White iPhone 4 to enter in the market

Here's the good news for iPhone lovers. Seems like the white iPhone 4 will arrive in the market in the near future. As a matter of fact, the image of the handset was spotted at the web site of Best Buy. The image was spotted by MacRumours.

It reveals two models that came with 16 GB as well as 32GB of storage. The white iPhone is expected to land on Sunday 27th February, 2011. Similar leak is offered by Vodafone Germany that reveals the iPhone 4 White can be on track for an imminent release. It was last speculated that the handset was headed towards Sprint 2011.

Due to numerous obstacles Apple had to postpone the release of the white handset. Still it is widely considered that the delay of the handset is due to color matching issues. As a matter of fact, Foxconn is trying to match white color of the handset’s home button to the bright white of its front plate.

It is still unknown whether the handset is available in the market by the end of February, but still let’s wait and hope that soon we will be able to see the white iPhone 4.

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India Launches Full Nationwide Mobile Number Portability

Mobile Number Portability (MNP) has finally, after many delays, been launched across India today. The launch of the nationwide service was staged by Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh making an inaugural call to Shri Kapil Sibal, the Union Minister of Communications & IT from a ported number.

Mobile Number Portability (MNP) Service will allow subscribers to retain their existing Mobile Telephone Number even when they switch from one access service provider to another irrespective of mobile technology or from one technology to another technology of the same or any other access service provider within the same service area.

TRAI has put a ceiling of Rs. 19/- on porting charges which the new service provider may collect from the subscriber. Post-paid subscribers before making the porting request, have to make sure that their last bill has been paid failing which the request for change to a new service provider shall be rejected. In the case of pre-paid subscriber any balance amount left will not be carried forward when the number is transferred to the new service provider.

Microsoft files to patent virtual page turning

Microsoft has filed for a patent to cover something that Apple’s iBook application does very well–simulating the turning page of a book while reading. According to a TechCrunch article, Microsoft filed the patent application back in 2009 when it was looking at offering a tablet like the iPad called the Courier. It seems Microsoft had a similar thought for the Courier as Apple did with the iPad when it came to using the tablet for reading ebooks. An excerpt from the patent application states:

One or more pages are displayed on a touch display. A page-turning gesture directed to a displayed page is recognized. Responsive to such recognition, a virtual page turn is displayed on the touch display. The virtual page turn actively follows the page-turning gesture. The virtual page turn curls a lifted portion of the page to progressively reveal a back side of the page while progressively revealing a front side of a subsequent page. A lifted portion of the page is given an increased transparency that allows the back side of the page to be viewed through the front side of the page. A page-flipping gesture quickly flips two or more pages.

Now to be clear, Microsoft hasn’t been awarded a chance of getting patent yet and as the article alludes the chances of them patent for simulating the turning of a page virtually may be pretty slim. After all, one would think you can’t patent the animation of a physical action. If so, Disney and Hanna-Barbera are sunk.

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Google and Partners Seek TV Foothold

Google and Intel have teamed with Sony to develop a platform called Google TV to bring the Web into the living room through a new generation of televisions and set-top boxes.

The move is an effort by Google and Intel to extend their dominance of computing to television, an arena where they have little sway. For Sony, which has struggled to retain a pricing and technological advantage in the competitive TV hardware market, the partnership is an effort to get a leg up on competitors.

The partners envision technology that will make it as easy for TV users to navigate Web applications, like the Twitter social network and the Picasa photo site, as it is to change the channel.

Some existing televisions and set-top boxes offer access to Web content, but the choice of sites is limited. Google intends to open its TV platform, which is based on its Android operating system for smartphones, to software developers. The company hopes the move will spur the same outpouring of creativity that consumers have seen in applications for cellphones.

Google is expected to deliver a toolkit to outside programmers within the next couple of months, and products based on the software could appear as soon as this summer.

The three companies have tapped Logitech, which specializes in remote controls and computer speakers, for peripheral devices, including a remote with a tiny keyboard.

The project, which has been under way for several months, was described by people with knowledge of it. They requested anonymity because the partners were not allowed to speak publicly at this point, and details remained under negotiation.

Spokesmen for Google, Intel and Logitech declined to comment. A Sony spokesman said he was not familiar with the project. The companies appear to be hiring for Android-related jobs. Intel, for example, has listed jobs for senior application engineers with Android programming experience who can help extend Intel’s technology “from PC screen to mobile screen and TV screen.” Logitech also has several job listings for Android developers, including a position for an “embedded software engineer” with experience building “audio and video products based on the Android platform.”

