HTC today unveiled HTC Explorer which is an affordable handset that runs Android 2.3.5 OS. The new mobile phone features a 3.2-inch HVGA (480 x 320) capacitive display, 600MHz processor, 3MP camera and 512MB of expandable memory and is expected to become available for purchase in various countries in EMEA and Asia starting with the fourth quarter of the year, in Metallic Black, Active Black and Metallic Navy.
No words on price yet.
Today LaCie announced the LaPlug, a simple solution to share any USB hard drive or key over a local network. The LaPlug turns any USB hard drive into a network storage device, sharing files wirelessly throughout the home. Simply connect the LaPlug to the network then connect the drive to the LaPlug.You can also connect a USB printer to the LaPlug and make it wirelessly available to all computers on the network.
ACCESSIBILITY AT HOME AND ON THE ROAD
Not only does the LaPlug make USB hard drives accessible throughout the home, it even supports remote access. Instead of emailing large files between friends, just give them access to the LaPlug – all they need is an Internet connection. The user can even set up a custom web address, so access to the LaPlug is as easy as typing a URL.
MULTIMEDIA STREAMING
It is easy to access USB drives connected to the LaPlug from any networked equipment that's UPnP/DLNA-certified, such as the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360, as well as the LaCie LaCinema Classic HD. If a user has movies on a USB key they can just connect it to the LaPlug then play the movie using the multimedia device on the network. Instantly watch movies from the comfort of your living room even if the LaPlug is located in another part of the house. The LaPlug also plays music files from a USB drive or streams music to computers on the network running iTunes.
CENTRALIZE BACKUP FOR CONVENIENCE AND SECURITY
The LaPlug offers a convenient way to automatically back up all computers in a household onto one central location. Use the included backup software or Time Machine. Either way, simply configure automatic backups once then rest assured knowing all data is secure. Since the LaPlug supports Wi-Fi, once the computer is configured the user does not need to connect it to the LaPlug in order to initiate backups. It works as soon as the computer is connected to the local network.
AVAILABILITY
The LaCie LaPlug will be available through the LaCie Online Store, LaCie PROgram+ Partners and LaCie PROgram+ Resellers starting at the suggested retail price of $74.99 (VAT included).
Source:- LaCie
Sharp introduced the Gingerbread phone –AQUOS PHONE 102SH. Powered by 1GHz TI OMAP 4430 CPU, this device boast 4.5-inch glasses-free 3D display with 720 x 1280 resolution, along with 1GB of RAM and 2.2GB of ROM, features 12MP CMOS camera with full HD recording and DLNA support. No words on price yet but Japanese carrier SoftBank will begin selling the 102SH in early December.
Sharp AQUOS PHONE 102SH Specs:-
Source:- TechCrunch
Skype announced Skype 2.5 for Android which supports additional 14 Android devices which takes total to an exciting 41. Now Skype video calling will also be available by default on several Motorola Devices including the Atrix and XOOM.
With Skype 2.5 for Android, the list of Android devices added Skype video support for include:
The Skype 2.5 for Android update also brings further video enhancements. You can now switch between portrait and landscape mode during video calls, and zoom in with a simple double tap on the screen.
Skype also improved support for bluetooth headsets and included a number of bug fixes and performance enhancements, which should further boost the user experience of Skype for Android on your phone.
In addition, as with recent Mac and iOS update, there will be an advertising platform introduced in this new release. Advertising will not be shown to users that have Skype Credit, a Calling or Skype Premium subscription.
Skype 2.5 for Android (Android Market)
Toshiba announced the Thrive 7" tablet powered by Android 3.2 and the NVIDIA Tegra 2 platform, features two HD cameras - 5MP camera with LED Flash on the back and 2MP on the front, built-in Gyroscope , Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mini USB, Micro HDMI and a Micro SD card slot and weighs only 0.88 pounds. No words on pricing and availability, though Toshiba confirmed that 7-inch Thrive comes in two models –16GB and 32GB and will be available in December.
Toshiba expanded its line of All-in-One PCs with the introduction of the Toshiba DX735, featuring a 23-inch Full HD multi-touch display. The DX735 features a 23-inch diagonal touchscreen display that supports full 1080p HD content surrounded in a glossy black finish, matching Bluetooth wireless keyboard with 10-key numeric keypad and glossy black Bluetooth wireless mouse.
