPU
Android 4.2.2 Jellybean with HTC Sense 5.0
HTC Zoe, HTC BoomSound, Dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers
UltraPixel rear camera with LED Flash, BSI Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization ,F2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens
Full HD (1080p) video recording with HDR Video
2.1 MP HD front-facing camera
3.5 ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 7:44 am
![]()
Sony has just announced the Xperia Z1, the company’s latest flagship phone at the IFA 2013. It has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Triluminos Display with with X-Reality engine that would offer rich, natural colours, powered by 2.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 20.7-megapixel rear camera with Sony G lens with a 27mm wide angle f/2.0 aperture custom 1/2.3" Sony Exmor RS image sensor, BIONZ image processing engine, , 1080p video recording and a 2-megapixel 1080p front-facing camera. It is 8.5mm thick and weighs 170 grams.
It has IP55 / IP58 rating for dust and water resistance. It comes with range of camera applications including Social live to broadcast live from the phone to Facebook, Info-eye which is a visual search application that offers info about landmarks, books and more from the live camera, the Timeshift burst mode takes 61 images in 2 seconds before and after you press the shutter and the AR effecsts act as a overlay a selection of fun, customizable animation using Sony's AR augmented reailty tech.
It comes pre-loaded with integrated PlayMemories Online, a cloud-based image and video service, All-Sync feature that offers unlimited instant auto uploads.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blUhgOJXetM
Sony Xperia Z1 specifications
5-inch ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 7:48 am
![]()
Hot on the heels of the new camera-centric Sony Xperia Z1, the company just announced their new range of camera lenses at the Pre-IFA press conference. The Sony DSC QX10 and DSC QX100 are one of a kind camera lenses that act as your Smartphone's own camera, with the former acting as the camera's viewfinder. It is a pretty intriguing concept only slightly hindered by the pricing, coming in at $250 for the QX10 and $500 for the QX100. The QX100 is a high end camera lens with specifications of the RX100MII Point and Shoot camera, while the QX10 is a cheaper long zoom camera lens, both with a wireless viewfinder as the display. Still trying to wrap around the concept? This video might help -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TWh3EvSZ_0
The concept -
The Lens Camera unit has a lens, a EXMOR R sensor, WiFi/NFC connectivity and a SD card slot. It connects to the Sony Xperia Z1 or any other device through WiFi/NFC, with it attaching to the back of your smartphones using a magnetic attachment or a clamp.
The Sony DSC QX100 is, like we already said, a high end point and shoot camera lens that mirrors the specifications of the much loved Sony DSC ...
![]()
↧
↧
September 4, 2013, 8:27 am
![]()
Asus has announced the Fonepad 7, successor of the Fonepad at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It comes with a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display with new smudge-resistant coating to prevent fingerprints, runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) and is powered by a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2560 processor with Hyper-Threading technology. It has a 5-megapixel rear camera with 1080p full HD video recording and a 1.2 MP front-facing camera. It has metallic finish and comes with 3G HSPA+ 3G with up to 42Mbit/s download speeds with voice calling features.
It has dual-front speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology. The Fonepad 7 has customized user interface that integrates social media information, the SuperNote app lets users draft notes and can even add images, videos, and voice memos to create multimedia notes. The Floating App offers easy multi-tasking.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z73vOUAZ1qk
Asus Fonepad 7 specifications
7-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS display with 10 finger multi-touch
1.6 GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor with 400MHz PowerVR SGX544 GPU
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
5MP rear camera with 1080p Full HD video recording
1.2MP front-facing camera with 720p Video Recording
10.5mm thick and weighs 340g
1GB RAM, 8 GB / 16GB / 32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 64GB via micro SD
3G (HSPA+ up to 42 Mbps), WiFi 802.11 ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 8:34 am
![]()
Remember the crazy WCG-10 wireless server from Sony? They have released a successor to it, but it now looks a lot slimmer, just like the Xperia devices. At first glance one would think it is actually the back of a Xperia device. A quick recap of what it does it, it's a portable solution that can connect wirelessly to your smartphone and back-up files, or even let you access the files already in the server and play it back. Pretty interesting concept, that is possibly better explained in a video -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQAgFYufDDE
The main features of the new Sony WG-C20 are -
Just slip in an SD card to wirelessly play and share content
NFC for easy one-touch wireless connection with your phone
Charges your smartphone or tablet’s battery
Play content on DLNA-enabled TVs or home audio devices
Share files with up to 8 other wireless users simultaneously, with easy, secure access control
Slim, colourful looks style-matched to new Xperia™ phone
In a nutshell, the WG-C20 is all about storing your photos wirelessly, with a portable solution. Now that the new one is extremely slimmer(9mm) than the old WCG-10, the product makes much more sense for continuous back up or just wireless streaming. This is also the first Sony ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 9:24 am
![]()
Sony has been busy at the IFA launching a wide variety of products ranging from 4K Bravia TVs to Xperia Z1 that sports a 20.7MP camera. Along with major launches, it launched various accessories too. The Sony MDR-10 series of headphones falls under the premium category that brings lifelike detail. Sony's main aim with this premium series of headphones is to deliver music to the listeners the way the creators created it.
