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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Aakash Tablet
Aakash Tablet is the world’s cheapest tablet for Indian students. Ubislate7 launched by Datawind in India. The student version of tablet is named as Aakash tablet.

There are two versions of Aakash Tablet - Ubislate7 and Ubislate7+. The Ubislate7+ is an upgraded version of Aakash tablet.

Pre-booking of Aakash Ubislate7 tablet is closed now. It was featured with Arm11 – 366Mhz microprocessor, 2100 mAh battery, Android 2.2 OS and WiFi network. Aakash Ubislate7 was priced at Rs. 2500. The version of Aakash Tablet has been sold out.

Now, there are upgraded versions of Aakash Tablet. It is known as Ubislate7+. It is featured with Cortex A8 – 700 Mhz microprocessor, 3200 mAh battery, Android 2.3 OS and WiFi & GPRS (SIM & Phone functionality) network. Aakash Ubislate7+ Tablet is priced at Rs. 2999 in Indian market.

Aakash Ubislate7+ Tablet is available for pre-order. You may pre-order for the version visiting aakashtablet.com. It will be delivered in late January 2012.

Aakash Tablet Key Features:

  • Android 2.2 OS
  • Document Rendering
  • DOC, DOCX, PPT, PPTX, XLS, XLSX, ODT, ODP
  • PDF viewer, Text editor
  • Multimedia and Image Display
  • PNG, JPG, BMP and GIF Image Viewing Format
  • MP3, AAC, AC3, WAV, WMA Audio Format
  • MPEG2, MPEG4, AVI, FLV Video Format
  • Communication and Internet
  • xHTML 1.1 compliant, JavaScript 1.8 compliant browser
  • YouTube video
  • 256MB RAM / Storage (Internal): 2GB Flash
  • 2GB to 32GB Supported External
  • 2 Standard USB port
  • 7 display with 800x480 pixel resolution
  • USB port and Micro-SD might support memory up to 32 GB
  • Supports up to 150,000 apps

It is being assumed that Aakash Tablet will end the digital divide of poor and rich. Aakash Ubislate7+ Tablet is available everywhere and to everyone. Any person can by the next generation of Aakash Tablet. It is the most impressive gadget for Indian students to experience the technology world like Apple iPad 2.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Recently, Airtel revealed iPhone 4S prices for both – prepaid and postpaid. Details of post paid plans and pre-paid plans are announced through official website of Airtel.

Airtel iPhone 4S Prices:

Airtel iPhone 4S for 16GB:

Rs. 44, 500

Airtel iPhone 4S for 32GB:

Rs. 50, 900

Airtel iPhone 4S for 64GB:

Rs. 57, 500

I just went through Delhi and NCR regions to check the prices of Apple iPhone 4S with Airtel. Prices of prepaid and postpaid are same but schemes are different.

Offer duration is 24 months. Monthly charges start from 600 to 2000. Customers can get free data (3G) as per the recharge options.

All plans are mentioned monthly for the period of 24 months. Prepaid users would be charged by 50 paise local and STD calls and Rs. 1 for SMS (local/national) after the consumption of monthly offer.

If you don’t subscribe any data pack, standard browsing charges will be applicable – 3p for 30kb. If 3G data has not been launched in certain circle, customers will get 2G data plans.

On the taking of pre-paid plan, you need to recharge with minimum Rs. 600 amounts. You will get discount amount of Rs. 300 in your account within 3 or 4 days that could be used for voice, SMS or data. A customer can switch between higher or lower range of plans – postpaid or prepaid over the period of 24 months.

Airtel iPhone 4S pricing details for 16GB, 32GB and 64GB are updated at www.airtel.in in the special offers along with offer details. You have to just choose a plan to see the offer along with price details of iPhone 4S along with price details.

You can buy online iPhone 4S with Airtel clicking over ‘buy now’ option visiting official website. Apple iPhone 4S is not an affordable handset in Indian market. It is more impressive but costlier handset in Indian market. It is available in two colors – black and white.

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Apple iPhone 4S
Recently, Apple announced to launch a new series of iPhone 4 named iPhone 4S. It is an upgraded version of iPhone 4 with some new features. It is the latest touchscreen phone of Apple. Design of the model is almost same to its previous handset.

Apple iPhone 4S supports A5 chip. The chip has ability to support Dual core graphics. It is faster up to 7x than iPhone 4. iPhone 4S offers 8 hours of talk time on 3G network and 14 hours talk time on 2G talk.

The iPhone 4S contains two antenna to send and receive voice to make better call quality. iPhone 4S gives you an advantage to send mail in real time like a snail mail.