All-in-One DX735 powered by Intel Core i5 or i7 processor, 4GB of DDR3 memory, a 1TB 7200 RPM hard drive, one USB 3.0 port with USB Sleep & Charge, one USB 3.0 port and four USB 2.0 ports. The DX735 also includes a built-in DVD SuperMulti Drive and unique Toshiba technologies, including Sleep & Music, which enables users to take advantage of the speakers even if the PC is off and Resolution+video upconversion technology that breathes new life into standard-def video and DVDs. The PC will also be available in a configuration with a TV tuner.
The Toshiba DX735 will be available exclusively from BestBuy, starting at $956.99 MSRP on October 2, 2011.
MetroPCS and LG today introduced the latest addition to MetroPCS' line-up of 4G LTE - enabled smartphones with the entertainment-packed LG Esteem. Powered by 1GHz Snapdragon processor, LG Esteem running Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) features 4.3" WVGA screen, 5MP Rear-Facing Autofocus Camera, 1.3 MP Front-Facing Camera, 720p HD video recording, 8GB of internal memory and Dolby Mobile Surround 7.1 and a Corning Gorilla Glass Screen Protector.
LG Esteem will be available for $249 plus tax, after mail-in rebate, through January 1, 2012. Plus, customers purchasing the LG Esteem will receive Rhapsody Unlimited Music FREE for 90 days through a limited time promotional offer when they activate the $50 4G LTE service plan.
LG ESTEEM Specs:-
Today, Amazon introduced an all-new Kindle family: three all-new Kindle e-readers that are smaller, lighter, and more affordable than ever before, and 7-inch Kindle Fire - a new class of Kindle that brings the same ease-of-use and deep integration of content that helped Kindle re-invent reading - to movies, TV shows, music, magazines, apps, books, games, and more.
New Latest Generation Kindle--Fits In Your Pocket--Only $79
The new latest generation Kindle is for readers who want the lightest, most compact Kindle at an incredible price. The latest generation Kindle features a new design that is 30 percent lighter at just 5.98 ounces, 18 percent smaller, and turns pages 10 percent faster. Kindle is now small and light enough to fit easily in your pocket and carry with you everywhere, yet it still features the same 6-inch, most advanced electronic ink display that reads like real paper, even in bright sunlight.
The new latest generation Kindle is only $79. Kindle is available starting today at www.amazon.com/kindle.
New Addition to the Kindle Family--"Kindle Touch"--Only $99
Kindle Touch is a new addition to the Kindle family with an easy-to-use touch screen that makes it easier than ever to turn pages, search, shop, and take notes - still with all the benefits of the most advanced electronic ink display. Kindle Touch is also lighter, smaller, eliminates battery anxiety with extra-long battery life and holds thousands of books.
New "X-Ray" Feature
Amazon invented X-Ray, a new feature that lets customers explore the "bones of the book." With a single tap, readers can see all the passages across a book that mention ideas, fictional characters, historical figures, places or topics that interest them, as well as more detailed descriptions from Wikipedia and Shelfari, Amazon's community-powered encyclopedia for book lovers. Amazon built X-Ray using its expertise in language processing and machine learning, access to significant storage and computing resources with Amazon S3 and EC2, and a deep library of book and character information. The vision is to have every important phrase in every book.
The new Kindle Touch is only $99. Kindle Touch is available to customers in the U.S. for pre-order starting today at www.amazon.com/kindletouch and ships November 21.
New Top of the Line Kindle e-reader--"Kindle Touch 3G" --Only $149
Kindle Touch 3G offers the same new design and features of Kindle Touch - small and light, easy-to-use touch screen, storage for thousands of books, and extra-long battery life - with the unparalleled added convenience of free 3G. Kindle's free 3G connection means you never have to hunt for or pay for a Wi-Fi hotspot - you simply download and read books anytime, anywhere in over 100 countries around the world. Amazon pays for the 3G connection so there's no monthly fee or annual contract.
The new top of the line Kindle Touch 3G is only $149. Kindle Touch 3G is available to customers in the U.S. for pre-order starting today at www.amazon.com/kindletouch3G and ships November 21.
