Samsung Unveils the New J800 Luxe Handset

Right after the recent launch of the L700, Samsung has unveiled the J800 Luxe at the Singapore Telecommunications Exhibition, 2008. But the pricing and availability of the Samsung J800 has not been revealed as yet.

The J800 is a mid-range slider, equipped with a 2.2-inch TFT display, and a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels and 256K colors. It also has several other features, such as a Bluetooth with an A2DP profile, external memory support via microSD cards, a media player and FM radio with RDS. It also comes with a built-in document viewer, HTML Browser and POP3/IMAP4 mail client. The Tri-band handset also comes with a 2 megapixel camera feature but without an autofocus function. However, the J800 sports photo blog function, which allows direct image uploading functions to blogs over a 3G connection.

The tri-band phone utilizes the UMTS (2100 MHz) technology for fast data transfers, and their ever popular Samsung’s Mobile Tracker and other multimedia features, such as the music and video player, FM radio with RDS is also part of the J800 Luxe’s make up.

Nokia Rockets a Supernova With 4 New Handsets

Nokia has unveiled a new range of four new 7-series mobile phone models that will be sold under the label “Supernova.” Sauve and sophisticated, the product is aimed for users who aren’t just style conscious but interested in functionality as well. The Supernova range of handsets will be a nostalgic trip to the good old days where you could change handset covers as you want, and make it vibrant. The four new handsets launched in this range include:

The Nokia 7210 Supernova, a simple slim handheld available in a choice of “bubble gum pink” and “vivid blue” gloss finishes. The 7210 Supernova will be available in the third quarter of 2008 and will retail for around $190 ( Rs. 8,000).

Equipped with an SD memory card slot, the Nokia 7210 Supernova also features a 2 megapixel camera and access to Flickr, to provide one click access to share photos. It can also easily download, play and save music and videos sideloaded from a PC or purchased from Nokia Music Store, as well as manage music with the new Nokia Music PC client.

Next in the range is the Nokia 7310 Supernova, which is also a slim handheld with Xpress-On covers etched with 3D textured designs. Available in Steel Blue plus a second cover in Wasabi Green, a further five front and back cover options of “Mushroom Silver, Plum Jam, Electric Blue, Yellow Mellow and Espresso Brown” will also be available in select markets.

The features of the 7310 include an FM radio and MP3 music player, a 2 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom and TV out for image sharing, instant messaging and playing preinstalled games on TV. The Nokia 7310 will be priced at the rate of Rs.10,300 (155 EUR).

The following handset in the range is the Nokia 7510 Supernova, which will be available at the retail price of Rs.12,000 (180 EUR). The handset is a flip-phone with a push-to-open clamshell, and it has a soft feel and a solid metal hinge. Available in Xpress-On front and back covers in Storm Blue, Red, Emerald Green and Espresso Brown colors. The Nokia 7510 Supernova comes along with a music player and FM Radio too, and it also features light effects with a hidden-until-lit display and a reminder light. The handset has a 2.0-megapixel camera with NIPS, LED flash, 4x digital zoom, a 512MB microSD card, a large 2.2-inch QVGA display and Nokia web browser, with easy access to Nokia Music Store, Nokia Music PC Client and Nokia Maps 1.2 to navigate with free mapping, routing and local search. Additional features include a link to YouTube, support of A-GPS and access to the Nokia WidSets service, which enables users to share content on favorite websites through the device.

Last but not the least is the the 7610 Slider handset which will be retailed around the price of Rs 17000. It offers Xpress-On covers in a choice of a set of ’steel blue’ and ‘red’ covers offset by a muted gray front surface, or ‘bright lilac’ and ’steel blue’ contrasted against a pristine white front surface. The slide-designed handset with smooth curves, has the exclusive ‘Theme Colorizer’ feature that lets users identify and capture any color and customized look by applying captured colors to the phone’s key illumination and wallpaper. The Nokia 7610 Supernova also features a 240 x 320 pixels large display, a 3.2 megapixel autofocus camera with dual LED flash and 8x digital zoom, instant messaging and TV out for image sharing, a stereo FM radio and stereo Bluetooth support. The 98 x 48 x 15 mm large phone, weighing 99 grams, and have the capability of recording 640 x 480 pixel large videos at 30 frames/sec. With the Nokia 7610 Supernova, users can have a melodious time with a dedicated music key and access to the Nokia Music Store through the Nokia Music PC Client.

Asus PDAs, a Combined Elegance of Style and Performance

Asus launches the unique P320 Mini Stylish PDA phone through India Digital Lifestyle Distributors Pvt. Ltd. (IDLDPL). The Asus P320 will be available nationwide at the rate of Rs 12,900. Crafted with elegance, the PDA is slim and slender, and with its rounded curves it is an absolute “eye-catcher.” And along with its aesthetic appeal, it is also enhanced with advanced technical features.

