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iGyaan Exlusive : First Hands on with the HTC Explorer
iGyaan Exclisive First Hands on with the new HTC Explorer. We will have the specs shortly and an uploaded video aswell.

The device feels really sold and has a rubber back with a metal strip. The HVGA screen looks exceptionally clear and vivid. More Developing….

Full Spec Sheet
- Size / Weight: 102.7 x 58.5 x 12.8 mm
- Networks: HSDPA 900/2100
- Operating System: Android Gingerbread
- Display: 3.2” HVGA resolution
- Camera: 3MP
- Internal Memory: 512MB eMMC, 384MB DDR1 RAM
- Memory Card: 2GB MicroSD™ pre-installed
- WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n
- Bluetooth®: 3.0 w/EDR
- GPS: GPS/AGPS
- Battery: 1,230 mAh
- Special Features: G-sensor, Light sensor, Compass, Proximity sensor, MicroUSB, 3.5mm audio jack
- Chipset Qualcomm®: MSM7227600 MHz
- UX: HTC Sense
September 29, 2011
iGyaan Exclusive : HTC Launches the New HTC Explorer (PR) Updated
HTC along with Vodafone have launched the new HTC Explorer in India. We are live at the event

Spec Sheet
- Size / Weight: 102.7 x 58.5 x 12.8 mm
- Networks: HSDPA 900/2100
- Operating System: Android Gingerbread
- Display: 3.2” HVGA resolution
- Camera: 3MP
- Internal Memory: 512MB eMMC, 384MB DDR1 RAM
- Memory Card: 2GB MicroSD™ pre-installed
- WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n
- Bluetooth®: 3.0 w/EDR
- GPS: GPS/AGPS
- Battery: 1,230 mAh
- Special Features: G-sensor, Light sensor, Compass, Proximity sensor, MicroUSB, 3.5mm audio jack
- Chipset Qualcomm®: MSM7227600 MHz
- UX: HTC Sense
Data Plans for India: Vodafone users will get double data on some 3G plans, which include 200MB for Rs 100, 1GB for Rs 375 and 2GB for Rs 650 plans. You can activate these plans by sending EXPLORER to 111. However it is only valid till December 31.

Pricing: HTC Explorer has been priced it INR 12,650 in India Seems a bit steep, Expect the device to sell for around 10k in the market.

We will have the hands on video along with the full event video up shortly.

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HTC UNVEILS HTC EXPLORER™ – CONTINUES TO

EXPAND THE GLOBAL MARKET FOR AFFORDABLE SMARTPHONES

HTC Explorer delivers an affordable smartphone with HTC Sense and distinct design

NEW DELHI, INDIA – September 29, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today unveiled HTC Explorer, its most affordable smartphone and the latest addition to its global portfolio of devices. HTC Explorer brings an advanced smartphone experience to first time smartphone customers. With a curved and compact design, a 3.2” HVGA touchscreen and 3MP camera, HTC Explorer offers smartphone performance in an attractive and affordable phone.

“HTC Explorer is an easy-to-use smartphone that puts the customer in control, providing quick access to their most important content and information,” said Jason Mackenzie, president of global sales and marketing, HTC Corporation. “HTC Explorer is simply a smarter phone for anyone and it represents another clear demonstration of HTC’s global commitment to expanding the market for advanced smartphones.”

HTC Sense

With HTC Sense™ integrated, customers experience sharp graphics, vibrant animations, a wide variety of widgets and a cinematic and immersive weather experience. HTC Explorer also includes a customizable lock screen that functions as a real-time window to the customer’s most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply waking up the display. The lock screen also enables quick access to the camera for capturing those important moments. It also includes a new Smart Dialer that displays a one-touch menu for quick, easy dialing of contacts.

Stay connected with family and friends

Track social updates from colleagues, friends and family with the People widget that displays social updates in a single easy-to-view thread. You can also easily send a photo, video clip or location in a message with just one touch.

Fast Intuitive Web Browsing

HTC Explorer provides a complete web browsing experience with Adobe® Flash® support, and is the first in its class with a HVGA display, allowing you to run nearly all of the applications in Android Market. Smart URL prediction provides quick access to the top 100 websites, while automatic URL correction streamlines web navigation. Users can make restaurant reservations or connect to customer service hotlines just by tapping the phone numbers listed on any website. And if you’ve forgotten to print out the map of your destination, simply tap on the address to bring up a real-time map and its location.