All Kindles have instant access to the Kindle Store with the largest selection of the most popular books people want to read. Millions of free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are also available to read on Kindle devices, and Kindle customers can now borrow Kindle books from their public library. Kindle books are "Buy Once, Read Everywhere" - on Kindle, Kindle Touch, Kindle Touch 3G, Kindle Fire, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, PCs, Mac, Android phones and tablets, BlackBerry, Windows phones, and web browsers with Kindle Cloud Reader.
All three new Kindle e-readers also come with special offers and sponsored screensavers that appear when you're not reading. Customers enjoy special money-saving offers delivered wirelessly sponsored by AT&T, the Dove beauty brand and Amazon.com Rewards Visa Card by Chase. Kindle e-reader customers will also receive special offers in their own backyards from AmazonLocal, Amazon's local deals marketplace with discounts on local services, products, and experiences. Customers can also choose to purchase a Kindle without special offers and sponsored screensavers.
New Class of Kindle--"Kindle Fire"--Only $199
The all-new Kindle Fire - with all the content, comes with 7-inch full color LCD touchscreen using IPS technology, Amazon's revolutionary cloud-accelerated browser, free storage in the Amazon Cloud, Whispersync, 14.6 ounce design that's easy to hold with one hand, brilliant color touchscreen, and a fast and powerful dual core processor - is only $199. Customers in the U.S. can pre-order Kindle Fire starting today at www.amazon.com/kindlefire and it ships November 15.
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Mozilla today released the Firefox 7.0 for Windows, Mac and Linux and at the same time, the Android mobile version of Firefox was announced, which now lets users copy and paste from websites to destinations outside the browser, such as e-mails and SMS messages.
The latest Firefox 7.0 drastically improves the usage of memory (RAM) which enhanced the Web browsing experience. Users will notice Firefox is faster at opening new tabs, clicking on menu items and buttons on websites and is said to consume 20-30% less memory than former builds of Firefox browser.
Firefox adds opt in Telemetry tool that allows users to provide anonymous browser performance data in a private and secure way that they control.
Download Firefox 7.0 | Release Notes
Huawei has teamed up with the Discovery Channel to introduce the Huawei-Discovery Expedition phone which is said to be able to withstand water, dust and electrical shock. It comes with GPS, a G-sensor and a built in torch, plus it comes with a range of social networking features which include Facebook and Twitter.
Huawei has said that the device can be expected in Q4 of 2011, although pricing and carriers have yet to be announced.
Source:- TechCrunch
Looks like ASUS is all set to launch UX Ultrabooks in New York at a special event on October 11th. According to the ASUS UX mini-site, we have to wait for 14 more days to see UX21 and UX31 in action.
Nokia Siemens Networks has launched three new 4G devices at PT Expo Comm in Beijing, China. The devices allow consumers to enjoy broadband access at up to 102 Mbps (Megabits per second) downlink and 51 Mbps uplink to support data-intensive services on TD-LTE (time division-duplex, long term evolution) networks. The devices address broadband access requirements that range from basic connectivity in under-served regions, to high-speed mobile broadband in dense metro areas. All are now available to customers.
A plug-and-play USB dongle, the Nokia Siemens Networks USB-lte 7210 offers mobile broadband to laptops and compatible tablets whilst on the move. Nokia Siemens Networks CPEi-lte 7212 is a wireless router built for indoor use that provides fixed wireless connectivity to TD-LTE services via WiFi or Ethernet. A further wireless router, Nokia Siemens Networks CPEo-lte 7210, built to withstand the weather and be mounted outdoors, can also provide broadband access.
The devices are commercially available to support 4G services using the TD-LTE standard in the 2.3 GHz and 2.6 GHz bands allocated for wireless broadband in many parts of the globe.
Buffalo today announced the new MiniStation Extreme and DriveStation Axis Velocity storage solutions.
The new MiniStation Extreme offers a feature-rich portable storage solution in a rugged, lightweight package, designed to keep your files secure. With USB 3.0 support and backward compatibility with USB 2.0, it works with nearly any PC or Mac and provides interface speeds up to 5 Gbps. MiniStation Extreme features US Military Standard shock protection with a ruggedized chassis and specialized bumpers designed to absorb and transfer shock away from the hard disk due to accidental bumps and drops from up to 2 meters. Its convenient wrap-around cable hugs the body to ensure you’re always ready to connect while on the go. Simply plug it into any available USB port on your computer and instantly add capacity or store files to take on the road; with 256-bit AES hardware encryption, you can rest assured your data is safe, wherever you go.
