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Adobe launches Creative Suite 6 in India
Creative Suite 6

Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced their toolkit for design, web and video professionals with the unveiling of Adobe® Creative Suite 6 product line in India. Powerful new releases of 14 CS6 applications and four Creative Suites – Adobe Creative Suite 6 Design & Web Premium, Adobe Creative Suite 6 Design Standard, Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium; and Adobe Creative Suite 6 Master Collection – drive home Adobe’s continued innovation across creative markets.

[quote]Designers get a ton of innovation with CS6 with milestone release across all our flagship products, said David Wadhwani, Senior Vice President, Digital Media at Adobe. With CS6 we’re also introducing new products, new mobile workflows and advanced publishing capabilities that show we are laser-focused on ensuring design, web and video pros have everything they need for the delivery of high-impact content and apps.[/quote]

Check out the press release below :

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Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the ultimate toolkit for design, web and video professionals with the unveiling of Adobe® Creative Suite® 6 product line in India. Powerful new releases of 14 CS6 applications and four Creative Suites – Adobe Creative Suite 6 Design & Web Premium, Adobe Creative Suite 6 Design Standard, Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium; and Adobe Creative Suite 6 Master Collection – drive home Adobe’s continued innovation across creative markets.

“Designers get a ton of innovation with CS6 with milestone release across all our flagship products,” said David Wadhwani, Senior Vice President, Digital Media at Adobe. “With CS6 we’re also introducing new products, new mobile workflows and advanced publishing capabilities that show we are laser-focused on ensuring design, web and video pros have everything they need for the delivery of high-impact content and apps.”

The release is particularly significant for the large Indian creative community, which is riding a wave of digital content, media and connectivity proliferation in the country. India’s Media and Entertainment industry is expected to register a CAGR of 15 percent to reach INR 1,457 billion by 2016, according to a recent FICCI-KPMG Report. The imminent arrival of nationwide 4G network connectivity along with affordable tablet devices are expected to generate significant tailwinds fueling growth in digital content creation and consumption.

“Adobe CS6 release has come just ahead of what is likely to be a period of unprecedented new opportunities for the Indian creative industry. This release includes what the creative professionals will need to bring their vision to life and manage how and where it is delivered to the end audience – whether on smartphones, tablets, the desktop or through traditional media,” said UmangBedi, Managing Director – South Asia, Adobe Systems. “Adobe is a leading provider of HTML tools, enabling designers to work efficiently and effectively, creating across devices and platforms such as iOS, Android, Windows Mobile or Symbian.”

Expressing his views on the launch of Creative Suite 6 in India, Naresh Malik, Global COO – Media & Creative Services, Reliance MediaWorks said, “The prospect of being able to produce an outstanding piece of creative work at a much faster pace, for myriad content consumption devices and platforms, and share it with the world at the click of a button, is transforming the creative process across industries. At Reliance MediaWorks, we are leading this transformation to deliver cutting-edge film post production, global imaging, creative as well as production services and have partnered closely with Adobe, leveraging their Creative Suite portfolio. We find ourselves at a very exciting time in the history of entertainment and creativity, and are equally excited about the possibilities Adobe’s Creative Suite 6 holds for taking the creative process into a new realm altogether.”

“Adobe has a winner on its hands yet again. The upgrades and the new features in Creative Suite 6 are not only innovative but immensely compelling, especially to a diversified media group like ours. Our teams cannot wait to leverage the entire range of exceptional features that this suite of products has to offer,” said KushalRuia, Creative Head, ACK Animation Studio.

Major CS Upgrades and All-New Muse Anchor Landmark Launch for Designers

The performance and workflow enhancements in Adobe Photoshop CS6 (see separate press release), InDesign CS6 and Illustrator CS6 will result in significant time savings for print, web and mobile projects.
- In Photoshop CS6, designers will experience incredible performance, powered by the Adobe Mercury Graphics Engine, enabling near instant results from essential editing tools, including Liquify, Puppet Warp, Transform and Lighting Effects.
- Adobe has built on Photoshop’s breakthrough Content-Aware capabilities with advanced new Content-Aware Patch and Content-Aware Move features.
- Illustrator CS6 debuts a revamped modern interface and features include a new Image Tracing Engine, Pattern Creation and Gradient Strokes. The Mercury performance system delivers speed and stability, including 64-bit support for Mac OS and Windows.
- InDesign CS6 continues to blaze a trail in publishing, streamlining the creation of multiple layouts from a single set of content with new Adaptive Design Tools – Alternate Layout, Liquid Layout, Content Collector Tools and Linked
Content.
- A brand new application, Adobe Muse, a radical new tool that enables designers to create and publish HTML5 web sites without writing code, was also announced today.
Adobe Doubles-Down on HTML5 Tooling for Web Professionals

Innovative new workflows and capabilities across Adobe tools simplify the creative process for today’s web designers, developers and interactive professionals.
- Web pros can conveniently integrate HTML5 animations, created with Adobe Edge Preview, into their Dreamweaver projects, driving home Adobe’s leadership in tooling for the HTML5 web standard.
- Dreamweaver CS6 addresses the challenge of responsive web designs with the ability to build fluid grid layouts replacing the tedious manual process of creating and configuring separate CSS-based interfaces for phone, tablet and desktop.
- Through direct integration with Adobe’s recently announced PhoneGap Build service, Dreamweaver CS6 helps round out a Web professional’s skillset and enables them to produce native mobile applications for multiple platforms.
- Flash Professional CS6 users can easily translate and transition their skills to HTML5 using the Flash Professional Toolkit for CreateJS. Flash Professional CS6 also helps designers to create exciting and impactful gaming experiences and advancements include the ability to generate sprite sheets that improve workflows and performance.
- Pre-built native extensions and new packaging options, leveraging the latest Adobe Flash Player and AIR runtimes, help expand and ease app delivery to Android and iOS devices.
Production Premium CS6 Pushes Boundaries of Video Creativity

