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  • HTC Confirms devices holding data, promises quick fix

    HTC Confirms devices holding data, promises quick fix

    HTC has confirmed after inspecting the security vulnerability that surfaced over the weekend, that allows any app requesting internet access to take a peek at a user account information, GPS location, system logs, and other potentially private data. They have issued a statement on the same which is below. Check it out.

     

     

    HTC Public Statement

    HTC takes claims related to the security of our products very seriously. In our ongoing investigation into this recent claim, we have concluded that while this HTC software itself does no harm to customers’ data, there is a vulnerability that could potentially be exploited by a malicious third-party application. A third party malware app exploiting this or any other vulnerability would potentially be acting in violation of civil and criminal laws. So far, we have not learned of any customers being affected in this way and would like to prevent it by making sure all customers are aware of this potential vulnerability.

    HTC is working very diligently to quickly release a security update that will resolve the issue on affected devices. Following a short testing period by our carrier partners, the patch will be sent over-the-air to customers, who will be notified to download and install it. We urge all users to install the update promptly. During this time, as always, we strongly urge customers to use caution when downloading, using, installing and updating applications from untrusted sources.

    [Engadget]

  • Microsoft releases a Hotmail Android App

    Microsoft releases a Hotmail Android App

    Microsoft has announed and launched a hotmail Android App with dual way syncing for email contacts and calendar. Adding some interesting features in the app.

    • Automatically categorize incoming mail as newsletters.
    • Unsubscribe to whole newsletters
    • Flagged messages will on top of the inbox
    • Manage and edit folders 
    • Apply categories to individual emails
  • New Galaxy Tab Case comes with a Bicycle (PR)

    New Galaxy Tab Case comes with a Bicycle (PR)

    Samsung UK has teamed up with  14 Bike Co to bring the world the Samsung Galaxy bicycle to the world. The bike will come with a custom paint job and a carbon fibre holder for the Galaxy Tab. 

    Read the PR below , Samsung Galaxy Bike anyone?

     

     

    [toggle title_open=”Press Release” title_closed=”Press Release” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]SAMSUNG UNVEILS THE ULTIMATE WAY TO TRANSPORT THE GALAXY TAB 10.1

    29th September 2011, London, UK – Today, Samsung UK unveils the ultimate Galaxy Tab 10.1 accessory having collaborated with bespoke bike manufacturer, 14 Bike Co to create a custom made road bike and top of the range Tablet holder. Demonstrating the Galaxy Tab 10.1’s ‘lighter for performance’ ethos the Tab holder is designed by F1 manufacturers, is super light at 125g and is complete with a super strong premium finish.

    The Galaxy Tab 10.1 features a 10.1 inch crystal clear WXGA TFT LCD screen, weighs only 565 grams and is the world’s thinnest mobile tablet of its screen size measuring just 8.6 millimetres. Such features are complemented by the special edition bike’s bespoke handling and elements of the tab have been used to influence the overall bike design.

    The stunning hand built steel frame pedal bike boasts a striking custom paint job exposing sleek black paint on one side and cool white paint on the opposite, reflecting the colours the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is available in. The detachable Tab holder positioned in the triangular frame is made from quality Carbon fibre featuring the same Carbon specification used on F1 cars and has a fantastic strength to weight ratio. This means the holder is light yet robust – making it perfect for moving your Tab 10.1 with ease and in style.

    Accessible from the side, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 holder allows for the device to be used easily whilst on the move. Applications such as dashboards tracking mileage, route planners and repair instructions for punctures, can be downloaded from the Android Marketplace to enhance everyday cycling routes or more adventurous trips – a handy addition for any cyclist.

    14 Bike Co is a specialist bespoke bike manufacturer that intends to push modern British bike manufacturing back into the limelight. They use the highest quality materials, some of the best people in the industry and offer one of the widest varieties of bike designs.[/toggle]

  • Windows Phone 7.5 ‘Mango’ update being pushed from today

    Windows Phone 7.5 ‘Mango’ update being pushed from today

    Microsoft has already started seeding the Mango 7.5 builds of Windows phone to existing device holders.  The company’s eager to do a much more efficient job , considering they wern’t able to do it properly during the NoDo update.

    As far as supported devices go, According to MS almost all phones are covered in their update schedule. The new update brings over 500 new features and additionally allows users to install apps from third party developers without the need of sideloading them. Microsoft confirmed that Internet Sharing — the long-awaited mobile hotspot functionality — will not be available for existing devices. Which may be a big deal breaker for some users.

