Sunday, October 31, 2010

Google updates Gmail for iPhone, iPod touch

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Google has been fine-tuning its mobile in-browser Gmail experience on the iPhone andiPod touch for years, and over the course of time, the addition here and modification there has added up to a very usable inbox experience in the spirit of Gmail on the desktop, if not its identical feature sets and dimensions. 

This week's tweaks focus on iPhone and iPod touch handsets running iOS 4 in English. They nail down the design of the navigation menu, which Google has been experimenting with on its iPhone-optimized Web site for the past few weeks. Now, the toolbar is fixed in place while you scroll, rather than following after you scroll through a message or the inbox.


Google also performed some backend tune-ups on the scrolling speed to cut out the lag time between the motion of your finger and the motion of the inbox contents. We won't deny it: There's no delay.

We'll still use the email inbox on our iPhone 4, but we will say that the mobile Gmail experience is improving, one tweak and turn at a time. 
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RIM announces BlackBerry Bold 9780 with OS 6


Well, there really isn't much to set your blood racing, especially for current Bold 9700 owners who'll feel like they're looking at a twin. However, the new BlackBerry Bold 9780, due out in Asia Pacific before year-end will be the first in the Bold series to run on BlackBerry OS 6, which features a WebKit browser, enhanced multimedia capabilities and universal search. 

Design-wise, the 9780 looks exactly like the 9700, aping the same footprint, touch-sensitive trackpad and display. But it does have a higher resolution 5-megapixel camera, twice the built-in memory, and a marginally longer rated standby time. We spotted four key differences between the Bold 9780 and Bold 9700. 


BlackBerry Bold 9780BlackBerry Bold 9700
5-megapixel camera3.2-megapixel camera
512MB built-in memory256MB built-in memory
Up to 528 hours of standby; 6 hours of talktime (GSM)Up to 504 hours of standby; 6 hours of talktime (GSM)
Up to 36 hours music playback time

Meanwhile, RIM has not named specific OS 6 rollout dates for existing devices, which the company said is subject to carrier certifications. The Waterloo-based phone-maker announced earlier in August that the new operating system will be available for the Bold 9700, Bold 9650,Pearl 3G and future BlackBerry devices. 
Up to 38 hours music playback time


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Six things we still don't know about the PSP Phone

PSP Phone: Mystery device.
(Credit: Engadget)
We expected it for months, we heard rumors of its existence, and now photos have appeared seeming to confirm that a PlayStation phone is real. Such a device could simultaneously revive the flailing PSP platform and inject a truly gaming-ready smartphone into the Android ecosystem capable of competing with Apple. 

We have our wish list of features we'd like to see, but based on what we've seen thus far, details are scarce. Some tech specs have been reported, but beyond that, there's a lot we still don't know. Among the many uncertainties, several unanswered questions come to mind

  • Will this device be a PSP 2? The leaked purported PSP Phone looks a lot like a PSP Go. Will it only run old PSP games, or could the PSP 2 rumored to be coming next spring really come in two versions, one of which would be a phone? That would mirror Apple's iPhone/iPod touch dual-platform model, which has been extremely successful.
  • Will PSP gaming be possible on other Android phones? We wonder if this PSP Phone will be the only Android phone capable of playing PSP games, or if Sony will sell PSP games via a portal to other Android devices as well. Odds are the former, especially considering the physical controls--and maybe the PSP Phone will also have specific processor chips that many Android phones lack.
  • Will it enable touchscreen gaming? The PSP Phone, based on its photo, would have to have a touchscreen, yet no reports on the PSP 2 discuss touchscreen gaming. A touch interface would open up PSP gaming to the sorts of experiences that the iPhone and Nintendo DS already have.
  • Are there analog pads? The large space in the middle looks like a touch pad, but it's far more likely to be a prototype missing physical analog pads. Physical controls are what will differentiate a PSP Phone from any other gaming-capable smartphone: It needs dual-analog sticks that are real.
  • When will it be released? The PSP 2 rumors point to a spring 2011 release; will a PSP Phone debut simultaneously, or be a separate product launch? At this point, a holiday release feels too late. Spring would make more sense.
  • What is the price? The device sounds fantastic in theory, but its price needs to be competitive. The PSP Go was ripped for being too expensive, and the PS3 suffered a similar fate in its debut. The PSP Phone can't fall into the same trap and be a smash hit.


