Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A (NEWEST VERSION)

Introducing the 13-inch MacBook Pro. The state-of-the-art dual-core Intel i5 processor delivers up to 2x faster performance (over the previous generation of MacBook Pro). New Thunderbolt technology lets you connect high-performance peripherals and high-resolution displays to a single port, and transfer files at lightning speeds. And with the built-in FaceTime HD camera, you can make astonishingly crisp HD video calls.

Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Pro

With the revolutionary Thunderbolt technology, you'll be able to achieve bi-directional channels with transfer speeds to peripherals like external hard drives and servers up to an amazing 10 Gbps--while also connecting to a DisplayPort-compatible high-resolution display.

As with previous models, the MacBook Pro features a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and light mobile computing workhorse (less than 1 inch thin and just 4.5 pounds) that's also highly durable. And it includes a 13.3-inch, LED-backlit glass display as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology. You'll also get up to 7 hours of battery life while on the go.

This version of the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro (model MD313LL/A) features a second-generation 2.4 GHz Core i5 dual-core processor, 500 GB hard drive, and 4 GB of installed RAM. Other features include integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 graphics, ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth connectivity, an SDXC card slot, two USB 2.0 ports, and a FireWire 800 port (see full specifications)

Product Description

Just when you thought your MacBook Pro was state of the art, Apple introduces the MD313LL/A 13" MacBook Pro with new advanced processing power and graphics. New connectivity capabilities potentially speed large file transfers beyond any current connection. All MacBook Pro models are state-of-the-art. This new one takes it out to another edge.

New Thunderbolt technology lets you connect high-performance peripherals and high-resolution displays to one port - with data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps. Thunderbolt is based on two fundamental technologies: PCI Express and DisplayPort. And because Thunderbolt is based on DisplayPort technology, the video standard for high-resolution displays, any Mini DisplayPort display plugs right into the Thunderbolt port. To connect a DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, or VGA display, just use an existing optional adapter. Take everything from games to CAD to HD video projects anywhere. Time makes full-screen HD video calls that are astonishingly crisp. And thanks to the new widescreen format, you can get your friends in the picture, too. And with Mac OS X Lion and iLife '11, you're sure to get a great Mac notebook - all in a precision aluminum unibody enclosure that's less than an inch thin.

Your creative potentials and dreams are realized with each new generation of MacBook Pro. Life, after all, is ever changing and this very affordable MacBook Pro makes impossible opportunities more possible than ever.

13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, 1280-by-800 resolution Intel HD Graphics 3000 processor with 384MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory 8x SuperDrive (DVD+-R DL/DVD+-RW/CD-RW) AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi Wireless (based on IEEE 802.11n specification) Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR 10/100/1000 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet SDXC Card Slot FaceTime HD Camera Audio Stereo speakers with subwoofer, omnidirectional microphone Expansions - 2 x USB 2.0, F

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Nikon Coolpix P7100 Complete Review

The Nikon Coolpix P7000 is a compact, high-performance digital camera offering superb image quality and precise imaging control. An ideal traveling companion to your DSLR, the Coolpix P7000 will be found in gadget bags of advanced amateurs and pro-shooters alike. Powered by Nikon's leading-edge technology, the P7000 is designed for no-limits shooting. In low-light or tricky light, for fast-moving subjects, dramatic landscapes and detailed close-ups, here's a camera capable of keeping pace with your imagination to deliver your take on your world.

Superbly designed for swift, sure and comfortable handling, the P7000 features 10.1 megapixels engineered on a large 1/1.7-inch CCD Sensor. Coupled with the new Nikon EXPEED C2 imaging engine and a versatile 7.1x optical 28-200mm Wide Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens, the Coolpix P7000 has been designed from the ground up to deliver outstanding image quality. Giving photographers both control and creative options, the P7000 offers RAW file capability. Plus, low-light performance is enhanced with an ISO sensitivity range up to 6400 at full resolution. A bright 3-inch, 921,000-dot Clear Color Display with electronic Virtual Horizon Indicator and an optical viewfinder provide bright, provide clear viewing and image sharing. The Coolpix P7000 also offers HD movie recording with zoom, autofocus and stereo sound recording, a variety of creative control functions. The Nikon Coolpix P7000 unleash your creativity!

Nikon Coolpix P7000 Highlights

Superior Image Quality

    * 10.1-megapixel, large 1/1.7-inch CCD sensor for stunning images.
    * 7.1x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-Nikkor ED Glass Lens. Versatile 28-200mm lens ranges wide to capture landscapes, zooms in to get close to the action. In the Nikkor tradition of precision optics, the high-quality ED glass lens delivers superb color and razor-sharp results.
    * 5-way VR Image Stabilization System
    * Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effects of camera shake.
    * Hybrid VR Image stabilization by lens shift and electronic VR.
    * Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
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    * High ISO up to 6400 at full resolution for optimum results when shooting in low light or photographing fast-moving subjects.
    * Nikon's Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter is pressed, then selects and saves the sharpest image.
    * RAW file function compatible with Mac® and Windows®.
    * EXPEED C2 continues to expand the possibilities of photography with improved levels of image quality, fine detail and processing speed. Custom-optimized for each Coolpix model, Nikon's renowned digital image processing engine ensures outstanding images.

Advanced Functions

    * 3-inch Ultra-High Resolution (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display for still images and movies that come alive with rich detail and improved contrast. The large LCD's wide viewing angle and anti-glare coating make it easy to compose, view and share pictures.
    * Large Optical viewfinder with diopter adjustment dial.
    * Remote control operation with optional wireless ML-L3.
    * Optional Wide Angle Converter (WC-E75A) for 21mm coverage (requires UR-E22 adapter ring)

Creative Control

    * Dial controls for key functions including ISO, white balance, bracketing, exposure compensation and more.
    * PSAM (Program, Shutter, Aperture, Manual) exposure control, custom function control.
    * ISO can be set as high as 6400 at full resolution; 12,800 in Low noise Night Mode (3-Megapixel).
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    * Tone Level Information provides photographers with 9 levels of grey scale information about the scene for fine exposure analysis according to user's creative needs.
    * In-camera editing functions include Exposure Compensation, Coolpix Picture Control, Noise Reduction Filter, Quick Retouch, DLighting and Active D-Lighting.
    * Electronic Virtual Horizon Display enables precise leveling of the camera in landscape or portrait orientation during LCD monitor shooting.
    * Coolpix Picture Control can be customized for Image Sharpening, Contrast, Saturation, Filter Effects, and Tone.

HD Movie Recording

    * HD (720p) Movie with Stereo, Mic Input Jack and HDMI Output. Records at 30 fps with Zoom, Autofocus and stereo sound. Mic Input Jack allows for optional microphone to be used during recording and HDMI output allows easy in-camera playback or convenient playback on HD-TV or computer.