Redesigned by and for video editors, with major performance enhancements, the tools included in Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium set a new standard in professional video.
- With dozens of new features Adobe Premiere Pro CS6 is the hub of any professional video workflow, featuring a sleek new editing environment. The powerful Adobe Mercury Playback Engine now supports OpenCL on MacBook Pros.
- The most significant After Effects release in a decade, After Effects CS6 is faster and more responsive than ever. With Global Performance Cache, previews are saved and ready to go- cutting the time spent bouncing between projects.
- New to Production Premium are Adobe® Prelude™ CS6, which streamlines logging and ingest workflows in post-production, and Adobe SpeedGrade, which contains powerful finishing tools for film finishing and color grading.
- Adobe Audition CS6 accelerates audio post-production: real-time clip stretching makes it simple to stretch clips to fit an edit; and Automatic Speech Alignment introduces a powerful new engine for automated dialogue analysis.
- A new 3rd party API for hardware integration – Adobe Mercury Transmit – allows broadcast video monitoring to connect directly into the Mercury Playback Engine via third-party cards from AJA, Blackmagic Design, and Matrox.
“The urge to be creative is ubiquitous, and harnessing the creative spark, in everybody from school children to creative pros, has never been more important,” said ShantanuNarayen, CEO at Adobe. “Everyone has the potential to create, and wherever, whenever inspiration strikes, Adobe will be there to help capture, refine and publish your ideas.”

Pricing and Availability

Adobe Creative Suite 6 products are available through Adobe Authorised Resellers and the Adobe Online Store athttp://shop.adobe.com/in. The estimated street prices (ESP) for the Creative Suite products are expected to be INR 1,56,577 for CS6 Master Collection, INR 1,14,421 for CS6 Design and Web Premium, INR 1,14,421 for CS6 Production Premium and INR 78,288 for CS6 Design Standard. Upgrade pricing and volume licensing are available.Taxes as applicable.

Education pricing for students, faculty and staff in K-12 and higher education is available from Adobe Authorized Education Resellers. For more information regarding education volume licensing for higher education and K-12 institutions please visit:http://www.adobe.com/in/education.html

For more detailed information about features, OS support, upgrade policies, pricing and international versions please visit:

http://www.adobe.com/in/products/creativesuite.html

For updates and news about Adobe India, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/adobeindia and follow us on Twitter: @AdobeIndia

Notes to Editor

About Adobe Systems Incorporated

Adobe is changing the world through digital experiences. For more information, visit www.adobe.com/in.

© 2012 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved. Adobe, the Adobe logo, Creative Suite,Adobe Muse, Adobe Photoshop CS6 Extended, Adobe Illustrator CS6, Adobe InDesign CS6, Adobe Flash CS6 Professional, Adobe Dreamweaver CS6, Adobe After Effects CS6, Adobe Premiere Pro CS6, Adobe Audition CS6, Adobe Prelude CS6 and Adobe Fireworks CS6 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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June 20, 2012
LG launches Optimus 3D MAX and Optimus L7

The Optimus 3D MAX

LG today added 2 new smartphones to its Optimus series- the Optimus 3D MAX and Optimus L7.

LG Optimus 3D MAX has a 4.3-inch screen with WVGA resolution & NOVA Display. Specs include a Tri-dual 1.2Ghz OMAP4430 processor (Dual Core, Dual Channel & Dual Memory), 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage with a microSD card slot, two 5 megapixel cameras, and a 1,520mAh battery. The phone runs on Android 2.3, Gingerbread and is 9.6mm thin.

[quote]According to Mr. Soon Kwon, President South West Asia Region & MD LG India, LG Optimus 3D MAX is a natural and powerful evolution of LG Optimus 3D. Building on the phenomenal success of the original Optimus 3D, we are proud to unveil this ultimate Smartphone. In 2012, we will take LG’s leadership in Speed, Screen and Content to a whole new level. With the Optimus 3D MAX, we want to set new standards of quality viewing and powerful performance on mobiles packed in a slim and modern design.[/quote]

The Optimus 3D MAX offers glass-less 3D experience

LG has also customized some of the software on the phone to take complete advantage of the glasses-less 3D capability. The 3D Converter takes 2D content of any available media (Videos, Pictures, Games) and converts them to 3D for your viewing pleasure. A 3D video editor is also included, allowing you to edit your video footage in 3D in realtime, and a 3D Hot Key allows you to quickly switch between 2D and 3D views.

The L7 follows LG's 'L' Design

Optimus L7 runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and belongs to a range of devices with LG’s Unique Design Philosophy – ‘ L-Style’. It has a 4.3-inch display that supports WVGA (480×800) pixel resolution and comes with a 5-megapixel camera with LED Flash at the back and a 1.3 megapixel front facing camera. With mere 8.7 mm slim body, the LG Optimus L7 houses a single-core 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon mobile processor. It comes loaded with 1 GB RAM and offers 4 GB onboard storage. This smartphone also features Bluetooth 3.0, WiFi and GPS sensors. The LG Optimus L7 also comes loaded with LG Mobile TV- an inbuilt application where users can view 50+ live TV Channels, Online Widget Support, on demand service and Free TV Viewing for 2 months from the date of activation. It would also be the first device to feature LG’s Optimus UI 3.0.

The LG Optimus 3D Max is priced at MOP of Rs.30, 500 /- and the LG Optimus L 7 is priced at MOP of Rs.19, 900 /-.

June 20, 2012
SanDisk launches world’s fastest Micro SD and a trio of Cruzers

SanDisk claims this is the world's fastest Micro SD card

SanDisk launched what it claims to be the world’s fastest Micro SD card, the Extreme Pro microSDHC line of storage add-ons for your smartphone or tablet. It has advertised speeds of 95MB/s read and 90MB/s write. The card is expected to be available by the third quarter of 2012 and in 8GB and 16GB capacities. The 8GB model will be priced at Rs. 2,599 while the 16GB model will be available for Rs. 4,699.

