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  • Breaking : HTC will Launch Eight new Phones in this Quarter

    Breaking : HTC will Launch Eight new Phones in this Quarter

    HTC chief executive Peter Chou on Tuesday said that the Taiwan-based smartphone vendor is scheduled to launch between six and eight new smartphone models this quarter.

    After their immense profit reporting in the last quarter and with over 12.1 Million phones shipped, the Taiwanese giant are planning to up the sales by introducing new units. the expected growth  for Q3 is a million , taking total sales to 13 million.

    Chou also stated that all of the devices HTC launches in the third quarter will be middle or high-end models,  and therefore HTC has no plans to launch low-priced models in the market, uncompromised to price competition. 

  • Leaked: HTC’s first 10 inch Tablet Puccini

    Leaked: HTC’s first 10 inch Tablet Puccini

    HTC’s first 10 inch tablet has been leaked, in conjunction the device looks almost identical to its predecessor the HTC Flyer.

    The device features

    • 10 inch screen
    • 8 Megapixel camera
    • Dual led flash
    • Stereo speakers and a microphone
    • Stylus input
    • 1.5GHz processor
    • Android Honeycomb
    • HTC Sense
    • 4G LTE radio
    Looks like a interesting tablet device, as always we hope with this device from HTC we can expect the same build quality.
    [BGR]
  • Windows Phone ‘Mango’ released to vendors

    Windows Phone ‘Mango’ released to vendors

    Microsoft confirmed on its Windows Team Blog on Monday that it has released the RTM build of Windows Phone “Mango” to manufacturing partners.

    This marks the point in the development process where we hand code to our handset and mobile operator partners to optimize Mango for their specific phone and network configurations,” explained Microsoft’s Windows Phone corporate vice president Terry Myerson.

     Microsoft has said Mango will deliver more than 500 new features to the Windows Phone platform, including Internet Explorer 9 and deeper social network integration. Mango is also set to release sometime in August to all existing devices. 

    Microsoft also plans to release  Nokia, HTC, LG, Samsung, Dell, Acer, Fujitsu and ZTE branded Windows Phone ‘Mango’ devices.

    [Microsoft]

  • HTC Launches the ChaCha with Tata Docomo In India (PR)

    HTC Launches the ChaCha with Tata Docomo In India (PR)

    Just as we suspected, HTC has launched the new HTC ChaCha in India, this time in partnership with Tata Docomo

    The Main features of this tie up launch include

    ·         Tata DOCOMO3G customers get an exclusive free data of 3GB & 3 Hours of Mobile TV valid for 3 months

    ·         Tata DOCOMO 2G customers get free data of 3GB & 300 Tata-to-Tata calling minutes valid for 3 months

     

    Here are some of the specs of the HTC ChaCha:

    • Android 2.3 Gingerbread
    • 800Mhz Processor
    • 512MB RAM
    • Front Facing Camera (WiFi Video Calls)
    • 5 Megapixel Camera
    • HSDPA 7.2mb/s
    • Bluetooth 3.0
    • 802.11 B/G/N WiFi
    • GPS

    The Price is expected to be : Rs. 20,000/-

     

    We will have a full unboxing and review Shortly, Till Then read the press release below.

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    HTC AND TATA DOCOMO JOIN HANDS TO LAUNCH HTC CHACHA IN
    INDIA

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    One-touch Facebook Access – Designed to provide a seamless, social experience
    Touch or Type – 2.6-inch touch screen coupled with a full QWERTY keypad
    Tata DOCOMO3G customers get an exclusive free data of 3GB & 3 Hours of Mobile TV valid for 3
    months
    Tata DOCOMO 2G customers get free data of 3GB & 300 Tata-to-Tata calling minutes valid for 3
    months

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    New Delhi, India – July 20, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design,
    and Tata DOCOMO, the GSM arm of Tata Teleservices Limited, today announced the launch of the
    HTC ChaCha in India. The HTC ChaCha features a dedicated Facebook button that allows you to share
    just about anything at a single touch. The one-touch access to Facebook service has been integrated
    throughout the HTC Sense experience. The sleek, affordable yet feature-packed smartphone combines a
    2.6-inch touch screen with a full QWERTY keypad.

