The Truth about $35 Android Tablet from Indian Government

Quick Note: What you are going to read now, I had never expected to write that but what can I do; the desire for cheap publicity has landed our government in this. I just wish that i am not true, but facts are in front of you.

The so called “$35 Android tablet of Indian government” is actually Chinese manufacturer Hivision’s Speedpad or PWS700HA, whatever you call it. The images of $35 Android tablet from Indian government with Hivision Speedpad below will clearly prove everything.

A little bit of history about the Hivision Speedpad now, the tablet was first seen at CeBIT 2010 and company said it would be priced somewhere around $100.

So, Indian government is actually showing off some Chinese company’s product as their home developed path-breaking innovation. Let us just go once again through a part of press release that government published when they launched “so called $35 Tablet”.

Via : Androidos.in

Fujitsu talks about new tech for wireless charging of multiple gadgets at once

When it comes to charging the gadgets we all live with on a daily basis, none of us really want to mess with wires. There are several chargers on the market today that will charge smartphones using magnetic induction technology, but those chargers require the device to physically sit on the charger plate.

When it comes to charging the gadgets we all live with on a daily basis, none of us really want to mess with wires. There are several chargers on the market today that will charge smartphones using magnetic induction technology, but those chargers require the device to physically sit on the charger plate.

Via : tweaktown.com

Fujitsu to release wireless charging tech in 2012

Wireless networks and Bluetooth keyboards can free people from some cable clutter, but Fujitsu believes new research could help whisk away some power cords, too.

Fujitsu said Monday that it's overcome design hurdles for a mechanism for wireless charging of electronic devices and that it plans to use the technology in products to be sold in 2012.

The general idea, which Intel, MIT, and other organizations have been researching for years, offers the prospect of a laptop or phone that charges when you set it on a desk or table, potentially getting rid of some cables and making travel easier. Fujitsu has bigger ideas in mind, too: transmitting power within a computer chassis and charging electric cars, for example.

Fujitsu Laboratories has been investigating a technique proposed in 2006 that's called magnetic resonance. It uses a coil of wire and an electronic component called a capacitor to create a resonance between it and the power receiver. But the technique is hampered by the high complexity of computer modeling.

The design is complicated by interactions of all the elements involved besides just the power transmitter and receiver, including the other components of the device to be charged. The task gets harder as the device gets smaller or as multiple devices are on a charging pad at the same time, Fujitsu said.

The new technique was used in one three-device analysis that ran 150 times faster than with earlier methods, the company said. Using its designs, power can be transmitted with at least 85 percent efficiency to devices in range of the charging station.

"What Fujitsu Laboratories has done is to develop technology that dramatically shortens the time required to design transmitters and receivers for magnetic resonance charging systems and, in addition, enables accurate tuning of resonant conditions in the design phase, even for compact transmitters and receivers that are prone to influences from nearby metallic and magnetic objects," Fujitsu said.

It's not yet clear, though, how well the system would work for devices that haven't been explicitly designed in advance or for different devices ranging from hearing aids and Bluetooth headsets to cameras and laptops. It's not likely customers would want to buy new wireless charging pads for each device they own, and creating standards that will work with many device manufacturers' products will be another complication.

Fujitsu Laboratories plans to present details of its approach on Tuesday at the 2010 conference of the Institute of Electronics, Information, and Communication Engineers (IEICE) at Osaka Prefecture University in Japan.


Via : news.cnet.com

Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Studio Series Review

The Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Studio Series is a compact and stylish mouse with many hidden talents and features waiting to be discovered. The 3500’s main feature is BlueTrack Technology that couples optical with the precision of laser power for exactness and accuracy. This enables the 3500 to operate on almost any surface, barring glass and mirrored surfaces, without a mouse pad. Yay for couch surfing! This includes things like a wooden table, the leather on the arm of a chair, carpet, or upholstered furniture.

The Mobile 3500 lives up to it’s name in being lightweight and easy to transport. A small, and out of the way Nano Transceiver stays plugged in to your USB port, and has no messy cords or hassle when you are on the go. Simply insert the transceiver into the port, and your mouse is ready for use, with no complicated installation. The 3500 runs with one AA alkaline battery, which is included in the purchase of this mouse. With a very energy efficient design, the mouse will run for 8 months on one battery. An on/off switch on the bottom of the mouse conserves even more energy for a longer battery life. A red light above the Microsoft logo will inform you when the battery is running low.

The Mobile 3500 hundred has a streamlined design that is comfortable in the left or right hand. With the simple download of IntelliPoint, you can easily reassign the left, right, and scroll button to suit your needs. There are almost 40 options for each button including a magnifying glass, Flip 3D for viewing each of your windows, precision booster, a gaming toggle, and so many more.