The Sony MDR-10 series comes with a couple of headphones which includes the MDR-10RC that has a compact folding design in a light weight package. The main aim behind the MDR-10RC headphones is to deliver high-quality lifelike audio in a compact and super-soft ear cushions. The cord for the headphones comes with a microphone for hands-free conversations over phone.
The other headset in the series is the Sony MDR-10RBT which lets you enjoy music wirelessly from your Bluetooth or NFC enabled smartphone/tablet or PC. MDR-10RBT also includes a built in microphone that lets you have hands-free conversations.
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 9:44 am
![]()
Sony just unveiled its new range of Camera lenses that use your Smartphone as a viewfinder. Pretty cool concept, but what if one wants to adopt similar functionality for Sony's other cameras and make specialized apps for the same? Well, Sony's got you covered as they have just announced their all new Camera Remote APIs that will let you write Viewfinder apps for their cameras, not just their Camera lenses. And since the APIs are platform agnostic, you can literally write camera viewfinder apps for literally any platform.
Develop your own applications to control camera or get captured image and create Photo Uploader,
Time Lapse Control Software, or other novel ideas for applications using the latest and greatest Sony cameras.
Start Today with the easy to learn and use, JSON based Application Programming Interface (API).
Since the API is platform agnostic, you can develop for your choice of operating systems like Android™, iOS™, Windows™ or others.
There you go. That's how useful the Camera Remote APIs are. Really glad that Sony is opening up the APIs for its cameras, but how many of them will be supported?
The following eight Sony cameras are compatible with the Camera Remote API beta:
・ Action Cam HDR-AS30, HDR-AS15*2
・ Music video ...
![]()
↧
↧
September 4, 2013, 10:16 am
![]()
Samsung has just announced the third iteration of their successful premium phablet series - Galaxy Note 3. The Galaxy Note 3 was announced at the IFA 2013 in Berlin, Germany. The Galaxy Note 3 comes with a 5.7inch Full HD Super AMOLED display. Just like their flagship smartphone, the Galaxy Note 3 will come in two variants - the international variant sporting the Exynos Octa chipset and the USA variant sporting the Snapdragon 800 SoC. Both the variants will come with 3GB RAM and will have 16/32/64GB variants and a microSD card slot.
Like the usual Samsung premium devices, the Galaxy Note 3 is packed with a plethora of software features that include Samsung's trademark Multi-Window, Smart Stay, Smart scroll, smart rotate, S-Beam, Air View. Like any other Note device, the Note 3 will also come with Samsung's S-Pen stylus which is advanced. It will come with Samsung's latest Samsung Knox for security features.
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Specifications
5.7-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super AMOLED display
2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 LTE / 1.9GHz Exynos Octa-Core
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
13MP camera BSI Sensor with High CRI LED flash with Smart Stabilizer
UHD 4K video recording 30fps(Only Snapdragon version) / 1080p 60fps / Slow motion 720p HD 120fps
2MP ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 10:21 am
![]()
Sony just announced its latest flagship device, the Z1 here in Berlin and we've had some time with it. We're still working on our full impressions of the handset but here's an image gallery to whet your appetite. The phone has a 5 inch Full HD display with Triluminous technology built in that makes it absolutely stunning.
The highlight of the device is its 20.7MP 1/2.3" sensor camera module that promises to offer lossless zooming capabilities as well as 4K video capture. Contrary to rumors, there is no xenon flash here and you'll have to make do with the single LED flash unit.
Under the hood is a 2.2Ghz Snapdragon 800 processor with an Adreno 330 GPU and 2GB of RAM. The device absolutely flies and we couldn't see even a hint of lag though you'll have to wait till we put the device through our full range of tests. For now here's a full gallery that showcases the devices from all angles for your viewing pleasure. If you have any comments or queries, let us know in the comments section and we'll be sure to follow up. Stay tuned for more on the Xperia Z1 live from here at IFA in ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 10:36 am
![]()
Samsung Galaxy Gear smart watch finally went official at the IFA 2013 event in Berlin, Germany. The Galaxy Gear was one of the most expected devices at the Samsung Unpacked 2. Galaxy Gear smart watch comes with a 1.63inch 320x320 pixels AMOLED display.
In terms of design, the front of the Galaxy Gear is dominated by the display and it is surrounded by metal frame (unusual for Samsung). The strap on the smart watch is made of rubber and as predicted by the rumors, there is a camera that is built onto the strap. The Galaxy Gear isn't anything on its own and it mainly serves as a companion for your smartphone. The Galaxy Gear is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
Since only the latest version of Android (4.3 Jellybean) supports Low energy bluetooth profile, the number of compatible devices is expected to be limited at launch.