Take control of your life

The HTC Explorer allows you to access multiple work and personal email accounts and combine different calendars into a single view. Appointments from each calendar are displayed in different colours to deliver a clearer picture of your busy day. New calendar invites are also managed from one tab allowing you determine the best use of your time. HTC Explorer offers you control over your data and mobile services with a usage monitor that tracks your call minutes, messages and data to keep you on top of your spending.

Availability

The HTC Explorer will be available across key markets in EMEA and Asia from Q4 2011 in Metallic Black, Active Black, Metallic Navy and Active Navy. Users will be also able to customize their HTC Explorer with a range of exchangeable back covers in fun and exciting colors including Metallic Blue, Metallic Orange, Metallic White and Metallic Purple.

About HTC

HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.

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September 29, 2011
UPDATE : The HTC Global Launch Event is Now Live!

So we will be there live at the HTC Launch event, and will try and get all the Juicy bits for you guys as soon as possible.

Time : 12:00 noon Indian Standard Time

Bookmark this page for direct updates.

The video is now Live ! this is an iGyaan First!

September 28, 2011
Motorola Fire Xt Xt530, Android 2.3, Unboxing and Hands On

Just after we unboxed the Motorola Fire, we unbox the Motorola Fire XT. The device is a Full Capacitive device which runs android 2.3 off the boot has a faster processor a dedicated GPU and a decent price.

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September 28, 2011
Windows Phone 7.5 ‘Mango’ update being pushed from today

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

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

September 28, 2011
Wow, HTC invites us to the First Ever Global Launch in India on the 29th of Sept. Update its the HTC Explorer!

Woah, what just happened here? Just minutes after the Apple invite we have received an invite from HTC for a first ever global Launch in India. Awesome is the word!

The event is happening this thursday, and this one we will cover Live. Of-course we had to really hide the juicy bits of the information for the sake of the medium. Stay tuned for live and hands on coverage from the event. Right here on iGyaan.in

Update : We have confirmed news that HTC will Launch the Explorer here in India.

HTC Cordially invites you to

Meet the Global Leadership Team

At HTC India’s First Ever Global launch in India

Mr. Jason Mackenzie, President – Global Sales and Marketing, HTC Corporation

Mr. Lennard Hoornik, President, South Asia, HTC Corporation

&

Mr. Faisal Siddiqui, Country Head, HTC India

Come & Experience yet another Innovation in smartphones

September 28, 2011
Apple confirms Oct 4th Apple iPhone Event ! We will Cover it!

Boom shaka! You better believe that it isn’t true up untill Apple says it anyway. Its finally time to put an end to all speculation as Apple has begun sending invites to the Oct 4th quoting “Let’s Talk iPhone”.

This is also the first time iGyaan has received an official invite for an Apple event, at their HQ in Cupertino. Unfortunately we wont be visiting, but we will cover it here live all forms and streams.

Most people are expecting two versions of the iPhone this year. We wont know till Oct 4th, so let the rumor mill run in hyperdrive!

September 27, 2011
Fujitsu Announces the new waterproof Arrows Z ISW11F handset with 13 megapixel Camera (PR)
Poofing Pink is how I like it, The new Fujitsu Arrows Z ISW11f handset caught my attention because of two main things, the color and the fact that its waterproof. Lets also not forget that this phone comes with a awesome 13MP sensor for those Hi-Def Party Shots and videos. Currently only launched in Japan with KDDI.

Specifications include
- Android 2.3.5
- 4.3-inch LCD display with 1,280×720 resolution
- Wimax
- Wi-fi IEEE802.11b/g/n (tethering is possible)
- waterproof body
- 13MP CMOS camera (Exmor R for mobile, ISO25600)
- 1.3MP sub camera
- 1080p video recording
- dual-core TI OMAP4430 CPU (1.2GHz)
- 1GB RAM
- 8GB ROM
- HDMI interface, microSDHC card slot (32GB max.), microUSB port
- Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
- infra-red
- e-wallet function
- digital TV tuner
- GSM, CDMA
- size: 64×128×10.1mm, weight: 131g
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September 26, 2011

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Further, both Mobile WiMAX and Wi available 3G-Fi router and a business tablet. Business tablet, the impact resistance against water and dust can also take advantage of outdoor activities.

