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RIM TV under development to rival Apple TV?

According to some reports, Research In Motion (RIM), the makers of the Blackberry devices, is creating a media box to rival Apple TV.

Rumors are that the device would be a mixture of a basic BlackBerry Presenter and a media hub along the lines of the Apple device – featuring the same hardware as a Blackberry mobile device, that’s the same type of processor, while operating on a QNX-based OS (already supporting WiFi file sharing the system could already be on it’s way to quick integration, allowing business presentations and other office based programs to be synced up and shared more quickly), the same one used in the BlackBerry PlayBook.

But some other reports further add that the device will more likely not be a home-based device, but instead bring third-party media services to the game, much like the Apple AirPlay.

Rumors are that the device could ship by late 2011, around Christmas. ---------

Apple TV , RIM TV , Rumors

RIM TV under development to rival Apple TV?

Anil Singh Saturday, July 2, 2011

According to a newly leaked best Buy document, Motorola is up for a February 17 launch in US.

Talking of the price of the upcoming Motorola tablet, the same source who leaked the launch date has found a different price (not $800). The unnamed source says that the price point will be $699.99. A possibility of the $700 being the price after subsidy; and the $800 price unsubsidized.

The launch date the Best Buy document suggests can be true as Motorola has previously said the 3G version of the Xoom will launch "sometime in Q1 2011 (Jan-Feb 2011). The 4G version will arrive in Q2, and the 3G model will be upgradeable, though exactly how is not clear. One more thing which points to the February 17 launch is the normal Verizon strategy of Thursday launches.

Motorola Xoom is hailed as the true Apple iPad competitor; but the price can be an issue. As the wi-fi only iPad has a much lower price tag of $499. Add to this the huge app ecosystem Apple’s tablet has. But the $500 iPad has only 16GB of storage. In comparison, the Motorola Xoom, a HoneyComb or Android 3.0 tablet, has 3G, as well, will be upgradeable to 4G, has NVIDIA's dual-core Tegra 2, as well as 32GB of storage (reportedly).

The video below shows the Evolution of tablets, by motorola. The emphasis is on HoneyComb or Android 3.0, an android os specially designed for tablets:

Below is the hands-on experience of Motorola Xoom:

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Rumors , Tablets , Tech24hours US

A Leaked document suggests Motorola Xoom to launch on February 17

Anil Singh Monday, January 24, 2011

Recent rumors about LG’s upcoming G-Slate tablet suggest that tablet would have a 3D display (no glasses required) and a 3D camera.

The rumors may indeed have substance to them, as it tuns out that a tablet with LG branding has shown up in a Korean pop music video and the device appears to have two cameras on the back which lends with certaintly some credence to the idea of a 3D camera.

Although, the appearance of a tablet with an LG logo doesn’t point to anything, if one wants to look at it that way. But the LG tablet’s appearance in the video certainly looks like product placement, with the logo displayed quite prominently and for no apparent reason. In addition the characters inside the tablet looked very 3D.

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A Korean music video gives substance to LG G-Slate 3D rumors

Anil Singh Sunday, January 23, 2011

Motorola Xoom, the tablet viewed as promising by many in the just concluded CES2011, has got its first price tag (speculative).According to a Android Community story, UK site Handtec has the tablet available for pre-order -- but it is still in two minds on the price it should sell Xoom. That report shows the price as £660 (USD 1025), but it's now zoomed up to £720 (USD 1120).

The site reveals that the tablet is "due in soon".

Specs: With a 10.1-inch touchscreen, Xoom is one of the first to run Android 3.0 Honeycomb.

Honeycomb is fronted by a new interface that's more suited to a tablet's large screen than previous Androids, which were designed for small-screened smart phones. Notable features include drag and drop app groups. Apps, ebooks, YouTube videos and other bits of media are displayed in a nifty carousel that looks like it's rotating in 3D. The redesigned browser boasts tabbed browsing and Flash video support.

Xoom has a dual-core processor, 3G, 802.11n Wi-Fi, two USB ports, an SD card, HDMI and 32GB of storage. It has a 2-megapixel camera for video calling and 5-megapixel camera for taking pictures and shooting video, with two LED photo lights. ---------

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Motorola Xoom gets its First Price Tag

Anil Singh Monday, January 10, 2011

According to some stories, Listings for iPad 2 cases at Alibaba.com have reportedly been removed on a case by case basis (as and when someone reports the presence of some iPad2 case) by an unnamed company which everyone presumes to be Apple. While some examples of the cases ar removed some are still on line and waiting for removal.