When connected to a smartphone, the Galaxy Gear will have the ability to receive calls, take voice memos and it will display all the notifications from your smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy Gear smart watch Specifications
800MHz Single core processor
1.63inch 320x320 AMOLED display ( 277ppi)
1.9MP AutoFocus camera with BSI sensor
720p playback and recording
Bluetooth 4.0
4GB internal memory + 512MB RAM
315mAh ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 11:12 am
![]()
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is the third device that Samsung announced at the IFA 2013. It is a huge upgrade over the original Note 10.1 which was launched in 2012. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 edition comes with a high resolution 2560x1600 SC LCD display making it similar to the Samsung Nexus 10. The Galaxy Note 10.1 will launch with Android 4.3 Jellybean along with Samsung's TouchWiz UI and features complete with S-Pen. Along with the improved display, the Note 10.1 will be powered by Samsung's Exynos Octa-core processor clocked at 1.9GHz and it will have 3GB of RAM exactly like Galaxy Note 3. The Note 10.1 will come with a 8MP camera at the back and 2MP camera at the front.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Specifications
10.1inch High resolution 2560x1600 display
2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 SoC / 1.9GHz Exynos Octa SoC
3GB RAM
16/32/64GB internal storage and microSD card slot
Android 4.3 Jellybean
Samsung TouchWiz UI with tons of features and S-Pen
8220mAh battery
3.5mm Audio jack and support for UHQA(Ultra High Quality Audio)
Stereo Speakers
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 & 5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, AllShareCast, BT4.0, USB2.0, GPS and GLONASS
8MP rear camera with BSI and 2MP front camera
Along with the high-end specifications and high resolution display, the Galaxy Note ...
![]()
↧
↧
September 4, 2013, 11:37 am
![]()
Asus has announced the MeMo Pad 8 (ME180A) at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It has a 8-inch (1280 x 800) LED-backlit HD IPS display, powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 5-megapixel rear camera with 720p HD video recording and a 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera. It has dual speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology for enhanced audio output.
It is just 127mm from side to side and weighs only 350g, offering 30% more screen space than a 7-inch tablet.
Asus MeMO Pad 8 specifications
8-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS multi-touch display
1.6 GHz quad-core processor
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
5MP rear camera with 720p HD video recording
1.2MP HD front-facing camera
9.95mm thick and weighs 350 grams
8 GB / 16GB internal memory, MicroSD card slot
Accelerometer and e-compass
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, micro USB
3,950 mAh battery with up to 9 hours of battery life
The Asus MeMO Pad 8 comes in Grey, White and Pink colors. It also comes with optional protective TriCover case made from durable synthetic materials similar to the Fonepad 7. No word pricing or the availability yet.
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 11:45 am
![]()
Asus has announced the MeMo Pad 10 (ME102A) at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It has a 10.1-inch (1280 x 800) LED-backlit HD IPS display, powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 2-megapixel rear camera with 720p HD video recording and a 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera. It has dual speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology for enhanced audio output.
Asus MeMO Pad 10 specifications
10.1-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS multi-touch display
1.6 GHz quad-core processor
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
2MP rear camera with 720p HD video recording
1.2MP front-facing camera
10.5mm thick and weighs 522 grams
8 GB / 16GB internal memory, MicroSD card slot
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, micro USB, A-GPS with GLONASS
5,070 mAh battery with up to 9.2 hours of battery life
The Asus MeMO Pad 10 comes in Grey, White and hot pink colors. It also comes with optional protective TriCover case made from durable synthetic materials similar to the Fonepad 7 and the MeMO Pad 8. No word pricing or the availability yet.
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 12:10 pm
![]()
You just witnessed the "Sixth Sense" guy Pranav Mistry reveal the latest Samsung Galaxy Gear Smartwatch with much excitement, but Qualcomm had their own "Digital sixth sense" idea. The guys behind the Snapdragon processors have just announced their own implementation of a wearable computer - the Toq Smartwatch. Pronounced "Talk", the smartwatch has been blessed with Qualcomm's own technologies like the super low power reflective display tech - Mirasol, Qualcomm WiPower wireless charging and proprietary Qualcomm MEMS technology. Skip past the break for more details and watch this video now -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzTrqifCOhs#t=15
“Toq’s always on, always connected, always visible wearable technology gives you a ‘Digital 6th Sense,’ telling you what you need to know, when you need to know it, with just a glance at your wrist or a whisper in your ear. Toq is a showcase for the benefits of the Mirasol display, WiPower LE and stereo Bluetooth technologies and highlights the experience that the wearable category can provide,” said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and chief executive officer of Qualcomm. “Toq not only represents a long history of technological innovation for Qualcomm, but it also demonstrates our commitment to delivering the breakthrough technologies that redefine the ways we interact with ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 12:27 pm
![]()
Asus is on an announcement spree at IFA and it has announced a refreshed Fonepad Note 6. The Fonepad Note FHD 6, which we originally saw at Computex earlier this year received a minor bump in the specifications. The new Fonepad Note 6 features a newer Intel Atom Z2580 dual-core processor and retains all the other features from the original Fonepad Note 6.
