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Apple brings iTunes Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager to India

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 05:59 AM PST

Apple is bringing tablet education to India through its iTunes Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager. Apple has just expanded the availability of its iTunes Textbooks to 51 countries and the availability of iTunes Course U Manager to 70 countries. With the expansion of its iTunes Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager, Apple hopes to sell more tablets in more countries in the education sector. Apple iTunes Textbooks are modernized textbooks that offer a glorious full screen textbook experience that is complete with interactive animations, 3D diagrams, photo galleries, tap-to-play videos and more modern features that are not possible on the regular text books. In the iTunes Textbooks, there are nearly 25,000 educational titles created by either independent publishers, teachers or leading publications. The iTunes U Course Manager application, which is free on the iOS App store, makes way for educators to quickly and easily share their knowledge and resources directly with their class or to a global audience on iTunes U. From the student's perspective, with this free application, one can access the world's largest online catalogue of free educational content from top schools, leading universities and prominent institutions. Using the iTunes U Course manager, teachers can integrate their own documents as ...

Samsung Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy S3 Android KitKat update rumored to arrive by March-end

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 05:21 AM PST

Samsung finally started rolling out Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Note 3 last week. According to a new report from Android Geeks, the Galaxy Note 2 and the Galaxy S3 devices would get the KitKat update by the end of March. Even though the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 got the Android 4.3 update in India back in November 2013, soon after it rolled out for the Galaxy S4, the Samsung Galaxy S3 got the Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) update just few weeks back, after a long delay. Even though the Android 4.3 to 4.4 is just a minor upgrade, the update is just available for the Note 3 only in two countries so far. The new Android 4.4.2 update for these devices would bring new Status bar icons, new printing feature in settings,new full-screen immerse mode, performance improvements and more. The update is expected to roll out for the Note 3 users gradually, while the Galaxy S4 users continue to wait, even though we had already seen some leaked KitKat firmwares for the device. It would be a great treat for Samsung users, if Samsung rolls out the KitKat update for these devices by March.

Intel introduces Android-based Education Tablet with 10.1-inch HD display, Atom Z2520 processor

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 04:50 AM PST

Intel has introduced its first Android-based Education Tablet reference design aimed at students and schools. The tablet has Education materials for students, and tools for teachers to manage e-learning classrooms. It is a part of Intel Education Solutions which has Intel Education Software that includes tools for 21st century learning, communication, collaboration, problem solving, critical thinking and literary skills. This tablet is rugged, which can withstand 70 cm drop, has IP52 rating for dust and water resistance. It has also introduced classmate PC running on Windows 8.1 and Intel Celeron processor N2806 at the Bett 2014 in London, which is also aimed at education. The tablet comes with a range of useful educational accessories including, Active stylus Snap-on magnification lens Plug-in thermal (temperature sensor) probe for experiments that plugs into the tablet's audio jack Intel Education Tablet (ECS-TR10CD1) specifications 10.1-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS LCD 5-point multi-touch display Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) 1.2 GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2520 processor 5MP rear camera 1.26MP front-facing camera 70cm drop-resistance, IPS2 for dust and water-resistance 1GB LPDDR2 RAM, 8/16/32GB internal storage, micro SD card slot 3G (Optional ), WiFi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, NFC (Optional), Micro HDMI, GPS (Optional) Up to 12 hours of battery life The HP Classmate Notebook PC, commercial product based on the new ...

Candy Crush Saga developer King now owns ‘Candy’ word

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 04:43 AM PST

Candy Crush Saga is one of the most popular games in the recent times and its popularity is a clear proof from the fact that it was the most downloaded game in 2013. All around the globe, there are more than a million fans for the game that is available on the web, on Android and iOS platforms. Developer King released the game on April 12, 2012 on Facebook and ever since, its popularity has been exploding through the roofs. The game was available on iOS platform on November 14, 2012 and on Android a month later(Dec 14, 2012). Because of its immense popularity, the developers decided to trademark the word 'Candy'. The European Union has handed the trademark to the company and the company plans to use it only against the illegitimate uses. The trademark obtained from EU not only applies to computer games, but also applies to a wide variety of apparels like clothes and footwear. The company's spokesman Martin Bunge-Meyer has said "We don't enforce against all uses of "candy" - some are legitimate and of course, we would not ask app developers who use the term legitimately to stop doing so". Candy Crush Saga is free to download on ...

