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App a Day: Waze |Social Maps for iOS, Android, Symbian, Windows Mobile and Blackberry
Waze. The new social navigation app which provides you with real-time traffic updates as well as turn-by-turn navigation. The app is really fun to use and comes with a host of features. Since the maps are crowd-sourced, they’re always up to date and accurate in areas where google maps fail. The social aspect of the app comes from its ability to create local traffic groups, which help all drivers in the group by providing traffic updates, accident reports, speed trap data etc.

The app is more of a game than a navigation app as it has a PAC-MANesque interface that has little dots that your car can gobble up while you drive, you also have toffees that appear from time to time for extra points. If you’re in an area where there are no maps or the maps are wrong, you can re-map them by switching to dozer mode, which turns your car into a bull-dozer so you can pave your own road! This is a great feature and the first time we’ve seen a navigation app providing this level of detail. A full feature list of the app is below.

NAVIGATION FEATURES:
- Voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation
- Live crowdsourced traffic information
- Real-time monitoring of road conditions and automatic re-routing as conditions on the road change
- Alternative route options
- Notification when approaching police traps and speed cams
- Learns and personalizes your preferred routes
- Free, community-updated map
SOCIAL DRIVING FEATURES:
- Road reports from nearby drivers – speed cams, police traps, accidents hazards and more, with the ability to add a photo to your report
- Ability to create or join local driving groups
- See your Facebook friends on the map
- Check in via Foursquare to earn the ‘Road Warrior’ badge
- Fun avatars to choose from
- Ability to ‘ping’ other wazers
- Twitter integration to share your road reports
- ‘Road goodies’ for extra points, scoreboard, plus other cool geo-gaming elements
SAFETY AND OTHER FEATURES:
- Typing disabled while car is in motion
- Voice-alerts when approaching a hazard
- Automatic shut-down after 10 minutes of no movement to preserve battery life
You can download the app from the following links. Remember to join the iGyaan Waze group called iGTraffic.

Waze – Social GPS navigation, traffic & road reports – Waze Inc.

For all other devices, visit http://m.waze.com from your mobile browser. The Blackberry version is still in Beta and does not have the full feature set.
May 14, 2011
Samsung announces DDR 2.0 NAND Flash Chips Boasting 3x Performance Gain

Samsung announced that is is going to be producing DDR (Double Data Rate) 2.0 NAND flash memory chips based on its smallest 20 nanometer architecture. The chips boast a doubling in memory storage upto 64GB and a performance increase of upto three times, over their current DDR 1.0 technology.

These chips will be used extensivly in mobile devices like Smartphones, Tablets and SSDs. Equipped with a toggleable DDR 2.0 interface the new 64 GB chips can transmit data at speeds of upto 400 Mbit/sec. DDR 2.0 provides a ten times increase in performance from the current 40 Mbit/sec DDR 1.0 interface. It also triples the performance over current toggleable DDR 1.0 chips which have a throughput of 133 Mbit/sec.

May 14, 2011
Pioneer Attacks the Surface with the Discussion Table
Microsofts Surface has already arrived in India, but is still not mainstream, with the initial instances of the product in early 2008, the Surface has still not made it to homes and offices as it dreamed. But looks like Pioneer has an answer. Enter : The Discussion Table.

Launching in Japan in JULY this Table has pretty interesting specs
- 52-inch, 1920 × 1080, multitouch glass slab
- Core i7 processor and 6GB of RAM
- Windows 7 and an interface called SCHEDA
- Ability to wirelessly pull content from laptops, tablets, smartphones and cameras
- Document to digital doc Scanner
- The table is also tele-conference enabled
[Pioneer]
May 12, 2011
HP Launches Elite L2201x Superslim 22 inch Monitor
Hp along with various other notebook and tablet announcements, has also announced the new Elite L2201x Monitor
- LED-backlit display
- 0.4-inches thick
- 1920 x 1080 display
- 5000:1 contrast ratio
- DisplayPort
- Priced at $250
[HP]
May 11, 2011
Microsoft Acquires Skype for US $8.5 billion (PR)

Microsoft and Skype have made it official , The Mega Software/Hardware giant has acquired the Video Chat mega-enterprise for a whopping 8.5 Billion (Yes BILLION) US dollars. There is also a mention of XBOX and Kinect Support.

The other important aspect of the acquisition is that non-MS users (existing Skype users) will not be affected in any way with the acquisition.

According to data: Skype was first sold to eBay in 2005 for 2.5$ Billion US who in turn sold it for 2.75 Billion US $ to Silver Lake. The deal is expected to close by the end of this year and you can read Microsofts and Skype’s full announcement below.