    Under the bundle offer, Tata DOCOMO 3G prepaid customers can avail 3GB free data valid for a period
    of 90 days whereas 1GB free data is offered free each month to postpaid customers across all 3G circles
    valid for 90 days. All 3G customers will also get 3 hour of free Mobile TV that includes data access
    charges valid for 90 days.

    While Tata DOCOMO 2G prepaid customers can avail 3GB free data and 300 Tata to Tata local calling
    valid for a period of 90 days whereas 1GB free data and 100 minutes Tata to Tata calling is offered free
    each month for 3 months to postpaid customers across all 2G circles.

    “At HTC, we have always strived to take mobility experience to newer levels and add multi dimensions
    to our devices. Featuring a dedicated Facebook button and one-touch Facebook access, the HTC ChaCha
    aims to make it simpler and convenient for its users to share and connect through their favourite social
    networking site,” said Faisal Siddiqui, Country Manager, HTC India. “We are extremely pleased to
    launch the HTC ChaCha in India with Tata DOCOMO, and are positive that this social smartphone will
    garner a favorable response from Indian mobile phone users,” he added.

    Introducing new smart device for Tata DOCOCMO customers, Mr Sunil Tandon, Head – Mobility
    Services & Devices Management, Tata Teleservices Limited, said “Devices are an important element of
    the entire 3G ecosystem to drive penetration and increase the adoption of 3G services. Tata DOCOMO

    PRESS RELEASE

    partners with various smart phone handset makers and is taking a conscious leap in co-promotion that
    is not only affordable but in-built with rich features and capabilities. In the recent past we launched HTC
    Desire & HTC Mozart for Tata DOCOMO customers across our circles of operation and going forward will
    continue to work together to bring innovative valued based products and services on GSM platform.”

    Stay connected with the smartphone for the Facebook generation – HTC ChaCha
    The HTC ChaCha smartphone is designed to provide a seamless, social experience by enabling you
    to stay in touch with your friends anytime, anywhere. The unique tilt design shapes the display and
    physical QWERTY keyboard so it is easy to view and comfortable to type. The uniquely-styled spacious
    keyboard on the HTC ChaCha has been designed to make typing a breeze. Capture special moments
    in crisp details, using the 5-megapixel color camera with auto focus and LED flash. The phone is also
    equipped with a VGA front-facing camera. The ChaCha smartphone brings the Internet to your fingertips
    with a 2.6-inch, 480 x 320 resolution landscape touch screen.

    The Facebook button on HTC ChaCha is context-aware, with options to share content or updates
    through Facebook with a single press of the button. You can update your status, upload a photo, share
    a Website, post what song you are listening to, ‘check in’ to a location and more through the dedicated
    Facebook button. For example, you can take a photograph of friends on your phone and upload it
    instantly to Facebook by simply pressing the button. Or let your friends know what song you’re listening
    to by pressing the button while listening to music on the phone. The track is automatically identified and
    shared on Facebook.

    The HTC ChaCha makes it simple to stay in touch with your friends using Facebook Chat on your phone
    and you can even chat with multiple friends on Facebook. Your Facebook messages and conversations
    appear as text messages, making it simpler for you to read and browse through them.

    The new HTC ChaCha is powered by the latest Android operating system, and features HTC Sense to
    integrate Facebook throughout the HTC Sense experience. The latest updates from your Facebook
    account are displayed right on your home screen. The dialer screen on the phone tells you whether your
    Facebook friend’s birthday is approaching. You can also use your phone’s existing contacts to help you
    connect with them on Facebook or personalize your handset further.

    Pricing & Availability
    The new HTC ChaCha will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 15, 990 at all authorized HTC
    resellers across the country.
    * Prices may vary according to the local applicable taxes

    PRESS RELEASE

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

    About Tata Teleservices Limited
    Tata Teleservices Limited is one of India’s leading private telecom service providers, having a pan-India
    presence across all of India’s 22 telecom Circles. The company offers integrated telecom solutions
    to its customers under the brands Tata Indicom, Tata DOCOMO, Tata Photon, Tata Walky and Virgin
    Mobile India, and operates its wireless networks on both the CDMA and GSM technology platforms.
    Tata Teleservices Limited, along with Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) Limited, operates in more than
    450,000 towns and villages across the country, serving over 92 million subscribers. After its collaboration
    with Japan’s NTT DOCOMO in November 2008, Tata Teleservices has so far launched 2G GSM services
    under the TATA DOCOMO brand name in all the 18 telecom Circles where it received spectrum from
    the Government of India. Tata Teleservices Limited also has become the first Indian private operator
    to launch 3G services in India under the brand name Tata DOCOMO, with its recent launch in all the
    nine telecom Circles where it won the 3G license. In association with its partner NTT DOCOMO, the
    Company finds itself suitably positioned to leverage this first-lover advantage. The company has also
    launched a new brand on the GSM platform—T24—in partnership with Indian retail giant Future Group.
    TTSL’s bouquet of telephony services includes mobile services, wireless desktop phones, public booth
    telephony and wireline services.