The new DriveStation Axis Velocity is an easy to use external hard drive designed for simple and secure storage and backup. Equipped with a high speed 7200 RPM hard drive and USB 3.0 support, DriveStation Axis Velocity boasts extremely fast file transfers and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 for use with nearly any PC or Mac. Optional 256-bit AES hardware encryption offers government-grade protection without the need for additional software, keeping your data safe from theft and unauthorized access. Its unique chassis design can stand upright or lay flat allowing for placement just about anywhere; sit it on your desk for use with your computer or place it below your TV to stream slideshows and your favorite movies and music. DriveStation Axis Velocity is the perfect solution for fast and easy data storage and backup.
Pricing and Availability
Buffalo’s MiniStation Extreme is backed by a three-year limited warranty and DriveStation Axis Velocity is backed by a two-year limited warranty including toll-free 24/7 US based technical support. Both models will be available October 2011.
Source:- Buffalo
Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Player 4.0 and Galaxy Player 5.0 will be available for pre-order starting September 27th and will hit the US shelves on October 16th. The Galaxy Player 5.0 ($269) features a 5-inch WVGA TFT display while the 4.0 ($229) has a 4" WVGA Super Clear LCD display. Both are powered by Android 2.3.5, 3.2MP rear cameras and VGA front shooters. Other specs includes Bluetooth 3.0, 8GB of onboard storage, a microSD expansion slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, voice recorder, mini-USB connectivity etc. More detailed specs after the break.
Samsung Galaxy Player 5.0 and 4.0 Specifications:-
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 now available for pre-order in the US market and will be available for purchase on October 2nd. There are two Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 models at BestBuy that differ on the storage capacity--16GB model comes with a price tag of $470 while 32GB model costs $570. Hit the source link to pre-order one.
Galaxy Tab 8.9 Specs:
Source:- Best Buy
At Mobilize, T-Mobile in addition to the HTC Amaze 4G and Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone announced the Sonic 4G Mobile HotSpot, the company’s fastest 4G (HSPA+ 42) mobile hotspot providing access to T-Mobile’s 4G (HSPA+ 42) network for up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices including iPads, music players, gaming consoles, laptops, cameras and eReaders, among other devices, all from virtually anywhere. Manufactured by Huawei, this sleek and ultra-portable on-the-go network hub weighs just 3.88 ounces, making it easy to slip into a pocket, backpack or purse.
The Sonic 4G Mobile HotSpot comes equipped with an SD card slot that accommodates up to 32GB of expandable memory, enabling customers to share and save photos, documents, videos and more with their family and friends also connected to the Mobile HotSpot. The Sonic 4G also features an OLED display to show signal strength, number of devices connected, number of unread text messages, connectivity to the internet, battery level and network connection type.
The T-Mobile Sonic 4G Mobile HotSpot is expected to be available in October.
At Mobilize, T-Mobile announced the HTC Amaze 4G and Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone. The HTC Amaze 4G runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), features a Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 Processor with a 1.5 GHz dual core CPUs, features 4.3-inch qHD super LCD multi-touch display, HTC Sense, HTC Watch, 8MP camera and 1080p HD video recorder. T-Mobile also revealed additional details about the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone that it has 4.52-inch Super AMOLED Plus touch screen, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 Processor with 1.5 GHz dual CPUs, running on Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) and NFC enabled, the Galaxy S II will offer T-Mobile customers speedy access to their favorite movies, TV shows, websites, games, applications and more.
The HTC Amaze 4G and Galaxy S II are expected to be available in an exclusive online pre-sale via T-Mobile beginning October 10 and are expected to hit the stores starting October 12.
The HTC Amaze 4G is expected to cost $259.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. The Galaxy S II is expected to cost $229.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan.
Source:- T-Mobile (1), (2)
Huawei officially unveiled the Huawei Honor, its latest Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread smartphone that features a 16M 16:9 true color high-definition (HD) 4-inch FWVGA capacitive touch screen. Powered by a 1,900 MAh battery, Honor frees consumers from the inconvenience of searching for an electricity source, allowing them to share and connect for up to three days on a single charge – the longest battery life among smartphones in the 4-inch screen range. With a 1.4 GHz processor, an 8-megapixel HDR2-enabled camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, Honor is a powerhouse in a sleek 10.9 mm-thin body and weighs just 140g.
