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Mukesh Ambani Comments on the Death of Steve Jobs : Calls him a Game Changer

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) , CEO Mukesh Ambani has given his two words on the untimely demise of Ex-Apple CEO/ CO- Founder Steven Paul Jobs.

Calling Steve possibly the greatest innovators whose ideas and innovations forever changed how people across the globe think about and use technology.

I would also consider him as one of the greatest ‘Reinventors’. Through his ingenuity he reinvented many businesses – fundamentally and radically. He not only changed the game but also in the process changed the rules. His bias towards changing the world was infectious, His boldness to take on the impossible has inspired many and will continue to do as the world learns to live without him. His life was well-lived”

– Mukesh Ambani

October 10, 2011
GlacialTech Launches Igloo H46 & H58 Series CPU Cooler (PR)

Glacial tech has introduced new CPU coolers in India, the Igloo H46 & Igloo H58 are the first CPU cooler series from GlacialTech. GlacialTech says that due to a new research technology they have been able to lower down noise and improve airflow efficiency in the products.

Specifications

Model

Igloo H46 Silent

Igloo H46 PWM

Igloo H58 PWM

Socket Type

Intel LGA775/1155/1156/1366 and AMD FM1, AM2, AM2+, AM3

CPU Compatibility

u Intel LGA1155/1156

Intel® Core™ i3 Desktop Processor Family (73W)

Intel® Core™ i5 Desktop Processor Family (95W)

Intel® Core™ i7 Desktop Processor Family (95W)

u Intel LGA775

Intel® Core™2 Quad Desktop Processor Family (105W)

Intel® Core™2 Duo Desktop Processor Family (95W)

u Intel LGA1366

Intel® Core™ i7 Processor (130W)

u AMD

A4-3400, A6-3650, A8-3850 (100W)

Phenom™ II X2, X3, X4, and X6 Processors (140W)

Phenom™ X3, X4 Cores Processors (125W)

Athlon™ II X2, X3, X4 Processor (95W)

Dimension (mm)

130 (W)×75 (L)×160(H)

147(W)×89 (L)×175(H)

Weight (grams)

560

840

Fan

Bearing Type

Ultra Entering Bearing

Rated Voltage

DC 12 V

Dimension (mm)

120 x 120 x 25

140 x 140 x 25

Speed(RPM)

1200

PWM 800(±300 RPM)~1600(±10%)

PWM 700(±300 RPM)~1400(±10%)

Airflow (CFM)

39

65 (max.)

60 (max.)

Noise (dBA)

18

31 (max.)

33 (max.)

MTBF (hour/25°C)

50,000

Interface Material

High Efficiency Thermal Compound

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Igloo H46 & Igloo H58 is a simple name for a promising product, the first CPU cooler series from GlacialTech. The GlacialTech engineers have created a high-performance product. They focused especially on the optimisation of the air stream conduction inside the heat sink to reach more efficient heat dissipation. The result is a combination of two smart innovations that successfully reduce the thermal resistance of the Igloo H46 & H58 – a new milestone in CPU cooler industry.

Optimised Air Stream Conduction for Best Cooling Performance.

GlacialTech Inc., a diverse provider of cooling, power supply and PC enclosure solutions for consumer and industrial applications and a world-class provider of cost effective cooling components and chassis launches the latest Igloo H46 & H58 Series CPU coolers with Intel LGA1155/1156 and AMD FM1 / AM2 / AM2+ / AM3 sockets. The unique design provides good cooling effect to the components around the CPU.

As is usual, GlacialTech comes out with a product that provides highest quality materials and workmanship. The design is clear and functional. The manufacturer decided to waive all creative elements that may have negative influence on the cooling performance. Users can choose out of two different models. The attached PWM fan is certainly equipped with the durable and silent bearing. Price performance, noise performance and weight performance are GlacialTech’s three principle design philosophies. Having acquired ISO 9001 and 14001, GlacialTech commits itself to use green materials for its product design and construction and to manufacture its products following green manufacturing processes only. As a total thermal solution provider, GlacialTech is committed to bring increased value to customers through the creation of light weight cost effective systems, and a quiet working environment with an optimal price performance benefit. The Igloo H46 & H58 Series are for your PC evolution to an ultimate light weight, low cost CPU cooler for your system

Igloo i630

Highlighted Features

l High Quality Aluminum Alloy

l High Fin Density

l PWM Version: Fan speed increase with the increase of CPU loading

l Constant Fan Speed Version: The best price-performance

l Weight / noise performance

l Easy to install

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October 10, 2011
Scientists Discover the finest powder for skiing in the Solar System

The Scientists at the Lunar and Planetary Institute in Houston, Texas have discovered the best snowy powder for skiing which is on the Saturn’s moon Enceladus’ surface.