It also launched four USB flash drives – SanDisk Extreme, Cruzer Glide, Cruzer Facet and Cruzer Pro. These USB drives are extremely efficient and promise very high speed. SanDisk also introduced the SanDisk SecureAccess software that allows encryption and password protection for selected files on the USB drive, also providing 2GB of online storage.

The Cruzer Glide is available in 4GB and 128GB and is priced between Rs 301 and Rs 6,161, Cruzer Pop is SanDisk’s thinnest USB drive amd comes in three colours. It’s available in 4GB and 32GB and is priced between Rs 259 and Rs 1,406.

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SANDISK INTRODUCES WORLD’S FASTEST MEMORY CARD
FOR SMARTPHONES AND TABLETS

Loads apps faster, transfers files quicker and improves overall system responsiveness with up to 95MB/sec read and up to 90MB/sec write speeds1

Ideal for users running multiple apps such as mobile games, email, photo capture and Full-HD2 video recording

Mobile phones will capture 525 billion images in 2012 and nearly one third of all video footage in 2014, according to IDC

MILPITAS, Calif., June 19, 2012-SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced the world’s fastest mobile memory card. The SanDisk Extreme Pro® microSDHC™ UHS-I card is ideal for smartphone and tablet users who want to boost their device’s storage capacity while enjoying the fastest mobile experience.

Maximum Performance for Next-Generation Mobile Devices
The SanDisk Extreme Pro microSDHC UHS-I card enables smartphone and tablet users to fully enjoy their mobile device’s advanced applications.

·Full HD Video Capture: Mobile phones will capture approximately one third of all video footage by 2014, according to IDC3. With a UHS Speed Class 1 rating (Class 10 equivalent), the new card allows consumers to record superior Full HD videos, even in 3D

·High-Quality Photo Capture: Mobile phones will capture 525 billion photos in 2012, roughly half of all photos captured this year, according to IDC4. The card is ideal for mobile imaging applications, offering up to 90MB/sec write speed for capturing multiple photos using burst mode with a UHS-I enabled mobile device

·Faster File Transfers: With up to 95 megabyte per second (MB/sec) read speed, the card moves files quickly between host devices

·Seamless Multitasking; Fast Downloads: The card allows consumers to smoothly run multiple applications at the same time and download files quickly using 4G LTE phones

“SanDisk offers the broadest mobile memory card lineup in the industry,” said Chris Loh, director, product marketing, SanDisk. “Our portfolio includes microSD cards with the fastest speeds, highest storage capacities and reliability that consumers demand.”

Availability and Pricing
The SanDisk Extreme Pro microSDHC UHS-I card is available on www.sandisk.com in 8 gigabyte (GB)5 and 16GB capacities carrying MSRPs of $59.99 and $99.99. The card is compatible with any microSDHC-slotted device and is ideal for UHS-enabled smartphones and tablets.

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SANDISK ANNOUNCES ITS FASTEST, THINNEST AND HIGHEST-CAPACITY
USB FLASH DRIVES

New USB 3.0 flash drive transfers files up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 drives at up to 190MB/s1

SanDisk’s highest-capacity USB flash drive features 128GB2 of storage

Stylish and ultra-thin drives now available for fashion fans and youths

MILPITAS, Calif., June 19, 2012-SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced a suite of USB flash drives that includes SanDisk’s fastest, thinnest and highest-capacity USB products ever. The drives offer consumers the storage they need to carry libraries of digital content with them wherever they go, transfer their files quickly and do so with style.

“Whether consumers are seeking super-fast transfer speeds, maximum storage capacity or a stylish fashion statement, we offer a drive to meet their needs,” said Bob O’Keefe, vice president, retail marketing, SanDisk. “SanDisk pioneered the USB drive and now offers one of the broadest lineups in the industry, with a wide range of form factors and reliability that consumers can count on to store their important files.”

SanDisk Extreme USB Flash Drive
The USB 3.0-enabled SanDisk Extreme® USB flash drive can transfer, store and share large files up to 10 times faster with speeds of up to 190MB/s. USB 3.0-enabled device shipments will surpass one billion in 2014, up from 70 million in 2011, according to NPD In-Stat*. The SanDisk Extreme USB flash drive provides the fast performance that these next-generation computing devices demand.

The drive dramatically reduces wait times for consumers. It can transfer smaller files almost instantaneously and larger files such as a 3GB file in 20 seconds or a 40GB file in four minutes3. The SanDisk Extreme USB flash drive is backed by a lifetime limited warranty4 and available worldwide now in 16GB to 64GB capacities carrying MSRPs of $64.99 to $159.99.

Cruzer® Glide™ USB Flash Drive
The 128GB Cruzer® Glide™ USB flash drive is SanDisk’s highest-capacity USB drive ever, and features reliable, secure and portable storage for photos, videos, music and other files. The drive is an ideal companion for anyone using ultra-thin notebooks, which are often limited to 128GB of storage. In such a configuration, the Cruzer Glide USB allows consumers to double their available storage with a convenient portable solution.

Backed by a two year limited warranty5, the Cruzer Glide USB flash drive is available worldwide now in 4GB to 64GB capacities with MSRPs starting at $19.99. The 128GB capacity will be available worldwide in Q3 2012 carrying an MSRP of $249.99.

Cruzer® Facet™ USB Flash Drive
For users whose style is reflected in everything they do, the Cruzer® Facet™ USB flash drive is a durable drive with stainless-steel casing designed with a variety of rich vibrant colors and a faceted texture. The Cruzer Facet drive combines function and personality, making it a fashionable way to store digital files.

It is available worldwide now in 8GB to 32GB capacities carrying MSRPs of $32.99 to $84.99.

Cruzer® Pop™ USB Flash Drive
The Cruzer® Pop™ USB flash drive is designed for young urban users looking for unique designs that complement their personality. The fun custom USB flash drive features rich colors and patterns plus a unique design that opens with a “pop” and conceals and protects the connector when not in use.

