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Sony Xperia P Unboxing and Hands On Video
Sony is just about ready to launch their new unibody marvel into the market, and we go unboxing and hands-on, iGyaan Style. The new smart phone has an amazing unibody construction with the top part as a plastic shield to allow network connections.

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- Dimensions: 4.8 x 2.3 x 0.4 inches
- Weight: 4.2 oz
- Available in red, silver, and black
- 4-inch TFT capacitive display (960 x 540)
- Sony WhiteMagic technology
- Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
- Dual-core 1GHz processor
- 1GB RAM
- 16GB built-in storage
- 8.1-megapixel camera w/ AF and LED flash
- Front facing VGA camera
- HD Video recording @ 1080p
- MicroUSB
- 3.5mm audio out
- Radio: Stereo FM / RDS
- 1305mAh Li-Ion battery
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- 8.1-megapixel camera + full HD Video (Exmor R)
- Unibody Shell
- Dual Core 1 GHz CPU + Mail 400MP
- 1 GB Ram
- 13 GB available storage
- Free Cloud account
- High Res 4-inch TFT + Mobile Bravia
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- Handset
- Charging + Sync Cable
- Power Brick
- In Ear Hands Free kit
- Documentation
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- Indian Rupees : 24,999 /-
- US $ : 420
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May 31, 2012
The Samsung Galaxy S III Gets Priced for India Rs. 43180/- MRP

The Galaxy S3 Event is now live, and the price of the S3 has been decided at a whopping Rs. 43,180/- in India. We will keep you updated as more develops.

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May 31, 2012
HTC One S confirmed Release in India set to First week of June, Price of Rs 32,198
HTC has confirmed the launch of the HTC one S in India, claiming that the “One X equivalent – smartphone” will launch in India on the 5th of June for a price of Rs. 32,198. The One S was supposed to be launched with the One X and One V on 2nd April but was delayed.

Everyone looking forward to the device should be aware that the block color suffers from the micro arc oxidation problem and therefore, may not be the best choice for color.

Specs Include:

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- Android 4.0 with HTC Sense 4
- 4.3-inch with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels
- 1.5 GHz dual-core processor
- 8MP camera with AF, LED flash, BSI sensor and 1080p HD video recording
- F2.0 aperture and 28mm lens
- 16GB Internal memory
- 1GB RAM
- Beats Audio
- Wi-Fi, DLNA, micro-USB 2.0, HDMI
- 1650 mAh battery
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May 29, 2012
Samsung Galaxy S III Launch in India Live

We will be covering the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S III in India.

The event takes place on the 31st of May at 12:00 Noon .

(Update the time is now shifted to 1:30 PM)

So bookmark this page and watch the event live.

Live Video

May 29, 2012
Facebook now trying to make another Smartphone

Facebook is back to building smartphones, and this time around its no ChaCha. According to the New York Times Bits blog, the company is hiring old Apple iPhone and iPad engineers and employees to develop phones exclusive to Facebook

[quote]Mark is worried that if he doesn’t create a mobile phone in the near future that Facebook will simply become an app on other mobile platforms. – Said one of the Facebook employees[/quote]

With Facebook’s IPO now out, this unique move may actually help the company gain some movement, when they seem to be slowing down.

May 28, 2012
RIM ready to cut more jobs, 2000 employees’ jobs loom in the future, as Blackberry suffers downfall

Another sad day for Blackberry lovers, The company behind Blackberry does not seem to be getting a break. After selling assets and cutting several jobs, switching CEO’s and gameplay strategies, the company is yet again set to cut upto 2000 jobs in the coming weeks as bad news continues.

The announcement is reportedly said to happen on or before 1st June. 2000 job cuts may seem like a large number, but several other reports including Reuters are pointing at upto 6000 job cuts for the company dealing with massive market loss.

RIM or anyone from the company refuses to comment on the issue at hand. But, we will know sooner than later.

May 28, 2012
Absinthe 2.0 arrives with less fanfare, jailbreaks all in one click , except iPad 2 35nm

Absinthe 2.0 has been released, this tool developed by the “Jailbreak Dream Team” (Chronic-Dev and iPhone Dev), and will support all iPhone and iPad versions, with the exception of iPad2,4.

