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Instagram comes to Android , snap away bot lovers
Got yourself an Android power phone? Fancy a quick snapper, then instagram is your answer. An app that does it all, click pictures, edit add filters and share with your fellow beings on Facebook, twitter et all. Check it out before I go hands on soon.

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Instagram – A beautiful way to share your world. It’s fast, free and fun! ??

Pick from one of several gorgeous filtered effects to breathe a new life into your mobile photos. Transform everyday moments into works of art you’ll want to share with friends and family.??

Share your photos in a simple photo stream with friends to see – and follow your friends’ photos with the click of a single button. Every day you open up Instagram, you’ll see new photos from your closest friends, and creative people from around the world.??

Features?:?
- 100% free custom designed filters and borders
- Lux works its magic by making your photos more vibrant and brings out details in your photos you couldn’t see before
- Instant sharing to Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Foursquare
- Interact with friends through giving & receiving likes and comments
- Works with Android versions 2.2 and above that support OpenGL ES 2
- Full front & back camera support?
- And much much more…
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April 4, 2012
Google gets in on April Fools Day : Google Maps 8 Bit for NES with Video

Google Wants to give you the full Maps experience on the most popular computer system ever made, the Gameboy. Google has deployed thousands of servers to over come the limitations offered by the NES systems. A dial up cartridge allows you to get real time results from said servers.

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April 1, 2012
Evernote for Android app brings Customizable Widgets and Voice to text.

All this Siri business has led to an evolution of the voice dictation on mobile phones. With more and more developers adding to the speech to text frenzy. Evernote is the next major app to bring the Speech to Text engine into their Android App, with a catch that only devices with Android 4.0 or above will be able to access said feature.

The new Widgets are full of tweak-able features that allow you to customize color, buttons and exactly which notes appear in the large widget.A new feature called Quick Snapshot also allows you to save captures to your account.

[Evernote]

March 30, 2012
Google Chrome reaches version 18 Upgrade with improved Graphics

Google Chrome browser has just been updated to version 18, to be specific 18.0.1025.142 on a Mac. The new version brings GPU-accelerated Canvas 2D along with software WebGL to allow older computers to access simple 3D web content. If you are on auto update, you will find that your Browsers have auto-magically been upgraded to the new version. FOr those who are still not rocking the browser can download it below.

[Google Chrome]

March 30, 2012
Tegra 3 Tablets in the US $ 199 Price Range Coming in Summer : Nvidia CEO

NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang has said that more than 3 tablets for a price of US $ 199 ( INR 10,000 approx) are set to launch by Summer 2012.

By removing things like expensive memory, a $199 tablet is quite feasible

-NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang

The Company’s CEO is also disappointed with the development of Android and the pace at which it developed.

For many people, though, work is still the primary reason to have a computer. They want Windows to work well, they want Outlook to work well. A tablet running Windows 8 with Tegra could be very nice.”

-NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang

March 30, 2012
Android 4.0.4 for Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S pushed out

Users of the Samsung Nexus S and those who bought the Galaxy Nexus will start to see a new light at the end of the tunnel as the update for Android 4.0.4 ICS is being pushed to these devices. Also owners of the Motorola Xoom (Wifi – only) will also start to see a similar update for their tablets.

The Nexus S users who missed the 4.0 update before Google pulled it due to major concerns, will also be directly able o update to Android 4.0.4.

March 30, 2012
HTC Starts rollout of HTC Sense 3.6 with ICS for Sensation and Sensation XE

HTC has already begun to roll out ICS updates for their Global and unlocked flagship devices the Sensation and Sensation XE. Now the update may not be available to all immediately, But HTC has assured the owners that the update will be broadly available within the coming days.

[XDA-Developers]

March 9, 2012
Forget 5.0 Jelly Bean, Android 6 to be called Key Lime Pie

Wow, only a day ago we found out that the next version of Android – 5.0 aka Jelly Bean was named. Today many sources from the inter webs are pointing to a confirmation of the next moniker for the Android name lineup. The next version of Android that comes in 2013 rich after Google releases Jelly Bean in 2012, will be called “Key Lime Pie”. Oh Yeah and its gonna be “KLP” all the way #KLP.

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March 5, 2012
New YouTube Android App brings HD Streams to your Old Androids

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.

[Android Market]

March 4, 2012
Android 5.0 confirmed to be Jelly Bean, Asus will get it first !