This new drive is SanDisk’s thinnest and is available worldwide now in 8GB to 32GB capacities carrying MSRPs of $32.99 to $84.99.

Available Software
Virtually every SanDisk USB drive and all drives in the new suite include secure file encryption and password protection. SanDisk® SecureAccess™ software provides 128-bit AES file encryption and password protection6 for private files while leaving the rest of the drive available for worry-free sharing. For added protection and convenience, two GB of secure online storage7 is offered for easy file backup and access from any web browser.

SanDisk also offers downloadable Cloud Catcher software, which allows users to backup and organize personal data from some of their favorite social media and online sites, hassle free on a SanDisk USB drive.

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June 20, 2012
What happens when an iPhone mates with a Galaxy S2? A “VOX” is born!

Exteriors of a Galaxy S2 with iOS like icons.

When we saw this phone, we were left dumbstruck. In front of us was a device, the v9500, which had the exteriors of a Galaxy S2 but an OS notoriously similar aesthetically to Apple’s iOS. Wait, it doesn’t end here.

It has 1.3MP Camera, analog TV, stereo wireless FM and expandable memory up to 8 GB (4GB + 4GB) along with long battery back-up for uninterrupted usage. It has 3.5 Inches wide touch screen and has 4 sim card slots!!!! FOUR!!! It’s available for purchase online at a price of Rs 3,999!

We would surely be reviewing this “phone” as soon as we get our hands on it!

June 20, 2012
Synology launches DiskStation DS112+

The NAM features two USB 3.0 ports to deliver fast file transfer speed up to 5 Gb/sec

Synology Inc. today launched DiskStation DS112+, an all-in-one NAS server that offers high performance with energy-efficient and quiet design for small and medium businesses.

Network-attached storage (NAS) is file-level computer data storage connected to a computer network providing data access to heterogeneous clients

[quote]With DiskStation DS112+, Synology has introduced an invaluable selection for SMB users where high performance meets eco-friendly design, said Peter Chen, product manager of Synology Inc. This is the best option for providing users with fast and reliable solutions to share, sync and backup data with minimal time spent on setup process and management.[/quote]

It is powered by a 2.0 GHz processor and includes 512 MB of memory, boasting read and write speeds up to 107 MB/sec and 76 MB/sec respectively in a Windows environment. In addition, the DS112+ features two USB 3.0 ports to deliver fast file transfer speed up to 5 Gb/sec, a throughput speed at 10 times faster than USB 2.0.

The device will start world-wide shipping from today.

Check out the press release below :

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Release Date: June 19^th, 2012

Synology^® Presents DiskStation DS112+

Compact & Responsive, the Central Data Hub for SMBs

Taipei, Taiwan—June 19, 2012—Synology^® Inc. today launched DiskStation DS112+, an all-in-one NAS server that offers high performance with energy-efficient and quiet design for small and medium businesses.

“With DiskStation DS112+, Synology has introduced an invaluable selection for SMB users where high performance meets eco-friendly design,” said Peter Chen, product manager of Synology Inc. “This is the best option for providing users with fast and reliable solutions to share, sync and backup data with minimal time spent on setup process and management.”

Synology DiskStation DS112+ is powered by a 2.0 GHz processor and includes 512 MB of memory, boasting read and write speeds up to 107 MB/sec and 76 MB/sec respectively in a Windows^® environment. In addition, the DS112+ features two USB 3.0 ports to deliver fast file transfer speed up to 5 Gb/sec, a throughput speed at 10 times faster than USB 2.0.

The DS112+’s distinct chassis design enhances the overall airflow to keep the system running cool while minimizing the noise level to 18.4 dB(A) with its two side ventilation openings and a 60 mm low-rotation rear fan. As one of Synology’s top rated power-saving DiskStation, the DS112+ consumes only 14.6 watts in operation and further reduces to 6.34 watts when hard drive enters hibernation mode.

The DS112+ is running on DiskStation Manager 4.0 (DSM 4.0), the operating system of every Synology NAS Server. DSM 4.0 provides rich features to boost users’ productivity and simplify their tasks, all on a sleek user interface optimized for multitasking. Acknowledged for its continuous worldwide recognition, Synology received WINMAG Pro’s “2011 SMB Proof Award” for the same series DS411+II.

For more information, please visit

http://www.synology.com/products/product.php?product_name=DS112%2B&lang=enu

Availability
Synology DiskStation DS112+ is now shipping globally.

Synology at a Glance

Synology is dedicated to taking full advantage of the latest technologies to bring businesses and home users reliable and affordable ways to centralize data storage, simplify data backup, share and sync files across different platforms, and access data on-the-go. Synology aims to deliver products with forward-thinking features and the best in class customer services.

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June 20, 2012
HCL reveals 2012 road-map, All-In-One PC and Smart series laptop launched (PR)
HCL Infosystems revealed their 2012 road-map at an event here in New Delhi today. Mr Princi Bhatnagar, VP and Head Consumer Computing, HCL started out by telling us about what the future consumer scenario would look like. The next generation consumers would be made up largely by youth who’d want value-for-money products with a style quotient and functionality. Affordable IT would become a necessity.

He was followed by Mr Gautam, Head of mobility division, HCL who gave a few numbers regarding HCL’s position in the tablet market. Currently, they have an overall market share of 18%.

Pariniti Chopra with Mr. Princy Bhatnagar and Mr. Gautam

Princy Bhatnagar at the event

HCL also revealed 2 new products, the Beanstalk AIO PC and the Smart Series1044 Laptop.

