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AppGyaan: Top Apps of the Week Part 1: LinkedIn and Wheres My Droid
A Weekly dose of what we think are the top apps of this week.

1. LinkedIn :

LinkedIn is possibly the only social network for professionals, which has become popular all across the globe. Although the app for mobile platforms on iOS and Blackberry existed for some time the app was recently announced for the Android Platform. We reviewed the App and found it to be a perfect portable companion to the full desktop version of the app.

The app has six modules to view updates from your professional network, updates from newly established connections, changes to people’s profiles, and articles and information being shared by your contacts.

Something new to the application is the sharing aspect where now you can share news and information across facebook and twitter. it also allows you to share information among your contacts, making the network aspect of LinkedIn stronger.

You can also access the profiles of your connections and send them messages and invites. Messaging is an integral part of the network and is now fully featured in the app. You can also, read and respond to messages and invites directly from your mobile phone. Another new feature of the app is the” people you may know ” section which allows you to search for your contacts and aconnections easily suggesting the people through the search criteria and already existing connections.

Overall the app provides good interaction with the network, leaving little or no features compared to the desktop mode, we also like the module look which makes navigating through the app fairly simple. Some people also reported crashing and the app not working on some devices. We also faced issues on our Desire HD which was resolved after reinstalling the App.
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Apple iOS :LinkedIn – LinkedIn Corporation

2. Wheres my Droid.

Not everyone can afford an iPhone or an HTC phone, that come with an added feature of geo-locating the device. Also making a device ring even though its in silent mode should be easier than just logging on to the internet and opening websites and whatnot. This is where “Wheres my Droid” comes in. a free and novel app that allows users to find their phone by simply making it ring at full volume.

“How do you make it ring?” you ask. Well just use any other cellphone around you and sms a pre-defined passcode message to your device. The message with the passcode will trigger the app which in turn will trigger the phones ringer to ing at full volumes. a fairly simple idea which well “WORKS”. The app also gives the users ability to customize the passcode to one that you remember.

Now the feature that was most interesting to us was the fact that you can also find the location of the device using this app. Using a different GPS only passcode you can ping the device to send you back an SMS with the location based in google maps. This feature works brilliantly if you have a smartphone which has google maps installed(mostly all smart-phones have Google MAPS). we tested it out and it worked brilliantly between our iPhone and our “lost Desire S”
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Similar Apps For iOS/ iPhone

Find my iPhone : Free : Find My iPhone – Apple®

Premium : Device Locator: Track and Locate Your Lost or Stolen iPhone + Google Latitude Integration

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April 17, 2011
Samsung Galaxy 3 I5801 gets Android 2.2 FroYo update in India + How To
Samsung has finally let out their most awaited update for the Samsung Galaxy 3. Android 2.2 aka Froyo is now available for all those with samsung Galaxy 3s in India and Europe.

To Update your Device

Make sure your device is fully charged!

BE sure to backup all your data!

Step one

Download the latest version of Kies

Step two

Fully charge your Galaxy 3

Step three

Connect via the USB cable to your computer

Step four

Fire up kies and let it search for update

if it does not give you an update, check for update manually by clicking the update button in the bottom row.

Step Five

Follow the steps on the screen and your device will begin the new update.

Few features that are in the 2.2 update –
- A very colorful menu interface
- The ability to Install apps to the SD CARD
- Apart from general Performance boost in processor, better battery and ram management.
- The 2.2 update also adds a lot of bug fixes and tweaks.
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April 17, 2011
App a Day: ToonPAINT for iOS and Android
Today we have an image editing software for you which manipulates images and allows you to re-colour them. Like the caricature artists in fairs you too can now cartoonize and re-colour your images from your photo albums or take fresh images from your camera. You can share your images in the ToonPAINT hall of fame, post them directly to facebook, tweet about them and also e-mail them.

Lets look at some of the features of the app. After you’ve selected your image, the app processes the image and you can pan/zoom to the desired region, change shading options and the sizes of various attributes that modify the image. After you’ve set the image the way you want it, we move on to the painting section. Here, you can select colours, set brush sizes and pan/zoom into a section of the image and work your magic.

The palette has a few other options to Auto Colour the image (Available as an in-app purchase) and an Alpha Brush(Available as an in-app purchase), which re-colours your image from the original. Although the interface is attractive, several of the actions are a pain to complete as you must switch between control panels constantly.