  • Google Puts on its Party Hat for its 13th Birthday

    Google Puts on its Party Hat for its 13th Birthday

    Google’s new doodle celebrates the 13th birthday of the internet search engine giant. The Search engine giant has had a brilliant 13 years growing bigger and bigger each year. A few of the things Google celebrates on its 13th Birthday are 

    • Android
    • Search Engine
    • Gmail
    • Google Apps for Business
    • Adsense
    • Google Chrome
    Although Google has been mostly successful and has given a lot back to the world by letting most of its services go free to the masses. Where would the internet be today without the likes of Google, Right?
    Google has had its failures too – Wave, Buzz, Nexus One, Google TV and most importantly the bunch of companies it bought and shut down. But hey, who cares about failures when your achievement portfolio is stronger than ever.
  • Broadcom launches new NFC payment chips (PR)

    Broadcom has released a new design of NFC chips for mobile payment platforms. The 40nm-based chips are smaller and are reportedly the most power efficient solution currently available to device makers. The products use 40% fewer components on a 40% smaller surface area and consume 90% less power than earlier models. 

    The new Chips use “Maestro middleware” that allows developers to create NFC apps with support for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. 

    Broadcom is committed to making NFC as ubiquitous as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are today, These solutions provide the features and performance that enable disruptive innovation that will reshape consumer experience.”

    -Broadcom vice president and general manager Craig Ochikubo

     

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    Broadcom Introduces First NFC Chips in 40 NM to Drive Next Generation of Mobile Payments and Consumer Electronic Connectivity

    Industry’s Smallest and Most Power Efficient NFC Solution with Seamless Connectivity to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Opens Doors for Next Evolution of Wireless Innovation

     

    News Highlights
    New BCM2079x solutions are the industry’s first near field communications (NFC) chips manufactured in 40 nm CMOS process for smaller size and the industry’s lowest power consumption
    Supports multiple embedded secure elements and/or SIM cards for contactless payment and secure applications.
    Enables simplified connectivity with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for new innovations in device-to-device data/video transfer, pairing and connections

     

    BEIJING, Sept. 26, 2011 – P&T Expo Comm – Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, today unveiled a new family of NFC chips designed to drive the mass deployment of NFC in consumer electronics devices. With a powerful combination of power, size and functional requirements, the new chips provide the advanced capabilities required by OEMs to ignite NFC adoption in consumer electronics. Visit Broadcom.com for more news from the show.

     

    Manufactured in 40 nm CMOS technology, the new Broadcom® BCM2079x family slashes power consumption by more than 90 percent, uses 40 percent fewer components and has a 40 percent smaller board area, making it the smallest and most power efficient NFC solution on the market. The NFC controllers are platform agnostic with support for multiple secure elements or SIM cards – or both at the same time. In addition, Broadcom’s advanced MaestroTM middleware allows new NFC applications to utilize Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities in the device to spur new innovations in user interface and media sharing.

     

    An accelerated adoption of NFC could transform the use of smartphones, advancing beyond contactless mobile payments and ticketing to enable radically simplified connectivity between the handset and other devices like Bluetooth headsets and Wi-Fi-enabled digital televisions. The proliferation of NFC has the ability to expand the usefulness of smartphones and inspire a range of new applications built on the ability to create simple, secure connections between devices and enable services with a touch of the phone.

     

    Technology Advantages:

     

    Reduces power consumption:

     

    o Low power target detection mode, which leverages Broadcom’s innovative low-power techniques, reduces polling power consumption by more than 90 percent for longer battery life
    o Support for field power harvesting allows the chip to draw energy from the environment so it can support transactions even if the phone battery has expired

     

    Reduces board space requirements and design complexity:
    o Industry’s smallest size chip integrates more external components, reducing total solution bill of materials (BOM) costs
    o Easily pairs with Broadcom’s InConcert® BCM4330 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and FM combo chip for comprehensive connectivity solution
    o Complete Broadcom software stack including MaestroTM middleware rounds out end-to-end solution for reduced design complexity, creative connectivity options and faster time to market

     

    Provides support and flexibility for all business models and future wireless innovation:
    o Only NFC controller to integrate transaction-based Application ID (AID) routing for simultaneous support of multiple secure elements (both SIM and non-SIM) within a single device
    o Multiple SWP (single wire protocol) interfaces allow for standards-based SIM and embedded secure element integration
    o Broadcom is also working closely with the NFC Forum to define and drive standards to ensure interoperability with other NFC devices

     

    Craig Ochikubo, VP and GM, Wireless Personal Area Networks, Broadcom Corporation
    “Broadcom is committed to making NFC as ubiquitous as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are today. These solutions provide the features and performance that enable disruptive innovation that will reshape the mobile consumer experience. Our leadership and proficiency in wireless connectivity influenced the architecture of these new chips to meet the performance required by OEMs, allowing them to more easily add NFC to their designs.”