Apple iPhone 4S comes with 8 megapixel camera, iOS 5 and iCloud. iOS 5 is the most advanced and new mobile operating system of Apple. iCloud feature makes your restriction free and gives you access to open your content on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac or PC wirelessly.

There is another new and exciting feature named iMessage that allow iOS 5 users to send text massage to each other over Wi-Fi. There is “Siri” also which is known as an intelligent assistant.

Apple iPhone 4S has been designed with improved stainless steel. The phone is priced at $199 for 16GB, $299 for 32GB and $399 for 64GB.

Camera of iPhone 4S is fantastic which comes with 8MP, autofocus, face detection, LED flash and geotagging. It offers video recording in 1080P HD up to 30 frames per second with audio.

iPhone 4S contains 4.0 wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and digital compass. Apple iPhone 4S is likely to launch on November 24, 2011. Exact price of the model is yet to be confirmed in Indian market. It will be made available with Airtel, Aircel and Vodafone most probably in Indian market.

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Samsung Galaxy Tab 750
Recently, a very new Samsung Galaxy Tab 750 introduced in Indian market. It is a 10.1-inch multi-touch Android tablet. The Tab is known is Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 also. It is introduced just after Samsung Galaxy Tab (7-inch).

Samsung Galaxy Tab 750 is just like a mini-laptop. The Tablet has many new and exciting features for Indian customers.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 750 Key Features:

10.1-inch High Definition display

Thinnest and Lightest Large screen

Google Android Honeycomb OS (v3.1)

Customizable Home screen

Adobe Flash Player

3G Data connectivity (HSPA+) and Wi-Fi

Dual Camera

Quad band HSPA +21, Quad band EDGE/GPRS and Dual band Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz,5GHz) networks

Android v3.1 (Honeycomb) , multi-tasking OS

Gyroscope, accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Compass Sensors

1GHz Dual Core NVIDIA Tegra 2 Processor

3 mega-pixel AF camera with LED Flash in Back

HD video recording

2 Mega Pixel Camera in Front

.mpeg4, .xvid, .divX, .wmv, h.264, h.263, VP8 video format

MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA audio format

3.5mm headphone Jack

Apps download from Android Market

Google Talk Video Chat, Google Maps from Google Mobile Services

3G HSPA+, up to 21 Mbit/s

Bluetooth v3.0

USB 2.0

WiFi 802.11

Wi-Fi Direct

Assisted GPS

PPT, Word, Excel

1GB RAM

16/32/64 GB Storage

7000mAh Battery

Samsung Galaxy Tab 750 is the most appreciating tab in Indian market after Apple tablet and Apple iPad 2. It has been designed to grab high class society of India. The tab is not affordable for common users. Price of the tablet is really very costly. So, it can reach only to high class society in Indian market. Customers can experience gaming, movies, music, video and other latest technology in a very new sense on the tab. It is dynamic as well as fantastic in design. The gadget is as beautiful as impressive. It can be the best choice as a tablet in Indian market.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

HTC EVO 3D Mobile Phone
Recently, HTC announced the launch of a new handset – EVO 3D. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 processor. HTC EVO 3D mobile phone is priced at Rs. 35990 in Indian market.

HTC EVO 3D comes with the mobile multimedia experience. It has ability to capture and view in 3D through a brilliant high-definition display. It shares at fast speeds also offering the ultimate glasses-free 3D experience to the consumers.

HTC EVO 3D mobile phone is been built with the Gingerbread (2.3) version of Android. It is the first QHD 3D 4.3-inch display handset of HTC with a powerful Snapdragon S3 processor.

HTC EVO 3D mobile is featured with 5 mega pixel dual cameras. The phone can be used to capture both high-quality conventional and stunning 3D images and videos.

HTC EVO 3D is equipped with the latest version of the acclaimed HTC Sense experience also. You can share high-quality video to YouTube or Facebook also. The phone is integrated with DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance). DLNA is a new technology to share stored music, pictures and user-generated HD video wirelessly with other DLNA-certified home electronics, including HDTVs, monitors, digital cameras, printers and more easily.