This time the “IS series” is, E-mail features, in addition, all models also correspond to the Earthquake and Disaster Message Board. In addition, the total support safety / security of the smart phone, “Security Pack confidence,” we offer.
In addition, automatic photo backup service for smartphones au “au one Photo Air powered by Eye-Fi” and integrated communications services “au one Friends Note”, such as providing, you can choose to enjoy more freedom to communicate easily.

Smartphones for WiMAX, WiMAX high-speed communications for your stay in more customers, minutes available from 1st January 2012, October 2011, “+ WiMAX” monthly fee of 525 yen (tax included) The campaign to free.

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September 27, 2011

Motorola Fire- Qwerty Touch and Type Android 2.3 – Unboxing and Hands On

The Motorola Fire and Fire XT have gathered a lot of attention, especially considering the price of these devices and the fact that both run Android 2.3 from the boot. Check out our version of the Unboxing of the Motorola Fire and the Hands on Images below.

Specifications

Price	Rs. 9,490
Frequency	WCDMA 2100/900, GSM 1800/1900/850/900, HSDPA 7.2 Mbps (Category 7/8), EDGE Class 12, 802.11b/g/n
Phone Style	Touch QWERTY
OS	Android 2.3
Thickness	13.45mm
Length	116.5mm
Width	58mm
Weight	110 grams
Built-in Memory	150 MB available user memory; 512 internal ROM; 256 internal RAM
Additional Memory	MicroSD up to 32GB; 2GB card preloaded
High-speed Data	HSDPA
Connectivity	GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Display screen	Extra bright 2.8-inches 240 x 320 pixel QVGA, 262K TFT
Secondary Screen Size	N/A
Screen Colours	TBC
Camera	Yes
Camera Resolution	3-megapixel
Flash	No
Ringtones	Yes
Music Player	Yes
Music Formats	WAV, H.264, AMR WB, AAC, MPEG-4, MP3, H.263, MIDI, AMR NB, eAAC+ , AAC+
Radio	Yes
Speaker	TBC
Internet	Yes
Browser	TBC
Games	TBC
Processor	600MHz CPU
Battery	1420 mAh; Standard, up to approximately 614 minutes; WCDMA, up to approximately 476 minutes

IMAGE Gallery

Unboxing Video

(uploading now – updated soon)

iGTech

September 27, 2011

Huawei Beats the trend Launches the Honour (PR)
Huawei has defeated all odds and entered the first ever Single Core Device prepped at 1.4GHz processor (not really a first if you ask us).

Lets looks at the full spec list
- Android Gingerbread 2.3.5 OS
- 1900mAh battery
- 1.4 Ghz processor
- 4.0 inch 16M 16:9 true color FWVGA capacitive touch screen
- 8 megapixels auto focus camera supporting HDR, with 2 megapixels front-facing camera
- 2G Network (operating band) GSM 850/900/1800/1900
- 3G Network (operating band) WCDMA/HSPA+ 900/AWS/2100
- Measures 10.9mm (0.43 inches) at its thinnest point and weighs around 140g (0.3 pounds)
- Support Class 10 GPRS and EDGE
- 3G HSPA+ DL 14.4 Mbps/UL 5.76 Mbps
- WiFi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth V2.1 with A2DP
- 512M RAM + 4G ROM memory with a memory card slot up to 32GB
- Micro USB 2.0 port
- Assisted GPS support
- FM radio
- Dual MIC, compass and gyroscope
- G-sensor, proximity sensor and light sensor
- Exclusive Huawei user-interface with a dynamic weather widget
- 160GB network capacity CloudDrive
- DLNA-certified enables sharing with other DLNA-certified devices
- Four Color Options
There is no news on Pricing yet. Read the Full PR below.
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Shenzhen, 26 September 2011: Huawei today officially unveiled the Huawei Honor, its latest Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread smartphone that features a 16M 16:9 true color high-definition (HD) 4-inch FWVGA capacitive touch screen. Powered by a 1,900 MAh battery, Honor frees consumers from the inconvenience of searching for an electricity source, allowing them to share and connect for up to three days1 on a single charge – the longest battery life among smartphones in the 4-inch screen range. With a 1.4 GHz processor, an 8-megapixel HDR2-enabled camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, Honor is a powerhouse in a sleek 10.9 mm-thin body and weighs just 140g.

