ViewSonic has introduced one of the first tablets on the market to be powered by Intel’s Oak Trail CPU, the ViewPad 10Pro. Not to be confused with the ViewPad 10, the ViewPad 10Pro brings in some updated hardware while boasting a similar Windows 7/Android dual-OS system.  The ViewPad 10Pro Check out the specs of the device:
Here’s what ViewSonic had to say about the device: “The world's first dual-OS tablet that uses Windows 7 Professional and Android, and the first to use the latest Intel Oak Trail processor: This tablet, powerful in both hardware and software, is ideal for users who wish to have a combination of entertainment and professional needs. It allows for an instantaneous switch between the two OSes without turning off the tablet – Android for simple tasks such as Web browsing and Windows 7 for business applications.” Here’s hoping more details show up for this device, and soon. |
Tuesday, 31 May 2011
Computex 2011: ViewSonic Introduces Oak Trail-powered ViewPad 10Pro
Computex 2011: ASUS Announces the UX21 Laptop
Computex 2011 has gone off to a flying start and some truly innovative products have launched this year. ASUS have already announced the innovative Padfone this year along with a number of other interesting products. Their announcements haven’t stopped, and the company launched the UX21 laptop codenamed Ultrabook.
Extremely thin and lightweight Ultrabook
The UX21 is clad in an aluminum alloy shell that has a unique 'spun' finish; the UX Series has a number of impressive features, including 2nd generation Intel Core mobile processors, including the powerful i7. ASUS claims that the Ultrabook has up to 7-hour battery charge and an Instant-On feature where the laptop can resume in 2 seconds from sleep mode. At its thickest, the ASUS UX21 is a mere 17mm and weighs 1,100g. Further to this the laptop also features a SATA III SSD and USB 3.0 connectivity.
Sean Maloney, Intel’s Corporation Executive Vice President speaking about the Ultrabook at Computex said that the performance and capabilities of today’s laptops have tablet-like features and deliver a highly responsive and secure experience, in a thin, light and elegant design. The ASUS UX21 Ultrabook is expected to be launched by September and with its slim design and impressive attributes we are sure it will pose some worthy competition for the MacBook Air.
Computex 2011: Acer Gives a Sneak Peek into its W4 Smartphone
At the ongoing tech fair, Computex 2011, Acer showed off a mere glimpse of its Microsoft Mango-based smartphone, the W4. Acer unlike its usual behavior just managed to share a distanced look of its latest product since the company still awaited Microsoft to release more bits of the Mango OS.
Just a glimpse.. (Image source: mobilitydigest.com)
Acer promised to begin the volume production of the W4 in the fourth quarter of this year. Till then, W4’s performance will go through several more modulations. For now, the little information Acer did manage to let out was that the W4 will run a Qualcomm MSN8255 chip at 1GHz. The smartphone comes with five megapixel, auto focus camera and does look enticing with a 3.6-inch display. In addition to this, the W4 is Wi-Fi enabled, with 8GB worth of internal flash memory.
Although, this bit may just seem a teaser for most, a late 2011 launch would mean a couple of more of these teasers dotted around the rest of the year
Alcatel Ice 3 launches the OT 806D Handset
Alcatel, in partnership with Ice 3 have recently unveiled the OT 806D mobile handset in India. The main highlight of this mobile is that it is a radiation free handset. Another important feature of this handset is that it has a touch, as well as QWERTY keypad. Speaking at the launch of this mobile handset, Mr. M.S. Malik, Managing Director, Ice Mobile said that there is a growing public concern bout adverse health effects due to EMF radiation. In the human body due to the close proximity of a mobile phone to the head, the head is the targeted recipient of the electro-magnetic energy from many wireless systems whose impulses are transmitted to other organs and parts, causing serious health hazards and it is important to safeguard against that.
Award winning radiation free OT 806D
Besides being a radiation free handset and having a touch, as well as QWERTY keypad, the OT 806D also has features such as a 2.8-inch TFT touch display, dual SIM, Generic Push Mail, and onscreen widgets, 2.0 MP camera, music player, expandable memory up to 8GB, Bluetooth, Web Camera with modem, and FM radio. The battery bundled up with the OT 806D is an 850 mAh Lithium Ion battery and Alcatel Ice 3 claims that it has a talk time of up to 9 hours and 650 hours of stand-by time. There are also social networking options such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
The Alcatel Ice 3 has won an award for the MOST IMPRESSIVE RADIATION FREE HANDSET from FIEO Telecom Technology. The OT 806D received the award for having the lowest SAR (specific absorption rate) level among all leading brands in India. This handset is available all across India at a price of Rs. 4,499.
Twitter Adds Follow Button to Websites- ITS COOL
Twitter's adding a follow button to websites, giving users direct access to the accounts of their favourite celebrities, politicians, athletes, media personalities etc. The idea is that there are certain websites users visit everyday and adding a "follow" button next to Facebook's "Like" button on those pages will prompt users to discover and instantly follow certain Twitter accounts.  If you want to follow Jennifer Lopez... More than 50 sites have partnered up with Twitter to add the Follow Button already. These include: |
Intel and Asus unveil 'ultrabook' laptop-tablet hybrid Ivy Bridge chipset coming early 2012
Intel has revealed its latest laptop-based chip plans over at Computex, putting the emphasis on low power and skinny looks in order to claw back some share from the tablet market.
