Looks like RIM is following up in HP’s footsteps, and has decided to liquidate the Playbook all over the world. The US however seems to get the best deal,  RIM’s official webstore is offering the 16GB, 32GB and 64GB model for $299, the pricing is quite strange especially since no one would buy the cheaper ones. Those who have the tablet can get access to the Android market in a few easy steps detailed by the team at Crackberry. It requires a rooted PlayBook, WinSCP, the latest version of Cyanogen Google apps.
In India the Playbook has been sold out at the lower pricing, with just an asking price of Rs. [...]
The Kindle fire is already been rooted and in an easy process at that. The smart folks at XDA-Developers have found a way to root the Barnes and Noble tablet. The root is permanent and will stay even if you reboot the device. The boot loader still remains locked but the process allows you to side load apps and possibly custom rome and kernels to boost performance.
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One of the Smartest Smart Phones to hit our country, The Samsung Galaxy S2 has gathered a lot of public attention. But, does it stand up to the challenge put out by Day-to-Day Smart-Phone use? Lets Find Out!
BUILD QUALITY, HARDWARE & DESIGNThe Galaxy S2 has a nice design, a sleek body and extra tough glass. But the build quality of the phone may not be up to the mark. The device features a total plastic construction that defies all laws of mobile phone existence. At just 8.5mm thick the device boasts an extremely slim profile. The back panel/cover is a flimsy piece of plastic that is fidgety to remove and put back [...]
So while we were playing around with the new Samsung Galaxy S2 and found a great screenshot feature so we decided to show you benchmark screenshots: take a look at the amazing scores from Samsung Galaxy S2
Quadrant Benchmark
AnTutu System
NeoCore
Linpack
Is it here Finally? Yes it is, the new Samsung Galaxy S2, The Epic Smartphone of the Year! (Till now Anyway) Â While we unbox the beauty check out the Hands On Pics below. Remember you got all exclusive news on the Samsung Galaxy S2 here at iGyaan.in.
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So its finally here the new Samsung Galaxy S2 is now available in major retailers, including online vendors. Priced at a special 32,990. a tad steeper than we would have expected. We got coverage of the launch even back last month at the Samsung forum
Samsung Galaxy S II Â Specifications:
Android 2.3 Samsung Exynos 1.2 GHz Dual core processor 8MP rear camera with 2 MP front cam NFC Hardware Bluetooth 3.0 with EDR USB 2.0 WiFi b/g/n, WiFi direct DLNA 16GB internal storage 1650 mAh battery 4.27 inch Super AMOLED Plus display Social Hub, Games Hub, Readers Hub aGPS HSPA+CHECK OUT OUT VIDEO FROM THE LAUNCH EVENT BELOW
We show you how to Root the Dual core monster from Samsung. The Galaxy S2 has been rooted and we have easy instructions for you:
NOTE: Rooting is not recommended for the faint of Heart, and can possibly brick your phone, Void warranty and make you feel invariably sick.
What you need: A Samsung Galaxy S2 (Duh!) A Windows PC A USB DATACABLE Odin Downloader (Download HERE) Download the attached XWKDD, but do NOT extract the .tar file (Download Here) Download and extract SuperOneClick Put device in USB debugging mode: Settings -> Applications -> Development -> USB debugging
Step One
Reboot your device into download mode [...]