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April 16, 2011

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc : Full Review with Video

One of the most beautiful Android devices in the market yet, The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc proves that not all Android Devices need to be dull and boring. The Arc is a show stopper, and it certainly impressed us on another level.

Let start with the usual line up.

BUILD QUALITY and HARDWARE

The Xperia Arc has a deceiving structure, the device looks like a plastic toy initially, but is extremely well built and once you hold the device in your hand you will never make the same mistake again. It has a great design which tapers out in the center and broadens out to the side.

Contrary to what most critics are saying the device is extremely comfortable to hold in the hand and fits comfortably when gripping the device during those in game driving scenes.

The Xperia Arc also packs a brilliant bit of hardware in terms of specs. Check them out :

Specifications of Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc

Frequency	Quad band
Phone Style	Touchscreen
OS	Android 2.3
Thickness	8.7mm
Length	125mm
Width	63mm
Weight	117g
Built-in Memory	512MB
Additional Memory	MicroSD up to 32GB
High-speed Data	HSDPA
Connectivity	GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Screen Size	4.2-inch, 480×854 pixels
Secondary Screen Size	N/A
Screen Colours	16 million colours
Camera	Yes
Camera Resolution	8-megapixel
Flash	Yes
Ringtones	Yes
Music Player	Yes
Music Formats	MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV
Radio	Yes
Speaker	Yes
Internet	Yes
Browser	WAP
Games	Yes
Processor	Qualcomm MSM8250 Snapdragon 1 GHz processor
Battery	1500mAh

Price :Rs. 27,500

CAMERA and MULTIMEDIA

The camera on the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc has an 8 MegaPixel Sony Exmor-R Sensor. It is just something you will love to – well, LOVE. The camera is absolutely brilliant, and comes close to a perfect replacement for a day use digital camera. The camera is extremely sensitive to light and will pick up the slightest detail in the image. The device also has 720p recording capability which when combined with onboard image stabilization methods provides a decent set of tools for video capture.

We were however, disappointed with the lack of quality and depth in the video captured by the Arc. while it looks absolutely stunning on the Device , video playback on a big screen looks washed out to say the least.

The Arc also provided the best movie/video experience we have had with an Android Device. The Display simply cannot be praised enough, the colors are deep and the resolution combined with the all new Bravia Engine for Mobile phones makes the video quality just Superb. We have not seen better quality on a Phone display period.

Sound quality, video playback and Audio/Video streaming work flawlessly and deliver a promising multimedia experience. The placement of the onboard loudspeaker is at an akward position and when you are holding the device in landscape, you will find yourself covering he speaker with your finger. The results of which can be devastating for the volume levels.

Check out the Video Capture Sample

PHONE and MESSAGING

The device is exceptionally good at doing what its meant to , the voice clarity is -bang on- at both ends, and network performance is sustained. The device is really good and pocket-able and simple to use, the phone dialer is fast and has large keys, the contacts and messaging screens are easy to navigate and simple to use.

The keyboard on the device is also, possibly the best stock keyboard we have used, clean large-square button layout increases the accuracy of your typing capabilities many-a-fold. The keyboard is quick as is the touchscreen responsive, creating one of the best touch input interfaces. You will actually enjoy typing on this keyboard, so text away!

BATTERY

Usage life on the Xperia Arc was erratic. Sometimes lasting a full day without a recharge, and sometimes asking for juice every 5-6 hours. The battery life tests revealed a lot more info :-

2G Talk Time : 4.5-6 Hours
3G Talk Time : 3.5 Hours
3G Browsing : 4 Hours
Wifi Browsing : 5-6 Hours
Video Playback : BE : 4.5 Hours / Without BE : 6 Hours
Audio Playback : Screen Off : 14 Hours (approx)

USER INTERFACE

The device runs Android 2.3 with a custom time-scape UI on top. The UI is simply beautiful and is like a melodious song that has no ending. The UI is the most innovative form of developer work seen on a stock device since the HTC Sense. The use of new widgets with the clean interface and the customizable App Drawer/ Full Menu make the device User Experience a wonderful one.

CONCLUSION

The device is good to look at and comes with Android 2.3 from the get go. The camera is good at taking pictures but, just average at video quality. The build is solid and the display like we said earlier has no parallel comparison. The device attempts at fulfilling the purpose of the average user and taking to task the pro user. We found no reason to root the device as we were happy with both performance as well as the UI (our major reasons for rooting). Although a new tool for the boot-loader unlock is now available and the full root for the device will come out sooner than we expected.