High-Speed Performance

    * Ultra-fast start-up, autofocus and shooting.
    * Subject Tracking tracks a moving subject to ensure sharp focus.
    * Shoot Continuously up to 45 pictures at approx. 1.3 fps at full resolution.
    * Interval Timer Shooting captures images at specified time intervals Convenient Features
    * Smart Portrait System
    * Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles.
    * In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects most instances of red-eye as you shoot. You may never see red-eye again.
    * Face-Priority AF. Nikon's face-finding technology automatically detects up to 12 faces.
    * Skin Softening smoothes skin tones at three different levels for optimal portraits; can be applied while shooting or during playback.
    * Built-in Flash plus i-TTL Flash function when used with optional Nikon Speedlight System.
    * 18 Scene Modes, including Scene Auto Selector, for optimized shooting in a variety of settings and situations.
    * Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene you're shooting and selects the most appropriate scene mode; offers six scene modes plus auto.
    * Macro shooting as close as 0.8 inches.
    * 350 still shots (approx.) with supplied EN-EL 14 Li-ion rechargeable battery.

Overall, the Nikon Coolpix P7100 is a great camera, in fact one of the best advanced point-and-shoot options on the market. Nikon made some significant refinements to last year’s P7000, though I feel the Canon PowerShot S100 has officially stolen the P7100′s thunder. If and when the Canon PowerShot G13 is released, Nikon will have something to fear. But for now, if you crave oodles of advanced controls and could care less about interchangeable lenses or professional image quality, the Nikon Coolpix P7100 is your camera.

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HTC Radar 4G price specification

Elegantly crafted with an aluminum unibody, HTC Radar for T-Mobile brings you closer to the important things in life. It's powered by the latest Windows Phone 7.5 (Mango) operating system, which boasts hundreds of improvements including multitasking, photo and video capture, and threaded conversations that move with you from text to Facebook and back again. You'll be able to keep yourself entertained with Xbox LIVE gaming and Zune-powered music and videos. And the Sense-powered HTC Hub brings you beautiful weather animations and handy tools to check stocks, take notes, enhance your photos, and more.

HTC Radar At a Glance:

•      3G/4G connectivity
•      Windows Phone 7.5 OS
•      1.0 GHz single-core processor
•      3.8-inch touchscreen
•      8 GB memory + microSD expansion
•      5-MP camera + HD 720p video record
•      GPS navigation
•      Wireless-N Wi-Fi
•      Stereo Bluetooth
•      Personal/corporate e-mail

This phone is specifically designed for T-Mobile's 4G HSPA+ mobile broadband network, which currently covers over 200 million people across the U.S. (read more about HSPA+ below). It also offers Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking as well as the ability to share its 3G/4G Internet connection with other laptops and other Wi-Fi enabled devices.

It delivers an incredible web and multimedia experience thanks to its extra-large, high-resolution 3.8-inch capacitive touchscreen. You'll be able to capture brilliant on-the-go photos and videos from its 5-megapixel camera/camcorder--which captures video in up to HD 720p resolution. You can also speak "face-to-face" with video calling via the front-facing camera.

The perfect portable office, the Radar enables efficient multitasking like viewing a presentation while you're on a conference call or listening to music while composing an e-mail. With its expansive screen and built-in Microsoft Office Mobile, you can create, edit and collaborate on documents quickly and easily. Advanced e-mail features like linked inboxes make it easy to manage multiple e-mail accounts and synchronize your to-do list and calendars in one place.

The pre-loaded T-Mobile TV app offers access to live and on-demand mobile HDTV on T-Mobile's 4G network, including free programming from select stations like ABC News NOW, FOX Sports, PBS Kids, and Azteca America. You can upgrade T-Mobile TV to a variety of premium packages, including Prime (with ESPN Mobile TV, Disney Channel, CNBC, and more), En Español, Life & Style, and Crackle Movies.

Powered by a single-core 1.0 GHz processor, the Radar also features an 8 GB internal memory, microSD expansion via optional cards (up to 32 GB), Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, GPS for navigation and location services, a full HTML browser, and up to 7.7 hours of talk time.

Advanced Camera Capabilities

The HTC Radar includes a dedicated hardware camera button, enabling you to capture vivid images without unlocking the phone. An f/2.2 aperture lens and back-illuminated sensor provide improved low-light performance, making sure you never miss that perfect shot. With the 28mm wide-angle lens, you can capture more of the scene in front of you while the new panoramic feature lets you create dramatic pictures of skylines and landscapes. The Radar also shoots bright and vibrant HD (720p) videos. And with the HTC Photo Enhancer you can quickly touch up pictures and upload them to Facebook, tagging your friends as you go using automatic face detection built into Windows Phone 7.5.

On-the-Go Entertainment

The HTC Radar features HTC Watch--an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips. HTC Watch uses progressive download technology that makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for a huge file to finish downloading. You can either rent or buy videos, and if purchased, you can watch them on up to five different HTC devices.

Vital Statistics

The HTC Radar weighs 4.83 ounces and measures 4.74 x 2.42 x 0.43 inches. Its 1520 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 7.7 hours of talk time, and up to 575 hours (24 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies, as well as T-Mobile's 3G/4G network (1700/2100 MHz; UMTS/HSDPA/HSPA+).


The Power of Windows Phone 7.5

The Windows Phone 7.5 operating system has been designed to help you do more in less steps, and keep you updated on the things that are most important to you.

You can customize the Live Tiles on your Start Screen with what you care about--from people to web sites--and they'll continuously scan the web to keep you updated about your world at a glance.

Windows Phone 7.5 also brings together the things you use most on your phone in six Hubs: People, Pictures, Office, Games, Music + Video, and Marketplace. Grouping them in Hubs like this lets you get to what you need, quicker, because you don't have to jump from apps to the web to contact lists.

HTC Radar 4G Windows Phone (T-Mobile)

The latest release of Windows Phone--version 7.5, codenamed "Mango"--has hundreds of improvements and new features. Here's just a sample:

    Multitasking. Now you can keep your place in a game while reading e-mail or listen to music apps while texting. Many apps can run in the background, so you don't need to shut one down to use another--plus you can switch between open apps in a flash.

    Improved Live Tiles. The Live Tiles on Start dish up more (and quicker) updates on your apps, and they're also a whole lot of fun--the Pictures Tile animates with a slideshow of your favorite snapshots and Group Tiles flash your friends' latest updates.

    Threads. Start with a text, and finish in Facebook or Messenger chat (or vice versa). The whole conversation stays in one thread, and all it takes to switch back and forth is a tap.

    Send a text with your voice. With Speech, you can text, search the web, and lots more, totally hands- (and sometimes eyes-) free. Your phone can even read you an incoming text, and then you can use Speech to dictate and send your reply.

    Local Scout. Powered by Bing, Local Scout teams up search and mapping to show you nearby restaurants, shopping, and activities in a single tap.

    Driving directions. Your Windows Phone can get you where you're going by showing you on the map or giving you directions from where you are.

    More social networks. Twitter and LinkedIn are now built into Windows Phone, so practically everything you do on your social networks is a tap away. Windows 7.5 also includes new ways to filter all those new contacts and their social updates.

    Persistent camera settings. Now if you change camera settings--for instance, photo resolution, brightness, or another option your phone manufacturer might have included--you can save them for the next time you use the camera.

    History view. Contact cards now show the history of your recent calls, e-mails, texts, and chats with the person. Just tap in the list to return the call or go to the thread.

    Visual voice-mail. See your voice-mails in a list, then listen to them on your phone.