The particles are only a fraction of a millimeter in size … even finer than talcum powder,This would make for the finest powder a skier could hope for.”

– study leader Paul Schenk

Get your rocket fuel ready its time to hit the slopes.

[Via]

October 10, 2011
Nokia Sun Leaked on Orange France Website
The Nokia device previously known as SeaRay has been outed by Network operator Orange France. The device is now called the Nokia Sun and a bunch of interesting specs have been leaked:
- 3.7-inch AMOLED
- Windows Phone Mango 7.5
- 1.4Ghz processor
- 16GB memory
- micro SIM card (what ?)
The launch date is set for second week of november.
October 10, 2011
Don’t like the new iPhone 4s, Pre-order sales show otherwise

Apple iPhone 4s left a lot of hearts disappointed, including ours for a bit. But, looks like a trend has actually emerged from the depths of Apple , iPhone 3G gives 3Gs and iPhone 4 gives 4s.

Anyway more about that later, the topic of the moment is that people are disappointed by the release of the iPhone 4s not being close to expectations, but Apple numbers speak otherwise. In the US alone Apple received orders for over 600,000 units in the first 12 hours. This does not account for other countries where the device was released. Expect the number to be in several millions.

The device is already sold out on all online stores and delivery is now pushed back to several weeks. Still dislike the iPhone 4s upgrade? Apple says Cha-ching !

October 9, 2011
Update : How to Install Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread on the Samsung Galaxy 5 (i5500 / i5503) + Cyanogen Mod 7.1
Update : Oct 9th 2011

The Guide has been updated to include the latest rom update. For those who have already used this guide and are on the Madteam rom v1.0 (those who used the guide from Aug 15th) use the steps at the bottom of the page to upgrade.

New iGyaan Guide

Did you think it was possible?, we didn’t either!. But following various guides and tweaks we were able to get Cyanogen mod 7.1 running on the Samsung Galaxy 5, Yes the 1.5 year old device from Samsung.

The big differences we saw:
- Tremendous improvement in battery life, almost fixes any battery leaks.
- Fast and responsive OS Android 2.3, no lag and no jitters.
- Clean looking UI + Cyanogen mod tweaks
- Best Part : Nexus S style : CRT TV lock animation
This Guide was put together using our own experience, and its here to help you out.

Note: Like any other unofficial guide, there is a high chance that you might brick your phone. iGyaan is in no way responsible for that and you are following this at your own risk.

Okay so lets begin!

Here is what you need
1. The iGyaan Galaxy 5 Pack : Download Here
2. A Galaxy 5 : Duh!
3. Widows PC
4. USB – Micro USB data cable
5. Patience and Humility.
6. A MicroSD card with over 1GB free space.
Step 1 (Important)
- Backup all your contacts and files.
- Sync your device to your Gmail Accounts
Step 2 (Device Prep)
- Time to put your Galaxy 5 in download mode
- Power off your Galaxy 5
- Hold Volume Down + Home + Power Button
- You should see the Download Screen
Step 3 (Install Recovery)
- Fire up ODIN (found in the iGyaan Galaxy 5 pack)
- Select the EUROPA_v1.0.ops in the OPS field ( also in the iGyaan Pack)
- Select One Package and ClockworkMod-Galaxy5-v0.4.tar in the one package Field
  (Also in the iGyaan Package downloaded earlier.)
- Connect your phone to your pc via usb cable, wait for it to show up in ODIN
- Once it shows up click START ( follow the images below)
IMPORTANT

Your Device Should now boot up in Clockwork Recovery like the image below.

WARNING : DONT UNPLUG OR REBOOT your PHONE HERE.

Step 4 (Copy files)
- Using the D pad or Volume +/- buttons browse to Mounts and storage
- Once in mounts and storage select “Mount USB Storage”
- Your memory card will show up on your PC
- Copy the “update-cm-7.1.0-RC1-MADTEAM-v1.6-signed.zip” to the memory card ( found in the iGyaan package)
- Once copied, Safely remove /eject the memory card mount from your PC
  (Do not remove it from the phone and do not reboot the phone)
- Press the back button several times, till you reach the main screen as the image above.
Step 5 (Backups)
Browse to Backup and Restore

and select backup ( let the device backup your existing rom on the memory card)

Once done press the back button to come back to the main recovery screen.