    For details, visit www.tatateleservices.com, www.tataindicom.com and www.tatadocomo.com[/toggle]

  • Exclusive : HTC will Launch a new Smartphone tomorrow : HTC CHA CHA?

    Exclusive : HTC will Launch a new Smartphone tomorrow : HTC CHA CHA?

    HTC has just invited us to the launch of their new Smartphone tomorrow. Most likely its the HTC ChaCha, but it could also be the 3D. We wont know till we know, But we do know that there is a new phone coming tomorrow and iGyaan will have the details. Also Check out the invite below, and yes we know you folks act funny so we have smudged out the details of the location etc.

     

  • The HTC Sensation Full Review

    The HTC Sensation Full Review

    After the sudden downpour of benchmark gods in the division of mobility, HTC also let out its dual core beast amidst  the ever growing population. The HTC Sensation is the first dual core phone from HTC and also the highest resolution device from the company. Lets see if it actually fares decently well with the competition in the market.

     

    BUILD QUALITY

    If you want benchmarks for build quality when it comes to mobile devices, HTC is the global standard. HTC has always managed to surprise us with their quality and build standards. Solid unibody construction along with a tough front facing gorilla glass display which is not only impact resistant, but is also very scratch resistant. The back of the device has rubber accents in strategic locations making it an easy to handle and operate phone. The device is well build and you can see that as soon as you pick up the device in your hand. 

    With no shaking and rattling this device is robust and built to last. The upward edged glass is functional and is easy on the fingers as you slide off – off the screen. The designers of the HTC Sensation took everything into perspective from the aesthetics to the functionality and the intelligent placement of the buttons – which by the way are extremely tactile and responsive. 

    HARDWARE

    There is no questioning the latest hardware in the Sensation, the latest dual core processors a very high resolution screen, functional 8 megapixel camera with full HD video at 1080p.

     

    DESIGN

    While it may not be as clean and sleek as the Samsung Galaxy S2, The Sensation wasn’t meant to be. HTC Sensation takes its design cues from the practical and robust hues of life. You can call it a Range Rover in front of a 7 series ( Galaxy S2) while both may have powerful engines, the rover is more practical in India, is tougher, bolder and solid. Nothing describes holding the HTC Sensation better than this, Its a premium SUV in the smartphone market.

    PHONE AND MESSAGING

    Superior audio in and out from the Sensation during calls, is the only main thing we saw. The network performance was excellent and sustained throughout our test period. 3G and WCDMA performance excelled in the Sensation as we literally hogged the bandwidth of our providers. With brilliant performance from even the likes of an MTNL trump number ( usually 2 – bars, and weak performance in our area), we were literally amazed at how well this phone handled networks. With as little as two dropped calls in two weeks of testing, this phone has scored the top rank in the iG Phone- Networks Review till date.

    The touchscreen on the Sensation is a 4 point multitouch, what that means is that you can have 4 simultaneous inputs. What it also means is that you can use the onboard keyboard as fast  as you can move your thumbs. As soon as you lift the finger and tap the next letter, the device is already recognizing your input and will accept the desired letter. Brilliant keyboard , with an definable auto-correct smooth interactions throughout. 

    DATA & INTERNET

    Getting a phone like the sensation and ignoring the Internet connectivity is like buying a spacecraft without the intention to visit the moon. The device is built for online connectivity, with a superb end user experience while browsing the web, streaming audio, playing multiplayer games or even watching an iGyaan review or two. The connections to WiFi are strong and stable, the device can connect to our wireless networks in areas which other phones would term as dead spots. In a head to head comparison the WiFi network on the Sensation was much better than that on the Galaxy S2.