[quote]HCL Infosystems has a strong tradition in consumer computing products and today with the unveiling of the first set of Consumer Computing 2012 products we are taking another significant step as a manufacturer of computing devices. The all new range is a perfect balance of technology and lifestyle backed with innovative and sleek features. The next gen HCL devices are loaded with premium features, but at the same time offer absolute value-for-money to our customers, Mr Princy Bhatnagar said. [/quote]

The Beanstalk AIO PC

2 models of the Beanstalk range have been launched, the Beanstalk AD1V0027 (MRP Rs 33696/-) and the Beanstalk AD1V0028 (MRP Rs 37908/-). Both sport features like a 47 cm LED Backlit, anti-glare display and 2GB DDR memory models. Both are powered by 2nd generation Intel core processors. They will come with an “Edutainment” pack which includes several free DVD’s ranging from games to learning to movies.

The Smart Series Laptop

Also launched was the HCL Smart Series 1044 Laptop, at a starting point of Rs 20990/-, weighing just 2 kilograms. It’s powered by the Intel Processor B815, the device adorns a stylish look with a sturdy Maze texture finish to enhance durability. It comes with a 14.o” HD (LED Backlit) screen and 1.3 MP camera to support video chat.

All the three computers would be available from purchase starting today itself.

It was also announced that a new Ultra Book and a Tiny Top PC would be launched later this year.

The ultra-book which will be launched later this year.

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HCL Infosystems unveils Consumer Computing 2012

Charts robust road map for computing consumer products
- First set of Next Gen Computing Products launched – Beanstalk series AIO PC and Smart Series 1044 Laptop
- Showcases the soon to be launched HCL Ultrabook and the Ultra Small PC – HCL Tiny Top
- Computing Devices with unique combination of Play, Learn and Entertainment
- Sleek, innovative and premium features yet absolute value for money
New Delhi, 19^th June, 2012:  HCL Infosystems Ltd., India’s Premier Hardware, Services and ICT Systems Integration and Distribution Company launched Next Gen devices at a press conference in the capital city today and reiterated its presence in the consumer computing space. Building on their success of over three decades, HCL Infosystems launched the new Beanstalk range of AIO (All in One) PC and the Smart Series Laptop and also showcased its range of lifestyle technology products including tablets and the soon to be launched HCL Ultrabook and the Ultra Small PC – HCL Tiny Top. The new products encompass the elements of Play, Learn and Entertainment for its users. These products are packed with unique features and innovations, designed to suit diverse technology requirements of modern times.

At the launch Mr. Princy Bhatnagar, VP and Head Consumer Computing, HCL Infosystems Ltd. said, “HCL Infosystems has a strong tradition in consumer computing products and today with the unveiling of the first set of Consumer Computing 2012 products we are taking another significant step as a manufacturer of computing devices. The all new range is a perfect balance of technology and lifestyle backed with innovative and sleek features. The next gen HCL devices are loaded with premium features but at the same time offers absolute value for money to our customers. With this launch, HCL Infosystems fortifies its space in the consumer computing space by redefining consumer experience and we are now poised for more growth in this segment.”

HCL Infosystems has launched the AIO (All-in-One) PC under its Beanstalk range. Packed with edutainment features, presently two models under this series has been introduced – HCL Beanstalk AD1V0027 (MRP: Rs. 33696/-) and the HCL Beanstalk AD1V0028 (MRP: Rs. 37908/).  Both the models sports features like a 47 cm (18.5”) LED backlit, Anti glare display and 2GB DDR memorymodels. Powered by 2nd generation Intel core processors, the Beanstalk AIO’s has elegant looks and has a sleek, unique space saving design. The machines also have unique acrylic at the stands to give a crystal finish. The Beanstalk AIO’s has Crystal Clear Audio as it has integrated bottom speakers with perforated louvers for excellent audio quality. The AIO’s are also eco-friendly as itminimizes power consumption and is ROHS (Restriction of Use of Hazardous Substances) compliant. Additionally, the AIO’s also will provide customers with the “edutainment” advantage by offering aPlay, Learn & Entertainment Kit. For play, the pack will have an activity zone with DVDs worth Rs. 2000/- consisting of 20 original games. Again for Learning, education content worth Rs. 10,000 powered by Britannica Student Library and for Entertainment, a Hungama coupon worth Rs. 2000 with free song & video download will be respectively provided in the pack.



With the launch of the HCL Smart Series 1044 Laptop, HCL Infosystems has aimed to offer a premium laptop at an attractive price point starting from an MRP of Rs. 20990/-. With power packed features and latest technology, the Smart Series 1044 laptop offers exceptional on-the-go experience with unmatched connectivity and portability. Weighing just over 2 kilograms and offering access to high speed internet through in-built gigabit LAN & HDMI ports, the HCL ME 1044 is all set to redefine mobility.  Powered by Intel Processor B815, the device provides for improved graphics, smarter performance, longer battery hours and ensures an unmatched cinematic experience.  The laptop adorns a super stylish look with its sturdy Maze texture finish to enhance durability and also has a high strength surface to prevent scratches.

The Smart Series Laptop comes with a 14.0″ HD (LED backlit) screen and a 1.3 Mega Pixel camera to support video chat.  The laptop provides for a great user experience with a chocolate keyboard (which enhances typing speed as there is less of sagging of the keys) and a touch pad supporting multi gesture functions. The in-built advanced Dolby audio system enhances sound clarity and overall multimedia experience. The Smart Series 1044 also comes with “BuzzTop” by Hungama (powered by Intel)  that provides an immersive and engaging media experience to the user . The laptop also provides for superb thermals, which is ideal for Indian conditions. The Smart Series 1044 laptop is ideal for families who needs to upgrade from a desktop to a laptop to match today’s lifestyle and their children’s modern computing needs as well as for students who are looking a smart laptop with premium features.

The Beanstalk AIO PC and the Smart Series 1044 laptop will be available in stores in Delhi and across India from today onwards.

Earlier this year in April, HCL Infosystems had also launched the powerful and stylish ME U1 Tablet and a path breaking education tablet – the MyEduTab that makes learning easy and fun.