Asus hopes its close partnership with Google will lead it to be the first company to offer devices running Android Jelly Bean – version 5.0. Asus prides itself on its Android upgrade efficiency, as it was the first to provide tablets running Honeycomb and the first to push the Ice Cream Sandwich update to its tablets. Based on Google’s update schedule, it’s within reason to expect Android 5.0 to hit within the next year

Asus is very close to Google, so once they have Android 5.0 I think there will be a high possibility that we will be the first wave to offer the Jelly Bean update.

-Asus VP, Benson Lin

Ready to work out your next device? no point for the next six months anyway.

March 4, 2012
Asus Rebrands Transformer line, Say Hello to ‘Infinity Series’

Asus has announced a major rebranding of its Transformer lineup of dock-able tablets, now to be called the Asus Infinity Pad. The first in this release lineup is the TF700T with a dual-core Qualcomm MSM 8960 Snapdragon S4 CPU and an optional LTE radio. For wifi only versions there is a Tegra 3 option, the 3G / 4G versions will have a S4 chip.

A lower end 16GB option will also be available, the specs are the same, including a quad-core Tegra 3 SoC, dual 8MP / 2MP cameras, 1GB of RAM, HDMI and a 10.1-inch, 1920 x 1200, Super IPS+ Gorilla Glass 2 display.

Infinity Pad will run Android 4.0 out of the box, 8GB of free lifetime ASUS WebStorage and 10 Hours of battery life along with a 6 hour boost from the Asus dock.

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February 27, 2012
Samsung announces the Galaxy S Player Wifi 4.2 at MWC 2012

Samsung has added yet another device to their Android lineup this year, the 4.2-inch WVGA (480 x 800) screen touting Galaxy S Player , runs Gingerbread 2.3 and has dual cameras 2Mp + VGA. It also has Bluetooth 3.0, USB 2.0 and WiFI 802.11 b/g/n along with a 1,500mAh battery. Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit comes free with the device and is pre-installed.

Two Variants of 8GB and 16GB wifi only along with 32GB MicroSD expandability, priced under the 250$ mark for the basic version, expect it to become available starting next months.

February 27, 2012
Breaking : Samsung announces Galaxy Note 10.1 at MWC 2012

Wow, Sammy has just announced a new Tablet at MWC 2012, and its a large size Galaxy Note. The Galaxy Note 10.1 is an S-Pen equipped version of the similar Galaxy Tab announced earlier. The Tablet will run on TouchWiz customized version of Android Ice Cream Sandwich and has a 1.4GHz dual-core CPU with 1GB of RAM. Unfortunately you cannot use the phone features on the Note 10.1, but it does have a sim card slot capable of HSPA+. Standard WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0 are also in the mix, with the cameras from the original Tab, 3-megapixel rear and 2 Mp front. The Tab also has the newer higher res display – 1280 x 800px WXGA.

Of course you can expect S-pen specific applications including the S-Memo and picture editing, Adobe’s recently announce Photoshop Touch and Ideas also come preinstalled and operate fully with the S-Pen. The new Note 10.1 will come with both GPS and Glonass, along with enterprise compatible Exchange ActiveSync, on-device encryption, Juniper Junos Pulse and Cisco VPNs.

For the 3 versions of 16, 32 and 64GB you will have both 3g+WiFi or Wifi only options and each carries a 32GB MicroSD slot. No pricing or actual release date available at this time.

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Boost your Creativity and Productivity with GALAXY Note 10.1

A new device category, GALAXY Note 10.1 comes with an immersive 10.1” screen and
S Pen versatility to unlock your creativity and productivity

Barcelona, February 27, 2012 – At Mobile World Congress, Samsung announced the launch of GALAXY Note 10.1, which expands the GALAXY Note experience in creativity, productivity, and learning.

With its large display, GALAXY Note 10.1 provides multi-screen functionality to maximize efficiency in learning, work and creative endeavors. Its multi-screen functionality enables you to do a true multi-tasking, by viewing Internet pages, videos or other applications side by side while writing or sketching your ideas.

GALAXY Note 10.1 features S Note, a unique and efficient tool that lets you combine notes or sketches together with web content, images and other digital media into your own personalized storyboards. It gives you a new way to create stories as S Note provides various ready-to-use templates such as meeting minutes, recipe, cards, diary, magazine and more. Also, hand-drawn geometric shapes can be perfectly digitized by using the Shape Match function, which helps users to create more organized idea sketches and storyboards.

Moreover, by using the S Note’s integrated knowledge search engines, users can quickly search, obtain information, and easily drag & drop the cropped images and content onto S Notes without having to switch between screens.