    Sync with SkyDrive. You can sync your Office docs between SkyDrive and your phone, so you can edit them on your phone now, then edit some more on your computer later.

Mobile's Super-Fast 4G Mobile Broadband Network

As of October, 2011, T-Mobile's 4G (HSPA+ 21) network is available in over 190 major metropolitan areas across the U.S.--covering 200 million people across the country. Network upgrades will continue rolling out through 2012.

With typical download speeds that are on par with or faster than competing 4G technologies, T-Mobile's HSPA+ network provides fast data speeds, while allowing simultaneous voice and data capabilities for the ultimate wireless voice and data experience. You'll enjoy faster Web browsing, uninterrupted video streaming, and quicker app downloads.

T-Mobile's 4G mobile broadband network (powered by HSPA+) provides a theoretical capability of up to 21 Mbps peak download speeds, with average download speeds typically in the 5 to 8 Mbps range.

Connectivity

•      Blazing fast 4G speeds on T-Mobile's HSPA+ network for up to 3 times faster than standard 3G networks, while allowing simultaneous voice and data capabilities (compatible with 3G networks where 4G is unavailable).
•      Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go.
•      Wi-Fi Sharing allows you to use your phone's 3G/4G mobile broadband to connect laptops and other Wi-Fi enabled devices to the Internet (up to 8 devices).
•      Onboard GPS for navigation and location services
•      Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP audio streaming Bluetooth profiles.

Hardware

•      1.0 GHz Qualcomm single-core processor speeds up everything--from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work.
•      3.8-inch capacitive touchscreen (480 x 800 pixels)
•      MicroUSB port

Communications & Internet

•      HTML 5 web browser for accessing real web sites.
•      Text (SMS) and picture/video (MMS) messaging
•      Access to popular instant messaging services
•      Personal and work e-mail (supports Microsoft Exchange corporate e-mail)

Camera
     5-megapixel rear camera with auto-focus and LED flash.
     HD 720p video recording
     VGA front camera for video chats and self portraits.

Multimedia

•      Music player compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC
•      Video player compatible with MPEG4, WMV, H.264, and H.263

Memory

•      8 GB internal memory
•      Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
•      512 MB of RAM

More Features

•      3.5mm headphone jack
•      Speakerphone for hands-free communication.
•      Voice recorder
•      Hearing Aid Compatibility: M3/T3 

Stay connected on the go with this HTC Radar 4G mobile phone that features a 3.8" color touch screen to ensure easy viewing and navigation. The compact design allows easy portability.

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Discover Sony Xperia Arc S review

Amazing entertainment from a lightning quick Xperia HD phone

Sony Ericsson has revamped one in all its best phones in years, the Xperia Arc, with a faster processor and a elaborate 3D panoramic image mode. Rechristened because the Xperia Arc S, it’s nearly constant phone because the original on the skin.

It’s got constant four.2-inch screen, constant distinctive curved body and therefore the same powerful camera unit - eight.1-megapixels, HD video recording and therefore the Exmor R back-lit sensor, leaving higher shots within the dark.

The processor speed has been bumped uyp to one.4GHz on the Arc S. after we had some fast hands on time with this earlier, we tend to immediately felt a degree of slickness and smoothness that was absent within the original Arc.

So whereas its overall a lot of robust|an improved} phone than its predecessor in terms of general operations how can it stack up against the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S2 and more importantly, phones just like the phones thanks to hit the shelves over the approaching months?

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S style and build

Everything we tend to said concerning the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc applies here. the look is strictly constant. after we say precisely the same we mean it; compared to an Xperia Arc of constant color (they’re offered in white, black, silver, blue and pink) there’s no manner you’d be ready to tell the distinction between either at a look.

You’ve got a large four.2-inch screen on the front (854x480 pixels) and an excellent skinny body with a particular curved back. That inward curved look isn’t only for show; we expect that it really makes for a cushty slot in the hand, one thing that’s most apparent when you’re creating or taking a decision.

There are 3 mechanical buttons down at the front for back, home and menu. the shortage of a hunt key can miff some, however overall we’re glad that there are physical exhausting keys here rather than soft bit keys.

On the proper hand facet there sits a shutter key for the camera and alittle volume rocker next to the micro USB charging port. A HDMI port sits up the highest next to the facility button and spherical on the left hands facet there’s a three.5mm audio jack.

The HDMI port could be a definite and, as you'll be able to hook the Arc S up to an HDTV instantly. A cable came bunged in with our review model, that means no having to fork around for a separate adapter, like you’d got to with the Samsung Galaxy S2, which needs an MHL adapter if you wish to delight in any HDMI-out action.

Some equipped headphones with replaceable rubber earbuds came included and are pretty sensible as free phone headphones go. They’re comfortable and their inner-ear nature means they’re not very leaky either. Sadly, as is commonly the case with proprietary headphones, we tend to found that they didn’t wish to play nicely with alternative MP3 players or our laptop speakers.

Though the spec sheet lists 1GB of internal memory (and 320MB of free space) we tend to found that we tend to got simply over 200MB to play with. Not an enormous quantity, however a minimum of there’s the choice of microSD.

Still, you’ll wish to take care concerning what number apps you put in, even with the ‘move to SD’ possibility of Android.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S interface

The Xperia Arc S is an Android phone and comes with Sony Ericsson’s bespoke user interface bolted on. this can be the most recent version of the UI and options Sony Ericsson’s Facebook within Xperia enhancements likewise.

This allows you to sync your Facebook profile info together with your phone. the foremost helpful samples of this may be seen within the calendar, that becomes populated with Facebook Events that you’re attending, and therefore the photo gallery, where photos you’ve uploaded/been tagged in get their own separate folders.

There’s conjointly the Timescape feature, a social networking aggregator that blends Facebook and Twitter info into one constantly updating stream.

This is one thing we’ve seen since the times of the Xperia X10 and though its running a lot of smoothly and higher than we’ve ever seen it (thanks little question to the faster processor) we’re still not convinced of Timescape’s usefulness. we tend to like Facebook and Twitter however we tend to like pizza and popcorn yet - we simply wouldn’t ever combine the 2. little question some individuals can relish having the ability to visualize Facebook and Twitter all from one feed, however no matter your preferences, you'll be able to simply customise the Xperia Arc S to your liking.

This is an Android phone in any case (2.3.4 Gingerbread to be exact) and you'll be able to just about do no matter you wish here in terms of putting in custom launchers and rejigging the layout as you see work.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S browser

The built-in browser of the Xperia Arc S is essentially constant WebKit-based stock browser that you simply get on unskinned Andorid phones just like the Nexus One and Nexus S, with a small Sony Ericcson graphical twist.

You can have up to eight windows open within the browser at anybody time. Though tabbed browsing isn’t supported, a fast faucet of the menu key can observe an choice to quickly jump between pages.

As it’s Android two.2+ and therefore the processor is up to hurry you'll be able to bet that the Xperia Arc S munches through Flash content on sites like while not breaking a sweat. The big 4.2-inch screen comes into its own here; it’s massive and roomy, sites look nice and there’s faucet to zoom (which resizes text columns) and pinch to zoom (which doesn’t; higher for zooming in on pics and thumbnails) that works fantastically.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S multimedia

As we tend to mentioned higher than, the look of the Arc S follows that of the Arc right all the way down to a T. It’s constant story with the camera likewise. For reasons of area we tend to won’t waste time happening concerning how sensible it is; the short answer is it’s excellent indeed. nice color fidelity, excellent for night shots. look at our original Xperia Arc review and our recent camera comparison for a a lot of detailed run down.

