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Wednesday 29 February 2012

Apple is ready to Birth iPad 3 | What�s Changed

Apple to unveil iPad 3 on March 7 in San Francisco: confirmed. By Andrew Couts | Digital Trends.

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Apple has sent our invitations to its iPad 3 event, to be held on March 07. Event venue is Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco.

The invitation includes the words, �We have something you really have to see. And touch.� Well known for its enigmatic invitations, Apple is likely alluding to the next generation iPad�s new screen, which is expected to have twice the resolution of the iPad 2.

 

Is there no home button included? | CNET / Apple

No home button was in picture that was an invitation card or a first look picture from Apple received to CNET . The simplest explanation here is that it's a photo of (what is presumably) an iPad 2 on its side, something that's not that much of a stretch given that the iPad's been designed to work the same no matter which end is down.

What changes are expected in the new Apple iPad 3

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Siri?

Last year, Apple introduced Siri to the iPhone 4S. So far, the technology isn�t running on any of the company�s other products. However, chances are that Apple will be bringing Siri to the iPad 3 as it starts to roll out the feature across its product line. I�m sure you�re awfully excited to hear that.

Retina Display?

Apple�s Retina Display is wildly popular on the iPhone and iPod Touch. But the time has come for Apple to deliver the same feature to the iPad. After all, Retina Displays really are the future of screen technology, and not to bring it to its flagship mobile product would be a mistake on Apple�s part.

4G support?

One of the things missing in the iPad 2 is 4G connectivity. In order to connect to the Web when you�re away from a WiFi signal, you�ll need to connect to 3G. And as you know, 3G is so 2010. It would be awfully nice if Apple offers up 4G in the iPad 3 and finally matches the many competitors that are already offering the technology.

Tuesday 28 February 2012

Android Phone to PC | Send files via Software Data Cable



Click here to DownloadHave you ever wanted to transfer files between your Android phone or other mobile device and your computer without the hassle of cables? Consider Software Data Cable (for Android) a free app providing file transfers via Wi-Fi.



The app has downloaded from the Android Market and tested on a Droid 2. Installation was no-fuss and took a scant few seconds.


The app�s main display buttons are Start Service, Stop & Exit, and Settings. While the display does show ads, that�s to be expected in a free app. Once running, my mobile device was assigned an IP address doled out from my wireless network�s DHCP server. The app then tells you to input the address displayed (the IP address assigned to the mobile device) into your computer. Once I put the address into my browser, a page opened up, listing the entire file directory of my Android device. On my Android, I also noticed the app showed the total and available storage capacity of my Droid 2 handy for knowing how much data you can transfer.


Back to the desktop side, because the Android�s directory is shown using FTP, you can also view the directory structure in Windows Explorer. It�s a great feature because you can copy a file from your desktop to your Android device using Explorer�s drag-and-drop capabilities or Ctrl+C & Ctrl+V (for copy & past in Windows Explorer). I copied a 25MB video from my Windows 7 PC to my Droid 2 in about a minute and 20 seconds.


I also was able to copy pictures from my phone to my laptop as easily as copying and pasting files between two folders in Windows.


Another great feature of this app is file and folder management on the device. I am not the most skilled at navigating my Droid�s data folders, always afraid it will accidentally delete something important. But Software Data Cable gives you a full graphical representation of all the files on a mobile device and option for copy, cut, and delete, as well as the ability to navigate to a parent directory and create new folders.


Software Data Cable is dead simple, and delivers great file management between a computer and Android device provided both can connect to the same wireless network. It�s an easy pick for a user spending more time on his Windows PC or Laptop while in home or in office because its simplicity and efficiently a great free app.


Lenovo K800 Medfield | Intel Processor Smartphone

Lenovo K800 Medfield Smartphone with 1.6 GHz Intel Medfield Processor with 8 Mega Pixel of HD Camera | PC Supporter Review.

Lenovo K800 Medfield with Intel ProcessorAs it is not a first smartphone powered by Intel, the Lenovo 800 Medfield smartphone would still catch your attention. Boasting a 4.5� screen and running off a 1.6 GHz Intel Medfield processor, it features an 8 Mega Pixel camera that offers up ISO 3200. Despite running a modified version of Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) rather than Ice Cream Sandwich, and although this phone will not be seen in SA it still looks like promising foray of Intel, who is strong on the PC processor front but lacking foothold in the smartphone and tablet market. Intel is also receiving support from Motorola, who will be releasing an Intel powered phone in the second half of this year.


