While Android fragmentation continues with Jelly Bean being announced just 6 months away from the ICS update. Android owners have started to shift to ICs with most companies now offering ICS updates for the devices.
While Gingerbread still remains at the top with 64 % of the Android base. GFroyo follows by 17.3 %, and Google’s recently announced Jelly Bean update was not included in this stat.
Still rocking Froyo or Gingerbread devices that fail to stream in HD? Fret no more, the new app update from YouTube will bring HD res YouTube streams to all those devices. Although Honeycomb and ICS devices have been rocking this for some time now, the new app now allows streaming on all those devices that were left out.
Still not all devices will be able to enjoy this app as the update is dependent on screen size and resolution. Alternatively you can find the .apk online and install it! which may or may not work for you.
Just hours after we unboxed and took a look at the HTC Evo 3D The Optimus 3D arrived at our lab. LG has been daring enough to try pricing a relatively low spec’d phone with the same value as the competitor. So we unbox and take a look at the Optimus 3D iG Style.
| Product Type | Smartphone |
| Network Band | Quad Band |
| Number of Screens | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Effective Camera Resolution | 5 Megapixel |
| USB | Yes |
| Contract Type | SIM-free |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Main Screen Resolution | 480 x 800 Stereoscopic Glasses Free 3D |
| Main Screen Size | 10.9 cm (4.3″) |
| Cellular Data Connectivity Technology | GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA |
| GPS Receiver | Yes |
| Dual SIM Supported | No |
| Secondary Camera | Yes |
| Integrated TV Tuner | No |
| Cellular Generation | 3.5G |
| Cellular Network Supported | GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900, WCDMA 900, WCDMA 1900, WCDMA 2100 |
| Memory Card Supported | microSD |
| Phone Style | Bar |
| Brand Name | LG |
| Battery Talk Time | 13 Hour |
| Product Model | P920 Optimus 3D |
| Weight (Approximate) | 168 g |
| Green Compliant | Yes |
| Green Compliance Certificate/Authority | WEEE |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Maximum Memory Card Size Supported | 32 GB |
| Built-in Memory | 8 GB |
| Main Screen Type | LCD |
| Realtone | Yes |
| Call Features | Call Log |
| Multi-touch Screen | Yes |
| Height | 128 mm |
| Width | 69 mm |
| Depth | 11.9 mm |
| Operating System | Android 2.2 |
| Manufacturer | LG Electronics |
| Product Name | P920 Optimus 3D Smartphone |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AESPML |
| Manufacturer Website Address | www.lge.com |
| Price |
35,999/- |
| Standard Warranty | 2 Year |
| Touchscreen Type | Capacitive |
iG Tech Labs
Bharat Electronics Ltd has developed a tablet PC that would cost $70-75 (around Rs 3,000) apiece for the Ministry of Rural Development’s poverty survey. The company supply six lakh pieces this year,expected to be delivered by end-November.
Normally, BEL generates 80 per cent of its revenue from military supplies such as radars, detection and communication devices; its turnover for the year ended March 2011 was Rs 5,500 crore; the 2011-12 guidance is for Rs 6,200 crore.
The device will boast Android 2.2 Froyo, a Solar powered battery pack, and a plug in keyboard. The device also appears to have a usb input port and a resistive touchscreen.
Since the order coming in early July, BEL has supplied an initial 2,000 tablets to the North-East. They were made at a small plant that was added to BEL’s Mass Manufacturing Facility in Bangalore at a cost of Rs 7 crore. Depending on further demand, it may put up an additional line for Rs 20 crore, apart from tapping capacities at Ghaziabad and Panchkula.
We are already poking around to get some action with the device.
Google is updating the marketplace app in their Android OS to include a easy tab for Books and Movies being sold and rented on the Android Marketplace. At movie titles starting at just US$ 1.99 or IN Rs. 84/- it makes it a highly worthwhile option for Android device owners who had to earlier toss around looking to download rich media content to their devices. The Update is said to roll out within the coming weeks but a pre-release build is already doing the rounds and can be found here(download )
Watch the video below to get a quick overview of the design.