PRESS RELEASE

Microsoft to Acquire Skype

Combined companies will benefit consumers, businesses and increase market opportunity.

REDMOND, Wash., and LUXEMBOURG – May 10, 2011 – Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: “MSFT”) and Skype Global S.à r.l today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire Skype, the leading Internet communications company, for $8.5 billion in cash from the investor group led by Silver Lake. The agreement has been approved by the boards of directors of both Microsoft and Skype.

The acquisition will increase the accessibility of real-time video and voice communications, bringing benefits to both consumers and enterprise users and generating significant new business and revenue opportunities. The combination will extend Skype’s world-class brand and the reach of its networked platform, while enhancing Microsoft’s existing portfolio of real-time communications products and services.

With 170 million connected users and over 207 billion minutes of voice and video conversations in 2010, Skype has been a pioneer in creating rich, meaningful connections among friends, families and business colleagues globally. Microsoft has a long-standing focus and investment in real-time communications across its various platforms, including Lync (which saw 30 percent revenue growth in Q3), Outlook, Messenger, Hotmail and Xbox LIVE.

Skype will support Microsoft devices like Xbox and Kinect, Windows Phone and a wide array of Windows devices, and Microsoft will connect Skype users with Lync, Outlook, Xbox Live and other communities. Microsoft will continue to invest in and support Skype clients on non-Microsoft platforms.

“Skype is a phenomenal service that is loved by millions of people around the world,” said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. “Together we will create the future of real-time communications so people can easily stay connected to family, friends, clients and colleagues anywhere in the world.”

Skype will become a new business division within Microsoft, and Skype CEO Tony Bates will assume the title of president of the Microsoft Skype Division, reporting directly to Ballmer.

“Microsoft and Skype share the vision of bringing software innovation and products to our customers,” said Tony Bates. “Together, we will be able to accelerate Skype’s plans to extend our global community and introduce new ways for everyone to communicate and collaborate,” Bates said.

“Tony Bates has a great track record as a leader and will strengthen the Microsoft management team. I’m looking forward to Skype’s talented global workforce bringing its insights, ideas and experience to Microsoft,” Ballmer said.

Speaking on behalf of the investor group that sold Skype to Microsoft, Egon Durban, managing director of Silver Lake, said: “We are thrilled with Skype’s transformation during the period of our ownership and grateful for the extraordinary commitment of its management team and employees. We are excited about Skype’s long-term future with Microsoft, as it is poised to become one of the world’s most dynamic and comprehensive communications platforms.”

Founded in 2003, Skype was acquired by eBay in September 2005, and then acquired by an investment group led by Silver Lake in November 2009. Skype has made impressive progress over the past 18 months under Silver Lake’s leadership, increasing monthly calling minutes by 150 percent, developing new revenue streams and strategic partnerships, acquiring the intellectual property powering its peer-to-peer network, and recruiting an outstanding senior management team.

Other members of the selling investor group led by Silver Lake include eBay International AG, CPP Investment Board, Joltid Limited in partnership with Europlay Capital Advisors; and Andreessen Horowitz.

The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. The parties hope to obtain all required regulatory clearances during the course of this calendar year.

About Skype
Skype is communications software whose purpose is to break down barriers to communication. With an Internet-connected device, families, friends and colleagues can get together for free with messaging, voice and video. At low cost, they can also call landlines or mobiles virtually anywhere in the world. Skype has recently introduced group video, allowing groups of more than two people to do things together whenever they’re apart.

Founded in 2003 and based in Luxembourg. Skype can be downloaded onto computers, mobile phones and other connected devices for free.

May 10, 2011
Windows Phone 7 New Mango Update features revealed
Microsoft’s upcoming “Mango” update is the next exciting thing for all Windows Phone 7 users. Win dowsphonesecrets.com revealed the new features of the upcoming update and they seem to be adding quite a few interesting things.
- Bing Audio, which will identify songs by listening to music
- Bing Vision, which will provide barcode scanning + Camera assisted search
- Turn-by-turn navigation in Bing Maps
- Speech recognition support in messaging
- Native podcast player
May 10, 2011
HP Announces the new Pavilion dv4, New Envy 14 with Sandy Bridge, revamped Mini 210
Just like the business series, HP has also revamped an announced new range of Consumer series laptops. The New Pavilion DV4 has been revamped with new mesh color options, a newer multicore processor and the price is set at just 600$