GALAXY Note 10.1 enables an extraordinary learning experience. Students can watch a lecture live-streamed on video while writing down comments on S Note; research a college essay on the web while taking notes; or even read a full e-textbook while annotating it. Similar to the Shape Match, Formula Match function helps to correct and digitize formulas hand-drawn with S Pen, making the device a more powerful education tool.

Users can fully enjoy PC-like premium photo editing and drawing experiences with Adobe® Photoshop® Touch and Adobe Ideas. Photoshop Touch lets users transform images with core Photoshop features and combine multiple photos into layered images, make popular edits, apply professional effects, and more. Adobe Ideas is an easy-to-master drawing tool that allows users to sketch ideas, choose amazing color themes and import images. Both are specially optimized for S pen and are exclusively pre-loaded on Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1.

“GALAXY Note 10.1 takes productivity on a Note to a whole new level. With a larger, fully utilizable screen and superior performance, it combines the intuitiveness of handwriting with all the versatility of digital content to let users be more productive across all of life’s demanding tasks-whether working, learning, or simply creating their own stories,” said JK Shin, President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “With GALAXY Note 10.1 we are demonstrating Samsung’s commitment to extend the mobile category and are working with key partners like Adobe to provide extraordinary experiences for users that enable them to be more productive, express themselves creatively and add a touch of fulfillment to their lives.”

Ensuring intuitive multitasking and web browsing, GALAXY Note 10.1 runs on AndroidTM 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and features a 1.4GHz dual-core processor and HSPA+ connectivity. Its real-time video streaming and Full HD video playback add to the device’s content versatility.

GALAXY Note 10.1’s innovative S Pen, the most advanced pen input solution on the market, is completely integrated into the device’s original applications. It provides enhanced pressure sensitivity, superior accuracy and control when editing or writing, providing an analog pen writing experience on a digital device.

The GALAXY Note 10.1 is exhibited at Samsung stand (Hall 8), Mobile World Congress 2012. For multimedia content and more detailed information, please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com.

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February 27, 2012
Sony also announces the Xperia P with Aluminum unibody (PR)

Sony Mobile Communications is aiming high to get back into the Mobile business, with the new Xperia P, this new device from Sony’s arsenal is the second phone to be announced after the SE breakup. The Xperia P will join the Xperia U in Q2 2012 release cycle for Sony’s Debut handsets.

The new Xperia P features a sleek aluminum unibody shell with a beautiful 4-inch “WhiteMagic” display. The 4-inch “WhiteMagic” display has been engineered to work beautifully outdoors as well as indoors. Other specs include NFC, HDMI and an 8 MP camera with Sony optics and Full HD Video capabilities. The new Xperia P will be shipped with a Sony Smart Dock in th ere tail packaging for ‘ better connectivity options’.

No information on pricing or exact shipping dates yet.

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Sony Mobile Communications Introduces Xperia P and Xperia U – Smartphones for Connected Entertainment Experiences

Mobile World Congress, BARCELONA, Spain, February 26, 2012

Xperia P and Xperia U join Xperia S in the Xperia NXT series – next generation smartphones from Sony

Xperia P delivers outstanding screen brightness using Sony “WhiteMagic” display technology

Xperia U packs powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design

Sony Mobile Communications today unveiled the latest additions to its Xperia™ NXT series – next generation smartphones from Sony, the new Xperia P and Xperia U. In addition, Xperia S, the ultimate HD smartphone, is now shipping to markets across the globe, with first sales in the Sony Style store in Barcelona during Mobile World Congress. Xperia P and Xperia U will be available to consumers globally in the second quarter of this year.

Xperia NXT series – a connected entertainment experience

Incorporating the best of Sony technology and premium entertainment, the Xperia NXT series is a cornerstone of Sony’s connected experience. With easy connectivity, consumers can enjoy and share content on whichever screen best suits them, whether it’s their smartphone, TV, laptop or tablet.

With the next generation of smartphone design from Sony, the Xperia NXT series has a look that is instantly recognisable. These smartphones have intriguing design features including the “transparent element”, a band that encircles the base of the phone and also integrates invisible antenna components. The transparent element illuminates when receiving calls, texts and notifications.

The new User Interface (UI) follows the same design principles and enhances the Android™ experience – offering rich applications and content with a simple and clean look. A new album, video player and music player will deliver compelling entertainment experiences and the new UI design also allows consumers to access their favourite application direct from the lock-screen.

Xperia P and Xperia U boast Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA® Engine for razor-sharp clarity, along with fast capture to take the camera from sleep to snap in a little over a second with a single key press. Both smartphones come with powerful 1 GHz dual-core processors for super fast performance.