Nokia Lumia 525 Camera Samples

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 04:26 AM PST

The Nokia Lumia 525, a newly launched device that we unboxed recently, has been known to be a slightly upgraded variant of the Lumia 520. It carries almost exactly the same spec sheet and hardware except for the RAM, which has been upped to 1 GB for obvious reasons. With an incredibly small change in hardware, one would expect everything else to remain the same. But that is not the case with the 525, because it comes with Lumia Black firmware update out of the box, which brings some algorithm-level changes to the already robust camera interface, the Nokia Camera. So, does this change the 520/5's camera performance in any way? Lets find out from some of our camera samples. Armed with a 5 Megapixel sensor capable of taking 720p videos, we set out to test the camera in various conditions, and here are all the samples in full resolution below(click to open) Daylight [gallery ids="94141,94142,94143,94144,94145,94146" link="file"] Macro [gallery ids="94150,94151,94152,94153,94154,94155" link="file"] Lowlight [gallery ids="94156,94157,94158,94159,94160,94161" link="file"] Video Sample httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAoRLd8bKdU Thoughts on the camera performance - Very similar to the Lumia 520 camera performance. Washes out the colour sometimes, but enough detail on a day light photo, especially coming at this price segment. Low light pictures are decidedly average. Macro pictures some times have blown out ...

Huawei Ascend P6 S with 4.7-inch 720p display, 1.6 GHz quad-core processor launched in China

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 03:46 AM PST

Huawei has launched the Ascend P6 S, the successor of last year's Ascend P6 in China. It has a 4.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) display based on in-cell LCD screen technology, similar to the Ascend P6, but this one is powered by a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Huawei's own Emotion UI 2.0 on top. It is not clear if this uses quad-core Huawei HiSilicon processor. It has a 8-megapixel rear camera with BSI sensor, F2.0 aperture and 1080P full HD video recording and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. It is slightly thicker than the P6, but weighs 120 grams, similar to the P6. It also comes with dual SIM support with dual standby. Huawei Ascend P6 S specifications 4.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) capacitive touch screen display based on in-cell LCD screen technology 1.6 GHz quad-core processor Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) with Emotion UI 8MP camera with BSI sensor, F2.0 aperture,  4cm macro lens 1080P full HD video recording and playback Dual SIM (micro SIM) with dual standby 5-megapixel front-facing camera 6.48 mm thick and weighs 120 grams 2GB RAM, 16GB internal memory 3G HSPA+, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n,  Bluetooth 4.0,  GPS, USB OTG, NFC 2000 mAh battery The Huawei Ascend P6 S comes in Black and White colors and is priced at 2688 ...

Xolo Q3000 Camera Samples

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 02:43 AM PST

Xolo just launched their Xolo Q3000 and it is their latest flagship device. The Xolo Q3000 is a huge device and has a 5.7inch Full HD 1080p display. With a quad-core MediaTek MT6589T processor under the hood, it joins the league of MediaTek powered Full HD smartphones in the mid-range segment. The Xolo Q3000 is a solidly build device, but is just too big for most people. Like most phones that it competes with, it comes with a 13MP camera on the back and a 5MP camera on the front. The specifications of Xolo Q3000 are 5.7-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD capacitive touch screen IPS display 1.5 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6589T processor with PowerVR SGX544 GPU Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) Dual SIM (GSM + GSM) 13MP rear camera with BSI 2 sensor, LED Flash, 1080p video recording 5MP front-facing camera with BSI sensor Full HD 1080p video recording and playback Dimensions - 81.6×164.8×8.9 mm 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio Accelerometer, Magnetometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor 2GB RAM, 16GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 32GB with MicroSD 3G (HSDPA: 42.2 Mbps, HSUPA:  11.5 Mbps), WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, MHL, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, USB OTG 4000 mAh battery The Xolo Q3000 comes with a 13MP rear camera with BSI 2 sensor and an LED ...