The Mini 210 also has new features
- Seamless touchpad
- Edge-to-edge 10.1-inch display
- Six-cell Battery = 8.8 hours of battery life
- Beats Audio
- $300 Starting Price
Envy 14 has been updated with
- Sandy Bridge Processors
- USB 3.0
- Optical sensors to analyze your multitouch gestures
- Price starting $1000
Press Release

HP Brings Style, Performance and Portability to Notebook PCs
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 9, 2011 – HP today expanded its notebook PC line with products and services that provide an optimal combination of sleek style, ultra-portability and high performance to deliver an outstanding mobile experience.
The company also launched HP DataPass, a pre-paid 3G mobile broadband service available in the U.S. across HP’s business notebook lineup and expanded HP Beats Audio technology to a business notebook and consumer Mini PC.
HP furthered its FORGE business notebook design framework with the HP ProBook m-series and EliteBook p-series models and built upon its MUSE consumer notebook design philosophy with the HP Mini 210, Pavilion dv4 and ENVY 14.

New products and services include:
– Less than 1-inch thin, the HP ProBook 5330m features a dual-tone color scheme, brushed aluminum chassis and backlit keyboard and is HP’s first business notebook to offer BeatsTM Audio, which allows listeners to hear music the way the artist intended.
– HP’s smallest and lightest EliteBook at only 3.68 pounds, the newly designed HP EliteBook 2560p includes a 12.5-inch diagonal high- definition (HD) display, high-performance Intel® processor, and is the only notebook in the industry with an integrated optical drive in this form factor.
– The redesigned HP Mini 210 sports vibrant new colors, HP Beats Audio and HP QuickWeb 3.0, creating an ideal mobile companion for on-the-go consumers.
– HP DataPass is a pre-paid 3G mobile broadband service that allows users to purchase wireless broadband data using major mobile carriers in the U.S. without being tied down by contracts, hotspots and set-up fees.

HP ProBook 5330m – thin, stylish and affordable
Designed for savvy business professionals who value style, performance and affordability, the HP ProBook 5330m measures less than 1-inch thick, weighs 3.9 pounds and sports a 13.3-inch diagonal HD screen for exceptional portability. It also includes a backlit keyboard, making it easier to type in low-light environments.

The new ProBook is powered by the latest second-generation Intel Core i5 and i3 dual-core processors and includes the HP Fingerprint Sensor and TPM for enhanced hardware-based data security. Optional Intel vPro technology helps deliver cost savings and improves security and remote manageability.

HP EliteBook 2560p and 2760p – light, powerful and travel-ready
Available in a stylish platinum color, the ultraportable HP EliteBook 2560p Notebook PC and EliteBook 2760p Tablet PCs blend modern design and precision engineering.
The HP EliteBook 2560p sports a thin, clamshell design with a lightweight 12.5-inch diagonal LED-backlit HD, 16-inch x 9-inch display, and an integrated optical drive for added on-the-go convenience. Offering the same functionality as a conventional business notebook along with the flexibility of a writing tablet, the 12.1-inch HP EliteBook 2760p allows for pen use or finger touch.

Both EliteBook models offer second-generation Intel Core i7 or i5 dual- core processors, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and vPro technology. They also feature full-size 7,200 RPM hard disk drives and solid-state drives (SSDs) for longer battery run time, increased durability and quieter, cooler operation.

HP Mini 210 – stylish, on-the-go computing
With the addition of Beats Audio, the redesigned HP Mini 210 is the ultimate companion PC, offering high-quality entertainment plus productivity while on the go. Weighing under 3 pounds and measuring less than 1-inch thin, the stylish HP Mini 210 delivers up to 9.5 hours of computing.

The new Mini 210 design provides a modern, streamlined aesthetic with a sleek upswept back and is available in five colors – sweet purple, charcoal, crimson red, luminous rose and ocean drive.

The Mini 210 also features HP QuickWeb 3.0, allowing users to be more productive by connecting to the web within seconds of powering the mini. QuickWeb 3.0 includes a customizable widget dashboard and syncs to Windows® bookmarks. Users can chat with friends on Skype, update Facebook posts or tweets, and view their social calendars all in one place.

Innovative technologies for enhanced consumer experiences
The sleek, full-performance HP Pavilion dv4 features improved HP CoolSense technology that includes a simplified user interface of on, off and auto. CoolSense uses advanced hardware and intelligent software for a notebook that feels noticeably cooler. Weighing under 5 pounds, the dv4 boasts a 14-inch diagonal HD LED BrightView screen and comes in two HP Imprint colors – espresso black and pacific blue.