The jailbreak tool can also be installed on iPod3,1 and 4,1 models. Assuming your iOS device is up and running with firmware 5.1.1 , you can download the latest tool for Mac or PC from the links below.

Let us know if you want a quick tutorial video, in the comments section below.

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May 26, 2012
Samsung Galaxy SIII Launching on 31st May : We Will Cover it Live!

Its official guys, just like we reported earlier, we finally got our invites for the launch of “A New Industry Changing Smartphone” from Samsung and our bets are on the Samsung Galaxy SIII. We are trying to set up a live stream and will push the even out live if we are able to set it up.

As always expect the full hands on treatment followed by many videos for the most anticipated smartphone of 2012, Up till now anyway!

May 23, 2012
Samsung Says Apple lawsuit was not the reason for the design change

Most folks are complaining that the new Samsung Galaxy SIII was designed by Samsung’s lawyers, to prevent further Apple vs Samsung scenarios. But, Samsung design VP Chang Dong-hoon says that the two are not related.

[quote]Our change in smartphone design is part of a five-year plan, not a sudden turn-around,[/quote]

He also claimed that Samsung has emerged as a market leader in design. He insisted that the curved shape of the Galaxy S III in particular had undergone hundreds of iterations.

May 22, 2012
Sony LT29i Hayabusa to be deemed the international version of Xperia GX
Sony is working on a device that is codenamed the Hayabusa, also the LT29i, its turns out to be the international version of the Xperia GX. The GX has interesting specs :
- 4.6-inch Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine
- 1.5GHz dual-core processor
- 16GB internal flash storage.
- 13MP camera with Sony Exmor R for mobile, HD video recording
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
It appears that similar specs will be used for the Hayabusa alongside a high cap 1700mah battery pack. No details on pricing or availability but we will keep you posted.
May 21, 2012
Sony Xperia P to be Available May 25th for 24,999

Sony Mobile’s much awaited Xperia P mobile phone has been deemed to be available starting May 25th for a price Rs. 24999. The Xperia P is a slightly lower version of the Xperia S and will feature a 4-inch Reality Display that Sony claims is the brightest on any screen, so far.

This 120gm phone also has impressive music, it includes xLoud, Clear Bass and 3D surround. It comes with Android 2.3 installed and a Android 4.0 promise.

The one factor that puts it above the Xperia S is Aluminum unibody construction. And as far as internals are concerned its powered by a 1Ghz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM and internal storage of 16GB. The Camera also bears the grunt of downsizing to 8MP vs the 12 on the Xperia S

May 21, 2012
Samsung SIII gets over 9 Million Pre-Orders Worldwide

Samsung Galaxy SIII, the device recently launched in London with a worldwide announcement of features, has received over 9 million pre-orders worldwide according to the Korea Economic Daily. If these numbers are to be believed, then Samsung is almost close to the half of the 20 million SIIs they sold overall till FEB 2012.

According to a separate report by Reuters, the company’s factories are producing 5 million units monthly, so it does not seem like stocks should be an issue once the device does get launched.

[Korea Economic Daily]

May 18, 2012
Sony Xperia U Hands On

Sony is just about to release the Xperia U in the Indian market, for a price of Rs. 17,000/-. For that price we believe the Xperia U has a lot to offer.

The first thing that comes to attention as soon as you handle the device is different light bar at the bottom of the phone. The bar is identical to the one on the Xperia S but with one major difference. It can change colors according to the theme selected. Not only the light bar, but also a small cover at the bottom of the device can be changed to match the theme of the phone’s screen.

In terms of build quality the phone is really solid, and feels really sleek and comfortable in the hand. It is fairly thick at 12 mm and has a light weight of 110 grams. It currently runs Google Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) (Upgrade to Android 4, Ice Cream Sandwich, planned in Quarter 2 2012) ,which is beautifully skinned with their Timescape UI, on top of a 1 GHz STE U8500 Dual Core processor. On the back it has a 5 megapixel camera with auto focus and will be available in two colors black and White, with several replaceable bottom caps.