The device comes with a free leather cover and a free screen protector, which are excellent freebies.

There were a few negative aspects to the device and we will list them for easy access

The device gets overheated with prolonged use, does not affect usage but gets too hot to hold against the face.
The device also has unsteady HSDPA connection which breaks quite frequently
The battery is erratic and drains faster when the device is hot (see first)

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Full VIDEO REVIEW

April 16, 2011

App A Day : Game : Blockees for iOS
Today we have a fun game from Runloop Ltd. called Blockees. This is a puzzle game about uniting blocks of the same colour in as few strokes as possible. It sounds kind of silly but is quite addictive.

The music is very happy happy fun fun at first but gets on your nerves very soon, so this game is best played with the sound muted. It is quite challenging as there are grey coloured blocks which are quite miserable (so says the app) and don’t like to unite with other blocks.

The game comes with 75 levels in 3 level-packs for you to play. It also has a Puzzle Editor section for user created levels so you can challenge your friends. There’s even a pack generator which downloads user-created maps according to your criteria, so you’ll probably be spending a lot of time swiping little blocks around to unite them with their coloured counterparts. All-in-all the app is quite nice and puts a new twist to puzzle games.
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April 15, 2011
App A Day : Sleep Cycle For iOS
Do you have erratic sleep patterns? Do you suffer from sleepless nights and drowsy days? Then Sleep Cycle is the iOS App for you. This is one of the most innovative ways to incorporate the device’s accelerometer to monitor your motion patterns during sleep. This alarm clock helps keep us on our toes even if we have been busy all night.

The app monitors your sleep pattern throughout the night and will ‘wake you up when you are in the lightest sleep phase’. When we sleep, we go through phases of light sleep and deep sleep. Which phase you wake up in results in the kind of mood you will be in all day. If you wake up in your deep sleep phase you will find your self dull and sleepy throughout the day.

The app works brilliantly, and takes upto 4 days to register your sleep patterns, once they are fully registered you will find yourself waking up on time. The only catch is that the app requires that you plug in the iPhone all night leave the app running and place the iPhone on your bed upside down, so that the accelerometer can monitor your movement. The good thing however, is that the app uses the proximity sensor to turn off the display.

The App also gives you a report of your sleep patterns over the period of use of the app. With this you can monitor your sleep time and deep sleep patterns.

The disadvantage : if you leave the app to do some other activity the alarm is reset. However it should be used as the last point of interaction.
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April 14, 2011
Live from the Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung’s New Lineup of Full HD and 3D monitors : Eyes On

We are live at the Samsung Forum 2011, and we are looking at some interesting things including the latest monitors from Samsung, including the latest monitors from Samsung (SA 750, TA 350, CA 750, CA 550, UD Series).

Check out the Pictures and details below, with a quick video of them coming shortly.

SA 750

Samsung’s Full HD 3D LED Monitor Series 7 monitors—available in 23- and 27-inch configurations—offer full HD 1920×1080 resolution and hyper-realistic 3D playback on a wide variety of 3D content, including 3D video games, 3D movies, and user-created 3D content like photos and videos. The SA 750 can also automatically analyze and render 2D content in real-time to stunning 3D, supporting not only PC content, but also content from Blu-ray players, gaming consoles and set-top boxes.

The monitors enable cleaner, flicker-free textures for fast-moving games in the 120Hz mode, delivering a comfortable 3D viewing experience without any interruption. The SA 750 also boasts blazing fast response time (2 ms) for an optimal gaming and movie viewing experience, without ghosting or streaking.

Adding appeal to eco-conscious users, Samsung’s SA 750 features an Eco Light Sensor that saves energy and creates a comfortable viewing environment by automatically adjusting the brightness of the screen based on ambient light, while the Eco Motion Sensor contributes to ease of use and lower energy consumption by automatically turning the display on or off when a user is within, or has left, the vicinity of the monitor.

The SA 750 is a sophisticated design product featuring a narrow bezel, compact, cylindrical stand with glowing buttons and UltraSlim depth, the slimmest in the world.