Also featuring HP CoolSense technology is the award-winning HP ENVY 14 notebook PC. Combining power, mobility and aesthetics, the ENVY 14 includes new second-generation Intel Core processors, USB 3.0 and a new HP imagepad that uses image sensor technology for advanced gesture support and more fluid control. The premium machine boasts a precision-etched metal alloy case with a 14.5-inch diagonal, HD BrightView Infinity LED display for an eye-popping viewing experience and Beats Audio for fuller, more detailed sound.

Protecting personal information and simplifying password management is easy with HP SimplePass with One Time Password, now available on the Pavilion dm4, dv6 metal and dv7 metal notebook PCs. HP SimplePass helps prevent phishing fraud by providing unique ?one-time? passwords that are linked to each individual user’s fingerprint. These one-time passwords, generated every 60 seconds, grant more secure access to websites that store financial information.

Docking and display solutions for a customized workspace
The new HP 2560p Docking Station makes it easy for business professionals to maintain the connectivity and comfort of their notebook while working from a fixed station. The docking station offers four USB ports and eSATA, DisplayPort and VGA ports for added connectivity to peripherals and compatibility with an array of video devices.

HP’s slimmest business display to date, the HP Elite L2201x display easily connects to a notebook with a single DisplayPort connector. Its sleek easel stand design and external power supply free up limited desk space in smaller office cubicles and the brushed-metal finish matches HP’s EliteBook business notebooks. The HP Elite L2201x features a wafer-thin display panel measuring less than 0.4 inches thick and a 21.5-inch diagonal, LED backlit panel that eliminates the use of mercury and provides solid state reliability.

Pricing and availability
All products will be available in the United States.
– The HP ProBook 5330m starts at $799; the HP EliteBook 2560p starts at $1,099; and the HP EliteBook 2760p starts at $1,499. The HP EliteBook 2760p and 5330m are expected to be available on May 9 and the HP EliteBook 2560p will be available on May 23.
– The HP Mini 210 starts at $299.99 and is expected to be available on June 15.
– The HP Pavilion dv4 starts at $599.99 and is expected to be available on May 18.
– The HP ENVY 14 starts at $999.99 and is expected to be available on June 15.
– HP DataPass pricing starts at $5, for an amount of 75MB, for a duration of 5 hours.
– The HP 2560p Docking Station starts at $149 and is expected to be available on May 23.
– The HP Elite L2201x starts at $249 and is expected to be available on June 1.
More information about the products, including product specifications and images, is available at www.hp.com/personal.
May 9, 2011
HP Announces the ProBook 5330m, EliteBook 2560p, and EliteBook 2760p tablet (PR)
HP has just announced a huge bunch of revamped notebooks for the Business and consumer Line, The ProBook 5330m, EliteBook 2560p, and EliteBook 2760p tablet are targeted at the business user, including the 12.1-inch EliteBook 2760p convertible tablet.
- Sandy Bridge Core i5 and Core i7 CPU options
- 5.5 hours of battery life
- Windows 7 tablet edition
- Priced at $1,500
EliteBook 2560p laptop
- Aluminum-and-magnesium-alloy build
- Sandy Bridge
- 12.5-inch display : 16:9 screen
- built-in optical drive
- Starting price of $1,100
ProBook 5330m
- 13.3-inch Screen
- Dual-tone aluminum chassis
- Backlit keyboard
- Sandy Bridge Core i3 and i5 CPU
- Beats Audio
- TPM circuitry
- Intel vPro processors
- Price Starting at $800.
PRESS RELEASE

HP Brings Style, Performance and Portability to Notebook PCs
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 9, 2011 – HP today expanded its notebook PC line with products and services that provide an optimal combination of sleek style, ultra-portability and high performance to deliver an outstanding mobile experience.
The company also launched HP DataPass, a pre-paid 3G mobile broadband service available in the U.S. across HP’s business notebook lineup and expanded HP Beats Audio technology to a business notebook and consumer Mini PC.
HP furthered its FORGE business notebook design framework with the HP ProBook m-series and EliteBook p-series models and built upon its MUSE consumer notebook design philosophy with the HP Mini 210, Pavilion dv4 and ENVY 14.

New products and services include:
– Less than 1-inch thin, the HP ProBook 5330m features a dual-tone color scheme, brushed aluminum chassis and backlit keyboard and is HP’s first business notebook to offer BeatsTM Audio, which allows listeners to hear music the way the artist intended.
– HP’s smallest and lightest EliteBook at only 3.68 pounds, the newly designed HP EliteBook 2560p includes a 12.5-inch diagonal high- definition (HD) display, high-performance Intel® processor, and is the only notebook in the industry with an integrated optical drive in this form factor.
– The redesigned HP Mini 210 sports vibrant new colors, HP Beats Audio and HP QuickWeb 3.0, creating an ideal mobile companion for on-the-go consumers.
– HP DataPass is a pre-paid 3G mobile broadband service that allows users to purchase wireless broadband data using major mobile carriers in the U.S. without being tied down by contracts, hotspots and set-up fees.

