Tuesday, April 12, 2011

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HTC Sensation hands-on with Photos and Video

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:11 PM PDT


HTC today announced their new flagship Android smartphone, the HTC Sensation aka HTC Pyramid. I was there for the press conference and had my first hands-on with the device. The HTC Sensation is an Android 2.3 Gingerbread 'superphone' running on a dual core 1.2 GHz Qualcomm MSM 8260 processor with 1GB user accessible ROM and 768MB RAM. It has a 4.3" Super LCD capacitive touchscreen with qHD 540 x 960 resolution with Gorilla Glass protection. Imaging wise, the Sensation has a 8MP camera with dual LED flash capable of 1080p video recording and VGA front camera. Connectivity wise, the phone includes HSDPA, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, microUSB port with MHL support for HDMI out and DLNA. Other features includes the GPS receiver, accelerometer, digital compass, ambient light sensor and proximity sensor. A 1520 mAh battery powers the device. All of these are packed inside an aluminium unibody shell that weighs 148g and measures 126.1 x 65.4 x 11.3 mm. The HTC Sensation comes with the latest HTC Sense UI and HTC Watch, a film rental and purchase store. The new HTC Sense includes support for endless scrolling and a new lock-screen not too dissimilar to Nokia Betalabs Bubbles. Users can assign application icons ...

Airtel launches its 3G services in Durgapur , West Bengal

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 11:43 AM PDT


Airtel has launched its 3G services in Durgapur - West Bengal. Recently they have launched their 3G services in Hyderabad and also announced Mobile TV and HD Gaming. They have also launched new services on 3G like Mobile Comics, Video Talkies and IPL on Mobile TV. To read comics customers need to send ' 3G' to get the WAP link for 3G Zone and can subscribe to read wide range of comics. Video talkies offers Bollywood and regional movies for Rs. 25 (per view) and Rs. 15 per week that is available through 3G Zone. 3G subscribers can also enjoy live IPL matches on Mobile TV powered by Apalya. Press release below Durgapur/Kolkata, 12th April 2011: Bharti Airtel, leading global telecommunications company with operations in 19 countries across Asia and Africa, today announced the availability of its 3G services in West Bengal's Steel City - Durgapur. Airtel also launched its Mobile Comics Portal, Video Talkies and IPL live on Mobile TV on its 3G service. These, along with Video Calls, HD gaming, promise a host of innovative services for customers riding on Airtel internet on 3G. Launching Airtel 3G in Durgapur, Raghunath Mandava, Operations Director – East, Mobile Services, Bharti Airtel said, "We are extremely pleased to announce the launch of 3G in ...

Micromax Bling 2 Pictures

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 11:33 AM PDT


The Micromax Bling 2 was supposed to come soon as we told you earlier. The folks from iGyaan have got their hands on the device. The device is the second phone in the Bling series atfter the Q55 Bling. You can read our review of the Q55 Bling here. The Bling 2 runs on Google's Android 2.2 Froyo OS. Android and Crystals ? That sounds like a new combination ! Source

T-Mobile Unveils The HTC Sensation 4G With 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Processor

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 07:50 AM PDT


T-Mobile recently announced the new HTC Sensation 4G. This handset runs on the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Operating System and it comes with a 4.3 inch qHD display, 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, 4G connectivity, 8 megapixel camera with full HD (1080p) video recording and more. This handset will be exclusively available on the airwaves of T-Mobile in the US. "Consumers have quickly transformed smartphones into consumer lifestyle hubs that are pocket-sized entertainment centers that enable people to take their favorite multimedia content with them wherever they go. The new HTC Watch service makes it fun and easy for people to access premium movies and TV shows while on the go," said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. "The HTC Sensation 4G combines this great multimedia experience within the latest HTC Sense experience in a premium device that delivers a powerful and unprecedented smartphone to our customers." HTC Sensation 4G Specifications: 4.3 inch qHD display 540 x 960 pixels resolution 1.2 GHz dual-core processor Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Operating System Bluetooth 3.0 Wi-Fi 4G Connectivity 8 megapixel camera Full HD (1080p) video recording VGA front camera Stereo sound video recording 3.5mm headset jack 1GB internal storage MicroSD card slot 32 GB expandable memory 768 MB RAM Internal GPS antenna Gyro sensor Proximity sensor Ambient light Sensor Micro-USB port DLNA Up to 495 mins talk-time Upto 400 hours stand-by time 1520 ...