Honor will be commercially available in "Classic Black" in Asia-Pacific, China, Russia and the Middle East in Q4, 2011. Honor will be released in more colors closer to the Christmas holidays.
Huawei Honor Specs:
Additional Features
Samsung today announced the launch of Galaxy S II LTE and Galaxy S II HD LTE in Korean market. Galaxy S II LTE features a 1.5GHz dual-core CPU, 4.5-inch WVGA Super AMOLED Plus Display, 8MP camera, full HD video recording and will be available through SK Telecom. On the other hand Galaxy S II HD LTE feature 4.65-inch Super AMOLED display, 1.5GHz processor running Android 2.3 and has 8MP camera on the back with flash and 2MP on front. It will be available on SK Telecom, KT and LG U+.
Galaxy S II LTE Specifications
Galaxy S II HD LTE Specifications
Samsung today announced the launch of the Samsung Omnia W, its first Smartphone based on the latest release of Microsoft’s Windows Phone, code-named Mango. Powered by 1.4GHz processor featuring 3.7” WVGA(800X480) Super AMOLED display, VGA webcam on the front and 5MP on the back with 720p video recording. Read more Samsung Omnia W specs after the cut.
Samsung Omnia W Product Specifications:
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Processor
Display
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Camera
Video
Audio
Value-added Features
Connectivity
Sensor: Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Proximity, Magnetometer, Gyroscope
Memory: 512MB(RAM) ＋ 8GB Internal Memory
Size: 115.97 x 58.8 x 10.9mm, 115.3g
Battery: Standard battery, Li-on 1,500 mAh
Samsung today announced that the Samsung Galaxy S II (Model: GT-I9100) has achieved 10 million global channel sales, doubling from five million in just eight weeks.
This is my next and Engadget have leaked photos and other juicy details of the Motorola Xoom 2 and an 8.2-inch Media edition.
According to their sources XOOM 2 is 10-inch tablet just like the first XOOM and is 9mm thick, has an unspecified dual-core 1.2GHz processor with 1GB of “faster” RAM, record 1080p video and has battery life of 11 hours. Other goodies include Adobe Flash Player 11, Netflix streaming in HD, an optional keyboard case, a stylus pen, and the ability to synch wirelessly to a PC.
The XOOM 2 Media Edition is a 8.2-inch tablet with HD IPS display with an anti-glare coating, running Android 3.2 will function as eReader replacement. It weighs only 0.95 pounds making it easy very easy to hold in one hand.
What do you think with these tablets, Motorola have its upper hand over their rivals.
Source:- Engadget, This Is My Next
Good news for Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 owners on Telstra network, you can now download and install Gingerbread (Android 2.3.3) update on your device.
“Good news for Telstra customers waiting for the Xperia X10 Gingerbread update - it's available for download now,” Sony Ericsson Australia announced via Facebook.
Tell us as soon as your device taste the Gingerbread update.
Firmware 2.12 update for Dell Venue Pro phones from AT&T is now available for download. You will receive a notification of an available update via your phone. You can also check it by going to Settings –> Phone Updates. The new firmware update can be downloaded and installed via Microsoft’s Zune software, or through the Windows Phone Connector for Mac.
Source:- Dell
Firefox Private Browsing (ctrl+shift+p) allows you to browse the internet without saving any information about which sites and pages you’ve visited. But if you really think your browsing history is safe in private mode then it’s time to think again. Your private browsing history can be easily retrieved with a free Firefox add-on called PrivateBrowsingHistoryRecovery.
The developer behind this extension, Nicoleta says that, "The extension was implemented as a part of my dissertation project with the aim to illustrate the limitations found on private browsing mode."
How it works?
Install PrivateBrowsingHistoryRecovery and restart your browser.
Now, you can load the sidebar using CTRL+SHIFT+U as the shortcut keyboard key, or otherwise by selecting on Firefox View-> Sidebar-> PrivateBrowsingRetriever.
Once the sidebar loaded completely, you can see every site you visit in your private browsing session will be recorded, proving your private browsing in Firefox is not private.
You can now share photos on Twitter by including a photo in your text message. All you need to do is: just enter the text of your Tweet as you normally would, attach a photo to the message and send to Twitter.
