Archive for December, 2010
December 31, 2010
Apple
According to analysts Ticonderoga Securities, iPhone 5 will, as always, in the summer – in June and July. However, Apple keeps plans to launch new items in the strictest confidence to prevent the outflow of consumer interest from the bestselling iPhone 4. And the truth is: Who will acquire the “apple” smartphone, if the next generation it is about to appear?
Betting on the iPhone 5 covers the new design with the rejection of the controversial glass vestments, increased in size screen, dual-processor Apple A5 and powerful video graphics, increased amounts of RAM and flash memory module NFC-communication. The novelty will receive an operating platform iOS 5, has a set of attractive cloud services.
December 26, 2010
HTC
As is known, recently reported Smart Phone HTC Desire HD and Desire Z had to go out on sale in the first half of October, but now, apparently, to wait for an early release is not necessary. As stated on the website of British companies retail sales Superetrader, was initially promised release on October 6, then 11, and now does mention the end of October. There is mentioned that the device could not successfully pass testing Google TA (Type Approval) and were pulled out, almost at the last moment.
Recall, HTC Desire HD and Desire Z together with the online service Toronto GSM News were presented in mid-September. Both new products are running an operating system Android 2.2. HTC Desire HD – a candy bar with a large 4.3-inch touchscreen and no hardware keyboard, based on 1 GHz processor. A HTC Desire Z – a slider with a 3.7-inch touch screen, QWERTY keyboard and the original opening mechanism Z hinge (outside the U.S. T-Mobile sold its analog T-Mobile G2). By the way, in Russia, the device also had been promised in October, HTC Desire HD for 899 dollars, and HTC Desire Z – over 859 dollars.
December 21, 2010
Samsung
On the Microsoft website in the advertising section, which demonstrates the model based on the Windows Phone and describes the features of Windows Phone 7, found a new device based on this new OS. Model called the Samsung Focus and it is intended for the U.S. operator AT & T. The device is already known on the news: most likely, is the final name for the model of Samsung Cetus. Judging by the picture on the site to Microsoft, this is the same device with a large touch screen and into the body with rounded corners, and that Samsung Cetus, shown earlier in the “live” photos.
As expected, the model of Samsung Focus will be released from the operator AT & T on November 8. It is possible that its counterpart will be in Europe, and even earlier – in October, however, accurate data on this point. Recall, including the alleged characteristics of Samsung Cetus (i917) – 4-inch touch screen display Super AMOLED, wireless modules Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1, GPS receiver, 5 megapixel integrated camera for taking pictures, front VGA camera, and so on.
December 16, 2010
Motorola
In the near future will start taking pre-orders for Smartphone Motorola Atrix 4G. This device will be sold in the U.S. operator AT & T, it is designed for its new networks HSPA +. New items can be ordered from the February 13, at the same time, its sales will begin not immediately thereafter, and only 6 of March or a little earlier. Motorola Atrix 4G cost is $ 199.99 with a contract for two years.
Together with a smartphone you can buy a docking station Motorola Laptop Dock, set costs $ 499.99, also with a contract and a discount of $ 100. For a similar cost of $ 499,99 Motorola Laptop Dock can be purchased separately. This docking station, in fact, allows you to turn your smartphone into a laptop with a 11.6-inch display, QWERTY keyboard and multiple ports.
Recall smartphone Motorola Atrix 4G – it’s quite functional solution based on dual-core processor NVIDIA Tegra 2. It is running an operating system Android 2.2, which complements the interface MOTOBLUR. Of the main features of the model worth mentioning 4 inch touchscreen, 5 megapixel camera with built-in support for video recording 720p, 16 GB internal memory and a fingerprint sensor.
December 11, 2010
Motorola
Motorola has published a new version of the list of updates for its smartphones. It can be seen that for such models as Motorola Charm and Flipout, updates above Android 2.1 is not planned. These devices were introduced in the last year and after the announcement of the platform Android 2.2. Both smartphones originally worked on the basis of the operating system Android 2.1, but it is quite logical to wait for updates to Android 2.2. It is now clear that this does not happen and devices will remain in the original version.
Hard to say, for whatever reason Motorola decided not to update the firmware of these smartphones. Perhaps she is already preparing their successors, or the device does not sell well. Recall, Motorola Charm - a wide horizontal piece with a touchscreen and QWERTY keyboard. Its characteristics are mid-level: 3 megapixel camera, Wi-Fi, GPS and so on. Such a device is useful for text of correspondence, including social networking. As for Motorola Flipout, it is custom-rotator model of a square shape with a 2.8-inch touch screen and QWERTY.
December 3, 2010
LG
LG has announced the release of Optimus T, the new smartphone on the Android initial price range. This is the fourth model family Optimus, where, in addition to it, also includes Chic, One, and S. A model of T will be 3.2-megapixel camera with autofocus and video recording, 2-GB SD-card included, and Android 2.2 Froyo. Will be supported by voice commands.
Other features officially as yet unknown. If you believe the unconfirmed reports, the phone will receive a 600 MHz processor, touch screen resolution of 320 × 480, 3G-module with a capacity of 7.2 Mbps, GPS and Wi-Fi.