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  • Amazon Tablets to possibly launch on Sept 28th Press conference

    Amazon Tablets to possibly launch on Sept 28th Press conference

    Amazon’s holding a press conference on Wednesday, September 28th in New York. There is no information on what is expected. But the amount of talks of the tablets from Amazon, will lead anyone to believe that the launch will happen the same day. 

    Specific rumors have been pointing at a touchscreen version of the Kindle that runs on Android. Others say its a full fledged tablet, this will still be called Kindle or Kindle Tab.

    Either way we wont know till we know, and we will tell you first!

  • Exclusive : MSI will give a copy of DIRT 3 free with all MSI AMD graphic cards. (PR)

    Exclusive : MSI will give a copy of DIRT 3 free with all MSI AMD graphic cards. (PR)

    MSI is pushing out its AMD based graphic cards in India, to make them a little more attractive the company is offering free Gaming coupons for Dirt 3 to go along with any AMD based graphics card that you purchase from MSI.

    Here is what MSI says

    • Free DiRT3 gaming coupons with purchase of every AMD based MSI graphic cards
    • AMD  R6670 and above will be considered
    • Scheme valid from 20th Sept to Oct 10th

     

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    DiRT3 Gaming coupons for MSI AMD Graphic Cards

     

     

     

      • Free DiRT3 gaming coupons with purchase of every AMD based MSI graphic cards

      • AMD  R6670 and above will be considered

      • Scheme valid from 20th Sept to Oct 10th

     

     

     

     

     

    NEW DELHI, Sept 21, 2011 — MSI, a leading brand of Tablets, Notebooks, Motherboards & Graphic cards in the world has commenced a new scheme to attract customers. The scheme will be applicable on AMD based MSI Graphic Cards from Sept 20 to Oct 10, 2011.

     

    Under this special scheme, every customer would be provided with a free DiRT3 coupon when he buys AMD based MSI Graphic Card above R6670 available in the market. Offer is valid till stocks last.

     

     

     

    About MSI:

     

     

     

    Founded in August 1986, MSI (Micro Star International) is a world-class leading company specializes in the design and manufacture of mainboards, graphic cards and notebooks. MSI is now the world No.1 graphic card manufacturer and in the Top-3 in mainboards. According to Displaybank, MSI was the No.4 Netbook supplier in 2008 and being ranked as Top 10 NB Brand in the worldwide market based on shipments. MSI Computer India Pvt. Ltd. initiated its local presence as a licensed office in 2005 and has become a fully functional subsidiary in 2007.

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  • G’FIVE Launches new Compression Technology to Fit tons of media on cards and Mobile phones with 1000s of games (PR)

    G’FIVE Launches new Compression Technology to Fit tons of media on cards and Mobile phones with 1000s of games (PR)

    G’FIVE has blown a loud whistle on this one, launching a new media compression technology based in their new mobile phone devices, G’FIVE Movie King E680, E650 and E620 models come with a 4GB data card preloaded with 20 full-length movies, 20 ringtones and 5 FTV videos.( FTV Videos ? – Really!). 

    As per the regional preferences, the content has been customized into four different movie packs – North, South, East and West. Each pack is a combination of movies from different languages in the region. For example, the North pack includes Hindi, Punjabi and Bhojpuri movies (blockbuster hits like Singh is King, Rock On, Pardes, Taal, Wakeup Sid, Bhool Bhulaiya etc.)

    The G’FIVE Movie King E680
    • dual-SIM dual standby 
    • 5.5 cm (2.2”) QVGA display
    • dual camera
    • built-in Yamaha amplifier
    • FM radio player
    • music player
    • video player
    • 3.5 mm universal audio jack
    • short range wireless connectivity
    The G’FIVE Movie King E620 has all of the above plus analog TV reception.

     

    G’FIVE Movie King E650 on the other hand is a stylish flip phone with touch screen, and a bigger 6 cm (2.4”) QVGA display.