Wednesday 22 February 2012

Nokia Windows Smartphones | What You Need To Know



Nokia�s new Windows Phones running Lumia phone range landed in SA at the of last month. It makes a much important departure from Nokia�s old and tired Symbian OS, to the brave new world of Windows Phone. Here is all you need to know about the top of the Nokia�s chart new Smartphones Lumia 800 and Lumia 700.












Expected Features:



Office and SkyDrive



A key benefit of phones being Windows based is Microsoft Office integration in the form of the Microsoft Office hub. This is one of the strongest documentation creation and editing packages on offer for any mobile OS, and includes the mobile versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as SharePoint. Users also have access to Microsoft�s SkyDrive, a free cloud-based storage service offering users 25 GB of online storage for documents, music, photos and videos.


Nokia Drive and Maps



Users of Nokia�s Symbian operating smartphones as well as the N9 will be very familiar with the company� excellent Nokia Drive, their free turn by turn drive and walk navigation offering that boasts voice guidance. Nokia Drive will also be available on their new Windows based devices and helps set Nokia�s devices apart from the other crop of Windows Phone OS running mobiles out there. It includes the ability to employ maps in either a 2D or 3D view and also to change the screen contrast to enhance the readability of the display during night driving.


Smartphone + Xbox360



Xbox fans will be happy about the close knit integration between the 360 and Windows Phone. Upon downloading the Xbox Companion App from the Windows Phone Marketplace, you will be able to do things such as using your smartphone as a remote control for the Xbox. Users can edit their Xbox Live avatar, keep an eye on their achievements and receive messages from friends who are on the Xbox Live network, informing them amongst others to join them for a quick gaming session in games like Battlefield 3.


Nokia Radio and Music Store


Mix Radio enables Nokia users to stream a massive library of music for free (besides the data cost involved of course) by utilizing a 3G or Wi-Fi connection, while the Nokia Music Store portal allows users to buy music and download it straight to their device.


Nokia - Why to Choose Windows Phone?



Year 2011 was a very turbulent year for Espoo-based giant Nokia, as its CEO Stephen Elop admitted that Nokia was in trouble, not having products close to offering a user experience that rivaled Google�s Androi or Apple�s iOS. This prompted the company to abandon the Symbian OS �burning platform� as well as ill-fated MeeGo OS it developed together with Intel, in favour of Microsoft�s new Windows Phone OS. The move looks set to benefit both companies with Nokia receiving a much needed OS restructuring, and Microsoft a willing handset partner ready to build on Windows Phone which, up until this time, had limited support from other handset manufacturers. 


Tuesday 7 February 2012

10 �WOW� Gadgets of the Year



This year�s CES had some �WOW� gadgets inside, & top ten of which are reviewed below for your info. But Ultrabooks and clever cameras were will represented. Complete guide about these gadgets described here.



Nikon D4 | Digital SLR Camera



Nikon-D4-back Photo Nikon has announced the D4 (Digital SLR Camera), a full frame 16 Mega Pixel camera with a �4,799 only camera price tagged. This pro-camera improves on the speed and accuracy of its predecessors, with better image quality and low-light capability. Full HD recording and a multitude of new features have been added to the gadget. Accordingly, it�s clad in magnesium alloy to keep the gadget at bay. The camera has slots for both CompactFlash and the ultra-fast XQD memory format, and can back up between the two. Wireless modules, and extended ISO range, plus a 51-point autofocus all features.


�4,799 inc VAT (body only) | www.nikon.co.uk




Canon PowerShot G1 X | Digital Camera



Canon G1 X Camera Model Canon introduced G1 X, a 14.3 Mega Pixel Digital Compact Camera with a 288mm wide-angle lens. The aperture ranges from f2.8 to f16, while a huge 18.8x14mm CMOS sensor dwarfs that of APS-C and Micro Four Third models. It also allows for faster continuous shooting and full HD video capture. The ability to continuously autofocus while shooting video, plus 14bit RAW image support, distinguish the PowerShot from its rivals.


�699 inc VAT | www.canon.co.uk


Kodak EasyShare M215 | Digital Camera



Kodak-M215 EasyShare-wireless-capability Kodak launched a 14 Mega Pixel (as small as a Credit Size) camera weighs just 105g, but it packs in a lot of technology inside. It sports 26mm wide angle lens with a 5x optical zoom, and comes with Kodak EasyShare software onboard. A self portrait mode is included, and there�s a tiny mirror on the camera�s front so you can fix your hair. Smart capture and face-recognition technology are included. The Kodak M215 supports 720p full HD video recording, and can convert into still images. A 2.5in LCD aids composition and playback.



