Tag: Android

Sony Ericsson Announces the Xperia Arc, Neo and Xperia Pro
Sony Ericsson Live at Mobile World Congress, Have just announced a flurry of cellphones

First the already announced Xperia Arc is showcased

With 4.2″ Reality Display

But the proud moment comes when SE announces the newest powerhouse the Xperia Neo

Features Include
- HD Video
- Bravia Engine
- 8 Mp camera
- In-built HDMI connector
- Android 2.3
- Folders
The Next Device is the Xperia PRO. This features a Slide out Qwerty keyboard, along with similar specs to the neo. All devices are expected to be available next month.
February 14, 2011
Samsung Galaxy S II official: dual-core 1GHz CPU, 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus
So the successor to Samsung’s most popular smartphone has been just made official at the MWC launch. The Samsung Galaxy S II has a great host of Specs :
- 4.27-inch 800 x 480 Super AMOLED Plus display
- 8 megapixel primary camera
- 1080p video capture accompanied
- 2 megapixel Front camera
- Gingerbread with TouchWiz 4.0
- NFC support
- 8.49mm thick
- The thinnest smartphone
The size makes the device 0.2mm slimmer than the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc’s thinnest point.

Go to the Next Page for the Press Release
February 13, 2011
Samsung Galaxy S 2 and 10.1-inch Honeycomb tablet leaked on Korean website
Here ye, Here ye! The Samsung Galaxy S2 was spotted on the company’s korean website.
- Android 2.3 Gingerbread
- 4.3-inch display
- 1GHz dual-core processor
- HSPA+
- Bluetooth 3.0
- 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi
- Weighs 116g (4.09 ounces)
- 8.49mm thick or should we say thin!
The article also mentions that 10.1-inch Honeycomb tablet with:
- 1GHz dual-core processor
- 8 megapixel camera with “full HD” video recording
- Dual surround sound speakers
February 12, 2011
ViewSonic launches dual-SIM V350 smartphone, Windows 7 / Android dual-boot ViewPad 10Pro tablet
ViewSonic is stepping up its game in the market this year, and has just announced two knocker products.

First up – the V350 smartphone shown above,
- Dual-SIM
- 3.5-inch HVGA capacitive touchpanel
- Android 2.2
- Five megapixel camera
- microSD card slot
- WiFi
- Bluetooth 2.1
- A-GPS
Up next, as seen below, is a quite an interesting and innovative tablet.

ViewPad 10Pro
- 10-inch
- dual-boot functionality
- Android 2.2 or Windows 7 Professional
- Oak Trail platform
- 1024 x 600 LED-backlit capacitive multitouch screen
- Inbuilt 3G
- WiFi
- Bluetooth
- 6 hours Battery
The ViewPad 10s, with the ViewPad 10s 3G (predictably) gaining integrated 3G functionality.

ViewSonic Europe targets prosumer market with Dual-SIM Android Smartphone and Windows/Android dual-boot Tablet device

Devices to be previewed for the first time in Europe at Mobile World Congress on stand 2B77 Hall 2.

Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, 11 February 2011 – ViewSonic Europe, a global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, today announced the launch of its new Dual-SIM Android Smartphone, the V350 and its new 10 inch professional tablet PC, the ViewPad 10Pro. Both products have been designed to enable users to easily access both their work and personal life via just one device and will be previewed for the first time in Europe at Mobile World Congress (2B77 Hall 2) on 14 February 2011.

The V350 Smartphone with 3.5 inch display is an active Dual-SIM device running the Android 2.2 Froyo operating system, enabling the use of two network services at the same time. Its Dual-SIM capability is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This feature also enables travellers to carry just the one phone whilst still be able to take advantage of different pricing plans and network offers for voice and data in various countries. The V350 however does not compromise in other areas, with Android 2.2, a HVGA capacitive touch screen, 5-megapixel auto-focus camera, Micro-SD expansion, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® 2.1 and assisted GPS navigation.

The ViewPad 10Pro is a 10″ professional tablet PC with dual boot functionality, offering a quick switch capability between Windows® 7 Professional for business use and Google Android 2.2 for personal and social entertainment. Dual-boot enables users to access business software that only runs on Windows and investigate Android without switching completely. Many users enjoy the familiarity of Windows but want to get to know Android and configure their preferences before using it more widely. The ViewPad 10Pro is one of the first tablets to have the Intel Oak Trail processor combined with support for flash 10.1 and the new interface provides an excellent navigation experience. It has a 1024×600 LED backlit capacitive multi-touch panel, is fully connected with 3G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and has at least six hours of battery life.

“Last month Deloitte predicted, in its annual sector forecast, that UK companies will buy more than 10 million tablet devices in 2011. ViewSonic is well placed to capitalize on this market and offers users the best of both worlds from one device” said Derek Wright, Product Marketing Manager at ViewSonic Europe.

“Our V350 Smartphone is one of the most functional Dual-SIM phones on the market. With Android GMS for access to more than 200,000 Google applications, it has powerful multimedia capabilities and with both SIM cards active, you can place and receive calls on each at any time. The Dual-SIM proposition is compelling and will generate considerable market uptake this year.” Wright concluded.

For the first time in Europe, ViewSonic will also show its ViewPad 10s 3G. Launched at CES in January, the ViewPad 10s now benefits from 3G functionality that enhances current features that include GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR.