The 3D panorama mode could be a new feature not seen within the Xperia Arc, however one that we tend to perceive is within the pipeline as a part of a future update. It’s a fairly spectacular party trick however we tend to found that it works best if you’ve got the Arc S mounted on one thing stable sort of a tripod. Seeing because the four.2-inch screen isn’t a glassless-3D one like that of the HTC Evo 3D, the impact are lost on you unless you hook it up to a compatible TV set. And even then, it’s not that spectacular.

3D video technology is clearly still in its infancy and this can be a lot of of an additional value-added feature instead of the most event. It’s not just like the Arc S is being sold on it’s 3D credentials.

We like that the Mediascape widget (that’s pre-installed on the primary homescreen to your immediate right) permits you to pause and skip tracks while not gap up the music player itself. There’s a digital equalizer (sadly all presets, no custom option) and therefore the ability to try and do a lyrics/Wikipedia look for the song/artist you’re currently paying attention to.

We just like the effort that’s gone into doing one thing higher than and beyond the quality Android music app (which is incredibly boring) however its lacking one thing that alternative music apps on the Market have, like a lock screen widget and a customisable equalizer.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S performance

The speed and general operations of the Xperia Arc S are swish as silk. Its noticeably faster than the first Xperia Arc in barely concerning each capability, from loading up the camera and browser to easy things like swiping left and right between screens.

Everything that the Xperia Arc is in a position to try and do comfortably (but not while not some apparent effort at times) the Arc S is in a position to try and do with a flourish.

In terms of fluidity and presentation its simply up there with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S2 and HTC Sensation. It doesn’t quite have the hardware oomph of a number of it’s dual-core counterparts, with games like Dungeon Defenders: initial Wave struggling alittle when the polygon count piles up, however otherwise trying fantastic.

Call quality is pretty sensible, nothing unhealthy to report here the least bit in terms of clarity and volume. Calls to and from landlines and alternative mobiles (on variety of networks) were all sensible, with solely the occasional dropouts, thanks to things like signal/reception problems (which plague each phone) or after we went underneath a tunnel on the train.

Verdict

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S is a wonderful phone, boasting a fantastic camera, slick style and quick performance. Compared to phones of the same worth just like the Galaxy S2 (to that it's currently equally priced) it’s roughly as powerful when it involves things like gaming, however its maybe a a lot of fashionable (if slightly less beefy) different.

The Facebook within Xperia options are nicely integrated and can charm to people who desire a phone primarily for Facebooking on the go. Our solely major criticism of the Xperia Arc S is its rather paltry quantity of internal memory. The processor got an upgrade from the first, thus why not stick 8GB or thus in there?

Though microSD cards are less expensive of late, we tend to’d like it it we had a healthy quantity of storage to play with right out of the box. Otherwise, the Xperia Arc S is another feather within the cap for Sony Ericsson; slick appearance, slick performance, slick camera. we tend to like this plenty.

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The Nokia N9 Reviews

Introduction

When the first touch-only OS debuts on one of the most popular items of hardware this year, you can bet we would like a piece of the action. Windows Phone is where Nokia need your attention, but it might prove that MeeGo is that the place you wish to be.

  

Not shown much love by its own maker, the Nokia N9 is embraced by the customers. You won’t see Stephen Elop obtaining all too fired up about MeeGo and spending hours explaining how it’s the simplest factor since Santa, sauna and therefore the N95. but if you care to seem, you'll notice thousands of individuals hitting our site day after day to only scrutinize the Nokia N9.

And when a smartphone’s popularity is off the charts while not it being all over TV, it must very be something special.

The Nokia N9's list of features is merit a flagship, but the head is undoubtedly the MeeGo platform. It’s what makes all the remaining bits work together to create a seamless user experience. the light and agile MeeGo will well while not a massively overclocked multiple-core CPU too



GENERAL 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
Announced 2011, June
Status Available. Released 2011, September


SIZE Dimensions 116.5 x 61.2 x 12.1 mm, 76 cc
Weight 135 g


DISPLAY Type AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 480 x 854 pixels, 3.9 inches (~251 ppi pixel density)
Multitouch Yes
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
  - Anti-glare polariser


SOUND Alert types Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
  Dolby Mobile sound enhancement; Dolby Headphone support


MEMORY Card slot No
Internal 16/64 GB storage, 1 GB RAM


DATA GPRS Class 33
EDGE Class 33
Speed HSDPA, 14.4 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.7 Mbps
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v2.1 with A2DP, EDR
NFC Yes
USB Yes, microUSB v2.0


CAMERA Primary 8 MP, 3264x2448 pixels, Carl Zeiss optics, autofocus, dual LED flash, check quality
Features Geo-tagging, face detection, touch-focus
Video Yes, 720p@30fps, check quality
Secondary Yes
FEATURES OS MeeGo OS, v1.2 Harmattan
Chipset TI OMAP 3630
CPU 1 GHz Cortex A8
GPU PowerVR SGX530
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Messaging SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML5, RSS feeds
Radio No
GPS Yes, with A-GPS support; Ovi Maps
Java Yes, MIDP 2.1
Colors Black, Cyan, Magenta, Glossy white
  - MicroSIM card support only
- SNS integration
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
- TV-out 
- Dolby Digital Plus
- MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA/FLAC player
- MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV player
- Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF)
- Video/photo editor
- Voice memo/command/dial
- Predictive text input (Swype)


BATTERY Standard battery, Li-Ion 1450 mAh (BV-5JW)
Stand-by Up to 380 h (2G) / Up to 450 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 11 h (2G) / Up to 7 h (3G)
Music play Up to 50 h

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Specification BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio

BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio is one smart phone that will be launched first in Indonesia, the BlackBerry Bold 9790 Price Bellagio in Indonesia alone will account for approximately $515 (Rp4.599.000) where as I posted yesterday in my estimation is the BlackBerry Torch 9860 Monza prediction turned out I was wrong and now it was revealed that BB Bellagio who will appear on the 25th of november 2011, in this post I'll discuss a bit about the BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio in which Indonesia is the first country to launch its first honored.


BlackBerry Bold 9790 specifications Bellagio itself, we can see the BB 9709 will be present with a candybar with a QWERTY keyboard and comes with 2.44-inch touch screen. BlackBerry Bellagio will be equipped with a processor at 1GHz, 1GB of RAM as well, besides the advantage of the BlackBerry Bold 9790 sertaka Bellagio itself is in its 8GB of internal memory, 5MP camera, and the BlackBerry OS platform 7. Like the previous series, the Blackberry Bold 9900, but it's one of the advantages BB Bellagio it self is the presence of NFC (Near Field Communications).