The Fonepad Note 6 will include a 6inch Full HD display and will come with Stylus support. The device has 2GB of RAM and has 16/32GB internal storage and has a microSD card slot. It will have a 8MP camera at the back and 1.2MP camera on the front. The Fonepad Note 6 will include a 3200mAh battery just like the original Fonepad Note 6.
Specifications of Fonepad Note 6 are
6-inch (1920 x 1080) Full HD Super IPS+ 10-point multi-touch display
2GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
8MP auto focus rear camera
1.2MP front-facing camera
2GB RAM, 16GB / 32GB internal memory
3G, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, WiFi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, E-Compass
3200 mAh battery
Comes with stylus
Stereo speakers on the front
There is no word on pricing or release dates yet, but we are hoping that the product will be available by the ...
![]()
↧
↧
September 4, 2013, 12:29 pm
![]()
Sony announced a lot of products at the IFA 2013 and the Smart Bluetooth Handset SBH52 is one of the them. The SBH52 functions as a handheld for calling as well as a handsfree for calling and listening to music.
SBH52 is connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth and you can use the bluetooth accessory to directly attend calls that come to your smartphone. The display on the SBH52 gives various details like who is calling and also lets you check the call history. You can also make calls directly from your bluetooth accessory. The SBH52 comes with a 3.5mm audio where you can use the headphones that are supplied with the kit. In addition to this, you can just Tap the device on a NFC enabled smartphone to pair the device and start using it right away.
The SBH52 also lets you hear songs from your smartphone/tablet or PC. The display on the SBH52 displays various information like Artist Name and track information.
Sony Smart Bluetooth Handset SBH52 is optimized for Android and there are various apps on the Google Play Store that enhance the functionality of this smart device. You can use the display on it to check various notifications on ...
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 12:30 pm
![]()
Among the many products that Sony unveiled at IFA 2013, SRS-BTS50 wireless speaker was one. The SRS-BTS50 is an external speaker system capable of producing outstanding surround sound.
The main purpose of the SRS-BTS50 is to help you take your music with you when you go outdoors. The SRS-BTS50 is a light weight and stylish external speaker which is quite portable. SRS-BTS50 connects wirelessly with your smartphone/tablet or PC via NFC or Bluetooth. Apart from being a speaker, there is a hands free button on the device that lets you take calls from your phone on the speaker.
The hexagonal design of the BTS50 makes it an ideal design for small groups and when the group of people surrounding it becomes more, it offers a rich surround sound experience. The SRS-BTS50 comes with a internal battery and the device can last for 10 hours on a single charge.
There is no word on the pricing yet, but the SRS50 is expected to go on sale from October in Europe. Other regions should get the product sometime afterwards.
![]()
↧
September 4, 2013, 12:40 pm
![]()
Much has been leaked about Samsung's Galaxy Gear smartwatch. Today at the Unpacked Event in Berlin, we finally got a chance to see for ourselves if the Korean giant's first efforts to enter into the world of wearables would be something special and here are our first impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Gear. Shaped like a conventional watch, the Gear is chunky to say the least. It might not be the most visually appealing smartwatch but it's not an eye sore either. The front is essentially a 1.63 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 320 x 320.
Video Demo
httpv://youtu.be/SlblVQIU5xw
To the right of it is a single button that lets you move up a menu page or head back to the home pane. Placed next to the Pebble smartwatch, the Gear definitely looks large but then it also packs a lot more under the hood. Surrounding the display is a metal band that looks surprisingly good. On the flipside, it makes the pretty large watch equally heavy. Pure aesthetics apart, we feel that the metal band around the display should also help dissipate any heat generated by the 800Mhz processor.
The Gear has a 1.9MP autofocus capable camera built into the side ...
![]()
↧
FoneArena is at IFA in Berlin, Germany and we are going to be covering the Samsung and Sony press conferences which are set for today September 4th 2013.If you are looking forward to the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 or the Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch do stay tuned to FoneArena's live coverage of the Samsung unpacked press conference from Berlin.Follow the live blog below for minute by minute updates from the launch event.The actual event is supposed to start at 7PM Germany time or about 10:30PM India time, so on your browser.
[HTML1]
The Galaxy Note 3 might feature a 5.7-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display , 13MP camera and run on Android 4.3 JellyBean OS. It could pack the latest Exynos 5 Octa 5420 and Snapdragon 800 processor based on the market and 3GB of RAM. It would be interesting to see how big the Note 3 is compared to the Galaxy S4 and the Mega 6.3 and also how it stacks up against the competition such as the XPERIA Z Ultra. The Phablet category has certainly shaped up to become a very interesting product category and we could give Samsung some credit for starting the trend with the original Galaxy Note. It is interesting ...