    The Hotspot feature is possibly the one we used the most on the Sensation. Because, the network performance was so great, we were able to share our 3G networks over 7 devices and were able to enjoy the shared bandwidth and download speeds of the connection. We did  struggle to upload our posts from a off road cafe on the Delhi-Gurgaon expressway over a 512kbps upload connection split 7 way, but the Sensation is not to blame for it.

    BATTERY LIFE

    Unlike the Galaxy S2 the Sensation has a very stable OS, add to the mix a brilliant power management framework and you get a brilliant powerhouse with excellent battery life.

    Values 2G 3G WiFi
    Talk Time upto 9 Hours 6 hours –
    Standby time 48 Hours 36 hours 7 Days
    Web Browsing 8-9 hours 5 hours 5 Hours
    Video Streaming 4 Hours 2.5 Hours 4 Hours
    Music Streaming 14 hours 9 hours 14 hours

     

    GAMING 

    We found that most games work great with the device and we had no issues with incompatibilities. The only issue that we did see is the difference in display size. Some apps failed to recognize the QHD display on the HTC Sensation and came as mini boxes within the screen of the Sensation, limiting them to their maximum pixel size. The processor is managed well with the GPU and can deliver great graphics and a brilliant gaming experience. Align those with excellent sensors, including a gyroscope and a brilliant touch screen, you have yourself a gaming device

    DUAL CORE

    We feel HTC did a  better job than LG did on the Optimus 2X and Samsung on the S2. Sure the Optimus 2x is cheaper and Samsung has better benchmark results, HTC is more organized and professional and the framework and implementation of the hardware is built to last. The OS is tweaked to give little or no errors and is bug and crash free. Graphics and Implementation of the user interface elements is absolutely stunning and smooth. The Sensation impressed us in all hooks when it came to stuff under  the hood, yes it didn’t score high on quadrant, but it can with a little tweaking. Currently the Sensation is a mature device and not as young and energetic as the Galaxy S2 especially when it comes to Processor and Graphics.

    ADD ON NOTES

    The Sensation has a much higher resolution display in comparison to the S2, but the super Amoled plus trumps the extra resolution 4 times over. The Amoled plus screen is extremely vivid and lifelike. We faced a lot of network issues on the S2, but none on the Sensation, the battery drain issue faced on the S2 was also nowhere to be found on the Sensation. The device does not overheat and performance is smooth throughout. 

    CONCLUSION

    The HTC Sensation is true competition to the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the hype around it. The S2 failed to deliver where it mattered most, the Sensation on the other hand does everything that its meant to and more. The Sensation also is a bit cheaper than the Galaxy S2 in the market and provides excellent user support throughout its service channels. The device is robust, well made and is built to impress. If you are looking for a good investment for your moolah, this is the true multi-taskers of choice. 

    If it wasn’t for the washed out display in comparison to the Super Amoled Plus, this device would have scored maximum score but for now :

    [xrr rating=4.5/5 label=”We Rate The Sensation : ” imageset=shiny_yellow_star display_as=fraction_stars]

    PRICE :IN Rs. 29,000/- 

     

    UNBOXING VIDEO

     

    SAMPLE VIDEO CAMERA FOOTAGE

     

     

    REVIEW VIDEO

     

     

    iG Tech labs

  • HTC Tells Apple to not be a Nasty Sue Baby

    HTC Tells Apple to not be a Nasty Sue Baby

    Apple has been suing every bit of competition they find in the market including their latest attack target – HTC. In an attempt to weaken the morale of the folks at Cupertino HTC’s general counsel Grace Lei said:

    HTC is disappointed at Apple’s constant attempts at litigations instead of competing fairly in the market.

    This comes after a previous attempt from Apple to stop imports of products by HTC in the US. Final resolution of the previous case is due this month, while Apple has already planned ahead.

  • Apple Files second Patent Infringement Complaint against HTC – Shares Drop

    Apple Files second Patent Infringement Complaint against HTC – Shares Drop

    Its only been a couple of months and Apple has slammed HTC with the second patent infringement case. The US International Trade Commission is reporting that HTC is being accused and  is being asked to stop the import of “personal electronic devices”. Last year, Apple filed a separate action against HTC with the U.S. International Trade Commission, where HTC then leveled its own patent infringement claims against Apple. Preliminary rulings for those cases are expected this week.

     Shares in the world’s No.5 handset maker, HTC Corp (2498.TW), tumbled more than 4 percent on Tuesday, after Apple Inc (AAPL.O) sued the company in a fresh complaint with a U.S. trade panel. 

