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- Toshiba Folio 100 Hands-On [Video]
- Phillips GoGear Connect Hands-On [Video]
- Samsung Confirms Android 3.5 Honeycomb For Tablets
- Samsung Galaxy Tab Hands-On, [Pics and Video]
- Samsung Galaxy Tab Officially Announced
- Verizon Fascinate Commercial Available For Your Viewing Pleasure
- Justin.tv Added To The Marketplace, Another Android Streaming Option
- Angry Birds Beta Available Friday In The Marketplace, Update
- T-Mobile G2 Pricing Leaked
| Toshiba Folio 100 Hands-On [Video] Posted: 02 Sep 2010 11:05 AM PDT All this Android tablet talk here recently has made us want to get our hands on a lot of these devices, and that time is finally here. Toshiba’s Folio 100 compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab is one huge device. With that being said, we are a tad bit disappointed that it will not make it to the US. Beside that point, the tablet has a 10 inch display with 4 finger muliti-touch, and is powered by NVIDIA's Tegra 2 chipset.
Though the device is big, it is very slim and wide screen movies and videos look beautiful on it. We did notice, on the bigger screen that Android was not completely ready for the large tablet prime time, however Toshiba has provided their workarounds to make the tablet more user friendly. Getting into the specifications, the Folio 100 is equipped with 16GB of internal storage, SD card slot, full size and mini USB ports, 3.5mm headphone jack, HDMI port, along with a web cam on front. The back has a texturized grip to help you hold on to it and the battery life is supposed to last you around 7 hours. The Folio 100 will launch in Q4 of this year with Android 2.2, with a mention of it possibly being upgraded to 3.0 as early as Q1 of next year. The Folio will be priced at £329 ($505) and we can only hope that Toshiba might change their mind later and consider bringing this to the US market. [via SlashGear]                      ) |
| Phillips GoGear Connect Hands-On [Video] Posted: 02 Sep 2010 10:22 AM PDT We have gotten a chance to get our hands on another device at IFA-2010, which is a PMP player by Phillips called the GoGear Connect. First we will start by saying we are not quite sure why Phillps did not go ahead and make a phone out of this, maybe that is the next step for them. The PMP player is very much competition for the iPod Touch and the Zune and looks like it will be very competitive with both devices.
The device features a 3.2 inch capacitive display (lacking mulit-touch) and has storage options of 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB, along with an SD card slot that will support up to 32GB also. Should be great if you have a lot of music, you could have 64GB of storage if you wanted. The GoGear Connect will have full access to the market and runs Android 2.1 with Phillips media software, and is said to be upgraded to 2.2 in the near future. It will connect to the internet with Wi-Fi b/g/n, has Bluetooth 2.1 and USB 2.0, also included is a 2 megapixel camera that will shoot pictures and video There is a speaker and microphone incorporated in that should allow you to make VoIP calls if you would like. GPS is available with Google Maps but does require an internet connection, so that would force you to tether the device if you wanted to use it for navigation on the go. The device seemed to be pretty snappy with a little lag here and there, and a crash or two, but these are demo units and that is to be expected. A trackball was included in this device, which is something we do not see a lot of anymore, and looks very nice with its aluminum outfit it wears up to the screen. Pricing for the player is set to start off at €249 ($320) and is a little pricey we were thinking. We will surely get a review unit and have more hands on info for you, but right now go ahead and check out the hands-on pictures and video. [via SlashGear]                  ) |
| Samsung Confirms Android 3.5 Honeycomb For Tablets Posted: 02 Sep 2010 09:26 AM PDT Samsung is on a roll here. They announced the Galaxy Tab and along with it, they mentioned Google’s Android version 3.5 will be coming for their tablets in the future. During the Q&A session they mentioned that they will have larger tablets coming in the future, that will be based on Android 3.5 Honeycomb, which Google has not even announced yet.
Samsung did say that the Galaxy Tab will be upgraded to 3.0 Gingerbread when it is available (expected late this year.) Nothing for Honeycomb was confirmed at all from Samsung, but they did mention it will be tailored more for larger screen tablets. Until we get more details on this, head on over to our Galaxy Tab hands on HERE and tell us what you think. [via SlashGear] ) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab Hands-On, [Pics and Video] Posted: 02 Sep 2010 09:03 AM PDT Finally, Samsung has officially come out into the open with their much talked about Galaxy Tab. First impressions for us are, by the looks of things, this is in direct competition with the iPad on a smaller scale. You will notice that the user interface is very much like the Galaxy S phones that we have come to know so well, here in the past months. It appears in the hand that it fits quite nicely, and it will be easier to manipulate with one hand when compared to its 10 inch metal competition. It does have a plastic feel to the tablet but not in a way that made us want to say that it feels cheap.