About ViewSonic

ViewSonic® Corporation is a leading global provider of visual display and computing products. ViewSonic develops, markets and supports a broad range of innovative products, including computers, LCD monitors, projectors, LCD TVs, digital signage solutions, digital photo frames and other consumer electronics products. For further information, please contact ViewSonic Corporation at 0871 855 3355 or visit http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/.
February 11, 2011
Android 2.4 (still Gingerbread) supposedly coming in April – on the Viewsonic ViewPad

Pocket-lint is reporting, that the Viewsonic Viewpad, sporting Android 2.4, instead of intended Android 2.2 is all set to launch in April this year.

According to their source, however, that update will not be called “Ice Cream”, instead simply still be called Gingerbread.

The major change in the update is Compatibility with dual-core apps its also the main reasons we’ve yet to see many Android 2.3-based devices hit the market.

February 8, 2011
Android 3.0 Honeycomb has an awesome boot startup animation

At Verizon – Motorola’s Xoom launch event TechCrunch was able to get a quick video of the boot up animation for the new Motorola Xoom running Android Honeycomb. Check it out below and tell us- How awesome is that?

[TechCrunch]

February 5, 2011
Dell Venue Goes on Sale in India
Looks like more Android goodness for India, The Dell Venue is now available to order from FlipKart.

The Device
- 4.1 inch AMOLED 16 M colour display
- 8MP Camera With LED Flash & Autofocus
- Dell Stage Enabled For Enhanced Multimedia Organization
- Android 2.2 OS
- 1GHz QSD8250 Snapdragon
Other usuals Suspects, like Bluetooth, Wifi, and 3G come standard.

Priced at 28499/-

Expect a full Unboxing followed by a full review Shortly

Source : FlipKart
February 2, 2011
Dell Streak 7 launching in the US on Feb 2nd for $450 without contract

Whats this we hear, the Dell Streak 7 is launching in the US on Wed 2nd Feb, for a measly 450$ and that too without contract. T-Mobile will also be offering the 7-inch, Android 2.2 tablet for just $200 (on contract ) starting this Wednesday.What does this mean for India? Well Folks, this means that the Streak 7 could be priced around 20-22K INR! That would definitely be a brilliant price for this tablet.

Source T-Mobile, @TMobile (Twitter)

February 1, 2011
Motorola shows a video of the Atrix 4g, Makes us beg for an India Version

Motorola has just released a promo video of the new Motorola Atrix, and it makes us simply want one. The device in its full capabilities looks pretty darn awesome. Check it out.

January 29, 2011
Leaked :HTC’s upcoming Flagship Android handset and Buttonless Slate

Engadget has been digging around lately and has uncovered quite some information on HTC upcoming lineup for Mobile World Congress. The touchscreen slate prototype has an arcing earpiece and isolated front-facing camera with chrome ring. It also resembles a device earlier spotted which seems identical including the serial number at the bottom of the handset. The 4 buttons at the bottom identify that this device runs Android- 2.3 most probably.

The other device to have been spotted is a buttonless slate, pictured below, The device shows a crocked back along with a nicely large size camera and dual-led flash. This device also has verizon branding, indicating, it probably wont make it to India.

Source Engadget 1, 2

January 27, 2011
Sony Ericsson Xperia Play (Playstation Phone), Caught in the Wild
Folks over at engadget got their hands on a prototype of the “Playstation Phone” . Which is actually officially called the XPERIA PLAY. Specs include (most of them are just guesses)
- 1 GHZ Processor
- Adreno 205 GPU
- Android 2.3
- 512MB of RAM
- roadcom BCM4329 wireless chip
Hit the Source Link Below for a full preview of the device along with more than 50 images of the product.

Source Engadget
January 27, 2011
HTC HD2 can now dual-boot Windows Phone 7 and Android

If you have the HD2 you might be quite aware that both Windows phone 7 and Android can be easily ported to the device. But, developers have successfully managed to dual boot the two OSs from the same SD card.

Check out the Video below detailing all the Info.

Source xda-developers

January 25, 2011
LG Optimus 2X goes on sale in Korea, White version coming soon

Looks like Lg is officially the first to drop its Tegra 2 powered, Full HD video recording capable, dual core Mobile Phone. Yep its official LG is shipping the LG Optimus 2X in Korea, The first phone in the world to have a dual core processor which is available now. They will also have the white version in February, hopefully!

Via : Engadget

Source IT Today (KR)

January 24, 2011
LG G-Slate may have a 8.9 inch 3D display – Will also capture 3D video

Its the year of the tablets and LG is prepping its own G-Slate. An LG France spokesman disclosed that the Tegra 2-based tablet’s 8.9-inch LCD will not only be accompanied by a glasses-free 3D display, but is also more than able to record 3D video. Having said that, it ought to be accompanied by an HDMI output, but it remains to be seen whether this is HDMI 1.4 and can output 3D to a connected TV.

This means that the device will ship with dual back cameras for steroscopic 3d vision and a powerful processor. But, using a Tegra 2 would entail that the device use less of its power for resolution. Intrigued? We are!

We are also waiting.

Source : UberGizmo

January 20, 2011
Rumor : HTC to unveil a buttonless Phone soon / Tablet perhaps

HTC sync just got an update recently and in it was a placeholder for a new unnamed device with Verizon branding. Identical in looks to the very known HTC Desire HD, Speaker grille and all. The device lacks and physical and or capacitive buttons in the front. But, as noted this could be just an empty image as a placeholder for a yet to be released device. Interestingly Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) does away with the need for any buttons, could this be a placeholder for an upcoming Tablet from HTC?

Source: Phandroid

January 17, 2011