Top News This Week : Microsoft Buys Nokia; Galaxy Note, Gear Announced; Android 4.4 Named Kit Kat And More!

We understand that it is a busy week and it's really hard to keep track of everything that goes on in the tech world. So here’s a handy recap of the top news stories this week.

Microsoft buys Nokia's devices and services unit for $7.2 billion :
In what is the biggest story of the year so far, Microsoft has purchased substantially all of Nokia’s devices and services business, and license and use of the company’s patents and mapping services. The deal is expected to close in the Q1 of 2014 and is subject to approval by Nokia’s shareholders, regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. Under the terms of the agreement, Microsoft will pay 3.79 billion euros to purchase the Finnish company’s devices and services business, and 1.65 billion euros to license Nokia’s patents, for a total transaction price of 5.44 billion euro (approx $7.2 billion) in cash. 

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 officially announced :
The much-awaited Galaxy Note 3 is finally official.The design of the phablet has been tweaked a bit, with the smartphone coming with a leather back panel. The Galaxy Note 3 also seems to sport stiched accents. The Galaxy Note 3 comes with a 5.7-inch full HD Super AMOLED display with a pixel resolution of 1920 x 1080, giving it a pixel density of 386ppi. Samsung has come up with two variants of the phone, each coming with a different processor under the hood. The first variant comes with an improved version of the company’s Exynos 5 Octa chip clocked at 1.9GHz, which packs an ARM Cortex-A15 chip with a more power-friendly Cortex-A7. The second version comes with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 800 SoC, with four cores clocked at 2.3GHz. The latter is aimed at LTE markets.

Stephen Elop to head Microsoft's Devices team :
According to a company-wide email sent by Microsoft boss Steve Ballmer, Stephen Elop will be heading an expanded Devices team, which includes the company's current Devices and Studios teams. Currently handling the Xbox side of things is Julie Larson-Green, but she will be working directly under Elop once the Nokia acquisition by Microsoft is complete. According to Ballmer's email, "Julie Larson-Green will continue to run the Devices and Studios team, and will be focused on the big launches this fall including Xbox One and our Surface enhancements. Julie will be joining Stephen’s team once the acquisition closes, and will work with him to shape the new organization."

LG G2 slated for a late September launch in India :
According to our sources from LG, the G2 is likely to pave its way into the Indian market by the end of September or early October, right in time for the Diwali shopping season. It will be competing with the Galaxy S4 and the HTC One. The smartphone is sleek at 8.9mm and runs on Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2. It features a large 5.2-inch full HD display and employs Graphic (GRAM) technology that reduces the display’s energy use by up to 26 percent on a still frame. Under the hood, it is powered by a 2.26GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 SoC featuring four Krait CPUs along with 2GB of RAM. The G2 also gets a 3000mAh battery. The smartphone had also grabbed eyeballs for its design that doesn’t feature any buttons on the edges as the volume and power buttons are placed at the back. The LG G2 smartphone will be available in black and white.

Qualcomm announces the Toq smartwatch featuring Mirasol display and wireless charging :
At its annual Uplinq Developer Conference, Qualcomm announced that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Connected Experiences will release a Qualcomm branded smartwatch towards the end of the year. The Qualcomm smartwatch dubbed Toq was showcased at the event by Paul Jacobs, Chairman and CEO of Qualcomm. The Toq is expected to be a second display for your Android smartphone which will connect via Bluetooth (compatible with Android 4.0.3 and above). Support for iOS expected in the future.  

Samsung unveils Galaxy Gear smartwatch; only compatible with Galaxy smartphones :
Samsung has finally shown its first steps into the wearable computer space. The company unveiled the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, which, sadly enough, will only work with Samsung’s current crop of high-end smartphones. At launch, it will only work with the Galaxy Note 3, but the Galaxy S4, S3 and Note 2 will be getting software updates for Galaxy Gear support.The Galaxy Gear is capable of showing users notifications that could otherwise only be seen on the phone. These notifications include incoming messages, calls, texts, emails and alerts. It shows a preview of these notifications and lets users accept or dismiss them right from the Gear. It also has the Smart Relay feature, which opens the content of the notification on the smartphone as soon as it is pulled out of the pocket. The Gear is primarily used by either using the swipe-based interface or Samsung’s S Voice feature. 

Indian engineer receives $12,500 in bounty for exposing image-deleting Facebook bug :
21-year old Indian Electronics and Communications Engineer, Arul Kumar received $12,500 bounty after reporting a Facebook bug that allowed one to delete an image on a page without any interaction from the user. Researcher Arul Kumar posted a blog about how easy it was to exploit the Facebook Support Dashboard and delete any image from any page, including verified ones. Kumar detailed the bug, deemed critical, and sent across a video to Facebook’s security team.