Samsung has included the Kobo/Zinio ereader app along with a new email and calendar app. Samsung also has included their own market in to the Tab along with the regular Google Marketplace. There was only one app available in their application store and it was a remote that allow you to control a Samsung TV. We are sure that there will be more available in time. As far as accessories the only one available to view was Samsung’s HDMI dock, which is basically a stand with an HDMI port on the side and the dock connector on the back. Looking at games and video this tablet has a beautiful display and the games are really responsive. We are looking forward to getting a review unit in our possession to put this thing through some pressure test. Is it better than the iPad? Of course it is it runs Android. Seriously though we hope to see this thing take a good hold in the market. Despite what a lot of people think, this could be a real competitor in the market. Pricing might make all the difference, and as time rolls by we will iron of some details on that also. [via SlashGear]                        ) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab Officially Announced Posted: 02 Sep 2010 08:17 AM PDT It is official everyone, Samsung has announced the Galaxy Tab in their press release as expected. It has all the goodies that we have been hearing about and have expected. It is a 7 inch, 1024 x 600 touchscreen with Android 2.2 aboard, and Samsung’s TouchWiz skin is sitting on top. Powering it is the 1GHz Hummingbird processor, that will support Flash 10.1 and with 16GB or 32GB model options.
The 3G options incorporated into the device are HSUPA-capable triband 900/1900/2100 modem (along with quadband GSM/EDGE), also with that we have WiFi a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0. There is a 1.3 megapixel camera on front for video chatting and a 3 megapixel camera on rear. Samsung is claiming that they will have a talk time of up to 1,000 minutes and 1,500 hours of standby which is saying a lot for the battery life. No official word on the pricing is available yet but they say it will be available, in mid September for Europe followed by, Korea, US and Asia in the coming months. Feel free to check out the press release below and we have some hands on pictures and videos coming really soon. Press Release “Samsung GALAXY Tab Opens a New Chapter in Mobile Industry A New Smart Media Device, surpasses mobile boundaries, allowing you to enjoy more possibilities on the go Berlin, Germany, September 2nd, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in mobile technology, today announced the launch of the Samsung GALAXY Tab (Model: GT-P1000). Powered by Android Operating System 2.2, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the first of the company's tablet devices, representing a new category of mobile products for Samsung. The Samsung GALAXY Tab brings together all of Samsung's leading innovations to provide users with more capabilities while on the move. Consumers are able to experience PC-like web-browsing and enjoy all forms of multimedia content on the perfectly sized 7-inch display, wherever they go. Moreover, users can continuously communicate via e-mail, voice and video call, SMS/MMS or social network with the optimized user interface. "Samsung recognizes the tremendous growth potential in this newly created market and we believe that the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a unique and open proposition to market. There is a new and emerging consumer demand that Samsung can satisfy since mobile is in our DNA. This demand continues to grow and develop as users tap its limitless potential," said JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. "The Samsung GALAXY Tab has been designed to enable consumers to maximize their online experience wherever that may be. The Samsung GALAXY Tab is pushing the market in new directions and Samsung believes this is only the beginning of its innovations as pioneers in smart media devices." A new concept of mobility for media As a new category of device, the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a wealth of mobile experiences. Its striking 7" TFT-LCD display delivers exciting mobile experience for watching films, viewing pictures, e-reading or sharing documents. In design, its light (380g) build provides perfect portability, with its svelte dimensions making it easy to grip and use. Supporting the latest Adobe Flash Player 10.1, the Samsung GALAXY Tab fully supports swift, seamless viewing of every single page of the web. The 'Readers Hub,' Samsung's unique e-reading application, provides easy access to a vast digital library – from classical literature to the latest bestsellers and reference materials. At the same time, Samsung unveils 'Media Hub,' a gateway to a world of films and videos, and 'Music Hub,' an application giving access to a wide range of music tunes. The Samsung GALAXY Tab has made rich communication truly mobile; it presents a level of converged technology that moves beyond mobile or PC to an entirely new category. Users have new powers to consume, create and communicate from wherever they are. Powerful, always-on communication With 3G HSPA connectivity, 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth® 3.0, the Samsung GALAXY Tab enhances users' mobile communication on a whole new level. Video conferencing and push email on the large 7-inch display make communication more smooth and efficient. For voice telephony, the