    HTC said its net profit doubled in the second quarter, beating market expectations. But analysts suggested that because the operating income tracked forecasts, they expected shares of HTC would consolidate before the investor conference at the end of this month, when the company gives guidance for the third quarter. There are rumours out there that HTC would need to pay Apple T$20 billion ($693.64 million) in compensation. 

    That would lower down profit expectations considerably.

  • HTC will start Bootloader Unlock in August – HTC Sensation on the List

    HTC will start Bootloader Unlock in August – HTC Sensation on the List

    HTC has confirmed via their official Facebook fan page that they will start unlocking bootloaders in their popular phones come August. On the List is the HTC Sensation (global – yes the one in India) along with Sensation 4G on T-Mobile and the EVO 3D on Sprint. 

    HTC wont stop there and says that it will continue to provide unlocking capabilities to other devices as time progresses.

     

    **UPDATE 7/10**

    We wanted to provide an update on HTC’s progress with bringing bootloader unlocking to our newest phones. We know how excited some of you are for this capability, and we’ve put significant resources behind making this change as soon as possible. While we wish we could flip a simple switch and unlock all bootloaders across our device portfolio, this is actually a complex challenge that requires a new software build and extensive testing to deliver the best possible customer experience.

    We’re thrilled to announce today that software updates to support bootloader unlocking will begin rolling out in August for the global HTC Sensation, followed by the HTC Sensation 4G on T-Mobile USA and the HTC EVO 3D on Sprint. We’re in the testing phase for the unlocking capability now, and we expect it to be fully operational by early September for devices that have received the software updates. We’ll continue rolling out the unlocking capability over time to other devices as part of maintenance releases and new shipments.

    HTC continues its commitment to unlocking bootloaders and supporting the developer community. Because of the importance of this community to us, please expect an update on this about every few weeks as we make progress toward launch. Thank you for your patience and continued support!

    [HTC on Facebook]

  • HTC receives Eight Design Awards (PR)

    HTC receives Eight Design Awards (PR)

    HTC has been awarded eight design awards for its creations including the IDEA Gold Award .

    The HTC Droid Incredible was given a Gold award, the HTC EVO 4G was recognized with a Silver award, and the HTC Legend garnered a Bronze award. The HTC Aria was also named a finalist in the communications tool category.  Amongst others.

     

    Read the full PR below for the total information.

     

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    HTC Recognized for Global Design Leadership

                    Honored with Eight Awards, Including the Prestigious IDEA Gold Award

    New Delhi, India – July 6, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile phones, has been honored by three separate international organizations for excellence in product design, reflecting the company’s commitment to creating perfect experiences for everyday life that make consumers’ lives a little better.

    HTC’s philosophy of designing mobile phones for the individual passions and pursuits of consumers is reflected in each winning product line, resulting in recent awards from IDEA, and earlier in the year from red dot and IDA.

    “Countless HTC employees came together to earn the recognition we received at IDEA 2011, red dot 2011 and IDA 2010,” said Scott Croyle, Vice President of design at HTC.  “Our award-winning designs span multiple disciplines and regions around the world. Our teams listened to and observed customers, recognized their differing needs, and partnered to design products that have these customers’ desires at heart.”

    HTC garnered four top awards at the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA), known as the “Oscars of Design,” and sponsored by Fast Company magazine and the Industrial Designers Society of America, for devices in the communications tools category.  The HTC Droid Incredible was given a Gold award, HTC EVO 4G recognized with a Silver award, and the HTC Legend garnered a Bronze award.  Additionally, the HTC Aria was a finalist in the communications tool category.  

    “The rigor of selecting the best of over 2,000 entries culminated in three days of intense dialogue and debate that was stimulating and rewarding for the 20 expert jurors—we are proud of the work we have chosen to represent the best from our profession,” said IDEA’s Jury Chair Davin Stowell, founder and CEO of Smart Design.

    Started in 1980 by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the International Design Excellence Awards Program (IDEA®) fosters business and public understanding about the impact of design excellence on the quality of life and the economy. 

     

    HTC Receives “red dot” of Approval from Global Jury

    In March 2011, HTC won three awards from red dot.  The EVO 4G won the highest product design award: the “red dot: best of the best” award, recognizing trailblazing design.  In addition, the HTC Legend and HTC Aria won a red dot, a quality seal awarded to devices with high design quality, that stand apart from comparable products.