T22A350

The TA 3 Series includes a 21.5-inch LED monitor that offers full HD 1920×1080 resolution and a brightness of 250cd. The TA 3 Series can receive TV broadcast signals through a built-in tuner.

The system has ConnectShareTM features that allow people to enjoy digital contents from USB memory stick and supports Dolby Digital DTS 2.0.

CA 750 and CA 550

Like a docking station, Samsung’s Central Station Series 7 and 5 monitors serve as hubs that easily connect a user’s laptop to a range of other devices without the hassle of plugging and unplugging multiple cables every time. After the initial setup, when the user connects LAN and audio cables to the Central Station monitor, the system is primed for instant use the next time the user is ready to connect; all the user has to do is link his or her laptop to the Central Station using a single USB connection. Exclusive to the CA 750 is an auto wireless detection option, which can free users from the restriction of wires by automatically finding and connecting with a user’s laptop.

The CA 750 and CA 550 Series also create a better, more comfortable viewing experience by instantly transforming a small laptop screen to a 23- or 27-inch screen with LED backlight and superior picture quality. The monitor offers full HD 1920×1080 resolution and blazing fast response time (2 ms) to prevent ghosting or streaking. Samsung’s Mega DCR technology boosts the contrast level to more than a million to one, showing life-like depth and vivid color on any multimedia content. Additionally, the CA 750 and CA 550’s ergonomicdual-hinge design can change the height or tilt of the screen with ease. The Auto Configuration feature automatically adjusts the screen resolution between the user’s laptop and Central Station monitor when the two are connected via USB.

Among the many input and output options offered by the Central Station, the CA 750 and CA 550 support USB 3.0 technology, which enables users to transfer data 10 times faster than by USB 2.0, and to charge mobile devices twice as fast as by conventional electric charging. Despite this power, the system has earned both Energy Star and EPEAT Gold ratings by helping users save energy. Additionally, Central Station automatically powers on or off when a laptop is connected or disconnected. The system’s Eco Saving mode enables users to choose the energy consumption level from three options: 0 percent, 25 percent and 50 percent down—meaning users can save on the system’s energy costs by up to 50 percent.

UD Series

Featuring ultra-thin bezels, the 55” UD Series of Large Format Display (LFD) units measure only 5.3mm from bezel to bezel, dramatically reducing the distance between the parts of the image and enabling companies to create seamless and effective video wall solutions at any budget. The UD55A delivers 700 Nits of brightness with 1920×1080 resolution. Maintaining Samsung’s signature pristine picture quality, the UD55A includes two intelligent features that ensure the best picture is always displayed: Automatic Color Calibration automatically adjusts the White Balance on video walls; while a detachable Ambient Brightness sensor automatically adjusts the on-screen brightness in conjunction with the ambient light level of the area surrounding the display.

Providing full connectivity options, the UD55A includes one D-SUB, one DVI and two HDMI ports, in addition to a DVI-out interface, which enables the seamless sharing of content among up to 100 monitors. The UD55A also features a built-in network PC running Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 2009, along with Samsung’s exclusive MagicInfoTM software, for effortless content management over a network. Additionally, the RJ45 interface, included with the monitor, provides users with long distance remote control abilities via LAN.

April 14, 2011

Live Video from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Series RF 3D Laptop Launched : Hands On : 3D Gaming Beast

We are live at the Samsung Forum 2011 here in New Delhi. We got some hands on Time with the new Samsung Series RF Laptop. They come with Glasses-on 3d/2d switchable displays. Launched in India, these gaming powerhouses will be available by the end of April 2011. Options of upto 2GB Graphics Memory, 1.5tb onboard HDD, and 17 HD displays with 2D/3D options.