Along with a few Android handsets, Alcatel has also unveiled a new Aluminum tablet - Evo 8HD. The Alcatel Evo 8HD is a sleek and stylish tablet with aluminum build and reasonably slim waistline.
The Alcatel Evo 8HD comes with a 8-inch HD display, powered by a 1.6GHz dual-core Rockchip RK3066 processor and runs on Android 4.2 Jellybean. There is 1GB of RAM onboard and the Evo 8HD has only 4GB internal storage, but there is a microSD card slot that supports microSD cards upto 64GB. At the back of the device, we have a 3MP camera and on the front, we have a 2 MP camera. The Evo 8HD houses a 4160 mAh battery.
Going by the specifications of the tablet, it is aimed at mid-range markets. The thing that will differentiate Evo 8HD from other tablets is its aluminum build and its wide range of accessories. There are a couple of accessories like the LED MagicFlip cover that will display notifications directly on the flip cover and a simpler magnetic cover. A 3G/4G module is also available that can be attached to the tablet giving it connectivity on the go.
HTC Butterfly S appeared on the official HTC India website back in July. Now the phone is available in India from online retailer Saholic. HTC announced the Butterfly S back in June. It packs a 5.0-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super LCD 3 display display with 440ppi with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, powered by a 1.9 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor with Adreno 320 GPU and runs on Android 4.2.2 Jellybean with HTC Sense 5.0.
It has a UltraPixel rear camera with LED Flash, BSI Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization ,F2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens, Full HD (1080p) video recording with HDR Video similar to the HTC One and a 2.1-megapixel HD front-facing camera. It has HTC Zoe, HTC BoomSound and Dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers.
HTC Butterfly S specifications
5.0-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super LCD 3 display display with 440ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection
1.9 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor with Adreno 320 GPU
Android 4.2.2 Jellybean with HTC Sense 5.0
HTC Zoe, HTC BoomSound, Dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers
UltraPixel rear camera with LED Flash, BSI Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization ,F2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens
Full HD (1080p) video recording with HDR Video
2.1 MP HD front-facing camera
3.5 ...
Sony has just announced the Xperia Z1, the company’s latest flagship phone at the IFA 2013. It has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Triluminos Display with with X-Reality engine that would offer rich, natural colours, powered by 2.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 20.7-megapixel rear camera with Sony G lens with a 27mm wide angle f/2.0 aperture custom 1/2.3" Sony Exmor RS image sensor, BIONZ image processing engine, , 1080p video recording and a 2-megapixel 1080p front-facing camera. It is 8.5mm thick and weighs 170 grams.
It has IP55 / IP58 rating for dust and water resistance. It comes with range of camera applications including Social live to broadcast live from the phone to Facebook, Info-eye which is a visual search application that offers info about landmarks, books and more from the live camera, the Timeshift burst mode takes 61 images in 2 seconds before and after you press the shutter and the AR effecsts act as a overlay a selection of fun, customizable animation using Sony's AR augmented reailty tech.
It comes pre-loaded with integrated PlayMemories Online, a cloud-based image and video service, All-Sync feature that offers unlimited instant auto uploads.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blUhgOJXetM
Sony Xperia Z1 specifications
5-inch ...
Hot on the heels of the new camera-centric Sony Xperia Z1, the company just announced their new range of camera lenses at the Pre-IFA press conference. The Sony DSC QX10 and DSC QX100 are one of a kind camera lenses that act as your Smartphone's own camera, with the former acting as the camera's viewfinder. It is a pretty intriguing concept only slightly hindered by the pricing, coming in at $250 for the QX10 and $500 for the QX100. The QX100 is a high end camera lens with specifications of the RX100MII Point and Shoot camera, while the QX10 is a cheaper long zoom camera lens, both with a wireless viewfinder as the display. Still trying to wrap around the concept? This video might help -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TWh3EvSZ_0
The concept -
The Lens Camera unit has a lens, a EXMOR R sensor, WiFi/NFC connectivity and a SD card slot. It connects to the Sony Xperia Z1 or any other device through WiFi/NFC, with it attaching to the back of your smartphones using a magnetic attachment or a clamp.
The Sony DSC QX100 is, like we already said, a high end point and shoot camera lens that mirrors the specifications of the much loved Sony DSC ...
Asus has announced the Fonepad 7, successor of the Fonepad at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It comes with a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display with new smudge-resistant coating to prevent fingerprints, runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) and is powered by a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2560 processor with Hyper-Threading technology. It has a 5-megapixel rear camera with 1080p full HD video recording and a 1.2 MP front-facing camera. It has metallic finish and comes with 3G HSPA+ 3G with up to 42Mbit/s download speeds with voice calling features.
It has dual-front speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology. The Fonepad 7 has customized user interface that integrates social media information, the SuperNote app lets users draft notes and can even add images, videos, and voice memos to create multimedia notes. The Floating App offers easy multi-tasking.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z73vOUAZ1qk
Asus Fonepad 7 specifications
7-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS display with 10 finger multi-touch
1.6 GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2560 processor with 400MHz PowerVR SGX544 GPU
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
5MP rear camera with 1080p Full HD video recording
1.2MP front-facing camera with 720p Video Recording
10.5mm thick and weighs 340g
1GB RAM, 8 GB / 16GB / 32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 64GB via micro SD
3G (HSPA+ up to 42 Mbps), WiFi 802.11 ...
