Feb 01

Lately, things on the market of smartphones and mobile operating systems have been clear as possible. I witnessed a bitter duel between Android (supported by nearly all phone manufacturers) and the iOS from Apple releases that we had more or less sound and most anticipated, the new devices, ambitious and powerful. Somewhere on this confrontation have tried to come to light and other models from Nokia or BlackBerry, but without much success.

But the world has forgotten Windows Phone devices? Very famous in the past, especially until the advent of Google desserts, smart phones out of the yard of Bill Gates began to gather dust and that’s all.

However, it seems that people from Microsoft are working on a long-awaited comeback and so is that with the new Windows Phone 7.5 Mango, slowly but surely starting to make their appearance and new terminals. First responders in the mission to resuscitate the smartphone market with Windows have been those from HTC Titan launching.

Phone name inspires size, the terminal is large, the display too and it fits in the category of the diagonals of 4.7 inches less common. Somewhat logical question would be: What’s to build a plasma Windows Phone 7.5 when the operating system currently only supports resolutions of 480 x 800 pixels? Where the idea that as more and more see less and worse than better? It is perfectly true that we are dealing with a splendid Super LCD which displays a black and convincing enough contrast and brightness is enviable, but what would you do with the shameful report of 199 pixels per inch, when most phones have 300ppi?

If we look at the specifications of the terminal, Scorpion 1.5 GHz processor, 205 adrenal graphics processor, 512 MB RAM, Wi-Fi, DLNA, 16GB memory, you rightly tempted to believe that you are dealing with a titanium in multimedia.

Basically the new version of Windows Phone 7.5 Mango should bring many improvements and fill some gaps or bugs present in previous releases. He managed a better integration of social networks, synchronizing contacts and messages from the phone with those of Facebook or Twitter. Another positive aspect would be easy implementation more or less success of the idea of ​​multitasking. If we back button open applications will appear in the number of 6 and every new opening, the last of the list will be closed. Since Windows still talking about a terminal I find hilarious that he still discussed the semi-multitasking.

So, HTC Titan may be regarded as a somewhat exotic specimen. This phone needs updates closing and elimination of bugs, but still sold at a price equal to the most titled Android rival: about $600. From this point of view there are two scenarios: either outright price is adjusted, or are delivered as soon as the necessary updates. Without one of the two variants, HTC Titan is likely to remain an exotic phone.



Jan 31

Samsung Galaxy Ace is the solution offered by means of a smartphone from Samsung, between Galaxy and Galaxy mini S 2, both in terms of the specification and sizes.

Initially shipped with 2.2 version, the software now comes with Froyo and Gingerbread 2.3 version. Memory can be increased by adding a microSD card up to 32GB (2GB included).
Navigating through the menu and use the basic function is to urge, application shortcuts are placed directly on the desktop. Auto rotate function has a response time instantly.

PRO:
- Android 2.3 Gingerbread.
- 5 MP camera with flash, auto focus and smile detection.
- The screen is protected by Gorilla glass, plus resistance to drops and when it is pressed down.
- Dual-band 3G for the city and 900 mh 2100mh for national coverage.
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, with the ability to share.
- GPS navigation support Google.
- Install applications directly on the card.
- Preinstalled Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
- File Manager and Task Manager installed quickly accessible.

AGAINST

- Does not record 720p only QVGA and at 15 fps.
- Lack of Flash support in web.
- Storage space of only 158 MB.



Jan 30

UPDATE: Samsung Galaxy S Advance i9070 was officially announced and is ready for release during February.

Samsung presents an improved version of the popular Galaxy S i9000 Smartphone model.

Samsung GT-I9070 Galaxy S Advance welcomes us with a refreshed design, which includes a curved screen to use more natural touch interface and 3.5 mm jack connector for attaching your favorite headset. But the piece of resistance is its dual-core at 1 GHz, which raises the performance of Galaxy S Advance at a competitive level to the beginning of the year 2012.