Jacob Hsu, chief executive of Symbio, a contract engineering firm that does work for consumer electronics companies, said there was rising interest in set-top box technology among the traditional computing players. “The boxes are just getting more and more powerful, so there’s more you can do with them,” he said.

For Google, the project is a pre-emptive move to get a foothold in the living room as more consumers start exploring ways to bring Web content to their television sets. Google wants to aggressively ensure that its services, in particular its search and advertising systems, play a central role.

“Google wants to be everywhere the Internet is so they can put ads there,” said one of the people with knowledge of the project.

Based on Google’s Android operating system, the TV technology runs on Intel’s Atom chips.

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Just Mobile designs new accessories for iPhone, iPod, smartphones

Just Mobile has on offer the Lounge, Gum Plus and Xtand Go for iPhones, iPods, smartphones and similar mobile devices.


The Lounge is a stand for securing the iPhone 3GS/3G to dashboards or desktops. It permits access to the side controls and dock connector of the device while enabling owners to use it as a GPS tool for hands-free viewing of videos or driving directions. The Gum Plus is a compact back-up battery that works with iPhones, iPods, smartphones as also other USB powered devices.

The Xtand Go functions in a similar manner to that of the Lounge. This mobile holder is crafted for securing iPhones, smartphones and GPS devices to car windshields or dashboards. Its lightweight rear holder and folding arm allows users to rotate attached devices vertically or horizontally.

MyGearStore.com is selling the Lounge, Gum Plus and Xtand Go for $49.99 (approx. Rs.2,272), $69.99 (approx. Rs.3,181) and $39.99 (approx. Rs.1,817).

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Apple's finally unveiled the iPad!

Apple's finally unveiled the iPad. It's a half-inch thick and weighs just 1.5 pounds, with a 9.7-inch capacitive touchscreen IPS LCD display, and it's running a custom 1GHz Apple "A4" chip developed by the P.A. Semi team, with a 10-hour battery life and a month of standby. It'll come in 16, 32, and 64GB sizes, and it's got the expected connectivity: very little.
There's a 30-pin Dock connector, a speaker, a microphone, Bluetooth, 802.11n WiFi and optional 3G, as well as an accelerometer and a compass. There's also a keyboard dock, which connects underneath in the portrait orientation, support for up to 1024x768 VGA out and 480p composite out through new dock adapter cables, and a camera attachment kit that lets you import photos from your camera over USB or directly through an SD reader.


The device is managed by iTunes, just like the iPhone -- you sync everything over to your Mac. As expected, it can run iPhone apps -- either pixel-for-pixel in a window, or pixel-doubled fullscreen -- but developers can also target the new screen size using the updated iPhone OS SDK, which is available today.

The 3G version runs on AT&T and comes with new data plans: 250MB for $14.99 and an unlimited plan for $29.99 a month contract-free. Activations are handled on the iPad, so you can activate and cancel whenever you want. Every iPad is unlocked and comes with a GSM "micro-SIM," so you can use it abroad, but there aren't any international deals in place right now.

It starts at $499 for 16GB, 32GB for $599, and $699 64GB. Adding 3G costs a $130 per model, so the most expensive model (64GB / 3G) is $829. The WiFi-only model will ship in 60 days, and the 3G models will come in 90.

The screen is gorgeous, tilting is responsive, and the thing is super thin. Still, if you've used the iPhone before -- and you can see the two devices side-by-side here -- there's not a lot of surprises here so far. Here are some initial thoughts on the iPad like it's not light. It feels pretty weighty in your hand. The screen is stunning, and it's 1024 x 768. Feels just like a huge iPhone in your hands and many more but now after Apple's finally unveiled the iPad the thoughts has changed.

Mobile wireless router for 3G access: Vodafone MiFi 2352

Vodafone is launching and promoting some interesting products in the field of Internet access through a 3G connection. One of those marketed products is the new MiFi 2352 (an intelligent Mobile Hotspot for European HSPA Networks). So, this is now an additional option Vodafone users can pick if they need an Internet 3G connection.

The MiFi 2352 is a small device (it weighs hardly 100 grams) that can works as WiFi router as well as 3G modem to access Internet through mobile networks by using a computer or even any device with Internet connection like a smartphone, a video game console, a media player, etc.

It can be configured to operate in two different modes:

1. To work as a WiFi router: This MiFi is able to act as a conventional WiFi router (just like those used in many residential and corporate environments). In this case, the 3G data connection can be shared with up to five computers or other devices.