Samsung GALAXY Tab turns out to be a perfect speakerphone on the desk, or a mobile phone on the move via Bluetooth® headset. Powered by a Cortex A8 1.0GHz application processor, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is designed to deliver high performance whenever and wherever you are. At the same time, HD video contents are supported by a wide range of multimedia formats (DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, H.264 and more), which maximizes the joy of entertainment. While the front-facing camera allows face-to-face video telephony over 3G, the rear-facing camera captures still images and video that you can edit, upload and share, all without any hassle. As online content explodes, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the best portable solution for every lifestyle that needs a constant connection. The Samsung GALAXY Tab will be launched in Europe in mid September, and in other markets including Korea, the US and Asia in coming months. Note to Editors: For multimedia content of the Samsung GALAXY Tab, please access to the Samsung GALAXY Tab Social Media News Room (http://galaxytab.samsungmobile.com/press) Applications of the Samsung GALAXY Tab Readers Hub – Samsung Readers Hub consolidates e-reading applications such as eBooks, magazines, and newspapers. Users can enjoy 'reading' with unified and intuitive user experience powered by global eReading service leaders, Kobo, PressDisplay and Zinio. More than 2 million books including today's best sellers, over 2,500 titles of magazines in 20 languages and more than 1,600 newspapers in 47 languages are available at launch and will grow the library gradually. Google Mobile Services – Services like Google Maps™ Navigation (Beta) and Google Goggles are available on Google's Android platform. With useful location-based services like Google Maps, consumers can search in Standard English instead of entering an exact address. A search-by-voice function is just as intuitive, meaning searches can also be completed easily on the go. Google Goggles is a powerful, visual search tool that uses the Samsung GALAXY Tab's camera to uncover information – an image of a landmark or artwork is automatically used to perform a search, delivering relevant content like a description or history. In addition, with a camera, users can enjoy various augmented reality services which are downloadable in the application market. More applications will be available from Samsung Apps. The Samsung GALAXY Tab (GT-P1000) Product Specifications Network: 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE) : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz |
| Verizon Fascinate Commercial Available For Your Viewing Pleasure Posted: 01 Sep 2010 12:52 PM PDT Here we have your daily does of Fascinate news, the commercial for Samsung showing the Verizon Fascinate has been put up on YouTube by Samsung. As if some of us weren’t already drooling over this phone enough, they had to go ahead and rub it in our faces.
It’s a pretty sweet commercial we think, at least they are not trying to rip off a Droid, or Halo commercial. If you would like to watch the video first hand feel free to below. Click here to view the embedded video. [via Samsung Mobile USA] ) |
| Justin.tv Added To The Marketplace, Another Android Streaming Option Posted: 01 Sep 2010 12:21 PM PDT There are several options to live stream on your Android device and one more is added now also. Justin.tv a familiar streaming service, now has a free application live in the Marketplace that will allow you to stream from you Android device. It requires an Android device that is running 1.6 and up (which is a surprise these days) and will work over both 3G and Wi-Fi connections.
What they are saying differentiates this app from it’s competitors is, the video encoding puts less strain on the battery. You can record in portrait or landscape options and the bitrate will automatically adjust based on your data connection. Tap on over to HERE and download it, or do a search in the Marketplace to get your streaming started now. [via Justin.tv] ) |
| Angry Birds Beta Available Friday In The Marketplace, Update Posted: 01 Sep 2010 12:04 PM PDT Yesterday, we informed you that if you went and signed up to the Angry Birds mailing list that they would send it to you, and you would have the option to download the beta to test it out. Well with overwhelming response, they have said that they are going to go ahead and make the beta available in the Marketplace for every one to test out.
It is not guaranteed to run on your Android device, they mentioned that it is for second generation Android devices and up. Still if you would like to sign up to the mailing list to be informed as soon as it is available head over HERE and get on the mailing list. You will want to receive news about the game anyways if you are a fan. [via Talk Android] ) |
| Posted: 01 Sep 2010 11:49 AM PDT So today we have more leaked info from the T-Mobile G2 from HTC that is rumored to be available late September early October. The pricing is showed to be $199 with a 2-year death sentence we are guessing, and $499 full retail we suspect.
The G2 specs rumored, are a newer 1GHz processor, Vanilla Android 2.2, 3.7 inch OLED display, 5 megapixel camera, HSPA+ and much more. So keep your browser set on Android Community to check back for more juicy details as they come across in the very soon future. [via Androinica] ) |
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