Sony Xperia sola Smartphone with Floating Touch

Sony Mobile announced yet another Xperia smartphone, the Xperia solo featuring the Floating Touch navigation technology allows you to browse the web without actually touching the screen. The Floating Touch allows uers to navigate the web by hovering their finger above the screen so it acts like a moving curser, without actually having to touch the screen.

The Xperia sola is powered by a dual-core 1GHz STE U8500 processor. It sports a 3.7-inch 854×480 Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine, a 5 Megapixel camera with auto focus and flash, xLOUD and 3D surround sound audio technology, 8GB internal memory and a microSD card slot. The phone is capable of 720p HD video recording and includes 2D and 3D Sweep Panorama shooting mode. In addition to Bluetooth and WiFi, the sola also comes with DLNA certified and NFC enabled. Using the included two Xperia NFC SmartTags, users can launch a re-configured profile in the smartphone easily with a simple tap.

Sony Xperia sola will come with Android 2.3 with future upgrade to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich during Summer 2012. It will be available in black, white and red, and will be released in China as Sony Xperia MT27i.

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Acer Launches Aspire V3 Range of Notebooks

Looking for the right notebook to suit your everyday needs? With a wide range of notebooks available in the market, it is quite difficult to select one which will suit you perfectly. However, Acer recently launched a line of notebook computers at CeBIT which might just be what you were looking for. The new line is called the V3 series and Acer believes that the notebooks are fully optimized to take care of all your digital needs.

The notebook line will come with a variety of options on processors and GPUs for you to choose from. It will utilize Intel Core family processors and Nvidia GeForce GT series GPUs.

Design

• The V3 line will come in three different configurations including 14, 15.6 and 17.3-inch screens.
• According to Acer, the 17.3 inch model will include a 1600 x 900 pixel display.
• Aimed particularly at mainstream consumers with a classy, single tone design but in conventional dimensions.
• The keyboard is Acer’s traditional chiclet design.
• The line will be made available in four different colours – dawn gold, midnight black, nightfall gray and thunderbolt silver.

Features

• The 17.3-inch model is available with options to improve its entertainment capabilities such as the Acer CineCrystal HD+ 1600×900 LED backlit display.
• Comes equipped with Dolby Home Theater v4 audio system. The full-length speaker is placed above the keyboard. It also boasts a Blu-ray disc drive.
• All V3 series notebooks will be powered by either an Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 processor.
• Each variation of the notebook will come with Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet ports and Acer Crystal Eye HD webcam.
• Connectivity options include Bluetooth, USB and HDMI output.

Expected to launch in Q2 of this year, the Acer V3 series bears a price tag ranging from about $520 to $1180.

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Concept Spider Computer

What can say about this concept? Spider Computer, a portable device that relies on a projected screen and laser keyboard to offer you a ready computer on the go. That’s why he has three thin legs like a spider. When they are hidden, the device becomes a mobile phone. It can be simply put in your pocket. And when the legs are deployed, the device can easily be placed on a flat surface. This will be the computer. The mirror head opens, and the projection is directed towards the table surface or a wall. Digital correction compensates for angular differences in projection versus surface. Circular LCD display with graphic interface. Working prototype was made for technology, user studies and research.

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 Rugged Digital Camera

Unlike other gadgets, rugged digital cameras can be very stylish and slim. Sony shows you its latest creation, the Cyber-shot DSC-TX20, a ultra slim, stylish yet rugged digital camera ideal for everyday adventures, from skiing to trips to the beach or pool. The TX20 is waterproof up to 5 meters, shockproof up to 1.5m, freezeproof (up to 14F) and dustproof.

The Sony TX20 features a 16.2 Megapixel BSI Exmor R CMOS sensor, a 4x optical zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens and the BIONZ image processor that combines with the sensor to deliver super fast up to 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 1080i movie modes. The zoom range can be extended to 8x thanks to the Clear Image Zoom technology. Like other Cyber-shots, the rugged TX20 has Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and it includes the Active mode for blur-free video recording. It records Full HD 1080/60i video and is able to capture 12 Megapixel stills while video recording via Dual Record function. Other features include Intelligent Sweep Panorama HR mode, Intelligent Scene Recognition mode, Superior Auto mode, Motion Detection, Face Detection technology, Smile Shutter technology, Background Defocus. It includes 7 Picture Effect options for creating unique, custom-styles photos and video as well. 

 

The Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 comes with a 3-inch XtraFine LCD touchscreen and offers HDMI output. It supports MS Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards. Sony will release the TX20 in May in stylish orange, green, black, blue and pink colors for $329.00

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Samsung Zipel oven is controlled via Android app

Smartphones work great with other smart devices in our home, and today we have another smart device for your kitchen that can be controlled via smartphone. 

Samsung Zipel oven is probably one of the first smart ovens, and unlike other ovens, Samsung Zipel oven can be remotely controlled via special Android app. We have to notice that this oven won’t do the cooking instead of you, but it comes with presets for 160 different dishes, that will make the cooking process somewhat easier. We’re guessing that this application can figure out the right temperature and the duration of pre-heating for your dishes, and according to Samsung, this smart oven can detect how many calories does your current dish have. In addition, Samsung Zipel oven comes with voice guidance, and best of all, you can clean it easily thanks to the ceramic coating. 

Samsung Zipel oven sounds incredible, however, it’s currently available only in South Korea, while the pricing remains a mystery.