2. To work as a USB modem: It also works as a conventional 3G USB modem. So, you can connect it to a USB port of your computer in order to have Internet access wherever you want. Of course, you need an adequate mobile Internet plan, and in this case, only your computer will have Internet access through the MiFi.

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Mobile GPS software: Nokia launches a free navigation service

In these days, it doesn’t matter if you don’t have a good sense of orientation when you are driving. It is enough if you have one of those devices known as satellite navigators at hand. But those gadgets are not cheap at all. Currently, the most inexpensive satellite navigator costs about $100, and the most sophisticated one costs about $400. Besides, if you need additional services such as traffic reports or suggestions about how to avoid traffic congestion, then you have to pay a monthly subscription.

However, all of this might change soon. Satellite navigation is moving more toward the mobile phones market. And now, Nokia has launched a free satnav service, which is called OVI Maps. This service does not even require an Internet connection in order to operate.

In sharp contrast with other similar services, the OVI Maps users won’t have to update the maps themselves or download several updates from Internet. Instead, Nokia stores those maps directly (and automatically) on mobile phones.

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Did you know the World's First Transparent Mobile

LG's has some really funky technology to showcase. LG has something that we weren’t expecting – the world’s first transparent design phone, the LG-GD900. This phone is highly stylish phones.

The LG-GD900 is expected to make a new fashion statement and it can. When opened, its sliding, translucent keypad illuminates a cool glow that reflects the phone’s sleek and polished silver body.

It also tries to live up to the highest level of technical features expected in a premium caliber handset, including its dedicated Bluetooth headset. The specs have not however, been released just yet.

Yes, Levi's is also in mobile market

We all know that Levi's is a brand known for jeans and finest apparels. Now, it also entered in the mobile market. LevisPremier jeans maker Levis has also got a stake in the mobile game with help from ModeLabs. Their offering to mobiledom is an 11mm thin handset that is quite well-equipped.

The handset even comes with a clip and chain for securing it to a belt loop. Believe it or not!!

The feature of the handset excellent. They offers Bluetooth with an A2DP profile, USB connectivity, a media player, FM radio and microSD card support. It also has a 2MP camera with a flash. For net connectivity it supports just WAP and also has a built in modem. The Levi's mobile comes equipped with a 1.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 220 x 176 pixels and 262K colors.

And its weighs just 98 grams. I have heard this..Did you?

Game Boy Advance USB Drive

The old Game Boy Advance cartridges don’t get used as much as before. Now they find themselves in the backs of closets practically forgotten. Well thankfully one person is giving those old cartridges some use once again. Instead of jamming them into your Game Boy, you’ll be plugging these into the USB port of your computer. Then while it’s not in use it can just hang from your keychain thanks to the built-in keychain ring.

As of now you can find these in 3 different versions. There’s the Mario Vs. Donkey Kong, Super Mario Advance and Metroid Fusion. All except for Super Mario come with 4GB of built-in memory. However, Super Mario actually has 8GB. For those worried about the brand name of their memory, these were created using Kingston memory. The 4GB drives can be purchased for $39.99 through Etsy, whereas the 8GB is priced at $49.99.

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Onida Dual Sim mobile F910 Review

Onida is a well known company for its Home Appliances Services and now Onida Mobile Services has also taking its place in the market. Onida Services manufactures so many consumer goods products like Onida MP3 is available, you can charge your phone using USB port while using Laptop or Computers. Isn't it a great advantage?? I just like it.

Some of the features in the Onida Dual Sim mobile F910 besides 2 Webcam
• Email
• Instant Messaging
• Call records
• Java MIDP 2.0
• Talking time - 3 hours

The keypad is also very nice and you can type really very fast, it is very responsive and neatly build too. I think Onida Services is now increasing day by day and trying to indulge not only in the electronic products but also in the Onida Mobile Services.

The only thing they have to take care before another step is to have a nice customer support then people will not have any problem using this Onida Services. I think, Onida Dual Sim mobile F910 is a perfect phone to gift someone very special who are looking for Dual SIM with good sound quality and camera too.

Nokia E72 full QWERTY handset launched in India

Nokia unfurled the newest Eseries offering crafted for business and personal messaging, the Nokia E72. Delving to offer desktop-like, mobile email experience, this full QWERTY smartphone promises to serve as an ideal device for elevating productivity in both professional and personal lives.

The Nokia E72 features push consumer email service, Nokia Messaging and onboard clients for Mail for Exchange and IBM Lotus Notes Traveler. To further enhance the mobile email experience, it allows effortless access to Yahoo! Mail, Gmail, Windows Live Hotmail, Ovi Mail and other email service providers through an on-device email setup.