Check out the images and the Video hands on Below …

FULL SPECS

Operating System	Operating System	Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64b)
Processor	Processor	Intel® Core™ i7 Processor 720QM (1.60GHz, 6MB) Intel® Core™ i5 Processor 460M (2.53GHz, 3MB)
Main Chipset	Main Chipset	Intel HM55
Memory	System Memory	4GB (DDR3 / 2GB x 2)
Memory	Memory Slot	2 x SODIMM
Display	LCD	15.6″ LED HD (1366 x 768) 16:9 Gloss
Graphic	Graphic Memory	1GB gDDR3 (Ext. Graphic)
Graphic	Graphic Processor	nVIDIA GeForce GT 330M (Ext. Graphic)
Multimedia	Sound	HD (High Definition) Audio
	Sound Effect	SRS Premium Sound Effect
	Multimedia Player	Cyberlink Power DVD
	Speaker	3W Stereo Speaker (1.5W x 2)
	TV	No
	Integrated Camera	High Sensitivity Web Camera
Storage	HDD	640GB (5,400rpm S-ATA)
	ODD	Super Multi Dual Layer (S-ATA)
	Intel Turbo Memory	No
Communication	Modem	No
	Wired Ethernet LAN	Gigabit LAN
	Wireless LAN	802.11bg/n
	Bluetooth	Bluetooth v3.0 High Speed
I/O Port	VGA	Yes
	HDMI	Yes
	Headphone-out	Headphone-out
	Mic-in	Yes
	Internal Mic	Yes
	USB	2 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.0 (Chargable USB included)
	Multi Card Slot	4-in-1 (SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC)
	X-Dock Port	No
	SIO	No
	IEEE1394	No
	RJ11 (Modem)	No
	RJ45 (LAN)	Yes
	TV Antenna	No
	DC-In (Power Port)	Yes
	PC CardBus Slot	No
	S-Video (TV-out)	No
Input	Keyboard Type	103 Key 104 Key
	EZ BLU Keys	Fn + F8 (Easy SpeedUp Manager) Fn + F7 (Samsung Support Centre)
	Touch Pad, Touch Screen	Touch Pad (Scroll Scope, Flat Type)
Security	TPM	No
	AMT	No
	Virus	Norton Internet Security (60 days free)
	Lock	Kensington Lock Port
	Recovery	Samsung Recovery Solution
	Security	BIOS Boot Up Password
	FingerPrint Reader	No
Power	AC Adapter	120 Watt 90 Watt
Power	Battery	6 Cell
Physical	Dimension (W x D x H mm)	379.6 x 255.5 x 31.4 ~ 37.0mm (14.90″ x 10.00″ x 1.23″ ~ 1.45″)
Physical	Weight, include Standard Battery (kg)	2.60Kg (5.73lbs)
Software	Installed S/W	Samsung Update Plus Easy Display Manager Easy Battery Manager Easy Network Manager Easy SpeedUp Manager Easy Partition Manager Adobe Reader Microsoft Office Starter 2010 Samsung Support Centre
Software	Standard DVD	OS DVD

April 14, 2011

Live Video from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Series 9 Laptop Launched : Hands On : Super slim Core i5 / i7 (PR)
We are live at the Samsung Forum 2011 here in New Delhi. We got some hands on Time with the new Samsung Series 9 Laptop. The devices are super slim and will come in variants of i5 and i7 Intel processors. with 128Gb and 256GB SSD options in 13 inch duralumin chassis. Super light at just 1.3 KGS

FIRST LOOK VIDEO (iGyaan Exclusive)

Price : Starting just under 1,00,000/- INR for the 13 inch i5 Version

Availability : 3rd week April 2011

Processor
- Intel® Core™ i5 and i7 Processor options
Operating System
- Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display
- LED HD Screen
- 13.3″ SuperBright Plus widescreen display
- 400 nits, up to 16 million colors, HD LED Backlit anti-glare display
Graphics
- Intel® HD Graphics 3000
Memory
- 4GB DDR3 System Memory
- 8 GB Max. System Memory
Storage
- 128 /256 GB Solid State Drive
Multimedia
- 3 W Stereo Speaker (1.5 W x 2) with HD Audio
- 1.3 MP HD Webcam
Communication
- 802.11 b/g/n WiFi
- Bluetooth V3.0 High Speed
I/O Ports
- HDMI Input
- Headphone Jack
- Mic-in
- 1 MicroSD Slot
- RJ45 LAN
- 2 USB Ports (1 Chargeable)
Input Devices
- 81 Key Keyboard
- Touch Pad
Security
- Samsung Recovery Solution
Power
- 40 Watt AC Adapter
- 6-Cell Lithium, 6300 mAh, up to 7 hours of battery life*
Design
- Duralumin Design
Dimensions
- 12.9″ (W) x 8.9″ (D) x 0.62″ ~ 0.64″ (H)
Weight
- 2.88 lbs. with Standard Battery / 1.3 KG
Warranty
- 3 Year
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Samsung Notebook Series 9

The Samsung Notebook Series 9 marries innovative design and performance for a new dimension in mobile computing

The Samsung Notebook Series 9 is a premium notebook for consumers who pursue the best of everything: design, performance and usability. With a weight of only 1.31kg (2.89lbs.), measuring only 16.3mm (0.64inches) in depth and with a screen size of 13 inches, the Samsung Notebook Series 9 combines the latest technology with mobile computing experience to drive the market forward in terms of design, display and overall capabilities.