     

    Red dot was judged by a jury from across the globe, whose background gives them unique insight to assess the special intercultural aspects of design. The red dot awards are sponsored by the Red Dot Museum in Germany and Singapore. The competition  is aimed at all those who would like to distinguish their business activities through design.

     

    “HTC’s drive to connect with consumers through design was apparent in the winning selections,” said Professor Dr. Peter Zec, president of the competition. “Each year we seek out brands that successfully harness the power of design to the masses.”

     

    International Design Awards (IDA) Gives HTC Gold

    In May 2011, the IDA, a four-year-old awards program honoring smart and sustainable design, recognized HTC’s pioneering design by awarding the HTC Legend a Gold at the 2010 IDA Awards.  

     

    “This competition year has been our largest to date, with entries from over 65 countries,” said Jade Tran, competition director. “We were very excited to see design that was so committed to design theory and creating a strong connection between consumer and product.  HTC certainly exemplified this in the Phone and Communications Technology category.”

     

    A handful of designers, thinkers and entrepreneurs created the International Design Awards in 2007 as a response to the lack of recognition and celebration for smart and sustainable multidisciplinary design.

     

    About HTC

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

    Follow HTC India on:

    Twitter: http://twitter.com/HTC_in

    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HTCIndia

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  • Poll : And The Winner Is !

    Poll : And The Winner Is !

    Sometime back we asked you what your next phone is going to be. A lot of you answered and we decided to let you guys know the Result

     

    As per our Readers, by a clear margin, the most popular Smartphone for Q2 2011 is the Samsung Galaxy S2, which got 25 % of the crowd voting for it. Followed by the iPhone 4 which was at approx. 9 % .

    About 8% users mentioned other phones not mentioned in the poll and approx. 7%  and 6% for the Wildfire S and Motorola Defy respectively.

    The rest of the phones including, and not limiting to, the HTC Sensation (4.5%)  Optimus 2X (2 %) Galaxy S (3 %) and those waiting for the iPhone 5 fell in the 45 % (others) category.

    You can find the original poll over here [button link=”https://igyaan.in/2011/06/poll-phone/” bg_color=”#1f1fff”]Click Here[/button]

  • EDIT : A Smartphone or a Tablet, What to Buy?

    EDIT : A Smartphone or a Tablet, What to Buy?

    The question haunts every smartphone buyer, “should i instead buy a tablet?”. In the past few weeks we have got over a hundred emails asking us this question.

    Tablet season is here and its going to stay. When tablets were launched globally starting with the 1st iPad in the United Stated, analysts speculated that the market in India would not adapt to a tablet lifestyle. Today more than 25% of India’s mobile internet traffic is from iPads alone, another 10% from other tablets. Analyst have been proven wrong yet again, but the question still remains a Tablet or a souped up Smartphone?

    We shall try and resolve this predicament for you.

    A smartphone today has come a long way from what it was when the term was invented. Smart phones started off as basic day to day mobile phones that did a little bit more. A color screen, an mp3 player and customizable ringtones, a WAP browser and VGA cameras with infrared photo sharing. People were happy with these features and were shelling out Rs. 25-35 thousand for devices that were just smart.

    Today you can’t be happy with what you pay for, A dual core phone, WiFi – N, Bluetooth 3.0, GBs of Ram, Multiple GBs of storage, touchscreens, slim designs, gorilla glass, unibody constructions and a whole host of Apps that do everything else. But its still not enough, we need higher spec’d displays LCD, SLCD, Amoled, Super Amoled, Super Amoled Plus and now Super Amoled Plus HD. Why is there a constant need for upgraded technology? Socially a man buying a phone always has the need to be on top of technology (This is directly proportional to the size of his, since this is a public page lets say “car”) The newer and more expensive the tech, the more a man feels like a man. Why shouldn’t we? we have a right to everything that makes us happy, and a right to get what we pay for and sometimes more than what we pay for.

    A Smartphone today is the ultimate tool for a man ( student through Business men) from lectures, to calculations , wind speeds, weather info, document editing, printing , presentations, video editing, photo editing, emails, messaging everything can be achieved on a smartphone. So why should we not get one.