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HTC mobile plans in India

These days HTC mobile has become one of the favourite brand in the global market because of its innovative features and good quality product which is very important for any product to exist. This HTC mobile is a Taiwan based company now in India. They not only manufacture HTC mobile but also it is growing fast in India.

From last many months, HTC Mobile has been steadily capturing market and becoming a twinkle star to all. This HTC Mobile is not only liked by teenagers but technology professionals are also using it. Recently, one of my friends has bought the HTC Hero Black Mobile. The performance of the mobile is really great. I accompanied him while buying HTC Hero Black Mobile handset. I saw many other HTC Mobiles in the HTC mobile and other showrooms. Well, HTC Hero is a GSM phone with great list of features and the price is optimal and it is a great buy. This HTC Hero has an internal GPS antenna with Bluetooth connectivity with EDR and A2DP for wireless stereo headsets. Also, you could get Wifi connectivity, 11 pin mini USB and audio jack in one, and 3.5 mm audio jack which is great. The HTC Hero has a brilliant ROM memory of 512 MB and a typical RAM memory of 288 MB.

HTC mobile India has a partnership with companies like Reliance, Microsoft, Intel, Orange, Vodafone, Airtel, Tata-NTT DOCOMO which is now available in India too. The good news is that HTC has introduced the HTC Hero handset in India which is at great demand in the market now and Airtel has partnership with HTC Hero in India too.

In this HTC Mobile Plan, the most important features are Internet, Games and Java enabled which makes this HTC Mobile in India a special one. You can buy HTC mobile in various outlets of HotSpot, Mobile Stores. They offer a big discounts too. The service is available in all over India.

The Market Price of HTC Touch in India is Rs. 31,990 but in Maharashtra it is Rs. 34,600 because the VAT rates (12.5 percent) is higher.

In this HTC mobile plans, Airtel offers a pack of Airtel apps like Portfolio Manager, Hello Tune Manager, Weather Channel, Mobshare, In-Mobile search and City Search. The HTC Mobile Plans is amazing. The Smart Phone is very stylish and look so beautiful.

There is one more HTC Mobile in India i.e. HTC P3650 Touch Cruise whose features include:

• Supports 3G/GSDPA
• Wireless connectivity
• Standard 2.8" TFT touch screen QVGA display
• Runs on windows Mobile 6 operating system
• Processor - 400 MHz Qualcomm
• Integrated 256 MB ROM
• 128 MB RAM
• Expandable memory

RIM unveils BlackBerry Curve 8520 available in India

The BlackBerry Curve 8520 now out in the market and can be purchased from anywhere in Airtel outlet in India.

Now, consumers have two options when purchasing the new BlackBerry Curve 8520. One can buy it for Rs.15,990/- then relax and wait until it would be delivered or one could deal with traffic and human contact when buying it from other website online. Either way, you end up having an entry level BlackBerry handset.

Airtel is always in forefront as a partner for launching new technologies and mobile devices in India .They recently covered the launch of first Android powered HTC magic from Airtel . Now Airtel and RIM Canada have came with Blackberry Curve 8520 in India .The major attraction of Blackberry Curve 8520 is that its price is lesser than other Blackberry models. This middle placed Blackberry device has a combination of Blackberry business features and multimedia facilities . Blackberry Curve 8520 is well suited for young office going professionals and students . Blackberry Curve 8520 specifications includes 2 mega pixel camera ,wide screen display, QWERTY keypad and the renowned Blackberry internet services. Blackberry Curve 8520 will also be able to sync with Apple machines after the launch of the software that is expected to be announced soon.

The pricing of Blackberry Curve 8520 is yet another move from RIM for a mind transformation of people from thinking Blackberry as only a Business phone .The BlackBerry storm was a good multimedia phone .But the pricing and some interface and WiFi connectivity issues limited itself only to the top class customers .Blackberry Curve 8520 is suitable for everyone who is looking for an avarage smartphone with internet and office productivity .

Blackberry Curve 8520 specifications :

Blackberry Curve 8520 comes with a 2.64 inch 320×240 pixel screen displays over 65,000 colors . BlackBerry OS, 2.0MP Digital Camera with video Camera Capabilities, 256MB Flash Memory, Wi-Fi,Bluetooth with A2DP, Blackberry email and instant messaging, Multimedia Player, Wireless Email, Organizer, Excellent full function web browser, SMS/MMS
Offers 4.5 hours regular talk time and 17 days standby time, Media player and Radio
Access to Blackberry app world and social networking websites .