As with Xperia S, Xperia P and Xperia U connect consumers to premium entertainment experiences with access to the Sony Entertainment Network*. Out of the box, consumers can watch the latest Hollywood blockbusters on Video Unlimited or listen to millions and millions of songs** through Music Unlimited.

Xperia P – ultra-bright viewing experience

With a full aluminium unibody design, Xperia P debuts WhiteMagic™ display technology from Sony for the first time on a smartphone. WhiteMagic technology delivers the brightest viewing experience; whether at the beach or on the ski slopes. Smart power efficiency automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen to the surroundings to conserve battery life.

The new SmartDock, exclusively for Xperia P, offers simple connectivity to multiple screens, turning the smartphone into an entertainment hub for the living room. Using a TV remote control consumers can easily navigate their smartphone’s media content to watch their HD videos, the latest movies or favourite TV shows on the big screen. With USB support in the SmartDock, they can also use a wireless keyboard and mouse to write emails, browse and post on Facebook or watch videos from YouTube on their TV.

Key features for Xperia P

4″ Reality Display with powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine.
WhiteMagic™ display technology for an ultra-bright and power efficient viewing experience.
1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance with 16GB flash storage.
8MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to capture 2D and 3D panoramic images.
Easy HDMI and DLNA connectivity to share content on any screen.
NFC (Near Field Communications) enabled to access a growing range of NFC applications and services as well as Xperia SmartTags.
Available in a choice of silver, black and red, all with an aluminium unibody.
Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgrade to Android platform 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during the second quarter of 2012.

Xperia U – powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design

Xperia U combines powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design that consumers can personalise inside and out. With xLoud™ and Sony 3D surround sound audio technology integrated into the music player, consumers will enjoy a crisp and loud sound experience. They can also stream music from their Xperia U to wireless speakers with a touch using DLNA.

In Xperia U the transparent element illuminates to match the colour of photos viewed in the gallery or the album art of music tracks currently playing. Xperia U can also be personalised with exchangeable caps and themes to reflect consumers’ personality and mood.

Consumers listening to music on their Xperia U can also enjoy improved sound quality with the stylish new Smart Headset for Android smartphones, which features SmartKey – a dedicated application launch key that consumers press once to launch a favourite app.

Key features for Xperia U

3.5″ Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine.
1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance.
5MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to capture 2D and 3D panoramic images.
Crisp and loud listening with xLoud and 3D surround sound audio technology.
Available in a choice of white or black, with pink and yellow exchangeable caps for the base of the smartphone in the box.
Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgrade to Android platform 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during the second quarter of 2012.

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February 27, 2012
LG Launches three new L Series Phone pre-MWC (PR)

LG has launched three new L series phones ahead of MWC 2012, the L3, L5 and L7. Identical to the LG Prada phone, the L series are essentially based on that particular device. The L3 is a budget device whereas the L5 and L7 feature 4-inch and 4.3-inch displays respectively. All three devices are supposedly very thin,or so claims LG. No real specs or pricing has been outed for the three.

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LG’S NEW DESIGN STRATEGY FOR MOBILE DEVICES TO BE REVEALED AT 2012 MWC
LG Takes Design Philosophy to the Next Level
with Line-up of Stylish Smartphones

SEOUL, Feb. 21, 2012 – LG Electronics (LG) makes its boldest move yet in its strategy to attain smartphone leadership with the launch of its new design identity, L-Style, at the 2012 Mobile World Congress (MWC).

The core essence of L-Style involves a timeless design with finer details that further differentiate LG’s mobile devices from the competition. LG’s design leadership has been well established in the past with a successful track-record that includes the Black Label Series phones such as the Chocolate and Shine.

“Design is consistently the top or second most important factor for customers when choosing a mobile phone,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Mobile Communications Company. “With smartphones, we sometimes took a more functional approach to design but with L-Style we’re going back to our roots as a company focused on how our products fit into the lifestyle of our customers.”

L-Style’s design philosophy is comprised of five aesthetic elements: Modern Square Style for a comfortable grip, Floating Mass Technology for a slimmer look, Seamless Layout for a more intuitive arrangement of keys, Harmonized Design Contrast utilizing metallic accents and Sensuous Slim Shape that naturally draws one’s attention.

Three new smartphones to be unveiled at MWC will initially feature the L-Style look. The Optimus L3, with a 3.2-inch display, will first launch in Europe this March. This smartphone will be followed by two other devices in the first half of the year running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich: Optimus L5 with a 4.0-inch display and Optimus L7 featuring a 4.3-inch screen.

Market availability and additional hardware specifications of all three models will be announced at a future date.

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February 22, 2012