About HCL Infosystems:

HCL Infosystems Ltd, with revenue (LTM) of US$ 2.4 billion (Rs.10,754 crores) is India’s premier hardware, services and ICT systems integration company offering a wide spectrum of ICT products that includes Computing, Storage, Networking, Security, Telecom, Imaging and Retail. HCL is a one-stop-shop for all the ICT requirements of an organization. India’s leading System Integration and Infrastructure Management Services Organization, HCL has specialized expertise across verticals including Telecom, BFSI, eGovernance & Power. HCL has India’s largest distribution and retail network, taking to market a range of Digital Lifestyle products in partnership with leading global ICT brands, including Apple, Cisco, Ericsson, Kingston, Kodak, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Nokia, Toshiba, and many more. HCL today has India’s largest vertically integrated computer manufacturing facility with over three decades of electronic manufacturing experience & HCL desktops is the largest selling brand into the enterprise space. With India’s largest ICT services network that reaches to every corner of India, HCL’s award winning Support Services makes it the preferred choice of enterprise and consumers, alike.

For more information please visit us at www.hclinfosystems.in

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June 20, 2012
HCL working on 7″ WiFi plus 3G Tablet called Y2

Mr. Gautam (left) with Pariniti Chopra

At its press event in Delhi, Mr Gautam, Head of mobility division, HCL, revealed that they are working on a tablet, called the Y2, with a 7″ screen which would have WifI+3G capabilities. Not much details were given but we were told that the device would surely be launched in August. It would be HCL’s third tablet device (all 7″) and would be targeted at the Rs 8000/- price range. It would most probably run on ICS.

Currently HCL have an overall market share of 18% with around 3000 retailers.

June 20, 2012
Jabra launches its summer collection – CLIPPER Series!
The clipper comes in several bright colours

Jabra has launched its stylish summer collection which includes fashionable CLIPPER models in trendy colours. Its the perfect amalgamation of fashion and technology.

The clipper can team up with your favorite set of headphones or earphones

It is compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled devices and equipped with Multiuse™ capability, it can team up with your favorite set of headphones or earphones (any model with standard 3.5mm jack). Stream music wirelessly from portable devices, all without missing a call as incoming phone calls will automatically override the music being played. To carry out a phone conversation, simply slide the CLIPPER onto your collar or closer to your mouth to use its built-in microphone.

The key features of the headset are Bluetooth 2.1, including EDR, A2DP and AVRCP, US Military Grade Rain and Shock protection, Talk/Music time – up to 6 hours; standby time – up to 8 days, Noise-blocking Stereo Ear buds etc.

Check out the press release below –
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June 15, 2012: Just in time for the season where fashion intersects technology, the Jabra CLIPPER™ bursts forth with new Scandinavian summer colors of Tangerine Tango, Turquoise, New Pink and White. Combining fiercely cool color pops with quality audio output and snazzy design, Bluetooth fans can now mix-and-match mobile music and talk with even greater style and flair.

The nifty, chic Jabra CLIPPER™ with its built-in microphone attaches to clothing or bag-strap and can connect via Bluetooth to a smart phone and a tablet simultaneously. With its Multiuse™ technology, Jabra CLIPPER™ users on the move can enjoy the freedom of listening to their music, multimedia and managing their voice-calls with a single set of headphones or earphones.

Great tunes in vibrant hues

According to Ms. Ann Goh, Head of Sales, South Asia Region, GN Netcom (S) Pte Ltd, responsible for mobile products business in South East Asia, “As mobile music becomes more popular across Southeast Asia markets in tandem with increasing adoption of smart phones, tablets and MP3 players, trend-savvy music lovers look for hands-free audio solutions that match their personal preferences of color, fashion and audio style. Jabra CLIPPER™ in classic black has been a stand-out hit with busy professionals and executives from day one. With latest range of vivid and luxe shades, Jabra CLIPPER™ now offers users a choice of colors to enhance their music experience, individual style and hands-free communications.”

Hands-free simplicity on the fly

Jabra CLIPPER™ is the perfect versatile audio solution: compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled devices and equipped with Multiuse™ capability, it can team up with your favorite set of headphones or earphones (any model with standard 3.5mm jack). Stream music wirelessly from portable devices, all without missing a call as incoming phone calls will automatically override the music being played. To carry out a phone conversation, simply slide the Jabra CLIPPER™ onto your collar or closer to your mouth to use its built-in microphone.

Music and calls for the active user

Weighing just 20g and capable of delivering 6 hours of music/talk time, Jabra CLIPPER™ combines style with high usability. Secured to the clothing, it becomes the mobile accessory for the music-filled, outdoor and active lifestyle, complete with US military grade for rain and shock-resistance. To adjust volume, pause and skip music tracks, the controls on the multi-function button are distinct and easy to use.

Key Specifications of Jabra CLIPPER™:
Bluetooth 2.1, including EDR, A2DP and AVRCP

Clip-on wearing style

Colors: Tangerine Tango, Turquoise, New Pink, White, Black

US Military Grade Rain and Shock protection

Talk/Music time – up to 6 hours; standby time – up to 8 days

Dimensions = 4.8 cm (L) x 1.65 cm (W) x 2.55 cm (H)

Weight = 20 grams

Noise-blocking Stereo Ear buds

AC charger

About Jabra

Jabra is the brand of GN Netcom, a subsidiary of GN Store Nord A/S (GN) – listed on NASDAQ OMX. Jabra employs approximately 850 people worldwide and in 2011 produced annual revenue which amounted to DKK 2,106 million. Jabra is a world leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of a broad range of hands-free communications solutions. With a reputation for innovation, reliability, and ease of use that goes back more than two decades, Jabra’s consumer and business divisions produce corded and wireless headsets, plus mobile and in-office speakerphones that empower individuals and businesses through increased freedom of movement, comfort, and functionality.

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June 19, 2012
Microsoft reveals its first tablet – Surface

All Surface tablets come with a keyboard that is just 3 millimetres thick.