Step 6 (Install Prep)
- Browse to Wipe date /factory reset and initiate it by selecting “yes”
- Browse to wipe cache / initiate it by selecting “yes.”
- Browse to advanced : Wipe dalvik cache.
Step 7 (Install the Rom)
- Browse to “Install zip from SD card”
- Choose “Select zip from SD card”
- Select the “update-cm-7.1.0-RC1-MADTEAM-v1.6-signed.zip” we copied to the memory card earlier.
- Initiate it by selecting “yes”
Step 8 (One more thing!)
Once its done Reboot by selecting reboot system now from the main menu

At this moment your device will boot in Cyanogen Mod 7.1 for Galaxy 5. on Android 2.3.4

Its not over yet!

You will still need the Google Apps package to get the Market , Gmail, etc
Step 9 (Install Google Apps)
Once your phone is booted press the power button

Select “reboot”

Select “recovery”

You will boot back into Clockwork Recovery

Go to Mounts and Storage and select “Mount USB storage”

Connect your device to a PC

Download and copy the following file to the memory card of your phone : Google Apps iGyaan.zip

Once copied : come back to main recovery screen and select “Install zip from SD car”

Select the “select zip from sd card” and choose “google apps iGyaan.zip” : install by selecting “Yes”
Step 10 ( Final Steps)
- Once all the above is done : reboot your phone
- You will be boot into Cyanogen Mod 7.1 , but this time you will get the “Tap Android to Start” screen.
- Follow the directions on the screen.
Enjoy your newly revamped Galaxy 5.!
This rom comes highly recommended, we installed it on our Galaxy 5 and its almost like a new phone, its much faster cleaner and much more stable than the Samsung Official Rom. this rom also improves the battery life by more than three times.

Leave your feedback below, and if you were able to do it properly.

If you have any problems post all your questions in the iGyaanforum.com thread over HERE

Steps to Upgrade if you have used the Old Guide

Step One
- Download the new iGyaan Package : Here
Step Two
- Use a usb cable / sd card reader to copy the file “update-cm-7.1.0-RC1-MADTEAM-v1.6-signed.zip” to the SD Card root folder (the file is in the iGyaan Package)
Step Three
- Reboot into recovery using the Rom Manager And choose “backup and restore”
Next Create a new Backup.

Step Four
- From the Recovery main screen select “install zip from SD Card”
  and choose the file you copied above
Step 5
- Once the install is complete reboot the device and wait for it to load : first boot can take upto 15 minutes
Enjoy the update with tons of bug fixes !

As always the guide here is for informational purposes, iGyaan is not responsible for any softwares being used here and are courtesy their original developers. We therefore take no responsibility for any damages that may occur to your device.
October 9, 2011
Android Ice Cream Sandwich Screenshots leak, make waiting painful

A full fist of Android Ice Cream Sandwich screenshots have made it to the leaks section today. Making it even more and more difficult for the world to hold on for the devices launch.

Check em out flavored like Honeycomb:

October 8, 2011
Samsung and Google Delay Galaxy Nexus launch to pay homage to Steve Jobs passing away: oh and Galaxy Nexus Video Leaked!

Google and Samsung were all set to launch their prized possession at their “unpacked event”, until Steve Jobs passed away. The company has decided to pay homage to the Technology Titans death by postponing the launch of the supposed Samsung Galaxy Device.

Samsung and Google decide to postpone the new product announcement at CTIA Fall. We agree that it is just not the right time to announce a new product. New date and venue will be shortly announced.

–Samsung

A Spokesperson from Google later commented:

We believe this is not the right time to announce a new product as the world expresses tribute to Steve Jobs’s passing,”

Okay now that the event is not happening, does not mean that some eager individual lacking voice cannot post a sneak peek of the device (Galaxy Nexus)

October 7, 2011
iPhone 4S Pre Order Starts Today

The much awaited iteration to Apple’s Jesus Phone has now attained pre-order status. The devices are available from Apple’s online stores. The phone is available in black and white colours at £ 499 for the 16GB version, £ 599 for the 32GB version and £ 699 for the 64GB version from the UK store.

We’ve already got ours. Now its time to get yours…

Place your order at the Apple UK store or at the Apple US store.

October 7, 2011
Google has brilliant taste in computers, but bad taste in Sneakers : Proof

These Sneakers were designed by Evan Steinberg, Google Community Manager for Android and signed by Larry Page. The nike dunks are possibly the worst looking design of the legendary shoes ever.

For starters you have Larry Paige on the tongue of the Shoe, a retro google logo, google maps if you can spot them and not to forget the totally awful color scheme.