Remember the crazy WCG-10 wireless server from Sony? They have released a successor to it, but it now looks a lot slimmer, just like the Xperia devices. At first glance one would think it is actually the back of a Xperia device. A quick recap of what it does it, it's a portable solution that can connect wirelessly to your smartphone and back-up files, or even let you access the files already in the server and play it back. Pretty interesting concept, that is possibly better explained in a video -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQAgFYufDDE
The main features of the new Sony WG-C20 are -
Just slip in an SD card to wirelessly play and share content
NFC for easy one-touch wireless connection with your phone
Charges your smartphone or tablet’s battery
Play content on DLNA-enabled TVs or home audio devices
Share files with up to 8 other wireless users simultaneously, with easy, secure access control
Slim, colourful looks style-matched to new Xperia™ phone
In a nutshell, the WG-C20 is all about storing your photos wirelessly, with a portable solution. Now that the new one is extremely slimmer(9mm) than the old WCG-10, the product makes much more sense for continuous back up or just wireless streaming. This is also the first Sony ...
Sony has been busy at the IFA launching a wide variety of products ranging from 4K Bravia TVs to Xperia Z1 that sports a 20.7MP camera. Along with major launches, it launched various accessories too. The Sony MDR-10 series of headphones falls under the premium category that brings lifelike detail. Sony's main aim with this premium series of headphones is to deliver music to the listeners the way the creators created it.
The Sony MDR-10 series comes with a couple of headphones which includes the MDR-10RC that has a compact folding design in a light weight package. The main aim behind the MDR-10RC headphones is to deliver high-quality lifelike audio in a compact and super-soft ear cushions. The cord for the headphones comes with a microphone for hands-free conversations over phone.
The other headset in the series is the Sony MDR-10RBT which lets you enjoy music wirelessly from your Bluetooth or NFC enabled smartphone/tablet or PC. MDR-10RBT also includes a built in microphone that lets you have hands-free conversations.
Sony just unveiled its new range of Camera lenses that use your Smartphone as a viewfinder. Pretty cool concept, but what if one wants to adopt similar functionality for Sony's other cameras and make specialized apps for the same? Well, Sony's got you covered as they have just announced their all new Camera Remote APIs that will let you write Viewfinder apps for their cameras, not just their Camera lenses. And since the APIs are platform agnostic, you can literally write camera viewfinder apps for literally any platform.
Develop your own applications to control camera or get captured image and create Photo Uploader,
Time Lapse Control Software, or other novel ideas for applications using the latest and greatest Sony cameras.
Start Today with the easy to learn and use, JSON based Application Programming Interface (API).
Since the API is platform agnostic, you can develop for your choice of operating systems like Android™, iOS™, Windows™ or others.
There you go. That's how useful the Camera Remote APIs are. Really glad that Sony is opening up the APIs for its cameras, but how many of them will be supported?
The following eight Sony cameras are compatible with the Camera Remote API beta:
・ Action Cam HDR-AS30, HDR-AS15*2
・ Music video ...
Samsung has just announced the third iteration of their successful premium phablet series - Galaxy Note 3. The Galaxy Note 3 was announced at the IFA 2013 in Berlin, Germany. The Galaxy Note 3 comes with a 5.7inch Full HD Super AMOLED display. Just like their flagship smartphone, the Galaxy Note 3 will come in two variants - the international variant sporting the Exynos Octa chipset and the USA variant sporting the Snapdragon 800 SoC. Both the variants will come with 3GB RAM and will have 16/32/64GB variants and a microSD card slot.
Like the usual Samsung premium devices, the Galaxy Note 3 is packed with a plethora of software features that include Samsung's trademark Multi-Window, Smart Stay, Smart scroll, smart rotate, S-Beam, Air View. Like any other Note device, the Note 3 will also come with Samsung's S-Pen stylus which is advanced. It will come with Samsung's latest Samsung Knox for security features.
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Specifications
5.7-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD Super AMOLED display
2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 LTE / 1.9GHz Exynos Octa-Core
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
13MP camera BSI Sensor with High CRI LED flash with Smart Stabilizer
UHD 4K video recording 30fps(Only Snapdragon version) / 1080p 60fps / Slow motion 720p HD 120fps
2MP ...
Sony just announced its latest flagship device, the Z1 here in Berlin and we've had some time with it. We're still working on our full impressions of the handset but here's an image gallery to whet your appetite. The phone has a 5 inch Full HD display with Triluminous technology built in that makes it absolutely stunning.
The highlight of the device is its 20.7MP 1/2.3" sensor camera module that promises to offer lossless zooming capabilities as well as 4K video capture. Contrary to rumors, there is no xenon flash here and you'll have to make do with the single LED flash unit.