Crafted from duralumin, a lightweight material that is twice as strong as aluminum and normally used in advanced aircraft design, the Notebook Series 9 underwent an exhaustive testing process to ensure it is durable enough for use at home and on the go. In terms of design, the sophisticated beauty of the flowing line on the side of the Notebook Series 9 is a key design concept that gives it an aerodynamic and sleek style much like a premium sports car.

Additionally, the notebook’s SuperBright Plus display with 400nit brightness, which is two times brighter than conventional displays, as well as its vibrant Color reproduction (16 million colors) and Super Contrast ratio (1,300:1), makes it one of the most beautiful notebook displays on the market.

Product Specification

CPU: Second Generation Intel® CoreTM i5 Processor

Storage (max): 128GB Solid State Drive (256GB)

Screen: 13.3-inch HD LED-backlit SuperBright Plus display (400 nit)

Resolution: 1366×768

Battery: Lithium Polymer; Max 7.7 hours (Battery Mark v 4.0.1)

Weight: 2.89 lbs
April 14, 2011
Live from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Galaxy S PMP Launched, Hands On (PR)

We are Live at the Samsung Forum 2011 and we got some hands on time with the new Samsung Galaxy S Personal Media Player which was just announced for India. Check out the images below and Stay Tuned for the demo Video.

Video Hands on (iGyaan Exclusive)

Key Features

* 141.3 x 78.2 x 9.9 mm
* 5.0 inches ( 400 x 800 pixel ) LCD Capacitive Touch Screen
* TouchWiz UI
* Multi-touch input method
* Touch-sensitive controls
* Swype text input
* Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate
* Digital Compass
* 5 MP Camera with video recording, auto focus and LED flash
* 2 MP front camera
* Android OS, v2.2 (Froyo)
* 16GB internal memory which can be expanded up to 48GB
* Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB
* GPS with A-GPS support
* 1 GHz Processor
* Image and video editor
* 2500 mAH Li-Ion battery

April 14, 2011
App a Day: MicDroid for Android

Hi Guys,

Today we decided to review something fun for you. Here’s MicDroid from the Android Marketplace. Its a audio recording software which auto tunes your ‘be-sura’ voice into a one hit wonder. We had quite a lot of fun while playing with this app. It can provide random entertainment while your waiting for a bus or a train or in line for your movie tickets.

Features:
-Automatic pitch-correction
-On-the-fly pitch correction
-Email recordings
-Set recordings as ringtone
-Disable/enable ads in settings

The best thing about this app is that its FREE! So record yourself, your friends and even your dog and post the links below in the comments. Although the app is still in Beta, it promises to have an exiting future. You can get a free audio hosting account from Chirbit and upload files in multiple formats.

Here’s a sample of us singing a popular song from Youtube.
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You can download the app from this link or scan the QR code below from your phone.

April 13, 2011
Live from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Galaxy Tab Launched: 10.1 Hands On

We are Live at the Samsung Forum 2011 and we got some hands on time with the new Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 which was just announced for India. Check out the images below and wait for the demo Video.

HANDS ON VIDEO

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Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 and GALAXY Tab 8.9

World’s thinnest Smartphone that lets consumers experience more with less

The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 feature Samsung’s own TouchWiz user interface implemented on the AndroidTM 3.0 (Honeycomb) platform, offering superior multi-tasking and enhanced user interaction and navigation.

Super Fast

The new GALAXY Tabs support HSPA+ network speeds of up to 21Mbps as well as Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity to deliver rapid mobile download speeds and reduce data transfer times. Also, the GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 include a 1GHz dual core application processor for a powerful multimedia and web browsing experience.

Thinner & Lighter

The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 are the thinnest mobile tablets available. The GALAXY Tab 10.1 weighs 595 grams and 8.9 weighs 470 grams. Combining the GALAXY Tabs’ ultra-thin form factor with a lightweight design adds to the outstanding mobility of these two products.