Currently this feature is available with the following carriers: AT&T, Verizon Wireless and Cellular South in the US; Vodafone, O2 and Orange in the UK; Vodafone Italy; Rogers Communications in Canada; VIVA Bahrain; and, TIM Brazil.
Source:- Twitter
Google added the new features to the Gmail for Mobile which includes- multiple sign-in support, mobile-specific signature and vacation auto-responder.
Google already supporting multiple sign-in feature on desktop and now Gmail mobile user can enjoy this feature too by sign-in into multiple accounts simultaneously.
To sign into an additional account, click on the account switcher at the bottom of the threadlist, then click “Sign into an another account.” You can quickly switch between accounts by selecting the desired account from the Accounts menu.
As part of added multiple sign-in support, Google have updated URLs so that each account can have a separate bookmark. For those who have previously bookmarked Gmail for Mobile, please update your bookmark. If you haven’t, now is a great time to head to mail.google.com on your smartphone or tablet browser and add a bookmark to your home screen.
Google also gives a pretty good reason why you need "Mobile-Specific signature" feature. “We know that autocorrect and other mobile spell-checks can be frustrating as you are typing on the go” says Mobile Software Engineer Dominic Leung. “Let your friends know that you are responding via your mobile phone so that they understand why you might have sent a message that you are meeting for ‘monitors’ and not ‘mojitos’.”
To create a mobile signature, from the menu view, press the new settings icon, choose your signature, and then check the box to activate it. If you ever want to disable the mobile signature, just uncheck the box.
You can now set your auto-reply using the mobile interface which works pretty much same as on the desktop interface.
Source:- Gmail Blog
Adobe today announced Flash Player 11 and AIR 3 software to enable the next generation of immersive application experiences across devices and platforms including Android, Apple iOS (via AIR), BlackBerry Tablet OS, Mac OS, Windows, connected TVs and other platforms.
As the game console for the Web, Flash Player 11 and AIR 3 allow game publishers to instantly deliver console-quality 2D and 3D games over the Internet to nearly all PCs and many other devices. Media companies can take advantage of new features to seamlessly deliver protected feature-length, cinema-quality HD video through the Web, in mobile apps, and even with surround sound for connected TVs.
Flash Player 11 and AIR 3 will be publicly available in early October. Flash Builder and Flex, Adobe's open source framework for building mobile, Web and desktop apps, will offer support for the new features in an upcoming release before the end of the year.
Flash Player 11 and AIR 3 offer dozens of new features including:
Yesterday, HTC announced that the HTC Rhyme, Gingerbread smartphone will be available in the U.S first via Verizon Wireless only then other parts of the world.
O2 UK via twitter announced that it will be the only network to have the HTC Rhyme in UK and will be selling it from October 17th.
The HTC Rhyme features a 1.2GHz Qualcomm processor, 3.7-inch touchscreen and runs on Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread.
Today, T-Mobile announced the upcoming availability of the BlackBerry Curve 9360 and is expected to be available in an exclusive pre-sale for T-Mobile business customers beginning today, September 21st. The smartphone will be available in the black color finish at T-Mobile retail stores and at select dealers and national retailers nationwide starting September 28th for $79.99 with a two-year contract (after a $50 rebate) and is expected to be available in an exclusive merlot color finish starting October 12th.
The BlackBerry Curve 9360 includes a wide 2.4-inch screen, full QWERTY keypad and navigation track-pad, 5-megapixel camera with flash, video recorder and Wi-Fi and running BlackBerry 7 OS.
Source:- Engadget
Today LaCie announced that the Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series is now available for purchase. Featuring a preconfigured RAID0 striped set with 7200rpm hard drives through the 10 Gbit/s Thunderbolt interface, it delivers astonishing transfer rates of up to 251 MB/s. Now you can truly get the power of rackmount storage--in a portable solution.
Features:-
Source:- Apple
Google today announced that its Google+ social network has moved up to beta status and as a result, it's now open to everyone; so, no invitation required. They have also finally added search and made Hangouts even better! that includes Hangout for your phone but only for Android 2.3+ with front camera (iOS support coming soon), Hangouts On Air – broadcast your views in public, and number of “extras” like Screensharing, Sketchpad, Google Docs, Named hangouts. Google also added the search functionality to Google+ and improved support for SMS, +mentions, +1’ing comments in Google+ Mobile.