Lets hope this is one droid that does not make it mainstream.

October 7, 2011
Sony Plans to buy out Ericsson’s part from Sony Ericsson, Move up in the Cell phone world

Sony has decided to take some action about its current global standing in the top cellphone vendors list. Currently at 6th place , Sony has decided to finalize the deal between Sony and Ericsson that will give total control of the mobility division to sony and hence all future devices will be known as “Sony Mobiles” and not “Sony Ericsson”. Ericsson currently roughly $1.3 to $1.7 billion worth of mobile technology patents are the main reason for the partnership buyout.

[Wall Street Journal]

October 7, 2011
HTC Sensation XL launched : 4.7 inch Beats audio pumping metal monster (PR)
HTC has just launched the new HTC Sensation XL with Beats audio. The device features a real bump in terms of screen size and media capabilities. The fact of the matter remains, how do you choose your device between the Sensation , the Sensation XE and the Sensation XL.

Specs of this device include
- Single core Qualcomm MSM8255 1.5GHz processor
- 1600mAh Battery
- 9.9mm (0.39-inch) thick
- Beats by Dre Audio Engine and Hardware
- 132.5mm tall and 70.7mm wide
- 8 MP f2.2, 28mm camera + Dual led Flash
- 1.3 MP front Camera
- 16GB of onboard storage
- 768MB of RAM
- Launching in November in UK and Asia , Including India.
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Beats integration, combined with amazing 4.7-inch display, introduces powerful entertainment experience

LONDON – October 6, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile devices, today unveiled the HTC Sensation™ XL with Beats Audio™ integration. This latest innovation is the result of the new partnership between HTC and Beats announced in August and takes mobile entertainment to a new level with an amazing 4.7-inch screen and a specifically optimized audio experience. The HTC Sensation XL joins the HTC Sensation XE to provide customers with a strong line-up of HTC smartphones integrated with Beats Audio.

“With Beats Audio, the HTC Sensation XL continues HTC’s commitment of delivering the best audio possible on your phone whether you’re listening to music, watching a movie or playing a game,” said Peter Chou, CEO, HTC Corporation. “This is an amazing example of why our partnership with Beats makes so much sense for customers today and into the future.”

“HTC is an incredible partner and has completely embraced our desire to make the music experience on the mobile phone as powerful and as rich as it can be,” said Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Beats by Dr. Dre.

Design, Performance and Stunning Audio

With the 4.7” screen, slim 9.9mm design and Beats Audio integration, the HTC Sensation XL was specifically created to deliver the best entertainment experience with stunning audio and visuals for music, movies and games. The HTC Sensation XL features unique audio tuning by Beats that ensures customers will hear their music as the artist intended.

Unique to HTC phones, the HTC Sensation XL includes new lightweight urBeats™ headphones, created exclusively to integrate with the Beats’ audio profile on the device. The built-in microphone makes hands-free calling easy and the on-cable remote control allows customers to pause, advance or rewind, and to answer a call mid-track.

Customers can also send music recommendations and track information to friends over SMS, email or through their Facebook profile. To allocate the perfect audio alert to an incoming call or message from friends and family, use the ringtone trimmer to edit a music track and add it to a friend’s contact profile.

HTC Watch

HTC Sensation XL integrates HTC Watch, an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips, letting people discover the latest video content in an easy and visually engaging way. HTC Watch uses progressive download technology that makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for a huge file to finish downloading. HTC Watch offers the choice of renting or buying videos, and, if purchased, lets customers watch them on up to five different HTC devices.

Capture the moment

The HTC Sensation XL boasts an 8MP camera, featuring a f/2.2, 28mm wide-angle lens with BSI sensor to fit more of the scene into every shot and for better low-light performance. In video mode, the HTC Sensation XL enables customers to record a perfect moment with stunning clarity and incredible stereo sound – perfect for sharing on YouTube, Facebook or a TV.

Availability

HTC Sensation XL will be available across EMEA and Asia Pacific from early November. In EMEA, HTC will also be offering a limited edition bundle that includes special edition Beats Solo headphones. [/toggle]
October 7, 2011
Samsung Galaxy Nexus Specs leak ahead of launch
The big phone of the year after the supposed big phone of the year, is about to be launched and it looks like the specs are out before the device shows off its real face.