Customized User Experience “Samsung TouchWiz UX”

Samsung’s TouchWiz user experience is designed with a Live Panel menu users can customize to display a variety of content on the home screen including digital pictures, favorite Web sites and social network feeds. In addition, the interface includes an application tray of commonly used features such as task manager, calendar and music player which can be launched while other major applications are also in use, including large file downloads and document editing. This Mini Apps Tray provides a mixture of convenience and flexibility previously unheard of with tablet devices.

The Ultimate Entertainment Hub

The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 are pre-loaded with Readers Hub and Music Hub giving consumers instant access to more than 2.2 million books, 2,000 newspaper (49 languages), 2,300 magazines (22 languages), and 13 million songs. The devices are also designed with Samsung’s Social Hub, which will aggregate email, instant messaging, contacts, calendar and social network connections into a single interface.

The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 feature a 3 megapixel rear camera and a 2 megapixel front camera, providing smooth transition and seamless 1080p HD video and Flash playback for a rich entertainment experience.

Ready for Business

The GALAXY Tab 10.1 and 8.9 include an industry leading suite of solutions designed to give enterprise customers and IT managers more security. Developed in collaboration with industry-leading partners such as Cisco, Sybase, SAP and Citrix, Samsung’s enterprise mobility solutions will provide flexibility and connectivity for mobile workforces, ensuring that users are able to operate more efficiently on–the-move.

GALAXY Tab 10.1

GALAXY Tab 10.1, with its WXGA TFT LCD display (1280 x 800) powered by 1GHz dual core AP, is 8.6mm thin and weighs only 595g. It is the perfect device for sharing and enjoying media content with family and friends. In addition, with its surround-sound stereo speakers and support for Flash 10.2, the GALAXY Tab 10.1 will deliver premium entertainment experience whether watching videos, movies or playing games.

GALAXY Tab 8.9

At just 8.6mm thin and weighing only 470g, the GALAXY Tab 8.9 is the perfect device for today’s mobile professional. Whether writing emails on a trip or reading an eBook on the couch, the GALAXY Tab 8.9 provides the ultimate tablet experience without compromising mobility.

April 13, 2011
Live from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Galaxy S 2 Hands On (PR)

We are Live at the Samsung Forum 2011 and the Samsung Galaxy S2 was just announced some time back. We got some hands on time with it check out the pics below, and wait for the demo video to be uploaded.

iGyaan Exclusive Hands on Video

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World’s thinnest Smartphone that lets consumers experience more with less

The GALAXY S II is a beautifully thin (8.49mm) and lightweight, dual-core smart phone that combines an unmatched viewing experience with incredible performance.

The smart phone’s dual-core application processor delivers compelling features such as fast web browsing, multi-tasking comparable to a PC-like environment, supreme graphics quality and instantly responsive 3D user interface on the large screen. With super-fast HSPA+ connectivity, the GALAXY S II offers rapid mobile download speeds while BlueTooth® 3.0+HS considerably reduces data transfer times.

Using AndroidTM 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system, the GALAXY S II includes access to Samsung’s four new content and entertainment hubs, seamlessly integrated to provide instant access to music, games, e-reading and social networking services. With Samsung Hubs, an integrated mobile applications designed to fit every element of consumers’ lives, the Samsung GALAXY S II delivers rich catalogues of books and magazines, music, advanced mobile games and control of consumers’ online social life, all from a single device.

The Samsung GALAXY S II has been equipped with Samsung’s new crystal-clear Super AMOLED Plus screen, the most advanced mobile visual display that does not compromise battery performance. A significant reduction in power consumption from Super AMOLED display means it is also more energy- efficient than other comparably-sized devices, allowing Samsung to minimize device weight.

Product Specification

Network

GSM 850/900/1800/1900

HSPA+ 21 850/900/1900/2100

OS

Android 2.3 Gingerbread

Display

4.27” WVGA (480×800) Super AMOLED Plus

Processor

1 GHz Dual Core Application Processor

( BB& AP )

Main(Rear): 8.0-Mega Pixel Camera AF with LED Flash

Front: 2.0-Mega Pixel Camera

Camera

Single Shot, Beauty Shot, , Panorama Shot, Smile Shot, Action Shot,

Cartoon Shot

Codec : MPEG4/ H.264/ H.263/ DivX VC-1 Playback : FULL HD(1080p)@30fps Recording : FULL HD(1080p)@30fps