To view the Bellagio BB screen comes smaller when compared to BB Dakota that is 2.8 inches, but according to RIM claims its touchscreen is more responsive. The dimensions of the Blackberry 9790 or Bold 3 is not much different from its predecessor, Dakota. Bellagio has a display size of 110 mm x 60 mm x 11.4 mm. when compared with the Dakota that has the dimensions 115 x 66 x 10.5 mm.

Specification BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio
Appearance BB Bold 9790 Bellagio

•      Height 4.33 inches
•      Width 2.36 inches
•      Thickness 0.45 inches
•      Weight 0.24 pounds
•      Form factor Slab
•      Primary orientation Portrait
•      Color Black
•      Physical keypad QWERTY
•      Loudspeaker Yes
•      Screen size (diagonal) 2.44 inches
•      Resolution (Y) 360 px
•      Resolution (X) 480 px
•      Touchscreen type Capacitive
•      Multitouch Yes

Connectivity BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio

•      3G Connectivity Yes
•      GSM Yes
•      UMTS / HSPA Yes
•      Wi-Fi Yes
•      Wi-Fi support 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a
•      GPS Yes
•      Bluetooth Yes
•      NFC support Yes

Inside BB Bellagio

•      Manufacturer Marvell
•      Clock speed 1 GHz
•      RAM size 768 MB

Camera BlackBerry Bold 9790 Bellagio

•      Resolution 5 megapixels
•      Flash Single LED
•      Focus type Autofocus
•      Video resolution VGA

Storage BB Bellagio 9790

•      Internal size 8 GB
•      External Yes
•      Max external size 32 GB
•      External type microSD

Blackberry BY-9790 Cellphone-Unlocked Phone-No Warranty-Black

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Canon Legria HF M41 Specification

Panasonic has ruled the industry high-end camcorder for a while, and his latest HDC-SD90 and HDC-TM900 models recently strengthened this position. Canon aims to overthrow the Panasonic from its position  with a list LEGRIA HF M41.

This is one of a series of three M series camcorders with similar specifications. The HF M41, we tested is the most expensive at £ 648, with 32 GB of onboard storage, there is also the HF M46 with 16 GB of some 526 kilos, and HF M406, which has no internal memory and costs around £ 487.

Cheaper models have the same optics and the sensor, but miss the viewfinder and the 3.5 mm microphone input on HF M41. Of these, the HF M406 to our choice, because HF M41 look is too small to be practical, and at this price it goes head-to-head with the slightly cheaper Panasonic HDC-SD90.

Basic specification M Series' is an impressive reading. It has a 1/3in CMOS sensor, two SD card slots and hybrid optical image stabilization / electronics and a stereo microphone and a hot shoe.

And 'less than the Panasonic some key areas, however, is shorter than the 10x zoom lens and a platform much more bulky, measuring 136 x 69 x 69 mm (WDH), as compared to the shot only 1080/50i HDC-SD90 is 50 progressive frames per second, the second.

The performances are good. Canon has a bigger sensor, so the low light is slightly better than the SD90, which minimize noise in our tests, we found the colors a bit 'more accurate and balanced in different circumstances. Critics, however, the company had not been treated so well, thanks mainly to the slower frame rates.

Can not coincide with the HDC-SD90 of image stabilization technology. With a hybrid system from Panasonic, we were able to maintain a rock-steady image, even totally 21x zoom about, we strive to do the same with the canon only half of enlargement. Autofocus is also slower in the Canon.

This puts Canon Series M in a somewhat awkward position. For image quality is slightly better than its main rival gross, but with a lower stabilization shorter zoom and a larger chassis, is much less flexible. This is a good camera, but in general, we recommend opting for the Panasonic HDC-SD90 and save a few pounds in the process.

Specifications

Camcorder HD standard                         1080p
Camcorder maximum video resolution     1920 x 1080
Camera megapixel rating                         20.7mp
Camcorder recording format                   AVCHD
Accessory shoe                                      yes
Camera optical zoom range                    10x
Camera optical image stabilisation           yes
Electronic image stabilisation                   yes
Screen size                                             3.0in
Touchscreen                                           yes
Viewfinder                                             yes
Built-in flash                                           yes
Light                                                      yes
Number of sensors                                 1

Audio

Internal mic type                                    Stereo
External mic socket                                yes
Quoted battery life                                130mins

Dimensions

Dimensions width                                  69
Dimensions depth                                  136
Dimensions height                                  69
Dimensions                                            69 x 136 x 69mm (WDH)

Storage

Integrated memory                                32.0GB
Camcorder internal storage type            Flash memory
Memory card support                           SDXC

Outputs

Data connection                             USB
Composite video output                 yes
Component video output                yes

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Samsung WiFi 3.6 Released

Just as the announcement of the new Samsung and Samsung Galaxy Galaxy Tab 7.7 Please note, Samsung has also announced the WiFi Galaxy 3.6, which is a new PMP and a growing range of personal media players Samsung WiFi.

Samsung Galaxy 3.6 WiFi capabilities 3.65-inch TFT LCD touchscreen and Android 2.3 HVGA Gingerbread, it also comes with 2 megapixel camera with LED flash back and front facing VGA camera for video chat.

Above all Galaxy 3.6 is shipped with WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, accelerometer, compass, and a microSD card slot that can take up to 32 GB card, you also have the option of 8 GB or 16 GB storage.

Samsung said that Galaxy 6.3 WiFi on sale in Britain in October, with the 8 GB version, priced at £ 149 and the 16GB version  £169 for Retail

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HP 1025 Laser Jet Review

 The CP (Color Print) 1025 HP Color LaserJet printer is perfect for a business or office, which has a particularly compact and environmentally friendly printer that can still the speed and quality they want and need to deliver. With a monthly duty cycle of 15,000 pages, the printer can easily handle the workload of a small office, while one of the smallest laser printers on the market. Measuring only 15.7 inches wide, 15.7 inches deep and 8.8 inches, the HP Color LaserJet CP 1025 compact enough to fit into any office, or even fit on a desk. However, this printer has the speed and quality of a printer twice its size.

This printer uses a standard high-speed USB cable for the connection and has the ability to network through an Ethernet connection. In addition, this printer has wireless capabilities, the HP LaserJet CP1025 Color in. Compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 2008/2003/XP and Mac OS X 10.5.8 and higher, and integrates various Linux operating systems.

The HP Color LaserJet CP 1025 is installed with four HP print cartridges CP 1025th This toner cartridge was introduced in four colors: black, cyan, magenta and yellow. Toner cartridges Additional or replacement can also be purchased. Replacement toner cartridges have a black standard yield 1,200 pages, while the toner cartridges in cyan, magenta, and a yield of 1000 pages. The yield of this HP print cartridges make it easy for you to spend more time at work, and the pressure, and less time to change the toner in the printer. This printer has a print tray that can accommodate up to 150 sheets. Additional pressure shells are not available.

Despite its small size, the HP LaserJet CP 1025 Color high print speed of up to 16 pages per minute when printing in black and white and 4 pages per minute when printing in color. The first page-out for this printer is as fast as 15.5 seconds for monochrome and 27.5 seconds for color, so you do not begin to wait long for your prints, with, regardless of print, which documents or images. The HP Color LaserJet CP 1025 with 64 MB installed memory that can not be upgraded, and is powered by a 400 MHz processor, this printer prints at a maximum resolution of 600 dpi x 600 dpi supplied with electricity.