Hopefully more news will be forthcoming--then again, CES is only a few short months away.

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Samsung i8000 Omnia II

Rs. 49,500
USD 651


: Specs & Features
 Whats New?Samsung i8000 Omnia II - All-in-one. Redefined. Ultra Brilliant 3.7" AMOLED Display of Samsung i8000 Omnia II provides unmatched luminescence & vivid eye catching colors with crystal-clarity. Samsung i8000 Omnia II has got the brightest display even in direct sunlight. Touch-Optimized User Interface of Samsung i8000 Omnia II provides an optimal user experience, moreover Samsung i8000 Omnia II's 5MP camera with dual power LED takes stunning photos. All in all Samsung i8000 Omnia II is a powerfull multimedia beast.  
 Dimension118 x 59.6 x 11.9 mm  
 Weight 129 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 10 h, Stand-by Up to 430 h  
 Memory 2/8/16 GB Built-in, 256 MB RAM + microSD Card (Supports up to 32GB)  
 Connectivity Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP, USBWLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g DLNA), GPRS Class 10 (48 kbps), HSCSD, EDGE Class 10 (236.8 kbps), 3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps)  
 Display Size 480 x 800 pixels, 3.7 inches (TouchWiz 2.0 UI + Accelerometer sensor)  
 Display Colour AMOLED resistive touchscreen, 65K colors  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 (HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100)  
 BrowserHTML, Opera Browser v9.5  
 ColourBlack  
 Entertainment Stereo FM radio with RDS + FM recording, MP3/ e-AAC+/ WMA / WMDRM / OMA DRM 2.1 player, 3.5 mm audio jack, Media Gate 3D, DivX / XviD / MP4/ H.263/ H.264/ WMV player, TV-out, Find Music service, 3D interactive games , GPS + A-GPS support, Speakerphone, Pocket Office (Word, Excel,PowerPoint, OneNote, PDF viewer), Mobile Tracker  
 Camera 5 MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, face & smile detection, Video (720x480 at 30fps), 2ndary Videocall Camera  
 Ring Tones Vibration; MP3, WAV  
 Messaging SMS, MMS, Email , IM 
 Other GPS + A-GPS support, Speakerphone, Pocket Office (Word, Excel,PowerPoint, OneNote, PDF viewer), Mobile Tracker  
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Nokia E90

Rs. 50,000
USD 658




 Specs & Features
 Whats New?:::Symbian OS v9.2 S60 release 3.1, 330 Mhz ARM processor, Full QWERTY keyboard, GPS receiver (built-in maps)::: The Nokia E90 Communicator is a premium business device with high-speed mobile broadband and integratedmobile office that keeps you effective while on the move.  
 Dimension132 x 57 x 20 mm, 140 cc  
 Weight 210 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 5 h, Stand-by Up to 330 h  
 Connectivity Bluetooth v2.0, InfraredUSBGPRS, HSCSD, EDGE, 3G (HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps),WLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11b/g)  
 Display Size 800 x 352 pixels (2nd external 240 x 320 pixels)  
 Display Colour TFT, 16M colors (2nd external 16M colors display)  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
HSDPA / GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900  
 BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML  
 Camera 3.2 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, autofocus, video(VGA 30fps), flash; secondary QCIF videocall camera  
 Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging  
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Friday, October 29, 2010