Under the hood is a 2.2Ghz Snapdragon 800 processor with an Adreno 330 GPU and 2GB of RAM. The device absolutely flies and we couldn't see even a hint of lag though you'll have to wait till we put the device through our full range of tests. For now here's a full gallery that showcases the devices from all angles for your viewing pleasure. If you have any comments or queries, let us know in the comments section and we'll be sure to follow up. Stay tuned for more on the Xperia Z1 live from here at IFA in ...
Samsung Galaxy Gear smart watch finally went official at the IFA 2013 event in Berlin, Germany. The Galaxy Gear was one of the most expected devices at the Samsung Unpacked 2. Galaxy Gear smart watch comes with a 1.63inch 320x320 pixels AMOLED display.
In terms of design, the front of the Galaxy Gear is dominated by the display and it is surrounded by metal frame (unusual for Samsung). The strap on the smart watch is made of rubber and as predicted by the rumors, there is a camera that is built onto the strap. The Galaxy Gear isn't anything on its own and it mainly serves as a companion for your smartphone. The Galaxy Gear is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
Since only the latest version of Android (4.3 Jellybean) supports Low energy bluetooth profile, the number of compatible devices is expected to be limited at launch.
When connected to a smartphone, the Galaxy Gear will have the ability to receive calls, take voice memos and it will display all the notifications from your smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy Gear smart watch Specifications
800MHz Single core processor
1.63inch 320x320 AMOLED display ( 277ppi)
1.9MP AutoFocus camera with BSI sensor
720p playback and recording
Bluetooth 4.0
4GB internal memory + 512MB RAM
315mAh ...
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is the third device that Samsung announced at the IFA 2013. It is a huge upgrade over the original Note 10.1 which was launched in 2012. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 edition comes with a high resolution 2560x1600 SC LCD display making it similar to the Samsung Nexus 10. The Galaxy Note 10.1 will launch with Android 4.3 Jellybean along with Samsung's TouchWiz UI and features complete with S-Pen. Along with the improved display, the Note 10.1 will be powered by Samsung's Exynos Octa-core processor clocked at 1.9GHz and it will have 3GB of RAM exactly like Galaxy Note 3. The Note 10.1 will come with a 8MP camera at the back and 2MP camera at the front.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Specifications
10.1inch High resolution 2560x1600 display
2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 SoC / 1.9GHz Exynos Octa SoC
3GB RAM
16/32/64GB internal storage and microSD card slot
Android 4.3 Jellybean
Samsung TouchWiz UI with tons of features and S-Pen
8220mAh battery
3.5mm Audio jack and support for UHQA(Ultra High Quality Audio)
Stereo Speakers
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 & 5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, AllShareCast, BT4.0, USB2.0, GPS and GLONASS
8MP rear camera with BSI and 2MP front camera
Along with the high-end specifications and high resolution display, the Galaxy Note ...
Asus has announced the MeMo Pad 8 (ME180A) at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It has a 8-inch (1280 x 800) LED-backlit HD IPS display, powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 5-megapixel rear camera with 720p HD video recording and a 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera. It has dual speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology for enhanced audio output.
It is just 127mm from side to side and weighs only 350g, offering 30% more screen space than a 7-inch tablet.
Asus MeMO Pad 8 specifications
8-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS multi-touch display
1.6 GHz quad-core processor
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
5MP rear camera with 720p HD video recording
1.2MP HD front-facing camera
9.95mm thick and weighs 350 grams
8 GB / 16GB internal memory, MicroSD card slot
Accelerometer and e-compass
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, micro USB
3,950 mAh battery with up to 9 hours of battery life
The Asus MeMO Pad 8 comes in Grey, White and Pink colors. It also comes with optional protective TriCover case made from durable synthetic materials similar to the Fonepad 7. No word pricing or the availability yet.
Asus has announced the MeMo Pad 10 (ME102A) at the IFA 2013 in Berlin. It has a 10.1-inch (1280 x 800) LED-backlit HD IPS display, powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 2-megapixel rear camera with 720p HD video recording and a 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera. It has dual speakers with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology for enhanced audio output.
Asus MeMO Pad 10 specifications
10.1-inch (1280 x 800) HD LED Backlit IPS multi-touch display
1.6 GHz quad-core processor
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
2MP rear camera with 720p HD video recording
1.2MP front-facing camera
10.5mm thick and weighs 522 grams
8 GB / 16GB internal memory, MicroSD card slot
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, micro USB, A-GPS with GLONASS
5,070 mAh battery with up to 9.2 hours of battery life
The Asus MeMO Pad 10 comes in Grey, White and hot pink colors. It also comes with optional protective TriCover case made from durable synthetic materials similar to the Fonepad 7 and the MeMO Pad 8. No word pricing or the availability yet.