The Dell Streak WiFI , just popped up for pre-order on the AMAZON USA website. There is no information on when the device will actually ship , but it looks like atleast the price is up, which seems really attractive at US$ 380 or INR 17,500 approx.
[VIA AndroidOS.in]
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Samsung has just announced another QWERTY handset which boasts android. But, this time its a portrait QWERTY phone and is not too bad of a looker.
The Pro Has
Its already been announced in the UK by mobile carrier 3 , and should be heading India side soon. We will then have a full review for you guys iGyaan Style.
Full Press Release
Samsung Launches Latest Device in the Galaxy Family
Android powered Galaxy Pro comes packed with entertainment and social media features
LONDON, UK – March 7, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the Galaxy Pro Smartphone. Featuring Samsung’s integrated Social Hub Premium and innovative dual-input control via a touch-screen and full QWERTY keyboard, the Galaxy Pro is also the perfect business partner and social secretary.
The Samsung Social Hub Premium gives one-touch access to emails, instant messages and social networking accounts and benefits from the speed and control of the Galaxy Pro’s dual-input interface. Powered by the Android™ 2.2 ‘Froyo’ platform, the Galaxy Pro has access to over 150,000 high-quality apps and services from Android Market™, such as the latest games for entertainment, up to date interactive maps and news feed services.
Simon Stanford, Managing Director, Samsung Mobile UK and Ireland said: “The Samsung Galaxy Pro is the perfect device for everyone looking to manage their busy work and social lives. The Social Hub Premium provides a simple way for our customers to stay in touch with their friends and colleagues – via work and personal emails, Facebook, Twitter and text messages. You get it all in one inbox, which is so much more efficient. Running on Android 2.2 and with brilliant entertainment features it’s another great addition to the Galaxy range.”
Samsung Social Hub Premium is ideal for juggling work and personal communications, managing multiple social networks and receiving high volumes of messages and emails. The Social Hub Premium brings together email, SNS and IM accounts to a single inbox, for simplified, instant access to all communications. Twitter feeds and Facebook updates, work and personal emails and text messages are collated in one central contact list. Furthermore, the Galaxy Pro is equipped with the “Think Free” Office Document Editor, for viewing and editing MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents on-the-move.
The Samsung Galaxy Pro’s dual-input is a combination of a touch-screen and QWERTY keyboard, for swift, accurate typing, the QWERTY keyboard provides desktop-computing accuracy, while the touch-screen offers fast fingertip control. Together, they provide an efficient and enhanced user experience.
The Samsung Galaxy Pro is equipped with a 3.0 Megapixel camera for still image or video capture. Pictures can be viewed on the clear and bright 2.8″ display before being uploaded online, supported by WiFi and Bluetooth capability.
The Samsung Galaxy Pro will be available during the second quarter in the UK market followed by other European countries, Middle East, South East Asia and India.
Google docs has now upgraded its mobile editing from 40 languages to 45, it already supports all major Indian languages. It works on all Android phones on 2.2 Froyo and all iOS 3.0 and above devices.
Just visit docs.google.com
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,
Up next, as seen below, is a quite an interesting and innovative tablet.
ViewPad 10Pro
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/.
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 $200 (on contract ) starting this Wednesday.What does this mean for India? Well Folks, this means that the Streak 7 could be priced around 20-22K INR! That would definitely be a brilliant price for this tablet.
Source T-Mobile, @TMobile (Twitter)
A Whole year after the launch of the iPad companies are talking about Windows 7 Tablets. The first to do this is MSI (HP slate limited to corp clients) the specs of the WindPad 100w
Priced at 710$
Update : Looks like the WindPad is officially been announced in India at a premium price of 34,990/- (which roughly translates 710$ in INR). Pricing loos okay to us for the first generation of Windows 7 Tablets. Expect it to fall to 20-25k range in a matter of months.
We are also trying to get a review unit.
Thanks : Abhinav