Metis Eddy Android-based Kids learning tablet launched in India for Rs. 9999

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 02:41 AM PST

Metis Learning, an education start-up has launched Eddy, the company's first Android-based learning tablet for kids. The tablet comes with 150 learning games that are linked to school curriculum, covering key learning areas including language, math and creativity.  These games are highly engaging, violence-free and enjoyable for children. It is targeted at children aged 2-10 years and has educator-selected learning content. HCL,  Swipe and Binatone had already launched their own Android-based tablets for Kids, but this seem promising based on its features and hardware. Features of Metis Eddy tablet Kid safe platform - Violence free & parent controlled environment, the Eddy zone. Time Management - Parents have complete control on the amount of time their child spends on Eddy. Multiple profiles - Allows parents to create 3 child profiles with different settings, to ensure that each child has a personalized learning experience. Access to Google Play  Food grade, shock absorbing cover  reduces the possibility of damage Metis Eddy tablet specifications 7-inch (1024 x 600 pixels) 5 point multi-touch  display Android 4.2  (Jelly Bean) OS 1.6 GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor 2MP rear camera 0.3MP (VGA) front-facing camera 3.5mm audio jack, Built-in Mic 3G (via dongle),WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, mini HDMI out, USB OTG 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory , 32GB expandable memory with microSD 3200 mAh battery Commenting on Eddy's launch, Bharat Gulia, CEO, Metis Learning said There is no denying the fact that today's 21st century child ...

Sony releases Xperia Z1′s Timeshift burst app on Google Play, available for select Xperia devices

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 02:07 AM PST

Sony Mobile has released the Timeshift burst app on Google Play that would let users with select (Xperia Z, Xperia  ZL,  Xperia Z Ultra and Xperia  Tablet Z) Xperia users to use the feature. This app captures 61 frames in 2 seconds starting even before you press the shutter, just like HTC One. Once it is captured, you can scroll back and forth to select the perfect image. It also comes pre-loaded in new smartphones such as Xperia T2. This application is perfect for action shots of moving subjects, says Sony. The app also lets you keep all that 61 images that it capture,s if you need them. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsf0uK1SaBs Instructions to use the Timeshift burst app Start your camera and set it to Timeshift burst mode To capture any scene, just press the camera key 61 thumbnails will show up on your screen Swipe the thumbnail images to move back and forth in time of the burst View all frames in a burst sequence by selecting the Timeshift icon on the lower right hand side of a Timeshift burst photo Download Timeshift burst

Todoist Next update for Android and iOS brings Collaboration, Visual scheduling and more

Posted: 22 Jan 2014 01:00 AM PST

Todoist To-do-list app gets a new Todoist Next update for Android, iPhone and iPad, that brings a new streamlined design, lots of new features such as collaboration, visual scheduling and more. The to-do list app is now available for 13 platforms. The collaboration feature is free, which is definitely one of the best features compared to other To-Do List or Task List apps. New features in Todoist for Android and iOS Collaborate with anyone across 13 different platforms, including top-rated mobile apps for iOS and Android. Collaboration includes delegating tasks, discussing to-dos, and getting notified when changes happen; New streamlined design that lets you focus on your tasks; New visual scheduling makes it easy to plan your days; Real time sync for everyone– never think about syncing again. We make sure your data is everywhere you are and it's pushed in real time. A freemium user can invite 5 people to a project for a total of 6 people. A Premium user will be able to invite 25 to a project. Download Todoist (Free) - Android | iPhone and iPad

Nokia Lumia 1320 Unboxing

Posted: 21 Jan 2014 11:41 PM PST

The Nokia Lumia 1320 is part of the two new phablets announced by the Finnish company some time back. Announced alongside the 1520, the device follows the large screen trend and brings a massive 6 inch display to the table. Under the hood you find a 1.7 Ghz Dual Core Snapdragon 400 processor which is paired with 1GB of RAM. A 5MP camera is located at the back of the phone while a 0.3MP shooter can be seen up front. The 6 inch display has a resolution of 1280 x 720 and has a Gorilla Glass 3 coating on top. Owing to the large display, an additional column of tiles can be pinned on the screen. The phone ships with the Lumia Black update that brings several Nokia specific additions to the OS.  httpv://youtu.be/9YPnriph1w4 Nokia Lumia 1320 specifications 6-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD LCD IPS Super sensitive display and Gorilla Glass 3 protection 1.7 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400processor Windows Phone 8 OS 5MP Auto Focus camera with LED flash, 1080p HD recording at 30 fps VGA front-facing camera Dimensions - 164.25 x 85.9 x 9.79 mm  Weight - 220 grams 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, micro SD card support up to 64GB 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, HD Voice, HAAC mic 4G LTE/ 3G ...