The term Intel has coined for this 'new' category is 'Ultrabook', which we've already reported to the hyperbole police and expect the chip maker to be hauled into the exaggeration station along with Steve 'Magical' Jobs and HTC any minute now.
Although no official Ultrabook products have been unveiled, Intel's executive vice president, Sean Maloney, reckons they "will make up 40 per cent of the market by the end of 2012."
A bridge too far
It's all thanks to the 22nm Ivy Bridge chipset, which will be a diminuitive 0.8-inches thick and provide faster responses and 'tablet-like features'.
If it wants to hit 40 per cent of the consumer market, Intel better keep the pricing of the Ivy Bridge chips manageable, pointing to a sub $1,000 price point to be getting on with.
Intel has been getting all cosy with Asus to show off the first ultrabook, imaginatively dubbed the UX21 Asus Ultrabook, which runs the latest 2nd gen Intel Core processor aka Sandy Bridge, and looks a lot like a MacBook Air to us.
The first of these ultrabooks will ready and raring to go for the 2011 Christmas shopping season, while the Ivy Bridge chips should make their way to computers in the early part of 2012.
must watch LG GD910 Watch Phone
As mobile technology progresses, we’re making handsets smaller and smaller and as testament to that LG’s GD910 watch phones stands true. If you ever wanted to play spy or Dick Tracy, the super cop, this is one gadget you have got to have, even if it does cost you an arm and a leg. Take a closer look.
Form Factor
The GD910 is a lightweight watch phone at just 84g. Its 1.4-inch touchscreen (capacitive) is very responsive and just large enough to be comfortable to use. The 128 x 160 pixel resolution also makes it clear to view in all lighting conditions. The leather strap is fully adjustable, so it can fit all forearms. It comes with a box full of accessories that includes a charger, USB cable, SIM card remover and of course the Bluetooth headset for calls with its own charger.
Form Factor
The GD910 is a lightweight watch phone at just 84g. Its 1.4-inch touchscreen (capacitive) is very responsive and just large enough to be comfortable to use. The 128 x 160 pixel resolution also makes it clear to view in all lighting conditions. The leather strap is fully adjustable, so it can fit all forearms. It comes with a box full of accessories that includes a charger, USB cable, SIM card remover and of course the Bluetooth headset for calls with its own charger.
A VGA camera is located just above the display. On the side is where the call Take and end keys are placed and in between is a return key. The rear can be easily unlocked to slip in the GSM SIM card. The device sports 2GB of internal memory so you can easily carry your music with you while on the go. The best part about the device is that it’s IPX4 certified water resistant.
The bundled Bluetooth headset was quite comfortable to use and had no issues with voice clarity (incoming and outgoing). It uses a Micro USB port for charging and has a power/lock key slider that’s quite handy.
Features and Performance
Interface
It runs on a Flash UI that’s smooth and easy to navigate. It offers a variety of watch interfaces including analogue styles. Swiping through the menus and accessing settings is a fluid process. Response time is immediate with no lag at all. You can also customize the menus to various styles that you find comfortable. One would assume that typing messages on the small screen would be a problem, but it isn’t. It’ll take no more than a couple of minutes or less to get used to and you’re fingers will be flying across the screen.
Media
The handset offers an image viewer as well as a music player. The biggest problem with the music player is that it will play through the built in speakers and is quite loud, but if you’re looking for privacy, you’ll need a Stereo Bluetooth headset. Audio playback is not supported via the bundled mono headset. This is a concern as it would involve a further investment of at least Rs. 3000 (min). However, audio quality was not bad at via an A2DP headset. A set of EQ presets are also included to help enhance the audio and you can also create a playlist of your favorite tracks right on the device. There’s no video support of nay kind.
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Ba |
| Screen Resolution | 128 x 160 |
| Number of Colours | 256K |
| Display | TFT |
| Type | |
| Input Type | Touchscreen |
| Memory | |
| Internal | 82 |
| Maximum capacity | No |
| Extendable Memory | No |
| Memory Type | No |
| Resolution | |
| Sensor Resolution | VGA |
| Zoom | |
| Digital Zoom | No Information |
| Camera Features | |
| Video Recorder | No Information |
| Audio Features | |
| FM Radio | No Information |
| Connectivity | |
| 3G | Yes |
| A2DP | Yes |
| Dual Sim Support | No |
| WAP Enabled | No |
| Interface | |
| WiFi | No |
| Connection Options | |
| USB Connector | No |
| EGPRS or EDGE | Yes |
| GPRS | Yes |
| Battery | |
| Type | Li Ion |
| Capacity | 510 |
| Talk Time with Standard Battery | 120 |
| Standby Time with Standard Battery | 247 |
| Weight | 84 |
| Multimedia | |
| Music Player | Yes |
| Music Format | MP3 |
| Email and Messaging | |
| Email Client | No Information |
| Type of Email Account Support | No Information |
| Additional Features | |
| MMS | Yes |
| Dual Band | No Information |
| Tri Band | No Information |
| GPS | No |
| Java Type | No |
| Network | |
| Quad Band | No Information |
| Sound Settings | |
| Ringtone Type | MP3 |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 39 |
| Volume | |
| Volume | |
| More Features | |
| Unique Feature | |
| After Sales Service | |
| Warranty Period | 1 |
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