Operating on the Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional platform, the P320 is fully packed with features such as GPS navigation; EDGE/GPRS and WiFi for Internet access, bluetooth, USB, and an RSS Reader function that keeps users updated about current events or website updates. The P320 also has a variety of other exclusive applications designed for user convenience, including a 2.6-inch TFT touchscreen, 128 MB Flash ROM, 64 MB DDR RAM and a 2.0 megapixel camera.

It also features the customized ‘Ur Time’ application that allows users to set up default time of four different countries on the phone desktop for quick country-specific time references. PDA users now have an edge of easy access to their much needed functions, with icons such as time, calendar, messages, weather and the media player, which all can be viewed candidly in the same window.

Edward Wang - Business Head, Mobile Communication ASUS India quoted in a recent press release that “The Asus P320 is designed stylishly and is by far the smallest Asus PDA Phone. The size of the phone is compact and handy, and it is meant not only for business professionals but is also a fashion gadget for all youngsters, students and ladies. The phone is competitively priced as ASUS would like more people to enjoy the benefits of using a PDA phone. People will find it very easy to use this phone due to our brand new ‘ASUS Today’ interface. The ASUS P320 will bring about a new wave in the PDA phone market in India with its brand new user experience.”

Asus launches MS-71 Ultra-Mini Wireless Mouse

Asus announced the launch of a new Ultra Mini Wireless Mouse. With a formidable combination of ultra-portability, improved power management and fast charging features, the Asus MS-71 Ultra-Mini Wireless Mouse is considered to be the smallest notebook mouse, operating at a frequency of 2.4GHz

The new Asus MS-71 is also known as the “1-finger Mouse.” Designed in the shape of USB device, the PC peripheral size belies its interior. It is not only compact, but also features several key innovations, including its Exclusive Power Management technology. Embedded with state-of-the-art power management capabilities, the Asus MS-71 automatically enters into a power saving mode when left idle, delivering up to 75% power savings. The product is Eco-Friendly and helps users conserve energy and reduce costs and with an enhanced protective IC for overcharging voltage protection, users can be rest assured that there would be no risk of overcharging. Additionally, its detachable USB receiver, supported with a snappy-charging dock provides easy portability and is extremely convenient for “Charging on the Move.” Requiring only 3 minutes of charging time, it has an operating usage time of 24 hours.

The Asus MS-71 Wireless Mouse has a dimension and measurement of 65.8mm, 25.1mm and 17.5mm (LWH). It provides sharp and responsive tracking for precise cursor movements with an “800 dpi Resolution,” while its 2.4 GHz RF receiver has a wireless capability of over 30m’s.
Catering to users who requires compact pointing solutions, the MS-71 Ultra-Mini Wireless Mouse is “an absolute steal and a delightful deal.” The peripheral is just ideal for compact notebooks like the ASUS Eee PC.

Delhi High Court Goes High-Tech

In a recent PTI release, KC Mittal president of the Delhi High Court Bar association’ announced that the Court is going through major renovations and a new make over. The premises of the Delhi HighCourt is supposedly going to get a complete wi-fi facility.

“We have identified 10 hot spots where the instruments would be put in place so that lawyers and others could have wireless internet access in the court premises without facing any glitches.”

The court president has consulted various authorities to implement an e-filing system so that petitions could be filed through the internet, and lawyers could contact their colleagues by just dialling the concerned chamber number.

MTNL is working on the projects of connecting all the chambers through Intercom.and the wi-fi feature is expected to be functional before the end of this month

KC Mittal has also undertaken a project to set up a railway reservation counter inside the court premises. Additionally, he also issued a statement that “Security is a major concern for us and it is also being spruced up with scanning machines being set up at the gates so that unwanted elements could be prevented from entering the court premises,” and so major steps have been taken to spruce up the security in the court complex, in view of the recent terrorist attacks targeted on court premises througout the country.

The Most Advanced ASUS ARES CG6155 Gaming Desktop PC

Good News for Gamers! ASUS, one of the leading producer of desktop Pcs,recently launched a customised and special Computer for avid Gamers.
The ASUS ARES CG6155 Desktop PC. is a powerful piece of gaming hardware.
Catering to gamers who require only the most sophisticated equipment, the Pc comprises an array of top-notch components to provide gamers with the performance and stability for every gaming need.

The Case exterior design is supposedly a mixtureof eastern and western cultures.Inspired by ancient and modern armor from both Oriental and Continental culture, it has an exotic outlook and the bulletproof looking desktopPc presents an aesthetic appeal that exude power and energy.

ARES ensuresa a secure gaming experience and a extreme system performancewith its wide range of features and is equipped with the most advanced Quad-core CPUs, 3-way SLI graphic cards and advanced factory over-clocking that boosts CPU performance by up to a percentage of 33
Additionally, gamers will enjoy the facilities and features from stae of the art technologies such as a Blu-ray optical disc drive, high-definition audio and DDRIII memory. With such a strong and powerful performance and advancrd technologies, ARES easily rules the PC games segmant and provides toverall satifaction and thrills of an ultimate gaming experience
But the downside is that there is no pricing and shipping information available as yet .