HP ProBook 5330m – thin, stylish and affordable
Designed for savvy business professionals who value style, performance and affordability, the HP ProBook 5330m measures less than 1-inch thick, weighs 3.9 pounds and sports a 13.3-inch diagonal HD screen for exceptional portability. It also includes a backlit keyboard, making it easier to type in low-light environments.

The new ProBook is powered by the latest second-generation Intel Core i5 and i3 dual-core processors and includes the HP Fingerprint Sensor and TPM for enhanced hardware-based data security. Optional Intel vPro technology helps deliver cost savings and improves security and remote manageability.

HP EliteBook 2560p and 2760p – light, powerful and travel-ready
Available in a stylish platinum color, the ultraportable HP EliteBook 2560p Notebook PC and EliteBook 2760p Tablet PCs blend modern design and precision engineering.
The HP EliteBook 2560p sports a thin, clamshell design with a lightweight 12.5-inch diagonal LED-backlit HD, 16-inch x 9-inch display, and an integrated optical drive for added on-the-go convenience. Offering the same functionality as a conventional business notebook along with the flexibility of a writing tablet, the 12.1-inch HP EliteBook 2760p allows for pen use or finger touch.

Both EliteBook models offer second-generation Intel Core i7 or i5 dual- core processors, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and vPro technology. They also feature full-size 7,200 RPM hard disk drives and solid-state drives (SSDs) for longer battery run time, increased durability and quieter, cooler operation.

HP Mini 210 – stylish, on-the-go computing
With the addition of Beats Audio, the redesigned HP Mini 210 is the ultimate companion PC, offering high-quality entertainment plus productivity while on the go. Weighing under 3 pounds and measuring less than 1-inch thin, the stylish HP Mini 210 delivers up to 9.5 hours of computing.

The new Mini 210 design provides a modern, streamlined aesthetic with a sleek upswept back and is available in five colors – sweet purple, charcoal, crimson red, luminous rose and ocean drive.

The Mini 210 also features HP QuickWeb 3.0, allowing users to be more productive by connecting to the web within seconds of powering the mini. QuickWeb 3.0 includes a customizable widget dashboard and syncs to Windows® bookmarks. Users can chat with friends on Skype, update Facebook posts or tweets, and view their social calendars all in one place.

Innovative technologies for enhanced consumer experiences
The sleek, full-performance HP Pavilion dv4 features improved HP CoolSense technology that includes a simplified user interface of on, off and auto. CoolSense uses advanced hardware and intelligent software for a notebook that feels noticeably cooler. Weighing under 5 pounds, the dv4 boasts a 14-inch diagonal HD LED BrightView screen and comes in two HP Imprint colors – espresso black and pacific blue.

Also featuring HP CoolSense technology is the award-winning HP ENVY 14 notebook PC. Combining power, mobility and aesthetics, the ENVY 14 includes new second-generation Intel Core processors, USB 3.0 and a new HP imagepad that uses image sensor technology for advanced gesture support and more fluid control. The premium machine boasts a precision-etched metal alloy case with a 14.5-inch diagonal, HD BrightView Infinity LED display for an eye-popping viewing experience and Beats Audio for fuller, more detailed sound.

Protecting personal information and simplifying password management is easy with HP SimplePass with One Time Password, now available on the Pavilion dm4, dv6 metal and dv7 metal notebook PCs. HP SimplePass helps prevent phishing fraud by providing unique ?one-time? passwords that are linked to each individual user’s fingerprint. These one-time passwords, generated every 60 seconds, grant more secure access to websites that store financial information.

Docking and display solutions for a customized workspace
The new HP 2560p Docking Station makes it easy for business professionals to maintain the connectivity and comfort of their notebook while working from a fixed station. The docking station offers four USB ports and eSATA, DisplayPort and VGA ports for added connectivity to peripherals and compatibility with an array of video devices.

HP’s slimmest business display to date, the HP Elite L2201x display easily connects to a notebook with a single DisplayPort connector. Its sleek easel stand design and external power supply free up limited desk space in smaller office cubicles and the brushed-metal finish matches HP’s EliteBook business notebooks. The HP Elite L2201x features a wafer-thin display panel measuring less than 0.4 inches thick and a 21.5-inch diagonal, LED backlit panel that eliminates the use of mercury and provides solid state reliability.