Video

Audio

MP3, AAC, AAC+, eACC+

3.5mm Ear Jack & Speaker, Stereo FM Radio with RDS, Voice Recorder

Social Hub – Integrated Contacts, Integrated Calendar, Unified Inbox – Premium: SNS push notification, Push Email & Push IM – Basic: POP3/IMAP Email & IM (* Availability of Social Hub differs by country and mobile operator)

Hub

Music Hub

Readers Hub

Game HubEnterprise Solutions

Value-added Features

Connectivity

Sensor

Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync – The comprehensive mobile implementation of Exchange ActiveSync, which provides the most policies and restrictions support among Android ActiveSync clients, along with e- mail, calendar, contacts and tasks synchronization with a Microsoft Exchange Server

On Device Encryption – A security solution that enables the protection of mobile data without the need to sacrifice speed and functionality. Superior performance can also be achieved when incorporated with Sybase Afaria Mobile Device Management and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, both of which complement the encryption support with their own mechanisms.

Cisco AnyConnect Virtual Private Network – provide reliable and easy- to-deploy encrypted network connectivity for mobile workers everywhere for business email, virtual desktop, and other Android apps, AnyConnect enables business-critical application connectivity

Sybase Afaria Mobile Device Management – provides the comprehensive capabilities that IT requires to allow mobile workers access to enterprise assets using the device of their choice. IT can now confidently extend corporate security policies to the Android platform, allowing for the adoption of both personally-owned or corporate owned Galaxy S II.

Cisco WebEx – the workforce will be able to stay connected to important meetings wherever they are while using Samsung Galaxy devices; users can view shared desktops, browsers, applications and documents with live annotations.

Cisco Mobile – a VoIP solutions allowing the workforce to make and receive calls over Wi-Fi using an Android interface, providing significant cost-efficiencies for an international workforce

Android MarketTM

Adobe Flash 10.1 support

Samsung TouchWiz

QuickType by SWYPE

Document Viewer / Editor

Android Brower, RSS Reader

Exchange ActiveSync

Google MapsTM with Latitude, Places, Navigation (beta)

A-GPS

Google Voice SearchTM

Lost Phone Management

Bluetooth® technology v 3.0 + HS USB 2.0 Wi-Fi 802.11 (a/b/g/n), WiFi Direct NFC Connectivity (Optional)

MHL DLNA (AllShare)

Accelerometer, Light, Digital Compass, Proximity, Gyroscope sensor,

Memory 16GB + microSD (up to 32GB)

Size

125.3 x 66.1 x 8.49mm, 116g

Battery 1650mAh

* All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

April 13, 2011
Exclusive : Update: Leaked Micromax Bling 2 Hands On Images and Videos

The Micromax Bling 2 is the upcoming Handset from Micromax that is exclusively targeted at the ladies. This one has Android 2.2 directly to boot. Here are the remaining images with more information and a video preview coming shortly.

iG Tech.

UPDATE Video Added

April 13, 2011

HTC Desire S Hands On, Spec List : UPDATE with Video

We finally got our unit of the HTC Desire S and boy is this device a looker. Smooth lines and a nice curvaceous body, display looks absolutely stunning.

Check out the pics below and wait for the full unboxing and physical features video, which should be up shortly.

UPDATE : VIDEO ADDED BELOW

CHECK OUT THE VIDEO UNBOXING

Check out the Full Specs Below

Network	Unlocked
Price	25,000/- INR
Frequency	Quad Band
Phone Style	Touchscreen
OS	Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Thickness	11.63mm
Length	115mm
Width	59.8mm
Weight	130g
Built-in Memory	1.1GB
Additional Memory	MicroSD support (up to 32GB)
High-speed Data	GPRS, HSDPA,Wi-Fi,
Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB
Screen Size	3.7-inch touch screen with 480 x 800 resolution
Secondary Screen Size	N/A
Screen Colours	N/A
Camera	Yes
Camera Resolution	5 megapixels
Flash	power LED flash
Ringtones	Polyphonic, MP3, Truetone
Music Player	Yes
Music Formats	aac, .amr, .ogg, .m4a, .mid, .mp3, .wav, .wma (Windows Media Audio 9)
Radio	Yes
Speaker	Yes
Internet	Yes
Browser	HTML
Games	Yes
Battery	1450 mAh

April 13, 2011

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