Bharti Airtel in talks to acquire Loop Mobile :
Mumbai-based Loop Mobile, whose owners want to quit the telecom sector, is in talks with Bharti Airtel for an acquisition. Bharti Airtel is the leading bidder in the race. The final deal will depend upon the clarity on guidelines set by the government for mergers and acquisitions. It would also depend upon the renewal fee as Loop’s license is set top expire in September next year.

Sony Xperia Z1 with 20.7-megapixel camera and Snapdragon 800 is official :
Sony unveiled its imaging-centric smartphone, the Xperia Z1. Once again built around the same OmniBalance design principles first seen in the Xperia Z, the Z1 has an aluminium frame to lend it a bit more sturdiness. Like most of the recent Sony launches, this one will be water and dustproof. The Z1 has a 5-inch full HD Triluminos LCD with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The display also gets Sony's OptiContrast and X-Reality Engine technologies. Internally, the smartphone comes with Qualcomm’s latest quad-core Snapdragon 800 SoC clocked at 2.2GHz and 2GB of RAM. The phone also comes with 16GB of internal flash memory which can be expanded up to 64GB via a microSD slot. The highlight of the Xperia Z1 is the 20.7 megapixel primary camera which comes with the company's G Lens. The camera will sport a 27mm wide angle, a f2.0 aperture as well as a 1/2.3-type CMOS image sensor Exmor RS for mobile as well as BIONZ mobile image processing engine. 

Apple sends out invites for September 10 iPhone event :
Apple has sent out invites for a September 10 event, where the company will most likely unveil the new iPhone. The event will take place at 10 AM PT (10:30 PM IST) at the Apple Campus in Cupertino. It is touted to be one of the most exciting Apple events, so far. The event will witness the the successor to its iPhone 5, possibly called the iPhone 5S, and also a cheaper iPhone 5C.

Forget Key Lime Pie, Android 4.4 to be called KitKat :
Google has announced that the next version of Android will be called Kit Kat. Android version 4.4 was being called Key Lime Pie internall, but Google decided to talk to Nestle over a possible branding opportunity. According to Google, Key Lime Pie was ditched because it didn't have a wide appeal around the world. Google told BBC that there is no money attached to naming it KitKat. "This is not a money-changing-hands kind of deal," John Lagerling, Director of Android Global Partnerships said. 

4.7-inch Micromax Canvas Ego A113 up for pre-order at Rs 12,999 :
Micromax has now added a new mid-range smartphone to its existing line-up, titled the Canvas Ego A113. The new smartphone is now up for pre-order for Rs 12,999. From the specifications seen, the smartphone sports a 4.7-inch display. The Ego A113 comes with a 1.2GHz quad-core processor under the hood along with 1GB of RAM. Additionally, there is 4GB of internal memory, expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card. 

Google may have accidentally revealed the Nexus 5 :
In a video announcing the arrival of Android 4.4 Kit Kat, Google accidentally revealed a next-gen Nexus device, purported to be made by LG.

Intex launches the quad-core Aqua i7 for Rs 21,900 :
Intex has launched its latest smartphone flagship, the Intex Aqua i7, for Rs 21,900. The dual-SIM smartphone comes with a form thickness of 7.88mm and packs a 5-inch full HD display with a pixel resolution of 1920x1080. The display has One Glass Solution (OGS) as well as Corning Gorilla Glass for protection. The Aqua i7 will come with a 1.5GHz quad-core processor as well as 2GB of RAM. Keeping up with most of the competition, the Aqua i7 will come with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean running the show. Additionally, the smartphone will support 32GB of internal memory. In terms of photography, the smartphone comes with a 13-megapixel primary camera as well as a 5-megapixel front shooter. 

Amazon announces an updated Kindle Paperwhite :
Amazon has listed an update to its much-loved Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. The newest iteration of Kindle Paperwhite will sport the same physical features as the one released last year with no visible changes to its looks. It will sport a higher contrast e-ink display, a 25 percent faster processor and an improved page turning and book opening experience. Most importantly, Amazon has redesigned the built-in light in the Paperwhite for a better reading experience, negating any strain on the eyes.

Posted by Unknown Monday, September 09, 2013

Web News : HTC Unveils The 4.3-Inch Desire L

HTC has revealed a new cellphone in Taiwan. Surprisingly, however, the cellphone doesn't follow the current identifying pattern that the organization has implemented. Instead of the "One" marketing, the device goes oldschool HTC with the name Wish L.