Nokia C3

Rs. 11,500
USD $138
Nokia C3

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 Whats New?Nokia C3 - All you need to stay in touch
The Nokia C3 is all you need to stay in touch – The QWERTY keyboard, Wi-Fi and customisable home screen of Nokia C3 make messaging and social networking easy. Nokia C3 brings you closer to your friends and online communities with easy messaging features and a fast, reliable internet connection. With Nokia C3get live Facebook and Twitter feeds right on your home screen. Style speaks for itself, The sleek Nokia C3 feels as good as it looks with its slim design and eye-catching metallic colours.  
 Dimension115.5 x 58.1 x 13.6 mm, 63.2 cc  
 Weight 114 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 7 h, Stand-by Up to 800 h  
 OS Nokia Series 40 
 Memory 55 MB Built-in + 2GB microSD card included (supports up to 8GB) 
 Connectivity Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, USBWLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g), GPRSEDGE  
 Display Size 320 x 240 pixels, 2.4 inches  
 Display Colour TFT, 256K colors  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900  
 BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML (Opera Mini)  
 ColorsSlate Grey, Golden White, Hot Pink  
 Entertainment Stereo FM radio with RDS, 3.5 mm audio jack, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player, Flash Lite v3.0, Games  
 Camera 2 MP, 1600x1200 pixels, 4x digital ZoomVideo (QCIF 15fps)  
 Other Features Full QWERTY keyboard, Speakerphone, Voice command/dial, Organizer  
 Ring Tones Downloadable Polyphonic, MP3  
 Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM  
 Price Price in Rs: 11,500    Price in USD: $138  
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Samsung E2152

Rs. 6,050
USD $72
Samsung E2152

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 Whats New?Samsung E2152 - Harmonizing Work & Life Through Dual SIM
If you ever wanted two separate lines for work & personal use, Samsung E2152 is your chance to get organized & balanced. Control 2 SIMs in 1 handset, Both SIMs in Samsung E2152 support emails, messages & Browsing, including embedded links to Facebook, Twitter & IM services. Delivering a slim, compact form with equally stylish design, Samsung E2152 also gives you a look that goes from business to casual with utter ease. Ergonomic design of Samsung E2152 fits perfectly in the hand & is comfortable to use & hold. Samsung E2152 also has a Torch Flashlight  
 Dimension111.6 x 46.3 x 13.5 mm  
 Weight 80.4 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 11 h, Stand-by Up to 660 h  
 Memory 1000 phonebook entries, 300 SMS memory + microSD Card (supports up to 2GB) 
 Connectivity Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, USBGPRS Class 10 (448 kbps), EDGE Class 10 (236.8 kbps)  
 Display Size 128 x 160 pixels, 2.0 inches  
 Display Colour TFT, 256K colors  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
SIM 1: GSM 900 / 1800, SIM 2: GSM 900 / 1800  
 BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML  
 ColorsBlack  
 Entertainment Stereo FM radio with RDS, FM recording, MP3/eAAC+/WAV player, MP4/H.264player, Facebook, Twitter, Games (downloadable)  
 Camera VGA, 640x480 pixels, 4X Digital ZoomVideo (128x160 15fps)  
 Other Features Dual SIM (dual standby), Speakerphone, Flashlight Torch, Voice memo,Organizer  
 Ring Tones Downloadable, Polyphonic, mp3  
 Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, IM  
 Price Price in Rs: 6,050    Price in USD: $72  
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Sony Ericsson Satio Idou