According to a blog posting at the Wall Street Journal, AliBaba’s “Group Spokesman”, John Spelich, is quoted as saying: “We do not know whether these products are what they say they are, but we have received a legitimate takedown request and are removing the listings.”

Surfacing of iPad 2 cases, with slots and holes not required in the current iPad is a thought provoking development; as why will a manufacturer invest in some case design which is not made for current iPad.

On a close scrutiny most of these iPad2 cases are stated to be perfect fit for the current iPad; bringing in the inference that says may be someone wants to take advantage of the craze for the current and the next iteration of the popular tablet; but looking at the high aesthetic demands of iPad users, this inference doesn’t look viable. ---------

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Apple orders Alibaba to remove iPad2 cases: Rumors

Anil Singh Sunday, January 2, 2011

After bringing Galaxy S and Galaxy Tablet to rival Apple’s iPhone and iPad respectively; rumors suggest Samsung is developing an iPod touch challenger, set to debut at the upcoming CES 2011.

Call it an iPod touch nemesis?

Although Samsung Galaxy products have never actually gave a formidable challenge to their Apple counterparts in terms of sales or success, but when compared to others they’ve still done remarkably well.

This story expcts the Samsung media player to pack a super clear 4 inch LCD touch screen (no super AMOLED apparently), a 1GHz processor, one 3.2 MP rear camera and a front VGA one, plus microSD card capability; with same storage as Galaxy S, of 8GB, 16GB and 32GB. Other features include the basic WiFi, Bluetooth, HD video playback and of course the Android OS. However, it will only be shipping with Android 2.2, not Gingerbread unfortunately.

What the rumors circulating are like:

Samsung is reportedly set to unveil the Galaxy Player device (model name YP-GB1) in Las Vegas at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show, 6-9 January 2011. Basically, the portable media player will be like a Samsung Galaxy S, but without the phoning (just like an iPod touch is an iPhone without the phone part). From the shots we’ve seen it looks more or less identical and also has the same super thin 9.9 mm thickness.

** It’s to be seen what Samsung accomplishes with the Samsung Galaxy MP4 player and Apple iPod touch rival set to debut in the new year. It should be noted that when Apple launched iPod at first, it was a revolutionary or curve jumping product; so it’s to be seen how Samsung will differentiate its offering. The areas it can improve will be sound quality. Ecosystem-wise here is not much scope. ---------

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Samsung going to debut an Apple iPod touch like device at upcoming CES: Rumors

Anil Singh Tuesday, December 28, 2010

According to rumors Skype plans to unveil its own video-chat feature for its mobile apps at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in January.

Pcworld bases its speculation on a FAQ page published on the Skype site (it's since been removed), which said -- video calls on a device like Apple's iPhone could transpire over both a user's 3G and Wi-Fi connections—that's actually an upgrade from FaceTime, which only officially works across one's Wi-Fi connection.

Additionally, the new version of Skype supporting video chat would only work on iOS 4.0 or higher, as well as an iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, a third- or fourth-generation iPod Touch, or an iPad. Mobile users would also be able to receive screen-sharing from desktop or laptop Skype users. ---------

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Skype to bring video chat to Apple devices in 2011: Speculation

Anil Singh Sunday, December 26, 2010

According to Bloomberg and then by the Wall Street Journal, at CES next month, Microsoft will unveil a full-featured version of Windows that runs on ARM processors. The expectation is that it will be used in tablets in 2013.

Microsoft is bringing a full-featured version of Windows 7 or Windows 8, or later, to ARM to put it on a tablet. One question that comes is Why is Microsoft not using Windows Phone 7?

Or has Microsoft some plans to monopolize the tablet market in 2013, just like its PC operating systems did?

Considering the pace at which Tablet market is evolving: the rumor is either misleading or reflecting Microsoft's inability to understand the dynamics of tablet market. Although, it's least likely that, Microsoft will jump over the current tablet OSs status in 2013 with its adaption. ---------

Rumors , Tablets

Microsoft to unveil full-featured Windows for ARM processors: Rumor

Anil Singh Thursday, December 23, 2010

According to some experts,Nvidia’s dual-core Tegra 2 chipset is accummulating wins in the tablet space.