The Microsoft Wireless
Mobile Mouse 3500 is the right size to fit in the palm of your hand, without being too small for functionality. It will be easy to transport. Overall, it is a great buy. The mouse has a 3 year limited warranty and is operational with Windows 7, Vista, XP, and Mac OS X 10.4-10.6. Coming in at $29.99 at Best Buy stores – it’s even on sale this week for $19.99, this is a reasonable price for a versatile mouse.

Good: Easy to install, inexpensive, no mouse pad required, multi-surface usage, fun and color and design choices, ambidextrous design, precise movements, long battery life.

Bad: Not comfortable for persons with large hands or extra long fingers, non-functional on glass or mirror surfaces.

Via : chipchick.com

Motorola Defy Rugged Android Smartphone Headed To T-Mobile

Some of our readers will remember the Motorola Defy, which is a rugged smartphone that runs Google’s Android OS, it looks like the Defy is headed to T-Mobile in the US.

There are no details as yet on how much the Motorola Defy will retail for on T-Mobile, but we do know that it will be available some time before Christmas this year.

The Motorola Defy is designed to be water resistant and dust proof, it features a 3.7 inch WVGA display, plus a five megapixel camera with an LED flash, and comes with Motorola’s MotoBlur UI.

The Motorola Defy will come with Android Android 2.1, a Swype keyboard, and an 800MHz processor. The 3.7 inch display is made from Gorilla Glass and has a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels.

As soon as we get some details on pricing and contracts we will let you guys know.

Via : geeky-gadgets.com

Motorola Defy with Android officially headed to T-Mobile USA

Motorola has just announced that the Moto Defy is coming to T-Mobile USA, so it’s not made for Europe only, as previously thought.

The Defy will be presented in the US later today during the 25th season premiere of “The Oprah Winfrey Show”.

It will be on sale at T-Mobile in time for the holiday season – probably at about the same time with the myTouch HD.

It’s not clear yet what version of Android the Motorola Defy will run at launch, but it’s either 2.1, or 2.2 Froyo. The handset is dust proof, scratch and water resistant, and features a 3.7 WVGA touchscreen display, MotoBlur, GPS, Wi-Fi, DLNA, CrystalTalk technology, and 5MP autofocus camera with Flash.

Via : unwiredview.com

Rugged Motorola DEFY to land at T-Mobile USA in time for the holidays

Motorola unveiled its special surprise for Oprah fans- it is the Motorola DEFY for T-Mobile USA. The press release is hitting the wires before the show and confirms that American manufacturer will launch the DEFY with MOTOBLUR in time for the holiday shopping season. This latest offering is a rugged Android handset that features a 3.7-inch WVGA (480 x 854 pixels) screen with Gorilla Glass for scratch-resistance, a 5-megapixel camera with flash, digital zoom, and auto focus, DLNA support, the suite of Google Android apps, and Android 2.1 with MOTOBLUR.

As a rugged handset, the DEFY is dust-proof, scratch-proof, impact-resistant, and water-resistant. 3G connectivity is a given but there is no word on whether it will follow in the footsteps of the G2 and offer T-Mobile-friendly HSPA+. One can always hope! The DEFY was previously announced for Europe with a Q4 launch date and the T-Mobile USA model will debut in that same timeframe. Unfortunately, T-Mobile USA and Motorola were not forthcoming and the precise launch date and the oh-so-important pricing is still unknown.

If you are interested in this rough and rugged handset for T-Mobile USA, Motorola has set up a promotional webpage where you can sign up for additional information as it is released. Anyone going to scoop up this rugged, good-looking Android offering when it arrives?

Via : intomobile

3DVIA unveils iPad 3D model viewer

The number of iPads in use around the country is growing all the time and will only continue to increase, as Apple is able to make more of the tablets. A number of the iPad tablets are ending up in the hands of professional users that have an entirely different set of needs than the consumer.

Recently we have seen some interesting professional apps coming to the iPad and one of the latest of these apps is the 3DVIA 3D model viewer for the iPad. The app is called 3DVIA Mobile HD for iPad and allows the user to view and interact with 3D models of all manner of items right on the iPad.

The idea is that users of most 3D modeling applications can connect to the 3DVIA website and upload their digital 3D models. Then the iPad user with the app installed can access the site and view the models uploaded. This is a good way for the engineer that has to go into the field to get access to the 3D model when in the field. The app is compatible with .dae, .3ds, .obj, .iges, .step, .kmz, .3DXML and other formats. The app is available now for $1.99 for a limited time and the normal price is $4.99.

Via : slashgear.com

HTC Desire software patch and white version on the way (plus silver Wildfire)

Okay, let’s all calm down about the upcoming HTC announcements on Wednesday. I’m sure you’ve heard enough about the event and you’ll get to find out exactly what latest handsets are getting spewed out into the market in two days.

