Rabu, 01 September 2010

Sony Ericsson A8i - Android smartphone with support for TD-SCDMA

Sony Ericsson has announced the release svokego first smartphone for mobile networks TD-SCDMA. This standard is used in the Chinese market operator China Mobile. The new model called Sony Ericsson A8i released in China in the next quarter. It works on the basis of a software platform Open Mobile System (OMS) 2.0, which, in turn, is built on Android. Sony Ericsson A8i equipped with a 3.5-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels and a 5 megapixel camera with LED flash.


In addition, the new Sony Ericsson for the Chinese market to support wireless standards Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with stereoprofilem A2DP, as well as the local version of mobile TV CMMB (China Multimedia Mobile Broadcasting). Also Sony Ericsson A8i slot for microSD memory card and 3.5 mm audio jack. Finally, the model supports services operator. Both companies, like Sony Ericsson, and China Mobile, expressed hope to strengthen cooperation and conclusion in the Chinese market in the future new, promising products.

Netbook HP Mini 5103 will receive a new dual-core chip Intel Atom N550

New business netbook HP Mini 5103 received a certificate of organization of Energy Star and its site features user manual for this model. From here we can learn some details about the device. More precisely, there is stated that for a netbook will have the option of a new dual-core Intel N550. Model HP Mini 5103 was introduced in Italy earlier this month, we already wrote about this in the news. Originally it was built on single-core chips, Intel N455 or N475, but now has and the new processor, even though the "old" you can still choose to configure it.


Otherwise, the characteristics of the HP Mini 5103 has not changed. The netbook is still equipped with 2 GB of RAM, integrated graphics, hard drive capacity 320 GB, wireless modules and so on. Other management options include touch screen and keyboard with protection from splashes. Previously, the cost HP Mini 5103 was the Italian company's website from 482 to 597 euros, it is not clear how the price affects the availability of new processor.

Another alternative iPad - tablet ViewSonic Viewpad 7 on the basis of Android 2.2

ViewSonic Company officially introduced its first Android tablet - model ViewSonic Viewpad 7 with 7-inch capacitive touch screen with multi-touch and a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. It works on the newest version at the moment of the operating system - Android 2.2. New products will be shown at IFA 2010, which starts a few days in Berlin. ViewSonic Viewpad 7 is equipped with a wireless module Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 3G, in addition, to his credit - just two built-in camera: VGA front and 3 megapixel on the back of the chassis.


Also, the tablet ViewSonic Viewpad 7 is equipped with an accelerometer that automatically rotates the image on the screen when changing its position from vertical to horizontal and vice versa. Other features worth noting slot for memory cards format microSD (supports cards up to 32 GB), GPS receiver, interface support USB, VOIP telephony and conventional voice communication. With ViewSonic Viewpad 7 can read e-books, implemented, and access to the online store application Android Market. The cost of the tablet will be about 350 pounds ($ 541), he will probably soon after the announcement at IFA.

Philips GoGear Connect - Android media player with 3.2-inch touchscreen

Philips has confirmed that, in full accordance with the rumors prepared a media player, GoGear Connect, which debuted at the next trade fair IFA 2010 in Berlin. Philips GoGear Connect - is a portable multimedia player based on the operating system Android (version does not mention, perhaps it is 2.1). It supports applications for this platform, noted the company, that is, we are talking about access to the online store application Android Market. Philips GoGear Connect is equipped with 3.2-inch touch screen, and for high-quality sound he meets technology FullSound.


In addition, the novelty supports wireless Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, a built-in camera for photos and video, as well as a slot for memory cards format microSD. Technology Philips Songbird media player allows you to synchronize with your computer wirelessly Bluetooth. Dimensions Philips GoGear Connect up 113h59h12, 6 mm, and weight - 128 grams. The device goes on sale in Western Europe, USA and China by the end of October, it recommended price - 249 euros for 16 GB version.

EVGA X58 SLI3 - motherboard supports USB 3.0 and SATA 6.0 Gbps

The company presented the motherboard EVGA X58 SLI3 Form Factor ATX, talking about which was still at Computex 2010 in June this year. It is based on the chipset and supports Intel X58/ICH10R processors in the performance of LGA 1366, including, quad and six core Intel Core i7. In this motherboard provides six slots for DDR3-1600 memory and it supports up to 24 GB of RAM. In addition, there are three slots PCI-Express x16 to install multiple video cards (support SLI mode, and CrossFireX).


EVGA X58 SLI3 also equipped with two ports USB 3.0, two SATA 6.0 Gbps, six SATA 3.0 Gbps, eight USB 2.0 and Gigabit Ethernet. This motherboard supports multi-channel audio 7.1, and provides several additional buttons - Clear CMOS, Power and Reset. The scheme of supply of this decision - 6 2 Phase. New motherboard EVGA X58 SLI3 already gone on sale, its value is $ 200.

Debut Motorola Milestone 2 - European twin brother of powerful Droid 2 on OS Android 2.2 and 1 GHz chip

Company Motorola, officially presented smartphone Motorola Milestone February. As you might guess from the name, this version of the American Motorola Droid 2 for sale in Europe and other regions. The company apparently did not "reinvent the wheel" and decided to repeat the experience with the original Droid / Milestone. In addition, YouTube is already possible to find a promotional video Motorola Milestone 2. Apparently, the new smartphone differs from Motorola Droid 2 only cellular standards. Motorola Milestone 2 is made in the form factor and QWERTY slider is equipped with 3.7-inch touchscreen 854h480 pixels.


New works by Android 2.2 OS and has all the advantages of this platform, including Adobe Flash Player 10.1, and the function of a mobile access point (to connect to 3G networks up to 5 devices on Wi-Fi). MOTOBLUR interface is also provided. Smartphone Motorola Milestone 2 is based on 1 GHz processor, equipped with a 5 megapixel camera with dual LED flash and video recording 720p and supports up to 40 GB of memory (obviously, 8 GB and 32 GB of built-in - the cards microSD). The device also comes equipped with wireless module Wi-Fi 802.11n (supporting DLNA) and Bluetooth 2.1, 3,5 mm jack and a GPS receiver.

In addition, for Motorola Milestone 2 available accessories: car cradle and multimedia docking station, and they fit for the original Motorola Milestone. Release of the new smartphone will be held in Europe, fourth quarter of this year, its value has not yet announced.

LG Optimus Pad - a thin plate based Android

LG Electronics, a clear, decided to expand the range of Optimus not only at the expense of smartphones and communicators, but the tablets. In the event Dealer Days LG 2010 she showed a presentation, where there was a slide with a device called LG Optimus Pad. The model resembles the increased tachfon - long, narrow and full touch screen panel. Apparently, LG has decided not to lag behind competitors and to present its alternative to the tablet, as Apple iPad and Samsung Galaxy Tab.


At the same slide, there is a short description of the device, although there are a few details. Saying only that the operating system LG Optimus Pad - Android, but also notes that the tablet is a thin and light. No technical characteristics of new items not yet disclosed, but LG has promised to talk about them later. It may well be an excellent occasion for the official announcement and demonstration of the tablet LG Optimus Pad will be the coming exhibition IFA 2010, which starts in Berlin in the coming days.