HTC Sensation with 1.2 GHz Dual Core CPU , 4.3 inch Display is Official

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 06:56 AM PDT


HTC Sensation was just officially launched by the Taiwanese handset maker in an event in London city.The handset was prematurely outed by Vodafone earlier today. The handset packs a 1.2 GHz dual core CPU and a 8 Megapixel camera and a 4.3 inch display . FoneArena's Jon Choo is at the event and he found the phone to be really fast. It runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Pricing is not yet known but it will be a Vodafone exclusive in Europe for sometime and will available in Europe first. It will hit Asia later in Q2 this year. Watch the official video below while we work on the hands on photos httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COi4S1yoyO4 Find the Press Release below HTC Unveils Multimedia Superphone, The HTC Sensation™ HTC continues to introduce advanced entertainment capabilities with the introduction of HTC Watch on the HTC Sensation LONDON – April 12, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today introduced the HTC Sensation, a smartphone that shines a spotlight on entertainment with HTC's new HTC Watch™ video service. Crafted with premium design elements, the HTC Sensation features the company's latest HTC Sense™ experience that puts people at the center by making their smartphones work in a more simple and ...

Nokia X7 Price and Availability

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 03:33 AM PDT


Nokia announed the X7-00 earlier today along with the E6-00 at a Symbian event in London. It is a full touchscreen entertainment device. It will be one of the first phones to feature Symbian Anna / PR 2.0 OS along with the E6. The X7 packs a 4" capacitive Gorilla Glass touchscreen with 640x360 pixels resolution and capable of displaying upto 16 million colours. It also has an 8 Megapixel EDOF Camera with dual LED flash and 720p HD video recording. Nokia X7-00 Price and Availability Nokia has revealed the price of the phone to be 380 euros which is around 548 USD or Rs.25000 approx before taxes and subsidies. The phone will be available globally in Q2 2011.

Nokia Symbian Anna aka PR 2.0 Announced

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 03:20 AM PDT


Nokia has announced the much awaited update to the Symbian OS. It is called Anna and was previously known as PR 2.0. Symbian Anna will be made available for the Nokia N8, C7, C6-01 and E7 over the coming months.However no specific dates have been announced. One of the first changes that you notice are the new icons. The text input has been improved and the much awaited portrait QWERTY keyboard  along with split screen entry is now available. The new browser offers faster performance and is easier to use. The photo gallery has also received a few updates. The other applications that have been updated are OVI Maps, OVI Store, OVI Suite and Social. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXIQSpxnHxI

Nokia E6 Price and Availability

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 03:11 AM PDT


Nokia announced the E6 earlier today and it is a successor to the popular E72 handset.You must have seen the photos. The E6 packs a display with a 640x480 pixel resolution in such a small form-factor. It's still powered by a not so fast  680MHz processor which makes it possible for this handset to quote a 14.8 hour talk time on GSM and 7.5 hours on 3G with almost 30 days of stand by time. The handset also ships with the Symbian Anna update which brings a new UI and other features. Nokia E6-00 Price and Availability Nokia has revealed the price of the phone to be 340 euros which is around 490 USD or Rs.21000 approx before taxes. The E6-00 will be available globally in Q2 , 2011 except in Canada, USA, Korea and Japan. So this handset will be coming to India eventually. There will be a separate version of the E6 for North America (NAM) and will be availble in Q3. Are you going to buy the E6-00 ?