And when they do get announced, they may not be getting released for months after they are announced, they’ll probably sell out, someone will say they’ve got an antenna problem or a bug and they’ll be super-expensive. What I’m trying to say is just because a new handset is on the horizon doesn’t mean we should rubbish its predecessor.

The HTC Desire is a fantastic handset and as it is on the verge of getting replaced it is becoming even more attractive. We told you recently that the price of a Desire on contract has dropped, with 3 pushing them out at a tiny £20 per month.

Now, rumour has it that a white version of Desire, is exclusively coming to The Carphone Warehouse in the UK before Christmas. It is also believed that a silver HTC Wildfire is also coming to the retailer at the same time.

A Carphone Warehouse rep said site that “This is something of a departure for the company – usually they just prepare an initial range of colours and that’s it.” They really are treating us.

There’s also something to stop current Desire users feeling neglected. The HTC support website has announced that an over-the-air software update is now available.

Via : gaj-it.com

HTC Desire White to arrive for Christmas?

It looks like we could be expecting a white Christmas this year. Reports state that a white version of the HTC Desire will be coming to the UK, and will be available before the end of the year.

Press images have appeared of the new handset too, so we can be pretty confident that this isn’t just rumour.

The white HTC Desire is set to out-do the black and brown versions of the handset, as it will come equipped with a Super LCD display. This is mainly due to a shortage of AMOLED displays, although the upgrade will provide you with a better visual experience, more natural colours and less drain on your battery. All other specifications will be the same, and it is though that the price will remain the same too.

It seems the race could now be on between Apple and HTC, with Apple still delaying the release of the white iPhone 4. Maybe this could be the handset to tempt Apple fans, so let’s see if they pick up the pace to stop them switching from iOS to Android.

Oh, and don’t forget, there’s also the HTC Desire HD to tempt you, which is expected to be announced by the manufacturer this week on September 15th.

The white HTC Desire is set to be exclusive to the Carphone Warehouse, although no official release date has yet been announced.

Via : dialtosave.co.uk

HTC Desire: Software patch available and white version to hit UK

While the world awaits HTC's grand unveiling and announcements on Wednesday (15 September) - most likely concerning the HTC Desire HD - pics and details have emerged on a white version of the normal Desire, which is exclusively coming to The Carphone Warehouse in the UK before Christmas.

The handset is identical to its brown and black brethren in all other ways except colour, but at least there's one mobile phone manufacturer that can guarantee a white version of a handset, without citing production difficulties.

It is also believed that a silver HTC Wildfire is also coming to the retailer at the same time.

Talking to androidcommunity.com, a Carphone Warehouse rep couldn't give a specific release date, but told the site that "this was something of a departure for the company – usually they just prepare an initial range of colors and that’s it".

Normal HTC Desire owners needn't feel left out though, the HTC support website has posted that an over-the-air software update is now available.

The company advises that you use a Wi-Fi connection to download it as it's a large file, and the company recommends that you back up all of your personal data first.

Via : pocket-lint.com

Microsoft's 1080p LifeCam Studio review

The 1080p webcam party is just getting started, Logitech kicking things off with the $99 C910 earlier this year, and now things are heating up with Microsoft making its appearance. Today the company is announcing the immediate availability of the $99 Lifecam Studio, an upgraded version of the LifeCam Cinema HD that's pushing more pixels and a few other nice features, like a threaded receiver for tripod use. Overkill, or is this the webcam you want?

Via : engadget.com

Contour announces 1080p ContourGPS helmetcam, lets friends locate your extreme exploits (video)

When it comes to the high-end helmetcam game, GoPro and Contour seem to have the market cornered. Contour was first to bring 1080p to your headgear of choice, and now it's the first to add GPS in to the mix. (GoBandit started talking about doing the same back in February, but we're still waiting on that to become a reality.) The $349 ContourGPS still offers the same video specs as the $279 ContourHD 1080p we reviewed this time last year, but now when sharing your videos you can also embed a real-time map view. Read on for more details, and a look at the UI.

Built on Google Maps, Contour will launch a ContourGPS community where users can upload videos. When embedded those videos will display the position, altitude, and speed next to the footage so that friends can find their way to the same bunny slope you were shredding with the nü metal backing track, or calculate just how long it took you to hit terminal velocity after taking that first big step out of a perfectly good airplane. GPS coordinates are captured at 1hz intervals -- too slow for perfectly accurate lap times at the track, but good enough for most outdoor pursuits.

Via : engadget.com

T-Mobile G2 gets $150 price tag at Radio Shack

You didn't rush out and grab that Best Buy pre-order while it was still hot and steaming, did you? Radio Shack's decided to step up its charm offensive with any potential G2 owners in the best way possible: by chopping $50 off the upfront price for the handset via an instant rebate. So, Amazon et al, care to outbid this daring ploy for affection with your own discounts?