Hit the source link below to read more What’s New in Google+.
Source:- Google Mobile
Today, HTC officially announced the HTC Rhyme and it will be available through Verizon on September 29th for $199.99 with a new two-year contract; pre-orders starting on September 22nd.
The HTC Rhyme specs includes a 3.7-inch WVGA display, a single-core 1GHz Qualcomm CPU, running Android 2.3.4, HTC Watch, HTC Sense 3.5, a 5MP auto-focus camera with LED flash in rear and at front VGA camera, a 4GB of internal storage space, a non-removable battery, microSD expansion slot, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS.
HTC Rhyme to be available globally in October.
PRESS RELEASE:-
HTC UNVEILS HTC RHYME™, AN ELEGANT NEW PHONE
EXPERIENCEHTC Rhyme integrates sleek new design, a refreshed HTC Sense™ experience and a family of integrated accessories with advanced smartphone features
HTC Rhyme to be available globally in October; exclusively in the U.S. from Verizon Wireless in the coming weeks
NEW YORK CITY – September 20, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today unveiled HTC Rhyme™, a new kind of phone created for people who require advanced features but want a phone that is sleek and fits seamlessly into their lives. The result is the elegant HTC Rhyme that delivers a fresh approach of integrating distinct colors, HTC Sense™ and complementary accessories for a natural personal experience.“HTC Rhyme represents an entirely new approach, based on recognition that there is a substantial group of consumers who want their phones to be more personal and complimentary to every moment of their day,” said Scott Croyle, vice president of design, HTC Corporation. “HTC Rhyme is focused on delivering this through a fresh new style and experience that includes a family of innovative accessories like the HTC Rhyme Charm and Docking Station that are meant to naturally integrate into people’s lives.”
Sleek, Fresh and Stylish
HTC Rhyme offers a smart, elegant unibody design with every detail carefully crafted to deliver a unique sensory experience. The materials, the curves, and the dimensions are all designed to feel great in your hand, without sacrificing advanced features. HTC Rhyme comes in three colors: Clearwater, Hourglass and Plum, the color Verizon Wireless will be offering in the U.S.“The HTC Rhyme is an exciting new approach to the mobile lifestyle that integrates hardware, software and accessories in a unique way,” said Marni Walden, vice president and chief marketing officer for Verizon Wireless. “We believe this clean, intuitive experience and signature design is a testament to HTC’s ability to interpret what customers have said they want in a mobile device. We are thrilled to offer the HTC Rhyme exclusively on the nation’s largest, most reliable network.”
HTC Sense
HTC Rhyme is not only defined by its soft, simple design and distinct color scheme but by the refreshed HTC Sense experience. This unique twist on HTC Sense carries over the visual language of the hardware design and includes an all-new home screen that provides a clean and uncluttered way to interact with the essentials. The home screen enables quick, uncluttered previews of your appointments, messages or whatever is important to you. HTC selected custom wallpapers to offer a variety of original art to complement the HTC Rhyme experience.With a beautiful 3.7-inch WVGA, super LCD display and high-quality stereo sound, HTC Rhyme also offers advanced imaging capabilities that begin with its 5-megapixel camera that includes auto focus, power LED flash and instant shutter for capturing those memorable moments whenever they arrive. In addition, the camera features a number of photo-taking and sharing elements, including face detection, which ensures that friends are always in focus, action burst scene, which automatically takes five consecutive shots of a scene, and panoramic mode, which lets users stitch several photos for those larger-than-life views. The HTC Rhyme’s locked home screen can be customized to display the most important content, making it quick and easy to see social updates, photos, snapping a photo or the weather forecast by simply turning on the display.
HTC Rhyme makes entertainment come to life through HTC Watch, which features a wide selection of movies and TV shows that can be downloaded for instant viewing.Integrated Accessories
HTC Rhyme’s suite of accessories is designed with the same sensory focus in both function and style. Created to help you experience HTC Rhyme as a natural part of your life, the integrated accessories make your phone more personal than ever before.Availability
HTC Rhyme will be available in the coming weeks in the United States, exclusively with Verizon Wireless, and across Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific in October. In the U.S., the Docking Station, Tangle Free Headphones and Charm will be included in the box.