     

    The company also launched the new G’FIVE G20 gaming phone which comes preloaded with 1000 video games from the family of 16-bit games like Mario, Contra, Tetris, Goonies, Battle City etc, the handset comes bundled with a gaming console which is akin to the remote control of other gaming devices. (read here Xbox controller)

     

    The G’FIVE G20
    • dual-SIM dual standby 
    • gaming simulator with 1000 games
    • 6 cm (2.4”) QVGA display
    • dual memory card slot
    • analog TV
    • built-in Yamaha amplifier
    • 3.5 mm audio jack
    • music player and audio player 
    • short range wireless connectivity.

    Read the Full PR Below

     

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    G’FIVE innovates for the masses yet again!

     

    Introduces new compression technology breakthrough & gaming wonders

     

    Launches Movie King series that has 20 full-length blockbuster movies, 20 ringtones & 5 FTV videos preloaded in a 4GB card onlyThe gaming model comes preloaded with 1000 video games & a console

     

    New Delhi, September 10 , 2011: G’FIVE Mobile, one of the top 10 mobile phone brands globally (as per Gartner’s Worldwide Mobile Device Sales to End Users in 2Q10); the second largest selling mobile phone brand in India (as per the IDC’s India Quarterly Mobile Handsets Tracker, 3Q 2010); and also the fastest growing mobile phone brand in India (as per V&D 100, June 2011)   today announced the launch and availability of its new compression technology breakthrough and gaming wonders.

     

    The new G’FIVE Movie King E680, E650 and E620 models come with a 4GB data card preloaded with 20 full-length movies, 20 ringtones and 5 FTV videos. These are very innovative products that can play high resolution good quality videos in a very compressed format. As per the regional preferences, the content has been customized into four different movie packs – North, South, East and West. Each pack is a combination of movies from different languages in the region. For example, the North pack includes Hindi, Punjabi and Bhojpuri movies (blockbuster hits like Singh is King, Rock On, Pardes, Taal, Wakeup Sid, Bhool Bhulaiya etc.)

     

    G’FIVE G20, the new gaming wonder from the brand, comes preloaded with 1000 video games from the most popular family of 16-bit games like Mario, Contra, Tetris, Goonies, Battle City etc. To further enhance customer’s gaming experience, the handset comes bundled with a gaming console which is akin to the remote control of other gaming devices.

     

    Mr. Arshit Pathak, Managing Director, Kingtech Electronics India Private Limited, a group Company of G’FIVE International, said, “Industry innovations are largely restricted to high end or smart phone category and not much has been done for the mass category which is over 60% of the market. We, as a mass market brand are committed enhance consumer experience in this category. G’Five has consistently offered innovative compelling products at most competitive price. In the last 6 months we have launched several innovative models like the projector phone. During Cricket World Cup, we launched a complete range of TV phones, so that our consumers can enjoy their Cricket telecast anywhere. We also launched a 2G phone with video chat, hitherto a feature available only on 3G phones and service. The latest in our series of innovation for the mass market are the Movie King range and the gaming phone targeted at those desiring non-stop entertainment on the go.”

     

     

     

    The G’FIVE Movie King E680 is a dual-SIM dual standby handset which comes with a 5.5 cm (2.2”) QVGA display and multimedia features like dual camera, built-in Yamaha amplifier for surround-sound effect, FM radio player, music player, video player, a 3.5 mm universal audio jack besides short range wireless connectivity. The G’FIVE Movie King E620 has all of this coupled with analog TV feature as well. While the G’FIVE Movie King E650 is a stylish flip phone with touch screen, and a bigger 6 cm (2.4”) QVGA display.

     

    The G’FIVE G20 gaming phone is also a dual-SIM dual standby phone loaded with multiple features. It has a gaming simulator with 1000 games, 6 cm (2.4”) QVGA display, dual memory card slot, analog TV, built-in Yamaha amplifier, universal 3.5 mm audio jack, music player and audio player besides short range wireless connectivity.

     

    “We strongly believe that the benefit of the technology should not be limited to a few but must be available to the masses. Our business philosophy is to make technology affordable to the common people. We not only are offering compelling products at a most competitive price but we have also set up widest after sales service network in the country. We have over 500 fully operational after sales service centers across the country and we do offer a warranty of 500 days against the industry standard of 365 days,” adds Mr. Pathak.

     

    Owing to the immense value for money proposition that the brand brings across for the customer via its in-house design and development facilities and manufacturing facilities in China, resulting in economies of scale and therefore affordability sans any compromise on aesthetics and features, G’Five has become the most exported brand of mobile phones out of China ever since its inception seven years back.