You just witnessed the "Sixth Sense" guy Pranav Mistry reveal the latest Samsung Galaxy Gear Smartwatch with much excitement, but Qualcomm had their own "Digital sixth sense" idea. The guys behind the Snapdragon processors have just announced their own implementation of a wearable computer - the Toq Smartwatch. Pronounced "Talk", the smartwatch has been blessed with Qualcomm's own technologies like the super low power reflective display tech - Mirasol, Qualcomm WiPower wireless charging and proprietary Qualcomm MEMS technology. Skip past the break for more details and watch this video now -
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzTrqifCOhs#t=15
“Toq’s always on, always connected, always visible wearable technology gives you a ‘Digital 6th Sense,’ telling you what you need to know, when you need to know it, with just a glance at your wrist or a whisper in your ear. Toq is a showcase for the benefits of the Mirasol display, WiPower LE and stereo Bluetooth technologies and highlights the experience that the wearable category can provide,” said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and chief executive officer of Qualcomm. “Toq not only represents a long history of technological innovation for Qualcomm, but it also demonstrates our commitment to delivering the breakthrough technologies that redefine the ways we interact with ...
Asus is on an announcement spree at IFA and it has announced a refreshed Fonepad Note 6. The Fonepad Note FHD 6, which we originally saw at Computex earlier this year received a minor bump in the specifications. The new Fonepad Note 6 features a newer Intel Atom Z2580 dual-core processor and retains all the other features from the original Fonepad Note 6.
The Fonepad Note 6 will include a 6inch Full HD display and will come with Stylus support. The device has 2GB of RAM and has 16/32GB internal storage and has a microSD card slot. It will have a 8MP camera at the back and 1.2MP camera on the front. The Fonepad Note 6 will include a 3200mAh battery just like the original Fonepad Note 6.
Specifications of Fonepad Note 6 are
6-inch (1920 x 1080) Full HD Super IPS+ 10-point multi-touch display
2GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
8MP auto focus rear camera
1.2MP front-facing camera
2GB RAM, 16GB / 32GB internal memory
3G, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, WiFi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0, GPS, E-Compass
3200 mAh battery
Comes with stylus
Stereo speakers on the front
There is no word on pricing or release dates yet, but we are hoping that the product will be available by the ...
Sony announced a lot of products at the IFA 2013 and the Smart Bluetooth Handset SBH52 is one of the them. The SBH52 functions as a handheld for calling as well as a handsfree for calling and listening to music.
SBH52 is connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth and you can use the bluetooth accessory to directly attend calls that come to your smartphone. The display on the SBH52 gives various details like who is calling and also lets you check the call history. You can also make calls directly from your bluetooth accessory. The SBH52 comes with a 3.5mm audio where you can use the headphones that are supplied with the kit. In addition to this, you can just Tap the device on a NFC enabled smartphone to pair the device and start using it right away.
The SBH52 also lets you hear songs from your smartphone/tablet or PC. The display on the SBH52 displays various information like Artist Name and track information.
Sony Smart Bluetooth Handset SBH52 is optimized for Android and there are various apps on the Google Play Store that enhance the functionality of this smart device. You can use the display on it to check various notifications on ...
Among the many products that Sony unveiled at IFA 2013, SRS-BTS50 wireless speaker was one. The SRS-BTS50 is an external speaker system capable of producing outstanding surround sound.
The main purpose of the SRS-BTS50 is to help you take your music with you when you go outdoors. The SRS-BTS50 is a light weight and stylish external speaker which is quite portable. SRS-BTS50 connects wirelessly with your smartphone/tablet or PC via NFC or Bluetooth. Apart from being a speaker, there is a hands free button on the device that lets you take calls from your phone on the speaker.
The hexagonal design of the BTS50 makes it an ideal design for small groups and when the group of people surrounding it becomes more, it offers a rich surround sound experience. The SRS-BTS50 comes with a internal battery and the device can last for 10 hours on a single charge.
There is no word on the pricing yet, but the SRS50 is expected to go on sale from October in Europe. Other regions should get the product sometime afterwards.
Much has been leaked about Samsung's Galaxy Gear smartwatch. Today at the Unpacked Event in Berlin, we finally got a chance to see for ourselves if the Korean giant's first efforts to enter into the world of wearables would be something special and here are our first impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Gear. Shaped like a conventional watch, the Gear is chunky to say the least. It might not be the most visually appealing smartwatch but it's not an eye sore either. The front is essentially a 1.63 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 320 x 320.
Video Demo
httpv://youtu.be/SlblVQIU5xw
To the right of it is a single button that lets you move up a menu page or head back to the home pane. Placed next to the Pebble smartwatch, the Gear definitely looks large but then it also packs a lot more under the hood. Surrounding the display is a metal band that looks surprisingly good. On the flipside, it makes the pretty large watch equally heavy. Pure aesthetics apart, we feel that the metal band around the display should also help dissipate any heat generated by the 800Mhz processor.
The Gear has a 1.9MP autofocus capable camera built into the side ...