Nikon Launches 10 new cameras, the D60 and 9 others in the S, P, and L Style series

Following a world wide release in January, Nikon, the global business corporation specializing in precision equipment, imaging products and instruments has unveiled ten new cameras from its DSLR and compact COOLPIX range in India. The list of the compact digital cameras comprises the new 10.2 megapixel D60, and nine other cameras in the S, P, and L Style series, which include the COOLPIX S52, S210, S520, S550 and the S600 models. Read more

A USB Drive that makes Workspace and Your Computer Smell Better

In this rapidly developing age, the humble PC has become an essential part of our existence. Whether be at home or in corporate offices, computers are the most dependable and reliable source of our daily activities. And there are a load of accessories available for its maintenance and safe keeping.
Besides those traditional items, Debure, a Hong Kong based company has launched an innovative product ready to bring people back to their senses, literally. The company has developed a one-of-a-kind USB Scent drive that emits fragrance when connected to the computer. Aptly named as “Scent Drive,” it is priced at $ 7.00 (approximately Rs.300).

The Scent Drive diffuses fragrance when in use, and it weighs just 5 gm and has a measurement of 66 x 22 x 7mm. It packs a shiny metal alloy enclosure, between 128MB and has a storage capacity of 1 GB and USB 2.0 connectivity. It features a vented top which emits the wondrous smells of “fragrance oils” like rose or pepper mint, and the drive can be reloaded once the former scent runs dry.
Also available in the color of rose red and peppermint green, the USB flash drive collection has more than 100 stylish and sophisticated designs suitable for different moods, from “Casual Fashion Drive to Smart Elegance, Scent Drive TM also comes in a Luxury line, crystals b Swarovski, and other exotic materials.”

The company has launched its products as gifts and promotional items to Corporations worldwide, and with its growing popularity and success, “Scent Drive offers everything to everyone. Continuously we’ll bring artists to create mind-blowing artworks for you to use and wear.Scent DriveTM is ready for purchase and wear, for bespoke and communicate, and to resell and profit. No matter who you are, there are Scent DriveTM for you.”

To sum it all, what the Scent Drive does is, it burns the fragrance oil after plugging into the device and releases sweet fragrance for a great workplace and great office environment

Microsoft Gives into Public Demand and Announces the Extension of Windows XP Support Until 2014

In accordance to public demand and pressure Microsoft has finally given in. The company has decided to offer technical support for Windows XP with updates and security patches for an extended period until April 2014. However, the compnay declared that it will not go back on its decision to discontinue Windows XP sales after June 30.

This implies that after June 30, Microsoft will stop distributing Windows XP as a stand-alone product, as well as stop licensing it to PC manufacturers like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and others. However, it doesn’t mean that XP will disappear overnight. Consumers may still find copies of the software or computers pre-loaded with it for months, as stores and PC makers typically work through their inventories. Also, as per an announcement made at Computex earlier this month, the software ginat said that “’nettops’ better defined as PCs with limited hardware or ultra-low cost PCs will be available with Windows XP until the end of January 2009.”

Additionally Microsoft is allowing customers , under another program, to downgrade Vista systems to XP through a loophole in the company’s licensing terms. So those purchasing a copy of Vista will also be able to run XP at no additional cost.

Microsoft’s move to extend the deadline for technical support is primarily influenced by large business customers, who haven’t yet upgraded their systems to Windows Vista. The companies have been reluctant to switch to Vista due to the costs and heavy system requirements involved. So, the prediction from recent analysts is that “large business customers might just skip Vista and continue with XP until the release of Windows 7, which is scheduled for release in 2010.”

Imation Unveils Half Inch USB Flash Drive!

Imation has unveiled the Atom Flash Drive, a 1.5-inch long tiny portable storage device which is no larger than a paperclip and can store up to 8GB of digital files. The USB mobile storage device which will be available in different versions that can store 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB or 8 GB of data.

Weighing less than one ounce and measuring a half-inch wide, the Atom Flash Drive is the smallest USB flash drive from the Oakdale, Minnesota.-based storage vendor. The Atom Flash Drive drive is currently available at prices ranging from US$18 to $100 based on its capacity.

Analysts say that “as the prices of USB flash drives drop, the easy-to-use portable storage devices are gaining popularity among mid-size and large corporate customers to store, transport and share digital files among co-workers, business units and partners”. However, they also note that “the technology can pose significant security risks if they are lost, stolen or are handled carelessly by employees.”

It is because recent surveys such as the Ponemon Institute LLC survey of 691 IT professionals last December found that “only 25% of workers would report a lost USB flash drive, compared to 78% who would likely notify IT departments about a missing laptop.”

But the best thing about the Imation’s Atom Flash Drive is that it provides password protection and drive partitioning capabilities to secure data on the portable device. The tool supports Microsoft Windows Vista and is also compatible with Windows Vista ReadyBoost technology, which enables the USB flash drive to serve as an additional memory cache.

The Features of the ultimate data storage portability can be summed up as follows:

• Enhanced for Windows® Vista ReadyBoost
• Password protection and drive partitioning software included
• No software installation required
• Five-year limited warranty

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