According to Citigroup's Glen Yeung , Samsung has "placed a sizeable order with Nvidia for Tegra 2 chips in the first half of 2011, geared for both tablets and smartphones.

BMO Capital Markets analyst Ambrish Srivastava anticipates the next Galaxy Tab will be one of the devices that use Nvidia’s Dual Core Tegra-2.

Engadget informs that it’s rumored, Samsung was supposed to be producing a dual-core chip of its own. The rumor which though Endgadget assumes contradicts Glen Yeung’s revelation; but still believes Samsung can go for Nividia’s rather than its own.

Glen Yeung also adds that Google has made Tegra the reference design forHoneycomb, aka Android 3.0, and so Tegra 2 may sound like a fast track to victory in the budding tablet space. ---------

Rumors , Tablets

Samsung nabs Tegra 2 for Galaxy Tab 2: Sources

Anil Singh Monday, December 20, 2010

This story, feels that in CES 2011 HTC EVO Shift 4G will be accompanied with another HTC device codenamed as HTC A7373. It bases its assertion on the leaked screen shot of Sprint mobile doc, which says the gadget is going to arrive to Now Network on January 9th 2011.

The story though clueless about the device speculates on the basis of its search, that the device can be HTC Desire/G2 or HTC EVO Shift 4G itself. Technology Blog Engagdet, thinks that the device is more likely to be HTC EVO Shift 4G than HTC Desire. ---------

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What is HTC A7373 in Leaked Sprint Doc?

Anil Singh Monday, December 13, 2010

Citing multiple source, news Agency Reuters has reported that the next iteration of Apple’s iPad might have a front and a rear-facing camera.

The primary source of the news are the four component suppliers for the iPad, who are busy preparing for a new round of production in the first quarter of 2011. Two of them merely say they’ll be producing the same components as in the original iPad. One claims that a new version of iPad is coming, with front and rear-facing cameras, while another source says the iPad 2 will be slimmer and lighter, with a better resolution display, ---------

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iPad 2 to have two cameras: Reuters

Anil Singh Friday, December 10, 2010

According to this story,Samsung is currently developing a Windows 7 tablet PC with a slide-out keyboard. The project is codenamed as Samsung Gloria. Gloria will feature a 10 inch touchscreen display and a slide out keyboard.

According to the report, the Samsung Gloria will be released some time in March or April 2011. ---------

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Is Samsung Currently working on a Windows 7 Tablet PC, codenamed Gloria

Anil Singh

After seeing 3D displays trickle down to phones in recent times -- 3D phones from Sharp (and spice in India) – it was clear that 3D will not be confined to just TVs and gaming devices (Nintendo is bringing the 3DS early 2011); mobile phone manufacturers are indeed jumping on the 3D bandwagon (like Acer, Motorola are already working on a 3D Android device).

If rumors are believed, then HTC is aiming to be the first company to release an Android device with a full 3D display. Earlier this year in Barcelona at the Mobile World Congress, HTC were demonstrating 3D mobiles. But the show off, was just limited to the capabilities of its smartphone chips, and not with finished handsets.

The rumor (courtesy HTC insiders) is that with February 2011’s MWC fast approaching, HTC plans to show a finished android handset; which will eventually start selling by the end 2011.

Further information is, HTC are currently looking at developments in AMOLED and e-ink display technology. Giving credibility to the rumors, HTC has recently advertised for ‘display and camera design engineer’ who has “familiarly with 3D display and imaging technologies” and with “multiple display technologies”. ---------

3D , Android OS , Rumors , smartphones

Is HTC developing an Android phone with 3D display?

Anil Singh Thursday, December 2, 2010

Google has just purchased Groupon, a pioneer in Deals marketplace, for $2.5 billion, according to an unnamed insider who spoke with VatorNews. Neither Google nor Groupon could be reached for comment to confirm the report.

Groupon, the hot deal-a-day site, boasts revenues upward of $50 million a month. ---------

Announcements , Deal Market Place , Rumors

Google buys Deal site Groupon for $2.5 billion: Rumor

Anil Singh Tuesday, November 30, 2010

If sales are an indication of a product’s popularity, then Apple iPad has done exceptionally well. Despite lacking a camera (a thing both its lower priced siblings, the iPod and the iPhone and some of the possible competitors have announced in their tablets ) Apple's iPad has already sold more than 7.46 million iPads as of late September. And with Apple bringing its device at more sale outlets -- the Apple stores, Best Buy, AT&T, Verizon, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club stores and maybe even TJ Maxx this holiday season; sales are only expected to increase.