Toshiba Camileo Z100 | Digital camcorders



Toshiba-Camileo-Z100-Full-HD-3D-Camcorder The latest Digital camcorder introduced in this year CES, Toshiba�s latest Camileo video camera offers full HD video capture at 30fps. A pair of 5Mp CMOS sensors enable it to shoot 3D footage, where an 8x zoom is available. the 2.8in touchscreen offers glasses free previews. The Z100 has a 120x digital zoom in 2d mode, with which it can capture 16 Mega pixel still images. Electronic image stabilization is built in. The user interface has been rethought for this latest model, and a Pause button added for use during recording. Toshiba Camileo Upload software is onboard.


Price to be come| www.toshiba.co.uk


Canon Legria HF-R series | Digital camcorders



canon-legria-hf-r36 Canon blasts with this cool Photography gadget during the CES event, as their Digital camcorder Canon Legria HF-R series having a wireless connectivity to send and share photos to a storage drive or iOS device over Wi-Fi. They extend the Wi-Fi connectivity to the HF-R series only. Key features of the camcorder Legria HF-R36 include Mpeg4 support, optical image stabilization, a 51x digital zoom, cinematic filters and face detection. the camcorder offers 38 scene modes and comes with Story Creator software for easy storyboarding of your resulting footage.


Price to be come| www.canon.co.uk


HP Spectre | Ultrabook



hp-envy-14-spectre-ces-0 Ultrabooks were popular at CES, but HP was the only manufacturer to launch a see-through model. This glass-clad ultraportable has a 14in display, besting the 13in screens of most other Ultrabooks we�ve seen. It also sports near-filed communications. HP has managed to squeeze this screen into a chassis that would normally accommodate only a 13.3in display. There�s also a multitouch trackpad, a choice of 4GB or 8GB of RAM, a 128GB or 256GB SSD and Intel Core i5 or i7 ultra-low-voltage processors. A mini DisplayPort and a USB 3.0 port feature, as do 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1. HP says users can expect a battery life of nine hours between charges.


$1,399 | www.hp.com/uk


 DELL XPS 13 | Ultrabook



Ultrabook DELL XPS 13 Dell has introduced their first Ultrabook with 13.3in screen XPS 13, that pays more than a passing resemblance to Apple�s MacBook Air. Aimed at business users, the laptop is 6mm thick, offers an eight hour battery life and weighs 1.35kg. Dell says the 13in laptop is effectively the same overall size as a 11in laptop, and offers as much processing power as a standard laptop, despite its slim dimensions. Smart Connect technology built into the motherboard allows software updates to proceed in standby mode. Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 CPUs, 4GB of DDR3 RAM and SSD configurations of up to 256GB are cited by Dell.



Quaduro QuadPad 3G Plus | Tablet



Quaduro QuadPad 3G Plus For business persons, Quaduro�s 12in screen Quadro should provide the convenience of a familiar Windows interface and the ability to access all their Windows programs and documents on a highly portable device. Specifications include a 1280x800 pixel capacitive touchscreen, a 1.6GHz Inter Mobile D510 CPU, 250GB of storage, two USB 2.0 ports and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi. Bluetooth is an option extra, but Quaduro provides for 3G and WLAN Networks.


From �500 inc VAT | www.quaduro.com/en


Orange Tahiti | Tablet



Orange Tahiti Tablet Mobile operator Orange is introducing a 3G Android tablet. Its 7in screen Tahiti will cost you �25 a month for two years, following an initial payment of �69. The contract includes 1GB of peak and 1GB of off-peak 3G web access per month. a �41 a month contract that bundles an Orange San Francisco Android smartphone is also posited. The Tahiti tablet runs Android Honeycomb from a 1.2GHz dual core Qualcomm 8260 processor and 512MB of RAM. It has 8GB of onboard storage, a 5 Mega pixel camera, a capacitive touchscreen and a GPS compass.


From �69 on a �25/month contract | www.orange.co.uk


Sony Xperia Ion | Smartphone



Sony Xperia Ion Sony used CES to unveil the first smarpthone to escape its Sony Ericsson branding. The Xperia Ion is a 12 Mega pixel smart cameraphone that can shoot 1080i full HD video. the Android 2.3 phone has a 4.6in touchscreen and sports a 720p secondary camera. Designed as an entertainment gadget, the phone has a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, and HDMI port, and offers Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity.