“Huawei Honor encapsulates the Huawei brand – it features simple-to-use, advanced technology that allows people to share and connect easily. Honor provides a package of features that elevates the smartphone user experience, including an ultra-long battery life, so critical to the performance of smartphones but yet is often downplayed,” said Victor Xu, chief marketing officer of Huawei Device. “Consumers now have a high-performing smartphone that lets them communicate, connect, entertain and share content for an extended period of time without compromising on looks, technology or style.”

Honor comes with an exclusive Huawei user interface which is easier to customize and manage, as well as a dynamic weather widget. Honor also features a Gyroscope which enables a better gaming experience. The smartphone is DLNA-certified which ensures interoperability with other DLNA-certified devices such as digital cameras, game consoles and TVs. This makes it easier for consumers to share their digital photos, music and videos between different DLNA-certified devices. The DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a non-profit organization with more than 250 member companies in the mobile, consumer electronics, PC, and service provider industries. According to ABI Research data, as of 2010, more than 440 million DLNA-certified devices have been installed in homes.

Honor will be commercially available in “Classic Black” in Asia-Pacific, China, Russia and the Middle East in Q4, 2011. Honor will be released in more colors closer to the Christmas holidays.

Technical Specs
Additional Features
Colors and Availability
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September 26, 2011
Micromax A85 Superfone Press shots leaked
Remember we posted the first images of the A85 back in June with an update of confirmed specs earlier this month. Now some official press shots of the device have come into play confirming the shape and specs of the device. The device will be finally called the A85 Superfone as indicated by the images.

The images also confirm the 5MP autofocus camera on the back of the device along, unfortunately there is no flash led. Back seems to be rubberized metal constructionn but we really cant comment on the device before we get a hands on.

Our Source had earlier given the following confirmed specs:
- A Tegra 2 Processor with Geforce8
- Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- 1 GHZ dual core – 2 x Arm Cortex A9 processors
- 512 MB RAM- 8 Gb onboard storage
- 3.8 inch screen with 480×800 pixel resolution
- Capacitive Touch Screen with 4 Multitouch points
- 5 Megapixel camera with tap focus and intelligent illumination
It appears that intelligent illumination will be within the camera and not using a flash led. Pricing speculation remains between 15500-18500 we still have no confirmed reports.

We are trying to get a hands on with the device, you can expect it soon.
September 26, 2011
HTC Runnymede leaked on Video

An employee from the unsuspecting offices of HTC has managed to leak a video of the white version HTC Runnymede. The video was later pulled off from youtube, but not nearly fast enough cuz we managed to retain a copy . Check it out.

September 26, 2011
Samsung sells 10 Million Galaxy S2 units (PR)

About half of what its competitor is selling EACH QUARTER, but Samsung has managed to hype the Galaxy S2 enough to sell 10 million since launch. Their major bump has come after July possibly because of the awaited White version, the company has sold 5 million S2s since the end of July. That is something which is capable of a full blow PR, right below.

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Global popularity with customers drives momentum for Samsung’s flagship smartphone

SEOUL, Korea – September 25th, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced that the Samsung GALAXY S II (Model: GT-I9100) has achieved 10 million global channel sales, doubling from five million in just eight weeks.

The GALAXY S II is Samsung’s flagship smartphone device – a beautifully thin (8.49mm) and lightweight dual-core smartphone that combines an unmatched Super AMOLED Plus viewing experience with powerful performance, all on Android, the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system. The next generation smartphone also includes Samsung’s four content and entertainment hubs, seamlessly integrated to provide instant access to music, games, e-reading and social networking services.

“Since its launch in late April 2011, the GALAXY S II has seen continued sales success, demonstrating Samsung’s industry-leading capabilities in – and commitment to – the smartphone market” said JK Shin, President and Head of Samsung’s Mobile Communications Business.

“In just five months the GALAXY S II has seen tremendous growth, reflecting its tremendous popularity with customers around the world, who in selecting the GALAXY S II as their device of choice have driven the device’s strong market position globally.”