    APPS ON THE DEVICES OF TODAY

     

    Tablets in the market today are essentially blown up versions of the devices we carry in our pockets, the iPad 1 matched the specs of the iPhone 4 , (infact the phone had more ram) and the iPad 2 will be dwarfed by the iPhone 5s specs. Similarly Android phones dwarf the tablets, Galaxy S2 and Sensation are far more powerful than any Android tablet in the market today.

    So is a larger screen a better option?

    No one can really answer that question for you, it all comes down to what you do with the device you buy. I personally hate carrying my tablet and only like to carry my phone. A tablet is useful while traveling its a multimedia powerhouse- gaming , movies, videos even basic editing work can be done easily on a tablet.  I also have met and often bump into folks who like carrying a tablet everywhere even to the GYM ( seriously what are they thinking?). Upon a little investigation you find out that they spent their budget on a tablet with phone call abilities and don’t own a phone anymore.

    PADFONE

    In an ideal world a product like the Asus Padfone would be perfect. A smartphone which converts into a tablet when you need it to be one, what else could one ask for? Devices like the Padfone are going to be the ultimate tool of a technology lover, but they still have time to arrive.

    Till then our recommendation is:

    If you really want to, then get a tablet and fulfill your dreams. But keep in mind that a tablet will never replace a phone and you should always have a phone handy, whether a Smartphone or a standard phone is what your budget will answer (even your day to day requirements). Carrying a tablet around as a phone will not only make you look, well how should we put it, like a “doofus”. Unless you are totally business oriented and your work calls for it. But then if you are a business man then you probably already own a smartphone, right?

    According to us, tablets today are not yet there, not ready to beat a good phone. Invest in a good phone, you will get more done. A tablet is only eye candy, a large touchscreen that has been a part of Sci-Fi movies for a long time and today when the opportunity is here, everyone wants to grab it. Get one only as a secondary device, something between your phone and your notebook, as a notebook replacement even, if you don’t have much work except document editing than a tablet will fulfill your notebook requirements and look good doing it. Plus there is always the benefit of Angry Birds on a large screen.

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  • HTC Launches the Flyer Tablet in India (PR)

    HTC Launches the Flyer Tablet in India (PR)

    Its Raining Tablets this year and HTC is adding to the downpour with the HTC FLYER

    The Tablet has the following Specs

    CPU Speed

    1.5 GHz

    Platform

    AndroidTM with HTC SenseTM

    Memory

    Internal storage: 32 GB

    RAM: 1 GB

    (The actual available internal storage may differ depending on the software configuration of your device.)

    Dimensions

    195.4 mm (L) x 122 mm (W) x 13.2 mm (T)

    Weight

    420 gms with battery

    Display

    7 inch touch-sensitive screen with 1024 x 600 resolution

    Network

    HSPA/WCDMA:

    • 900/AWS/2100 MHz

    Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE:

    • 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

    (Band frequency, HSPA availability, and data speed are operator dependent.)

    GPS

    Internal GPS antenna

    Sensors

    • G-Sensor

    • Digital Compass

    • Ambient Light Sensor

    Connectivity

    • Bluetooth® 3.0 with A2DP for wireless

    • Stereo Headsets

    • Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11b/g/n

    • 3.5 mm stereo audio jack

    • Micro-USB (12-pin micro-USB 2.0)

    Camera

    • 5 megapixel colour camera with auto focus

    • 1.3 megapixel front camera

    Audio Supported Formats

    • Playback: .aac, .amr, .ogg, .m4a, .mid, .mp3, .wav, .wma (Windows Media

    Audio 9)

    • Recording: .amr, .aac

    Video Supported Formats

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

      • Recording: .3gp

    Battery

    Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery, Capacity: 4000 mAh

    Standby time:

    • Up to 820 – 1470 hours

    Video playback time:

    • Up to 4 hours

    (The above are subject to network)

    Expansion Slot

    microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)

    AC adapter

    Voltage range/frequency: 100 ~ 240 V

    AC, 50/60 Hz

    DC output: 9 V and 1.67 A

     

    Although the MOP of the Device is almost Rs. 40,000/- it is available in the market for much less.