Pricing and availability
All products will be available in the United States.
– The HP ProBook 5330m starts at $799; the HP EliteBook 2560p starts at $1,099; and the HP EliteBook 2760p starts at $1,499. The HP EliteBook 2760p and 5330m are expected to be available on May 9 and the HP EliteBook 2560p will be available on May 23.
– The HP Mini 210 starts at $299.99 and is expected to be available on June 15.
– The HP Pavilion dv4 starts at $599.99 and is expected to be available on May 18.
– The HP ENVY 14 starts at $999.99 and is expected to be available on June 15.
– HP DataPass pricing starts at $5, for an amount of 75MB, for a duration of 5 hours.
– The HP 2560p Docking Station starts at $149 and is expected to be available on May 23.
– The HP Elite L2201x starts at $249 and is expected to be available on June 1.
More information about the products, including product specifications and images, is available at www.hp.com/personal.
May 9, 2011
Samsung Galaxy Pro Quick Video Preview

Here is a Quick Video Preview of the New Samsung Galaxy Pro

May 7, 2011
Sony Ericsson announces new Xperia Mini and Mini Pro
Sony Ericsson has just announced a set of new Xperia phones to replace the budget/small sized phones in the series.

The Xperia Mini
- Android Gingerbread (2.3)
- 3-inch, multitouch LCD
- scratch-resistant display
- Bravia Engine with Reality Display
- 1GHz processor
- 30 percent improvement in battery
- video in 720p H
Xperia Mini Pro
- 1GHz processor
- 3-inch display
- 1200mAh battery
- front-facing camera
- Sliding QWERTY keyboard
The Full Press Release

Sony Ericsson unveils next-generation Xperia minis

Introducing two powerful, versatile and compact smartphones
Xperia™ mini – the world’s smallest HD video recording smartphone
Xperia™ mini pro –intuitive fast messaging in a compact smartphone

May 5th, 2011, London – Sony Ericsson unveils the new Xperia™ mini and Xperia™ mini pro, the latest additions to its Xperia™ family. Building on the success of the original mini series, these innovative smartphones come packed full of features, powered by a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ processor, and run the latest platform of Google’s Android™ – Gingerbread 2.3. Beautifully designed, Xperia™ mini and Xperia™mini pro both integrate best-in-class imaging and display technology from Sony, including Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine and HD video recording (720p).

The products offer a full multimedia entertainment experience. Xperia™ mini and Xperia™ mini pro enable access to over 150,000 apps on the Android Market™ and has a 3″ scratch-resistant, multi-touch glass screen. The improved user interface allows up to 16 apps displayed on the home screen. Facebook inside Xperia™, a feature just announced for the Xperia™ family, provides a unique social media integration.

Xperia™ mini pro brings the optimised slide-out keyboard with smart functionality first seen on the Xperia™ pro to a compact smartphone. A subtle but fast Type & Send functionality eliminates the need to open a dedicated app for each type of message, and Smart Keyboard triggers predictive messaging actions automatically when the user slides out the keyboard. Xperia™ mini pro also comes pre-loaded with Office Suite and McAfee antivirus software, letting consumers manage documents and e-mails instantly and securely while on the move.

Steve Walker, Head of Marketing, Sony Ericsson said, “We wanted to provide consumers even greater choice across the Xperia™ range, while building on the success of the original mini series. These turbo-charged smartphones now contain even more power, enhanced functionality, a larger screen and premium features unique to Sony Ericsson. They are packed full of features, making them a perfect choice for consumers looking for all the benefits of Android and Sony in a beautiful and easy to use compact form factor.”

Sony Ericsson also unveils today a new integration, Facebook inside Xperia™, which will be included in the new Xperia™ mini and mini pro and soon to be available across the wider Xperia™ range. Facebook inside Xperia™ integrates social connections throughout the phone, by making Facebook immediately accessible from the most used areas of the phone such as the picture gallery, music player, phonebook and calendar. As people are becoming increasingly reliant on their smartphones for instant communication, Sony Ericsson is enabling people to ‘like’, share and comment more easily than ever before with Facebook inside Xperia™.

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ mini – Key features
World’s smallest Android™ smartphone with HD video recording
Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine
Place up to 16 apps in the corners of your home screen
Over 150,000 apps on Android Market™
Facebook inside. Keeping your friends closer

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ mini pro – Key features
Ergonomic keyboard and smart functions for fast messaging
HD video and Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine
Synch your email and view office documents safely on the go
Place up to 16 apps in the corners of your home screen
Over 150,000 apps on Android Market™

Sony Ericsson Xperia™ mini pro and Xperia™ mini with HD will be available globally in selected markets from Q3.