Rs. 38,700
USD $463

Sony Ericsson Satio Idou

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 Whats New?Sony Ericsson Satio - Widescreen Wonder with Magic Touch(Idou) - 
Sony Ericsson Satio Get set for entertainment beyond your most colorful dreams.Sony Ericsson Satio combines incredible technology & style & comes with a 12.1 megapixel camera. Talk with pictures. Tap directly into your favorite music and movies using the unique touch panels of Sony Ericsson Satio. Use the amazing touchscreen camera feature to focus and make every photo first class with Sony Ericsson Satio. With the Sony Ericsson Satio, all your favorite stuff is just a touch away. Tap directly into TV seriesmobile videos & music via the ingenious full-touch media menu on this amazing entertainment phone.  
 Dimension112 x 55 x 13 mm  
 Weight 126 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 11 h Stand-by Up to 360 h  
 OS Symbian Series 60, 5th edition 
 Memory 128 MB Built-in, 256 MB RAM + 8GB microSD Card included (supports up to32GB
 Processor ARM Cortex A8 600 MHz, PowerVR SGX graphics 
 Connectivity Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP, USBWLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g DLNA), GPRS Class 10 (48 kbps), EDGE Class 10 (236.8 kbps), 3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps, HSUPA 3.6 Mbps)  
 Display Size 3.5 inches, 360 x 640 pixels (Accelerometer sensor, Proximity sensor)  
 Display Colour TFT touchscreen, 16M colors  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 (HSDPA 900 / 2100)  
 BrowserWAP 2.0/HTML, RSS reader  
 ColorsBlack, Silver, Bordeaux  
 Entertainment Stereo FM radio, WMV/RV/MP4/3GP video player, MP3/WMA/WAV/RA/AAC/M4Amusic player, Games (built-in + downloadable)  
 Camera 12 MP, 4000 x 3000 pixels, Digital zoom up to 16x, autofocus, xenon flashLED flash, Video (WVGA 30fps, via software update), Touch focus, geo-tagging, face & smile detection, 2ndary VGA videocall camera  
 Other Features GPS + A-GPS support, Google maps, Speakerphone, Gesture control,  
 Ring Tones Downloadable polyphonic, MP3, AAC  
 Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, IM  
 Price Price in Rs: 38,700    Price in USD: $463  
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Sony Ericsson Aino

Sony Ericsson Aino
Rs. 30,800
USD $369

Sony Ericsson Aino


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 Whats New?Sony Ericsson Aino - The Entertainment Machine
Get all the entertainment you’ve ever craved on the beautifully crafted Sony Ericsson Aino phone. Sony Ericsson Aino is beautifully crafted for mobileentertainment media with a Bluetooth headset, and PlayNow movies, music & games. Designed to match your life, you can pack the Sony Ericsson Aino full of your favourite music, photos, films and podcasts. Then take your mobileentertainment everywhere you go to enjoy on stunning 3” touch screen of yourSony Ericsson Aino Discover what’s possible when you use your Sony Ericsson Aino to control and access your PlayStation®3.  
 Dimension104 x 50 x 15.5 mm  
 Weight 134 g  
 Battery Talk time Up to 13 h, Stand-by Up to 380 h, Music play Up to 31 h  
 Memory 55 MB Built-in + 8GB microSD Card included (supports up to 32GB) 
 Connectivity Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP, USBWLAN (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g DLNA), GPRS Class 10 (48 kbps), EDGE Class 10 (236.8 kbps), 3G (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps, HSUPA 2 Mbps)  
 Display Size 240 x 432 pixels, 3.0 inches (Accelerometer sensor + Limited touchscreen functionality)  
 Display Colour TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors  
 Operating
 Frequency / Band 
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 (HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100)  
 BrowserWAP 2.0/HTML (NetFront 3.5), RSS reader  
 ColorsObsidian Black, Luminous White  
 Entertainment Stereo FM radio with RDS, MP3/AAC/MP4 player, YouTube & Facebook apps,Remote play for Playstation 3, SensMe, Motion-based Games (built-in + downloadable)  
 Camera 8.1 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flashVideo (VGA 30fps), Touch focus, geo-tagging, face detection, video stabilizer, videocalling  
 Other Features GPS + A-GPS support, Wayfinder NavigatorGoogle Maps, Speakerphone (stereo speakers), Organizer, Voice memo  
 Ring Tones Downloadable polyphonic, MP3, AAC  
 Messaging SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email  
 Price Price in Rs: 30,800    Price in USD: $369  
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