HTC EVO 3D Key Features:

1.2 GHz, dual core CPU

1 GB internal storage

1 GB RAM

microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)

3.5 mm stereo audio jack

Gyro sensor

G-Sensor

Digital compass

1730 mAh battery

3G

GPRS

EDGE

WIFI
Android™ with HTC Sense™ OS

Dual 5 megapixel color camera

Bluetooth

Social Networking

HTC EVO 3D mobile phone is able to capture photos and videos in 3D. The dazzling 4.3-inch qHD display gives an incredible web and video experiences. HTC EVO 3D is the most impressive handset but not affordable for Indian consumers. The phone is as costly as iPhone 4 in Indian market.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Apple iCloud
Recently, Apple introduced iCloud, a new application for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, or PC. It is a set of free new cloud services which automatically and wirelessly store content and push it to all devices.

It includes new versions of Contact, Calendar, and Mail. The service is compatible with iCloud Backup and Storage. There are Photo Stream and iTunes in the Cloud with iCloud services.

Apple iCloud is available at just $24.99 for a year. iTunes Match will allow you to get some benefits of iTunes in the Cloud. Apple iCloud will be available with iOS 5. A free version of iTunes in the Cloud is available in US. You can use the free version through iTunes 10.3 and iOS 4.3.3.

Apple iCloud is seamlessly integrated into your apps. So, all any content can be accessed on all devices. It stores content and wirelessly pushes to all devices.

The most extensive software, iOS 5 for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch is introduced with Apple iCloud application.

iCloud is an application which stores music, photos, apps, calendars, documents and more. The device gives you a chance to manage your content very easily.

Apple iCloud is much more than a hard drive. It provides an effortless way to access just about everything on all your devices.

If you use iCloud, you need not require syncing and management. You get automatically 5GB of free storage when you sign up for iCloud. You can store music, apps, and books.

Apple iCloud keeps all info up to date, everywhere you need it. It is just like a back-up. You can automatically download new photos to all your devices through iClud application.

Apple iCloud is the best application to make your life extensive, easier and effortless. You can get it this fall. It is most important like Apple iWork.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Apple iWork
Apple announced the launch of iWork for iPhone and iPod Touch subscribers on 31st May, 2011. It was created for the Mac. It is redesigned for iOS and the Multi-Touch interface, keynote, pages and numbers are offered with it. It allows you to create and share stunning presentation, beautifully formatted documents and powerful spreadsheets on the go.

iWork application is available on the App Store for $9.99 each to new users. It is free for existing iWork for iPad customers.

Apple iWork is featured with “Pages ‘09”. It comes with advanced tools for writing and easy page layout. It looks much beautiful than words.

“Numbers ‘09” of iWork App helps you to get more from your data with easy-to-create formulas. It is available at one-click charts and table categories.

“Keynote ‘09” of Apple iWork application is able to create new cinematic animations, transitions, and effects in keynote.

iWork is compatible with open, save, and email Microsoft office files. It shares your works on the web also.

Trial version of iWork for Mac is free for 30 days. It is compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. All work together beautifully. So, you can carry your documents, spreadsheets, and presentations go wherever you go.

Apple iWork runs on Mac OS X v10.6.6 or later. It is compatible with iOS also with iPhone 3GS,
iPhone 4, iPod touch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad, and iPad 2.

You can buy iWork in Mac Box set and can save 40%. The Box is featured with Get iLife, Snow Leopard, and iWork all in one box.

There are many beautiful templates also. You can choose these to make resumes, school reports, flyers and invitation.

Apple iWork is as useful as Apple Ping. It makes your professional life more smother than ever. You can carry your note and official work on the go with iWork app.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

White iPhone 4
On 27th April, Apple had announced to launch White iPhone 4 today on 28th April, 2011. It is available now from the Apple Online Store and at Apple Retail Store, AT & T and Verizon Wireless stores. White Apple iPhone 4 will be available at selected authorized resellers also.

Currently, White iPhone 4 will be available in Austria, Australia, Belgium, Britain, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Macau, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States.

We already know that iPhone 4 is the most innovative and amazing phone of Apple. It is featured with Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR wireless technology, Retina display, 3.5-inch (diagonal) widescreen Multi-Touch display, Wi-Fi, Digital compass, Assisted GPS, Cellular, Video recording, 5-megapixel still camera, LED flash, Photo and video geotagging, 3G network, and USB 2.0 port.

The phone has 16GB and 32GB flash drive. FaceTime, two cameras, two views, retina display, multitasking, HD video recording and editing and 5-megapixel camera with LED flash make the phone more incredible.

Apple already had announced about iPhone 4 colours at the time of launch. After having launched black version of iPhone 4 successfully, now white version of iPhone 4 is up. Apple iPod 2 has already taken the position in the store. Now, it is time of White Apple iPhone 4.

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Apple iPad 2
Apple iPad 2 announced for March 2 and finally it launched. The iPad 2 would be available in the U.S. from March 11. It would be available in 26 more overseas countries from March 25.

