Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Travel with Cydle P29A

Do you do plenty of traveling throughout the year? If the answer is in the affirmative, then you might want to consider getting the new Cydle P29A as your faithful mobile sidekick. Meant to kickstart the budding mobile TV revolution, the Cydle P29A will be introduced formally to public eyes at CES 2010 which is happening next week. Just in case you have not heard about Cydle, they are an emerging leader in car-based multimedia systems and is also one of South Korea’s biggest consumer electronics companies. This multi-functional device boasts a multimedia player and subscription-free Mobile TV to keep you entertained on the road, where we will take a closer look at it in the extended post.
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Garmin revealed Oregon 450t and 450 touchscreen

Garmin, an old name when it comes to navigational devices, are back in the market with a couple of new devices – the Garmin Oregon 450t and 450 touchscreen. Both models will target the outdoor enthusiast, as they boast compatibility with the entire online community at Garmin Connect while supporting Garmin’s free Custom Maps utility that is useful for transferring paper or digital maps onto your compatible handheld. Sounds pretty neat, eh? With both models supporting touchscreen technology, you are able to navigate through a glove-friendly touchscreen interface. Don’t fret about keeping this safe and sound by being extra careful with it when outdoors – instead, Garmin won’t mind if you threw caution to the wind since the touchscreen display was built to be resistant to the rigors of nature, despite boasting 3″ of full color that can be read under most conditions with ease.
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Help center makes easier by Facebook

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Facebook has redesigned the user interface for its Help center. The newly revamped user interface for the help center makes it easy to access, navigate and improves the overall user experience. Things worth noting are the addition of a new search results page, unique URLs for help topics and an improved left-side navigation box with the addition of new filters to make your help center experience a pleasant one.

Hats off to webOS :Need for Speed Underground sprints on Palm Pre

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webOS 1.3.5 has just arrived and already it has started to spread madness in the mobile phone arena. Remember a video (shown below), that surfaced back in November showing Need for Speed underground running on a Palm Pre. Back at that time, the very same video was declared a fake one since the App Catalog layout did not match. Well just see the new App Catalog design and you will say it yourself – the video was real and Need for Speed Underground can run on Palm Pre.

Firefox 3.6 and Firefox 4.0 release soon by Mozilla

Mozilla has announced its browser plans for the year 2010. Unfortunately, the release date for final version of Firefox 3.6 has been pushed back to 2010. The arrival of Firefox 3.6 RC seems also unlikely. Final release of Firefox 4.0 is expected to arrive in late part of 2010 or early part of 2011.

iGuide: what it is??

The rumors related to Apple Tablet just keep coming up. According to the latest rumor, iSlate might not be the only product name for Apple Tablet, iGuide has turned out to be the new candidate for the much awaited Tablet computer from Apple. But that is not all, if you dive a bit deeper it comes out as a related service, an iTunes successor or something totally different such as an e-book store from Apple.Macrumors is the source of this rumor once again.

HTC HD2 on victory stand,top of the list in 2009 cell phones

UK based retailer Omio.com has released a list of top 10 cell phones for the 2009 in which HTC HD2 has managed to secure a spot ahead of iPhone 3GS. Even thought the multi-touch enabled HD2 from HTCmanaged to beat the premium iPhone from Apple, HTC Hero got the honors of securing the first spot.


T-Mobile help google to sell Nexus One online

Here comes today’s post for Google Phone. Nexus One is all set to launch on 5th January and T-Mobile will be playing the supporting hand. This information was revealed thanks to a leaked T-Mobile page. What kind of support will T-Mobile provide?

Nexus One will hit the market on 5th january 2010

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Google is all set to announce Nexus One on 5th January in anAndroid press event. The launch event will be held at the search engine giants’ headquarters in Mountain view, California.

Nexus One to cost $530 unsubsidized, $180 on T-Mobile contract

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I can safely say that today is the Nexus One day. Just now we informed you about the leaked T-Mobile webpage confirming the carrier as the official partner and Google preparing to launch its Android phone on 5th January in a Press Android event. To build on that, the pricing details for the 5 megapixel mobile phone have been leaked out thanks to Gizmodo. Unsubsidized version of Google Phone will cost $530, whereas it will cost $180 on a 2 year T-Mobileplan.