Nokia X7-00 Official Photos

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:56 AM PDT


Nokia has just announced the latest addition to the XSeries family of smartphones – the X7-00. It is a full touchscreen entertainment device. The features of the device are: Symbian Anna OS 4" Capacitive Gorilla Glass Touchscreen with 640x360 Pixels Resolution and Displaying upto 16 Million Colours 119.7 x 62.8 x 11.9mm, 146 grams 8 Megapixel EDOF Camera with Dual LED Flash and 720p HD Video Recording at 25 FPS 350 MB Internal Memory, microSD Card Slot Supporting upto 32GB Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP, Wi-Fi Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Accelerometer microUSB Port, 3.5mm Audio Jack, USB OTG (On the Go) 1200 mAH Battery [gallery]

Nokia E6-00 Official Photos

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:34 AM PDT


Nokia has just announced the latest addition to the ESeries family of smartphones - the E6-00.It is a candybar QWERTY device and is the successor to the Nokia E72. Nokia E6-00 Back Side - 8 Megapixel EDOF Camera, Dual LED Flash and Loudspeaker The features of the device are: Symbian Anna OS 115.5 x  59 x 10.5mm, 133 grams 2.46" Capacitive Touchscreen Gorilla Glass Display with VGA (640x480 Pixels) Resolution 256 MB RAM, 1GB ROM 8 Megapixel EDOF Camera with Dual LED Flash, 2x Digital Zoom (3x in Video Mode) and 720p HD Video Recording at 25 FPS 8 GB Internal Memory, microSD Card Slot Supporting upto 32GB Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP, Wi-Fi Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Accelerometer microUSB Port, 3.5mm Audio Jack, USB OTG (On the Go) Nokia BP-4L 1500 mAH Battery Nokia E6-00 Left Side - microUSB Port Nokia E6-00 Top Side - Power Key, 3.5mm Audio Jack and microSD Card Slot [gallery]

HTC Sensation aka Pyramid Leaked

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:31 AM PDT


The HTC Sensation would be the official name of the rumored HTC Pyramid which is expected to be announced by HTC later today. The Sensation has specs which include a 4.3 inch display , 1.2 GHz CPU, 8 Megapixel Camera , 1.2 Megapixel front facing camera , 4 GB internal memory, 8GB memory card and runs Android We are not sure of the Android version at the moment and it seems like Android 2.2 from the picture. The handset has appeared on the Vodafone UK website

Nokia announces E6 and X7 with New UI

Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:22 AM PDT


Nokia has officially announced Nokia E6 and Nokia X7. E6 is the successor of Nokia E72 that is a business phone and Nokia X7 is entertainment device. These devices will have new UI that is named Symbian Anna. Both E6 and X7 has stainless steel body and slim design. E6 has 8GB internal memory and good battery life. X7 has large 4 inch AMOLED display. Both these have 8MP fixed focus camera. Specs of Nokia E6 2.4 inch (640 x 360) 16.7 million colour TFT LCD Capacitive touch screen QWERTY keyboard. Accelerometer, Proximity sensor and Ambient light detector Dimensions: 115.5 x 59 x 10.5 mm Weight: 133 g 8 MP camera with dual LED flash and video recording at 720p (25 fps) 256MB RAM and 1024MB ROM 8GB internal memory, expandable up to 32GB - MicroSD Micro USB 2.0 and USB On-the-Go support Wi-Fi b/g/n, 3G HSDPA - 10.2Mbps, HSUPA - 2.0Mbps Bluetooth v 3.0, GPS with A-GPS 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 1500 mAh battery httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL9EO3R_f_I Specs of Nokia X7 4 inch (640 x 360) 16.7 million colour AMOLED capacitive touch screen Accelerometer, Proximity sensor and Ambient light detector Dimensions: 119.7 x 62.8 x 11.9 mm Weight: 146 g 8 MP camera with dual LED flash and video recording at 720p (25 fps) 350 MB internal memory, expandable up to 32GB - ...