Via : engadget.com, Buy @ RadioShack

Crapgadget: 'should you laugh or should you cry?' edition

A mouse in the shape of a gilded turtle? A human skull that doubles as an MP3 player? A USB-powered stapler that doubles as a USB hub? Those catastrophes, and many more, make up this week's edition of Crapgadget. Truth be told, we're actually kind of digging the stapler, but only due to our infatuation with Office Space and our boyhood dreams of seeing a sequel before we die. If none of those suit your fancy, though, there's also the retro camera keychain light, wine bottle USB speaker (an ultimate tailgate accessory, so we hear) and a light-up bunny which would quite literally be worthless if not for the cute factor. Take a peek down at each in the links below (if you dare), and then toss in your vote for worst of the worst. Seriously, do it -- it's a big deal.

Via : engadget.com, Buy @ gadget4all.com

T-Mobile G2 Android 2.2 Smartphone Pre-orders Begin Later This Month

Pre-orders to the T-Mobile G2 smartphone, the highly-anticipated successor to the T-Mobile G1 launched nearly two years ago, will kick off later this month. The G2 QWERTY slider is the first smartphone specifically designed for T-Mobile’s HSPA+ network.

The Android
2.2 G2, which comes thanks to the teamwork of T-Mobile, Google and HTC, will be coming with Qualcomm’s MSM7230 Snapdragon silicon optimized for T-Mobile’s network with an 800MHz CPU.

The G2 will provide customers with blazing fast access to websites, applications, videos and deliver downloads at 4G speeds.

The device comes equipped with a 3.7 inch capacitive touchscreen and a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash and autofocus.

It also features 4GB of internal memory and a pre-installed 8GB microSD card with support for up to 32GB. Other specs include a 3.5-mm headphone jack, Swype keyboard, 720p HD video capabilities, and Adobe’s FlashPlayer for supporting web browsing.

The T-Mobile G2 will be available in the US exclusively from T-Mobile. Other details, such as the availability and the cost of the G2, will be out in the coming days. Stay tuned for further updates.

Via : devicemag.com

Android Expected To Take Share From Every Major Mobile OS

Android clearly got analysts excited these days. Gartner now says that it will outgrow every other popular mobile OS and challenge Symbian for market leadership within 3 years.

Perhaps iOS just got old. Or we a realizing that Apple’s walled garden approach has its limits and it may not be the right way to conquer the world. Gartner analysts believe that Android will outgrow every other major mobile OS over the next few years and will be the first and only mobile OS in recent history that will be able to approach the volume of Symbian OS.

Android is estimated to be powering about 47.5 million devices this year and 91.9 million next year. If the numbers reflect reality, then Android will be overtaking Apple’s iOS as the world third most popular OS (41.5 million units) and RIM’s Blackberry OS this year as the world’s second most popular mobile OS (46.9 million units for 2010). Symbian will keep the clear lead this and next year with 107.7 million and 141.3 million units, respectively. By 2014, Android will ship in 259.3 million units per year and just be slightly behind Symbian with 264.4 million units, if Gartner is right.

While Symbian and Blackberry OS are already surrendering market share, iOS will peak in 2011, Gartner believes. Android’s growth will be too strong for iOS to keep the pace and decline in share from 17.1% in 2011 to 14.9% in 2014. In 2014, Android will hold 29.6%, Symbian 30.2% and Blackberry OS 11.7%.

According to Gartner, it may be a waste of time for Microsoft to enter mobile OS market.The market share may reach 5.2% next year, but decline thereafter. The research firm believes that it will fall behind Nokia’s/Intel’s MeeGo by 2014. PalmOS is not mentioned in the list of the five most popular mobile operating systems.

Given the changes we have seen in smartphone growth this year alone we believe that it is rather brave to predict market growth for those operating systems for four years. Who knows what will happen next year?

According to Strategy Analytics, a simple smartphone won’t be enough for you anymore, if you want to remain on the cutting edge of mobile phone. You will need a “superphone”, a device that is defined as a phone with a screen larger than 4” and a processor with a clock speed of more than 1 GHz.

Via : conceivablytech.com

Panasonic announces AF105 Micro Four Thirds camcorder, interchangeable lenses not included

The splicing of video and stills cameras continues unabated today, as Panasonic has just outed a serious-looking piece of photographic hardware. The AF105 (AF100 in Europe) is the world's first camcorder to offer a Four Thirds-sized sensor and provides 1080/60i or 1080/30p AVCHD video recording skills, while matching up to the growing selection of glassware for the company's Micro Four Thirds mount. SDHC and SDXC storage cards are accepted and there's a note that "cinema" lenses can also be fitted on via an extra adapter. The price is set at ¥837,900 (about $9,960) and launch is expected this December.

Via : Panasonic, engadget