The device sports low-end specifications and seems to be targeted towards the price range market. It comes prepared with a 4.3-inch SLCD 2 display with a WVGA quality of 800 x 480 p. It's powered by a 1GHz processer. For picture, it's prepared with a 5 mega-pixel back photographic camera, but it does not have a front-facing photographic camera. It also has the Surpasses Sound motorists that HTC includes in its cell phones.

The cellphone seems to be available in three colors – black, white and light red. Looking at the images, it seems to be operating either Feeling 4 or Feeling 4+. It is unidentified whether the cellphone will get the Feeling 5 upgrade. 

While the cellphone has been declared on the HTC Taiwan website, there seems to be no word from the organization regarding a possible worldwide edition of the smartphone.

HTC had revealed another cellphone in its price range promotions returning in Jan. Known as the Wish U, it seems to feature a look that informs one of the traditional Wish devices that were once HTC's flagships.

The cellphone functions a 4-inch display with a quality of 800 x 480 p. On the interior, it operates on a 1 GHz processer and has 512MB of RAM. It also has 4GB of internal storage, which is extended up to 32GB via microSD. For digital cameras, the cellphone functions a 5mp photographic camera with WVGA quality videos. Other functions consist of Surpasses Sound and a 1650 mAh battery. It also functions all of the connection gadgets, such as Wi-Fi, 3G and Wireless 4.0.

Back in Nov, HTC had revealed its dual-SIM smartphone – the Wish SV – at an event in Singapore. The outlined functions of the smartphone consist of a dual-core processer, an 8 mega-pixel photographic camera, a 4.3-inch display and Surpasses Sound.

HTC statements that a 1GHz dual-core processer helps with web surfing around, watching video clips, operating applications and installing accessories. This smartphone comes with 768MB of RAM and functions a 4.3-inch super LCD 2 display that HTC statements will make images, video clips, e-mails and demonstrations look a lot more stunning. This dual-SIM smartphone comes packed with efficiency tools such as Office Package, Microsof company Exchange push mail and schedule support.

As far as the software goes, the HTC Wish SV comes packed with Android operating system v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with the HTC Feeling UI. This device can be improved to Android operating system v4.1 (Jelly Bean) once HTC produces it for the device.

Posted by Unknown Monday, April 22, 2013

Report : Samsung Galaxy Note In India Finally Getting 4.1 Jelly Bean Update

Galaxy Note customers in Native indian, rejoice! New samsung has created the Android operating system 4.1.2 Jelly bean upgrade to Galaxy Note gadgets in Native indian as we kind. But don't be amazed if you don't see the upgrade instantly - it has created in a line system according to customer feedback across the Internet.

Some customers are saying the upgrade is available for obtain via the New samsung Kies app, but not everyone has been fortunate. You can simply link your New samsung Galaxy Note (GT-N7000) gadgets to your PCs and get began as this is expected to be a extensive rollout. You can also get the upgrade via SamMobile, although you should use this technique only if you are acquainted with blinking ROMs. The upgrade is also available as an OTA upgrade for most people although some customers are still not seeing it outflow through to their Notes.

While we don't have an comprehensive changelog to demonstrate you at this time, we know that the upgrade will carry performance developments and better balance thanks to Venture Butter and of course, Search engines Now.

The baseband edition of the Native indian upgrade to New samsung Galaxy Note is N7000DDLS6 and the develop number is N7000DDLSC. New samsung had began to move out the Jelly bean upgrade in Feb all over the world. The Native indian upgrade is likely to carry with it the same functions.The develop was JZO54K and some of the developments the upgrade introduced along with it were:

• Smooth performance and great stability thanks to Project Butter
• Google Now
• Multi-View multitasking mode, which can also be disabled
• Page Buddy
• A brand new notification drawer with expandable alerts
• Customisable toggles
• Continuous input like Swype or Android 4.2 keyboard
• S-Cloud service
• Features like Direct Call, Smart Stay, Smart Rotation and Pop-up Play
• New Samsung widgets
• Two homescreen modes – Normal and Easy

Galaxy Note was Samsung’s first phablet system and was released with Ice Cream Sandwich. Regarded to be a game-changer of types it’s still a powerful system in the experience of quad-core, complete HD competitors and still loves a extensive users list. This upgrade will carry it up to rate with the Galaxy Note 2. It inhales a new life into the Galaxy Note and changes the ageing New samsung TouchWiz UI with the more contemporary Characteristics UX User interface, same as the one being used in the Galaxy S3. It also delivers a ton of functions from the Galaxy Note 2.

Here are some key specifications of the Galaxy Note:

• 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED display with a 1280 x 800 pixel resolution
• 3G, EDGE/GPRS, Wi-Fi
• GPS with A-GPS support and Google Maps
• Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP, USB 2.0 HS
• 8 megapixel camera with LED flash, 1080p video recording
• Stereo FM radio with RDS
• Memory expandable up to 32 GB via microSD card

 The phone is powered by a dual-core Exynos processor clocked at 1.4GHz and a Mali-400MP GPU. It was the first phone to be launched with Samsung’s unique S-Pen stylus.