Overall specs:
    * Print Speed: 16 ppm monochrome, 4 ppm color
    * Memory: 64 MB
    * Resolution: 600 dpi x 600 dpi
    * Paper Capacity: 150 sheets
    * Connectivity: High speed USB 2.0
    * Duty Cycle: 15,000 pages/month
    * Measurements (WxDxH): 15.7 in x 15.7 in x 8.8 in

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The Difference between Samsung Galaxy Mini with Samsung Galaxy Fit

Similar but different. The phrase seemed appropriate to describe the relationship between the Samsung Galaxy Fit with Samsung Galaxy Mini. At first glance they appear to have shape and nearly the same physical size. Market segment is the same, namely the entry level. Both use the Android OS Froyo (2.2). Strength is also the same processor, 600 MHz. If it is not the same, then what the different beetwen  Galaxy Mini and Samsung Galaxy Fit ?

The most striking difference lies in the camera and features / applications luggage. Galaxy Fit has a 5 megapixel camera with a resolution (auto focus, 3x digital zoom, auto ISO), while the Galaxy Mini camera resolution is only 3 megapixels. For the innate features, samsung fit have Quick Office, this application is used to open office files ending in. Doc,. Ppt,. Xls, and ppt. Unfortunately, Quick Office application in the Galaxy Fit, only to open, but could not edit and create new office files.

Another difference between the Samsung Fit with mini galaxy, ie on the weight and dimensions. When viewed at a glance, the shape and size look the same, but when viewed in detail, it turns out the larger dimensions of the Galaxy Fit a little. For display, the Samsung Galaxy Fit has a 3.31-inch LCD screen size based QVGA (320x240 pixels). While the Galaxy Mini-sized screen 3.14 inches, with a QVGA resolution.

Judging from the difference, samsung fit slightly superior to the galaxy mini . Naturally, if the price is more expensive galaxy fit, a little. If I see from the color and design of the navigation button, samsung fit more elegant. But somehow, my choice remains the Samsung  Galaxy S, although much more expensive, I am willing to wait until my savings enough to buy it.

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[HOT] RIM Announces New BlackBerry Curve

RIM to offer new BlackBerry Curve . With a thin 0.43 inch frame display and functionality to support BlackBerry7

The new curve has a 2.44-inch, 480 × 360 pixel screen, a 800 MHz CPU, 512 MB of RAM, and 5-megapixel camera with LED flash and VGA video recording function. It also sports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS and NFC tale that slowly became a new standard for smartphones.

The device comes in three version numbers - 9350, 9360 and 9370 - with the connectivity difference: in 9350 is the only CDMA, GSM and UMTS 9360 support, while the 9370 supports both GSM and CDMA.

The new BlackBerry Curve will be available from carriers in Canada this month and from other operators around the world starting in September.


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Canon EOS 60D Review

Canon EOS 60D price  has always been one favorite digital SLR cameras,especially for professional photographers.  Now, Canon launched a new generation, namely Canon EOS 60D, which has been equipped with advanced product features like 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 ImagingProcessor; ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 12800), Includes 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS UD standard zoom lens, Improved EOS HD Video mode with manual exposure control; Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor, 5.3 fps continuous shooting; enhanced iFCL 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system, and many other features.

This is one of most requested and top best buy DSLR Camera EVER ! for every Professional Photographer and Photographer Wannabe. And of-course, for You !

>> Hot DSLR Camera Like This tend to SELL OUT VERY QUICKLY << 

If this is MUST HAVE, be sure to order now to avoid disappointment.

Don’t spend more than you have to! We already done the research for you. Please read where to buy Canon EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera.

EOS 60D Review Digital

Canon EOS 60D ReviewThe EOS 60D review builds aims to made DLSRs easier to user by combining advanced photography features with automatic and in-camera technologies designed to simplify shooting and inspire creativity—plus, the Best Canon DSLR sports an 18 megapixel resolution can can shoot 1080p high-definition video. With the new EOS 60D DSLR,

Canon gives the photo enthusiast a powerful tool fostering creativity, with better image quality, more advanced features and automatic and in-camera technologies for ease-of-use.

It features an improved APS-C sized 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, a new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for finer detail and excellent color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities from 100-6400 (expandable to 12800) for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. The new Multi-control Dial enables users to conveniently operate menus and enter settings Canon EOS 60D Review Features with a simple touch.

The EOS 60D also features an advanced horizontal Electronic Level, that, when activated, is superimposed on the LCD monitor to aid in achieving evenly leveled shots by indicating the horizontal tilt up to approximately 9° in 1° increments. The EOS 60D also features an EOS first: A Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (1,040,000 dots) monitor for easy low- or high-angle viewing. An improved viewfinder, a number of new in-camera creative options and filters, plus HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV all make the EOS 60D invaluable for the evolving photographer. With continuously curved surfaces, user-friendliness and exuding solidity and refinement, the EOS 60D is true digital inspiration!

Technical Details:

    * Brand Name: Canon
    * Model: 60D 18-135mm Kit
    * Optical Sensor Resolution: 18 MP
    * Optical zoom: 7.5 x
    * Display Size: 3.000 inches
    * Width: 5.7 inches
    * Height: 4.2 inches
    * Weight: 26.63 pounds

Product Details:

    * Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 4.2 x 3.1 inches ; 1.7 pounds
    * Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
    * Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
    * ASIN: B0040JHVC2
    * Item model number: 60D 18-135mm Kit
    * Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #304 in Electronics

What's in the Box

Canon EOS 60D Review comes with: EOS 60D Body, EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens, Eyecup Eb, Wide Strap EW-EOS 60D, USB Interface Cable IFC-130U, Stereo AV cable AVC-DC400ST, Battery Pack LP-E6, Battery Charger LC-E6, EOS Digital Solution Disk and Instruction Manuals "Great Photography is Easy" Booklet and "Do More with Macro" Booklet.

Canon EOS 60D Review

Don't buy Best Canon DSLR until you read Canon EOS 60D Review from customer who bought it.

Canon EOS 60D Review By Jeffrey Hickman :

One of my first cameras was a film SLR. I love the flexibility a SLR offers. DSLR's have been out of reach for me because of the price. But recently the prices have dropped and have become more affordable for non-professionals like me. The Canon 60D is a wonderful camera. The image quality outdoors is truly stunning! The camera has a very fast start-up and the shutter burst mode is more than suitable for my needs.
The menus and controls are well laid out and intuitive. It's a much better camera than the T2i and is worth the little bit extra.

Pros:
Stunning image quality!
Fast start-up
Fast auto-focus
Fast shutter burst
High ISO speeds are actually useable!
Mode lock is nice

Cons:
Some trouble focusing in low light
No continuous `auto' focus in movie mode
`auto' focusing noise is very noticeable during movie mode

Where to Buy Best Canon EOS 60D DSLR

You can buy Canon EOS 60D from many big retailers offline or online like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart etc. But which one is the best? We have done work for you, we find the best place to buy Canon EOS 60D at Amazon.com. This giant online retailers give the best price which included FREE Shipping (in US only) for this holiday season.