Included first for Galaxy S series, the dual-core processor open new options for the Android operating system, delivered on version 2.3.6 Gingerbread for now, but with the prospect of upgrading to the version Ice Cream Sandwich.

The remaining specifications are almost unchanged from the original i9000 Galaxy S with a 4 inch screen that uses the same Super AMOLED matrix at 480×800 pixel resolution and on its back is also a 5MP camera with 720p resolution recording mode. The Li-Ion 1500 mAh capacity is kept unchanged so that we can expect a slightly reduced autonomy for GT-I9070 and the dual-core processor with slightly increased power consumption.

Samsung GT-I9070 Galaxy S Advance could be officially presented next month at Mobile World Congress.



Jan 29

Motorola and Verizon Wireless showed off the first smartphone Droid Bionic at CES 2011. Now, almost nine months later, this high-speed smartphone finally hit the market. It was the first phone to run on Verizon’s 4G network, but it just might be best.

Verizon says taht Motorola Droid Bionic is the thinnest 4G phone, measuring just 0.43 inches thick. It’s a bit bulky side, though, as Bionic Droid stands 5 cm tall by 2.6 inches wide. That’s just about the same size as the Motorola Sprint 4G photon, and is big enough to make a very small aspect iPhone 4 in comparison. As 4G Photon, weighs 5.6 oz Bionic Droid.

While they are the same size, Bionic Droid and 4G Photon are significantly different in shape. If the Photon 4G sports an angular look, Bionic Droid is a more traditional rectangular phone. That’s not a bad thing, however: his face shining glass, slightly curved edges and soft-touch back gray, Bionic Droid is beautiful.

The front screen of the phone is dominated by its 4.3-inch qHD, which has a resolution of 960 by 540 pixels. Screen is certainly large and very bright – is equipped with a coating that makes it easier to see outdoors – text and images looked beautiful clear. But even with high resolution, this screen can not compare with the iPhone Display retina. When viewed side by side, text and images on the Droid Bionic slightly pixilated and grainy were compared with their looks good on display iPhone 4.

Below the display, Droid Bionic has four touch sensitive buttons: menu, home, back, and search. Like the touch screen itself, the buttons are nicely responsive – and they are more attractive than physical buttons that some Android phones such as Samsung Conquer 4G sport.

Bionic Droid includes some standard fare media, such as a basic media player, access to Amazon MP3 downloads, and a YouTube application. You also NFL Mobile App, which allows you to watch live video, access fantasy teams, and more. In addition, phone support DLNA so you can connect to compatible devices such as set-top box.

What’s even more impressive, however, is included in the phone application ZumoCast. It provides remote access to files stored on your PC. When you run the application on your phone and PC at the same time, you can access content wirelessly from your desktop, including documents, photos, videos, music and playlists right on your phone. It is an incredibly convenient way to share content between devices.



Jan 28

The collaboration between LG and Prada to grab before the launch of two mobile phones. On its official name Prada Phone by LG 3.0, the third terminal was officially announced today. Even for a user who is not related to fashion, the terminal is very attractive. Nova screen diagonal 4.3 “480×800 pixel resolution is and boasts a brightness of 800 cd / sqm.
LG Prada 3.0 has a rear camera of 8 MP with LED that can shoot full HD. The housing cover is decorated with Prada Saffiano texture. LG has announced that the phone will receive an update to Android Ice Cream Sandwich. LG Prada 3.0 will be commercially available early next year at a price to be announced.

On screen 4.3 “(480×800 pixels) type Nova Plus version 2.3 will run the Android operating system. It will have a specific theme black series handset LG PRADA. Engines is provided by a TI chipset dual core processor at 1 GHz and are available for storage and 8 GB microSD slot internal memory. The list of specifications we find support HSPA, WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0 module and NFC. Some stores in the UK have confirmed that they will soon sell LG PRADA 3.0, without subscription at a price of around € 510.