Check out the Sony Ericsson Product Blog for more information: http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products
May 6, 2011
HTC Sensation up for Pre-Order in the UK : Delivers 19 May

We have Seen companies extend deadlines, But, HTC just seems to have met it in Advance. The HTC Sensation originally slated for a June 7 ship date is already available for PRE-Order goodness by Vodafone.uk Whats more they promise that the device may be delivered as early as May 19th.

[Vodafone]

May 5, 2011
iGyaan Road Trip : Electronics and Equipment: A Quick vacation Update
The iGyaan Crew decided to take a break, So, All of us poped up to Nainital and we took along our gear and equipment. This is a blog of whatever equipment I took. This does not include everyones equipment, only my personal and test gear.

LAPTOPS:
- Macbook Pro 15 Core i7
- Macbook Pro 13 Core i3
- HP DV6
- Dell Xps 17 (2011)
PHONES
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4 (Indian)
- Nexus S
- Samsung Chat 322
- iPhone 3GS
- HTC Desire S
- HTC Mozart
- Samsung Galaxy Pro
- Samsung Galaxy Pop(CDMA)
CAMERAS
- Panasonic DMC – GF1 + Lenses
- Canon 600D + Lenses
- Canon HFM 31
- Canon XL-H1 3CCD
Other
- Unbox knife
- Hunting Knife
- Portable Speakers
- Maglite 5D Flash Light
- Maglite Solitaire
- Hunter Spotlight
- Seagate 500gb Freeagent
- Seagate Freeagent GO 1 TB
- Seagate Freeagent GO Flex 1TB
- Transcend Portable 500Gb
- Technics 1200 Headphones
- Sony MDR EarPhones
- Belkin iPhone Mount for Car
- Belkin USB cigarette lighter port
- Apple Magic Mouse
- Apple Mighty Mouse
- Logitech Laser Pro Mouse
- A whole bunch of Cables and other little gizmos, Power adapters, power strips, multi plugs etc
We Had a great experience and decided to test out our stuff while on vacation. We will continue to update this post and give our insights on how a tech lover can travel within his comfort zone.
May 4, 2011
Samsung Galaxy Pro GT B7510 Unboxing and Hands On – iG in The Mountains : Update with Video
We went on a road trip See Here . So we decided to bring some review goodness along : Check out the new Samsung Galaxy Pro GT B7510

This is the First Dual Input (Touch and Qwerty) Android Phone from Samsung in a CandyBar form

Samsung Galaxy Pro GT B7510 Tech Specs
- Network : HSDPA 7.2Mbps 900/2100 / EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
- OS : Android 2.2 Froyo
- Display : 2.8? LQVGA (320×240) TFT-LCD
- Processor : 800MHz Processor
- Camera: Main(Rear): 3.0 Mega Pixel Camera AF
  (Single Shot, Beauty Shot, Panorama Shot, Smile Shot, Action Shot)
- Video : Codec : MPEG4/ H.264/ H.263/ WMV/ RV/ DivX/ Xvid
  Playback : WVGA @30fps
  Recording : QVGA @ 30fps
- Audio :MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, RA
- 3.5mm Ear Jack & Speaker, Stereo FM Radio with RDS, Voice Recorder
- Enterprise Solutions : Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
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- Wi-Fi 802.11 (b/g/n)
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- 512MB + 2GB inbox + microSD (up to 32GB)
- 66.7 x 108.6 x 10.65mm, 103.4g
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May 4, 2011
Apple Refreshes iMac with Quad Core Sandy Bridge Intel i Processors and Thunderbolt Ports (PR)

As was expected the new iMac refres has been in the mill for quite some time, and Apple has officially annouced and started shipment of its new iMac 2011 Lineup. The new revision will feature the same starting price of US $ 1,199/- for the 21.5 inch mac with 1920 by 1080 pixel iPS Display and 2.5GHz quad-core Intel Core i5. With specs going upto 3.4 Ghz Core- i7 on the iMac 27 inch.

The new revision brings single thunderbolt port to the 21.5 inch and a dual thunderbolt to 27 inch iMacs.

Press Release

Apple Announces New iMac With Next Generation Quad-Core Processors, Graphics & Thunderbolt I/O Technology

CUPERTINO, California-May 3, 2011-Apple® today updated its signature all-in-one iMac® with next generation quad-core processors, powerful new graphics, groundbreaking high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology and a new FaceTime® HD camera. Starting at $1,199, the new iMac is up to 70 percent faster and new graphics deliver up to three times the performance of the previous generation.*

“Our customers love the iMac’s aluminum enclosure, gorgeous display and all-in-one design,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “With next generation quad-core processors, powerful new graphics, Thunderbolt technology and a FaceTime HD camera, we’ve made the world’s best desktop even better.”