Microsoft unveiled its first tablet, called the Surface, that comes with a keyboard and other features designed to stand out in a market dominated by Apple Inc.

One version of the device, is about 9.3 millimetres thick and works on the Windows RT operating system. It comes with a kickstand to hold it upright and a touch keyboard cover that snaps on using magnets. The device weighs under 680 grams and will cost about as much as other tablet computers.

Microsoft also emphasized the use of the Surface with a keyboard cover that is just 3 millimetres thick. The kickstand for both tablets was just 0.7 millimetres thick, slimmer than a credit card.

Two versions of the Surface were showcased, the versions running Windows 8 will run chips from Intel Corp., which supplies chips used in most PCs. The versions running Windows RT will be powered by chips from Nvidia Corp. based on designs from ARM Holdings PLC, a variety of chips widely used in cellphones and tablets.

[quote]The Surface is a PC, the Surface is a tablet and the Surface is something new that we think people will really love,”Mr. Ballmer said.[/quote]

The devices are set to be launched alongside Microsoft’s new operating system, the Windows 8 by fall.

June 19, 2012
Have fun this summer and win exciting gifts from HCL!

HCL along with DT Cinemas are giving you the opportunity to win exciting gifts this summer!

This summer you could stand a chance to win an HCL ME Tab U1 Tablet and HCL ME Gaming consoles, but how? By eatching movies! With the purchase of every movie ticket, at DT Cinemas, students will be given a lucky coupon to fill in and leave it in the drop boxes. 25,000 lucky draw coupons will be distributed and every week few lucky winners will win HCL ME U1 tablets, ME gaming consoles and much more!

Students in the age group of 8 to 15 years would now have an exciting chance to win every week for watching their favourite movies at DT Cinemas.

[quote]Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Sanjay David, CEO Digilife Distribution and Marketing Services, a 100% subsidiary of HCL Infosystems, We are delighted to associate with DTCinemas to offer young students a fun time this summer break. We are sure that winners will have an amazing experience on the U1 Tab and our gaming consoles. For us, this initiative is
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Check out the press release below :

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New Delhi, June 13, 2012: HCL Infosystems Ltd., India’s premier Hardware, Services and ICT System Integration Company and DT cinemas, wholly owned subsidiary of the DLF group has come up with an innovative offer, to make summer break a fun and engaging time for school students in the Delhi NCR region. Students in the age group of 8 to 15 years would now have an exciting chance to win the latest and sleek HCL ME Tab U1 Tablet and HCL ME Gaming Consoles every week for watching their favourite movies at DT Cinemas.

With the purchase of every movie ticket, students will be given a lucky coupon to fill in and leave it in the drop boxes. 25,000 lucky draw coupons will be distributed and every week few lucky winners will win HCL ME U1 tablets, ME gaming consoles and much more!

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Sanjay David, CEO Digilife Distribution and Marketing Services, a 100% subsidiary of HCL Infosystems, “We are delighted to associate with DT Cinemas to offer young students a fun time this summer break. We are sure that winners will have an amazing experience on the U1 Tab and our gaming consoles. For us, this initiative is another innovative way to reach out to young consumers, and we will continue doing so in the times to come.”

On the collaboration and on conceptualizing this unique offer Mr. Anant Verma, Business Head and Director of DT Cinemas said, “We are elated to bring this unique offer to our young patrons and partner with HCL Infosystems as they get a chance to win sleek and engaging devices this summer holidays. With a slew of animation and other exciting movies lined up for this summer, this will be another exciting reason for parents and children to come and watch their favourite movies at DT Cinemas.”

The offer is ongoing till 20^th June, 2012 and only valid at the following cinemas – DT Shalimar Bagh in Delhi; DT City Centre, DT Mega Mall and DT Star Mall in Gurgaon. HCL ME U1 tablet is a trendy and stylish device, based on the latest OS and designed especially for the needs of the Indian consumers. The tablet was recently launched in April, 2012.

About HCL Infosystems:

HCL Infosystems Ltd, with revenue (LTM) of US$ 2.4 billion (Rs.10,754 crores) is India’s premier hardware, services and ICT systems integration company offering a wide spectrum of ICT products that includes Computing, Storage, Networking, Security, Telecom, Imaging and Retail. HCL is a one-stop-shop for all the ICT requirements of an organization. India’s leading System Integration and Infrastructure Management Services Organization, HCL has specialized expertise across verticals including Telecom, BFSI, eGovernance & Power. HCL has India’s largest distribution and retail network, taking to market a range of Digital Lifestyle products in partnership with leading global ICT brands, including Apple, Cisco, Ericsson, Kingston, Kodak, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Nokia, Toshiba, and many more. HCL today has India’s largest vertically integrated computer manufacturing facility with over three decades of electronic manufacturing experience & HCL desktops is the largest selling brand into the enterprise space. With India’s largest ICT services network that reaches to every corner of India, HCL’s award winning Support Services makes it the preferred choice of enterprise and consumers, alike.

For more information please visit us at www.hclinfosystems.in

About DT Cinemas

DT Cinemas is a wholly owned subsidiary of the DLF Group. The multiplex chain started its operations through its first Multiplex at DLF City Centre in Gurgaon with a belief to create a comprehensive retail experience for the Indian consumers through their best retail entertainment. DT Cinemas has been showcased as the “Entertainment Anchor” for DLF malls by being the robust footfall driver. They have been screening movies since 2003 and are in sync with their customers’ needs to provide an ultimate movie experience to the movie viewers.

With their current operational cinemas at DT Star Cinema Saket, DT Star Cinema Vasant Kunj, DT Cinema Shalimar Bagh, DT Cinema City Centre, DT Cinema Mega Mall, Gurgaon, DT Cinema Star Mall and DT City Centre, Chandigarh, they have around 29 screens with an overall seating capacity of more than 5900 seats.

