The Sony Tablet S is a new device that aims to tackle the iPad. It has a unique form factor and runs the Android operating system. Technical specs show that it has a dual-core processor, 16GB or 32GB of storage, 1GB RAM along with a couple of cameras and wireless connectivity. TechRepublic decided to take it apart to see what makes it run.
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Yale NFC Door Locks Demonstrated on Video
September 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Near Field Communication (NFC) is becoming more popular recently. Google has recently put NFC chips in its smartphones and has built NFC capabilities in the latest builds of Android which lets users pay for goods by using their smartphone as a digital wallet. It now appears that Yale, the lock company, is also beginning to push the technology.
Photo Posting Via Text Message Announced by Twitter
September 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A new service has been announced by Twitter that enables you to send a photo by text message. Twitter now allows you to attach a photo to an SMS message and then send that (as an MMS) to Twitter who then post it on your wall. The service is available on several carriers around the world (listed below).
Samsung Galaxy S3 Could get a Quad-Core Processor and Ice Cream Sandwich
September 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Although the Samsung Galaxy S2 has just launched in the US following behind the UK and others by a few months, we now are beginning to hear rumours about the next generation device… the Samsung Galaxy S3.
New Google Chrome Download Now Available
September 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Google [GOOG] has launched a new version of the Google Chrome browser which is now available for download. The latest version is 14 which brings with it more usability for Mac OS X Lion users.
Windows 8 Hints at Phone Integration
September 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Last week, Microsoft announced Windows 8. Shortly after the announcement a preview version of Windows 8 was available for public download. An eagle eyed writer at istartedsomething has managed to spot a couple of interesting tiles on the Metro style interface. One of them is pictured below which is titled Missed calls and the other makes mention of “Call mobile”.
Apple Instructs Store Employees to Complete iCloud and iOS Training by End of September
September 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A few weeks ago some details about internal training on iOS 5 and iCloud for retail staff were found. We now hear that Apple is instructing that employees complete this training by the end of September.
LG LU6200 Android Smartphone to get a HD Display
September 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
LG will soon launch a smartphone that has a HD display. The resolution of the screen will be 1280 x 720 pixels. The new phone is called the LG LU6200 and is expected to launch on September 26. The device will become LGs flagship phone.
New Apple A6 and A7 Processors Could be Made by TSMC
September 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
At the moment, Apple gets iPhone and iPad processors from Samsung. This could be changing soon though to a company called TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company). Reports earlier this year hinted at TSMC being used by Apple and it seems that a contract has now been signed.
iPad iOS 5 Compared Side by Side with Windows 8 Slate
September 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
After the quite impressive looking Windows 8 preview was released to developers a few days ago the question that I’ve seen across the net asks if it will be the next iPad killer. Windows 8 actually looks quite good and seems to have been thought out well. We’ve seen it running on a few tablets in the past few days but haven’t seen a side by side comparison with the actual iPad.
Google Goggles for Android Updated to Version 1.6
September 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Google has released an update for Google Goggles on Android smartphones. The new version is 1.6 which is designed to enhance the camera on your Android smartphone.
HTC Sensation XE Launching October 7 in the UK
September 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The HTC Sensation XE has been announced today. The device is a replacement for the original Sensation and comes with upgraded specs which includes Beats Audio. The XE is the first device from HTC to utilise Beats Audio and comes with enhanced sound capabilities which includes some in-ear headphones from Dr. Dre.