Price to be come | www.sony.co.uk

Wednesday 1 February 2012

Top 10 iOS 5 Tips & Features





iOS 5 is an incredibly complex operating system, filled with hundreds of innovative, undocumented little touches, just waiting for your to stumble upon them. Here are Top 10 iOS 5 Tips & Tricks which will definitely helps you a little.





 Quick Split the Keyboard on iPad Quick Split the Keyboard on iPad



You can hold down the keyboard icon on the iPad�s digital keyboard to bring up a menu option to split the keyboard for more natural thumb-typing, but there�s a much faster way. Simply hold down on the keyboard with two fingers and spread them apart. The keyboard will split in half, just like that. Splitting your keyboard with this gesture is fast and easy, but not something you�ll likely stumble upon by accident.






 





 





Swipe to Seven-Day ForecastSwipe to Seven-Day Forecast



In Notification Center, switching between seven-day forecasts and a single-day forecast with more information is as easy as swiping the weather banner in either direction. A more detailed one-day forecast is just a swipe away.




 





Move the Split Keyboard on iPadMove the Split Keyboard on iPad



The iPad�s split keyboard is great, but positions itself in a weird spot�somewhere about halfway up the screen. that�s fine if you�re typing at the very top of the screen, but the second the text reaches your fingers, there�s no way to see what you�re typing. Fortunately, you can move that keyboard. Just touch and hold the keyboard button in the bottom right, and slide your finger up and down. The keyboard will follow. finally an iPad keyboard we can use !!!



Add iMessage Notifications to iPad




Add iMessage Notifications to iPad



Having a way to message friends on your iPad is great, but putting them in Notification Center is a must. Head to Settings > Notifications > Messages and slide the first item, Notification Center, to ON. Tapping the message will bring you right to the last sent item in your exchange.




 





 





 





Change Fonts in Notes Change Fonts in Notes



Marker Felt is no longer the default font in the Notes app, but unfortunately it�s been replaced by something just as cartoony. If you�d like to change your font, open Settings and tap Notes. Our advice? Change it to the universally loved Helvetica. Your notes will look much more professional. Finally a Notes font option that doesn�t make us feel like 12 year olds !!!




 





 








Shut Off Repeat Alerts Shut Off Repeat Alerts



A gentle reminder that you have an unread text message works well for some people, but others will be annoyed by the persistent buzzing of their phones. To shut off repeat alerts for messages, head to Settings > Notifications > Messages. Scroll down, tap Repeat Alert, and change to Never. Or, if you want to seem really popular, go ahead and crank that bad boy up to 10�




 





 





Turn on Private Browsing Turn on Private Browsing



Shopping for Summer season? Just head to Settings > Safari > and swipe on Private Browsing. Nothing you search for will be cached, so your wife will never know you�ve been looking at the Gift you buy from a Store online. You�ll know you�re using Private Browsing by the sleek black borders�




 





 





 





Swipe to Camera Roll Swipe to Camera Roll



iOS 5 provides quick access to your Camera Roll while you�re in the middle of shooting. While the camera is open, simply swipe from left to right and your Camera Roll will appear. Continue swiping from left to right to flip through your images. If you go too far, tap once to reveal the onscreen toolbar with image controls, and hit Done to immediately return to your camera. Swiping from the Camera app to the Camera Roll is especially great when you�re tired of your ugly mug�




 





 





Create Custom Vibration Alerts Create Custom Vibration Alerts



Customizing vibration alerts is easy in iOS 5, but the first step is to make sure the option is turned on. Head to Settings > General, scroll to the bottom and tap Accessibility. Under Hearing, turn on Custom Vibrations. Next, head to Contacts, open a contact, scroll to Vibration and choose Create New Vibration. The iPhone will allow you to tap or hold the screen to make all-new vibration patterns for each contact. Custom Vibrations combinations are limitless, and allow you to record extra long patterns.













Add Twitter Usernames to Contact Cards





Add Twitter Usernames to Contact Cards



First, visit Settings > Twitter, and sign in using your account. Then tap Update Contacts. Twitter will use email addresses and phone numbers from your previously organized contacts to add Twitter handles and photos to each contact it can find. Importing Twitter usernames can give you a good idea of how tech-savvy your friends are. We only had five friends with Twitter handles