The specs of this true marvel from Samsung include
- 4.65-inch Super AMOLED HD display
- Dual-core 1.2GHz TI OMAP 4460 processor
- 1GB RAM
- 32GB of storage
- 1,750mAh battery
- 1.3 megapixel front-facing
- 5 megapixel rear shooter capable of 1080p HD video
- WiFi a/b/g/n,
Did he say 4.65 inch, yep he did, just look at that curve in the image. Its just smooth super sailing from here, more news when we get some.
October 6, 2011

LG Optimus 3D Unboxing and Hands on – Video, Specs and Images

Just hours after we unboxed and took a look at the HTC Evo 3D The Optimus 3D arrived at our lab. LG has been daring enough to try pricing a relatively low spec’d phone with the same value as the competitor. So we unbox and take a look at the Optimus 3D iG Style.

Here are the Specs

Product Type	Smartphone
Network Band	Quad Band
Number of Screens	1
Wi-Fi	Yes
Effective Camera Resolution	5 Megapixel
USB	Yes
Contract Type	SIM-free
Built-in Flash	Yes
Main Screen Resolution	480 x 800 Stereoscopic Glasses Free 3D
Main Screen Size	10.9 cm (4.3″)
Cellular Data Connectivity Technology	GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA
GPS Receiver	Yes
Dual SIM Supported	No
Secondary Camera	Yes
Integrated TV Tuner	No
Cellular Generation	3.5G
Cellular Network Supported	GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900, WCDMA 900, WCDMA 1900, WCDMA 2100
Memory Card Supported	microSD
Phone Style	Bar
Brand Name	LG
Battery Talk Time	13 Hour
Product Model	P920 Optimus 3D
Weight (Approximate)	168 g
Green Compliant	Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority	WEEE
Touchscreen	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes
Maximum Memory Card Size Supported	32 GB
Built-in Memory	8 GB
Main Screen Type	LCD
Realtone	Yes
Call Features	Call Log
Multi-touch Screen	Yes
Height	128 mm
Width	69 mm
Depth	11.9 mm
Operating System	Android 2.2
Manufacturer	LG Electronics
Product Name	P920 Optimus 3D Smartphone
Manufacturer Part Number	AESPML
Manufacturer Website Address	www.lge.com
Price	35,999/-
Standard Warranty	2 Year
Touchscreen Type	Capacitive

Images

Video

iG Tech Labs

October 6, 2011

Steve Jobs, Co-Founder of Apple Passes Away at 56

This is a sad day for technology and all people who love innovation and computing. Steve Jobs has passed away at 56 years of age, just a few months after his stepping down as CEO of Apple. Steve Jobs was the master brain of major Apple Innovations like iPod, iPhone the Macbook Air and the iPad.

Present Apple CEO Tim Cook had this to Say :

Team,

I have some very sad news to share with all of you. Steve passed away earlier today.

Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.

We are planning a celebration of Steve’s extraordinary life for Apple employees that will take place soon. If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences in the interim, you can simply email [email protected].

No words can adequately express our sadness at Steve’s death or our gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. We will honor his memory by dedicating ourselves to continuing the work he loved so much.

Tim

Apple Board of Directors:

We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.

Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.

His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.

Steve Jobs’ family today made the following statement regarding his death:

Steve died peacefully today surrounded by his family.

In his public life, Steve was known as a visionary; in his private life, he cherished his family. We are thankful to the many people who have shared their wishes and prayers during the last year of Steve’s illness; a website will be provided for those who wish to offer tributes and memories.

We are grateful for the support and kindness of those who share our feelings for Steve. We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief.

Bill Gates:

I’m truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs’ death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work.

Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.

The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.

For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely.

Here is something we have to say

It is almost impossible to do what Steve Jobs achieved in his lifetime. He is the reason behind the technological revolution that surrounds us. From the days of the personal computer, his ability to lead and innovate brought Apple to being the richest company in the world, their products being loved by millions.

This is truly a Sad day for the world, because not only have we lost the most adventurous Businessman but an amazing human being.

Our condolences go out to his friends and family. Rest in Peace Steve.

[Apple]

October 6, 2011

Category: Latest

Update : Oct 9th 2011

New iGyaan Guide

Step 1 (Important)

Step 2 (Device Prep)

Step 3 (Install Recovery)

IMPORTANT

Step 4 (Copy files)

Step 5 (Backups)

Step 6 (Install Prep)

Step 7 (Install the Rom)

Step 8 (One more thing!)

Step 9 (Install Google Apps)

Step 10 ( Final Steps)

Enjoy your newly revamped Galaxy 5.!

If you have any problems post all your questions in the iGyaanforum.com thread over HERE

Steps to Upgrade if you have used the Old Guide

Enjoy the update with tons of bug fixes !

Here are the Specs

Images

Video