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Toshiba Qosmio X870 3D Gaming Notebook

Following the Qosmio X770 last year, Toshiba brings a new 3D gaming notebook, the Qosmio X870 with a 3D display and next generation NVIDIA graphics processor. The powerful X870 features a 17.3-inch 1920×1080 Full HD TruBrite 3D display with 120Hz refresh rate, a Blu-ray 3D player and a pair of NVIDIA 3D Vision glass, delivering 3D and HD content out of the box. It includes not only the Resolution+ upscaling technology for turning low resolution content to HD, but also supports 2D-to-3D conversion. 

The Qosmio X870 is powered by Intel’s Sandy Bridge Core processor and next generation NVIDIA graphics processors. It comes with up to 2TB hard drive or hybrid SSD, along with DVD SuperMulti drive or optional Blu-ray drive. The notebook supports Bluetooth 3.0, WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet LAN and offers HDMI output, four USB 3.0 ports (including two sleep-and-charge ports). You can also find Harman Kardon stereo speakers with Slip Stream technology and SRS Premium Sound 3D, red backlit tiled keyboard, touchpad with multitouch, and headphones and microphone jacks with Sleep-and-Music. 

Toshiba’s X870 has an anodized dark aluminum design on the lid and along the palm rest, which is complemented by a stylish red trim. It will be released in Q2 2012.

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Android 5.0 Jelly Bean name confirmed by Asus

Speaking at MWC 2012, handset manufacturer Asus has seemingly confirmed the name of Google's next Android OS with 5.0 to be dubbed Jelly Bean 

Whilst the new breed of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich handsets are only just coming to market, manufacturer Asus has seemingly confirmed the OS follow-on Android 5.0 will be dubbed Android Jelly Bean.

Speaking with Tech Radar Asus has suggested its close relationship with Google will see it feature as one of the first brands to offer the Android 5.0 update later this year, confirming the software’s name in the process.

"Asus is very close to Google, so once they have Android 5.0 I think there will be a high possibility that we will be the first wave to offer the Jelly Bean update," said Benson Lin, Asus’ Corporate Vice President.

Continuing the sweet toothed theme of the Android mobile OS naming convention, Google has been previously rumoured to be preparing Android 5.0 Jelly Bean for an autumn 2012 launch with the likes of Samsung and Motorola tipped to manufacture the operating system’s Google branded Nexus launch handset.

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Futuristic iPad to flaunt bezel free screens

Futuristic iPad Concept

Advancement in technology has made it possible to reduce the size of computers from big box like structures to slender notebooks. Adding to this list is this futuristic concept created by Aatma Studio for the upcoming iPad design. The most interesting part about the device is its bezel-free structure that could be attached to another iPad through internal magnets. The two attached screens then interact and work like a single screen through NFC (Near Field Communication).

The iPad would showcase latest display technology i.e. holographic display that has the ability to offer 3D effect devoid of any special glasses and without harming human eyes. It also features new interface for interaction purpose. The talks about creating bezel-free handsets and tables have hyped the market for a while now, but as such no company has made any practical move towards this direction yet. And like always Apple once again is expected to amaze the world with its marvelous creation. 

The main concern is the feebleness of its bezel-free screen as device won’t have any protection against its screen. Apple has been researching on magnets for a while now and the idea of using internal magnets to connect iPads to form a surface like interface seems to be really impressive. Another concern may arise because of the extra battery consumption for supporting hologram unit and projector part and therefore there is a probability of using solar power to juice up the futuristic tablet.

Via: Tablet-news

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Google Assistant app to 'go beyond' Apple's Siri?

Google's Android team is hard at work on a voice-controlled application called Assistant, which will 'go beyond' what Apple's Siri app can offer users. 

The application will launch in the fourth quarter of 2012, according to TechCrunch, and will be a mobile, voice-centred "do engine" that will focus on helping people accomplish "real-life" goals, rather than simply returning information. 

Info would be powered by Google search, Google +1 while personalised results would come through Google+ social network. 

Sources are telling TechCrunch that "goal-oriented search" will be a major part of Google's push in 2012, following its extensive social endeavours in 2012. 

Google is also planning on launching an API to allow third-party Android app developers to include Assistant as part of their own offerings, which would open up a world of possibilities. 

With a host of Siri clones already lining the Android Market and Apple App Store, it's certainly intriguing to hear that Google is working on a voice-controlled Assistant of its own. We'll be keeping an eye, and an ear, on this one.

Via: TechCrunch

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Google to enter tablet market with 7 inch form-factor [,google,tablet,7inch,google tablet,Android 4.0,Android 5.0 Jelly Beans,]

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A recent report suggests the search giant may release a 7-inch tablet later on this year, a device that would compete (size and price-wise) in the same class as Amazon's Kindle Fire. Analysts at Display Search claim that Google's potential tablet will feature a 7-inch display, 1280 x 800 resolution and should enter production in April, with 1.5 million planned for initial production. 

Expected Specifications 

It will include a 7’’ (17.3 cm) screen rather than a 10’’.It will run on Android 4.0 (Ice cream Sandwich) Operating System with Quad core tegra 3 Processor. With screen resolution to be rumoured as 1280 x 800, it will be a great buy. 

Expected Price 

The price is expected to be around $199 which in INR costs around 10,000 bucks . So,It’s a great buy seeing its price and comparing it with Apple’s iPad. As Google has vast market it may pose greater challenge for other Big Daddies of the industry. 

Operating System 

Google’s new tablet is expected to run on Android 4.0 and hopefully will have an Upgrade for Android 5.0(Jelly Beans) which is expected to be out in few months.

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