     

    Some other innovations introduced by the brand for the very first time in the market include marathon battery for really long talk time and standby time (up to 2200 mAh), steel body, super-slim design etc. Select models from the brand are loaded with top-of-the-line features like IPTV, push mail, triple SIM (GSM + GSM + CDMA), dual LED torch, expandable memory up to 16 GB, voice changer, motion sensor / song changer, flip form factor with QWERTY keypad, navigation wheel, butterfly lights etc.

     

     

     

    G’FIVE mobile has made large investments into R&D, product design and manufacturing facilities and always shares the benefits it accrues because of economies of scale with its customers. Also the capabilities it has built to launch new models at the shortest possible time keep it ahead of the competition. It has already launched over 300 mobile phone models and has the capabilities to spin out 2 new exciting models every week from its labs into the market.

     

    Along with Android mobile phones and tablet PCs, G’FIVE has ambitious plans for launching other consumer electronic products in 2011 as well, including net books, laptops, music boxes etc. All of these shall provide G’FIVE users with a comprehensive spectrum of products and essentially, a splendid user eco-system and digital experience.

     

    About G’FIVE International

     

    G’FIVE has presence in more than 180 countries including China, Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan Dubai, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Congo, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Mexico and Bulgaria besides other emerging markets. Established in 2003, G’FIVE International now has multiple factories and assembly line operations based out of Shenzhen, China with a global operation center in Hongkong.

     

     

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  • iTwin’s filesharing USB officially allows Mac OS and Windows to share files.

    The new iTwin USB dongles allow users to share files via USB between Mac and PC, now with Apple’s blessings.  iTwin is a double-sided splittable USB plug that allows you to remotely access files over the web under AES encryption with 256-bit secure coding. it will work between all combinations of 2 PC, 1 Mac 1 PC and 2 Macs.

    Price is INR 5000 or US $ 99.

     

    Check out official video below!

     

     

  • Intel: Ivy Bridge GPU will support resolutions upto 4096px x 2304 lines

    Intel: Ivy Bridge GPU will support resolutions upto 4096px x 2304 lines

    The next version of the Sandy bridge platform is called the IVY Bridge, and apart from being faster and smaller the chipset will also bring a refreshed change to the number of pixels on ones display.

    This platform will support resolutions in excess of 4000 px (maximum of 4,096 x 4,096) a big up from WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) limitation of its Sandy Bridge. This will open up doors to high level video editing and detailed graphical elements.

    [VR-Zone]

  • HP’s 7 inch Touchpad Leaked, only after HP stops making them

    HP’s 7 inch Touchpad Leaked, only after HP stops making them

    HP recently announced that it would stop making Touchpads and other WebOS devices. Earlier known as the Touchpad G the 7inch device has come into existence on a chinese forum. A 7 inch tablet with a 4:3 aspect ratio is a first by itself. 

    This one also has 2 cameras and an NFC chip. The funny thing however is , that we don’t know whether or not HP will actually launch the WebOS based Tablet.

    [ZooPDA]

  • iPhone 4s shows up on AT&T’s employee database

    iPhone 4s shows up on AT&T’s employee database

    Not only is is an iPhone 4S but its a white iPhone 4S. Thats right a new SKU has been found on the AT&T employee database in the US. ATT&T is the primary partner since the initial launch of the iPhone back in 2007.  An employee found the AT&T’s internal system, listing the “iPhone 4s White” along with the usual Apple devices.

    The interesting part of this whole mystery is that a black version is nowhere to be found. Does that mean – Apple is taking out a Special edition iPhone 4 which will be available in white only. Or does it mean that the next budget iPhone 4 will also be available in white from launch. 

    Questions ….. questions….!

  • Sony PS Vita announced, with live Augmented Reality Gaming and 3 Hour battery

    Sony PS Vita announced, with live Augmented Reality Gaming and 3 Hour battery

    Yes it has been days since the new Sony PS vita was announced to be launched in December in Japan, then came the news of Reality Fighters, a game exclusive to the Sony Playstation Vita that uses real time Aug reality to form players and scenarios for gaming.

    But the low down that has come today is the battery life f the new PS vita. where most PSPs of today rake in about 3.5 to 5.5 hours of play time depending on game type and battery size. The PS Vita (has the same processing abilities as a full blown PS3) will have a gaming battery life of 3-5 hours a 10-20% lower life than the previous model.

    Game On?

  • Microsoft Metro Apps Shown in a Video

    Microsoft Metro Apps Shown in a Video

    Windows is using videos to get users accustomed to the new OS. With over 3 million Downloads. the new Windows 8 is gathering a lot of attention. Check out the full video of it in action below

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