Shocking news: Android 2.1 ported to T-Mobile G1

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The Android hacking community strikes yet again – they have managed to port Android 2.1 to T-Mobile G1. Drizzy, of AndroidSpin is the hero this time. He has succeeded in porting the Droid Android 2.1 ROM to the first commercial mobile phone from Google

Monday, December 28, 2009

Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone: affordable at $100

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If you’re the type who love standing out from the crowd and yet don’t want to jump aboard the branded items bandwagon, the Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone might be just the handset for you – assuming you’re in the market for one, of course. This unique dual SIM swivel screen QWERTY handset is relatively affordable at $100 a pop, where it will come unlocked, while boasting a design that looks totally different from what you’ve seen on the market.

CES 2010 : boost up yuor 2010 with new devices

CES 2010 is the launchpad for many companies where new products are concerned, and Cydle isn’t going to miss out on the party next January by offering to unveil the first portable GPS with built-in HD Radio and free HD live traffic updates in the world. The Korea-based company hopes that their portable GPS system will turn any vehicle into a haven, even if it is a bone shaker, offering the driver with various options to get to their destination accurately within the routes selected, or keeping the kids in the back seat entertained while one’s family is on a long road trip in order to avoid the dreaded repetitious question, “Are we there yet?”
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Venturer HD action camcorder: snap 8-megapixel photos

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Thanko HDD Media Player: 2.5'' and 3.5'' SATA hard drives

Thanko is back with yet another device, and good thing this one is not silly or impractical, but offers those bitten by the digital entertainment bug another option to view all their favorite movies and listen to their well-loved tunes. The Thanko HDD Media Player doubles up as a cradle for 2.5” and 3.5” SATA hard drives while featuring an SD memory card slot that is able to handle up to 16GB SDHCs. Connectivity options are aplenty here, where you can choose from HDMI, Component (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr), S/VGA and Composite, allowing you to enjoy it over a computer or a TV. Apart from that, you get a one-touch backup button for easy duplication of your essential data.
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Get your ears crazzzyy with Crazy Earphones from Solid Alliance

There’s nothing quite like owning a pair of earphones that make it appear as if you have a mushroom growing out of both ears. You’re bound to turn heads, but you may cease to turn the heads of the opposite sex in a way that you’d prefer. Instead of a come hither look, you may begin to receive that social leper look. However, if you can ignore all of that, you’ll have some of the most unique and hilarious earphones around.
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SSPL Beta released for HTC HD2 ; load unsigned ROMs onto HTC HD2

The genius lot at XDA have released a beta version of SSPL. The release of the soft SPL means now you can load unsigned ROMs ontoHTC’s most successful device, HTC HD2. This software enables you to load unsigned ROMs onto HTC HD2 within a matter of a few mouse clicks as shown in the embedded video.

T-Mobile G1 to get an Android Eclair: How good a rumor is it?

It has been a while since the launch of Android 2.0 aka Eclair. Various mobile carriers have announced their plans to officially upgrade their handset offering to the successor of Android 1.6. You can add one more cellphone to that list, T-Mobile G1. Rumor has it that the first commercial Android powered phone will be getting the OTA update for Eclair. How good a rumor is it?

Windows Mobile 6.5.3 ROM released now

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A few hours back, we informed you about the Beta release of SSPLwhich allows you to load unsigned ROMS onto your beautiful HTC HD2. More goodies for HTC HD2 have been released. Not one but two Windows Mobile 6.5.3 ROMs have been released for HD2 fromHTC. These two ROMs bring an updated HTC Sense 2.5 build which includes the new documents tab and supports Landscape mode.