Blackberry Curve 8520 Airtel Tariff :

Being a Business phone , Blackberry Curve 8520 needs an internet connection for accessing mail,media, instant messaging and other Blackberry corporate services .Airtel has announced a prepaid tariff plans for Blackberry services .

Data usage Validity
BlackBerry Rs. 299 tariff plan
(BlackBerry Personal Mail) Unlimited 30 days

BlackBerry Rs. 899 tariff plan
(BlackBerry Internet Services) Unlimited 30 days

In the first plan internet is limited to mail, search and some other websites .For full Blackberry Curve 8520 internet experience, you would need to to choose the second prepaid plan from Airtel .

Also Read: New services Schemes for Blackberry

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Apple iPod Shuffle in five new colors

Apple introduced some new digital audio players today, first up is the announcement that the iPod shuffle is now available in five colors. The 2GB model is priced at $59 while the 4GB model costs $79. Additionally, a special edition polished stainless steel model is available in a 4GB model for $99.

These are the cheapest units in Apple's iPod lineup, but if you don't want too spend too much money it's probably a better idea to take a look at what other manufacturers have to offer because the shuffle is an overpriced unit with quite limited features.

iPod shuffle’s intuitive controls are conveniently located on the headphone cord, letting you navigate and enjoy music without even looking. With the press of a button, you can play, pause, adjust volume and switch playlists, plus the VoiceOver feature lets iPod shuffle speak song titles, artists and playlist names.

The iPod shuffle is available worldwide today in a new 2GB model for just $59 and a 4GB model for $79, and both models come in silver, black, pink, blue and green.

Samsung M1 with Nvidia processor revealed

Samsung has now released the M1 portable media player, reports Ubergizmo. The YP-M1 PMP was released last month in 8Gb, 16GB and 32GB models. The latest M1 looks pretty similar to the YP-M1 and is powered by Nvidia’s Tegra processor.

The M1 is the latest portable player from Samsung. This player is powered by Nvidia Tegra, an ultra low-power high definition mobile processor. This processor promises to deliver a brilliant visual experience virtually anywhere.

It’s as large as Zune HD screen size, and the screen is probably better in technology perspective.

No news on the availability and pricing.

Imation 32GB Nano Pro flash drive launched in India

The company’s Nano Pro flash drive lineup now upgrades up to 32GB memory capacity. Those looking for larger storage capacity packaged in a small, sleek device, here’s a new creation from Imation.

Imation 32GB Nano Pro Flash Drive is the smallest of the Imation USB drive family and combines a professional design with the performance and storage capacity needed to easily manage and transfer digital files. The miniscule drive is a fusion of a professional design along with performance and storage capacity, required for easier digital file transfers.

Nano Pro Drive’s compact, lightweight and cap-less design allows it to easily slip into the pocket, onto a keychain or even the mobile phone enabling transporting and sharing everyday files extremely easy. It features an all-in-one swivel cap design that protects the drive and makes lost caps a thing of the past. The patented "never-lose" swivel cap, not only never gets lost, but protects the drive too such that the user is assured of complete safety.

Imation Nano Pro Flash Drive is available at Imation India’s authorized channel partners across the country. It is priced as follows: 2GB - Rs. 650, 4GB - Rs. 850, 8GB - Rs.1250, 16 GB - Rs. 2250 and 32GB - Rs. 4500

Sony Ericsson 5MP C903 Cyber-shot phone unveiled in India

Sony Ericsson has unveiled its new C903 Cyber-shot handset in India. This phone has been specifically designed for all those social butterflies who love to stay connected with their loved ones. Apart from this, the handset also boasts of its 5 megapixel Cyber-shot camera. Lately Sony Ericsson had made public its Xperia X2.

The C903 promises to keep users connected to their loved ones with the help of a standby Facebook application. This Facebook application allows users to update their status, pictures as well as receive updates about the status of their friends. The handset allows users to upload video and images to social networking sites like YouTube.

The phone is priced at Rs. 18850.

Sony Ericsson unfurls Xperia X2

Bringing to users the best in class email and multimedia experience is the latest creation from Sony Ericsson, the Xperia X2. With prime importance given to all day and night communication, this latest Windows Mobile 6.5 phone effortlessly synchronizes the user’s mail and calendar and lets user open/edit Microsoft Office Mobile documents.

Gain access to the most frequently used phone activities with the unique SlideView feature incorporated in the Xperia X2. The SlideView offers an overview of the missed calls, e-mails, text messages and so on.

The Xperia X2 does not create boundaries by providing- 14 preloaded panels along with 16 more that can be downloaded.