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2010 consolidated sales of US$135.8 billion. Employing approximately 190,500 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, the company consists of nine independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Memory, System LSI and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, semiconductor chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.[/toggle]

September 26, 2011
Duracell MyGrid Cord-free Charging system for iPhone , Blackberries and MicroUsb Devices – Unboxed and Reviewed
Bharat goes on to unbox the simplest docking system for all your devices. If you have as many devices as Bharat has, then this might just be for you. Especially becuase it is now available for a massive discount. Check it out

Specs include Drop and go charging for supported devices technical information below:
- Max Number of Devices: 5 (15W max)
- Dimensions: 6.75” W x 8.5” L x 0.75” H
- Power input: 100 – 240 VAC, 0.4 Amps, 50 – 60 Hz
- Power output: 15VDC; 1A
- Weight: 4.0 oz.
- Certifications: FCC, ETL
September 23, 2011
iG Exclusive : HTC Sensation XE Launches 7th OCT in Europe (UK) and Asia, India Possibly Included
The highly awaited sequel of the HTC Sensation, the HTC Sensation XE is all set to launch in the UK on the 7th of October 2011. It seems like the company is eager to push out its revamped device to the users/consumers, just before the next Apple device can launch.

Sources close to iGyaan have told us that the company plans a launch of the devices in Europe including UK and Asia including India in the first ten days of October 2011. The revamped handset boasts a bunch of improvements over the original Sensation including a faster processor.

Price for the UK remains at £410 (£492 inc. VAT) and the device is expected to HIt India at the 32,500/- Rupees price mark with a significant decrease to 28,500/- within 15-20 days of launch. The box of the Sensation XE will come bundled with urBeats in-ear headphones from Monster Cable (part of Beats by Dre)

The Complete Spec List Includes :

CPU Processing Speed

1.5 GHz, dual core

Storage

Total storage : 4 GB

Available storage : up to 1 GB

RAM : 768 MB
Connectors

3.5 mm stereo audio jack

micro-USB 2.0 (5-pin) port with mobile high-definition video link (MHL) for USB or HDMI connection

(Special cable required for HDMI connection.)
Sensors

Gyro sensor

G-Sensor

Digital compass

Proximity sensor

Ambient light sensor
Multimedia

Gallery, Music, and FM Radio

Beats Audio™

DLNA for wirelessly streaming media from the phone to your TV or computer

Audio supported formats:

Playback: .aac, .amr, .ogg, .m4a, .mid, .mp3, .wav, .wma (Windows Media Audio 9)

Recording: .amr

Video supported formats:

Playback: .3gp, .3g2, .mp4, .wmv (Windows Media Video 9), .avi (MP4 ASP and MP3), .xvid (MP4 ASP and MP3)

Recording: .3gp
Power & Battery

Battery type: Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

Capacity: 1730 mAh

Talk time:

WCDMA: Up to 445 minutes

GSM: Up to 550 minutes

Standby time³:

WCDMA: Up to 540 hours

GSM: Up to 310 hours
Network

HSPA/WCDMA:

Europe/Asia: 900/AWS/2100 MHz

Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE:

850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Platform

Android™ with HTC Sense™

Camera

8 megapixel color camera: Auto focus and dual LED flash

Front camera: VGA fixed focus color camera

HD video recording: 1080p HD video recording
Internet

3G:

Up to 14.4 Mbps download speed

Up to 5.76 Mbps upload speed

GPRS:

Up to 80 kbps downloading

EDGE:

Up to 236.8 kbps downloading

Wi-Fi®:

IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth

Bluetooth® 3.0

A2DP for wireless stereo headsets

FTP and OPP (object push) for file transfer

PBAP for phonebook access from the car kit

Other supported profiles: AVRCP, GAP, GOEP, HFP, HID, HSP, MAP, SPP, SDAP
Social Networking

Facebook® and Twitter™ for HTC Sense

Friend Stream

Share photos/videos on Facebook®, Flickr®, Twitter™, or YouTube™
Location

Internal GPS antenna

With Locations, explore maps with zero wait, zero dead spots, and zero data roaming fees
Tethering

USB and Wi-Fi® tethering
Recommended Windows System Requirements

Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, or Windows® XP

HTC Sync
September 23, 2011