The new iMac features quad-core Intel Core i5 processors with an option for customers to choose Core i7 processors up to 3.4 GHz. These next generation processors feature an integrated memory controller for an amazingly responsive experience and a powerful new media engine for high-performance video encoding and decoding. With new AMD Radeon HD graphics processors, the new iMac has the most powerful graphics ever in an all-in-one desktop.

iMac is the first desktop computer on the market to include groundbreaking Thunderbolt I/O technology. The 21.5-inch iMac has a single Thunderbolt port while the 27-inch model features two ports for even greater expansion. Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, Thunderbolt enables expandability never before possible on an all-in-one computer. Featuring two bi-directional channels with transfer speeds up to an amazing 10Gbps each, Thunderbolt delivers PCI Express directly to external high performance peripherals such as RAID arrays, and can support FireWire® and USB consumer devices, and Gigabit Ethernet networks via adapters. Thunderbolt also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with existing adapters for HDMI, DVI and VGA displays. Freely available for implementation on systems, cables and devices, Thunderbolt technology is expected to be widely adopted as a new standard for high performance I/O.

iMac includes a built-in FaceTime HD camera and Apple’s innovative FaceTime software for crisp, widescreen video calling the whole family can enjoy. The new camera supports high definition video calls between all FaceTime HD-enabled Macs and standard resolution calls with iPad® 2, iPhone® 4, the current generation iPod touch® and other Intel-based Macs. The iMac continues to feature its signature aluminum and glass design, gorgeous IPS LED-backlit high resolution display, SD card slot and comes with Apple’s innovative Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad.

Continuing Apple’s commitment to the environment, Apple’s desktop line is a leader in green design. The iMac meets stringent Energy Star 5.2 requirements and achieves EPEAT Gold rating.** iMac features LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. iMac uses PVC-free components and cables, contains no brominated flame retardants, uses highly recyclable materials and features material-efficient system and packaging designs.

Every Mac comes with Mac OS® X Snow Leopard®, the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife®, Apple’s innovative suite of applications for creating and sharing great photos, movies and music. Snow Leopard builds on more than a decade of innovation and includes the Mac App Store? for finding great new apps for your Mac. iLife ’11 features iPhoto® with stunning full screen views for browsing, editing and sharing photos; iMovie® with powerful easy-to-use tools to transform home videos into fun theatrical trailers; and GarageBand® with new ways to improve your playing and create great sounding songs.

Pricing & Availability
The new iMac is available through the Apple Store® (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers. The 21.5-inch iMac is available in two configurations: one with a 2.5 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6750M and 500GB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,199 (US); and one with a 2.7 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6770M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,499 (US). The new 27-inch iMac is available in two models: one with a 2.7 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6770M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,699 (US); and one with a 3.1 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6970M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,999 (US).

Configure-to-order options include faster Intel Core i7 processors up to 3.4 GHz, additional hard drive capacity up to 2TB, a 256GB solid state drive, additional DDR3 memory and AppleCare® Protection Plan. Additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options and accessories are available online at www.apple.com/imac.

*Testing conducted by Apple in April 2011 using preproduction iMac configurations. For more information visit www.apple.com/imac/features.html.

**Claim based on energy efficiency categories and products listed within the EPA ENERGY STAR 5.2 energy database as of April 2011. EPEAT is an independent organization that helps customers compare the environmental performance of notebooks and desktops. Products meeting all of the 23 required criteria and at least 75 percent of the optional criteria are recognized as EPEAT Gold products. The EPEAT program was conceived by the US EPA and is based on IEEE 1680 standard for Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products. For more information visit www.epeat.net.

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced iPad 2 which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

May 4, 2011
Apple iPad 2 Starts Selling in India, First Come First Serve
The iPad 2 has finally made it to stores in India, and the stock is apparently flying off of shelves. All stockists were given strict instructions to not take pre orders and the iPad 2 is available on first come first serve basis to those willing to buy it.

Pricing is as follows and various users are complaining of the low stock of white color.
- 16GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 29,500
- 32G Wi-Fi: Rs. 34,500
- 64GB Wi-Fi: Rs. 39,500
- 16GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 36,900
- 32GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 41,900
- 64GB 3G + Wi-Fi: Rs. 46,900
April 29, 2011