New Apple iPad 2 is thinner than iPhone 4. It is one-third thinner than the first-generation model. It is just 8.8mm thin. It weight is just 1.3 pounds which is lighter than the previous 1.5 pounds.

Apple iPad 2 is featured with rear and front facing cameras for recording video, taking photos, and FaceTime video chat. A5 dual-core processor makes it up to 9 times faster for graphics processing.

The new iPad 2 will be available in two colour variants – Black and White at both AT&T and Verizon 3G networks. Magnetic "smart cover” covers the front of the device. It automatically locks the device while taking it off will unlock it. Mirrored HDMI video out to HDTVs for 1080p high-definition output is another new accessory cable with Apple iPad 2. The cable is priced at $39 which allows users to charge their iPad while using the video out feature.

Customers will be charged $39 for polyurethane version of case by Apple and a leather version for $69 for iPad 2.

Apple iPad 2 Features:

Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + 3G Models

241.2 mm height

185.7 mm width

8.8 mm depth

1.33 pounds weights

16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage capacity

Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology

9.7-inch display

1GHz dual-core Apple A5 custom-designed Chip

Video recording, HD (720p) up to 30 frames per second with audio with back camera and still camera with 5x digital zoom

Video recording, VGA up to 30 frames per second with audio with front camera and VGA-quality still camera

Photo and video geotagging over Wi-Fi

30-pin dock connector port

3.5-mm stereo headphone minijack

Microphone

Built-in speaker

Three-axis gyro

Digital compass

Apple iPad 2 is featured with many more other features also. It got 10 hours of battery life and over a month of standby. It is also available at the same starting price of $499 for the entry-level 16GB Wi-Fi-only model. You can shop iPad 2 online or visiting a store also at: http://www.apple.com/ipad/.

Friday, February 25, 2011

Apple iPad 2 Event
Once again, Apple is back with its incredible product in new version. It would be iPad 2. It is announced for March 2. So, the event will be celebrated by Apple on March 2. Till now, it is kept secret. The event will be organized at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco.

The rumor is confirmed by an image which is sent by Apple. It was an iOS calendar iCon with the date March 2. In the background of the image, we watched the iPad.

From the earlier of the week, there was a rumor that Apple will host a media event but now it is confirmed. It is expected that Apple will show off a new iPad with faster hardware and a FaceTime camera.

According to an authorized source, Apple iPad 2 gadget is ready to hit the market in March with 5 million units and in April with 3 to 4 million units.

It is also expected that the Apple iPad 2 will be featured with an upgraded display with improved anti-reflection capabilities. It is also expected that new version of iPad will be thinner and lighter with more RAM, a faster CPU, and improved graphics processing capabilities.

Many news portals expect that iPad 2 will be featured with 3G functionalities also. It would be launched for both - GSM and CDMA. And perhaps it would support both technologies in one.

There is a speculation for an extra port also on the side of the device. It is speculated for a Mini DisplayPort adapter. It could be possible for data connections as well as video output also.

Apple has already created a big record selling 15 million iPad by the end of 2010. With the iPad 2 announcement, a rumor has started for Apple iPad 3 also.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Cleartrip.com Travel Mobile Application
Recently, Cleartrip.com introduced the first comprehensive travel mobile application for the use on mobile phones. Now, travelers can book trains and flights, check PNR status and trip details on their mobile phones.

Cleartrip.com for iPhone and Android:

Android 2.0 + and iPhone 3.1.2 + handsets support Flight bookings, Train bookings, Trip info, Express Checkout and Destination Guides.

Cleartrip.com for Blackberry, Nokia and Others:

Blackberry, Nokia and other handsets support Flight bookings, Train bookings and Trip info only. So, people with iPhone and Android can get more knowledge about their journey and traveling with Cleartrip.com travel mobile application.

Cleartrip.com travel mobile application is very smooth and well-optimized on the mobile phones. There is no need to download or install any applications. You need not to send an SMS also to access the application.

Cleartrip travel mobile application can be access with any Internet-connected mobile device. You just have to visit www.cleartrip.com from your Internet-connected mobile handsets.

Cleartrip mobile application features have been designed very beautifully with fewer fields to fill out. It provides the best user interface. The mobile payment option is strongly secured by Cleartrip. The application supports HTML 5 which is powerful and faster.

Cleartrip mobile travel application is highly optimized and simplified for the mobile devices. It gives the best interface on the simple handsets also. The application is compared with NDTV iPhone application.

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