Check out our hands on images below and stay tuned for the video.

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May 12, 2012
Samsung Omnia M Europe only, 4 inch Super AMOLED (PR)

Samsung’s global version of the Focus 2 will be replaced with the all new Samsung Omnia M. The device features Windows Phone Mango 7.5 running on a 1Ghz processor, a 5 Megapixel autofocus camera alongside a VGA front camera. The Samsung Omnia M will come with a 4 inch Super AMOLED Display. The model number of the Omnia M is same as that of the Omnia W which we reviewed some time back.

The phone will also feature Samsung’s popular Chat-On messenger, the company plans to bring the device to all regions of Europe.

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Samsung Electronics announced the launch of the Samsung Omnia M (model: GT-I8350), a Windows Phone based smartphone ideal for social and entertainment multi-taskers. The Omnia M will be available starting in Europe and rolled out to other regions.

Featuring top-notch multimedia capabilities and a wide array of social connectivity options, the Omnia M is a phone fornon-stop entertainment, content sharing and keeping in touch in whatever way that suits you. It boosts a stunning design, 1GHz performance and a vividly large 4” Super AMOLED display.

The elegant Omnia M complements your style with a minimalist, compact design. It features an ergonomic contoured casing that ensures the device sits comfortably in your hand. An expansive 4.0’’ Super AMOLED display with reduced glare provides a incredible viewing experience and lets you view messaging, multimedia and Web content in brilliant color and clarity—even in daylight conditions—while saving significant battery life.

Keeping up with your social life is easier, fun, and more interactive than ever with the Omnia M. Family Story,Samsung’s cloud-based family network, can be downloaded to let users share family messages, videos and photo slide-shows on a virtual bulletin-board with other Samsung devices. Samsung’s ChatON communication service connects you and users from any phone platform into a single community, enabling spontaneous group chatting and messaging—whether with text, animations or images—in seconds.

The Omnia M wants you to play, share, and access multimedia entertainment. With Samsung AllShare you can play films, games, or any other media direct from your Omnia M to a TV so that family and friends can share the fun. For music lovers, Music Hub offers aSmart DJ feature which automatically generates playlists to suit your mood; and for a touch of creativity, Photo Studio lets you edit your photo images for easy sharing. Windows Live SkyDrive offers 25GB of free online storage for anytime access, storage and sharing of photos, videos, Office documents, andOneNotenotes.

For added social connectivity, Windows Phone’s People Hub unifies all your messaging and contacts into a single portal to instantly sync with Windows Live, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.This ensures you are never left out of touch. The Omnia M also features Samsung’s integrated video-call feature, allowing instant video chats using the phone’s front-facing camera and superior voice audio quality. Keeping in touch has never been easier or more fun.

The Omnia M also offers the quality, consistency and community of the Xbox experience built-in. Access your personal gaming information on Xbox LIVE, including recent games you’ve played, Xbox LIVE leaderboards, and you avatar, Gamerscore and Achievements – all from your phone.

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May 12, 2012
Sony Xperia S Unboxing and Hands on Review

The Sony Xperia S, was launched recently in India, and despite the high price and low specs seems to doing just great in the market. The device has an impressive display one of the best till date, with a 1280×720 px resolution crammed into a 4.3 inch display along with the Mobile Bravia Engine .

First impressions of the device make you feel like the phone is more eye-candy and less functional, but that is quickly changed when you power on the device and the crisp display shows up. The phone appears to be very functional and responsive.

At the heart of the device is a Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8260 Dual Core chipset with 1.5GHz of speed, and a Adreno 220 GPU . The Xperia S has an whopping 12 megapixels of camera resolution at the back with full HD 1080p video capability. On the front is a 1.3 MP camera which is however capable of 720p video aswell.

The design is brilliant and the glowing bar in the bottom area looks exceptionally good. The back panel opens up to give access to the micro-sim slot, the battery is a 1750 mAh battery and is not changeable. The phone has a 16GB store with no micro SD expandability.

Check out the Images and size comparisons below and stay tuned for the full video review.

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Video Unboxing & Hands On (coming soon)

May 11, 2012