Posted by Unknown Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Champion Computers Launches 7-Inch Wtab 705 Talk

Champ Computer systems Pvt Ltd has released its latest product, the Wtab 705 Discuss. The product operates on Android operating system 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and comes with a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen display screen that has a quality of 480 x 800 p. It is 320gm, which the company statements makes the product one of the least heavy in its category.

The Wtab 705 Discuss is operated by a Cortex A8 processer which is 1.5GHz and has 512 MB of RAM. It gives you 4GB of storage space space for applications and press, and facilitates extended storage space up to 32GB via microSD cards. The product has two cameras: one on the top side and one on the back.

The Wtab 705 Discuss has a SIM card port and will let you make speech calls; it has built-in assistance for 2G systems, but if you want to use your 3G relationship, you'll have to link a 3G USB dongle. The Wtab 705 Discuss product is costing Rs 6,300.  

Tablets are increasing to be an important section in the PC industry and MAIT reports the product industry to develop to 7.3 million designs by 2015 to 2016. Kapil Wadhwa, MD, Champ Computer systems, said, “Tablets are coming into their own at a amazing speed and are increasing as the recommended system for enjoyment and content intake. With small displays and affordable costs becoming industry facts, tablets are discovering more recent clients by the day. Many academic institutions too are preparing to present tablets in their program. This means that not all may want to opt for the costly choices.” 

“Our technique is not only to provide competitively-priced items but also to keep providing improved items that help clients technically as well. Our present product is one such example. At Rs 6,300, you will not get a better product,” he included.

Champion Computer systems also has the Wtab 7.2 and Wtab 7.3 (Wi-Fi only  Models), Wtab 7.4  (3G Model) and Wtab 971 in the 9.7-inch dimension section. The Wtab 705 Discuss is available at suppliers across the nation and also on online retail store sites.

Posted by Unknown Thursday, February 07, 2013

Gingerbread Still Rules Android As Jelly Bean Adoption Grows Slowly

The variety of Android operating system gadgets operating Jelly Bean is growing continuously, while Ice Cream Sandwich seems to have actually peaked, as its overall discuss dropped a little bit since last 30 days, according to Google monthly upgrade of the Android operating system Foundation Editions page.

The latest Android operating system versions, 4.1 and 4.2, have seen a strong development of nearly 3.4 % since Jan, from 10.2 to 13.6 in Feb.  Edition 4.1 of Jelly Bean alone saw a jump of a huge 3.2 % since last 30 days, when its discuss was only 9 %. Jelly Bean 4.2 too has seen a small-but-sure development of 0.2 % from 1.2 to 1.4, showing promise for system before the next form of Android operating system comes in. 

However, Gingerbread still seems to be lording over a huge slice of the gadgets operating the OS, with a huge 45.6 % of gadgets still operating version 5.3 of the OS. Note that Gingerbread is quite old at this point of your energy and energy and effort and such a lot of gadgets operating an obsolete form of the OS means that cyber-criminals have a lot of gadgets with older software to manipulate. 

Ice Cream Sandwich has carried the impact of inappropriate phasing, with the development of version 4.0 of Android operating system being slower at 29 %. Effectively, dropping numbers suggest that ICS might never hit the 30 % indicate. Unfortunately enough, Google shows that 8 % of Android operating system gadgets are operating Froyo.

However, with the way Jelly Bean adopting has taken off, it will not be long before it takes the second place from ICS. For initially now, we’ve seen ICS actually shed a few points, directing to the fact that maybe it has actually peaked. Whether or not this is correct, we’ll know within a few months’ time.

Last 30 days saw some really important changes in the Android operating system business. While Jellybean surpassed the 10 % discuss of the android pie, Gingerbread dropped below the 50 % indicate, and Froyo silently fallen below the 10 % indicate.

The latest form of Android operating system is seeing rapid development thanks to more recent mobile phones like Samsung Galaxy S3, HTC One X and the Nexus pills. High-end mobile phones being given as gifts during Christmas and the christmas season too has been recognized as a primary reason for the rapid development in the variety of gadgets operating Jelly Bean. Besides new gadgets, Jelly Bean being combined out to gadgets operating ICS is the standard with most device producers today.

An interesting scene has been set for the release of Android operating system version 5.0,  stated to be called Key Lime Pie, which is stated to hit the industry in spring 2013. The release of the latest Android operating system version is bound to cause an difficulty in system landscape yet again.

Posted by Unknown Thursday, February 07, 2013