Intex Aqua i15 with 6-inch qHD display, Cloud Y12, Y11, X11 and X1+ appear on official website

Posted: 21 Jan 2014 11:12 PM PST

Intex Aqua Curve in the Aqua series appeared on the official Intex website yesterday, now Intex Aqua i15 with a 6-inch qHD display has appeared on official website along with four new Cloud series smartphones,  Cloud Y12, Cloud Y11, Cloud X11 and Cloud X1+ smartphones. The Cloud Y12 is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor, which would compete with recently launched Micromax Canvas XL A119. Intex Aqua i15 specifications 6-inch (960 ×540 pixels) touchscreen IPS display 1.3 GHz quad-core MT6582 processor Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) OS Dual SIM with dual standby Dimensions – 168.5 x 85.5 x 9.0mm; weight: 190 grams 8MP rear camera with LED Flash 2MP front-facing camera 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 512MB RAM, 4GB of internal memory (1.7 GB user memory), expandable memory up to 32GB with microSD 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth with A2DP, GPS / aGPS 2400 mAh battery Colors: Black, White and Blue The Cloud Y12 has a 4-inch FWVGA screen, 2-megapixel rear camera with flash, and the Cloud Y11 comes with a 4-inch WVGA screen and a 2-megapixel rear camera. Both these phones are powered by dual-core processors, comes with a VGA front-facing camera and runs on Android 4.2. The Intex Cloud X11 has a 3.5-inch HVGA screen, powered by a dual-core processor and comes with a 2-megapixel rear camera with flash and a VGA front-facing ...

Moto G India launch details to be announced on February 5th, says Motorola

Posted: 21 Jan 2014 09:41 PM PST

Motorola Moto G was expected to be launched in India later this month, now Motorola has officially announced that India launch details would be unveiled on February 5th 2014.  At the Moto G launch back in November, Motorola announced that the Moto G would be available in India early January 2014, but it didn't happen. Motorola launched the dual SIM version of the Moto G in Australia, Malaysia and Dubai recently. We already know that Dual SIM Moto G would launch in India this year, but it is not clear if we can expect the Dual SIM or single SIM variant of the Moto G in India. Motorola Moto G specifications 4.5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) edge-to-edge display at 329 ppi with Corning Gorilla Glass protection 1.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with Adreno 305 GPU Dual SIM (Optional) Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) with option to upgrade to Android 4.4 (KitKat) 5MP rear camera with LED flash, 720p HD video recording at 30fps 1.3MP front-facing camera 6.0-11.6 mm thick (curve) and weighs 143 grams 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 720p HD video playback 1GB RAM, 8GB/16GB internal memory 3G, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, GLONASS 2070 mAh battery Hope we can expect the most expected Motorola Moto G in India early February. We will bring you more details about the launch soon.  We already reviewed the phone last year. Check out our Motorola Moto G ...

Sony launches WiFi only Xperia Z Ultra in Japan

Posted: 21 Jan 2014 08:56 PM PST

The long rumored and anticipated WiFi only version of the Sony Xperia Z Ultra is now official and the mini tablet will soon be available in Sony's home turf of Japan. Priced at a smidgen under $500, you get a 6.4 inch Triluminos Display, Snapdragon 800 processor that make for a very handy device that is almost a tablet, just a bit more portable. The IP58 certification, slim shell further contribute to making it a rather interesting miniature tablet. In our Xperia Z Ultra review we found it to be just a bit too big to be used as a phone, with the radio components out of the picture, we should be able to look at the Z Ultra WiFi edition in a new light ie as a very portable tablet like crossover device.  Sony Xperia Z Ultra specifications 6.4 inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Triluminos Display with X-Reality for Mobiles 2.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 (MSM8074) processor Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) Pen input with stylus 8MP Primary Camera with Exmos RS sensor, HDR photos & videos, 1080p video recording. 2MP front-facing camera with 1080p video recording 6.5mm thick and weighs 212 grams IP55 / IP58 rating for dust and water resistance 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio with RDS 2GB RAM,  16GB internal memory, Upto ...
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