Amazon.com is a reputable company that stand out in customer services. You will have a piece of mind because not only they will make sure you get the holiday gift on time but they are very actively in updating you the status of your gift delivery. Gift wrapping is also available for just a small additional fee.

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Download Apple iOS Beta 5

Apple lovers get ready to download the latest version of iOS 5.

Quoted from endgadget new, just over 2 weeks ago Apple released the latest developments and current iOS 5 beta 5 is ready for download.

Increasing the amount of beta make this iOS devices fully diantipasi as "the most powerful mobile operating system in the world".

In accordance with tradition, iOS 5 Beta 5 is available to selected users (Apple Registered Developer) around the world to test and give feedback to Apple.

Many prediction that the emergence of iOS 5 will make its main competitor the Android getting cornered in a mobile world.

iOS 5, the latest version of the world's most advanced mobile operating system, includes over 200 new user features, and an updated SDK with over 1,500 new APIs and powerful new development tools. Start developing today to take advantage of iCloud Storage, Newsstand Kit, Core Image, GLKit, Twitter and new Game Center APIs.

iOS Beta 5 can be downloaded here: http://developer.apple.com/technologies/ios5/

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Specifications and prices asus Eee Pad Transformer

Asus Eee Pad transformers (TF101) Tablet PC is great support Android operating system, and are included in one of the best teams in the current pad. At least compared to other pills that are much launched in 2011. Asus Eee Pad using Transformer monocoque design, which means that each part of the tablet whole, from the case and others.

Asus Eee Android Honeycomb Pad processor using the latest 3.1 and works with NVIDIA Tegra 2, 1 GHz. It is also equipped with multi-touch LED screen that measures 10 inches in a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels screen. At the bottom of the screen, there is a docking port, keyboard, and which is similar to a laptop if the keyboard has been developed. Using a 1 GB of DDR2 RAM, Asus Eee TF101 Transformer Pad is completed by the back of a 1.2 megapixel camera and front camera powerful 5 megapixel camera for video chatting.

A look at the previous processor Asus Eee Pad at first glance similar to Samsung A500 Acer Iconia Tab or the Galaxy. So to speak, as some pills in the use of the latest features that can be placed on the Tablet PC, and no wonder if the pills are first in the top 10 Tablet PC 2011.

Finish the previous review, you can find all the specifications, the Asus Eee Pad transformer below.

Asus Eee transformers Pad Specifications

W x D x H: 271 x 176 x 12.9 mm
Weight: 680 grams

Type: capacitive touch screen LED backlit IPS
Size: 10.1 inches
Colors and a resolution: 16 million colors and 1280 x 800 pixels WXGA

Input / user interface

10 Finger Multi-Touch
Gorilla scratch resistant glass
IU WaveShare
Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotation of the user interface
Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
G-Sensor, Gyro light sensor,

System Properties
Operating System: Google Android OS 3.1 Honeycomb
CPU: Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor at 1GHz, 1GB DDR2 RAM

Memory storage

Internal Memory: 16 GB / 32 GB storage
Expandable memory:
- Slot Micro-SD card for memory expansion support
- 1 SD card reader in the Dock Mobile
- ASUS WebStorage free for 1 year

Browser and messaging

HTML, Flash
SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email and Instant Messaging

Camera

Rear:
- 5 megapixel
- 2592 x 1944 pixels
- LED flash, autofocus

Before:
- 1.3 megapixel
- 1280 x 1024 pixels

The video recording capacity:
- HD Video 720p at 30 fps recording capability
- 1280 x 720 pixels

Connectivity

Bluetooth: Bluetooth v2.1 with EDR and USB 2.0 USB
WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n
Headphone: 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack
GPS: Yes
3G: Yes
HDMI: Yes (HDMI 1.3)

Music and Video

Music Format: MP3, WMA
Video format: MPEG4, H.263, H.264

Battery

Type: Li-Ion Battery Standard 24.2Wh
Battery life:
- Up to 9.5 hours
- Up to 16 hours of life based on the attached keyboard

Other Features

Polaris Office Software
HDMI Micro
Docking port
Mywaves Mygallery and user interface Asus
Asus Launcher, MyLibrary, MyNet, applications myCloud
10.2 of Flash compatibility
SD / SDHC card reader
Facebook integration
Android Market, G-mail, Google Maps, G-Talk
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Picasa
Quickoffice, digital compass


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Comparison Canon Eos 600D (Rebel T3i) vs Nikon D5100 [Review]

The   Excellence of Nikon D5100

Good, let's review. In terms of quality of the photo sensor, Nikon D5100 has the same sensor with the D7000 (that can produce images equivalent to a camera D7000). The sensor is newer and better than the sensor in the Canon Eos 600D. So when using the same lens, the result is better Nikon D5100.

    Image quality at high ISO (usually used in a dark place) is also better, especially at ISO 1600 and 3200. Moreover, both cameras have difficulties to overcome noise / spots on the photograph.

The Advantage Canon Eos 600D A.K.A Rebel T3i

 
If the problem of control and handling, I prefer the Canon Eos 600D, because a lot of buttons functions like the camera WB, ISO, already exists and does not need to go into the menu to change settings such as Nikon D5100. I think the Canon Eos 600D is also quite friendly to the beginner by generating a brief description of each function of the camera (though in English).

    Unlike Nikon D5100 and other beginners Nikon cameras, Canon Eos 600D also has an auto focus motor in the camera body, so any Canon EOS auto focus that can be installed. While the lens can auto focus on the Nikon D5100 only existing code AF-S, the new Nikon lenses that have focus motors. Such lenses are usually more expensive (but better quality than the old lenses).

    Another advantage of the Canon Eos 600D is the wireless flash feature, which allows us to organize and trigger the flash is released from the camera (off camera flash shoe) without requiring any accessories other triggers. While Nikon D5100 has been no such feature, which is in the Nikon D90 models or more sophisticated.

    Another difference

    Canon Eos  600D and Nikon D5100 features to process photos into artistic effects. Effects on the Canon Eos 600D, among others, soft focus, romantic, grainy black and white, miniature and others. Nikon D5100 also has effects such as miniature process photos, color sketch, high key, low key.

    Only one of the highlights Nikon D5100 is the effect of HDR (High Dynamic Range) is the camera will automatically take two images and then combine them into one image with bright dark detail photo more interesting.

    Both cameras have the same high-resolution swivel LCD, only the Canon Eos 600D has an aspect ratio of 3:2 in accordance with an aspect ratio of the image so the resolution is slightly higher. (900rb vs. 1 million).

    To record video, the Canon is still ahead in the creative side because we can adjust the exposure manually. In terms of video quality, is alike have been able to record video with very high resolution of 1080p / Full HD.

    However, in the video, the Nikon D5100 has advantages in auto focus when activating live view. Like the Nikon D3100 and D7000, D5100 features auto focus continuous or continuous. Nikon calls this the auto focus AF-F. How it works is when the camera detects the subject is not in focus, the camera will try to find the subject position and relock it. For me the locate not very practical because in the video there will be a "gap" or gaps between focused and unfocused. Looks like the manual focus would still be best if you want to record video with a DSLR camera.