AT&T stop selling iPhone in newyork: broken heart news for ny`s:(

AT&T has stopped selling iPhone online in world’s busiest city, New York. The confusing part here is that the little beauty from Apple is still available for purchase from retail stores. Apparently, AT&Tbelieves that NY is not ready for iPhone since it does not have sufficient amount of tower setup. This act is surely going to affect the exclusive iPhone carrier’s following. With this act, it is safe to say thatSaturday Night Live mocking of iPhone was bang on target and AT&T proved the SNL folks right.

Cyanogen unleashes CyanogenMod 4.2.11brings a lots of bugfixes and more enhancements

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Cyanogen has released a new build of CyanogenMod, called CyanogenMod 4.2.11. This one comes out as a heavily modified version of AOSP (Android Open Source Project) 1.6. The 4.2.11 release brings a lot of bugfixes and a number of enhancements including MMS enhancements, multi-touch browser and photo gallery, and more.

Good news for football fans: Here comes ESPN 2010 on your iphone

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Football fans are all excited and waiting for the FIFA World Cup 2010 to commence. ESPN has released an app for iPhone and iPod Touchcalled ESPN 2010 world cup. This is a must have app since it will keep you updated with all the latest news and happening related to one of the most anticipated FIFA world cup event. Not only that, it offers profiles of teams involved as well as the South African football stadiums and more. Guess what the app is available free of charge

webOS 1.3.5 : Palm will send your Palm Pre automated notification that allows you to accept the software installation

According to Sprint’s support article, webOS 1.3.5 will be hitting yourPalm Pre handset today. How would you get the update you ask? Well it turns out you don’t have to do anything. Palm will send yourPalm Pre automated notification that allows you to accept the software installation or delay until later. The latest webOS update brings bug fixes, enhances performance and more.

iPod Touch : just like a santa claus gift:)

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Apple’s Christmas just got more merrier than the usual – as revealed by stats from Flurry a mobile apps analytic firm. The statistics highlighted the iPod Touch supremacy over iPhone not only in the units race but also in terms of the apps downloaded numbers. What’s the end result, Apple is in contention for another outstanding financial quarter

Here comes Google Netbook : new challenges for acer,dell,compaq

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The specifications for Chrome OS netbook have leaked out. First, it was the leakage of Nexus One specifications and related stuff and now the specifications of the Chrome specific netbook have emerged on the scene. With all this, it is safe to say a major leakage has hitGoogle, but hey why should we be worried. The specifications are simply outstanding as they include multi-touch screen and other impressive stuff. Full specs provided below

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Toaster that works like a printer, i mean inspiration from a printer

The toaster is probably one of the most boring gadgets out there, which is probably why designers enjoy altering the classic toaster so much. Well one more designer is trying their hand at changing up the way we use our toasters. This one seems to take its inspiration directly from a printer. Instead of printing out pages though, it spits out fresh toast.
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Ace your mind with Acer TravelMate Timeline series

Acer has rolled out its new TravelMate Timeline series of notebook computers that will target business customers as well as those who want a machine with no-nonsense performance and reliability at all times. They will come in the form of the TravelMate Timeline 8571, 8471 and 8371, where all models are ultra-thin mobile workhorse notebooks that boast prolonged productivity. Powered by a long lasting six-cell battery, you will be able to enjoy up to eight hours of juice when used in conjunction with Acer PowerSmart Manager – of course, we can safely assume that some features such as Wi-Fi is turned off and a lower screen brightness if maximum battery length is to be achieved.
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The crunchy Android 2.0.1 Eclair

The mobile hacking community never ceases to amaze us. Here is another amazing development – folks at XDA have come up with anLinux based emulator that makes its possible to run Eclair akaAndroid 2.0 on a Windows Mobile powered phone. pocketnow have released a video that shows Android 2.0.1 running on an HTC Touch Diamond2.

Apple tested iPhone OS 4.0 in November

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Back in November, we informed you about Apple working and testing its next generation iPhone device (internally known as iPhone (3,1)). Well that claim just got strengthened. An iPhone developer has shared with Macrumors, his discovery of an iPhone OS 4.0 being caught using his app, Pinch Media. This was spotted in the developer’s app analytics data. What does this mean and what is its significance? We discuss it in the upcoming paragraph.