But as happens with all Apple products; rumormill is already running full throttle about the next iteration of the device—the iPad 2—Due summer 2011.

Latest rumors come from PCWorld, which say, iPad 2 will have the following:

1) A Front facing camera to utilize Apple's new FaceTime video chat software, that debuted on iPhone4, and then moved on to iPod Touch and the new MacBook Air laptops.
2) A 5-megapixel rear-facing camera
3) Will be thinner and lighter
4) A mini USB port, replacing the 30-pin dock connector used in the current version of the iPad. ---------

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Apple iPads sold as of September 2010 and latest rumors about iPad2

Anil Singh Saturday, November 20, 2010

Intel Light Peak, a high-speed connection standard, like USB but very fast, capable of transferring data at 10 gigabits per second, may be arriving sooner than expected. According to some stories, Light Peak can appear in products in the first half of 2011.

Notably, the 10Gbps speed, is twice the speed of USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed), and is simultaneous in both directions. In addition it has the potential to be scaled up 100Gbps in the next 10 years.

The technology is not some big talk, Intel has demonstrated the technology twice before.

If past rumors are to be believed, Apple could be among the first to incorporate the technology. Some industry sources are of the belief that it was actually Apple that conceived the idea for Light Peak, and the company reportedly helped Intel guide the development of the standard. ---------

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Intel Light Peak arriving in first half of 2011

Anil Singh Saturday, November 6, 2010

According to this story, some people at TmoNews got their hands on a document suggesting that T-Mobile will offer the tablet for $649 in the US. This will be the full or unsubsidized price of Samsung Galaxy Tab.

Under a 2 year mobile broadband service contract from T-mobile, a buyer will get the tablet for $399 after rebate. About $100 less than a WiFi-only iPad. ---------

Rumors , Samsung Galaxy Tab , Tablets , Tech24hours US

T-Mobile USA Samsung Galaxy Tab will cost ...Rumor

Anil Singh Monday, October 11, 2010

Motorola Defy, motorola's second rugged(rugged devices are those meant for field workers that is made for tough environments )Android smartphone, officially unveiled in early September; and up for the fourth quarter availability at that time, may be launched in Europe (in France, at least) on October 21.

MobiFrance discovered that Motorola will hold a press event on that day for launching a “life proof smartphone.” According to them, the water drops in the background of the invitation are most likely an indication that the smartphone is water proof – and is Defy.

Giving some support to the MobiFrance speculation, Unwired points that the Defy is already featured on Motorola France’s website. ---------

Rumors , smartphones

Is Motorola Defy to be launched on October 21 in Europe?

Anil Singh Wednesday, October 6, 2010

A team of analysts for investment bank Goldman Sachs said on Monday that their sources have shared with them that -- Apple will introduce a second-generation iPad (9.7 inch) during the spring of 2011 that will feature a camera, mini USB and a lighter design.

What the Goldman Sachs analysts are told:

1) Citing supply chain checks, Hon Hai will remain the sole manufacturer of the new 9.7-inch model.

2) Apple still remains undecided on a second partner to help build the tablets.

3) Citing their checks, the 7” iPad project has not yet been finalized and therefore said its unlikely to be launched ahead of the new 9.7” iPad. Although, On Friday, a Chinese website claimed a 7-inch iPad that takes after the iPhone 4 aesthetic is already a "finished product."

4) Sources indicate that Apple was unlikely to follow it's usual 12-month product cycle with the second generation iPad, hence launching it in he first quarter of 2011. ---------

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Apple planning thinner iPad with camera, mini USB: Goldman Sachs

Anil Singh Tuesday, September 28, 2010

According to Kat Hannaford of Gizmodo that HTC unveiling event is happening September 15 and that will have the unveiling atleast of the HTC Desire Z handset possibly along with the HTC Desire HD.

The HTC desire HD is a faster version of the original HTC Desire already launched in Europe and the US while the HTC Desire Z is reportedly a slider out QWERTY version of the device which apparently is quite similar to the T-Mobile G2. ---------

Android OS , Rumors , smartphones

HTC to unveil android phones on 15 September ?

Anil Singh Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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