For more information please contact:

Ashutosh Bhattacharya

Head – Corporate Communications, HCL Infosystems

Mob: + 91 98119 20415

E-mail: [email protected]

Anadita Singh

Head-Marketing, DT Cinemas

9811766372/ [email protected]

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June 19, 2012
iPhone 5 to have interchangeable camera lens?

This implies that the coming generations of the iPhones could sport a removable back cover

US Patent & Trademark Office published a patent application from Apple that reveals one of their research projects involving a camera device that provides the user with configurable optic options. The unique aspect to this is the device’s removable back panel. Although Apple’s patent background mentions a mobile phone, their actual summary and patent detailing mention nothing of a phone in any traditional way. So the device could either represent a next generation iPhone or a standalone camera that Apple has been playing with since 2009. While Apple has toyed with the idea of adding various lenses to handhelds via an external accessory in the past, their concepts were never in-line with Apple’s great design ethic. Today’s design seems to properly address the need for better portable device optical options while retaining an Apple-like form factor. The only real question remaining is this: Is Apple designing this removable back panel design as part of a standalone camera or as part of the iPhone’s reinvention. Which do you think it’ll be?

Source : Patently Apple

June 18, 2012
Holy Sh*t! There’s a barbecue in my briefcase!

The briefcase cum barbecue costs $52

Imagine a scenario wherein you’re in your office giving a presentation to your boss when suddenly he tells you he has an urge to eat, what would you do? Lo and behold! – the Darwin Triangular BBQ, a briefcase that unfolds into a compact grill.

Priced at 52$, this rather interesting piece of “kitchenware” may not be able to dish out the same capacity as your backyard griller at home, but you can still squeeze at least four burgers onto it at one time. Handy eh?

A word of caution- Don’t try to take it through airport security.

June 18, 2012

Smartphone Camera Shootout – Galaxy S3 vs Xperia S vs One X vs Xperia P vs iPhone 4s

No matter how many specs a phone has to offer, one of the biggest factors that affect our choice when we’re buying a new phone is the Camera! We put 5 smartphones to the test! Here they are (We rank them in 3 categories) –

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Outdoor- Close-up, Brightly Lit, Macro

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5/5

4.5/5

4/5

3/5

2.5/5

Indoor- Dim Lighting, Macro

4.5/5

4/5

3/5

2.5/5

2/5

Outdoor- Far focus, Brightly Lit

5/5

4/5

3.5/5

3/5

1. Outdoor – Close-up

Undoubtedly the best, the Xperia S with its 12MP camera produced an image that even Bharat Nagpal was proud of! Rich in colour and detail, it was hard to flaw the image. A close second was the Xperia P which clicked the image with a sharp focus and brilliant colours. The S3 delivered an image that was nicely detailed and sharply focussed, though the colours seemed a tad bit brighter than normal. The iPhone 4s captured a rather off-focus image but the colours and detailing were top-notch! On the bottom of the pile was the One X, not too surprisingly producing a dull and off-focus image.

2. Indoor – Dim Lighting

The iPhone 4S was the best in this category, with an image which had had perfect focus, brilliant colours and amazing detail! Out of the rest the One X surprised us by clicking a near perfect picture, which was lagging just a bit in detail. The Xperia P and Galaxy S3 followed with images which were didn’t have accurate colours but decent detailing. Last came the Xperia S, which disappointed us a lot as we expected more from it’s camera.

3. Outdoor – Far Focus

The Xperia S was once again the best, evenly focused, accurate colours, perfect image. Tied for second place were the One X and the Xperia P, with high detail images which were slightly off-colour. The Galaxy S3 produced an image which even though wasn’t as detailed as the rest, was perfectly focused. And at the bottom was the iPhone 4s, with an image which wasn’t focused or detailed, only the colours were accurate.

Summary

Xperia S (12/15)

With its 12-megapixel camera, the Xperia S is THE best of the lot when it comes to outdoor shooting, though indoor shooting could have been better.

Xperia P (11.5/15)

A close second was the S’s sibling, the Xperia P, which produced images that were sharply focused and amazingly detailed.

iPhone 4S & One X (10.5/15)

While the iPhone performed excellently indoors, it let us down in outdoor shooting with slightly off-focus images. The One X too was not as impressive as we would like it to be.

Galaxy S3 (10/15)

The biggest disappointment was the Galaxy S3 which boasts of an 8-MP camera but did not produce any exceptional image.

June 18, 2012

Apple I gets US $374.5K at Sotheby’s auction and Steve Jobs’ Atari Note gets US $ 27500

Original Apple 1

Sotheby’s Auction house had announced a couple of weeks back that they would auction off an Apple 1 motherboard, cassette interface and its BASIC programming manual, originally set to fetch upwards of $180,000. However the original machine, made by Steve Jobs himself in 1979, was sold to one lucky phone bidder for an impressive US $374,500 (Rs 2,08,42,500).

According to Apple Insider, the computer is one of six known out of 50 that are likely still out there. Now that the fetching price is known we might see more come out in the open. Apart from the massive price fetched for that machine, a hand-written note from Steve Jobs during his time at Atari was also on auction, going up to a final price of US $27,500 (Rs. 15,28,450) even though it was only estimated to sell for less than half that price.

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June 18, 2012
HTC One S with S3 processor available for INR 33K

The One S comes with an older S3 processor instead of the S4

The HTC One S, which has drawn flak for being fitted with the dual-core 1.7GHz Qualcomm S3 processor instead of the better Qualcomm S4 Krait processor in some countries, is available for online purchase at a starting price of Rs 33,000.

The phone features a 4.3 inch AMOLED qHD display, 8MP rear camera, front camera, Android 4.0, HTC Sense 4.0, 1GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and 1650mAh battery. It is also company’s thinnest phone till date with just 7.8mm thick body.

The pricing seems to be perfect but the old processor may just turn out to be a deal breaker.

June 17, 2012

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Summary

Xperia S (12/15)

Xperia P (11.5/15)

iPhone 4S & One X (10.5/15)

Galaxy S3 (10/15)

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