    Conclusion

    Rewarded with a cheaper price than the Canon Eos 600D, Nikon D5100 is a significant competitor to the Canon Eos 600D among beginner and intermediate level photographers. Both cameras have the advantages disadvantages of each. Canon Eos 600D excels in video, and practical interface to use, while the Nikon D5100 excels in image quality, creative effects and price. Which one is best depends on the priorities of each.

    Canon Eos 600D -  plus and minus

    + Friendly interface and practical use
    + Resolution and aspect ratio LCD screen a little better
    + Wireless flash controller
    + Manual exposure settings are available when recording video
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    - Price is more expensive
    - Image quality is good, but not as good as D5100, especially in dark light conditions
    - No features continuous auto focus while recording video







     Nikon D5100 - plus and minus

    + Image quality is very good in light or dark conditions
    + Price on the market cheaper than the Canon Eos 600D
    + Effects like HDR, color sketch, interesting and stimulating creativity.
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    - There is no auto focus motor in the camera body
    - The interface is less well & need to go into the menu to replace the function of      popular
    - Unable to set the exposure manually when recording video

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The new Torch 9850 and 9860 touch screen

I’m happy to tell you about two new BlackBerry® 7 OS smartphones announced today, the all-touch BlackBerry® Torch™ 9850 and 9860 smartphones. #TeamBlackBerry members in North America will be able to purchase the BlackBerry Torch 9860 smartphone from AT&T, Rogers, Telus and Bell, and the BlackBerry Torch 9850 smartphone from Sprint and U.S. Cellular. For more details on pricing and international availability, make sure to check out our BlackBerry Torch product page or contact your local carrier.

To ensure you have our patented Inside BlackBerry insight into these sweet all-touch BlackBerry 7 OS smartphones, I tapped Product Managers Sangita and Troy to list the 5 things you need to know about the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860. Take it away, Sangita and Troy!

1. The all-touch BlackBerry Torch has a screen built for everything
With a 3.7” inch touch screen at a WVGA (800×480) resolution with 253 DPI (“dots per inch”), the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 have the biggest BlackBerry® smartphone screens ever. These all-touch screens provide a sharp and crisp viewing experience to combine everything BlackBerry devices are known for – performance, security and reliability – with new user features like augmented reality apps and improved web browsing and multimedia experiences.

Personally, I love the BlackBerry Torch smartphone screen most for browsing the web with the next generation BlackBerry 7 browser. My news sites, shopping sites and my daily obsession, tech and lifestyle blogs, all render fast and look great on that big, beautiful screen. Of course using BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphone touch screens to pan, zoom and scroll through my favorite websites is easy as well.

One design element to note with the all-touch BlackBerry Torch screen: we designed the face of the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones to ‘fall over’ the device edge (something we call ‘The Waterfall’ internally), which lengthens the screen to provide a visual experience that works in landscape or portrait orientation.

2. The new BlackBerry Torch smartphone design is sculpted for touch

Our design goal with the all-touch BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones was to create a stylish look that sets the product apart in a field filled with boxy devices. The seamless front lens with ‘Waterfall’ ends offers a great visual experience and the sculpted back provides a perfect ergonomic fit, regardless of whether it’s used as a traditional phone (in portrait orientation) or like a gaming console or web browser (in landscape orientation).

Though there are many layers to the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones design, they are integrated and flow one into the other. For example, the buttons on the side of the smartphone are simple to find with your fingers and provide quick access volume, mute and camera functionality, but are understated, so as not to interrupt the design. Another example would be the back housing of the BlackBerry Torch smartphone, which dips down to fit in the camera lens and flash, without impacting its form and feel in the palm of your hand.

Engineering the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones to meet this vision wasn’t easy, and there were a number of occasions where it appeared that we might have to trade-off form for function. But our development teams rose to the challenge, and in the end, have delivered a product that is both aesthetically pleasing and incredibly functional for both personal and professional use.

 

3. The new BlackBerry Torch smartphone evolves the all-touch experience

We knew when designing the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones that the touch screen user interface (“UI”) would have to be both refined and robust enough to support an all-touch device (it would be pretty hard to write an email otherwise, Ed.). Many improvements and enhancements have been made to the touch screen UI in the BlackBerry 7 OS that the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones take full advantage of. These improvements vary from minor adjustments of touch sensitivity based upon screen location to redesigning the layout of the virtual keyboard for easier texting (I personally love the fact that symbols and numbers are now combined under one key). In addition, the predictive text algorithms have also been optimized to provide fewer, more targeted word choices for faster communications.

All these improvements combine holistically to ensure an efficient and intuitive experience when using the BlackBerry Torch smartphone, whether you’re BBM™ chatting with a friend or playing the latest game.

4. The all-touch BlackBerry Torch smartphone is packed to the gills with new features, including an HD camera and Magnetometer

In addition to the large and crisp screen, the all-touch BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones have many hardware features new to BlackBerry smartphones, including an HD camera and magnetometer (also known as a “digital compass”). These features aren’t just for show, but allow BlackBerry smartphone users to create, consume and share great content on their device. Here are a few examples:

Camera – The BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphone cameras supports HD recording at 720p to capture stunning videos to view on your BlackBerry smartphone, computer or HDTV. But my favorite feature has to be the 5MP, zero-shutter lag photo camera. I have a five-month-old son and my BlackBerry Torch smartphone (which is always with me) has been the perfect tool for me to capture those special moments. The ability to upload these photos from within the Camera app with a few clicks to Facebook® so I can virtually instantly share these moments with friends and family turns the BlackBerry Torch into something more than a smartphone for me.

Magnetometer – Combined with the Camera app and GPS, the magnetometer or digital compass on the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones has enabled a new class of “augmented reality” applications on the BlackBerry platform. One example is the Wikitude augmented reality browser, which will be available on the BlackBerry App World™ storefront at launch. The Wikitude browser combines real and virtual worlds via the Camera viewfinder to provide immediate and relevant data about one’s surroundings. One great feature of the Wikitude browser is its integration with BBM 6. This (opt-in) feature allows you to see the location of your BBM 6 contacts in real-time and spontaneously arrange to meet for coffee if you happen to be in the same ‘hood. See the video above for an example.

5. The new BlackBerry 7 OS powers the all-touch BlackBerry Torch smartphone

Together with the powerful hardware found in the BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphone, the new BlackBerry 7 OS offers a variety of performance and usability enhancements resulting in a truly wonderful user experience. Annu plans to talk about BlackBerry 7 in more detail in an upcoming post, so we will highlight one specific aspect of BlackBerry 7: something we call ‘Liquid Graphics’.

From the ground up, the software architecture of BlackBerry 7 has been redesigned to maximize the use of hardware acceleration and graphical fidelity. This optimization allows for rich graphics, smooth animations and a fluid touch experience. Liquid Graphics touches much of the features discussed above, from the new BlackBerry browser to the all-touch UI to 3rd party applications like the Wikitude browser or 3D games. Combined with the large screen, Liquid Graphics provides a responsive and striking graphical experience for BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphone users.

Please post a comment and let Troy and Sangita know what you think of the new all-touch BlackBerry Torch 9850 and 9860 smartphones, and don’t hesitate to ask questions about each device!

source:http://blogs.blackberry.com/2011/08/blackberry-torch-9850-and-9860/

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