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    HTC Unveils The HTC Flyer In India, The First Tablet With HTC Sense

    ·         Marks HTC’s foray in the tablet market in India

    ·         Aluminum unibody design with touch and pen interaction make HTC Flyer unique

    ·         First tablet with HTC WatchÄ video service, HTC ScribeÄ Technology and OnLive cloud gaming

    New Delhi, India – June 27, 2011 – HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced its first tablet in India, the HTC FlyerTM. HTC Flyer blends HTC’s trademark design language with an all-new HTC Sense user experience that has been reimagined for the tablets. Using an intuitive and innovative approach to tablets, HTC Flyer combines natural touch and pen interaction. HTC also announced HTC Watch, a new connected video service that will debut on HTC Flyer tablet, and will collaborate with OnLive, Inc. to launch the first cloud-based mobile gaming service on a tablet.

     

    “HTC believes that many people are progressing beyond a single wireless device paradigm into an era where some will own multiple wireless devices that serve their different needs,” said Faisal Siddiqui, Country Manager, HTC India.  “We saw an opportunity to create a tablet experience that is different, more personal and productive, and are extremely excited to introduce the HTC Flyer in the Indian market.”

     

    Encased in a sleek aluminum unibody, the HTC Flyer tablet exudes the iconic style and build quality HTC is known for.  It is also ultra-light, weighing as little as a paperback book, and compact enough to fit in a jacket pocket only.  With a seven-inch display, lightning fast 1.5Ghz processor and high-speed HSPA+ wireless capabilities, the HTC Flyer tablet is perfect for those who have been waiting for a tablet that is both compact and powerful.

     

    HTC Sense for Tablet

    HTC Sense revolutionized smartphones by placing the person at the center of the experience. HTC Flyer’s tablet-focused HTC Sense experience focuses on surprising and delighting people with its gorgeous 3D home screen. A unique carousel of widgets puts a user’s most important content and information at the visual center of the experience.  The HTC Flyer tablet also offers uncompromised Web browsing with Flash 10 and HTML 5.

     

     

     

    HTC Scribe Technology

    Touch interaction lights up the HTC Flyer tablet experience, but it also offers a groundbreaking pen experience. With the new HTC Scribe Technology on the HTC Flyer tablet, people can rediscover the natural act of writing. HTC Scribe Technology introduces a wave of integrated digital ink innovations that make it easy and natural to take notes, sign contracts, draw pictures, or even write on a web page or photo.

     

    HTC Scribe Technology on the HTC Flyer tablet transforms traditional note-taking into smart note-taking by integrating natural onscreen writing with thoughtful and integrated innovations. A feature called Timemark enables you to capture the audio of a meeting in line with your written notes, so tapping on a word in your notes instantly takes you to that exact place in time in the audio recording of the meeting. Notes are also integrated with the calendar so when there is an appointment reminder you are automatically prompted with an opportunity to begin a new note or in the case of recurring meetings, to continue where the last meeting left off.  In an industry first, the HTC Flyer tablet also features built-in synchronization with EvernoteÄ, the world-leading notes application and service.

     

    Streaming Mobile Movies with HTC Watch

    The HTC Flyer tablet premieres HTC Watch, HTC’s new video download service.  The HTC Watch service enables low-cost on-demand progressive downloading of hundreds of High-Definition movies from major studios. The intuitive, natural design of the HTC Watch service makes it easy to find the latest movie and video content, while advanced technology on the back-end enables instant playback over the HTC Flyer tablet’s high-speed wireless connection.

     

    Mobile Cloud Gaming with OnLive

    HTC takes mobile gaming to an entirely new level by being the first mobile device in the world to integrate OnLive Inc.’s revolutionary cloud-based gaming service. OnLive is leading in the home gaming market by letting people play top video games on their televisions and computers without the need to buy expensive gaming hardware or software.  When integrated fully, the OnLive service will enable customers to pipe the OnLive service through the HTC Flyer tablet’s broadband wireless to their television sets, or let them play directly on the tablet. When integrated on the HTC Flyer tablet, people can play a variety of games, including hits like Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood™, NBA 2K11 and Lego Harry Potter™.

     

    Pricing & Availability

    The HTC Flyer will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 39,890* at all authorized HTC resellers across the country.

    * Prices may vary according to the local applicable taxes

     

    About HTC

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

     

    Follow HTC India on:

    Twitter: http://twitter.com/HTC_in

    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HTCIndia

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  • POLL : So Whats Your Next Phone? Updated

    POLL : So Whats Your Next Phone? Updated

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    If you cant find your phone above leave a comment in the comments below.

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